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Iceland, land of wind, ice and 27-letter names

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January 7th 2016
Iceland Jan 7th I never thought I'd get to Iceland. Not because we were flying with Qatar Airways (thankfully we aren't!) but because it sounds so damned expensive. But then along came Groupon and for a mere £189 each we got flights, accommodation and a northern lights tour. We may not be able to afford to eat but hey, we are here! There's always some trepidation when flying. Not because it ... read more

Europe » Iceland » Southwest » Reykjavík

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Settled by Norwegian and Celtic (Scottish and Irish) immigrants during the late 9th and 10th centuries A.D., Iceland boasts the world's oldest functioning legislative assembly, the Althing, established in 930. Independent for over 300 years, Iceland ... ... read more