Flying to the World's Northernmost Town (my most EXPENSIVE ticket ever!!) | SVALBARD

[@Zurielbc]

The amount of sincere love that Kristofer hugged you with when you got back. And the amount of love that Grim and you reconnected with on the terrace… All I hope to get for myself one day. You’re one fortunate girl Cecilia. I’m happy for you!

[@alanholck7995]

For him that was a big PDA (public display of affection).

[@wendi2819]

They are very sweet together! She's the driving force and he's the calm steadying strength. Perfect balance! Their December/holiday vlogs really shows how much they love and value each other!💗💗💗

[@belindahugheslifestyle]

SO much this!

[@celiajane4250]

LOVE the smile on Christoffer's face at the airport.

[@r.hill.2369]

I just can't get over how happy and satisfied a life Grim lives. His connection to you both adds a level of appeal for a lot of us I'm sure.

[@RichieRouge206]

While your parents home is utterly stunning and in a beautiful part of the world, there was something about going home to Svalbard which was really appealing. The special hugs from both Christoffer and Grim were just priceless - isn’t it amazing just how special little things like this are. What a lovely video Cecilia!

[@nkosinathingema4370]

I checked the ticket cost from South Africa to Svalbard, it's pretty expensive but worth it, it takes 2 stops to get there, but in future I'll definitely visit for polar day.

[@Stopit77]

Grim is the cutest ball of fluff 🧡

[@susannechakan4939]

Your parents house is spectacular! Thanks for taking us along to see what's involved to go in and out of Svalbard. I loved the Christoffer hug and Grim's excitement to see you. Not to mention how much he loved his gift and Christoffer loved his hat 💞

[@buffy32684]

I adore that he loves tractor supply hats. We go to the local TSC all the time

[@kimmberlie573]

Your parents house is spectacular! Thanks for taking us along to see what it’s like to go in and out of Svalbard. Such a beautiful place!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you so much!

[@TheEmpressgoth]

I hate plane transfers and delays but I know you were glad we you finally ❤ got home.

[@klaws2719]

That 5 seconds when you are on the deck loving on Grim and he hugs you with his head and neck and licks your head…. The rest is great too, but this speaks….. volumes. I actually love everyone’s excitement for your arrival home, Christopher better watch out…. We may just figure him out.

[@ytu77]

I felt that landing 😊😊😊🎉❤🎉I respect pilots so much at their work❤ Christopher's giggles at the end 😂🎉

[@greall]

The shots of Portugal reminded me of my home of Trinidad and Tobago in the Caribbean

[@TheReisetante]

For our 50 wedding anniversary we stayed in Tromsø end of 2019. Guess what happend, my husband took the wrong suitcase in Oslo when we had to change flight😱3 nights without proper cloth etc.😭We could collect our suitcase in Oslo on our flight home. There was also a poor passager who missed HIS case🤔

[@patrickkatie]

Your travel days...what a headache. I am amazed at how calm you are when you travel. I was laughing out loud with your hat gifts. Tractor Supply is right here where I live in Washington State... USA. I felt like your neighbor for a bit.

[@annaromanova2956]

I never buy a connection flights les then 1 h 30 m between them 👍 but preferably 3 h - works well

[@carlalouiseq]

I would never want to leave that holiday house in Portugal it looks gorgeous!

[@catchyname5403]

It’s her parents home 😍

[@rachelpeham3508]

I would never want to leave Ceci and Christoffer's home in Svalbard next to the ocean. That is magical to me.

[@MsLilacLover1]

@@rachelpeham3508 well her parents live on the Ocean, too :)

[@lilkirsche]

SAME! OMG what a house and location. 😍😍

[@wildlifewarrior2670]

@@MsLilacLover1 I'd rather live on svalbard

[@jesssmith6004]

i live in scotland and loving all your vids! i have a friend that lives in Tromsø x would love to visit norwar one day x

[@Nuuksgirl]

I love the affection that you and Kristofer have for each other, it was good to see you two hug!!

[@TheOtherSteel]

Big hugs and big scratches for the big fluffball, Grim.

[@charlenechua6073]

Love the caption of living

[@nayaswamilisa331]

I so love watching you and Grim. I have always related to my dogs exactly the same, but now I am dog-less, and will have to remain so. I'm amazed how Grim makes me smile and my heart opens as only one's relationship with their own dog, can.

