A day as a tourist in the World's Northernmost Town | $$$ + Local tips | Svalbard Travel Guide

[@hliwanag785]

Maybe in the future episodes you can feature short interviews of locals about their unique stories on how they ended up moving to Svalbard.

[@raynerroni2016]

Agreed

[@moiraatkinson]

Well …. they speak Norwegian so I probably wouldn’t understand a word of it! Although I must admit the people I spoke to there - particularly one lovely guy at the airport - did speak excellent English.

[@JuiceMyRandomness]

That would be so cool!

[@zuzannawisniewska4464]

That would be intersting...

[@juliam2222]

As a librarian I would love a tour of the Longyearbyen library! From what I have seen online it is great! And/or the museums you have there! 🤗

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Ohh yeah our library is great! I'll show it in an upcoming video 😃

[@juliam2222]

@@CeciliaBlomdahl Thank you so much! 😊

[@becallen9711]

Agreed, I would also like to see this aswell.

[@EmpressoftheLibrary]

Same here! I had been hoping to take a cruise to Iceland/Greenland this year, but then I saw that Norwegian Cruise Line is adding an itinerary for 2023 that includes Svalbard. We are saving our money now.

[@sharmashari]

This is perfect! My husband has been wanting to be there for “the first sunset of the year” and I am planing that for 2023!

[@pennantification]

Every time you release a new video, I watch it while on my lunch break at work. It always makes my day. It’s amazing how you’re bringing your dream of a life to people at all corners of the globe. Please don’t ever stop publishing your content. That 2 weeks of absence had a lot of us quite worried. We are so glad to hear that you’re recovering from COVID, though. Can’t wait for the next video!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

aww thank you so much for this lovely comment! 💙 I am happy to be back to posting like normal as well, I have so much to show you guys! Thank you for watching and for the support! 😊

[@zaram131]

Yes I’ll admit I was worried as well. I was imagining something bad had happened to Grim or you. 🥺

[@angelabarabas7917]

We missed u. U r better than a Netflix series

[@linnienorth]

It's amazing being able to see how people live even in the northernmost town in the world. Svalbard seems like an incredibly beauitful place to live. I'm glad that I found your channel

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you for being here! :)

[@nizarahamed6788]

@@CeciliaBlomdahl mam any job vacancy having a mam pls upload videos of job vacancy pls

[@breakingewes1316]

@@nizarahamed6788 lol just Google it?!

[@nizarahamed6788]

@@breakingewes1316 I search it lot but no got so only ask help

[@GioReyes]

Snowmobiling in Longyearbyen is like a dream, I'm pretty sure many people feel the same! ❤🇳🇴

[@randomlyamazing58]

Your editing is fantastic. The music and the way your voice overs blend into the videos just makes so much sense. It's so easy and relaxing and inspiring to watch your videos. Thank you for the video.

[@ottelisezipporah-isadora8070]

I have been binge watching your videos. I feel so warm and cozy when I watch them and I always feel like drinking a cup of coffee. These videos encourage me to be the best that I can be and they allow me to live in hope, for all of my dreams. I live in the Caribbean but I would love to visit Svalbard. All because of you. Your positivity is very uplifting. Thanks for sharing your lovely life.

[@jinglejacs]

Thank you for the memories, I mentioned here once that my husband and I won a trip to Svalbard through his company during a charity dinner event. It was absolutely magical, we stayed in Base Camp and had excursions by snowmobile to the northern most 'post office' on a small ship frozen in to the ice and a dog sled adventure too. I've walked along that high street and walked to the northern most church. We were in awe of the landscape around us. I've never forgotten landing around midnight and walking out to daylight! We certainly won't forget our trip and I love seeing it through your eyes.

[@kotkurt9082]

11:00 feeling the vibe - Kristoffer is my spirit animal

[@amyk3020]

Love your coverage and it looks beautiful. Thank you for sharing your home with all of us. Amazing that you matched your nails and hat! A fashionista also, you have to be the one woman that ABSOLUTELY loves the cold....not sure I could do it! However, I do want to come and experience the darkness

[@debbyhoffman273]

Cecelia could I suggest that when you show the cost of items in Svalbard that you let them remain a bit longer on the screen since you show 3 different currencies. By the time I find $, the prices have disappeared. I love all your videos!

[@liounknown]

I went to Svalbard last month and really had the best time of my life with all the excursions I've made, especially in snowmobile. And the landscape with the snow? Wow, beautiful! The only regret I have is that I wasn't able to see any northern lights because it was so cloudy and snowing at night. But still I had a blast!

