Jon....don't ever change mate, you are such a great couple and Jess is the perfect life partner for you. I know that's a bit mushy but I lost my soulmate last summer, she died after 41 years together, and mate we were just like you two. Our life was filled with fun and laughter much like yours so obviously is. We had a good deal of (Short lived) tiffs during our time together, usually over nothing much, and ALWAYS woke up the next day forgetting any arguments what might have occurred the day before. At the age of 65 I never REALLY have grown up, my 'J' always said that I'm a 13 year old in a man's body.....and she loved me for it. Your vlogs have helped me enormously over the last Seven months and I look forward to seeing so many more.....Happy New Year guys.
Sounds trite thanks to TV, but I’m very sorry for your loss. So pleased that you found each other and were able to have so much time together (and appreciate it) Glad you’ve found things that are helping you get through it. Distraction is indeed a bit of a life saver. Thank goodness for the wonders of the internet that gives us access to wonderful stuff like these guys. Hang in there Kevin, time really does help ❤️🩹
Thanks Kevin and we are so sorry to hear this 🥲, its times like this when I remember how even when things are bad i should still appreciate what we have got as life is so short and cruel sometimes, our thought are with you mate 💪💪💪💙💙💙
My new Saturday morning routine is to get up and put your latest video on. I smile, I laugh, I enjoy the scenery and the banter. I'm then in the happiest mood for the rest of the day. You are such a tonic, whatever you have you should bottle it and sell it! I wish it could be Saturday every day. Safe travels x
WOW ! What an amazing adventure. A couple so in love, breath taking scenery and such professional production the memories that you are creating are priceless 🙏
Naw thanks so much 🥰 that’s so lovely 💙💙 we are so grateful for the chance to share our adventures and to have them recorded for our future, it blows our minds looking back at them now and we’ve only been doing it a year, can’t wait to watch them in 20 years!!
This is my favourite UA-cam channel and content . Two nut jobs but loving life and living life . What more could we ask for !! Respect to you both and keep being you're amazing self , The world needs more people like you in it . Keep shining bright and I hope you both have an amazing 2024 .
Jess, "Pick your feet up" had me laughing. Great vlog Guy's. Truly wonderful scenery. Someone commented that they were glad to see John was back to normal. Normal? Come on.😂😂😂 Love that fella. Stay safe, you two.
The Norwegian Tourist Board is very grateful to you.. 😉. Great footage, funny and informative. It is amazing to follow the both of you.. Looking at the Van so far, except for the hickup before Bergen, it seems to hold on quite good..? As the "real" cold is on its way, really interested how the 'box' is handling the temperatures outside below it was designed for. Take care and stay save!
🥰 thanks so much, it’s hard to do it any kind of justice it’s so beautiful. The camper part of the van is doing brilliantly. It was -25 the other day and we still stayed lovely and warm in the back 😃
Guys we have just found you. We love you! Your so real and relatable. Thank you so much for letting us into your lives. You so need to do a collaboratively with Kingin it!!!! Kara and Nate 1st then King in it then you guys! Criang and Amy are so going to need your help in their new house 🤣. Thank you!!!
😂😂😂😂 thanks guys, we are big fans of them guys too, a bit jealous of the house project to be honest, glad they have found the dream place to settle down in 😁😁
Hi Jess and John - your vids should come with a public health warning - I couldn’t breathe for laughing what with Johns reverse snow angel to the spaniel ears 🤣 🤣 I didn’t think I was a person particularly bothered about views but WOW they are spectacular over there. I’m completely blown away and even more determined to book the cruise to see the Northern Lights. Thank you for taking us along. Safe travels xx
Wow what a totally amazing video from Start to Finish, including you making me grip the side of my chair when you were up the top after the cable car. I thought you were walking towards the edge when suddenly it was like you were going over the side, only to see (drone) wonderful view so high up. The content of the video was superb. John never grow up it’s what gives the channel true interaction with your followers. Jess adore you, your a great couple. See you soon ❤️💙 xxxx
Norway is breathtaking and thank you so much for the amazing footage! However, slight correction not sure John will never be normal 😂😂😂😂 And that’s cool lol😂😂
I am Norwegian and I have never experienced such a cold winter in my 64-year-old life. It is colder than normal throughout the country. But it's OK! 😎 Otherwise, very nice video from Norway. Brilliant!
Yes, you're right, I lived through some vicious winters in Britain, where cities were at a standstill. The earth is a marvellous self-regulating environment for all life. It goes through cycles of adjustment, and sometimes it goes through periods where it needs to cool down or warm up. Therefore, it is wise to accept the fact that we have to adapt to these periods of correction in the weather patterns. After the horrible winters of the 40s, 50s and 60s, Britain needed to warm up, and in76, we had a very hot summer to bring up the temperature. The process is ongoing, and now we are cooling down again, one assumes,in order at some point, that we may experience a glorious summer once again.
Scenery is lovely. Im in the Jess camp on the sleep at least 8 hours. Ive been laid up with flu all week so catching vids here and there when i have the energy.
