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Copenhagen, Denmark | |
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Berlin, Germany | |
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Malmo, Sweden | |
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Copenhagen, Denmark | http://www.visitcopenhagen.com Hidden passageways Yorks passage X X
Christianborg Palace 800+ years of history and today, the palace is home to the Parliament, the Prime Minister's Office, and the Supreme Court
Royal Library
The Ancient Baths Ancient bath house
Agnetta and the Mermen Royal Library Gardens Garden haven, small pond, looks like a medieval garden with hedges
Superkilen City block painted red and pink, public park in the Nørrebro district of Copenhagen, Denmark
Stroget Shopping Mile 5 minutes from Christiansborg Shopping area with boutiques, cafés, and restaurants
TorvehallerneKBH Fresh food market Urban, covered marketplace featuring stalls with local produce, gourmet foods, beverages & desserts Website
Pastry Place DANISHES
Castles! 8 different castles Website
Nyhavn Harbor Nautical vibe, colorful shore-side with tall ships docked along the quays
Danish Architecture Centre First permanent exhibition on Danish architecture https://dac.dk/en/
Tivoli Gardens Amusement park dating from 1843 A review video says it’s pricey
Christiana Commune Functioning alternative society A neat place to explore and buy weed Cars are banned, bicycles are the main mode of transport, and horses roam free
Carlsberg Brewery Tours Brewery Temporarily closed for renovation until autumn 2023
Cisterne Underground art
The Round Tower Astronomy tower from 17th century $6 per person
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Malmo, Sweden | Malmö Castle Malmö Castle was built from 1537 to 1542 on top of ruins from an old fort It is the oldest preserved Renaissance castle in Scandinavia, and today it is used for a variety of different experiences and exhibitions
Historical Square, Lilla Torg Square located in the centre of the city, close to the main shopping square “Stortorget” Created in 1590 and was used as a shopping square then and still is today Area has small shops and cafés
Stortorget Shopping square
Malmö Saluhall Food counters serving ramen, ice cream, falafel & poke in a repurposed dockside industrial space
Triangeln Eclectic, urban mall offering eateries and high-end stores
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Keflavik/Reykjavik, Iceland | Northern Lights Priority Food Tour Cost is about $100 for 3hr tour - which is about the cost of 3ish small meals (tacos, burger, entrees all cost about $45 each) Blue Lagoon Iceland About: Hot springs with geothermal seawater Plethora of volcanic landscapes, rising pillars of steam Winter months (December-February) offer the chance to see the Northern Lights Getting there: 15 min drive from Keflavik Airport 45-minute drive from Reykjavik Visitors can also take a bus or a guided tour from Reykjavik to the Blue Lagoon Reservations: Will want to book asap Must book several months in advance to ensure your space, likely will be turned away at the door without a reservation especially during peak tourist season (June-August) Things to note: It’s a requirement to shower naked in public before entering the lagoon, to ensure that the highest hygiene standards are maintained. Though uncomfortable for some, nudity is not taboo in Icelandic culture, so worry not; no one’s looking. Towels and swimsuits are available for rent, visitors are also welcome to bring their own towels and swimsuits Hours: January-May, 08:00-21:00 June 1st -August 20th, 07:00-24:00 August 21st - January, 08:00-22:00
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Copenhagen, Denmark | https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/capital-region/copenhagen/restaurants Pastries, danishes Hot dogs Smørbrød (open faced sandwich) Fish Pork Danish beer
Alouette 1 Michelin Star (And a Green Star) - Modern Cuisine $$$ https://www.restaurantalouette.dk/ The Samuel 1 Michelin Star - Create Cuisine $$$ https://www.thesamuel.dk/ formel B 1 Michelin Star - Modern Cuisine $$$ https://formelfamily.dk/ Marchal - 1 Michelin Star - French Contemporary (Good for Lunch) https://www.dangleterre.com/ Hart Bageri |
