Harpa
Cruise Europe Conference 2026
concert hall and conference centre
Reykjavík — Iceland
Tuesday 26. May - Friday 29. May 2026
We welcome you to Reykjavík, Iceland
A warm welcome to the annual Cruise Europe conference, where our members and the broader cruise industry meet and strengthen the bonds. Four days of constructive meetings, high-level discussions, and social networking events, in a world class destination
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Greetings from the team
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Gísli Jóhann Hallsson
Harbour Master, Faxaflóahafnir/Faxaports
It is an honor to welcome our cruise friends and family to Reykjavík, for our annual Cruise Europe gathering, and opening of the new cruise terminal in Reykjavík.
We hope you'll arrive excited and depart inspired, knowing that from the moment you set foot on the island you belong to the very special group; friends of Iceland. Friendship for life.
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Jens Skrede
Director, Cruise Europe
Following very successful Cruise Europe Conferences in Stockholm and Copenhagen, we welcome you to another capital city in 2026: Reykjavik, Iceland; a marquee cruise port for turnaround and transit calls in the North Atlantic.
I wish you all a warm welcome to the vibrant and modern city of Reykjavik, where your conference, culture, and comfort are all just a short walk apart.
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Simone Maraschi
Chair, Cruise Europe
It’s a great pleasure to welcome all delegates and cruise line executives to our Cruise Europe Annual Conference in Reykjavik, Iceland, next May.
I look forward to seeing you there for an exciting and forward-thinking gathering that celebrates collaboration, innovation, and the spirit of our cruise community.
Event Schedule
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Tuesday 26. May
SCHEDULE
🔸 Optional experiences around Reykjavík listed below
*Note that these are self-booked🔒 19:00-20:00 Council Dinner
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Wednesday 27. May
SCHEDULE
🔒 09:00-15:00 Cruise lines and press tour
📍Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
🔒 10:00-12:00 Cruise Europe council meeting
🔹 12:00-13:00 Lunch
🔹 13:00-14:30 Regional meetings
🔹 14:30-15:00 Coffee break
🔹 15:00-16:30 Annual General Meeting📍Reykjavík Cruise Terminal at Skarfabakki
🔹 18:00-22:30 Informal Dinner
How to get there? By boat
When to be at Miðbakki? 18:00
How to get back? By bus to the
meeting point (every half an hour
between 21:00-22:30) -
Thursday 28. MAY
SCHEDULE
📍Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
🔹 09:00-16:00 International Cruise Conference in Norðurljós auditorium
📍Gamla Bíó
🔹 18:30-19:30 Pre-Drink (4th floor Petersen Svítan)
🔹 19:30-00:00 Gala Dinner (Ground floor) -
Friday 29. May
SCHEDULE
🔸 Optional experiences around Reykjavík listed below
*Note that these are self-booked📍Reykjavík Cruise Terminal at Skarfabakki
🔸 17:00-20:00 Cruise Terminal Opening Festival
Faxaflóahafnir/Faxaports invite all conference guest to the official Reykjavík Cruise Terminal opening festival
🔹official schedule
🔸Optional / Self-booked
🔒Invite only
Conference platform 2026
Brella is a polished event platform designed to elevate the entire conference experience. It’s agenda and program management tools are some of the best in the industry, making it effortless for attendees to navigate sessions, bookmark their favourites and stay informed in real time
The platform’s clean interface and mobile accessibility ensure that every participant knows exactly where to be and when, reducing confusion and boosting engagement throughout the event
Brella's core event experience tools from speaker profiles to dynamic scheduling and updates work provide a professional, seamless experience for attendees and organisers alike
Please note that participants will get an invitation via email to join Brella, a month prior to CE2026
The conference schedule will be available on the website, but for announcements and up-to-date information we encourage you to download Brella
Where to stay?
