Monday, October 21, 2013

Copenhagen, Denmark

Sorry for the radio silence around here last week.
I spent another week fighting the plague a cold but I'm starting to feel more like myself.
You'll be hearing a lot more from me this week.

First, it's time to wrap up our Baltic Cruise.  The last two posts will feature our final stop.

Copenhagen, Denmark

*I received two complimentary 3-Day cOPENagen Cards from Visit Copenhagen for our visit.


Our cruise originated here, but we only saw the route from the airport hotel to the cruise port.
When we returned to Copenhagen, we were excited to settle in for a few extra days to explore after the cruise.

(I won't mention the hotel we stayed in because it wasn't great.  Our room was so small that only one of us could be standing at a time.  Add in our luggage and it was a pretty tight squeeze.
But, we spent most of our time exploring the city so it all worked out.)

Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen was founded in the 10th century and was originally a viking fishing village.
It is now the capital of Denmark.  This is another Baltic city that heavily features water.
Islands, bridges, canals and a harbor all combine to make this beautiful city
which has been named "the world's most liveable city." 
(This link will lead you to a video that will give you a great feel for modern Copenhagen.)

Copenhagen, Denmark

We often take a double decker bus tour to acclimate ourselves to a new city.
But in Copenhagen it's best to see the city from a boat.
We took two different boat tours and loved every minute of them.
The guides were fun an informative and the narrative was in both Danish and English. 
 
Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen, Denmark

"Keep your hands inside the boat at all times" and "Please don't stand up" were repeated.
And you can see why.  There were some pretty tight spots along the canals.
(I also spotted a nude sunbather in one of the houseboats we passed along the way.
No.  Of course, I didn't snap a photo.)

Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen, Denmark

Can you spot the popular attraction in the photo below?

The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Denmark

You can barely see her, but it's The Little Mermaid who was celebrating her 100th Birthday
the weekend that we were there.  Busloads of tourists were joining her for the celebration.

The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Denmark

When we visited the Carlsberg Brewery, we were able to get a closer look at a smaller replica of the statue.  The bronze statue from Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale was donated to the city of Copenhagen by Carl Jacobsen, who's father founded the brewery.

The Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Denmark

(Be sure to visit the Elephant Gate in Carlsberg. Beautiful.)

Carlsberg Brewery in Copenhagen, Denmark

We also spent an evening in Tivoli Gardens which is the second oldest amusement parks in the world.
It was founded in 1843 and is said to be the inspiration for Disneyland.


It was a great place to people watch and enjoy being outdoors.
(However, 80% of those people seemed to be smoking, which was very annoying)   
The highlight for me was watching ballet at the Pantomime Theatre.





It was especially pretty at night with all of the twinkle lights.


The canal boat tours, Carlsberg and Tivoli were all included in our cOPENhagen Cards.
A huge thank you to Visit Copenhagen for your help in planning our visit.
Tomorrow I'll share a few more of the places we visited in Copenhagen.


In other news...

//  I've been talking to several other expat bloggers and we've decided that it's time for us all to get together face to face.  So, I'm planning a Blogger's Tea in London!!!   I'm still working out the venue.  I have narrowed it down either Saturday (November 9th) or Sunday (November 10th).  I need a headcount to get started.  Please email me at Selena_Jones@me.com, if you would like to join us.  Let me know if one date is better for you than the other.  Please share this with your blogger friends (and you don't have to be an expat to join in the fun).  

//  I'm starting a new Photography Course today!  I'm thrilled to be joining  Bonnie from Bonnie Rose Photography for her B. In Focus Class which is the first in her B.Lux Online Photography Series.  She has another session starting in a few weeks and you can Register Here.  I can't wait to get started.  I'm excited to go from Automatic to Manual.

//  Thanks so much to everyone who has voted!  And if not, never fear...  there is still time to vote in the Avis A-List Travel Blog Awards



Happy Monday and cheers to a wonderful week!!


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 *I received two complimentary 3-Day Copenhagen Cards 
from Visit Copenhagen for the purposes of review.
All photos, writing and opinions are 100% my own.
As always, I promise to be open, honest and transparent with my readers.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

33 comments:

  1. Bonnie is kick arse! I am sure she will do a great course :) I have been following her for quite a while ;) And I pinned your photos for further info ;)

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  2. She is kick ass! I can't wait to get started :D

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  3. Beautiful photos, as always! I'm sure Bonnie's course will be helpful, but you're already pretty darn good at this! I am amazed by how many cities in Europe can be navigated by boat - very cool!


