9 Amazing Facts About The Blue Lagoon - #6 Will Shock Even Icelanders!

7. Economic Impact Beyond Tourism

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The Blue Lagoon is now more than simply a tourist destination; it's a major economic driver for Iceland that stimulates creativity in many different fields. One of the biggest private companies in the nation, the facility supports thousands more indirectly through tourism-related businesses while directly employing over 600 people. Thanks in great part to the research carried out in the lagoon, Iceland's economy has been much enhanced and the nation is now well-known in the cutthroat beauty sector thanks to the establishment of a profitable skincare brand exporting goods worldwide. These goods, which take use of the special qualities of the lagoon's water and algae, are marketed in luxury markets all around and enjoy international renown. From biotechnology to renewable energy, the facility has also fostered many research initiatives generating highly skilled employment possibilities and drawing foreign investment to the nation. The success of the Blue Lagoon has motivated such projects in other areas of Iceland and around the globe, so enhancing the nation's standing as a leader in geothermal energy and environmentally friendly travel. Apart from that, the lagoon has developed into a conference and event centre drawing business visitors and supporting Iceland's expanding MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibits) travel industry.