As a former danish waiter I have to say that the U.S. way of service in restaurants are considered rude in Denmark, don't interrupt my evening! :D

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Haha that seems to be the Danish consensus here. Thanks my friend

@SuneTheMairn

2 жыл бұрын

As a current Danish waiter, I would say, that's not necessarily true

@kewsoner7924

2 жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders that's an European consensus

@freyjasvansdottir9904

2 жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders I am Icelandic and live in Denmark and have traveled in the US. I don’t want to know the name of my waiter and I definitely don’t want to chat with them. Just be curtious and brief and bring me my food. I understand why US waiters are forced to be like they are what with tips being a thing, they should of course be paid a living wage by their employers.

@Softpaw1996

Жыл бұрын

@@SuneTheMairn as a Danish person eating in restaurants i agree with OP. When my food has been delivered i want to enjoy it with whatever company is in my group. that doesn't include the waiter. now that being said, i still tip. Even though its weird, seeing as waiters are paid a decent wage.

The level of service americans are used to, is considered over the top, almost rude and offensive by many danes. We're like "just give us our food and go away!" We're not at the restaurant to interact overly much with the staff, but to be with the people we're there with.

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Yea in America we tend to have some conversation and form some type of connection, however artificial, with the staff. In general, that's not a thing in most European countries. The staff isn't dependent on the tips in most European countries either though

@adama2721

3 жыл бұрын

Actually I think Americans Are just trying to be nice with the customer service..,,Why would someone just give you your food and run away? Lol. Being nice isn’t “over the top”

@Sigart

3 жыл бұрын

@@adama2721 I would consider them interrupting my time with my family/friends/significant other if they tried talking? Wouldn't you consider that rude? Why are they trying to butt in? In this case, this isn't being nice, but definitely being rude.

@adama2721

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sigart As someone who has lived on and off in Europe for years, just think that sometimes Europeans, (not all) can be a little snobby and arrogant sometimes...always critiquing why Americans do this and why Americans do that. Like Just chill...lol. Idk why Danes do half the shit they do either, but we can all get along and appreciate our differences.

@Sigart

3 жыл бұрын

@@adama2721 Oh, there's no doubt about _that._ XD European snobbishness really isn't in question, but I would still consider it rude if a server intruded on my meal. Regardless, it's healthy to have the habits you take for granted questioned by people seeing them from "outside" so to speak. They might point something out you never thought about.

when we, Danes, are out to eat with family or friends we dont wanna be interrupted by some person every 5min... if we need something we just silently wave them over...

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Yea I've experienced similarly in a lot of Europe. It's interesting that here it may be considered rude for the waiter to interrupt every few minutes while in the states it's considered rude if they don't. Thank you for watching my friend 🙂

@user-bq3ze5cc2d

21 күн бұрын

@Naturalwonders: My husband is from Denmark but lives here with me in the states (California). I got married in Denmark and have been there 4 times. I have been to Copenhagen twice and it is pretty dope! 😊😊

Happy to hear it was a plesant experience, its so hard to judge how good/bad ones own country really is, especially when you are not the one who belongs to a minority. Glad you enjoyed your stay.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend for watching and for the compliment. I know what you mean, it's hard/ impossible to see things through someone else's eyes. But it's really cool that you're seeking other perspectives. That's huge in itself. It's a beautiful country you're from!

There's no tipping in Denmark, as we have high fixed wages for waiters as well. That however means that eating out is expensive. If you don't have much cash, there's a lot to save by buying your food at a store. Same goes for alcohol. Depending on how fancy you want your food, some lodgings will have a small kitchen. I don't know if the same goes for hostels.

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Ahh thanks for the tip my friend. And the higher prices are worth it when you consider the outcome is lower income inequality. The hostel did serve food at certain times of day but at night they had food delivered to the bar which was nice. Thanks my friend 😁

@Softpaw1996

Жыл бұрын

well true and not true. Its true that the wage is high for waiters. but alot of places have used the "trick" of handing you the handheld device that you use to pay with. And its primed to ask if you want to tip and how much.

@Valjean666dk

Жыл бұрын

@@Softpaw1996 I've never encountered that. Is that a Copenhagen thing?

@Softpaw1996

Жыл бұрын

@@Valjean666dk its a Danish thing. i've been all over Denmark, and its just a thing restaurants do. happened in north Jutland, north Zealand, south Zealand, and mid Jutland. Oh and on Bornholm aswell.

@Valjean666dk

Жыл бұрын

@@Softpaw1996 I guess we are just different in Western Jutland then.

Good stuff! When Finland got our 1st #1 ranking for Happiest country there was a lot of shock and surprise as the Finns aren't exactly known for their sunny outgoing joyous demeanor. As you mentioned it's really more a measure of being content, and that can make finding your way to true joy much easier. I hope you can make a video about your time up here! Would be interesting to hear your comparison to our southern Nordic neighbour.

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you agree with that! But your right, the path to joy is a little more paved for the countries at the top of that list. Several Finland videos are in the works my friend. I appreciate you watching!

I just randomly got this recommended. Thanks for giving us a good review man! Hope you enjoyed your stay :)

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching my friend. I really enjoyed my time in the country!

Never underestimate the value of personal and social security. Danes take care of eachother

I really enjoyed the info on Denmark, especially from a Black perspective. Before Covid, I was hoping to have visited a year ago. I’ll definitely check out that hostel as it sounds like a great place to stay and chill. I would have loved to have seen some of your pics or video from the places you saw there, but your description certainly makes me more eager to visit! A couple of years ago at a conference I met the author of The Year of Living Danishly. Her book mentions a lot of the things you mentioned about happiness but something that stuck with me from the book was it was said that they trust their government, which you have to do in order to allow that much control over the taxes that cover all of the services, so I don’t think we will see anything like that in the US anytime soon! 🤣

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad that you enjoyed it man. Yea you're right I should've put up some footage of the city. But you're gonna love that hostel, I'm def going back there. But that thought on the government is true. I was just talking to my Dutch neighbors and they said they don't mind paying high taxes because they know the money's going to the right places. You're right though, I don't have much faith in America fixing that as it's too deeprooted.

