The Greenland Backgrounder
March 18, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
OVERVIEW
Greenland, a part of the Danish realm, was discovered by Norways Erik the Red after he was exiled from Iceland. It was he who gave the land the name “Greenland” in hopes of enticing settlers to the wintery destination from the more temperate Iceland. However, the Inuit have been living in Greenland for more than 4,500 years. While it is true that more than 80% of Greenland’s surface... [Read more]
Memories of Delicious Greenland
July 6, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
They may do Starbucks in the mornings, I thought, but most of the time... [Read more]
Finally, an Easy Way to Greenland! (video podcast)
February 22, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
I catch up with Peter Litner of Air Greenland to discuss the upcoming launch of direct flights from Baltimore to Greenland, for the first time ever in May, at the Los Angeles Times Adventurers Expo. For more on Greenland... [Read more]
There is a Santa Claus!
December 25, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
The rain became ice that fell sideways against a furious wind. I also trudged at an angle toward... [Read more]
Greenlandic Coffee
November 10, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Okay, so this is bit of a marketing ploy by... [Read more]
Creating Greenland, On the First Day
November 10, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Once upon a time and very long ago, the people of Greenland would gather together in a great room to play the Games of... [Read more]
In the Beginning, Raven and Greenland
November 8, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Prior to Christianity, Greenland had its own nature-based religion where men and women had to accept their place among the... [Read more]
Greenland!
November 4, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Being on the maiden direct flight to Greenland from the States had its moments. Delays and anticipations... [Read more]
Going the Extra Mile, Spending the Extra Dollar
November 1, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
While planning for my upcoming Greenland trip, there were lots of little extras I would normally not have to... [Read more]
Camera Talk: More Packing for Greenland
October 30, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
As I discussed in my last story about lugging a tripod to Greenland, sometimes the extra work is worth the effort. Along a similar line there... [Read more]
Camera Talk: Packing for Greenland
October 27, 2006 | Written by Devin Galaudet
This coming Thursday I will be part of a group of travel writers heading to Greenland. Of course, the weather will fluctuate between cold and really. I will pack for the occasion. I expect a suitcase overflowing with long underwear, sweaters, gloves, warm socks, knit caps – all made from the latest fibers to keep me warm – and a tripod.
I know what you’re thinking, a tripod sounds like an extra headache, especially... [Read more]
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