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xhaloboyx
Amok. Goonswarm Federation
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Posted - 2015.01.24 23:20:34 -
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I dont consider myself a "travel savvy" person. I travel everywhere in the US by car. I refuse to take buses(they are like dumpsters here in NY) and I rarely utilize subways. So needless to say, I rarely take flights anywhere. The last time I bought a plane ticket was in 2008 to return home from school in FL. So I have no idea what I am doing or what to expect come March, when I depart JFK (via Iceland air) and land in Reykjavik for the first time in another country. I have my Fanfest ticket and my passport set up already, and my flight was booked with my hotel, from Travelocity. I know I dont need a travel Visa and will be notifying my bank(and job) of my departure. I will be staying at Hotel Odinsve which I personally thought looked great. I will be walking from Reykjavik Airport to the hotel and from the hotel to Harpa each day. Then I will walk from the hotel back to the airport on my last day. My question is what do I need for this trip? I know I need an outlet adapter and winter clothes for starters. I will only be bringing a small amount of Krona with me as well. But do I print out my plane ticket and when do I get my Fanfest ticket(Im assuming they hand them out there???)?Like I said I haven't bought a plane ticket in 7+ years, so when I bought it off Travelosity there was a confirmation email/receipt but no information on where my ticket is. The email just says "your reservation is booked" and reminds me to bring my passport. For my Fanfest ticket, I bought the Fanfest 2015 Early Bird Ticket and I am aware that you must buy other tickets for the other events(like pub crawl). Well seeing as I have never been to Iceland or even outside the US, I dont know what events are the best or what else I need for the trip. I dont plan on going to the Blue Lagoon or swimming/hiking, so the expedition options are out of the question this time around. I am mainly looking to just observe the culture and interact with the international community, within the capital. I will be there from the 18th(at 7am local time) to the 22nd. So I do have a full day before Fanfest, to look at the EVE monument and explore the capital. Another problem I am worried about is the food. I am an extremely picky eater but I LOVE hot dogs, or do they call them "Frankfurters" there? I bring up the hot dogs because I heard they are the best in the world in Iceland. But I also heard that mostly fermented food is a delicacy in Iceland. A delicacy which I would rather not be a part of/ be an offense to. I pretty much eat what the stereotypical American eats, fat, sugar and cooked beef. I am not sure what places there are to eat at in Iceland and I dont intend to pay tourist inflated prices to "feel" like im eating at home. All I really want to know about the food is what is best to eat without it being rotting shark fin(I will eat the smoked lamb/samon and try most seafoods). I think that pretty much covers my concerns. I get along very well with people, and am physically/navigationally capable of taking care of myself while im there. My priorities are getting advise on where the plane tickets are(Do I get them at the gate?) and if they give out your Fanfest tickets WHEN you get to the Harpa center? I really appreciate any responses for my first time out of the country, and sorry for the wall of text. |
Zaphod Beeblebroxxxx
PCG Enterprises
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Posted - 2015.01.25 14:11:41 -
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Iceland air let you book in 48hrs (could be 24hrs) before you fly so you can print your own tickets off before you fly, Just print all your beer crawl / fanfest recipes off that is your ticket till you get to the harpa.
Book the flybus its cheap as chips as the airport is something like 30 odd miles away (it isn't the one in reykjavik on google maps) so walking is out of the question. |
Grozen
Deep Core Mining Inc. Caldari State
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Posted - 2015.01.25 14:26:23 -
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The #1 most important tip anyone could ever give you is never EVER stay at a hostel when traveling
knowledge is power.
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xhaloboyx
Amok. Goonswarm Federation
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Posted - 2015.01.26 02:43:07 -
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Zaphod Beeblebroxxxx wrote:Iceland air let you book in 48hrs (could be 24hrs) before you fly so you can print your own tickets off before you fly, Just print all your beer crawl / fanfest recipes off that is your ticket till you get to the harpa.
Book the flybus its cheap as chips as the airport is something like 30 odd miles away (it isn't the one in reykjavik on google maps) so walking is out of the question. I just noticed the flight is to Reykjavik (KEF) Airport so yea it is about 37 miles and I will need to take a fly-bus to the hotel. This is why I need help LOL. Thank you so much, otherwise that would have been a LONG walk.
