12 Essential ICELAND TRAVEL Tips | Watch BEFORE You GO!

[@AlexanderAyling]

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[@livelifeoutside8540]

The song “Waterfalls” is by the group TLC.

[@fuzzmuscle69]

Written by Prince!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Whoops! I knew that haha- Lisa Left Eye Lopez would be mad at me

[@AlexanderAyling]

Didn’t know that!

[@Weezy10580]

And?

[@justenrobinson433]

Shot straight to the comments for this. Lmao!! DC WAS like 12 or 13 years old. lol

[@slabby]

Excellent video and tips. Been to Iceland twice and I have two tips: - Bring rain pants; Definitely need them when visiting some waterfalls or Jokulsarlon. - You can buy a wifi module for your rental car and you’ll never have to pay for roaming charges. You can also take the WiFi with you on hikes and still be connected.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks for sharing!

[@edwinbab3205]

In august six days can i rent car drive ring roaf

[@slabby]

@@edwinbab3205 Yes, of course you can rent a car, but it will take you longer than 6 days to drive the Ring Road. I was able to do it in 9 days. I rented from Blue Car Rental. It's an Iceland based car rental so there isn't any issues with the cars. Make sure you buy insurance, just in case. I would drive to Jokulsarlon and points in between in the south and then drive back and do the Golden Circle and maybe the Snaefellness peninsula. Have fun and enjoy Iceland.

[@edwinbab3205]

@@slabby thx so how i know where to go eqch day and can i sleep in car in camp site if i bring sleep bag

[@slabby]

@@edwinbab3205 You need to create your vacation yourself. Do some research. I would not sleep in a car or sleeping bag. There are hotels, hostels and b&bs everywhere. Look up the attractions and create your own trip.

[@promptpineonalphaup3512]

Plan to visit in March 2024. Thank you for your information

[@AlexanderAyling]

Awesome. You’re going to have such a great trip. Make sure you grab a copy of my itinerary to get all my best tips, locations, experiences, restaurants and hotels (plus a heap of secret hot springs). bit.ly/1WeekInIceland

[@dajanayjohnson5724]

Dude... I have been looking for you guys... lol I was Vagabrothers FAITHFULLY! Glad I found your page man!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Welcome 🙏🏼

[@pamrobinson4350]

I've been twice - both times cruised from my home port Liverpool. Even as a single traveller, it worked out a good deal as there were 4 ports of call in Iceland allowing for lots of sightseeing. Obviously all food & entertainment were included too & the drinks on board were reasonably priced.

[@anaisgrigri1345]

That sounds interesting, maybe 😅. How long was the cruise? Was it: Liverpool - 4 port in Iceland - back to Liverpool? Was the boat nice? As in nice things to do: swimming pool, sauna, gym..?

[@pamrobinson4350]

@@anaisgrigri1345 The cruise was 11 nights. Called at Torshavn, Faroes on the outward journey, 4 ports of call in Iceland then Belfast en route back to Liverpool. Bog standard cruise ship - outdoor swimming pool no use on a cruise to Iceland. Unfortunately, an appalling experience at Torshavn. Faroese still hunt whales. They decided to go on a hunt while the ship was in harbour. Rounded up & slaughtered 78 whales & dolphins in full sight of the cruise ship. The cruise line weren't to know that would happen but they're still including that port of call in their itineraries & no way would I travel with them despite all their statements condemning the practice. Ambassador Cruises - a company with no integrity. At all.

[@gjones9409]

Hi Pam, I'm off to Iceland from Liverpool tomorrow! Bucket list cruise and so looking forward to it :)

[@pamrobinson4350]

@@gjones9409 Enjoy! Do hope it's not with Ambassador - that last cruise with them put me off cruising forever. So much so, I cancelled a Cunard cruise from Barcelona to Istanbul booked for Sept 24. Lost my deposit but I can live with that.

[@shiba1137]

I would like you to create "packing list" for Iceland in December! I don't want to regret not to have something! Please! I've already purchased your Travel Guide, but did not find anything about "what to bring".

[@anndelaney7533]

Thanks!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you for the tip Ann! If you want even more great information and ideas for your trip, I highly recommend grabbing a copy of my 1 week Iceland Itinerary. Check it out here: bit.ly/1WeekInIceland

[@MaikKellerhals]

What's that deserted Fort at 3:33 called? I'd like to visit (and film, if possible) that on my next trip to this fascinating country!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey there! It’s included in my Iceland Itinerary which is linked in the description of this video 👍🏽

[@nikkilogan7726]

Really an amazing country to visit! Thanks Alex! 😎

[@devicetest-b4h]

GREATE VIDEO

[@AlexanderAyling]

Glad you enjoyed

[@robinpope8970]

Going in mid-May. Cannot wait

[@AlexanderAyling]

Awesome! You’re going to love it! Make sure you grab a copy of my Iceland itinerary to make the most of your time there! Get your copy here: bit.ly/1WeekInIceland 🎉

[@ReiseVisionen]

Fantastic upload. The tips are very helpful

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you! Check my Iceland Travel Itinerary for more!

