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Explorer Cruise

4 Day / 3 Night Cruise

The cruise takes in the majestic southern Yasawa Islands and also spends time at the strikingly beautiful Modriki and Sacred Islands. It’s not just nature that will have you captivated on this cruise; you’ll get to know and love Fijian culture!

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From usd $1,220 per person, flexible cruising.

To ensure you have the best possible cruise experience, we use 'flexible cruising'. What this means is that we're prepared to alter our itineraries, either when necessary, or when some exciting opportunity arises. For example, if there is some special event taking part in a local Yasawa Village, which you really should see, then we will alter our cruise route to take you there. Or, if we think that that our destined anchorage for the night is not going to be as sheltered as a bay on the other side of the island, we'll up-anchor and move. Cruising through a region of coral lagoons and isolated island anchorages is weather dependent and so, at times, our itineraries may need to be altered. However we'll always endeavor to ensure all of the highlights of each cruise are enjoyed by our guests. 

Check-in and Departure

Please check-in at Port Denarau. Upon arrival you will be directed to Blue Lagoon Cruises check-in counter.

Check-in is open from 1.30pm until 2.30pm.

Departs Port Denarau every  Friday at 3.00pm  on M.V. Fiji Princess . Returns Port Denarau every  Monday at 3.00pm  on a South Sea Cruises vessel.

Transfers are also available from Mamanuca Island Resorts to  M.V. Fiji Princess.

Bula and welcome aboard Blue Lagoon Cruises. Set sail on the Fiji Princess from Port Denarau for the outer Mamanuca starting at the sandy beaches of Modriki Island, as featured in the Tom Hanks film Cast Away. Enjoy a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and canapés prior to tonight’s Captain’s Welcome à la carte dinner. Your evening will include entertainment provided by our friendly and talented singing, and guitar-playing crew.

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

• Visit the film location of Cast Away
• Captains Dinner
• Anchorage MODRIKI ISLAND

After breakfast, take the plunge and swim with reef sharks (weather permitting) at an ocean reef. Then after lunch, tie your sulu and visit the chiefly village of Soso. Dinner is a traditional Indian Thali buffet meal, with Bollywood dancing to follow.

• Shark Snorkelling
• Village visit
• Anchorage SOSO BAY

Sunday is a day of rest for most Fijians. Join us for the local village church service followed by morning tea on shore. Over lunch, we will sail to Naviti Island for an afternoon at the beach. After pre-dinner drinks on the Sky Deck, enjoy a South Pacific themed buffet dinner followed by a round of ‘Fiji style’ bingo with your fellow cruise companions.

• Village church service
• Reef Snorkelling
• Cooking Lesson
• Anchorage: NAUKACUVU ISLAND

Start the day with an early morning snorkel, swim or kayak trip then breakfast while cruising to the stunning Sacred Isles for your last stop. Enjoy your lunch on board while overlooking paradise before preparing for your final departure. After lunch, we will make a farewell rendezvous with our high-speed catamaran for your private transfer back to Port Denarau.

• See the dramatic changes in landscape, right from the little palm-covered islands of the Mamanuca Islands, to the rugged, majestic southern Yasawa Islands
• Step ashore at famous little Modriki Island (where the movie Cast Away was filmed)
• Visit a remote Yasawa Island village and be part of a traditional kava ceremony, enjoy a Meke performance and browse the village market
• Learn the Fijian art of basket weaving and learn to cook traditional dishes
• Get to know the 'reef locals' and swim with sharks or manta rays (seasonal)
• Dive at some of Fiji's most colourful reefs (additional cost)
• Snorkel to your heart's content (we offer several snorkelling trips per day)
• Attend an island village church service
• Laze on the most beautiful beaches and get into the full swing of 'Fiji Time'
• Relax with a treatment or massage in our on board spa (additional cost)
• Dine on traditional Fijian meals and a range of international cuisine

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Relax into your Blue Lagoon Cruise experience by spending the day at Malamala Beach Club, the world's first island beach club, before you board M.V. Fiji Princess mid-afternoon.

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Blue Lagoon Cruises take you on voyages through the magical Fijian islands in a wonderfully relaxed style.

