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2016 will see new Boston-to-Copenhagen service

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SAS has announced that it will begin a new daily flight between Boston and Copenhagen from the end of March 2016. This will further increase convenience for regular flyers and enhance the service that is provided between North America and Scandinavia.

This will make SAS the first airline to link Boston and Scandinavia by a direct flight. The new service will begin on March 29, 2016, and will operate throughout the year. The addition of this flight will take the number of services the airline provides between the US and Scandinavia next year to 6,600.

The service will be operated on a Boeing 737-700 BBJ, which provides 86 seats: 66 Go seats and 20 seats in business. It is mainly directed at business customers who are traveling between the two hubs. Businesses operating in both regions have been seeking such a service for a while to enable them to travel quickly and conveniently and arrive at their accommodation feeling refreshed and ready to work.

The flight is timed to offer good connections at both destinations, allowing passengers to travel to further points in the US and Northern Europe with a minimal amount of hassle. The Copenhagen-to-Boston service will depart at 12:50, with the return journey leaving Boston at 17:30.

Other direct services to the US that SAS will begin in 2016 include Oslo to Miami, Copenhagen to Miami, and Stockholm to Los Angeles. They already provide services from Scandinavia to Washington, D.C., New York, San Francisco, and Chicago.

Experience the local film industry of Copenhagen

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Whether you are a film buff or simply a connoisseur of Scandinavian culture, chances are you may be aware of Denmark’s flourishing presence on the world cinematic stage. In 2014 alone, 25 feature films were released nationally, which is rather significant for a nation with a population of approximately 5.6 million. Denmark is emerging as a premiere destination for high-quality films, so while enjoying some of the best food, music, art, and places to stay in Copenhagen, don’t forget to take in some of the local cinema as well.

While understanding film from a different culture can be daunting, consider that you may be more knowledgeable about Danish cinema than you realize. Many of today’s hottest screen and television actors hail from Denmark, such as Hannibal’s Mads Mikkelson and Game of Thrones’ Nikolaj Coster-Waldau.

Meanwhile, Lars von Trier (Antichrist), Susanne Bier (Things We Lost in the Fire), and Nicolas Winding Refn (Drive) are all internationally recognized Danish feature film directors. These talented directors have made their mark with audiences both in Denmark and abroad, racking up multiple film award nominations and wins over the past decade.

So, what is the best way to begin learning about Danish cinema? Fortunately, Copenhagen is home to several movie theaters and art houses, such as the Danish Film Institute Cinematheque, which screens up to 60 films a month, and many of its titles are offered in English or with English subtitles. The Cinematheque also has its own coffee shop, as well as an extensive library of Danish films called the Videotheque.

Film festivals are another way to become immersed in Denmark’s film industry. The Copenhagen International Feature Film Festival in April and the Copenhagen International Documentary Film Festival in November are both centered on recognizing the best in Danish cinema. Though not televised, you can try following the prestigious Bodil Awards or the Robert Awards, Denmark’s answer to the Academy Awards, to get an idea of the best films Denmark has to offer.

More options across Scandinavian routes this winter

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Two airlines have recently announced plans to boost their capacity and introduce new routes this winter, linking cities in Europe and North America with Scandinavian regions.

SAS announces extended winter service

SAS is meeting customer demands by increasing the number of flights on some of its most popular routes as well as adding in new destinations. The increase in seats covers business and pleasure services, with daily flights in operation from both Stockholm and Copenhagen to Manchester.

This winter, the carrier will continue with a number of its summer routes, including a daily flight from Copenhagen to San Francisco. Customers will also see larger aircraft used on routes between London Heathrow and Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen to help increase capacity.

The changes the airline is making to the winter schedule will result in more than 500,000 additional seats compared to last year. Flights into major hubs, such as London Heathrow, will provide ongoing connections for those travelling further afield.

More flights from Ryanair

In addition to the changes by SAS, Ryanair has confirmed that their service from London Luton to Copenhagen will be boosted to four services a day this winter. The airline currently operates three services daily, but an increase in demand has led to the inclusion of an additional flight.

These extra flights will enable more people to see the cultural and historical sights across the region. There are plenty of apartment rentals to be found in the key cities, including Copenhagen and Oslo, offering a great base for those who want to explore.

Take a trip to one of the happiest countries

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If you’re looking for the perfect spot to book your next break, you might want to take a look at the latest World Happiness Report. This report looks at 158 countries and places them according to how happy their residents are; this is something that can undoubtedly influence the experiences of tourists to an area.

Denmark

Third on the list of happy countries is the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen and home of the Kronborg Castle, which became famous in Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Basing yourself in one of the many holiday apartments in Copenhagen gives you plenty of opportunities to experience what the country has to offer. You can choose from a number of iconic sites and cultural destinations, such as the Tivoli Gardens, The Little Mermaid statue, or a boat trip down the canal.

Norway

Another Nordic country also made the top five. Norway has a vast and beautiful countryside for you to explore featuring mountains, fjords, and glaciers. The country also makes a great city break destination with a range of accommodation options available in the capital, Oslo. The main attractions include the Viking Ship Museum, Vigelandsparken Sculpture Park, and Akershus Fortress.

The Netherlands

This has always been a popular destination in Europe, and it features at number seven on the list. Amsterdam has plenty to keep even the most active of tourists busy. If you fancy some culture, there’s the Van Gogh Museum or the Rijksmuseum. You can learn something new at the Science Center NEMO, or you can choose to see some of the main city sites on a canal cruise.