[@harjot101]

Very helpful video! I’m going in November. So excited

[@AlexanderAyling]

I’m glad you enjoyed it. You’re going to love Iceland - especially if you follow my epic 1 week road trip itinerary! All my favorite destinations, hotels, restaurants, hot springs and secret spots compiled into one easy to follow interactive map with quality photographs, directions and voice memos. Check it out here: bit.ly/1WeekInIceland

[@delonramsundar8261]

Thanks 🙏🏽 I’m planning to visit mid November for a week, need advice on tours and things to do

[@AlexanderAyling]

You’re in the right place - grab a copy of my 7 Day Iceland Itinerary 👍🏽 bit.ly/1WeekInIceland 🌋

[@kschan9874]

Thanks for the tips

[@AlexanderAyling]

No worries- check my full itinerary guide here for more details and information. www.thatch.co/guide/phz1n1zxtycd/view

[@navlinnaidoo1560]

Thank you! This was very insightful and you highlighted all the important points most of us need and want to know 😬 if I may ask what was the music playing in the background in the last few minutes of the video under “local culture”? Sounded cool

[@nataliegrimson2397]

I went to Iceland last October. It was phenomenal such vast, sheer natural beauty 😍 you are so right about that wind though 😅

[@AlexanderAyling]

It really is! But that wind chill is something else!

[@swen494]

dont forget to not walk on the moss, some of it is thousands of years old and walking on it or touching it could severely damage it, at 6:48 it looks like you are but I can’t tell.

[@dolmee.dolmee]

Iceland is the best place to visit

[@jafetcardenascontreras6618]

Alex, thank You for show your video Bro, The true I to plant to visit Iceland, this country Is favorites many places and I want to know You also Man.🤙I confirm that I also like to listen to sigur Ros, one of my favorite songs is Njosnavelin

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Hope you have a great trip!

[@stargazer5073]

Amazing 👏

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you!

[@mitarastogi4997]

V v nice

[@prasadmankar7650]

Guys im planning to go next year but I'm confused to go in April or October. I also want to know if i can get to see Northern lights in april or no.

[@warsandrij]

Ah this video came too late! We're just finishing up our iceland trip right now. The west fjords was the best addition to our trip and dynjandi waterfall was the best waterfall we went to in 12 days of touring! We didn't find the crowds too bad artist from struggling with parking in some spots but it was incredibly noticeable once you went past the touristy spots and we would hardly pass anyone on the roads! The volcano erupted the day we arrived and was closed most of the time. It's currently open to hiking but the only safe route is 20km each way.

[@prasadmankar7650]

Hey man can you tell me how was the weather in August when you visited? I'm planning for Iceland for next year. But I'm confused to go in April or October. 😢

[@TravelingDan20]

Ahh yes Iceland top 3 in the world for me ❤️😊

[@AlexanderAyling]

It’s an awesome island

[@cadoxton18]

Visiting for 4 nights middle of Nov 24 - really looking 4ward to it. We got a car hire, but think it might be better to book at least 1 excursion.

[@edcook9747]

Amazing how we went to Iceland about eight years ago before it was overrun and we had no “tips” on how to act or what to do. We had a very successful and enjoyable trip with nothing we would have changed. The world now relays on you tube to know what to do. All these tips on all these videos is mostly common sense. Now everybody needs guidance!

[@leticiafurlanetto3953]

Is it possible to use wise card in Iceland?

[@gopaloo71]

Can you please list down the less known but beautiful places

[@AlexanderAyling]

I have all of the best and least known spots included in my one week Iceland Itinerary. Grab your copy here: bit.ly/1WeekInIceland Enjoy! 🇮🇸

[@KimVogts-MDH]

I really want to see the Aurora Borealis. I'm planning on going in January, right after New Year's. Has anyone been during that timeframe? What about driving in winter there?

[@Lucky7girl100]

From what I've heard most of the rural roads are closed during that part of winter. You should research what will be open

[@cobevizio6228]

Where are the best places to find rain pants? I am tall and 3X.

[@amyhook8605]

What if you can’t get into the hot springs because of a brace because of a disability??❤😅

[@stargazer5073]

Switzerland is expensive too!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Very!!

[@TitaNaBusy]

Hi, planning to go on April. Do you think by that time still cold there in Iceland or will be a bit warm already?

