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easyJet changes Manchester–Akureyri schedule and extends season

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:16:00 +0000

easyJet has moved its Manchester–Akureyri flights from Tuesdays and Saturdays to Mondays and Fridays. The winter schedule to Manchester will also start three weeks earlier than planned, now beginning on October 26th.

Guide to the Northern Lights in Akureyri

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:40:00 +0000

Seeing the Northern Lights is a dream for many travellers. And Akureyri is one of the best places in Iceland to experience them. Located in North Iceland, this welcoming town offers easy access to dark skies, dramatic landscapes, and excellent viewing conditions. On a guided tour or not, the Akureyri Northern Lights experience combines comfort, flexibility, and natural beauty.

Top Spots to See the Northern Lights in North Iceland

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 10:21:00 +0000

Winter in Iceland is magic with falling snow, long cozy nights, and the ethereal Northern Lights illuminating the sky. Every year, travelers flock to Iceland for a chance to spot the dancing lights. Iconic routes like the Golden Circle draw immense c...

The Perfect North Iceland Itinerary

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:52:00 +0000

A North Iceland itinerary has everything: hot springs and canyons, whale watching tours, and even the Northern Lights in winter. Remote and unspoiled, the drama of nature extends as far as the eye can see.

Swimming pool culture recognized by UNESCO

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:58:00 +0000

The swimming pool culture of Iceland has been formally placed on the UNESCO list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This was confirmed yesterday following an 18-month evaluation period, at a meeting of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in New Delhi, India.

Fish&Chips nominated for the „National Fish and Chips Awards“

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 14:53:00 +0000

The restaurant Fish & Chips Lake Mývatn has reached the finals in the international category of “The National Fish and Chips Award 2026.” The winner will be announced in London on February 25th. The competition is considered one of the most prestigious in the UK in the seafood category, as fish and chips is one of the dishes the British are best known for offering

Chase the Northern Lights in North Iceland

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Have you ever looked up on a cold winter night and wished the sky would put on a show just for you? Up here in North Iceland, the aurora borealis tends to do exactly that. With clear skies, wide-open landscapes and minimal light pollution, it’s one of the most magical spots in the country to witness those shimmering curtains of green, pink and violet.

New hotels under construction in and near Akureyri in North Iceland

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:59:00 +0000

Travellers and agencies will have plenty of new options when looking for accommodation in Akureyri and nearby in the near future. This spring, announcements have been made about two new hotels in Akureyri, with the third one close to being completed this year at Grenivík – just a half an hour's drive away from Akureyri. Increased availability of direct flights to North Iceland year-round, both scheduled and chartered, has increased the demand for hotel rooms as well as the increased number of visitors to Iceland in general.

Thanks for Vestnorden 2025!

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:32:00 +0000

Last week, Akureyri became a gathering point for the North when the 40th Vestnorden Travel Mart filled both the Sports Hall and Hof Cultural and Conference Center with energy and collaboratio

Justin Bieber in North Iceland for new video and album

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:19:00 +0000

World famous pop star Justin Bieber came to visit North Iceland in the spring of 2025 to record his new album.

Stop in the name of love!

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:27:00 +0000

Love, Akureyri: The Act of Kindness Inspiring Akureyri’s Heart Symbol

Activities for All Seasons in North Iceland: Museums, horseback, hot baths and more

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 11:42:00 +0000

North Iceland is famous for snowy winters and bright summer nights. But despite the stark contrast, activities in the region are a lot less seasonal than one might think.

North Iceland with Kids: Viking swords and waterslides, arms out

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 11:49:00 +0000

North Iceland, wild and wonderful, allows kids to explore carefree. Treasure hunt on a wild beach, watch for whales and play in outdoor swimming pools. Family life is the way of life in the small-town North.

UK Eurovision contestants pay tribute to Húsavík with stunning performance

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:14:00 +0000

For this year's edition of Eurovision, participants were asked to perform a cover of a song of their choice. The contestants from the UK, Remember Monday, were in no doubt as they chose the epic song Húsavik (My Hometown) that was made famous in the Netflix movie Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga.

Winter flights from Zurich and Amsterdam arrive to Akureyri

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 14:28:00 +0000

Kontiki and Voigt Travel have arrive again in North Iceland with winter flights from Zurich and Amsterdam.

easyJet expands the London schedule to Akureyri

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:19:00 +0000

easyJet has officially extended the winter schedule for Akureyri from London Gatwick, with flights now available through April.

easyJet arrives from Manchester to Akureyri

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 14:27:00 +0000

The inaugural flight of easyJet from Manchester to Akureyri was completed today on a windy but bright morning in North Iceland. easyJet now offers flights from both London Gatwick and Manchester Airport twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

Vestnorden 2025 will be in Akureyri

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 13:19:00 +0000

This week it was announced that the next Vestnorden Travel Trade Show will be held in Akureyri in the autumn of 2025.

Agents in Manchester invited to discover direct flights to North Iceland

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 14:59:00 +0000

Held at Chill Factor(e), the premier indoor ski and snow sports centre in the North of England, the event 'Get the North Iceland Feeling' saw almost 50 attendees learn more about North Iceland, Iceland and importantly the opportunities available as a result of the new twice-weekly easyJet Manchester to Akureyri flights this winter.

No effect on tourism in North Iceland by eruption on Reykjanes

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 14:21:00 +0000

A new fissure eruption started on Reykjanes Peninsula on August 22, at 9:26 PM by Sundhnúksgígar crater, marking the sixth eruption in the area since December 2023. The eruption's effects are localized to the eruption site with road closures and do not threaten people.