Eat At The Source
A visit to Iceland is not complete without a visit to the birthplace of the Icelandic lobster industry. Here, you can indulge in a feast of the finest Icelandic seafood at the Rauða húsið (Red House) restaurant, found in the picturesque seaside village of Eyrarbakki. In this beautiful red house, a short drive from Reykjavik, langoustines are served in a charming atmosphere amidst a rich and well-preserved history. Now a tranquil village, Eyrarbakki was once an important trading centre in Iceland. Many of its houses were built in the early 1900’s and the village maintains that turn-of-the-century charm and atmosphere. Iceland was late to discover this seafood delicacy. Lobster fishing was born off the shores of Eyrarbakki in 1954. In fact, it was not till then that the Langoustine was discovered to be not only edible, but delicious, too! Care is taken to maintain the sense of history within the restaurant. The red house boasts beautiful original wooden floorboards dating back to 1919. If you arrive by noon, a hearty bowl of langoustine soup or a light seafood salad sets you up for the day. Choose an evening of indulgence and you can savour the Catch of the Day, consisting of three different seafood dishes. Pair a bottle of fine wine with any of the menu’s offerings and cap it off with one of the Rauða húsið’s signature desserts. Serving a variety of delicious fish and meat dishes, the restaurant’s cuisine is a mix of international and Icelandic foods, all featuring local ingredients.

Iceland Awesome beauty awaits those willing to take the challenge
Enchanting wilderness
During the past few decades, highland excursions have become increasingly popular. Walking enthusiasts quaff the fresh mountain air, while others prefer drives along unmade trails in jeeps and other rough terrain vehicles. A third group likes to combine highland jeep tours with hiking. The highland scenery in Þingeyjarsýsla district is stark and diverse and offers visitors countless options.
Near and far highlands
The highlands may in fact be separated into two categories: the near highlands and the far highlands. The former term refers to the highland areas closest to populated districts. In this category, we find a large number of mountains that offer interesting trekking challenges. For example, the highland terrain west of Skjálfandi bay, jeep excursions to Flateyjardalur valley and walking tours from there into the Fjörður area, hiking terrain in Kinnarfjöll mountains, the Þeistareykir area, the mountains in the Mývatn area and the highland tract in the eastern part of Langanes point.

Elegance in Tranquility
Fine houses and a high-class restaurant characterise Grímsborgir A celebration, an event, a conference or simply a desire for a break from the norm - whatever the reason, finding the ideal location that projects the standard you seek can be quite a challenge. There are many options and countries to choose from. However, if you want something different that will be remembered, it really has to be exceptional. A trip to Iceland certainly fits that category, but if you want to impress or simply enjoy an elegant lifestyle whilst surrounded by spectacular but tranquil beauty, a stay in one of the towns or cities would not meet your desires - even in Iceland! A 45 minute car drive will take you out of all urban areas and into a natural wilderness of pristine beauty. To enjoy it would, until recently, have required a tent and sleeping bag, however. Not quite what you were after!

Álfheimar’s Comfort Hiking Package
Moving mountains may seem impossible, but thousands of years ago, when the landscape around Borgarfjörður eystri was still forming, colossal glaciers collided, raising massive mountains and leaving paths of flat valleys in their wake. The Borgarfjörður eystri hiking area was named one of the 25 most beautiful treks in the world by National Geographic Adventure and last year’s top choice for hiking in Iceland. Borgarfjörður eystri, a small community in the northeastern corner of the country, distinguishes itself from other hiking areas with its well-established infrastructure and clearly marked trails. For the past fifteen years, Arngrímur Viðar Ásgeirsson, owner of Álfheimar, has aided tourists in their search for natural beauty by offering a complete 3-7 day package to visitors so that they can simply relax and enjoy their time. Often referred to as comfort hiking, Álfheimar offers a complete package and includes hotel accommodation and local restaurand dishes. Though days can be long and rigorous, Álfheimar provides its guests with a comfortable place to rest after a day out in nature. The only thing that they need to bring is a good pair of hiking boots and warm clothes.