Lonely Planet Best of Iceland (Travel Guide)
Lonely Planet Best of Iceland (Travel Guide)
Lonely Planet: The world’s number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet’s Best of Iceland is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze in wonder at the celestial kaleidoscope of the Northern Lights, warm up with a soak in the Blue Lagoon and explore a sweeping spectrum of dramatic landscape in the Westfjords – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Iceland and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of Iceland: Full-colour images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, wine, sport, politics Free, convenient pull-out map (included in print version), plus easy-to-use colour maps to help you navigate Covers Reykjavík, Southwest Iceland, the Golden Circle, West Iceland, The Westfjords, North Iceland, East Iceland, Southeast Iceland, The Highlands and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Best of Iceland is filled with inspiring and colourful photos, and focuses on Iceland’s most popular attractions for those wanting to experience the best of the best. Need a guide to Reykjavik? Check out Pocket Reykjavik & Southwest Iceland, our small, handy-sized guide featuring the top sights and experiences for a shorter trip. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 m... [Read More]
- ASIN: 1787014398
- ISBN: 1787014398
- Manufacturer: Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet Iceland's Ring Road (Travel Guide)
Lonely Planet Iceland's Ring Road (Travel Guide)
Lonely Planet: The world’s number one travel guide publisher* Lonely Planet’s Iceland’s Ring Road is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Watch luminous blue icebergs drift serenely through the Jökulsárlón lagoon on their way out to sea, explore Reykjavik’s culture and coffeehouses, and catch puffins playing on black sand beaches on the less-visited east coast – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Iceland’s Ring Road and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Iceland’s Ring Road: Colour maps and images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interestsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks missCultural insights provide a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politicsCovers The Golden Circle, Hvolsvöllur & Around, Skógar, Vík, Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Lómagnúpur & Around, Skaftafell, Around Jökulsárlón, Hali, Höfn, Breiðdalsvík, Djúpivogur, Breiðdalur, Berufjörður, Egilsstaðir & Around, Möðrudalur, Mývatn & Around, Akureyri, Varmahlíð, Hvammstangi & Around, Borgarnes & Around, Westfjords and Hvalfjörður and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet’s Iceland’s Ring Road is our most comprehensive guide to Iceland’s Ring Road and surrounding areas, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet’s Iceland for an in-depth guide to the whole country. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number o... [Read More]
- ASIN: 1786578409
- ISBN: 1786578409
- Manufacturer: Lonely Planet
Rick Steves Iceland
Rick Steves Iceland
Hike vast glaciers, marvel at steaming volcanic lakes, and explore the land of the midnight sun: with Rick Steves on your side, Iceland can be yours!Inside Rick Steves Iceland you'll find:Comprehensive coverage for exploring Iceland, whether you've got a long layover in Reykjavík or two weeks to dive into the whole countryRick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and hidden gems, from the stunning northern lights to hidden hikes and cozy bookstoresHow to connect with local culture: Soak in the famous Blue Lagoon, sample smoked fishes, and chat with locals in stark and lovely rural townsBeat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insightThe best places to eat, sleep, and relax Self-guided walking tours of lively Reykjavík and art and history museumsComplete, mile-by-mile driving tours, including the Golden Circle, the Ring Road, and more, with recommendations of Iceland's most scenic detoursDetailed maps for exploring on the goUseful resources including a packing list, an Icelandic phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended readingOver 500 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you downComplete, up-to-date information on Reykjavík, the Reykjanes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, the South Coast, the Westman Islands, West Iceland, The Ring Road, the East Fjords, and moreMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Iceland.Expanding your trip? Try Rick Steves Scandinavia or Rick Steves Northern European Cruise Ports.
