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Air Zafari offers sightseeing from the air. All aircraft have large windows next to each seat – which makes it perfect for photography.

Uummannaq Seasafaris offers a number of tours in around of the beautiful town of hearts.

Blue Ice Explorer specialises in package tours and also organises other travel arrangements for individuals and groups in southern Greenland.

Greenland Cruises offers shore excursions and other services to cruise ships visiting Greenland during the summer and fall.

Hotel Kangerlussuaq, which is based at Greenland's largest international airport, has 70 rooms and conference facilities for up to 60 guests.

Hotel Nordbo offers you 25 well equipped apartments varying in size at reasonable costs very close to downtown Nuuk.

Ilulissat Tourist Nature is an adventure tour and accommodation provider in Ilulissat with a wide range of experiences year round.

The museum also has historic photographs, paintings and costumes.

Kittat Economusée is a Greenland Traditional Costume Maker located in the old colonial harbour area in Nuuk.

Narsaq Museum is situated at the old harbour. Collections and exhibitions are fitted out in some of the town's oldest houses that date back to 1830.

From our base & home in Kulusuk, East Greenland, surrounded by one of the greatest wilderness areas on earth, we specialize in.

Tupilak Travel offers cheap travel to Greenland, in particular to the country's capital, Nuuk.

Sulisartut Højskoliat is an educational institution, but it also offers overnight accommodation.

At the Restaurant Nanoq you can enjoy a delicious meal in relaxing surroundings with a delightful fireplace and spectacular views over the town and archipelago.

Polar Lodge, which is owned by Albatros Arctic Circle, is one of Kangerlussuaq’s newest overnight accommodation centers and was built in 2006.

Nunataq Atsuk Travel offers dog sledding and boat trips all year-round.

Do you dream of a Greenlandic culinary experience with a personal twist?

Magical dogsledding tours and boat tours in the area around Qasigiannguit

Crafts are an essential part of the Greenlandic-Inuit culture, and today you can find local handicraft in art shops and museums in many of Grenland's towns

Festivals in Greenland is a big deal for greenlanders. Especially Christmas, New Years Eve and the National Day of Greenland.

Inuit hunting culture. Hunting and fishing are essential in a country like Greenland that has no agriculture in most parts of the country

The greenlandic language is an Eskimo-Aleut language, which is polysynthetic type, where one word can contain the meaning of a whole sentence

Sea eagles, seals, whales, musk oxen and polar bears. Greenland's wildlife is rich and extremely diverse.

Fashion in a Greenlandic context is both use of traditional natural materials like skins and furs, new urban style design, and even handcrafted couture

The kayak was a necessity of the Inuits who from an early age trained this craft. It is still used for fishing but also used for recreation and for races.

Leif Eriksson made ​​amazing discoveries and was the first European to reach North America. Nearly 500 years before Columbus.

Greenland got its first bishop in 1124. The ruins of the impressive Gardar bishopric and the cathedral can be seen at Igaliku.

The Vikings settled in southern and western Greenland about 1,000 years ago. Brattahlid is the best preserved of Old Norse settlements.

Culture house Katuaq in Nuuk is a building with a fascinating northern lights theme design. Experience art exhibitions, concerts, movies or visit the cafe

Nuuk Art Museum was created by Svend Junge and his wife, and was given to the town of Nuuk. It consists of ca. 300 paintings in homely surroundings.

Before europeans came to Greenland, visual art was made by means of natural materials like bone, tooth, antlers, skin, soapstone etc.

Learn more about the glaciers in Greenland, how they surround most towns and settlements and see how the glaciers move and release ice continuously.

Learn more about Icebergs, majestic natural works of art heading out to sea which are up to 100 metres high. These sculptures are a formidable sight especially in the summer!

Let the Northern Lights remind you of the seemingly infinite beauty in Greenland. The best time to see these is on a dark, clear autumn or winter night.

Greenland’s National Park is the largest in the world, a vast Arctic paradise. It is home to an incredible range of wildlife and most spectacular scenery.

Among many legends, all the children in Greenland know the myth about the orphan Kaassassuk, who has to endure great suffering.

See how Greenland still appears to have preserved its sense of identity as an indigenous nation with an indigenous people in a modern age.

Tupilak means 'soul of the ancestor’ and is a carved figure that protects its owner against enemy attack, but is now a popular souvenir.

Join the The National Day festival on 21st June, it is the most celebrated summer festival and the country celebrates and entertains.

Soapstone is a beautiful and malleable material which can be formed into unique pieces of art and it has been used for centuries for utilities such as tools

Narsarsuaq is the gateway to hiking trails through lush valleys and Norse ruins spotted along a deep fjord.

Narsaq is the most striking agricultural town in Greenland situated in a fjord system known for hiking, mineral deposits and cowboy history.

Vertical walls and pristine waters in Tasermiut Fjord make an adventurer’s imagination run wild while city sightseeing bring you down to earth.

Kulusuk is the gateway to many different types of adventure-based activities for both summer and winter in East Greenland.

The heart of a nation. Greenland’s largest city and capital is fueled on fresh air, strong coffee and diverse personalities.

Experience both adventurous and relaxing activities such as angling, whale watching and heliskiing, the trademarks of Maniitsoq.

With the mouth of the fjord sitting on the far western horizon and the ice cap knocking at the door, all roads lead to the backcountry.

Hiking trails lead you into the island’s lush hills to experience volcanic rock formations and dog sledding all year long.

