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Gemma Karlsen – Actress, Model, Traveller, Blogger, Spirituality Freak and World Explorer

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We love introducing fearless Europeans no matter what they do and where they are. This time we are featuring an interesting Danish young lady who loves to explore the world.

Please introduce yourself.

My name is Gemma Karlsen, I am an actress and I do modelling. I am from Denmark (a small town called Espergaerde 20 min from Copenhagen).
I am in Sydney Australia right now just to see Sydney.
I always wanted to come here.  I have some close friends that I stay with in a very nice area of Sydney called Double Bay.

I am a world traveler at heart.  I always wanted to live in Los Angeles.  I am working on my 01 artist visa so I can work in the US. I have travelled a lot and in Los Angeles I have a lot of friends, I love to network when I am in L.A.

I grew up in Denmark, but when I was 17 I went to London to study acting. I have done many commercials and short films in Denmark and London.

How did you end up in Sydney of all places?

Sydney is amazing! But I miss Los Angeles and Denmark. I was just in Los Angeles and in Vancouver Canada, I had part in a feature in film in Canada.

What is the best and worst about your current city for you…what is a typical day and weekend??

I am going talk about Los Angeles since that’s where I compare every country to haha… I love Los Angeles so much so I would say the traffic is the worst part of the city and the best is the people, the opportunities and the nature/the beach.

How do you find the lifestyle in LA  compared to your hometown in Denmark?

Los Angeles is so dynamic, vibrant and has the most amazing cafes and restaurants that are very healthy. Denmark is soo cold but when there is the least bit of sunshine everyone sits outside at cafes and sip their coffee, Denmark also have the best sushi place called sticks and sushi.

How do you make your living now – and how would you like to develop that career?

I do commercials and print work and I would like to continue to doing that along with movies and Tv.

Do you see the differences between nationalities easily – yours vs. Americans vs. other Europeans?

There is a difference in the way that people interact with each other, in Los Angeles they chat to each other at the grocery shop, cafes and are just in general more open and into chatting with new people.
But the Danes are good at keeping a commitment and sticking to their word.

What is the essence of LA to you?

The nature and the social life.

What do you  miss from your country?

I miss my family, friends and just a casual stroll in Hellerup and Copenhagen.

What do you miss the most – and the least from your own country?

The weather and something called janteloven, it’s a mentality that people should not think they are too good at something or have too much confidence.

I think that being able to love and like yourself is the most important thing because when we love ourselves we are able to really set an example to our kids. They should approve and love themselves. When you love yourself you are more capable of loving and supporting others.

Workwise – how do you see Los Angeles being different from Denmark . What stands out in your chosen profession?

Denmark is not as good for acting and modelling as Los Angeles is. The entertainment industry is not that big in Denmark. Danish films tend to be a bit more dark and depressing. Where American movie are more glamorous.

When you think about your expectations about life in LA before you moved there – was it correct?

I actually always thought that Los Angeles would be amazing and it is.

What should everyone know and understand about your country and its culture – or USA?

Denmark is a lovely country – I love coming back.  It’s a great and safe country.

What cafes or restaurants do you recommend to tourists to go to in Copenhagen?

Sticks and sushi in Copenhagen.

What would be your ideal life – with no monetary issues to make it happen!

Me living in Malibu and have a house in Hollywood hills. Acting in movies and TV. I want to work with Steven Spielberg, Peter Jackson, Christopher Nolan, James Cameron and Nancy Mayers, Just to name a few. Yes I know I have big dreams …

Would you move back to Denmark fulltime – yes or no (why and why not)?

No I would not move to Denmark for good. I have a traveler’s mentality, I love being on the road and in America.