Hey Guys.... Im 54 from Scotland (Glasgow)...not a Socials person (although i understand it all ... the autosegmentation)....loving your channel....its the only thing i have watched regularly on UA-cam ( I dip in and dip out). Just a quick intervention.... Johnny Boy.......... Get a ring on the finger of that beautiful lassie.... before she gets fed up and has a bad day and goes somewhere else where someone else does! I know you said earlier that you don't both believe in marriage or understand the need, but let me tell you that it does make you feel different, better, proper and settled (I've led a few lifes, never married for similar reasons as you say - finally got married at 49 and never been happier, dont leave it that long!)- there is nothing wrong with commitment to the "only person I would ever want to travel around the World with"......Somewhere in the Artic , you can find a diamond (a real one!) and Melt the Internet. Regards and keep on keepin' on....Kind Regards Paul xx
That’s so lovely of you thank you!! Nothing like a good shower! Not sure where we are heading exactly still need to finish planning the route 😂 but we might just take you up on that if we are you’re way on thank you 💙
Leave the lady to have 8rs sleep, I'm a light sleeper but when we had our canal boat I would be up and get going and leave my wife and the cat to sleep. Super video guys, till next Saturday ttfn
The toboggan run looked fantastic. The scenery was stunning. The key to a good relationship is not to bottle everything up, therefore a good argument often always helps.
I wonder which came first. The Bergen style hotdog or the Reykjavik style hotdog. Norway is officially on my bucket list. In the meantime I’ll just keep working on my “norsk på Duolingo”. Supposedly Norwegian is one of the easier European languages to learn. However Duo doesn’t do a very good job of explaining/teaching the grammar. And when you’ve also studied German, the lack of grammar instruction is a bit frustrating. Also John, if you ever want to play with a snowblower, you and Jess can come visit us in Wisconsin and play with it to your heart’s desire.
😂😂 yeah I’m not too sure we need one in the uk for the week we have snow sometimes, didn’t realise it was meant to be such an easy language, I like duo too, want to learn Spanish but have been slacking lately 😁
Wow a visual feast of landscapes. Very entertaining. And I really enjoy all the tool references. There's enough girlie channels on YT traveling foreign lands. Thks Jon 4 keeping it blokey.
👍yeah, I’m turning into a bit of a ‘The Sainbury’s Couple’ bore. (That’s what I’ve been told to refer to them as. Yes, I am possibly mentioning them a bit too much…😂)
Happy 2024. The best thing about your videos is that I sit and watch with a constant smile and laugh along at your shenanigans. You are a mood booster. Thanks. 👍😁👍
Amazing roads, cleared but not heavily salted as everyone has winter (and studded) tyres. And knows how to drive in such conditions. Oh and the main issue of folk in Scotland getting pissed off about campers is when they are in flocks and all you can see are a wall of white plywood.
People know how to drive there! Norway was definitely the best for their road clearing. We try to avoid places where anyone else is parked up to stop that exact problem
Never lose you silliness with each other always keep that it’s what keeps lovely relationships like yours alive, lovely video,again some beautiful scenery
Glad your noggin is feeling better John. Bergen looks ace, love how even the Raddison is even in an old wonky building in the 'old town'. Nice dome shot and retaliation Jess 🙂. The pancakes! You'll be in a shadow foamed box of your own soon John if you carry on with that. lol
08:00 had me in stiches what a direct hit , however Jess stole my heart @ 08:29 she a great lady . Loving the vlogs keep them coming I know they are time consuming putting it all together but its well worth the effort , excellent production
Beautiful scenery, did almoust the same trip beginning of December unfortunately alone as my Partner passed away a month earlier . Lovely to see such a couple with so much love.
That Norwegian attempt on the phone was too cute 🧡😃 well done. Only thing as someone else mentioned maybe tires w metal spikes an option but kinda pricey I guess. Lookin forward to next week, nice 2 follow you along u both have such good energy.
Oohh surprise intro for a van trouble shoot... Kind of interesting but I know John can fix it. The worst thing is if there will be a parts to be replace and your in the middle of nowhere. I know it will not happen to that van. As I see the van is well maintained. Take care always and stay safe ❤
Truly superb. The thing that amazed me about Scandinavia is that everything still works in winter. No dramas. No excuses. We are destined to spend our lives waiting for management, Jon. But that's the price if you want pancakes for breakfast. Onwards. Safe, happy travels 👍
The ground under Bryggen is very unstable, and causes major damage to the buildings. Falling water levels and incurable rot damage mean that some of Bergen's top tourist attractions at Vågen sink every year.
Another fantastic vlog. Thanks for taking us along. I was in Norway a few months ago and went around the roundabout in the tunnel. It was quite surreal! In Alensund the metal benches by the water front are heated. A nice place to park your bottom when it's cold :) Happy New Year and stay safe x
The machine you put the sleds in is not a snowblower but a "tråkkemaskin", it makes ski tracks or in your case just a flat hard surface that you sled on.
Natural pancakes are the best! We’re here to give a second opinion if you want one Jess. Though if he was nervous with the blinds open, i cant imagine how he’d be about youproudly displaying em on the interwebs!
That toboggan run looked amazing. Reminds me of the time my bro got married in Lapland and the day before the wedding he tobogganed down a hill hitting a pile of snow and ragdolled in the air. It was funny when we found out he was fine but that guy is crazy.
