Dining Out: Speaking Danish

Dining out in Denmark can be even more fun when you use the language. Most Danes speak English and you'll have no difficulty speaking English in a Danish restaurant, but making the effort to use a few native words will definitely make you stand out and have a more interesting experience. Learn key Danish phrases for dining out.

Ragnar Lothbrock

As featured on the History Channel Series "Vikings", Ragnar Lothbrock or sometimes (Ragnar Lodbrok) is portrayed as a powerful and violent Viking leader. Although the story may actually involve the exploits of more than one person, the broad outline the story is accurate. Learn more here about the Viking invasion of England and this real life "scourge of England and Normandy".

You may also be interested in the story of Ragnar's reputed wife... Lagertha, , Bjorn Ironside: Son of Ragnar, or Rollo : 1st Duke of Normandy

Ivar the Boneless

As featured on the History Channel Series "Vikings", Ivar the Boneless" is portrayed as a violent and possibly psychopathic Viking leader. The truth is that he was without question a skilled military leader. Although there is no indication in the annals that Ivar was a psychopath, he was without doubt, cruel and willing to do whatever was needed to accomplish his goals. Learn more about the real Ivar the Boneless.

COVID-19: Coronavirus in Denmark

The Danish Government has taken stringent measures to deal with COVID-19 in the country. To learn more visit our COVID-19 information section. Also, check out Danish travel restrictions.

Viking Names

Names were important to Vikings. They were magical incantations. The right name insured power, luck, and good fortune. We have records of many Viking Names as they appeared on Rune Stones in Viking Runic Script. Learn more about Viking Names.