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Time for 24 hours in Copenhagen?

April 2009

Like to travel?
Like meeting new people?
Like looking seriously your best at the same time?

Then it is time to pop over to Copenhagen for a fun-filled weekend. Bring your girlfriend, bring your boyfriend, bring anyone and why not get a group together for a memorable holiday together.

THE FLIGHT
First things first: how to get there?
SAS Scandinavian Airlines has plenty of direct connections from five UK airports, so no matter where you live there will be an airport near you serving Copenhagen. Flight time is under two hours so you are there in no time at all.

THE HOTEL
Where to sleep?
Below you will find a list of hotels offering great deals this spring/summer.

Day One

12.00 THE SIGHTSEEING TOUR

With all the basics sorted, it is time to hit the town. First get your bearings. With a history going back to Viking days there is bound to be a lot to take in. Easiest way is to hop on one of the canal boats that, with a guide onboard, will take you to see some of the most famous sights in 50 minutes. You will see the world-famous Little Mermaid, The Royal Palace, the new Opera, the new Playhouse, houseboats in Christianshavn, The Black Diamond, the sometimes called ‘hangover building’ in black marble (you find out why when you see it…) and the Parliament. Tours start at Nyhavn and at Gamle Strand. http://www.canaltours.com/  

13.30 THE DANISH LUNCH
If you hop off at Gamle Strand, you are just a few minutes from Royal Copenhagen in Amagertorv. Their Royal Café combines exquisite design with a bit of humour. Try some Smushi, a successful combination of Sushi and the Danish classic Smorrebrod served on their famous porcelain. Or hop off at Nyhavn as by now it is time for you first Danish Beer. Some say that Denmark’s economy is based in the three B’s – Beer, Bacon and Butter, so why not try it out? Nyhavn waterfront district is known for its abundance of bars and restaurants so just grab a couple of chairs and join the welcoming atmosphere. The speciality lunchtime eat in Denmark is the Smorrebrod and as English is widely spoken, you’ll have no troubles in getting the exact Smorrebrod that suits you. There is an awful lot more than bacon to choose from, as there might be as many as twenty-five different toppings to select from. As to what to drink with it, just remember that ‘probably’ the best lager in the world comes from this city. http://www.royalcopenhagen.com/  

16.00 THE DESIGN MOMENT
The Danish Design Centre is a ‘must visit’ for anyone appreciating good design and the centre’s task is to promote the importance of good designs in our everyday lives. The permanent exhibition display true design icons of the 20th century. This inspiring venue is open every day of the week. http://www.ddc.dk/  

18.00 THE RIDE
Right opposite the Danish Design Centre you can just walk right in to the fairytale world of Tivoli Gardens. For more than 100 years, this has been the most popular tourist destination in Denmark. There is music, there is dance, there is a variety of restaurants to suit any pocket and of course rides. Tivoli’s new attraction in 2009, Vertigo, will be the wildest and fastest interactive ride in Northern Europe. With a maximum speed of up to 100 km/h and 360 degree turns, the flight will awaken your full range of emotions, making you both shudder and scream with laughter. It is ready for take-off on 1 May. Maybe best to do this before dinner… http://www.tivoli.dk/  

20.00 THE EVENING IN THE TRENDY NEW AREA
Think Art, Food and Cocktails and head for Vesterbro area. Once a run down red light district, it has over the last ten years turned into a vibrant centre for those looking for a great night out. New bars and cafes are popping up like mushrooms along Istedgade, Halmtorvet and Flaesketorvet. If you love fish, you are by the coast after all; the place talked about right now is Funky Fiskebar serving good fish dishes at great prices. Time for clubbing? Ideal Bar is just one of many good haunts. It is the venue VEGA's lounge bar at street level. Every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening has its own theme, each with its own host or club, and entrance is completely free.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/vesterbro  


Day Two:

08.00 THE BREAKFAST
Hearty breakfast at hotel. Most hotels include breakfast in the room price and what a breakfast it is. Laid out like a true Scandinavian Smorgasbord, you will start the day with fruit juices, milk, coffee, tea, a wide selection of fresh bread, sausages, cold meats, eggs in any-which-way you like, cereals, fruits and more. Many dishes are often organic and produced in Denmark.

09.00 THE FUN ACTIVITY
After a breakfast like that, it might be time to work some of it off. Just pick up a City Bike from one of a hundred or more bike stands, insert a 20DKR coin and set off to discover the city from two wheels. The map is already placed between the handles, so just off you go. As you return the bike, you get your 20DKR coin back – so it is all for FREE. http://www.bycyklen.dk/  

11.00 THE SIGHT TO TRY
A bit more active pursuits? If so it is time to race up the 209 meter long ramp to the top of the Round Tower. It is worth the effort, as from there you get the best view over the oldest parts of Copenhagen. The Round Tower was completed in 1642 and is the oldest working observatory in Europe. http://www.rundetaarn.dk  

12:00 THE MARKET + THE RETRO
If you are in town at the weekend, stop and browse around the Antiques and Bric-a-brac market on Israels Plads Square by Norrebro Station. You never know what you might find amongst the plethora displayed by the stallholders. If you are into Retro Design in clothes as well as interiors, head for Ravnsborgsgade. A street packed with mainly Danish treasures to be found.

14.00 THE SHOPS - THE SHOPS
Where to start? If you are into street-style head for the area around Larsbjornstraede and Studiestraede. At the other end of the scale, you will find the streets around Kronprinsensgaede filled with the latest in Danish and international designs. There is always something for everyone in Laederstraede/Kompagnistraede, whether it is fashion or funky interior design objects that takes your fancy. Then there is of course ‘Stroget’ itself, the longest pedestrian shopping street in Europe. The ‘new’ up-and-coming area of Vesterbro is also worth exploring.

17.00 HEADING BACK TO THE AIRPORT – SURELY NOT…
By now you have found so much more to see and do so be sure you make Copenhagen at least a 48-hour experience.

WELCOME!

Flight bookings:
www.flysas.co.uk/

SAS Scandinavian Airlines offers direct flights from Aberdeen, Manchester, Birmingham, London Heathrow and City airports.

Flight time is less than two hours!
It is also worth looking at http://www.expedia.co.uk/, as it often has special Copenhagen deals on offer!