The New York Times – Travel:
Iceland’s swimming pools and hot tubs serve as hubs of social life, a cultural distinction recently honored by UNESCO. Some Icelanders aren’t so thrilled.
Category: Reykjavik (Iceland)
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15 Years Into the Boom, Iceland Asks if It’s Had Enough of Mass Tourism
The New York Times – Travel:
A volcanic eruption in 2010 put the island nation on millions of travelers’ maps. But is the country’s culture now at risk?
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Hunting the Northern Lights in Iceland
The New York Times – Travel:
The country markets itself as a destination to see the northern lights — especially this year, which is a peak time for solar activity. But they can be elusive, as one writer recently found.
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5 Hot Springs in Iceland That Aren’t the Blue Lagoon
The New York Times – Travel:
Some say Iceland’s more than 600 geothermal springs are the secret to its citizens’ happiness. Here’s a selection of scenic waters in and around Reykjavik where you can test that theory.
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Read Your Way Through Reykjavík
The New York Times – Travel:
With a reputation for having more authors per capita than any other country, Iceland is a destination for readers. Olaf Olafsson, whose most recent book is “Touch,” leads a literary stroll through its capital.