@TheCalvinChronicles

3 жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders Looking forward to your future adventures. Maybe our paths will cross one of these days. I have friends in Amsterdam and Finland so I'll definitely be in the area at some point

@JRBendixen

11 ай бұрын

If you hang out with foreigners everything is cool and what you sre used to. If you want to hang out with danes. Be prepared to drink a lot of alchohol. Not kidding, we use it to break our social barriers.

when you said you felt comfortable in your skin, that really got to me.

@Naturalwanders

Жыл бұрын

That's what matters most to me

I've been looking at Denmark so this was nice to watch. Thank you for sharing your experience!

Great video! Thanks for that. As a black man living in Denmark (mostly Copenhagen) for the past 23 years, I recognize a lot of your experiences. I've also been to Møns Klint and taken the wrong track... A lot has changed in the past 23 years. Being stared at is mostly a thing of the past and there are a lot more black Danes. Even when people do take a "good look", it's never felt malicious to me and I've hardly experienced any overt racism. I consider myself very fortunate. On the other hand many of the black women I know and have spoken to have had a number of bad experiences. It's true that Danes don't go around smiling and chatting to strangers in general, but like you, meeting people at a bar and striking up a conversation that leads to a great night has happened to me a lot. So in my view Danes are very friendly. Copenhagen is not cheap. But there are a lot of great places to eat and drink (another of the many changes over the years), which I would really recommend. Halifax is my go to take away burger! I'm glad you enjoyed Copenhagen. I'm going to check out some of your other reviews.

@Valjean666dk

2 жыл бұрын

Things certainly have changed a lot. I grew up in small towns(here in Denmark), and I didn't see a black person "in real life", till I was at the hospital in Esbjerg in the late 80's as a teen. And I'm certainly "guilty" of taking a "good look". But the guy seemed to take it with good cheer. Danes don't like to intrude on others, which make us seem stand-offish, but despite our reputation, I think we're not that fuzzed about being "intruded upon", depending on the circumstance. And as you have learned, striking up a conversation at a bar isn't likely to rub anyone the wrong way. Probably at worst they'll show disinterest. My experience is that being a foreigner peaks peoples interest. At least if they speak a common language, normally being English.

@Softpaw1996

Жыл бұрын

i love halifax. and i love your comment. i know of what you speak off regarding Women of color being treated poorly. have worked as a volunteer at a women's home. And boy the majority there were women of color. At-least where i worked. And all of them had some sad stories to tell.

@benz9790

Жыл бұрын

Im danish and good to hear your enjoying our country and i’m happy to hear that you haven’t been exposed to any overt racism as you put it, i dont want my country to stand for NONE of that. However i must correct you, there are no “black” danes, danes are white. Just like saying white nigerian, they do not exist.

@wolvesofblackwallstreet6780

Жыл бұрын

I found the native Danes to be very friendly and welcoming, but sadly, my experience with the black Danes (accents normally African-ish) was that they tended to be stand-offish, much like seemingly so many of the 1st- and 2nd-gen African immigrants in the U.S. Maybe it was just me. I noticed, but didn't care really, as 99.9% of the people were incredible. 1) Are you from the U.S.? 2) What prompted you to move to Denmark? 3) How long did it take you to learn the language? Did you study privately exclusively? Or did you happen to take the government-sponsored course? 4) Lastly, did you become a Danish citizen? It seems you are committed. :)

@JeffPhillipJoseph

Жыл бұрын

@@wolvesofblackwallstreet6780 1) I'm English from London. 2) Like most foreign men here, especially Brits, I moved for a woman :) 3) Good conversational Danish took me around 5 years, but I'm not good with langauges. I worked with an American woman about a year after I arrived and she picked it up a lot faster than me. I took a government-sponsered course, which at the time was totally free for the 2-3 years I did it. I met some really nice people there. 4) I've passed the citizenship test and now need to send in my application. I waited a bit until after the Brexit rush. I will probably be here for the rest of my life. It's a great place to live and raise children :)

Next time try Western Jutland 😊 from the border of Germany to Skagen. Amusement park - go to Klampenborg North of Copenhagen and the Bakken; it first opened for business in 1583 (there has been some changes since then though 🤭).

Been to Denmark several times. COPENHAGEN is a great place but the rural areas are beautiful, beautiful beaches, everywhere is close to the sea.

Thank you for the great Fro score and thank you for visiting. I am happy to hear tha you enjoyed your stay.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for watching! It's a lovely country you're from

Very nice video, Sir! You answered all of the questions that I would have asked.

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! I'm really happy that you found it helpful my friend

Thanks for this video. I remember looking for content like this years ago bc I was moving there. Nothing like this and it helps put things in prespective when you are black and want to move there. Great video and keep up the good work!

@Naturalwanders

Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you saying that. That's why I make this content as I also was looking for this myself. Thanks for watching and sharing my friend :)

Thanks for the lovely video and happy you felt welcomed. Some tips: you can live on a shoestring in Denmark and for sure you can do a lot of things on a budget, especially moving around with public transport metro, S-train, busses, coaches, ferries (ask for specials and rebated travel passes, combined sightseeing tickets) bus to Malmø is 59 DKR and train is also very reasonable. and eating away from the tourist traps, especially in Copenhagen. Using hostels is god advice - safe, fun, good quality for less.

