Thank you so much to the people of Ithaca, Greece for being so wonderful to us during our stay here!

[@JayHerrans]

Hello my friends! The wonderful Miss Christina from Hotel Familia accidentally said “Easter” when she meant to say “Christmas!” ☺️🙌🏼💙 if I am understanding correctly, curabiè is a Christmas pastry!

[@Humifiedalien]

@JayHerrans I might just go to ithica to have a try

[@hindymarkowitz1340]

It's so nice that you went to Ithaca, and that you made this video to thank everyone! Epic is beautiful and so many lives have been changed because of it! Keep up the great work and good luck!

[@A-Hip-Happenin-Gal]

yeah its mostly for christmas but we make them a lot during the year too haha

[@R0w4ntr33]

Hi, this is kinda random, but some slasher dating sim mobile game (called Dorian, I think??) used "Dangerous" in one of their ads, and I don't know if you gave them permission for that. I get the feeling you didn’t.

[@captaineleni]

That's so sweet that she gave you a kourabié, I hope you enjoyed it! And thank you for bigging up Ithaca, their local businesses and their lovely people!

[@ellagreen3514]

At long last, Odysseus was welcomed with open arms ❤❤❤

[@lunarxnutella]

it is his kingdom, after all!

[@izzye1156]

Aww, yes finally! ❤

[@santhiagoaugustoduartenogu5140]

Nooooo jajajajajajaja

[@kory_misun]

Don'tcha get me cryin'.

[@FernDaFox]

Unlike the suitors

[@Blue_demigod23]

Man it'd be EPIC to visit Greece 🇬🇷

[@bean5254]

Right?

[@annabeths_hat]

EXACTLY

[@600thfloorEmpireStateBuilding]

Real

[@Aviculture.bronzecloth]

@Blue_demigod23Hey, Percy!

[@mashedpotetoo]

FR

[@sky_thesora662]

He's posture is like he's recording for an elementary school project 😭😭😭 Thanks Ithaca for the wonderful time you gave Mr Songwriter and his cast‼️‼️‼️

[@oluwadaraefunbote9740]

Fr😂 I can't tell if it's deliberate but I feel it is! 😀👍🏽

[@potARTo]

ikr he is so precious...COMRDADES WE SHALL PROTECT OUR CAPTAIN

[@ThatOneMarvelKid]

Honestly he reminds me of Peter Parker while on his journey to Germany

[@cluelessdummee]

Fr standing like this 🧍‍♂️

[@renlovsama]

Hi my name is Jorge, we are the team 4 and this is our project-

[@Tommythegreaser]

Protect this man at all costs 😭 he looks so happy 😭

[@ChristopherEscalona-x9p]

yes SIR

[@kyl-E]

@ChristopherEscalona-x9p DIOMEDES WILL LEAD THE CHARGE!

[@danairalamfchinhiapolo2764]

​@kyl-E Agamemnon will flank the guards!!

[@HugeEPICandPJOfan]

​@kyl-E AGAMEMNON WILL FLANK THE GUARDS

[@AdelineGleason-h3k]

So innocent Until he starts writing songs 😂

[@Llama_in_pajamas1]

The fact that he went out of his way to promote these business is so sweet. He's so kind and the prime example of using influence to help people. It's been said a million times before but we need to protect this wholesome man!!

[@jaynayoung108]

Yup

[@sky_thesora662]

@Llama_in_pajamas1 One of the nicest influencers I came across good for him 🫡🫡

[@Epic_obsessed_Tempest]

He is a international treasure

[@_-drowsy-_]

That’s always what I’ve dreamed of doing if I ever got famous, I always day dream about me like streaming while playing a geography of quiz game and just literally promoting shows, products or places that I feel need more love and attention. It’s really fun actually, even if it’s fake!

[@Shut.upgremlin]

He needs to be on international treasure he’s so wholesome 😭🙏🙏

[@Nori_TheQueerInsomniac]

International*

[@Shut.upgremlin]

Ah yes thank you

[@DCOI33]

The dedication to ACTUALLY go to ITHACA

[@tumblingartist]

With Odyssey accurate delays!

