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When the wind blows during winter – do you know how cold it is for your skin when you go outside?

Denmark is windy, the modern wind chill factor developed by DMI can help you evaluate just how cold the wind feels on your skin. The …

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Want to Reduce Your Exposure to Pesticides? Buy Danish!

Danish-produced fruit and vegetables contain fewer pesticide residues than imported ones By Louise Chamberlain   Picture: Pixabay stock picture Denmark’s commitment to food safety and environmental …

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The short and dark days ahead may zap all your energy – what to do?

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also called winter depression, is not uncommon, especially the further north you get. Find our best tips on what you can …

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How to avoid getting a parking ticket?

You are probably familiar with most parking signs, however, there may be local variations to be aware of to avoid that nasty surprise in your …

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Create Value Through Volunteer Work- find our GUIDE below

Abundant in benefits for self and society, volunteering in this Scandinavian nation is an experience that’s worth its weight in gold. Below, we give you …

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The Danes and their bread

Have you ever entered a Danish bakery and felt a bit lost when faced with shelf after shelf of bread and cakes in all shapes, …

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The rules of the game; understanding the Danish political system

Are you new to Denmark? Or just still puzzled about how everything works? Find out how the Danish political system works here. The article continues …

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It is really simple to make your own SMØRREBRØD

A really easy to make lunch (or even dinner) – you might be tempted to invite guests for a traditional Danish meal?  Find here our …

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Finding other expats in Denmark

You’ve (just) arrived in your new country and you’ve stacked the last pile of clothes in the wardrobe. In other words, you’re settled – or …

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Danish HYGGE – even Danes don’t realise that, surprisingly, it is not about the candles

Put candles on the table, in the windowsill, and a couple elsewhere in your room. Buy candy, snacks, wine or beer, invite some friends, and …

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Bike Rentals in Copenhagen: find our break down of the popular go-to’s for locals and tourists alike.

The best way to discover a city is on foot ? Not so in Copenhagen, the only appropriate and acceptable way to go about it …

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Fredensborg Castle is one of the Royal Family’s favourite residences

Used as summer residence, the Danish King and Queen as well as Queen Margrethe take up residence here from April until end September. The article …

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Cycling – find our BEST TIPS to help you make a safe trip all year round

Cycling is an important part of life here and many cyclists are present at all times of the day; whatever the season.  Our cycling GUIDE …

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Home, house, theft, which ones do you need ?

Here’s our GUIDE to the Danish insurance system and tips for what insurance you need as a tenant. The article continues below. By Bente D. …

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Looking for a second hand bicycle ? Find our best tips on where to buy them

Impossible to live for a long time in Denmark without a bicycle. You may find new ones quite expensive? Find our best tips for buying …

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