This latest video (Outstanding in every respect!) had me re-living and re-tracing (on Google Earth) a trip I made in summer some 40 years back. Took the train Oslo to Bergen via Myrdal where I took the Flamsbana railway down to Flam at the end of the Aurlansfjord. One of the steepest, thirstiest railways in the world which has been rated in the top ten most beautiful rail journeys wordwide. Not sure of the winter timetables but maybe try and fit it in on the way back south? Safe travels chaps. So looking forward to the next episode 😊 Pete
About the Temperature thing - The UK has high humidity so when it's cold there is still moisture in the air and on your skin that pulls heat away, think sweating in winter which is why it always feels colder in the UK that it is. In Norway it is so cold there is no water in the air as it's all frozen so it doesn't feel as cold as your skin and more pleasant. (unless it's snowing or you go to crazy low temperatures ofcourse)
Absolutely breathtaking scenery So glad John is better as even though I don't know you guys I was a bit worried lol. I can imagine you would have tiffs being in such a small place all the time but it's good that they don't last long. Happy New year to you both. Can't wait for the next one x
A brilliant vlog as usual and the scenery gets even more beautiful, if that’s possible. Thank you for bringing us along with you. We had the air mass metre go on our VW but luckily we had a VW truck at the time hubby just swooped them over and it worked so bought a new one for the camper and solved the problem 👋👋👋
I live in Finland and we went on a skiing trip with the boys in Levi a month ago and in less than 200 km the outside temperature changed from -9°C in Rovaniemi to -25°C in Levi, so you should think about what you wear in these nordic weather.
Well what an adventure your having, loving the enthusiasm, looks gorgeous you are a joy to watch John a tad enthusiastic on times bless him. Have great week and stay safe 😅
Hope you are able to see the Northern Lights at some point. I guess you have no problems looking for Birthday & Christmas presents for John - "Snap-on" voucher every time. "Brilliant Bit Of Kit" :-)
Stunning! The scenery (and banter😂) has really come into it's own this week. I think a lot of us blokes run on 6 hours sleep, it's probably why we don't live as long. The key to not making it any shorter is to let the lady get her full 8 hours 😉
Wow wow ... absolutely first class... looks wonderful and so much fun.. and jess don't take any notice of what john says about your two fried eggs.. I saw them through the blurr away app.. they are two fine Babs..😂😅.. jaful der General..
You two seem to have the best fun on your adventures. We thought that the Atlantic road was too short and it wasn't helped by the sea mist rolling in when we got there but we then went up to Trollstiegen which was the most fantastic drive! Im looking forward to seeing your next video. Keep them coming.
Thanks very much, sometimes the weather is so frustrating hey, it’s so hot and miss to weather u can see the beauty of the place of now but when the good days come it’s incredible 😁
WOW!!!!! 😲😳 Absolutely breathtaking scenery 🌲❄️🌨️☃️ Looks amazing & you get to play in the snow 🛷 brilliant, however, I think I would’ve passed out on that cable car, OMG😱 I’m not even sure I would’ve been able to get on it in the first place, but the ride down looked so much fun. Glad you managed to fix the van, hopefully she stays running as she should 🤞🏻no more hiccups. Anyway, Jon, stop being annoying & there won’t be any more tiffs, let Jess get ready at her leisure, there’s no rush, so pack it in 🫵🏼🤣😂🤣😂 Absolutely love you two, can’t wait for next weeks antics, I mean, adventure lol 🤦🏼♀️🤣😂🤣 see you Saturday🫶🏼 💙✌🏻x
Sarah sounds like a good and sensible woman 💙😂 thanks very much. We felt that for the first time at the Arctic circle and it’s like nothing we’ve ever experienced!!
no way.... could I go down that hill without breaking something, scary fun... fantastic scenery, but I still dislike the cold with a passion.... take care you two..
Also make sure to take the Coast road when you go North, a bit more ferries but a lot nicer view. And you must take a trip down Lofoten. On your way back you need to stop in Kragerø and buy some propper sausages from the butcher and Arendal witch combined with Bergen inspred the movie Frozen. Get some new warmer clothes as well, ask the locals and they give you some tips (like putting newspaper as a sole in your boots).
@@E-Norway unfortunately we didn’t as the roads were an ice rink and it was such bad weather we couldn’t even see the mountains, will have to visit another time tho
I did the Arctic Adventure, in the SUMMER of 2014 with my son and some mates in our Lotus 7 replicas that we built. Loving your adventures as it brings back incredible memories and creates a whole load of new ones! Norway also beautiful in the Summer, but the snow is a whole other dimension! I'd recommend Norway to anyone who wants a roadtrip adventure. Keep doing what you do guys. ❤
Loving this series and loving the Guy Martin Merch John is wearing!!! Maybe John should challenge Guy to a World Record attempt on the Tobbogan run !!? Thanks for sharing your amazing adventure, can't wait for the next video. Love to you both - stay safe....
What a beautiful adventure! And the sled ride looked so much fun but really scary. Love John's reverse snow Angel... lol ... don't think he expected such a face full of snow😂😂😂😂. Hau'oli Makahiki Hou as we say in Hawai'i! Say Jess ..... when are you going to pay John back with a snowball fight 😂😂😂😂 Looking forward to y'alls next adventure! Stay warm ..... Much Aloha!!!❤🤙🌈🥰🍾🎊🎉
It wheels spins sometimes but only if I’m a bit aggressive with acceleration, they groove the ice which gives quite allot of grip and it’s strange but the snow over the ice makes it a bit better, not had to use the shovel yet but if I lived here I would definitely use studded tyres as I’ve heard they are much better 👍
Sounds great, I was a bit worried that your tires would not work. I have met many winter travellers without winter tires driving only half the speed limit because they did not have any grip. People driving 40 in the 80 km/h are almost always making a queue.
