Denmark

Today we did tourist stuff in Copenhagen. First, we went to Tivoli Gardens - which is actually more like a small amusement park. Weather was kinda cool with some light rain. Then, we went to Rosenburg Castle. This castle and grounds are actually pretty much in the middle of the city. We saw lots of "old" paintings, artwork, weapons, etc. This is also one location of many of the royal crown jewels - particularly items used by the Danish queen. Quite ornate stuff.

By the time we visited these two places, we were both getting tired - so we headed back to the hotel. For naps and relaxing.

Didn't feel like going out again so we decided to try the restaurant in the hotel. They are quite "proud" of their food - and the prices showed it. We thought London was expensive. But, much of the food here seems to be about 2X the prices in London.

Yesterday, we paid 149DK - about $27 - for one beef burger that we split and two soft drinks. Today, it was 385DK - about $72 - for a grilled chicken breast with rice for Jill and a simple salad bar for me with just water for both of us. Some things, like taxis, don't seem too high.

They also seem to be a little creative with some foods. Fried egg on club sandwiches and curry sauce on club sandwishes. (Connie - no cheese on the club sandwiches.) Cucumbers and tomatoes with everything. Some very heavy breads filled with bits and other seeds.

We plan to try to find some kind of local restaurant for lunch and dinner tomorrow. Don't know yet what we will do - but there seem to be several options.