Iceland News
easyJet holidays launches Akureyri in North Iceland as brand new destination
easyJet holidays, the UK’s fastest growing tour operator, has today put package holidays to Akureyri on sale for the first time ever, thanks to its airline, easyJet, announcing the brand new route from London Gatwick in its network.
Iceland expanded programme for Winter 23/24
Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks have expanded their Iceland programmes for Winter 23/24, meaning they are offering customers and independent travel agents their biggest ever choice of winter services and dedicated trips to this bucket list destination.
Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, Opens in the Icelandic Capital
Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton has opened its doors to guests. In a complex of seven rebuilt and new buildings, the 163-room hotel sits at the doorstep of the Icelandic parliament – Alþingi – joining Curio Collection by Hilton, a global portfolio of more than 130 one-of-a-kind hotels and resorts handpicked for their distinct character.
Pan-European Hotel Operator Launches in 12 Locations Across Iceland
A brand new hotel operator, Legendary Hotels and Resorts, will be entering the Icelandic hospitality market over the next two years, with ambitious plans to construct, purchase, or rebrand a portfolio of 12 hotels. The first hotel has already been purchased in Southern Iceland, with a full rebrand to begin early in 2023.
Breaking Travel News interview: Sylvía Ólafsdóttir, chief customer officer, Icelandair
Optimism is increasing in the Iceland tourism market, with holidaymakers drawn by the stunning scenery, quirky capital, Reykjavik, and a strong cultural scene. At the heart of it all is Icelandair, which has been vital to the local tourism sector. Here Breaking Travel News speaks to Sylvía Ólafsdóttir, chief customer officer with the flag-carrier, to find out about the coming year
Icelandair to bring ‘try before you fly’ experience to London
Icelandair has commissioned new research looking at British attitudes towards travel and an overwhelming 75 per cent of those sampled are crying out for opportunities to relax and spend quality time with family.
IHG Hotels & Resorts continues Nordic expansion with a new signing in Sweden
IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, today announces the signing of Crowne Plaza & Holiday Inn Express Stockholm Arlanda Airport, which will be the company’s first hotels in Sweden after returning to the market.
Silversea Cruises® unveils new collection of 25 voyages for Silver Endeavour
Silversea Cruises®, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has revealed a new collection of 25 voyages for its highly anticipated expedition vessel, Silver Endeavour℠—the world’s most advanced luxury expedition ship
SEATTLE WELCOMES THE TASTE OF ICELAND FESTIVAL FROM OCTOBER 6-9
Inspired by Iceland, today announced the continuation of Taste of Iceland 2022, an annual celebration of Icelandic culture in North America. Concluding the series of fall festivals, Reykjavik’s sister city, Seattle is hosting Taste of Iceland from October 6-9.