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Berlin, Germany | Turkish and Greek food Currywurst Doner kebab Jelly donut Beer with flavor added Eisbein - pork knuckle Bouletten - Kassler - thick boiled ham With cheese noodles Ka- Potato pancake with applesauce on top Turkish simit (pastry) with Turkish tea Turkish bakery breakfast (sukush? Turkish?) Dong Xuan Center - viatnamese food store
Bourdain spots: No Reservations Prater Beer Garden Konnopke's Imbiss Rogacki Hasir Ocakbasi Bräustüberl Weihenstephan Parts Unknown Fleischerei Domke Michelberger Restaurant Zum Schusterjungen Lichtblick-Kino Compact cinema, seating 32 people, showing documentaries & foreign-language films with subtitles Try turkish and greek food
Bourdain: No Reservations Prater Beer Garden Konnopke's Imbiss Rogacki Hasir Ocakbasi Bräustüberl Weihenstephan
Parts Unknown Fleischerei Domke Michelberger Restaurant Zum Schusterjungen Lichtblick-Kino
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Keflavik/Reykjavik, Iceland | Kjotsupa Lamb (Stew) Hot Dog (Lamb) Seafood (Lobster Soup) Skyr (Cake) Fermented Shark Ice Cream
Lava at Blue Lagoon |
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Copenhagen, Denmark | General Mixed gender bathrooms are normal
Transportation in Copenhagen Uses officially marked taxis Denmark doesn't have Uber or Lyft Bikes are very popular and common, along with renting bikes 4 metro lines 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Easy way to go all over town How to get around Copenhagen
US Department of State for Denmark PASSPORT VALIDITY: Recommend at least 6 months beyond your period of stay
BLANK PASSPORT PAGES: One page per stamp
TOURIST VISA REQUIRED: Not required for stays under 90 days
VACCINATIONS: None
CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR ENTRY: 10,000 Euros (or equivalent)
CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR EXIT: 10,000 Euros (or equivalent)
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Berlin, Germany | General Danka - thanks Skoal - cheers Prosit - drinking to one’s health
Transportation in Berlin Clever Shuttle A bus taxi: rideshare eco-taxi where you share the ride with other peeps, almost like a bus
US Department of State for Germany PASSPORT VALIDITY: Three months beyond planned date of departure from the Schengen area including transit (strictly enforced).
BLANK PASSPORT PAGES: Two pages.
TOURIST VISA REQUIRED: Not required for stays under 90 days.
VACCINATIONS: None
CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR ENTRY: 10,000€ (euros or equivalent).
CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR EXIT: 10,000€ (euros or equivalent).
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Malmo, Sweden | General
Transportation in Malmo Malmo is walkable Can walk to most landmarks Bikes are very common Most hotels offer bike rentals Bike rental apps: Donkey Bike or Malmö by Bike
US Department of State for Sweden PASSPORT VALIDITY: At least three months beyond the period of stay
BLANK PASSPORT PAGES: Space for entry and exit stamps
TOURIST VISA REQUIRED: Not required for stays under 90 days
VACCINATIONS: None
CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR ENTRY: 10,000 Euros (or equivalent)
CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR EXIT: 10,000 Euros (or equivalent)
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Keflavik/Reykjavik, Iceland | General
Transportation in Reykjavik City Center area is walkable Location: from Old Harbour to the Hlemmur bus terminal Electric scooters are available Bus transportation in Reykjavik is easy, cheap, and gets you to the best spots in the city Straeto, Reykjavik’s public transport company: bus routes, times, and fares Regular bus ticket: 480 kr (3.30 USD) during the day and 960 kr (6.55 USD) at night Buses travel up and down Hverfisgata street, but it's best to wander Laugavegur, the main shopping street, on foot There’s no Lyft or Uber
TRAVEL BETWEEN THE KEF AIRPORT AND REYKJAVIK Airport transport bus service: Shuttle bus is fairly priced and travels to and from Keflavik Airport frequently Ride time: 45 to 60 minutes Taxi: Starting price is around $110 USD
US Department of State for Iceland PASSPORT VALIDITY: Three months required, six months recommended beyond your planned date of departure from the Schengen area.
