Congratulations Ken. Am very happy for you as your channel is growing fast, on the road to 100K very soon. Will continue to support you no matter where you are. Wishing you good luck and all the best in all your undertakings 💪🙌
Congratulation for the visa. I was in Sri Lanka for one months long time ago, attended a Radio and TV Course at Sri Lanka Broadcasting Center in Colombo. We went to Kandy for few days too. I love Sri Lanka. The people are very friendly and nice. Love the country.
Ken will never truly know how much he can win on the lottery. Also am i right in saying that if he does win he can't get the money as he isn't a citizen?
StuTube Travels I am also a Sri Lankan. You are right I appreciate that. Because I feel that no one outside of Sri Lanka gives money for lottery winnings. Very happy with the response. Good luck & god bless ...
Whoa the title of the video was literally the first words out of your mouth in the video. Liking and subscribing for honest and not click-baity vlogs. 👍 Just kidding we’ve been subscribed for years😂
I love the way you take everything on the bump so calmly.You should write to the immigration office about their online visa issuing procedure so they can streamline the process
Kottu (also known as Kottu roti or alternatively spelled Kothu roti (Sinhala: කොත්තු රොටි; Tamil: கொத்து ரொட்டி), meaning chopped roti)[1][2] is a Sri Lankan dish[3] consisting of diced roti (either godhamba roti or roti similar to the type used to make roti canai) stir-fried with scrambled egg, onions, chillies, spices, and optional vegetables or meat, such as mutton or chicken.[4][5][6] [7] A common dinner dish,[8] kothu roti is also commonly available in cities outside of Sri Lanka with a significant Sri Lankan diaspora population, such as Toronto, London, Sydney, and New York City's Tompkinsville neighbourhood and certain Middle Eastern countries as well.
I understand your frustration with the online system. I think you should have made this somewhat of a big deal when you went to the immigration office, so that they can probably reduce the cost of the visa due to the hassle you had to undergo. Nevertheless glad that you will be spending two more months in Sri Lanka! Hope you get to enjoy all the different landscapes and food choices the country offers. Since you are already in Kandy, you can try visiting surrounding areas such as Nuwaraeliya (cold climate) and Ella (also cold climate).
The usual result of making a visa extension into a big issue is you don't get the visa extended, so you either leave or get arrested. And you don't haggle over the cost of a fixed government fee, that also can mean you don't get the visa extended.
@@philyew3617 true. I can’t believe someone saying they can get visa fees reduced by making an issue. But SriLankans need to catch up with online systems no doubt.
Ken I am glad you had a taxi driver that looked after you the roads can be so stressful the one’s we had just had to overtake everyone in front of him no matter what the road conditions in the end we just had to stop him and lay down the rules slow down or don’t get paid
Despite the stress and 7 hours (to and fro) journey from Kandy to Colombo to settle your visa extention, guess the ride there is worth it after your visa is finally extended to another 2 months. Oh gosh, l could feel how relieved you are after everything is finally done. Taxi driver is friendly and helpful and he even introduced you to a yummy dessert/ buffalo milk curd....so yummy that you go for a second helping 😋😋😄
Hi Ken iam from USA, my home country is srilanka, my home town is Kandy . so happy to see you in Kandy, I saw your chanel two weeks ago and subscribed . enjoy your journey in srilanka.
Hi Ken..you are really lucky, coz everyone likes to watch your videos.the way you are talking and explaining are really attractive..those who are watching can understand well..thats a precious talent you got..i appreciate it.so .i am really happy a person like you visiting our country...& got your visa extended...stay safe ken..have a good day..👍
Good morning from Wales today Ken. So pleased that you've sorted out your visa problem as I'm really enjoying your Sri Lankan adventures. Amazing friendly people. Stay safe and well 🙏
I had this same issue last time I went to Sri Lanka. I thought they would have improved by now since the economy depends so much on tourism. But Sri Lankan government offices seem to run on different ⏰️
Happy to hear that you got resoved your visa problem.Continue to travel within sri lanka during next 2 months.There are more beautiful and valuable places here,Sri Lanka is a heaven.
