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Nuuk, the capital of Greenland, is on its way to being the first capital city in the world to be certified under the EarthCheck Destination Standard.

After a year with virtually no tourists to Greenland, it is still uncertain when and how adventure-seeking tourists can visit in 2021. Visit Greenland tries to answer this in this article.

Visit Greenland has made the ‘big league’! Their locally-produced video, ‘Future of Travel in Greenland’, which is about COVID-19 and their staycation campaign, Nunarput Nuan, has been nominated for a Webby, the Oscars of the internet.

The Greenlandic population has in general become more positive towards tourists. This is according to a new report made by Visit Greenland.

Kangiata Illorsua - the Icefjord Centre in Ilulissat - will soon welcome visitors inside. This new visitor centre will attract more tourists to the area.

The news that Nuuk has been certified by EarthCheck as the first capital city in the world to become a sustainable tourism destination brings joy to the tourism industry.

Both Visit Greenland and Kalaallit Airports were present when representatives of the world’s airlines, airports and route developers gathered recently for the conference called Routes in Milan, Italy.

From updated travel tips to live weather info and tips for self-guided tourists, travellers will have a new suite of useful information to plan their trip to 27 known and lesser-visited places in Greenland.

This summer, there has been much debate about cruise tourism in Greenland. Some believe that too many ships are calling with too few regulations, while others believe that capacity has not yet been reached.

Flying off the success of Icelandair Mid-Atlantic 2023, Icelandair and Visit Greenland have formally renewed a marketing partnership to promote and develop Greenland as a destination through the Icelandair route networks.

We are incredibly honored to receive second place Deauville Green Award, for the film "Date a Destination: Greenland as six personalities" in the category "Eco-tourism and Responsible Travel

Straddling five core markets, brand-new market analyses reveal both opportunities and growth potentials for tourism in Greenland.

Our Film 'Date a Destination: Greenland as Six Personalities' Shortlisted for Skift IDEA Awards!

Sisimiut Private Boat Safari has just been awarded this year's Greenland Tourism Award, which is presented in co-operation with Visit Greenland and Air Greenland.

Greenland has been honoured with a Bronze award in the category of Desirable Emerging Destination at the 22nd annual Reader Travel Awards, hosted by Wanderlust, the UK’s leading travel magazine known for its extensive reach and history.

In the summer of 2023, eight key players in tourism and society came together to produce an in-depth analysis of the economic impact of foreign tourism in Greenland.

Greenland Featured on Intrepid Travel's 2025 'Not Hot List' – Supporting Responsible Tourism Development.

Whether you’re at home or visiting Greenland in the Arctic, these "goggles" remind you to focus on what truly matters.

Starting today, March 17, 2025, Air Greenland reopens its direct flights between Copenhagen and Kangerlussuaq with 2 weekly departures.

Visit Greenland has published a new 10-year strategy today that sets the framework for the organisation’s strategic priorities and initiatives towards 2035.

Reykjavík / Nuuk, 4th June 2025 – As the first MAX 737 landed this week from Keflavik to Nuuk, marking an increase in capacity for flights to Greenland, Icelandair and Visit Greenland are pleased to announce the renewal of their long-standing partnership.

Visit Greenland’s board of directors has just extended the contract with Anne Nivíka Grødem for a new three-year period.

Raw Arctic ApS and the team behind it have, in a short time, built a company that is paving the way for the future of tourism in Greenland. With a strong focus on sustainability, culture, and authentic experiences, they have laid a solid foundation for responsible tourism.

Visit Greenland’s brand film Greenland Goggles 2.0 – See Greenland Through Local Eyes has received double bronze in the categories Marketing, Advertising & PR: Branded Content and Video Ad Long Form at this year’s The Lovie Awards, which celebrate digital creativity and innovation. The film is highlighted for its authentic storytelling, showcasing Greenland through local eyes and reflecting Visit Greenland’s 10-year strategy Kalaallit Nunaat – and all that we share.