Reykjavik Nutz and Bolts

The Basics

City Name: Reykjavik
Where is it located?: Reykjavik sits in the southwestern corner of Iceland.
Why do people go there?: Thumping Reykjavik rages seven days a week – if you had practically no darkness for months, you would too! The prices are as breathtaking as the famous landscape that surrounds it, but Reykjavik is known for friendly locals, outrageous parties with the Beautiful People and modern and healthy living.
How do travelers get there?: Travelers generally fly on their way to – or from – London or the eastern coast of the United States.
Currency: Icelandic krona (ISK)
City Code: n/a
Other phone tips:
Population: 114000
Languages: Icelandic, but many people also speak English

Travel Information

Neighborhoods:
Attractions: Nightlife, National Museum, Old Town
Accommodations: http://www.bootsnall.com/hostels/eu/ice/reyk/, http://www.cheaphotellinks.com/eu/ice/reykjavik/
Tourist Office: The Icelandic Tourist Board, Ferðamálaráð Íslands, Lækjargata 3, 101 Reykjavik, Telephone: +354 535 5500, Fax: +354 535 550, Email: info@icetourist.is, http://www.icetourist.is/
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Tips for Visiting

When to go: The summer is the best time to visit Iceland, as everything is open and bus lines are running. Many sights and accommodation options close down in September and don’t re-open until late Spring.
Common Phrases: Yes = Ja, No = Neitun, Please = Þóknast, Thank you = Þakka þú, Do you speak English? = Gera þú tala Englendingar?
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How to get around?: Bus it baby!
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