On the northern coast of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula lie the neighbouring villages of Rif and Hellissandur, two charming fishing communities surrounded by dramatic landscapes and the breathtaking beauty of Snæfellsjökull National Park. Together, they offer a unique blend of nature, history, culture and outdoor adventure.

Borgarnes is a charming coastal town set among rocky hills and scenic shores at the head of Borgarfjörður. It offers visitors an excellent mix of natural beauty, history, culture, and modern amenities, making it an ideal destination for exploring West Iceland. Visitors will find restaurants, cafés, hotels, guesthouses, a campsite, museums, cultural centres, a geothermal swimming pool, and an 18-hole golf course.

Nýjustu tölur Ferðamálastofu staðfesta að áhugi erlendra ferðamanna á Íslandi er áfram mikill. Á tímabilinu frá júní 2025 til maí 2026 fóru rúmlega 2,27 milljónir erlendra ferðamanna frá landinu um Keflavíkurflugvöll, sem er 1,2% fjölgun frá fyrra ári. Langflestir heimsóttu Ísland í fríi og meðal dvalarlengd var sjö nætur.

Nestled between the Atlantic Ocean and the majestic Snæfellsjökull glacier, Ólafsvík is the largest town on the northern coast of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. With its spectacular natural surroundings, rich fishing heritage and world-class whale watching, Ólafsvík is an ideal destination for visitors looking to experience the very best of West Iceland.

Niðurstöður úr spurningavagni Gallup, sem unnin var fyrir Ferðamálastofu í júní, sýna að átta af hverjum tíu landsmönnum hyggjast annað hvort fylgjast með almyrkvanum sem verður 12. ágúst eða hafa áhuga á því.

Just 45 minutes from Reykjavík, Akranes is one of West Iceland's most charming coastal towns. Surrounded by mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, Akranes combines rich maritime heritage, beautiful beaches, historic landmarks and modern culture, making it an ideal destination for a day trip or a longer stay.

Nýverið kom út skýrslan OECD Tourism Trends & Policies 2026, sem gefin er út annað hvert ár og veitir yfirgripsmikið yfirlit yfir þróun, stefnumótun og helstu tölur um ferðaþjónustu í aðildarríkjum OECD, þar á meðal Íslandi.

Located in the heart of Borgarfjörður, Reykholt and Kleppjárnsreykir offer visitors a fascinating blend of Icelandic history, geothermal activity and beautiful countryside. Just a few kilometres apart, these neighbouring villages provide an authentic glimpse into rural life while serving as excellent bases for exploring some of West Iceland's most famous attractions.

In April 2026, Icelandair invited people around the world to nominate the worst photographers they knew—including themselves. The response exceeded all expectations: 127,642 applications and an impressive collection of truly questionable photographs. After more than 2,000 hours of reviewing entries and interviewing candidates, one winner emerged: Blanche Montemard from Paris.

Í apríl 2026 bauð Icelandair fólki um allan heim að tilnefna versta ljósmyndarann sem það þekkti – eða sjálft sig. Viðbrögðin fóru fram úr öllum væntingum: 127.642 umsóknir bárust ásamt ótrúlegu safni af vægast sagt misheppnuðum ljósmyndum. Eftir meira en 2.000 klukkustundir af yfirferð umsókna og viðtala stóð einn sigurvegari uppi: Blanche Montemard frá París.

West Iceland is one of Iceland's premier destinations for experiencing wildlife in its natural habitat. From dramatic coastlines and towering bird cliffs to peaceful fjords, lava fields and highland landscapes, the region is home to an extraordinary variety of species throughout the year.

Skemmtiferðaskipið Le Bellot lagði við bryggju á Akranesi, þjóðhátíðardaginn 17.júní 2026. Skipið átti að sigla inn á Grundarfjörð en áform breyttust vegna veðurs.