What is it like living in Longyearbyen? | Visiting the vet + post office etc | SVALBARD
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- čas přidán 19. 10. 2021
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We hang out in Longyearbyen for the day as we run all our errands! We visit the post office, the vets, have lunch at a café and more!
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Cecilia Blomdahl is originally from Sweden and moved to Svalbard 6 years ago. She works as a photographer and videographer in Longyearbyen, and with her social media channels. Check her out on tiktok and instagram! Here on youtube she posts videos about her daily life in her cabin with her boyfriend and her dog Grim, living just outside of Longyearbyen. Subscribe for videos about her daily life as well as adventures on an island close to the North Pole. They have polar bears there!
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OMG Grim is such a happy camper with his new toy! And did I just see Grim walking in the kitchen voluntarily? Took him a while, good to see he doesn't think the floor will eat him anymore..! 😄
@Aubrey you need to contact your local hotline for abuse victims and relocate to a safe house. Nobody needs to tolerate abuse, especially in a relationship. You deserve better!
The tension between me packing up my whole life and moving to Svalbard is VERY strong right now
I hear this in my soul. 😑
Tell me about it
Just remember; Cats are banned from being brought there. There's only 1 in all of Svalbard.
@@sylvrscorpyn do you know why that is so? 🥺🥺
@@stingthekitty To protect the wildlife.
Who would have thought that something that connects us in completely different worlds is carrying our laundry to the machines in a blue IKEA bag haha
I like how the dog goes running across in the distance at about 14:00 then just disappears! Looks like he’s the invisible dog!
It’s so cute to watch Grim treat the hard floors like lava. He doesn’t like slipping. 💙
My mom has had to put rugs all over her house for this reason! 🤣
Hi Cecilia, I have just finished reading a book about Scandinavia. It said that scandinavian men often don't talk much but scandinavian women are very talkative so they make up for it. 😄 I can kind of see this with you guys! 😊😇
Your videos give me so much comfort, Cecilia! I’m so glad you share your life with us!
Such a neat idea (to record this ordinary day stuff)!!! I love to travel without needing to bundle up or get dressed even. I love to be "taken along" and all of the very useful information that to read about it a book would be far less entertaining. Thanks!
I am so glad that you enjoyed it! 😍
The scenery there is something else. A wave from England to everyone up in Svalbard!
At first I was like "There's a wave going from England to Svalbard??" You know, like an ocean wave....
I'll leave now
A second wave from England 🏴🏴 to,show how much we love this channel 😀😀
@@annglaister least you knew what I meant 🤣👋
@@matthewviramontes3131 one of these 👋
Having green plants, indoors, especially during dark winter days, is uplifting. Enjoyed seeing a glimpse of places in the village.
Hey Cecilia, good choice in the indoor plants. They look quite hardy to me. very important not to overwater, particularly in Winter when they aren't growing. Put your finger in the pot to check if it needs water. if the soil is wet or damp leave it. Occasionally you can spray the leaves or wipe them with a little water to get the dust off to keep the leaves healthy. Oh and another thing- don't let water sit in the bottom of the outside(decorative) pot. Let it drain in the shower or sink before you put it back in the outside pot. Hope this helps :)
"I got you something. It farts!" 🤣I glad that plant survived the cold car! The pothos can live without much light. I keep almost 60 plants right now. They bring joy and fresh air; you'll love them!
😂😂 Oh wow that is so many plants! Then I know who to go to for advice 😊 Do you have any recommendations on grow lights? 😊
@@CeciliaBlomdahl Yes, I got out of control and my husband told me I am 'not allowed' to bring home more. 😅 Personally, I like these: Viparspectra LED series if they are available. They use less electricity and have dimmers.
I also heard good things about the SANSI brand but I have no experience with them.
We love you Christoffer! A main character of this show. You are great! Love your hat. Thanks Cecilia for taking good care of Christoffer. Hope to see more of his adventures. And also Grimm!
Not sure if anyone else recommended this already, you can purchase a manually operated washing machine. They’re really small and consume little water. And you can use that for your gym clothes, etc. ☺️
It was a pleasure to visit there 18 months ago...now spotting all the places we visited....
I love it when you say one oye oye oye we say that all time in Wisconsin🇺🇸❤️
Does anyone in Svalbard grow any of their own fruits or veggies inside of their homes? Would be a fun hobby! All you need is a little area and a grow light. Lettuce is especially easy indoors you could make a little side money doing that too 👍
Depends on the cost of electricity maybe? Guess its not that cheap
Would love to be there for Christmas so peaceful and beautiful.
