Iceland, a popular destination for American tourists, is working to extend the length of their stays. The country has seen a significant increase in tourism, with around 2.3 million visitors per year, but many of these tourists only stay for a short period, often treating the trip as a long weekend.

Tourism in Iceland

The Icelandic government is trying to change this trend by promoting longer stays and encouraging tourists to explore beyond the capital city of Reykjavik. One way they are doing this is by developing new geothermal lagoons in different regions of the country, which can serve as a reason for tourists to stay overnight in these areas.

These lagoons, such as the Sky Lagoon, Hvammsvik Hot Springs, Forest Lagoon, and Laugaras Lagoon, offer a unique experience for tourists and can help to spread them out across the country, reducing the pressure on the crowded midday stops. By building the trip around these lagoons, tourists can experience more of what Iceland has to offer and stay for a longer period.

Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.