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Katabrok First
Apukaray Security
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Posted - 2015.01.26 17:45:39 -
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Grozen wrote:The #1 most important tip anyone could ever give you is never EVER stay at a hostel when traveling I'm Brazilian, I went to fanfest 2013, and I booked in at an hostel, really close to Harpa. Great experience at a great price, had no problems while staying there. I'm coming back this year and I'll stay there again. Of course experiences may change, but I think that never is too much...
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ISD Tipene
ISD STAR
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Posted - 2015.01.26 20:06:14 -
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Odinsve was my 2nd fanfest hotel and one of my favourites. In terms of your other questions, people have already answered that you need good legs to walk from the Keflavik airport to Reykjavik :) The flybus is a pretty cheap way of getting there and also a good way of meeting your fellow Eve players, but taxis are an alternative (best to share if you find a group at the airport).
Registration is handled at Harpa usually the first day of the fanfest. It's just a matter of taking your email with ref number and ID to a desk with a friendly CCP staff member will sort you out on all passes bought. If you have a pub crawl pass as well for example they will sort you out at the time. If you're looking for good quality food though Nonnis is the place to be and you'll find other CCP staff and FF attendees there at all times of the day.
There is a hot dog stand near Harpa that all tourist guides rave about (personally not into hot dogs but it always seems busy). If you like your red meat though expect to pay a premium, things in Iceland can get quite expensive. On the subject of money you will find that you don't need that much cash as everywhere down to the vending machines uses cards. |
xhaloboyx
Amok. Goonswarm Federation
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Posted - 2015.01.28 06:54:38 -
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ISD Tipene wrote:Odinsve was my 2nd fanfest hotel and one of my favourites. In terms of your other questions, people have already answered that you need good legs to walk from the Keflavik airport to Reykjavik :) The flybus is a pretty cheap way of getting there and also a good way of meeting your fellow Eve players, but taxis are an alternative (best to share if you find a group at the airport).
Registration is handled at Harpa usually the first day of the fanfest. It's just a matter of taking your email with ref number and ID to a desk with a friendly CCP staff member will sort you out on all passes bought. If you have a pub crawl pass as well for example they will sort you out at the time. If you're looking for good quality food though Nonnis is the place to be and you'll find other CCP staff and FF attendees there at all times of the day.
There is a hot dog stand near Harpa that all tourist guides rave about (personally not into hot dogs but it always seems busy). If you like your red meat though expect to pay a premium, things in Iceland can get quite expensive. On the subject of money you will find that you don't need that much cash as everywhere down to the vending machines uses cards. Excellent! Thanks. I think most of my questions were answered. My girlfriend says that as I get closer to the date, my tickets will be printable. Like I said, I havent flown in a long time, so I dont remember when I get my flight tickets. You guys have really been giving me pointers! Im just looking to absorb as much time into the trip as possible. I still dont know which events to pick. |
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CCP Claymore
C C P C C P Alliance
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Posted - 2015.01.29 16:03:41 -
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Take the flybus from the airport! It is a great service, clean, reliable, and cheap. I would say avoid taxi at all cost if you can, if you do not get a full taxi of people it will cost you a fortune compared to the flybus.
There are loads of places you can get good food from and none of it is fermented or the head of another animal. Nonnas is kinda like subway....but better, same with Hjollabattar. Bulan is like the Mcdonalds of Iceland, there is one 2 minutes from Harpa, but there are loads of places that sell great burgers and stuff like that. You will find something you like.
Also, everyone here speaks English and everyone I have met so far is really nice, so do not be afraid to ask the locals.
Quality Assurance Analyst
Team Game of Drones
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Katabrok First
Apukaray Security
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Posted - 2015.01.29 16:22:35 -
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The only person that I met while in Iceland who didn't know English was a city bus driver, who scolded me for not embarking with the correct amount of change to pay my fare. I think that was what happened, he looked at me slightly pissed off, I think... |
DaReaper
Net 7
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Posted - 2015.01.29 17:36:23 -
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This will be my second trip to fan fest, me and the wife are flying out of denver and landing monday in iceland. This year as we are staying a week, we rented a car.
Last time i went was in 07, the location and some of the hotels were different but these shoudl still hold.
The fly bus was not a bad way to travel, it took about an hour and 1/2 to reach hotel cabin (the hotel we were at in 07) the ride was comfortable. And on the way back on sunday, the shuttle picked you up form the hotel so its convinant.
Depending on where your hotel is, you should be able to walk to harpa, we walked to the old fan fest venue and it was a peaceful walk, even got a chance to chat with other people walking.
