18 Feb 2014
Tailor made destination specialist, Discover the World, has launched its 2014 Iceland & Greenland summer programme with a new range of 'hidden gem' self-drive, escorted and trekking tours; easy holiday extensions to Canada and Alaska (flying direct from Keflavik with Icelandair); and now the broadest programme of Greenland holiday options available in the UK. The company's new Iceland & Greenland Summer brochure features many of the new trips. Call 01737 214 291 or visit www.discover-the-world.co.uk to request a copy.
Discover the World has been arranging inspirational holidays to Iceland for 30 years (2014 marks the travel specialist's 30th anniversary). Written by Iceland experts, the new summer programme places greater emphasis on visiting quieter, off the beaten track places and reveals some wonderful hidden gems. All self-drive itineraries are more in-depth and typically recommend a choice of up to ten different places to visit, or experiences to enjoy, every day. In addition, the company has launched a ground-breaking iPad touring service for all summer self-drives called iDiscover*, which is a personal online travel guide complete with itinerary details, a route guidance system and a range of Apps/weblinks to assist with every day matters such as monitoring local road and weather conditions.
www.discover-the-world.co.uk/idiscover
2014 is a special year to visit Iceland as it marks the 40th anniversary of the completion of the country's 832-mile 'Route 1' ring road. This spectacular coastal road circumnavigates the whole of Iceland and is particularly popular with visitors in the summertime. You can access some of the island's most celebrated natural wonders on a 14-night self-drive Around Iceland, enjoying many historical, cultural and scenic highlights within easy reach of the main route. Departing April to October, this 14-night itinerary is priced from £1,285 per person (based on two sharing) including accommodation with breakfast and car rental. Fly with Icelandair from London, Manchester or Glasgow from £252pp. Flights with low cost carriers EasyJet and WOW Air are also offered.
www.discover-the-world.co.uk/iceland
It only takes 2 to 3 hours to fly to Greenland from Iceland and the Arctic summer is the ideal time to experience its rugged mountains, charming coastal settlements and magnificent fjord scenery. There are a variety of ways to enjoy this fascinating country, with Discover the World offering the most comprehensive collection of Greenland holidays available to UK travellers. Travel with an expert guide In the Footsteps of Erik the Red, on Discover the World's latest active wilderness adventure in the south. Offering 9 days hiking with time to explore the remains of Viking settlements and beach trails at the foot of the Greenland Icecap, this 11-night trip is available from £2,285pp including return transfers between Keflavik Airport and accommodation in Reykjavik, 2 nights' accommodation in Reykjavik on breakfast basis (twin share), 9 nights' accommodation in shared hostel/farm accommodation in Greenland (full board), services of a guide and excursions as detailed in the itinerary. Departs 9 July 2014. http://www.discover-the-world.co.uk/en/holidays/greenland/in-the-footsteps-of-erik-the-red/
With iceland sitting conveniently in the middle of the Atlantic, you're already halfway to enjoying the incredibly diverse landscapes of Canada and Alaska. Discover the World offers a wealth of holiday options throughout these regions and with Icelandair providing a number of flights to North America direct from Keflavik, it is possible to extend your Iceland holiday across destinations. North American gateways include Anchorage, Vancouver and Halifax with a flight time of just 4.5 hours from Keflavik to Halifax and 7 hours to Anchorage. Discover the World offers a comprehensive tailor made service with many recommended options.
*iDiscover is a personal online travel guide designed to enhance and support a self-drive holiday in Iceland. Available from May 2014, iDiscover is a fully integrated information system embedded into an iPad and loaned to the traveller for the duration of their car hire. The iPad will be loaded with their chosen 'hidden gem' trip - a detailed day-to-day personal itinerary offering a wealth of travel tips relevant to the places they will visit. This may include hiking route suggestions and places of interest or beauty, as well as hidden gems and plenty of history and folklore. There is also a children's area called Mission:Explore, which is packed full of activities to bring alive the unique geography and culture of the destination (ideally suited to ages 7+). iDiscover has free WiFi cellular connectivity and incorporates a route guidance system as well as a range of Apps and weblinks to assist with every day matters such as monitoring local weather and road conditions.
This is the first time such a comprehensive and intuitive travel aid has been offered to self-drive clients by a UK operator anywhere in the world.
For information and bookings go to www.discover-the-world.co.uk or call 01737 214 291
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Notes to Editors
Discover the World is an authority on travel to Iceland. Over the last 30 years, the travel specialist has carried well over a quarter of a million clients to the country and pioneered a number of changes in the Icelandic travel industry. It was the first tour operator to offer river rafting, snowmobile and superjeep trips in Iceland, and in 1993, it operated the very first whale watching trip there.
The company's portfolio of destinations includes Iceland, Scandinavia, the Polar Regions (Greenland, Spitsbergen, The North Pole, Canadian Arctic & Antarctic), Canada, New Zealand, Australia and Alaska. As well as offering a full tailor made service, Discover the World specialises in independent touring holidays, self-drives, small group tours and expedition cruises. Their specialist holidays range from northern lights, volcano hiking, whale watching and horse riding to honeymoons, family holidays and wine tours.
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