It's incredible here for Christmas! 😊
It appears you bought a Devil's Ivy. They're tough. Will give and give. Off cuts can be put in water and they will survive this way, and grow. The other one looks like a Peace Lily ... dark leaves do better in low light. They are air purifiers too. Suggest you purchase a moisture guage as over watering is the main culprit leading up to 'death by overcare'. Remember room heating dries the soil out more. Keep away from the wood fire. Suggest a slow release fertiliser (organic is best). If you come across a Snake Plant, another air cleaner, and indestructible. They're those upright architectural looking plants. Jade. Anything with thicker leaves are mostly human resistent. Enjoy 🌱
👏🏾 you literally just helped me with my plants, I don’t have a green thumb, but definitely taking your advice! My plant babies thank you 🌱 🪴🤗🤗
Just water, love, and , talk to the plants everyday. Vines are the easiest plants to care for.
I have a growing light for my living room which is pretty dark, especially during Canadian winter (no polar nights, but very short days). They work so well!
Grim was soo happy to have that toy, how adorable.
Try getting a large "KONG" toy----you can put food in it/place in freezer it will keep Grimmie occupied for hours so no loss of squeaky toy"arms and legs" (plus no risk of of needing bowel surgery to remove toy parts)!!❄💙❄💙
Heck - much of the year you could just put it outside on top of the grill (or someplace else he can’t reach).
Yes! Our GSD has never destroyed a Kong toy.
I hate Kong. The only Kong toy that has lasted is that bell shape toy that you put food or treats into which I do really love. Every other Kong product does not hold up to a dog (Samoyed) that is a chewer. I have bought them all. And don't ever believe when it says Tough Fabric 😂. It's a lie. You want a something to chew on. Go spend the money on a large Antler (real).
Biting bones work too, as they clean their teeth and gums at the same time. Säg hej till Grim! :D
I bought my dog a toy that was supposed to be tough. It was made out of firehouse. She had a hole in it in about 30 minutes. She destroys her toys to get the squeakers out. Then she walks around with the squeakers in her mouth, squeaking it
Some advise on your plants, in colder climates it's best to keep them up off the floor and away from windows or doors so they don't freeze in the super cold nights
Thanks for the tips! I just put my floor one on the sofa table to give it some warmer temp! 😍
Have you considered getting a portable washing machine for you work out gear? There are some that don't use that much water and you can hang dry your clothes afterwards. They also tend to be small so you can maybe store it away somewhere out of sight. I'm getting one soon because I live in an apartment that constantly has water shut offs lol🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️
If you get bored of the icy scene, drive 2Km round the coast to the Airport and fly to your other home...
Laundry in an IKEA bag! Classic!
Hi guys, Svalbard seems to be a really cool place to live, and it's getting cooler by the day at this time of year...(dad joke). I should say that what you need in the steep slope at the car is a "landscaping staircase". You simply lay down two long 2x8 boards down the slope standing on their sides, connect them with 3 feet long boards across at approximately 2 feet apart (also standing on their sides) and then you fill the voids in between with rock and gravel (after you have made a 4 feet wide shallow "channel" without any big rocks where the boards go and with a somewhat even grade. And after you have filed the stairs on the inside also remember to back fill the channel along the outside to make it extra sturdy). If you buy pressure treated wood and build it so the snowplow doesn't reach the top stars, they should last you forever (more or less), and it's not a difficult/expensive stair type to build either, all you really need is a hand saw, a spirit level and a cordless drill with a bit that fits the long wood screws you use to connect the boards... 👍😁
It´s practical, easy to build and melt in good with the environment. The only problem might be the snow 🤔😂
They are not permitted to build on the tundra. There are strict rules about land there and they have maxed out the permitted space with the cabin extension.
Cecilia you are so funny and I love Christopher's manly walk and his uncle Buck hat. Fab video on your everyday life x
It's definitely not the same, but watching your channel gives me some of the same vibes from a place we used to have a cabin. Very remote. Everything was at least 30 minutes away. We didn't even have internet. Makes you focus so much on nature and weather and simple things. Thanks for the reminder!
P.s. I love that black plant pot!
Thanks for the views inside your life. I'd never want to visit a place so cold, and I truly appreciate this look into life inside of a frozen world. It's incredible.
You two are so cute together! Add Grim to the mix--a perfect family!!!!
The vet has toys and everything! So adorable. Our vets only have specialty food and like beginner cat litter and stuff like that. And of course all veterinarian stuff medicine and what not. Then we have a pet hospital that has major stuff for surgery and specialty things. And not every vet takes small animals or large ones. That was a pain. My one cat has asthma her whole life so she has to go to the animal hospital a lot of the time. They are the only ones that have the plexiglass oxygen container for her. Poor girl.
