Book description
Whether you want to soak in a hot spring, experience Reykjavik nightlife, or hike glaciers, the local Fodor's travel experts in Iceland are here to help! Fodor's Essential Iceland 1st edition is part of the award-winning Fodor's Essential series recognized by Booklist as the "Best Travel Guide in 2019." This guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.This BRAND-NEW Iceland guide has been designed with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. GET INSPIRED AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on the best waterfalls, craft beer, and museums COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS for the best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more ILLUSTRATED FEATURES on Iceland's musicians past and present, as well as Icelandic mythology GET PLANNING MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time SPECIAL FEATURES on how to save money in this expensive country, and guides to the country's fascinating wildlife and geology. BEST ROAD TRIPS in Iceland has an entire chapter dedicated to it COVERS: Reykjavik, the Highlands, the Blue Lagoon, the East and West Fjords, the Golden Circle, Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Snæfellsjökull National Park, and more GET GOING MORE THAN 20 DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULLOUT MAP to navigate confidently TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS on when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography, mythology, and more LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems ICELANDIC LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases Planning on visiting other Nordic destinations? Check out Fodor's Essential Norway and Fodor's Essential Scandinavia. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us! IMPORTANT NOTE: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images and the pull out map included in the physical edition.
Little Cobra
Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to connect. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Snow Hound
With this app, I can devour books like never before – it's incredibly efficient. 💪 Achieving double wins – workouts become invigorating with stories to fuel my motivation! 💪🎧 📚 Ironing has become a joy with audiobooks – wrinkles are no match for these captivating stories! 👗🎧 With this app, every moment becomes an opportunity to indulge in fantastic stories. The controls, layout, and seamless playback are a reader's dream. 📚🎧 ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for immersive listening in any environment.
Twinkle
This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. ListenBook's compatibility with a wide array of audio formats makes it my ultimate audiobook companion. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
Cream
🏝️🎧 Soaking up the sun while indulging in beach reads – this app is my ultimate relaxation companion. 🏖️📚 ListenBook's user-friendly interface and quick access to chapters enhance my overall listening experience. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a fun and convenient way to share the magic of storytelling with friends and family, sparking meaningful discussions. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
FireBrang
Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! Adjustable playback speed and volume controls are excellent. Easy sharing with friends via AirDrop. Very convenient. The app’s design is sleek and modern. ListenBook is my favorite audiobook player.
The Belgian
The app's design is sleek and modern – it's a pleasure to navigate. This app is a lifesaver! I can now enjoy my favorite books on the go. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's design is a true delight.
Crazy Eights
The customer support team is responsive and always ready to assist. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve ever used. The app is packed with features like customizable skip intervals, playback speed, and sleep timers. The interface is clean and easy to navigate, making it a joy to use. Five stars! This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
IdeaAlchemy
Sharing audiobooks with friends is a breeze thanks to ListenBook Pro's AirDrop and sharing options. Spread the joy of a good story! ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a game-changer. Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time. Not the best audiobook I've heard but far from the worst. The production quality was good and there were no major issues with the narration.
RedFeet
Audiobooks have become a cherished part of my daily life, all thanks to this app. Binaural audio processing really helps reduce listening fatigue. Great feature! The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting. Middle-of-the-road experience. The audiobook was fine—good narration, decent story—but it didn’t leave a lasting impression. If you’re looking for something low-commitment, this works.
King Bass
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. 🚶♂️🌟 Strolling through captivating narratives has never been easier – this app's intuitive controls make audiobook listening a delight. 🎧🏞️
Gold Dahlia
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. Thanks to ListenBook, I'm now exploring different genres and formats I never thought I would. Looping playback has made memorization so much easier. I'm acing my exams!
Ember Rope
🛌 Indulging in soothing bedtime stories – this app is my nightly retreat into imagination. 🌙📚 I love the variety of themes available. It makes the app feel personalized.
Delicious
I love that ListenBook offers both basic and advanced features, catering to all types of users. No need to convert files anymore – ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me!
WanderWord
The sleep timer is a brilliant addition – I drift off to sleep with amazing stories. ListenBook's user-friendly interface and powerful features have rekindled my love for audiobooks. The audio filters and precise controls are fantastic! An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Trigger Warming
I'm in awe of how this app has brought new dimensions to my reading experience. 🧘♀️☕ Savoring moments of tranquility with a cup of tea and captivating tales! 🍵📖
Moonflower
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook journey, making it more enjoyable and convenient than ever before. ListenBook's commitment to providing top-notch audio quality has taken my audiobook experience to a new level. Audiobook enthusiasts, rejoice! This app is your new best friend. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Acid Gosling
ListenBook has redefined my audiobook experience. It's a true companion for all my literary adventures. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
Foot-long Fry
Audiobooks have become a staple in my routine, all thanks to this app's seamless integration and user-friendly design. It's a must-have for any book lover. 📖📱 Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to spread the joy of storytelling. A fun feature! Supports all my playlists and bookmarks perfectly. ListenBook’s audio filters are great. The app provides a high-quality listening experience. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
Plenty Orange
With this app, I've found a way to make my daily errands more enjoyable and intellectually stimulating. 🌌 Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. 🎧✨ Tone adjustment is so cool. It's like customizing the reader's voice to my liking. ListenBook has become an essential part of my routine. It's more than an app – it's a companion. The narrator's voice was like butter - smooth, rich, and utterly pleasant to listen to for hours. They handled complex sentences with ease, making even dense material accessible. I never had to rewind because I missed something due to unclear delivery. Perfection!
Ex0tic
I've fallen in love with literature all over again, thanks to this incredible app. I can't imagine my daily routine without ListenBook's intuitive layout and easy-to-access controls. The customizable controls and playback options cater perfectly to different audiobook preferences. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, becoming an indispensable companion for various activities. Its user-friendly interface, features, and performance make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. With features like auto-rewind, I never lose my place when I pause listening.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience