
Update from South Greenland
The latest news and updates from Visit South Greenland.

AECO’s Site-specific Guidelines and Greenland
We hear a lot about ‘guidelines’ in relation to Arctic tourism, and it can be difficult to stay on top of what each of them mean, where they are implemented and how they affect you as a member of the tourism industry.

Run your way through South Greenland
Marathons, terrain runs and adventure races in South Greenland. Yeah, we have a few of those down here!

News from East Greenland
East Greenland is a 5-star nature experience, says Lars Peter Anker Møller, owner of Arctic Dream.

Phased reopening: what it means for tourism
On Thursday afternoon, the Greenlandic government presented its reopening strategy, which is based on 3 phases. Visit Greenland has worked together with Natasha Martin from Good Tourism on an analysis of what the strategy could mean for Greenlandic tourism.

#2 Webinar summary of Preparing for Post-COVID travel to Greenland
As Greenland opens up for post-COVID travel, the industry is now working to reshift its way of thinking in order to deal with the tourism halt - despite the strict entry requirements enforced by the government.

Nuuk aims to be the first certified sustainable capital with EarthCheck
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.

Greenland invests in infrastructure
Greenland’s infrastructural landscape is reaching a historical point in time, and is poised to change the accessibility of the country forever.

Visit Greenland beats CNN to win the Oscars of the Internet
It was a great honour for the Kingdom of Denmark when Greenland’s tourism board, Visit Greenland, on Tuesday won a Webby People's Voice Award, also known as the Oscars of the Internet, for their self-produced video "The Future of Travel in Greenland".

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

Extreme E creates Extreme potential
Magnificent nature and the majestic Russell Glacier create the frame for the sustainable answer to Formula 1, Extreme E, which will be held in Kangerlussuaq in August.

Video guide - how to use Visit Greenland’s statistics
Here is a helpful video series about how you can make the most of tourismstat.gl, our tourism statistics portal of Greenland.

Nuuk, Greenland named to TIME’s Annual list of the World Greatest Places 2021
TIME reveals the third annual list of the World’s Greatest Places, which highlights 100 extraordinary travel destinations around the world.

Paving new futures with the Arctic Circle Road
A new independent Global Oxford Project report cites that there is a sound business case for the proposal of a future 170 kilometre gravel Arctic Circle Road connecting Kangerlussuaq to Sisimiut.

The Journey
Greenland is embarking on a journey, somewhat forced by the rapid changes in the climate, somewhat voluntarily in the way we choose to adapt. We are inviting the upcoming leaders in sustainable tourism to join us. To come with us on this journey through time – and to a place like no other.

Greenlandic UNESCO Sites - a story of ownership and local pride
Greenland has miles of magnificent unspoiled nature and colourful culture-filled settlements that do not need a UNESCO accreditation to be appreciated by visitors. However, UNESCO is an iconic brand that sells, guaranteeing visitors that they will experience a unique place.

Two Green Keys in Nuuk
In February 2022, Greenland went from having 1 Green Key certified Hotel to having 3, as Hotel Hans Egede and HHE Express obtained their certification.

Sparking dreams: new remote destinations in focus on visitgreenland.com
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.

Greenland is Great again: Ilulissat makes TIME's The World’s Greatest Places to Visit in 2022
The new airports coming to Ilulissat and Nuuk will make these Times-listed places more accessible to the world.

Sermilik Adventures wins Greenland Tourism Award 2022
Tobias Ignatiussen and Line Kristiansen from Sermilik Adventures in Tasiilaq are this year’s recipients of the Greenland Tourism Award.

Visit Greenland wants to highlight the challenges and potentials in cruise tourism
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.

Segmentation itinerary suggestions in Greenland
For inspiration purpose, we invite you to explore our destination pages which link to the list of Greenlandic DMCs and local operators providing accommodation, food, activities, and unforgettable experiences.

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

Greenland Tourism Awards 2024 goes to...
Disko Adventures has just been awarded this yeas's Greenland Tourism Award, presented in collaboration with Visit Greenland and Air Greenland.