The trouble-hit Landeyjahofn harbour, built to shorten trips between the Westman Islands and the Icelandic mainland, was built in the wrong place, according to the director of the Coastguard service. Read the full story

Herjolfur, the ferry between the Westman Islands and mainland Iceland, can no longer sail to the brand new, specially constructed Landeyjahofn Harbour, according to the boat’s captain. The harbour is too shallow due to accretion of sand and volcanic ash. Read the full story

An unusually large number of people are booked on the Norraena ferry to and from Iceland due to flight restrictions caused by the Eyjafjalljokull volcanic ash cloud. Read the full story

Danish Transport Minister Lars Barfoed has rejected a proposal from the Technical University of Denmark to build an additional link to Sweden, meaning travellers choosing the northern border crossing will continue to do so via ferry. Read the full story

British travellers looking for an inexpensive holiday this summer are being urged to consider driving through Scandinavia as DFDS Seaways is offering discounted rates on crossings to Europe and Scandinavia.

DFDS Seaways operates ferries to Esbjerg in Denmark, Amsterdam and Bergen and Stavanger in Norway, all of which are being discounted for summer travellers. The ports are interesting places to explore as well as gateways into the Mediterranean, France and the stunning scenery of Scandinavia.

Not only are driving trips often less expensive than aeroplane flights, they also allow travellers to relax. There are no airport queues, baggage restrictions or flight delays at the port. In addition, no one will lose or damage your luggage or force you to take off your shoes for security reasons.

Fares with DFDS Seaways include the price of overnight accommodation in a cabin onboard for two people and their car. Add-ons allow passengers to pre-book meals, more luxurious cabin accommodation or add more people to the travel plan. In addition for a slightly higher price, DFDS Seaways can transport motor homes, caravans and other large vehicles.

Standard fares for the crossing from Newcastle to Amsterdam start at £132 one way. For just £176 each way, passengers can travel between Newcastle and Norway.