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The Complete Guide To Rental Car Insurance In Iceland

Choosing the right rental car can be hard enough, but knowing which rental car insurance you need in Iceland can be even more difficult. Due to Iceland’s unique geological landscape and unpredictable climate, people visiting Iceland from abroad often find it hard to understand the various levels and options of insurance cover offered to them when renting a car, and more importantly, which ones they need.

Off The Beaten Path: The Best Of Iceland's Hidden Gems

Are you looking to get off the beaten path and explore the best of Iceland’s untouched hidden gems but not sure where to find them? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with this guide.

Where To Find The Best Fast Food In Reykjavik

Craving some fast food in Iceland after a long day of exploring? When people think of Iceland, they think of the stunning natural landscapes, amazing wildlife, and bitterly cold winters. Unlike many European countries that have at least one popular dish to their name, Iceland does not pride itself first and foremost on its cuisine.

The Ultimate Guide To Exploring Iceland's Volcanoes

Iceland is full of natural wonders, and they don’t come more impressive than the beautiful volcanoes and landforms that they cause, from post-apocalyptic lava fields to eerie caves.

A Guide To The 9 Best Breweries In Iceland

Fancy a taste of the best beer Iceland has to offer? Discover our picks for the top ten breweries in the land of ice and fire!

The Best Places For Whale Watching In Iceland And When To Go

Iceland is now widely regarded as one of Europe’s top whale-watching destinations, with an ever-growing number of visitors hoping to catch a glimpse of these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. While the waters around Iceland have seen centuries of intense whaling (the practice of hunting whales), that industry has now, thankfully, almost completely given way to tourism and admiring these gentle giants splashing around under the Northern Lights, or illuminated by the midnight sun.

Visiting the Kerið (Kerid) Crater

Iceland’s Golden Circle route certainly has no shortage of stunning natural beauty spots, and they don’t get much more serene or picturesque than Kerid (Kerið) crater. One of the most popular attractions among tourists and locals alike, Kerid is a volcanic crater that is home to a pristine turquoise blue lake surrounded by unique red coloured volcanic rock.

The Complete Guide To Flying A Drone & Aerial Photography In Iceland

With its infinitely beautiful panoramic landscapes, dramatic volcanic activity, and expanses of untouched wilderness, it’s almost like Iceland was created with the drone photographer in mind!

The Best Places to Hike in Iceland in the Summer

Iceland is, simply put, an explorer’s paradise! No other place on earth hosts such a diverse range of stunning landscapes and natural wonders which, despite a large number of visitors each year, continues to exude peace and natural serenity.

The Ultimate Guide To Renting A Car In Iceland

So you’ve decided to visit Iceland. After booking your flights and creating a list of the amazing things you want to see and experience in the land of fire and ice, the next thing on your list is probably to decide whether you hire a car or not.