People have a choice, you can allow the hate to control you, or you can choose to ignore it a thrive to be happy... There is far more happy out there than hate. Leave the echo chambers that promote and bombard you with hate. The one thing i figured out a couple years ago is when it come to politics, and lets face it that's where the hate thrives, there is only one day a year to let it into my life, and that's election day for about an hour when im voting. After that there isn't anything i can or want do about it.
@@jamesleyda365 i love being happy, but amazingly there are people who actually tell me to my face they resent it...just crazy. I don't want much and i don't need much and i think that goes a long way in why usually very happy always happy
I am sure there are people in New Zealand and in other countries who aren’t as patriotic as they should be about their country so what was your point in making that statement? Are Americans least patriotic about their country than other countries? On the contrary. Americans have always been show offs when it comes to their patriotism.
To Denz: I was about your age when my family visited New York (I’m from Georgia). The younger of my two older sisters and I went up the stairs to the top of the Statue of Liberty. It was even more bare and open then (1986). I was TERRIFIED and had to hold back from crying but the spiral staircase, once you’re on it, no way to go back down. So….knowing I HAD to commit and was stuck til the end was awful for me. I totally get it, lil bro. I’m so proud of you that you did! SO proud! You and I both got to be in the crown of Lady Liberty, despite our fears! Cheers to ya, man! 🙂
Last time I visited was, I believe, 1989, when I was 7. Then the statue was closed for a long time after 9/11, and every time I've tried to return since, I've run into some kind of setback, like them running out of tickets, or the last boat of the day going to the statue leaving. So great that you were able to visit it relatively easy.
I work in construction in nyc and have lived here my entire life. I’m regularly at the top of some of the best and tallest buildings in the world. It can and does get lost on me at times how unique of an opportunity I have and how lucky I am to experience this every day. It’s videos like these that help me stop and take time to embrace it. Thank you NZ family. Please come back and check out our beaches, the Yanks and Knicks, Queens food, and Brooklyn nightlife. You can skip Staten Island though 😂😂😂
As a former New Yorker now living in Los Angeles, I got teary eyed watching how much you all were so enthralled by being in The Big Apple. Makes me miss the city. I saw your L.A. video as well and really enjoyed that. Love your contents and love following you guys!
Honestly same!!! I went to college there and lived and worked there for years in the theatre industry. That city still has a huge piece of my heart. It feels like a second home when I visit and even watching it on this video.
I am an American and you’ve already been to more places in the US than I have, and I’m LOVING it! I love seeing people who love the USA viewing our country for the first time. I smiled the whole time. The crown of Lady Liberty was closed when I visited. They were doing renovations. It made me proud to know that was the sight that greeted my grandmother when she came from France in 1911 when she was a young girl. I really hope the RV trip works out! I can’t wait to see more of your experiences. It will be nice to show you the hospitality and quaintness of our small towns as well as the excitement of the metro areas.
Hey dad…It scared me that you weren’t protecting your family by having them walk in front of you so you can keep a constant eye on them. They should be closer to you in the big cities. I know you are excited but please watch them more carefully. Thank you!
This was a blast to watch! I lived in NY all my life, and worked in NYC for over 26 years. All these things I'd pass by without batting an eye. But seeing it through your family's eyes reminds me of seeing all of it for the 1st time myself!! Glad you guys had a wonderful time!
That’s unfortunate. It’s a great city. Some media will convince you that it’s unacceptably dangerous but it’s not true. Since the 80s I’ve visited around 9 times. It’s safer now than when I first visited. Just recently went to San Francisco and it’s got nothing on NYC.
WOW! So awesome! Hey Denz, I'm 54 years old and afraid of heights , I couldn't even watch the video of mom and Atlanta on top of the empire state building, and dad , you are the best father!! And great with a soccer ball!! I've never been to New York, but I feel like I have now, thank you so much for taking us along with you, please be safe and have the time of your life 🎉
I am the same way, and I am 47 years old,. I can't watch when they are up there or when they film looking up at the tall building I get a very uneasy feeling. but I am happy that they got to experince it for the first time for themselves.
