A new life in Denmark
How internationals have changed their lifestyle after moving to Denmark. Photographs: Pexels / Private Text: Natália Šepitková To settle...
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The International
Nov 83 min read
A guide to Mortens Aften
Photographs: Tue Hansen Text: Heather Storgaard Happy 10th of November! Have you ever celebrated Mortens Aften before? If not, this is...
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The International
Sep 153 min read
The languages of Sønderjylland-Schleswig.
Photographs: Region Sønderjylland-Schleswig FB Page / Destination Sønderjylland FB Page Text: Heather Storgaard It is a well-known fact...
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The International
Sep 154 min read
Blending into Danish culture - the unwritten rules.
Photographs: Pexels Text: Natália Šepitková Full integration into the new community requires knowledge of written and unwritten local...
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The International
Jul 103 min read
In plain sight - Copenhagen's not-so-hidden gems.
A modern city by historical standards, Copenhagen remains rich in history despite its lack of ancient legacy. "In Plain Sight" acquaints...
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The International
Jun 123 min read
The spark of kindness in a new land
Embracing compassion amidst change. Photographs: Pexels Text: Ophelia Wu Remember the last time a random act of kindness from a stranger...
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The International
May 63 min read
Making friends in Denmark
Photographs: Pexels Text: Dominic J Stevensen Let’s call a spade a spade, Denmark can be a tough nut to crack regarding making friends....
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The International
May 64 min read
What's trust got to do with it?
Hidden hurdles to integration in Denmark. Photograph: Pexels Text: Luisa Geitmann-Mügge The fact that it is hard to learn Danish, takes...
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The International
Apr 82 min read
Reconnecting and honouring ancestors
Photographs: Pexels Text: Ophelia Wu As April adorns the world with her fresh blooms and longer clear blue skies, people across the...
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The International
Mar 133 min read
A Danish easter
Photographs: Pexels Text: Dominic J Stevensen The strung fairy lights, lanterns, and candles of winter have given way to the array of...
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The International
Dec 17, 20233 min read
A European Christmas in Denmark
A column devoted to those brave "first-time" internationals in Denmark. Photograph: Tivoli / Visitaarhus / Visitnordvestkysten Text:...
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The International
Oct 16, 20233 min read
From "potato holidays" to Halloween
Danish pupils and students have a one-week autumn break every year. It will be from 14th till 22nd October this year. Danes are always...
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The International
Sep 11, 20234 min read
The challenges of learning Danish
Danish is a Scandinavian language from the same old language – Old Norse. It means that with a little effort, Danes, Norwegians and...
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The International
Aug 14, 20233 min read
Finding your support network
Moving to another country is a significant adjustment, embracing a new culture and language and, most importantly, leaving your family...
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The International
Aug 14, 20232 min read
Denmark needs international labour!
Photographs: Pexels / Aarhus City Welcome Text: Rikke Skak Harboe Danish companies and organisations are experiencing the most...
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The International
Jun 11, 20233 min read
Outdoor summer fun
Summer holidays are around the corner! This means many more outdoor activities to go to and meet the locals. Photographs: Unsplash Text:...
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The International
May 12, 20233 min read
Authentic motherhood
Living between cultures. Photograph: Unsplash Text: Nanna Hauch Being an expat mother is a unique and enriching experience, but it can...
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The International
May 12, 20233 min read
Learning the language
As an expat, no matter where you come from, you have many things to consider when moving to another country. Of course, work or studies...
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The International
Apr 9, 20233 min read
Getting around in Denmark
When moving to Denmark from a big city like New York, London, Paris, or LA - you might find the Danish capital small and not as crowded...
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The International
Mar 2, 20233 min read
Discussing Danish dress code
Navigating the do's and don'ts of an office wardrobe in Denmark. Our cultural detective Jane gives us some tips and hints. Photographs:...
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