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As the northern lights begin its peak activity, Visit Norway invites everyone to experience this magical natural light show.

China officially confirmed the expansion of visa-free travel for 9 new countries, including regional neighbour South Korea. 

COMO Hotels and Resorts announced its first-ever cruise: COMO Journey: Into the Arctic which sets sail on 30 July 2025.

Norwegian-owned coastal cruise line Havila Voyages received the official "Made in Norway" origin mark from Innovation Norway, following an application process that includes strict criteria…

Up Norway, the curator of sustainable luxury travel experiences in Norway, has launched a partnership with eco-friendly luxury cruise provider Havila Voyages.

Cold plunges are more than just a dip in chilly waters; they are an invitation to connect with nature’s beauty and cultural heritage.

Europe’s largest event village, Oslofjord Convention Center in Norway, has chosen property management software specialist RMS Cloud to automate over 30,000 bookings per year and simplify its…

Custom tour operator Audley Travel has expanded its Norway program, with the addition of summer and winter trips to the north of the country.

Finnair is relaunching its popular route to Bodø, Norway, today after a successful launch last summer. The new route from Helsinki remains the only scheduled international flight from the…

Visit Tampere is staying steadfast in pursuit of sustainable tourism and has announced a significant collaboration with the City of Helsinki and a group of companies to create the Urban…

As Aurora seekers and arctic adventurers get ready to book their flights to this coveted destination this winter, Moxy Tromsø is the perfect place to stay, being just a 5-minute drive from…

Sustainable luxury travel curator Up Norway announces a collaboration with Kistefos Museum to offer an exclusive journey into the realms of art, architecture, and Norwegian heritage.

eFuels leader Infinium has reached an agreement with SMA  Mineral (SMA) that will advance the development of Infinium’s eFuels project at the Mo  Industripark in Mo i Rana, Norway.

HX today unveiled a new Northern Norway itinerary, set to launch in January 2026 at the peak of the aurora season: "Ultimate Norway – Arctic Expedition Under the Northern Lights

TUI has launched three new tour destinations in the tourist hotspots of Canada, Mexico and Norway following the news of its tours programme expanding late last year offering tours in 22…

Norway’s leading sustainable luxury travel curator, Up Norway, is debuting its first group trip departure in collaboration with Norway House, the premier Norwegian arts, business, and…

The heart of Helsinki welcomes a new chapter in luxury Nordic hospitality with the opening of The Hotel Maria on December 15. Proudly joining Preferred Hotels & Resorts' prestigious…

The global internet population has grown by 189 million, or 3.7% year-over-year, reaching an impressive 5.3 billion in October. That means over 65% of the world`s population has internet…

An innovative cultural centre, Kunstsilo will invite visitors to interact with art and experience Southern Norway’s most spectacular archipelago.

Norwegian Viva – Norwegian Cruise Line’s 19th cruise ship — is scheduled to depart from San Juan, Puerto Rico, on her maiden voyage on 15 December 2023. The second ship of the Prima…

The World Cruise Awards are internationally recognised for celebrating the world’s most extraordinary cruise experiences. A worldwide vote of cruise experts, media, and customers decides…

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) unveiled the all-new Norwegian Aqua, the first of the extended Prima Plus Class, which will start sailing in April 2025. Travellers can book Norwegian…

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL) celebrated its long-awaited return to Asia as Norwegian Jewel set sail from Tokyo and commenced its extensive six-month season of voyages in the region.…

After launching the world’s first expedition cruise in 1896, Hurtigruten Group AS is taking its adventure travel brand Hurtigruten Expeditions to the next level. This includes a new global…

Norwegian Cruise Line has unveiled immersive, destination-rich itineraries for its 2024/25 season in the region. This fascinating programme includes a 12-day cruise on the luxurious…

The hotels are already part of Scandic’s pipeline and will open in 2025 in Tromsø, Norway, and in 2026 in Aarhus, Denmark.

