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Iceland is closer than you think – and more fun than you ever dreamt of. Only a five hour flight from New York, this mid-Atlantic island is the U.S.A.’s closest European neighbor. Raw forces of nature – glaciers and volcanoes - have been shaping the face of Iceland for over 20 million years - and are still hard at work. Situated on the mid-Atlantic Ridge, Iceland is a hot spot of volcanic and geothermal activity. Natural hot water supplies much of the population with cheap pollution-free heating of residences, thermal pools and city streets. Reykjavik, the world’s northernmost capital, is a culturally active city with great culinary treasures and entertainment options. Explore Reykjavik and enjoy unique museums with attractive shopping where the streets are easy to navigate and everyone speaks English. It is also possible to rent cars that operate with hydrogen. Reykajavik has certainly earned its catchprase, "the capital of cool."

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Blue Lagoon
240 Grindavik
Tel. 354.420.8800
www.bluelagoon.com
Located on a unique source of geothermal sewater that originates in Iceland's extreme environment, Blue Lagoon communicates the world of healing power, wellness and beauty. Deservedly, it is one of the main attractions of this unique country.

The Saga Museum Perlan
105 101 Reykjavik Iceland
Tel.(+354) 511,1517
www.sagamuseum.is
The Saga Museum intimately recreates key moments in Icelandic history -- moments that determined the fate of Icelandic people and give a compelling view into how Icelanders have lived for more than a millenium. Icelandic and foreign visitors are given an opportunity to learn about Icelandic history in a way that is both educational and fun. For the first time, you can see historical figures and major events in Icelandic history from the time of the earliest settlers right up to the Reformation. Brought to life in a unique and exciting way, it is a real adventure to go through the museum and see these moments in history. The figures are so life-like, it's almost as if you have been sent back in time to experience people frozen in a moment on their life. The exhibits are from the time when the first people set foot in Iceland to the time when the Icelandic people changed to Luthern christianity.

The National Art Gallery
Fríkirkjuvegi 7 101 Reykjavík
Tel.(+354) 515-9600
www.listasafn.is
The National Gallery is a national museum, which houes a valuable collection of works by Icelandic artists. emphasising works in the 19th and 20th centuries. International art is featured as well, as the collection also includes an impressive array of works by renowned artists such as, Pablo Picasso, Edward Munch, Karol Appel, Hans Hartung, Victor Vasarely, Richard Serra and Richard Tuttle. The National Gallery regularly holds colourful exhibitions reflecting its collection and also hosts exhibitions by individual artists. These are complimented by an extensive publication of books, catalogues, posters and post-cards.

Reykjavik Art Museum
Tryggvagata 17 Reykjavik
Tel. (+354) 590-1200
www.artmuseum.is
The Reykjavík Art Museum is the largest visual art institute in Iceland. Its mission to present contemporary art in its many manifestations is carried out through diverse programs at the museum’s three venues: Hafnarhus, Kjarvalsstadir, and Asmundarsafn. Architecture has also been a part of the museum's programs since 1993. The Reykjavik Art Museum has three collections of works by individual artists: Asmundur Sveinsson, Johannes S. Kjarval and Erró. The Museum is in charge of the General art collection of the city of Reykjavik, as well as most of the outdoor sculptures. Projects by young Icelandic artists will be featured in the D-Gallery of Hafnarhus, where the Art Museum's offices are. An exhibition of works by Erro will also be on display there. The Reykjavik Art Museum at Kjarvalsstadir has recently been renovated and re-opnened its doors to the public with three new exhibitions.