[@almostthere3733]

Great to travel with you. It's soooo important to TRAVEL WITH THE RIGHT ATTITUDE. Your travel is part of the adventure. If you feel that it is a barrier to start/finish your adventure, you will always be frustrated, angry, etc. My last trip was a "milk-run", a 90 minute drive and 3 connecting flights in one day to get to my destination. With an 'adventurer' attitude, I was open to meeting so many great people along the way just in the airports and planes.

[@EJR928]

I just love the two of them… ♥️

[@irishdivajeffries6668]

I love, love, love, your nail color!

[@sasmeister6157]

I flew to Longyearbyen yesterday, and saw that you uploaded this video today. I almost thought we where on the same flight, however I think I would have recognized you. Love the nature here in Svalbard!

[@markuserikssen]

Wow, I didn't even know it was possible to take so many flights in 1 day. That's insane, haha! I would freak out, as delays are very common, which you've experienced yourself now. I've only had 1-transfer flights before. Stunning house in Portugal btw.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

hahah right!? I'm so used to it by now. Svalbard to Portugal is not an easy (or cheap) travel route! ;)

[@markuserikssen]

@@CeciliaBlomdahl Can imagine that! I hope you have a smooth trip next time!

[@runlife195]

❤❤❤❤❤ Christopher missed you

[@amandamiller7926]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE your beautiful village! I've ALWAYS wanted to visit an area like that, it's been on my bucket list but unfortunately I don't think I'm going to make it. I am terminally ill so when I watch your Channel, I definitely live vicariously through you and you are very much appreciated!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@harkingf]

Brilliant, Christopher what a laid back guy......chilling at a hectic airport!! A lot of people should take his example.

[@dannyone1565]

I love your videos. Thank you 🙏 happy new years 2025 🎉

[@mylittlesuperhero581]

Grims love on the patio melted my heart.

[@kristinwerner5519]

This was a fun (mis)adventure! Thanks for bringing us along. And who wouldn’t want to come home to Christoffer’s smile? Lucky you!

[@parkershot]

Longyearbyen has been on my bucket list since I started watching your videos a couple of years ago! I've looked at the cost of flights occasionally but my spouse and I didn't have passports, until now! This video prompted me to check the cost of a flight from Los Angeles to Longyearbyen with stops in Copenhagen and Oslo was $862. May have to seriously look into visiting in the next year! *that was for the middle of March BTW

[@wildlifewarrior2670]

Mine too

[@sara.3042]

You have such a wonderfully calm and relaxing voice. I not only love watching these videos, I love listening to them as well.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@stankythecat6735]

Your parents home is stunning

[@NovaDeb]

That's too bad that you had to travel 2 days instead of 1 day. However; this was a very interesting video. I enjoyed the part starting in Portugal and seeing your parents' home. It was interesting to follow you through all the airports and hotel room. Kris looked great in his new Tractor Supply hat. 😀 I would love to hear the story of how your sister ended up living in the USA.

[@wellslj]

Your parents house is amazing. I would have to think long & hard b4 going back to the freezing cold. But you girl are amazing!

[@ana2806]

honestly, svalbard seems utterly dreamy to me. small village, gorgeous views and just a magical life. it’s such a shame it’s so expensive to live and even just to GET there!! i hope one day i can be successful and even just visit :)

[@barbaralivorova4970]

Love your videos, you have “sold” a trip to Svalbard to me and my mom😇 We have waved on you and Grim from a car today, hope that we have not been super awkward😃

[@scottsaunders5087]

The hug when you got back ❤️

[@mayagame]

btw I just had a dream last night about polar bears.. lots of them, chasing people from wedding I was attending haha, thanks for influensing my dreams! it was scary as hell

[@mayagame]

So, someone liked my comment, I went to check notification and it reminded me of polar bears, got another nightmare last night about one trying to break into my house! Thank you! 🥹👀

[@enstanford]

I live in Switzerland and one of the most hectic travel experiences I’ve had was getting back home from a funeral in the States. Had to fly from Savannah to Atlanta, Atlanta to Paris, Paris to Zürich and then take a 3 hour train from Zürich to Geneva 😵‍💫

[@broncotia3125]