@Naturalwanders

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the good advice and tips. I'll be sure to consult it before my next visit

Thanks for visiting, I hope you will be back soon, and I am really glad that you found our capital city welcoming. It makes sense that you were mainly in the city centre during your short visit, and it is lovely in there, but for anyone on a budget, the Nørrebro, Vesterbro and Amagerbro districts have much cheaper bars and restaurants, and most young people live and congregate there. There are even relatively affordable Michelin restaurants, though they aren't your thing. You might like a very popular bar like Mina's where *everything* costs 3 euros, it is all good value, and the folks there are great. (Østerbro and Frederiksberg are also charming neighborhoods, but more expensive). I'm sure you are used to weird comments, so I won't go too much into the fact that there are racists in Denmark like everywhere else. It's just really nice that you had a good stay in central Copenhagen, since I was under the impression that a lot of people come in from the suburbs and are scary -- another reason for exploring the "-bro" neighborhoods (Nørrebro, Vesterbro, Amagerbro, Østerbro, nothing to do with bro culture).

Very well made video bro, you're a great storyteller :) and im happy that you enjoyed your trip to my home city!

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you saying that bro! I love that city and I'm looking forward to returning

Thank you for this. Great work ☺️

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend!

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

And thank you for watching the video I'm glad you enjoyed it!

You're really chill and thoughtful. Nice review! :D

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much my friend! I'm happy that you enjoyed and appreciate you watching 😁

You put so much work into these vids you need more subs I found for channel like 3 weeks ago and watch all your vids keep it up and you’ll get far for sure!

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

They'll come with time. No worries. I appreciate you saying that and watching. I'll keep them coming for you!

@gianni-1682

3 жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders can’t wait

Just from watching this video I would think that you would get along with most people most places, no matter what color of skin you're in. You seem to have a cool attitude and that's the most important - not just when traveling but in life in general. Way to go, dude! Glad you liked Copenhagen and Møns Klint! Do come back soon - and yeah, the weather is a whole lot nicer in June, July and August! Lots of🌞🌞🌞 and no ☔☔☔ 😆

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much my friend!! Not gonna lie, that makes me feel good to hear. I really can't wait to return to your country because it's truly lovely. I'd love to visit with some more sunshine 🌞

actually walt disney visited tivoli in Copenhagen, and got the inspirations from them,, to build disney world themepark.. so thats cool

Great honest precise review.

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend! I appreciate that

Hey man just came across your channel, that's a great perspective of my city. I live in Copenhagen and for my part time job i work for Wolt where I deliver food to customers from different restaurants around the city, in fact i do pass the hostel u stayed at on a regular basis, i once delivered to someone that lives next to it, it looks really good chill too. If ur still here then i can show u around if u want whenever ur free, or if u ever come here in the near future let me know then we can arrange something can meet in the city center.

Great video! Please do more of Denmark! :)

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

I'll make sure to do that my friend! Thank you

Got to the point in two minutes... A youtuber who values your time? yes please. (also, i really like the little isometric animation)

Nice to hear you had a good time. I am a 50-something older white American guy and I did an undergrad semester there in the early 90's and have been back for visits 4 or 5 times, mostly in the Copenhagen region. When I was in college I lived with a family, which was nice. Back then I'd say Danes were a bit less familiar with non-white foreign people, so I got lots of awkward questions about African-Americans. It was also a far more homogeneous country then with fewer immigrants. When I was there in fall '19 (first trip in 10 years) I had a really great time, and the city has changed and is more diverse but still has its unique character, and physically- things are much the same just improved. I vowed I would return more frequently. For me it is a place that I find very relaxing and stress-free. I'm not a cruise-ship or party party kind of guy. To me the luxury of a vacation is the luxury of time- not being committed to anything. Copenhagen is a great place to just wander and reconnect with yourself if you need that. Sometimes it is hard to connect with Danish people at first, but once you do, you're in, and they enjoy conversation and spending time in a way that it is different than a lot of Americans.

I can't believe you drove to Malmo! You can take a quick train there for less than $5 that takes a half an hour. The reason why you paid $50 is because they discourage people from using the cars and driving over the bridge it's more of a tax than a toll. That's how they make their money back on the bridge and its maintenance. It's a great place just to go for a few hours or the day. I couldn't imagine ever renting a car while visiting Denmark. The transit system is so efficient you never have to get into a car or a taxi. Most Danes especially in Copenhagen live on the bicycle. Their workplace oftentimes buys them a bicycle to commute. It's so flat there it's not difficult. I'm really glad you went and had a good time. I hope many people will follow your example. My suggestion next time would be to either rent a bike or borrow one. You can even put the bike on the train and take it to Malmo and then bicycle around there if you want at no extra charge.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh that's some great info and I'll take it all into account on my next visit. It's good to know that I can get to Malmo for so much cheaper than I did. Yea I really gotta car so that I could go to Møns Klint but probably some other way to get there

@williamlove6674

2 жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders Believe It or not Denmark is set up so you never have to drive a car or take a taxi. Whenever I would go to places like Røskilde to see the Viking museum and where all the monarchs are entombed many from Norway as well in the church, I did it all with the train system. It's great to use to go to the airport too or to Jutland. There's always a car where you can put your bike on too. I really enjoyed your video and your perspective! Thank you!

LOVE your graphics - what a cool video! I spent about 5 weeks in Copenhagen on a whim earlier this year and absolutely loved it. I cannot believe I'd waited so long (51) to visit. I took a little side trip to Amsterdam - also my first visit there - and again, was angry for having denied myself the experience for so many years. Coming from the U.S., one never forgets that we're Black, but in Copenhagen, it was as if no one even noticed. The daily race/color obsession in the States is a total non-factor in Denmark (and most of northern and western Europe, for that matter). Prayers for those impacted by yesterday's tragic violence, but never for a single moment did I feel unsafe in Denmark. And what you said about the air was spot-on. I was there over a month and the only angry person I saw the entire time was an entitled little _____ from Utah who demanded they open the slide at BLOX for her (true story). I could go on and on, but after previously thinking I'd end up near Bergen or Oslo, I'm strongly considering relocating to Copenhagen. It is expensive, but the pace of life was quite perfect for me. Lastly, I, too, found a lot of similarities between Amsterdam and Copenhagen and my initial observation was that Copenhagen is a more mature, grown-up version of Amsterdam. Example: In Copenhagen, EVERYONE follows the rules when biking. But in Amsterdam, you'd better have your head on a swivel when crossing the street. It's a *much* faster-paced city. Anyway, thanks for the video and for keeping your comments open. Safe travels! -Tre'

@Naturalwanders

Жыл бұрын

What a reply! I really appreciate you sharing your experiences and thoughts on it. I'm glad that you had such a great time in Europe! Better late than never my friend! Can't wait to have you back on this side of the pond

@IllUMINATED33

Ай бұрын

I would love to hear your reviews on your youtube page. What do you do for a living, where you can just leave the states like that? I'm curious. How was your experience with Danish women?

