[ohashi]

Not all nomads are cheap / poor. I know there is a stereotype (probably well earned) about nomads. It's why you see low COL places being so popular (Thailand, Bali, Portugal, Mexico, etc). They get the most attention, but there's definitely folks who make good money and have interests in different regions/climates/activities. I can definitely see the appeal of Iceland. It's gorgeous natural landscape. I didn't get to see the northern lights while there, doing a six month stay might increase those chances tremendously versus flying over and crossing my fingers. I doubt we will see a huge flood to Iceland, but offering this kind of visa makes it easier for some higher value, longer term visitors. That's good for their economy and if they make it easy enough the administrative hurdles aren't that high, even better.