Sweater Weather (Or Heavy Down Jacket) Getaways: Welcome To Iceland And Copenhagen
Forget the predictable tropical vacation this winter and journey into these chilly lands that are often less traveled, but have major COOL factor—quite literally. Trade your Sunscreen in for layers and snuggle up to a fire in one or both of these snowy destinations.
C O P E N H A G E N
Chill out in this frosty, bustling city.
Photo via Wonderlust Copenhagen
Visiting the Viking homeland in the winter exposes a magical element to the coastal landscape that has only been matched by fairytales. Take in the snow-capped castles, partake in Christmas market shopping, and marvel at the Danish architecture for a cozy vacation you won’t soon forget.
EAT || NOMA
Reshaping the culinary world year after year while being the best restaurant in the world consecutively can not be a missed opportunity. Elegant and eclectic plating, unexpected and flavorful surprises with Uber-fresh local ingredients will turn your 7pm reservation into a lifetime experience.
Images courtesy NOMA
SLEEP || HOTEL SANDERS
You don’t just stay at Hotel Sanders. You experience it through the eyes of history, architecture and art. During your winter stay, the hotel itself turns up the hygge into full swing. Enjoy delicious local meals surrounded by moody candlelight amongst friends and family for the coziest holiday affair.
PLAY || SMK Art Gallery
Let your inspiration run wild in Denmark’s largest art museum. Explore new exhibitions, participate in creative on-site workshops or get tickets to a concert. Or just spend the day visiting friends like Rembrandt, Matisse and Braque. They can’t wait to see you either.
I C E L A N D
Life’s better in the ice.
Enchanting in its own right due to its unusual geology due to it’s Martian-like orange soil and it’s quirky folklore that’s government approved - Iceland sets itself apart from its European roots with mysticism, beauty and awe. Home to endless waterfalls, black sand beaches and elf and troll villages, the country as a whole gives an unforgettable and intimate wintery respite. Make your trip extra unforgettable just by tilting your head up and marveling at the Northern Lights wash across the frosty sky.
EAT || DILL RESTAURANT
Founder chef Gunnar Karl Gislasson is internationally experienced and proves his culinary capability in infusing each plate with unpredictable and exciting flavors. A true Icelandic experience for mind and mouth.
SLEEP || ION ADVENTURE HOTEL
Escape from the city and go fully remote under the northern light sky. Built and thoughtfully designed against glacier and volcanic landscape - cozy up in your hygge inspired room or relax in the on-site geothermal pool for an idyllic fire and ice adventure.
PLAY || THE BLUE LAGOON
You can’t go to Iceland and not experience the famous geothermal seawater baths. You just can’t. Relax your body and rejuvenate your mind and spirit in volcanic earth composed of algae, minerals and silica (the Icelandic hat trick).
