Copenhagen

Copenhagen, the enchanting capital of Denmark, offers visitors a blend of historic charm and modern sophistication. With its colourful waterfront, picturesque landmarks and thriving cultural scene, there is plenty to keep you entertained.

When your private charter jet lands at Copenhagen airport, it’s just a 15-minute drive to the city centre. If you want to stay near the famous Tivoli Gardens, there’s no better place than the Nimb Hotel which nestles up alongside the historic amusement park – with every room enjoying a bird’s eye view. The outside of the hotel mirrors the fairytale quality of the park, with minarets, domes and Moorish arches which glow by night.

Inside is all modern luxury with wooden floors, candles and lush floral arrangements – all designed with typical Nordic style. Guests can enjoy a rooftop terrace with a pool and cocktail bar, a small gym, personal shopper, a basement wine bar and, of course, free entry to the fun at the Tivoli.

For some classic five star luxury, with a Michelin-starred restaurant and luxurious spa, try the Hotel d’Angleterre. The hotel, the grande dame of the Copenhagen scene, was founded in 1755 but its elegance is contemporary with fabulous service and a spa with a sauna, hammam and pool. Fans of internationally renowned designer Arne Jacobson should stay at the Radisson Collection Royal Hotel.

The hotel, a Modernist landmark, is a draw for fans of Danish Modern design. Restaurants in Copenhagen are world class and have had a huge impact on dining trends across the globe, kick-starting a focus on exotic dishes made with locally-sourced, often foraged, ingredients.

Although the iconic Noma is closing this year (so charter a flight quickly if you want to experience it!), there are plenty of other cutting-edge restaurants jostling to take its crown, including Alchemist, currently number five on the World’s Best list and an outrageous multi-sense experience. Guests can tuck into snowballs which taste like tomatoes, and even enjoy a dish served on a silicone tongue.

For a more traditional Danish dining experience try Schønnemann’s, one of Copenhagen’s oldest eateries. Since 1877, this old-world establishment has invited patrons to feast on delicious smørrebrød, herring and potent shots of chilled schnapps.

The Goldfinch restaurant, tucked down an alley near the iconic Nyhavn, is part of a New Asian Wave in the city which has seen Korean, Chinese and Japanese restaurants popping up across Copenhagen.Try Chinese sharing plates including sweet and sour pork with strawberries or whole fjord shrimps fried in salt and pepper, washed down with a Red Smoke cocktail made of cherry, lapsang souchong, tequila and hibiscus.

To enjoy a drink in the sunshine, Rosforth & Rosforth bar boasts a menu of natural wines and sake to enjoy at a table by the canal. Copenhagen is a city made for walking – or cycling – with a flat historic centre and cobblestone streets leading down to Nyhavn, the waterfront district famous for its vibrant row of brightly coloured townhouses.

The nearby historic neighbourhood of Frederiksstaden is home to some of Copenhagen’s most iconic landmarks – the grand Amalienborg Palace, the official residence of the Danish royal family, and the tranquil gardens of the Rosenborg Castle.

For art enthusiasts, Copenhagen offers a wealth of cultural experiences to enjoy – including the National Gallery of Denmark, which is home to an extensive collection of Danish and international art, and the Design Museum of Denmark, which focuses on the country’s.

well-deserved reputation for design.

Copenhagen is an attractive city to visit throughout the year, but the best time to book a charter plane to sample the city’s outdoor spaces is from March to August, or visit in December to sample the city’s Christmas markets. Denmark might be celebrated for its style, but Copenhagen is a triumph of style and substance.