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19.08.2018

New location for Orange car rental

Orange Car Rental moves closer to the international airport

01.07.2017

We’ve Been Named 2016 Customer Favourite at Keflavik International Airport!

We are delighted to announce that we were recently named 2016 Customer Favourite at Keflavik International Airport through Rentalcars.com! Rentalcars.com introduced the award as a guide to customers i...

01.06.2017

Photo contest Gabi

Photo from our friend Gabi

31.05.2017

Photo contest Timo Nisula

Photo from our friend Timo Nisula

31.05.2017

4 Must-See Icelandic Towns (That Aren’t Reykjavik)

Iceland is fast becoming one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe and is home to stunning landscapes and amazing natural beauty. The country has a small population (around 330,000) and the capital Reykjavik is the most well-known and travelled city in the country. But there is much more to the country outside of the capital with plenty of smaller towns well worth visiting. If you are heading to Iceland and want to make the most of the entire country, read our list of 4 must-see Icelandic towns outside of Reykjavik.

02.05.2017

Photo contest Mrs Goddard

Photo from our friend Iveta Goddard

25.04.2017

Good to know

Driving in Iceland For many people, Iceland’s main appeal is its dramatic landscapes. Given the lack of public transport, these are often best accessed by car. However, adjusting to driving in ano...

25.04.2017

Dangers of Tourists Parking Their Cars on the Road

Tourists from around the world have been flocking to the highlands of Iceland, as they look to explore the hidden treasures of an isolated North Atlantic island that is home to just 330,000 residents....

02.03.2017

Sand and Ash Protection (SAAP) in Iceland

Sand and Ash Protection (SAAP) in Iceland When travelling to Iceland and renting a car, most people will be asked whether they require Sand and Ash Protection (SAAP) as part of their rental cover....

02.03.2017

Driving in F-Roads in Iceland

Driving on F-Roads in Iceland For most people, Iceland’s highlands are a must-see during their visit. Unlike various other tourist attractions, which are easily accessible, the highlands can only b...

19.01.2017

6 Things To Do in Reykjavik on a Budget

By now, most of us have heard of Iceland’s reputation for being quite expensive. When it comes to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, such as visiting the Blue Lagoon and seeing the Northern Lights, it’d...

19.01.2017

5 Must-See Tourist Attractions in Iceland

In recent years, Iceland has become a hotspot for thrill-seeking tourists and nature lovers. Its capital, Reykjavik, is home to most of the country’s population, and is brimming with nightlife and tre...

22.12.2016

Season greetings

Season greeting and a happy new year

06.12.2016

6 Best Restaurants in Reykjavik to Suit All Budgets

Iceland is a popular hotspot for nature lovers, famed for its dramatic landscapes, which feature volcanoes, geysers and hot springs. It’s also the home of the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights, whic...

26.10.2016

Winner of 2016 summer photo contest

The winner of Orange summer photo contest is Chun Yu Chen and he will receive the cost of his rental refunded! congratulations Chun !!   And here is the winning photo

10.10.2016

Why rent a car in Iceland?

Why rent a car in Iceland? Iceland is becoming a popular tourist destination for the adventurous type, with cheap flights from many European destinations making it easily accessible. It is a country...

10.10.2016

Guide to visiting Iceland

Guide to Visiting Iceland Iceland is a hugely popular destination for tourists looking for that sense of adventure. If you’re thinking of travelling to the country, then you’ll want to read our guid...

28.09.2016

Photo contest Chun- Yu Chen

I would like to participate in the picture event!

18.09.2016

Photo contest Kuab Leng How

Our friend Kuan Leng How did send us this photo from his trip in Iceland

18.09.2016

Photo contest Christina Black

Great photo from our friend Christina Black

10.09.2016

Photo Contest Julia Hagen

Enclosed you find our picture we are hoping to have a chance to win your competition with :)

02.09.2016

Photo Contest Phil Nuttridge

Manmade lights competing with Nature’s lights.

04.08.2016

Photo Contest Marc Lejoly

Great photo from our friend Marc

29.07.2016

Photo Contest Suzie Gannet

Hello you wonderful Orange car rental. We are headed back to you guys on Monday but wanted to send you are pic.

30.06.2016

Photo contest Austin Bell...

Photos from Austin Bell !

24.06.2016

Moulettes in Iceland

Moulettes in Iceland going to the Blue Lagoon. Have a nice trip !

20.06.2016

Our friends Melissa Jack and Megan Sampson

Our friends Melissa Jack and Megan Sampson from Phoenix Usa.

20.06.2016

Our friend Ahsen Ali Tariq from Usa

Our friend Ahsen Ali Tariq from Usa.

20.06.2016

Our friends from Latvia Dmitrijs Filipenoks, Aivars Stanko

Our friends from Latvia Dmitrijs Filipenoks, Aivars Stanko

20.06.2016

Our friend Sara from Canada

Our friend Sara from Canada

20.06.2016

Our friend James Jonatahan..

Our friend James Jonatahan was here

20.06.2016

Our friends Tien and Chen

Our friends Tien and Chen.

20.06.2016

Our friends Chuck and Shae..

Our friends Chuck and Shae on there way to Reykjavík..

20.06.2016

Just married

Just married. Our friends Kyle and Joelle..

20.06.2016

Our friends Lizzie, Emily and Irene..

Our friends Lizzie, Emily and Irene from the USA ...

20.06.2016

Our friends

Our friends at AirBaltic on the way...

20.06.2016

The Duke family

The Duke family on there way home..

20.06.2016

The Parker family

The Parker family on there way to

18.06.2016

Grace Harley and friend

Grace Harley and friend..

