WOW Air Will Get You To Iceland Fall 2018 With $99 Flights

Low-cost one-way flights to Reykjavik are available from eight U.S. cities

- WOW air, Iceland's premiere economy airline, announced special $99 one-way fares today from eight U.S. cities to Reykjavik in August, September and October. The discounted flights will be available from Boston (BOS), New York (JFK), Chicago (ORD), Cleveland (CLE), Dallas – Fort Worth (DFW), St. Louis (STL), San Francisco (SFO) and Pittsburgh (PIT) to Iceland (KEF).

Fares are on sale now and will be offered on select flights between August 6, 2018 and October 26, 2018. Tickets can be purchased at www.wowair.us.

"We are excited to invite visitors from the United States to experience all that Iceland has to offer in the fall," said Skúli Mogensen, founder and CEO of WOW air. "We continue to see demand for our affordable transatlantic offerings and we hope that Americans can take advantage of these low prices and enjoy Iceland in the coming months."

September and October are considered the start of the Northern Lights season, and these low price flights give lucky travelers the opportunity to see the natural phenomenon among other cultural activities going on in the city.

On August 7^th - 11^th visitors can support and participate in Reykjavik Pride and then stay to cheer on thousands of runners the next weekend on August 18^th for the Reykjavik Marathon before celebrating at Reykjavik Culture Night on the 19^th.  Film buffs interested in attending one of the biggest and most diverse cultural events in Iceland can come to the Reykjavik International Film Festival from September 27^th - October 7^th.

Launched in November 2011, WOW air now connects 39 destinations across the U.S. and Europe with the Icelandic capital. WOW air transported 2.8 million passengers in 2017, an increase of 69% on the previous year.

* From Boston (BOS), New York (JFK), Chicago (ORD), Cleveland (CLE), Dallas – Fort Worth (DFW), St. Louis (STL), San Francisco (SFO) and Pittsburgh (PIT) to Iceland (KEF). Based on lowest one-way WOW basic fare when booking round trip flights online. Includes all taxes, fees and carrier charges. Available for travel August 6, 2018 – October 26, 2018. The offer applies for 800 seats on selected flights, during the travel period and is subject to availability. Restrictions and baggage fees apply. Lowest advertised fare is exclusive to MyWOW members.

About WOW air

WOW air offers the lowest fares, a modern fleet with the lowest emissions and the biggest smile; this is the WOW air promise to its valuable customers. As of spring 2018, the airline services 39 destinations across Europe and North America including Dublin, London, Paris, Berlin, and Copenhagen.

Established in November 2011 by Icelandic entrepreneur Skúli Mogensen, the purple airline flies with Airbus A320, Airbus A321 and Airbus A330 models. WOW air boasts one of the world's youngest fleet, with an average aircraft age of just 2 years.

WOW air was ranked as the 7th best low-cost airline in Europe at the 2013, 2014 and 2015 Skytrax World Airline Awards and was the youngest airline in the top ten.

For additional information and bookings please visit https://wowair.us/.

WOW Air Announces New Route From The U.S. To India Via Iceland

 

Icelandic low fare airline WOW air will offer flights from nine U.S. airports to Delhi, India for as low as $199 starting December 5, 2018

REYKJAVÍK, Iceland- WOW air announced it will launch a new route from the U.S. to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) in Delhi, India via Iceland. The route will provide millions of Americans in nine major cities across the country affordable access to the bustling Indian metropolis. The route will launch December 5, 2018, giving business and leisure travelers affordable and easy access to the heart of India. One-way fares will start at $199* and WOW premium seats will be available for $699*.

Service to DEL will be available from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL).

"I am thrilled to broaden WOW air's offerings and bring low fare international flight service to India," said Skúli Mogensen, founder and CEO of WOW air. "We are passionate about continuing our mission of enabling everybody to fly by making international travel accessible and affordable for all, and look forward to expanding our global service to provide travellers with the opportunity to see many parts of the globe, whether for business or pleasure."

