Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Senior travelers are discovering that Greenland is a popular destination. All eyes have been on Greenland recently after President Trump announced an interest in possibly purchasing the world’s largest island from Denmark. The picturesque country in the Arctic Ocean, northeast of Canada and northwest of Iceland with a population approaching 57,000, was already a popular destination for the cruise ship industry with many vessels choosing Greenlandic towns for their ports of call.
The number of active travelers over 60 is growing at a rapid pace as many seniors are shunning the perception of being couch potatoes. These travelers are still looking for adventure and new places to discover, but many well-known locations have become too crowded with tourists in recent years. Despite its often harsh and often mercurial weather, Greenland has become a popular tourist destination for adventurous senior travelers.
Greenland is one of the world's most picturesque countries. The best time to visit Greenland depends on what you wish to experience. Each season has its own characteristics.
For seniors, summer is often the most suitable time. Winter can be long, with heavy snow and often icy roads, which can make it difficult to get around and requires extra caution. Greenland is undergoing significant development.
With the opening of the international airport in Nuuk and new flight routes, traveling to Greenland has become easier than e.