How to connect with you:
Facebook: Gemma Karlsen
www.instagram.com/gemmakarlsens/

Los Angeles – May 31 2012

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Join us for an intimate evening of cocktails, conversation and laughter at this sexy new lounge in Beverly Hills.
Let’s check out how the million dollar renovation has changed the former Aqua to Confidential Beverly Hills.
Once arrive, please ask for me (DINA), I will give out EuroCircle wristbands, this way it will be easier to converse

7-8 pm complimentary appetizers

By the way, if anyone would like to take some photos from the event that would be greatly appreciated! No professional needed, many people can take pretty good photos with the current digital cameras!

See you there!

Dina

PS. Kaisa would like to find more team members for LA – anyone interested please email her at kaisa(at)eurocircle.con

CONFIDENTIAL Beverly Hills is a nightclub/lounge fusion conveniently located in the center of Beverly Hills. Behind the black padded leather doors, from the moment you walk down the steps into this modern speak-easy, CONFIDENTIAL Beverly Hills attempts to deceive you into thinking the motif is old world aristocratic, with crystal chandeliers and a white baby grand piano. However, behind the corner awaits a modern European discothèque-like lounge complete with large booths in a plethora of textured leathers and finished cement floors that appear almost glass-like. This nightclub/lounge fusion is the ideal place to go for a glamorous night out in one of the most posh cities in the world.

Los Angeles – May 07 2015

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EuroCircle Los Angeles’ next event will take place at Gracia Madre, a 100% organic, plant-based Mexican cuisine. They serve cuisine inspired by the kitchens of Mexico sourced from locally grown organic ingredients as well as having some exceptional cocktails… ummmmm Mezcal Mulessssssss!!!!

We’ll be meeting at 7pm on Thursday May 7th 2015 (Gracia Madre is located in West Hollywood).

See you all there, let’s have a good one.. Please make sure you’re there and make sure you bring your friends, family, neighbours – whoever wants to have a good night out and meet some amazing people from all walks of life.

See you all there 😉

Cheerio!

HOSTED BY:
Sonny & Tanya
EuroCircle Los Angeles FB group:

Los Angeles – Apr 15 2015

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APRIL MIXER @ BALTAIRE STEAKHOUSE!
Here we are again 🙂 We’ve been working hard to organise this event…. Finally, a great place has been booked for us to all meet and spend the evening together.

We’ll have our next event at an amazing SteakHouse, Baltaire, an elegant dining room & buzzy outdoor patio set the stage for cocktails & prime cuts.
This high-end steakhouse sibling of the adjacent Coral Tree Café brings a taste of Beverly Hills to Brentwood, with a spacious bar offering serious mixology and lots of prime cuts.
The interior is handsomely elegant, but it’s the luxurious outdoor patio that’s the draw, complete with a glassed-in fireplace and a view of locals heading for Soulcycle across the street.

See you all there, let’s have a good one.. Please make sure you’re there and make sure you bring your friends, family, neighbours – whoever wants to have a good night out and meet some amazing people from all walks of life.

See you all there 😉

Cheerio!

HOSTED BY:
Sonny & Tanya
EuroCircle Los Angeles FB group

Please feel free to bring your international friends and encourage them to visit our website and become a EuroCircle member just like you!

EUROCIRCLE TRAVELS
If you like to travel, join Sherry in October 2015 with EuroCircle members to Journey Across Africa!

Los Angeles – Feb 17 2015

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We know you guys were expecting an event to happen in January, but just seemed to be a rather busy month for several people. But We’re Back……. 🙂
We’ve organised our next event at a great Italian place, Spaghettini & the Dave Koz Lounge in Beverly Hills. Rated one of the top cuisine and live musical entertainment collide like never before in Beverly Hills.
Many members have requested an earlier time for the event, but taking into account traffic and other things, we’d like to shoot for 7pm.

