Iceland is a place that may surprise you if you plan to relocate abroad

After a long period of travel uncertainty, many people are dusting off their plans to relocate abroad. While countries like Spain, France and Portugal have long been popular with overseas workers, other European countries are starting to spike global interest.

A list by overseas property buying specialist Property Guides explores some of the most up-and-coming destinations for expats in 2021.

Reykjavik, Iceland

Volcanoes, glaciers and geysers – not only is Iceland a fascinating place to live geographically, but it also ranks highly for overall quality of life.

The capital Reykjavik is vibrant and bursting with culture. There are plenty of bars and restaurants as well as more than 60 museums, exhibition spaces and galleries. The city’s cultural calendar is very full too, with numerous festivals throughout the year.

It’s no secret that Iceland can be expensive, and the average cost of living for a single person is definitely higher than some other European cities. But the salaries are also more generous, with workers in Reykjavik earning an average of over €1,000 more each month than those in Madrid or Rome.

Basic utilities are also some of the cheapest in Europe, which is largely down to almost all electricity being hydropower or geothermal.

Sarah Palmer www.euronews.com