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- This week we abandon the luxuries of our van and hike through a frozen forest to spend the night in a remote off grid wilderness cabin. It's an adventure we will never forget and the scenery is like something from movie set, it just doesn't quite seem real! To say we were glad to get back to the comforts of our little home on wheels is an understatement! From here our journey continues north where we meet up with some friends for one of the most amazing days on our trip so far! We can't wait to share this one with you!
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00:00 Intro
00:43 Journey to the cabin
03:24 Cabin tour
04:51 Life in the wilderness
08:29 Making it back
10:23 Sunny days
14:22 Calling in the experts
15:43 Fun in the sun and -21
20:48 Tech talk Tuesday
22:48 Sami museum
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Saturday Morning,
Coffee and TBT 😘
Thanks Mike. Enjoy the weekend mate 👍
Cheers.
It’s a mystery why the Finnish are consistently the happiest people, isn’t it? They may pay some higher taxes, but they seem to get value for it. It’s on our bucket list now for sure 👍
Absolutely Kev, you see people out having fun outside no matter the weather! Oh that’s great news! Hope you love it too 💙
Best couple on CZcams, so much fun.
So totally agree with this comment...David
Thanks mate 😁👍👍
Thanks David 💪💪💪
I love your journey! And you're the most adorable and funny couple i've ever seen! Please keep it goin.. i cant wait to see more! Love ya! Greetings from Germany
Thanks very much that’s lovely of you to say 😊
Another fun filled video, this is my Saturday morning routine now, a brew and TBT, fabulous 🥰
Thanks mate 💪👍
Absolutely love your channel - the scenery, the comedy, the way you are perfect for each other! Fabulous! Now how to get you on mainstream telly! 🤔 EVERYBODY needs to see the antics of Jess and Jon! 🥶🚐❤
😂😂😂😂 Jon would only be aloud on after the watershed 😂🤦♀️
I've watched and loved watching you guys since the start of the Sainsbury's van vids, this is 1st video watched with my 9month old and he is mesmerised with you lol
Awesome vlog again
In a world so full of hate you two shine like a bright star.
Thank you❤
Thanks so much 🥰
Just amazing.
Thank you 😊
Smash it every time you guy are an amazing couple keep em coming 👏 💪🏼 👌
Thanks mate 👍
Well, you two are completely bonkers but love it. Learn so much from you and it really is such a joy to open up your latest vlog and see what you’ve been up too and where you are. Some of those drone shots are quite breathtaking….thank you so much for all the effort you put into your channel. Glad you both ‘escaped’ the sledging unscathed. Continue to take care dear folks.
Thanks very much Isobel, the sledding was a real blast, wish we could go back again 😁💙
Just gets better and better
Thanks 😁
Superb film footage, Finland is breathtaking. Thank you.
Thanks mate 👍
Brilliantly put together..have to say though don’t think I’ve ever seen snow on a tree that thick … and people just getting on with it … we on the other hand come to a stop ….😂…amazing… stay safe ..❤
That’s kind of you to say thank you 💙We’ve said that a few times, that the UK just won’t function in these conditions!
We love the upload on a Saturday morning, (never change the day) cup of coffee and watch the fun begin!
My mind is still blown away as to how well that van has coped, 2 wheel drive and no studded tyres. 🤯
True Blue Travellers forever!
She’s done us proud 💪😘 thanks very much mate really appreciate that
Again you guys have produced another very high quality video. The scenery is at times almost unbelievable, it’s breathtaking. The fun you are having certainly comes through and makes us watching very envious am sure. Keep on doing more of what you are doing it’s fantastic.
Thanks very much guys 😁
Certainly will be watching this series all over again. Top content. Thank you very much
Thanks very much 😁😁😁
You two are absolutely hilarious love your channel 😅 your the best couple on CZcams I absolutely loved your sledging your both so funny, as a disabled lady I don’t get out much but your channel has shown me more than I could ever imagine… thank you 😊
Ah thanks so much Shantel that’s lovely of you to say, thanks for coming along with us 😊
oo you guys are blipin lovely...bonkers but lovely....
and frozen of course
😂
Naw thanks 😘
Thanks
Thanks ever so much 💙💙
The scenery is just out of this world, so beautiful. I love spending a bit of my Saturday with you guys.
Thanks for coming with us 💙💙
Perfectly put. Me too 🎉
another belter!
