All Good Things
Two weeks goes fast. No doubt about that. You know what they say about all good things.
Even though I was in Iceland a good amount of time, I only got a chance to scratch the surface. If I ever come back, there are some things I'd like to do I didn't this time --- drive the ring road, maybe do some whale watching --- so we'll see.
But while here I learned the following:
So that's pretty much it. There's a contact me page next, so feel free to send me an email if you have questions about any of this.
Even though I was in Iceland a good amount of time, I only got a chance to scratch the surface. If I ever come back, there are some things I'd like to do I didn't this time --- drive the ring road, maybe do some whale watching --- so we'll see.
But while here I learned the following:
- You'll walk a lot. I mean, a lot. I walked The center of Reykjavik isn't made for a lot of driving, and Laugavegur, the main shopping street, is a narrow thoroughfare that goes one way. That's a real hassle when night falls and the party people come out. So bring some comfy shoes and takes lots of breaks if you need.
- That walking comes in handy because there are pastries and bread everywhere. And it's all good. It's like heaven for sweets lovers, but I only had a few tastes. I didn't know I had such willpower.
- City buses are a great, cheap way to see the area. The photo at the top of this page was taken at Mosfellsbær, the last stop on Bus 15. The 90-minute round trip took me through the city and suburbs, with lakes and mountains visible much of the way. While I didn't do this, I'm told there are lots of walking trails in Mosfellsbær. You can buy a bus pass (up to three days) or 10 bus tickets for about $30 USD. I got the tickets. I also took the No, 1 and 11 buses, but neither was a picturesque as the No. 15
- There are several tourism departments in the city center, and they're all very helpful.
- If you book a tour, remember it could be cancelled due to bad weather. Ask the tour operator what happens in the event of cancellation (can you get your money back? re-booking only?)
- Renting a car is very expensive. Figure $100 a day for something comfortable (that's while insurance, fees). Gas (petrol) costs are very high.
- Taxi's are plentiful, and very expensive. Do you see a theme?
- I may have said this already, but it bears repeating. Buy your liquor and wine at the duty free and bring it in. You'll be glad you did. I checked out the government run store and almost chocked when I saw a bottle of Jim Beam for $65 (holly schnikes!!!!!!!!) Of course, check and make sure how much you can bring in.
So that's pretty much it. There's a contact me page next, so feel free to send me an email if you have questions about any of this.