I'm putting a block on your channel!!! My grandfather was born in Trondheim, Norway in 1871 and left for America when his older brother came home one day and said to him, "There's a ship leaving for America tomorrow, let's go". My grandfather was 16. He settled in Duluth and worked for the railroad and was in the Spanish-American War. He was 76 when I was born in 1947 and died 20yrs later. He had three daughters, all college educated, which was still unusual in the 1929-1941 period. My parents did visit Norway in the '60's. Having seen your excellent (as usual) videos, I would really like to experience that area! I'm 71 and can't torture myself anymore with your "tour drug" enticements! Thanks!

@danceswithcarsdc

3 жыл бұрын

Mixed message here, good or torture, blocking or reviewing, make up mind please

...and everyone there is genuinely happy and smiling. Visiting Norway must add years to one's life.

@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303

Жыл бұрын

haha yes, i am part Norwegian, but believe me, we are just normal humans and we have our own set of issues and daily struggles. Norway is not utopia, although we do have a better standard of general living, but this is due to paying greater taxes. As the saying goes, you get what you pay for. Btw, not everyone is actually happy either. The lengthy Arctic Winter's can really bring many people down emotionally. Some are lonely too and spend days upon days indoors. Happiness is a state of mind anyway, so wherever you go in the world, you'll find many positive and happier and many not so positive and less happy humans. Just a fact of life. Take care.

@RoamingwithStu

8 ай бұрын

@@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303 Hva er egentlig greien med at alle tror Norge er så flott og fantastisk 24/7? Det er et fint sted å bo, men folk tror vi lever på cloud nine hele tiden :P

so humble, peaceful, and charming. Norway's always been my favourite Nordic county. Big hug from tropical Indonesia

What I love about videos like this is it shows my country to the world in all its glory - and assures those who've yet to visit that it's not a complete tundra.

@leembandy

Жыл бұрын

Lived there for three years, the best three years of our lives! We loved not just the countryside, but the people and the culture. One of the most remarkable things to see on earth is a Norwegian sunrise on a clear winter day.

@Igweadda

6 ай бұрын

@@leembandyif you haven’t been yet you should travel møre & Romsdal. Ålesund, etc. Very nice

As a young child, my family moved to a farm in a small community in the foothills of the Canadian Rockies. We were only there a handful of years, but I later learned why the hamlet was named Bergen and all my neighbours were Norwegian. I had been given a rare gift of being surrounded by the culture and ways that were continued by the progeny of the first Norwegian settlers in this area. They were a hardy, hardworking, ingenious people who ALWAYS had time to help their neighbour and it seemed like EVERYONE could either draw beautifully or knew how to play a stringed instrument. This made for many wonderful, impromptu, living room concerts. What an unknown privilege that I'm glad I finally came to appreciate. Thanks for a look at where they all originated from. Another great "armchair" trip. LLR

@jamjar5716

2 жыл бұрын

Laura-Lee, what a wonderful experience!

I'm watching this to recreate my vacation in Norway. Already homesick to go back! I was in Oslo, Bergen, Flam, Stalheim & Trondheim ... Norway is an AMAZING place ... with humble, beautiful, friendly & helpful people! The word "Majestic scenery" does not do the description of Norway justice ... beauty without words to define it

@saldelberganna6382

8 жыл бұрын

marokkansk?

@barthalomejerome9572

4 жыл бұрын

Gina jiìì M

@organicspices1709

4 жыл бұрын

Hi sister I'm India... Welcome to India

@kirouanemohamedamine7995

3 жыл бұрын

I love you

@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303

Жыл бұрын

Actually, many European & more Western tourists are now travelling to Pakistan's K2 & North, etc;. They've heard about the scenic beauty, people, hospitality, food, culture & the list goes on. There are many personal vlogs via you tube. Peter Santenello, Mark Weins, Luke Damant, (first 2 are both American & Luke is Australian), have visited Pakistan, Iran, etc;. They all loved it very much & most visitors always go back, bec they want more. I know Mark & Luke have visited numerous times, but i'm unsure about Peter.