Buy a snake plant. They do well in very little light. Hard to kill lol. Great for cleaning the air too. 🙂
The toy for Grim is top!😀 He deserves more! Even if Grim does a little damage, we will love him forever 😉
He does!! I'm going to make sure to get him a new one every month or two haha 😍
Hi Cecilia, I discovered your channel by chance. Thanks for showing us such a remote and not well known place. Svalbard should give you a special recognition for that. I hope to visit in person one day. In the meantime, I visit through your videos 😀. Greetings from Switzerland. Take care
I love when you show the life in Longyarbyen ! I hop you find a way to keep your plants alive ;-))
With dryness from wood stove a lot of houseplants need daily misting of water. 😁
I love your nails. She is really good. Looks like a nice day out with Christoffer. Awww, Grim is too happy with his toy. Now, let's see if you have a green thumb!
Ew.
Yes, I remember when you bought Christopher that hat... i have been here since last year
Hello from Atlanta, Georgia. My dog T-Bone loves Grimm. My boy is old and has slowed down with age, but he still has a personality similar to Grimm. Love you guys.
awwww cute!
lives in the middle of nowhere and always looks stunning. i know very few people as lucky as her hubby...
Grim and his toy 😭😍😍😍
I will be visiting Svalbard from Texas next July. It is so exciting to watch your videos in anticipation of the trip! I look forward to watching winter come on and then turn into summer again. Thanks so much!
Perhaps you’ll meet miss Cecelia! She’s my favorite channel on utube!
I was going to say you're chicken to visit Svalbard during any other time of the year due to it being so cold, but then I remembered how hot it gets in Texas during summer and that will be a nice escape from it. I lived in Austin for 7 years. =) Hope you can experience everything it has to offer.
Did you visit? How was it?
You amaze me with your cold tolerance. I would never leave home!
hahah I love it! 😂😍
I hate it. Anything under 70 degrees is too cold.
Lol the first thing to go , with my Boxer, is the squeaky piece… allllllll the time!!!!!! 🤣❤️
"we generally only have the one of each" this is such an Irish was to describe this!! i've never heard somebody with a different English dialect speak like this!
Incredible as alwaysss !!!! 😍😍😍😍😍
I love seeing the town. I miss it so much. I came a few years ago to do an Arctic training expedition. Fell right in love with the place. I would love to come back. I’m a Canadian nurse living in the UK. I even wrote to the hospital in Longyearbyren asking if they ever need nurses.
Just so worried they are going to build too much and ruin it. Thanks for you fab videos!
That cafe looks so cozy!!
Oh my goodness! what Grimm did to that toy was so funny! I was laughing so hard when you were holding "his tiny beautiful legs."
This is my first time seeing one of your video's, I love it already
best part of video is grimm we love him so much from L.A. California USA
I definitely suggest a grow light for your plants for sure! They will be much happier with some light. Don't overwater. You're better off letting your plants be dry rather than too wet.
Thanks for the tips! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Enjoy seeing more of the town.
I look forward to your videos so much!! They bring so much peace to my day! Love your personality ❤️
Hi from Scotland. It’s just amazing where you live. Thank you for sharing. Can’t wait for the next one. Xx
lol - I thought you segued into the future to show us Grim with his new green toy then it was a commercial - enjoyed the surprise editing.
Thank you for sharing, this was fun. When you showed Grim's toy after only one hour, I cracked up! Just like my dogs.❤
I just found your channel, and I’m obsessed!! Can’t wait to binge all your videos 🤩
Lovely to see you again and
thank you for the bits of Svalbard facts! 🗻
Loving your videos Cecilia!
The farty crocodile was too cute - and I had to laugh at Grim taking him apart. Our dog takes out all the stuffing to get to the squeaky thing inside. No toys last 🤣
Another great video, thank you.
PS: we bought fake plants for our kitchen as we can’t keep them alive - good luck with your real one 😊
Just found your channel and adore you already. So grateful for technology + the ability to watch you living so close to the north pole! Your attitude is infectious and makes me smile and feel peaceful. Love from east coast USA! ❤
Everytime i watch your videos it feels like i am in a different world, love it, grtz 🇳🇱
I LOVE Christopher’s new hat! He looks very cute!!!
Love your take-a-long videos. Winter is coming! You a Christopher look so cute in your new hats. Doggie loves to Grim❤
Snake Plants are fun to grow. They're good with neglect and require minimal care!
