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Entry & Visa<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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    Always bring a valid passport – also when traveling from Denmark.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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    Greenland is part of the Danish Realm, but outside of Schengen.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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    Citizens from countries requiring a visa must apply via Denmark and state Greenland specifically.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n
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    Transportation & Arrival <\/strong><\/h2>\n
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      No roads between cities – travel by plane, helicopter or boat.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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      Possibility to rent a car for use in the city you are staying in.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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      International flights to Kangerlussuaq and Nuuk.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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      Shuttle bus to and from the airport is available.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n
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      Packing list<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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        Take out travel insurance for canceled flights, unforeseen events, etc.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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        Pack medication in your hand luggage.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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        Layered clothing (wool on the inside, wind and waterproof on the outside).<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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        Sunglasses and sunscreen – the sun is strong due to reflection from ice and snow.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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        Insect repellent in summer.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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        Good hiking boots and possibly thermal clothing for winter.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n
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        Payment & Prices<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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          Currency<\/strong>: Danish krone (DKK).<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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          Card payment works in most places, but carry cash in small towns and settlements.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n
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          Health & Safety<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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            If you have Danish health insurance, you are covered. Otherwise, regular travel health insurance. <\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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            No special vaccinations required.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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            Greenland is generally a very safe place to be. But nature can be harsh – always follow local advice when hiking, sailing or traveling on ice. <\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n
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            Climate & Seasons<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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              Summer (June-August), midnight sun north of the Arctic Circle.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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              Winter (October-April), polar night in the north, northern lights in dark months.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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              The weather can change quickly – from calm to blizzard .<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n
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              Language & Culture<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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                Official language: Greenlandic. Many speak Danish and English is widely spoken. <\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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                Respect local culture and nature is important. Ask before photographing people. <\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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                Traditional dishes can include seal, whale and musk ox.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” text_direction=”default”]\n
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                  Tap water is safe to drink.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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                  Food can seem expensive due to imports.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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