Iceland has plenty to offer visitors of all tastes, it is claimed.
Travel insurance policyholders might consider heading to Iceland to see the Northern Lights, which are set to be at their brightest for 50 years.
The country's tourist board suggests this is down to the cycle of the Solar Maximum - described as a "scientific phenomenon" - that has led to an intense display this year.
One possibility is to take an eight-day astronomy tour in February 2012, paying a visit to the Lake Myvatn region in the north of the nation.
Departures take place around the new moon and this should give people the best possible view of the lights.
Dr John Mason - president of the British Astronomical Association - will be joining the tours to offer an insight into the phenomenon and give a scientific explanation of the event.
There is something to offer visitors throughout the year in Iceland, as the following month sees the Discover the World excursions begin, with a killer whale tour in the western part of the country.
Guests can take boat trips to view the mammals, with large pods of them tending to gather between February and March that allows people to get a close-up view of the creatures.
Alternatively, adrenaline junkies might be interested in the Extreme Iceland package with Borea Adventures and Arctic Adventures.
Opening in May 2012, it allows participants to enjoy remote skiing in the Westfjords region during the Midnight Sun, which means it is light 24 hours a day.
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office advises UK nationals visiting Iceland to take out comprehensive travel insurance and check for any exclusions.
By Dennis Clarke
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