Only a few travelers know about a town in Iceland called Dritvik, because it is unspoilt, tiny and quiet. Its sleepy towns cater to nature trippers who are in for a nature walk any time of the day. Travelers who are looking for some action, wild nightlife and shopping havens have other places to visit in mind. However, Dritvik is still a worthy stop in Iceland because of the uniqueness of the place (Young and Young, 2008, p.1).
Historical Dritvik
Since 1550 to 1850, Dritvik, Iceland has been known for its fishing station. In Iceland, it was, since then, a commercial fishing station that helped the people with their livelihood. The foundations of the building in Dritvik could still be seen years after it was washed by away time and weather. Fishing was the main activity in Dritvik. Being a small town surrounded by glacier, Dritviks population has grown through the years since the 13th century because of fishing. A church and a few establishments were built to mark the growth and development of the population and the town (Harding and Bindloss, 2004, p.149).
Dritvik was among the biggest fishing stations in Iceland. Fishing grounds were put up for the open sea to be more accessible to fishermen. There were 40 to 60 boats in Dritvik, giving employment opportunities to over 600 people. Today, Dritvik is known in Iceland not only for its fishing villages and stations, but because of its black sand beach as well (Harding and Bindloss, 2004, p.149).
Why Visit Dritvik
Upon arriving at Dritvik, tourists will see fishing nets and boats on the black sand beach. Dritvik is a very interesting place to visit as it offers tourists a unique way of watching the intimate relationship of a small town to the sea. Excursions in Iceland become more worth it if tourists drop by Dritvik. There are a lot of reasons why Dritvik is worth a visit. The village church remembers the early days of Dritvik, showing tourists how it has evolved from a very small and sleepy town, to now a village that shows signs of development and commercialization. Of course, the food at Dritvik is also unforgettable as tourists will be assured that all fish served as fresh from catch (Evans, 2008, p. 248).
Recommendations
The problem, however, is that no matter how beautiful the place is, it still is not as attractive to tourists as Paris, New York, the Philippine islands or the Australian coasts. It is not attractive to tourists because they do not know the place. It is then highly recommended that the place should be advertised very well. It should be discussed in travel books, travel websites, in commercials and in all advertisements. Its local government should make it a point to promote tourism in the place. Dritvik should find its own tourists by making it known to the world (Young and Young, 2008, p.1).
From proper advertising and promotions, it would be easier for tourists to go to this place. Dritvik will soon profit from these travelers who visit this town. This profit should be used for the improvement of the town. Money from tourism can be used to build more establishments that will cater to the needs of its people and its tourists. Malls, churches, schools and entertainment hubs can be built. The flow of the economy will be ensured as there is enough money going around. As soon as these establishments are built, there will be enough money to build better roads so that Dritvik will be easier to access. In fact, there could even be an airport that can be created near Dritvik to attract more tourists (Morgan and Pritchard, 2001, p. 11).
From then on, the people of Dritvik should think of ways to profit more from tourism, like activities that tourists will surely enjoy. Some tourists are easily bored, and more of them feel restricted in Dritvik because aside from nature walks and watching the fishing village live its life, there is not enough to do. Water sports and activities can be started, the way they do in the Caribbean islands (Connell and Rugendyke, 2008, p. 137).
Since the town is not as developed as other small towns in Iceland, there are surely more fun to be discovered. As a fishing village, Dritvik is a promising town with lots of beautiful marine life to offer. Tourists can scuba dive or snorkel to see lots of underwater creatures. Underwater activities are one of the main reasons why people visit countries surrounded by waters (Connell and Rugendyke, 2008, p. 137).
Truly, Dritvik is a promising place. The villages alone can be tourist spots, because the homes of the residents are unique. In a world where employment is about working for corporations and going to offices everyday, Dritvik is the town that holds so many new things to show to travelers.
Being a fishing village, Dritvik is a special place for travelers who want to see something for the first time. It can show people a different way of life and a different way of making something for a living. Travelers these days are not only looking for something they can take a picture of. The wise travelers are looking for something unique, which Dritvik is all about.
