What to do in Greenland
Greenland is one of the most remote places on earth and also one of the most beautiful. It’s not a place many people travel to because it’s somewhat isolated, though you can take a day trip from Iceland and fly there in less than two hours.
Once you’ve arrived, there are things every traveler should do!
Visit the local people.
It’s pretty special to live in such a unique, unspoiled place. Smile and wave hello to the local people. Most are indigenous and their families have lived in Greenland for generations. Stop by the local gift shop and buy a handmade craft as a souvenir. Go to a restaurant and sample the food. They serve fresh fish, crabs, and if you’re adventurous, even seal and whale meat.
See the sledding dogs.
Dogsledding is an important part of Greenland’s traditions. Greenlandic sled dogs look like large huskies, can run really fast, and like to hang out together in packs. We even got to pet some that were puppies!
Look to the skies.
If you are traveling between September and April, you can see the Aurora Borealis, or the Northern Lights. It’s a spectacular colorful show in the sky. You wear lots of warm clothes and drink hot cocoa while you patiently wait for the lights to start. You’ll be glad you stayed awake because there’s nothing like it!
Experience the icebergs.
Greenland is the iceberg capital of the world and there are thousands of icebergs. You can see them from the airplane, from coastal towns, or up close from a boat. Each one is different and they make creaking noises as air escapes through their cracks.
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