I like Christoffer’s hat best with the ear flaps up the way he had it originally. 😁 Grim had a good time with his gator!
Omg you two look so cute!! Love the hats..it’s sure looking frostier fast with each video over there..gonna be a snowy stormy winter
What a great community you have!
Royal canin is good 👍🏼 it’s best to switch food slowly to avoid tummy upsets.
Almost sled season for you guys. I can't wait for those adventures!!!! As well as my own on my sled in about 4 months here on the norther east coast of USA
Scenery and wonderful landscapes again... 🏔🌨❄
I’m obsessed with gardening it’s the one thing I think I’d miss terribly if living in your amazing place. Good luck with the plants!
I really enjoyed this! 😊
I love your channel so much. Life has been really stressful lately and your videos are so calming to me. Svalbard is on my must visit list now! 🤍
I like these Cecilia. Just a day in your life. We get to see the town and shops.
Your vet has everything. Grim got some cute toys which he destroyed🤣
Thanks again and happy Wednesday. Stay warm.
Awesome video as always ☺️. Grimm is the best even when stealing legs from his toys haha.
It was lovely seeing the drive through town always seems so peaceful. Can’t wait for the next video!
Glad you enjoyed it! 🧡🧡
Grim you always make my heart smile
You are so gorgeous!! Your skin is so flawless!!
You’re videos are like a mental retreat! I love them so much! Thank you! More vids with you’re babe too! He is so shy and so good to you and you to him! Great Couple! 🥰
More of this daily activities videos please , I like it.
It's like a virtual tour of island/town 👍🏼👍🏼
I can’t believe there’s so much snow already
The seasons there seem to change quickly. The first few snowfalls are always so beautiful. Thank you Cecilia for another wonderful video, I always love to see Grim :)
Thank you for taking us along! Loved the video. Kudos to your nail girl, your nails always look awesome!
Thank you so much!! Yeah she is amazing at nails! 😍
Cecilia!!! I LOVE this outfit with the puffy vest and hat and boots and the whole look is perfection!
Every time I turn on one of your vids, I automatically get calm just from the music. Can't wait to see the video. And your face is flawless !
I had no idea this place existed until your channel popped up in my feed! Wowzahs, Arctic living!
So cool to see daily life and businesses. It’s probably hard to film in them but this is one of the coolest videos.
I just started watching your videos and what a delight....truly warm my heart! The farthest north I've traveled so far is Scotland and you've now inspired me to venture further north, perhaps even Svalbard. Plus, love your adorable dog, Grim....I miss mine so much!
Loved looking at your little town. So adorable. I became obsessed with plants during this pandemic. I can’t believe what a difference it’s made with the decor. I pick them up everywhere and replant them. I’ve become quite the green thumb. Grim and his baby was adorable. All dogs love something new to play with.
Me too! I went from knowing nothing about plants to having a small jungle in my house 😂
Christoffer's hat is EPIC! :)
I feel like you need a small bridge to get over that last hill approaching to your car. haha!
Love the plants ~ I talk to mine & they seem to thrive. (I know I'm weird.) And, they give good oxygen for my condo. :)
I’ve been watching your channel since the beginning Cecelia! I don’t always comment but always hit the like 👍 button for you! Your skin looks so glamorous and glowing today too! 🥰💯🤩
I LOVE your choice of background music, in all your videos! 😊
Absolutely beautiful views of the country. Thanks for sharing your story with us that are your fans. Eloquently done by a master of style. That's the way things go sometime. Cold weather conditions and the winter is almost here also. USA.
Hi Cecillia!! I have just subscribed to your channel, and I love it! I am learning so much about other countries, and also I’m enjoying the journey with you! I live in northeast Arkansas,in the United States.
Watching you also helps to lighten my mood. Thank You!!🌸
Loved seeing the vets office. Kind of like a pet store and vet combined! I have a feeling Grim will be getting some toys in the mail now 😄 Also your sense of time is similar to mine. Breakfast at 2 pm😂 I don’t do mornings either.
Your vets office is so much like mine here in the U.S.! I recognize so many brands and toys. It’s nice to see what we have in common. Thanks for the great videos
11:22. That little conveyor belt is funny! 🤣
Philodendron (the plant one you took out) can deal with very low light. It really likes something climb on, and will happily clean your air. You can grow more from cuttings!
Ohhh amazing! Thank you for letting me know what it is! I just did a little cutting and put in water. Hoping to make more plant babies haha 🤣
Love to see how is life in that incredible place!!
i stumble by your channel yesterday .you're amazing .lots of love from Arizona USA