Every Hot Spring and Geothermal Pool in Iceland: A Local’s Complete Guide
If there’s one thing an Icelander is qualified to write about, it’s where to get warm in cold water. We invented the concept. Every town in this country has a pool. Every valley seems to have a spring. Over the years on Stuck in Iceland,...
Hvammsvík Hot Springs: Natural Spa Near Reykjavik
Hvammsvík Hot Springs sits at the end of Hvalfjörður — Whale Fjord — about an hour from Reykjavik, and it is quietly becoming one of the most talked-about experiences in Iceland. Unlike the big-name geothermal spas closer to the capital, Hvammsvík puts you deep inside...
Krauma Nature Baths – A Silver Circle Highlight in West Iceland
Looking for a top-rated relaxation experience in Iceland? Krauma Nature Baths offer soothing geothermal waters, stylish facilities, and a perfect location on the Silver Circle—West Iceland’s newest scenic road trip. Just an hour’s drive from Reykjavík, Krauma is fed by Deildartunguhver, Europe’s most powerful hot...
Geosea baths in Húsavík – the best chill on the Diamond Circle
It could be argued that geothermally heated water is the best thing about Iceland. It gives us wonderful spas, hot tubs, and swimming pools. One great option for bathing and relaxing are the Geosea baths in Húsavík town. Geosea is an essential part of the wonderful...
Celebrate the good life at Hvammsvík Hot Springs
One of Iceland’s most precious resources is its geothermal water. In many places, it either bubbles out of the ground or is accessible by drilling a hole. This is amazing for our country. We can heat most of our houses with hot water, greatly enriching...
Sky Lagoon spa – relax & unwind in paradise
The Sky Lagoon spa is located near downtown Reykjavik. Here, you can experience authentic Icelandic luxury with unparalleled calmness and relaxation. Visiting the Sky Lagoon is, therefore, one of the best ways to end a cruise through Europe. This beautifully designed outdoor spa is open for...
Embracing Nature’s Warmth at the Forest Lagoon
In 2012 work started on a tunnel through Vadlaheidi, the mountain range that rises to the east of the northern town of Akureyri. The project soon became difficult since the tunnel ran through a river of hot water within the mountain. The tunnel flooded, and...
Experience the Warm Embrace of Swimming Pools in Reykjavik
If you plan to visit Reykjavik, consider adding a unique experience to your itinerary—visiting one of the city’s many public swimming pools. Immersing yourself in the warm, geothermally heated pools and hot tubs isn’t just an invigorating experience—it’s also a window into an integral aspect...
Iceland travel advice from someone who actually lives here
I'm Jón, a native Icelander who has called Reykjavík home for over 30 years. Since 2012, I've been running this magazine the way a knowledgeable local friend would — giving you the honest advice, the real discounts from 50+ partners in the Icelandic travel industry, and 200+ expert interviews you won't find anywhere else. This is Iceland from the inside.