To clear a confusion : you are right when u said its like youghurt. It is yougurt in other countries, but in Sri Lanka we call it curd. What we call youghurt is a different kind of thing. Only learnt about this recently when I went overseas. And you only got half the experience of the kottu, the chopping of kottu is an experience of its own. When u walk in the streets, u might hear a rhythmic chopping noices from restaurants, thats how kottu is usually made
A lot of good people watched every video and we look forward to enjoying the video and we will be with you ken❤️ LOVE YOU SO mutch💝... ගැම්මක් තමා ඉතිම් කිරි පැණි😁
Congrats for 70 K subscribers....That driver was cool though..Another 90 days in Sri Lanka....#LessGo Ken...Super excited...Would love if the vlogs are bit more longer....Enjoy Ken 🇱🇰❤️:)
Your video is very good, I hope more videos in the future because what you say is in the Sinhala video so many people can easily watch it, very much able brother, very happy that you can stay in Sri Lanka longer,❤️🇱🇰
Just discovered your vlogs as I am heading to Sri Lanka in 3 week, interesting and honest videos! You make me laugh whenever you ask for the price of things…it always turns out to be max 70cents…😅
Yes The Srilankan online Or ETA has serious problems. When I was trying to apply for it, it wouldn’t go through and kept trying for more than 10 times and finally went through. Their Visa system is outdated they need a better or updated one so it’s not so pain in the neck for travelers.
Sorry about what happen with online visa issues with srilankan immigration office but i am glad you got that sort it out enjoy ur next couple of month in 🇱🇰 srilankan try to go to historic city anuradhapura an polonnaruwa an eastern reagan got beautiful beaches
Glad that you got the Visa Extension and Congratulations! You should officially complain about the hassle that you had to undergo. I assume it probably could be a result of some seat-warming lazy officials who just ignore their work as a daily toutine.
The desert that you eat is "kiri pani". Its buffalo curd (similar to Greek yogurt I heard) and palm syrup (kitul palm/ wine palm tree) or kitul treacle.
I don't think foreigners can claim SL lottery winnings, btw lottery jackpots are starting at 50 million Rupees.. did you check your numbers, you can check online, just type the lotter name and look it up 😊
The title and thumbnail of this video give me a big shock. "What have Ken done in Sri Lanka that he has to leave immediately? " Oh gosh, it's about the visa extention.
Go to Jaffna(nothern Province) where you can see cultural places. Also go the temple maintained pool call Kerimalai, Jaffna fort, Lots of Temple around, market place, traditional farming towns, Kashorna beach, Sangliyan palace(last Jaffna king), war memorials and fishing at lagoon in night. People will be so friendly too.
Sorry Ken, as a Sri Lanka I apologize from you for the inconvenience caused regarding the online visa application. Although you applied for it online, you was unable to have it done online. I also wonder how could it be USD1000 to extend the visa for another two months and while initial visa fee was USD35 only for one month.
Your taxi driver seemed like a very nice person. Knowledgeable, respectful and knows his way around. The two places you stopped, Jinadasa thala guli and the little kitul treacle place in Molagoda are some of my favorite places along kandy road. Keep his contact for your next excursions. Such good drivers are hard to come by.
You have visited my country 2 years back. I was born in the town where the Ambuluwawa tower is. Pettah in Colombo is really chaotic even for us. But you get a good vibe. You can find anything and everything. In Pettah.
It doesn't matter Sri lankan or foreigner you have to face same situation. We are really sorry for that .. We highly appreciate you for come to our country.❤️ From Sri Lanka..
Hi Ken! So sorry you had to go through these visa issues. To be frank, the online systems run by the public sector are not always the most efficient and convenient, and as locals, many of us face such delays too, but I guess over time, we have grown numb to it - which it shouldn't be. Often, it is better to arrange things in person well in advance while you're in the vicinity of Colombo. You may have already realised, there is an inequality in how technology has spread beyond Colombo, but that's also what's kept the village experiences authentic and off-grid. Anyways, I hope that your travels go much better, and that you get to enjoy what our country has to offer!
