cozy days in edinburgh 🧸 traveling alone, anxiety, exploring the city, good eats

hi guys how have you all been?? i hope you guys enjoyed this week's vlog! honestly at the beginning, the rainy weather really made me anxious. i felt like everything was going wrong. but the universe really answered my prayers by giving me some good sunny days :)
also do not walk in the rain and wind (unless you really need too). coz as you can tell, catching a cold is no fun. i havent caught a cold in so long too lmao so this is kinda crazy. im feeling a lot better now so do not worryyyyy!
also this entire vlog was shot with the canon powerShot v10! lmk what you guys think of the quality.
anyways i will see you all very very soon! bye bye
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[@Lays4Dayz]

watching this while writing a love letter thats never going to be sent is weirdly healing

[@via.ilyouu]

stop that’s so cute???

[@Lays4Dayz]

@@via.ilyouuyou’re cuter! i’m tempted to send it but i don’t think i can convey my emotions well enough through it

[@XALEDUCKYY]

@@Lays4Dayz take a week and think on it :)

[@radiredwolfgirl]

@@Lays4Dayz I once wrote a love letter to my situationship after I realised I had feelings for him. Then a couple of days later of him completely ignoring me I confronted him and he said he didn't like me anymore. So basically he stopped having feelings for me when I started liking him... HOWEVER I still ended up giving him my cringy love note because I felt like he needed to know how I felt and I did not want to regret not giving him it, you know? It was one of these "for the plot and memories" moments, because you only live once. You never know what will happen. Even if your feelings are not reciprocated, it's alright. Whatever you decide to do with YOUR love letter, I just hope you are happy and wish you the best.

[@fairyfarms]

lara jean energy??

[@chuuya_can_fix_it]

via healing the pain that she never caused I LOVE HERRRR she is like the big sister I never had !!

[@nathalie3601]

watching this as an edinburgh resident feels insane

[@Roblox-zq1yg]

omg real

[@TheSpiderInUrWalls]

The fact that I’ve been to so many of these places…

[@Roblox-zq1yg]

@@TheSpiderInUrWalls help real

[@tarapatil908]

same lmao

[@alia-qn9tw]

She is a definition of " Scared? Then do it SCARED... just DO IT"

[@shesangelic]

as someone who lives in Edinburgh, one thing you should definitely do is go to the national museum, its so pretty inside, with lots of different things to see, i always go there with my bf every once in a while, there's also a cafe inside the museum so its pretty cool! im so happy i get to see more people come to Edinburgh! it really blow your mind away, especially during the winter festival :3

[@adiLaaA2]

does anyone else absolutely love how when Via is doing anything she uses 'we' 'us' our' it really feels like im there with her heheh i love it

[@niki_jungkook7]

shes literally like a therapist to me and one of my comfort ytubers🤍🥹

[@cancelledmoomin]

watching this as someone from the uk feels like an out of body experience

[@t6hrus]

omg right!!

[@0101starz]

as someone who has family in scotland and visits a lot over holidays, people always ask me why it’s so important to me but they don’t see the beauty of scotland. its so much different to england and its so much more comforting. i’m more of a city girl who loves being alone but when im in scotland, its completely different, i love being around my family and my friends ♡ i miss it, i want to return soon. also as someone who struggles significantly with their mental health, whenever i visit, i’m so much happier when i’m there, its like i completely switch. this vlog is so important to me, firstly because you portray scotland beautifully but also because you aren’t afraid to say whether you’re feeling anxious or when you want to stay in, and that is so moving to me; you make me feel so heard. thank you ♡

[@therosecolored]

watching your vlogs is like seeing a long distance friend which smiles when sees you. thank you!

[@ciarah__5880]

the best advice i’ve ever heard is “do it scared” and you genuinely inspire me to do that ❤❤❤

[@samarthsingh8741]

i feel seen when i see you being scared to go outside and just leave your room in general. theres just so much comfort in your own room and the thought of leaving it and going out, being perceived is just so uncomfortable. but you do it anyways and some days it works out and some days it doesn't, but you do it and i feel so proud of u everytime :D

[@luv431]

everytime i watch a via vlog, i think to myself maybe im the only person who thinks rainy days > sunny days sunny days just make me feel extra angry i can't even open my eyes outside

[@Ray-ho2ws]

ye crazy your the only one girl😭

[@luv431]

i probably just have eyes problem😭😭

[@via.ilyouu]

i like rainy days except when i’m traveling 😭😭

[@witchella]

I love rainy days as well!!

[@ayumiliyon749]

Rainy days all the way.

[@adrianapacitti1089]

Hi, I’m from Edinburgh. If only you had gone to the botanical gardens in Glasgow. A 5 minute walk to the subway, to the west end and you’re there. It’s unreal. so beautiful. Please visit again!❤

[@LindaThao]

Via! Definitely need this type of energy to fight off the Sunday scaries 💖😭🫶🏼

[@anaverse0_0]

Via's posting timing is so good I was just gonna put on a face mask and wanted to find a cozy video. Perfect!

