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Denmark has become well known for its talent in staging successful conferences and congresses. High profile events such as the UN Climate Conference COP15, IOC, EWEA, EU2012 and many more were successfully staged in Denmark. Will your congress be the next? We look forward to welcoming you in Denmark and to host your next innovative and successful business event in the country of MINDblowing Meetings!

The Winter Jazz Festival (or in Danish: Vinterjazz) is set to sweep all over Denmark for the 13th time on February 1-17, 2013. Vinterjazz is once more pushing its boundaries further with a record breaking number of concerts totaling approximately 300 concerts all over Denmark. This year's program presents a quite extravagant selection of International and Scandinavian musicians – as well as the finest and most progressive names from the modern Danish jazz scene.

Why not take a tasting tour of traditional Danish dishes? It’s not only a great way to fill your belly, but you’ll learn a lot about Danish culture and history and meet a lot of Danes along the way. So dig in to a plate of Plaice á la Skagen in North Jutland or pick your favourite pickled herring at Møn in South Zealand. Every region has its speciality and here are some of the highlights.

The local winners of VisitDenmark and Wonderful Copenhagen's pioneering MINDchallenge competition; W&O Events (UK), IdeenReich (DE), Appoint Event & Conference (SE), Spokespeople (US) and Hotellmegleren (NO) are on their marks and getting ready to pack their bags - and creative MINDs - to head for the international MINDchallenge Finale 2012 in London during the Olympics.

Following an exciting afternoon packed with great pitches from participants W&O Events (UK), IdeenReich (DE), Appoint Event & Conference (SE), Spokespeople (US) and Hotellmegleren (NO) - the winner of VisitDenmark and Wonderful Copenhagen's pioneering international MINDchallenge 2012 final was declared, namely; IdeenReich of Germany.

Christmas in Denmark is a magical time. As the weather cools down, the festive spirit heats up. Christmas in Denmark is full of tradition, food, entertainment and good company. It is the time of year when the Danes really focus on spending quality time with family, friends - and even strangers! Here's a great guide to Christmas in Denmark, packed with ideas, events, bakground information and suggestions for making your Denmark Christmas break memorable. Learn more about Christmas markets, concerts, shopping, Danish Christmas food and traditions.

Foodies simply love Denmark. Our gourmet capital Copenhagen has 12 Michelin-star restaurants and is home to the world's best restaurant, noma. Traditional Danish dishes are experiencing a revival too in good company with the acclaimed New Nordic cuisine. Combine this with real brain food to help maintain concentration levels at meetings and you're all set to go...

Denmark and the Danes have given this year's Giro d'Italia a flying start. The race organiser RCS was extremely satisfied with the first three stages of the race held in Denmark, where a perfect race execution and up to half a million spectators made the Giro tour start a great success. 

Meetovation emphasises the use of unique and original environments and local attractions. The sense of authenticity helps delegates open their minds and better appreciate and remember where, how and why they spent time a your meeting!

West Zealand is a part of Denmark steeped in history. From the stone age through the Viking era, medieval times and the present, West Sealand has played an important role in Danish history. The region is home to the impressive cathedral city Roskilde, dating back to Viking times. West Zealand has plenty of Viking attractions to look at, including Viking ships and Viking fortresses. The region is scattered with small market towns and quiet harbours, and the nature consists of beautiful fjords, beaches, cliffs, rolling hills and islands.

Gourmet Denmark   Denmark has been called the epicentre of true Nordic cuisine. Enjoy a lunch or dinner at some of the best restaurants located on Zealand, Funen and Jutland.

Aalborg in northern Jutland is to host prestigious International Conference on Web Engineering in 2013.

Unlike many other countries, Denmark celebrates Christmas on Christmas Eve.

Meetings & Incentive Networking in Denmark As a professional meeting planner, you always have to be forward thinking and far sighted. If you are looking to get more effective results and return on investment from your business events and meetings, Wonderful Copenhagen and VisitDenmark can give you the vision to create more impactful and inspiring meetings. 

