Day 1 -Copenhagen

Better late than never! This was a trip I planned for 2020 and it’s finally coming to fruition. First stop Copenhagen and my initial impression is very positive. This is going to be fairly brief as most of the day was just spent getting here. I landed and then took the train to the center of town. Super easy to do and only cost $4.40 US - quite a bargain. Found my hotel and then took a long walk to get my bearings. Here are just some things that caught my attention. Lots of construction happening. I love the contrast of the very old and very new. Feels like such a vibrant city and because the weather was amazing so many people out walking and more bicycles than cars for sure. Lots of water with the sea and all the canals so beautiful boats taking people out and something I’m planning to do tomorrow for sure.

Nyhavn is probably the most photographed area of Copenhagen and what everyone thinks of first. Established in the 1670s it was originally sailors’ quarters. Now very gentrified and full of trendy cafes, jazz clubs and great people watching. Also where Hans Christian Andersen lived and no way at some point I’m not going to see the Little Mermaid statue.

I walked by so many beautiful stores! Good thing I’m not much of a shopper because it was tempting even for me. I wandered into this beautiful emporium called ILLUM and came across this spectacular art installation by Kenneth Rasmussen - an artist that upcycles trash to art. This one is knitted from plastic bags and was gorgeous.

What I didn’t do was eat! I was occupied with taking it all in and then was just too exhausted to sit at a restaurant for fear of falling asleep in my plate. So tomorrow I will definitely make up for it and post the local fare. Lots of bakeries which is right up my alley. As usual I have planned full days for myself so check back and come along. It feels so good to be out exploring again🤗