[@ambercarson277]

I would love a video on what to pack and wear during the different seasons!

[@pamcomer5728]

Love the crunch of the snow as you and Grim step out of the cabin 🧡 Longyearbyen is so beautiful, i really enjoyed being a virtual tourist with you, Chris and Grim, love that colour on your nails! I would love to visit an ice cave, so many great tips, thank you xxx

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

😍 I'm so glad you enjoyed it! 🥰

[@loripalmus1977]

Can't wait for the tour. Even though a year late. Love when you share your cups of coffee!

[@headshotproductions4052]

Watching your videos just takes me to heaven in earth!

[@HannahBMann]

This was one of the best integrated ads I've seen, Cecilia. And thank you for showing us around--so fun!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video! 😍

[@DixieJensenBrown]

Canadians love coffee to start our day...so cool to see all your favourite places 🙂 🙂

[@staceypennington919]

Longyearbyen is so beautiful at night

[@sophielarard1912]

Thank you so much for your videos! Me and my boyfriend will be coming to Svalbard Apr/May 2023, it was his 30th birthday gift that kept getting pushed back but now we have finally booked it! Really appreciate your recommendations! Can't wait to see this beautiful place! The sense of adventure in the cold we both have after meeting in Northern Scotland, a French and English couple, who then lived long distance between Canada and Sweden! We finally live together in France but miss the cold adventures, looking forward to cold dips if you have any recommendations of where it is safe to do this as we will be staying in Longyearbyen and travelling out with guides only! Thanks again, love your content!

[@carlroland3947]

you might be my number 1 channel now, its extra special because ive been there

[@itsharrietbrookes]

I would be really interested to hear you talk about sustainability on Svalbard. You obviously have to use a lot of energy to heat your home and on shipping from the mainland. How do you feel about your energy consumption and how easy is it to live sustainably on Svalbard (eg shopping second hand, recycling, renewable energy etc)? Glad to have your videos back and hope you're recovered from covid now 💜

[@vs10g09]

Such a good idea! I admit I haven't checked past videos, but really interested in hearing about recycling, waste disposal etc etc

[@SoliRhymesWithJulie]

I would also love to see a video about this.

[@Tigzy3]

My god

[@pootangy5097]

Surely it is impossible to live sustainably here. Nothing grows here plus endless burning of imported wood 24/7 even in summer

[@clammerify]

@@pootangy5097 yup exactly, it's incredible unsustainable and unrealistic. And isn't funny how there are only about 20 houses on the island? Rich mommy and daddy.

[@keremer7267]

I've been waiting for this video, Thank you!

[@trustno154]

I love your channel it’s so informative and I love your dog you’ve helped me a lot during my recovery from Covid and I appreciate you Cecilia

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you for the kind words, hope you are feeling better! 🧡🧡

[@ALMAPAGAN]

I would be interested in a Svalbard winter wear fashion show. It amazes me every time I see you in a different color coat.

[@krishnakumar-vu2gl]

Hi, after watching all your videos, today I am in Svalbard. Thanks for the motivation and appreciate your efforts.

[@LadyLakeMusic]

I love watching your videos at night ~ great way to unwind after the day!! 👱‍♀️🌈🦋

[@ritaribot8065]

Love Longyearbyen Thanks to you’ve ilia. I heard about it before but never knew what it looked like. It’s beautiful

[@Cowboysfan40]

I just love the video! So cool to see what your village is like. It is so beautiful!

[@Wanderlust.428]

Thanks for sharing your life with all of us! look forward to your videos. Longyearbyen is definitely on my bucket list. Very informative video. You are the best Cecilia, Chris and Grimm too! 💕

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you so much! 💙

[@tenzingbhutia180]

Watching your videos always makes my day. Have been following you since when you only had around 5k followers and still in love with all of your videos. Thank you so much Cecelia for your amazing videos 😊👍🏻

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you so much for sticking around! 🤩🤩

[@pamlovell9125]

Wow!! There's way more restaurants and hotels there than I realized!! Plus all the activities and trips!! So beautiful!

[@louisrodriques9323]

Love your videos. My wife and I are visiting Svalbard in June and staying at Funken, so it was fun to see you spend time there. 😊

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Yaaay! You'll love it 🤩

[@sharonsheard3699]

Hello from Florida, USA!! The drone footage is so beautiful.

[@andrewpike1993]

Would love to see a video on the world’s most northerly brewery! 🍺 Also, as others have said, interviews with locals about how they came to be in Svalbard would be really interesting, especially from a variety of countries 👍

[@8675309td]

YES! please!!

