- Duration
- 55 minutes
- Product Type
- Lecture
- Venues
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- Blue Lagoon
- Gullfoss Waterfall
Lecture Details
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Lecture Description
The Land of Fire and Ice, named for its active volcanoes and glacial formations, is known for its dramatic terrains, stunning waterfalls, and of course, the Northern Lights. Iceland is a must-see destination with extraordinary landscapes and spectacular views, but planning your trip there can be a daunting task. This lecture will provide the essential knowledge that will take the stress out of organizing your Icelandic adventure.
Meet Your Expert
Ryan Connolly is a Scottish-born, permanent resident of Iceland. After stepping foot on all 7 continents in 2016, he used his expertise in exploration and nature to set up Hidden Iceland, one of the highest rated tour companies in Iceland on Tripadvisor. Ryan's expertise in glacier exploration and survival makes him ideal to share his adopted homeland with you. He is a Wilderness First Responder and holds qualifications in Glacier Exploration (Joklar 2) as well as having 100s of days of guided outdoor exploration in snow, ice, rock and mountainous terrain.
There are inevitable questions over itineraries; how many days should I spend in Reykjavik versus out in the wilderness, and what time of year is best to go? There are practicalities to consider such as how to comfortably travel around the country and what each remote excursion costs so you can work out a travel budget. Not to mention the potential language barrier. Kanntu íslensku? In this lecture, we'll cover everything you need to know before your Icelandic adventure, including local customs, hiking trails, weather, must-see locations, border restrictions, food and drink, and sustainable travel.
Led by Ryan Connolly, the co-owner of Hidden Iceland boutique travel company, this lecture will provide essential pre-trip knowledge, including where to go, when to go, and how to make friends with the locals when you get there. Designed to inform curiosity as well as future travels, participants will come away confident of a successful premier adventure in the land of fire and ice.
How do I access the lecture?
Once you complete your purchase, you will receive an email with a link to stream the lecture on the Context Travel website. You can also access your past purchases anytime under My Orders. Please ensure you are logged into your account to open the streaming page.
Is closed captioning (i.e. subtitles) available?
Yes! All of our lectures have the option to turn on closed captioning should you have difficulty hearing the expert.
How long does each event last?
Our recorded lectures typically run for 60 minutes.
How can I share this lecture with friends or family?
You are welcome to watch together with friends or family but each person viewing on their own device will need to purchase the lecture individually.
How long does my access to the lecture last?
Once you purchase a lecture, you are welcome to view it as many times as you like and your access does not expire.
What is your cancellation and refund policy?
Sales for recorded lectures are final upon purchase. Please contact us at digital@contexttravel.com if you have any questions or concerns about your purchase.
Can I purchase a gift card for a friend who is traveling?
Absolutely! Gift cards can be purchased here. Gift cards are good for 365 days from the date of purchase.
32 Reviews
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Very good intro, focused on natural beauties of this magical place.
Carol
Jan. 29, 2024
Ryan gave an excellent introduction for travel to Iceland. Very informative and helpful for anyone thinking of visiting Iceland.
John
Apr. 28, 2023
I learned a lot and the photos of the ice caves were beautiful. I would really like to go on one of his excursions. Can not wait to go to Iceland
Steve
Apr. 15, 2023
