How People Live Near the Arctic Circle (-52°C / -62°F)

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[@evazubeck]

Watch my NatGeo episode here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJbIlXWwa9-AeNU ❤

[@thazsar]

That is so awesome!!! Happy for you and excited to see it

[@ErinGeyer]

Congrats! What an epic accomplishment in your career :D

[@danielrose933]

Congrats... I'm sure your part will be awesome.

[@whiteknightcat]

Regarding driving on ice roads, check out the North American television reality series Ice Road Truckers. Odyssey is nothing compared to the huge loads transported on ice.

[@mletouutube]

Talent is rewarded ;)

[@itscarolinemary]

I absolutely love when you feature locals, their lifestyle and their unique experiences when you visit certain places ❤

[@evazubeck]

Thank you! I love it too. It’s not always possible for every episode but I do it whenever I can :)

[@junechacon9602]

The best ❤

[@Nate1975]

Yes, the best part when people come into vlogs

[@patobreuer]

totally agree!! pls do more of this!

[@tonyg1958]

Congrats on being asked to host a NatGeo episode! It's nice to have the professional quality of your work recognized in this way.

[@Dyan_Eckert]

What a beautiful place! Pia and Henry look like wonderful people and that dinner looks amazing!

[@evazubeck]

They’re the best ❤

[@rahulramaiya5634]

WHAT LOOKS TO US AS BEAUTIFUL IS EQUALLY CHALLENGING AND THERE IS NO ROOM FOR COMPLACENCY SINCE THE WORLD' THEY LIVE IS HARSH, HOSTILE & EVERDEMANDING.

[@spiercephotography]

A lovely mix of nature, winter, wildlife, a cozy cabin, wonderful family/people and serenity! What a nice few days for you- sounds like you're getting the hang of the snow/winter! Thank you to Pia and Henry as well for their hospitality on letting us coming along, and explaining things

[@evazubeck]

They’re just wonderful! Happy I got to film with them 🙏

[@spiercephotography]

Those scattered special experiences really add something special to the trips! @@evazubeck Also I did forget to say, congrats on the natgeo video too!

[@easygii]

this was such a wholesome episode and really good insight into Sámi culture. Also i really appreciated Eva not eating the raindeer. great episode, thanks for this real-time adventure, and congrats on all the success with Nat Geo.

[@NormanF62]

Vilk was well behaved except when he made fun of you delaying your hike on that ice road island! You could get it across by canoe in the warmer months of the year. 😊

[@agnesskibicka]

​@@spiercephotographyagreed 💯. Hello from Poland 🇵🇱 and my channel 😊

[@standdown4929]

I find your channel so interesting. You remind me of my daughter, she is a triathlete and has traveled the world for the last 20 years. She is in Switzerland right now snowboarding with her dog, she sends me pictures of all of her adventures. You both amaze me.

[@CristinaCubas-n4k]

Oh no! I wanted this video to last forever! What a great beautiful family, so wholesome! And their cabin in candlelight just makes it like a painting….Please please, Eva dear, more of these wonderful people…..could you tell them that I have fallen in love with them? And by the way…..congrats on the Nat Geo participation…..there you go sweet adorable Eva👏👏👏👏march 14, I will be watching….❤️

[@evazubeck]

Aw thanks! More people stories to come in a couple of weeks 🙂

[@annaviola3392]

It’s not a surprise national geo knocked on your door. You’re intrepid but gracious out there and your story telling is exceptional. This is no vlog, it’s a film. Thank you

[@Blackholeguy-c2b]

Yep it's definitely a real marvelous film

[@OsmoticRelease]

I am your age I appreciate these videos, living vicariously through you. You're a good spirit

[@JustTravelJT]

I'm a 34 year old male and soon to be 35. I'm encouraged by her. ❤

[@JustTravelJT]

@@agnesskibicka I just Subscribed 🔔 to your Channel ❤️

[@ba-gg6jo]

In my 8th decade, so travelling is far behind me, but Eva's videos trigger some wonderful memories and crazy times. Makes up for being disabled in a small flat. Take care everyone.

[@JustTravelJT]

@@ba-gg6jo God Bless You 🍀 Take Care 💜

[@OsmoticRelease]

@@ba-gg6jo love older people, so much wisdom. Always had more in common with the older crowds than people my own age. Have a wonderful summer

[@dblomqu1]

I grew up in the Upper Penninsula of Michigan. Many Swedish and Finnish people settled here and we also continue that Suana experience. It is amazing. I loved running out and jumping int the snow to cool off only to need to run back in to warm up.