OMG!!!! I'm so sorry.... thats difficult on a already difficult trip!! 😧😓

[@mariennecrouse]

Oh hey. We live in Atlanta ;) and we have the biggest airport it’s insane ;)

[@jamiehoward3151]

I'm in Augusta, Ga 😊

[@wildlifewarrior2670]

And I thought changing flight from Arizona to Florida USA was hectic

[@debbiesmith9714]

Glad you are home safe! You are so calm even with all the delays. I think Grimm approves of his new baby. Sending best wishes to you from new Brunswick Canada.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you! 😍

[@catchyname5403]

My Fav part of this video was when you zoomed throughout the airport in Longyearbyen and stopped at Cristoffer’s beautiful smile. I smile so darn big 😁 Second was y’all’s embrace 🥰 Glad you’re home safe & sound **hugs** for Grimm

[@belindawalker3120]

You must have been so relieved to be back home again. Thanks for taking us along on your trip, Grim is as cute and adorable as ever!!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

🐕🥰🥰🥰

[@katiebr]

my family is Portuguese but we are brazilians, so interesting seeing that your parents live there! I am also american who lives in Calfifornia, youre making me like winter and now i want to visit Svalbard!

[@Recoveryinprogress12324]

I love how you just roll with things and not get super frustrated. I need to take notes.

[@irhonda31]

You must have been so tired, and so happy to see Christoffer and Grim!

[@jelizabethpetrie6656]

Seriously, your mom is an interior designer right? I work with designers. She has that eye for continuity, like a photographer.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

She is an artist (painter) and I agree, has such a good eye for design!!

[@11kathleenanne]

It’s so beautiful in Portugal! Thanks for sharing. Your videos are enjoyable and informative ❤️❤️❤️

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thanks so much! 😊🧡

[@Nico-zw9ud]

Even more beautiful at her house in Svalbard. That view is just insane

[@r.burnski7393]

Love a Grim reunion ❤ Grim and his toy are everything!! Also, so refreshing to watch travel videos again! You travel in style girl😎

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

🐕🧡🧡💙

[@jhollisphoto]

First off, I wanted to thank you for all of the information in your videos. Last week, my wife and I flew from NYC to LYR for a wonderful few days of exploration! So many great culinary experiences in Longyearbyen! Loved the polar summer. Fortunately, our flights all worked out, and we were able to get to LYR with only one stopover in OSLO. We hope to visit again soon! Thanks again!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Oh, happy to hear! 🙌💙

[@SixDasher]

Yeah, never plan flights so close to eahc other. I don't think I've ever flown and been on time, let alone 5-6 connecting flights :D

[@belindahugheslifestyle]

Hey Cecilia, Christoffer and Grim! Well done, explaining Svalbard travel details, ups and downs. Especially that hotel-airport proximity. Very nice! I haven't traveled by plane since this degree of technology became available, so I've bookmarked it for when I'm free to do my bucket list travel, which absolutely includes Svalbard. Thank you, NordVPN, for consistently sponsoring this channel. Blessed be.

[@Becca_H85]

Your parents home is so beautiful and cozy😍 Your way home was quite an adventure, right? Thank you for taking us along.😊 I laughed to hard, when you presented Christofer his new keyring and he shook your hand. He is such a cool dude.🤭 And Grim was so happy to see you again. 😍 My hubby and I are going to the UK next month. Thanks you Brexit it is like traveling to the moon or something like that.🤦‍♀️ We decided to drive with our car and planned overnight stops inbetween to prevent stress.😅 Flying there right now must be madness (and rental cars are way to expensive right now)😅

[@SBNunez]

Hooray! I am not 30 seconds in but had to express how happy I am that there’s a video for us today!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

YAAY! Thank you for watching!

[@leandrarohner4494]

I just started working for an airline (Edelweiss) as a flightattendant. About 5 times a year we actually have direct flights from Zurich to Longyearben. This year I missed it but next year I will definitely try to wish myself these flights🙈

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Ohhh interesting! I know that there are some other flights each year but mostly in the summer I think? 🤩

[@leandrarohner4494]

@@CeciliaBlomdahl yes only in the summer unfortunately. Same goes for our flights to Tromsø. I would love to see the polar lights some day

[@theseeker403]

Grimm is such a happy, happy boy!!! ❤

[@hsoderberg6505]

I often shop at Tractor Supply, how funny to see that the hats are a favorite! I was just going to comment that I miss the vlogs you would do about your life vs the more general ones, but it looks like those are on subscription.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

We looove Tractor Supply! :) I absolutely have more regular vlogs coming up as well, it has just been nice doing some more topic based videos for a change! :) The videos on patreon are very uncut, not much b-roll or fancy edits and different from my regular vlogs, and therefore don't make it to youtube.

