Entry 58 Day 4 Roadtrippin

Saturday, 9 June 2012

On the 3rd day with Claus (Citroen C3), the plan was to drive west and along the coast.

Fully loaded we got snack and supplies,

It’s time to leave this town,

It’s time to steal away,

Let’s go get lost anywhere.

Let’s go get lost,

Today, I was travelling alone which was a nice contrast from the previous two days where I travelled with others. It gave me a quiet moment to reflect on the whole trip. It was a great respite from everything back home. The day was a relaxing drive with the IPod plugged in. The tank was full for about 1000km (drive planned for about 300km). So I had plenty to get back. I drove north west away from Akureyri, stopping at each town and looked around. The weather was glorious. Sky was clear. Road was clear and my mind was clear.

I felt great when I travel. Confidence was always an issue for me. When I travel, my confidence is higher significantly, my instincts are sharper, decisions are better and my attitude is more positive. A combination of all that seemed contribute to great travelling experience. It is a huge contrast to who I am back in the UK, perhaps I am more comfortable in a foreign country where I don’t need to fit in.

Around Dalvik. There were loads of picnic sites along the side road. I tried to stop at each one to take in the view, there were just too many. each one presented a perfect opportunity to perfect my panoramic shots. One photo just did not show the whole scene. The sea is a little bit more difficult due to the motion of the waves. The stitching points would never be identical.

The picture above was taken between two tunnels. These epic sceneries were easily approachable without 8 days of trekking and climbing over temporary paths rigged with dynamites. Perhaps, next time another person to share the driving duties would be welcomed. Touring, swimming, driving for the whole day was pretty intense physically and mentally.

Hofsos was one of the final stop. I have been driving too long. Nothing a nap could not solve though. Napping is like my temporary solution to life. Need to acclimatise at high altitude, no problem, take a nap. Tired from driving for so long, take a nap. Finished dinner, take a nap. So I napped to prepare for a final drive back to Akureyri.