Seems you need more guidance in srilanka. Try to use google translate for translating English to sinhala. It will help you more to communicate with srilankans. 😊Happy traveling ❤️
🇱🇰 My Sri Lanka travel guide (over 60 pages, travel tips, routes etc.) ➡ tinyurl.com/kenabroadsrilanka
Congratulations Ken. Am very happy for you as your channel is growing fast, on the road to 100K very soon. Will continue to support you no matter where you are. Wishing you good luck and all the best in all your undertakings 💪🙌
You deserved it mate
Congratulations 🌟🌟🌟🌟 !!!
So happy for you ... hoping soon you will reach 100k !!!
Congratulations 💗🇱🇰
Congratulations 👍
Happy that the visa issue was resolved in the end. Continue to travel in the next 2 months around Sri Lanka. 🥰
Really looking forward to 2 more months here 🤩
Congratulation for the visa. I was in Sri Lanka for one months long time ago, attended a Radio and TV Course at Sri Lanka Broadcasting Center in Colombo. We went to Kandy for few days too. I love Sri Lanka. The people are very friendly and nice. Love the country.
Really enjoy your videos Ken. Your simplicity & warmth matches the Sri Lankan people!
Ken will never truly know how much he can win on the lottery. Also am i right in saying that if he does win he can't get the money as he isn't a citizen?
Thanks a lot 😊🙌
StuTube Travels I am also a Sri Lankan. You are right I appreciate that. Because I feel that no one outside of Sri Lanka gives money for lottery winnings. Very happy with the response. Good luck & god bless ...
Whoa the title of the video was literally the first words out of your mouth in the video. Liking and subscribing for honest and not click-baity vlogs. 👍
Just kidding we’ve been subscribed for years😂
Long time subscribers 💪😄
@@KenAbroad Dude , that kothtu u ate is not the best version of it , try to eat it from a local shop , that the posh version of kothtu 😅
LOL
Dude that was planned...
I love the way you take everything on the bump so calmly.You should write to the immigration office about their online visa issuing procedure so they can streamline the process
It is a shame that Sri Lanka didn’t even acknowledge your initial payment of $35 and provide proof of evidence that your visa was issued for a month.
You
Your driver seemed like a nice chap, glad the visa process was resolved and we'll get more videos from Sri Lanka.
Come
Hi, Rusty, 👍
Good to know you had managed to resolve your visa issue Ken. Looking fwd to more interesting Sri Lanka videos👍😄
Can't wait to explore more here 🤩
You cool Ken, I am learning from you to make videos
I lived there for 5 years and Sri Lankan visa is one of the easiest visa to get and extend. 🙏
Kottu (also known as Kottu roti or alternatively spelled Kothu roti (Sinhala: කොත්තු රොටි; Tamil: கொத்து ரொட்டி), meaning chopped roti)[1][2] is a Sri Lankan dish[3] consisting of diced roti (either godhamba roti or roti similar to the type used to make roti canai) stir-fried with scrambled egg, onions, chillies, spices, and optional vegetables or meat, such as mutton or chicken.[4][5][6] [7] A common dinner dish,[8] kothu roti is also commonly available in cities outside of Sri Lanka with a significant Sri Lankan diaspora population, such as Toronto, London, Sydney, and New York City's Tompkinsville neighbourhood and certain Middle Eastern countries as well.
I understand your frustration with the online system. I think you should have made this somewhat of a big deal when you went to the immigration office, so that they can probably reduce the cost of the visa due to the hassle you had to undergo. Nevertheless glad that you will be spending two more months in Sri Lanka! Hope you get to enjoy all the different landscapes and food choices the country offers.
Since you are already in Kandy, you can try visiting surrounding areas such as Nuwaraeliya (cold climate) and Ella (also cold climate).
The usual result of making a visa extension into a big issue is you don't get the visa extended, so you either leave or get arrested. And you don't haggle over the cost of a fixed government fee, that also can mean you don't get the visa extended.
@@philyew3617 true. I can’t believe someone saying they can get visa fees reduced by making an issue. But SriLankans need to catch up with online systems no doubt.
