Denmark

Only had a long weekend — about 13 days — in Denmark, based in Aalborg. More than enough to fall for the place. Did Nyhavn on day one and spent the rest of the time just walking and eating. The Danish pastries situation here is no joke — some of the best eating I've done anywhere. excellent cycling…

First time in Denmark and I tried to approach it with open eyes rather than preconceptions. Odense was the base and a good one — central, manageable, and with strong food options including the best rugbrød I've ever had. Kronborg Castle was the big set piece and fully justified the trip. Two things…

After a lot of research I thought I knew what to expect from Denmark. Some things matched: Ribe Old Town is as spectacular as every review says, and Aalborg has a genuine energy I'd read about. The Danish pastries obsession is completely justified. What I wasn't prepared for: excellent cycling cult…

I've been to a lot of countries and the thing I'll remember most about Denmark isn't Ribe Old Town or even the extraordinary Danish pastries — it's the people. In Aalborg and out in the countryside, I encountered a warmth and generosity that felt completely genuine. One local family essentially ado…

Did Denmark on a shoestring for 21 days and it was absolutely manageable. Based in cheap guesthouses near Odense centre and ate mostly at local spots — smørrebrød from street stalls cost almost nothing and was better than anything in a tourist restaurant. Louisiana Museum has an entry fee but worth…