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One pristine wilderness of Iceland soon going extinct

A typical sight from the gravel track known as Sprengisand way over the highland of Iceland. PIC Jesus Rodriguez Fernandes F or centuries the name…

totalicelandstaffOctober 7, 2021

Lamb penis sound delicious? Then Iceland is the place

Chewy like a tendon with a dash of salty taste. Lamb penis for your pleasure in Iceland F or a long time travelers have been…

totalicelandstaffOctober 6, 2021

Where to find all those magnificent ice caves in Iceland

Hundred percent stunning but timing has to be spot-on to walk into one of those. PIC Hase don S hould you be contemplating a trip…

totalicelandstaffOctober 3, 2021

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The heck is “lopapeysa” and are they really made in Iceland

Warm in spite of cold. A visitor wearing the traditional Iceland "lopapeysa" sweater. PIC Ben Husmann C hances are you´ll not walk far after landing…

totalicelandstaffSeptember 29, 2021

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Things NOT to buy at the airport in Iceland

Prices for simple basics in the Keflavik airport, often called Reykjavik airport, in Iceland are far higher than elsewhere. PIC Bart H ere´s one advice…

totalicelandstaffSeptember 28, 2021

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Before sailing to Iceland know this

Emergency services in Iceland are ill equipped to deal with any emergency from a cruise liner in Icelandic waters. Keep this in mind when travelling…

totalicelandstaffSeptember 27, 2021

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So you want to know about natural hot springs in Iceland

Some hot springs in Iceland are more tourist friendly than others. PIC rwhgould Y ou asked and like any decent human beings we comply. Below…

totalicelandstaffJune 30, 2021

East Featured News & Tips North South West

Five great hiking areas of Iceland

The impressive Dyrfjoll mountain range in East of Iceland tempt many hikers. PIC Kevin Barnett Y ou know, we hate lists. Simply because travel is…

totalicelandstaffJune 30, 2021

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Why you absolutely shouldn´t buy anything from 66°North while in Iceland

I f anything, the horrible corona epidemic showed us how letting companies use tax havens and loopholes for years on end, comes back to bite…

albertJune 21, 2021

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Minutes away from downtown Reykjavik Iceland well known elfstones

Construction of any kind has been halted and changed in Iceland for centuries. PIC Nicolas Pacquet S eems a bad case of Alzheimer´s disease is…

totalicelandstaffJune 21, 2021

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The strange custom of rolling around naked at midnight in Iceland

A midsummer´s night in Iceland is something every person on earth should experience. In clothes or without. PIC stuck in customs T he Vikings of…

totalicelandstaffJune 21, 2021

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One thing about that rotten shark thing in Iceland

To rid shark meat of poisonous substances it has to hang dry for months on end like seen here. PIC Chris Wonski I t is…

totalicelandstaffJune 21, 2021

News & Tips West

A couple of practical things while in Iceland

If three´s a crowd then this is simply ridiculous. Jam packed Blue Lagoon. PIC Rene Passet W e wouldn´t be much of a travel guide…

totalicelandstaffJune 21, 2021

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The Arctic fox in Iceland under threat from tourism

The only native mammal in all of Iceland is the beautiful Arctic fox. Now under threat. PIC Jean van der Slujis T he more, the…

totalicelandstaffJune 18, 2021

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Best campsite in Iceland is undoubtedly in Reykjavik city

Little to worry about for those choosing to camp in Reykjavik city. PIC Reykjavikcampsite W e understand your concerns completely. Setting up camp in cities…

totalicelandstaffJune 18, 2021

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How to explore Reykjavik Iceland using the bus

Exploring Reykjavik Iceland one bus at a time. PIC MyIglesias I t is no secret visiting Iceland takes a heavy toll on your bank account.…

totalicelandstaffJune 18, 2021

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The most popular hiking routes in Iceland

Starting point for the Fimmvorduhals trek is usually from Skogafoss waterfall at Skogar. PIC HelloIAmBruce H iking is all the rage in Iceland these days.…

totalicelandstaffMay 14, 2021

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One special date to be aware of in Iceland

The biggest and probably wildest weekend you can have in Iceland is during Tjodhatid festival in Westman Islands U sually we are all for visitors…

totalicelandstaffMay 14, 2021

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In Iceland, possibly the most memorable round of golf ever

Even for seasoned golfers it´s easy to get thrilled playing under the midnight sun. PIC Arctic Open W e know! Iceland is not the first…

totalicelandstaffMay 14, 2021

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Do the Golden Circle in Iceland on your own

Thingvellir, Geysir area and Gullfoss waterfall (pictured) deserve more than half an hour stop. PIC Matt Benton Y ou will not read very much about…

totalicelandstaffMay 14, 2021

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For Icelandair flights, add sugar and 30 minutes minimum

Fly on the wings of love if you can but worst case with Icelandair. PIC Pieter van Marion In case you have booked a flight…

totalicelandstaffFebruary 17, 2021

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Flying to Iceland any time soon? Then get used to Boeing Max

In spite of 365 people losing their lives in the most horrible circumstances imaginable, Icelandair is hell bent on using the Boeing Max type of…

totalicelandstaffOctober 16, 2020

Now, why would you want to visit Eskifjordur in Iceland?

A small cruise ship anchored in Iceland. Many places here offer the tourist absolutely nothing and Eskifjordur is one of them. PIC von flankenstein T…

totalicelandstaffOctober 13, 2020

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Pros and cons of visiting Iceland during a pandemic

The welcoming committee at Leifsstod international airport. They´ll let you by with a smile in most cases. Photo RUV Here we are in the…

totalicelandstaffAugust 12, 2020

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One pristine wilderness of Iceland soon going extinct

Lamb penis sound delicious? Then Iceland is the place

Where to find all those magnificent ice caves in Iceland

The heck is “lopapeysa” and are they really made in Iceland

Things NOT to buy at the airport in Iceland

Before sailing to Iceland know this

Five great hiking areas of Iceland

Why you absolutely shouldn´t buy anything from 66°North while in Iceland

Minutes away from downtown Reykjavik Iceland well known elfstones

The strange custom of rolling around naked at midnight in Iceland

One thing about that rotten shark thing in Iceland

A couple of practical things while in Iceland

The Arctic fox in Iceland under threat from tourism

Best campsite in Iceland is undoubtedly in Reykjavik city

How to explore Reykjavik Iceland using the bus

The most popular hiking routes in Iceland

One special date to be aware of in Iceland

In Iceland, possibly the most memorable round of golf ever

Do the Golden Circle in Iceland on your own

For Icelandair flights, add sugar and 30 minutes minimum

Flying to Iceland any time soon? Then get used to Boeing Max

Now, why would you want to visit Eskifjordur in Iceland?

Pros and cons of visiting Iceland during a pandemic

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