Delhi, a popular travel destination, provides visitors with magical sights, sounds, smells and tastes of its endless bazaars, as well as some of the world's prominent heritage sites. These include The Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate and the Qutub Minar. And just a 125 mile road trip from Delhi is the Taj Mahal, one of the Seven Wonders of the World.

WOW air will use brand new Airbus A330neo aircrafts on the Delhi route, which are outfitted with the new WOW premium seats offering at least 37 inches of legroom.

To purchase a flight or for more information on WOW air, please visit www.wowair.us.

* From Boston (BOS), New York (EWR), Washington D.C. (BWI), Chicago (ORD), Pittsburgh (PIT), Detroit (DTW), San Francisco (SFO), Los Angeles (LAX) and St. Louis (STL) to Dehli (DEL) via Iceland. Based on lowest one-way WOW Basic fare booked on www.wowair.us. Includes all taxes, fees and carrier charges. Available for travel 10 January – 31 March, 2019. The offer applies for 4200 seats on selected flights, only when booked on a return trip.

About WOW air

WOW air offers the lowest fares, a modern fleet with the lowest emissions and the biggest smile; this is the WOW air promise to its valuable customers. As of spring 2018, the airline services 39 destinations across Europe and North America including Dublin, London, Paris, Berlin, and Copenhagen.

Established in November 2011 by Icelandic entrepreneur Skúli Mogensen, the purple airline flies with Airbus A320, Airbus A321 and Airbus A330 models. WOW air boasts one of the world's youngest fleet, with an average aircraft age of just 2 years.

WOW air was ranked as the 7th best low-cost airline in Europe at the 2013, 2014 and 2015 Skytrax World Airline Awards and was the youngest airline in the top ten.

For additional information and bookings please visit https://wowair.us/.

Three New Flights, Two New Airlines, One New Cool Destination (Iceland) For DFW Airport Customers #dfwairport

New options for travel from DFW to Iceland begin in time for summer vacation season

DFW AIRPORT, Texas- Customers at Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport have three new, nonstop flights to Iceland just in time for the peak summer travel season. Two Icelandic-based airlines, Wow air and Icelandair, will begin flying from DFW to Reykjavík–Keflavík (KEF) International Airport in late May, and American Airlines will launch its KEF flight in early June.

"The new flights to Iceland represent even more choices for our customers and the entire Dallas Fort Worth region," said John Ackerman, DFW's executive vice president of Global Strategy and Development. "One of our top goals at DFW Airport is to grow international passenger and cargo air service to kindle new business and travel opportunities in our home region. The addition of three routes to this beautiful new destination shows the strength of demand for international travel to and from North Texas."

Iceland is an increasingly popular tourist destination and has become a convenient stopover for travelers connecting to Europe. Between the two Icelandic carriers, DFW customers will have access to 39 destinations in Europe and the Middle East. American Airlines connects travelers to Iceland through its largest hub. 

New Iceland services schedule

• Wow air
  Begins May 24, 2018
  Departs DFW at 4:10 p.m. (CDT)
  Arrives KEF at 4:45 a.m. (GMT)
  Aircraft: Airbus A330
  Seats: 350
  Service: Seasonal (summer); three times per week
  Operates from DFW Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
• Icelandair
  Begins May 31, 2018
  Departs DFW at 4:20 p.m. (CDT)
  Arrives KEF at 5:10 a.m. (GMT)
  Aircraft: Boeing 757-200
  Seats: 183
  Service: Year-round; four times per week
  Operates from DFW on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
• American Airlines
  Begins June 7, 2018
  Departs DFW at 8:20 p.m. (CDT)
  Arrives KEF at 9:15 a.m. (GMT)
  Aircraft: Boeing 757-200
  Seats: 176
  Service: Seasonal (summer); daily
  Operates from DFW seven days per week

About Dallas Fort Worth International Airport:
DFW Airport warmly welcomes more than 66 million customers along their journey every year, elevating DFW to a status as one of the most frequently visited superhub airports in the world. DFW Airport customers can choose among 173 domestic and 56 international nonstop destinations worldwide. DFW is elevating the customer experience with modernized facilities and updated amenities, as well as through a $2 billion Terminal Renewal and Improvement Program. Centered between its owner cities of Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas, DFW Airport also serves as a major economic generator for the North Texas region, producing over $37 billion in economic impact each year by connecting people through business and leisure travel. For more information, visit the DFW website or download the DFW App for iOS and Android devices.