Every time i watch these videos about traveling it makes my heart race. It makes me feel a longing and excitement that i cant get going to a movie, or reading a book. I hope that one day I'm fortunate enough to travel freely and experience all of these wonderful places.

@hamidsanhaji9761

5 жыл бұрын

Danielle Johnson we can go there if you want

@debbiequack

4 жыл бұрын

I hope so, too :)

@Arinubomk

4 жыл бұрын

you are voicing my same feelings. I wish one day I will be able to travel all over the world.

@laluba3603

4 жыл бұрын

@@hamidsanhaji9761 slave trader?

@ronnie9187

3 жыл бұрын

5 years have past since your post. I'll hope you had the chance to make some of dreams come true ;)

What a magical land. It's like someone took a video camera to heaven and brought it back for us.

@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303

Жыл бұрын

There are many other such places on the planet Tim! When one ventures out of their comfort zone & travels, one is faced with global beauty & it's literally everywhere! We just have to open our eyes to see. Peace

I've watched Rick Steves since first airing. Sometimes with lapses, alas. In times like these, these shows are "good for what ails you". When I'm in a funk these really take me out of myself - so uplifting. 💗 Thank you, Rick Steves and team, for this gift.

@danceswithcarsdc

3 жыл бұрын

Vicarious travel, but if never fulfilled IRL rather depressing, imnsho

Norway is my home . My parents were born in Norway .I haven't visited in a few years now . It has built in natural beauty .When rick Steve's talks about these old 12 century church's , I used to visit one of them , there built from old Norwegian ships and taken apart and put into church lumber .I haven't been to Alesund now for 11 years .

Adore Bergen, spent an entire summer traveling through Norway and fell in love with the country.

@ramalakshmipradeep

3 жыл бұрын

Vvf

Love Norway and her people. My grandmother was born there in 1895, as were her parents and their families.

The beauty caught on this film, as incredible that it is, cannot capture the feelings of seeing it in person when surrounded by it all. Spent 10 weeks traveling and as Steve said, the most dangerous part while driving alone is having to pay attention to the road and look at the wonders at the same time.

THIS IS MY BELOVED COUNTRY AND CITY

@farazahmad1546

5 жыл бұрын

Egil Ove Nysather its a beutiful place.

@farazahmad1546

5 жыл бұрын

which month is best to visit?

@kamaukaruoya4071

4 жыл бұрын

Egil...invite me n i will be there

Norway is the most beautiful countries I ever seen ! worth it

@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303

Жыл бұрын

I'm part Norwegian and i will put it like this. Norway is one of "many" beautiful countries. It is not the "only" beautiful country. When we travel the world, we come to find this out fairly quickly.

Thank Rick for taking us to these places and allowing us t Po experience the magnificence of culture and the beauty of nature even just thru your videos...more power and blessings to you!

Thank You Rick Steves. Been a fan for many years on TV and great to see your videos on KZread. Such a joy without commercials, THANK YOU. George, New Jersey USA...

Gorgeous country -- some of the most beautiful scenic views in the world. The glaciers especially are spectacular.

@HTV-2_Hypersonic_Glide_Vehicle

Жыл бұрын

Very true Mr. Bryant

@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303

Жыл бұрын

Very true indeed, but as a part Norwegian traveller, i will let you know Sir, that there are other stunning countries in this world, so too, stunning peoples, both inside & out. I was just sharing with a lady, that i visited the tallest mountains in Pakistan K2 & it was simply out of this world! I also saw Nepal's tallest mountains, i trekked & i saw the incredible clear glacial lakes, surrounded by greenery & surrounded by the tallest global mountains. We were on top of the world, literally! I am actually heading back, bec i simply couldn't get enough it all. It was also very peaceful & a truly spiritually uplifting journey. It's easy for we Westerner's, to only assume that NW or Northern Europe is beautiful, but this is simply & utterly untrue! There are many non-European/non-Caucasian global regions which leave one speechless. I know, bec i've experienced it many times whilst travelling the world. I was in Japan & Iran during their Winter's & i experienced much snow, much mountain walking, climbing & in Japan, much cross country skiing across powder snow. It was beyond awesome & utterly beautiful. I felt as though i was dreaming, but of course i wasn't. Anyway, just saying. Cheers