- ASIN: 1631218131
- ISBN: 1631218131
- Manufacturer: Rick Steves
Photographing Iceland: An Insider's Guide to the Most Iconic Locations
Photographing Iceland: An Insider's Guide to the Most Iconic Locations
Considered by many to be the world’s top destination for amateur and professional landscape photographers, Iceland possesses unparalleled beauty, and the variety of spectacular landscapes found on this small island is astounding. Whether you’re visiting Iceland as a destination in its own right or as a stopover on your way elsewhere, you’re bound to have a unique and memorable experience. To help you make the most of your trip―no matter how long or short it is―Photographing Iceland provides you with five unique photography-focused tours that cover 37 must-see locations for you to photograph. Author, photographer, and Iceland expert Martin Schulz is your guide, providing you with background information on each location, detailed directions (including QR codes with Google Maps links), advice on gear and traveling, suggestions on the best time of year and day to visit each location, and the ideal angles from which to shoot. (Because who wants to end up on the wrong side of Europe’s largest waterfall, Dettifoss, shooting it against harsh midday sunlight?) Each tour conveniently starts and ends in Reykjavík, allowing you to complete one or more tours on your trip or combine all the tours for one epic adventure. Tours include: • Trip 1: Snæfellsnes • Trip 2: The North of Iceland • Trip 3: The South Coast of Iceland • Trip 4: Golden Circle Plus the Secret Waterfalls • Trip 5: Reykjavík
- ASIN: 1681984083
- ISBN: 9781681984087
- Manufacturer: Rocky Nook
Fodor's Essential Ireland 2019 (Full-color Travel Guide)
Fodor's Essential Ireland 2019 (Full-color Travel Guide)
Written by locals, Fodor’s Essential Ireland is the perfect guidebook for those looking for insider tips to make the most out their visit to Dublin and Ireland. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease. Join Fodor’s in exploring one of the most exciting countries in Europe.Ireland may be a small island, but it’s packed with things to do and see and simply overflowing with natural beauty, vibrant culture, and ancient history. From the splendor of its Georgian homes and Norman castles to its strikingly scenic landscapes, lush green fields, and postcard-perfect villages, there’s majesty at every turn here. Add a lively pub culture, a thriving arts and music scene, a reverence for the spoken word, and a warm and welcoming people, and you see why the Emerald Isle is one of Europe's most popular destinations.Fodor’s Essential Ireland 2019 includes:•UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: Fully updated coverage of neighborhoods, must-see attractions, hotels, restaurants, nightlife, shopping, and more. New restaurants and hotels throughout Ireland showcase the best options at different price points and categories. Updated annually to ensure the best and most relevant content.•ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE: A brief introduction and spectacular color photos capture the ultimate experiences and attractions throughout Ireland.•PULLOUT MAP AND MORE DETAILED MAPS: 50 detailed maps and a handy country-wide PULLOUT MAP that also covers the city of Dublin to help you plan and get around stress-free.•GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: In-depth illustrated features cover Dublin's literary heritage, iconic sights like the Ring of Kerry and the Rock of Cashel, and the Anglo-Irish Georgian House. Other features shine a spotlight on cruising on the Shannon, hiking in the West, and Irish whiskeys. •ITINERARIES AND TOP RECOMMENDATIONS: Check out the Great Itineraries section to help plan your time, whether it’s a ... [Read More]
- ASIN: 1640970568
- ISBN: 1640970568
- Manufacturer: Fodor's Travel
Insight Guides Iceland (Travel Guide with Free eBook)
Insight Guides Iceland (Travel Guide with Free eBook)
To say that Iceland is a country bristling with natural beauty is something of an understatement. Volcanoes, lagoons, glaciers, waterfalls, black-sand beaches and geysers densely populate its landscape. The lively capital city of Reykjavik also has a lot to offer visitors, from the stunning Blue Lagoon to its rich cultural heritage. Be inspired to visit by the new edition of Insight Guide Iceland, a comprehensive full-colour guide to this fascinating and dramatically beautiful country.Inside Insight Guide Iceland:· A fully-overhauled edition by our expert Iceland author.· Stunning, specially-commissioned new photography that brings this breath-taking country and its people to life. · Highlights of the country's top attractions, including the Blue Lagoon and the country's best hiking trails.· Descriptive region-by-region accounts cover the whole country, from the lively city of Reykjavik to the hot springs and whale-watching spots of Keflavik.· Detailed, high-quality maps throughout will help you get around and travel tips give you all the essential information for planning a memorable trip, including our independent selection of the best hotels and restaurants.About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guidebooks and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.
- ASIN: 1786715880
- ISBN: 9781786715883
- Brand: INSIGHT GDS
- Manufacturer: Insight Guides
Frommer's Iceland (Complete Guides)
Frommer's Iceland (Complete Guides)
Comprehensive and completely up-to-date, Frommer’s Iceland takes you from world-famous waterfalls to hopping nightclubs and everywhere in between. Frommer’s expert Nicholas Gill, an Iceland specialist, knows every inch of the country and is not afraid to tell the truth. With his reliable, straight-shooting advice, you’ll be hiking across lava fields, catching the Northern Lights from a hot tub, spotting one of the 20 species of whales that swim in Icelandic waters, experiencing Iceland’s rich cultural traditions and innovative regional cuisine, and more. Frommer’s Iceland contains:· Helpful maps throughout the book, including a handy pullout map· Detailed itineraries for planning a trip to suit your interests and make the most of your time· Authentic experiences honoring Iceland’s diverse topography, cultural traditions, food, and customs· Outdoor adventures for travelers of all ages and skill levels · Opinionated reviews of the best restaurants, tours, shops, attractions and hotels―and the ones to avoid· Accurate, up-to-date info on transportation, useful websites, telephone numbers, and other resources you’ll need· Money-saving tips and exact pricing for travelers on any budget―from backpacker to luxuryAbout Frommer’s: There’s a reason that Frommer’s has been the most trusted name in travel for more than sixty years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles became a household name helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer’s.