[@samdee8185]

Ikr it’s so awesome! 😁

[@willabyte8976]

​@tumblingartist honestly though, we were Waaaiting at least it was one day and twenty years wasn't necessary

[@lijahsampson6979]

1:54 Careful, that “very soon” could turn into 20 years…

[@fatimaiqbal9862]

Lol

[@Gibberish_Introvert713]

Real

[@kairhead5376]

Canon

[@tumblingartist]

His journey continues…

[@Zero.idk23]

Another jornessy

[@hollyleaf-v3i]

no wonder Poseidon was crying in the shower this place is amazing ♥

[@stefansalvatierra4913]

Even got a restaurant named after him..

[@LumisearchedaLitS]

When you greet it with open arms

[@L.W.74]

As a Greek this is just so adorable and heartwarming, I though you'd be showcasing like beaches and other landmarks but the fact you shouted out and showed love for the local businesses T0T

[@A-Hip-Happenin-Gal]

Heyyy!! Love from Lesvos!! Also, can agree, his pronunciation was very good lmaooo

[@L.W.74]

@A-Hip-Happenin-Gal ayeee love from the main land 🙏I've noticed Spanish speakers have a very good grasp of how to pronounce our language

[@sapphicsapphire82]

@L.W.74As someone who speaks neither Greek nor Spanish, the sounds used in those two languages seem rather similar

[@RavenSutcliffe]

​@@sapphicsapphire82because we (Spanish) incorporated a bunch of Greek words when we were building our language and also our consonants and such sound very similar! Spanish is probably the romance (derived from Latin) language with more Greek-derived words (we have a lot of Arabic too!)

[@RavenSutcliffe]

I loved noticing that those are actual small local businesses and not tourist traps xD I think if you're from anywhere in the Mediterranean coast you learn to tell the difference, and I'm so happy they got the authentic stuff 💙

[@OceaneKudo]

Jorge looks like another version of Telemachus discovering Ithaca in the modern times! It's so cute and wonderful at the same time 😍

[@smartbean4654]

Wowww that’s such a good comparison!! I can’t stop thinking abt it now

[@bluekidkid2]

Yeah

[@bestpriest2224]

Ofc the people would respect their king. Welcome home, Odysseus.

[@ChasinRound]

This man is full of nothing but smiles and I'm HERE for it

[@animucrystal]

OLIVE TREE PLAYING THE BACKGROUND…. LOVE IT

[@jeanenespiegel-xm6xu]

YESSS I WAS LOOKING FOR A COMMENT THAT NOTICED THAT TOO!!!!!!

[@potato800haveaniceday]

I WAS LOOKING FOR A COMMENT TO CONFIRM MY SUSPICIONS

[@tumblingartist]

I MISS OLIVE TREE SM (i hope jay eventually releases the cut saga)

[@ChaoticDoodle]

At least someone else noticed

[@drpigglesnuudelworte5209]

Does this mean he’s gonna release the full recorded version???? OMG I need it

[@confringo667roblox]

My dad’s an old Greek guy and I sent him this. He was extremely pleased. Thank you Jorge for making my dad laugh

[@theskrunklycalico]

for a moment I read this as "he was extremely pissed" (im a bit eepy) 😭

[@Humifiedalien]

No wonder Ody wanted to get home so bad, that place seems wonderful

[@BridgetMadsen]

Very true

[@dawndusk4972]

Thank you to everyone! I loved following this journey!

[@andronixbegayaf]

Journeyssey

[@Scaveged]

@@andronixbegayaf r/beatmetoit

[@VivatheBallerina]

Journessy.

[@NIXBlueJay]

I'm honestly convinced all those people have taken one look at him and have adopted him as a national treasure.

[@NanaLeonti]

Any Greek islander would just see Jorge and lock him as "SON" material xD I know my mother in law would absolutely adopt him lmfao

[@lilSapphireFox]

In case anyone reading this and now being inspired of going to Ithica for the love of the musical, please remember to always be respectful and kind visiting other places and cultures! Get to know the customs and don't make anybody worry about having to regret this gift of publicity! A lot of places had to close their gates before due to tourists behaving badly, because they don't understand that other cultures have other standards. If everyone is on their best behaviour, there will be a lot of happy people :)

[@5705michael]

Well said!👏👏👏

[@Alex-pp8hk]

Greeks are seriously the most welcoming people in the world, I’ve been in Greece loads of times and every time I felt welcomed and loved. Also is a a beautiful country!❤️

[@A-Hip-Happenin-Gal]

haha, we try our best

[@terry.oficial]

my parents got sick of me talking about EPIC that my dad said "you know what? i'll take you to Ithaca since you can't shut up about it" so i'll definitely be visiting these places ❤❤

[@NiraizaDiaz]

❤

[@PercysADHD_KloeyMatthews]

Rich ahh family, I can't even leave America or at least fly to the other side of the country and I'm obsessed with the idea of travel 😭

[@TheBookishDuo]

omg hope you have fun!

