Royal Denmark

When activity holidays are mentioned, the first thing that often comes to mind is being quite busy. While this can be the case, it need not be if you would rather spend a portion of your time relaxing. It is entirely possible to take part in activities such as skiing, diving, sailing and more at your leisure. Many consider the best holiday to be one that includes the perfect mix of activity and relaxation.

Both hosted and freestyle activities are available, and there are benefits to both. Guides tours are an excellent method of truly learning more about a location. However, if you would rather explore on your own, you can. This is simply a matter of personal preference. What is important to note is that you have the power to do exactly as you wish when traveling, and can create custom adventures that are appealing to you personally. It truly is as simple as that.

Activity holidays are often selected so that nothing is missed. Traveling to any location without taking part in local activities would simply be a waste. You can indeed have it all in terms of having the perfect ratio of relaxation and activity. Never have travelers had more options than today. Neilson offers a plethora of destinations and activity options. Simply select what appeals to you, book online, and prepare to experience exciting new destinations.

One of the meals that had prepared us the Visiting Denmark was Nørrebro Bryghus Brewery Restaurant. The small beers Nørrebro factory founded in 2003, consists of the area where 8 different types of beer, a restaurant at the top and a bar are produced beer in the basement.

It specialty is a menu of pairing of Danish food with the beers produced in his factory micro. And being my first experience in pairings of beers the result was spectacular and not only in the quality of the food and beer but also our mood and desire of revelry. Read the rest of this entry »

Returning to El Bulli, nominated as the best restaurant in the world five years, where Ferran Adrià decided that he would close his restaurant to convert it into a Foundation, the Association that designs the rankings of the best restaurants, decided to get the title of best restaurant in the world at El Bulli, and appointing as successor to the restaurant Noma in Copenhagen.

The restaurant chef René Redzepi Noma, with two Michelin stars, is located in an old building in the District of Christianshavn which served as a warehouse for vessels that went to the Danish Islands. Its name comes from the Association of the concepts (Norse) Nordisk and Mad (food) and intends to present a reinterpretation of the Nordic cuisine. Read the rest of this entry »

This new restaurant is chef Bo Bech. Bo Bech is a famous Danish chef has cooked some of the best restaurants in Europe and rose to fame in his country through a reality television show kitchen in Danish television. Bo Bech was previously in charge of the Paustian restaurant with one Michelin star in 2008. From that moment he preferred closer to the public and set up a bakery in Copenhagen where it only sold a single type of bread and eventually created the restaurant Geist. The restaurant Geist is an antithesis of his former restaurant, very informal, with walls dark and quite noisy offers simplified versions of their creations to make them accessible to all audiences. The objective of the Geist is not having a Michelin star restaurant but offer high-quality food to their guests at a reasonable price. Read the rest of this entry »

Open in October 2010 for the chef Jesper Moeller, has a clear objective, offering high-quality local food reducing to the maximum consumption of ozone-depleting emissions. In addition to focusing on the kitchen, another objective is the recycling of materials for use in their restaurant and bar of 700 m 2 in a spectacular location.

The Toldboden offers a rich menu of brunch and personally chef Jesper Moeller explained the philosophy of the restaurant. After a very interesting talk he entertained with a delicious meal tapas, pinchos and humeado salmon spectacular. During the meal we also drank beer and wines whose production philosophy is to minimize the emissions of polluting gases into the atmosphere. The truth is that we had to ask more bread because it was all delicious. Read the rest of this entry »

We Give you a list of proposals for things to do once you are in the Danish capital soil:

Stroget
Stroget say that it is the longest pedestrian Avenue in the world (2 km), and connects two of the most beautiful esplanades: Radhuspladsen (the Town Hall square) and Kongens Nytorv. It is the commercial artery of the city, and always has great animation. This part, the famous canal Nyhavn (new harbour) is one of those images so many times we’ve seen photographed.
To the North, the Latin quarter is always available for a plan cobbled together until dawn: live music, a beer or some street representation. There is the Cathedral of Vor Frue Kirke, built after the British attack in the space that previously occupied several churches. close by, two seats are highly recommended to walk and drink: Grabrode Torv and Kultorvet.

To the North of the canal, the Amalienborg Palace is the residence of the Royal family since 1974, where the changing of the guard can contemplate when the Queen is in its interior. Not far away lies the Christiansborg Palace on Slotsholmen island and the castle of Rosenborg, of hexagonal plant, defended by bulwarks. In a few minutes we are already very close of the puerto… and the Little Mermaid. It is the most photographed statue in the world.

The old town tene its limit the central station, where begins the lively Vesterbro, the súmmun of the night in Copenhagen. Its axis is the Vesterbrogade Street. Istedgade is the most colorful and animated Street: hosts local live music and apartments occupy young Bohemians and artists. Meanwhile, Halmtorvet and Straw Square live under the Parisian influence of sophisticated cafés and restaurants in design.

Tivoli
The Tivoli is the most picturesque of Vesterbro. Also breaking records, it is the oldest amusement park in the world. Differs it from others its ancient character with a touch a both kitsch and “related”. The night is the best time to visit, when the lighting gives a feeling of regression to the past. Read the rest of this entry »

The Danes are obsessed with privacy. Each of them. Even the toughest covered in leather Biker will recommend a bar based on the factor of “hygge” in Danish, however, “hygge” means more than fires of cocoa and tea. It is a sense – a sense of warmth and the company. Then, as another winter long waiting in the wings, it is time that this feeling hygge. Here are some points that hot more comfortable in the capital, Copenhagen.

