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Things to do in Iceland in April
In Iceland, the first day of summer is celebrated in… April! No matter the weather, to Icelanders the official beginning of summer is the first Thursday after April 18.
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Top 5 Things to do in Iceland in the Spring
Spring (March through May) is a wonderful time to visit Iceland. The weather can be unpredictable, but you will have awesome access to Iceland’s top attractions, with fewer tourists than in the peak season.
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Where is Iceland “On the Map”?
Let’s talk about two things: where is Iceland on the World map, and what events have put Iceland “on the map”?
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A Memorable Iceland Vacation
When planning a vacation in Iceland, it is essential to make time for relaxation and spontaneity.
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Is Iceland in the EU?
Since Iceland is in Europe this is a common question. Most of the Scandinavian (North-Europe) countries belong to the EU like Sweden, Denmark and Finland.
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Who settled Iceland?
This young island has no real “natives” except maybe the arctic fox. Let's settle the question: who settled Iceland ? The story of the settlement
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How Iceland was formed
Iceland is uniquely situated on both two tectonic plates and on a mantle plume (better known as a hotspot).
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Is Iceland safe?
According to the Global Peace Index by the Institute of Economics and Peace, Iceland is the safest country on Earth. Iceland has ranked number one for 10 years in a row. But why?
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What Icelandic horses are like in winter
The Icelandic horse is special for many reasons. In winter the horses hair grows long and bushy in order to keep them warm.
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