The new 2012 edition of the Michelin Guide has awarded Copenhagen’s restaurants a total of 14 stars. Not only is that more than any other Scandinavian city, it is also more than other European cities such as Hamburg, Amsterdam and Vienna, Copenhagen also has more Michelin restaurants than Rome. This means that Copenhagen forces it’s position as the gastronomy capital of the North.

Copenhagen is a fantastic city for a short break. It is relatively small with excellent public transport links, so you can cover most of the attractions and diverse neighbourhoods of the capital over a weekend. Here's a guide to getting the most out of 48 hours in Copenhagen.

Diverse, modern and fun, Aarhus is one of the happiest cities on Earth. A visit to its art galleries, cosy Latin Quarter or the Old Town will show you just why Aarhusians are so happy…

International conferences and congresses provide an excellent opportunity to showcase the unique selling points of a region and they can - now with the help of 66 newly appointed Goodwill Ambassadors - be a major growth generator for Southern Denmark. 

In just 100 days the beautiful Danish landscape will play host to the northernmost Giro d’Italia start ever. The Danes will kick off the cycling party with an array of fun happenings and side events. 

A new partnership called 'Strategic Hosting' has seen the light of day in southern Denmark. The aim is to provide business tourists visiting the region with an exceptional experience before, during and after the business event.

Denmark has taken the top spot on the United Nation's first ever World Happiness Report and among other important factors are sustainability, gastronomy, innovation and design & architecture. 

Denmark is perfect for budget travel. The country is full of cheap and free experiences for every taste. Most place operate with have free admission so it’s not just the beaches and urban areas that are free to enjoy. So if you want to take a budget trip to Denmark, here you’ll find inspiration for travelling on the cheap, including cheap dining and cheap accommodation. Travel to Denmark for less!

Denmark is one of Europe's top cruise destinations. Copenhagen has been rated Europe's Leading Cruise Port by the World Travel Awards several times. Other renowned Danish cruise destinations include Aarhus, Elsinore, Skagen and Bornholm.

Denmark’s Prime Minister and acting EU chairman, Helle Thorning-Schmidt and Denmark’s Crown Prince Frederik will give the world’s toughest road cycling race a royal send-off when Giro d’Italia 2012 starts in Denmark 5-7 May. Denmark will celebrate the event with a giant pink party.

Last week in Lyon young chef Jeppe Foldager from Copenhagen Denmark took silver medal in the world championships for chefs, the biannual Bocuse d’Or in Lyon. The competition was started by legendary French nouvelle cuisine chef Poul Bocuse, he himself presenting the awards at age 86. Jeppe Foldager took silver after the French contender, Thibault Ruggeri, the darling of the predominantly French crowd of spectators.

Odense is situated at the very heart of Denmark. Famous as the birthplace of author Hans Christian Andersen, you might not know that it is also the official bicycle city of Denmark. Uncover more about Denmark’s third-largest city here…

At the Nordic region's largest food festival, Copenhagen Cooking, visitors will be able to explore the kitchens of the world, as well as food from the best of the city's own Michelin-starred restaurants at special, bargain-prices. Copenhagen Cooking runs from 19-28 August with a more spectacular programme than ever.

The ‘New Nordic Cuisine’ and the Copenhagen restaurant scene are sizzling hot. When food festival Copenhagen Cooking takes place from 23 August to 1 September, you can get a taste of what it's all about. The city’s gastronomic players welcome you to a tasting experience you will not forget.

Dear Guests, We are delighted to welcome you to our lovely Lakelands – the perfect place to unwind and enjoy quality time together. It is also the ideal setting for wonderful if challenging days exploring the hilly countryside. Welcome to the Lakelands 

Why Denmark? Why should you choose Denmark to capture the attention of your target group and provide your meeting participants with an unforgettable experience? Here are ten good reasons:

Goodbye to kit, equipment and gruelling hardship. Hello to a one-day luxurious journey from Fredensborg Palace to Helenekilde Badehotel. Royal North Sealand welcomes a new kind of cycling tourist – people who want an active yet comfortable holiday, who prefer to plan their own individual cycling route with a little help from an electronic guide.

