Tourism
Copenhagen tourist's death still hard on family
A runaway rubbish lorry killed an American tourist on Strøget in August 2012 and the victim's nephew tells The Local that the latest court ruling in the case only adds to the family's frustration.
Russian tourist boom goes bust
A long-term steady increase in the number of Russian tourists to Denmark has flatlined in light of the strained relationship between Russia and the West.
Eurovision spending mess endangers tourism
The chairman of the board of tourist organisation Wonderful Copenhagen steps down while regional politicians debate a cut in funding that the tourism industry fears will negatively impact business.
A new Little Mermaid may be coming (to Seoul)
The mayor of the South Korean capital wants to have an even smaller version of Copenhagen's iconic sculpture for his city and he is offering to trade monuments.
Aarhus-based Brit sets off Canadian media storm
After a five-week trip to Canada, Holly Chabowski felt compelled to write a letter that harshly criticised the nation's car-centric infrastructure. The Canadian press quickly got wind of it, turning her into a reluctant spokeswoman for sustainable cities.
Police officers accused of pocketing fine money
Danish police are allowed by law to require a cash payment from foreigners who have violated traffic laws, but they certainly aren't allowed to keep the money for themselves as two officers are accused of doing.
Copenhagen battles growing theft problem
As tourists flock to Tivoli and the Little Mermaid, a band of organised criminals follows and attempts to either trick, or outright steal, money and valuables from Copenhagen's guests.
Danish travellers stick close to home
When Danes get away, they're most likely to hop in the car for a short trip and then head back just a few days later. Eurostat's newly-released tourism statistics show that Denmark is far and away the top destination for Danes, followed by neighbouring Germany and Sweden.