Great! Glad you're both OK, the snow SW of Norway has been unbelievable was watching it on UA-cam! The kids had sledges like that, once bought it never snowed in the UK enough to use them, came out just the once in Germany!😂😂😂
We’ve been so lucky to dodge the weather. It’s been crazy cold in some parts too so very lucky on that front. 😂 at least they are a beautiful ornament! Just say you’ve decorated in Scandi style!! 💙
It is actually possible to see moskus from the road. 22:06 🦣
Did you drive over the whole Dovrefjell E6 from Ålesund to Trondheim, or just dipped down E6 or RV65 from E39?
They can be seen on the westside or E6. But I have only seen them in the summer..
I have seen it too
Oh really that would be so cool
I can’t remember now but i think we did the e6
I don't think it's possible for John to talk about about a tool and not add "Brilliant bit of kit." At the end 😂
😂😂😂 went into a Norwegian tool shop yesterday he was like a kid in a candy shop 😂
Probably says the same about his own tool.🤣
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I dont think John is ok..has he bought any tools? He needs his tool therapy.😊
@@ericsebina256 😂😂😂
Breathtaking country,
It truly is 🥰🇳🇴💙
Jon....don't ever change mate, you are such a great couple and Jess is the perfect life partner for you. I know that's a bit mushy but I lost my soulmate last summer, she died after 41 years together, and mate we were just like you two. Our life was filled with fun and laughter much like yours so obviously is. We had a good deal of (Short lived) tiffs during our time together, usually over nothing much, and ALWAYS woke up the next day forgetting any arguments what might have occurred the day before. At the age of 65 I never REALLY have grown up, my 'J' always said that I'm a 13 year old in a man's body.....and she loved me for it. Your vlogs have helped me enormously over the last Seven months and I look forward to seeing so many more.....Happy New Year guys.
Sounds trite thanks to TV, but I’m very sorry for your loss. So pleased that you found each other and were able to have so much time together (and appreciate it) Glad you’ve found things that are helping you get through it. Distraction is indeed a bit of a life saver. Thank goodness for the wonders of the internet that gives us access to wonderful stuff like these guys. Hang in there Kevin, time really does help ❤️🩹
Thanks Kevin and we are so sorry to hear this 🥲, its times like this when I remember how even when things are bad i should still appreciate what we have got as life is so short and cruel sometimes, our thought are with you mate 💪💪💪💙💙💙
I’m 73 and thought that was the best fun videos ever as my old mate said you’re only young once but you can be juvenile all your life 👍🥸🐶😜
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😂😂 love it 👌
My new Saturday morning routine is to get up and put your latest video on. I smile, I laugh, I enjoy the scenery and the banter. I'm then in the happiest mood for the rest of the day. You are such a tonic, whatever you have you should bottle it and sell it! I wish it could be Saturday every day. Safe travels x
Same here Pete! 😊
Same!
💯% agree
Oh Pete, you’ve made my day 💙💙 what a wonderfully kind thing to say. To know it makes you smile means a lot. Thank you 😘
Yep. Total agreement from me too. 👍👏
WOW ! What an amazing adventure. A couple so in love, breath taking scenery and such professional production the memories that you are creating are priceless 🙏
Naw thanks so much 🥰 that’s so lovely 💙💙 we are so grateful for the chance to share our adventures and to have them recorded for our future, it blows our minds looking back at them now and we’ve only been doing it a year, can’t wait to watch them in 20 years!!
Guys your something else, you presentation, editing etc is brilliant, must be hard work producing this , good luck, can’t wait till the next one 👍
That’s so kind of you to say 💙 it is a lot of work but we love making it and being able to share it. Really appreciate 💙💙
love your chemistry together. real vibe. keep it up x
What a lovely thing to say thank you 💙
This is my favourite UA-cam channel and content . Two nut jobs but loving life and living life . What more could we ask for !! Respect to you both and keep being you're amazing self , The world needs more people like you in it . Keep shining bright and I hope you both have an amazing 2024 .
That’s such a lovely comment. And it means allot so thanks 🥰💙😁
Jess, "Pick your feet up" had me laughing. Great vlog Guy's. Truly wonderful scenery.
Someone commented that they were glad to see John was back to normal. Normal? Come on.😂😂😂 Love that fella. Stay safe, you two.
😂😂😂 Jon and normal don’t even go in the same sentence 😂😂 so glad you enjoyed it thanks for coming with us 💙
this is what wild motorhoming is all about,everything is just perfection,the scenery,the camper,the filming..well done you both
Thanks very much 👍👍
The Norwegian Tourist Board is very grateful to you.. 😉. Great footage, funny and informative. It is amazing to follow the both of you.. Looking at the Van so far, except for the hickup before Bergen, it seems to hold on quite good..? As the "real" cold is on its way, really interested how the 'box' is handling the temperatures outside below it was designed for. Take care and stay save!
🥰 thanks so much, it’s hard to do it any kind of justice it’s so beautiful. The camper part of the van is doing brilliantly. It was -25 the other day and we still stayed lovely and warm in the back 😃
John Is so lucky you're an Aussie and so laid back when it comes to his jokes.
😂😂😂😂 your right there 😂👍
Guys we have just found you. We love you! Your so real and relatable. Thank you so much for letting us into your lives. You so need to do a collaboratively with Kingin it!!!! Kara and Nate 1st then King in it then you guys! Criang and Amy are so going to need your help in their new house 🤣. Thank you!!!
