Getting Heat Up - Hotpots in Iceland

One of the things everyone really should do in Iceland is submerging yourself into one of the many blindingly smoking hotpots everywhere around this volcanic island.

Last year today we were having our BIGGEST day of our lives. It was also the most exhausting day E.V.E.R! So this year, we decided to sit back and do nothing at all. Yes!

Blue Lagoon

Here we are, soaking in the famous Blue Lagoon is just the right thing to do. Now I'm not writing a commercial nor playing travel adviser here, so I would share some informative links here instead.

Things to note for visiting the Blue Lagoon

Oh! Plus

i) the silicon mask mud around the hotpot are for free. If you find them, don't hesitate to try them. The hint is to look for a sign introducing the silicon mask at the edge. They are usually next to the mask.

ii) Booking in advance is not a must. BUT for a discount price and shortened waiting line, why not? http://www.bluelagoon.com/

It was nicely set up in the middle of a huge lava field and definitely feels like heaven (mainly because of the smoke from temperature difference). But Iceland has so much more to offer in nature. Since the geothermal energy is found everywhere on the island, one shouldn't stop for dipping in only one Hot Tube.

Myvatn Nature Baths

That's another almost equally nicely setup Hot Tube.

The shower room is probably nothing compared to the Blue Lagoon. But apparently it attracts more locals on the site, AND crazy enough it opens til 10 pm in winter and midnight in summer! It was a perfect way to end the day after a whole day adventure. Believe me, you'll find enough to do nearby.

http://www.myvatnnaturebaths.is/en

Recently an online travel consultant Cheapflights.com has chosen Myvatn Nature Baths as one of the Top 10 Hot Springs around the World.
 < Kopfkino Mode: Seriously it would be such a scene to see the Milky Way or even Northern Light while bathing here.>

I even read somewhere that the crew Game of Thrones also enjoyed spending time there after a day shooting. However, I didn't research further for evidence.

Equipped also with Steam Bath and 3 Bathing Lagoons and seems popular restaurant but minus the crowds, Myvatn Nature Baths was totally a Champ!

These are the two biggest Hotpots in Iceland. But there are more natural hotpots EVERYWHERE in Iceland. Here you can find a complete list of the Hotpot locations. If only I knew it then.........
Before jumping on the plane, remember to grab your towel and slippers! Hotpots await!