Day - 1, Eruption

August 23, 2024 in the United States ⋅ 🌙 70 °F

Before we even checked-in for the flight to Iceland, news reports told of a new eruption in SW Reykjanes Peninsula, near our first stop - The Blue Lagoon. Icelandair assured us that there are no flight interruptions. Blue Lagoon sent a notice saying to use a temporary road to get to the thermal pools. News reports say the eruption is not threatening the town of Grundivik, that had been overrun by lava back in January.

So, we get a taste of Iceland before leaving.Read more