[@aliceville7326]

Hey ! I know it very important to be able to realize alone how worth as human beings we are (and that it do not depend on what others are saying) but i think it still feels nice when people acknowledge how hard we're trying so : we see how you're fighting to be well and do things you like, and we're so proud of you (also this message feels way more complicated than what i intended to say lmao)

[@winterrcherryy]

I'm not sure if u read comments this late after uploading 😆. But this vlog was so special to me. When u pick up ur camera in public to film life's precious moments and talk about ur anxiety it makes me feel less alone in the ups and downs. The people in my life don't rlly enjoy or have time for traveling, so I end up staying home because I'm too scared to even go pick up food alone 😣 I also hope you know ur not alone, and that ur vlogs genuinely help me want to get out of my comfort zone. 💕 I am studying abroad in Europe this August so I will be traveling solo for the first time. Everyone says "NEVER stay in!! ur wasting ur time!! get out everyday and socialize!!" . However, since I often get horrible bouts of anxiety and depression I know that's not realistic for me. Watching your vlogs, it's nice to know u can have a fun time and also take mental breaks without feeling like ur missing out. I hope I can keep this mentality when I'm traveling alone as well as throughout my life in general. 😊 You seem like such a genuine person, and that comes off across the screen ❤ Thank you Via, and I hope u feel better from ur cold now! 🤧💖🫶

[@Luvvfeh]

Watching this knowing I have to travel alone to a big city soon makes me feel a lot better and it’s really comforting🤍

[@vampycatt]

i can’t explain it but watching you is always refreshing, my problems just go away seeing your videos

[@evew2371]

as a scottish person i’m so glad you had a nice time, if you ever come back you should go up north to the high lands or places like loch lommond lots of hills and scenery and cafes :)

[@duckiemomo7511]

Ur vlogs are so comforting. I know it’s probably hard to look back on,but those raw moments are so relatable to see. I struggle with anxiety and depersonalization a lot and it stops me from going places. I’m in college now but my dream is to travel and i worry I’ll just stay inside or not be able to enjoy it. So it causes me to over think and over plan like if I don’t have an exact plan for everything it worries me. Seeing u have a good time and actually have fun while traveling solo gives me hope ❤️❤️

[@katielewis4576]

I’m so glad I watched this. I’m a total introvert with overwhelming anxiety 24/7, however, somehow I also solo travel. I always felt bad for those days where I would stay in during my vacations because of how social intense every moment feels despite it not having to be. literally this is like watching myself travel and it’s comforting to know that I’m not the only one. like you’re incredibly scared, however, you’re in a place you want to be and overall grateful. it’s always such a weird feeling.

[@-Sooyasoo-]

You're seriously the big sis I've never had to protect me. You make me feel home, Via... Thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤ Btw, dont be scared! Go out and do the things u like. No ones gonna say anything honey❤

[@muulifani1]

I love these traveling alone videos! You sharing your anxiety and showing how it affects you while traveling is so relatable and makes me feel less alone and more normal😭 thank you!❤

[@user3-tw8hm]

VIA!! R u proud of me? i finally won against my fear of being judged for doing stuff alone and went out (eating doritos while walking around?) alone :D

[@Hana-xg8gj]

I am not via but I am really proud of you!

[@user3-tw8hm]

@@Hana-xg8gj Awwwwweee! Thankss so much ^^ Still means alot even if youre not viaa 🩷

[@anaghaheheh]

OMG AHHH VIA'S DOSE OF HEALING

[@JayneKite]

I love you via, you helped me overcome rejection and handle losing friends as I am getting older in my 20's. ❤

[@winita611]

Honestly, I really enjoyed this vlog and showing us how being on vacation sometimes that things don't go as planned which is pretty realistic thing in life. The vibe and aesthetic of Edinburgh look really lovely! Hope you get well soon, Via!

[@jennibennie]

always love your vlogs via

[@Amira_em]

i love your videos so much. you just boosted me to go travel by myself like i always wanted to. you’re so inspiring, thank you for being there 💗💗

[@laria2335]

Via li videos=therapy

[@ilya._wei]

Via you are so therapeutic i think that’s the right word. Whenever you post you make my day

[@lupobianco12798]

i loooved this vlog !! i love vlogs in general but yours really get to make me feel as if we're alone together, if it makes sense, and it was all really mundane and quiet and even your more vulnerable moments managed to make me feel "comforted", like, often we tend to show only the best parts of a trip/of our lives, so it was comforting seeing a human being... being a human. this also healed some part of me that is currently feeling a bit lost and it made me want to start solo travelling, so i hope i can do it as soon as i can! it was a really lovely trip and edinburgh is one of my dream vacations, so i hope i can go there one day, thank you for sharing this