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WOW Air Brings Back $69 Flights To Iceland For Summer And Fall 2018

Flights will be offered from 13 United States airports to Iceland

 WOW air, the ultra-low-cost transatlantic airline is offering $69 one-way fares from 13 cities in the United States to Iceland. The airline first introduced $69 one-way fares in 2017 and is excited to bring them back in time for summer and fall vacation planning.

The discounted flights will be available from Baltimore/Washington, D.C. (BWI), Chicago (ORD), Cleveland (CLE), Cincinnati (CVG), Detroit (DTW), New York (EWR & JFK), Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), St. Louis (STL), Pittsburgh (PIT), Boston (BOS), San Francisco (SFO) and Los Angeles (LAX) to Iceland (KEF).

Fares go on sale today and will be offered for flights May 1, 2018—June 20, 2018 and September 1, 2018—October 27, 2018. Tickets can be purchased starting today at www.wowair.us.

"We want to kick-off the summer travel season by giving our customers some of the lowest prices available," said Skúli Mogensen, founder and CEO of WOW air. "Over the past year we have seen a continued growth and a strong demand for affordable transatlantic airfare. We are confident we can further build upon this success in the future."

Launched in November 2011, WOW air now connects 39 destinations across the U.S. and Europe with the Icelandic capital. WOW air transported 2.8 million passengers in 2017, an increase of 69% on the previous year.

*Flights from Washington, D.C. (BWI), Chicago (ORD), Cleveland (CLE), Cincinnati (CVG), Detroit (DTW), New York (EWR & JFK), Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW), St. Louis (STL), Pittsburgh (PIT), Boston (BOS), San Francisco (SFO) and Los Angeles (LAX) to Iceland (KEF). Based on lowest one-way WOW basic fare booked on www.wowair.us. Includes all taxes, fees and carrier charges. Available for travel May - June & September - October, 2018. The offer applies for 1480 seats on selected flights, only when booking round trip flights. Subject to availability. Restrictions and baggage fees apply. Lowest advertised fare is exclusive to MyWOW members.

About WOW air

WOW air offers the lowest fares, a modern fleet with the lowest emissions and the biggest smile; this is the WOW air promise to its valuable customers. As of spring 2018, the airline services 39 destinations across Europe and North America including Dublin, London, Paris, Berlin, and Copenhagen.

Established in November 2011 by Icelandic entrepreneur Skúli Mogensen, the purple airline flies with Airbus A320, Airbus A321 and Airbus A330 models. WOW air boasts one of the world's youngest fleet, with an average aircraft age of just 2 years.

WOW air was ranked as the 7th best low-cost airline in Europe at the 2013, 2014 and 2015 Skytrax World Airline Awards and was the youngest airline in the top ten.

For additional information and bookings please visit https://wowair.us/.

WOW Air Introduces New Wow Premium Fares

WOW's premium selection offers bigger seat with affordable comfort for leisure and business travelers

 WOW air, Iceland's ultra-low-fare transatlantic airline, announces WOW premium, a new full-service ticket bundle that is perfect for the business or leisure traveler seeking a more inclusive travel experience. This new offering from WOW air will rival similar business services offered on legacy carriers with the fares remaining closer to what consumers have come to know and expect from the innovative Icelandic airline.

The WOW premium ticket bundle includes: the WOW air BigSeat, featuring a wider seat with a foot rest and at least 37 inches of legroom; priority boarding and fast track security; an in-flight meal and drinks; two checked bags; one carry-on item; one personal item; and no change fee for rescheduling and cancellation protection.

