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Lifestyle IS Iceland Yesterday

Rear Door Awning for Vans and RVs

A rear door awning for vans and RVs has been introduced. The shelter attaches to a vehicle's tailgate, providing a waterproof and windproof space for camping, beach outings, or picnics.

Lifestyle IS Iceland 20.02.2026

Planning a camper van trip to Iceland in 2026

The article is a practical guide to organizing a motorhome trip around Iceland. It covers choosing the season and type of vehicle, a suggested itinerary along the Ring Road, and provides an estimated budget for the journey.

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Lifestyle IS Iceland 14.02.2026

Traveling Iceland's Highlands in a 4x4 motorhome: routes and regulations

Iceland's Highlands, covering about 40% of the country, are accessible only in summer via unpaved F-roads, which legally require a 4x4 vehicle. Tourists rent 4x4 motorhomes to explore this region, as standard camper vans are not permitted on these tracks. Key routes include the F35 (Kjölur) and the more challenging F26 (Sprengisandur), leading to destinations like Landmannalaugar and Þórsmörk.

Motorhomes 2026: A Global Overview of Trends and Tendencies © bez.coffee
Industry Article 14.02.2026

Motorhomes 2026: A Global Overview of Trends and Tendencies

The coffee.bez.coffee editorial team analyzed 3,581 news stories from 56 countries in early 2026. Declining sales in Germany and the USA, Hyundai electric campers, budget Wuling motorhomes, KAMAZes with saunas in Russia, parking bans in Turkey — a comprehensive overview of motorhome industry trends by world region.

Lifestyle IS Iceland 13.02.2026

Complete Guide to Renting a Motorhome in Iceland

Renting a motorhome has become a preferred way to explore Iceland due to limited public transport and high hotel costs. Key considerations include choosing between a camper van, motorhome, or 4x4 camper, seasonal prices ranging from 80 to 400 euros per day, and the mandatory use of official campsites as wild camping is prohibited for motor vehicles.

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Power Station Runtime for Daily Life in an RV

Portable power stations are now central to RV living, especially with the rise of remote work. Their runtime depends on battery capacity, the number of devices used simultaneously, and environmental conditions. Energy is typically sufficient for short stops, but extended off-grid living requires strategic power management.

Law & Regulations IS Iceland 06.02.2026

Iceland introduces road usage fee for motorhomes

As of January 1, 2026, Iceland has introduced a road usage fee for all vehicles, including motorhomes. It replaces the abolished fuel tax and is charged as a fixed-rate fee for tourists, based on vehicle weight and length of stay. For a motorhome up to 3.5 tonnes, the fee ranges from €94.52 for 10 days to €165.41 for 21 days or more.

Industry IS Iceland 29.12.2025

Grupo Island Tours to present its 2026 catalog at Fitur and announces its new brand, Escandinavia To...

Grupo Island Tours will officially launch its 2026 travel catalog at the 46th edition of the Fitur tourism fair, scheduled for January 21-25, 2026. The catalog includes regular tours, rental car programs, private groups, and custom trips across its existing brands, which feature motorhome and campervan tours in destinations like Iceland, the Americas, and the Pacific. The company also announced the upcoming launch of its fourth brand, Escandinavia Tours.

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