Why doesn t Iceland have Uber?

As it stands now, Icelandic law is very strict when it comes to the kind of service Uber provides. Those wishing to charge money for driving someone somewhere must have a permit to do so. Not that this stops amateur drivers from taking matters into their own hands.



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Tipping isn't mandatory or customary in Iceland, but it is always appreciated. The standard rate of tax on Icelandic products is 24%, with some products and services, including books, food and accommodation, taxed at a reduced rate of 11%.

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Tip in the local currency Whenever you tip during your trip to Iceland it is important to use the local currency, that is - Icelandic kronas. Otherwise you'll leave your service providers with cash they can't use without paying high fees on currency exchange.

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Any traveler could spend weeks getting to know Iceland, but given the reality of limited vacation days, 5-7 days are recommended for a satisfying trip. In this length of time, you can make a northern road trip from Reykjavík to Akureyri or drive the south coast via Vík to Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon.

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