I am afraid of heights, I face my fear by hiking in the mountains or riding a high waterslide I just can't get near the edge, I get this weird sensation in my pelvis, a feeling of being pushed, cannot explain it
I’ve been there but just for an hour. Not downtown though. I’ve always wanted to visit, but my husband is against it saying there is nothing to do there. I tried to tell him all the things to do and he said, “boring”. We just can’t agree on a place for a vacation.
@@Melissa-SC73😂 Nothing to do in New York City?… What does he like to do? Hunting and fishing?… New York City, London and Paris are three of the greatest cities in the world and I’ve been to all three!
@@aheat3036 I know right?! He likes to fish. But I try to convince him of New York and other places. He always has something to say about them. I asked him where he would like to go and he can never come up with anything. Lol.
@@pikel-sama Passengers = $$ Turnaround is the game. The "take the long route" is a myth. What gets a driver the money is fast turnaround get butts into and out of those seats as fast as possible. Drivers money comes from the drop; how many times the meter starts.
I was so happy to see you all made your 'dream trip'. WELCOME TO AMERICA!!! It's good to see people enjoy the sights and sounds of America which we who live here take for granted. I've been inspired. I'm 74 and my best friend and I have decided we are going to tour America. We had planned an across country trip about 25-30 yrs ago and we never got the chance. Thank you for seeing this big beautiful country in all its glory. Enjoy &, be safe!
As an American, when I watch your videos, I get teary eyed when I see how amazed and excited you are visiting this beautiful nation. I reinforces my patriotism and appreciation that I am so blessed to call this my home. I think I speak for all Americans when I say your family is always welcome here. Even your kids may attend a university here someday and set their own roots? Il glad I found your channel a couple of years ago. God bless America.🇺🇸❤🇺🇸❤🇺🇸❤🇺🇸❤🇺🇸❤🇺🇸
Denzel, you are so incredibly brave. I'm terrified of heights. Just watching you and your family up in the crown made my legs weak and my nerves shiver. I could never climb those stairs. You did it! Congratulations! You will always remember this.
First thing that came to mind when I saw they didn’t go up was that how awesome would it be if in 20 years they took a trip together back to NYC and finally go to the top lol
I’m curious, I’m not afraid of heights. But what happens to you? You’re still on ground just high up. Was there a moment in your life that caused you to become afraid of heights?
Wow, I love your family. Oh my God. I don't think I'd ever have the chance to go to New York and I'm American! This video means so much to me. 🥰 I will forever and ever be grateful to New Yorkers for how they handled 9-11. And I would never, ever be able to see New York as a tourist through your lense. Thank you so much for sharing. So beautiful. 🌺💐🌇🏙🌆🗽💖💞💝😍
I live in America, and I have yet to visit New York City. Amongst other places. America is very big. I'm glad you all enjoyed your visit. Much love from Ohio!
When I was 17 years old I went to NYC on a school field trip. I was in the Metropolitan Museum of Art on the upper floor. I was about to leave so I came to the grand stairway to go down to the foyer . It was extremely noisy down below as though there were a lot of people down in the foyer talking and chatting. As I began to come down the stairway and looked down what I saw at the bottom was literally a thousand girls jam packed in the Foyer all talking and chatting. As I'm about halfway down the stairs SUDDENLY ALL AT ONCE ALL THE GIRLS STOPPED TALKING AND IT BEGAME INSTANTLY DEAD SILENT AS THEY ALL TURNED AT THE SAME TIME AND LOOKED UP AT ME THEN THEY JUST STARED AT ME AS I CAME DOWN THE STAIRWAY ! Upon getting to the bottom i had to walk through a sea of girls that were all staring at me . I did manage to get to the door and get outside without having to run or being torn apart.
You know it's cool watching people appreciate stuff so many of us take for granted. I live a few hours away from NYC and don't think anything of it, but watching you guys enjoy it so much really makes me think how we take stuff for granted. Good video!
6:30. Cold Brew & Iced Coffee are actually 2 different things. Iced Coffee is when you add ice to hot coffee. "Cold Brew" is actually made by putting coffee grinds in Cold Water and let it brew/steep for 12-24 hours.