Leaving the relative hustle and bustle of Viti Levu behind you will journey through the Mamanuca Island chain to the exquisite Yasawa Island archipelago. Cruising for just short distances each day, the majority of your time will be spent at anchor in sheltered lagoons allowing you to explore, enjoy water sports, partake in cultural activities or simply relax on the sands.

Fijian culture is an important element of each cruise and you will be welcomed as an honored guest when visiting traditional Fijian villages. Blue Lagoon have access to a pristine private island, exclusively available to cruise guests, providing crystal waters and white sand beaches for you to enjoy in absolute tranquility.

The variety of cruises available means we should be able to find the perfect option for you. Our preferred option is the MV Princess, a luxurious mini-cruiser with 34 spacious air-conditioned staterooms, all of which have ocean views and en suite facilities. On board facilities include a spacious air-conditioned lounge, two cocktail bars, Sinaki Spa, sun decks and plunge pool.

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How to Visit Blue Lagoon in Iceland on a Cruise

As one of the most popular places to visit in Iceland, we answer all your questions on how to visit Blue Lagoon in Reykjavik, Iceland on a Cruise.

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What is the blue lagoon.

The Blue Lagoon is a series of geothermal pools that were created in the 1970’s. While the lava landscape itself is natural, the water actually comes from the runoff of a nearby power plant. The creation of the pools occurs as part of the process of creating electricity and renews itself every 48 hours. Don’t worry, it is perfectly safe to soak in this geothermal spa. The water contains no added chemicals, just naturally occurring materials that can do wonders for your skin. The milky coloration of the water is a combination of algae, silica, and minerals that are thought to have medicinal powers.

How Hot is the Water in the Blue Lagoon?

The water is heated by natural geothermal processes occurring underground. While temperatures underground can reach 300 degrees Fahrenheit, the average temperature in the pools is approximately 102 degrees Fahrenheit. For most people, the warm water will feel soothing and relaxing. As a reference point, most whirlpool hot tubs are kept at a temperature between 100 to 104 degrees.

Who Can Visit the Blue Lagoon?

Families with children two years or older are welcome at the Blue Lagoon. Children under the age of 13 are allowed in free of charge along with an accompanying adult admission. Each member of a party over the age of 13 will be required to have a ticket to gain admission to the spa. Even those who can’t swim are welcomed at the Blue Lagoon. The deepest portion of the water is about 4.5 feet and there are lifeguards on duty at all times.

How Much is the Admission to the Spa?

There are two different packages from which you can choose when visiting the Blue Lagoon. Most tours and cruise line excursions come with the Comfort Package (between $62-$89 USD) which includes a locker, a towel, mud mask, one drink, and entrance to the facilities. You can upgrade to the Premium Package ($89-$116 USD) which includes a bathrobe and slippers, an algae mask, and some perks at the onsite restaurant in addition to the offerings of the Comfort Package. In-water massages are also available for an additional cost.

If you want to splurge, you can purchase one of the limited Retreat Spa packages. This exclusive package gives you private access to a reserved area of the Blue Lagoon. This also comes with access to the Retreat Spa, additional skin care products, a private changing room, and other benefits. This upgraded package is not cheap, costing between $500 to $650 a person.

How Do I Get Tickets to the Blue Lagoon?

You will need to reserve tickets for Blue Lagoon in advance. If you purchase a cruise excursion, the ticket will most likely be included in your package. If you plan to go there on your own, you will want to buy tickets online. Ticket prices fluctuate depending on the day of the week and the time you plan to visit, with peak times and weekends having the highest prices.

When booking your ticket, you are requested to select an arrival time. The Blue Lagoon website clearly states “ If you don’t arrive at the pre-booked date and time, Blue Lagoon cannot guarantee availability .”

How Do I Get to the Blue Lagoon?

The ride from the cruise terminal ( Skarfabakki Harbour) is about 51 Kilometers away which has a travel time of about 45 minutes.  Most cruise lines offer an excursion to this popular attraction which includes round-trip transportation and a ticket for the Comfort Package.

