Nothing prepares you for the feel-good sensation of being in Copenhagen, Denmark – the place oozes well-being, whether it be the happy people snacking in the cafes or the conversing cyclists on the harbour-side routes, peddling past the traffic.
It is hard to imagine a more perfect European city, with its stunning architecture, open spaces and unmatched quality of life. Having conquered the world, Carlsberg beer is something of a cash-cow for Copenhagen, funding many impressive cultural sites.
The country that gave the world Bang & Olufsen offers incredible design in every facet of the city – its latest car park is underwater, beneath the harbour. The measure of the city is well illustrated in the public vote to create an artificial ski slope on the exterior of the towering city incinerator.
On many levels, Copenhagen is truly remarkable and near impossible not to fall in love with. Anyone on an incentive event to Copenhagen will do just that.
Copenhagen is the harbourside capital of Denmark, boasting superb transport connections and services, a wealth of cultural and entertainment options and a spectacular setting where the city meets beaches, the harbour and parks. Indices regularly put the Danish amongst the most content people in the world, and a spell in Copenhagen will readily explain this.
There can be few better capitals in Europe to reward staff and clients on a summer incentive event – the place really has it all. The city is a masterclass in design, with stunning architecture and interior design. Its urban transport system is a joy to use, and the city is alive with Copenhageners lunching in stylish cafes, shopping or taking a plunge in one of the harbour swimming pools.
The setting of the city is truly special, with the urban sectors spreading across the Copenhagen harbour and occupying islands, interspersed with canals and waterways. The natural location, with a harbour, seaboard and inland lakes & parks make it a wonderfully natural city. The harbour area is alive with people, leisure facilities and entertainment
There are very distinct sectors throughout Copenhagen, with business and shopping areas bordering newly gentrified areas of an industrial past, as well as a hippy commune in Freetown Christiania where alternative lifestyles and industries flourish within the city.
Copenhagen is a city on the water, with many water-based activities for corporate incentive events. In the summer, there are swimming pens in the harbour where locals cool off. Stand-up paddling, kayaking, and picnic boats are great ways to explore the harbour.
Sailing is popular in Copenhagen, and boat tours or sailing days can be arranged for corporate incentive events.
Old meets new in Copenhagen, with stunning modern architecture contrasting with the Royal Palaces. Copenhagen is a great city to experience culture, with museums and art galleries throughout the city. Walking and bike tours are popular, while a food tour can offer both exploration and nourishment.
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Dining is an integral part of any incentive travel event, and Copenhagen is a gourmand’s paradise, with Scandinavian dishes complemented by international influences - producing a fusion Nordic cuisine.
There is a real pride in Danish cuisine, and authentic smørrebrød (rye bread) lunches are available throughout the city, whilst fish is a staple of Copenhagen restaurants. Being Copenhagen, many restaurants offer superb interior design to complement the dining experience.
The 2-star Michelin ‘Noma’ is renowned globally for its experimental cuisine, with the lucky few (spaces are limited) discovering incredible tastes from tables overlooking the Copenhagen harbour.
The ‘Standard’ is a waterfront restaurant offering Nordic and Indian cuisine on the harbour's waterfront. The Vesterbro is an industrial area that has been transformed into a dining hotspot, with ubercool settings in meat processing plants and butchers, serving an eclectic gastronomic mix.
Offering possibly the best range of nightlife in Scandinavia, the centre of Copenhagen is thronged in the evenings, with bars and restaurants lining the waterfront walkways. Copenhagen is no exception when it comes to freedom of movement, but it is so common to mix with and meet Danish people on a night out.
There are sectors of Copenhagen that are recognised for their range of nightlife, but most neighbourhoods offer authentic Danish bars.
The capital of Denmark is alive in the summer months with outdoor terraces across the city. Copenhagen harbour has small, self-driven boats, complete with tables, for enjoying a drink at sunset from the water. Live music bars are numerous, as are specialist gin and cocktail bars.