The food in iceland is expensive, be very aware of that. Prices have changed but one of the times my wife and i went out to eat, we would up paying $85 for a burger, lamb steak and two drinks. So make sure you have money.
The people were friendly, we got lost the first day, and once i said 'hi' i'm lost do you know where this is?" i got blank looks then i said "um... do you know where eve fan fest is?" and about 10 people at the same time all went "OH CCP eve fanfest?!?! yea its over there" was rather funny.
We went in oct.. and it was COLD. I'm assuming by weather patterns it will be a little warmer, but not sure how much. I recommend cold weather clothing just in case (and if you are like me and weigh 120 pounds when wet, bring LOTS of layers.)
The tap water my wife swears is one of the best she has ever had.
anyway, just go have a good time. Make sure you are at the airport really early, international flights have added security. and make sure your pass port is ready to go.
OMG Comet Mining idea!!! Comet Mining!
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xhaloboyx
Amok. Goonswarm Federation
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Posted - 2015.01.30 00:21:39 -
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CCP Claymore wrote:Take the flybus from the airport! It is a great service, clean, reliable, and cheap. I would say avoid taxi at all cost if you can, if you do not get a full taxi of people it will cost you a fortune compared to the flybus.
There are loads of places you can get good food from and none of it is fermented or the head of another animal. Nonnas is kinda like subway....but better, same with Hjollabattar. Bulan is like the Mcdonalds of Iceland, there is one 2 minutes from Harpa, but there are loads of places that sell great burgers and stuff like that. You will find something you like.
Also, everyone here speaks English and everyone I have met so far is really nice, so do not be afraid to ask the locals. AWESOME! Thanks. I think that pretty much covers the food places then.
DaReaper wrote:This will be my second trip to fan fest, me and the wife are flying out of denver and landing monday in iceland. This year as we are staying a week, we rented a car.
Last time i went was in 07, the location and some of the hotels were different but these shoudl still hold........
This is good information. Coming from NY, I am used to expensive food and definitely the most expensive cab rides in the world. So i'll buff my bank account for food purchases.The hotel Odinsve where I am staying, is approx 3/4 of a mile from Harpa so that is a cake walk for me to get to Fanfest. Now the fact that you mentioned you weigh about 120 lbs is hilarious, as that is my exact weight. I'll make sure to prep for winter wear. JFK has a pretty strict, but faster than most security screening, so I'll be waiting for the flight way before it departs. |
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CCP Explorer
C C P C C P Alliance
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Posted - 2015.01.30 13:08:10 -
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I have a series on twitter: https://twitter.com/search?f=realtime&q=%22Coming%20to%20%23evefanfest%22%20%22%40CCP_Explorer%22&src=typd
Erlendur S. Thorsteinsson | Senior Development Director | EVE Online // CCP Games | @CCP_Explorer
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Chingy Chonga
Ministry of War Amarr Empire
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Posted - 2015.01.30 16:43:55 -
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It is quite fitting that you would do that series. |
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CCP Explorer
C C P C C P Alliance
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Posted - 2015.01.30 17:24:00 -
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xhaloboyx wrote:I will be walking from Reykjavik Airport to the hotel and from the hotel to Harpa each day. Then I will walk from the hotel back to the airport on my last day. No, you will be landing in and leaving from Keflav+¡k International Airport, not Reykjav+¡k Domestic Airport. I marked both airports in my map for reference. Keflav+¡k International Airport is 50 km / 31 miles from Reykjav+¡k.
Erlendur S. Thorsteinsson | Senior Development Director | EVE Online // CCP Games | @CCP_Explorer
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Makoto Priano
Priano Trans-Stellar State Services Ishuk-Raata Enforcement Directive
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Posted - 2015.01.30 18:08:08 -
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Oooh! Thanks for the map, Explorer! By the way-- when we discussed pools last, you'd mentioned Laugardalslaug as your recommendation, but I'd been eyeing Sundh+¦llin; I assume Laugardalslaug is the better facility, but Sundh+¦llin would suffice for some basic swim training?
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Equto
Imperium Technologies Evictus.
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Posted - 2015.01.30 23:27:36 -
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I don't know of many breakfast places in Iceland and often the "buffets" at your hotel is little more than cereal. However I have found the Laundromat cafe to be a great place to both grab a bite to eat and to meet other capsuleers. It can be a little pricey at times however it has been great every time I have eaten there and you get a lot of food for you money. It also helps that, like everyone I have met in iceland so far, the staff are nice people. |
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CCP Avalon
C C P C C P Alliance
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Posted - 2015.01.31 21:26:21 -
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And now with links & food advice.
