DENMARK Copenhagen Business School / Study Abroad in Scandinavia (DIS)Copenhagen Business School / Study Abroad in Scandinavia (DIS)

DENMARK Denmark is bordered by Germany, Sweden, Norway, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, and Poland Denmark is made up of 406 (!) islands The people speak Danish and English

DENMARK AND THE DANESDENMARK AND THE DANES Danes are known for being: – Punctual – Reserved – Humble – Environmentally conscious – Efficient – Globally aware – Fun! In Denmark, be sure to learn about “hygge,” which roughly translates to the word “cozy” Danes ride bikes (even in heels!) everywhere, and public transport is fast and efficient They have a constitutional monarchy—royal family

CLIMATE The weather in Denmark is: – Rainy – Cold – Dark …..slowly becoming….. – Sunny – Warm – Windy

WHAT TO PACKWHAT TO PACK In your carry-on: – Airline ticket – Passport – Letter of acceptance – Arrival details/pre- departure packet – Medications/ prescriptions – Insurance card/info. – Laptop – Wallet/purse Other packing advice: – Pack light—call airline for weight/size restrictions – Bring clothes you can layer; include waterproof layer, good walking shoes – Bring a smaller backpack/duffle for travel – Bring pictures from home to show new friends – Bring dressy outfit for going out

HOUSING DIS: – Home stay recommended (best immersion, lowest cost, as meals provided) – Kollegium/Danish roommate (good chance of meeting Danes; self- catered) – Residential Community (will have to work to meet Danes; self-catered) – Folkeh Ø jskole (partial meal plan; long commute) CBS: --Student residence halls (Holger danskes vej has been popular) --Rooms in private homes/apartments (CBS assists with booking) --Most students buy linens upon arrival --Self-catered means you will be shopping and cooking for yourself

BANKING & BUDGETINGBANKING & BUDGETING Danish currency is krone (crown); plural is kroner Most stores (except grocery stores) accept major credit cards (may require PIN) Many students opt to use debit card and withdraw on an as-needed basis Watch exchange rates— withdraw sufficient amount when rates are good; be careful of bank fees Traveler’s checks not used as frequently (due to fees, not widely accepted, etc.) Denmark is an expensive country, so learning to budget is important Learn cheapest places to shop (Netto, Aldi, etc.) Try packing lunch instead of buying junk from 7-11 or eating out each day Return your cans/bottles and get $ back Learn basics of public transportation—you don’t want to pay for more zones than you need, for example

HEALTH AND SAFETYHEALTH AND SAFETY Denmark is known for being a very safe country However, it is always a good idea to be aware of your surroundings and use a buddy system when traveling or going out Health care system very good Richmond students covered by health & accident insurance while abroad Go to and click on “Health & Safety” then “Health & Travel Insurance” for details and for insurance forms

LOCAL TRAVELLOCAL TRAVEL Things to do/see: – Roskilde Cathedral, favorite burial place of the Royal Family – The Viking Ships Museum – Kronborg Castle, the setting of Shakespeare’s play “Hamlet” – Frederiksborg Castle – Møns Klint, white chalk cliffs which tower from the turquoise green sea – Tivoli Gardens, amusement park in Copenhagen – Consider joining a club, a sports team, or volunteering (great way to meet locals) – Spend a night at the opera in Copenhagen's harbourside Opera House – Remember reimbursement policies

HAVE A GREAT ADVENTURE!HAVE A GREAT ADVENTURE!