Thanks mate 💙
Brilliant again guys, should have your own travel show
Thanks terry 💙
Excellent adventures. Can you open with a map of your location so we know where you are
Then when you move in the same vlog another map of the new location
Just a thought ❤
@@bingcrosby2482 yep we need to do this more often, we try to put them in but need to do it more often. Thanks for the feedback 😁👍
thanks guys, another great video, so envious.
Thanks very much, glad you liked it 💙
Making memories is what life’s all about, enjoy and as always thanks for sharing yours.🙂👍🏻
Thanks so much, couldn’t agree more and thanks so much for coming with us 💙
You guys are fantastic very entertaining and really funny,, roll on your next vlog ❤
That’s such a lovely thing to say thank you 💙
Glad you made it back from the cabin safe with no twisted ankles and the sledding looked awesome. Fantastic memories you're making 🛷🛖❄️🏔️
Thanks so much it was an absolute blast! 💙💙
We love watching you both from our camper in 30deg comfort in NZ. The banter just gets better. Keep up the good work
Thanks very much mate, loving it here but a bit of sunshine and warmth would be glorious!
What a beautiful country, the scenery is stunning. Jess you’re very brave doing that sledge run, I was hyperventilating just watching 🤦♀️😂. Thanks for taking us on your travels, the banter and the laughs. It’s a great start to the weekend for us. See you next week ❤ Xx
It’s amazing isn’t it! I didn’t have to go that fast was just having too much fun 😂 thanks for coming with us 💙
I thought your last few videos were superb....and then this week you go and take it to a whole new level. I am sure that neither of you know just how good you are. And to be able to do it week after week is amazing.
Thanks as ever for sharing your wonderful adventures and Very Best Wishes,
PERRY.
Oh Perry, this is such a lovely thing to say thanks ever so much mate 💙
Hi! I'm from the Philippines and i love to watch your videos. It's so relaxing to watch. I'm watching it while working in the office. It's my stress reliever.
Thanks very much for watching 😊
Amazing video guys best travel videos on CZcams 😊
That’s such a generous compliment thank you 😘
Another cracking episode guys. Jon is such a tease, we were looking forward to another snow angel 😉
😂😂😂😂😂😉
great watch on mt Saturday AM
Cheers mate 👍
Just wow! And you guys are great too. As usual. Thank you.
Thanks mate 😁👍
What you experience in the North remains forever in your hearts and minds. It is the engine of your life that drives you further and further in search of even more beautiful places on our planet.
Do it while you can.
I also went some of these ways and now arrange with 77
Years again everything in my head rejoice again and enjoy your adventures.
Greetings from Bavaria
So lovely to hear that we could bring back some good memories for you! It’s definitely fed our need for adventure visiting this amazing place 🤩
That drone shot at 18:58 is the dogs danglies....!!!
Thanks mate, I think it’s my favourite one we have ever got, good old Jessica piloting that one 👌
That sledge run looks awesome...
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I was absolutely bloody brilliant honestly!
@truebluetravellers looking forward to your next adventure.
I remember doing the freezing eyelashes and nose hairs years ago skiing. Happy awesome times. I will defiantly be looking into a sledging trip like that. 👍🏽
Shame it's so mild and flat here in Norfolk. 🙄😂
Well, great fun was had by one and all.
Be aware ! Diving into snow drifts you might have a granite boulder lurking 2 inches below the surface, a jaggy sharp pointed metal fence post or a shopping trolley. It's all ha ha ha until someone loses an eye or a boll*ck.
😂😂😂 thanks mate. Imagine going to A&E and trying to explain that one
I am in Sweden and I bike all year round. I change to studded tires during the winter and it works fine. And I am not alone out there
I fall off in a straight line on dry pavement 😂😂 Jon is great on a bike and would probably be fine but me plus a bike plus ice would = hospital I think 😂
Honestly, the cinematography and production on this channel is through the roof, amazing videos, and all set in the most beautiful part of the world. Absolutely made my night watching this, fantastic guys!
Thanks very much 😁👍
Yet another very Entertaining, Informative, Enjoyable, Funny, Amazing Vlog...Just love you too ❤
So glad you like it thanks Gill 💙
Love it. Jess is worryingly good with the axe. 😂
😂 thanks mate💪😘
Living the dream. 😎
Thanks mate we’re very lucky 💙
@@truebluetravellers You've put in the work for it though. 👍🏽
Finish work, home get a brew & watch TBT brilliantl..
