Iceland is closer than you think. This mid-Atlantic island is the USA’s closest European neighbor. With a flight time from New York less than five hours, you’re ready for action as soon as you arrive. There’s also plenty of choice for relaxing indulgence and pampering yourself. The chilliest thing about Iceland is its name! In January, the average temperature in the capital Reykjavik is higher than that in New York. And Iceland’s welcome for tourists is always warm. Almost everyone speaks fluent English and Icelanders aren’t really given to formalities. The telephone directory even lists people by their first name!
Reykjavik is a city where you’ll feel safe to walk the streets. With its colorful houses, friendly people and walkable city center, it’s like being in a big village. But this "village" has a multitude of cultural venues, gourmet restaurants, and stores. It also has the modern conveniences, services and quality of living you would expect from a world-class city.
Even so, it’s still only a 15-minute cab ride between downtown and wild nature, where you’ll feel you’re the only person on earth. When you’re in nature, you can explore geysers, waterfalls, geothermal hot springs, bird sanctuaries and more!
Iceland is the ideal place for taking a break and setting foot on a European outpost with an exciting, lively, ancient and thriving culture all of its own. You’ll feel at home - free to walk around, shop, admire, explore. It’s a place you could go on discovering forever.

What really makes this small island in the North-Atlantic Ocean so interesting? The fact is that Iceland has become one of the world’s hottest travel destinations. Whether it is the exotic nature, the vibrant culture, the legendary nightlife or the fact that Iceland is known as the land of the Sagas remains a subject for the market researchers. Don't let the name fool you. The chilliest thing about Iceland is its name!  In January, the average temperature in the capital Reykjavik is higher than that in New York.  Icelanders will give you a warm welcome.
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