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Founded in 1992, Blue Lagoon Iceland has long been a sustainable destination due to the beneficial powers of its famed geothermal seawater. Nestled in the heart of an 800-year-old lava field on the Reykjanes Peninsula, and conveniently located between Reykjavik and Iceland’s international airport, Blue Lagoon Iceland is a sustainability-first company encompassing hotels, restaurants, research & development, renowned skin care lines, and a place for wellbeing. In 2012, the company’s iconic centerpiece – the waters of the Blue Lagoon – was named one of “25 Wonders of the World” by National Geographic, propelling the majestic, healing waters into the upper echelons of global travel destinations. In 2018, the company continued its evolution with the opening of the Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland, the country’s first, five-star spa hotel. Included in Time Magazine’s list of “The World’s 100 Greatest Places,” the Retreat features a 62-suite, award-winning, luxury hotel; a subterranean spa featuring the signature Blue Lagoon Ritual and in-water massage; a mineral-rich, private lagoon; and two new restaurants, including Moss, a Michelin-recommended destination.

Over 20 years ago, VOSS was born in Norway, a country known for fresh air, untouched natural resources, modern elegance and high standards of quality. VOSS quickly became known and admired for its sleek, beautiful exterior, making it perhaps the most iconic and recognizable water bottle ever. But that beauty on the outside has always reflected the beauty of what is on the inside of every bottle. As VOSS continues to evolve and bring new hydration experiences to the market, the highest standard of quality remains unchanged as well as our commitment to sustainability.

The Icelandic Glacial brand is owned and operated by Icelandic Water Holdings ehf. based in Hlidarendi, Ölfus, Iceland. Icelandic Water Holdings controls the sole commercial rights to bottle and sell water from the legendary Ölfus Spring. The capacity of the Spring is recognized as one of the largest in the world. Its daily overflow is more than double the total quantity of bottled water consumed worldwide, delivering a naturally replenishing supply of exceptionally pure water which is bottled for discerning consumers to enjoy. Icelandic Water Holdings was established in April 2004 by a group of private investors and with an experienced management team, they have developed a world-class, NSF-certified bottling plant and a multi award-winning product under the Icelandic Glacial brand. The company has been exporting Icelandic Glacial to consumers around the world since 2005. In the United States, it is distributed by Anheuser-Busch, which took a 20% ownership stake in the company in July 2007. Since that time, Icelandic Glacial has become one of the fastest growing premium bottled waters in the US. It is available at fine retailers, restaurants and hotels nationwide. In addition, Icelandic Glacial is available in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, France, Russia, Canada, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, China and of course Iceland. Additional markets are forthcoming.