Grímsey

40km off Iceland’s north coast is Grimsey island, the only part of the country that crosses into the Arctic Circle. The small population of around 60 people are a hardy bunch, made up of courageous fishermen and their families. Come summer, birds outnumber humans about 10,000 to one, their constant cries under 24 hours of sunlight a stark reminder that you’re far from home. Catch the Dalvík ferry.