Akureyri, Iceland
Akureyri is situated in north-east Iceland, in one of the longest fjords in the country - surrounded by mountains reaching 1000-1500 m. and only 60 km from "The Arctic Circle". A popular tourist destination for short or long visits, the town offers a wide range of activities and interesting places e.g. museums, the world's most northerly botanic garden, 18-hole golf course, the best skiing area in the country. .The town is also a good base for many of Iceland's most beautiful natural wonders as waterfalls, volcanic areas and canyons as well as exciting activities as river rafting, hiking, fishing, whale watching and horse riding.
Bolungarvik, Iceland
Bolungarvík is the northernmost village in the Westfjords, situated on an eponymous cove. The village has been a fishing port since settlement, so naturally the most popular tourist attraction in Bolungarvík is the Ósvör museum, a fascinating replica of an old fishing outpost. There, the museum curator greets visitors wearing a skin suit similar to the one Icelandic sailors wore in the 19th century. In addition there is a natural history museum in town that hosts an extensive bird and mammal collection, including a polar bear.
Dynjandi Waterfalls, Iceland
Popularly known as the most beautiful attraction of Westfjords, Dynjandi waterfall is the biggest fall in the region. Also known as Fjallfoss, it is the first in a series of 7 waterfalls with a cumulative height of 100m, being 30m wide at the top and 60m wide at the base. While each of the waterfall beneath the main one on top is spectacular on its own, the cumulative effect of the seven falls is impressive and immersive. The sheer volume of water and its sound and power is surreal. Dynjandi in Icelandic means thunderous/resounding and the falls do justice to their name. The step-like composition and the crystal-clear water cascading the falls give the appearance of a beautiful bridal veil.
Flatey Island, Iceland
Flatey is an island in Breiðafjörður, northwestern of Iceland. It is part of the western islands which traditionally deemed to originate from the Ice Age. Flatey means flat island in Icelandric. The population of the island is virtually nil, since in the winter it has only five inhabitants. However, during the summer, the population rises massively as a lot of people have second houses on the island that are mostly visited that season. The area is surrounded by old villages with restored buildings as well as the old port from which visitors travel to and from the island is impressive.
Jan Mayen, Norway
Jan Mayen is a volcanic island situated in the Arctic Ocean in Nordland county in Norway.
Longyearbyen
Longyearbyen is the administrative center of Svalbard, Norway.It is the center of tourism on the archipelago as the city offers accomondation,several museums and of course many activities for the tourists to experience.You should not miss a dogsledding ride with svalbard husky by which you can admire a beautiful snowy scenery and have the chance to see the arctic fox, some reindeer and certainly the king of the arctic, the polar bear.This area is surrounded by inredible flora and fauna. Undoubtedly,you will be amazed by the stanning views!
Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik is a perfect town, with plenty of room, clean air, vibrant culture and beautiful environment. The southernmost capital of the world has it all. To enrich your knowledge of the Norwegian and Icelandic culture, visit the National Museum and the wooden buildings of the old city of Reykjavik. Afterwards leave the city behind and drive across landscapes of fire, ice and geysers to indulge in spas, that steam gushes.Don't miss such an ethereal experience.
Stykkisholmur, Iceland
Stykkisholmur is a small town located on the western coast of Iceland, in the western part of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. The town is known for its picturesque harbor and historic buildings.
One of the most popular attractions in Stykkisholmur is the harbor area, which is home to a variety of colorful fishing boats and offers great views of the surrounding mountains and islands
Nearby natural attractions include the Snaefellsjokull National Park, which is home to a glacier-topped volcano that was the setting for Jules Verne's "Journey to the Center of the Earth.
Vigur Island, Iceland
Vigur island is situated on Iceland, one hour by boat away from Isafjordur. The island is popular for its birdlife species that inhabit there, while it has only five residents.