Why it worked
The video capitalizes on the novelty of an extremely long day trip to a remote and visually stunning location, combined with the creator's engaging personality and the unique phenomenon of the midnight sun.
Summary
The creator takes a day trip from NYC to Greenland, experiencing the unique landscape, local food, and the midnight sun. The video documents the journey, including a boat tour to see icebergs and the town of Nuuk, before returning to NYC.