Thanks ever so much David 😊
Well done to you both. Great vlog. Looks like you're having a great time.
Thanks so much! 😊
The cabin looked so cozy but when he scared jess all I could imagine was someone else walking in and they get a jump scare instead of jess
Awesome as ever guys 😂
Cheers mate 💙
For all the antics and hilarity, sometimes you reveal your true inner caring selves and as we suspect, you are good reliable people. Of course, the clue this week was the cabin and the logs. Leaving it as you found it and making sure that there was firewood for the next people to come along. Of course, it is common courtesy - or at least it should be, but there are lots of frivolous and selfish people out there and you clearly are not that type at all. Good grounded people and you reflect well on the people that brought you up. Sorry to be serious this week, but you deserve the praise.
Thanks very much, that’s lovely of you to say, I think it’s the least people should do really and if we all do hopefully they will keep things like this going, it still blows our minds that they supply the cabin and all the wood for free, just brilliant 😁💙
Not the Lesser Spotted Snowpecker again 🤣🤣. Another fabulous video guys, thank you. And it was good to see Jess getting those guns out again! Your vids get better every week, with the amazing adventure you are having, combined with your humour and the quality edit. Take care with the next leg of your journey.
😂😂😂 it’s a rare and endangered miniature species 😂😂 thanks so much 💙 that’s so lovely of you 💪😘💙
🔥Thank you 💝
Once again mesmerised by the stunning landscapes and completely absorbed in the well balanced content.
As someone else has said I don’t think you both quite realise just how well you convey your adventures. The community you’re steadily building here is so supportive and encouraging too. It’s an all round tonic, and it warms my pessimistic heart 🤭
I truly do look forward to seeing what you’ve been up to each week. Stay safe you lovely people.
That’s such a lovely comment and we really do appreciate it, its so nice to hear that people enjoy what we create and it makes it all worth it hearing it 🥰
You guys are my Go-To Travel show!
Thanks 😁😁😁
I was expecting Jon to have a big announcement that Jess was going to be starring in the next "Greatest Showman" as the new bearded lady after last weeks video
😂😂😂😂 she would win for sure
The best video to date , my wife and I watch every weekend and yes , John, you come across as a bit of a nob at times but we love the way you both interact , love tool talk Tuesday's, but this video is the best editing , sound and footage , and laughs so far , thank you both , Jess keep him in order but John , keep those smiles coming , those cheeky jokes and most of all , the fun , it fill us up with positive energy
bit of a knob at times… 🤔 me 🤷♂️😂, thanks guys glad u see the fun in it all and thanks for watching 😁👍👍
Absolutely brilliant video again.well done and stay safe.
Thanks very much 💙
Spectacular footage, guys! So beautiful. On top of that, you two are such fun to watch. I look forward to your videos every week 😊
Thanks so much! It’s so beautiful isn’t it 💙really appreciate that 😊
It's not too late to trade him in y'know. 😉
I’ll get nothing for him that’s the problem 😂😂😂👏
Can’t do without my stove, had one for over 30 years now. Much nicer than sat in front of a radiator.
You two are a class comedy act. The nearest sketch I can find is Yorkshire Airline by Hale and pace.
You can’t beat a good fire can you! There’s something different about the heat too, it just makes you feel so cozy and snoozy!! Thanks very much 💙
Great video guys, some amazing looking places, walking to that cabin I could feel the cold lol, love your Guy Martin hat John. Stay safe guys and keep em coming
Thanks so much mate. He has 3 Guy Martin beanies 😂 most variety of clothes he owns 😂😂
Absolutely brilliant, you 2 are made for each other. john, you ppl watch, and it's brilliant to see thank you both for making me laugh 😂😂
That’s lovely of you to say thanks you. So nice to hear it makes you laugh 💙
Awesome, brightens up my Sunday , such fun to watch 👍
That’s so lovely to say thank you 💙
The scenery is absolutely breathtaking 😊
Thank guy it really is 💙
Loving the toboggan run, I’ve. Did something similar in the past, amazing how 20 mph feels like 60..! Huge fun😁
Another great vlog guys, epic scenery content and videography as usual!
