The Silver Circle is a new, defined travel route in West Iceland, located in the Borgarfjörður region. The route brings together rich cultural heritage, geothermal power, sustainable energy use, and diverse nature experiences within a relatively small area. The project aims to develop the Silver Circle as a strong, sustainable, and accessible destination for travellers in Iceland all year round.

The Visit West Iceland Smart Interactive Sales and Marketing System, launched on October 17, 2024, offers an innovative way to explore and promote the West of Iceland. With local hosts guiding users through top attractions, accommodations, and experiences, this interactive tool provides an engaging, easy-to-navigate resource for B2B sales and tourism promotion. Featuring contributions from 23 companies, the DMO, and a regional municipality, the platform continuously updates with the latest content, allowing tourism partners to effortlessly share up-to-date information. This system not only highlights individual services but also showcases the West’s diverse nature and activities, making it ideal for a 3-4 night stay with unique day trips across the region.

A 4-kilometer-long (2.5 miles) fissure eruption started on the Reykjanes Peninsula on Monday, December 18, at 10:17 PM. This marks the fourth eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula in three years.

Welcome to the enchanting world of West Iceland! This captivating region is full of magical places to explore. From stunning waterfalls and volcanic formations to charming fishing villages and soothing hot springs. West Iceland has something for everyone. To help you make the most of your trip, we'll go into detail about the best 7 activities in this captivating area of Iceland in this article.

Based on the success of previous local tourism guidelines, seven Icelandic communities are now launching new Community Specific Guidelines to greet visitors. The launch coincides with the re-opening of the cruise season in Iceland.

The Húsafell Canyon Baths have been handpicked as one of the World’s Greatest Travel Experiences for 2022.

Haffi hikes around West Iceland - Summer 2021

WEST ICELAND IS ONE OF ICELAND'S MOST GEOLOGICALLY DIVERSE REGIONS. ITS NATURAL WONDERS ARE A NEARLY EXHAUSTIVE SAMPLING OF ALL THAT ICELAND HAS TO OFFER, RANGING FROM SLUMBERING VOLCANOES AND MAJESTIC WATERFALLS TO A VARIETY OF FLORA AND WILDLIFE.

Turn your lockdown sweatpants into boots for your first big post-pandemic adventure!

Images of Icelandic volcanoes, glaciers, waterfalls, thermal pools and other geological wonders have been hot commodities on travelers’ social networks for the last few years. Set on a lunar-esque landscape, this Artic island, where 350 thousand locals call home, is a popular destination for travelers looking for outdoor adventure, creative cuisine, and collecting memories supported by images.