“I think I’ll hike up Lille Malene to catch the sunset. Want to join?” How could I say “no” to that invite from my friend Lasse. It had been a glorious day, and even though I was still very much in the grip of a mystery illness I’d bought with me from Australia, off I […]
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“Hinnarik Kammanilu” are the most popular children’s performers in Greenland. Celebrating their 15th anniversary this year, it shows that buck teeth, a melodica (one of those small keyboards you play with your mouth), an acoustic guitar, and fun songs specifically written for children will forever make you a hit with the kids. In Australia, we
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Greenlandic music is some of the best music you’ve never heard of. There is a surprising number of amazing musicians in Greenland, and Ole Kristiansen – a favourite amongst locals – has been around for years. What better way to experience his music for the first time than at the Katuaq Cultural Centre in Nuuk.
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The Tasting Menu at Sarfalik Restaurant in Nuuk offers a fine-dining experience that allows you to enjoy a wide variety of Greenlandic produce in the one sitting. Professional chefs take the abundances of the season and prepare innovative dishes using a variety of modern techniques for a truly unique taste of Greenland. In the 2.5
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The Australian National Anthem playing in Greenland. Wait, what?! Yes. Much to everyone’s surprise, Phillip Bellingham (a fellow Aussie from Victoria) beat local legend Martin Møller to the finish line of the 2019 Arctic Circle Race by a mere 3 minutes and 18 seconds. This 160km, 3-day event near Sisimiut is widely renowned as the
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Yes, there is such a thing as Greenlandic Beer. Godthaab Bryghus is the largest brewery in Greenland and it is possible to do a tour of their facility if you are visiting Nuuk. Even if you are not a beer drinker, it is a fascinating insight into the logistics and workings of a small brewery
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Abandoned in the 1960s as part of the Danish government’s G60 program, the small settlement of Qoornoq has found a new lease on life as a Summer getaway for the families of its former residents. Exploring this small village on a boat tour from Nuuk offers a wonderful 1/2-day trip into the Nuuk Fjord from
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A Nuuk Fjord boat tour is a must-do for every visitor to Greenland’s capital city. Even a relatively short trip of a few hours takes you past incredible mountain scenery and may even provide you with dinner! There is something really special about being out on the water. I’m not sure what it is, but
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Taking a helicopter scenic flight over the Nuuk Fjord is one of the highlights of a visit to Greenland’s capital. But did you know you can make your flightseeing experience even more awesome by landing near the summit of one of the highest mountains in the area? I LOVE helicopter scenic flights! With air travel
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My travel schedule for 2019 is very much centred on Greenland. Those of you who have chatted to me in the past 18 months know how obsessed I am with the place, so I was very excited to be able to collaborate with Guide to Greenland for this trip. I actually started blogging for them
