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From volcanic sands to giant waves: Europe’s beaches shine in winter
As part of the shift towards ‘coolcations’, beaches are becoming increasingly popular for winter trips. ADVERTISEMENT In 2024, much of…
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Get steamy and sociable in Europe’s historic saunas
Bathing culture is a great way to appreciate a new destination. Will you take the plunge in 2025? ADVERTISEMENT I’m…
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‘Noctourism’ is expected to be a big travel trend in 2025
Rebecca Douglas has been to Iceland 29 times. And she’s already booked her 30th trip. The goal of every trip…
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Why the northern lights will be so visible in 2025
The northern lights will be stronger in 2025 than they have in at least a decade. ADVERTISEMENT The northern lights…
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Iceland says it will put EU membership to referendum by 2027
Iceland has traditionally been ambivalent about joining the bloc but issues like the 2008 financial crisis, Brexit and a range…
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Want solitude and safety? Europe’s most relaxing holiday destinations
Seven of the world’s top 10 relaxing holiday destinations are in Europe, new research shows. ADVERTISEMENT As several of Europe’s…
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Centre-left party wins Iceland’s election, but will need coalition to
Voters in Iceland joined a global trend of punishing incumbents in a parliamentary election, with a centre-left party winning the…
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Iceland holds parliamentary election
Voting to elect a new parliament began in Iceland on Saturday, which opinion polls suggest is likely to unseat the…
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Volcano in southwestern Iceland erupts for seventh time in a year
The volcano on the Reykjanes Peninsula Lying had been dormant for around 800 years before the geological systems suddenly sprang…
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Did McDonald’s in Iceland close because of a boycott?
Social media posts have been claiming that the fast food restaurant shuttered its branches in Iceland due to a public…
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