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Wonders of the North: A Journey Through Iceland
- Ashley Hamilton
- Jul 25
- 3 min read
No matter how big or small of an event, how that event is experienced matters. With this short, but impactful trip, our client wanted to continue in their time of gathering and intimately explore the heart of Iceland. If Family was a central feeling in Ireland, being in Iceland only magnified that warmth. From Ireland to Iceland conference attendees headed off to their next adventure.
Upon arrival, the guests were escorted to a private bus that first took them to the Viking Museum in Keflavik which featured fascinating history about Viking settlement and the impact they had in Iceland.
On the way to the hotel, travellers were surprised with a visit to a local grocery store and had some time to explore local foods and fare. After the lovely stop at the shop, everyone was taken to the Courtyard Reykjavik Keflavik Airport Hotel. Staff were pleasant, helpful, and warm throughout the entire stay.
After a restful night, guests rose early to begin their first full day and made their way to Thingvellir, a beautiful national park located beyond the capital, Reykjavík where the Icelandic people would meet yearly to establish their government. Once there, everyone had a chance to walk along the path that led down a valley to reveal sweeping landscapes. Taking the time to enjoy the peace, serenity and the beautiful weather, attendees sat by the paths to converse, rest, and take in the land.
On the way back from Thingvellir, everyone had time to explore the capital of Reykjavik, a quaint
town on the edge of the sea. With local coffee shops, restaurants, and museums, attendees broke off into groups to enjoy the scenery and what the city had to offer.
In addition to the shops and restaurants, there was opportunity to go on a whale watching experience. This gave opportunity for guests to see the beautiful western coastline, feel the Atlantic breeze, and had the honour of encountering humpback whales during the tour.
Sunday was met bright and early, with attendees in the capable hands Andy Bo-realis who is a graduate of Icelandic Guide School and a certified tourist guide. Andy took guests on a wonderful day trip exploring the southern coast of Iceland. Stopping by the first waterfall where everyone had a chance to either be at the very bottom of the waterfall or climb to the very top to get a bird’s eye view. After some time spent taking in the magnitude of this breathtaking waterfall, everyone piled back into the coach to continue the journey, with Andy sprinkling in various facts about the land, and getting an opportunity to see geothermal activity along the way.
The next destination was lovely rest stop where everyone took the time to fuel up and stretch their legs for lunch before continuing to the sea town of Vik. Vik, known for its black sand beaches, is a lovely town with stunning rock formations and beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean. On the way out of town, there was a surprise stop for a chance encounter with puffins. Perched atop a hill, everyone had the delightful opportunity to get up close and personal with these beautiful birds. On the way back to the hotel, attendees stopped by the last landmark of the day, which was another beautiful waterfall.
Once back at the hotel, everyone prepared for a lovely dinner at the hotel restaurant and closed out the time by coming together to recap and reflect on what was experienced on the land.
Whether large or small, corporate or intimate, Les Luxes is here to curate an experience, specifically designed for you. Whether it be a conference or touring the land of a captivating country, you can trust we will be there to provide the perfect itinerary to make your event unforgettable.
As part of our preparations for a Journey Through Iceland, we collaborated closely with our sister company, Brandgelize, to ensure every detail reflected the sound of the event. Together, we designed a full suite of creative assets, including a beautifully laid-out itinerary brochure that guided attendees through each day’s activities and sessions.
Our teams also worked on custom-branded merchandise, signage, digital content, and more—each piece carefully aligned with the conference’s theme and aesthetic. The result was a cohesive, immersive experience that set the tone from the moment participants arrived.
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