[@rhonies9229]

Beautiful day. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home. -15 is to cold for me but I can travel through your videos.

[@stuartrogers621]

We love your vlogs Cecelia and Christopher, thank you so much for taking us on the tour of your town! The food looks to die for! Your vids are so homely you just make everyone feel great with your content! And Grim? He is just the icing on the cake. Xx

[@hodesto]

Another outstanding and informative video. Lots of useful information for people looking to visit. The only thing I would add, most excursions are booked months in advance. My wife and I visited in 2019 and booked an east cost snow mobile trip well in advance of our trip. So the morning of the trip the tour operator said yesterday they went to the east coast and the ice conditions were not good. He recommended going to a glacier instead. In short the excursion you book might not be the one you take. Obviously the current weather conditions will be the deciding factor. My trip was not refundable which I totally understand. We still had a great trip and even saw a lone Polar Bear on the ice.

[@lockedin60]

I pray you have good luck with your MSI computer. My first laptop that I bought in 2009 was MSI computer. I had to rebuild the windows 7 hard drive 3 times in 2 years and the hard drive finally kicked the bucket in 2.5 years. I then bought a HP and it lasted almost 10 years.

[@lawrenceneuenii3564]

I love the videos of Svalbard you show!!! This is the only way my wife and i will be able to see Svalbard. Couldn't ever be able to afford to visit.

[@WitchHelga71]

I love Kristoffer’s sweater 🐻 🐾

[@patriciahenderson4480]

We can't wait soon soon we will be there ❤.Thanks.

[@lindsaypinter1310]

This is one of my favourite channels! Thank you for sharing your beautiful village with us, and for all your positivity! 😊

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you so much 🤩💙

[@aksharderi]

The place is so beautiful and relaxing. I have got addicted to watching your video. I have started watching your videos since last week and I have been watching at least one or two videos a day.

[@boyzis]

Hi! Latvian here - been living last 20 years in Ireland. Just found your channel and have been binge watching - its very good! Super calm vibes and just interesting content. Love your dogs and your house and the whole northern other-worldly wibe. Also Christopher seems like a warm blanket of a man :D

[@angelalongland5727]

Hi Cecilia!! My name is Angela...I LOVE watching you, Christopher and sweet Grim..Amazing to see life in a place like Svalbard!! Your cabin is gorgeous..I love your style! Xo

[@eltonsalvador7620]

Svalbard is definetly on my list of countries to visit especially is the far north, thank you for the footages I always enjoy them and it puts me at ease

[@Kdrive23]

Hi Cecilia! Would you ever consider taking one or two of the tourist tours to give your viewers an idea of what to expect? I know they're expensive, but would love to see one from you! (I'm sure there are a bunch already on KZbin, but I really love your content & style)

[@yuliyagitelman506]

I’m in love with the food you’ve show in this video, and the views of Svalbard too 😁 My god, raw beauty of ice and snow.

[@DCL26]

Thank you, Cecilia and Christopher, and Grim. The scenery there is so beautiful - really other wordly and beyond words. Thanks for showing the food, hotels and price ranges. I am wondering about the age ranges of the population in Svalbard. It seems most people tend to be young.

[@sudiptaroy5063]

A big thank you dear Cecilia for covering all the hotels, sightseeing and tourist attractions of longyearben .it is indeed great to watch your video s

[@dianalewis8548]

Loved the tour. Fun hanging out with you two. Lovely hotels and restaurants. A bit pricey but tourists don't care. Just miss seeing Grim. Stay safe. 😘

[@marivimarivi6466]

Thank you Cecilia, nice to hear and know...best wishes to you both

[@jhollisphoto]

My wife and I just booked a trip in mid-June and we are extremely excited. Thank you for all of the informational videos!

[@natyreadsbooks2484]

I love when Christopher talks lol

[@RCFlyBy911]

Only a few towns or villages have the feel ,, you know 😉 the warm cozy feeling vibe. I feel at peace watching your videos of where life happens ! Such a beautiful winter wonderland and I’d love this village to call home.

[@jeffharper6259]

Thank you so much for making this video Cecilia, I hope you and Kristoffer are staying safe and can make many, many more videos!

[@donnakotoff9949]

This is so much fun! Everything you video is wonderful to watch and join you on any excursion! Thanks!

[@susannechakan4939]

I'd have to stay at the first one 🤩 I am so happy I found your channel. I must watch a Cecilia video before I sleep NITE💖

[@nixmor5333]

Loved the premise of this video. Makes me want to visit Svalbard and even allowed me to see the financial possibility. Glad you're feeling better Cecelia. Great vlog as always.