[@santusbantus84]

Hi via your my biggest inspiration because you actually teached me that it is ok to step out of your comfort zone and enjoy your life than worrying .... form a anxious girl to another

[@piperburns6804]

watching via's travel vlogs does something to me 💕

[@yiviol]

i love your vlogs 😭😭 you inspire me so much

[@fatimjaloh8194]

via has to be the sweetest and cutest vlogger, The way you think is just so relatable to me, I always struggle to go out alone and get frustrated easily. like i litteraly have to plan everything i say before going to a cashier and thats only if theirs no self checkout.

[@camiilacs]

i love your vlogs sm i don't know how to explain it but they make me feel safe, i love you via !!!

[@nadhirah-wb5kp]

i love your vlogs, i love the way you talk and handle everything. i love how you show that not everything is perfect. i love you so much via :((

[@xxxxxx-vd6yf]

Ily Via, so happy you get to travel a lot! 😊❤ I also love these vlogs so much

[@riva5050]

ur vlogs are so comforting u make them look like a movie. i love them sm

[@crepeify]

Your videos are always so comforting to watch and you give me so much inspiration to also go out there and get out of my comfort zone and enjoy my life. Love you via

[@youtubediarieswsam]

I love your videos so much. I swear you are living my dream life and you're such an inspiration for me honestly. Ilysm!!

[@febriantirahmaliaaldi1208]

I genuinely enjoy this vlog so muchh ❤️ thank you for filming this. My fav person is visiting my dream place ! (And I'm watching this before head to work lol, this would definitely made my day)

[@tanishanayak4888]

heyy!! I have been following you for quite sometime and I find you so relatable and feel so connected to you as a person that I see myself in you. I don't have a lot of friends and prefer to stay indoors and study but your videos give me the courage to step out and also made me realise that I don't really need anyone to travel and enjoy my life with . I am capable myself. Anyways Love you sm !!🤍

[@antheamanuel6571]

the timing of this video was incredible. i've been thinking about taking a solo trip to edinburgh soon but i've been super anxious because i've never done a solo trip before and i have social anxiety so i'm not great at going to places and doing activities and being perceived by other people while doing things. but seeing Via do everything despite her anxiety gives me so much hope, so thank you so much for making this kind of content Via

[@MissBerlinerin]

lovely vlog ♥Love the honesty with all the ups and downs of travelling

[@izabellacruzx]

i feel so comfortable and valid watching your videos. thank you for doing this

[@thalylyly7453]

Your videos are so cozy, feel like you're a older sister to me in some way❤❤ love you always Via!!

[@Miss.Sonore]

this was sooooo sooo amazing. I LIKE THE WAY YOU EDITING YOUR VIDEOS, AND I WISH I COULD TRAVEL AS U DID (or just being with u such a support for ur anxiety) You're a strong woman

[@nuhadshafi5593]

im so proud of youuu, youve come so far ! i hope i get to do that one dayyy alsoo this was literally the best solo trip vlog ive ever seen like i totally get you when you said that you like to not plan your trips, i dont like traveling and then doing like evey touristy thing, this is so my type of trip ! and this trip was so healing to watch ! love you have a good dayy

[@princesswaspp]

this vlog is so calming, the anxiety when being in public is very relatable and i felt very comforted watching this. i hope you feel better❤️‍🩹

[@honeymoonavenue97]

Omg omg I’m so happy for you. I remember when you used to make TikTok’s saying u were very lonely and feeling touch depraved or depressed and now I see you travelling and being yourself it’s so inspiring for me.

[@Miley2311]

I love you Via, You are the best and always make me feel happy.

[@tanishkacreates]

I swear I love Via so much she brings me so much comfort

[@shivani6281]

aaaa im so happy every time you post, thanks sm via !! you’re my comfort youtuber ♡

[@komal_2u606]

You always radiates positive energy😭😭❤

[@yaa.todoro]

i geniunely love the ending it makes me so nostalgic of an after traveling

[@John_Krone]

Ahh, my Edinburgh... always raining, but I miss it. Solo traveling is great. Solo traveling to Iceland is also highly recommended and its safe. Just don't go during winter because you won't like the cold wind. Love the VLOG 💯

[@__aicha]

there is literally nothing that makes me happier than these vlogs!!!

[@nuxyoo]

What a healing vlog Via. You don’t need to go all out for a video, don’t worry we adore you and your vlogs. ♥️💌♥️

[@taso9604]

Your videos comfort me so much 🤍!