@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303

Жыл бұрын

Our Norwegian glaciers are receding @ an alarming rate unfort. Not in Pakistan however, hence why more & more European backpackers & tourists are now heading there. When you watch the many you tube videos abound, you'll quickly understand why.

Rick is like the Bill Nye of travel

@relaxandrefocuswithmegan

6 жыл бұрын

Great analogy.

As a photographer, I would have a field day(s) here. So Beautiful!!. He said many people left to come to the Americas to find a better life. To me, moving to Norway would be the better life.

I want to live in Skyrim. I mean Norway.

@mimimomooxo391

7 жыл бұрын

omg best comment

@benhenry1116

7 жыл бұрын

EnigmaticNeurosis fus ro da... oh im sorry about your eardrums.

@SuperSlayerized

7 жыл бұрын

Jakob Frisvoldsen Damnnn...I live in US,but I am gonna live in Norway one day..very soon . I think in Bergen! !

@ChromePalace

7 жыл бұрын

Come on down! We have lots of space here in Bergen.

@musicagustum6639

7 жыл бұрын

+Jakob Frisvoldsen Is Norway that low-populated? How much do you estimate the population of, let's say, Bergen?

Norway seem like heaven.The road is very clean. The peoples are look like kind.

@organicspices1709

4 жыл бұрын

Hi sister welcome to India

Bergen is easily my favourite place in the world. Been there twice, itching to get back there as soon as possible!!

@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303

Жыл бұрын

I love Bergen too, but in truth, there are equally & fairly, many other beautiful/stunning global regions, so i like to self-educate, keep travelling & always keep an open mind. When i open my eyes to this amazing world, i see grand beauty & it's literally everywhere!! Happy travels to you & Peace.

I am already counting the days till summer and our trip to Norway 🇳🇴! I am so excited!!!!! It looks so beautiful!

Norway's scenery is a feast to the eyes.

Norway is my No. 1 destination to visit in future. I will have to save up money to tour this beautiful place. And if I get a chance, I would love to settle in Norway

@anzus762

9 жыл бұрын

Natasha Pereira If you're going to move here, I recommend settling in Rosendal

@maxross832

8 жыл бұрын

Visit bergen and not oslo because oslo sucks

@parkourgutten1731

8 жыл бұрын

+max ross lol sant

This is where I would love to live! so much history and beauty, nice people too :)

@meghdadmousaviyan1777

4 жыл бұрын

You are as beautiful as the ocean

@meghdadmousaviyan1777

4 жыл бұрын

Ok thanks

Norway looks beautiful... Maybe, I could go there one day? :) With regards, from America!

Ohh man... I'm in love with Norway 😍. I'm gonna stay at least a month in this heavenly place

@arinonsalvia786

4 жыл бұрын

Have fun man! Went to Lofoten this summer. Even though we had bad weather, it was truly amazing.

Made me cry. What a day in Vermont. Great video encapsulating the awe and appreciation for nature and shared experience

The mountains, valleys, cruises. ...everything is simply wonderful!

I am of Norwegian heritage, proven by Ancestry DNA. My great-grandparents left Bergen in 1902 to come to Minnesota. My grandma was 2..Thank you for your videos of Norway for they allow me to visit my forefathers homeland via KZread. ❤️ I hope to visit one day.

@kirouanemohamedamine7995

3 жыл бұрын

hei jeg er fra Algerie. Jeg ønsker å bo i Norge takk

Wow, Rick. I really love how you present your experiences. Thank you for your content!

Thank you Rick for bringing back lovely memories of stunning scenery of the fjord country. We hope to visit again.

