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Author: Frej Kristian Nissen
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A Trip to Northern Europe

First of all Denmark which is bordered next to Germany, is a small country in the north. Denmark is a country with a long and interesting history, it is a kingdom which has been involved in many historical movements through the years. Besides that, a lot of kingdoms near to Denmark has strategic tried to invade the country. The other neighbour is Sweden, which in ways reminds of Denmark, for example with things like the architecture and social behaviours. Both countries are very proud of its traditions and value highly to keep in touch with the old traditions. Family conjuncture is one of the valuable things that Danes and swedes appreciate. But they like to keep it for the special events that happens throughout the year. This could be family weekends or holidays where they have time to spend some time together. Because Danes works a lot, and actually, it is a big part of the daily life in Denmark, to keep a busy life going. Danish lifestyle and architecture When I visited Denmark, I saw many interesting things and many old cities around the country, with a touch of romance. A thing I noticed the most was the beautiful houses in the small towns around the islands. It's really easy to notice and everyone who has ever been to Denmark would know what I mean. I travelled from Germany, and drove on my motorbike to a small coastline town in the northeast of the small island called Fyn. When I came to Kerteminde I felt so uplifted, because I could really sense the feeling of being surrounded by the water. The beach went with a long coastline beach area from one site to another. It was a summer vacation or rather a holiday for me, so I went swimming in the beautiful ocean everyday. My first time in a bed and breakfast I slept over in Samlingsstuens bed and breakfast, which was located in the city centre of the small town. It had its housing inside a protected building, in a yard called "Andreasens k