Camping on the worlds newest landmass - Hunga Tonga Volcano (Story 4)

[@ropate70]

Unbelievable to think that everything you filmed has been obliterated. Also incredible that we heard the sonic booms of its destruction 700km away here in Fiji. Nature is so beautiful and terrifying.

[@emilysnow1452]

Praying for your beautiful island and your home. I hope everyone and the animals are ok ❤

[@trenthills5362]

Super cool to see this volcano before the most recent eruption. You have wonderful content. Thanks!

[@diorsheen]

Thank you very much! Glad to hear you enjoyed it :)

[@polepole9066]

Amazing. These must be the best images of the volcanic island before the eruption. So weird to hear Dad say it was super hot below the sand, and you saying « she’s gonna blow! ». Stay safe. Hope all turns out ok at your island 🏝

[@dustman96]

"She's gonna blow". You weren't kidding.

[@StephenStHill-si7en]

Dear Dior and family, I love the quality of the documentaries. I expect to see this on TV soon. Little chook was so cute. What a fun adventure. One of the things good documentaries do is save memories. With the recent eruption, this presentation is now world wide gold. On a personal note, the place you have known as home for all your living memory has in a sense also been saved. Your home was also a growing work of art. With a clean slate, experience and new ideas, artists will always want to improve on their previous creations. Take heart and strike out on the new opportunities when you are ready. This clip may propel you sooner than expected. My heart goes out to your neighbours too. Let us not forget the generosity and kindness of the Tongans in their time of need.

[@carynday7253]

Thinking of you and your friends as they deal with recent events. Videos like yours and the Wynns brings awareness to places all over the world. Be sure to let the world know how we can help Tonga.

[@philhogan5623]

Such a peaceful place. Nothing bad could ever happen here.

[@CeeceeSimpleCookEats]

I’m glad you filmed Hunga ,Tonga Island before it disappeared. Thank you.🙏😍

[@dewdrop8252]

Little did you know she was actually “gonna blow!”🌋😬What a beautiful place tho! Awesome that you got to stay there before it was gone..Best wishes for everyone affected!💜Wham makes my heart melt too btw!🥰

[@meleanemaka543]

Soo fun 😍 I'm Tongan & often visit Tonga now & then but after watching your amazing video, I feel like I have not yet experienced all of Tonga - the outdoor camping, catching dinner, no electricity/power, (real island life) - is just everything! You're extremely lucky you got a taste of her before she erupted.. Praying your families/friends back home are okay & recovering well ❤🇹🇴

[@dewdrop8252]

I don’t know how I didn’t come across your page sooner! I’m OBSESSED!!😍❤️👌

[@PedroAlves0]

And ... it's gone! "She's gonna blow!" Yup, she did. Thanks for doing this. Please go back again some time to see the new looks. :)

[@jameskelly5506]

OMG This is wonderful footage of the volcano before the eruption. I'm sure Volcanoligist would love to add this video to their comparison of how it is now. Glad you're all safe. Saw you on the Wynns a few months back. Will add your site to watch to see how you recover.

[@Taisen_Des]

"... She's gonna to blow!" (18:16) 😬 (Prophetic words) Nice adventure to tell the grandchildren about. We're glad Mr. Chicken 🐤 didn't stay on the island. Good luck and health to your family and to the people of the islands. 😘 👋

[@Firemedic181]

Came back to watch this again, now that it's no longer there. Shocking and heartbreaking...

[@malmotumotu5218]

Thank you for this memory of what was left of Hunga before it’s full destruction.This is a golden memory to compare to after 2022

[@andrewhorwood1058]

Crazy to think you camped there, on an island that doesn't exist anymore. Lucky not to be there when it exploded. Beautiful video. Really captured the nature. Sadly all gone now.

[@sashcraft51]

So fun to see the world through your eyes. The cooking and camping! Boating. Climbing, views. Collecting. Great vlog.

[@izzad777]

As someone who just entered my 30s and stuck with low end job in the middle of a pandemic, I would take her life in a heartbeat. I haven't had a vacation in years. It would be so nice to see less people and more nature.

[@keithallison3756]

So insane to see your families adventure months before the island came back to life. The fact your Dad could feel the heat inches below his feet is a testament to the island being unstable. Glad you all made it there and back with no issues. My heart and prayers go to all the Tongan people and your friends and Ohana!!