Isn't Jotunheim the homeland of the Frost Giants, Storm Giants, and Mountain Giants and the birth place of Loki?

@MrAspma

8 жыл бұрын

+Dukky Drake yes.

@theamici

8 жыл бұрын

+Dukky Drake Jotunheim means "home of the Jotuns". How it came to be an actual geographic area, or perhaps more likely, how the geographic area came to be associated with this mytical place, I dunno.

@fiddibelow

6 жыл бұрын

my Guess is that the People of jotun discovered steroids 1000 years before anyone else

@Laura-Lee

4 жыл бұрын

Who's Loki? (Okay. Now all you young people know what it feels like when someone asks me, "Who's Tom Selleck?" 🤔😉) LLR

@calvinsylveste8474

4 жыл бұрын

@@Laura-Lee Loki is the son of Laufey. Are you related to this Tom Selleck person?

I have never known how beautiful Norway is until I see this I will see you for sure this August

Leaving hot South Australia on Boxing Day 2015. Only 17.5 weeks to go, but not counting. Snow, fjords, mountains, Norway in a Nutshell, vikings, Northern Lights, Hurtigruten voyage, Arctic Circle, and more snow. Can't wait.

@saldelberganna6382

8 жыл бұрын

marokkansk?

@relaxandrefocuswithmegan

6 жыл бұрын

How was it?

@jeanjacquesndjeyeha1874

5 жыл бұрын

Hello owen

Europe is a blessed continent for its beauty, wealth, culture and, most importantly, its people! Europe is hands down the best corner of the world!!

@jsb7975

4 жыл бұрын

Still is ?

@QuantumEffectResidue

4 жыл бұрын

The older I get, and the more I see how the United States is becoming Sodom and Gomorrah 2.0, It makes me really want to go back there where my ancestors came from. Yes, it indeed is the finest set of countries on the face of this entire planet!

@unwoundorange09

4 жыл бұрын

Mandela Effect Residue if America is the worst country to live in, then go to North Korea or Afghanistan. Why stick around here?

@Arinubomk

4 жыл бұрын

@@unwoundorange09 People from all over the world are craving to go and settle in America more so the people of India are crazy.

@martinkulik9466

4 жыл бұрын

if there is not america, europe would be still industrial continent. i am from europe, east europe its morally corrupt region, but even I can recognize that USA is far more influential in terms of what detaching from ancient cultures and living the freedom and pursuing the happiness means.

This makes me think of when I lived in Stavanger, another town not to far from Bergen. The scenery and and fjords are absolutely beautiful, and I would do anything to go back

Hi Rick, thanks to you and your team for sharing your travel experience in KZread. Love watching each individual episode tremendously. Greetings from Malaysia.

"75 years ago this glacier filled most of this valley". That's pretty worrying.

@samtenda9815

4 жыл бұрын

that happed with Ganga valley in India as well

@ashedwards309

3 жыл бұрын

You should not worry. As soon as another asteroid hits, we'll have more glaciers form. But, we'll be dead.

@edterryberry255

3 жыл бұрын

@@ashedwards309 I know that you are kinda joking? But if a super volcano erupts, the climate alarmists will suddenly be silent as the earth cools from debris in the atmosphere blocking the sun for years.

@cherylkeller5181

6 ай бұрын

I would be concerned of the glacier calving as I was hiking on it

So beautiful this Norway , amazing country .

@rhapsody22ful

9 жыл бұрын

YEP, you're (always) right ;-)

@kirouanemohamedamine7995

3 жыл бұрын

Are you single?

@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303

Жыл бұрын

Your country is beautiful too!! So too, your gorgeous people.

The motherland.

@jenniferlewer2265

8 жыл бұрын

+ranger fedrelandet*

@barenorsk

6 жыл бұрын

Homeland

@organicspices1709

4 жыл бұрын

Well come to India

Norway is downright beautiful! I just want to binge vacation with Rick Steves!

