Last June we packed up our house in North Vancouver, BC in anticipation for our move to Europe. We arrived in Hojbjerg, Aarhus, Denmark in July to begin Ian's 18month expat contract to an empty house and very welcoming neighbours!
The support of our family and friends and the graciousness of our new Danish friends has made the transition to life in Denmark easier for not only us but the kids as well.
Our first year has taken us to some wonderful places that we would never have been able to visit while still living in Canada. Our family holiday in Crete was amazing and the kids still say it was the best so far! We also had the chance to go to Edinburgh and Hamburg, Barcelona, Berlin and to the Cotes du Rhone in the South of France. We also spent two weeks in London for a family Christmas. It was wonderful for Ian to be able to share that time with his Aunts and Uncles and cousins and for the kids to meet them as well. I have also had the opportunity to travel as well, meeting up with a girlfriend from Canada in Amsterdam for a great week away. Ian has been travelling the world for his job as well. Visiting such places as St.Petersburg, Siberia, Canada and the US.
We are hoping to extend to our stay just a bit, but cannot wait to come home to Canada!

Thursday, July 7, 2011

UDSALG...my new favourite Danish word!


Despite the inflated Danish prices and tax, twice a year Danes celebrate "Udsalg" (pronounced ulsal) which translates to Sale!!! The Jan/Feb sale starts just after Christmas and it is incredible! The streets are busy with shoppers who are saving 50-70% on everything from clothes to jewelry to electronics.
I am guessing to welcome the holidays, the summer udslag begins in mid June and carries through July. One can easily find 30-50% off...but...if you are patient and don't mind taking a chance, you can get 70% off!!! We went downtown yesterday and went to the "byen storste" (biggest city) sales! It was fun! A bikini, a pair of Ecco sandals and some strappy high heels later and I am ready for our cruise!!!
Just another fun fact about Denmark!

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