Early Thursday morning, Havila Pollux arrived in Norway from the Tersan shipyard in Turkey, completing the fleet of Havila Voyages. A few hours later she docked behind her sister ship,…

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), with a 56-year history of breaking boundaries, welcomed the very first guests to sail aboard the all-new Norwegian Viva, NCL's highly anticipated new…

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 56-year history of breaking boundaries, today took delivery of Norwegian Viva, the newest vessel in the now…

Hurtigruten Norway intends to launch its first zero-emission cruise ship in 2030, eventually converting the entire fleet to run without emissions. The new 500-passenger ship,…

In celebration of their 130th anniversary, Hurtigruten Norway has raised 1,700 bottles of the world’s first Arctic-water-aged sparkling wine from a top-secret location off the Norwegian…

Norwegian Cruise Line is counting down the days until the much-anticipated return of the freshly rejuvenated Norwegian Jewel to Asia after over three years, on 19 October and 11 November…

Norwegian fjords are one of the most breathtaking natural wonders of the world. They are characterized by steep cliffs, deep valleys, and clear blue waters. These fjords are…

Regent Seven Seas Cruises, a Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings subsidiary, has unveiled five Grand Voyages for 2025 and 2026. Four ships on cruises ranging up to 117 nights will visit…

Crystal Ski Holidays has launched a new charter flight to Norway for its winter 2023-24 season. The TUI Airways flight from London Gatwick to Oslo Gardermoen will depart every Sunday from 17…

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, announced the appointment of David J. Herrera as NCL’S new President effective 1 April 2023, as Harry J. Sommer…

To meet the growing demand for air cargo transportation, Bluebird Nordic, Icelandic ACMI leasing and cargo airline, continues its fleet expansion by adding a fifth Boeing 737-800 freighter…

WISTA Norway released the first workshop report from its '40 by 30' initiative to promote female executive recruitment in the ocean industries at its recent successful AGM, where three new…

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 56-year history of breaking boundaries, announced that, for the first time, three ships – Norwegian Spirit,…

The four new Prima-class vessels being built for Norwegian Cruise Line will be larger and more environmentally friendly than its predecessor thanks to their use of green methanol as…

As the second stage in its exciting launch, Sommerro, Oslo’s newest luxury hotel, has announced the opening of Villa Inkognito in April 2023. One of the most anticipated launches for 2023,…

The long-awaited brand-new Norwegian Spirit will finally dock in Sydney on 21 December. Norwegian Spirit’s arrival in Australia symbolises Norwegian Cruise Line’s long-awaited return to…

January a new train service will operate five departures a week between Stockholm Norvik Port and the Eskilstuna Intermodal Terminal.

Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, unveiled its winter 2024/25 and summer 2025 cruises sailing to bucket-list destinations in Europe, the Caribbean, and …

Who are these creatures, and where do you meet them? Looking for adventure? Go troll hunting in Norway! Feel the presence of the mythical trolls while exploring stunning rock formations,…

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Norwegian Prima set the standard for the line’s new class of cruise ships in 2022. The first of six Prima-class ships, the opulent ship provides a variety of…

Norwegian Cruise Line and its parent company are adopting green methanol as their prefered decarbonization strategy. While Carnival Corporation, MSC Cruises, and Royal Caribbean Group…

Gap years are no longer the preserve of the young, as nearly four in ten (37%) in their golden years have decided to seize the moment and book a life-changing trip. Cruises (38%), city…

The top travel trends that emerged from the August 2022 study include that 8 in 10 urban Indian families who are planning to travel internationally are considering a cruise holiday in the…

“Border can be closed in a few hours’ notice,” Norway’s Minister of Justice Emilie Enger Mehl has stressed regarding imposing bans on Russians.

Hurtigruten Norway has launched its first environmentally-upgraded battery-hybrid powered ship, MS Richard With. It is the first of seven in the Coastal Express fleet to be upgraded, and now…

An environmental movement in the cruise industry is underway, exploring setting the standard with a cutting-edge electric ship. Norway has ordered the removal of ships fuelled by…

Nordic Hotels & Resorts has announced the grand opening of its newest luxury hotel, Sommerro, located in the heart of Frogner in Oslo’s West End. One of Europe’s most anticipated…

Norwegian Prima will be the first major cruise ship christened in Iceland, commencing her eight-day inaugural voyage in the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik

London next! New long-haul-only operator Norse Atlantic Airways (NBT) continues with its two-class Boeing 787 North Atlantic build-up with the introduction of Oslo – Orlando, a three…

The summit will be held in collaboration with Visit Norway at Thon Hotel Nordlys in the Arctic city of Bodø—one of the country’s regions most vulnerable to climate change

eTurboNews | eTN Packing up and moving to a foreign country is something we all consider from time to time. Work is a major factor that must be considered when looking at moving to a new…

Scandinavian Airlines, known as SAS, has announced that passengers flying inside or between Sweden, Denmark, and Norway will no longer be required to wear masks on their flights.

Norwegian Air has awarded $3.5 million in management bonuses just as the carrier emerged from bankruptcy protection and restructuring.