We have carefully selected great partner hotels for you to stay in downtown Reykjavík, close to the conference venue
Our partner hotels are Parliament Hotel, Hotel Reykjavík Saga, Exeter Hotel and City Center Hotel Reykjavík
We encourage you to book your stay sooner than later since Iceland is a popular destination during this time of year. By choosing to stay at one of these partner hotels, you will get a discounted rate and a more personalized experience
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Parliament Hotel
ADDRESS ON GOOGLE
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EXETER HOTEL
ADDRESS ON GOOGLE
Conference special rate is visible through the link below -
CITY CENTER HOTEL REYKJAVÍK
ADDRESS ON GOOGLE
⭐⭐ PLEASE NOTE ⭐⭐
Pick your dates & use code CE26 and you will get the conference special rates -
Hotel Reykjavík Saga
ADDRESS ON GOOGLE
⭐⭐ PLEASE NOTE ⭐⭐
Choose destination: “Reykjavík” & choose hotel: “Hotel Reykjavík Saga”. Pick your dates and you will get the conference special rates
Area Map
All partner hotels are within a 10 minute walking distance from Harpa, the conference venue
Meeting Point
- Miðbakki
Hotels
Exeter Hotel - Tryggvagata 12, 101 Reykjavík
Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton - Thorvaldsenstræti 2-6, 101 Reykjavík
City Center Hotel Reykjavík - Austurstræti 6, 101 Reykjavík
Hotel Reykjavík Saga - Lækjargata 12, 101 Reykjavík
Venues
Harpa Concert Hall & Conference Centre - Austurbakki 2, 101 Reykjavík
Gamla Bíó - Ingólfsstræti 2a, 101 Reykjavík
What to do in Iceland?
We've handpicked some unique and memorable experiences in Reykjavík that will elevate your stay
Below you can find information and booking links to our recommendations
*Note that these are self-booked
Tuesday 26. May
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Reykjavik City Walk – Discover the Heart of Iceland’s Capital
Time: 26.05.26 - 09:00
Duration: 2-3 hours
Meeting point: Miðbakki
Price: €48Experience Reykjavik on foot and uncover the city’s unique blend of Nordic tradition and modern creativity. For more details press the click here button down below.
*A minimum of 20 participants is required to operate this tour. Maximum capacity is 40 participants.
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Golden Circle – Iceland’s Natural Highlights with Lunch at Friðheimar
Time: 26.05.26 - 09:00
Duration: 8 hours
Meeting point: Miðbakki
Price: €180Experience Iceland’s most iconic sights on a journey through the Golden Circle.
*A minimum of 20 participants is required to operate this tour. Maximum capacity is 40 participants.
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Lava show
Experience the only live lava show in the world, located in the center of Reykjavík
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Flyover Iceland
⭐⭐ PLEASE NOTE ⭐⭐
Use the code CE26 for 15% discount
FlyOver Iceland utilizes state-of-the-art technology to give you the feeling of flight
You will hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-metre spherical screen while our film whisks you away on an exhilarating journey across Iceland
Friday 29. May
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Reykjanes Peninsula & Blue Lagoon
Time: 09:00
Duration: 5 hours
Meeting point: Miðbakki
Price: €204 (Including Comfort Access to the Blue Lagoon – Silica Mud Mask, towel, complimentary drink)Drive through rugged lava fields and past steaming geothermal areas, where newly formed lava from recent eruptions has reshaped the terrain.
The tour concludes at the world-renowned Blue Lagoon, where mineral-rich, milky-blue waters offer a tranquil contrast to the surrounding black lava.
*A minimum of 20 participants is required to operate this tour. Maximum capacity is 40 participants.
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SkyLagoon Iceland
Experience the heart of Icelandic tradition, minutes from the city centre
Embark on a journey of the senses, powered by the elements at our oceanside geothermal lagoon.
Enjoy a 15% discount with the code CE26 (Valid May 25-29)
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Lava show
Experience the only live lava show in the world, located in the center of Reykjavík
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Flyover Iceland
⭐⭐ PLEASE NOTE ⭐⭐
Use the code CE26 for 15% discount
FlyOver Iceland utilizes state-of-the-art technology to give you the feeling of flight
You will hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-metre spherical screen while our film whisks you away on an exhilarating journey across Iceland