Bus services from Keflavik airport CCP Explorer's "Coming to Fanfest" series Fanfest FAQ (regarding tickets etc.)
I too am a picky eater, but I've always found something in the following places (all with locations down town):
Couple of locations that are not down town, but might require reservation, get my recommendation as well; Roadhouse & Fabrikkan. At Roadhouse the burger 'The Empire State' is my choice, and 'Animal Park' at Fabrikkan are my burgers of choice.
Plenty of bars down town double as restaurants during the day or up until 9pm. I don't expect anyone to be too upset should you ask them whether they serve food, when you're in doubt.
If you're craving snacks or fruit, you might want to make a trip to a market (that isn't 10-11). There are two very close to the CCP office, and another in the opposing direction from downtown. CCP Explorer's map has these locations marked in!
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CCP Explorer
C C P C C P Alliance
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Posted - 2015.01.31 22:18:12 -
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Makoto Priano wrote:Oooh! Thanks for the map, Explorer! By the way-- when we discussed pools last, you'd mentioned Laugardalslaug as your recommendation, but I'd been eyeing Sundh+¦llin; I assume Laugardalslaug is the better facility, but Sundh+¦llin would suffice for some basic swim training? Sundh+¦llin would really not suffice. I would recommend Laugardalslaug (best) or Vesturb+ªjarlaug (fairly close by). Both are marked on my map. There is a very lovely coffee house just across the street from Vesturb+ªjarlaug to refuel.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=zbRwHDHuZdiM.khklghJ09g_I
Erlendur S. Thorsteinsson | Senior Development Director | EVE Online // CCP Games | @CCP_Explorer
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Steve Ronuken
Fuzzwork Enterprises Vote Steve Ronuken for CSM
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Posted - 2015.01.31 22:29:02 -
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Registration for Fanfest is opening on Monday this year
Should help with not having to queue in the freezing cold.
(Source: CSM winter minutes, day 2)
Woo! CSM 9!
Fuzzwork Enterprises
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Glasgow Dunlop
The Dark Space Initiative Scary Wormhole People
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Posted - 2015.01.31 22:32:59 -
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Steve Ronuken wrote:Registration for Fanfest is opening on Monday this year Should help with not having to queue in the freezing cold. (Source: CSM winter minutes, day 2)
Its not cold, its mildly refreshing
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Equto
Imperium Technologies Evictus.
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Posted - 2015.01.31 23:42:01 -
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Glasgow Dunlop wrote:Steve Ronuken wrote:Registration for Fanfest is opening on Monday this year Should help with not having to queue in the freezing cold. (Source: CSM winter minutes, day 2) Its not cold, its mildly refreshing You never stood outside for 1 and a half hours with the ccp devs walking past
EDIT: With it raining,snowing, and blowing at near hurricane force speed. However some devs were nice and roughed it with us. |
Lors Dornick
Kallisti Industries Solar Assault Fleet
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Posted - 2015.02.01 00:45:20 -
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Equto wrote:Glasgow Dunlop wrote:Steve Ronuken wrote:Registration for Fanfest is opening on Monday this year Should help with not having to queue in the freezing cold. (Source: CSM winter minutes, day 2) Its not cold, its mildly refreshing You never stood outside for 1 and a half hours with the ccp devs walking past EDIT: With it raining,snowing, and blowing at near hurricane force speed. However some devs were nice and roughed it with us. If it's raining it's not really cold.
And besides, horizontal snow and near hurricane winds is a normal winter day.
20 below freezing, 3 feet of snow per hour and actual hurricanes is proper weather, and might even make locals go "gee, it's a bit windy today".
Edit: And btw, the locals have a special saying about the weather. "If you don't like it, wait 15 minutes and it will have changed."
CCP Greyscale: As to starbases, we agree it's pretty terrible, but we don't want to delay the entire release just for this one factor.
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Equto
Imperium Technologies Evictus.
