Maarten Raes

Wij verkopen geen alledaagse producten en in het geheel van de reissector zijn we nog altijd niche.

Je kan een bed in contingent nemen, of garant of als die beide niet kunnen, desnoods het hotel kopen. Wij gaan tot stap drie, veel collega's haken al af bij stap één.

We zoeken een teamlead sales bij Beyond Borders!

This year, Trends once again highlighted the fastest-growing companies in Belgium. We are proud that Nordic has been selected as Ambassador among the large companies in the province Flemish Brabant. Success in a business is never the result of one single factor. It comes from a cocktail of strong teamwork, the right product, and the trust of customers. After nearly 18 years in the cockpit of Nordic Collection, and the last seven years together with Philip Timmermans, I am once again proud to celebrate this milestone. Proud of what my little “Nordic” (born in 2008) has grown into - now an 18-year-old teenager. What once literally started around the dining table in our living room has grown into a tour operating company with 3 brands and nearly 200 employees, offices in Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, France, and Iceland (GoNorth), and hotel participations employing more than 300 people across Sweden, Finland, and Norway. A heartfelt thank you to all our partners around the world. Without your dedication on the ground, we would not be able to deliver the best travel experiences to our guests. Thank you to all our customers for the many years of trust in our brands. And thank you to the entire teams of Nordic Collection, GoNorth, Skårungen, Explore the North, and Arctic Bath for the years of commitment, passion, and collaboration. The best is yet to come. 🚀

I’ll be attending the three B2B days of ITB Berlin from Tuesday through Thursday (3-4-5 March). Looking forward to connecting with inspiring partners and exploring new opportunities across our portfolio. I still have a few open slots in my agenda and would be happy to meet with: • Suppliers from The Nordics (for our brand Nordic) • Companies specialised in adventure travel (for our brand Beyond Borders) • High-end and boutique luxury DMCs (for our brand Explore) If you are attending ITB and see potential for collaboration, feel free to reach out and schedule a meeting. See you in Berlin.

Skårungen is hiring! Head of Accounting & HR – Full-Time Position. Skårungen is a year-round hospitality and tourism destination experiencing strong growth, offering a hotel, cabins, restaurant, spa, and curated experiences in the heart of the Lofoten Islands. We are based in Kabelvåg - Lofoten - Norway. Accounting & Finance: 70% HR & Personnel Administration: 30% More information Christer Larsen and Tilla Lien Larsen

Just a few more weeks until we open our newest gem in Lapland. Two years ago, our Swedish subsidiary Explore The North began construction on Kaamos Lodge – the newest and one of the most unique hotels in all of Lapland. Kaamos Lodge features a stunning restaurant, a relaxing spa, and 80 rooms built directly into the hillside. Each room blends seamlessly with the surrounding nature: in summer, the lodge appears as a green hill dotted with hidden rooms; in winter, it transforms into a softly glowing slope covered in snow. A heartfelt thank you to the entire Explore The North team! Explore the North Nordic Nordic Collection

What incredible news for Arctic Bath today! This morning, the Michelin Keys were announced for hotels worldwide — and Arctic Bath received one as the only hotel in Sweden outside the capital, Stockholm. Just as Michelin Stars recognize the world’s best restaurants, Michelin Keys celebrate exceptional hotels. Receiving a Michelin Key means that the experience at a hotel is truly extraordinary. After a very bumpy eight-year journey, we have finally built a true high-end retreat — a dedicated organization of 22 team members and only 12 breathtaking rooms. Despite significantly higher construction costs in 2018–2020 than planned, and a very difficult start (we opened Arctic Bath just one week before Covid), our amazing team has created a stunning floating hotel experience. Well… floating on the Luleå River in summer, but frozen solid in the ice during winter. PS: There’s still some availability for this coming winter (though not much left! 😉). Thank you Klara Ranggård, David Staf and the whole team of Arctic Bath.

Vacature alert! Voor ons kantoor in Londerzeel zijn we reeds ruime tijd op zoek naar een teamlead sales Zuid-Scandinavië. Wat ga je concreet doen? Salesstrategie en klantbeleving: Je ontwikkelt samen met de CEO een inspirerend salesplan dat zorgt voor een sterke klantbeleving én commerciële resultaten. Teamcoaching en leiderschap: Je begeleidt je team in hun ontwikkeling, motiveert hen met duidelijke doelen, en coacht hen richting groei. Planning en organisatie: Je verdeelt rollen en taken, bewaakt personeelsbezetting, lost problemen op en bepaalt prioriteiten. Data en dialoog: Je meet vooruitgang aan de hand van cijfers én gesprekken. Innovatie en verbetering: Je denkt actief mee over hoe het beter, efficiënter of mensgerichter kan. Je hebt minstens 3 jaar ervaring in sales, waarvan minstens 2 jaar als teamlead. Contacteer mij of solliciteer meteen via deze link: https://lnkd.in/eVFPVfdV?

🌍 Antarctica 2026 – Een once-in-a-lifetime expeditie met Nordic ❄️ Droom jij ervan om voet aan wal te zetten op het mysterieuze, witte continent? In januari 2026 bieden we een unieke 16-daagse reis (12 dagen op zee) aan boord van de gloednieuwe Ocean Albatros – exclusief voor Nordic-klanten! ✨ Highlights: 6 volle dagen op Antarctica! Nederlandstalige reisbegeleiding en lezingen door onder andere Joeri Cortens Zodiac-safari’s en dagelijkse landingen Zeker zie je walvissen, pinguïns & zeehonden Max. 186 gasten – kleinschalig & comfortabel 🎉 Friends & Family-actie: De laatste hutten willen we graag aanbieden met een exclusieve korting voor Friends & Family (dus jij én je reisgenoten). Interesse? DM mij voor meer info en een voorstel op maat! 📅 Vertrek: 12 januari 2026 📍 Meer info & boeken via: https://lnkd.in/eAQammjY

We have another great vacancy for those with experience in contracting and a passion for tourism! We are hiring a contractor/buyer for Finnish and Swedish Lapland. OOO yeah! - You are responsible for the procurement of package holidays; - You work on a strategic production plan in all our markets (Flanders, Wallonia, France, the Netherlands and Germany); - You follow the trends in Lapland and our markets; - You travel to Lapland to convince partners to work with us for accommodation, transport and excursions. You will have to get used to - A nice atmosphere in our team; - A fast growing company with a clear ambition; - Freedom in how you plan your work; - Travel to Lapland 10-20% of your work time; - Northern Lights while you travel; - Nice hotels and good food; - Great people to work with. Interested? Contact Laura Peele - Lammers or me. All info at: https://lnkd.in/eZPwtViH

Nordic is looking for a contractor for our destinations Sweden, Ireland, Schotland and Wales. Are you interested in convincing hotel and cabin owners, excursion providers, ... to work with us then this is the right job for you! Together with our contracting team and me, you will ensure that Nordic, as the market leader, develops and delivers the most exciting and innovative travel products for the Dutch, Belgian, French and German market. Preferably you live in BE or NL. FR and DE we can manage as well. More info: https://lnkd.in/egJhVjdV