Last day here in Reykjavik

Last day here in Reykjavik 

Up early and had breakfast before a walk to the Vesturbaer City Pool. This pool is located about 1K from our hotel and was an easy walk. We were accompanied on this walk by very big wet snowflakes. 

The Vesturbaer City Pool is smaller than the pool we went to yesterday. Yet it has all one needs. There is a 25 meter lap pool, large soaking pool (hot pot) with a couple of very strong water jets, 38-40C - 40-42C and a 8-12C soaking pools, as well as a steam room and sauna. This pool also had nice lockers and changing area.  Same procedure applies to all pools, nude shower before entering. 

We seem to enjoy the 38-40C hot pots. These provide such a relaxing experience, I felt like I had just had a massage upon leaving. 

YES THERE IS A PYLSUR (hot dog) STAND NEAR THE ENTRANCE. Sadly it was not open. We will still have a chance to get one at the airport.  

We made our way back to the room and are drying things out and doing final packing. Then we will be taking the FlyBus to the airport. Thus the journey home begins. 

We had a great trip enjoying this city and it’s friendly people. We are very much looking forward to our return to Iceland this Summer,  during which we will see and explore more of the country side. 

MORE RANDOM THOUGHTS: 

We did not use any Taxi Cabs and did not see a lot of them around. My speculation is there will be many available at the big cruise port. 

Learning the National Geographic Explorer will dock in the Old Harbor is welcome news to us. We really like this area. 

The Reykjavik Marina Hotel is a great place. Excellent location for walking about the core of the Old Town area. Great rooms, great breakfast, very nice bar, WIFI, etc etc. 

For those visiting here remember things are expensive. Locals do not eat out often due to expense, and when they are going out drinking they pre load at home before going out, simply due to the cost. 

Icelandic wool items are easily found in many shops, a nice sweater will cost $200 plus. Hats will cost $20-$30. 

Make sure one get at least one Hot Dog during your visit. 

When your cruise line try to sell you water for your day in Iceland don’t bother. The water here is pure and excellent. 

Soggy Moose will be on the Road Again in a couple of weeks stay tuned. 

Visit a City Pool. Here is where we mixed with the locals and had enjoyable conversations.