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The world's largest island, Greenland is about 81% ice-capped. Vikings reached the island in the 10th century from Iceland; Danish colonization began in the 18th century and Greenland was made an integral part of Denmark in 1953. It joined the European Community (now the European Union) with Denmark in 1973 but withdrew in 1985 over a dispute over stringent fishing quotas. Greenland was granted self-government in 1979 by the Danish parliament. The law went into effect the following year. Denmark continues to exercise control of Greenland's foreign affairs. To be updated

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By jcpeterson
November 7th 2009

Greenland North America » Greenland » West Greenland » Kangerlussuaq

Arriving in Kangerlussuaq

I just got back from GREENLAND! If i could describe Greenland in a few words, they would be: snowy, cold, and rather barren. The trip was really eventful, starting with day one. I woke up with a really sore throat. Our flight was supposed to depart from Copenhagen at 9:30am on Monday. When all 30 of us arrived at the airport at 7:30 to check in, they told us the flight was to be delayed until 2pm due to mechanical issues with the Air Greenland plane. We were all tired and upset with this information, but we made the best out [View Full Entry]

By Delaine
October 4th 2009

10/04/2009 - Qaqortoq, Greenland North America » Greenland » South Greenland » Qaqortoq

Entertainment Staff
Because we used tenders and limited docking space on the island, we had quite a wait to get off the ship. This guy was doing a good job at making everyone laugh.

Really enjoyed my day here. Qaqortoq’s population of 3500 is primarily Inuits with some Danes residing here. Judy, Diana and I walked around the small town. We spent quite a bit of time with an Inuit gentleman who makes jewelry from the rocks on the island. Saw lots of children out playing and went to a local grocery store. There were some unique items in the store, but much was the same that you see in the USA. Sat in front of a little café while some drank coffee. Started out to be a very cold day, but as the sun [View Full Entry]

By tidewater
July 19th 2009

Land of Ice and Fog: Ch 2 North America » Greenland

Iceland and Greenland 08 484

Friday 8-8-08 Today we are awakened at 6:30 with a humpback whale sighting. Amanda and I bundle up and trip out into the cold air (38°F, a mere 4°C). On the observation deck, a Scandinavian in shorts and tee-shirt (he does admit that it is cold) points out the sighting. I race down to the bow of the ship, joining Richard the bird-man and the voyage photographer Kevin. There I watched a humpback and a minkie surface, blow air through their blow holes a few times, float about, and then dive once more. According to Richard, this behavior is typical [View Full Entry]

By tidewater
July 19th 2009

Land of Ice and Fog: Ch 3 North America » Greenland

Iceland and Greenland 08 491

Farewell Old and new: we’ve seen both on this journey. Iceland: a new island of the old world. Greenland: a land of old traditions struggling to come to terms with new ideas. The Explorer: an old ship with a new face on her inaugural voyage. Tonight: the end of an expedition and the start of new school years for Amanda and I. Despite being “new” members of this old Lindblad family, we have been welcomed whole-heartedly. We’ve been shown such kindness, so to all of you: Quyanasuaq! We’re especially grateful to Karen Copeland, our “mentor” on [View Full Entry]

By Crannster
June 18th 2009

Greenland North America » Greenland

Nuuk, Greenland
The colour of the houses and buildings was so amazing against the back drop of mountains.

Hey everyone! Now, here is a bit about our trip to Greenland. We flew from Iceland's capital city, Reykjavik, to Greenland's capital city of Nuuk. The difference was striking. From Iceland's newly formed landscapes with young rock, to the Canadian shield, a mere 3.8 billion year old rock. There were no trees but mountainous fjords created a beautiful back drop. A mixture of Danish and Greenlandic people, most Greenlandic people (Inuit heritage) speak Greenlandic, Danish and English. Greenland had just received more autonomy from the Danish government and celebrations were being planne [View Full Entry]

By Bagelmonkeys
May 11th 2009

in-flight writing North America » Greenland

We are halfway though our flight. So far it’s not so bad. I watched Inkheart and then became restless and fidgety. I’ve been taking lots of photos out the window. Jer watched the Day the Earth Stood Still and Slumdog Millionaire. He really liked that one. He’s now playing the PSP. So far, we have utilized all of our electronic devices, so hauling them halfway around the world has already been justified! Not that we knock old technology; I have read a bit from my Steinbeck book. A good investment. We are seated near the kiddie section of the plane. Most [View Full Entry]

By shell25
September 2nd 2008

Amazing Icebergs North America » Greenland » West Greenland

Happy Birthday
Enjoying my Greenlandic coffee

The guide book said “this is why you have spent all that money to come to Greenland” and they were right. Ilulissat was magnificent. We arrived in Ilulissat (300 kms north of the Arctic Circle) on Monday 25th (Michelle's Birthday.) We celebrated with some Musk-ox for dinner followed by a “Greenlandic Coffee” - coffee with whiskey, Kahlua & Grand Marnier, topped with cream and set alight. Very Nice. Our first day we opted for the boat tour to the icefjord, the sky was grey , the wind was cold but the sights were amazing. Icebergs towering 50-100 metres out of [View Full Entry]

By heraclio
August 12th 2008

Jokes part three. North America » Greenland » West Greenland » Upernavik

Above Greenland. This plane is taking quite a detour going all the way over Iceland and Greenland and then following the american west coast down to Miami. Me and James we just continue knocking down the free beer courtesy of Martin Air and taking the piss out of each other. "Hey James look man, down there is Greenland". "I can actuaslly see a white polar bear down there running across the snow". Half the plane hurries to these stupid small plane windows pushing each other out of the way to see this non-existent polar bear while James stays in his [View Full Entry]

By shell25
July 26th 2008

Our First Two weeks North America » Greenland » West Greenland » Nuuk

Reeling in the Fish

We have survived our first 2 weeks in Greenland. The weather has been spectacular with blue skies and warm weather ( most days b/w 10-15 deg), we have had a couple of foggy mornings but these tend to clear by lunchtime leaving behind blue sky and sunshine. We have managed a fishing trip on the fjord where we caught Greenlandic Cod. Jake and Harrison both catching 14 fish each. Fishing here is much easier than at home, lower the line down, no bait required just a lure and multiple hooks and reel in 7 fish at a time. Brad and the [View Full Entry]

By shell25
July 15th 2008

We are in Greenland North America » Greenland » West Greenland » Nuuk

Icebergs

We have finally made it to Nuuk, Greenland. We just wanted to share some of the spectacular scenery we experienced on our flight from Iceland to Greenland. We only arrived 24 hrs ago and hence are just adjusting to our new surrounds. Jake & Harrison are happy as just outside the door are some rocks that they spent hours playing on yesterday. The weather is great today, blue sky, not too much wind ( more importantly no rain) and about 10 deg. I managed an early morning run this morning it was not as cold as I expected. We are getting [View Full Entry]

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