The Blue Lagoon website also offers transportation from several locations in the city, including the cruise terminal, for $50 a person. When working out the total costs, there is not much savings based on which mode of transportation you choose. The one benefit of booking directly with Blue Lagoon is the ability to pick a preferred departure time from the cruise port, whereas cruise excursions will usually leave at only one set time.

One word of caution is don’t miss the bus. While there are taxis in the area, they will cost you. The trip back to the cruise port will probably run you between $125-$150+ USD.

What Else Do I Need to Know Before Visiting Blue Lagoon?

When visiting the Blue Lagoon, you will be given a wrist band that will serve as your “wallet” while in the spa. This wrist band will also be used to access a locker in the changing facilities. Yes, you do need to shower before entering the water; however, even though Icelanders are accustomed to changing and showering in public, you will have access to private showers and changing stalls if desired.

You should also remember to remove jewelry as the minerals could discolor the metals. Women will also want to tie their hair up or apply plenty of conditioner before entering the lagoon. Cameras and phones are permitted, but a waterproof option is definitely recommended. We used our iPhone with a Lifeproof case to ensure no water damage.

Should I Visit the Blue Lagoon in Iceland on Cruise?

Yes, the trip to the Blue Lagoon was a fun and memorable excursion that we both enjoyed. Given our time in port, we were able to see some of the Downtown area during the day prior to visiting the Blue Lagoon and visited the Golden Circle on our second day in the city. Having a relaxing evening with a drink in hand (yes, there is even a swim up bar) in a thermal hot spring is something you don’t get to do every day!

Our four hour tour was just enough time as it gave us about 2 hours at the Blue Lagoon. This equated to about 90 minutes in the water. If you’d prefer to spend more time in the geothermal spa or exploring the grounds, you should plan the trip accordingly.

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The Guide to Cruises Around Fiji

The guide to fiji’s small-ship cruises.

Fiji is an archipelago of 333 islands. While most visitors to Fiji stay in the same resort for the whole time, only seeing one island, those who are a little more intrepid have an amazing alternative: small-ship cruises. Essentially resorts on the water, Fiji’s small-ship cruises take you from island to island, stopping in a new sheltered bay or lagoon each night. You don’t need to worry about the hassle of changing accommodation each night, as you’ll be staying in one of the cabins of Fiji’s cruise ships, often having access to a swimming, spa and a delightful restaurant. But which cruise in Fiji is right for you? Find out in this guide to the cruises around Fiji.

Quick Tips for Taking a Cruise in Fiji

• Fiji’s cruises have regular sailings to the Mamanucas and the Yasawas, but only a handful of sailings a year to Vanua Levu, Taveuni, etc. Trips to these latter outer islands book up within weeks of the sailing dates being released, so keep an eye out for when these cruise dates are released and book as soon as possible
• All cruises in Fiji depart from Port Denarau. For advice on staying in Port Denarau before your cruise, check out The Complete Guide to Denarau Island
• Fiji’s small-ship cruises are a lot different from international cruises that call at Fiji – for more information on the latter, check out The Guide to Taking a Cruise to Fiji .

For more tips, take a look at the 10 Tips for Taking a Small-ship Cruise in Fiji .

Captain Cook Cruises

Specialising in small-ship cruises in Fiji, Captain Cook Cruises offers regular sailings of the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands, as well as exclusive voyages to Fiji’s lesser-visited islands, like the Lomaiviti Islands, Vanua Levu, Taveuni, Kadavu and the Lau Islands.

The all-inclusive cruises take care of the essentials for you, such as all meals through their onboard buffet and a la carte restaurant, WiFi, spa, swimming pool and gym. Then guests have the option to make the journey their own, whether it’s through the PADI 5-star scuba diving operator onboard, by indulging in an onboard massage, letting the little ones loose in the kids’ club or taking part in one of the many island tours and excursions.

All cruises depart from Port Denarau on Viti Levu.

