One of my favorite types of speaking engagement is introducing Denmark to some of the smart, motivated young people arriving from around the world to study at Danish universities.
Since the publication of my first book, How to Live in Denmark, I’ve been speaking regularly to audiences of new arrivals, and I probably learn as much from them as they learn from me.
Among the things I’ve learned is that the aspects of Danish culture that the Danes are most proud of can be troublesome for newcomers.
The Secret Strategy for Practicing Spoken Danish
Queen Margrethe, Denmark's good-humored, much-loved monarch
The Non-Drinkers' Guide to Danish Christmas parties
Denmark's Big and Wonderful Second Hand Economy
On the Road: The Tunnel to Germany
On the Road: Riding Copenhagen's big yellow "Harbor Bus" ferry
On the Road in Denmark: Esbjerg, Ribe, and Fanø
Saving money in Denmark: How to get around for less
Saving money on food in Denmark
Books about Denmark from the second hand store
Practical tips for moving to Denmark
Gender equality in Denmark
Danish beaches in winter
Driving in Denmark
Dining in Denmark: From crispy fried pork to flower juice with champagne
Denmark and the Coronavirus Summer
Animals and Denmark: Swans, pigs, and horses
The Danish Alcohol Culture
Debt in Denmark
Making Danish friends: A few tips based on experience
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