Reykjavík Grapevine - 04.04.2014, Page 47

Reykjavík Grapevine - 04.04.2014, Page 47
Day tours to Vatnajökull Region pick up our brochure at your hotel or local tourist information centre, or visit us at eagleair.is Reykjavík Höfn Discover the natural wonders of Vatnajökull glacier and glacier lagoon Adventure tours Air Charter servicesScheduled flights 9tNt0ìUGDO .LUNMXE MDUNODXVWXU 6NDIWDIHOO Höfn +yWHO*HLUODQG /É$UW0XVHXP A unique experience in the countryside of Iceland, located only 2 km from Kirkjubæjar–klaustur. We offer total of 40 cozy rooms all with ensuite bathroom. Hótel Geirland is the perfect choice for nature lovers who like to walk, hike or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings and northern lights. Our restaurant provides authentic Icelandic food straight from the farm. Mission of the hotel is to strive hard to provide high standard personal service to make the stay memorable and enjoyable for the guests. Give visit a chance - it might surprise you Only 40 minutes drive from Reykjavik on the Golden Circle in the geothermal town Hveragerði. Enjoy ambitious exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in our four spacious galleries. A peaceful setting with wealth of art related material supplied, and a small Café. Geirland, 880 Kirkjubæjarklaustur +354 487 4677 geirland@centrum.is www.geirland.is listasafnarnesinga.is 0RXQWDLQ*XLGHV.DWODFHQWHU Icelandic Mountain Guides' Glacier Walks are a safe but fun activity and a great way to experience the wonders of the Icelandic Nature. Glacier Walks are easy and accessible for both individuals and groups and have become one of the most popular tourism activity in Iceland. Icelandic Mountain Guides' Glacier Walks are operated every day, all year on Sóheimajökull glacier and in Skaftafell national park from the 1st of February 2013. Make Sure it's Mountain Guides. Katlacenter, information and security center Vík í Mýrdal. Katlacenter is located in the town of Vík. Katlacenter hosts the local information and security center. In Katlacenter you can also find an amazing exhibition about the volcano Katla and see how it has effected the people who live in the area. In winter it‘s open Monday – Thursday 09 – 16 and Fridays 09 – 13. Weekends closed. From the 1. of mai – 1. oktober it‘s open from early to late. +354 587 9999 mountainguides@ mountainguides.is www.mountainguides.is Víkurbraut 28 +354 487 1395 info@vik.is www.visitvik.is Jökulsárlón Jökulsárlón-Glacier lagoon, is one of Icelands most visited places and that’s no wonder. The lagoons unique scenery has long inspired travellers from all over the world. Visit this magical place and enjoy our freshly made sandwiches and pastry at our wonderful café. Why not have a meal while you witness one of natures great spectacles as Europes largest glacier crumbles away to sea one enormous piece at a time. If you are lucky you might even see some seals. We have great offers for groups of various sizes so make table reservations in advance. Jökulsárlón,Reynivöllum 3 / 781 / Hornafjörður tel. (+354) 4782222 www.jokulsarlon.is info@jokulsarlon.is +yWHO9HVWPDQQDH\MDU 7KH%REE\)LVFKHU&HQWHU Hótel Vestmannaeyjar allows guests to explore the islands breath-taking scenery while providing comfortable and relaxing accommodation. The hotel provides direct access to the fantastic hiking and bird watching which the island offers, while also providing exciting activities and tours to help guests get the most out of their stay. Hotel Vestmannaeyjar offers flexible room arrangements to suit all guests, from family rooms to luxury suites. Our bar and restaurant offers a sophisticated area for guests to socialise. Exquisite, locally sourced food, gives guests a true taste of the island! The Bobby Fischer Center houses memorabilia of the world chess champion Robert James Fischer. The Center also serves as a club house for Skákfélag Selfoss and others that want to play chess, offers chess classes, and hosts chess tournaments. In addition, the Center has a small chess library for those who want to learn more about chess and offers lectures about the chess game and other related matters. From May 15th to Sept. 15th: open daily, 14.00 - 16.00 or appointment by contacting the personnal at the Sjafnarblóm store on the first floor at the Center Building. Vestmannabraut 28 900 Vestmannaeyjar +354 481 2900 www.hotelvestmannaeyjar.is booking@hotelvestmannaeyjar.is Austurvegur 21 800 Selfoss www.fischersetur.is +354 8941275 FOOD/DRINK ACCOMODATION ACTIVITY LEGEND

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