Fall in Love in Iceland - like Ali!
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Enter the contest by providing your email address for a chance to win a trip for 2 to Iceland inspired by this season of The Bachelorette.
On July 12, 2010 we will announce the 25 finalists who will be one step closer to winning a five day trip for two to Iceland. The 25 finalists will be voted on via the Iceland Natural website. The person with the most votes will win the grand prize trip to Iceland. In order to qualify to become a finalist you must first be a fan of Iceland Naturallyon Facebook and a follower of IcelandNatural on Twitter by July 12, 2010 10PM Pacific Time.
Travel Like a Bachelorette
Grand Prize (total value $3000) – “Fall in Love in Iceland” for 2 (two)
for 4 (four) nights, 5 (five) days with Icelandair to Reykjavik including:
DAY 1
Depart on Icelandair flight to Iceland. Icelandair gateways: New York
(JFK), Boston (BOS), Seattle (SEA), Minneapolis (MSP), Orlando (SFB),
Toronto (YYZ), and Halifax (YHZ).
DAY 2: Arrival in Iceland
Your hotel:
HILTON REYKJAVIK NORDICA
Arguably one of the finest hotels in Iceland, the deluxe 4-star Hilton
Reykjavik Nordica Hotel, a sleek minimalist modern hotel with a
cosmopolitan atmosphere, is the perfect accommodation when visiting
Reykjavik. With panoramic views over the city and the majestic Mt. Esja,
the hotel is also home to the award winning Vox Restaurant with New Nordic
Cuisine offering the best seasonal ingredients and a superb wine list.
Laugardalur, the city dweller's outdoor activity park, which boasts one of
Reykjavik's best swimming pools, is within 10 minutes walk. A large
botanical garden, animal zoo, amusement park and the main sports center
are amongst other things found in the area. All rooms are bright and
spacious with modern furnishing and wooden floors.
Afternoon: Volcano Voyage
In a 4 x 4 monster jeep we take you to a location with the best possible
view of the world famous Eyjafjallajökull volcano. Although the eruption
itself seems to be over, the affects on the environment are ferocious and
in some areas devastating. We start our tour in Reykjavik heading towards
the south coast of Iceland, witnessing vast volcanic vistas and crossing
unbridged glacial rivers en route. Once at our destination we see the
black ash covering what once was a glittering, white glacier. The
breathtaking glacier lagoon which was there only a few weeks ago is now
completely washed away by a massive flood following the sub glacial
eruption. The sight of what the unbridled power of a spouting volcano can
do in a short time to its surroundings is breathtaking and leaves visitors
awestricken. Duration: 7 hours. Departure: 5:30 pm. P/u 30 minutes
prior.
Evening: Welcome Dinner at The Lobster House in Reykjavik - $200 (200 USD)
Dinner Voucher.
THE LOBSTER HOUSE (HUMARHÚSIÐ)
Located in one of the oldest houses in Reykjavik's city center, The
Lobster House is renowned for serving fresh and delectable Arctic lobster
in a charming and romantic atmosphere. Their signature dish is an aromatic
lobster bisque, and very often the fish swimming on a sauce on your dinner
plate was carelessly swimming in the ocean during breakfast .The house was
originally built in 1838 and its style has been preserved, providing the
restaurant with its distinctive character.
Overnight: Hilton
DAY 3 Blue Lagoon
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, followed by a relaxing day at
the Blue Lagoon. Several departures/returns per day. Duration up to guest.
Blue Lagoon
The Lagoon is a unique wonder of nature; a lagoon with pleasantly warm,
mineral-rich geothermal water in the middle of a black lava field. The
smoky blue-green waters and white silica mud help revitalize and nourish
the skin. The facilities include modern changing rooms and showers, lave
caves, steam baths, restaurants and shopping. A visit to the Blue Lagoon
is both invigorating and exciting whether bathing in the unique
surroundings or indulging in spa therapy treatment in the luxurious and
modern facilities.
Overnight: Hilton
DAY 4 South Shore Self Drive and Horseback Riding
Pick up rental car and drive scenic south shore towards Hotel Rangá.
Afternoon horseback riding in area.
