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VOLume 1 summer 20152 D uring your stay here, you will experience the adjectives these readers used to describe the Faroe Islands: »authentic, culturally minded, superlative.«   Other publications, such as The New York Times, CNN, The Guardian, and El País are equally complimentary in their respective articles, encouraging readers to experience what our islands have to offer. And what does the Faroe Islands have to offer, you might ask. Our striking nature, with its steep green hillsides, gentle lakes, deep grottos and dark-blue ocean, is self- explanatory. Faroe Islanders live closely with – and off – nature, and in more ways than one, it defines who we are. Although geographically isolated, our islands offer some of the best food and music in the Nordic region, and our transportation services are first class, giving excellent access to all parts of the country. Also, opportunities for various activities, such as hiking, birdwatching and kayaking, are in abundance. But, as with any society, the people are what define any nation the most. Faroe Islanders are well-educated, peaceful and friendly people, with a special appetite for culture. We can be shy at first, but particularly hospitable in time. Make sure you make the most out of your visit by getting in touch with locals. We are honoured and proud to welcome you to our islands and hope you enjoy your stay.   Guðrið Højgaard Director at Visit Faroe Islands Readers of National Geographic Traveller have voted the Faroe Islands as the top travel destination in 2015 – and this is not without reason authentic, culturally minded, superlative welcome to the faroe islands Publisher: Sosialurin Tórsgøta 1 P. O. Box 76 110 Tórshavn tel. +298 341800 www.sosialurin.fo Email: post@sosialurin.fo Circulation: 18.000 Managing Director: Jonhard Hammer Editor: Terji Nielsen Writers: Annika Kunoy Im, Eyðun Klakstein and Terji Nielsen Advertising Sales: Regin Joensen Graphic Design: Pætur Eyðunsson Jensen Printing: Prentmiðstøðan 2015 NEWS FOR VISITORS TO THE FAROE ISLANDS