14 Popular Countries Now Making It Harder for Tourists to Visit in 2025

3. Iceland: The "Nature Pledge" & Dispersal Dynamics

Iceland’s otherworldly landscapes face increasing pressure. In 2025, beyond localized access restrictions at highly sensitive sites like specific geothermal areas or bird cliffs during nesting season, authorities are championing a new "Nature Pledge" system. This involves visitors committing to responsible tourism guidelines upon arrival, potentially linked to a digital pass. Moreover, a sophisticated marketing and infrastructure push now actively diverts tourists to stunning, lesser-known regions of the Westfjords and North, aiming to alleviate pressure on the south coast’s hotspots.