And Cold brew is generally concentrated, so unless it's watered down you can actually put all that ice in there and as it melts it dilutes to "regular" strength.
as a native nyc-er who has been subbed for so long, this is the exact video i've been waiting for. tears in my eyes watching you guys finally getting to explore my city!!!! so glad you had fun ❤
@@ninja_tony I'm Canadian, we don't have Fox news. But we can see with our own eyes the craphole of a city NY is. Literally thousands of criminals running free as your state and city government don't arrest, detain or prosecute violent criminals. Did you think the world didn't see the attacks on the NYPD officers by illegal migrants who were just released right after? Think we don't know about how the Guard is now in your subways. Or criminals shooting up Times Square? The entire world knows what a dump your city is. Like so many other major US cities. Stop the gaslighting, no one buys it anymore.🇨🇦
@@chuckmorrison2116 You REALLY don’t know what you are talking about! I go to NYC all the time. It’s a very safe city. Lots of police presence, cameras everywhere since 9/11. Probably the most successful large city…where 11 million people live and work every day. Seriously, you need to get out more and stop living your life in fear of everything!
I love Denz getting excited for the squirrels. It will make me appreciate waking up to the squirrels in my yard. Growing up my grandma always fed the squirrels and they would get really fat.
I'll be 90 years old next year and have never been inside the STATUE of LIBERTY.......I've been on the roof of the TWIN TOWERS ( SOUTH TOWER ) before It's demise and HAWAII , but now I can enjoy you guys doing it........Much affection to you all from NEW ENGLAND.....
I'd like to add on to my comment that this was one of the most enjoyable videos that i've ever watch and if you love AMERICA, we all love you back and having you as our guest........♥️
Out of all the creators I follow on TH-cam, your channel always seems to put a smile on my face. Thank you for sharing all of your wonderful experiences!!
I literally found your channel for the first time a couple of days ago and I am loving following your journey. I am ex-pat too (UK to USA) and I live in Los Angeles now. Your family dynamic, the quality of the videos, absolutely top notch.
Christmas in NYC is so much fun! We do a girls trip every other year in my family where we fly there after work on Wed or Thurs night and come back on Sunday, one weekend in December. We have such a great time! This year, we are bringing our husbands, because they think they have been missing out! Well, yes, they have!
Except for your crime ridden major cities and the filth of most of your cities. Homeless everywhere, illegal migrants all over the place, guns, poop covered streets and the drigs of course. Yeah, real paradise.
I stayed at a hotel in Times Square back in 2006, mostly a work trip. I had several drinks at an Irish pub/restaurant a few doors down from my hotel, the bartender fed me free shots as long as he was matching them. As I was walking around after I left the pub, full of drink, I inadvertently walked right through a Law and Order: SVU set. Nobody stopped me or said anything, saw Mariska Hargitay down the alley, I just kept walking. One of the funniest moments in my entire life.
@@ct6852 lol Sam is the Dad! Atlanta is the daughter, Denzel is their son and Nadine is the Mom. Oh; and we can’t forget their dog Kylo who stayed back home in NZ for this trip. 😊
I live in NYC, I take everything for granted. It’s nice to see another perspective. Very fun watching your family enjoy the greatest city in the world.
So fun fact, cold brew and iced coffee are actually two different beverages. Iced coffee is often just standard brewed coffee poured over ice. Cold Brew is typically made by lining a pan with a towel, then coffee grounds, then pouring water into the pan and letting it steep in the fridge overnight. It completely changes the taste of the coffee when it's brewed hot or cold. :)
I’m sure it’s been said 1000’s of times. But your family has seen more of America than most of us citizens! Thanks for sharing your experiences with us all!
It makes my heart so happy to see you enjoying the US. Your smiles are genuine and contagious. I've never been to NYC. Thanks for taking us along so we can all experience it.
Fun fact, cold brew is coffee that is brewed cold, usually overnight. It's milder and less acidic. Iced coffee is just regular brewed coffee that's been put in the fridge.
So true...I think the Mom was referring to how Americans love iced cold drinks. So true...cold brew coffee is much better than regular iced coffee...so much acid in the regular iced coffee.
In New Zealand iced coffee is usually coffee with ice cream. It’s the most amazing thing. I’m in New Zealand as I type, visiting family. NZ iced coffee and Whittaker’s chocolate are required within a day of arrival
@@Todrick451 Is it naturally stronger? When I buy it in the store it always comes concentrated but when I make it myself I don't concentrate it and I don't notice any difference besides the lower acidity.