My oh my how beautiful is Norway on my bucket list 😍

Bergen is wonderful, been there many times and loved it. Just pack a raincoat! It rains something like 270 days a year.

Beautiful Norway, beautiful culture, I will definitely go there for a holiday.

Always enjoyed your videos. And the high-def quality visual is amazing for us to enjoy the breathtaking pictures. Its as if we were there with you Rick. Thankyou for bringing these experiences to us.

Wow. What a wonderful video

Rick Steves, you do make some of the most organized and entertaining tour videos. You are very knowledgeable and interested in the places you are visiting. These make for a very entertaining experience.

@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303

Жыл бұрын

So very true Anthony!! Take care bro.

The Norwegian English is the best ever xD I love my home country

Skyrim belongs to the Nords!

@dadgummit7431

6 жыл бұрын

Geanos Uron the best comment I've ever seen in my whole life

@Luminite-hx3zs

5 жыл бұрын

Psygnostic.Thank you.

I’m 90% Norwegian heritage and i live in America n would love to go there it’s so beautiful

@cherylnelson8392

3 жыл бұрын

I'm 50% Norwegian. Would love to live there.

@Kay-jg6tf

3 жыл бұрын

I recommend western Norway. There is so much more than you can see on the video. I live in Aalesund myself :)

@Aslaugarsson

3 жыл бұрын

I’m 75% Norwegian and rest Icelandic and some Finish. Lived in Norway my whole life

well, sometime i hope i'll visit Norway, It's a wonderful country. regards from Brasil

@relaxandrefocuswithmegan

6 жыл бұрын

If you qualify you can do a Rotary Exchange year if Norway is an option in your Rotary district. Rotary intercambio.

Norway is a amazing country . very good people .rich country.i have been in Norway by ship .I like the water it's very clear water n very clean.

@MYLOVEOFIRELAND2303

Жыл бұрын

Peace to you bro & all the best. :-)

I love Europe and Rick Steve's tours but I specifically came to this video to cure my Frozen fever. And I am not disappointed!

What a beautiful country, my favourite in Scandinavia.

Is it just me or is Rick Steves voice so calming?

@terrimichaels3018

3 жыл бұрын

While tuning in to his show every week I realized Rick was born to this career and yes he does have a calming voice 😆

Grieg's music made me fall in love with Norway.

@szbarn

3 жыл бұрын

Do you know the name of the classical piece they were playing when they started talking about E.Grieg?

@chicolofi

3 жыл бұрын

@@szbarn Yes, it is Solveig's Song, from Peer Gynt Suite no. 2.

@kingbuckyduck5669

2 жыл бұрын

They play another piece by Edvard Grieg when Steve visits Solvorn. The piece is his “Bådnlåt”, or Boat Song. Originally written as a piano piece, the arrangement is done by an orchestra here, I believe it’s the Slovak Symphony Orchestra. Piece starts around 6:55 and ends at 8:40

@chicolofi

2 жыл бұрын

@@kingbuckyduck5669 You're correct. The piece I was referring to starts at 22:26, when Rick begins to talk about Grieg. This video has other wonderful pieces written by that amazing composer.

Rick Steves. The biggest and best loveable dork on KZread. He is one of the best.

Gorgeous place , Sooo Beautiful ! You can feel the beauty and Tranquility even by just watching in the YT . I will see you soon Norway!!!!!

Hi there Steve, we've just started doing natural sound and sight video walks in the UK and it's lovely to find you're video's taking us to parts of the world we may never get to visit, just enjoying experiencing then here. I've subscribed and look forward to seeing more.

Returning to Norway next week! First a roundtrip in the Southern part, followed by the southbound trip from Kirkines to Bergen on the Hurtigruten. Am so excited!

Wowww you even play the piano!!!! Love Norway :)

@jeanjacquesndjeyeha1874

5 жыл бұрын

I love you

Does anybody know about the music 1:05 ownward?

Norway is sooo expensive but Bergen is beautiful and worth every single penny. Locals are friendly and very civilised.

