Copenhagen, DENMARK
Airing Date: Jan 12th, 2002
Despite its size, it is surprisingly easy to get around as Copenhagen is one of the world's most bike-friendly cities, and it's definitely the best way to see the sights.It's no problem if you don't travel with a bike (and who does?) because you can take a 'city bike'. You basically take a loan of a bike from any one of the many racks around the city for around $5, and when you return it to any rack you get your money back.
Since the landscape's so flat, riding around is a breeze.You can visit the Little Mermaid - the famous bronze statue inspired by Hans Christen Andersen. Another highlight is Amalienborg, home to the Royal Family where you can check out the changing of the guards.After that you can't miss Stroget - the world's oldest and longest walkway. Along here you can check out famous Danish designers such as Georg Jensen and Illums Bolighus, and, of course, the famous Royal Copenhagen fine china, made by order for Queen Margaret herself.Tivoli would be your next stop, located in the heart of Copenhagen. It is a magical combination of gardens, pavilions, entertainment and amusement rides, and if you're looking for a place to eat there are about 30 restaurants on site.After you've shopped and cycled your way around you can take a relaxing boat ride through the historic canals of Copenhagen. The facts
Thai Airways International has 23 flights a week from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth to Bangkok with connections to Scandinavian Airlines' daily service to Copenhagen. Prices start from $2035 per person from the East Coast and $1925 from Perth. Scandinavian AirlinesTel: 9299 9822The Imperial Hotel costs from $131 per person twin share in low season and $188 per person twin share in high season. BentoursTel: 1800 221 712 Website: www.imperialhotel.dkOrwww.bentours.com.auDanish Tourist Board Tel: 02- 92625832 Website: www.scandinavia.com.auFinnesse Communications Marketing & PR Pty Ltd Tel: 02 92901950First Hotel Vesterbro AUD $155 per person in twin low season and AUD $174 per person in twin high season 1 May-30 September. Rates are for 2002. Tel. +45 33 78 80 00 Website: www.firsthotel.comSuggested Reading MaterialLonely PlanetWebsite:www.lonelyplanet.comRough Guide: Website:www.roughguides.com
