Flip Flop Caravan

Although the rides at LEGOLAND were great, the best part of the park was (ironically) the LEGOS!!  The things that can be created out of those little blocks is astounding. Growing up, LEGOS were a staple toy in my house and I used to think that I was pretty clever and creative when it came [...]

One of Denmark’s biggest claims to fame is the invention of the LEGO.   LEGOS are a huge point of national pride so its not surprising that DK has created a global chain of amusement parks surrounding the little bricks – LEGOLAND!   LEGOLAND in Billund is the flagship park and while its not the largest [...]

This weekend I wish that I could be back in Aalborg, Denmark because its Carnival weekend! Actually, the festivities have already begun; its five days of celebration that culminates in the Grand Parade and Park Party on Saturday. While most people are familiar with Brazilian Carnival, few are aware that Aalborg’s Carnival is the largest [...]

After finding my way north to Aalborg and checking in with the International Student Coordinator from Aalborg Universitet, I was given the address to my new flat in the city. Which turned out not to really be in the city at all, but north of it, across the Limfjord in the town of Nørresundby. Finding [...]

Aalborg is the fourth largest city in Denmark with a population of just over 120,000 (when I was there, it was third largest – Odense grew). One of the best aspects of the city is the ability to walk everywhere. There’s also a fabulous bus system that rarely gets off schedule. Other great things about [...]