WOW premium is an enhanced version of the WOW biz offering that was announced in 2017.

"We have received great interest from businesses that want to provide their employees that travel a more comfortable experience at affordable prices that are not currently available," says Skúli Mogensen, founder and CEO of WOW air. "We believe we can be a leader in this market by offering a premium product at half the price of our competitors and look forward to continuing to lower prices over the Atlantic."

For a limited time, travelers can purchase select one-way WOW premium fares to Iceland from Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO) and New York (EWR and JFK) for as low as $399*. Additionally, WOW air is offering select one-way WOW premium fares from Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO) and New York (EWR and JFK) to Amsterdam (AMS), Paris (CDG) and London (LGW and STN) via Iceland for as low as $599*.

To learn more about WOW premium and book a premium flight, visit www.wowair.us/flights/wow-premium/.

More information about each ticket package available from WOW air is available here:

WOW basic	WOW plus	WOW comfy	WOW premium
Flight ticket 1 personal item up to a maximum of 42x32x25cm/ 17x13x10in.	Flight ticket 1 personal item 1 carry-on bag up to a maximum of 56x45x25cm/22x18x10in (12kg/26 lbs). 1 checked bag. Standard seat selection.	Flight ticket 1 personal item 1 carry-on bag 1 checked in bag. Cancellation protection. Ensures a refund if a customer cancels a flight reservation due to unavoidable reasons. More on cancellation protection here. Seat reservation. XL (seat pitch: 32" - 33") or XXL (seat pitch: 35"+). Best extra legroom seat available.	Flight ticket 1 personal item. 1 carry-on bag. 2 checked bags Cancellation protection. Ensures a refund if a customer cancels a flight reservation due to unavoidable reasons. More on cancellation protection here. BigSeat. Our biggest and most comfortable seat with a seat pitch: 37" -45") Fast Track Security at KEF airport in Iceland. Separate security lane through security control. Quicker access to the departure hall. Priority boarding (all airports). Early boarding means plenty of overhead baggage space and more time to get comfortable on board. In-flight meal. Delicious meal from our exclusive pre-order menu or food and drink from the WOW ME catalog on board. No change fee

*Flights from San Francisco (SFO), Los Angeles (LAX) and New York (EWR & JFK) to Iceland (KEF), Amsterdam (AMS), Paris (CDG) and London (LGW & STN) via Iceland. Based on lowest one-way WOW premium fare booked on www.wowair.us. Includes all taxes, fees and carrier charges. Available for travel April - June & September - October, 2018. The offer applies for 375 seats on selected flights, only when booking round trip flights. Subject to availability. Lowest advertised fare is exclusive to MyWOW members.

About WOW air

WOW air offers the lowest fares, a modern fleet with the lowest emissions and the biggest smile; this is the WOW air promise to its valuable customers. As of spring 2018, the airline services 39 destinations across Europe and North America including Dublin, London, Paris, Berlin, and Copenhagen.

Established in November 2011 by Icelandic entrepreneur Skúli Mogensen, the purple airline flies with Airbus A320, Airbus A321 and Airbus A330 models. WOW air boasts one of the world's youngest fleet, with an average aircraft age of just 2 years.

WOW air was ranked as the 7th best low-cost airline in Europe at the 2013, 2014 and 2015 Skytrax World Airline Awards and was the youngest airline in the top ten.

For additional information and bookings please visit https://wowair.us/.

Iceland’s Blue Lagoon Finally Has A Luxury Hotel

Exclusive images of the long-awaited Retreat at Blue Lagoon Iceland, which finally opened its doors.

JACQUELINE GIFFORd

, www.travelandleasure.com 

Kim Kardashian swam in its clear blue waters. So did Justin Bieber and Beyoncé. But the celebrity crowd never had a five-star place to stay at the Blue Lagoon, the world famous, man made geothermal spa just a 30-minute drive from Reykjavik. Until now.