See you all there, lets have a good one.. Please make sure you’re there and make sure you bring your friends, family, neighbours – whoever wants to have a good night out and meet some ravishing people from all walks of life.
See you all there 😉
Cheerio!
Sonny Yo Yo Sarna AND Tanya Stawski Shamtoub
www.eurocircle.com] (your hosts for the evening)
EuroCircle Los Angeles FB group:
https://www.facebook…ps/26374034613/

****Please feel free to bring your international friends and encourage them to visit our website: www.EuroCircle.com and become a EuroCircle member just like you! ***

Los Angeles – Dec 18 2014

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Let’s toast and say Goodbye 2014 and toast to a Healthy, Wealthy and Exciting 2015 full of Joy and Happiness!
Join us at the Ray’s & Stark Bar for a Mediterranean-inspired menu includes dishes from the restaurant’s wood-burning oven and grill, with an emphasis on farm-to-table and seasonal fare AND enjoy some seasonal cocktails, a California-centric wine list, and artisan beers and spirits.
We’re told that they’re going to do something special for us on the night… guess you’ll have to come and see for yourself. 🙂

See you ALL there.

Cheers,

Sonny Yo Yo Sarna and Tanya Stawski Shamtoub

PS: Parking available from 7pm until close | LACMA garage on 6th Street & Fairfax Avenue (Underground)

Los Angeles – Nov 20 2014

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Come hang out with us in this so called, winter time here in LA.

The Europeans and locals will meet at Phillippe Chow in Beverley Hills from 6.45pm onwards on Thursday November 20th 2014.
This place has happy hour till 8pm, they’ll be serving from their Happy Hour Menu – Wines and Beers $5 and our favourite Margaritas and Cocktails at $7. They also have some amazing appetizers at $7.

We guaranteed it’ll be a fun evening, and to prove us right you’ll have to show up!
You can RSVP either on FB or here (orange RSVP button), which requires being or signing up as a member.

Looking forward to meeting some of you guys there.

Cheers.

Tanya & Sonny​

EuroCircle Los Angeles Group at Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/26374034613/

Meet some of our members and other expats in LA:

Massimo Dobrovich – Euros of Hollywood reality show
Camilla Rantsen – Writer/Producer/Actress
Heini Tavastia, Actress

Los Angeles – Apr 18 2013

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Join us on Thursday, April 18th, from 8pm for our Los Angeles EuroCircle Mixer at Caffe Roma in Beverly Hills

You will be able to enjoy the fun ambience while tasting the restaurant’s fantastic menu – HAPPY HOUR

Dress Code: Summer Chic

Caffe Roma
350 N Canon Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Contact me with any questions at losangeles@eurocircle(Dot)com ( or tanya(dot) stawski@sothebyshomes (dot)com)
Looking forward seeing you all.

Ciao
Tanya

Los Angeles – June 10 2014

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Eurocircle Los Angeles and Welcome.Us Present the first ever

IMMIGRANT HERITAGE MONTH (IHM)

Join us for a relaxed international evening. Beginning in June 2014, Welcome.Us encourages every American to log on to their website and connect with them through social media, to help celebrate the month and share their stories using the hashtag#WelcomeUS on their social media streams, including facebook.com/welcomeus and Twitter: @Welcome_us

Happy Hour Menu including $5 Well Drinks & $5 Select Wines and Beer will be served from 7-10pm

We look forward seeing you all there,

Christine Hsu and Catherine Lyons, Fwd.Us
Tanya and Ajay, EuroCircle Los Angeles team

Welcome.Us is a non-profit dedicated to celebrating a United States that is fueled by an immigrant tradition – it is supported by FWD.Us

Other EuroCircle Cities are also allying with Welcome.Us/FWD.Us

Los Angeles – Sep 03 2014

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Join us for our next EuroCircle event on Wednesday September 3rd from 6:30PM at Smith Tap House starting and don t forget to RSVP.

Tanya and Ajay

PS: We would love to invite you to join EuroCircle LA team and help us to host and organize EuroCircle events in Los Angeles. You can contact us via the EuroCircle forums (private messages), at the events, FB etc… and during wednesday’s event.