BLANK PASSPORT PAGES: Two pages required for entry stamp
TOURIST VISA REQUIRED: Not required for stays less than 90 days
VACCINATIONS: None
CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR ENTRY: Any amount over 10,000 Euros or equivalent must be declared
CURRENCY RESTRICTIONS FOR EXIT: Any amount over 10,000 Euros or equivalent must be declared
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Flights and Transportation | General travel tips: Take photos of documents Print out to back up (passport, ID, Covid card), leave copy at home and take one with
Copenhagen, Denmark Uses officially marked taxis Denmark doesn't have Uber or Lyft Bikes are very popular and common, along with renting bikes 4 metro lines 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Easy way to go all over town How to get around Copenhagen
Berlin, Germany Clever Shuttle A bus taxi: rideshare eco-taxi where you share the ride with other peeps, almost like a bus
Malmo, Sweden Malmo is walkable Can walk to most landmarks Bikes are very common Most hotels offer bike rentals Bike rental apps: Donkey Bike or Malmö by Bike
Reykjavik, Iceland City Center area is walkable Location: from Old Harbour to the Hlemmur bus terminal Electric scooters are available Bus transportation in Reykjavik is easy, cheap, and gets you to the best spots in the city Straeto, Reykjavik’s public transport company: bus routes, times, and fares Regular bus ticket: 480 kr (3.30 USD) during the day and 960 kr (6.55 USD) at night Buses travel up and down Hverfisgata street, but it's best to wander Laugavegur, the main shopping street, on foot There’s no Lyft or Uber
TRAVEL BETWEEN THE KEF AIRPORT AND REYKJAVIK Airport transport bus service: Shuttle bus is fairly priced and travels to and from Keflavik Airport frequently Ride time: 45 to 60 minutes Taxi: Starting price is around $110 USD
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General Prep | Bring cash Alert credit cards and banks of travel Practice DuoLingo phrases (not required) Tipping not expected but rounding to 10% for exceptional service is nice to do
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Copenhagen, Denmark | Stays Transportation Food Other
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Berlin, Germany | Stays Transportation Food Other
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Malmo, Sweden | Stays Transportation Food Other
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Keflavik/Reykjavik, Iceland | Transportation Bus transportation in Reykjavik: Regular bus ticket: 480 kr (3.30 USD) during the day and 960 kr (6.55 USD) at night Airport transportation: Bus service: Shuttle bus is fairly priced and travels to and from Keflavik Airport frequently Ride time: 45 to 60 minutes Taxi: Starting price is around $110 USD
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Flights and Transportation | Train: Copenhagen to Malmo - $12/person Train: Berlin to Copenhagen Flight: Copenhagen to Berlin - about $100
Reykjavik Bus transportation in Reykjavik: Regular bus ticket: 480 kr (3.30 USD) during the day and 960 kr (6.55 USD) at night Airport transportation: Bus service: Shuttle bus is fairly priced and travels to and from Keflavik Airport frequently Ride time: 45 to 60 minutes Taxi: Starting price is around $110 USD
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Packing List Example | | |
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| Pack: Thin scarf thing Merino wool gloves Sweater blue cashmere Thermal shirts (4) Green shirt Grey Henley Red down puffer vest Yoga pants (3) Sweater black merino wool Wool skirt Merino wool socks Thermal leggings for skirt Loungewear items Socks, panties, bras Waterproof boots Swimsuit (Reykjavik hot springs?) Berlin clubbing outfit (tbd) Socks, panties, bras Waterproof boots Second pair of shoes (tbd) Swimsuit Toiletries (see subtask for full list) Bag/purse thing Phone Wallet Pen Wearing to airport: Adidas Long black water resistant down coat (maybe) Yoga pants Thermal shirt |    |
Toiletries | General Day cream Night cream Tylenol Toothpaste Toothbrush Deodorant Conditioner Shampoo Face wash or scrub Body wash Flossers/floss Razor Sunscreen Brush Tampons Earplugs SPF chapstick Makeup Foundation Sponge with holder Mascara | |