10 Reasons to Holiday in Iceland

Geysers, glaciers, waterfalls, lava formations and other geological wonders have carved Iceland into a spectacular tourist destination. Blessed with a splendid natural topography, this island country breeds a rich culture and heritage. Here are 10 reasons to holiday in this picturesque place.

1. Geyser is a vibrant and active geothermal field in Iceland that gives you the chance to spot some of the most intriguing hot springs and geysers. Formed in the 13th century, Geyser still offers some of the most imposing eruptions. Watch out for the Strokkur spring that erupts at regular intervals.

2. Gullfoss Waterfall is a magnificent scenic wonder of Iceland and is a must visit tourist destination. Watch the milky white water gush 32 meters over an indentation into the gorge to become one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world.

3. Take an Aurora light viewing tour which is a spectacular natural phenomenon created around geomagnetic poles. The vibrant Auroras have a fascinating mystery, local folklore and mythology woven into their existence in Iceland.

4. A natural pool of geothermal water, the Blue Lagoon beckons all those in search of physical well-being and stress free relaxation. Its waters are said to have intense medicinal properties and offer an exotic natural effect on the body. There are several geothermal spa treatments that visitors can avail of as well.

5. Visit the Volcano Hekla, an active volcano that is a part of a ridges formation and touches the sky to reveal another shining paradigm of Iceland's natural glory. See the lava formations that run through an 18 kilometre expanse.

6. Visit Vatnajokull Glacier, Europe's largest glacier that covers 8% of Iceland. Famed for its volcanic activity as well, Vatnajokull combines the two lethal forces of nature to create a distinctive landscape.

7. Thingvellir National Park sits comfortably on a visually striking volcanic mountain with the backdrop of flowing rivers and lava formations. Visitors will enjoy the informative trivia on Iceland's glorious history, ecology and geology at this hot spot.

8. Turn the pages of Iceland's glorious history at the Arnesinga Folk Museum, located in the Eyrarbakki Village, which houses a vast array of memorabilia of Iceland's original inhabitants and traces patterns of their lifestyle, particularly those of the Arnes region.

9. An Icelandic architectural marvel, the Vidimyri Turf Church is built with a strange mixture of driftwood and turf. Currently the monument serves as a parish church.

10. The Skogar Folk Museum houses thousands of rare and intriguing artifacts from the earliest native dwellers.

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Holiday Planning - Is it Nerve Wracking?

Do you find holiday planning quite taxing? It need not be so, with the experts online. Travel agents help you plan your vacation on time and have a memorable trip. There would be no mistakes in your travel planning. Make the best use of travel agent's free advice and suggestions online.

Plan out your trip well in advance and find out who all are travelling with you? Which mode of transportation are you planning to take? Plan out something that is budget friendly and thus save money. Make use of that money for your shopping. Where are you thinking of finding an accommodation? What type of an accommodation are you looking out for?

Always consider the season you are planning to travel. Your baggage should be packed according to the weather conditions to avoid any inconvenience. Do not carry more than what is required. If you are planning to take a flight avoid too much baggage as there is a limitation on carrying too much luggage. The time of the year has an impact on the reservations and accommodations. Planning your vacations during off-period helps to get better rates on your accommodation and flight tickets.

Do you wish to stay in a motel, a hotel or a vacation rental? Do you want a single bed room or double bed room? There are many reviews of hotels and areas of interests. Also check for maps and brochures about the favourite spot you are visiting. Reaching out online for accommodation offers you a wide variety of choices. You will not be turned down on grounds of unavailability. Just a small step of comparision online can help you save a lot of money on accommodation and ticket booking.

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A Brief Guide To The Holiday Resort Of Marbella

Marbella has a reputation as being one of the chicest holiday resorts in Spain. The seaside town on the Costa del Sol started to become popular in the 1950's when one of its residents, the exotically named Prince Alfonso von Hohenlohe of Liechtenstein, bought 10 hectares of farmland next to the beach. He built a small hotel and some holiday bungalows on the site and named it the Marbella Club. The prince's wealthy friends started holidaying here and Marbella, which actually means beautiful sea, began to develop a reputation as an exclusive resort. Famous celebrities such as Frank Sinatra, Sophia Loren and Gina Lollobrigida, along with rich Arabian oil barons, all became regular visitors.

In the 1980's the resort fell into decline, although a major facelift during the 1990's reversed this trend. Today, Marbella remains a popular holiday destination.

Sightseeing

In the centre of Marbella, to the north of the Avenida Ramon y Cajal, is the picturesque Casco Antiguo or Old Town, with its narrow streets, pretty little squares and quaint whitewashed homes. At the heart of the Old Town is the lovely Plaza de los Naranjos, which dates back to the late 15th centruy. To the east of this square is the Barque-style Iglesia de la Encarnacion with the remnants of the town's old Islamic walls situated nearby.

Art lovers should visit the Museo del Grabado Espanol Contempraneo, which houses prints by Joan Miro and Pablo Picasso, among others.

Marbella's main beach next to the town centre is the pleasant, but unremarkable, Playa de Venus. The best beaches are found slightly to the west of the town centre. These include the 2km-long Playa de Casablanca and the Playa de Nagueles, both of which have lovely golden sand.

Another popular activity in Marbella is shopping, with numerous designer boutiques situated within the Old Town and along the the town's main thoroughfare, the Avenida Ramon y Cajal.

Getting to Marbella

Marbella is about 55km (33 miles) from Malaga's international airport. There is a direct bus service from the airport to Marbella bus station which takes around 45 minutes. For more information, visit ctsa-portillo.com. Taxis from the airport to Marbella cost around 60 euros.

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