the REALITY of going outside the VILLAGE LIMITS | Longyearbyen, Svalbard

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  • @suzannewallace335
    @suzannewallace335 ปีที่แล้ว +148

    I love that they already live somewhere really remote, then they go somewhere even more remote for a holiday!

    • @justsher123
      @justsher123 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +17

      Yes that is amazing. I love watching them do things that I could never do. My husband and I are senior citizens and enjoy watching. She has a great way of explaining and showing beautiful scenery. And we just love Grim.

    • @yamil.343
      @yamil.343 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Right? 😂

    • @sharonsunshine2532
      @sharonsunshine2532 27 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      Same

    • @Coffeepanda294
      @Coffeepanda294 10 วันที่ผ่านมา

      lol

  • @kaytlinjustis5643
    @kaytlinjustis5643 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    'Read books all day long', girl, you've just described my perfect day! Snowy outdoors, drinking hot chocolate/tea, and reading a big book wrapped in blankets! 📖🍵🌨

    • @danakaystone
      @danakaystone ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I thought the exact same thing❣

    • @officialobawise4853
      @officialobawise4853 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ⁠let’s go on our own adventure together

  • @AngelLuluBlu
    @AngelLuluBlu ปีที่แล้ว +612

    Some people make videos, but Cecilia with your talent, creativity and storytelling you are a filmmaker and with your beauty, dazzling personality and hilarious sense of humor you are a star to boot! 💫 Girl, you were born to do this!
    I feel so blessed that you share your magical life with Christoffer and Grim with us!
    Love from Idaho, USA 😘

    • @CeciliaBlomdahl
      @CeciliaBlomdahl  ปีที่แล้ว +58

      Wow, thank you so so much 😭😍🧡🧡🧡🧡

    • @stephkay2149
      @stephkay2149 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      I feel the same way with her videos and life! Much love from Las Vegas!

    • @KathyW5
      @KathyW5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Yes, yes, yes from Washington State, US

    • @sharondoan1447
      @sharondoan1447 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      Isn’t Cecilia a lovely person ? She always goes with the flow and finds her way around every obstacle with determination and a great attitude.

    • @seesea-sv3xw
      @seesea-sv3xw ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Cheers from New Jersey, USA. I look forward to Sunday in Svalbard.

  • @cynthiawood9616
    @cynthiawood9616 ปีที่แล้ว +247

    Thank you guys for being such thoughtful dog lovers. The way you stopped for Grim to get on the snowmobile because you knew he was tired. I know that seems obvious but soo many people don't think about it. Wonderful!

    • @jasminelaura2634
      @jasminelaura2634 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Fenris was the tired one. But yes! So thoughtful

    • @juzzieg
      @juzzieg ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I also felt happy when Grim got to ride on the snowmobile.

    • @bustersmith5569
      @bustersmith5569 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They do have two Beautiful dogs 🦮👍👍

    • @lea801
      @lea801 29 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      Sigh, I wish all people were this thoughtful with their dogs.

    • @lizmil
      @lizmil 22 วันที่ผ่านมา +2

      I hike a lot and often see dogs that look overtired, or having to walk on rocky surfaces that hurt their paws - and oblivious owners.

  • @enryiggins2878
    @enryiggins2878 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Oh my heart! Grim is so full of joy running beside mom and dad. What a sweet boy.

  • @EbonandEli10
    @EbonandEli10 ปีที่แล้ว +295

    What do you think they’re fishing for? “Fish!” That had me giggling through the entire video. Your shots are so unbelievably beautiful and peaceful. The juxtaposition of fingernail polish and harrowing snowmobile rides, rustic, far away cabins and posh homes in Portugal, just unbelievable! It’s like reading a good novel. I think humans love good stories, and you tell them well.

    • @AngelLuluBlu
      @AngelLuluBlu ปีที่แล้ว +32

      Love your comment! I agree Cecila is an amazing storyteller! I laugh, I cry and become fully immersed in each and every story. I love that Cecilia is super girly and also a freaking badass adventurer!

    • @c9566
      @c9566 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same! Their friend is so funny and quirky 😂 what a cool adventure. Love Cecelia!!

    • @deanberchenbriter8758
      @deanberchenbriter8758 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi,

    • @manilove2pwn
      @manilove2pwn ปีที่แล้ว +1

      that polar bear will be back and eat these fools

    • @carebear2155
      @carebear2155 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​@@manilove2pwnthe fools who live here full time? Who has protection on them basically at all times? The ones who are more prepared for you it than you will ever be?