I had so much fun watching that. Almost felt like I was on vacation too. What a great reminder of how fun NY can be! Loved the ‘City that never Sleeps’. ❤
Awesome I grew up in NY and NJ Thank You so much I Haven't seen the City in Years so Thank You for taking me home. Hope You and Your Family enjoyed it. God Bless all of You as You enjoy the U.S. Well You are Home by now I think. Everyone Looked So Happy. To See Atlanta's face in the Empire State Building. You all looked so Amazed. I Grew up there so I didn't Appreciate it till you see it threw someone else's eyes.
I've been waiting for this video, I live in NYC. FAO Schwartz use to be next to where the Apple store is now. That's where it was when BIG was filmed and it was bigger at that location. Glad you had so much fun. As a New Yorker we are so use to all the lights and sounds that we know how to tune it all out. To a tourist I can see how overwhelming it all is.
I grew up in NJ and spent much of my youth going to NYC for punk and hardcore shows all over the city and of course plenty of random journeys through Manhattan over decades of time. It's easy for the City to become less magical and become just another place you're so used to that it's not a big deal anymore. I say this because watching videos like this where we get to see people like yourselves experience it for the first time and get to feel that "wow" factor and the whirlwind of being in that environment is so good for the soul. It helps someone like myself appreciate a lot of what I may have become jaded to and it puts a smile on my face. Glad to see you all have so much fun in the Big Apple!
Watching your faces and hearing the excitement your family has warms my heart and brings tears to my eyes. Most Americans don't hold your joy towards their own country like you and your family do. Y'all are great!
I’m 61, born & raised in Northern California. When I was a teen I took the ferry past the statute of liberty. Never went to the island, let alone in the crown. How special.
New York, New York, a city so nice, they named it twice. The city that never sleeps. The greatest city in the world. The center of capitalism. The big apple. I remember the first time I rode the NYC subway. I was kind of stoked but it looked like you guys may have been a bit nervous. Denzel is afraid of heights? Well good on him for making the trek up the Statue of Liberty. That is a brave little dude.
@@nkengeayo Especially the places where leftists rule, so that would put NYC, San Fran, Chicago and other violent, filthy, crime-ridden hell holes top of the list.
I never stopped smiling thru this entire video. It was mesmerizing! Denz was so brave to go up to the top like he did, great job buddy! This was soooo fun to watch! Thanks so much for taking us along on this incredible adventure. Sending love from Florida.❤
I was in New York City when I was 14 years old. I would LOVE to go back. It will be 50 years ago this summer. I have looked at google maps and seen SO MANY things that I would love to see in this town. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
As a New Yorker that now lives in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA for financial reasons I thank you and your beautiful family. I remember taking my Miami girlfriend to NY for the first time..she was intimidated...but soon she said WOW amazing. Thank you please come back...Ft Lauderdale is nice too..see you here GOD bless.❤
@ct6852 I will always consider myself as a New Yorker however now South Florida is my home. Like any place it's got its good and not so good. The land scape is totally different of course. No palm trees in NY...People are people.
I agree. As a lifelong Chicago guy, born here. It does MY heart good to SEE these lovely people truly enjoying, understanding and appreciating it all, like we once did! Cheers, and come back very welcome!
Thats sad....as an ex-New Yorker of 12 yrs,there's no city like it anywhere in the world! It's alive...you feel its electricity course thru every inch of your being.... I❤NY @ghljytjgvhbgtyjmhg
The passage way up to the Statue of Liberty's torch was closed off, due to high winds And the fear that the arm would collapse. I'm so happy for you! You are a family that's making your own dreams come true❤ Love from California
Wilbur, go visit...take in a broadway show, or just enjoy the street sites, central park. I didnt think id like it but i keep going back. I hope you visit it more. ✌
The way I see it is you’re a very smart person to stay away from that 💩 🕳️. NY State is totally different than POO 💩 York city. I want to go back to The Hudson Valley Area. I totally loved it there. POO 💩 York City is a completely different country.