[@terry.oficial]

@PercysADHD_KloeyMatthews we're not exactly rich... But I live in Europe and the flight from my country is like 1-2 hours so it's not that expensive.. Plus we don't fly like every year.. But wish you luck so you can travel 🫶

[@PercysADHD_KloeyMatthews]

@terry.oficial Oh yeah, that was sort of my suspicion lol. My family wants to move to Europe since our government treats us like shi. 😅

[@thatmoviegirl3814]

I love how Mr. Jalapeño uses his platform to help support and draw attention to others. These seem like wonderful restaurants and bakeries and if I ever have the opportunity to go to Ithaca, I'd want to try them

[@ToastyToast-h5w]

We love Ithaca saga in Ithaca ❤❤❤

[@Im_addicted_to_Musicals58008]

I love how the owners are borderline terrified of Jorge’s joy and thankfulness, (btw I imagine Ody going to each restaurant and EPIC IS DA 🐐)

[@Aviculture.bronzecloth]

EPIC has been a great journessy. As a year-long fan, I thank you so much for everything. EPIC has been basically my whole obsession, and will always be. Love from the Philippines!

[@FrPro]

It was our pleasure to have you and your crew in Greece. Remember that the ancient world is just one part of the long History of this Land. Our present has been shaped by the meeting of Christianity and Hellenic culture, converting and using every mean to the Glory of God. One aspect of that is the Greek hospitality. Safe travels back to your homeland. Or were you in your homeland here in a way? Remember us...

[@emeraldchat6594]

He looks like he's presenting a middle school video project and I'm all here for it 😂🙌 I'm so glad you and the ENTIRE CAST had an Epic time in Ithaca and us Winion brothers and sisters thank you from the bottom of our hearts!!!

[@Gandalfthegray123]

Full Speed Ahead Winion Brothers and Sisters!

[@ChaosBrat94]

Not only is he living his best life, he's hyping up the local businesses 😭 Protect this man at all costs!

[@GalacticaWisp]

The fact you went out of your way to promote so many businesses when you didn't have to shows how wonderful and kind you are! 😢

[@Joey7ooooooo]

Jorge is pure and amazing and deserves all of the pastries.

[@aisyasekarayu2448]

Thank you for the Ithaca tour captain!

[@lyreandfigs]

I love how Jay will always be trying to help spread other people's work. He has an extremely pure heart, it makes me want to cry

[@BlueCrystal_Shark]

Greece is so beautiful, with so many interesting stories, just like this man does!

[@AmberMetallicScorpion]

agreed. when i was a lot younger, i had visited the island Heraklion. and to this day my only complaint was the cicadas

[@BlueCrystal_Shark]

@AmberMetallicScorpion Woah, I've never been to Greece before :(

[@AmberMetallicScorpion]

@BlueCrystal_Shark living in the same continent does help due to travel costs. honestly, i would like to visit again at some point. both Heraklion to see how well it holds up to memory, and also other places like Ithaca, or the Parthenon, etc

[@BlueCrystal_Shark]

@@AmberMetallicScorpion yeah, even though I'm in Europe and not far away from Greece, I wouldn't fly in a plane.

[@MsMinerva19]

1:28 HOLD UP. That restaurant name is Poseidon don’t tell me that they serve Poseidon after 600 strike

[@JÆuroriz]

What else would they do with him

[@vsanimations6688]

🍣

[@Axolotl_e]

fish kebab :3

[@Stawberry_pimp]

@@JÆurorizfr like what else would they do just let him go to waste😂

[@Ubume_Lowermoon1]

🐟🔱

[@Yonaka_hikari_channel]

Epic need to be a movie or Broadway! (The food look amazing!)

[@MysticWolf563]

I’m pretty sure those are 2 of the things he plans to make in the future along with a video game that’s already in the works

[@elzyk4148]

​@@MysticWolf563 Wait a video game? That's sick. When did he announce that?

[@MysticWolf563]

@@elzyk4148 Actually, it was a guy named Liam Davidson who announced it. He made an animatic for Little Wolf, and shortly before that, he announced that Jorge is working with him on the Epic video game.

