Iceland

Now is the time to explore Iceland - tourism is booming and your kroona will go further than you think. The Rough Guide to Iceland shows you the very best this exceptional country has to offer: from the party capital, Reykjavik, with its white nights and northern lights, to the newest volcanic hotspots at Holuhraun and Eyjafjallajokull. Come eye to eye with the giants of the deep on a whale watching tour, take a dip in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon, or hike to the isolated highland valley of Porsmork. This sixth edition of The Rough Guide to Iceland includes stunning full-colour photos to inspire your travels through this vivid country of lavafields and bubbling mudpools, detailed maps to help you on your way and expert background on everything from smoked salmon to sagas. With the budget-conscious Rough Guide in your hand, you´ll soon realise that Iceland - from its transport to accommodation and food - isn´t as expensive as you might have thought.