[@gloriaoe4400]

Just discovered your channel. This is more like "discovery channel" for me I defiantly would visit.

[@marystratton9769]

On a gray, rainy, slushy day here in Minnesota your video definitely brightens my day! Thank you for all of your hard work -- bringing the joys of Longyearbyen/Svalbard to our front doors! Priceless!!!

[@michelec4042]

I would love to see a cabin trip from beginning to end, e.g. how you get a cabin (you mentioned a lottery?), how far in advance do you book, how do you know which route to take on your snowmobile, how do you know what to pack (e.g. I saw you light a gas stove with a match, how do you know you need matches?), what do you need to bring to a cabin that you wouldn't normally bring for travel (bedding, firewood, extra lights, etc.), what do you do to close the cabin (clean, lock, take your food and bathroom waste, etc), how are cabins locked (do you get a key before you leave?), are all the cabins pretty much the same, who manages the cabins? Loved today's video, and would love to see a walking tour of the village with a map or even a driving tour with a map. TY!

[@ItsyourgirlRoswell]

I want to visit so badly. It's a feeling I get inside... Like I was meant for that life 🥰

[@cindywest7261]

i would love to see Christoffer cook again, maybe some traditional dishes?...Look out Food Network!! Here comes the Artic Chef!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

More to come! 😍

[@lauralynnmonroe]

Great idea! Would love to see traditional recipes with a local chef

[@carolfugaban2071]

I just LOVE your JOURNEY and adventures LOVE FROM MICHIGAN 👨‍🍳🐕

[@SILSAIZable]

Congratulations for your incredible laptop!! And, of course, for the wonderful place you live in ! Thank you so much for sharing 😘

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you so much for watching! 💙

[@paulcasey5204]

Just discovered your videos (having just booked a trip there). Amazing place.

[@kellylw395]

Myself and my 4 year old daughter love watching your videos from the north east of Scotland before bed we love seeing the scenery, we never got much snow this year! We did see a bit of the northern lights a couple months ago which was magical! X

[@naren2k6]

I will be coming to Svalbard, Splitsbladen in July for a cruise on Qurak Expedition, its an easy way to see Polar Bears and Wildlife, I hope I have enough time to visit this amazing town first, great video.

[@mmkp6704]

We’ve been watching this channel for a long time and can’t wait to see all of the wonder! I want to see pink skies, blue hues, and auroras! When is it best to visit??

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

It sounds like February could be a good month for you! Tons of amazing blue and pink light and good chance for aurora 😊

[@firetrain01]

Wow this video was so calming to watch. Thanks for the tour around today!

[@marelievanrensburg9065]

I have been following you for a year now. Just love your footage. I work in the museum industry. Maybe a tour of those in Svalbard? 🇿🇦 Hi from South Africa

[@johanna7254]

This town is DEFINITELY on my bucket list, thanks to you and your videos, Cecilia! :)

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Yaaay! 😍

[@denisescull4227]

I loved the ideas you gave us and the beautiful footage. Cecilia, you have a good eye for the camera and your work really touches me, it's clear that you love where you live and that makes such a difference. You're so excited to show us the things you think are beautiful and that makes them even more beautiful to me. I'm physically disabled, so probably never will be able to do the things you take us along to do. Thank you so much for sharing your part of the world. Lots of love from Dallas Texas (where almost everything is handicapped accessible) - Hey, that gave me an idea... How accessible is Svalbard?

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you so much for that lovely comment! Svalbard isn't super accessible at all to be honest, in my opinion. I hope this improves in the future!

[@heathermunoz6282]

I'm so impressed by the food in Longyearben. 4 star menu pretty much everywhere. No Jack In the Box here folks😉

[@Ironfist_007]

I'm so grateful that i came across your channel and I'm obsessed with Svalbard now. It looks so beautiful and out of the world. Hope to visit this place sometime and thank you for making these videos.

[@DougieMcGibbon]

This is what I've been waiting for, when to go, when to book, things to do. I've been watching your videos through isolation down here in New Zealand and Svalbard is now definitely on the list when we head back up that way when the craziness ends. The "year in advance" is a big one so really good to know about that. My partner is adventurous but partially disabled and very noise sensitive, the snowmobile trip looks great but I think the noise of the engines would get to her. Do you have any information/tips about the dog sled trips? We're not adverse to "rural" accommodation despite other weaknesses. Awesome photography as usual :-)

[@joanfrances8570]

So happy to see you, your special reports are an ESSENTIAL experience for ALL lovers of the north and your creative lives!! So much love to all of you, and special Hi to sweet Grim!!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

You're the best! 😍

[@elle4702]

Me : sees the video only fans loveme.uno/AGNEZ " Alright I think that's enough for today " My mom: makes soup Me : OK IM DONE Ello everyone if you are bored comment in my comment cause I'm also bored. :).