You're making this homesick American very happy. My grandma went to NYC about a century ago and actually went up into the arm to the torch. She stood there on the balcony of the old torch.
I'm so ancient we WALKED up...STAIRS. Your family makes me appreciate the things I've taken for granted about the U.S. You go Denzel! Very brave of you.
I live about 5-6 hours away in Rochester. We’ve been a bunch of time but most recently went for Christmas in 2022 and then went during Memorial Day weekend in 2023 for the friends exhibit 🤣 watching this makes me wanna go again. Love it there!
It is so true, the city that never sleeps. What a great time. And there is so much more to see here. Christmas is a magical time to be here. So glad you enjoyed it.
But Christmas also brings those insane crowds. So it's actually better that they went when they did. If they went at Christmas time, I don't even know if Nadine would be able to see people skating, because it's hard to even get close. Everyone is there for the tree, the skating , and Saint Patrick's.
What an excellent video. I have been to NYC a couple times before, but it was always for work. Never got to experience with a family enjoying it like this. What a memory.
You guys are fun! Thanks for bringing such a positive vibe wherever you go! New York is one of the best and it always gives and gives more and more! Looking forward to more videos! Keep em coming! Thanks so much!
You guys are so cute. As a born and raised NYer, I often get aggravated when I’m in the city. I often forget the joy and amazement others experience when they visit. Thanks for reminding me. I hope you enjoyed it.
Gotta say, one of my favorite vlogs from any content creator. You all looked comfortable and obviously approachable. Great edit, looking forward to the next episode of your 🇺🇸 trip.
Wow! How fun!!! I’ve been to NYC and to the Statue of Liberty and all these amazing places. The sad part, I don’t remember ANYTHING!!! My aunt uncle lived there when I was a baby and toddler and my mom and dad took me and my older siblings several times. I have all the pictures and it looks like I had a great time, but I can’t wait to go back and actually remember it!!!
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With so much hate in the world it’s nice to see people that can like , love and enjoy and appreciate different things in life .👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
Now they have the national guard in the city's subways.
I'll 3rd that, being a person who has been to every state outside of Alaska and Hawaii. Also traveled to 30 different countries so far...
People have a choice, you can allow the hate to control you, or you can choose to ignore it a thrive to be happy... There is far more happy out there than hate. Leave the echo chambers that promote and bombard you with hate. The one thing i figured out a couple years ago is when it come to politics, and lets face it that's where the hate thrives, there is only one day a year to let it into my life, and that's election day for about an hour when im voting. After that there isn't anything i can or want do about it.
@@jamesleyda365 i love being happy, but amazingly there are people who actually tell me to my face they resent it...just crazy. I don't want much and i don't need much and i think that goes a long way in why usually very happy always happy
So sad that's needed.@@kelperdude
The joy on your faces while experiencing the USA is awesome! You make me truly appreciate our country and what it has to offer! ❤️
For sure.
I love my NY, but New Zealand is a bucket list dream for me so touché
from one shithole to another i see lol
Giving your kids great memories. You are good parents. I hope you enjoyed the USA.
Nice soccer skills.
A lot of Americans can't afford to travel our own country so you're giving us a tour, too! Thank you so much for taking us along!!! ❤
So right. I'm enjoying their trip
@@privateuser1959 Me too!
So true!
So glad to see you guys enjoyed your trip! Come back soon! :)
We will!
A family from new Zealand is more patriotic than a lot of Americans. They appreciate us. Hats off to you and your family much love
Unfortunately we have maga who are violent and attacked our Capitol
So true! I thank god every single day I get to wake up here, beautiful Ohio!
Facts!
I am sure there are people in New Zealand and in other countries who aren’t as patriotic as they should be about their country so what was your point in making that statement? Are Americans least patriotic about their country than other countries? On the contrary. Americans have always been show offs when it comes to their patriotism.
When Sam whistled for that taxi and he immediately pulled over and the family whole reaction is solid gold
As stupid as it seems that's one thing I had to do when I went there.
Dad has mad soccer(futbol) juggling skills. Kudos!
To Denz: I was about your age when my family visited New York (I’m from Georgia). The younger of my two older sisters and I went up the stairs to the top of the Statue of Liberty. It was even more bare and open then (1986).