Cruises with Captain Cook Cruises

• 3-Night Southern Yasawa Island Cruise
• 4-Night Northern Yasawa Island Cruise
• 7-Night Mamanuca & Yasawa Island Cruise
• 7-Night Colonial Fiji Discovery Cruise (Lomaiviti & Taveuni Islands)
• 7-Night 4 Cultures Discovery Cruise (Vanua Levu)
• 11-Night Lau & Kadavu Cruise

These cruises are also available to compare and book on Tripadvisor .

Blue Lagoon Cruises

Offering a selection of adult-only small-ship cruises in the Mamanuca and the Yasawa Islands, Blue Lagoon Cruises provides a unique way to explore this South Pacific paradise.

The small ship of Blue Lagoon Cruises has just 34 cabins for a boutique experience while sailing around the archipelago of Fiji, with just four hours of cruising time per day. Cruises include a range of complimentary excursions and activities, snorkelling equipment, all meals, traditional Fijian entertainment and more, while optional extras on their cruises include sports fishing, scuba diving and spa treatments.

Cruises with Blue Lagoon Cruises

• 3-Night Explorer Cruise
• 4-Night Wanderer Cruise
• 7-Night Escape to Paradise

Ferries and Day Cruises in Fiji

If a small-ship cruise doesn’t sound like your thing, then there are alternative ways to island-hop in Fiji. Ferries and water taxis in the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands present an alternative way to go from island to island, staying at various island resorts rather than on the boat.

South Sea Cruises/Awesome Adventures Fiji

The hop-on hop-off ferry with South Sea Cruises , also known as Awesome Adventures Fiji, offers flexible multi-journey passes to create your own itinerary around the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands. The Bula Pass allows you to hop on and hop off the ferry as much as you want within five to 15 days with twice-daily departures. Alternatively, there are set itineraries passes for those who would prefer less planning, such as:

• 5-Night Island Time Package
• 6-Night Coconut Cruiser Package
• 8-Night Fiji Discovery Package
• 11-Night Tropical Island Explorer Package

These cruises are also available to compare and book on Tripadvisor . Get more tips on ferry passes in the How to Make the Most of Your Fiji Island Hopping-Pass .

Day Cruises in Fiji

If you have limited time in Fiji, day cruises departing from Port Denarau are a good way to get a taste of the islands. Most day cruises either take passengers for a day trip to one island and resort or do some island-hopping and snorkelling. Check out listings for both experiences in:

• 9 Best Island-Hopping Cruises in Fiji
• 10 Best Island Day Trips in Fiji .

More About Cruises Around Fiji

• How to Find & Book Cruises Around the Fiji Islands

The Guide to Travelling in Fiji by Ferry

• What are the Ferry Passes to Travel Around Fiji?

That’s it from the guide to cruises around Fiji. Check out more transport options around the islands in our Fiji Transport Guide: 16 Best Ways to Get Around Fiji .

This article was reviewed and published by Laura, editor in chief and co-founder of Fiji Pocket Guide. Since arriving solo in the South Pacific over 10 years ago with nothing but a backpack and a background in journalism, her mission has been to show the world how easy (and awesome) it is to explore a paradise such as Fiji. She knows the islands inside-out and loves sharing tips on how best to experience Fiji’s must-dos and hidden gems. Laura is also editor of several other South Pacific travel guides.

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Blue Lagoon Cruises offer three itineraries, each taking you on a journey into Fiji’s spectacular Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands. Sail to uninhabited tropical islands, anchor in private lagoons, spend countless hours lazing on golden beaches and swim, snorkel or dive in clear blue waters.

A maximum 4 hours cruising per day ensures you spend more time exploring onshore and less time on the ship. Visit remote island villages, discover the ancient Fijian culture, sit down to an island feast set on a breathtakingly beautiful beach, swim with manta rays, learn how to cook traditional Fijian dishes, and stop off at the Sacred Islands and Sawa i lau Caves.

Our small ship , Fiji Princess accommodates 68 passengers, meaning our cruises are always personal and friendly, complimented by our 100% Fijian crew. With over 60 years experience cruising the islands of Fiji, Blue Lagoon Cruises know how to show you the best of the South Pacific!

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Blue Lagoon Cruises ship, Fiji Princess has been purpose-built for cruising and selected for the ocean going conditions of the Fiji waters, especially around the Yasawa Islands.