  • @IsabelCarter-ve1un
    @IsabelCarter-ve1un ปีที่แล้ว +141

    I'm a geologist working at AGH University in Kraków, and I went on a research expediton to Svalbard in 2021 including a few days around Belsund/Chamberlindalen, so this was super fun to see! Poland has a long history of Polar research on Svalbard (going back about 80 years), and there are multiple Polish research stations and cabins there - some more basic than this, but also a large station at Hornsund with proper 'civilised' faclities. Thanks for showing us around, I hope I get the chance to return one day!

    • @sandrarawn2147
      @sandrarawn2147 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      🇨🇦 HELLO FROM ONTARIO CANADA! I want to thank you so much for your years of research you've done for this absolutely beautiful part of our world! My goodness in all your years of research it must be sad to see the state of Svalbard and our Polar bears. The weather is greatly affecting this larger than life beautiful part of the world as well? With the weather being too warm it's melting the ice these beautiful animals need to hunt from. I just find it incredible that we, in this beautiful world are being warned about these effects and many others and we just keep going on like we live in an indispensable world! Buckle up people! We are ruining a world that our children and grandchildren and so on...have to live in. There truely isn't much time left. 😩🥶🤬🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

    • @gabriellafox7948
      @gabriellafox7948 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      ⁠@@sandrarawn2147
      Sad to see if the “state” of Svalbard? There’s nothing wrong there, the archipelago is very beautifully kept in pristine condition. Folks who live there are extremely mindful of the environment, so I’m not sure what you are referring to. Yes, there is some climate change, but it’s not catastrophic as you purport. There are others, however, China and India primarily are going to ruin it for everyone else. They’re wicked leadership don’t give a rats patootie about the environment. The crimes that they are committing against the land and their peoples deserve punishment in prison for the rest of their lives.

    • @bustersmith5569
      @bustersmith5569 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gabriellafox7948 China and india will never stop there Damage there doing,,,,, Never 💩💩💩💩💩💩💩

  • @CharlottesEscapism
    @CharlottesEscapism ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Does anyone else come to Cecilia’s channel for a little bit of escapism? Nothing more cosier for me than sitting down with a cup of tea (sometimes coffee), my dog & watching a new video all on the life of Svalbard 🥹

    • @CeciliaBlomdahl
      @CeciliaBlomdahl  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      😍🥰🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️

    • @CharlottesEscapism
      @CharlottesEscapism ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CeciliaBlomdahl❤❤❤

    • @katpat8197
      @katpat8197 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes!!! ❤❤❤

    • @ceciliahughes740
      @ceciliahughes740 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s like a great escape to a beautiful exploration of a wonderland without leaving the comforts of your own little world.
      Cecilia makes you feel as if you were there in that cabin with them!🎉

  • @white_clover767
    @white_clover767 ปีที่แล้ว +163

    My 🇫🇴Faroe Islands🇫🇴 husband works on one of the fishing vessels that sail around Trømso, Båtsfjord, Bear Island and Svaalbaard. He says he's never thought about the peeps on land who might see his ship. He says hey.

    • @carenclemmons5002
      @carenclemmons5002 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Cool. Be well and safe. Thanks for saying hello.

    • @white_clover767
      @white_clover767 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Hal Colombo cod

    • @staceydevlin7101
      @staceydevlin7101 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      What does he fish for, fish??😂

  • @HelloIAmJo
    @HelloIAmJo ปีที่แล้ว +98

    Thank you so much for having captions made for your videos! I know that it takes a lot of effort, and it doesn't go unnoticed. I'm hard of hearing so it's always amazing when real captions are an option. There are bigger creators who don't go to the effort and I appreciate you so much for it!

    • @emlocke12
      @emlocke12 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Yes! Quality captions allow me to totally relax and soak up the content. On other channels, I spend so much time pausing/jumping back 30 seconds to listen again that it becomes a distraction and sometimes a hassle.

  • @chloemeow9456
    @chloemeow9456 ปีที่แล้ว +353

    Christoffer comfortably vlogging himself is a whole new level of personal growth! :D

    • @amyeastin5263
      @amyeastin5263 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Christoffer vlogging himself is priceless. 😉

    • @peggymiller3045
      @peggymiller3045 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Amen!

    • @MatthewsLife
      @MatthewsLife ปีที่แล้ว +3

      that is amazing I remember when my dad th-cam.com/users/proudopa51 did his first vlog with my mother.

