The Little Book of Tourists in Iceland: Tips, tricks, and what the Icelanders really think of you

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE 2017 EDITION OF THIS BOOK. A NEWER 2019 VERSION IS AVAILABLE. THIS TITLE IS CURRENTLY ONLY BEING SOLD USED. Iceland is in the midst of an unprecedented tourist boom that has brought wealth to the country, but also myriad issues and challenges. This book provides a unique insight into the social and environmental impact that tourism is having on Iceland, and with wit and intelligence offers invaluable tips for touring safely, responsibly, and in harmony with the locals. A fascinating resource for anyone interested in contemporary Iceland, and an essential companion for all visitors to the country. Among the topics addressed in this book:• Why now? - Reasons for the tourism boom in Iceland• The impact of tourism on Iceland’s housing market, health care system, law enforcement, search and rescue operations, and more• Klondike fever in the Icelandic tourism industry• Touring Iceland and staying safe: the main dangers of travel in Iceland• Out driving: essential things to keep in mind on Iceland’s roads• What they think of us: complaints that tourists of different nationalities have about Iceland and Icelanders• What we think of them: tourist behaviours that really, seriously irk the Icelanders • Crazy stories of tourists in Iceland• The environmental footprint: depletion of natural resources, pollution, and the physical impact of tourism • Taxing tourists, or not - all about the endless debate• How the locals really feel about the tourist invasion • The truth about those Iceland myths: jailed bankers, refusal to bail out banks, believing in elves, incest app, promiscuity, disgusting food …… and much, much more.

Alda Sigmundsdottir is a writer, journalist and translator, and the author of seven other books about Iceland. She has written extensively about Iceland for the international media and is a frequent commentator on Icelandic affairs. Catch up with Alda on her website aldasigmunds.com, where you can also sign up for her monthly newsletter. You can find Alda on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.