The Trip Boutique and VisitOSLO announce launch of a partnership by which VisitOSLO will offer custom-made itineraries

Hurtigruten has signed a deal with Widgety to make the latest information and content from the expedition brand available to UK travel agents. Widgety works with over 500 travel agents…

Strengthening Norway’s position as a cultural hotspot, Oslo’s new public library, Deichman Bjørvika, has finally opened its doors for the public of Oslo and visitors to the Norwegian…

A new and unique film now commemorates Kristian Bing for the achievements he performed especially in the Nordfjord region over 100 years ago. Visit Nordfjord has now released a short…

In today’s society, being aware of your eco-footprint is increasingly important. Whether it’s during your commute, in the office, or even during your lunch break, some cities are better…

A new service has taken off to Haugesund, operated by Loganair at Aberdeen International Airport. From 24 February, flights are operating all year round four times a week on a Monday,…

Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has launched tickets to Sweden and Norway’s largest ski resorts, Sälen and Trysil, for winter 2020-21. Direct flights from London Heathrow to Scandinavian…

Suffolk-based Fred. Olsen staff travelled the distance from their Ipswich offices to their international headquarters in Oslo, Norway – a total of 894 miles – in support of East Anglia’s…

2020 is a year for red carpets, evening dresses and champagne – at least in Oslo. As several projects long in the making are finally getting ready to open their doors to the public, you can…

Where’s the best place to ring in the New Year? TicketLens is releasing a study that reveals the Most Expensive European Capital Cities To Visit on New Year’s Eve.

Norwegian Cruise Line has taken delivery of its newest ship, the 17th on its fleet, Norwegian Encore in Bremerhaven, Germany.

Norwegian will incorporate SkyBreathe, a fuel efficiency tool which analyses the entire flight operations and helps to optimise flights and further reduce fuel consumption leading to…

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Oslo has been a symbol and a landmark over the Norwegian capital since the opening in 1975. In order to stay relevant and continue to give the guests the…

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is collaborating with 24 Thai start-ups to break into the Nordic market under a project entitled ‘Bringing New Shades of Thailand to Nordic…

Summer is here and everyone is bound somewhere for a holiday, especially in August bank holiday.

From hidden disability awareness to mobility assistance, there are multiple ways travel can be improved for people with a disability.

Norwegian airline Widerøe will add further flights to Bergen from Aberdeen International Airport later this year. From September, there will be an additional departure on a Sunday,…

Globehunters has analysed 34 OECD countries based on 11 factors to know the best place to relocate as an expat.

Marriott International’s next-gen traveling brand, Moxy Hotels, is opening a new hotel in Tromsø, the go-to city in Norway to experience the northern lights. The new hotel and its 200…

European multinational Airbus has shown its commitment to greener travel today by signing an agreement with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) to sink some capital into researching the…

Viking Sky cruise ship has arrived safely on the port after nearly 24 hours of rescue operations. The horrifying incident left 20 people injured, but no casualty is recorded.

With the number of foreign visitors to Hainan Province in China reaching 1.1 million in 2017, contributing to an impressive total of 67.5m tourists to the island and numerous projects such…

I sat down with Steve Odell to discuss NCL’s Asian strategy, Chinese tourists' growing interest in cruises, new ship Norwegian Bliss, future plans and a whole lot more.

Adventure travel company, Hurtigruten, has launched its new 20190/2020 brochure, featuring enhancements to its Norwegian Coastal Voyages.

Providing a broad range of cruise adventures, Silversea Expeditions has unlocked two travel experiences in vastly different marine environments – the Arctic Ice Edge near the North Pole and…

When you think of camping by the beach, the Arctic is probably the last place in mind. However, the new glamping experience in Lofoten Islands in northern Norway may change all that. The…

The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority announced the opening of its first international representation office in the Nordics in a move to strengthen ties with the region.

Travel commerce platform, Travelport announced a new multi-year technology and content agreement with Norwegian travel agency chain, G Travel.

Cruise Baltic made a strong impression at the annual Cruise360 trade show this week. Putting the spotlight on trade and how it intends to support TAs with the knowledge of how best to…

Svart will reduce its yearly energy consumption by 85% compared to a modern hotel and it looks absolutely stunning.

Kirker Holidays is offering tailor-made itineraries to three Nordic destinations this winter. Whilst there is always an element of luck (and favourable weather conditions) involved in…

Hurtigruten, launched its 2018/ 2019 program in Singapore at a consumer event hosted by its GSA, Scenic Travel. As the largest player in both poles, sailings depart from Norway, Iceland,…

Hurtigruten, the adventure travel company, has unveiled the 2017/18 winter brochure, packed with a wide range of itineraries and award winning excursions to help adventurers experience and…