Is it safe to travel to Iceland after the volcano? Find out here.

Iceland, the land of black sand beaches, breathtaking glaciers, and the famous blue lagoon, has been a top destination for tourists. However, the recent volcanic eruptions near the town of Grindavík have caused some concern for those planning to travel there in the near future.

On the evening of August 22nd, a fissure volcano erupted in the Reykjanes peninsula, spewing lava after a series of strong earthquakes. Although the eruption site is about an hour and 15-minute drive from the capital city of Reykjavik, travelers should still exercise caution when venturing outside of the city.

So, what exactly happened and how does it affect your travel plans? The eruption took place in a row of craters known as Sundhnúksgígar, which is just northeast of the town of Grindavík. This area had been dormant for almost 800 years before the recent eruptions that began in December.

Despite the evacuation of Grindavík, which has been mostly empty since last year's eruptions, flights to and from Iceland are still operating as usual. Keflavik International Airport, the country's main international airport, is open and inbound and outbound flights are still running. The airport is only 20km north of the eruption site, but there is no cause for concern as volcanic ash is not a risk to flight travel in this instance.

There are currently no travel warnings or restrictions in place for Iceland, so travel companies are operating as usual. However, if you do choose to cancel your trip, you may not be entitled to a refund as the airlines are not at fault.

For those planning to visit the famous Blue Lagoon, which is located near the eruption site, there is good news. Despite an initial closure on August 23rd, the Blue Lagoon has since reopened and is fully operational. The establishment has measures in place to monitor air quality and ensure the safety of all guests.

However, the town of Grindavík and surrounding areas and roads are closed, according to Safe Travel Iceland. It is important to respect these closures and stay away from the area while it is being assessed. For your own safety, you will also be unable to drive any further than the Blue Lagoon towards the small coastal town.

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