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THE BEST PLACES TO SEE IN DENMARK:

1. Copenhagen
Obviously, on your list of places to see on a trip to Denmark you can never leave out its capital. Copenhagen is not only the coolest and most original city in the entire Nordic bloc, but also constantly appears as the city in the world where people are happiest. You can find the reason when you walk through its narrow cobbled streets. In the cultural aspect, you can enjoy plays, operas and concerts at the Royal Theater, visit museums such as the National Museum, the National Museum of Art.

2. Legoland, Bilund
If you are traveling as a family, you have to include Legoland on your list of places to see on a trip to Denmark. The theme park of the famous Danish toy company LEGO, opened its doors in Billund in 1968, being the first of the series that would spread around the world. The city of Billund lives by and for the park.

3. Aarhus
The best city with a student atmosphere to see in Denmark is Aarhus. The importance of the university scene has been reflected in the designation of Aarhus as the European Capital of Culture in 2017 and the proliferation of more than notable music festivals. The NorthSide Festival, the Aarhus International Jazz Festival and the Aarhus Festuge - the largest multicultural festival in Scandinavia - are proof of this.

4. Bornholm
If you want to enjoy the sunniest part of Denmark, travel 200 km east of Copenhagen - in the middle of the Baltic Sea - and enjoy the island of Bornholm. The first thing that strikes you about Bornholm is that it belongs to Denmark, since it is closer to the coasts of Poland and Sweden. Mother Nature woke up on the right foot the day she decided to create Bornholm. He took the blank painting and put the sea, then a piece of land that he filled with sharp cliffs, endless beaches, dense forests of different species of trees and shrubs, and light, a lot of light.

BEST CITIES IN NEW ZEALAND TO VISIT AND LIVE

Normally when we name New Zealand the first thing that comes to mind may be its famous Maori culture or its incredible nature. . On the other hand, its spectacular natural landscapes have been the scene of such well-known films as the "Lord of the Rings" and it is not for less! New Zealand's territory is full of natural parks that are considered a World Heritage Site.

Auckland
This city is one of the first in the list of the best cities in the world to live. Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand and is known as the "city of sails" due to being a port city surrounded by water. Thanks to this peculiarity, there is a great love for sailing among its population. Its friendly and sunny climate is another important aspect when choosing Auckland over other cities.

Wellington
Despite being surrounded by mountains, it is known by many as "the city of the wind." Connected by sea through a beautiful port, Wellington is a perfect city to discover while strolling through its streets. The capital of the country is small in size, nothing to do with its cultural and leisure offer, which is one of the most complete in the country. Cosmopolitan and artistic, it offers its visitors wonderful museums, galleries and theaters to visit. In addition, you can also enjoy spectacular views of the city from Mount Victoria, one of the city's must-sees.

Nelson
Located on the north coast of the South Island, Nelson is one of the best cities to live in New Zealand. Nestled between two mountain ranges and close to the Abel Tasman National Park, it is a city that offers cultural life and nature. Nelson is a meeting point for artisans and every year it hosts events such as the Festival of the Arts or the Wearable Art Awards for wearable art.

Before packing your suitcase you should bear in mind that being a city that is so far south, winters are harsh, so don't forget to bring gloves, hats and scarves, you will need them!

What to visit in Switzerland?
Switzerland is a small country, surrounded by the high mountains of the Alps and dotted with hundreds of lakes, forming beautiful landscapes worth visiting. Fountains, castles, monuments, bridges, viewpoints ... we will take a tour of the most beautiful places to visit in Switzerland.

1) Geneva and its jet d'eau
Geneva is one of the most important cities in Switzerland. Chosen as the headquarters of the most recognized international organizations worldwide, such as FIFA, the UN or the Red Cross, it has several very beautiful corners on the shores of Lake Geneva. Our chosen one is the “jet d’eau”, a fountain that shoots a stream of water 140 meters high into the lake. O

2) Chillon Castle on the shores of Lake Geneva
Also on the shores of Lake Geneva, but at the other end, is the Chillon Castle, whose construction dates back to the Middle Ages. This fortress has been the inspiration of many writers and poets, such as Rousseau, Victor Hugo, Alexander Dumas or Lord Byron.

3) Bern and its clock tower
Located in the heart of the historical center of Bern, the Zytglogge or clock tower was one of the entrance gates to the walled city, since it had an opening through which people could enter and exit. In addition to its clear function of telling the time, this watch played a passive role in the Theory of Relativity of Albert Einstein, who lived a few steps away.

EVERYTHING VIENNA HAS TO OFFER:

This city, strategically located between Western and Eastern Europe, stands out more than anything for its culture. In the past it was one of the capitals of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and stood out for being an intellectual and aristocratic center. The power of other centuries can be seen, even now, through important museums, palaces, operas and even riding schools.

MUSEUMS: One of the largest cultural complexes in the world is located in this city, next to the old quarter. We are talking about the Museumsquartier, a space that houses some of the venues that are most worth visiting in Vienna, such as the Leopold Museum, dedicated to Austrian modern art, or the Architekturzentrum, the only space dedicated to contemporary architecture in the entire country.

MUSIC: Vienna is a fundamental reference point for classical music, as iconic composers such as Mozart, Schubert or Strauss are Austrian. Therefore, it is no coincidence that the city has multiple concert halls and operas. Such is the case of Musikverein (where the Mozart Orchestra plays) or the State Opera. Both are constructions with more than one hundred years old, their interior design and neo-Renaissance facades are impressive.

HORSES: Equestrian culture still has an important place in Viennese identity. An example is the Spanische Hofreitschule, an institution in charge of preserving the Renaissance tradition of horse riding. Attending one of the demonstrations in this place is a must if you go to Vienna.

COFFEE TIME: Something that can never be missing in Austrian culture is coffee time after eating. Throughout the city you can find hundreds of pastry shops, confectioneries and cafes; some are located in the squares, which makes the experience even more enjoyable. The most renowned spaces are the Sacher, inside the majestic modernist hotel that bears the same name, or the Demel, on the Kohlmarkt pedestrian street.