When we started planning to live abroad for six months – we originally looked to Europe before deciding on New Zealand. We didn’t think we’d even make it to Europe, let alone Thailand. But things fell into place, we found a great deal on a flight to Copenhagen and off we flew from sunny, warm Thailand to the somewhat sunny, not quite as warm Copenhagen. After we got over the shock to our senses (we’re not in 100 degree humidity and we still don’t speak the language), we settled in to our week in Copenhagen. Denmark is known for being one of the best countries to live in the world. Why? It’s not the warm weather (although it did warm up while we were there). Free health care, beautiful architecture and design, sustainable solutions, easy to use public transportation, bikes everywhere…you get the point. While it may have been a fluke we ended up in Copenhagen, we became really excited about spending a week in this fairy tale city. Our week in Copenhagen went by quickly. That didn’t stop us from trying some of the best burgers in town – we were staying next door to Halifax which had delicious burgers that were ginormous. We also popped into the markets down the road and enjoyed strolling down cobble stone roads. The other thing we learned about while in Copenhagen – hygge. It’s hard to find a direct translation. Basically, it explains the cozy, organic sweaters, the sleek, well-fit clothing, the cuddly scarves, the fireplaces in bars, long-drawn out dinners. It’s enjoying nice things in life whether that be nice things, a pleasant setting, or good friends and good conversation. It’s our take-away from Copenhagen – hygge, enjoying life....
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