Rating & Reviews of Reykjavik, Iceland
Average Rating: Very Good (23 Reviews)
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Having traveled to 22 different countries & 35 states, I love to travel. It's great fun to meet local people, experience a taste of their cultures thru art, food ,dancing etc. 
I spent 18 months in Iceland while serving in the military. As polite & diplomatic as I could be (I even learned several icelandic phrases) Most every native in any country is complemented if a tourest makes an effort to learn even a little bit of their native language.  i sadly didnt make a single friend in Iceland. Perhaps there was a lot of anti American military sentiment at the time. Part of Icelands participation in NATO is to host a NAto country's military on there island. The USA has been there for at least 40 years, although the base may be closing soon - too expensive to run. Iceland doesnt have its own military).
 The food was very good - very expensive for an american. The night clubs are big & fun. People arive by taxi & are eligantly dressed. Do not drink & drive, especially in Iceland. First offense is $10 thousand  fine & possible jail time. That explains everyone drinking heavily, but always taking a taxi. Dont take offense if someone bumps into you at a club & doesnt say excuse me. It's really not there custom. Bring a a swim suit and visit the Blue lagoon. Geo-thermal heat keeps it warm year round. If hiking, always stay in a group. Don't venture far. Weather conditions can change rapidly from 65 degrees & sunny to a temp. drop to 35 degrees, 20 knott winds & icy sleet within a few hours.
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Date of Trip to Reykjavik, Iceland:
2000
Cost of your trip:
$500-$1,000
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Business
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