Great video, it's nice to hear the perspectives of visitors and it'd be great to hear your opinion about Sweden. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay! 😄

@Naturalwanders

Жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend!

@JRBendixen

11 ай бұрын

Sweden is awsome.

@Naturalwanders

11 ай бұрын

@@JRBendixen I must agree

I just had to look up the name of the burger place. I am from Canada and it struck a bell. Supposedly the owners met each other while going to school together in Halifax, Canada. Awesome!!

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Oh that's really cool! It's some really good grub at that place. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Copenhagen. Thanks for watching my friend !

Excellent review. I agree the vibe is different and you DO feel like a weight is lifted when you go to Denmark from the States. Met so many beautiful people during my visits whop are friends to this day. If you're a woamn NEVER rent a flat in the Red Light District!!! The jazz scene and the musicians is amazing.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm so glad you had a great time there and that you felt the same. I actually didn't get to experience the jazz scene unfortunately but good to know. I wonder how that red light experience went haha

Great video fam!

Dope video.. I was thinking of visiting Denmark

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Oh nice! I think you'd really enjoy it from my experience. You thinking about Copenhagen?

@mrsDenmark1

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome here 🇩🇰

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

@@mrsDenmark1 thank you! 😊

Great information a Thanks 🙏

I am so happy that you had a great time in DK. But here is some advice: next time you go from DK to Swe, you should really take the train, it would have saved you a lot of money.

I didn't eat at Halifax, but did try the burgers at both Bronx and Gasoline Grill. Both were *excellent*, with the slight edge going to Bronx. Denmark may not be known for its burgers, but it should be!

Thank you! I am looking to visit Denmark

@Naturalwanders

Жыл бұрын

I hope you enjoy! Let me know if you have any questions :)

@afarthsme

Жыл бұрын

Yes! I definitely will💯🙏🏾

Thank you for the video! Tivoli is not the oldest amusement park in the world - Thats "Dyrehavsbakken" - also in Denmark, North Copenhagen - dating back to 1583 :D By the way you can get great food in the "Crhistiania" town in Copenhagen.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh I'll have to eat next time I'm in Christiana! But thanks for the fact check on the oldest amusement park! And I appreciate you watching

@tobimobiv1

2 жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders Tivoli is the second oldest amusementpark in the world though

It is interesting when it comes to food. It can be quite difficult to try true Danish food, unless you get invited for a private dinner. There are traditional popular food available, like smørrebrød, Christmas lunch plates and various pastries. However findings the typical potato and meat dishes, they can be hard to encounter as a visitor.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

I'll have to find some locals the next time I come. Yes I found most of the food choices in Copenhagen were international dishes. Thank you for sharing my friend

@abaddon1371

Жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders Your best bet if not finding some locals who wanna invite to dinner, is to get to the roads outside of the cities and find an rural Inn. They will 100% at least have our national dish on the menu (Stegt flæsk med persillesovs = Fried pork with parsley gravy) Rural inns in danish is called "landevejskro" or just short "kro" A place like Copenhagen should have a place serving traditional danish food. I think they are just not as hip as the more popular places.

@dinmor929

11 ай бұрын

@@abaddon1371Umut’s Restaurant does serve traditional Danish food.

You got the right attitude, you will do well in Denmark

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend! It's a lovely country really

As a black man planning on moving to Denmark i appreciate this video a whole lot my guy

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

My man! I really appreciate you watching and I'm glad you found value in it. That's exactly why I made this bro

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with your travels and let me know if you have any questions along the way. I moved to NL from the states a few years ago so might have some insight

@Kimbp85

2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome, and hope you enjoy ☺️

@IllUMINATED33

Ай бұрын

@@Naturalwanders I'm curious. I'm a brother from the U.S. (Florida). Why did you leave the states? What do you do for a living, that allows you to travel and move freely across the pond? Lastly, When you were in Denmark, were the women showing interest? were they choosing? lol. Thanks.

Fun video, nice to hear another perspective on ones home country, you can actually rent electric cars 'per hour', and you get a discount if make sure it's left at a charging stand. Halifax is expensive, worlds greatest burger is from Gasoline grill :-D

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Oh that's a huge pro-tip! Thank you I like the idea of renting an electric car, especially on an hourly basis. I'll definitely check out the Gasoline grill next time though because I really enjoyed Halifax!

you are just awsome bro thank you

Thank you for this video as I black man its hard on us in the States Im looking to move to either Denmark Finland or Germany your videos will help me narrow down my choice.

@Batlafication

2 жыл бұрын

As a Dane I gotta tell you, we do not care... What you look like or what your religion is, just behave and everyone will get along 😉

@elizabethgatling1271

2 жыл бұрын

@@Batlafication I will be next! Thank you for saying that.

@SenemYucel19

2 жыл бұрын

There's a couple KZread channels of americans who tells of their experience moving from America to Denmark. One is Traveling Young and the other is Robe Trotting.