    • @peggymiller3045
      @peggymiller3045 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@MatthewsLife beautiful tribute

    • @arctic_desert
      @arctic_desert ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I was thinking the same thing! So nice

  • @sgtfifilarue8957
    @sgtfifilarue8957 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Thank you for the moments of total bliss!! I am disabled and my traveling days have passed me by. I always tell my children to explain what they experienced so that I can see things through their eyes. Whether it’s a research facility in The Keys (Florida) to dining experiences and everything in between. You truly outdid yourself with this video! I know there is scarcely a chance I will ever be able to explore Svalbard, let alone the outlining areas, but you captured it beautifully! I appreciate you sharing your life with all of us! I treasure the quiet times when I get to see what you have been up to. Bravo! This one will be hard to beat! ❤

  • @lavendertownvip1908
    @lavendertownvip1908 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    That clip of christoffer filming himself eating chocolate is so funny. He is definitely becoming more comfortable around the camera, good for him.

    • @SarahWelstead
      @SarahWelstead ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I get the impression - founded totally on watching so many of Cecilia's videos - that seeing Einar so comfortable on camera kind of brought out Christoffer's competitive side. (I think Einar has a little secret crush on Cecilia TBH.)

    • @sallyannc3176
      @sallyannc3176 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@SarahWelstead nah - Einar has his own lovely partner.

  • @reet01693
    @reet01693 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    One of my favourite videos you've ever made! So authentic, simple and raw. Thank you for not cutting the footage shorter, the length made it feel more like a story or a movie.
    And Christoffer and Einar - oh my goodness! Fun personalities! 😀

  • @mtnshelby7059
    @mtnshelby7059 ปีที่แล้ว +245

    Fenris and Grim sure are two happy dogs living a big adventure with their human porters😄 Excellent video, thank you.

    • @CeciliaBlomdahl
      @CeciliaBlomdahl  ปีที่แล้ว +21

      You are so kind!

    • @rahelhorvat1471
      @rahelhorvat1471 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How is Fenris now a permanent resident with Chris and Cecilia, doesn't he belong to some other owners?

    • @sallyannc3176
      @sallyannc3176 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@rahelhorvat1471 he isn't - his owner was with them on the trip. He sometimes stays with Cecilia and Chris if his owners are away.

  • @elli481
    @elli481 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    Cecelia, you transport me to another part of the world that most of us could only ever dream of getting to. I can't even fathom the coldness that you live with, but do it with such ease! Thanks for a lovely video and a snippet of time in your life.

  • @marinawolf
    @marinawolf ปีที่แล้ว +185

    Einar is so engaging! He did a great job of explaining the history of the downed airplane. What a lovely trip.

    • @CeciliaBlomdahl
      @CeciliaBlomdahl  ปีที่แล้ว +34

      I agree! I love when he tells a story!

    • @sallyannc3176
      @sallyannc3176 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CeciliaBlomdahl the rest of Europe (well us in the UK) not so thankful the Germans survived to bomb us another day!

    • @Biosafetylevel4
      @Biosafetylevel4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      And he’s not bad to look at, either! 😏

    • @sallyannc3176
      @sallyannc3176 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Biosafetylevel4 too fat - all the guys there seem to be obese.

    • @Biosafetylevel4
      @Biosafetylevel4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sallyannc3176 I prefer my men husky/stocky. Innately desired, anthropologically for their ability to “fend for the family”/protector, stocky men are the ideal body type for all around endurance and heat retention, vital for keeping muscles warm for best utilization.
      I just love them bc it’s what is most visually appealing to me. 😍

  • @uppercut147
    @uppercut147 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I love Grim's little bark.🥰It's so cute! And his energy matches yours so well.

    • @CeciliaBlomdahl
      @CeciliaBlomdahl  ปีที่แล้ว +16

      an impatient ball of energy! suits me perfectly 😍

    • @springfauna1465
      @springfauna1465 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The Grim is adorable!!! He's actually how I found this channel today. There was the cutest short video about him and his bed, and now I'm binge watching these awesome videos!! 😊❤️💯

  • @Seattalie
    @Seattalie ปีที่แล้ว +103

    The drone footage of the glacier was so beautiful and moving it brought tears to my eyes.

    • @juliachildress2943
      @juliachildress2943 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I thought I was the only one. I don't know. Maybe it's seeing nature in some pristine state; a part of the world that I will never see in person but that I get to experience through someone else.

    • @ameiseelefant3470
      @ameiseelefant3470 ปีที่แล้ว

      Climate crisis is gonna take it - already does - from us. It is very sad. But i mean, its our own fault so ..

