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Food&Drink

Winemaking in Denmark

When climate is considered, Denmark is not really an obvious choice for winegrowing. In spite of initial challenges though, the country’s wine industry is slowly but surely making a mark. The small vineyards found in Jutland, Lolland, and Funen among other areas, have proven that there is indeed a future for Danish wine. […]

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Travel

Best Souvenirs to Take Home from Denmark

Travelers will always want to have something to take home as souvenirs from the places they visit. The desire to bring home something to remember trips by is actually universal. Souvenirs however are usually distinctly representative of the place visited in such a way that seeing them will instantaneously bring us back to the place where they came from. In Denmark, there are such souvenirs to be bought to serve as constant reminders of one’s visit to the country. […]

Business

The Mink Skins of Denmark

Denmark has had a flourishing mink industry and this is largely evidenced by the fact that it provides at least 40% of the world’s supply of pelts. Mink pelt is actually the country’s third largest export for products originating from animals. The Saga Royal mink is one of Denmark’s pride when it comes to quality and rank. […]

Sports

Notable Athletes of Denmark

Denmark has managed to produce some of the more notable athletes in various sports. This is not only true in football which is the most popular sport in the country. Excellent athletes have likewise been produced in such sports like golf, handball, badminton, cycling, boxing, mixed martial arts, cricket, tennis, hockey, and motor sports. […]

Self Improvement

Wasting Food is a No-No in Denmark

Minimizing food wastage is one of the main concerns of Denmark in its goal to eradicate the throwaway mentality. Wasting food is an avoidable scenario and the government is actively participating in efforts to curb it. In fact, a charter against food wastage has been drawn by the Ministry of Environment. […]

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Daily Life

The Importance of Thank You in Danish Culture

Thank you or its equivalent in the local language is often heard used in conversations all over the world. It is probably one of the most taken for granted expressions while also being one of the most commonly used as some form of courtesy. In Denmark, “Thank you” is something that is used for everything anytime and anywhere. That is how important these two words used at once are in the Danish way of life. […]

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Food&Drink

The Danish Rullepolse

One of the more popular Danish specialty is the Rullepølse. Many are in the opinion that is the best deli meat. If you are wondering what it is, Rullepølse is cured pork belly seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices including thyme. cloves, and allspice. What is especially delightful about this Danish delicacy is that it is very easy to make. Some are even quick to note that it could probably be harder for foreigners to pronounce its name correctly than make it. […]

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Travel

St. Budolfi Church in Aalborg

In the old town of Aalborg stands St. Budolfi Church which was built in the last decades of the 14th century. It is believed to have been built over and around the original church structure. It is likewise known as St. Botolph Church as it was named after an English abbot and saint. It has not been specifically announced that the relics of the saint are to found in this church although it is presumed, since churches are traditionally named after the most famous person whose relics it keeps. […]

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Travel

Obtaining a Short-Stay Visa in Denmark

Several countries including Denmark adhere to the Schengen Agreement pertaining to how short-stay visas are obtained. This is the reason why such visas are also commonly known as Schengen visas. Obtaining this visa will allow travelers to visit 26 countries at a maximum of 90 days per semester.  These countries include Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania. Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway. Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland. […]

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Movies&Music

The Two Anthems of Denmark

Every country has one national anthem which it uses to represent itself in official functions and occasions. Denmark, along with New Zealand can be considered unique in the sense that it has two, which it uses either alone or played in succession, when the occasion calls for it. Each one though has its primary use. […]