Black Sand Hotel is a brand new property opening in early March in South Iceland, designed as a quiet, design led retreat with sweeping coastal views and immediate access to South Iceland’s shoreline.

Iceland has become one of the world’s most popular filming destinations. Its glaciers, waterfalls, volcanoes, and black-sand beaches create a natural backdrop that feels otherworldly and versatile. Producers love it because within a short drive you can find landscapes that look like medieval battlefields, Himalayan peaks, or even alien planets. It’s no wonder that Icelandic nature often appears in international blockbusters.

South Iceland is one of those regions where the landscapes feel almost unfairly varied for how easy they are to reach. In a single day you can move between powerful waterfalls, black-sand beaches, glacier outlets, volcanic plains, mossy lava fields, and geothermal textures that look otherworldly. The diversity makes it a dream for photographers who like to build a portfolio with range, not just “another pretty viewpoint”.

Stór blaðamannaferð sem farin var um Suðurlandið í október síðastliðnum hefur fengið afar jákvæð viðbrögð frá frönsku blaðakonunum sem sóttu svæðið heim. Voru þær hæstánægðar með skipulagið, vel útfærða dagskránna sem bauð jafnt upp á ævintýri og rólegri stundir, og ekki síst var það þjónustan og hlýlegu móttökurnar sem heilluðu.

A recent press trip to South Iceland has concluded with positive feedback from participating journalists from France, who valued the program’s seamless organization, diverse itinerary, and warm Icelandic hospitality. The trip featured a balanced mix of breathtaking natural landscapes, immersive site visits, indoor activities, flexibility, and moments of relaxation.

South Iceland is one of the easiest places to explore by car, and one of the most rewarding. In a relatively compact area you can experience some of Iceland’s best known natural wonders, from roaring waterfalls and black sand beaches to geothermal hotspots, glacier views, and volcanic landscapes. It is also a region rich in history, culture, and small towns where you can slow down, swim in local pools, and eat well.

Hvernig upplifa gestir „gæði“ í dag og hvernig er hægt að endurspegla það í daglegu verklagi? Hvað skiptir þá mestu máli þegar kemur að upplýsingum, væntingum og þjónustu? Horfðu á upptöku frá viðburðinum hér fyrir neðan.

Over the past weeks, many social media posts have suggested that Reynisfjara Black Beach is “gone” or permanently damaged. That is not accurate. While natural forces have caused noticeable changes to parts of the beach, Reynisfjara remains open, accessible, and very much worth visiting.

South Iceland offers a rare combination of challenging endurance events and truly distinctive landscapes. For runners and cyclists looking to combine competition with travel, this region provides a setting that feels both remote and accessible.

Ratsjáin er mörgum ferðaþjónustuaðilum að góðu kunn, en þar er um að ræða ákveðið verkfæri sem er ætlað stjórnendum og stuðningsumhverfi ferðaþjónustunnar til að auka hæfni sína og ná árangri í starfi.

Mannamót Markaðsstofanna fóru fram í Kórnum í Kópavogi fimmtudaginn 15. janúar sl. og voru þau nú hin fjölmennustu síðan leikar hófust árið 2015. Að venju höfðu ferðaþjónustuaðilar af landsbyggðinni stillt upp fjölbreyttum kynningarbásum þar sem markmiðið var að gefa ferðaskrifstofum á höfuðborgarsvæðinu tækifæri til að kynna sér það sem landbyggðin býður upp á í afþreyingu, gistingu og mat.

Three visitors recently took home an unforgettable souvenir from South Iceland after attending the Viking Feast hosted by Caves of Hella and Hotel Rangá inside one of the ancient man made caves in Hella.