Iceland’s government is preparing to introduce a “considerably higher” tourist tax in the coming weeks as the Nordic island nation grapples with an unprecedented influx of international visitors that ...

If it feels like everyone you know is going to Japan right now — sort of how it felt like everyone was going to Iceland back in the 2010s — that's because they are. The iconic images of Iceland's Blue ...

With winter in full swing, Iceland’s leading travel agency and tour operator shares insights into the conditions ...

As Iceland continues to walk a fine line regarding its relationship with tourism, the country has decided to raise taxes for those staying overnight in the country. The new taxes, which would likely ...

With unique views of the Northern Lights, dramatic landscapes, black sand beaches and geothermal spas, Iceland is a nature lover's paradise. But with news of another Icelandic airline folding, it ...

Iceland wants tourists to flock to its bubbling hot springs, picturesque ice caps and lunar-like lava landscapes — but not at the expense of its residents or natural environment. "We are trying still ...

The volcanic eruptions are over for now, but they continue to deter some tourism to Iceland. Yet they've also piqued the interest of adventure travelers. Iceland’s volcanic eruptions have deterred ...

Iceland has been attracting a new segment of tourists: ardent music fans. The new tourists reflect Iceland’s diversifying base of visitors as it moves on from the pandemic. Umphrey’s McGee (pictured) ...

The popularity of the TV series 'Stranger Things' has not only influenced global pop culture, but also sparked a strong new ...

Eliza Reid, a former U.N. tourism ambassador and the wife of President Gudni Johannesson, welcomes her country’s many visitors, and has a few suggestions on safety, respect and how to meet locals. By ...

Japan's tourism has exploded in recent years, with a record 36.8 million visitors in 2024. The weak yen has drawn visitors to Japan, which is already experiencing overtourism impacts. Experts say ...