What a poorly named place. If it’s a secret, why does everyone know about it?
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I’ll only be there for the 3 days, so just putzing around town. I’ll go to that whale museum for sure though.
Fwiw the blue lagoon is great after a red eye. Think it opens at like 8am so it times out pretty nicely. Make sure to book ahead
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Vik 3/20-3/21
Hofn 3/22-23
Heimay 3/24
Reykjavik 3/25-27
Snealfellnus 3/28
Edit: Bort meetup in Reykjavik?
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Looks like we won’t have to pass a COVID test to get into Iceland. Just to return back to the US.
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I’m a little worried about going to Amsterdam. Restrictions are high, but starting to diminish. Our plan was one week in Iceland, one in amsterdam
This just makes me want to be a bit more cautious at the shows now though. It was kinda nice going into it knowing that everyone just tested negative. My main fear is catching Covid and getting stuck in Iceland for extra days. I definitely plan on getting the quarantine insurance for the worst case Ontario.
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Fucking Canadians
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I was sweating the test going in because I have a family wedding the week before that I’m obligated to go to. But being stuck there for a little longer? Eh, there’s worse things that could happen.
Travel insurance is well worth it though. Think it was like $150 for my wife and I.
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Yeah it would just be expensive and I think it would be a hassle with work. But overall you’re right, getting stuck in Iceland wouldn’t be a bad thing lol
Edit: the biggest plus side to this whole thing is that we won’t have to worry about a band member missing the show due to testing positive.
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Was wondering about this, do they not still self test while on tour? They’ve missed shows (and countless other bands) over the last year from a band or tour member testing positive. Is there some regulation that if you’re touring everyone must be tested regularly? Such a charade at this point.
Seeing a lot of tickets for sale. That plus no mask mandate = plenty of space to groove and absolutely awesome time. Love it when shows are slightly undersold. Really wish the “wife” and I could swing this
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I’ll be landing in Reykjavik in just under a month. PUMPED
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Genesis is playing their last show in London March 26, I just badgered Joel on twitter for a cover in Iceland. I haven’t seen one since Vegas 2015. They haven’t been playing Abacab at all this reunion tour, would be cool if UM brought that song to life.
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“We don’t have time to relearn covers. Gotta look forward” - Bayliss probably
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Rockjavik Attendees,
Let’s start with the Best News.
As of today, February 25th, Iceland has officially dropped all of their Covid restrictions, including gathering limits and border entries.
At last, come March 25th, Eldborg Hall will be filled with 1,500 Umphrey’s McGee fans celebrating after an all too long wait for these shows.
COVID-19: Removal of all domestic and border restrictions
There are no restrictions for entering Iceland moving forward. No proof of vaccination or negative tests will be required to enter the country.
https://www.icelandair.com/blog/iceland-is-open-faq/
For those thinking about tests required to return home to the US, Harpa will have a testing center setup.
You can book an appointment via this link https://covidtest.is/book_en.html
As with any international trip, we strongly urge you to take out travel insurance.
You can find comprehensive coverage via this link: https://www.insubuy.com/covid19-travel-insurance-with-quarantine-coverage/
The IcelandAir discount code HAPPYPLACE is still available through March 15. Applicable travel dates are March 16 - April 4. Visit http://www.icelandair.com to book your flight.
Support and Late Night information.
We’re excited to have Star Kitchen, TAUK, The Vintage Caravan and Jennifer Harstwick joining us at Röckjavik.
Late Night tickets will go on sale Friday, March 4th at www.umphreys.is
Friday, March 25th
An Evening with Umphrey’s McGee @ Harpa
Star Kitchen @ Idno (Late)
The Vintage Caravan @ Hurrah (Late)Saturday, March 26th
Star Kitchen / Umphrey’s McGee @ Harpa
TAUK @ Idno (Late)
Jennifer Hartswick / Brendan Bayliss @ Hurrah (Late)Sunday, March 27th
TAUK / Umphrey’s McGee @ Harpa
TAUKING McGee @ Idno (Late)
We are working closely with a number of bars and restaurants in Reykjavik who will be providing discounts to Röckjavik attendees throughout the week and we will providing that information closer to the shows.
Please make sure you check the official Röckjavik website and Facebook pages for updates as they come.
TAKK! (Thank you!)
For additional information & FAQs, head to umphreys.is
Please send any questions via the contact form at https://umphreys.is/#contact
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Anyone else scroll down and get excited for the “but the bad news….” part that never came?
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Yes…
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Found it
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