Don't go German back. Learn sinhala and live with us. ❤👍
ඉන්නම හිතෙන රටක් දැං තියෙන්නෙ. ලෝකල් පුටිං ඉන්න උන්වත් යවනවා.
😂
You really enjoying every bit of Sri Lanka, the land like no other ❤️
Glad you were able to extend your visa…more adventures in Sri Lanka 🙌🏼
2 more months 😍
@Ken Abroad Well done and Happy year of the Tiger from Malaysia!!
A Deutschman speaking Sinhalese. Good to see tourism picking up in Sri Lanka. One of the main sources of forex.
Ken I am glad you had a taxi driver that looked after you the roads can be so stressful the one’s we had just had to overtake everyone in front of him no matter what the road conditions in the end we just had to stop him and lay down the rules slow down or don’t get paid
He was a good driver 😊
Hi Martin.Thanks
Email not replied. Typical of Government work ethics... unreliable... (not just in Sri Lanka though, but also in many countries in Asia).
Despite the stress and 7 hours (to and fro) journey from Kandy to Colombo to settle your visa extention, guess the ride there is worth it after your visa is finally extended to another 2 months. Oh gosh, l could feel how relieved you are after everything is finally done. Taxi driver is friendly and helpful and he even introduced you to a yummy dessert/ buffalo milk curd....so yummy that you go for a second helping 😋😋😄
Hi Ken iam from USA, my home country is srilanka, my home town is Kandy . so happy to see you in Kandy, I saw your chanel two weeks ago and subscribed . enjoy your journey in srilanka.
Hi Ken..you are really lucky, coz everyone likes to watch your videos.the way you are talking and explaining are really attractive..those who are watching can understand
well..thats a precious talent you got..i appreciate it.so .i am really happy a person like you visiting our country...& got your visa extended...stay safe ken..have a good day..👍
Thank you 😊
Good morning from Wales today Ken. So pleased that you've sorted out your visa problem as I'm really enjoying your Sri Lankan adventures. Amazing friendly people.
Stay safe and well 🙏
I´m really hoping to visit your country love from Monaco 🇲🇨
I had this same issue last time I went to Sri Lanka. I thought they would have improved by now since the economy depends so much on tourism. But Sri Lankan government offices seem to run on different ⏰️
Thats what made srilankan economy down. They never try to improve. Thats a sad truth
Thanks for this video n I hope u will settle with d visa issues soonest possible. Good that u did.
I extended online twice and it worked without any problems. No need to go to the office for me.
Nice to hear that all has solved and you can stay here another two months. Lovely.
Oh im so glad you got that taken care off....now let's go see Sri Lanka!!!! Woooooo!!!!
NEVER ! EVER !! leave your passport with any stranger !!!!!
Glad that you could able to extend the Visa
Never panic always go with the flow. You did very good.
Welcome to sri lanka ken...💕you are also very friendly ....
Happy to hear that you got resoved your visa problem.Continue to travel within sri lanka during next 2 months.There are more beautiful and valuable places here,Sri Lanka is a heaven.
To clear a confusion : you are right when u said its like youghurt. It is yougurt in other countries, but in Sri Lanka we call it curd. What we call youghurt is a different kind of thing. Only learnt about this recently when I went overseas.
And you only got half the experience of the kottu, the chopping of kottu is an experience of its own. When u walk in the streets, u might hear a rhythmic chopping noices from restaurants, thats how kottu is usually made
Curd in sri lanka is called Greek yogurt in most western countries.
And that curd was expensive 😐😑
Why in the first place - Apply for 3 months straight away. to visit the country - Instead of applying for extension when you are there
I lreally like to watch your vedios ken..really we can get so many details about the countries..👍
We are very happy to here that you are staying in Sri Lanka for another two months . We are excited to see new videos from you.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
You must try the traditional kottu made by mixing ingredients on iron plate. 😁🤗✌
My god your thumbnail makes me almost faint! So happy it worked out well. So relieved!!!!
