Leaving Akureyri

Days 4-5: Akureyri-Hvammstangi

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October 3rd 2016
We never met the host of our Airbnb room in Akureyri – she always seemed to be out when we were in, and vice versa. It turned out to be in a quiet residential neighbourhood yet only a short walk from the town centre. Last night on late arrival we had very few options for eating, but there were plenty of restaurants to choose from when we walked around in the morning. The first thing that impress ... read more

Europe » Iceland » North

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Settled by Norwegian and Celtic (Scottish and Irish) immigrants during the late 9th and 10th centuries A.D., Iceland boasts the world's oldest functioning legislative assembly, the Althing, established in 930. Independent for over 300 years, Iceland ... ... read more