The Faroe Islands is an archipelago of 18 islands located in the North Atlantic Ocean, between Norway and Iceland. The islands cover a total area of 1,399 square kilometers and have a population of around 50,000 people. The islands are known for their stunning natural beauty, including steep cliffs, rugged coastlines, and picturesque villages.
The official language spoken in the Faroe Islands is Faroese, which is closely related to Icelandic and Old Norse. Danish is also widely spoken and is the language of government and education.
The primary currency used in the Faroe Islands is the Faroese króna (FOK). However, the Danish krone is also widely accepted, and many places accept major credit cards. ATMs are available in most towns and villages.
The local time in the Faroe Islands is GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) and there is no daylight saving time. The time difference between the Faroe Islands and the UK is one hour ahead during the winter months.
The flight time from the UK to the Faroe Islands varies depending on the route and stopovers, but it typically takes around 2.5 hours to fly to the islands from London. The main airport in the Faroe Islands is Vágar Airport, located on the island of Vágar. The airport is served by several airlines, including Atlantic Airways and Scandinavian Airlines, and offers connections to major cities in Europe, including London, Copenhagen, and Reykjavik. The address for the airport is Vágar Airport, Vága Floghavn, FO-380 Sørvágur, Faroe Islands.