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No need to go far to see hot springs in Iceland

Krisuvik is a fascinating place just 30 minutes away from the capital of Iceland. M any visitors to Reykjavik Iceland believe they will have to…

totalicelandstaffDecember 3, 2021

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In Iceland, a great stop for Cold War aficionados

Nice building indeed but nothing to write home about. PIC travphotos A mong locals the Borgartun street is jokingly called Wall Street as an unusual…

totalicelandstaffNovember 10, 2021

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Close to a towering glacier in Iceland a sculpture show par excellence

Sadly nowadays this place is more often than not crowded with tourists. PIC Dmitry Shakin T hose not inclined to do a bit of research…

totalicelandstaffNovember 10, 2021

On New Years Eve Hallgrimskirkja square the place to be in Iceland

Stunning views from a stunning tower but sadly closed over New Years Eve. PIC IceNineJon T he absolute best viewing platform in Reykjavik city on…

totalicelandstaffNovember 2, 2021

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Thingvellir

Part of Thingvellir National Park. In the background Thingvellir lake and Hengill geothermal area and up close the only place on land in the world…

totalicelandstaffOctober 30, 2021

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On top of Esja mountain in Iceland you can see forever

Esja mountain seen from Reykjavik city. From the top the views are fantastic and the climb is popular for adventure tourists H alf an hour…

totalicelandstaffOctober 30, 2021

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Really!!! A real golden beach in Reykjavik Iceland

Amazingly this beach is in Reykjavik Iceland and resembles exotic beaches much further south on the globe. PIC mircokorli M an is a master of…

totalicelandstaffOctober 26, 2021

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Taking the long way west from Reykjavik Iceland

Beautiful Hvalfjordur on a fine summer day. The fjord is very scenic and a much nicer way than taking the undersea tunnel Hvalfjardagong. PIC Diana…

totalicelandstaffOctober 26, 2021

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Gardabaer

Town of Gardabaer seen from air. This place is more or less a resting place for all the people working in Reykjavik. Not really worth…

totalicelandstaffOctober 25, 2021

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Olafsvik

A round trip in the Snaefellsnes peninsula will sooner or later take you to Olafsvik village but there is little to see and less to…

totalicelandstaffOctober 25, 2021

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An idea for a perfect view over Reykjavik Iceland

Bird´s eye view over Reykjavik city Iceland. Quite wonderful views can also be had from the top of the Blue mountains. Follow our guide and…

totalicelandstaffOctober 22, 2021

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On inhospitable remote mountaintop in Iceland a fascinating sight

Remote, windy and scary as well. Yet, a network of abandoned buildings adorn the top. PIC Ruv T he chances of anyone stumbling across the…

totalicelandstaffOctober 16, 2021

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Imagine if Engilbert Humperdinck lived in Iceland and ran a museum

The remote town of Bildudalur is way off the chart for most tourists. But should you venture into the Western fjords of Iceland a stop…

totalicelandstaffOctober 11, 2021

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The killing fields of Thingvellir

Just two steps from Thingvallagja walking path you´ll find the Drowning pool. PIC Duncan Fawkes A s history has shown us again and again it…

albertSeptember 29, 2021

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Up close and personal with birds in Vigur island

A new Icelandic custom? No, just tourists trying to keep arctic terns from picking their heads. PIC whatsallthisthen I n theory you do not have…

totalicelandstaffSeptember 29, 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

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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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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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Turning a volcanic crater into majestic cliffs in Iceland

Pretty in black and white. Londrangar cliffs in Snaefellsnes. PIC Greame Tozer Y ou gotta love nature. Give it time enough and things never stay…

totalicelandstaffMay 14, 2021

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The irresistible black beaches of Iceland

Solheimasandur in Iceland is just sand but what glorious sand. PIC Grit Matias F or all those not inclined to do a tiny bit of…

totalicelandstaffMay 13, 2021

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Grindavik

The main road through Grindavik town which like many other badly planned towns in this country has no beating center to speak of. PIC thisisbossi…

totalicelandstaffMay 12, 2021

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No need to go far to see hot springs in Iceland

In Iceland, a great stop for Cold War aficionados

Close to a towering glacier in Iceland a sculpture show par excellence

On New Years Eve Hallgrimskirkja square the place to be in Iceland

Thingvellir

On top of Esja mountain in Iceland you can see forever

Really!!! A real golden beach in Reykjavik Iceland

Taking the long way west from Reykjavik Iceland

Gardabaer

Olafsvik

An idea for a perfect view over Reykjavik Iceland

On inhospitable remote mountaintop in Iceland a fascinating sight

Imagine if Engilbert Humperdinck lived in Iceland and ran a museum

The killing fields of Thingvellir

Up close and personal with birds in Vigur island

Five great hiking areas of 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

Turning a volcanic crater into majestic cliffs in Iceland

The irresistible black beaches of Iceland

Grindavik

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