The Theam

Meet the team behind the experiences

Experts in polar travel with a passion for the extraordinary.

The Team

CREATIVITY, RESPONSABILITY, INSPIRATION

ISHAV is a small team of passionate experts devoted to the north. We are active, creative, and responsible professionals. Designing unique experiences and personalizing every moment of the journey is our priority. We continuously develop new ideas, curating meaningful moments in singular settings—each experience carrying its own identity and our unmistakable signature.

Achieving this requires deep local knowledge, trusted partnerships, firsthand expertise, and the ambition to create original journeys tailored to each traveler. Above all, it requires our commitment to ensuring that every guest feels comfortable, inspired, and genuinely cared for.

Travel is the most direct way to discover our planet—to draw energy from the land and sea that surround us; to awaken and educate the senses; to look inward; to create lifelong memories; to dream.

A RESPONSIBLE TEAM WITH SOUL AWAITS YOU IN NORWAY

Javier

Founder & Managing Director
With nearly three decades of experience travelling across Norway and the Arctic regions, Javier founded Ishav Arctico in 2006 with a clear vision: to redefine the way luxury and adventure travel are experienced in the Arctic. His deep passion for Norway, extensive knowledge of the global luxury travel market, and a carefully nurtured network of local contacts have formed the foundation of a distinctive, experience-led business model. A true pioneer in the sector, Javier established one of Norway’s first luxury destination management companies. He leads each journey with exceptional local expertise and outstanding logistical precision. His purpose is to craft experiences that seamlessly blend nature, culture, and refined luxury—leaving a lasting impression on every traveller.

George

Travel Designer & Guide
An avid explorer of all five continents, George combines his passion for sport, gastronomy, and the outdoors with a strong family tradition that has shaped his path as a guide in Norway since 2021. As Ishav’s Wellness specialist, he is currently developing an innovative travel concept centred on holistic wellbeing. His vision is to offer dynamic, exclusive, and transformative journeys where health, sport, and luxury converge. George’s approach reflects the evolving art of travel designed for those seeking meaningful, energising, and refined experiences.

Peter

Guide
Born to a Norwegian mother and a Spanish father, Peter embodies a unique fusion of cultures. His profound understanding of Nordic life, combined with a deep connection to nature, makes him an exceptional guide. Specialising in outdoor pursuits and cultural experiences, Peter creates genuine connections between travellers, the land, and its people. His warm, attentive nature inspires trust, ensuring that every guest feels both supported and truly at home. Based in the breathtaking Lofoten Islands, Peter brings a calm, authentic, and welcoming presence that lies at the heart of the Ishav experience.

Andrea

Marketing & Communication
Holding a degree in Marketing and Advertising, Andrea represents the youthful, dynamic spirit of Ishav. Despite her early career stage, she has travelled extensively, participating in volunteer projects in countries such as Kenya, Thailand, and Costa Rica among others, experiences that have enriched her global outlook and cultural awareness. Since joining the company in 2024, Andrea has brought creativity and fresh perspective to the marketing and communications team, while also training as a guide. Her passion for nature, strong sense of responsibility, and commitment position her as one of the team’s most promising talents—and a key part of Ishav’ s future.
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