So happy you liked it here. But sorry about the ticket. That’ll ruin anyone’s day 😬 If you do come back one day, you should take a trip to Helsingør (Elsinore). It’s a beautiful city with a lot of history. It’s very close to Sweden, so it’s quite military, because we weren’t always the best of friends, so there is a castle which guarded the strait leading down to Copenhagen. The other reason to go is that you can get the ferry to Sweden as a pedestrian, which is way cheaper than the bridge or bringing the car, and Helsingborg (which is the Swedish town on the other side) is also a nice place to walk around for a few hours.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

This sounds like a beautiful place! Thank you for the great recommendations. I'll be sure to check it out the next time I visit 😄

About alternativ stay... there are a few who opens up their home,, so you a like a part of the household for your stay (usualy cheaper, but joining in on doping the dishes and cooking and the like... Hard to find but can be done if you find the Facebook page of a town in the area you would like to stay at as a base... (did it myself 15 years ago when I had a larger house, and would do again if I had the space...now i only have a free couch

The trick for drinks is that drinking in public is legal, and the supermarkets have excellent selection. Of course that works best in summer.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Ohh that sounds lovely. Very different laws than in the states. I really enjoy the open carry beverage rules in a lot of European countries

Your t-shirt is dope 🤗.

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! ☺

Sounds like you had a great time. Denmark is a lot like Holland when it comes to the mindset of the people living there.

great show thank you sir

If I may, just some facts on the two amusement parks in Denmark - you said that Tivoli is the oldest in Europe - it is the second oldest in the world - the oldest being "Bakken" and it is located just north of Copenhagen in Klampenborg. Tivoli was modelled after it, as a more high society leisure park.

Sorry, as someone who acted on my curiosity as a kid and out loud asked my mom why a man was black as he was walking past, while we definately have cases of outright racism but I hope the people that look are simply unused and curious about your difference of appearence, and that it didn't make you feel unsafe or targeted. I'm glad you had a pleasant visit in general, even if it was expensive ❤😬 and THE PASTRIES, buy one of each in the whole bakery! Ohhh in the summers we eat these awesome strawberry cheesecakes that just are the pinnacle of baking mastery - they look like biscuits with cream on, topped with strawberries. They. Are. Heaven!

@xzack8848

Жыл бұрын

Personally I wouldn’t be offended if I moved to a dominantly white country where most people have never seen a black person,

@Greksallad

Жыл бұрын

​@@xzack8848Right, but in places like Denmark or other Nordic countries, and especially major cities like Copenhagen, people generally won't be staring at you because of your skin color. If someone is staring, I can say with 99.99% certainty that they're staring because of something else. People are very used to seeing black people. I saw a video of a Jamaican woman talking about her trip to Gothenburg and she said people were staring a lot, and assumed it was because she was black. I'm definitely not saying she was lying and I'm not trying to invalidate her experience but I just don't think the people of Gothenburg are so unaccustomed to seeing black people that they would stare at them in awe or amazement. It's much more likely that people were looking at her because she was kind of loud, outgoing and social. These are clear marks of an outsider since Swedes in general are kind of reserved and quiet and don't smile a lot lol. Swedes also have quite the habit of looking right at people without really acknowledging them, which is often seen as rude by outsiders but there really isn't any bad intent behind it. It's just something we do without realizing it most of the time 😅

@forgefatherclaw2921

5 ай бұрын

At disney world, a young man, who I learned later was from Norway, asked his mother how a man could be made out of chocolate. I laughed so hard, so innocent so endearing. I told him I taste not as good as chocolate, unfortunately.

love this! my son is 12 and wants to move to Denmark He is half Puerto Rican Half Dominican and he identifies as an Afro-Latino. I hope he has a good experience living in Denmark.

It's cool that you're from NC. I'm looking gor a better country, currently living in NC and looking to move out of country. Gotta visit Denmark because the USA is getting very ghetto.

really good video

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend!

You have a good way of talking and telling stories. You could easily do well on KZread, it's surprising to see you only have 3k subs. As you said about Denmark, you too, are doing something right. Maybe travel vlogs aren't your market, but I think you have a good personality for KZread videos, just gotta find your niche.

The deer park is actually just called Dyre park, (Dyreparken) which means Animal park. Very inventive.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Ahh makes sense. I'll have to visit next time

Your right, Copenhagen is Sooo Expensive... Next time consider one of the other big city's as they are not nearly as expensive :) 3rd Biggest City Odense birthplace of H.C. Andersen (Famous poet "The Snow Queen," "The Little Mermaid") It has kind of the same vibe as Copenhagen just not as busy with lots of green areas, lots of history with old castles and manors doted around the island of Fyn, most know is Egeskov Slot with its big watery moat looks like something taken straight out of a disney movie, Beautiful gardens, museums.. 2nd Biggest, Aarhus much the same vibe as Odense, offers some beautiful really hike trails around the area.. 5th Biggest, Esbjerg old industrial fishing town (also where I'm writing you this from), Does not have that much to offer in the form of City life outside of the main shopping street.. It's a more chill and relaxed town, with small hikes in and round the town.. it would serv better as a weekend trip, Or as a base for visiting the many beautiful places within 1 hour drive from Esbjerg (plenty of buss routes) 35min car-ride away from Esbjerg you find the City of Ribe, Ribe is Denmarks oldest town settled by the Vikings in the year 700, with lots of old buildings (Oldest dating back to 1480-1490) really Picturesque :) If you go 35min to the North you will find Blaavand, Tourist city right on the coast, with beautiful beaches and in the summer time absolute filled with Tourists, tho not much to do besides Eat n Drink (Who doesn't love that) and long hikes around the hill tops.... So to end things off Denmark doesn't have to be expensive, you pretty much cut prices in half by Not going to Copenhagen . Just my 2 cents :) Much love //Kim

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Wow I really appreciate all that great info! I was interested in visiting Odense but didn't have the time. I'll def check. It out the next time I go. Thanks for watching and for the knowledge drop my friend! 😊

@dennissanfilippo8836

3 жыл бұрын

It’s total bull that Copenhagen is more expensive than other cities. It’s usually said by people who don’t live here. There’s a lot of competition here so it’s actually cheaper here than most other cities. Just stay away from the turist traps and you can find great food and drinks at rather good prices (I’m talking Danish standards here).

