The initial thought I had was that this place is nothing like I have ever seen before. The geography is so special and so much different than the United States. The country has a laid-back culture and people tend to keep to themselves, besides the swimming pools. I hope to gain independence, and ideas of business to bring back to the USA. Many of their ideas about sustainability and the swimming culture are things that could be improved in America. The history of Iceland is also a lot different. Learning about the Vikings and how early people did things has been interesting. The knowledge of our guide is also amazing there isn?t a thing about Iceland that he doesn?t seem to know. I feel like I have already expanded into deeper thought and I am interested in the things I will continue to do and learn on this trip!