[@jamtlandhomesteaders2710]

My Wife and I live in Northern Sverige, and we are absolutely loving this series Eva*, Well Done!

[@moongold9025]

Thank you for sharing this video with us. What a lovely family, and so nice of them to invite you to their home. Safe travels to you and Vilk!

[@Rackelhane]

This is a wonderful..wonderful video. I almost teard up. As a flyfisherman i'v spent much time in The very north of Sweden hunting trout.. grayling ..and arctic char. I love the country up there and it's people. Thank you for letting us follow your Journey. ❤

[@evazubeck]

That must have been a beautiful experience for you, to be out here 🙏

[@gwenifyer]

That sounds very interesting! I love to read the amazing storys from people all over the world in evas comments 😊

[@agnesskibicka]

​@@gwenifyerhello from Poland 🇵🇱 my channel 😊 and countryside 🏡🐕!

[@christip20]

What a Cool family & their tradition’s and way of life that they’re still true to! It’s a wonderful, happy, full life they seem to be living.

[@scottkempton6085]

Your hosts really rolled out the red carpet for you! It all looked like a truly wonderful experience. Having lived in Texas and California for much of my life, all I could think of when you were eating the flat bread with an assortment of ingredients was "Tacos!" - Swedish style.

[@kristofferhellstrom]

Ha! As a Swede my self I haven't thought about that but you're right :) But we also have Swedish tacos which is tex mex. But the first one was the original one :)

[@mike-w3e2c]

Awesome episode. The visit with The Huuva family was amazing. Beautiful family all around. Love this HUGE

[@daveenyart]

Being a lifelong Minnesotan, their 8 seasons makes sense to me. I am 3/4 Swedish (Stockholm area). Viewing your video transported me to seventh heaven. Thanks so much.

[@cherylbrunette2490]

I would love to see you go back in the sunmer or a different season to see the scenery, love this video. Their dinner looked amazing and a beautiful cabin

[@timbuckman3870]

A U.S. ton is 2000 lbs. Huge congrats on the NatGeo work, that is so awesome!! Eva, you are just so awesome. I love how you wanted to learn and to eventually learn more about the Sami people. I do too. This world we share is home to so very many different ethnic groups and each one of them is important!!

[@downtubecrank103]

Nice I was impressed with the elegant Dinner the local folks made. Truly hospitable people there. Eva you are very blessed to experience this.

[@shanghaikid6666]

Im from Sweden, but the South and to see this is so awesome! I have been in the north one time, but it was in summer. But your video makes me really wanna go there in the winter too.

[@erik....]

I would recommend around march - beginning of april to avoid the really dark and super cold part of winter.

[@evazubeck]

It’s such a beautiful region, I hope you get to visit in winter!

[@gregwarner3753]

Again I appreciate your openness and sincerity. This post is a satisfying interlude in your normal set of strenuous adventures. Since I have become older and not completely well I have become much more sensitive to the cold. Although this Winter in New England has been relatively warm I have been cold since November. I am amazed by your tolerance. I am looking forward to Spring and Summer. If you ever decide to settle someplace your future as a storyteller and video producer are certain. Your presentations are done just right. You tell the story and use the video to simultaneously illustrate what you are saying. That takes talent and dedication. Thank You, Love., GregW

[@evazubeck]

🙏🙏🙏

[@traiecto]

Ohhhh what a fabulous time, place (and people) ❤❤❤

[@PanavisionSmileMusic]

So heartwarming and beautiful Eva.

[@Creativetruths]

What a beautiful family. They look so peaceful and welcoming! That visit must’ve been great and the sauna too of course! 😊

[@macfanguy]

It is always amazing when you shine a light on local life. ❤

[@marydawkins4190]

Wow. What more can one say! This is going to be one of my favorite videos of your travels so far. I hate the cold, so it's interesting that my other favorite is of you traveling the ferry for 4 days in Alaska. That ice road made me think of crossing the Chesapeake Bay bridge where parts of it are built under the bay. As you're approaching those tunnels the sensation is that you're driving straight into the ocean!! Crazy crazy stuff. Thanks again for taking us along on your fabulous adventures!!

[@heatherwilhelmusbarney8868]

Thanks for sharing!! I, literally, just purchased round trip tickets- US to Heathrow, from there: Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Germany. I've been to Europe a dozen times, but have not visited the North. I have loved watching your journey.

