Being able to visit Reykjavik in order to discover and assess the touristic offer is just one of the many rewards of being an International Tourism Management student!
Not only will I get to visit a dream destination of mine but I will also be visiting with the mindset of a destination manager - a job I aspire to - making this trip a mini trial in what the future could hold...
With that said, this blog will provide both pre and post visit analysis and audit of the successes and challenges facing Reykjavik's destination managers.
To get things started I've noted some of my general expectations of Reykjavic:
- To feel welcome – be invited in to a creative and unique culture by the proud locals
- Experience new nightlife – try to keep up with the locals during runtur – Skál!
- Discover more Icelandic music - already a fan of Icelandic alt bands (Sigur Rós, Fufanu)
- Breath-taking landscapes – try to take them in and not live through a lens
- Venture in to the wilderness – embrace nature by being in it and not just seeing it
- Test limits when it comes to culinary experiences – *cough*fermented shark*cough*
- Cold bitter weather – prepare to wrap up and keep feet comfy
- To need a lot of money! A warning all travel experts agree upon
- Imagining North of the Wall – Game of Thrones fans will know
Perceptions to be confirmed...
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