😂😂😂😂 thanks guys, we are big fans of them guys too, a bit jealous of the house project to be honest, glad they have found the dream place to settle down in 😁😁
Hi Jess and John - your vids should come with a public health warning - I couldn’t breathe for laughing what with Johns reverse snow angel to the spaniel ears 🤣 🤣
I didn’t think I was a person particularly bothered about views but WOW they are spectacular over there. I’m completely blown away and even more determined to book the cruise to see the Northern Lights. Thank you for taking us along. Safe travels xx
😂😂😂Thanks very much, it truest is an incredible place over here 🇳🇴💙
Wow what a totally amazing video from Start to Finish, including you making me grip the side of my chair when you were up the top after the cable car. I thought you were walking towards the edge when suddenly it was like you were going over the side, only to see (drone) wonderful view so high up. The content of the video was superb. John never grow up it’s what gives the channel true interaction with your followers. Jess adore you, your a great couple. See you soon ❤️💙 xxxx
Thanks very much Stewart the cable car gets me every time, Jon doesn’t help the matter 🤦♀️😂😁💙
Excellent! Norway is stunning and you’re showing it brilliantly. Glad that John is back to normal after the head bump. 😊
Thanks very much Jonathan 👍👍👍👍
Norway is breathtaking and thank you so much for the amazing footage! However, slight correction not sure John will never be normal 😂😂😂😂 And that’s cool lol😂😂
@@sharonlong8177 Normals relative I guess 😂
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I am Norwegian and I have never experienced such a cold winter in my 64-year-old life. It is colder than normal throughout the country. But it's OK! 😎
Otherwise, very nice video from Norway. Brilliant!
Thanks very much 😁😁💙
Yes, you're right, I lived through some vicious winters in Britain, where cities were at a standstill. The earth is a marvellous self-regulating environment for all life. It goes through cycles of adjustment, and sometimes it goes through periods where it needs to cool down or warm up. Therefore, it is wise to accept the fact that we have to adapt to these periods of correction in the weather patterns. After the horrible winters of the 40s, 50s and 60s, Britain needed to warm up, and in76, we had a very hot summer to bring up the temperature. The process is ongoing, and now we are cooling down again, one assumes,in order at some point, that we may experience a glorious summer once again.
Scenery is lovely. Im in the Jess camp on the sleep at least 8 hours. Ive been laid up with flu all week so catching vids here and there when i have the energy.
Hope your feeling better soon 💙💙
Hey Guys.... Im 54 from Scotland (Glasgow)...not a Socials person (although i understand it all ... the autosegmentation)....loving your channel....its the only thing i have watched regularly on UA-cam ( I dip in and dip out). Just a quick intervention.... Johnny Boy.......... Get a ring on the finger of that beautiful lassie.... before she gets fed up and has a bad day and goes somewhere else where someone else does! I know you said earlier that you don't both believe in marriage or understand the need, but let me tell you that it does make you feel different, better, proper and settled (I've led a few lifes, never married for similar reasons as you say - finally got married at 49 and never been happier, dont leave it that long!)- there is nothing wrong with commitment to the "only person I would ever want to travel around the World with"......Somewhere in the Artic , you can find a diamond (a real one!) and Melt the Internet. Regards and keep on keepin' on....Kind Regards Paul xx
If you're coming to Helsinki and need a proper shower or sauna, drop me a line... Happy trails!!
That’s so lovely of you thank you!! Nothing like a good shower! Not sure where we are heading exactly still need to finish planning the route 😂 but we might just take you up on that if we are you’re way on thank you 💙
Leave the lady to have 8rs sleep, I'm a light sleeper but when we had our canal boat I would be up and get going and leave my wife and the cat to sleep. Super video guys, till next Saturday ttfn
You sound like a top class man Dave!!! 💙 thanks so much, we really appreciate it
The toboggan run looked fantastic. The scenery was stunning. The key to a good relationship is not to bottle everything up, therefore a good argument often always helps.
😂😂😂 there’s no bottles in this house 😂😂 thanks very much 😁
I wonder which came first. The Bergen style hotdog or the Reykjavik style hotdog.
Norway is officially on my bucket list. In the meantime I’ll just keep working on my “norsk på Duolingo”. Supposedly Norwegian is one of the easier European languages to learn. However Duo doesn’t do a very good job of explaining/teaching the grammar. And when you’ve also studied German, the lack of grammar instruction is a bit frustrating.
Also John, if you ever want to play with a snowblower, you and Jess can come visit us in Wisconsin and play with it to your heart’s desire.
😂😂 yeah I’m not too sure we need one in the uk for the week we have snow sometimes, didn’t realise it was meant to be such an easy language, I like duo too, want to learn Spanish but have been slacking lately 😁
Wow a visual feast of landscapes. Very entertaining. And I really enjoy all the tool references. There's enough girlie channels on YT traveling foreign lands. Thks Jon 4 keeping it blokey.
😂😂 cheers mate 👍👍
I love you guys! you are amazing. my favourite people on the Internet at the minute!
👍yeah, I’m turning into a bit of a ‘The Sainbury’s Couple’ bore. (That’s what I’ve been told to refer to them as. Yes, I am possibly mentioning them a bit too much…😂)
Thanks eddy 💙💙
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Happy 2024.
The best thing about your videos is that I sit and watch with a constant smile and laugh along at your shenanigans.
You are a mood booster. Thanks. 👍😁👍
Thanks very much Johnny 👍👍👍
Absolutely breathtaking scenery, the toboggan looked so much fun 😂, thank you for taking us along with you...stay safe on your travels ❤🇬🇧
Yeah, really envious of the toboggan run- looked a blast!😊
Thanks very much Sharon, it was a blast 💙
We, as viewers, only get to see the stunning scenery because of your brilliant cinematography, It really is top quality. A big well done from me.