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Posted - 2015.02.01 18:18:56 -
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Lors Dornick wrote:Equto wrote:Glasgow Dunlop wrote:Steve Ronuken wrote:Registration for Fanfest is opening on Monday this year Should help with not having to queue in the freezing cold. (Source: CSM winter minutes, day 2) Its not cold, its mildly refreshing You never stood outside for 1 and a half hours with the ccp devs walking past EDIT: With it raining,snowing, and blowing at near hurricane force speed. However some devs were nice and roughed it with us. If it's raining it's not really cold. And besides, horizontal snow and near hurricane winds is a normal winter day. 20 below freezing, 3 feet of snow per hour and actual hurricanes is proper weather, and might even make locals go "gee, it's a bit windy today". Edit: And btw, the locals have a special saying about the weather. "If you don't like it, wait 15 minutes and it will have changed." The sad thing is its true, but I hail from one of the warmer states that only recently seen snow for the first time in 23 years. However the same about waiting could be said of our weather. The best part however was the picture from fanfest 9 with the change between 10 am and 12 pm
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Katabrok First
Apukaray Security
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Posted - 2015.02.02 14:18:26 -
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As I said before, I'm Brazilian. I only saw snow when I went to Fanfest in 2013. How do you think I feel with this kind of temperatures? I got 42-¦ C here last week. |
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CCP Claymore
C C P C C P Alliance
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Posted - 2015.02.04 11:42:46 -
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Equto wrote:I don't know of many breakfast places in Iceland and often the "buffets" at your hotel is little more than cereal. However I have found the Laundromat cafe to be a great place to both grab a bite to eat and to meet other capsuleers. It can be a little pricey at times however it has been great every time I have eaten there and you get a lot of food for you money. It also helps that, like everyone I have met in iceland so far, the staff are nice people.
SNAPS!
Pulled pork sandwich is simply amazing!!
It is a little pricey, but it is amazing!
Quality Assurance Analyst
Team Game of Drones
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Feser One
Brave Newbies Inc. Brave Collective
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Posted - 2015.02.06 14:43:46 -
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I convinced my wife to go in 2013 for the 10 year Fanfest.
Nonnabiti's was amazing and the people working there were pleasant to talk to. They introduced us to a local drink made by Egil's. My understanding it was a carbonated malt orange soda.
The McDonald's there is called Metro. We found one outside the the "big" mall. To be nice don't waste your time there because the food is kinda bland.
I probably going to get flak over this but it was hard to find a good cup of coffee. They make the coffee there strong. If you like it that way then your ok. I learned to ask for some hot water on the side to dilute it a bit.
They have pizza and it's fine. Coming from New York I'm sure you like your pizza. Other junkfood staples like Coka Cola and Doritos are all available.
My experience was a hamburger and coke will cost you around $15 american.
If your into seafood they have lots of choices. Down near the docks is a place called Sea Baron. Go there just to see the decor, but if you are up to it try the lobster soup.
The hotdog stand they rave about on the flight is ok. There always seems to be somebody in line. Talk to the guy that works there as he's a pretty cool guy. Somedays he's there for 16 hours straight selling hotdogs.
They have a cafeteria area at Fanfest but the food is pretty generic. They use cool names though to descibe it. They also have food vendors come in to offer other fair and the line ups for those always seemed to be long. If I remember correctly one was a pizza stand.
Go to the Laundrymat Cafe. Just go. It is a pretty cool place to check out. The breakfast was also good.
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Lidor Alaran
Ophiuchus Inc. Silentia Audientes Societas
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Posted - 2015.02.07 06:53:15 -
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Hi, Everyone!
Thanks everyone for sharing the information and especially CCP Explorer for his 'Map of Wonders' of 'Capsulers Survival Map to Reykjavik' =)
The friend of mine advised me to visit ice lagoon Jokursarlon cause that was the most impressive sight he used to visit during his summer trip to Iceland. In addition 2 day excursion includes glacier track and Aurora Borealis watching. I am very excited =)
Can anyone say does lagoon is worth to visit March? Or the weather will ruin my impression? Or March (Spring) is not the best time to visit the lagoon?
Thanks in advance.
Looking forward to have awesome time in Iceland during Fanfest 2015!
Best regards, L.A. |
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CCP Explorer
C C P C C P Alliance
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Posted - 2015.02.07 15:04:49 -
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Lidor Alaran wrote:Hi, Everyone!
Thanks everyone for sharing the information and especially CCP Explorer for his 'Map of Wonders' of 'Capsulers Survival Map to Reykjavik' =)
The friend of mine advised me to visit ice lagoon Jokursarlon cause that was the most impressive sight he used to visit during his summer trip to Iceland. In addition 2 day excursion includes glacier track and Aurora Borealis watching. I am very excited =)
Can anyone say does lagoon is worth to visit March? Or the weather will ruin my impression? Or March (Spring) is not the best time to visit the lagoon? This is not an easy question, the weather in March is not predictable.
