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2003
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The
Country that is SPA
- Iceland
One of the fastest growing
sectors of the travel industry today is health-related
tourism, or Wellness. Physical training and
a healthy diet have long been an important part
of daily life in Western living. We know that
we can prevent various illnesses such as cancer,
diabetes and heart and respiratory ailmentsby
exercising... >>>
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Paradise
in Laugardalur Valley
In Reykjavík there is
a low lying valley named Laugardalur. Its name
is derived from pools of hot spring water in the
area that bubble up from deep below the surface.
During the time when Reykjavík was but
a village, residents would go there to wash clothes,
and themselves. The road from “Reykjavík
village” that led to this hot spring valley
was named...” >>> |
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A
Unique Experience
All cities have their individual
characteristics. New York is like a cauldron
- the crossroads of the world, where all
races, religions and cultures meet. In Paris,
it’s the coffeehouses, and incredible
museums that set it apart, while in Venice roads
are made of water and gondolas carry people
to their destinations. But what characterizes
Reykjavík? >>>
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Hólmavík
á Ströndum
Hólmavík is a vibrant,
pleasant town of 400 people situated on Steingrímsfjörður
fjord á Ströndum alongside Route 61,
just 270 km from Reykjavík. People in the
countryside surrounding Hólmavík
live off sheep farming, while economic activity
in town revolves around the fisheries and services... >>> |
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Saga
Health & Spa
- A New Health Center
If you would like to take
care of your health and appearance, change your
lifestyle or simply pamper yourself in a relaxed
and cozy environment, then Saga Health &
Spa is just the place when you visit Iceland.
Saga Health & Spa is the first health center
of its kind in Iceland, the only place... >>>
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Borgarnes
- Water Paradise of West
Iceland
Borgarnes is only about 70 km
from Reykjavík, an ideal destination for
travelers looking for a short ride to where they
can experience country life in a classic agricultural
district. Just 40 minutes from the capital, the
route to Borgarnes passes through the Hvalfjarðargöng
Tunnel on Route 1 going north... >>> |
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Baðhúsið
Baðhúsið is
a ladies-only health spa, opened in 1994 by
founder Linda Pétursdóttir, a
former Miss Iceland and Miss World. Linda got
the idea for Baðhúsið when traveling
the world as the reigning Miss World. She envisioned
a nurturing and supportive environment where
women exclusively could come and rejuvenate
their body, mind and soul in a peaceful atmosphere... >>>
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