@maxross832

8 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@HakaTech

8 жыл бұрын

+sooty sammy Not anymore. The Norwegian is extremely weak now to Euros, Pound and Dollars. 1 Year ago:(1 dollar is 5.5 kroner) today: (1 dollar is 8.7 kroner). So it's a lot cheaper now for tourists

Thanks for the memories! From a Rick Steve's tour in 2004 we are looking forward to seeing Scandinavia again this year.

I remember bergen well, was in Oslo too,had a great time and the views, fjords, unbelievable.

another of my very favorite. so much more there than one would imagine.

Norway glazers and ices rivers glaziers gives to great landscapes and views Thanks Rick fur this majestic tour Ann Deakin 19th Feb 2021

The music from 6:55 until about 8:40 is Edvard Grieg’s Cradle Song, or Bådnlåt. It’s a beautiful piece, written for piano and arranged here for orchestra.

Thank you for this video. This is the part of Norway my direct paternal line lived in before leaving for Iowa. (They were in Aurland.)

私は日本人です。ノルウェーは自然が豊かで素敵な街ですね。空気もきっと綺麗でしょうね。遠いけど、いつかは行ってみたいです。

I’ve been to all of these places! This program brought back happy memories for this descendant of Norwegian Vikings. Thanks.

Norway is just amazing.

@joannapotts8732

3 жыл бұрын

The Norwegian English is the best ever xD I love my home country

The Podcast from "RailCowGirl" is from Norway runs Live 24/7 from Bergen to Oslo line and the scenery and views are INCREDIBLE! I'm from Oregon, so...

Loving these shares, Rick :D Plenty stunning ♡ Have a splendid weekend. Xx

Wow beautiful country! I always thought it was!

Fascinating! Thanks for sharing!

I wish you could do a video of Trondheim, the Nidaros Cathedral , the museum below and the history of that area too

I love your documentaries Rick Stevens all are wonderful with great details in each documentary. Thanks for sharing!!!

Just love this place. Specially the Walaker hotel. Good work as always Rick.

I want to live there

@naturalhd2867

8 жыл бұрын

Too bad u wont :D

@AverageAufa

8 жыл бұрын

NaturalHD Ay, why the pessimistic view? There's always a possibility!

@naturalhd2867

8 жыл бұрын

Aufa Diyanah Right.

@AverageAufa

8 жыл бұрын

NaturalHD ??? Dood why the negative vibes...

@AverageAufa

8 жыл бұрын

***** Thank you! :D

Rick Steves & his crew ............"fan.... tas.... tic" Norway's West, a most inspiring nation a wonderfully put together film. 10/10 ***** Thank you.

Amazing landscapes I've ever seen, I liked it..

So peaceful and beautiful country NORWAY...

This channel helps me survive the lockdown of Corona. Looking forward to traveling

@beatrizmaldonadoatenas4425

3 жыл бұрын

Me too

wonderful video of western norway...rick knows how to find the truly once in a lifetime places to visit.

Stunning! What a dream to visit this country.

Rick Steve always give us some great stuff to ponder and appreciate. 🤠👌💪👍

A very nice change of scenery to see. Thanks for your sharing 😊 makes me feel that I am exploring.

Sir, the location, photography, facts and information related to your videos are wonderful. 👍👌💛❤️

Thanks Rick! I love to travel with you around Europe.

Sir, Thank you for this rich video escapade.

Hermoso paseo para mis ojos, gracias Rick, desde Ecuador

Bergen the most beatiful city of Norway !

Amazing video. now I need to travel to Norway & follow your experience. Thanks Mr. Rick

whenever I see any of your videos my wander lust incresed.I enjoy all your travelogue truly.

@Mohamed-fj4yd

2 жыл бұрын

Salm🇲🇦😁

wow beautiful place ever..😍😍😍😍😍

I love the energy that you put into this video! I wish I could afford a trip right now. subscribed!

@Mohamed-fj4yd

2 жыл бұрын

Salm🇲🇦👏