A lot of good people watched every video and we look forward to enjoying the video and we will be with you ken❤️ LOVE YOU SO mutch💝... ගැම්මක් තමා ඉතිම් කිරි පැණි😁
😁😁
Congrats for 70 K subscribers....That driver was cool though..Another 90 days in Sri Lanka....#LessGo Ken...Super excited...Would love if the vlogs are bit more longer....Enjoy Ken 🇱🇰❤️:)
Hi Adil, Thanks, 👍
Good for you Ken. Also you have a good driver, he can show you many places locally too :)
Hi, Happy joy, Thank you for your comments
Hi, Mr Ken, very interesting videos which you present, in Sri Lanka has many beautiful place to visit.
You seems so calm and focused. Waiting for more videos
At 11.12 what you ate was buffalo Curd (yoghart) with kithul treacle. Kithul is a local palm tree where it tapped from the tree
Have a nice holiday Ken. I have just started watching a few of your videos, enjoying them. BTW good and respectful driver
Hi, Nazrin, Thanks and visit to my country Sri lanka
Your video is very good, I hope more videos in the future because what you say is in the Sinhala video so many people can easily watch it, very much able brother, very happy that you can stay in Sri Lanka longer,❤️🇱🇰
Sri Lanka might have some digital issues but they will not put the visitors in trouble unless you upset them. Enjoy your stay.
Your english speaking very clear.so we can understand well.best of luck.be careful and safe journy.
I'm glad that the visa renewal process was easy so we can watch more videos 👍
love from sri lanka 🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰😍😍😍
You've inspired me to travel and explore my own country. Kudos ❤
Just enjoying your videos Ken, keep them coming.
“How do you want me to drive?”
“Safe, please, no accident.”
🤣😂😆😁😄 great answer! That’s what I would say too😉
@@manuelaffonso2191 I think he meant - you want me to drive fast or very fast (are you in a hurry?)
@@zayuzzuyaz4356 i also think the same
Hi Gina, I normally ask from my passengers, because some passengers have a time to reach the destination
Just discovered your vlogs as I am heading to Sri Lanka in 3 week, interesting and honest videos! You make me laugh whenever you ask for the price of things…it always turns out to be max 70cents…😅
I really impressed on your visit to Sri Lanka.
Solved...a huge relieved for you...now u can fully enjoy..stay safe
Glad you got the visa. Got nervous that we going to miss your videos.
Ken I am happy you can stay in Sri Lanka two more months.
Enjoy your vacation! Like to see your videos .
That's how Sri Lankan government places run. No one answers the phone. Glad you got your Visa done. Enjoy your stay
Great to hear that you were able extend your visa, looking forward to see more adventures 😀 enjoy !
Really good video. I accidentally saw the video..... the way u talk in Sinhala is very cute.
Yes The Srilankan online Or ETA has serious problems. When I was trying to apply for it, it wouldn’t go through and kept trying for more than 10 times and finally went through. Their Visa system is outdated they need a better or updated one so it’s not so pain in the neck for travelers.
Hi Ken. It is really happy to hears your comments about my country. I invited to you to visit Sigiriya. You can be able enjoy better than previous.
Sorry about what happen with online visa issues with srilankan immigration office but i am glad you got that sort it out enjoy ur next couple of month in 🇱🇰 srilankan try to go to historic city anuradhapura an polonnaruwa an eastern reagan got beautiful beaches
Glad that you got the Visa Extension and Congratulations! You should officially complain about the hassle that you had to undergo. I assume it probably could be a result of some seat-warming lazy officials who just ignore their work as a daily toutine.
The desert that you eat is "kiri pani". Its buffalo curd (similar to Greek yogurt I heard) and palm syrup (kitul palm/ wine palm tree) or kitul treacle.
I don't think foreigners can claim SL lottery winnings, btw lottery jackpots are starting at 50 million Rupees.. did you check your numbers, you can check online, just type the lotter name and look it up 😊
Enjoy your rest of your Holiday 💕❤️❤️hope you have wonderful time in Srllanka 😊😊What a beautiful person you are🙏🙏❤️❤️😊😊
The title and thumbnail of this video give me a big shock. "What have Ken done in Sri Lanka that he has to leave immediately? "
Oh gosh, it's about the visa extention.
Me too.
