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Vestnorden 2025

Dates: 30th September - 1st October 2025 in Akureyri, Iceland. The Event marks yet another pivotal meeting between Businesses, Institutions and Organizations in the West Nordic region which consists of Iceland, Greenland and the Faroe Islands. It is organized under the North Atlantic Tourism Association (NATA) as vestnorden was born and nurtured by the association. Vest Norden stands out as the central meeting of industry stakeholders to adapt business, share ideas, and promote the tourism potentials of these North Atlantic destinations.

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Fostering Collaboration

The event is hosted by three nations every year. Vestnorden has been able to spread tourism and friendliness since 1986 when it first organized the meet. After Accra, Akureyri in North Iceland is a vibrant town already well known for hosting various Business Industry events and celebrations. The 2025 event makes it the first time the town will host vestnorden for the second time after 2018. With such a selection, that over caters to undertouristed economies, venue and resting places become easily accessible on a large scale.

Strategic Importance for Industry Professionals

Vestnorden 2025 is projected to be a major draw and attract about 600 participants, including suppliers from the host countries as well as buyers from over 30 countries across the globe. For industry professionals, this event provides a golden chance to:

Expand Business Networks: Interact with a wide range of tourism operators, service providers and destination marketers which helps in fostering new partnership as well as enhancing existing relationships.

Discover Emerging Trends: Understand contemporary movements and the evolution in the West Nordic tourism area in order to prepare business strategists those who will ever remain competitive.

Experience Regional Offerings: Engagement on Iceland, Greenland and Faroe Islands’s natural and cultural world through participation in pre-and post conference familiarization tours.

Akureyri: The Ideal Host

Akureyri, well-known for the most beautiful sites coupled with culture and history at the tip of Eyjafjordur Fjord, is the largest town in north Iceland. In addition, as the most populated settlement in the Northern region of Iceland, it provides easy access to some of the countries most beautiful natural features including vast waterfalls, geothermal areas, as well as whale watching sites. Furthermore, the town provides ample meeting and hospitality facilities not forgetting the amenities for food and fun that showcase the spirit of the region that entertains the visitors of the town.

Event Highlights

Participants of Vestnorden 2025 can look forward to

B2B Meetings: These frameworks allow buyers and sellers to participate in direct and effective business interactions.

Workshops and Seminars: These sessions assist in analyzing market trends, sustainability issues, and tourism innovations related to the West Nordic region.

Cultural Experiences: Integrative Arts Activities that promote and celebrate the cultural heritage, crafts, and cuisines of Iceland, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands, therefore adding personal value to the professional experience.

Preparing for Vestnorden 2025

Industry experts who wish to attend Vestnorden 2025 are encouraged to:

Register Early: Participants who want to engage with all Vestnorden activities and events need to register via the official website.

Plan Accommodations: Due to the anticipated number of participants, Akureyri accommodation reservations should be done well in advance.

Stay Informed: As with any other program, communications around Vestnorden and travel to the region should be monitored for schedule updates, program details, and any necessary warnings.

Conclusion

Vestnorden 2025 in Akureyri will be a “must attend” event for industry professionals interested in networking as well as learning about and experiencing the unique charm of the West Nordics. By attending, stakeholders in the industry will be able to improve their business opportunities as well as aid in the sustainable development of tourism in Iceland, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands.

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Published
17 February 2025
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