Thanks very much mate 👍👍👍
Amazing roads, cleared but not heavily salted as everyone has winter (and studded) tyres. And knows how to drive in such conditions.
Oh and the main issue of folk in Scotland getting pissed off about campers is when they are in flocks and all you can see are a wall of white plywood.
People know how to drive there! Norway was definitely the best for their road clearing. We try to avoid places where anyone else is parked up to stop that exact problem
Simply 🤯
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Never lose you silliness with each other always keep that it’s what keeps lovely relationships like yours alive, lovely video,again some beautiful scenery
That’s such a lovely thing to say 💙 we are fans of the silliness 😂
Football socks with a bit of sand in the bottom are the best to dangle over the face and nuzzle. 😉
I think given Jon’s performance today I think he’s the rare and endangered one ! Great video and giggle though.
😂😂😂😂 pmsl
Doesn't take much for Jon to get his tool out... 😮 "The old girl made it to Bergen"..... and so did the van.. 😋
😂😂😂 Cheeky bugger! Love the bants 💙
Glad your noggin is feeling better John. Bergen looks ace, love how even the Raddison is even in an old wonky building in the 'old town'. Nice dome shot and retaliation Jess 🙂. The pancakes! You'll be in a shadow foamed box of your own soon John if you carry on with that. lol
😂😂😂 cheers mate 👍👍
Wow wow wow, the amount of work you put in to your vids is unbelievable. In my opinion the most professional on UA-cam. Norway looks gorgeous
That means allot to us so thanks 🥰💙
08:00 had me in stiches what a direct hit , however Jess stole my heart @ 08:29 she a great lady . Loving the vlogs keep them coming I know they are time consuming putting it all together but its well worth the effort , excellent production
Little bugger! Fairs fair 😂😂 so lovely to hear you enjoy it, thanks ever so much 💙💙
Woah! Amazing content… what a couple.. what a trip! And pancakes too! ❤
😂😂😂🤦♀️ honestly what am I do do with him 😂 thanks so much, it’s been incredible 💙
@@truebluetravellers hes a keeper... so just tolerate him... we guys love him.. and you. Happy New Year
Beautiful scenery, did almoust the same trip beginning of December unfortunately alone as my Partner passed away a month earlier . Lovely to see such a couple with so much love.
Sending you all our love and thoughts 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙💙
It snow joke in those tempreratures but you look happy, thank you for taking us along, stay safe.👍 And who doesn't love a couple of pancakes?
😂😂😂 Jon won’t be seeing any pancakes for a long time
BTW, John good on ya re diagnosing that Mass Airflow Sensor and cleaning it out! Jess, my wife loves you! She has suggested that you are a Saint! LOL!
😂😂😂 she is lucky to have me hey grant 😂😂
That Norwegian attempt on the phone was too cute 🧡😃 well done. Only thing as someone else mentioned maybe tires w metal spikes an option but kinda pricey I guess. Lookin forward to next week, nice 2 follow you along u both have such good energy.
Thanks very much 🥰
Oohh surprise intro for a van trouble shoot...
Kind of interesting but I know John can fix it.
The worst thing is if there will be a parts to be replace and your in the middle of nowhere.
I know it will not happen to that van. As I see the van is well maintained.
Take care always and stay safe ❤
Thanks very much, bad news is that it’s playing up again 🤦♂️👍
Truly superb.
The thing that amazed me about Scandinavia is that everything still works in winter. No dramas. No excuses.
We are destined to spend our lives waiting for management, Jon. But that's the price if you want pancakes for breakfast.
Onwards.
Safe, happy travels 👍
lol!
Thanks so much and couldn’t agree more 😂😂😂 Brilliant, cheers mate 👍
What a scenery, looks stunning and what a trip, beautiful. And you two, I am laughing my ass of🤣
💙 thanks so much, it’s beautiful, so great to hear it makes you laugh 😊
The old saying, you know, about getting your beauty sleep! Think we can tell who is and who isn’t getting enough🤔
😂😂😂😂 Excellent 😂
The ground under Bryggen is very unstable, and causes major damage to the buildings. Falling water levels and incurable rot damage mean that some of Bergen's top tourist attractions at Vågen sink every year.
Blimey, that’s crazy
Absolutely epic ❤️ comedy is awesome too keep it up guys ❤️❤️❤️
So great to hear that it makes you laugh❤
You two are a breath of fresh air.
Thanks mate 😁👍
Another fantastic vlog. Thanks for taking us along. I was in Norway a few months ago and went around the roundabout in the tunnel. It was quite surreal! In Alensund the metal benches by the water front are heated. A nice place to park your bottom when it's cold :) Happy New Year and stay safe x
What a cool fact!!! I love that! So glad to hear you enjoyed it 💙 thanks so much you too
The machine you put the sleds in is not a snowblower but a "tråkkemaskin", it makes ski tracks or in your case just a flat hard surface that you sled on.
It’s a cool machine 👍
They make tracks for cross-country skiing
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Natural pancakes are the best! We’re here to give a second opinion if you want one Jess. Though if he was nervous with the blinds open, i cant imagine how he’d be about youproudly displaying em on the interwebs!
😂😂😂 Yes they are 😂💙💪 to be fair don’t think he’d care just doesn’t want me to blind people in the car park 😂
That toboggan run looked amazing. Reminds me of the time my bro got married in Lapland and the day before the wedding he tobogganed down a hill hitting a pile of snow and ragdolled in the air. It was funny when we found out he was fine but that guy is crazy.