    • @justsher123
      @justsher123 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@juliachildress2943exactly how I feel also.

  • @annaG2378
    @annaG2378 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm Polish and it was such a surprise to see the cabin house full of polish stuff 🙂 I love your channel and I'm addicted to it already 🤣 Please please never stop filming 🥰 Greatings from Poland ❤🇵🇱

  • @13dulcie
    @13dulcie ปีที่แล้ว +76

    I bet the pups needed a long nap after their run. I loved the smile on Fenris's face. He and grim are adorable. The landscape is so beautiful. I just love your videos. 💗

  • @LisaT_
    @LisaT_ ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Such a natural storytelling style. You’re not just a social media video creator. Very talented. Love your channel. So fascinating. In America we have a myriad of weather patterns, even within one state, but obviously nothing like there. Wish we had multi language instruction, when young, as well.

  • @christybirling3299
    @christybirling3299 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    I'm convinced Grim thinks these trips are specifically for him. How those dogs can run for so long is amazing. I thought seeing the fishing vessels was really neat. Will Grim be getting a new chariot? Thank you for sharing your adventure with us and for the marvelous video.

    • @mortalclown3812
      @mortalclown3812 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I spend so much time fretting about Grim having everything he needs lol.
      And though Cecilia says he'd bark if a bear came near, I freak when he's tied up outside by himself. ♡♡♡
      Finally realized it looks like hell there - too cold, no trees, hungry bears and then the darkness. Heh I just adore Cecilia, Christoffer and their amigos.

    • @sandrasmith3378
      @sandrasmith3378 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      omg ...when she said, "Sadly didn't make it back'...... *I really thought she said Grim didn't make it back home, I was crying I'm not kidding.....seached video for more info on Dogs....THAN I realized the "Dog Carrier" didn't make it!!!!* Those Dog's are so ❤️ Beautiful 🌹!

  • @TaKreatywna
    @TaKreatywna ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I studied geography (specialized in geoecology), my master's thesis promoter is one of the researchers who comes there. I did quite a lot of such research in Poland and my dream was to go this cabin and to Chernobyl (Ukraine), I luckily was able to make the Charnobyl dream come true, I was like a kid on the playground, fascinated with everything around. I wanted to go for Spitzbergen research so badly, but unfortunately never got enough money. This video made me so emotional. Lots of love from Poland! ❤ I love watching your videos on Monday mornings, so peaceful start of the week.

    • @nickyjones867
      @nickyjones867 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s nice to see more women studying in these subjects! I’m glad you got to Chernobyl. My son wants to go to Svalbard too to study. He is doing geology and paleontology at uni in the UK. I hope he gets the opportunity x

  • @lolah3838
    @lolah3838 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I can't even with how adorable Grim & Fenris are and how much they love your lifestyle.

  • @natalianatalia2
    @natalianatalia2 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    It’s unbelievable. I love watching your channel. I’m Polish and I was studying geography at the Polish uni 12 years ago. I remember that my professors were going on and off the station in Svalbard. They showed us a lot of photos and videos, including photos of the polar bears getting into the cabin. I remember how big of a dream it was for me at that time to work at the uni and be able to travel to Svalbard myself one day. The opportunity and the dream is now gone, which I don’t regret because I have a great job and career, but still this video brought back a lot of old memories and reminded me of few dreams I used to had :). You are doing great things Cecilia and I thank you for that! Stay safe! ❤

    • @mon6745
      @mon6745 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I hope you're able to go on a vacation 🤗

    • @wainber1
      @wainber1 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I live in Canada but have roots, via great-grandparents, in what would become or remain, following WW2, Poland, Ukraine and Romania in no particular order of #s of ancestors. Cold hasn't been unknown to me; indeed, I've gotten used to living winter after winter, with Toronto (my city of birth and the only one in which I've ever lived) having suffered some very brutally cold winters. That said, the part of Canada in which I live is at such a low latitude that I can't think of a point during my lifetime that in that part of the world I've seen a polar bear in the wild. Of other parts of the world I've ever visited, I've also yet to encounter polar bears in the wild even with the island of Newfoundland known to, unlike when it's summer there (when I'd visited), have polar bears on it come springtime.

  • @cindywho134
    @cindywho134 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    It's beyond words how beautiful this is.

