Travellive 4 - 2018

visit loCal maRkEt toRvEhallERNE
orvehallerne is an exciting local market in Copenhagen that you
must visit. The market is filled with mostly locals instead of tourists,
and is where you can truly experience the culinary and shopping
style of the Danish people. I would not have discovered this
amazing market, if not for my friend who has lived in Denmark for 10 years.
Traveles like riding
bicycles in Copenhagen.
Torvehallerne has two main halls that specialize in different types of
fresh groceries, small restaurants, take out places, and a huge open
area to meet the diverse needs of its visitors. Visit the market's gourmet
dining area to taste the most exquisite international and Danish
specialties. You can also buy amazing Danish chocolate and spices here.
Summer Bird is a famous organic chocolate brand in Denmark, and is a
must try for all who visit.
WatCh thE Rush houRs iN CopENhaGEN
Copenhagen is widely known as a bicycle heaven, and watching the
bikes at rush hours is an unique experience that you will not find
elsewhere.
Bicycles in Copenhagen have always been the dominant from of
transportation, and are a remarkable highlight of the cityscape. The
city of Copenhagen is known to provide all kinds of efficient cycling
infrastructure to ensure their cyclists are happy, making Copenhagen
one of the most bicycle friendly cities in the world.
Every day, people in Copenhagen ride a total distance of 1.2 million km
with 36% of the cycling distance is to work, schools, or colleges.
At rush hours, you will not find the annoying sound of cars honk, but
the swift rolling sound of the wheels that pass by, or the soft "ting ting"
sound from bikes to warn pedestrians.
CURRENCY
ñ The Krone is the official
currency of Denmark. 1 DKK =
3,700 VND. If only staying for
a short time, swiping cards is
recommended since everything
can be purchased by card in
Denmark. The exchange rate will
be lower if you use a national
bank. Just be sure to let your
bank know that you'll be travelling
abroad or else they might freeze
your account thinking someone
has stolen your card.
VISA
ñ You can apply for a Schengen
visa which allows you to enter 26
Schengen countries. Information
on the visa application you can
find at the Danish Consulate. Do
try to combine other destinations
such as Norway, Sweden, or
Germany in your itinerary.
EXPENSE
ñ Denmark and especially
Copenhagen are relatively
expensive. Your hotel
accommodation can cost 1.2
million - 1.5 million VND a
night, meals 1 million a day,
transportaion 566,000 VND a day
for the 24h metro pass, making a
total expense of 3 million VND a
day. Admission to most attractions
in Copenhagen however are
free, unless you want to book a
day tour.
TRIP DURATION
ñ Copenhagen is not a particular
large city, but to make the most
of your time, you should spend at
least 3 days to truly experience
the amazing capital.
TIME TO TRAVEL
ñ The best season to visit
Copenhagen is in spring and
summer. The average temperature
ranges from 10-15 degrees, and
at their highest is 25 degrees in
the summer. April, May, and June
are the best times to explore
Copenhagen, but the city will be
filled with tourists. If you prefer
a quieter Copenhagen, and are
not afraid of colder temperatures,
February and March are ideal
times to travel.
MUST-TRY TOURS
ñ The Canal Tours' Grand Tour
Copenhagen is a wonderul way
of seeing Copenhagen, where
you get to experience the
idyllic harbors, and canals of the
city. The tour is free if you have
purchased a Copenhagen
Card, if not, the price is 80 DKK
per person.
ñ Book a Guided Bike Tour with
the Cycling Embassy of Denmark.
If you have been on a canal tour
to see Copenhagen, you must
also hire a bike to explore this
amazing city, where bicycles are
the most widely used form of
transportation. The cost for the
guided bike tour is 4,000 DKK
with a maximum of 15 participants
per guide. Visit www.cyclingembassy.dk/our-services/guidedbike-tours/
for more information.
FOOD TO TRY
ñ Rød pølse: This delicous
brightly red Danish sausage is a
must-try, and you can find it at
the flea market in Nyhavn in late
afternoon.
ñ Smørrebrød: A traditional
Danish open sandwich that was
mentioned above. Here are some
of the addresses where you can
order it.
Selma, Vesterbrogade, 97A,
Copenhagen, Denmark
Frederik VI, Frederiksberg Allä
42A, Copenhagen, Denmark, +45
33 31 33 38
ñ Fløskesteg: This Danish version
of roast pork is often enjoyed at
Christmas dinners in Denmark.
The pork is marinated with cloves
and other spices. You can order
this amazing dish at any traditional
restaurants in Nyhvan.
Fiskefrikadeller: This national dish
is a type of fish cake, that you
can also enjoy at any traditional
restaurants in Denmark, or food
courts in Tivoli.
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