😂😂😂😂😂😂 love it 😁👍
This latest video (Outstanding in every respect!) had me re-living and re-tracing (on Google Earth) a trip I made in summer some 40 years back. Took the train Oslo to Bergen via Myrdal where I took the Flamsbana railway down to Flam at the end of the Aurlansfjord. One of the steepest, thirstiest railways in the world which has been rated in the top ten most beautiful rail journeys wordwide. Not sure of the winter timetables but maybe try and fit it in on the way back south?
Safe travels chaps. So looking forward to the next episode 😊
Pete
thirstiest??? I mean twistiest. (if there is such a word).
Thanks Pete, sounds incredible, so glad it brings back so many happy memories for you 💙
About the Temperature thing - The UK has high humidity so when it's cold there is still moisture in the air and on your skin that pulls heat away, think sweating in winter which is why it always feels colder in the UK that it is. In Norway it is so cold there is no water in the air as it's all frozen so it doesn't feel as cold as your skin and more pleasant. (unless it's snowing or you go to crazy low temperatures ofcourse)
Makes sense that 👌👌
You guys!!!! 23 mins is not enough 😂❤❤❤
😂😂😂 thanks 🥰
Im sorry what now!!!!! a roundabout in a tunnel?........... Looks amazing there. Loving these videos. Stay warm and safe both.
I know a roundabout 😂😂
well stuck with you guys, what else could be better , and stuck with Jese's wink *Denisevan outen* could melt any frost,John get yer shorts out 😉
💙💙Naw thanks 💙 don’t he got out in crocs, socks and shorts in -19 to fill up with fuel the other day 😂🤦♀️
Absolutely breathtaking scenery
So glad John is better as even though I don't know you guys I was a bit worried lol. I can imagine you would have tiffs being in such a small place all the time but it's good that they don't last long. Happy New year to you both. Can't wait for the next one x
It’s just incredible, oh that’s so sweet thank you 💙 hope you have a wonderful new year
Can’t wait for your next episode, the article circle is outstanding.
Thanks Neil, it’s something else hey
A brilliant vlog as usual and the scenery gets even more beautiful, if that’s possible. Thank you for bringing us along with you. We had the air mass metre go on our VW but luckily we had a VW truck at the time hubby just swooped them over and it worked so bought a new one for the camper and solved the problem 👋👋👋
Thanks Susan 😁, unfortunately it’s more issues now 🤦♀️
that is so brilliant Love and Hate someone so much.
you two are epic 💞 love you guys 👍🏽
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I live in Finland and we went on a skiing trip with the boys in Levi a month ago and in less than 200 km the outside temperature changed from -9°C in Rovaniemi to -25°C in Levi, so you should think about what you wear in these nordic weather.
Definitely, it’s not a game up here with the weather that’s for sure
Guys I loved the build videos but the travel vlogs have been awesome. The editing, cinematography and backing music gets better with each video!
Oh that’s so lovely thank you 💙💙 so great to hear you enjoy them
Well what an adventure your having, loving the enthusiasm, looks gorgeous you are a joy to watch John a tad enthusiastic on times bless him. Have great week and stay safe 😅
😂😂😂😂 thanks Sandy 😁💙
Hope you are able to see the Northern Lights at some point.
I guess you have no problems looking for Birthday & Christmas presents for John - "Snap-on" voucher every time. "Brilliant Bit Of Kit" :-)
😂😂😂😂😂 brilliant bit of kit 😂😂
A true snowy wonderland stay safe .Happy Trails
Thanks Mike 💙
Stunning! The scenery (and banter😂) has really come into it's own this week. I think a lot of us blokes run on 6 hours sleep, it's probably why we don't live as long. The key to not making it any shorter is to let the lady get her full 8 hours 😉
😂😂😂😂 think your right there
Wow wow ... absolutely first class... looks wonderful and so much fun.. and jess don't take any notice of what john says about your two fried eggs.. I saw them through the blurr away app.. they are two fine Babs..😂😅.. jaful der General..
😂😂😂😂😂pmsl, so funny
Thanks both, the drone shots were something else. Good to see that Johnis back in form and that “The General” has him in check 😉, joke joke!
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Glad you're feeling better
Thanks 👍👍
You two seem to have the best fun on your adventures. We thought that the Atlantic road was too short and it wasn't helped by the sea mist rolling in when we got there but we then went up to Trollstiegen which was the most fantastic drive! Im looking forward to seeing your next video. Keep them coming.
Thanks very much, sometimes the weather is so frustrating hey, it’s so hot and miss to weather u can see the beauty of the place of now but when the good days come it’s incredible 😁
That snowball ambush and WWE tussle was the highlight of my night! You 2 are absolutely hilarious!
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WOW!!!!! 😲😳
Absolutely breathtaking scenery 🌲❄️🌨️☃️
Looks amazing & you get to play in the snow 🛷 brilliant, however, I think I would’ve passed out on that cable car, OMG😱 I’m not even sure I would’ve been able to get on it in the first place, but the ride down looked so much fun.
Glad you managed to fix the van, hopefully she stays running as she should 🤞🏻no more hiccups.
Anyway, Jon, stop being annoying & there won’t be any more tiffs, let Jess get ready at her leisure, there’s no rush, so pack it in 🫵🏼🤣😂🤣😂
Absolutely love you two, can’t wait for next weeks antics, I mean, adventure lol 🤦🏼♀️🤣😂🤣
see you Saturday🫶🏼 💙✌🏻x
😂😂 thanks Louise, I think he listens to you more than he does me so thanks 😂😂💙
Yay thanks i thought i was going nuts sat inside this world for a moment 🙃
💙 glad you enjoyed it
Beautiful video.
