TUI welcomes Boeing 737-8 airplane into its fleet

Thursday, December 21, 2023

TUI has welcomed a new Boeing 737-8 airplane into its fleet. The aircraft, named “Reykjavik,” will serve as the new flying ambassador for the capital city of Iceland.

A Warm Welcome to “Reykjavik”

The aircraft arrived at Keflavik Airport at 10:15 a.m. after departing London Gatwick (United Kingdom) at 7:25 a.m. It was officially named “Reykjavik” by Mrs. fiórdís Lóa fiórhallsdóttir, Deputy Mayor of Reykjavik City and chairperson of the council’s executive committee. Around 50 guests, including Bjarnhei›ur Hallsdóttir, Chairwoman of The Icelandic Travel Industry Association (SAF), as well as various hotel and excursion partners attended the naming ceremony.

A Commitment to Sustainability and Growth

“Today, we continue on our journey of becoming Europe’s most fuel-efficient airline as we welcome another Boeing 737-8 airplane into the TUI Airline fleet,” said Sebastian Ebel, CEO TUI Group, during the naming ceremony. “Our Reykjavik is now an ambassador for the city, the island and the TUI Group – right across Europe.”

TUI has been offering holidays to Iceland with its own flights for nearly eight years, and this winter season they are expecting more than 10,000 guests from the United Kingdom to arrive.

Exploring the Land of Fire and Ice

TUI Iceland holidays offer a variety of packages, perfect for both first-time visitors and seasoned travelers. Their most popular packages include a hunt for the Northern Lights and a Golden Circle tour, which takes guests to some of Iceland’s most iconic sights, such as Gullfoss waterfall, thermal geysers and the Thingvellir National Park.

For travelers visiting in April, the Northern Lights tour may be switched to the Midnight Sun experience, which offers plenty of time to experience Iceland’s bright-as-day nights and watch a beautiful sunset.

With its new Boeing 737-8 named “Reykjavik,” TUI is committed to providing travellers with an unforgettable experience in Iceland. So book your trip today and start planning your adventure!

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