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6 ..on subsequent visits, the beauty of those same landscapes can still reduce me to tears – but the locals are what affirm my love for Iceland. Their resourcefulness, quirkiness, inter-connectedness and warmth is unparalleled." - Carolyn Bain TO NAME A FEW REASONS.... • Aurora Borealis in winter •Midnight sun in summer • Conferences, mee ngs, and events in Reykjavík are always likely to a ract a big crowd • A "bucket list" des na on • UNESCO City of Literature 2011 • Reykjavík is a compac &t walkable • Welcoming & friendly society • Michelin star restaurants • Michelin key accommoda on WHY REYKJAVÍK - ICELAND 6 Reykjavík is the ideal stage for interna onal business events, of- fering world-class infrastructure and seamless logis cs, along with a future-focused atmosphere that fuels innova on. Set against natural wonders and Nordic crea vity, Reykjavík inspires fresh thinking and mean- ingful collabora on, making every event unforge able. Rapidly emerging as a top- er des na on for interna onal conferences and incen ves, Reykjavík is just 2–4 hours from mainland Europe and 5–7 hours from North America, closer than many expect. The city combines modern capital benefits with the charm of a walk- able, small-scale urban centre. With accommoda on, dining, and venues all within easy reach, comfort is assured. Iceland leads globally in gender equality, rank- ing first on the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Report for over a decade. It is also recognized as a leader in LGBTIQ+ rights, with progressive legisla on and a welcom- ing, inclusive society ensuring safety and respect for all. The country is renowned for peace and safety, ranking No. 1 on the Global Peace Index for 17 years, and No. 8 on the Legatum Prosperity Index for safe- ty and security. Iceland's close-knit academic and professional communi es make organizing events efficient. With short commu- nica on channels and few barriers, it is easy to connect directly with experts, speakers, and key stakehold- ers across sectors. This collabora ve spirit transcends disciplines, enabling high-level partnerships and dynamic programs to be arranged quickly.