# Icelandic Voyage Photography 'Chance Encounters' Captures the Breathtaking Beauty of Iceland By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-05-17 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chance-encounters References: [refinery29](http://www.refinery29.com/voyage-detudes/5) & [voyagedetudes](http://www.voyagedetudes.com/studies/chance-encounters/) London-based freelance writer Louise Benson documented her trip to Iceland, in a series she titled 'Chance Encounters,' for Voyage D’etudes, an online collective where travel enthusiasts share their stories with other wanderlusting individuals. Benson purchased a ticket to Reykjavik for her and her on-again-off-again boyfriend on a whim. The duo then embarked on an exciting road trip, touring some of Iceland's most secluded hot springs and pools. Benson photographed the awe-inspiring landscape, from colorful rooftops that dotted the harbor to the endless stretches of mossy rock. Recounting the trip, Benson explains, "Iceland was a fantasy place to me, which embodied the most surreal, the most contrasting and the most difficult elements that I could imagine. I went there to see how true this really was, and to take photographs again.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Adventure Travel:** Opportunity to cater to travelers seeking unique and off-the-beaten-path destinations like Iceland. - **Photography Experiences:** Demand for photography-focused travel experiences that allow individuals to capture iconic landscapes and scenes. - **Online Travel Communities:** Rise in online platforms where travel enthusiasts can share their stories and inspire others to explore new destinations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Tourism:** Potential for travel agencies and tour operators to create specialized itineraries and packages for adventure travelers. - **Photography:** Opportunity for photography workshops and tours that focus on capturing unique landscapes and natural beauty. - **Digital Media:** Growing market for online travel communities and platforms that connect like-minded travelers and provide inspiration for new destinations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adventure-Seeking Iceland Flight Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iceland-flight-program.md) - [Unique Regional Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icelandair-boasts-activities.md) - [Two-in-One Vacation Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stopover-program.md) - [Breathtaking Archipelago Getaways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/archipelago-getaway.md) - [North Iceland Lagoons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/north-iceland-geothermal-vacations.md) - [Horse-Themed Iceland Travel Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outhorse-your-email.md) - [Haunting Glacial Fragrances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joklalykt.md) - [Travel Lifestyle Brand Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-changed-me.md) - [Unique Destination Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-hot-list.md)