What to pack for a vacation in Greenland
So there are only a few days to go, before your first trip to Greenland, but what do you pack and why? Well, it depends! Read more here.
Good Hiking Advice and the Hiker's 12 Commandments
Learn the essentials for planning a hike, beginner or expert some things are crucial for a successful trip through Greenland's stunning nature.
What to bring? A Checklist for Hiking in Greenland
Make sure to bring the right equipment for a hike, here is a hiking checklist as overview of the essentials and what's good to pack for your hike.
How to cope with the mosquitoes
We have to admit it. When the midnight sun is over Greenland, the mosquitoes can also be found in the sky. Here are five good tips on how to cope with them.
Northern Lights Hot Spots in Greenland
From late August to April watch the Greenland sky come alive with the Northern Lights. Find the good spots to enjoy the wonder
10 Great Tips on How to Shoot the Northern Lights in Greenland
Are you hoping to photograph the northern lights, and the night sky, but not quite sure how to go about it, here are some great tips on how to get started.
Top three things to do in Kangerlussuaq
Explore the top three must-do activities - flight seeing, musk oxen safari, and glacier walking - in Greenland's exhilarating gateway.
Hiking Equipment, for hiking in Greenland
Find guidelines for the right hiking equipment, so you are prepared to sleep, eat, cook and navigate on your hike in Greenland.
5 Ways to be Active in Greenland
For those who want to be or stay active on holiday, or even want to travel specifically to participate in events, don’t miss this article!
6 dos and don’ts of dog sledding
Here are some do's and dont's of dogsledding so, bask in the glorious nature. Your invitation to break away from regular life.
3 tips to catching northern lights!
Want to maximise your trip's chances of catching northern lights? Here’s 3 tips on how to do just that!
10 Facts about Greenland that You Might Not Know
Nellie Huang gives a crash course in Greenland culture and history
Q&A with a Greenlandic sea captain
Captain Erik Palo Jacobsen is a former Merchant Marine from Sisimiut, who has sailed around the world only to realize that his home in Nuuk is where the heart is.
Winter Sailing
In warmth and good company, cruise through mountainous landscapes covered with snow from peak to sea.
Tips to hang out with locals in Greenland
Tried-and-true ideas from travellers who've done it before
Make your Christmas merry with these DIY Inuit paper dolls
It is soon Christmas, and if your home is anything like Greenlandic homes, that means evenings full of decorating, baking cookies and just being cosy.
A Traveler’s Guide to Great Souvenir Shopping in Greenland
Make your shopping experience a breeze with this quick rundown of fabulous products from right here in Greenland
Editor’s pick: 12 real reasons to visit Greenland
So Greenland’s on your bucket list for the new year - but when is the best time to go? That’s one of the most common questions we get here at Visit Greenland. In order to help you make your decision, visitgreenland.com editor Tanny Por has hand-picked 12 reasons why she loves this polar wonderscape. Enjoy!
Our Watchlist: Top 5 Films About Greenland
Looking for some cultural inspiration for your trip to Greenland? Kick back and enjoy some of our top picks from the Greenlandic movie scene.
One night in Ilimanaq
A night or two at the Ilimanaq Lodge is the perfect jumping-off point for travelers who may find themselves in Ilulissat with only a few days to explore the surrounding fjord.
5 Reasons It's Worth It To Visit The Most Isolated Town In Greenland
I was fortunate enough to be the 13th person in 2017 to visit Ittoqqortoormiit in East Greenland. Known as the most remote inhabited community in the western hemisphere with only 373 inhabitants, Ittoqqortoormiit is located above the Arctic circle at the mouth of the largest fjord system in the world.
5 Top Tips for Photographing the Midnight Sun
Don’t miss out on this expert advice from local photographer Vagn Hansen. Here he shares his top tips for getting the best shot of the midnight sun.
7 things to do in bad weather in Greenland
It’s no secret that Greenland is not really a sun, sea and sand destination. Although we do have all three of those things (most of the time!), people don’t come to sunbathe.
Corona Virus
Information about Coronavirus (COVID-19) and travelling to Greenland. Check health authority recommendations and ensure you have travel insurance.
20 Quick Facts about Greenland
Do we actually have penguins in Greenland?Find out this along with loads more interesting facts!
Greenland in your kitchen: Lamb soup
These days we are spending more time at home than ever before. This has led to many people becoming Do-It-Yourself experts, gardening gurus and cooking extraordinaires!
Visa requirements for foreigners visiting Greenland
If you are a citizen of one of the countries below, you don't need to apply for a visa to enter Greenland.
Our gift to you: Free Greenland Zoom Backgrounds
Our gift to you: Free Greenland Zoom Backgrounds. Here are three Greenland background photos for your Zoom meetings or calls, that you can download for free.
Discovering Kangerlussuaq through food (Part 1)
The Danish food writer Sune Rasborg visited Greenland and discovered that Kangerlussuaq, with its unique nature, is much more than just a transit airport.
The 13 Best Viewpoints in Sisimiut
The fact that approximately 30% of snowmobiles in the whole Greenland are registered in Sisimiut shows just how active the people of Sisimiut are, especially in the winter time.
Chasing ancient char in wild Greenland
Located right on the Arctic Circle in West Greenland, Sassannguit river had the promise of char fishing in exactly the pristine unspoiled wilderness I was hoping for.
8 Things You Can Only Find in Greenland and Nowhere Else
Here is a list of things that you can find ONLY in Greenland and nowhere else in the world.
Greenland vs Iceland: The Arctic Travel Battle
10 basic differences between Greenland and Iceland you should know before booking your vacation.
Things to See & Do in Greenland by Month
Greenland’s on your bucket list for the new year - or perhaps even the year after - but when is the best time to visit Greenland and what are useful things to know before going? What are things to do in Greenland in winter as opposed to summer?
Ilulissat Icefjord Centre
On the border of the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord lies Kangiata Illorsua – Ilulissat Icefjord Centre. The Icefjord Centre is a visitor and dissemination centre which, through the exhibition "The Tale of Ice", informs visitors about the history of ice, the culture in and around the icefjord, and climate change.
Useful tips for flying with Air Greenland and Icelandair
Whether you are flying into Greenland for a holiday, to film or for business, it’s useful to know the following tips.
Have some Greenland in Copenhagen
If you fly to Copenhagen but wish to pre-taste of the Arctic, you don’t want to miss this! This guide will help you find Greenland’s strong presence in the city’s cultural and historical sights.
Camping and exploration logistics in Greenland
For packing a tent, booking a flight and heading into nature, the considerations for exploration logistics are where, when, how, and most importantly what are the risks and how to manage them?
Editor's guide: How to spend 4 days in East Greenland
An occupational hazard as an editor is that I read about and collect the most beautiful bucket list destinations, and East Greenland has long been one of mine.
Fulfil your winter wishes in April in Greenland
Come and visit Sisimiut in April and enjoy dogsledding, Arctic Sounds, and Arctic Spa that you have been longing for.
Top 5 Experiences in Ilulissat in 2024
Michelin food, beautiful hotel stays and award-winning architecture come to mind when you think of Greenland? Perhaps not, but it should!
Flying drones in Greenland
Greenland Drone Flying Rules: Know the regulations for private and commercial flights based on drone size. Fly responsibly.
9 tips for your East Greenlandic adventure
Unlock East Greenland's Travel Tips! Where time slows, nature whispers, and adventure awaits. Anna, a local resident, shares her 9 tips.