[@Infinite_Flower]

Lets hope he would return sooner than 20 years...

[@mjlyn16]

I can't blame Jorge for going on all of these side quests I mean that food looks DELICIOUS

[@freshcupofangst]

0:11 Margarita? So you didn't even TRY tequila???

[@thebombasticbadazz4729]

AND WHERE IS HIS UNCLE HORT

[@Luc1ds_Vo1d]

AND ELPENOR?!

[@televisionkid7783]

most margaritas do have tequila in them but lol anyway

[@greystoneUnicorn]

I'm so happy you're enjoying Greece! I was worried that the recent storms would dampen your experience, especially since most Greek Islands are pretty deserted during the winter... I really hope you'll get to visit us again! ❤️

[@sofia_fia15]

I love how grateful Jorge always is😭🫶This whole cast is the sweetest

[@the-corvid-zone]

He’s a national treasure, i swear to the gods.

[@owlishwillow7242]

Love that he shouts out specific places he has been really shows how great Ithica and Greece is on a small scale

[@A-Hip-Happenin-Gal]

I'm so glad my country treated you all so well and that you guys enjoyed the food, hospitality and vibes the Greek people have to offer!! Also, I hope you do return very soon, maybe when the weathers warmer lmao. I'll be sure check out these businesses!! We love you Jorgenborg! Hope you had a wonderful stay and that you have a safe journessy back to America!

[@ChaoticDoodle]

Olive Tree playing in the background and it sounds so good!!! This man is actually one of the most amazing people in the world

[@billyp1836]

Talya laughing behind the camera makes this that much more silly and enjoyable. Gotta go to Greece in my lifetime!

[@Circe._.fromEPIC]

"Poseidon" is too iconic.. Also LOVE FROM GREECE/ATHENS JORGE 🇬🇷🇬🇷❤❤❤

[@NightshadeGoddess]

As a greek who has been loving every part of Epic I'm so happy you got to visit this beautiful country of ours 🇬🇷💙

[@A-Hip-Happenin-Gal]

Yessss! Love from Lesvos lollll

[@Kayla-Kat.]

Omg, I love this man ❤ he’s so wholesome

[@robby-bobby-tommy]

Is it Olive Tree played on guitar???? Is it my favorite cut song played amazingly??? I swear I'm not obsessed with epic....... 😔❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@PhoenixofSparta]

I need to make plans to visit Ithaca some day, it looks so beautiful! ❤

[@sambostar1218]

Let moments like this remind us all that even our idols are just regular people that can be adorable dorky tourists when they're excited about their journey 🥰😂

[@emtrian1628]

So glad you got to visit Ithaki! Kourampies is a traditional sweet for Christmas, with a ton of sugar so that explains the energy! I hope you will return soon!

[@amjthe_paleosquare9399]

First time I'm here so fast! :O I arrived faster than than Scylla snatching sailors 😂 Absolutely best ad I've ever seen. Must visit Ithaca, must eat at Poseidon, must try the chocolate hearts. ❤ Also the glimpses into Jorge's spanish.

[@EnbyInTheRain]

He’s so sweet and everyone in Ithaca seems so kind! Hope you had a wonderful stay Captain!!

[@Terminator01159]

Bro is always smiling… HE IS A INTERNATIONAL TREASURE PROTECT THIS MAN AND TALYA AT ALL COSTS

[@UndercoverGrape]

Protect this man at all costs please

[@Chael-k8w]

ITHACA SOUNDS LIKE IT WOULD BE SO FUN, I'M SO HAPPY FOR YOU, JORGE!!!

[@mariekedekker8376]

Hands up who is planning a vacation to Greece after listening to Epic and seeing all these videos? 🙋

[@hayley01x]

awhhh we love you Jorge you’re so kind!! i’ve been dying to go to Ithaca for years but hopefully it won’t take 20 years..

[@KC3Lay]

This is adorable! If I ever decide to visit Ithaca, I'll for sure try to stop at every one of these places!

