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Why we love Westman Islands so much.

Why we love Westman Islands so much.

Staying over-night in the Westman Islands is something we have suggested and successfully executed for many clients, much to their delight. So what is so special about this archipelago with one main habited island, Heimaey? Firstly, the ferry ride takes only 30...

Saving the young fledgling puffins

Saving the young fledgling puffins

Every August when the little pufflings crawl out from their holes in the Westman Island, they can relay on an army of kids to help them take the right course to sea. The adorable puffin lays one egg every season in a hole in the rocks they come back to every year. And...

Small groups – private tours

Small groups – private tours

It´s the best way to get to know Iceland Touring Iceland in a small group is a fantastic way to see Iceland’s amazing nature, learn about its history and culture, meeting locals and savour the fantastic cuisine available in every corner of the island of fire and ice....

Is it time to think of winter travel in Iceland?

Is it time to think of winter travel in Iceland?

Why not use the summer heat to plan to see blue ice, Northern lights and experience the dark Arctic nights. Plan ahead and book the best excursions and hotels in good advance. We are now in the midst of creating our custom tour itineraries for many clients this...

Iceland once again sweet spot in Game of Thrones

Iceland once again sweet spot in Game of Thrones

We will be seeing lots of great locations in the season 7 of Game of Thrones soon to be out. This time around the team came to Iceland last January and made the best of the scarce daylight on impressive locations like outlet glacier Svínafellsjökull, the black sand...

The West of Iceland voted best destination 2017

The West of Iceland voted best destination 2017

Recently, the web publication Luxuary Travel Guide announced that the West part of Iceland was voted the most spectacular destination for 2017.We are especially pleased since this is a region we have been promoting since we took our first guests out touring. So why is...

We are planning Northern Lights adventures in Iceland now

We are planning Northern Lights adventures in Iceland now

Is it way too early to start planning a Northern Lights adventure tour in Iceland next winter? Not at all! At least some of our clients would agree on that, as we are now well into planning next season's Northern Lights adventures with a variety of private itineraries...