19.05.2016

Photo contest

Send us a picture of your Orange rental car in the beautiful Icelandic landscape (even better if you’re in the photo too!) and we will post our favourites on Facebook.

17.05.2016

Midnight sun in Iceland

Enjoy Iceland with us

01.02.2016

Dyrhólaey

Dyrhólaey is about 174 km from Reykjavík city or about 2 1/2 hour drive not so far away from the beautiful little village Vík (the southern most village in Iceland). Dyrhólaey is a small peninsula or promontory but is a former island. The whole area is really interesting and I recommend you spend some time there. I personally could stay there for hours. Simply love this place.

01.02.2016

Petra's rock collection

Guide Friðrik Brekkan was a frequent visitor in Petra´s rock collection. He maintains that Petra is one of the cornerstones of the nation..

29.01.2016

Hornbjarg

Guarded on both sides by spectacular monumental bird cliffs, the Hornvík creek is Iceland's most remote place, and also one of its most beautiful..

28.01.2016

Reykholt

Reykholt is one of Iceland's most notable historical sites. It houses a cultural centre and a church..

27.01.2016

Vestmannaeyjar

Vestmannaeyjar (The Westman Islands) The comparatively recent volcanic origins of this small and scattered group of islands off the southwest coast are clearly visible in their rugged appearance...

27.01.2016

Eldey

Eldey (The Fire Island) is a 77 m high, sheer rock, with an area of 0,03 km² about 15 km south of the Reykjanes Peninsula..

24.01.2016

Þingvellir

No single place epitomizes the history of Iceland and the Icelandic nation better than Þingvellir by the river Öxará.

22.01.2016

Loðmundarfjorður

Loðmundarfjörður, East Fjords, Iceland A remote, uninhabited, but beautiful fjord in the eastern part of Iceland.

22.01.2016

Atlavík

The inlet of Atlavík is beautifully situated on the shores of Lagarfljót..

22.01.2016

Lagarfljót

Lagarfljot is about 140 km. long flood or river, consisting mostly of glacial water. The innermost section forms a lake Lögurinn with a surfasce of 53 m2 .

22.01.2016

Skriðuklaustur

Skriðuklaustur is an ancient manor estate in Fljótsdalur. From 1493 - 1552 a monastery operated there..

21.01.2016

Goðafoss

Goðafoss is in located in river Skjálfandafljót which runs through Bárðardalur and Kinn in Northeast Iceland..

21.01.2016

Ásbyrgi

Ásbyrgi is one of the big wonders of nature, verry wide, horseshoe shaped canyon with sheer cliff faces up to 100 meters high. It is about 3.5 km long and over 1 km wide..

21.01.2016

Hraunfossar

Hraunfossar - Lava Falls- are beautiful and unusual natural phenomena..

20.01.2016

Kerið

If you are traveling in the Grimsnes area in south Iceland you should visit Kerið a volcanic crater lake that is on popular tourist route called the Golden Circle..

20.01.2016

Akureyri

Akureyri is city in northern Iceland. It is Iceland's second largest urban area and fourth largest municipality,with a population of about 18.000..

19.01.2016

Seljavallalaug

Seljavallalaug is a protected 25-metre outdoor pool in southern Iceland. The pool is one of the oldest swimming pools in Iceland and was built in 1923.

19.01.2016

Skaftafell

Skaftafell is renowned in Iceland for its agreeable climate and the sunny days in summer, uncommon in the south of Iceland...

19.01.2016

Lake Mývatn

Lake Mývatn, about 90 kilometers east of Akureyri is Mývatn, Iceland’s fourth largest lake..

17.01.2016

Skógafoss

When driving the ring road in south Iceland a big, beautiful waterfall Skógafoss..

17.01.2016

Watercave/Vatnshellir

Vatnshellir cave is found on Snæfellsnes peninsula and is only accessible on a guided tour.

08.01.2016

Iceland – a Photographer’s paradise

If you’re a photographer you know that there are precious few places left in the world that offer a dramatic and accessible landscape there is at least one such place left and that's Iceland.

07.01.2016

Jökulsárlón

Jökulsárlón is a large glacial lake in southeast Iceland, about 4 hour drive from Reykjavik, on the edge of Vatnajökull National Park. Situated at the head of the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier, it developed into a lake after the glacier started receding from the edge of the Atlantic Ocean. Enjoy Iceland with us.. Orange Car Rental Iceland www.orangecarrental.is

07.01.2016

Golden circle

Driving the Golden Circle is a popular day trip for visitors to Iceland. On the 300km route you wil cover many beautiful landmarks in a short period of time. Enjoy Iceland with us.. Orange Car Rental www.orangecarrental.is

07.01.2016

Blue Lagoon

The Blue Lagoon was formed in 1976 ...

07.01.2016

Star Wars in Iceland

Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader having a blast under the northern lights photo by Arnar Kristjánsson

01.01.2016

Iceland, your cool summer escape

Looking for a fun different place for your vacation? Iceland is probably the place that will surprise you. Days where the sun never sets, hot springs, clean air, great people and nature you will find...

31.12.2015

New year´s eve in Iceland

Happy new year ! We are looking forward to see you :)   Orange Car Rental Iceland www.orangecarrental.is

26.12.2015

Akrafjall west Iceland

Photo by Finnur Andrésson

26.12.2015

Glow in the dark

Northern lights in Akranes, a small village in west of Iceland

10.12.2015

Photo contest 2017

The Photo Contest 2017 under the motto “Orange Cars and Iceland’s landscape” aims to get pictures that represent the Orange Car you have rented, Iceland’s spectacular landscapes, and everything in bet...

02.12.2015

Enjoy Iceland with us

Northern lights