Legacy of the Gulf stream
All of northwestern Europe, as well as Iceland and the Faroes, is habitable because the Gulf Stream brings (relatively) warm water across the pond from North America.
What they don't tell you is that this warm water evaporates, making for a cloudy climate. Sort of like Seattle, or Cleveland in the winter.
Today being no exception, we are approaching Isafjordur in a bit of a gloom. Low overcast, and spitting rain. But, it's looking brighter in the east!
Fishing has been the main industry in Isafjordur, and the town has one of the largest fisheries in Iceland. A severe decline in the fishing industry, for a variety of reasons such as political fishing restrictions in the early 80s and a decline in the fish population, has led the inhabitants to seek work elsewhere, leading to a decline in the town's population. The harbor also serves ferries to nearby settlements as well as larger cruise ships for tourists visiting the area. This is really a beautiful scenic cruise into the town.
ok we plan on walking around again. Grab the raincoats....
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