    I'm totally in for the tea in November! Either day works for me, too. I'll pass the word along to a couple other bloggers, although they might read your blog anyway! :o)

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  4. 1. So very glad to hear that you are feeling better
    2. Thanks for the information on the cOPENhagen Cards - I checked the website, you really do save money!
    3. Copenhagen looks wonderful, (uh-oh, now singing 'that' song! - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eEwdroXuL8A )
    4. Good-luck n the photography course
    5. Shame I won't be in London for the meet-up - I am over next March, fancy a coffee?
    6. Managed to vote for you again (joy of having multiple e-mail addresses)

    x

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  5. Copenhagen is high up on my list to get to... we almost made it there last year and then it didn't work out, maybe next year!!!

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  6. Love the elephant. I used to work with a Danish girl, sadly she returned to Denmark and we've lost touch.

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  7. Your post reminds me again why I love Copenhagen so much. I visited the city for the first time in 2005 and am looking forward to going again next year for The Hive (blog conference). And of course I'm in for your London blogger's tea!

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  8. The colors are gorgeous! I love any city by the water!

    http://liveitinerantly.com

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  9. Copenhagen is definitely on my radar. I can see why it is called the most livable city! I love cities with lots of color and lots of water :)

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  10. Wow, Copenhagen looks beautiful. It is on my list of places I need to visit.

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  11. Bought back some lovely memories for me! Glad you had fun! :)

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  12. Brought back some lovely memories for me. Glad you had fun! :D (Sorry had to delete a comment as my blinking r key isn't working properly! :D )

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  13. Wow, what gorgeous photos! Copenhagen is one of the places I've considered going to for a short trip next year.

    I'd love to join the Bloggers Tea! Either day is good.

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  14. Gorgeous photos! Now Copenhagen has made my list of places to go see. It looks lovely. Glad you are feeling better. :) Blogger's Tea in London will be fabulous!!! Can't wait! xxx

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  15. Cophenhagen looks like such a charming city! Gregory would probably go for the Carlsburg tour alone :)

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  16. The Carlsberg tour was okay but not as great as some others I've been on. Heineken has probably been my favorite. 

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  17. Feeling much better and inspired today. I even went on a run. I really need to pin down the location but still haven't received a response. xoxo

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  18. Thanks, Amy and thanks so much for your vote, Amy! :D 

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  19. Wonderful! I planned it on the weekend specifically for you :D

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  20. Glad to bring back happy memories :D Don't you hate with your keyboard starts sticking!!

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  21. At all of our stops in the Baltics, the people were so calm and friendly. Have you chatted with your neighbors yet?

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  22. I don't know about you but my list of places to visit just keeps getting longer! I should have started traveling sooner in life. 

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  23. I definitely have the desire to live on the water someday. The water was such a deep blue. So pretty. 

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  24. Jacintha, I have you on the list for the Bloggers Tea. Hope to have more details very soon. I need to look into Hive. I've heard some really good things about it. 

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  25. It's sad to look back and remember people that we've lost touch with, isn't it? But, good to appreciate friendships if only for a season. 

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  26. I'm glad we were able to spend a few days. But, I think I preferred Stockholm a little better and would probably choose to go back there first. 

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  27. Sue, thanks for the additional votes ;) I'm feeling so much better today. Even went for a run today. And yes! We definitely need to meet up for coffee when you are here in March!!! Do you have the dates yet? I'll get it on my calendar. xoxo

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  28. Thanks, Sarah. I've started week one of the course and so far so good. I really need to learn how to shoot on Manual. Still trying to pin down a venue for the tea but hope to have something definite by this weekend. Up to 16 so far!!! So thrilled to get to meet everyone :D

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  29. Awww, Selena! Thanks so much! That really means a lot to me. You're lovely. Okay, am I right to pencil in 9 Nov?

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  30. We're in the UK from 23rd March to 2nd April - Hesitant to make advanced plans after we were caught off-guard n this years visit by the weather (snow) and an unexpected (family) illness. We usually make it up to London for a day, so I'll let you know nearer the time, if that's OK?

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  31. Wow! 16!!! That's great!! I guess with that many you do have to work a little harder to find a venue. I appreciate you putting in the effort to do that! :o)

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  32. Absolutely! I'd love to meet up with you. :D

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  33. That's the date I'm trying to get. Hope to have venue by this weekend. Very excited!

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