[@lorijones564]

Your channel is the best! Christoffer reminds me so much of my beloved Norwegian grandpa. He, too, was a man of few words. 😂(More cooking videos, please) Together with Grim, you make such a nice family. Tusen takk from Seattle! 🇺🇸

[@JustJesus4Me]

Would absolutely love to visit beautiful Svalbard one day. I think I could just sit and look at that scenery all day. ❤️

[@peace75785]

Hope you are feeling well Cecilia! Canot wait for the print shop !!

[@Juandator]

Cecilia! Thank you much! I am coming to Svalbard all the way from Colombia mid-April and this was just the video I needed!

[@ddq57sm64]

You, Christoffer and Grim are my favorite vlog, hands down!

[@lizmiller9813]

Just love the videos in which you show us the village life. I feel as if I have been there shopping and enjoyed a beautiful lunch. Christopher's culinary talent is amazing! Would love to purchase a cookbook of his recipes and your photography married into the pages. Love your channel ❤

[@wuruby5045]

I have added Svalbard to my bucket list, i will definitely go visit this charming town.⭐ Thanks for your guidance and the breathing-taking scenes sharing.😍😍😍

[@nataliecoltman2119]

This was an absolutely amazing video, i can tell all the hard work you put into it and all the careful considerations you made with budgets, tips, what to do. I adored this video and when I have enough money and vacation time cannot wait to travel here :)

[@mariannegrochol8384]

Thank you for the tour and congratulations on your sponsorship! I am past my long-haul traveling days but I at least get to experience Svalbard through your videos. 😀.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank youuu! 🤩

[@megangambill2018]

So beautiful. I love seeing how other people live in the world. I would love to visit there one day. Hello from Maryland! (USA)

[@victoriamendes5022]

I love this type of video and also day in the life ones, so nice! I can feel as if I was there also. Amazing place, incredibly beautiful and I wish to visit it one day!!

[@gabbypravdova309]

yesterday I had no idea Svalbard existed. Today after having binged your videos it is on top of my travel list !!! Thank you Cecilia :)

[@davidgilderman9215]

Once again, thanks for the video and your unique perspective on your community. I would particularly enjoy it if you did a longer segment on the ice caves.

[@dianabarrick4663]

Cecilla , I so enjoy your vlog and live vicariously through you!!

[@jagbudhai3210]

Hi Cecilia, so i stumle onto your videos this weekend and I think I have watched about 15! just in one weekend. i absolutely love your Vlogs, very informative, calm and relaxing to watch. So I live in Guyana, South America, Sunshine 24/7 no snow period! but the quality of your videos makes me want to visit Svalbard asap! lol apart from the hotels are there Bed & Breakfast at cabins like where you live? i love the view you have! If so, maybe that's something you can do an episode on?......New Fan of the Channel from South America!

[@dianebondhus9355]

Thank you both for the lovely tour! I so look forward to seeing your beautiful videos. ❤

[@lynetteray2146]

I love Chirstopher. He is perfect for you! Such a 'cool' guy ready for whatever!

[@janisaschim2429]

Thank-you for sharing such beautiful scenery!! I’m compiling my list of places, to visit, in Norway and Sweden and your videos help with my list. Thanks.

[@davidsweeney2116]

Definitely agree on Funken Lodge as a hotel option. The restaurant and bar - as you mentioned - are very good. I had Xmas dinner there. It was excellent! I also liked the Radisson Blu - probably a slight step down from Funken, but still very good. I know you mentioned several cafes and restaurants in the village/town ... another very good, treat, option is Huset Restaurant - a short walk outside - the food is amazing!!! Ice cave trek absolutely worth it ... walking on the glacier in -25C and then climb down into the ice cave -5C. Snowmobile to Northern Lights and also dogsled are definitely "must-do". The supermarket in town is excellent. I would definitely go back to Longyearbyen. I was there in December (2021) while there were more Covid restrictions, but I didn't find them overly intrusive. Best advice is to dress warmly and properly - do not underestimate being outside in very cold weather for any length of time: wear layers and make sure you have a very good coat/jacket and gloves.

[@carolinalarsson7867]

Vilken bra vlogg! Svalbard är definitivt på våran lista på platser att besöka. :)

[@jacquie5730]

You are the perfect tour guide , thank for a day out in Longyearbyen !!!!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank youuu!