Keflavik probably gets passed by because everyone who arrives at the airport is heading for somewhere else. Most people perhaps never even visit or know what it's like, but the town is only minutes away.
It's pleasant enough and a nice residential area but I suspect it will always fall within the shadow of the airport. It made a great base for my overnight stay and there were a number of restaurants close to where I was staying. Before dinner I went for a walk to see what was there, then after I'd eaten I want back to my luxurious room, which was very basic with access to a shared bathroom. It was great actually and exactly what I'd looked for and I was well pleased with my choice. I wasn't late to bed though. Tomorrow I had to meet my group at 5am at the Meeting Point in Departures and as I lay in bed I wondered what would come next and if the group would be friendly. Would it be enjoyable, would the weather be okay, had I got enough warm clothes, the right camera gear or the right skills?
It was all academic now, of course, because in just a few hours I'd find out, so all I needed to do now was arrive on time. I needed to head to the airport at 4.30am.
TravelerYes too late of course, but in the end I did have everything I needed. On the whole trip I have only used my tripod once so I suspect that could have been left behind.
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IcelandVatnsnes64°0’18” N 22°33’24” W
TravelerA bit late for all those questions and, anyway, since when have you ever doubted that you have all the correct equipment/clothes with you?
TravelerYes too late of course, but in the end I did have everything I needed. On the whole trip I have only used my tripod once so I suspect that could have been left behind.