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Travel Around Iceland   by Jill N. Truong

About the county

Officially recognized as the Republic of Iceland, is situated in northwestern Europe. It comprises of the island of Iceland and its outlying tiny islands in the northern Atlantic Ocean between Greenland, Norway, Scotland, Ireland, and also the Faroe Islands. Iceland’s glassy glaciers, hot thermal springs, spectacular geysers, active volcanoes, lava fields, stunning waterfalls and snow-capped mountains, indeed makes it the original ‘land of fire and ice’.

Iceland can be a really significant island with a special landscape which is rugged and colorful with black lava, red sulfur, hot blue geysers, rivers, waterfalls, bays, fjords and green valley. The capital of Iceland is Reykjavík which is in addition the biggest city of Iceland. Nearly half of Iceland’s population lives around Reykjavík. The common tourist attractions are centered also centered on this city. The most famous attraction is Gullfoss double-tiered waterfall that is set off with a brilliant rainbow and hot springs of Geysir.

Males and females might wonder what one can do in Iceland. In case you hear the list you will be amazed that there are so a great deal of things to do and see here. From watching whales to chic fine dining, hiking, seeing Europe’s largest glacier Vatnajokull, fishing in rivers, equestrian, rafting, exploring the landscape on a snow scooter, shopping designing wear, Summer Solstice Festival, go to island of Grimsey to cross the Arctic Circle, visit medieval farm at Stong and what not, the list is endless.

Population & Languages

The populace of Iceland is only 299,388 and the official language being spoken is Icelandish. English, Nordic languages, German are also widely spoken.

Electricity

The voltage is 220 V along with the frequency is 50 Hz. The types of plugs used are Round pin attachment plug and “”Schuko”" plug and receptacle with side grounding contacts.

Geographic Location

It is located in northwestern Europe. It contains the island of Iceland and its outlying tiny islands inside the northern Atlantic Ocean between Greenland, Norway, Scotland, Ireland, as well as the Faroe Islands. It is strategically situated between Greenland and Europe

Climate

The climate of Iceland may be defined as temperate with damp and cool summers and mild and windy winters. The highest temperature recorded was 30.5°C (86.9°F) on 22 June 1939 at Teigarhorn. The lowest temperature ever recorded was -38°C (-36.4°F) on 22 January 1918 at Grímsstaðir and Möðrudalur.

Local Customs

Like any other country Iceland features its own customs too and normal courtesies ought to be followed. Handshaking is customary. Visitors are invited to homes when on a company trip and normal courtesies ought to be observed. The people pay careful attention to their appearance and, as for the majority of Western countries, casual wear is widely acceptable. Service charges are included within the bills more often than not and tips are not expected.

Attractions
Reykjavik Attractions – Hallgrimskirkja Church, National Museum of Iceland, Botanical Gardens and the Einar Jónsson Museum

Travel

By Air – The national airline of Iceland is Icelandair which operates to numerous internationsl destinations such as Amsterdam, Baltimore, Boston, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Glasgow, Halifax, London, Minneapolis, Orlando, Oslo, Paris, Stockholm and Washington, plus other destinations within the summertime only. Other international airlines operating from Iceland include Air Greenland ( website: http://www.airgreenland.gl) and Iceland Express ( site: http://www.icelandexpress.com).

Other, predominantly Scandinavian, carriers also operate services. Some airlines like Condor and Corsai, operate flights during the summer. Flights also operate to the Faroe Islands and Greenland during the summertime. Major airport is Keflavik International Airport (KEF) located at 31 miles south of Reykjavik.

Duty Free Items
1. 200 cigarettes or 250g of other tobacco products
2. 1 liter spirits and 1 liter wine, or 1 liter spirits and 6 liter beer; or 1 liter wine and 6 liter beer; or 2.25 liter wine
3. Foodstuffs up to 3kg not exceeding kr13,000
4. Permits from Post & Telecom Authorities are needed for cordless phones, remote determines or radio transmitters. It’s not needed for a GSM cellphone

Prohibited Items

Un-canned goods, meat or dairy products, Narcotics, pornography, firearms, ammunition, weapons, eggs, plants, endangered species, fireworks and alcoholic beverages that contain more than sixty per cent alcohol.

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