@@jomontanee 😃😃😄✌️
Go to Jaffna(nothern Province) where you can see cultural places. Also go the temple maintained pool call Kerimalai, Jaffna fort, Lots of Temple around, market place, traditional farming towns, Kashorna beach, Sangliyan palace(last Jaffna king), war memorials and fishing at lagoon in night. People will be so friendly too.
Sorry Ken, as a Sri Lanka I apologize from you for the inconvenience caused regarding the online visa application. Although you applied for it online, you was unable to have it done online. I also wonder how could it be USD1000 to extend the visa for another two months and while initial visa fee was USD35 only for one month.
Your taxi driver seemed like a very nice person. Knowledgeable, respectful and knows his way around. The two places you stopped, Jinadasa thala guli and the little kitul treacle place in Molagoda are some of my favorite places along kandy road.
Keep his contact for your next excursions. Such good drivers are hard to come by.
Hi Rajitha, Thanks👍
I am very sorry for the hassle that you had to went through.
Hope our officials look in to this issue and address it properly.
You have visited my country 2 years back. I was born in the town where the Ambuluwawa tower is. Pettah in Colombo is really chaotic even for us. But you get a good vibe. You can find anything and everything. In Pettah.
Great to hear that you got your visa extended!!! also super of you to support the locals by buying lottery tickets 🔥
It doesn't matter Sri lankan or foreigner you have to face same situation. We are really sorry for that .. We highly appreciate you for come to our country.❤️ From Sri Lanka..
Love your work. Enjoy the rest of your stay
Hi Ken! So sorry you had to go through these visa issues. To be frank, the online systems run by the public sector are not always the most efficient and convenient, and as locals, many of us face such delays too, but I guess over time, we have grown numb to it - which it shouldn't be. Often, it is better to arrange things in person well in advance while you're in the vicinity of Colombo. You may have already realised, there is an inequality in how technology has spread beyond Colombo, but that's also what's kept the village experiences authentic and off-grid. Anyways, I hope that your travels go much better, and that you get to enjoy what our country has to offer!
Glad u resolved visa issue. Hope u got a copy of Lonely Planet Sri Lanka edition.
So many places to visit in lanka in the next 2 months. Best of Luck
Bro travel to galle/ weligama/ matara southern, sri lanka. ✌🏻️❤️
You can get a amazing experience 🌬🍃
Hi Ken glad you are sorted with your visa. Love the look of the food 🥘
Enjoy your trip 😊
Great news on the visa, the English for quark is quark. We get it here in German supermarkets Aldi or lidl. Very healthy.
Great video thanks Mr Harold Baldr the 2nd you both have a lot of similarities haha
It is a big happiness that you could renew your passport.now we can see lovely vedios in the near future....thanks.
Lucky for you…finally you made it,ending with good taste of Srilankan food 🥘…
Someone should forward this video to the minister of tourism .He has to involve and should take action soon as this sector shold be 100 efficiant
Happy to see u growing soon b 100k 👏👏👏 Congratulations 🎊 Ken
That dish you had looks lovely. It made me hungry..... Well the bits you had on the trip to and from the capital was nice, as well
Ken. Everyone is happy for you.. so m i..😊
Cos we want to see more of Sri lanka from you.. 😁😁
As a sri lankan i m very happy b c your enjoy very well , that is our country responsibility
So glad the visa issue was sorted ken , & that you will continue your stay here..
Great stuff, big fan
Seems you need more guidance in srilanka. Try to use google translate for translating English to sinhala. It will help you more to communicate with srilankans. 😊Happy traveling ❤️
I'm so glad the Visa issue was settled in the end. And the cab driver was super friendly and I'm happy he took you to enjoy curd . ....
Hi lost Girl, 👍
I really like, how Ken handle bad situation in cool way. Awesome video ☺
Glad that you got it resolved .waiting for ur more vlogs ..enjoy ur stay in sri lanka ..congratulations for 70k subees
The stress of hassle on visa extension ends well. Celebrated with a treat to yummy bufallo yogurt and kotu . You're a blessed man Ken.
Good Luck Ken for your rest of the Srilanka Trip 🙏Keep Safe.
Congratulations on your reach.. And hoping to see many interesting videos..sad on visa issue..