[@honkzor1]

Be careful bro, there has been a lot of new adventure loving tourists close to freezing to death before getting saved by the rescue services. The arctic cold is not a joke, if you go there be well prepared.

[@zweispurmopped]

The cold beauty of northern Winter! What really struck me was the little oasis of warmth there. That house looked so so inviting and lovely! 😍

[@beanobauer]

I have followed you for years and finally you visited my home grounds in the far north of Sweden! What a great video, so excited to follow you on your journey up there!

[@adamhenderson001]

I watch all your videos (who doesn't), and this one stands out. You captured something in these precious people. Thanks!

[@taklyftet]

Thank you for documenting and presenting my native country in such a wonderful and warm way! There is a lot of hidden gems when you are turning south again so don’t rush too fast on the way back as also the spring slowly will meet you on the way down.

[@waassup]

Your videos deserve more "likes". You put so much efforts in them. Keep up the good work. Love your content.

[@zacharyhooley]

I wholeheartedly did NOT want this episode to end Eva! I could bask in your storytelling with these Sami for 24hrs straight! P.S. I can totally relate with the nervousness of entering a social atmosphere after wild camping alone for so many weeks, but looks like your social skills and camera confidence blended quite nicely with their natural ambiance. Both lunch and supper looked exquisite!!! 🌿 Looking forward to more Sami storytelling in the future 🥰

[@thomas4315]

Pia and Henry home has a wonderful feeling done perfectly right, it’s decor and setup kitchen.

[@hopefulhope9123]

One thing I love and appreciate about you is your authenticity and how you don't have the agenda that I see so many quote van lifers living you know you're different you're a very special beautiful soul and I just want to let you know how much I appreciate your videos I'm your age and I would love to be our exploring except that I have a 14 year old son well 13 almost 14 and right now is not a good time for me to be out doing the things that I dream about doing so I just want to say thank you again and God bless you

[@harrydecker8731]

Another amazing venture in a pristine setting! Would have never known there was such as a place as Huuva Hideaway until you went there. Those people have a beautiful home and a tranquil life, despite the cold.

[@seviregis7441]

Fascinating. Their home looks so cozy but I imagine life must be quite challenging, as even just keeping up with the need for firewood is a constant demand. Very serene and beautiful, you kind of always wonder who the people are that live up there. Thanks for showing us and spending some time with them.

[@ingvartorma9789]

Eva up here the ice gets thick, car manufacturers come to Arvidsjaur from all sorts of countries to have winter tests up here and they also drive on an ice track that is a plowed lake. Winter tires from tire manufacturers are also tested there. The ice up here will be at least 50 cm thick and thicker ice.

[@macmovieman1]

What a beautiful family and how kind of them to allow you in and show you how they live. They have a beautiful home and I would argue that they live better than any of us. The spa and heating it up for you was such a nice gesture. The meal with their family was magical.

[@tonytrumble]

Congratulations on your National Geographics episode! That is something to be very proud of! You're a bright shining star for all to see and enjoy watching. Thank you for sharing your journey and God Bless!

[@ChristopherHarris6005]

Awesome video as always Eva and Vlik. I really enjoy watching y'all's adventures especially winter adventures. Thanks for letting us ride along with y'all on y'all's adventures.

[@tomquinn5437]

You and Vilk are definitely a breath of fresh air. Thanks for who you are and what you do.

[@brettteets8242]

Definite going to watch the NetGeo news. This has been great adventure for you. Thanks for bring us along.

[@rameezjallani]

That was literally a matchless experience, especially spending time with some local and about to know their stories especially people living in Arctic Circle, More power to you dear !

[@buttonanastasia]

I started tearing up in the end of your video. What a lovely and wonderful experience. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@pharmerdavid1432]

You're up in Northern Sweden? One of my favorite channels by "Jonna Jinton" lives up there! She is amazingly talented, maybe you can visit her homestead?

[@exeter1588]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@LyricalSteeler]

Jonna Jinton is an insanely talented artist, she has one of the most beautiful channels i've ever seen on YT. And she's just a great person in general. I agree that they should meet=)

[@Thisbudtastegood]

Ida Benoni is Sami and an influencer on tt. I love her too.

[@ronhollins9703]

I love watching your videos and your voice is soothing. I'm just curious to know, at what point do you think you'll settle down and start a family, or is this a "permanent" lifestyle?

