http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue_Lagoon_(geothermal_spa) The Blue Lagoon (Icelandic: "Bláa Lónið") geothermal spa is one of the most visited attractions in Iceland. The steamy waters are part of a lava formation. The warm waters are rich in minerals like silica and sulfur and bathing in the Blue Lagoon is reputed to help some people suffering from skin diseases such as psoriasis. The water temperature in the bathing and swimming area of the lagoon averages 40 °C (104 °F). The lagoon is fed by the water output of a nearby geothermal power plant. Superheated water is vented from the ground near a lava flow and used to run turbines that generate electricity. After going through the turbines, the steam and hot water passes through a heat exchanger to provide heat for a municipal hot water heating system. Then the water is fed into the lagoon for recreational and medicinal users to bathe in. The spa is located in a lava field in Grindavík on the Reykjanes Peninsula, southwestern Iceland. It is situated approximately 13 km from the Keflavík International Airport and 39 km from the capital city of Reykjavík. The Blue Lagoon spa and geothermal complex is clearly visible from any of the usual satellite imagery sources at coordinates (63.879, -22.434). Iceland has a strict code of hygiene and guests are required to shower in the communal shower area before and after bathing. It is claimed that in June 2007 the Blue Lagoon appeared green, It bewildered the people of Iceland and its tourists. I've always wanted to visit Iceland. Has anyone ever been there and if so have you visited this Lagoon? What was your experience like?
Visited Iceland in October 2006. Beautiful country and yes I went to the Blue lagoon. My experience was great. I can't wait to go back. In the month of October they have their anual Icelandic Airwaves music festival so I was able to catch some pretty good live shows. Took a tour out to Gulfoss waterfall, Stokkir (sp?) geyser, a trip out of the city to see the northern lights, and to Thingvilir (sp?) national park. One of my favorite places I've been to.
i could swear you knew i've been there. shoulda done a search in the hangout i posted in someone else's thread before. Great place.. will go back one day. Prosibly my favorite trip ever still. The lagoon is great.. gulfoss is incredible. Anyway, msg if you want more info..
