Online Chatter Sparks Iceland Name Debate

Online Chatter Sparks Iceland Name Debate PR Newswire REYKJAVIK, Iceland, September 12, 2012 REYKJAVIK, Iceland, September 12, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Country welcomes submissions for a name that better describes the island following Facebook and Twitter discussion Caption: Florian Thomasson of Germany will be starring in one of the posters for this year's campaign in celebration of his description of the country. "Iceland is my Landofendlessskyland" The country of Iceland today announced that it is to welcome submissions of an alternative name following a storm of discussion on social media platforms Facebook and Twitter. In August 2012 the Inspired By Iceland campaign asked people a simple question: What would you name Iceland if this was your first glimpse? _ _ _ _ Land? and in just 3 weeks over 10,000 responded. Many of those who contributed alternative names suggested that the name Iceland was misrepresentative and that another name may better reflect the country. Inga Hlín Pálsdóttir, Director, Marketing & Visit Iceland at Promote Iceland comments: "As Iceland grows in popularity we're seeing increasing visitors and an ever-growing online fan base. With so many people sharing positive stories, we think it's important to listen and respond to as many of our dedicated fans as possible.