[@Skattie]

Yes, visit Jonna ,why not

[@GrownbymeLakeillawarra]

What a special family , you could feel their warmth, what a great experience learning their culture. Enjoy Eva and stay safe, thanks for sharing

[@badinage0]

Loved this episode! Driving on an ice road on the ocean. Yikes! You are a Viking Princess!. You are so natural and relaxed and jovial in your narrative. I have been an Actor for the last forty years. You might be surprised how difficult it is for an Actor to be themselves. You certainly seem honest and real. congrats on your Nat Geo Show! You should have a recurring show on NAT Geo. I have enjoyed all your videos! Be safe.😘

[@Valleymobwelding]

By far my favorite video of the series...what a great group of people so happy and what a peaceful home

[@tsetsoanasennane45]

Hello Eva. I am from Southern Africa. I enjoy and love watching your videos so much.

[@THintz-jc4sl]

!!! Thank you Eva for this amazing adventure, I enjoyed this very much! They are a beautiful family you spent time with, loved it!

[@clyde1855]

Stunning video Eva. Thank you for sharing. Stay warm and safe.

[@free_taco-k3x]

Fascinating, and beautiful storytelling. Such a gift, to be offered intimate warm hospitality by Pia and Henry, and their space held so beautifully by your presence, all the sacred relational feels watching your interactions. I love how excited Vilk is to roll in the snow. I grew up in Manitoba, Canada, and have been out of the freezing for 25 years; this helps me appreciate many aspects of where I come from, but I sure don't miss that achy feeling of cold in the bones! Can't wait to see the next adventure story. -K

[@Sissaimee]

I love stories like this one where you share how people live and unique cultural differences and heritage of the places you travel . Thank you!

[@josephgittos3787]

Wow what an amazing life they have , the food looked so tasty and fresh, a proper home made hearty meal.

[@WayneThePoet]

This is a wonderful video. Your visits with people who aren’t famous but represent remote stories are to me, always your most interesting episodes. How great to document and preserve the lesser known cultures of the world. ❤

[@evazubeck]

I appreciate that Wayne!

[@wanderful_luna]

How special to be invited into their home and to experience a little of their daily lives. Thank you for sharing :)

[@Far551]

National Geographic is for the very best Eva…..Congratulations! Thank you for sharing your adventures with Us.

[@NormanF62]

Eva could be a photojournalist. Beats the 9-5 office grind!

[@hearingvisions7307]

Its never cold when people are that warm ❤ Great video eva. Its always nkce to see the far away places of the world.. beautiful! x Go well landy-lady

[@SisterSherryDoingStuff]

Pia and Henry live a good life, or so it appears. What a lovely home.

[@luisv7117]

Eva that's the most pure with no chemicals piece of meet you ever had, enjoy

[@robertsweney3260]

Wow ! A beautiful video and what a wonderful dinner you shared ,that will always be a special meal in your travels .

[@maccadole]

I agree completely with that comment you mentioned and your take on it. I thought it was neat enough to see you experience Sweden in general, but to see you where I was born and raised was even better!

[@itscarolinemary]

I loved seeing inside their home, it’s beautiful and so cozy!!!

[@aliciathom9633]

Beautiful! What a lovely family and amazing photo of the great grandfather! We were in Swedish part of Lapland a few years ago, and loved meeting and learning about Sami culture.

[@teasdaleart1]

Eva, you have created a wonderful travel channel! It is nice to get away from the beaten path.

[@keithbosch37]

What a lovely, enchanting place to be!, Thank you for bringing us along!.

[@flaviasequeira3849]

That was a truly great experience for you Eva. Thank you for the wonderful and informative vlog.

[@theicangram]

You are becoming an incredible documentary creator and I am LOVING IT! I can't wait to see your Nat Geo content and am envious. If I had my youth back, that is indeed what I would pursue; creating for Nat Geo. And what a beautiful life these people live!

[@audreytaylor2298]

Wow. Amazing. You are soooo blessed to have spent the day with them.😊

[@daleh.7711]

So sweet of them to share their time and home with you.

[@pawsandhooves-l2s]

I absolutely loved this video! Thank you for sharing with us 💜💜💜❄️❄️❄️

[@laurahayes7722]

This would be a dream experience!!! So authentic and being able to just grasp the culture straight from the source! So happy for you and appreciate your wandering heart! ❤

[@jamiesiteu5464]

Eva, your a Treasure. Thanks for sharing your treasure chest with us!