I was TERRIFIED and had to hold back from crying but the spiral staircase, once you’re on it, no way to go back down. So….knowing I HAD to commit and was stuck til the end was awful for me. I totally get it, lil bro.
I’m so proud of you that you did! SO proud!
You and I both got to be in the crown of Lady Liberty, despite our fears!
Cheers to ya, man! 🙂
Absolutely proud of both you and Denzel(!) (!) I used to be in fear of heights too. What you both did, is impressive!!
Last time I visited was, I believe, 1989, when I was 7. Then the statue was closed for a long time after 9/11, and every time I've tried to return since, I've run into some kind of setback, like them running out of tickets, or the last boat of the day going to the statue leaving. So great that you were able to visit it relatively easy.
I work in construction in nyc and have lived here my entire life. I’m regularly at the top of some of the best and tallest buildings in the world. It can and does get lost on me at times how unique of an opportunity I have and how lucky I am to experience this every day. It’s videos like these that help me stop and take time to embrace it. Thank you NZ family. Please come back and check out our beaches, the Yanks and Knicks, Queens food, and Brooklyn nightlife. You can skip Staten Island though 😂😂😂
As a former New Yorker now living in Los Angeles, I got teary eyed watching how much you all were so enthralled by being in The Big Apple. Makes me miss the city. I saw your L.A. video as well and really enjoyed that. Love your contents and love following you guys!
@@Mr.56Goldtop Great place to visit, tough place to live.
Honestly same!!! I went to college there and lived and worked there for years in the theatre industry. That city still has a huge piece of my heart. It feels like a second home when I visit and even watching it on this video.
Me too..I live in Ft. Lauderdale but miss my old NY.😢
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Dad really loves his son. What a fantastic toy❤
Yep...as a dad, the best thing in life is being one.
I would be right there with him, hanging on for dear life - lol
My Dad took us as boys to FAO Schwarz in the fifties - it was just an amazing treat!
@@davidpost428unfortunately the current FAO Schwartz is in a different location and only a fraction of the size that it once was.
@@oaktree1628 Didn't they almost go bankrupt?
I am an American and you’ve already been to more places in the US than I have, and I’m LOVING it! I love seeing people who love the USA viewing our country for the first time. I smiled the whole time. The crown of Lady Liberty was closed when I visited. They were doing renovations. It made me proud to know that was the sight that greeted my grandmother when she came from France in 1911 when she was a young girl.
I really hope the RV trip works out! I can’t wait to see more of your experiences. It will be nice to show you the hospitality and quaintness of our small towns as well as the excitement of the metro areas.
glad someone mentioned the French...after all let's not forget where the statue came from
Hey dad…It scared me that you weren’t protecting your family by having them walk in front of you so you can keep a constant eye on them. They should be closer to you in the big cities.
I know you are excited but please watch them more carefully. Thank you!
@@susieharman2479 you can't tell him from video clips to watch his children better! Them kids are intelligent and they are/were fine!
You’ve only been to 1 place? 💀
This was a blast to watch! I lived in NY all my life, and worked in NYC for over 26 years. All these things I'd pass by without batting an eye. But seeing it through your family's eyes reminds me of seeing all of it for the 1st time myself!! Glad you guys had a wonderful time!
Y'all, are amazingly brave people. I am 46 and have lived in the USA my whole life and I don't want to go to NYC.
Stop watching the news. NYC isn't the death trap they make it seem to be.
That’s unfortunate. It’s a great city. Some media will convince you that it’s unacceptably dangerous but it’s not true. Since the 80s I’ve visited around 9 times. It’s safer now than when I first visited. Just recently went to San Francisco and it’s got nothing on NYC.
WOW! So awesome! Hey Denz, I'm 54 years old and afraid of heights , I couldn't even watch the video of mom and Atlanta on top of the empire state building, and dad , you are the best father!! And great with a soccer ball!! I've never been to New York, but I feel like I have now, thank you so much for taking us along with you, please be safe and have the time of your life 🎉
I had to turn my head when they were on top of the empire state building. I have a fear of heights. Including when they film it.
Same here, if you wanted to kill me all you have to do is put up on three story building and I’m dead 😵🥺😩!
