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Autonomous country within the Kingdom of Denmark, located between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans.

Greenland.

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How to get from Iceland to Greenland?

I'm planning to go to Iceland this summer. Since I've never been so close to Greenland before (except on a plane), I'm thinking about going to Greenland too. Is there any ferry or plane that goes from Iceland to Greenland? If yes, how much time will…
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Is it possible to get from Canada to Greenland by road or ferry?

Are there any roads (or ferry service) that would allow a person to travel from Canada to Greenland without taking a plane?
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Can you actually do a road-trip in Greenland?

There is of course the epic Top Gear episode where they went for the North Pole. I came across this short youtube film on some driving the only "freeway" in Greenland. It seems you can drive on Greenland if you are not supported by a television…
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How busy are the Faroe Islands during summer compared to Iceland?

Having been to Iceland a few times, I know how extremely busy it can get in the summer, especially in the south. Last summer I was in Greenland and I really enjoyed the absence of mass tourism. How do the Faroe Islands compare to this for the months…
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Where could I find Greenland maps?

I'm trying to find Greenland road or main trail maps. Also, if there are ferry lines that join Greenland cities it will be very useful. Any link?
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Flights to Greenland - seasonal ex-North America?

I'm looking to go from Canada/US to visit Greenland & Iceland (very tentative plans), but am having trouble finding flights. It seems that there's generally flights from Copenhagen, but I'd rather not go all the way there to fly back to…
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Getting from Canada to Greenland without flying

Is there a way for me to get to Greenland from Canada without flying? Basically I'm looking for it to be as cheap as possible.
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Flights to and from continental Europe from Nuuk (Greenland) after Nov 28th, 2024

I am following the upgrade of the airport network in Greenland closely and I understand that finally on Nov 28th, 2024 the new upgraded airport in the capital city of Nuuk is going to be inaugurated. I also understand that the purpose of this…
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Canada to Greenland - what are the options?

Soon I will be in Montreal and I will need to return the UK but I am not in a hurry so I am looking for an interesting way home. Looking at a map, an obvious idea is via Greenland and Iceland. However, I am struggling to find how to get from…
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Can I take a gas canister on the MS Sarfaq Ittuk ferry?

I plan to travel on the MS Sarfaq Ittuk ferry operated by Arctic Umiaq Line. I intend to bring a 450g Primus gas canister, as my destination is quite small and might not sell any (they are for sale in Narsarsuaq). Are there any restrictions on…
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