A Video Tour of Charming Copenhagen
It took me 2 days to fall in love with Copenhagen. Now, 5 years later, it's my adopted home. Here's a quick mixture of footage filmed over the past year in Copenhagen that shows some of its more (and …
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Denmark 101 – Are Danes Rude? – Episode 5
A common complaint from tourists and recently arrived expats is Danish rudeness when it comes to navigating city streets…
Denmark 101 – Danish Bike Rage – Episode 4
You've no doubt heard about Danish bike culture. At least about how more than half of all Copenhageners bike every day (…
Denmark 101 – Jaywalking & Peeing in Public – Episode 3
Danes are famous for their adherence to stoplight laws (unless they're biking of course). Jaywalking isn't something you…
Denmark 101 – Shopping Culture and How To Piss Off A Dane – Episode 2
In this discussion I explore Danish cultural norms and protocol using the supermarket example (and confirm it) which has…
Denmark 101 – Your Crash Course In Danish Culture – Intro
Denmark and its residents are a fascinating group. In this video series I'll be leveraging my observations and research to share with you insights into how to get the most of your interactions with th…
The Restaurant by Kroun – Exciting Nordic Cuisine in Copenhagen
Copenhagen's culinary scene grows increasingly exciting with each passing month. The once somewhat one-dimensional Nord…
Solo Travel, Sexual Assault and the Conversation We’re Not Having
Among independent travelers under 35, a majority of those taking to the road are women. This often surprises people beca…
Turning 31 – Reflections on Confidence and Relationships
Over the past few years a tradition of sorts has arisen. To celebrate my birthday, I sit down, put on my thinking cap, a…
Dear Restaurateur Your Fancy Sorbet Sucks
Based in Copenhagen, I've found myself seated in one of the world's hotbeds for culinary innovation and inspiration over…