TRAVELERS’ CHECKS

In May and June, expect temperatures in the 50s and prepare for wind and rain. If you plan on tackling any type of rougher terrain on foot, a pair of hiking boots is helpful and recommended. For more information, check out inspiredbyiceland.com, visiticeland.is and visitreykjavik.is. To schedule your Iceland getaway through WOW, check out wowair.us. Credit and debit cards are accepted virtually everywhere, but it never hurts to have some Icelandic krona on hand for smaller transactions. The exchange rate against the U.S. dollar in mid-July was about 107 ISK to one USD. Be mindful of parking in Reykjavik. City parking is free after 6 p.m. However, local police strictly enforce parking violations. Tickets ranging from $10 to 30 USD are payable at any local bank. Expect to spend significantly more than at home on food and gas. The standard price of a sandwich at Subway will set you back about $10 and a cup of coffee about $3 to $4. Travelers wanting to save money on the road should check out the network of discount grocery stores across the country, including Bonus. Because Iceland is rich in natural hot springs, think about tracking down the many free hot springs spread throughout the country. A nice list can be found at goiceland. com/blog/hot-springs-iniceland. If you want to catch a glimpse of the northern lights, plan on going no earlier than September. Tent Camping is an option for those doing a self-drive tour. Be respectful of local laws and stick to organized campgrounds to be safe.