Nature, dog sledding, and cultural exploration await you in this iceberg paradise.

The wide sky overhead is the only timetable you need for discovering this haven for Inuit culture, bespoke fjord adventures and proud locals.

Come to Qaanaaq and leave with memories of majestic nature and incredible hospitality from the northernmost town.

Did you know that Greenland is the home of the original hoodie? Anorak has been a stable in Inuits clothing for centuries.

As is also the case in many other parts of the world, Greenland is currently experiencing a demographic urbanisation. Read what to do in urban Greenland

Boring Greenland: The magic of ‘one-option-only’, plus how to find alternatives after all: UNPLUGGING IN GREENLAND – part I

Start your East Greenland adventure at Kulusuk airport, one of the world’s smallest international hubs.

Waking up in a small tent and looking out over the seemingly endless white ice cap near Kangerlussuaq makes you feel small and invincible at the same time.

We know you do not really like being called a tourist, let alone looking like one. While you surely know how to conduct yourself as a respectful traveler and adventurer, there are also a few tricks to ‘flying under the radar’ in Greenland.

Nuuk is this tiny Arctic capital where you’ll find age old tradition living amongst World-class modernity. Visit Nuuk and see for yourself.

Early in the history of film media, Greenlanders were eager to watch films. Read a short excerpt on film history here.

Check out the everyday essentials of the hip, powerful and avant-garde in Greenland. This #whatsinmybag - Greenland edition!

I get a traveling-to-the-end-of-the-world feeling when staring through the window of the Air Greenland aircraft flying from Upernavik to Qaanaaq. It is one and a half hour of pure aerial poetry.

Read about one of Greenland's most exciting historical locations taking one back to when the vikings first came ashore more than 1000 years ago.

Learn the essentials for planning a hike, beginner or expert some things are crucial for a successful trip through Greenland's stunning nature.

Learn more about Greenland's music scene and it's historical roots and influence, from traditional beats to an international setting.

And how humans have survived in it for so long

Read about the vital role that helicopters play in the transportation around Greenland, wether that being for pleasure or business purposes.

Greenland is one of the world’s great adventure destinations, and the Big Arctic Five highlights five core attractions with a unique Greenlandic touch.

Accommodation in adventurous Greenland include everything from tenting in the Arctic tundra to huts overlooking calving glaciers!

How many people? How is the everyday life there? We’re looking into five things you might not know about living in a small isolated place in Greenland!

At three times the size of the second largest town Sisimiut, Nuuk is an important cultural and financial driver for the development of Greenland.

See Greenland almost as if you were there yourself! Google Street View is a real experience to get a preview of places you haven't been

See the best things that Kangerlussuaq has to offer, choose amongst activities like musk oxen safari, flight seeing, and glacier walking on the Ice Sheet.

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!

Kaffemik is the culmination of good company, coffee, and sweets which is also the recipe for a cozy time in Greenland.

Two new large-scale street art paintings have made Nuuk even more colourful, displaying the capital's vibrant and modern culture.

Nuuk and Reykjavík sit at the top of the world in the north like two kings on mighty thrones. Enjoy city life among amazing nature environments.

From rugged coastlines, to icebergs for days, cute sled dog pups, and friendly locals – look no further than Oqaatsut and enjoy true relaxation.

Spanning three different trips, this couple kayaked along the entire west coast of Greenland. Get inspired for your own kayaking expedition.

An interview with professional photographer, Paul Zizka, about his photography workshops in Greenland.

A photo collection to show all the wonderful types of weather in Greenland, plus tips on how to thrive in them

5 local suggestions for what to do when you get a free minute in the Arctic metropolis

Nellie Huang gives a crash course in Greenland culture and history

How to ‘go native’ without eating the really exotic stuff (unless that’s your thing)

It’s not hard to understand why Ilulissat is the most popular travelers’ destination in Greenland. The name of the town literally translates to ‘Icebergs’, but adventurers at heart long time ago have nicknamed it Iluvlissat!

There is no denying that Greenland’s landscapes and light are a photographer’s dream.

Pitch a tent in the Arctic tundra or hide away in huts overlooking calving glaciers - the choice is yours!

Cross the Greenland Ice Sheet, kayak in the wilderness for a week, or climb the highest mountain in Greenland. How will you test your limits?

Greenlandic women have always played a strong role in society and we highlight them a little extra in celebration of International Women’s Day, 8 March 2018

Stefan Andrews retells how freediver Kiki Bosch defies the ice in her swimsuit.

Air Greenland's shiny new In-Flight Entertainment system was launched earlier this year to Business class passengers. Guests flying Economy class can look forward to using it by the end of 2018.

Nuuk is one of the smallest capitals in the world, but it’s filled with unique experiences for families. Within the city itself there are vibrant colours, history and local foods to discover, while the surrounding immense nature offers limitless opportunities for little ones. Check out these five family-friendly activities to add to your Nuuk Bucket List.

If you’re online, to some extent you’re not present.

To me, Greenland is an inexhaustible source, and I am going to write many books that take place in Greenland. My author heart loves this beautiful and remote place on earth.

New, local geotourism experiences allow you to experience Greenland’s geology for yourself.

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.

Greenland’s winter may seem a little daunting according to our 8-month timespan of October to May. But do not fear - this doesn’t mean that we are freezing cold and off-limits for most of the year. On the contrary, every region of Greenland is easily accessible all year round.