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From Seydisfjordur it is easy to take a bus to all major destinations in Iceland. The trip from Seydisfjordur to Reykjavík takes about 8–9 hours and from Seydisfjordur to Akureyri about 5–6 hours. For more information contact:
tel.: +354-472-1551, email: ferdamenning@sfk.is, website: www.sfk.is
Also available is a great variety of high-quality seafood. Shopping hours are Mon Fri 09:00-18:00, Sat from 10:00 to 13:00/14:00/15:00 or 16:00. Some supermarkets are open to 21:00 seven days a week.
When travelling to Iceland you should bring along lightweight woollens, a sweater or cardigan, a rainproof (weatherproof) coat and sturdy walking shoes. Travellers who are camping or heading into the interior will need warm underwear and socks, rubber boots and a warm sleeping bag.
Visitors with disabilities can make travelling in Iceland fairly easy by planning their vacation in advance. They may also find it necessary to travel with a companion, for although there are many hotels and restaurants accessible to people with disabilities, they do not always provide full assistance.
The coastal ferry Baldur is accessible to people with disabilities. All airlines flying to and from Iceland are equipped to accommodate travellers with disabilities. A few domestic buses equipped for wheelchair users are available for special tours upon request. For accessible hotels and tourist attractions, see www.sjalfsbjorg.is
2007 Temperature Averages in Celsius (Centigrade):
| Reykjavik |
Akureyri | |
|
January |
0.6 |
-1.5 |
|
February |
0.7 |
-2.1 |
|
March |
2.2 |
2.0 |
|
April |
5.2 |
4.9 |
|
May |
6.0 |
4.5 |
|
June |
10.7 |
10.7 |
|
July |
12.8 |
10.7 |
|
August |
11.0 |
10.0 |
|
September |
7.9 |
7.2 |
|
October |
5.8 |
5.1 |
|
November |
3.1 |
1.2 |
|
December |
1.3 |
0.8 |
|
2007 |
5.5 |
4.5 |
Direct calls can be made to all parts of Iceland.The code into Iceland from overseas is +354 + seven-digit number. Direct long-distance calls can be made to Europe and the USA by dialling 00 plus the country code, and the telephone number you wish to reach.
Mobile phones– Gsm: There are four GSM operators in Iceland: Siminn, Vodafone, TAL and Nova. These telephone companies all sell pre-paid GSM phone cards and offer GSM/GPRS services. Pre-paid cards are available at petrol stations around the country. GSM phones may be rented from Iceland Telecom, Ármúli 27, Reykjavík.
| 2009 | 2010 | |
| New Year´s Day |
Jan 1 |
Jan 1 |
|
Maundy Thursday |
Apr 9 |
Apr 1 |
|
Good Friday |
Apr 10 |
Apr 2 |
|
Easter Sunday |
Apr 12 |
Apr 4 |
|
Easter Monday |
Apr 13 |
Apr 5 |
|
First Day of summer |
Apr 23 |
Apr 22 |
|
Labour Day |
May 1 |
May 1 |
|
Ascension Day |
May 21 |
May 13 |
|
White Sunday |
May 31 |
May 23 |
|
White Monday |
Jun 1 |
May 24 |
|
National Day |
Jun 17 |
Jun 17 |
|
Bank Holiday Monday |
Aug 3 |
Aug 2 |
|
Christmas Eve |
Dec 24 |
Dec 24 |
|
Christmas Day |
Dec 25 |
Dec 25 |
Icelanders enjoy a healthy life, thanks to clean air and water and good quality fish. Water is safe to drink throughout Iceland. Pharmacies are called “Apótek” and are open during normal business hours.
Medical help: There is a medical centre or hospital in all major cities and towns in Iceland.
Emergency: The 24-hour emergency phone number in Iceland is 112. See also http://www.safetravel.is
Health insurance: Citizens of Scandinavia must show their passport in the event of a medical emergency. Citizens of EEA countries must have the European Health Insurance Card (EU-card), otherwise the patient will be charged in full. The EU-card replaces the E-111 form and ensures the same rights. Citizens of other countries will be charged in full. For further information contact the State Social Security Institute, Laugavegur 114, IS-105 ReykjavíkTel.: +354-560-4400/560-4460.
Office hours: 08:05–15:30.
Vaccinations: Vaccinations are not required.
The fare is ISK 1,700 one way for adults, ISK 850 one way for children 12-15 years and free of charge for children 0-11 years.Airport Taxes: The cab fare to Reykjavík for a four-passenger taxi is approximately ISK 10,000.