The small size of Blue Lagoon Cruises cruise ship, Fiji Princess is just one of the things that makes a cruise with us so special.

Accommodating up to 68 passengers and measuring only 179 feet (55 metres) in length, we can access bays and islands that would be impossible to reach in a large ship.

We can get so close to shore, that we can tie off a coconut tree and you can swim to the beach!

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• Transfers from Denarau/Nadi hotels on day of cruise departure
• All scheduled cruise excursions and activities (and ship to shore transfers)
• Cruise accommodation with ensuites facilities
• Complimentary mini bar (filled once on the day of departure) with a selection of premium beer, soft drinks, sparkling wine & snacks
• All meals including breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner
• All activities (except Diving) - see details under "Cruise Details"
• Tea, coffee, filtered water, juice included and available all day long
• Captains complimentary champagne cocktail
• Welcome gift of a reusable metal drink bottle and sulu (sarong) per person and a branded tote bag per cabin
• Use of snorkelling gear and non-motorised water sports equipment at Nanuya Lailai
• Traditional Fijian entertainment
• All port charges, taxes and entrance fees for activities and village visits

All Orchid Deck cabins include a welcome fruit platter, complimentary daily stocked mini bar (beer, wine, soft drinks & bottled water), a Pure Fiji sun care pack, in cabin and espresso coffee machine and tea making facilities,  all meals, afternoon tea, cruise entertainment, entrance fees and activities in the cruise itinerary.

Departures and Check-in

Departs from Port Denarau every Friday at 3.00pm on the M.V. Fiji Princess. Returns to Port Denarau the next Friday at 10.00am.

Check-in takes place at Port Denarau, Viti Levu, at the dedicated Blue Lagoon Cruises check-in counter, from 1.30pm until 2.30pm.

Note: Transfers are also available from Mamanuca Island Resorts direct to the M.V. Fiji Princess.

Blue Lagoon Cruises have a minimum age policy of 14 years for children travelling with parents outside of special 'Family Cruise Departure Dates'. Check Family cruise details in terms and condition page.

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Available Activities: Visit to Modriki Island, Captain's Dinner

Available Activities: Swimming, Fiji Style High Tea, Reef Snorkelling, Cooking Lessons

Available Activities: Explore Blue Lagoon Cruises Private Island, Traditional Lovo Cooked Meal, Fiji Style High Tea, Snorkelling, Fish Feeding, Volleyball

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Fiji Princess

The M.V. Fiji Princess will be your home away from home for the duration of your cruise, except you’ll wake up in a different stunning location each morning and with 70 years' experience cruising the islands of Fiji, Blue Lagoon Cruises know all the best places to take you! Who better to show you their home than the Fijians themselves? The all-Fijian crew and with a high crew member-to-guest ratio ensure you will be well looked after. The crew will quickly know you by name and every way you turn there will be a big ‘BULA’ welcome.

The small size of the cruise ship is just one of the reasons it is so special. Measuring 179 feet (55 metres), the M.V. Fiji Proncess can access bays and islands that would be impossible to reach in a larger ship – it can get so close to shore that it's possible to tie off to a coconut tree and you can swim to the beach!

• With a maximum of 68 passengers and up to 30 Fijian crew, you know you will be well looked after with true Fijian hospitality
• Due to the small number of guests, no matter which beach or island you visit, there won't be crowds. Most of the time, guests are the only people on the beach!
• The vessels décor is fresh and nautical, with echoes of the romantic age of cruising gone by
• You only need to unpack once and then let your floating hotel take you from idyllic place to idyllic experience – everyday somewhere and something different
• Visit traditional Fijian villages, swim in crystal-clear lagoons and gaze out on tropical vistas you thought only existed in movies
• Guests often make friends for life, given the social atmosphere of small ship cruising
• If conditions are rough due to winds and swells, it's easy to alter itinerary to cruise on the sheltered side of the islands

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Belching Volcano and Flowing Lava Dent Tourism in Icelandic Region

In a country that relies heavily on visitors, hotels faced repeated evacuations, and one resort was temporarily shut.

