If anyone else is going on the trip departing 15 November, I would love to hear from you

Good luck.

Ann

Welcome!

There is a lady called Julie WB (also a first timer) going on this trip with you - have a look further down this page and you will see her thread and my response - she was asking very similar questions to you. I'm sure you will both have a fantastic time.

I went in March, so I'm not sure what the temperature will be like but, because of the wind chill factor (and it's always windy in Iceland) I would definitely take hat, gloves and scarf, lots of layers and a waterproof coat. (But the heating in the hotel is good so don't worry about being cold inside - one lady on our trip brought a hot water bottle but didn't use it!) Sturdy walking boots are a good idea - especially for the Golden Circle tour which you will not want to miss.

Happy to help if you have any other questions - I've done a few JY tours now and Iceland is right up there on my list of favourites.

All the best

Mandy

Mandy - Thank you for informing Jude that I'm also going to Iceland in Nov. 🙂 xx

Jude,

I'm going on the same trip as you.

Sunday 15th Nov from Heathrow.

I'm really pleased to hear that another 1st timer is going on their own.

I've booked all extra excursions EXCEPT the whale watching trip as I can't do boats. 😉

I'm really looking forward to this trip but also have the same questions as you.

What do I take? Advise from others - lots of layers.

I've got walking boots but may have to buy another pair as these ones hurt me.

I can't remember if Mandy advised me on this, but get some YakTrack grips. I will buy mine later.

Don't forget to order your Medical Card if you haven't got one already:

https://www.gov.uk/european-health-insurance-card 

I got my medical card last week.

I very much look forward to meeting you. 🙂

Julie

It is my first time travelling alone as well. I decided to visit iceland as a couple of my friends have been and expressed to me how wonderful the scenery was. However, I am very nervous , especially going theough the airport procedures at Heathrow . I am too going on the 15th , and look forward to meeting you all 🙂

Hetti

I look forward to meeting you on the Sun 15th Nov.

I'm really excited but glad there are others going so I know I won't be on my own.

This will be my first holiday abroad in 16/17 years and the 1st holiday that I'm travelling without friends/family.

But I'm sure on the return flight, we will be travelling back with friends. 🙂

I'm not nervous, not yet any way.

Julie x

If you have a look at the top of the 'share your travel tips' section you will see a thread by me called 'At the airport' which describes in detail where you go and what to look for. Airports are extremely well sign posted places. You will have a JY rep meeting you at check in to help you through that process then you may meet up with fellow travellers as you go through - just look out for the JY luggage labels.

I went on the Iceland trip with Mandy and can definitely recommend it. It is worth you gathering your courage and taking the plunge, I promise.

Sally

Thankyou 🙂

I am also a 1st-timer going to Iceland on November 15 and look forward to meeting you all!

Have not been away on holiday without family or friends for many years so I am glad to be with other newbies!

I have booked to go to Iceland on November 15th, nice to know there are a few of us going. Always wanted to go there looking forward to it. See you all at the airport:)

Looking forward to seeing you all at the airport ☺

Julie