  • @thegzak
    @thegzak ปีที่แล้ว +31

    “I think I’m gonna go and read my book, and drink some coffee, and have a piece of chocolate, and then I’ll go out again in the sunshine”
    What an amazing life 😌

  • @lynetteray2146
    @lynetteray2146 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I have to say, watching it again, Einar is very entertaining. He is simply a 'guy' being a 'guy' in the middle of nowhere! And he has a great sense of humor!

  • @juliachildress2943
    @juliachildress2943 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Einar is so funny. Tell him thanks for agreeing to be filmed. Like you and Kristoffer, he seems very laid back. Your videos are beautiful, and I find the mountains, the snow and especially the glaciers so moving to see. Thank you.

  • @tinglelingaling6
    @tinglelingaling6 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I grew up without the internet. I had my first cell phone when I was 31. I have to laugh because we all thought we knew so much. The internet has really put my generation in its place as far as some knowledge. Don't get me wrong, I am so glad I grew up without it. I have the memories of both worlds now. I do think of my Grandmother a lot and her stories. She grew up without a tv. They had a radio. I remember being so excited when she got a new larger tv and gave me her little black and white tv. Friends were envious lol. Now I can see and learn so many new things. I love that you share with us.

  • @barbiec4312
    @barbiec4312 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This is one of the most beautiful and other real footage and scenery I’ve ever seen. Absolutely beautifully filmed and edited. Thank you so much.

  • @AmyStoneYT
    @AmyStoneYT ปีที่แล้ว +48

    I live in Ontario Canada. We certainly don’t get the darkness like you do. But the winters certainly drag and are very depressing. A change of scenery, even a weekend trip, does wonders for the mood! ❤

    • @donnalawrence8593
      @donnalawrence8593 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi. I couldn't imagine. I think I will keep this video when it's Hot here down in the 'states'.lol
      Amish Country Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania is in between Maine and Florida. I couldn't handle this cold

    • @danielletanguay7272
      @danielletanguay7272 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hello fellow Ontario resident!

    • @bethb7965
      @bethb7965 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@donnalawrence8593 I'm in western Montgomery county

    • @mosimosi630
      @mosimosi630 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How about this winter we all choose to enjoy and stop saying we hate winter and be grateful for Canada a peaceful land I’m planning on being thankful this winter please join me

  • @Carrie_13
    @Carrie_13 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Svalbard is def on my bucket list and has been since I first discovered your channel over a year ago. No matter how I am feeling, seeing the dogs SMILE ear to ear while running around lifts my heart and brings so much joy This was an amazing video, thank you!!! 💕💕💕💕💕💕

  • @bettieshea278
    @bettieshea278 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Thank you Cecelia! I always love sharing your adventures. As I have said before to you here, and to my own kids every day, KEEP GOING. Be unafraid. Be bold while you’re young and you can! I wish I had been bolder when I was young with fewer responsibilities.
    Your lovely soul glows and warms everyone it comes into contact with!

  • @stephaniec2944
    @stephaniec2944 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This is art....I just stumbled across your channel this morning, and Thank you. It is so incredible, so relaxing, so interesting, so wholesome, and just all around lovely.

  • @JPMJPM
    @JPMJPM ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I typically watch TH-cam on my phone, but Cecelia, I always watch your videos on a big screen TV. The quality is incredible. You deserve your own TV show.

    • @amyjohnson7729
      @amyjohnson7729 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree her scenery shots and drone footage is wonderful. If you haven't seen it yet, Simple Alaska Living also has incredible footage, National Geographic quality.

  • @PowerPuff60
    @PowerPuff60 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    you guys definitely make the most of life in Svalbard and your videos are so well made and able to invoke emotion. Thank you for the time and energy you put into this, absolutely my favourite channel. xx

  • @kathleenpeplow6163
    @kathleenpeplow6163 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    Incredible views of the glacier and surrounding area ❤️ Fenris and Grim certainly have a lovely life ❤️

  • @melissalane-q7m
    @melissalane-q7m ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Loved this! So great seeing Grimm and his buddy F having such a great time! I love all of your videos about life in Svalbard, but this adventure was special. Thank you for sharing it with us!

  • @4evelyn734
    @4evelyn734 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The wild beauty of your island never ceases to amaze! Fenris is such sweetheart and Grim is so much fun. Hope you're having a lovely time in the sunshine. Thanks for sharing!

