Thordis Loa Thorhallsdottir

With its strategic location midway between North America and Europe, award-winning Harpa Conference Centre and rapidly increasing hotel capacity, Reykjavik is expanding its meetings infrastructure and evolving into a premiere location choice for congress and incentive planners. Unlike some major European cities whose size can be intimidating, Reykjavik has a small-scale urban center that attendees find easy to navigate. The hassle-free city center is safe, clean and packed with restaurants, shopping, culture and vibrant nightlife. Visiting delegates enjoy interacting with the friendly Icelanders who speak English as their second language, and often other Scandinavian and European languages. Many Icelandic businesses welcome the opportunity to exchange ideas and knowledge with conference attendees and corporate sponsors who share a common industry. Iceland’s business interests include genetic research, pharmaceuticals and consultancy services in the geothermal energy and responsible fisheries industries. Reykjavik is nestled by stunning landscapes and incentive groups are transported to quiet nature bountiful in glaciers, waterfalls, volcanoes, lava fields, geysers, hot springs, and fjords further enhanced by winter's Northern Lights or summer's Midnight Sun. Our wide network of suppliers offers the resources and know-how to design unforgettable itineraries with activities such as snowmobiling, white-water rafting, horseback riding, hiking, glacier tours, whale-watching, cave exploration, Super Jeep safaris and wellness options in our numerous geothermal spas. DMCs have years of experience in Icelandic conditions, so planners can be confident that every precaution is taken to ensure the safety and enjoyment of participants. Meet in Reykjavik assists meeting and incentive planners by offering free, impartial information on facilities, services, and suppliers, as well as organizing site inspections. Your journey begins with us.