Iceland is an island in the north Atlantic and ideally located halfway between the USA or Europe. Iceland is easy to get to, with flights from New York taking only 5 ½ hours or 2 ½ hours from London. With something for everyone, Iceland is a great island to reach and offers a magical mix in one of the most astonishing places on Earth.
See below Iceland's location on the World Map from Google Earth.
From city life to quaint villages and onto breathtaking landscape, Iceland never ceases to amaze.
Located between the European and American continents, travelling to this beautiful land couldn’t be easier.
While you may associate Iceland with lower temperatures, its climate can be surprisingly mild and, in the spring and summer, you can experience the idyllic weather, with the chance of catching the midnight Sun up in this northerly setting.
You’re certainly never short of anything to do or see in Iceland. The buzzing city plays host to so much entertainment, while the vast rural and mountainous areas bring with them an array of natural wonders. You’ll be needing your camera!
For the outdoor experience, waterfalls, geysers and volcanoes are just a few of the astonishing sights that await you. Situated on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, Iceland is geologically active and holds some of the most amazing scenes provided by nature. It is even nature that we have to thank for the spectacular display of the Northern Lights.
Cultural attractions are found in the towns night and day. Reykjavik is famous for its nightlife and there are always exciting events to look forward to. During the average day, you can visit the museums, galleries and wide range of shops, not to mention discover a little Viking history.
The Blue Lagoon is the ideal relaxation spot. Offering hot tubs and saunas in invoking surroundings, this exceptional retreat captures the best mood of Iceland and allows you a little pampering during your stay.
Visitors often exclaim that Iceland is “out of this world” when, in reality, flights to Iceland take just about five hours from the U.S. East Coast! It may be “otherworldly,” yet travelers can’t wait to return again…and again.