[@amoswaranch1102]

I remember all the comments on your portugal video asking for a travel vlog. Thank you!!! great video love your channel C

[@thefoodtaster3537]

Christopher looks happy today. Thats awesome Cecilia and your holiday home is also awesome!

[@Decadent36]

You have such a great sense of humor and humbleness. I am glad things finally worked out for you. I know I would be in the minority of your viewers but Portugal is way more the dream spot for me! I need greenery. :) Still, I enjoy your content and I think your editing skills are quite good.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🧡

[@ginay4878]

I loved this! I too travel w a very small roller bag and a small bag. I appreciate all the travel info to Svalbard too. Glad you’re back safely with your boys!✈️

[@karaDee2363]

Welcome back Cecilia! 💖 I've said it before but I'll say it again, I just love your parents house, such a beautiful view, along with the pool and the landscaping, plus the lights at night.. I think that mix up on the time zone has to do with having brain fog from covid... Everyone I know that has had covid has brain fog now..lol And so good to see Grimm again ❤️

[@TheFiscallySound]

Watching this I am grateful that I no longer need to travel. I hated travel then and probably would not survive today. BTW .. There's a Tractor Supply Store 5 miles from where I live. ... 😀

[@SewTexas]

I love your Grimm! My little guy is "Fred", just turned one year old, a 5 pound Maltese and so sweet. What a love holiday iin Portugal, your parents home is so lovely. I am a beach person but my body does so much better in cold weather. l live in California, my sister have a beautiful home in Alicante and I am anxious to go there soon. Grimm and Christopher were so happy to see youo. Another nice update.

[@SecretExplorer13]

Grims wagging tail is just everything ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

🐕🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@gabriellagirardi4741]

Wonderful and relaxing video Portugal is an amazing country. Thank you for sharing.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Glad you enjoyed it 😍

[@Deadwrongallalong]

Your parents’ house in Portugal is heaven on earth 😍 so beautiful

[@amstergal]

Connecting flights are always stressful, I can't imagine that many in one day! (or attempting ) You kept your cool and that's awesome. Your parents home is tranquil and lovely and how wonderful to see your Sister and your nephew! Time flies, doesn't it!

[@LourdesGonzalez-gs8jj]

Wow! You had an amazing itinerary but still took all of it in a positive way and finally made it home to Christopher and Grim. 🙏🙏💕💕👍👍😊😊I love parents house in Portugal. ❤️

[@Biedron74]

You reminded me my trip to Longyearbyen with my son a year ago. The same hotel in Oslo, change in Trømso and our surprise that we have to get off the plane 🤣. No drinks served due to covid etc but when I first saw Longyearbyen from airplane window, I felt like at home. Miss Svalbard so much. My son also.

[@sillyshaysilly712]

I found this channel randomly, and I love it I can't stop watching your videos.

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

🙌🙌🙌💙

[@88ashjen]

Awesome video!!! I also loved seeing Christopher’s face when he saw you!

[@VirtuallyJessie]

I love that you guys love tractor supply,it’s honestly my favorite store to just walk around and browse,there’s also a store similar called Atwood’s it’s like tractor supply but 3x larger

[@nilofarbawa2377]

Flying to Longyearbyen mid July, my second visit to Svalbard. Looking forward to it.

[@aquajuwel7098]

I love the airport in Oslo, Gardermoen. Was there a couple of months ago and it was honestly one of the nicest airport ever. In America the airport security is not always the nicest, but in Norway i felt so welcome. Thanks for the video, great info:-)

[@clm2025-wtf]

Awww...I loved that welcome home hug! 🥰 I think your boys missed you!! And they loved their gifts. 💙😍

[@kathymccall9087]

That is hilarious about the Tractor Supply hats! We live in the states and it's our most frequented store. My husband will laugh when I show him the video 😀

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Hahha we looove tractor supply!

