Published by Zeb BhamIceland is set to benefit from tourism growth in 2010 as holidaymakers take advantage of the country's favourable exchange rates, according to the country's tourist board.Commenting recently, Sigga Groa Þorarinsdottir, marketing manager for UK and Ireland at the Icelandic Tourist Board, said the country is anticipating a strong year for tourism as it attracts both first-time and repeat visitors."We are popular with travellers that love nature, the great outdoors, wildlife lovers and more adventurous outdoor activities. Iceland is also a year-round destination," she commented.Her comments followed research carried out by Lonely Planet which listed Iceland and London as the world's most value-for-money destinations.The UK has benefited from a boost in inbound tourism as sterling has languished on foreign currency markets, although this has made travelling overseas less affordable for many UK travellers.As such, those planning a trip abroad in the new year may benefit from buying foreign currency at the right time to avoid unfavourable exchange rates.For competitive rates and commission free travel money, visit our Travel FX site