{"id":22539,"date":"2025-11-19T14:53:19","date_gmt":"2025-11-19T13:53:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/?p=22539"},"modified":"2025-12-04T12:59:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-04T11:59:10","slug":"best-arctic-group-acquires-farout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/nord-norge-reiseblogg\/best-arctic-group-acquires-farout\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Arctic Group acquires FarOut"},"content":{"rendered":"

A major step forward for experience-based tourism in Northern Norway<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Best Arctic Group is announcing the acquisition of FarOut<\/strong>, a well-known Troms\u00f8-based provider of tailor-made experiences and guided tours. The move strengthens Best Arctic Group\u2019s position as a leading force in sustainable, authentic, and experience-driven tourism across Northern Norway<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re passionate about unique adventures, local storytelling, and unforgettable moments under the Arctic sky, this merger brings exciting news for future travelers.<\/p>\n

A strategic move that expands experience-based tourism<\/strong><\/h2>\n

For years, FarOut has earned an impressive reputation for delivering high-quality, locally grounded, and personalized travel experiences<\/strong>. With operations stretching across large parts of Norway, the company has been recognized for its innovative approach to guiding and tour development.<\/p>\n

By bringing FarOut into its family, Best Arctic Group gains access to a broader portfolio of curated tours and tailor-made experiences<\/strong>: enhancing what travelers can expect when exploring the Arctic region.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are very pleased to welcome FarOut into the Best Arctic Group family. Their expertise and passion for authentic experiences perfectly align with our vision of delivering experiences that leave a lasting impression,\u201d says Trond Arne Kongsli, CEO of Best Arctic Group<\/strong>.<\/p>\n


\nWhat does this means for travelers<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Customers can look forward to:<\/p>\n

\u2714 A wider range of tours and activities<\/strong><\/p>\n

From nature-based adventures to cultural experiences, the combined portfolio will cater to both seasoned explorers and first-time visitors.<\/p>\n

\u2714 An upgraded digital booking experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

A more intuitive and accessible digital platform will make it easier for travelers to discover, compare, and book their next Arctic journey.<\/p>\n

\u2714 Stronger local presence and expertise<\/strong><\/p>\n

Both companies share deep Northern Norwegian roots. This merger ensures that local knowledge, culture, and sustainability remain central to every experience.<\/p>\n

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A founder\u2019s journey comes full circle<\/strong><\/h2>\n

FarOut<\/strong>\u2019s founder, Eirik Br\u00e6in Gikling<\/strong>, reflects on the moment with pride and gratitude: \u201cI started FarOut in 2007, and it has been an incredible journey. Over 18 years, we have witnessed explosive growth in tourism in Troms\u00f8 and Northern Norway. I am proud that FarOut has been part of this development.\u201d<\/p>\n

He acknowledges FarOut\u2019s many achievements, including multiple Gaselle awards and the prestigious Growth in the North<\/em> award, before passing the torch: \u201cNow the time has come to pass the baton, and I feel confident that Best Arctic Group is the right company to take over. They have local roots, skilled people and strong values.\u201d<\/p>\n


\nMoving forward: A stronger, more sustainable future<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Best Arctic Group aims to build on FarOut\u2019s legacy by strengthening its focus on:<\/p>\n

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  • Sustainability<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Local value creation<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • High-quality travel experiences<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Authenticity and responsible tourism<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Together, the two companies are meant to elevate Northern Norway\u2019s tourism landscape, creating opportunities for travelers to experience the region in a meaningful and memorable way.<\/p>\n


    \nDiscover your next Arctic adventure<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    With this acquisition, Northern Norway\u2019s travel scene enters an exciting new chapter. Whether you dream of chasing the Northern Lights, exploring dramatic fjords, or connecting with local culture, the expanded offerings from Best Arctic Group promise journeys that stay with you forever.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    A major step forward for experience-based tourism in Northern Norway Best Arctic Group is announcing the acquisition of FarOut, a well-known Troms\u00f8-based provider of tailor-made experiences and guided tours. The move strengthens Best Arctic Group\u2019s position as a leading force in sustainable, authentic, and experience-driven tourism across Northern Norway. If you\u2019re passionate about unique adventures, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":22551,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[208],"tags":[31,32,440,34,35,44,36,202],"class_list":["post-22539","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-all-year-round","tag-arcticcircle","tag-best-arctic","tag-farout","tag-northern-norway","tag-norway","tag-the-arctic-route","tag-tromso","tag-winter-in-tromso"],"acf":{"bloques_de_contenido":null,"img_hero_blog":"","img_hero_blog_position_block":false,"post_anchors":null,"titular_seccion_releated_post":"","post-relacionado":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22539","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=22539"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22539\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/22551"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=22539"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=22539"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bestarctic.com\/no\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=22539"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}