Nationalmuseet

While the Viking bling and the art of the Renaissance are sufficient reasons to visit the National Museum of Denmark (Ny Vestergade 10), to capture this hygge atmosphere, it is difficult to overcome the collection of the House of dolls Museum historical, implemented as a city harvest perfect in a dark exhibition space. Peer in the House, meticulously detailed and I wish that they were quite small trawlers inside and cosy. Read the rest of this entry »

“Do the happiest place on Earth?” Disneyland may claim the motto of cheese, but we like to think that Legoland Denmark, although much smaller, can give a timetable for their money.

“LEGOLAND is, after all, a theme celebrating Park ‘ toy of the century” in the country in which it was invented: Denmark, “the happiest nation in the world.” If you think that this place is going to be something special. And it is.

Legoland in Billund, a small town in the regional Denmark, which was the cradle of the toy bricks opened in 1968, is located. Billund is about 260 km west of Copenhagen; part superior, there the airport was built by the Lego company in the 1960s has evolved to become the second largest in the Denmark airport. Public transport in the Park are excellent.

Once here, your heart is heated by the sight of 59 million plastic bricks with imagination to create sky Lego and both happy families of Scandi – pallid possibly only healthy how can adapt within a theme park? You can feel a little underdressed not be accessorising with their own offspring excited, but not apply – begged this place all but embrace thy heart’s child. Read the rest of this entry »

Barcelona is the capital of the Catalonian region of Spain and one of the most cultural, vibrant and exciting tourist cities in the world. There is so much to see and do in this breath taking city that you will want to return over and over again to make sure that you haven’t missed a thing, so that you experience everything it has to offer. Many airlines and tour operators are offering regular deals on Barcelona flights and you will find great opportunities to travel there at all times of the year. Why go to Barcelona? Here are some of the main reasons that a trip to this fascinating city is a great idea.

Culinary Delights – Spain is famous for its fantastic food and is home to the very popular Tapas style of dining. Barcelona has some fantastic restaurants and cafes where you can enjoy a lovely meal of traditional Spanish dishes and enjoy some rather fine local wines.

Weather – Although Barcelona does have cooler seasons and has some days of rain, it is generally a warm and sunny location with lovely temperatures and cool breezes. An ideal place to enjoy the sun on the beach or  to sit in the warm weather on a street side cafe watching the world go by.

Culture – There are many different sights and attractions to visit in Barcelona. The city has a rich cultural past and you can visit numerous museums and old buildings which explain some of the history and tradition of this fascinating place.

Beaches – Barcelona has a stunning coastline with miles of gorgeous beaches. There are a number of beaches where you can relax and soak up the sun, or you can walk along the harbour and downtown area along the coast and enjoy the clear and invigorating ocean air.

With so many different Barcelona flights now available you can easily find an affordable ticket to take you away on a break to this amazing city. There is so much to see and experience in Barcelona that you will no doubt travel home excited to return again in the future to revisit the wonders of this bustling metropolis.

Melbourne is one of the most attractive and popular destinations for a weekend break in Australia, and it is easy to see why.  Melbourne’s proud cultural and historical landmarks stand alongside some modern architectural marvels, making this a city with something for everyone.

Moreover, there is an infectious vibrancy to be found on the streets of Victoria’s capital city, as disparate cultures and ethnicities from around the world mix to create a unique character.  In fact, the only problem with a weekend break to Melbourne is trying to fit it all in!

A great way to start your trip is with a visit to one of Melbourne’s many top-class museums.  Culture vultures will find a range of art galleries and history museums to rival almost any city worldwide.  The National Gallery of Victoria stands out from the crowd as the country’s largest and best art collection.  Entrance is free and the Gallery is situated just west of the central Yarra Park, so it offers convenience and good value as well as a fascinating array of works. For a more family oriented museum visit, the Melbourne Museum is the best option.  Boasting an IMAX cinema and a wide variety of historical exhibits, this museum could easily take up a full day of your trip!

Alternatively, if you are in the mood for a day in the open air, Melbourne Zoo is a fantastic place to have a picnic. The zoo is the oldest in the country and plays host to over 300 animal species.  All the old favourites are here, from Asian elephants to zebras, while the state-of-the-art seal enclosure was opened in 2009. Although the zoo is situated a few kilometres north of Melbourne city centre, it is easily accessible by bus or train.

Perhaps one of the best ways to become immersed in the spirit of the city is to take a trip to one of the many weekend markets.  The most famous among these is the Queen Victoria Market, which first opened its doors in 1878.  Saturday mornings at The Queen Vic can be quite hectic, but they undoubtedly offer a true flavour of Melbourne culture.  There is a plethora of food and produce stalls to peruse, and the market’s central location means you can wander out onto the streets to explore the city further once you’ve had your fill.

A fitting end to a weekend in Melbourne is a trip to the Eureka Skydeck.  Situated 285m above street level, The Edge is a glass cube that will offer you a unique view over all the sights you’ve explored in the previous days.

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