Iceland

Iceland, one of Europe’s hottest destinations, has also traditionally been one of its most expensive, but these days the krona goes a lot further. There is plenty to discover in this viscerally stunning country, including glaciers, hot springs, geysers, volcanoes and lava deserts. This country’s chilly charms make for incredible incentive trip.

What to know

GMT: the same as London
Flight time from London: 3 hours
Main airport: Reykjavik
Best time to visit: All year, but June to August is best
Language: Icelandic
Minimum stay: 2 nights

What to do

Sample Reykjavik’s famously wild nightlife
Try brennivin, the schnapps-like local brew
Marvel at the iceberg-filled Jokulsarlon Lagoon
Feel the heat of Lake Myvatn’s thermal waters
Get a photo of Vatnajokull – Europe’s biggest icecap
Chow down on pönnukökur, Icelandic pancakes

A word in your ear

Takk (thank you)