Erlendur S. Thorsteinsson | Senior Development Director | EVE Online // CCP Games | @CCP_Explorer
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defiler
Mad Hermit Wayward Alliance
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Posted - 2015.02.07 21:03:17 -
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CCP Explorer wrote:This is not an easy question, the weather in March is not predictable. As opposed to any other month? Say, what's that Icelandic motto about the weather not being to your liking again?
Truly, you have a dizzying intellect.
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CCP Explorer
C C P C C P Alliance
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Posted - 2015.02.08 10:34:44 -
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defiler wrote:CCP Explorer wrote:This is not an easy question, the weather in March is not predictable. As opposed to any other month? Say, what's that Icelandic motto about the weather not being to your liking again? Wait 15 minutes.
Erlendur S. Thorsteinsson | Senior Development Director | EVE Online // CCP Games | @CCP_Explorer
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RangerGord
Rothschild's Sewage and Septic Sucking Services The Possum Lodge
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Posted - 2015.02.10 16:15:24 -
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Since I'm not getting any response in my thread about hiking and waterfalls and sightseeing in Iceland during Fanfest, perhaps I'll get an answer here.
One thing I just noticed, the Fanfest party at the Blue Lagoon, tickets are $99, but if I were to just go to the Blue Lagoon on my own its only $40, maybe $50ish if I want to use one of their towels (can I bring my own towel and leave it in the locker with my clothes?). So what is the difference for the Fanfest lagoon tickets and a normal one? |
xhaloboyx
Amok. Goonswarm Federation
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Posted - 2015.02.11 15:45:56 -
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WOW! Thanks everyone for the excellent responses(especially the one mentioning pulled pork mmmmm). I would never have imagined so many people would help me out and I am much more confident in the food selection and travel advice. A lot of people seem to be concerned about the weather, but considering the East Coast of the US has suffered 3 years of crippling winter storms(this season has been the mildest) it never crossed my mind to worry about cold weather and I tend to dress warm either way. I can say for sure that I will probably be unimpressed with pizza but i'll be willing to compare. I have heeded everyone's warning and will be diverting a decent amount of souvenir money(not that I planned to buy much anyway) towards food expenses. I dont eat much volume anyway(remember the 120lbs part?) but I am interested in experiencing the food regardless. My company has denied usage of my mobile phone so that was made clear and I will be contacting my bank as well as photocopying my passport for preventative measures. One question I was wondering recently is: Is there any other vendors at Fanfest? I noticed that Oculus VR, Nvidia, Razer and a bunch of gaming companies/media outlets come to fanfest. My concern is that if I come to fanfest and see a bunch of booths selling goodies, that I wont have anything to carry them in LOL. I will be attending a lot of panels(even the "boring" ones) so I want to make sure I am not walking into those with a backpack full of loot swag. |
Katabrok First
Apukaray Security
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Posted - 2015.02.11 16:20:37 -
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RangerGord wrote:Since I'm not getting any response in my thread about hiking and waterfalls and sightseeing in Iceland during Fanfest, perhaps I'll get an answer here.
One thing I just noticed, the Fanfest party at the Blue Lagoon, tickets are $99, but if I were to just go to the Blue Lagoon on my own its only $40, maybe $50ish if I want to use one of their towels (can I bring my own towel and leave it in the locker with my clothes?). So what is the difference for the Fanfest lagoon tickets and a normal one? When I went to Fanfest 2013, the difference was the availability of tickets. As I was too late to buy them I couldn't get them neither from CCP or at the blue lagoon. |
Vilianis
Ghost Net Industrialists
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Posted - 2015.02.11 16:50:10 -
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Second trip to Iceland. Things to note and Google 1. Flybus 2. AirBNB if you need a place (most hotels have booked up close to venue) 3. Cheap but good food - Hot Dog Cart close to Harpa..just follow the crowds. Cheap and delicious!
Would also recommend buying from the Grocery store for some meals and items. Restaurants every night is going to cost you.
If you buy stuff and its too much, you need to weigh the pros and cons of buying/paying for an extra bag vs Post.
Hope your trip is a good one, d'ont be afraid to ask folks at Fanfest...only a few weirdos there.
