greenland is thought to be a relatively safe place. "single women traveling in greenland don't generally encounter any special worries." (lonely planet) greenland's main problems in crime are generally linked to drinking or drug use, which has led to outlawing of alcohol in some towns and villages (lonely planet). some bars like the "disreputable hotel tupilak disco produces plenty of broken glass." other issues such as domestic violence and solvent abuse also plague greenland.