[@calcanecorso]

Love, love, love!!!! The audio alone, OMG! Fire, waves, birds! Really great job

[@diorsheen]

Thank you! I had a lot of work to do when it came to editing the audio so I'm very happy to hear positive feedback on that! :)

[@dharwood2727]

It is so bizarre to think that the places you visited that day no longer exist; they're just gone. I am so sorry for the loss of your home. I was able to see it through both your videos, and Jason and Nikki Wynn's, and was amazed at all that you had accomplished. It was truly a special place. I pray you guys find the means to rebuild!

[@morgancalvi6675]

7:44...and now that land mass is gone. Thank you for recording this though. Thank goodness you weren't there in 2021/2022.

[@DaveCollierCamping]

Awesome video- scenery- your a natural with the camera

[@stonew1927]

Amazing to see the bird life and vegetation colonizing the island so quickly. So many marine birds! Also, disturbing to see that even on this tiny parcel of the newest land on Earth that there would already be man's marine debris contaminating this otherwise pristine place. I live on a rather old (in comparison) volcanic island myself, the Big Island in Hawaii. Glad you folks got to experience this place. No doubt you are one of the very few to have ever set foot on it. Now it is all gone, as is your beautiful homestead. Nature gives, and She takes away. Curious what your family's plans are now, if you will rebuild in Nomuka. Best of luck to you all . . .

[@eugeniusro]

This volcano has erupted right now, it was a good choice for you to go to New Zealand, I hope your home and your friends in Nomuka are safe

[@diorsheen]

Us too! Waiting and hoping to hear from them soon

[@esce69]

You are a breath of fresh air, your vibe is soul-soothing. Thanks.

[@phiiz3r]

Wow amazing footage, to have prior to the recent eruption. Keeping fingers crossed everyone on the vicinity is going to be okay!!!

[@mrtobyisking1]

Vibrant cinematography and refreshing narration. Loved the music and stark location, all that volcanic mass in just 6 years is amazing! Nice to see Wam, out and about discovering the rich pickings :)

[@diorsheen]

Thank You! Well the two islands at each end were already existing, its only the landmass in between the two that is new, but still amazing!

[@mrtobyisking1]

Sorry for the confusion 🤪 I was referring to the new volcanic mass (last 6 years) between the previously existing islands of Hunga Tonga and Hunga Ha’apai😅

[@richardhamilton7496]

Pointed here by the Wynns and remember their visit to you. What a great video and amazing drone shots, very prophetic words at the end. Thinking of all in the area at this time. You have a new subscriber!

[@diorsheen]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you :)

[@nancygoebel5062]

It is amazing to me how life can start in the middle of the ocean! The island already had vegetation and birds. Very beautiful video. I cringe to think that you all were standing right there about 7 months before this island had a catastrophic eruption, mercy! Thank you for sharing your adventure, love seeing your lifestyle. I am very sorry about your island home on Nomuka being destroyed by the tsunami, how tragic. I am so sad for you all.

[@jameshenderson9265]

Amazing! I'm sat here at my desk in rainy England, living vicariously through you! keep these vids coming :)

[@paulc2689]

..... yep, sitting at home in Wlitshire doing the exact same thing ! She's great, the lifestyle is great and the scenery .... well it's just paradise eh ?

[@kimblemooney2757]

Unreal look at something that has now disappeared - epic and great music thx

[@montyscooter1965]

So sad if this beautiful place has harmed your lovely animals. I'm hoping everyone is safe and things back to normal soon. Love your videos.

[@billwalbek1911]

What an awesome video of what was once a beautiful brand new island. It’s almost like you foretold it’s demise. 😮😮

[@christydavis3316]

I can't stop watching this video! Love it! I think this is my fourth or fifth time...great music too! I'm sorry such a beautiful place has since delivered so much pain a d sorrow. 💔

[@leoniewellesley6684]

Glad the only volcanic action was the hot sand! Another great adventure! 🧡

[@jpesicka]

Something so peaceful, can get so violent. Everywhere you guys camped was gone 2 months later. Crazy.

[@christydavis3316]

Unreal! All I can say is WOW!

[@kingchua09]

Glad to see the beauty of Tonga.

[@Anm8or]

What an incredible video! I found your channel because of the volcano eruption. Tonga is a place in my heart and when I had heard the news I was quite saddened. I cannot imagine how you and your family are feeling. I can tell you this and several other of your videos have helped lift my spirits, even as the terrible loss is so recent. Seeing the volcano before the eruption is very cool! Thank you for your stories. As a professional editor, I can tell you have quite a gift! Keep them coming!