@slashv2

3 жыл бұрын

Lets take the simple art of Smørrebrød, a normal piece with eggs and shrimps with mayo, in Esbjerg costs 25kr in copenhagen it costs 35 the cheapest place ive ever been able to find (ThS på Amagerbrogade).. Same goes for pizza where you can also shave off 10-20kr for a Normal pizza. Lodgins/Hotels are also more pricey despite the competition... I'm in CPH 1-2 week each month because of work, so ive done a fair bit of comparison between the 2...

@jimmywayne983

2 жыл бұрын

Very true, you get much more for your money outside Copenhagen, especially when it comes to food prizes and even Prices on entertainment.

i love your hair mate 😂 .

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate. And thanks for watching

Thanks for the 411 Glad You Had a Great Time. Love the Name "Afrowanders". #ADOS/NYC..."Brooklyn in the House"

@Naturalwanders

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate you! SHOUTS OUT the best borough!

@friedaholmes3782

Жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders Very Best, Yes. Thanks.

If you wanna just visit Sweden to be able to say you have been there. You should travel to Helsingør and sail to Helsingborg without the car. That’s cheap. Helsingborg is also a nice city just like Malmö, though with less canals.

A lovestory to a hostel ;) Wild deer: Dyrehavsbakken - the deer's are in the dyrehaven-part, bakken is the worlds oldest amusement park. But Disney and tourists love Tivoli Malmö if you are solo traveler i would take the train across the same bridge for 30€ the roundtrip. If you are in to history i also would visit Lund. One of Sweden's most liveliest university cities with one of Scandinavia's largest cathedrals

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Niice!! Great recommendations my friend. I def wanna visit the deer park on my next visit. And that's a pro-tip on the train to Malmö. Thank you so much my friend 😊

@Dovndyr13

3 жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders the deer park is close to klampenborg station If you travel a lot in Denmark locally by public transit buy a rejsekort which is similar to the ov-chipkaart and gives you up to 50% off. Its valid in entire denmark, but dont cross regional borders (sealand (sjælland) is one region). Long distance tickets (even on sealand) can be cheaper on DSB's homepage (danish NS/Amtrak)

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

@@Dovndyr13 yea it sounds like a very is unnecessary when visiting Denmark. I'll be using public transportation on my next visit 😁

I understand that and that is good 👍

good content carry on

I cannot know your experience, but from my perspective as a dane, just so you know, people stare more in the country side not necessarily because you are black, but because they are curious. In the country sides people tend to know each other a little more to some degree than in the major cities and tend to be more socially engaging and open for conversation with strangers, just for social interaction, but also just to see if someone new moved in or what brought them there etc. probably because there are more time and space for such interaction and "stuff" are generally more safe out there, people kinda know each other and getting to know each other a little deeper might be prioritized more than in bigger cities where people tend to mind their own business more; so if people stare in the country sides just say hello. But of course there might also be people who stare because they don't see black people that often, and are just curious who this person is. Btw. If going to Copenhagen or Sweeden in the summer time, I'll recommend also going to the danish island Bornholm, it's kinda cheap to get there and stay for a few days, rent a few bikes just to get around to the most famous towns and places such as Hammershus, Gudhjem, Svaneke, Dueodde beach, Almindingen etc. and try some traditional sea food, beers, local products, buy a few cheramic or glass blown presents etc. enjoy the ocean, cliffs and nature. It is very cozy and beautiful together with some good friends especially. Germans, sweeds, polish and danes are the main tourists going there. Also look for evening music events etc. Probably stay away during the folk meeting period bevause it can get tricky to find a place to stay overnight, except if you might want to camp in a legal place in a tent or the like.

Thank you for the kind words 💖 If you're in the mood for white sandy beaches and cute villages, I recommend the island of Bornholm

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Ohh that sounds like a place I'd love to see. Thank you so much for the recommendation and for watching my friend!

Love the video and Tivoli is the worlds second oldest amusement park

@dickmeiss1999

3 жыл бұрын

The oldest i Bakken which is also placed in Copenhagen

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Okay I'll make sure to do that! What kinda Danish did would you recommend? Thank you

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! :) I actually hadn't heard of Bakken. It's amazing one city has the first two

@dennissanfilippo8836

3 жыл бұрын

Tivoli is the third oldest.

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

@@dennissanfilippo8836 what's the 1st & 2nd?

Its good to see my Habesha Brother traveling!

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir!!! I appreciate you brother

The temperature in summer in denmark actualy frequently hits the mid 80s fahrenheit

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Oh nice! I'll have to visit in July!

Yes, it's true there's a lot of stairs at Møns Klint. Only go if your legs can handle it. 😉

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely haha. Worth the views!

Interesting review. Things here are expensive compared to The US. The free healthcare and education of course come with a price. We have 25% VAT and high personal taxes. We do get a LOT for our money. I was married to a black american (often visited North Carolina) and lived in DC for some years. I am grateful to be back in Copenhagen 😉

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and the thoughtful review. I would gladly pay a little more in taxes to know where it's going and to receive the aid Danish do. Your country takes care of you well compared to other developed nations and I appreciate that about Denmark and other countries in the area. I'm happy you're back and grateful in Denmark my friend

@wolvesofblackwallstreet6780

Жыл бұрын

Not to get overly personal, but did your former spouse elect to remain in the U.S.? Or did they also settle in Copenhagen? I'm married to a French woman (who shares my love of Copenhagen), but I guess I'm interested in perspectives on the "pull" one feels from their country of origin. In my case, my mother is elderly and I need to visit with her often, but the trip from Copenhagen is just about 4 hours longer than from California. I think I can do it!

