Iceland - Day 3 Reykjavik

First day trip to Icelands city, started at the church Hallgrimskirkja, the Vikin Maritime Museum (was hoping for more, it was interesting learning about women's role in the fishing industry but could have been more involved with actual ships) , according to Google the best hot dog stand Bæjarins Beztu Pylsur (they are great, just get everything on it), photography museum at the Reykjavík City Library (6th floor), and the coolest building I have been in here, the Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre.

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Iceland - Highlights and information

I have now been back for a few days and figured I should summarize my Icelandic findings a little more concise. Quick what I learned, found out to be helpful, places to go, eye masks ( they are really important), and other nuggets as I think of them. Logan Airport Terminal E - is great, I always like flying out of Logan, water bottle filling stations not crappy water fountains or super hot bathroom water ( more on this at KEF). Easy to get to, fast security and over all comfortable Wow AIR - http://wowair.us/ They are a new and small fleet airline that get low prices by up charging you for actually selecting a seat, ( you get a seat but if you want one next to your partner then you pay or they just give you a seat when you check in. They charge for water and all snacks on the plane so stock up in the airport before boarding. They are definitely a good option for an affordable flight from BOS to KEF. Your going to get emails about APIS & ESTA if you are traveling from the US as ...

Iceland - Day 11 Glymur

The parking area for glymur is called Botnsdalur, from there it is a moderate hike up. Not a hard hike but tons of shear cliffs and loose rocks leading to a cliff. It is so worth it though, climb up to the top and you can traverse the glacial stream ( barefoot) and then climb down the other ridge. It is now time to pack as it is wheels up from KEF tomorrow afternoon.

Off to iceland

Planning is done? Tickets are booked, places to stay are all set and now I wait until it is time to go. I plan on trying to blog a bit while there and will fix in post. If you are planning on going and have not already found this site, check it out. I have read many of the posts and they seem great and full of information http://www.iheartreykjavik.net/2015/01/parking-in-reykjavik/ I will report back on the usefulness of the articles and post I have read from I Heart Reykjavik

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