Cheers Vil |
Drechlas
Applied Anarchy SpaceMonkey's Alliance
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Posted - 2015.03.04 10:25:25 -
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WAAAH HALOBOY!!! We're SO going to get drunk together!!!!!
I'll arrive on monday the 16th and gtfo the next week
for your phone thingy, some other goon (from quebec) bought an island pre paid card last year and used that to call around in iceland.
my boss pays my phone and also data roaming so I don't need to do that |
xhaloboyx
Amok. Goonswarm Federation
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Posted - 2015.03.04 15:51:58 -
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Drechlas wrote:WAAAH HALOBOY!!! We're SO going to get drunk together!!!!!
I'll arrive on monday the 16th and gtfo the next week
for your phone thingy, some other goon (from quebec) bought an island pre paid card last year and used that to call around in iceland.
my boss pays my phone and also data roaming so I don't need to do that
Monkeys represent! OOK!!!!! Im not too worried about my phone. My intelligent girlfriend, says I should have it for emergencies, but what is the fun in that? Last thing I want is phone calls from the US, when I booked the trip to avoid just that. I alredy bought a ticket for the Bar Crawl........its gonna be a good night ;) |
Katrina Bekers
Rim Collection RC Sorry We're In Your Space Eh
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Posted - 2015.03.09 14:06:04 -
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Buy a prepaid Siminn SIM during your flight, and for one week your phone needs are done.
My third fanfest, never without my Siminn...
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DaReaper
Net 7
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Posted - 2015.03.09 19:32:59 -
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RangerGord wrote:Since I'm not getting any response in my thread about hiking and waterfalls and sightseeing in Iceland during Fanfest, perhaps I'll get an answer here.
One thing I just noticed, the Fanfest party at the Blue Lagoon, tickets are $99, but if I were to just go to the Blue Lagoon on my own its only $40, maybe $50ish if I want to use one of their towels (can I bring my own towel and leave it in the locker with my clothes?). So what is the difference for the Fanfest lagoon tickets and a normal one?
From what i understand, you also get access to a private area hence the increaed price. and it will prolly be packed.
OMG Comet Mining idea!!! Comet Mining!
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RangerGord
Rothschild's Sewage and Septic Sucking Services The Possum Lodge
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Posted - 2015.03.10 14:43:22 -
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Well as it turns out I won't have time to do the Blue Lagoon and Jokulsarlon, so Jokulsarlon takes trump. Maybe next trip I'll plan better and have more time. |
DaReaper
Net 7
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Posted - 2015.03.10 19:37:06 -
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looking at the weather report... yea i'm gonna freeze my ass off lol
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xhaloboyx
Amok. Goonswarm Federation
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Posted - 2015.03.11 16:00:16 -
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DaReaper wrote:looking at the weather report... yea i'm gonna freeze my ass off lol Yea saw the weather report. Time to bundle up again I also noticed the new blog update for the store swag and boy am I gonna be broke........ If you are braving the cold for the bar crawl, I should be the only person in all of Iceland wearing a bright yellow Spongebob T-Shirt that night(trust me its rich), so ill be pretty easy to spot/point out for the fellow Goons/Spacemonkeys. |
jason hill
Caldari Provisions Caldari State
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Posted - 2015.03.12 20:27:20 -
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Lors Dornick wrote:Equto wrote:Glasgow Dunlop wrote:Steve Ronuken wrote:Registration for Fanfest is opening on Monday this year Should help with not having to queue in the freezing cold. (Source: CSM winter minutes, day 2) Its not cold, its mildly refreshing You never stood outside for 1 and a half hours with the ccp devs walking past EDIT: With it raining,snowing, and blowing at near hurricane force speed. However some devs were nice and roughed it with us. If it's raining it's not really cold. And besides, horizontal snow and near hurricane winds is a normal winter day. 20 below freezing, 3 feet of snow per hour and actual hurricanes is proper weather, and might even make locals go "gee, it's a bit windy today". Edit: And btw, the locals have a special saying about the weather. "If you don't like it, wait 15 minutes and it will have changed."
gotta say this about Icelandic peeps they know their weather ! I got there one year there was 5" foot of snow in places and I was speaking to a bloke and I mentioned the snow and the depth and he "meh it will be gone by the week end " and fuk me ! he was right !! not a bloody drop in sight by the weekend ! Icelandic peeps know there weather ! bloody windy though !
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