5 Strange Facts About Denmark Part I

Hej guys!

Today I decided to write you about 5 things that still amaze me here in Denmark.. And trust me.. there is much more to it!

I hope I am not a weirdo, so please, let me know, these things surprise you as well! If you have any others, please add them in the comment section, I'll be sure to include them in a part II ;)

1. Danes and a red light. OMG!! How long can you stand and wait for this green light? I was in CPH last weekend, and you know.. Big city,more people, bigger mess. Well, I thought so. But NO ladies and gentlemen. Even though the road was close from one site, plenty of people stood there and waited for a green light to come across, even though there was no car or bicycle going..
I know it's a good and safe thing, but sometimes.. you need to break the rules, or.. ?

2. Put some clothes on! Remember the story about Denmark and the vikings? Well.. Here is one example of that.. Eventhough it may be so cold outside, that I am wearing winter jacket, some of the Danes put jeans and tshirt and are ready to go. Brrrr! Ahm, almost forgot - why some of them are going on the streets with a bare feets? Please tell me something about that...

3. Do you know "Please"? In a danish dictionary, there is no such a word as 'please'..

4. Babies in front of the houses. Imagine you have e.g. 2 months old baby. You are coming back from a long and a cold walk outside - the baby in a stroller. What do you do? Well I guess come home and warm yourself and your baby up. But NO! In Denmark, they leave their babies outside for a sleep. Remember I was telling you about the vikings? Well.. :)
Ps. I think its great, but looking at the fact that in Poland parents would not go out with their small babies for a long walk when its cold.. then it may be strange for me.

5. Are you this girl I met yesterday? Most of the Danes look alike..or are trying to do so.. E.g. Girls -
Blond, long hair
Black outfit - usually something baggy on top and skinny jeans
Sneakers - in most cases from New Balance
Really, really 'mini' make-up (foundation, pink cheeks, LOTS of mascara)

Disclaimer: I am not trying to offend the Danes : the facts may be strange - doesn't mean they're bad. This is how I see it, from immigrant eyes. ;)

Guys! That's it! I am very curious your opinion. What do you think of these? Did you also notice some of these facts?

Until wednsday then, cheers! Aleksandra

Summer holidays 2013

Dear UCN'ers 

It's july and we have holidays! Yaaay :) I am really happy about taking some time off to relax, doing nothing and simply enjoying the life, since in september I start a new chapter in my life. And let's be honest - we all need some excitment and journey in the summer break, don't we? :)

One of the aspects I love about studying in Denmark is the fact that you get to know people from all over the world and you make significant friendship that may last through whole your life. I may proudly say that because of UCN I bounded with two amazing girls that I can simply call my best friends. 

Unfortuanately as you all know, we all have different paths and goals in our lifes and we choose different destinations. Lady L. is  from 1 year living happily in Copenhagen, studying master's degree and working as a sales assistant, and Lady D. left Denmark nearly 2 years ago and is having a crazy life working as a restaurant manager in one of the best restaurants in London.  (Ps. the girls finished AP degree in Service, hospitality and tourism management in UCN)

However if something is strong, it never gets apart and that is why we were planning from over a year to finally meet as all 3 Charlie's Angels.

Surprisingly enough, the tickets are not that expensive at all to Copenhagen or London, but since it was hard for Lady D. to take vacation we took off to her. I managed to book the two-way tickets for 800 kr to Gatwick airport (from there you may take the bus that is taking you to the center of London for 220kr two ways and they are driving every 20min to the airport) I found this offer on norwegian, hunt and you'll find a good holidays! The planes are flying from Aalborg airport almost everywhere:) Since I've been already in London sightseeing, this time was spent just for relax with my girls and of course shopping, BUT you can only take 10kg handbag with you, but on the way back you can buy a suitcase (that is very cheap in e.g. primark) and buy a ticket for it in norwegian for 80kr. Of course if you have friends all over the world, that's even better - you dont need to pay for a hostel or a hotel. So once again guys - integrate and use your connections all over the world - you have the perfect opportunity for it here:) 

Lunch in the park

Like always- having fun

Having fun.. again!

We've done some damage to our wallets.. shopping!

Ladies <3

My holidays with the girls were amazing! I just wish to see them soon again, either in Aalborg, either in Copenhagen, either in New York one day!:) I am leaving you with some pictures and let me know where you are going for these holidays and what destinations can you recommend to fly out from Aalborg?:)

Aleks:)

UCN Graduate, what next?

Dear UCN'ers

"Long time no see", or so they say. From my graduation in january I did not mention much about that, but it is just because of lack of time. 
And.. it happened -  after 3,5 years in UCN I recieved my diploma. I graduated with bachelor degree in International Hospitality Managemnet. It's over! UCN experience has finished for me, at least in the point of education. BUT, no worries, you'll be seeing me around, reading propably more posts on this site.  If you ask me about the graduation ceremony, well, I must say I liked the AP one MUCH more. On the bachelor one, we only recieved diplomas, lunch, little chat with the teachers and good bye. Not too much effort in comparison to AP graduation. Hopefully yours will be better!:)

You must be propably wondering, what now? Well, from the graduation time until april I was very busy with my work. About one of my jobs you were able to read in my Previous Post and about the second one - I will let you know soon, but I felt really happy I could experience working for a danish  business. However now, I have a free time, at least until september, and yes, I am staying in Aalborg. I am gathering my powers, learning and developing  myself in case of danish, my skills, my character among many others. I also want to spare some time for travelling. Anyways, I have lots of time, and with sun coming out in Aalborg, there is plenty to show you on my blog! 

You may be sure - I will be reviewing as much as I can and I will try to fulfill any of your requests regarding life in Aalborg. Just leave me the comments down below, on my Facebook site or on my email with whatever you would like to read about or see in a form of video:) Soon, you will be able to see me in a new position, I tried something new and I hope you will like it! 

Since I have some free time, I am going out from time to  time, together with my friends, to celebrate our life and take a time off from the problems. Here, I managed to record a video for you guys, so you can see how we party and live Aalborg , UCN graduate life. :)

Enjoy,

Aleks