- ASIN: 1628874422
- ISBN: 1628874422
- Manufacturer: FrommerMedia
Iceland (National Geographic Adventure Map)
Iceland (National Geographic Adventure Map)
• Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Travel MapLet National Geographic's Iceland Adventure Map guide you as you discover the pristine nature and unique scenery on this Nordic island. The expertly researched map, with its accurate and detailed information, is designed to meet the needs of adventure travelers. In addition to a clearly marked road network, with distances and destinations of both major and main roads, the map also delivers an abundance of specialized content not found in traditional road maps. An index of cities and towns will help you arrive at your destination quickly. Recreational, ecological, cultural, and historic points of interest as well as secondary roads, remote tracks, secluded paths and ferry routes will aid in your exploration both on and off the beaten path. Among the pinpointed points of interest are hot springs, geysers, waterfalls, caves, museums, lighthouses, swimming pools, golf courses, campsites and scenic viewpoints. Also labeled are the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Thingvellir National Park and the volcanic island of Surtsey. The shaded relief map details the entire island, contour lines are drawn, peaks and summits are labeled with elevations, forested areas are shaded, water features are shown and boundaries of National Parks and nature reserves are color-coded, making it the perfect companion to any guidebook. Every Adventure Map is printed on durable synthetic paper, making them waterproof, tear-resistant and tough — capable of withstanding the rigors of international travel.Map Scale = 1:465,000Sheet Size = 25.5" x 37.75"Folded Size = 4.25" x 9.25"
- UPC: 749717000827
- ASIN: 1566955343
- ISBN: 1566955343
- Brand: National Geographic Maps
- Size: One-Size
- Manufacturer: National Geographic Maps
Top 10 Iceland (Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide)
Top 10 Iceland (Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide)
Covering all of Iceland's major sights and attractions in easy-to-use top-10 lists that help you plan the vacation that's right for you, this newly revised, updated, and redesigned pocket travel guide will lead you straight to the very best attractions. See stunning glaciers and geysers or the bewitching Northern Lights, visit the beautiful national parks, or experience the vibrancy of Reykjavik with DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Iceland.Expert travel writers have fully revised this edition of DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Iceland. Key features include: • Brand-new itineraries help you plan your trip to Iceland. • Expanded and far more comprehensive, the new laminated pull-out map now includes color-coded design, public transportation maps, and street indexes to make it even easier to use. • Maps of walking routes show you the best ways to maximize your time. • New Top 10 lists feature off-the-beaten-track ideas, along with standbys like popular attractions, shopping, dining options, and more. • Additional maps marked with sights from the guidebook are shown on inside cover flaps, with selected street index and metro map. • New typography and fresh layout throughout. You'll still find DK's famous full-color photography and museum floor plans, along with just the right amount of coverage of history and culture. A free pull-out map is marked with sights from the guidebook and includes a street index and a metro map.DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Iceland is the perfect pocket-sized travel companion.About the series: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Top 10s are handy travel guides that take the work out of planning a trip. Packed with amazing ideas, informative maps, insider tips, and useful advice, DK's Top 10 guides lead you to the very best your destination has to offer. The pocket size makes these the perfect guide to take on vacation. Discover the history, art, architecture, and culture of your destinatio... [Read More]
- ASIN: 1465440933
- ISBN: 1465440933
- Brand: Ingramcontent
- Manufacturer: DK Eyewitness Travel
Rick Steves Iceland Planning Map (Rick Steves Planning Maps)
Rick Steves Iceland Planning Map (Rick Steves Planning Maps)
Designed specifically for Rick Steves fans, this map highlights choice destinations throughout Iceland in a colorful, easy-to-use format on high-quality paper that lasts over many trips:Cuts the Clutter: While big cities are left for navigational purposes, this map is otherwise stripped clean and filled in only with places that matter to travelersGuidebook-Friendly: At a glance, all the places you read about in the Rick Steves Iceland guidebook stand out in a crisp, easy-to-read formatRoad or Sea: Includes highways, ferry routes, bus stops, and bike rental stations for easy route-planning, no matter how you'll get aroundThe Back's Even Better: The reverse side includes a detailed city-center map of Reykjavík and a map of the Ring Road, locating sights, hotels and restaurants
- ASIN: 1641710721
- ISBN: 9781641710725
- Manufacturer: Rick Steves