I love that t-shirt.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend

Everything in Denmark is unionized. So being a small county mean high prices but this is countered by us having higher wages. Tips is also a part of the salary so its not expected. So in most scandinavian countires a cashier at a supermarket is supposed to be fast & effective, sits in a office chair, dont have to speak with the customer & there is no one to help to with bagging items. God forbid you as a customer slows down the line :D

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds efficient and effective. Thanks for the facts and thoughts my friend

@broendbykim

2 жыл бұрын

" being a small county mean high prices" LOL - it has absolutely nothing to do with that. Every eastern European countries with similar or smaller population than Denmark are far cheaper. The price level in London and Paris are more or less the same as in Copenhagen.

@cholohd32

2 жыл бұрын

@@broendbykim Sorry you cant compare eastern europe prices with western europe without also taking into the account the difference in saleries as well. Also you reallt cant compare Denmark with a population of just 7 mill with giants like France & United Kingdom who are both 10x larger. I mean United Kindgom has one of the largest Ebays & Amazons in the world, where Denmark has none. Visitors always mention how small the variation is in danish supermarkets but we also has to import everything we cant make ourselves. We may have to compensate with a whole wall of potato chips, Lego & candy because we can make those ourselves :D

Did you consider visiting other places in Denmark. It only takes 4 hours to drive from one side to the other. Tourists miss a lot of beauty by visiting copenhagen

Glad you liked denmarkkk

@Naturalwanders

Жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly 🙏🏾

Next time go to guldkroen to try some Danish food ☺️

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Ohh nice! I'm always looking for good local food. Thank you my friend!

Yeah the parking tickets are a big theme in Denmark. The parking guards are payed by commission so they're incentivized to ticket as many people as possible. They crack down on the tiniest little infringements and it's expensive too.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Ugh I hate that they're incentived to do so. It's very expensive

a lot of the trail marks here are on the trees, in the form of coloured spots

@Naturalwanders

Жыл бұрын

Ahh thanks for the info my friend

In my understanding Danes tend to be fairly 'local minded' and self sufficient, better knowing. I, when first visiting the US, felt generous with tipping 10 percent at restaurants. Was I ashamed, when I learned that waiters more often live off tips alone! - and the average tend to be 20 percent, give or take. There is a clash of cultures! But thanks for the review! Btw I am a Dane! so I think I have a right to speak up, also in disapproval of postings of fellow Danes. Both you and we are proof that culture varies and you should keep an open mind.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the thoughtful review Peter. I agree though I was shocked when I got to the EU and realized that waiters tend to be "fairly" paid by the company as opposed to relying on tips. I appreciate you speaking and yes you're right about the fact that culture varies and our experiences in a country are largely shaped by our personal perspective. Thank you my friend!

@tobimobiv1

2 жыл бұрын

We definitely are better knowing, but every nationality is better knowing though. It's not just a Danish thing. Most people tend to think they do things better than other countries. Usually people tend to get that there's other ways of doing things, once they talk to people as to why things are the way they are.

My whole family from NC. I live in VA most of my life

I don't know if your still reading your comments (?) But I moved to Europe in 1980 from Good Old Oakland Calif and never returned. First Luxembourg for 3years then Denmark for the last 38years. I never wished to return to the USA. Glad you liked Copenhagen (not for me) I live in the countryside in Jylland . Nice presentation // we use goats to clear bush // Expenses...well McDonald's pays $20/hr to employees // and gas price ATM is not the Danes fault // and last Copenhagen is always overpriced compared to the rest of Denmark.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Hey my friend thanks for the thoughtful comment! I would love to see what things were like there 40 years ago. I actually don't wish to live in the states again either so I understand. Why do you find Europe so much more appealing to live in?

@icecave89

2 жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders Hey, Well what happened to me is I came to Europe on a job (PC store setup for a US Corp) in Luxembourg. Took me a while but soon I could not resist .....you know, ... I could not return to Fake Culture of California... I hooked up with a Danish Girl and returned to the US only twice for visits. Europe, wherever you live is just ADULT.....they know what they are and how they want to live. European Women are just straight forward and down to earth. I'm a 4th generation Californian and just had enough. Some personalities love the US and some just don't fit in 🙂 40 years has not changed Denmark much. They seem to try the latest trends from California, then drop them...... In today's world some have the luxury of choosing so I stayed in Europe .

You are doing yourself a disservice. When you are coming back explore Jutland, and try the local food. It will be worth it.

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

I'll make sure to do that on my next visit. Thanks for the recommendation 😀

@omega1231

2 жыл бұрын

No he's not doing himself a disservice, he saw Copenhagen and parts of Sjælland, he said in the start that that isn't all of Denmark, but Jutes really has to understand that some people like "big city vacation" just seeing Copenhagen is fine, besides and I know this might come as a shock to your system, but we also have countryside on Sjælland, amazing I know, it's not one big parking lot and it's not all Copenhagen, good lord.

@EmilFoghVids

2 жыл бұрын

@@omega1231 recommending Justland does not equal dissing Zealand... Both parts are worthwhile... Just avoid Funen... 😉

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

@Franco Sannéh thank you my friend! I'll be sure to explore much more on my next visit

@jimmywayne983

2 жыл бұрын

I can only agree, Denmark is soooo much more than Copenhagen. And honestly, you will get more for your money in jutland compared to Copenhagen.

Happy to hear, that You had a nice stay in Denmark. Our country is often accused of racism - due to our restrictive immigration policies. In general Danes value individual freedom and individuality - so these policies however, have nothing to do with a racist attitude. They are meerely a defensive response to a pressure on our wellfare state, which guarantees our liberties.

@lameduck3105

2 жыл бұрын

Banning burqa's had little to do with pressure on our welfare state or liberties. It was just an outright racist thing to do. Meanwhile the Danes would not illegalize circumcision, not out of respect for the nearly 2000 muslim boys that get that once a year but for the 10-15 jewish boys who get it done. Denmark would have banned circumcision long ago if it was only a muslim tradition.

