There's no country quite like Iceland. Located at the meeting point of the European and American continental plates, the rugged beauty of this island nation is breathtaking.

From the dramatic glory of the famous Gullfoss waterfall to the history and splendour of Thingvellir National Park, Iceland's natural beauty brings more and more tourists each year. And with less than four hundred thousand residents, you are likely to find peace in the wilderness. There's also nowhere better to take in the Northern Lights, as Iceland is one of the finest spots in the world to watch the Aurora Borealis. It isn't just a land of natural wonders. The capital Reykjavik is a first-class city break destination in its own right. Its multicoloured roofs contrast beautifully with the rough surrounding coastal landscape. Geologically active, Iceland is blessed with hot springs like the famous Blue Lagoon, active volcanos, and Strokkur geyser - the explosive hot spray of water that gives all the others around the world their name.