[@BobbybobcakesMilkyfrogz-gs7ig]

What an amazing trip but we can’t wait to see you back Jorge!!!! ❤️

[@rendexvousy]

so lovely of him to promote the local businesses on his platform!! ithaca might be odysseus’ home, but it’s also home to plenty of real people who keep the place alive. would love to visit ithaca someday, will totally have to return to this video for jorge’s suggestions

[@bora8255]

I love how this guys whole personality 😂 he’s just so funny and nice why are there so few that pure

[@th3dramaqueen]

The fact he involves the staff and owners is everything 😭

[@Misakiart69]

HIS SMILEEEE 👏👏😭😭😭 sweet summer child oml😊

[@AnnabethChase-c1d]

Talya laughing in the background of some of the clips was really cute. ❤

[@mickiejade6709]

Man there's something incredibly beautiful to go visit a place that features so heavily in your works, I would have cried my eyes out while there.

[@Justanotherpot]

There's something that hits different about how the Greek say "sugar". It makes such a simple ingredient sound magical 🥰

[@luna_1lunar]

I love how jorge is just like recording a elementary video project, so wholesome!!! ❤

[@J1407b_slugcat]

He looks like a little kid every time and I’m so here for it❤

[@LadyArtemis1998]

Utterly grateful and proud that Jay shone a spotlight on all the businesses they went to. Hope you had a wonderful time here in Greece!! Thank you so much!! 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Not_a_Pro360]

0:50 I think she was Waiting to give you that

[@CutePo1son]

I swear, Jay is the personification of Open Arms. We must protect him at all costs!!

[@myheroacademiafan5437]

I'm Greek and I'm so glad you visited our country!! It truly is beautiful and the food is delicious (if I do say so myself 😊)

[@A-Hip-Happenin-Gal]

I'm also greek and yes, our food is the best, but we both might be a little biased lol

[@myheroacademiafan5437]

@A-Hip-Happenin-Gal yeah I think you're right 😂

[@A-Hip-Happenin-Gal]

@myheroacademiafan5437 LMAOOO

[@akanedale9299]

He's so cute 😂he's like a kid , love the smile btw

[@aleydistordera9167]

If I ever visit Ithaca (which I really hope to do) I will be sure to visit these places! Love you Jorge and thank you for this amazing musical

[@Caitlin_WritesBooks]

1:41 I can smell the food through the screen 😌

[@deansitorus9324]

This man is so wholesome, it’s becoming a rarity to see wholesome KZbinrs/influencers

[@hello-lz4xj]

I love how friendly you are with everyone, they seem to love you so much

[@justinehercthehuman]

Delicious sounds like a song Hermes would sing next.

[@zewuzhere]

I’ve always wanted to visit Greece, but now I want to visit Ithaca even more!!

[@BadCr0w]

I have always wanted to visit Greece. Such a beautiful place. I am happy to see you shouting out and supporting the local businesses. So wholesome 🥹

[@katria2412]

This man might be the most wholesome person on this planet. ❤

[@himitsu6058]

Awww! Jorge. SO SWEEETT! WE MUST PROTECT THIS MAN!!!!

[@samdee8185]

This is so cool!!!! Ithaca looks amazing🤩 (love the little 👍👍)

[@Vinny.Ravencroft]

I'm surely visiting next summer ❤ Thank you! ❤

[@kinghorns7997]

love the instrumental to "Olive Tree" in the background

[@maryannalust8618]

All these people look so sweet and adorable 😊😊

[@RemmiBurdine]

This man is not only a national treasure, but a world one. Jay, if you see this, I look up to you SO MUCH, and your videos have helped me through my hard times by putting a smile on my face. Great person, and I hope the best for this next chapter with EPIC!

[@buttercreambobby6594]

Love the olive tree instrumental in the background💜

[@sugarwater1899]

😄👍 Thank you for this wonderful tour of Ithaca, Jorge/Captain!❤️

[@eggsntoasty]

This reads like a kid showing off all their stuff to their friends, and I am here for it 😎

[@daeronsingollo4131]

Giving back to all the people that helped him. This man is a legend. Protect him at all cost. We love you Jorge!

[@GooseTheEgg]

Ithaca sounds so cool and fun!! Thank you Jorge for letting us be apart of your journey :D

[@OwlRemody]

We love you, Jorge! Cant wait for what is to come in the future of EPIC, I am definitely gonna have to go visit Ithica Greece one day!!! ♡♡♡♡♡

[@CloudyDayzz___]

Only Jorge would make a video as wholesome as this

[@zeldamaniac1783]

Almost any video relating to epic or jorge is one of the other things that brings a smile to my face.

[@OurLoveIsGodLetsGoGetASlushee]

The owners all look so sweet!! :))