[@Wercia_gra_.x]

You are my comfort youtuber . Whenever I feel down I watch your videos and I actually feel my heart healing

[@cocotanaka]

Love u via ❤ u help me overcome my anxiety and boost my confidence...pls keep posting ❤

[@pamouche]

your vlog soothes me sm🥺

[@haoyishappenings]

crazy how I study in Stirling, and just seeing how you filmed it, made me see it through another lens... Thank you via!

[@sashameysner5615]

Watching via's vlogs while eating breakfast>>> Like both Edinburgh and her are so gorgeous omggg

[@anaistshiunza3486]

I just realized that I picked up journaling because of you, Via. Tbh, I love it and I enjoy writing my thoughts on it like I never thought that I would love it so much But this vlog feels so refreshing and cosy makes me want to travel

[@ChloE-vq2vg]

So glad, you're enjoying life and trying new things! Btw, your videos are so aesthetic

[@marth5326]

i solo-travelled for the first time this year as a little 18 y/o and was so anxious the whole time and felt like crying TT, thank you for showing the ups and downs. i am honestly so glad i did it and this video made me realise i would actually love to do it again, bc even though it can be hard you grow so much. (oh and edinburgh has been on my list for sooo long, you're actually tempting me) ty for this video ilysm 💕

[@user-dw5wy2zf9m]

omg your video helped me with anxiety so much! feel so calm n relaxed now ! THAAANK YOUU

[@haru3807]

it gave me such a great feeling and omg it was so cinematic you filmed it so beautifully thanks for sharing such a pretty thing with us! love you and peace.

[@AR-oc2cl]

I love watching you do scary things despite the anxiety! I'm always rooting for you

[@NastilinaAn]

i so like via’s videos, i found videos on english which i can understand bcs english isn’t my native language, soooo it’s really helpful for me that via put subtitles in her videos moreover it’s cozy, positive and it get me feel that i am not alone (or not only me alone idk what’s this feeling, but it’s amazing)

[@periii888]

i love you via li you motivate me so much

[@busixx3]

ahh i just love watching you literally living ur life like go girl live ur life to the fullest🥹❤️‍🩹 also so so proud of you

[@user-maryyyyyylan]

Love your videos❤ So true to life and genuine!

[@gelzamannn]

I was waiting this vlog oh my god🎉. I love you so much Via you and your vlogs are my therapy❤❤❤.

[@liabrooks3931]

I loved this video it was so calming and aesthetic! Also your skin is flawlessss ❤

[@lunar_t]

sundays arent complete without a via upload 💗

[@jojoramentzoki2779]

This vlog was so calming, really made me feel comfy

[@chupachups3393]

this vlog made me feel so so so happy and calm

[@Alyxssi]

I LOVE YOU AND THIS SO MUCH? Your videos are so comforting i don't know. I'm an older sister so i don't know what it's like to have one but you definitely feel like one😭. And i was thinking we NEED a video about your clothes and accessories or something cause I'm OBSESSED with your style!!

[@chichi766]

Im always looking forward to her vidoes. It always calms me down.

[@Liv10499]

I live in Edinburgh and love the city so much but seeing it through your lens felt like such a breather. I loved your perspective and you really managed to capture the beauty of it despite the different weather. This is the first video of yours I've seen but I'm definitely subscribing after this

[@blue_2326]

I love your travelling vlogs!! ❤❤

[@jayonai]

i feel so comfy watching your videos you're so idk warm

[@rey_svt]

Been waiting for this one!!!

[@ruchi7970]

The way I literally JUST booked a trip to Edinburgh and Via released this is a sign from the universe, I’m telling ya

[@Reem.20830]

i love this girl alot !! 🫶🏻🫶🏻🎀🌷

[@user-eq4oe7rw2p]

Bbg the amount of energy that u have in every single video is hilarious I could never😭😭🫶🏻🫶🏻

[@dorehoba9674]

so healing 💗

[@AranyakSen-rf8ln]

LOVE YOU VIA to the moon and the saturn💓, you've healed me so much!!! By the way,I love all your background musics..Manhattanhenge is still my favourite🤍

[@sadie_dalts]

I love these travel vlogs so much 😭 I’d love to do solo travel when I’m older but fear I’ll be too scared. You inspire me to remember to just try things even if it seems terrifying. And I swear all the food looks so good in your vids, instantly makes me hungry 😭🤍🤤

[@eviehepburn]

i'm currently on a long week depressive episode and your videos and vlogs really slow down my anxiety and my thoughts thank you for this

[@Theyhatemaddy]

Via legit helps me so much 😭😭

[@dollymeep9045]

omg via you looked so ethereal and just so gorgeous at the cafe you went to for lunch after visiting the bookstore while pouring the water 😍💅🩷

[@MathaniMathanialmusharaf]

When I watching your videos you always motivated me to see the world and not give up ❤❤❤❤❤

[@amlet_ainuita7472]

I love you Via thank you for another video once moreee💖💖💖