[@soniazenati3002]

Eva thank you, thank you, thank you for sharing with us your beautiful life of discovering. I love all your videos but this one is my favourite now. Congrats as well for the NatGeo collaboration. The video is amazing. I've put Iceland and Forest Lagoon on my bucket list. Amazing adventures. Looking forward to seeing more from you. 😊

[@jollycox]

The place where you saw the reindeers is very close to where I live. 😊 It was fun to see. A very good video!

[@vjm1639]

Loved this so much. What a gorgeous cozy place to live. Your life is fascinating, Eva!

[@radioactivebanana6774]

I would have been nervous on the ice road at first too! What a unique road! The family was so kind to invite you and cook all that wonderful food! Interesting to hear about the reindeer and 8 seasons!

[@Hakulanni]

But of course, I will see it. So proud of you! Thank you for sharing the time with this Family. That was wonderful!

[@sadielaurentiwhitley3762]

This video was very special, such an honour for you to experience life with this family. 🥰

[@circlesofseven]

I love, love, love your videos. There is so much love in them. Thanks for keeping us enthralled. Please never quit. You give me hope .

[@William_Hada]

Congrats on hosting a gig on NatGeo ! I love that channel. Can't wait to see your show!

[@Slykkpkins]

An amazing adventure in northern Sweden, the gracious indigenous people you met, what a great time n experience you had. Briiliant.

[@sergateway]

Thank you to the family that opened their home to you.

[@gadarn850]

Love that you introduced us to some wonderful people. Amazing that you show us the world through this media. Thanks for what you do. I truly appreciate it.

[@kendric2000-q3d]

Eva lives the life that I wish I could have. Alas, now too old with bad knees to forge through snow and hikes. :) Thank you for your videos Eva.

[@bovutest7580]

Hi Eva, What an enchanting story you shared! It was truly captivating to witness your adventures in Northern Sweden. Your ability to immerse us in the beauty of the landscape is remarkable. We're eagerly awaiting your next episode, eagerly anticipating the continuation of your extraordinary journey. Natgeo how exciting as well.

[@beerfrog_TheOriginal]

Glad you enjoy it🎉 You passed by where I used to live 🥳 Friends and family still do, give them a wave as you pass by 😊

[@BillyBaller208]

I really enjoyed learning about the culture in Northern Sweden. Thank you for creating the video.

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Been checking everyday waiting for ur new posts eva😊

[@lwitt8448]

What a beautiful family, living is such a mystical place. Thank you so much for introducing them to us!

[@lincoln537]

I was wondering where is the video, because it is Tuesday so I came back home with food and I see you uploaded video. Lovely dinner indeed!

[@MelG-ut3hs]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful experience with us. Beautiful snowy landscapes and warm amazing people who are proud of their food and culture.

[@jonathankarlsson1766]

As a Swedish southerner I've only recently and randomly come to learn more about the Sami, their culture and the extent of the injustice they suffered. Most Swedes are so unaware and it's a huge shame. Thank you for highlighting them in your travels.

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

This video was very calming. I think you captured the feeling of this place. Yummy food.

[@italianlifestyle7911]

Wow.. it's been years since I've seen so much snow. It looks like a fairytale over there🩵

[@evazubeck]

It feels like it! The snow just makes everything so beautiful

[@NormanF62]

She would have missed all that in the summer! The best thing in life is timing. 😎

[@rmsama1808]

I had never heard of the Sami people before. The family you visited looked so nice and it was interesting to see a bit into their lives.

[@Freebeertomorrow-q3z]

The reason for the distance between vehicles when driving on the ice road is the ripple effect of water under the ice. Can potentially cause blow outs when nearing the edges where the ice meets land. And of course the combined weight of vehicles.

[@evazubeck]

Interesting!

[@NormanF62]

The ice road is a stressful way of life! If Eva saw the Ice Truckers series on the History Channel, they serve remote communities in Canada’s far north where its too expensive or impractical to service by plane or helicopter. People have to put their lives at risk because without them, such places of human habitation would be long gone.

[@larion3296]

Yes, but this is primarily for heavier vehicles, not so much for cars on thick ice. There will be a pit in the ice around the vehicle. For a heavy vehicle the pit will be deeper and if the speed is too high the ice can break in front of the car. Have happened when they transport timber with large trucks.

[@Nehner]

I would only with one or two other vehicles be on the ice road. If you have a Problem no administration or others are there. Very dumb to drive alone.

[@michaelnovakova1984]

Thank you for bringing us with you. IT was So nice... These people Are So Great!!!