Tourists flock to ‘church in the rock’ despite closure
Tourists are still turning up at Helsinki’s ‘church in the rock’ in their throngs, despite the fact that it has be closed for months.
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Gydja Collection to unleash the fire of Vatnajokull with new fragrance
After the huge success of Gydja Collection’s debut perfume, EFJ Eyjafjallajokull, the Icelandic fashion label is set to unleash its new eau de toilett...
Iceland already cleaning up after volcano: sees good summer ahead
Recent disruption caused by the now-world-famous Grimsvotn volcano is already being cleaned up and the South Iceland tourism industry is looking forwa...
Cruise passengers rescued in Swedish waters
Thousands of cruise line passengers and crew were left stranded in Swedish waters for over six hours as crews worked to repair their stricken ship.
Eruption on the wane; clean-up phase begins
(Press release from the Icelandic government): “The worst is over,” said Icelandic Prime Minister Jóhanna Sigurðardóttir today, “and now t...
Denmark and Korea enter green alliance
Last week saw the Republic of South Korea and Denmark sign a new environmental pact.
Swedes warned of summer beasties
Swedish residents need to be aware of an increased risk of wasps and snakes this year, officials have announced.
Country hotel in Iceland offers unique wedding venue
The luxury country hotel in Iceland, Hotel Budir offers to help organise and host tailor-made weddings in its unique wedding venue located on the Snae...