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If you’re thinking of visiting Iceland then now is a great time! With the midnight sun, you can explore all through the night! We have a unique hiking excursion to Thorsmork – the perfect place to rejuvenate the spirit this summer…
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If you fancy seeing Reykjavik from a different angle, then take to the skies and sightsee by air! Specialist operator Eagle Air offers a range of exciting sightseeing tours anywhere in Iceland in their comfortable Cessna light aircrafts.
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Last month we reviewed Rauðará Steakhouse, one of the many award-winning restaurants that took part in this year’s Food and Fun Festival. This month we’re reviewing Grillið (The Grill), one of Reykjavik’s best-known restaurants situated at the top of the exclusive Radisson SAS Saga hotel.. read more
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You may have heard about Captain Scott’s unsuccessful attempt to reach the South Pole in 1911 but what is it like to actually venture in his footsteps and explore his Discovery Hut? Read Diana Preston’s Antarctica article which appeared in the Sunday Telegraph and get a feel of what it’s really like to venture into Antarctica and also find out how you can do it too!
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Very few people in the world can claim to have crossed the Antarctic Circle, reaching an extreme latitude at the very bottom of the world. Share this momentous achievement with a few select adventurers on board the Professor Molchanov.
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- Retreat of Antarctica’s glaciers
You may remember last month’s newsletter with news of Greenland’s glaciers which are gradually retreating, but now the glaciers of the Antarctic Peninsula are also in rapid retreat according to a detailed study reported in Science magazine.
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East Greenland is one of the last frontiers of the modern world. Virtually the only populated area on the vast east coast, the district of Ammassalik is the base for our traditional short add on, perfect for travellers already in Reykjavik. read more
- Long days in Ilulissat
Don’t forget that in Ilulissat, up to around the 25th July, the sun does not set at all due to its location – 300km north of the Polar circle. Long days mean more exploring and more chance to enjoy the island’s most impressive scenery.
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Looking for a unique summer holiday? Our Atlantic Odyssey provides the independent traveller with the opportunity to visit not just one special place but three - the Faroes, Iceland and the Shetland Islands.
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Despite it being New Zealand’s winter season, the weather can still be fairly mild on the North Island and there is plenty to see and do. Our 9-day classic tour featuring some very nice Hotels of Character to choose from and is a great way to experience the contrasting scenery and culture of this beautiful region.
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- Christchurch Arts Festival
With 1000 performers and 62 shows, the 6th biennial "Applaud" Christchurch Arts Festival will put the heat on midwinter this July.
- Other festivals coming up!
Lindauer Queenstown Winter Festival, 1st July –10th July 2005
Hastings Blossom Festival (Hawkes Bay), 16th – 25th September 2005
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Combine history, culture and breathtaking scenery on our fabulous Inland Railway and Hurtigruten holiday. This stunning 3-night Norwegian coastal voyage is a great way to experience Sweden and Norway this summer.
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The Bahamas…nothing beats swimming with Wild Dolphins in the Bahamas this summer. Our fantastic swimming with wild dolphins holiday is based on the beautiful tropical island paradise of North Bimini. read more
Whale watching in California this summer means a trip destined to become a memorable one. With the mighty blue whale being the focus, there is also get the chance to see humpbacks, orcas, sea otters, and a host of dolphins and seals on our fantastic California Blues holiday. read more
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Coming soon to the magnificent Atlantis resort are four brand new restaurants located within Marina Village. read more
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“Mrs Johnstone went to Borneo”. So says a fine display of photographs on the classroom wall in Christ Church Middle School in Stone. Not only did Caroline Johnstone go there, she returned brimming with ideas, video, photos and enthusiasm to support the Year 8 five-week study of ecosystems.
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