Yep your so right Steve, it was probably quite slow but on that sled it felt like a rocket, so good 😁😁
Another great video. It’s like a picture postcard has been brought to life. Truly magical 💙
Thanks so much, that’s such a great description it doesn’t seem real 🤩
I look forward to your videos every week... quality entertainment 👌🏻 😂 and good to see the gun's were locked and loaded Jess 💪🏻
😂😂💪😘 thanks so much that’s so kind of you 💙
Great stuff ! Beautiful scenery -That last sunset shot😮 Foam mats,candles & wood!! Recipe for a great night in a bothy😊
😂😂 thanks very much, it is an astonishingly beautiful place 😀
Absolutely brilliant! The filming, the scenery, the fun. Unbelievable. I love Jon going full beans at everything haha
Thanks so much mate, really appreciate that. Not sure the snow appreciated Jons full beans approach 😂
@@truebluetravellers the snow is crying out for a reverse snow angel ;D and Jon's balls deep sledging co.
😂😂😂😂
Nice to see there wasn’t a repeat of last weeks frozen tool time. Safe travels back home
😂😂😂😂😂😂 thanks guys 😁
You are really selling this trip.
There I was thinking as you back up next to the van, you find one van and had to park next to it. Then to find out it was because of epic sledging shenanigan's. The Intro to Alex's Sledging Prowess was brilliant and then on the sloop he did not disappoint, as at one you just saw a snow cloud and Alex was within due to kicking up a ton of snow with his feet. The Sledging run looked brilliant and I can see why you both really enjoyed it. You don't need kids to enjoy things, trust me they can be a real pain in the arse, I have two Girls and they can be right Fun Police. With Cries of Stop it Dad your embarrassing me.
Being able to sleep on hard surfaces for me is long gone, body knackered with Arthritis from Jaw to Toes stops me from even sitting on the floor. Hard Plastic chairs are enough to make me seize up. It is definitely something you can do when your younger. like sliding down the stars on your arse and not really feeling a thing, but aging doesn't stop you it just makes you think twice about it before doing it.
I finally got our Motorhome back this week, and it had left a £6k dent in the wallet. I is really nice to be able to have her back at home and useable, which we haven't been able to do since she broke down in September. Brand new Gearbox and all the Sprint Shift mechanisms and oil tank as some idiot in the past put Break Fluid in there. Strangely we haven't even talked about our first trip away in her. I wouldn't want to try your trip in her as she is no spring chicken at 22 years old.
Looking forward to next weeks epic adventure.
Thanks so much mate. It was an absolute blast! I think this has been our favourite experience from this trip. We love Jess and Alex so was fun to make a video with them. We will take your advice on doing the uncomfy things while we are still young..ish! So great to hear you’ve got the van back. Sorry to hear the price tag was so brutal but hope you guys can get out for some great adventures soon!
Great vlog once again.
Thanks mate
Another cracking video 👌
Thanks very much 💙
Thank you for the beautiful video ❤ it's nice to see people just being themselves 😊sending my love 💓
That’s kind of you to say thank you 💙
Love watching the fantastic footage definitely some of the best and funniest on youtube. 😂
Thanks very much 😁👍
Hi guys i`m gutted no more walnut whip content this week lmao,you pair was brave in that cabin in the woods could of made a great horror movie,looking forward to next week ,as ever stay safe
😂😂😂 thanks so much mate. So glad you enjoyed it 💙
Omg so cool wish we had snow like that in Cornwall and wow Jess can sing 🎉❤
😂😂 I know it would be so good to get snow like this is in the uk, ah thanks 😊
Sod taking everyone's kids, I want to go with you! Big kid in a 57yr olds body. You guys were having too much fun...so jealous 🤢.
Funny & informative, one of the best channels on CZcams! May it continue to grow 😊
That’s so kind of you to say mate 💙 if our paths ever cross at a sledding track it’s on like donkey kong 😂😂
You guys are the best! Sat here recovering from ankle surgery, looking out the window at my Defender camper with envy. Safe travels.
Thanks so much mate. Wishing you a speedy recovery 💙💙
Another super snow show. Bet you will go on some more toboggan runs before the snow runs out. I wondered what was on at the end of your pole Jon. I bought the DJI Osmo Action and I am really pleased with it. Came with an external mike and a full set of filters and mounts. Looking forward to next weeks epic episode.