  • @amyk3020
    @amyk3020 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Honey I give you all the credit, NO WAY could I stay somewhere so cold. Beautiful yes, but the idea that your breathe is so visible makes me shiver. I would be sitting on the stove....you all are amazing. Thanks for sharing

  • @gabrielleparis3532
    @gabrielleparis3532 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Cecilia your videos are so magical. Thank you for bringing such joy into our lives ❄️❄️❄️

  • @felipemercado4311
    @felipemercado4311 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I live in Puerto Rico and it’s exciting to see your videos with all of the snow, ice and cold. I see the coziness that surrounds your life how great that must be!

  • @Britspence381
    @Britspence381 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Enjoyed sharing your adventure with you. I'm an older fellow in Virginia, USA, so this was a real treat for me. I love the pooches, dogs make everything so much better. Thank you for posting.

  • @Midwesthiker
    @Midwesthiker ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The BEAUTY!!! I'm in awe of your ability to capture the grandeur of such an awesome place. Thanks for taking us along your adventure.

  • @sunnydeemaui6109
    @sunnydeemaui6109 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I’m watching this from my freezing 65°F kitchen in California looking at sunny skies through my backyard patio…with a flushing toilet & all…Feeling grateful & humbled 😜 I enjoy these vids so much ♥️

  • @ruthejbooth8661
    @ruthejbooth8661 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The puppy ride-along just put the biggest smile on my face. Thank you!

  • @tamarindcandy
    @tamarindcandy ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Wow she’s so brave going out to ski. I’m such a weenie- if I saw polar bear tracks I would stay inside that cabin and never leave except to use the outhouse. And even then I’d ask for a bathroom buddy 😂

  • @Carlie12345
    @Carlie12345 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love seeing Ferris and Grim smile.. and then, in the next breath, I imagine them, showing how large the polar bear foot was, and I freak out!!

  • @erntefreude
    @erntefreude ปีที่แล้ว +27

    The landscape is awesome. Thank you for sharing your time there at the cabin with us.

  • @danielgregg2530
    @danielgregg2530 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best in the series I have seen yet. This Rick-Steves-style narration -- simple and to the point, without rambling -- was especially appreciated.

  • @lynnbogard3596
    @lynnbogard3596 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I think you have the best videos around. I’ve shared them with family and friends and we’re all in agreement! Well done!!

    • @CeciliaBlomdahl
      @CeciliaBlomdahl  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Wow, thank you! 😍🙏

    • @JLsage
      @JLsage ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree 100 percent!

    • @lauralynnmonroe
      @lauralynnmonroe ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too! You make Sunday extra special!

  • @SezShares
    @SezShares ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Finally grabbing a moment with a cup of coffee in the early morning to enjoy this epic adventure from Svalbard. LOVE an Einar video. He’s so funny and a natural on camera

  • @einezcrespo2107
    @einezcrespo2107 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    For all the pitfalls of Polar Bear break ins Svalbard is very beautiful. Thank you for sharing and enjoy your vacation in Portugal.

  • @OZRIC1985
    @OZRIC1985 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It's so nice to see a place where people can go on an adventure and stay in available cabins. What's really great too is that great people (like you three) keep the cabins clean for the next people who will be staying there during their travels. What a nice place it is up there with really good classy people who genuinely care about one another. :)

  • @thevictoryoverhimself7298
    @thevictoryoverhimself7298 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I like how this shack (that the polar bear broke the windows of) looks like it was constructed in like the 1800s, abandoned, and was never touched lol. (You can still see original 1800s shacks from the original polar explorers standing today in many places, still with victorian-era canned food you can very possibly maybe eat. Depending on how much lead you want in your diet.)

  • @KristiBee
    @KristiBee ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Watching your videos makes us miss Alaska! So much in your videos is similar to the things we know. Your outlook is very positive and I appreciate your viewpoint on things that can be hard to overcome like the darkness and the cold with your cheerful attitude and your appreciation for simple things like cozy fires and a good book.

  • @veeemit9719
    @veeemit9719 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    In addition to being a wonderful filmmaker and story teller, you are a great teacher; I seem to learn something new every time I watch one of your productions. Also, Christopher’s waffles looked absolutely scrumptious! What talent.

  • @Erin-nu7ux
    @Erin-nu7ux ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Great video! You always capture the beauty of svalbard 😍 I love how down to earth you and christoffer are 🥰 I also love your sweaters! So cute!! Stay safe and have a great week 🥰🤗 oh and I can't forget Grim, what an awesome dog and companion 🐾💖🐾 thank you for your videos!

  • @stevelarsen7562
    @stevelarsen7562 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks!

  • @88ashjen
    @88ashjen ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love the raw nature of your videos! Nature is the perfect filter and it’s always a joy to experience your cabin trips and videos about Svalbard.

