If you don't have time to trek to the Blue Lagoon, Sky Lagoon may be a suitable alternative. Opened in 2021, the Sky Lagoon's infinity-edge gives the illusion of swimming amongst the sea and sky.

The odor at the Blue Lagoon may not be potent enough to warrant canceling a visit, but if you need a backup option, consider ...

The swirling steam blows over the surface of the Blue Lagoon and drifts up to the white sky as I bob in the soothing ... that Moon-like geology that makes photos of Iceland so instantly recognisable.