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The Blue Lagoon resort in the south of Iceland is a scenic network of steaming azure pools surrounded by dark rocks, where tourists dip in the geothermal water, have spa treatments and enjoy what the resort advertises as “a universe of radiant well-being.”

But last week, a stream of radiant lava burst from a crater a few miles from the resort, forcing it to evacuate hundreds of guests, in yet another eruption of a volcano system in the Reykjanes Peninsula that had been dormant for 800 years.

The outbursts began in 2021, and the eruptions and earthquakes in the peninsula have destroyed some houses and forced villagers from their homes. One construction worker went missing in the town of Grindavik after falling down a crack caused by an earthquake.

The effects of the volcanic eruptions have rippled out beyond the peninsula, disrupting the tourism operations of a country that relies heavily on visitors.

Arnar Már Ólafsson, director general of the Icelandic Tourist Board, said that when a looming volcanic eruption led to the evacuation of Grindavik in November, it resulted in global anxiety that brought a drop in tourists.

“A spouting volcano doesn’t sound very inviting,” he said.

Icelandair, the country’s national airline, said it also saw a “significant negative impact on bookings” in the last months of 2023. And the low-cost Icelandic airline Play said that news of the eruption “cooled demand for Iceland as a destination.”

The tourism board did not release an estimate for the financial losses, and the airlines, while saying they experienced significantly slowed sales, did not quantify them.

Airline officials and the tourism board director stated emphatically in interviews and in the national news media that the reaction was unwarranted because the eruptions did not represent a direct threat to visitors or flights. They accused the news media of “alarmism.”

“In the international press, it just looks as if Iceland is ruined,” Birgir Jónsson, then Play’s chief executive, said in an interview published in December by a financial magazine.

Tourists used to flock to the Reykjanes Peninsula to watch the northern lights or bathe in the waters of the Blue Lagoon resort. But since the November earthquakes, the Blue Lagoon has had to close for some days . It said in a statement on Wednesday that it had also shut down from March 16 until at least Thursday and would continue to follow the authorities’ safety guidelines.

The Northern Light Inn, a family-run hotel, has also had to evacuate its guests four times since January and close for weeks, said Fridrik Einarsson, the inn’s owner. Now, they are compensating for the drop in tourists by serving lunches to the construction workers building protection walls in the area.

“If this continues for a long period of time, it will eventually be very, very challenging for us ,” Mr. Einarsson said.

Mr. Ólafsson said that any threat to the Blue Lagoon geothermal resort undermined a key component of Iceland’s tourism sector.

“Without the Blue Lagoon, it would be a different destination,” he said, “like Egypt without the pyramids or Paris without the Eiffel Tower.”

The resort is particularly popular with visitors from the United States, and every year, hundreds of thousands of people visit the spa, according to the Blue Lagoon’s website. The spa is now protected by barriers.

The resort owes its existence to the geothermal energy generated by the volcanic system, which heats up its waters. But that same system is also now its main threat.

That paradox, many say, is at the heart of Iceland’s identity as an adventure travel destination where tourists seek out untamed nature in the form of waterfalls, glaciers and hot springs. And 130 volcanoes.

During the volcanic eruptions last year, as tourists flocked to sites where they could see the glowing river of lava, the government had to warn people to steer clear of the area since the situation could turn dangerous.

Now, Icelandic tourism operators say, the anxiety has eased somewhat, and tourism demand has gone up again since January. But for those remaining in the peninsula, there seems to be no immediate end in sight to the disruption of their businesses.

Last week, as Mr. Einarsson, the inn owner, evacuated his guests to another hotel because of the volcanic eruption, he said they could see lava from the parking lot.

“It’s quite a magnificent experience, to see a volcano,” he said.

Mr. Einarsson called his relationship to volcanoes a “tricky love and hate situation.”

On one hand, he said, “people are understandably concerned to stay in a hotel next to an eruption site.” On the other, he said, people come to Iceland for its nature, and the nature would not be the same without the country’s volcanoes.

“And I would not be in the business,” he said.

Egill Bjarnason contributed reporting from Gran Canaria, Spain.

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