[@Zoiggelz]

I took a quick look at the observed temperature/weather history in April of the past few years, and it can still be anything from -10 to +15 Celsius in April in the two cities I looked at which were Reykjavik and Akureyri. For the most part it seems to stay between the +0C to +10C range, though every April there was a span of a few days when it stayed below freezing & a few days when it stayed between +10C and +15C. I haven't been to Iceland yet, but probably safe to say, with the windchill and everything, that packing enough warm clothes is most likely for the better, even in April. :p

[@pamrobinson4350]

I've been twice in July. It was cold. Maybe the country should be called 'Windland' - seems to be very windy which brings the temps down even further,

[@reshmad200]

we are taking a last minute trip to Iceland this December. Do you know where winter solstice celebrations might be taking place? Also, is it safe to drive in the winter? We would just be doing the southern area, seems northern area roads will be closed.

[@kevin4sambos119]

Google the Aurora Forecast and learn how to see Northern Lights from this, best. We will be there in one week

[@sunsetsue6309]

When is the best time to go ? Warmest ? Thx

[@fuzzmuscle69]

Depends on what type of activities you’re interested in. Summer months are warmest, but you should always prepare for cold, even in Summer.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Peak season is July and August. September is a bit better with less crowds and still not super cold

[@sunsetsue6309]

Thx - September means everyone is back in school & less crowds - a win - win situation

[@AlexanderAyling]

@@sunsetsue6309 exactly! It's a great time to visit. If you need help planning your adventure, 👉 check out my Iceland Travel Guide: bit.ly/1WeekInIceland 👈

[@saritacappello4180]

July

[@cobevizio6228]

Is it very difficult

[@robsudden24]

Going in 3 days

[@AlexanderAyling]

Awesome! Grab yourself a copy of my itinerary to make the most of your time there! bit.ly/1WeekInIceland 👍🏽✨

[@JimBob1937]

How was it?

[@robsudden24]

It was an amazing trip I took my son for his 10th birthday 🎂

[@robertthomas9564]

Perhaps the 24% vat tax may have something to do with the prices being 24% higher?

[@UNIVERSE_R_R_DHAGE]

NICE PLACE 😍👌😘🍷💘

[@AlexanderAyling]

It’s awesome!

[@Vessie.]

❤

[@stargazer5073]

How did the large mammal wild life get there????

[@AlexanderAyling]

Introduced

[@carolynclitheroe3588]

In so many ways like NZ

[@edwinbab3205]

Can i rent car myself drive ring road six days?

[@christalsigrid2450]

Super informative! However, I cannot believe you confused these two iconic female groups- Destiny’s Child were kids when TLC created their number one song Waterfalls.

[@AlexanderAyling]

It’s with great regret that I’ve made this unforgivable mistake… 😂

[@andrewsievers1]

TLC 😮😮😮😮😂

[@jennygirlygirl1]

OMG!!! TLC!!! 😂

[@AlexanderAyling]

Whoops 😬

[@gracebond6052]

TLC 😜

[@gtwrmw1978]

It was TLC not destiny's child. Otherwise, great video. THANK YOU

[@jessicasimplicioreis3824]

Somebody watching??😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@notcasi5987]

You look like Luis Alberto

[@stargazer5073]

Is it a safer country?

[@AlexanderAyling]

Consistently rates amongst the top 3 safest in the world

[@stargazer5073]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/sH_UZ56woMaDotk Alex, have you done this trip in NZ?

[@minkagoldstein9228]

You don’t give us time to write down the places to visit. Darn. Played this 5 times to get some waterfalls names……frustrating

[@AlexanderAyling]

Hey Minka, my apologies - people have short attention spans on KZbin but I’ve made a wonderfully detailed and informative one week Iceland itinerary that goes much much further than this video. All the best spots, my favorite restaurants, hotels, attractions, waterfalls and hot springs in one easy to use interactive map. Grab your copy here: bit.ly/1WeekInIceland Thanks for watching!

[@bungabening3530]

Use the pause button!

[@ashleyjames1262]

Destiny's child??????? 😅

[@stargazer5073]

Wow, you look 16 yrs old

[@AlexanderAyling]

I was 25 haha

[@readerenergy]

I came back just to tell you this. You lost me when it was apparent you were reading what you were saying in the first part of the video.

[@carlab9655]

He’s only reading the history part. I think you can cut him a break. Geesh

[@Asymmetrical.athlete_]

Connect with the locals but stop them from making a living by not eating a food 🤔🤔🤔 mighty hypocritical

[@cmorton7605]

Be a good ambassador but protest practices on hunting that's been around for thousands of years makes sense

[@cmorton7605]

Be a good ambassador but protest practices on hunting that's been around for thousands of years makes sense