The best travel destination for Christmas
Selon CNNGo, le site de voyage de la chaine CNN, la ville de Reykjavik serait LA destination-voyage par excellence pour y passer le temps de Christmas. Il faut dire cependant que la concurrence fut rude contre d’autres destinations de rêve telles que Nuremberg en Allemagne, Salzbourg en Autriche, Sydney en Australie ou bien encore New York aux États-Unis.
On Christmas Eve, the atmosphere throughout the city becomes electrifying. On this day, locals and tourists gather at the St. Thorlakur Mass, followed by celebrations in the streets and cafes, drinking mulled wine and sampling traditional Icelandic dishes (smoked lamb, roasted Rjupa, skate, etc.) offered by a wide range of restaurants and bistros. Late into the night, the festivities continue in the many Icelandic cabarets and bars.
Christmas in Iceland is a magical time of year, with its own unique traditions and customs. Icelanders are also known for their cheerfulness and hospitality. Why not take advantage of your stay to browse the shops in central Reykjavik, with their selection of unique items, or visit the Hafnarfjordur Christmas Village, with its Christmas museum and winter wonderland reminiscent of the most beautiful winter tales?
The city of Santa Claus
Les enfants seront ravis d’apprendre que l’Islande ne compte pas un Père Noël, mais bien treize! Et que chacun d’entre eux apporte un gift à chaque jour à partir du 12 décembre.
To learn more about Iceland as a Christmas destination, visit www.inspiredbyiceland.com – in English only.