[@lauralee9041]

you handled that stress so well, I hope I can go to Svalbard one day!

[@nadinekore6308]

I love it! Hopefully we can travel there this year when my father is visiting from Africa!

[@erinmorahn]

"...but I will be sweating, because that's just who I am as a person." I feel this in my soul. We are the same person, haha!

[@TheKlh54]

Beautiful video! I love your parents home and their view❤ You’re such a trooper, Cecilia,for all the delays! But isn’t it nice to be home?!

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

Love to be back home! 🧡🧡

[@SILVIATHEGIRLS]

Wow ! What a journey 😃but so lovely 💕to see Grim very happy to have you back home ! Thanks for making this informative video, it is always interesting to know. Love from us : Silvia & the girls 🐼🐻x

[@luckyphil45]

Those Canary Island date palms at your parents house are incredible! I see quite a lot growing here (South West England) but rarely are they as good as those!

[@orclovesprince]

Hi Cecilia! Glad to see you had a lovely time in Portugal. Sending kisses to Grim and Fenris. 💕

[@ivana547]

I just saw this episode and we got caught in the SAS pilots strike of 2022. That was horrible trying to rearrange our flights back from Croatia to NY. Also, Tractor Supply is one my favorite places to buy clothes 😃 Thank you for sharing your stories!

[@sgmartin3008]

Cecilia et al, Anytime you arrive home, in one piece and not bleeding should be counted as a win! Getting there with your belongings and without delays or cancellations is just a bonus.. I bet Grim was happy to see you, now his wait staff is back to full strength! Glad your home safe, be well and stay happy. SG

[@zaram131]

Grim ❤️❤️ Loves the turtle. Glad you made it home. I’m terrified to fly. It’s pure torture anxiety and panic for me. Portugal is stunning. Wish I could visit both places.

[@naomimitchell3967]

I visited Oslo a few weeks ago on a cruise and as we got closer I was taken aback how beautiful the coast line is

[@BLACK66FOX]

Hello from North Portugal I hope you enjoy be here. You are always welcome to back. I'm scare with the prices to fly. It's really expensive 😱 Come back always you want. 😘😘😘😘😘

[@smiley9872]

I just love your personality! You remind of a Swedish girl I met in Ireland a few years ago, she was a blast too!

[@judiamel]

Love the views of the ground/cities from the plane💕

[@greekchickie]

Even though I followed your journey on IG, I found myself being nervous for you watching this video! :) Glad you made it home! My most favorite part was seeing Christoffer's & Grim's smiles! :) Marianna

[@brennanL6520]

I laughed out loud when you gave him the tractor supply hats 😂😂 living in Texas we have plenty more of those hats 🤪

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

hahah and for us they feel exotic haha!

[@brennanL6520]

@@CeciliaBlomdahl now y’all need to look up Buccee’s and you’ll be OBSESSED! Truly the best thing texas has created 😎

[@jenanalleman6285]

I'm in Oklahoma and same 😄

[@hayhay92ful]

@@jenanalleman6285 Had a good laugh here in Kentucky as well. 😂

[@sharonstranzl3733]

I think I would stay in Portugal, so beautiful, warm and sunny!

[@DavidIrthum]

Wow, that was an amazing experience and I am sure you family was happy to have yo back safely.

[@mariacarrasco6394]

That was an amazing and exhausting experience but arriving in safe to Svaldvard was the BEST. I LOVE Christofer 's smile and Grim so Happy when you landed !! Your parent's home IS like a dream.I Hope you enjoyed the place many times. Portugal IS a beautiful country , near my local town. I 'm travelling there in a few Days, in fact. Hugs from Salamanca, Spain

[@CeciliaBlomdahl]

🧡🧡😍

[@lainemelton3492]

I’ve been binge watching your videos. I was watching the live Christmas Eve video and it made me realize that watching you is helping me understand my middle daughter better. I also have 3 girls and my middle daughter is so much like you. A gamer, NOT a morning person, LOVES animals, a little bit of a loner. Hearing you speak about who you are as an adult has helped me see her in a way that she’s not quite able to articulate. Thank you.

[@bonilsson3161]

Maybe it help you to understand yourself better too.