Iceland is an adventure travelers paradise, with mountains, glaciers, rivers, caves, and volcanoes to explore. Visitors also head for the famed Blue Lagoon, a natural geothermal spa featuring healing waters, luxury hotels, restaurants, and day retreats. Glacier walks, hikes, ice cave tours, and snowmobile trips are some of the ways to enjoy Iceland, and many visitors go in winter to see the magnificent Northern Lights.

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