Iceland
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Iceland is a Nordic country with a rich history, amazing flora and fauna and a unique atmosphere that many countries can envy. It is situated on an island on the border of the Arctic and Atlantic oceans , which is known as the island of ice and fire. It owes its name to numerous volcanoes and glaciers, which are one of the greatest attractions in the world. Many interesting towns await tourists, such as the capital of Reykjavik or Akureyri . From here, you can get to the unique island of Grimsey , home to beautiful puffins. In addition, you will have a unique opportunity to experience a soothing body and soul in the unique Blue Lagoon spa, so fasten your seat belts and get ready for an amazing journey that will stay in your heart forever.
Iceland - © Brate
When to go to Iceland?
Summers in Iceland are quite short and moderate. In turn, the days are very long and the sun only hides behind the clouds for 3-4 hours. The daily average temperature is around 15 degrees C. If you plan to camp and sleep at the campsite, this form will work well in summer. In addition, during this period you can see whales and puffins, which are Iceland's landmark. Also, remember that Iceland has the most tourists in the June-August period. In Iceland, in winter, you can observe the northern lights and go on a trip to the ice cave. Unfortunately, road 1 in the north of the country may be impassable due to snow. In winter, there aren't that many tourists, and the hot springs will surely make it warmer.
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What to see in Iceland?
It is worth remembering that Ice Island is famous not only for its beautiful views. You can also get to know its different version related to the amazing history of this country, e.g. by going to Siglufjodur , where you will find the Herring Age Museum , Folk Music Center or Segull 67 brewery . There is also Husavik , where you can visit, among others Husavik Whale Museum and Vik i Myrdal , from where you can go to the unique black beach Reynisfjara or the lighthouse on the Dyrholaey peninsula . Of course, this is only part of what you can see in Iceland, so be prepared for a much more experience.
National parks in Iceland
Iceland boasts regions rich in true wonders of nature, such as the Vatnajokull glacier , which hides one of the most active volcanoes on the island under its dome. There are also beautiful waterfalls like Glymur , which is almost 200 m high. If you are planning a trip, consider choosing a Golden or Diamond Circle , which will allow you to visit the most beautiful places in the country. However, if you don't have much time, take a trip to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula , considered a miniature of Iceland due to its landscape.
Activities in Iceland
When arriving in Iceland, you need to get very comfortable clothes and good shoes, because on the island the best means of transport to most places is your legs. The island is dominated by picturesque hiking trails of all levels of difficulty, so whether you are traveling alone, with friends or with family, you can be sure there is a perfect route for everyone. You can go to Hornstrandir , where you will see the beautiful cliffs , and if you prefer more varied trails, you will surely enjoy a trip to Landamannalaugar , a mountain range also known as the Rainbow Mountains. In addition, Iceland offers activities such as horse riding, diving and even special whale watching tours .
Off the trail in Iceland
If you're one of the people who don't like the beaten track, you might want to change directions a bit and see places that aren't visited by too many people. At the very beginning, go to Thingvellir , which, apart from the national park, also has the beautiful Silfra fissure and the Laugarvatnshellar Cave . Then, while others go to the Skogafoss waterfall, you can go to the oldest Seljavallalaug swimming pool , which was built in 1923. And when you visit the country's capital, stray a little off the road to go to Hvalvatn , which is often forgotten because of its waterfall.
Życie nocne na Islandii
Odwiedzając Islandię, większość skupia się na naturze, która na wyspie przypomina kadry ze światowej klasy filmów. Dlatego pamiętaj, że kraj ten posiada również inne formy rozrywki pozwalające na relaks między kolejnymi wędrówkami. W tym celu warto udać się np. do Reykjaviku. W samej stolicy istnieje wiele lokali jak Pablo Discobar lub Icelandic Craft Bar, ale jest jedno miejsce, które zasługuje na szczególną uwagę. Jest to Magic Ice przenoszący do innego świata, pełnego lodu i wybornych trunków. Odwiedź zatem lodowy bar, spędzając w nim wspaniałe chwile z przyjaciółmi, które zapamiętasz na całe życie. Mimo wszystko nie nastawiaj się na duże i spektakularne imprezy na Islandii.
Wynajem samochodu na Islandii
Na Islandii funkcjonują popularne sieci samochodowe jak np. Hertz, Europcar, czy polska firma Icepol. Przed wypożyczeniem warto zwrócić uwagę na takie rzeczy jak zakres ubezpieczenia, depozyt, wymóg posiadania karty kredytowej czy limit kilometrów. Jeszcze przed wypożyczeniem auta należy ustalić miejsce i odbiór samochodu. Jeśli chcesz objechać Islandię latem Drogą 1, to wystarczy zwykły samochód. Jeżeli masz w planach wjechać w “interior” lub przylatujesz na Islandię zimą, to zdecydowanie warto zdecydować się na samochód 4×4. Należy pamiętać o przestrzeganiu zasad narzuconych przez wypożyczalnię. Przykładowo, jeśli nie pozwalają na przejazdy przez rzekę, nie wjeżdżaj do nich. W razie awarii ubezpieczenie nie pokryje holowania i naprawy.
