Take a walk up and down the Old King’s Road – an enjoyable excursion
Whatever the weather is like, taking a walk up and down this more than 1.8 km long road, lined with shops and eateries, is a …
A first for the new King – during Queen Margrethe’s reign it was a much-viewed speech. What’s so special about it you may ask New Year’s Eve speech?
Watched by approx. 2 million TV viewers in Denmark, the royal speech New Year’s speech is an integral part of New Year’s Eve. A majority …
One day trip to Koldinghus’s exhibition of Flora Danica Dinnerware with lunch in Christiansfeld
A trip to Kolding and Christiansfeld can easily be combined to see more of Denmark in just one day. By Bente D. Knudsen Pictures: Bente …
Fireworks are legal to buy now but since this year only to use on 31 December and 1 January
You may have noticed the adverts for fireworks popping up just now. They are legal to buy from mid December but illegal to use until …
Denmark closes down for Christmas
Other than a few open eateries, the Danish cities come to a standstill from December 24 to 26 and again on the 31 December and …
Indulge in gløgg and æbleskiver and other sweet treats at one of the many julemarkeder around
You can’t be anywhere in Europe at Christmastime and not make at least a few trips to the local Christmas markets. Needless to say, Denmark …
Tivoli’s version of The Nutcracker – an enchanting fairy tale ballet
This December you can enjoy Tivoli’s enchanting version of the world-famous ballet, The Nutcracker, with the beautiful music played live by Copenhagen Phil’s 70 musicians. …
Service in an equal society – the Danish case
Are you finding it difficult to get good service in shops and restaurants in Denmark? And what is good service? Our expat writer looks at …
Shopping for your daily groceries – Our GUIDE to the Danish Grocery Market
Getting used to shopping for your groceries in a new country can be quite a challenge. In Denmark, for instance, you won’t find any of …
Experience the world in a new way with a Folk High School Stay outside of Denmark for three months
Take three months out of your calendar and experience the world through a stay at a Folk High School (Ed’s note:Folkehøjskole)abroad. You will expand your …