Hotel Rangá
Hotel Rangá is a 4-star luxury resort & restaurant situated on the banks
of Iceland's main salmon river. As a member of Special Hotels of the
World, it has an excellent reputation for upscale cuisine, accommodation
and service. The hotel is built in log cabin style and the 7 suites are
individually decorated to match the 7 continents. A celebrity hot spot,
top honeymoon destination and a favorite amongst locals, Hotel Rangá is
also a great location for viewing the amazing Northern Lights.
Afternoon: Horseback riding near Rangá River
Horseback Riding
The Icelandic Viking Horse is a magnificent breed that has not changed
since Vikings rode them 1000 years ago. Strong and muscular, yet small and
gentle, with great stamina, speed and intelligence, they are the perfect
riding companions for handling the rough Icelandic terrain.
Overnight: Hotel Rangá
DAY 5 Self-Drive Departure via Golden Circle
Drive scenic Golden Circle towards Keflavík airport for departure. Drop of
rental car at airport.
Trips details are a subject to change.
OFFICIAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
“Fall in Love in Iceland”
Iceland Naturally Contest
This contest is open to residents of the United States of America and
Canada.
OFFICIAL RULES AND REGULATIONS
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Must be 18 years or older to
enter.
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Drawing and Notification: Through June 28th, 2010 contestants can enter once a day. The contest will officially close on June 28th, 2010 at 10PM Pacific Time. After June 28th, 2010 25 finalists will be randomly selected from the entrance pool. The finalists will be available to be voted for on Iceland Naturally Facebook page. All finalists can be voted for by anyone who is a fan of the Facebook page. The finalist who has received the most votes will be announced on July 5th, 2010 at 10PM Pacific Time via the Iceland Naturally Facebook page. In the event of noncompliance, an alternate winner will be selected.
The Iceland Naturally Contest includes:
Grand Prize (total value $3000) – “Fall in Love in Iceland” Iceland Naturally contest for 2 (two) for 4 (four) nights, 5 (five) days including airfare on Icelandair flight from one of the following Icelandair gateways: New York (JFK), Boston (BOS), Seattle (SEA), Minneapolis (MSP), Orlando (SFB), Toronto (YYZ), and Halifax (YHZ). 2 (two) nights stay at Hilton Reykjavik Nordica. Volcano Voyage with Iceland Travel. Welcome Dinner at The Lobster House in Reykjavik (One (1) 200 USD Dinner Voucher). Trip to the Blue Lagoon. South Shore Self Drive and Horseback Riding and one (1) night stay at Hotel Rangá and horseback riding, two (2) day mid-sized car rental . For more trip details go to “Travel Like a Bachelorette”.
Additional prizes (total value $600):
Three (3) winners will be drawn for a one (1) $200 online gift
certificate from 66° North outdoor clothing company (www.66north.com)
NOT included:
Governmental taxes, airport taxes and other applicable taxes are the
responsibility of the prize winners.
Transportation to and from US gateway airport
All other expenses, including but not limited to meals, additional
accommodation, travel insurance, incidental expenses, and domestic flights
to Icelandair's gateways in North America, tips, transfers, and taxes will
be the responsibility of the prize winners. No substitution or transfer of
prizes is permitted. Prize is not redeemable for cash or exchange. Winner
is responsible for obtaining and paying for visas, shots, passports or
other documents if required.
A designated Icelandair contact will be responsible for booking of travel
arrangements and selection of vendors. Winner must book with Icelandair
Holidays at least 30 days prior to departure. If winner is unable to
travel in accordance with Icelandairs specifications, the prize will be
forfeited.
Travel period must be within one-year from the date of prize letter.
Travel not permitted between May 15th and September 5th and December 15th
to January 5th. Travel is subject to air seat (s) and hotel availability.
Eligibility: The Iceland Naturally Contest is open to residents the
United States of America and Canada. All contest entrants must be 18 years
of age or older to enter and to be eligible to win. Void where prohibited.
Employees of Iceland Naturally, Icelandair and the Icelandic Tourist Board
and all of their parents, affiliated and subsidiary companies and their
advertising and promotional agencies and the immediate family (spouse,
parent, sibling and children, regardless of where they live) or members of
their same households (whether related or not) of such employees and
directors are not eligible.