Thank you very much!💙
Reverse snow angel made me snort… take care you two. XX
😂😂 me too 😂😂
Can't beat a bit of sausage in your gob. The hot dog - THE HOT DOG! Wow that was a lucky one with the MAF. Great vid you two :) Bloody jetsetters.
😂😂😂👍👍👍 cheers mate
My wife Sarah needs 8-9 hours plus! 😂 I can live off 5-6! 😂 Glad to see Johns alright………one other thing. -24???????
Sarah sounds like a good and sensible woman 💙😂 thanks very much. We felt that for the first time at the Arctic circle and it’s like nothing we’ve ever experienced!!
no way.... could I go down that hill without breaking something, scary fun... fantastic scenery, but I still dislike the cold with a passion.... take care you two..
😂😂😂😂 I have to agree sometimes 😂🥶
Cracking vid guys - Looking forward to the next one.Take care!
Thanks 😁👍💙
Only one thing I can say here. Absolutely brilliant.
😂😂 thanks 😁😁
When the road your driving on looks like a continuation of the toboggan run! ❤
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Also make sure to take the Coast road when you go North, a bit more ferries but a lot nicer view.
And you must take a trip down Lofoten.
On your way back you need to stop in Kragerø and buy some propper sausages from the butcher and Arendal witch combined with Bergen inspred the movie Frozen.
Get some new warmer clothes as well, ask the locals and they give you some tips (like putting newspaper as a sole in your boots).
We are actually in the Lofoten islands now! It’s so beautiful 🤩 we’ve had lots of lovely people share their tips with us which has been great
Hope you visited Henningsvær, actually one of the places I would suggest heving a night in a hotel, waking up there is fantastic
@@E-Norway unfortunately we didn’t as the roads were an ice rink and it was such bad weather we couldn’t even see the mountains, will have to visit another time tho
U.you2 are amazing it’s good to see happy and joyful couple good luck on your adventure ❤
Thanks very much Paul 😁
Norway is beatiful
Absolutely 🤩
Happy new year guys. Keep living the good life in 2024 ❤
Thanks so much. Hope you have a great 2024 too
Absolutely amazing video and please john don't ever grow up 😂😂😂
😂😂😂 I hope not to 😂👍👍
I did the Arctic Adventure, in the SUMMER of 2014 with my son and some mates in our Lotus 7 replicas that we built. Loving your adventures as it brings back incredible memories and creates a whole load of new ones! Norway also beautiful in the Summer, but the snow is a whole other dimension! I'd recommend Norway to anyone who wants a roadtrip adventure. Keep doing what you do guys. ❤
Thanks very much, it’s truly an epic place hey 👍
Beautiful scenery, thank you. Funny how the traffic still keeps moving in all that snow!
Incredible hey, it all runs like clockwork
Love watching the blog, you remind me so much of myself and partner in our younger days.
Thanks Janet 💙
Well done both, another great production with a high dose of humour and adventure..... We even got to see some tools!
Amazing cinematography, thanks for taking us along for smiles and fun❤👍
Thanks for coming with us 💙 that’s really nice of you to say thanks
3/10 for the snow angel John but 10/10 for the headshot with the snowball 👍
😂😂😂 who needs kids when you’ve got a Jon 😂🤦♀️
Loving this series and loving the Guy Martin Merch John is wearing!!! Maybe John should challenge Guy to a World Record attempt on the Tobbogan run !!? Thanks for sharing your amazing adventure, can't wait for the next video. Love to you both - stay safe....
😂😂😂😂😂 would love that 👌
What a beautiful adventure! And the sled ride looked so much fun but really scary. Love John's reverse snow Angel... lol ... don't think he expected such a face full of snow😂😂😂😂. Hau'oli Makahiki Hou as we say in Hawai'i! Say Jess ..... when are you going to pay John back with a snowball fight 😂😂😂😂 Looking forward to y'alls next adventure! Stay warm ..... Much Aloha!!!❤🤙🌈🥰🍾🎊🎉
😂😂😂😂 no didn’t think that one through 😂😂👍💙
Is there times you loose grip on the roads (or the ESP or ABS) kicks in? Is it always easy to get out of parking? Have you used your showel yet?
I recommend proper winter tires with ice spikes 8:50
It wheels spins sometimes but only if I’m a bit aggressive with acceleration, they groove the ice which gives quite allot of grip and it’s strange but the snow over the ice makes it a bit better, not had to use the shovel yet but if I lived here I would definitely use studded tyres as I’ve heard they are much better 👍
Sounds great, I was a bit worried that your tires would not work.
I have met many winter travellers without winter tires driving only half the speed limit because they did not have any grip. People driving 40 in the 80 km/h are almost always making a queue.
Was a bit sketchy yesterday in the rain and ice, so heading back inland to find snow again 👍
Welcome to the Arctic circle. If u are heading up RV 17 and by Ssj. Say hi! Happy travels
Thanks mate 👍👍
Great!
Glad you're both OK, the snow SW of Norway has been unbelievable was watching it on UA-cam!
The kids had sledges like that, once bought it never snowed in the UK enough to use them, came out just the once in Germany!😂😂😂
We’ve been so lucky to dodge the weather. It’s been crazy cold in some parts too so very lucky on that front. 😂 at least they are a beautiful ornament! Just say you’ve decorated in Scandi style!! 💙