With this concept, organisers narrow in on health issues in the workplace. The day is intended as a kick-off event for a new and healthier approach. Emphasis is given to diet, exercise and the physical setup of the workplace. Through exercises in the health centre, participants are encouraged to change their ways and lead a healthier working life resulting in more energy, higher productivity and less illness. Process Before the event, a consultant from the conference venue will help define the objectives of the meeting and their impact on the workplace.

 Copenhagen restaurant noma once again voted World’s Best Restaurant

In Denmark focus is on targeted and tailor-made meetings and on optimizing the amount of time and money spent on bringing people together! Our 'Meetovated' conferences and meetings are both efficient and responsible. They focus on engaging participants actively, when relevant, and have a new creative approach to a far more flexible use of meeting and conference facilities. 

Let the local environment play a part, and give your meeting participants a unique experience they will remember on a professional and a personal level. An experience that emphasizes why this specific destination has been chosen for your meeting. Visit local attractions, let the local cuisine be a part of a lunch and have local experts or pep talkers join your meeting. Grow wiser on the local inspiration element of Meetovation

We have a clear vision of being the best hotel in Europe for business and leisure travellers. 40 years of experience with planning and hosting meetings and conferences, located near Billund Airport and LEGOLAND® makes us one of Denmark’s preferred venues.

If you dream of waking up to a breakfast prepared by your own chef on your 60 m2 large, private terrace facing Tivoli, with 3 bathrooms, an open fireplace in the living room, your favourite flowers, wine cooler with your favourite wines, B&O Smart-TV and iPads in the living rooms and bathrooms, this can now come true!

The concept aims to improve the relationship between colleagues. Mutual understanding and a sense of belonging with the company are keywords. The different elements of the concept seek to promote a work environment where participants find the inspiration and mutual trust it takes to deal with such issues of understanding and belonging. The concept is founded on the idea that development is enhanced by a shared feeling of togetherness, sensual stimulation and comfortable surroundings.

You’d be hard pressed to find a better cycling destination than Denmark. With over 12,000km of sign-posted cycle routes, gentle terrain, inspirational nature and short distances between amenities, Denmark is a country made for cyclists. It’s safe, easy and great fun. So get on your bike and take a cycling holiday in Denmark, with the help of our information on cycle route planning, bike hire in Denmark and recommended sights and attractions along the way.

They did it again. noma. For the third consecutive year, the restaurant noma is listed no. 1 on the S.Pellegrino ‘World’s 50 Best Restaurants’-list which is hosted by the esteemed Restaurant Magazine and the result of over 800 leading chefs and culinary writers worldwide casting their vote for their favourite restaurant. 

Seafood, Nordic cuisine, gourmet experiences – there are many good reasons to dine with the Danes. All across Denmark you’ll experience fine gastronomy at inns, hotels and prized urban restaurants. Download itinerary as PDF

Whether visitors are looking for a fun and educational family holiday or an inspiring weekend break in one of the world’s most liveable countries – then look no further! Download itinerary as PDF

Denmark is one of the oldest monarchies in the world and its long legacy is perfectly preserved in its many fine castles, manor houses and gardens. Many are still used by the royal family today and most are open for you to explore, with exhibitions, museums, art collections and other events throughout the year.

As critics go wild over New Nordic Cuisine, chefs are reaching out to the man on the street with novel ideas. Ever tried Asian food with a Nordic twist? Welcome to New Nordic 2.0

The mainland part of Denmark, Jutland, offers lively cities and cultural highlights as well as wide-open nature, sandy beaches and seaside towns. Jutland has all that the heart desires…

Denmark offers different and beneficial meetings that create a better outcome of the time and money spent when bringing people together. Meetovation conferences and meetings are efficient and responsible. They engage participants actively and have a new creative approach to a far more flexible use of conference facilities. This homepage offers a variety of meetovation tools and inspiration to meeting planners who want to improve the return on investment in their meetings.

In Denmark we have the infrastructure and facilities you need for a smaller meeting or a bigger conference. Copenhagen airport is the largest in Scandinavia, and from here a wide range of first class hotels and venues are waiting for you. Not to forget the excellent gastronomy in Denmark with the best chef and best restaurant in the world. In Denmark, one of the most sustainable destinations, it’s quite easy to get from A to B.