Sounds great mate, have heard good things about them 👍 thanks very much 😀
love it guys living the dream 😎 Jon I'm can't believe you even have anything left after dropping it in that snow last week 😂 I'm surprised it hasn't fell off with frostbite 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thanks mate 💙 😂😂😂 there wasn’t much there to get frost bitten think that’s what saved him 😂
@@truebluetravellers that’s harsh Jess 🤣🤣
OMG - you guys are livin the dream - that is just stunning - and not without its challenges but thank you for bringing us the beauty of such an untouched, natural and beautiful place
Thanks so much, we pinch ourselves regularly!! Untouched is a great description 💙💙
@@truebluetravellers Can't wait to see next week's - you guys are really amazing - hope you are cozy and safe whereever you are! (Middle aged English lady living on the fringes of London that's been a few places and loves to travel)
Great times. That cabin looked amazing.
Thanks Rick 😁👍👍
Are you planning to ever visit the Nordic countries in the summertime? If you do, make sure you visit the Norwegian Emigrant Museum. In the open air portion of the museum, is a Lutheran church that once stood on a ridge just outside of my hometown in southeastern Minnesota. It was dismantled piece by piece, then shipped to Norway, and then rebuilt.
What a cool little fact! I love stuff like this. We’d love to visit in the summer too, be amazing to see the midnight sun and how different it is
What an amazing journey you are having, each video we watch just gets better and better and better, carry on enjoying your trip and experience of a lifetime, can’t wait for the next vlog 😊
That’s such a lovely compliment thank you. We have had such an incredible time, almost doesn’t seem real!
@@truebluetravellers looks very magical indeed
Brilliant video thank for sharing.looking forward to next week video.keep safe both 👍
Thanks very much 😁
another outstanding video - what an adventure! without doubt the best CZcams channel. Safe travels
Thanks very much 😁👍
Another brilliant vlog guys, once again I'm like you Jon, in anywhere like museums I just look and walk away, my wife stands and reads all info then tells me. The blogs you do are so natural and not staged, that's what makes them so good. Again looking forward to the next one. Take care and stay safe.
Seems your both lucky to have a good woman by your side 😂💙thanks ever so much mate that’s really kind of you to say
Another Awesome video :) Thanks Guys / Gals
Thanks 😁👍
Beautiful pictures and you are sooooo funny 🤣
Thanks 😁😁
Great video as always guys
Thanks 😁😁😁
Love your channel and enjoy each vlog. Just to let you know there are free bothies all over the Scottish Highlands for hill walkers. Check one out the next time you come back to visit us.
👍👍thanks mate will do 👍
Thank you for this video. Amazing.
Thanks 😁😁
@@truebluetravellers What an amazing experience. 😀
Masterchef, or the world ' Grotnoodle ' championships are calling!
I think we should see more of Jess driving. With all those natural Rally Stages I think she'd be a natural at drifting the back end out.
Only the lack of plant machinery let the video down this week..
Excellent, people's.
Safe, happy travels 👍
😂😂😂 you know it 😉 Will get on it for the next one mate 👍 thank you 💙
Absolutely love, watching your videos guys. Keep up the good work. Regards Matt
Thanks Matt, it’s much appreciated 💙
love it, yes, cabins and wooden floors are somewhat uncomfortable unless you have stocked up suitably on alcohol. As a bothy user in Scotland, an inflatable mattress is a must if you want sleep. Bothying is very similar to those cabins, a real joy and often share them with really interesting people. Another brilliant blog and thanks you for no snow angels this time.
😂😂😂 I was about to reply to the naked snow angel coment and then saw your profile name, which made me chuckle, I’ll grow up one day 🤦♂️
@@truebluetravellers - don't, there is no fun in that at all. My grandchildren keep me young, sometimes struggle to make double figures lol
Really good episode thank you 👍🙂 Im the same as you John rarely have more than 4 or 5 hours sleep, anymore and I don't sleep the next night. Gives me more time for searching for more tools online 😂
😂😂😂 Good man!!! Excellent use of the additional time too 👌
The production quality just keeps getting better and better, you really have a natural talent for producing this content. Better than the telly!
That’s such a kind compliment thanks so much 💙💙 means a lot
One form of wood you don’t want in bed 😃😃✅
Great vid as always
😂😂😂😂 thanks 😁👍
See we moan about bit of snow look how much you've been in.lovely views .Great video guys.
😂😂😂😂 thanks mate 👍
Great video guys 😊
Thanks very much 💙