  • @KajalMali
    @KajalMali ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just spent my entire morning binge watching your videos. You live the COOLEST life! + it makes me feel so cozy!!!!

  • @heathersteinmetz9215
    @heathersteinmetz9215 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Cecilia, your videos never cease to amaze me! The beauty you capture and the storytelling you do keeps me waiting for the next video! Thank you for sharing!!!

  • @ecburt5046
    @ecburt5046 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is the first video I ever watched of Cecelia, Christoffer and Grim. Fun to watch again now that I know their personalities.

  • @jennifer6833
    @jennifer6833 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Your videos are phenomenal, not one outdoes the other. All of them I am utterly awestruck by! To think I never knew where you live existed until this past October purely by stumbling onto your channel with the video of you discussing the vitamin D testing. I’ve been hooked ever since. It’s good to see how people from different parts of the world live, helps keep thing’s in perspective of how we are so small yet have such profound impact for being the individuals that we are.
    Thank You ❤

  • @rhondachapman3688
    @rhondachapman3688 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I live in Australia and have never even seen snow, so I find it hard to understand just how cold it would have been there. Totally loved the landscape, so very majestic. Thank you for sharing your adventure with us....glad you didn’t come across that polar bear 💜💜🇦🇺

    • @le_th_
      @le_th_ ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you'd like to see some REAL snowstorm-level snow, check out our recent snowfall in California (US). th-cam.com/video/UixVpdnSPL0/w-d-xo.html This is A LOT of snow, even for California!

    • @wendyhoward472
      @wendyhoward472 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi fellow Aussie in Queensland I find these podcasts incredible. Like armchair tours.

  • @ginamartinez6308
    @ginamartinez6308 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Gorgeous scenery, it’s like a beautiful work of art. Thank you for taking us along on your remote escape from remote life! I love how happy the dogs look running alongside the snowmobile. I can feel their joyful freedom. 💕

  • @DianeH2038
    @DianeH2038 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    these scenes are so beautiful, especially the striations in the ice right around 32:23. just stunning. thank you.

  • @rachelhebert4136
    @rachelhebert4136 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    This is truly a beautifully filmed and edited video. Your content always has the rare quality of just peaceful presence. You're clearly a very present and content person yourself, and that reflects in your filming style, etc. I especially loved the brief Christoffer 'I'm eating chocolate' interlude and the still of happy Fenris. Simply lovely.

  • @edwinaflannery9828
    @edwinaflannery9828 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another incredible scenery day...we are so lucky to have you showing this all to us thank you

  • @Secular-Serenity
    @Secular-Serenity ปีที่แล้ว +20

    I feel silly fussing about the cold 40 degree weather in Florida. You’re a champ, Cecilia 💪🏻

    • @trishrobinson1523
      @trishrobinson1523 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It’s all relative. Whatever you’re used to. Sometimes 40 is cold and sometimes it feels like a heatwave after a winter storm. ❤

    • @carolynwatson4301
      @carolynwatson4301 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The week of Christmas it was -10 here in Arkansas. And it gets 105 degrees in the summer. The Ouachita Mountains are a place of extremes.

  • @ShaunaGmakeup
    @ShaunaGmakeup ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks! Your videos bring me such joy- cheers to you and Christoffer and the pups and have a wonderful year. Please have a coffee ☕️ on me:)

  • @kathrynbaker8215
    @kathrynbaker8215 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Every time I watch one of your videos, I have to go make coffee. This looks absolutely fantastic, but I’m old now and a long snow mobile ride is out of the question. Good luck to you all!

    • @PRAISEMYLORDJESUS
      @PRAISEMYLORDJESUS ปีที่แล้ว

      You may be old but I pray you continue to have adventures!!

  • @amyeastin5263
    @amyeastin5263 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just breathtaking views of the glaciers and scenery that I’ll never get to see. I loved seeing Grim and Fenris so happy on their adventures with you. I can’t wait for more cabin adventures

  • @nancymacdonald7159
    @nancymacdonald7159 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Shots of glacier are incredible. Such beauty. The puppy dogs are in their element.

  • @isabelm9556
    @isabelm9556 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I recently came across your TH-cam page in one aspect of your page. That brings me back again and again is how you love and care for your dogs.
    And make them such an intricacal part.
    Of your videos. Must respect and gratitude for your family

  • @Amacott99
    @Amacott99 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The scenery is just SPECTACULAR. What an experience ❤

  • @Talk2WandaVision
    @Talk2WandaVision ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Yeah, polar bear break-ins and avalanche beacons in sub zero weather doesn't sound like a relaxing getaway to me lol. More like my worst nightmare. But different strokes for different folks. I do love getting to enjoy the adventure vicariously from my warm and cozy home in California.