If these recommendations are followed, Dritvik will be a destination in Iceland that is going to be a hit. Other places in Iceland are worth visiting, but Dritvik has something different to offer, especially when advertised properly. With its very interesting history, its rich and unique culture, and its very inviting waters and residents, Dritvik is a place to watch out for. It will not be too long until this place becomes more developed and popular around the world.
Historical Dritvik
Since 1550 to 1850, Dritvik, Iceland has been known for its fishing station. In Iceland, it was, since then, a commercial fishing station that helped the people with their livelihood. The foundations of the building in Dritvik could still be seen years after it was washed by away time and weather. Fishing was the main activity in Dritvik. Being a small town surrounded by glacier, Dritviks population has grown through the years since the 13th century because of fishing. A church and a few establishments were built to mark the growth and development of the population and the town (Harding and Bindloss, 2004, p.149).
Dritvik was among the biggest fishing stations in Iceland. Fishing grounds were put up for the open sea to be more accessible to fishermen. There were 40 to 60 boats in Dritvik, giving employment opportunities to over 600 people. Today, Dritvik is known in Iceland not only for its fishing villages and stations, but because of its black sand beach as well (Harding and Bindloss, 2004, p.149).
Why Visit Dritvik
Upon arriving at Dritvik, tourists will see fishing nets and boats on the black sand beach. Dritvik is a very interesting place to visit as it offers tourists a unique way of watching the intimate relationship of a small town to the sea. Excursions in Iceland become more worth it if tourists drop by Dritvik. There are a lot of reasons why Dritvik is worth a visit. The village church remembers the early days of Dritvik, showing tourists how it has evolved from a very small and sleepy town, to now a village that shows signs of development and commercialization. Of course, the food at Dritvik is also unforgettable as tourists will be assured that all fish served as fresh from catch (Evans, 2008, p. 248).
Recommendations
The problem, however, is that no matter how beautiful the place is, it still is not as attractive to tourists as Paris, New York, the Philippine islands or the Australian coasts. It is not attractive to tourists because they do not know the place. It is then highly recommended that the place should be advertised very well. It should be discussed in travel books, travel websites, in commercials and in all advertisements. Its local government should make it a point to promote tourism in the place. Dritvik should find its own tourists by making it known to the world (Young and Young, 2008, p.1).
From proper advertising and promotions, it would be easier for tourists to go to this place. Dritvik will soon profit from these travelers who visit this town. This profit should be used for the improvement of the town. Money from tourism can be used to build more establishments that will cater to the needs of its people and its tourists. Malls, churches, schools and entertainment hubs can be built. The flow of the economy will be ensured as there is enough money going around. As soon as these establishments are built, there will be enough money to build better roads so that Dritvik will be easier to access. In fact, there could even be an airport that can be created near Dritvik to attract more tourists (Morgan and Pritchard, 2001, p. 11).
From then on, the people of Dritvik should think of ways to profit more from tourism, like activities that tourists will surely enjoy. Some tourists are easily bored, and more of them feel restricted in Dritvik because aside from nature walks and watching the fishing village live its life, there is not enough to do. Water sports and activities can be started, the way they do in the Caribbean islands (Connell and Rugendyke, 2008, p. 137).
Since the town is not as developed as other small towns in Iceland, there are surely more fun to be discovered. As a fishing village, Dritvik is a promising town with lots of beautiful marine life to offer. Tourists can scuba dive or snorkel to see lots of underwater creatures. Underwater activities are one of the main reasons why people visit countries surrounded by waters (Connell and Rugendyke, 2008, p. 137).
Truly, Dritvik is a promising place. The villages alone can be tourist spots, because the homes of the residents are unique. In a world where employment is about working for corporations and going to offices everyday, Dritvik is the town that holds so many new things to show to travelers.
Being a fishing village, Dritvik is a special place for travelers who want to see something for the first time. It can show people a different way of life and a different way of making something for a living. Travelers these days are not only looking for something they can take a picture of. The wise travelers are looking for something unique, which Dritvik is all about.
If these recommendations are followed, Dritvik will be a destination in Iceland that is going to be a hit. Other places in Iceland are worth visiting, but Dritvik has something different to offer, especially when advertised properly. With its very interesting history, its rich and unique culture, and its very inviting waters and residents, Dritvik is a place to watch out for. It will not be too long until this place becomes more developed and popular around the world.
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