Whether you believe in climate change or not, Iceland’s striking landscapes are continually transforming. Changes come from dramatic weather patterns, volcanic eruptions and flowing glaciers, chiseling various mountains and valleys. And since financial adversity arrived in Iceland, the U.S dollar is now more valuable than the Icelandic Krona, making this captivating and mysterious country a great value destination, especially when exchange rates are three times what they were a few years ago.

This favorable advantage allows vacationers to visit prominent hotels and restaurants, at rates cheaper than they’ve been in years.  For those eager to visit now, Icelandair, the flag carrier airline of Iceland, is offering appealing packages, including the "Iceland Budget Getaway." This promotional offer available until April 15, features prices staring at $559 per person, which includes airfare, hotel transfers, 2N hotel accommodations and breakfast at The Fosshótel Lind and Fosshótel Baron, located in the heart of Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital.

When reviewing the array of amenities both hotels and the Icelandic region itself has to offer, you won’t want to miss this opportunity to visit the wondrous region of Southern Iceland.

The Fosshótel Lind is less than a minute’s walk from museums, shops, restaurants and nightlife, and is known for its comfortable accommodations. Fosshótel Lind is located at Rauðarárstígur 18; next to the city bus terminal at Hlemmur. The Fosshótel Lind also features on-site dining at the Carpe Diem Restaurant that is known for its authentic dishes such as Icelandic Lamb and fresh seafood meals, at affordable prices.

The Fosshótel Baron offers similar amenities as the Fosshótel Lind, and is located a few miles from Reykjavík’s shopping street, next to the seashore and a short walk from Reykjavík’s harbor. The Fosshótel Baron also offers an onsite restaurant.  Lystin, a small yet upscale eatery combining quaint ambiance with gourmet dishes. The hotel guests at Fosshotel Baron will receive a 10% discount on the menu when they book a table at the restaurant through the hotel reception.

In addition to this package, both the The Fosshótel Lind and The Fosshótel Baron are offering their  “midweek special” that allows you to save 30% off the original room rate if you book your visit between Sunday through Wednesday, excluding holidays.

The Reykjanes peninsula is one of the country’s best salmon fishing regions because of it government-preserved, unpolluted waters. Other activies include trekking through countless scenic trails and extraordinary lava landscapes. Bird watching and whale watching are other popular pastimes you and your family can encounter. This region is known for its variety of seabirds, both European and American and other obscure species.

Mother Nature also provides visitors with an array of spectacular visuals. Vacationers can visit glaciers, including Vatnajökull, the world’ largest, as well as stunning waterfalls, fantastic fjords and the infamous “Geysir,” the most popular hot spring that ejects a water column to a height of about 180 feet. After you visit all of these natural miracles, experience one more spectacular view, the unforgettable Northern Lights, the natural light display that illuminates the winter skies with a greenish glow combined with faint traces of red.

In 2000, Reykjavík held the title of the European City of Culture, an award acknowledging Iceland’s rich and varied culture. Reykjavík combines their unique ancient heritage with innovative arts and entertainment. This eclectic mix provides vacationers with a diverse and authentic cultural experience. Music and art festivals are a constant happening throughout this region, as well as international film festivals and even Viking folklore festivals and elaborate Viking feast. Icelanders even speak the ancient language of the Vikings, a trait they are proud to recognize. Read more about a recent trip to Reykjavik, check out Iceland for RnR.

Check out this and other Icelandair special offers online or by calling 877-I-FLY-ICE -- they offer service to Iceland from Boston, New York (JFK), Seattle, and seasonal service from Minneapolis/St. Paul, Orlando Sanford, Halifax and Toronto. Keep in mind that rates will rise soon as we approach summer.

Non-stop connections through Icelandair's hub in Reykjavik are available to more than 20 destinations in Scandinavia, Great Britain, and Continental Europe. Only Icelandair offers passengers the ability to stopover in Iceland en route to any Icelandair destination at no additional airfare. New destinations for 2010 include Brussels, Trondheim and regular scheduled service to Glasgow and Manchester.