Sky Lagoon

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"A geothermal-lagoon bathing attraction near the city that maintains water temperatures around 100–104°F, offering a warm, invigorating soak and serving as a popular cold-weather wellness stop for visitors." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s also the founder of the travel site justpacked.com.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

This Is the Most Relaxing Destination in Europe

"Listed among the country's wellness offerings as a lagoon located just outside of Reykjavík, this coastal bathing experience is presented as another prime option for relaxation and unwinding. BookRetreats said, "Not only does the island have the best peacefulness score globally, but it also leads all destinations for the serenity category in our report," and added, "In between its vast natural landscapes, Iceland has just one major city and several sleepy towns, placing first for low noise and light pollution. These pristine dark skies make it one of the best places to witness the spectacular northern lights." The analysis further highlighted the nation's low population density and short commute times — "Icelanders spend an estimated 21.35 minutes in traffic one way, compared to 59.99 minutes in Costa Rica," — reinforcing why a lagoon just outside the capital can feel particularly peaceful." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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"A design-forward hot spring in Reykjavik offering a seven-step relaxation ritual."

I Flew With Play Airlines to Iceland, and the Low-Cost Ticket Allowed Me to Splurge on Geothermal Pools and Northern Lights Tours

"I visited Sky Lagoon, an immersive thermal spa that opened last year."

"Best for a healing soak "Chances are, you’ve either been to Iceland or know someone who has. The secret’s definitely out on the country’s life-changing potential, especially its naturally healing geothermal waters. But there’s a new spa on the scene that’s worth planning another trip around if you’ve been already (and worth factoring into your first-timer’s itinerary if you haven’t). Sky Lagoon, opened in March 2021, is built into a cliff just 15 minutes outside of Reykjavik town and is meant to honor authentic Icelandic bathing culture. Like its now-competitor Blue Lagoon, the long-standing must-visit spa on everyone’s Iceland bucket lists, Sky Lagoon embraces the country’s geothermal waters—but it also has its own signature skin-care line and offers sweeping panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean from its breathtaking infinity pool. The treatment to get here is the Seven Step Ritual, which takes you through a series of traditional bathing experiences, from a cold glacier pool to a bright sauna to a warm waterfall shower, all of which leave you feeling like a softer, silkier, cleaner, and more rejuvenated version of your old self. Bonus: If you can go soon, you may be able to catch the Northern Lights while you’re there—peak viewing season in Iceland is October through February. And while the spa does not have accommodations, there are plenty of hotels in nearby Reykjavik to book. 101 Hotel is a favorite among design lovers, and The Reykjavik EDITION just opened in November 2021 with 253 rooms and a rooftop perfect for processing your epic adventures."