[@bipinshahi9830]

And it's growing...😱 The love.

[@texanoutdoors6409]

I found your channel through the Wynns. I to am from Texas and I love watching how you live. Keep your uploads coming, I love them.

[@HeyMichaelLeo]

What a delightful human family.

[@sorta111]

Awesome video, Dior! Very well done and so fun to watch! Looking forward to seeing more of your work soon! 😍

[@AdventuresofanoldSeadog]

I sailed there a couple of years ago. I had no info so decided not to land, wish I had. Im now in NZ. Loved your video, keep up the good work.

[@JD-gj2rj]

Aloha from Waikiki! So sorry to hear about your losses there. Just have to say what a beautiful video this was and how crazy that it is gone Now! The fact that your feet got hot by your paddle board trip is wild to think what was under your feet!! Be safe 🙏❤God bless 🙌

[@UrbanBounty]

So great! I spent my life in an uncontrollable and seemingly inescapable factory income existence and I enjoy watching someone living the dream..

[@spacewalker4087]

That's fantastic! Just think, you could be the last humans to be on that island before it exploded. And you've got some excellent video of your visit. Hope your little island Nomuka is safe and there were no one hurt.

[@florencechin6509]

Now we know why the sand was so hot when Dad's foot sank in!!! What an amazing Blessing - the decision to leave the island, when you did, for NZ!!!🕊🕊 .........New subscriber and I'm totally fascinated with everything about your Vlog❗️❤️

[@psipsinathephilosopherssto3319]

Pretty amazing Miss Dior! You and your family were probably the last people to be on that island before it blew! Again many prayers and thoughts for you and your family and all of those that are affected by the volcano and tsunami in Tonga! Stay safe love

[@jkyu99]

You have certainly have had the adventures of a lifetime and some incredible luck in your timing to check out New Zealand. So sorry to hear about your home with the tsunami (and the lives lost on your island). Also pleased to hear how your animals have done up to this point.

[@luisaaleamotua1815]

What a great way to live. The locals should watch this. Gives them ideas.

[@bao-sonhopkinson9659]

Very cool. You’ve definitely got a knack doing these videos.

[@aliwins]

Thank you for sharing your life, Dior. Found you when The Wynns visited your island and I am still watching. I like to think we are kindred spirits. If I grew up near water I think I’d be a fish like you. I don’t have as much opportunity to swim since I’m far from water but its one of the activities that calls me daily. Hope to see more content soon. ❤️

[@diorsheen]

Awesome! Thank you :)

[@StreetTruckinTitan]

I still cant get over the fact you brought a baby chicken along to visit a sleeping active volcano! 🤣Im hoping your home which is only 30 miles away was spared by its eruption? 🙏

[@morgancalvi6675]

It's going to be epic alright...stay safe.

[@stephen6279]

Wow. It is amazing that you got to be on this volcano, and before it erupted. I love that you brought a chicken 🐣

[@jamier7073]

You are a livewire and sparky, Love watching this video and looking forward to many more

[@handanarts]

This is my favorite video of yours and I love your taste in music

[@diorsheen]

Thank you so much! :)

[@paulc2689]

Dior is just adorable, ........ so natural and fun loving. I absolutely loved this . A really well made and interesting look at a part of your life, letting us experience such wonders both big and small through your eyes. Fantastic. GO The Sheens ! ! x

[@mrtobyisking1]

Is this the Island mass that's just blown again!! Hope Nomuka Island and everyone are OK!

[@jpesicka]

It is.

[@adriennefloreen]

That was an amazing video of the island. I love how you showed the entire island, and then caught a fish to cook too. You did a great job documenting an island that is now no longer there, for the most part. I'm sorry about your house, I watched your other video where you said it was destroyed in the tsunami.

[@patriciareay5908]

Great timing for exploring since it gone now

[@jasperdiscovers]

I don't know where you learned this, but please never stop making movies. You're AWESOME XXL.

[@diorsheen]

Haha thank you! :)

[@studentsmusic]

Super video. Having been on ha‘ apai, uoleva and up to vava’u this footage really moves me. My thoughts are with the tongans and hope you will recover soon.

