As widely predicted, Iceland was one of the top trending travel choices of 2016. In fact, the Icelandair airline carried 3.7 million passengers, a 20 percent increase. The country is above all popular with adventurous travelers in search of rugged and spectacular natural landscapes. Here are five must-see sights for visitors heading to the island […]The post Five Amazing Iceland Destinations appeared first on Pursuitist.

As widely predicted, Iceland was one of the top trending travel choices of 2016. In fact, the Icelandair airline carried 3.7 million passengers, a 20 percent increase. The country is above all popular with adventurous travelers in search of rugged and spectacular natural landscapes. Here are five must-see sights for visitors heading to the island country.The Blue LagoonTravelers in search of relaxation and stunning scenery shouldn?t miss the Blue Lagoon, a popular attraction where visitors can bathe in milky waters at temperatures of 36° to 39° Celsius. The lagoon is set among the breathtaking scenery of a lava field, making the turquoise blue of the lagoon even more striking. A 40-minute drive from Reykjavik, the lagoon is fed by the water output of a nearby geothermal power plant and has a rich mineral content.The Dettifoss waterfallDettifoss is the most powerful waterfall in Europe. Located in the north-east of the country, it is 44 meters high and 100 meters wide. When nearing the site, visitors are often surprised by the deafening sound of the 5...