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Sightseeing Reykjavik a total waste of money

The stops of the sightseeing bus in Reykjavik Iceland. Horrible route and little to see. labbergasted is a word team Total Iceland is very fond…

totalicelandstaffAugust 28, 2013

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An idea if pressed for time in Iceland

Tryggvagata road in Reykjavik. The Expo exhibition in the building in the centre. PIC Pet_r „I wish I had more time here,“ „We should have…

totalicelandstaffAugust 28, 2013

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Faking it in Iceland

Why on earth would official tourism officials stoop so low as to „fake“ instagram pics? ake a close look at the picture above. Nice isn´t…

totalicelandstaffAugust 15, 2013

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One thing worth keeping in mind while driving the South of Iceland

The devastation after a massive flooding in Mulakvisl glacial river. The wreckage you see used to be a pretty solid bridge. This event closed down…

totalicelandstaffAugust 14, 2013

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Olafsvik Iceland the place to be in 2026

Snaefellsjokull glacier and mountain range bathed in the midnight sun. PIC Fríða mín Unlike most tourist guides Team Total Iceland thinks not just days, weeks…

totalicelandstaffAugust 12, 2013

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No, you are not flying to Reykjavik Iceland

This is the place you´ll be landing in when coming to Iceland. Pretty far from Reykjavik if you ask us. PIC thisisbossi When it comes…

totalicelandstaffAugust 11, 2013

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The Loch Ness of Iceland

This guy not waiting for Godot but the Lagarfljot river monster. PIC Ernie Trölf I n the area known as Fljotsdalsherad, say that out loud,…

totalicelandstaffAugust 10, 2013

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A hotel in Iceland not exactly telling you the truth

Fairly decent hotel in Kopavogur town Iceland but far from downtown Reykjavik. Unfortunately lies and deception have on occasion become the norm in the Icelandic…

totalicelandstaffAugust 7, 2013

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Death on a glacier

Care, care and care when stepping unto a glacier in Iceland. PIC philborg It is not something the Icelandic tourist organization would blow their horns…

totalicelandstaffJuly 29, 2013

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Fewer and fewer whales around in Iceland

A typical whale watching tour includes a large dose of waiting and hoping. PIC Global Ranger For those about to rock, or at least those…

totalicelandstaffJuly 29, 2013

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Perhaps this is (partly) why it is so expensive to visit the Blue lagoon

Early morning empty Blue lagoon. Would you believe a single individual owns a large chunk of this stunning destination? PIC Nouhailler Imagine for a moment…

totalicelandstaffJuly 28, 2013

Kayaking glacial river falls in Iceland

Godafoss waterfalls seen from far away on a hot summers days in Iceland. PIC rwhgould Y ou may or may not know about Godafoss waterfall…

totalicelandstaffJuly 26, 2013

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This the place to protest whaling in Iceland

The only operating whaling station in Iceland is found, incidentally, in Whalefjord. PIC thorgilsv We can debate forever the pros and cons of whale hunting…

totalicelandstaffJuly 23, 2013

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Golf courses in Iceland really not up to par

Heimaey golf course is one of the better ones here and as often is the case the setting is stunning. PIC Global Ranger Search online…

totalicelandstaffJuly 23, 2013

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What happens if you get caught speeding in Iceland

Would you believe this is a „nice“ Icelandic road? PIC Danventure Team Total Iceland never tires about raving about the lack of police in Iceland…

totalicelandstaffJuly 22, 2013

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One of the most stupid things you can do in Iceland

Drinking straight from clear rivers and streams in Iceland should teach you a thing or two about water. PIC Kröyer For the most of us…

totalicelandstaffJuly 22, 2013

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Iceland the new Hollywood

Tourists being herded along the most popular sites in Iceland. The sheer number of visitors is taking a large toll of nature here. PIC Luc…

totalicelandstaffJuly 17, 2013

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The absolute best recommendation for Total Iceland

Seems we hit a sore spot with the management of Hotel Holt in Iceland Couple of months ago two members of Team Total Iceland stayed…

totalicelandstaffJuly 7, 2013

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This is why you get less than great service in Iceland

Locals in Iceland are on average not very happy campers contrary to legends A smile is a rare thing in Iceland in spite of this…

totalicelandstaffJuly 1, 2013

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The next big thing out of Iceland?

The band Ylja performing in Icelandic nature ou know the drill by now. Every five years or so the tiny society of persons calling themselves…

totalicelandstaffJune 9, 2013

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Iceland festival guide 2013

A hugely enjoyable and lively festival is the Lunga festival/workshop held in Seydisfjordur town every year. PIC Lunga This guide will make the official tourism…

totalicelandstaffJune 5, 2013

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Bad weather this summer in Iceland

Camping when the wind is blowing in Iceland is very short of being much fun. PIC Orlygur Hnefill In many cultures speaking about the weather…

totalicelandstaffMay 31, 2013

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In Iceland, be insured, be very insured

In few countries would anyone be able to take large groups of tourist for a walk or hike on a moving glacier. In Iceland this…

totalicelandstaffMay 31, 2013

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Why Tripadvisor should not be relied upon in Iceland

Many follow blindly recommendations from sites like Tripadvisor on their travel in Iceland. Unfortunately few people seem to travel anywhere these days without checking thoroughly…

totalicelandstaffMay 29, 2013

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