  • @pamelaagnew7615
    @pamelaagnew7615 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Thank you for taking us along with you on your trip. The scenery is truly magnificent and the air must be so pure that probably my city lungs would not be able to take it. I love watching your vlog and your adventures with Grim and of course Kristofer

  • @j.g.7054
    @j.g.7054 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We just loved it when you gave Fenris a ride on the snowmobile! OMG - you guys are the BEST! XXXOOO

  • @TheApril41885
    @TheApril41885 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The snip where Kristopher took the camera “Hi it’s me” 😂😂 Thank you for including that! Love your videos!

  • @blancacordero3998
    @blancacordero3998 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Einar seems like such a lovely human being. Lovely humor.

  • @hippiechick2112
    @hippiechick2112 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I cannot live up there, but I find your videos amazing. Thank you for sharing!

  • @susanunger2278
    @susanunger2278 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The dogs joy as they ran along in the fresh, cold air was the best part of the video for me today!

  • @brunelopevonswerts
    @brunelopevonswerts ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Cecilia, I love your channel! I’ve been following your journey for over a year now and I’ve learned so much from you (not to mention how relaxing and refreshing it is to watch your videos 😊). The cabin ones are my favourites. I have a suggestion if you don’t mind - or maybe you have already posted something similar and I missed it, in that case I’m sorry! I’m always curious about the gear you pack (equipment AND clothes) when you go on those cabin trips. Perhaps you could show us how you prep? Also I absolutely ADORE this brownish and cream wooly sweater you are wearing on the trip. ❤ Love from ON, Canada

  • @cindyhenning7832
    @cindyhenning7832 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your dogs live such an incredible life! Cecilia your always so happy with what ever you do or come across💞you always make me smile

  • @Cowboysfan40
    @Cowboysfan40 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Loved the video! Such a beautiful, unspoiled view! And, of course, I loved seeing Grim and Fenris! Two very happy doggies!

  • @susanhamilton1822
    @susanhamilton1822 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I enjoyed this excursion very much. I love seeing how people in different parts of the world live. I am totally and completely in love with your dogs. This is the first time I have ever seen Finnish Laphunds and it could just be a favorite breed. I am sure my little Spaniel won't mind if I say so.

  • @corithefrugalflower
    @corithefrugalflower ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You captured a picture of the dog smiling, that was awesome!! ❤️

  • @elizabethbryan3821
    @elizabethbryan3821 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow this is captivating to watch..stunning..such a different life..absolutely breathtaking..the love you show for your dogs tells me what beautiful people you are..thank you for sharing your joy😀

  • @pablodelsegundo9502
    @pablodelsegundo9502 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Grim looks positively enraptured out there! No doubt he has serious ancestral memories from places like that.

  • @jo-annefarber1221
    @jo-annefarber1221 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am amazed how well you fit in with the boys, have no problem with a 5.5 hours of rough terrain, and have no issue with the toilet situation. I want to be just like you😊 ❤❤❤

  • @jenmorricone4014
    @jenmorricone4014 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You have created such an amazing, unique life to live. I admire that so much. Your heart is full of adventure.

  • @lucysworld9798
    @lucysworld9798 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    At first I thought it was such a long and difficult journey to even reach the remote station. But then the glacier view was everything! Absolutely worth it!

  • @Acapulc941
    @Acapulc941 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thanks for sharing this remarkable life and scenery with us. Hugs to Grim, Fenris, Christopher and Einar. Leigh, Texas

  • @IrishCassidy
    @IrishCassidy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The reason Scandanavian people are so calm and chill is because their climate is so calm and chill..❤

  • @debbied3464
    @debbied3464 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    We recently had a polar bear attack here in Alaska that took the life of a young mom and her baby. So heartbreaking -- and unusual that the polar bear was not out on the ice hunting but rather in town. 💔

  • @jenniferd264
    @jenniferd264 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I thoroughly enjoyed this. ❤You are exactly where you are meant to be, with exactly who you are meant to be with and doing exactly what you were meant to be doing ❤
    Now that’s how you live life!

  • @toxic.forest
    @toxic.forest ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cecilia"What are they fishing for?"
    Einar: "Fish!"
    😂