My First Time in Iceland

Our first stop in Iceland is the cruise port in Akureyri. We disembark the Caribbean Princess and head to the iconic Church of Akureyri for a better look at the cruise ship. We also find an Icelandic volcano hotdog and visit the HOF. This is just the first part of my day with @Donsfamilyvacations in Akureyri, make sure you look for part 2 where we visit Godafoss and the botanical gardens.

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[tonyfred]

The Caribbean Princess is special to me also. Had my first balcony on her when she was still brand new. Almost 20 years ago. Used to cruise with my best friend of 50 years. Lost him to cancer last year. I have the Utopia booked in November .. but I will be solo. Cruise 24. Enjoy your friendship Tony and Don. It'll be a memory one day.

[peggy]

One of my favourite things about cruising is waking up and seeing what the port looks like. I am always in awe

[tammywoodruff]

Aw, i recognize the waterfall at the beginning of your video and that you can see from the cruise ship! We also saw a baby seal by the whale tail statue. We went a year ago. Have a great cruise!

[SandNSurf]

I thoroughly enjoyed seeing Iceland. Thank you. It’s so beautiful. I pray Jenny and your family in Florida will be safe from the hurricane 🙏

[pbbejpt]

You were in great form today. From "book worms unite" to your art explanation of the art museum. Keep up the great entertainment!

[sarahj.]

OK...now I am sold...as soon as we get a Tony and Don walking and immersing and discovering together vibe...no strength to narrow destinations due to living in colder climates...it is all wonderfu travel lit fodder and yes yes yes. The culture looks so clean and lovely, Sea and fresh rain when 50 and above is not ab at all...hands are not begging for gloves. You two are the best and it is so great to share a cruising friendship like this. Every video like this one is a mini vacation...so grateful...thank you.

[phoebz]

My husband and I are 'land locked ' for a while and I'm living vicariously through your vlogs, thank you! I'm making mental notes of all the places I want to visit when we can cruise again.❤

[busymom]

When we arrived there May 16, 2023 it was snowing but we were really for it. Everything look like it was black and white. We stayed over night so we got to see a lot more.The second day the sun came out and it was different kind of beautiful.

[charlie]

FYI Icelanders do not have official "last names": they have patronymics. such as Samuel's if your father's name is Samuel or Sigridsdottir if your mother's name is Sigrid.

[habracken]

I bought a pair of socks while on a tour out of Reykjavik. They were 8500 Icelandic kroner. Which is about $20 usd. Prices were nuts there. But they did have cute puffins on them.

[vevfd]

I've visited Iceland a few times and it is seriously my favourite place on earth. Renting a van and going on a multi days tour is the way to go, there is just so much beauty to take in.

[karlsandykildow]

We took a Holland America cruise out of Boston, up Maine, Canada, Greenland, circumvented Iceland and back to Greenland, St. Pierre and back to Canada and Maine and back to Boston. 25 days. And it was marvelous.

[jillward]

Love that you're adventuring in other parts of the world! LOVE listening and watching your "take" on things! Enjoy your cruise! 🛳

[yeeg]

Love the videos, Tony keep them coming. It’s great to come along for your adventures.

[jeannecrawford]

I'm excited that Caribbean Princess will be home ported at my home port of Port Canaveral in November! I can't wait!!!

[Gigi_]

Never been to Iceland but now I wanna go. Hope Jenny B is hunkering down and safe.

[jcshaves]

Coats in the middle of summer. Sounds like my kind of place.

[jodietimheitz]

One of my favorite beers is from Akureyri, Iceland, Einstok Toasted Porter!
We celebrated our 10 year anniversary 11 years ago on the Caribbean Princess!

[roberthamilton]

Thanks for sharing
Love the walk & talk

[nicza]

Looks like an Interesting town to explore. That dog was definitely enjoying a nice swim and made me smile but the breaking news about Don's Doughnuts made me laugh!!