Iceland in August: The Self-Drive Travel Guide 2024

May 22, 2023, Hertz Iceland Iceland nature

Iceland, with its breathtaking landscapes and unique natural wonders, is an incredible destination any time of the year, but August stands out as one of the best months to explore the island. August is the height of the tourist season, with some of the warmest and most pleasant weather conditioners of the year. This enables travellers […]

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Westfjords Iceland: Self-drive Travel Guide

May 12, 2023, Hertz Iceland Iceland Attractions

No matter which route you travel in Iceland, you are sure to encounter something magnificent. But while many tourists flock to popular spots like the Golden Circle and the Blue Lagoon, there’s a remote part of Iceland in the far west that offers a truly unique and unforgettable experience. We’re talking about the Westfjords, a […]

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Iceland stopover guide: itinerary for less than 24 hours

May 5, 2023, Hertz Iceland Road Trip Itineraries

Iceland is a bucket listed stopover destination for travellers flying between North America and Europe. Icelandair, the country’s flagship airline, even offers extended free stopovers trips that allow travellers to visit Iceland for up to seven nights at no extra cost! That said, most stopovers in Iceland may only be for a few hours and […]

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Iceland packing list: what to pack for a self-drive trip

May 4, 2023, Hertz Iceland Iceland Travel Info

One of the hardest things about going on vacation is packing. You only have a small amount of space to fit everything you need for your trip, so it’s important to choose each item wisely. There’s nothing worse than arriving at your destination and realizing you’re missing something important, but you also don’t want to […]

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West Iceland Snaefellsnes Peninsula self-drive travel guide

May 4, 2023, Hertz Iceland Iceland Attractions

Often referred to as “Iceland in Miniature” or “Iceland in a Nutshell,” the Snaefellsnes Peninsula contains all of Iceland’s main attractions and landscapes in one location. A 90-kilometer-long peninsula is a place of renowned enchantment and beauty, delivering the finest of Iceland.  While on the island, you can see lava fields, fjords, waterfalls, a glacier, […]

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Best time to see northern lights in Iceland with a rental car: 2024 Guide

May 4, 2023, Hertz Iceland Best Things to do

Are the northern lights in Iceland? The short answer is YES if you visit Iceland during the northern light season (between September and April every year). With such a long aurora season every year, see the northern lights in Iceland had became one of the top reasons visitors travel to Iceland. But this natural phenomenon […]

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Iceland Self-drive tour: Guide to Golden Circle

May 4, 2023, Hertz Iceland Iceland Attractions

The Golden Circle Iceland is the most popular route for tourists visiting and driving around Iceland. It is the best way for travelers to see some of Iceland’s top attractions in a limited time frame. In fact, you can self-drive the Golden Circle and see some of the islands’ most awe-inspiring locations in as little […]

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Best facts of Iceland: learn about Iceland before you visit

May 3, 2023, Hertz Iceland Iceland Travel Info

When planning your vacation to Iceland, it is important to do the proper research before your trip. You will need to know some facts about Iceland, the best places to go, how much it’s going to cost, the ways to get around and the best rental cars in Iceland. In this article, we will explore […]

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Whale Watching Iceland Guide: Best places to go with a car

April 27, 2023, Hertz Iceland Best Things to do

Not only seeing the Northern light, Iceland is also one of the best places in the entire world for whale watching, which is why it’s one of the most popular activities for tourists visiting the country. Iceland’s location in the North Atlantic, surrounded by cool, nutrient-rich waters, makes it an ideal habitat for up to […]

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Iceland in July: the Self-Drive Travel Guide

April 24, 2023, Hertz Iceland Iceland nature

July is the Iceland summers, and the warmest month in Iceland, so it’s no surprise that it’s also the most popular month to visit the land of fire and ice. Traveling to visit Iceland in July means many activities are available to travelers that are not available during the winter months. Iceland’s F-roads are accessible, […]

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