The Blue Lagoon - Closed for a while due to volcanic activity,

Note, due to volcanic activity and earthquakes around the area all tours in the Blue Lagoon have been cancelled to ensure the safety of tourists. Please do not visit the area.

Pack your swimsuit, folks, we’re diving into the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon – Iceland’s unabashed diva of spa destinations.

No offence to your backyard hot tub, but this sublime Icelandic sanctuary might leave you spoilt for future dips. Picture yourself floating in milky-blue waters, encased in a molten lava field, under a sky brushed with the vibrant hues of the Northern Lights. This is the Blue Lagoon in all its thermal glory.

Perched in the heart of Reykjanes Peninsula, the Blue Lagoon is to Iceland what red carpets are to Hollywood – an emblem of its beauty, and let’s admit it, a crowd puller like no other. Formed by a happy accident of a nearby geothermal power plant in the 70s, this man-made wonder quickly morphed into a global sensation, and the go-to Instagram backdrop for any self-respecting travel enthusiast.

And it’s not just about the looks. The geothermal water here boasts a unique cocktail of minerals, silica, and algae – a recipe renowned for its skin-nourishing properties. Take a languid soak, slap on a silica mud mask (yes, the white alien-like faces you’ve seen on social media), and let Mother Nature pamper you spa-style.

If you fancy upping your relaxation game, the Blue Lagoon’s got you covered with a plethora of luxurious treatments. Need a tension-busting massage? Check. Want to quench your skin’s thirst with a silica or algae mask? Done. Feeling peckish after all the pampering? Swing by the Lava Restaurant for a sumptuous feast – just be sure to wrap up in your bathrobe, a la Hugh Hefner.

Now, for those of you who are hardcore relaxation seekers (you know who you are), the Blue Lagoon’s Retreat Spa is the stuff dreams are made of. With its secluded chambers, private lagoon, and uber-luxurious spa rituals, you’ll feel like Icelandic royalty.

Let’s not forget about the in-water bar. Why limit happy to an hour when you can sip on a crisp Icelandic craft beer or a refreshing smoothie, all while soaking in the warm, mineral-rich water? Now that’s what we call ‘going with the flow’.

Bottom line, the Blue Lagoon is more than just a geothermal spa. It’s a place to rejuvenate, to marvel at the volcanic scenery, and to truly grasp the term ‘Icelandic chill’. If you’re planning an Icelandic adventure, make sure the Blue Lagoon is on your bucket list. Because let’s face it, nothing says ‘I’ve been to Iceland’ quite like a Blue Lagoon selfie.