@NichlasLarsen

2 жыл бұрын

@@lameduck3105 I actually agree, that circumcition of minors, should be illegal. This has however nothing to do with a religious stance - I simply don't think that you should cut needlessly in healthy children. ...They can make the choise themselves, when they are 18 if they really desire, that someone to cut into their genetalia. And it is not a "burqa ban" it is a general masking ban. I couldn't even use my balaclave in public or even if I wanted to 😉🤣 The world is not "out to get you", so take of your metaforical tinfoil hat and start looking at the glass as half full. Have a great day ♥️

@veronicajensen7690

2 жыл бұрын

@@lameduck3105 the real reason why Denmark won't ban circumsision is due to pressure from Israel and the US, some politicians even spoke about it openly -Burka ban is all about liberty (of women) but also security a man actually broke out of a danish prison dressed in his nieces burka -she visited him-he now kives as a free man in Lebanon, its also a terror treath, but most of all , people don't like speaking to a person where you can't see their face, its not racist, because burca isn't about color/race it's not even about religion, since very few muslims wear it, or even like it.

@wolvesofblackwallstreet6780

Жыл бұрын

@@lameduck3105 With respect, the great majority of Danes seem (haven't interviewed them all!) to believe in the sort of gender equality which is NOT a longstanding tradition within the Abrahamic religions. While a woman might very well choose this garment for herself, what it symbolizes to others - both inside and outside the Muslim cultures - is "women are less than". Fun fact: my wife (who is not Muslim, yet defends *every* tenet and practice of the faith) would agree with you, but still loves Denmark.

awsome video new subs

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend!

i ,african american. i been to denmark in 1982 and 1998 .the best country and people on earth, i retired to denmark in 4 years 2027. i love denmark

@Naturalwanders

Жыл бұрын

It's a lovely country really, I'm happy that you'll be settling in your favorite country soon

A tourist in Oktober is ground for staring in itself ;-p

@sofiemogensen6104

9 ай бұрын

😂

Did you have to have a hepatitis vaccine and a rabies before visiting Denmark? I saw you did have to online, so I was wondering if that is accurate information.

Okay I use KZread to watch the news, DIY/how-to videos and cars, tool and gun related videos. But now I know what it’s like to be black in Denmark…..for some reason…. Thanks for the recommendation KZread 👍

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Haha I'm honestly curious as to how this video even shows up in the recommendations of someone who's not looking for it. KZread algorithms are beyond me. Thanks for watching

Take a trip to Dyrehavsbakken'.

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Okay I'll try to check it out on the next one. Thanks!

Instead of calling it the most happy country, it should be called the least worried country. not hate BTW

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

Yea I agree absolutely! The least worried and least discontent countries maybe but how do you begin to measure happiness?

@emil4392

3 жыл бұрын

@@Naturalwanders excactly 😊👍 there is No way to measure happiness, it is not an absolute, it is different to different People. But really Nice video. I am happy you like Denmark. Comming from a dane from Falster one of the southern Islands. 😊🤙

@Naturalwanders

3 жыл бұрын

@@emil4392 I'm glad that you enjoyed it! It means a lot coming from a local. I def plan to return to your beautiful country as I know there's a lot more to see! Thanks my friend 😊

wydm bro the best place!??! It's colder then a mug here!

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Haha it depends on time of year. Summer is nice

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

But yea I wouldn't go in winter for the weather

It should be noted that outside the capital, you won't just be black in Denmark. You'll be *the* black, lol. The rest of the country is so white you need skiing goggles or you'll go snow blind. This isn't an exaggeration, I was in my early teens the first time I ever saw a person of colour.

Today I literally had a guy from Copenhagen tell that the way to a Danish woman's heart is biking. 😂

Living in Canada, where I can walk to a cannabis store in any neighbourhood and buy some recreational weed or nice gummies or candy, I'm saddened to think that there are still restrictions on it in otherwise advanced Denmark. On the other hand, if I really want a good pastry, I go to a Danish pastry shop. They definitely have us beat on that front.

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Yea it really is a shame anywhere that there are restrictions. Where I'm from people are still jailed for years for possession. But yea nothing beats a good cheese Danish 😋

@brianjakobsen2475

2 жыл бұрын

Actually, it has been legal for many years to carry weed, as long as the quantity can be considered for personal use only. It is only illegal to deal with weed, not to own or smoke. That being said, it is very illegal to be driving around with THC in your blood. @Afrowanders Thanks for a lightheart review of my country. I especially enjoyed your telling method, where everything is improvised. Like, no manuscript that you are reading from. It gets across as super genuine! :)

@Wings_of_foam

2 жыл бұрын

@@brianjakobsen2475 Wrong! You cant have weed on you. Pipes, paper, etc are legal to own.

@mortennox

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. Its so sad we havent moved a bit after 50 yrs of discusion on this topic.

@kristoffersparegodt420

Жыл бұрын

@@brianjakobsen2475 partly decriminalized is the term

You can take a train across the bridge, much cheaper than driving. 🙂

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

I'll be sure to do that next time!

Weed is not legal in Christiania, if its raided and you are caught with weed, you will get fined. Tivoli is the second oldest amusement park in the world, we do have the oldest which is Dyrehavsbakken (or the hill) Cost of living is high for Copenhagen it is one of the more expensive capitals to visit, but you can still eat fairly cheap out, you just need to know where to go :) (Central copenhagen is a turist trap :) just more expensive than if you get a little away from the downtown area). Gas prices are even higher now :P There is generally no border control when you have entered the EU, you can travel from Sweden to Italy without ever having to show your passport, if you drive, flying you will need to identify yourself. For the Nordics, you can even travel with planes within the Nordic countries and just bring you normal papers like a driver license, passport not required. If you are in Copenhagen and wants to visit Malmø, go take the train its around a 100 dkk, so 15€ (From Copenhagen central station to Malmø Central is a 45min trip)

@Naturalwanders

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for all the good info my friend