The Retreat, a 62-suite luxury hotel within the complex, is finally welcoming travelers, and it’s poised to be a game-changer for both the Blue Lagoon and Iceland. The contemporary rooms all offer floor-to-ceiling windows so that travelers can best take in the destination’s sweeping landscapes. The suites on the lower level have private terraces facing the lava fields and surrounding waters. A few even offer direct access to the lagoon itself — so you can capture that ultimate selfie, away from the crowds.

No surprise, but wellness is a big component. The Retreat Spa offers a slew of amenities: a steam room, in-water massages, a cold well, and a full-service restaurant serving sushi, shots of thyme and crowberry, and cold-pressed beetroot juice. Smoothies use skyr, a local yogurt, alongside almond, honey, and chia. Spa guests at the Retreat can participate in a Blue Lagoon Ritual, whereby guests enter a series of interconnected rooms and cover their bodies with healing silica, algae, and minerals. Beyond the lagoon, complimentary yoga classes are also available, as are guided hikes and Northern Lights viewing tours.

 Related: The Best Months to Visit Iceland

Though Iceland may not have the culinary renown of Denmark or Sweden, its restaurants are no less impressive, focusing on farm-to-table cuisine and innovative technique just like the rest of Northern Europe. Moss Restaurant at the Retreat highlights the area’s natural bounty: scallops from the west, reindeer sourced from the east, and fresh lobster and cod from the south. For a truly special experience, you’ll want to reserve a space at the 10-seat Chef’s Table, a seven-course menu that fully immerses you in the flavors of Iceland.

Built on an 800-year-old lava flow on the Reykjanes Peninsula, the Blue Lagoon complex also has another 35-room hotel, Silica Hotel, in addition to the Retreat and public bathing area. The facilities were recently expanded and renovated to accommodate all the added visitors, which now number over one million a year.

WOW Air Brings Back $69 Flights To Iceland

Flights will be offered from six United States airports to Iceland

Iceland's ultra-low fare transatlantic airline, WOW air, wants to give everyone a chance to get away this winter with a new sale for travel through April. The airline will offer $69 one-way fares to Iceland and $89 one-way fares to select European cities including London (LGW), Amsterdam (AMS), Copenhagen (CPH), Brussels (BRU), Edinburgh (EDI), Dublin (DUB) and Frankfurt (FRA).

The discounted flights will be available from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI), Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), Newark International Airport (EWR), Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD).

Fares go on sale today and will be offered for flights between January 17, 2018 and April 24, 2018 and can be purchased starting today at www.wowair.us.

"We want to start the year by giving our customers some of the lowest prices available," said Skúli Mogensen, founder and CEO of WOW air. "We saw great success and growth over the last year and I am confident it will continue into 2018 by offering great deals on transatlantic flights."

Launched in November 2011, WOW air now connects 39 destinations across the U.S. and Europe with the Icelandic capital. WOW air transported 2.8 million passengers in 2017, an increase of 69% on the previous year

*Boston (BOS), Pittsburgh (PIT), Chicago (ORD), San Francisco (SFO), New York (EWR), Washington D.C. (BWI) to London (LGW), Amsterdam (AMS), Copenhagen (CPH), Brussels (BRU), Edinburgh (EDI), Dublin (DUB) and Frankfurt (FRA). Based on lowest one-way MY WOW fare booked on www.wowair.us. Includes all taxes, fees and carrier charges. Available for travel 17 January – 24 April 2018. The offer applies for 100 seats per flight leg on selected flights, only when booked on a return trip.

*Boston (BOS), Pittsburgh (PIT), Chicago (ORD), San Francisco (SFO), Washington D.C. (BWI) to Iceland (KEF). Based on lowest one-way MY WOW fare booked on www.wowair.us. Includes all taxes, fees and carrier charges. Available for travel 17 January – 24 April 2018. The offer applies for 100 seats per flight leg on selected flights, only when booked on a return trip.