[@eeteetravelfreely0001]

Your parents bring u up well..n with mother nature that's abundance.. what else can u ask for.... thanks for sharing.🙏💗🇲🇾🇹🇭

[@diorsheen]

Yes, thank you, I am lucky to have my parents :)

[@matthewbooth9265]

wow this was a random link someone threw up on geologyhubs latest video and I am glad I clicked on it. I'm so envious of the experiences you have. I hope your life is truly as fantastic as this video you made, makes it seem. Bet it feels weird looking back on your time on the island given how it turned into the largest volcanic explosion for a long time....one not really well explained by calling it Vei 5 or whatever. Unique explosive erution, amazing. Good to see you taking the litter away as well! Take care out there!

[@joannacotler624]

Your videos are wonderful. Thank you for sharing you life.

[@DaviesDiaries]

Great Video. Would love to see that place now , must be totally different!

[@sosaiatoli2551]

Miss my home family and friends my mom passed a week before the tsunami 😢 and now covid is getting bad there 😢 hope everyone is safe and stay blessed and by the way love the videos

[@opexo]

Dior, do you have more footage of the volcano which you can release?

[@gaflaview6476]

Thanks for sharing. You have very good video skills.

[@theinterstellarfeller]

Hello from NYC! Thanks for sharing this beautiful island with us. Keep up the great video work!

[@cliffp.8396]

Exciting to realize that volcano is still active. Also I'm wondering if it's customary among the Tongan's to gather any useful thing found while on an adventure. I assume this practice is seen as gathering a resource.

[@nietzchepreacher9477]

Yeah, "interesting" huh?

[@StephenStHill-si7en]

Please refer to Gilligan's Island.

[@abdistarmohamed]

One love ❤ from Nairobi 🇰🇪 ❤ 💕 💖 💓 💗 🇰🇪

[@SwajitG]

Great... lovely Vlog

[@TheIslandLifeofUs]

Woahhhh what an incredible experience to have especially considering the recent change to this piece of land. We just discovered your channel from your recent video about Tonga’s eruption and so so sorry to hear your home is no more. Will keep watching your videos… for now it seems we might have found a family not unlike our own 😋

[@innovita7502]

I am so happy for you to have such a family and life. All the best 🙏 😊

[@pavichapin]

Nice video. Best watched twice.

[@JUICED408]

Great job! Thanks for the 1080p!!!

[@yarnbala]

Wish I could've come! Looks super unreal. Gotta say... it has to be the first time I have ever seen your Dad wear shoes! I like your style of editing.

[@paparlapipas]

Awesome editing! Thank you for the adventure, can't wait for more!!

[@Silvina46]

Love your video 👏👏👏 Greetings from Spain 🇪🇸

[@CeeceeSimpleCookEats]

Wow amazing adventure. New subscriber here. Thank you for sharing your amazing adventure. I’m hooked on your videos. Stay blessed. 🙏😍

[@royalproductionssg2096]

Great work team. Well done

[@nilsleroy7031]

Great videos :) Do really miss this part of the world. Hope to visit soon again.

[@Neilhuny]

I heard on the BBC News that the new land between the two little islands had disappeared below the waves again after the massive eruption of 15/1/22. I'm v pleased to know you guys weren't too close to it when it went kaboom!

[@DouwedeJong]

bbc news is not a source.

[@Neilhuny]

@@DouwedeJong Don't be silly

[@pavichapin]

@@DouwedeJong Are they calling it a hoax on Newsmax?

[@hu_b]

@@pavichapin the volcano is part of the plot to show up trump by being a bigger blowhard than him.

[@collinhowell2064]

Great story telling and the videography is especially good at 1080p :) Well done!

[@hoptimistvibes]

Great video. I hope you make this continue. Either way thanks for sharing and best of luck with doing what you love. Hope you can visit that little tree for many years to come and see if it does a better job of shading you.

[@ssfsteve]

Amazing Dior, you and your fam, especially after today, 1/15/2022!

[@3lliegenschaftsservice]

go! on!

[@saintsaens21]

So real. Great drone shots, & the fire scenes were dope.

[@haffih6241]

Thank you 🙏

[@jai4096]

Drone shot of Dolphin's were amazing....

[@anthonykoehler4396]

It's awesome that the baby chicken eats dinner with you guys.

[@diorsheen]

That chicken will eat your entire dinner given the chance, steal it right from your plate :)

[@anthonykoehler4396]

@@diorsheen that's funny lol

[@alwaysaiming8888]

Thank you for sharing this 👍

[@jasonvila8537]

Beautiful

[@justsomeguy6474]

18:19 Prophetic!!

[@evelynbadell4656]

Love you and your family, keep posting please

[@Ameng3471]

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