The Eurovision Song Contest

The Nordic countries enjoyed an excellent Eurovision 2009, with all five Nordic songs progressing to the final and Norway and Iceland ending up first and second.
Norway were runaway winners on the night in Moscow with 387 points, including top marks (12 points) from 16 countries.
Iceland came second with 218 points, including ‘Douze Points’ from three countries: Norway, Malta and Ireland.
In third place was Azerbaijan with a very respectable 207 points.
Iceland’s Johanna (Yohanna) Gudrun Jonsdottir equalled her country’s best showing when Selma also bagged second in 1999.
Norway’s Alexander Rybak brings Eurovision home for the third time after Norwegian victories in 1985 and 1995.

The midwinter Viking feast of Thorrablot (Þorrablót)

The midwinter Viking feast of Thorrablot (Þorrablót) continues to be celebrated by Icelanders during the ancient Icelandic month of Thorriwhich begins which begins on the first Friday after January 19th (the 13th week of winter). Thorri is the personification of King Winter, usually depicted as a wizened old man, kind to those that respect him or cruel to those that do not. Origins of the name are unclear but are possibly derived from Thor, the god of thunder or legendary King Thor, who united Norway. Join the locals in sampling some of their more unusual culinary delicacies such as rotten shark’s meat (hákarl), boiled sheep’s head, (svið) and congealed sheep’s blood wrapped in a ram’s stomach (blóðmör)! Wash this down with some Brennivin or black death – a potent schnapps made from potato and caraway. After the Thorrablot dinner traditional songs, games and story telling are accompanied by dancing and in true Icelandic style continue in to the early hours of the morning! If you fail to receive a personal invitation to a family feast, local restaurants add Thorrablot colour and taste to their menus. For more information on events visit http://icelandgourmetguide.com

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Snowmobile Experience

Snowmobile tours provide a unique opportunity to mix adventure and sightseeing experiences together, and are a key to a great day in Iceland. Experience Iceland’s most spectacular scenery from the freedom of a snowmobile. Iceland on Track offers an excellent variety of snowmobile experiences. During spring, summer and fall snowmobile activities are in full swing on the following glaciers: Langjökull or Mýrdalsjökull. In high winter, depending on snow condition the snowmobiles are moved closer to Reykjavík. You have the option of visiting few places of interest after of before the tour.

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Restaurant in Reykjavik

Lystin is a small fine dining restaurant in the city centre of Reykjavík, run by master chef Ivan Dasko and Jón Óskar. Lystin specialize in Icelandic fusion, seasonal and tasting menus. The restaurant seats up to 40 people at one time, and in the summertime we also offer our 200 square meter outside area to the convenience of guest.

It was a nice surprise I personally recommend Lystin, fantastic food.
http://lystin.is/

We are going out to play… would you like to join us?

Tour Length: 4 days
Our aim is to explore the biggest glacier in Europe… Vatnajokull. Sites and activities will be decided on the fly depended on the condition. On our trip we can have good or bad weathers so this is a tour for people who dare! We will stay in mountain cabins and we will provide the sleeping bags needed. We plan to stay two nights at a mountain cabin that is located on a steaming volcanic mountain that stands up out of the centre of the glacier. In the mountain cabin is a steam bath … something very unique and unforgettable. Full board is included with a barbeque in the evening.Included: 4 days program Driver-guide, minimum 2 Super-Jepps and max 3 pax per jeep. 3 nights sleeping bags accommodation in mountain cabins and extra warm sleeping bags and linen. Full Board on the tour.
We still have vacancy in middle of February and in the beginning Mars.

These trips are for the most adventurous who'd like to experience the best of nature in this magical and mysterious last frontiers.

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USA TODAY names Iceland a TOP 5 BARGAIN DESTINATION

It's been a long time since Iceland was on the radar as a bargain destination. But this year, the small country has seen a precipitous 22% drop in the value of its currency against the euro. As a result, Iceland is on the map this fall as a more affordable alternative to mainland Europe.
The nation's national carrier, Icelandair, is advertising fall sale fares with substantial savings compared to fall flights to the Continent. For example, an October flight from Boston to Reykjavik, the capital city, is $562 (even lower than the advertised price), while round-trip flights to Paris on other carriers around the same time top $1,000.
You can also find deals on vacation packages this autumn. Icelandair is offering $120 off per person for September departures of its fall Glaciers, Geysers and Waterfalls package, which includes airfare, accommodations, most meals, and sightseeing from $1,869 before the discount. Its Iceland Airwaves special includes airfare, two nights' accommodations, and passes to the major music festival taking place between October 15 and 19, from $877 per person. Package provider go-today.com has an October three-night Reykjavik getaway from $829.

Iceland as usual

While Iceland and most other countries are currently dealing with a serious financial crisis, business in Iceland is being conducted as usual. All services - including banking services – are functioning as on any other day. Hotels, restaurants, airlines, car rentals, currency exchange facilities, offices, shops, etc. are all open for normal business. Visitors can be assured that they will be treated with same friendly hospitality that Icelanders have become known for throughout the travel world. There is no reason to fear that a visit to Iceland will be anything other than an enjoyable experience.