About WOW air

WOW air offers the lowest fares, a modern fleet with the lowest emissions and the biggest smile; this is the WOW air promise to its valuable customers. As of spring 2018, the airline services 39 destinations across Europe and North America including Dublin, London, Paris, Berlin, and Copenhagen.

Established in November 2011 by Icelandic entrepreneur Skúli Mogensen, the purple airline flies with Airbus A320, Airbus A321 and Airbus A330 models. WOW air boasts one of the world's youngest fleet, with an average aircraft age of just 2 years.

WOW air was ranked as the 7th best low-cost airline in Europe at the 2013, 2014 and 2015 Skytrax World Airline Awards and was the youngest airline in the top ten.

For additional information and bookings please visit https://wowair.us/.

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6 Things No One Tells You About The Blue Lagoon In Iceland

In the country of fire and frost, geothermal hot springs are one of the best ways to warm up, and the Blue Lagoon is the king of them all. Though it is an undeniable attraction, there are a lot of things that could come as a surprise to first-time visitors. If floating in the warm waters of the Blue Lagoon is high on your bucket list, read on for the six most important things you should know about Iceland's Blue Lagoon—that no one tells you.

This is Not a Local Hangout

The Blue Lagoon is one of country's most popular attractions, and roughly 80 percent of tourists to Icelandmake their way here at some point. I knew this going in, but I was still surprised at what a total production it is. This is tourism's ground zero, my friends. You'll be outfitted with a special electronic bracelet upon arrival that allows you to purchase food and drinks, and you'll pay it off when you leave. If you lose this bracelet, you'll be charged a penalty fee. If you need a towel or robe or slippers, you'll have to pay to rent them.

It's Not in Reykjavik

It's in Keflavik, which is about an hour away from the main center of Reykjavik, near the airport. If your plane arrives during the day, you can book a bus from the airport (through Gray Line) that will take you to the lagoon, and then on to the main city. You can also do this in reverse, stopping at the Blue Lagoon on your way to the airport.

You Shower Naked Before You Enter

Most public pools make you shower before you enter the water, and the Blue Lagoon is no exception. The notable difference? Here, you shower sans bathing suit. It's a little strange at first, but there are several closed stalls you can choose to shower in, so you don't have to bare it all to the world. On my visit, there was a Blue Lagoon employee in the shower area to enforce this rule.

It Is a Full Blown Spa

Somehow in my head I thought the Blue Lagoon was going to be a small, intimate affair, but the structure itself is absolutely massive. The property houses a hotel, restaurants, and banquet facilities, and also offers spa treatments that are done in-water, as you float on a rubber mat. A full hour-long massage in the water costs 95 euros and a silica salt scrub, which uses Blue Lagoon minerals, is 80 euros for 30 minutes.

You Can Have Your Hotel Concierge Book Your Visit

Since a visit to the Blue Lagoon is one of the most iconic Iceland experiences, it's important to plan your visit in advance to make sure you're able to get in -- the Lagoon does fill to capacity from time to time, and you may be turned away. Reserve your spot when you book a bus to the Blue Lagoon, which staff at any hotel, like CenterHotel Thingholt, can book for you.

It's Not Cheap

First, there's the cost of entrance, which is 40 euros if you book online, and 45 euros if you just walk in. If you want to rent a towel, that's another five euros; a bathrobe, another 10, and cocktails are seven euros each. Without eating anything, you've spent at least 55 euros, which at the moment is roughly 60 USD. The Blue Lagoon sells itself as a luxury experience, and to enjoy it, you're going to be paying a luxury price.

Looking for a less expensive alternative? Try the Myvatn Nature Baths in Northern Iceland, which are also blue ($27 admission), the Secret Lagoon ($18 admission), or the Fontana Baths (an hour from Reykjavik, with $25 admission), or Laugardalslaug, Reykjavik's public pools, which will only set you back $7 for admission.

Have you been to the Blue Lagoon? What was your experience like?

—Kelly Lewis

This article was originally published by Oyster.com under the headline 6 Things No One Tells You About the Blue Lagoon in Iceland (That You Definitely Should Know).