I am the same way, and I am 47 years old,. I can't watch when they are up there or when they film looking up at the tall building I get a very uneasy feeling. but I am happy that they got to experince it for the first time for themselves.
I am afraid of heights, I face my fear by hiking in the mountains or riding a high waterslide I just can't get near the edge, I get this weird sensation in my pelvis, a feeling of being pushed, cannot explain it
How did this fear of heights develop? Was it because of 9/11?
So amazing. So many Americans never get to experience your visit to NYC. So, so happy for you guys!
I’ve been there but just for an hour. Not downtown though. I’ve always wanted to visit, but my husband is against it saying there is nothing to do there. I tried to tell him all the things to do and he said, “boring”. We just can’t agree on a place for a vacation.
I’m so glad their experience was fun!
Take a friend and go !!!!!!!@@Melissa-SC73
@@Melissa-SC73😂 Nothing to do in New York City?… What does he like to do? Hunting and fishing?… New York City, London and Paris are three of the greatest cities in the world and I’ve been to all three!
@@aheat3036 I know right?! He likes to fish. But I try to convince him of New York and other places. He always has something to say about them. I asked him where he would like to go and he can never come up with anything. Lol.
This was a fantastic video! You can tell that Sam got soooo much enjoyment whistling and hailing a taxi. That was great!
i drove taxi for years in NY, NJ, and PA. Sam hailed that cab like a pro.
It was such a fast reaction from the cabi too
@@pikel-sama Passengers = $$
Turnaround is the game. The "take the long route" is a myth. What gets a driver the money is fast turnaround get butts into and out of those seats as fast as possible. Drivers money comes from the drop; how many times the meter starts.
@@JohnLeePettimoreIII essentially, when that meter isn't running, they are sitting around off the clock losing money. I get you.
I was thinking the same thing! Hailing the taxi was the most authentic NYC experience they had 😀
I was so happy to see you all made your 'dream trip'. WELCOME TO AMERICA!!! It's good to see people enjoy the sights and sounds of America which we who live here take for granted. I've been inspired. I'm 74 and my best friend and I have decided we are going to tour America. We had planned an across country trip about 25-30 yrs ago and we never got the chance. Thank you for seeing this big beautiful country in all its glory. Enjoy &, be safe!
As an American, when I watch your videos, I get teary eyed when I see how amazed and excited you are visiting this beautiful nation. I reinforces my patriotism and appreciation that I am so blessed to call this my home. I think I speak for all Americans when I say your family is always welcome here. Even your kids may attend a university here someday and set their own roots? Il glad I found your channel a couple of years ago. God bless America.🇺🇸❤🇺🇸❤🇺🇸❤🇺🇸❤🇺🇸❤🇺🇸
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Denzel, you are so incredibly brave. I'm terrified of heights. Just watching you and your family up in the crown made my legs weak and my nerves shiver. I could never climb those stairs. You did it! Congratulations! You will always remember this.
First thing that came to mind when I saw they didn’t go up was that how awesome would it be if in 20 years they took a trip together back to NYC and finally go to the top lol
I’m curious, I’m not afraid of heights. But what happens to you? You’re still on ground just high up. Was there a moment in your life that caused you to become afraid of heights?
@@LoveBites1279 sounds like we need to put you on a plane lol. Jj
Wow, I love your family. Oh my God. I don't think I'd ever have the chance to go to New York and I'm American! This video means so much to me. 🥰 I will forever and ever be grateful to New Yorkers for how they handled 9-11. And I would never, ever be able to see New York as a tourist through your lense. Thank you so much for sharing. So beautiful. 🌺💐🌇🏙🌆🗽💖💞💝😍
a BIG thank you to Nadine, Sam, Atlanta, and the all-star Denzi. i was grinning like a fool through this whole video.
I just found their channel.
I'm on my 3rd video and can't quit smiling. So nice to see America through their eyes.
That's actually pretty funny. Family riding the carriage looking at the park and the buildings. Suddenly...."Look, squirrel!"
I live in America, and I have yet to visit New York City. Amongst other places. America is very big. I'm glad you all enjoyed your visit. Much love from Ohio!
When I was 17 years old I went to NYC on a school field trip.
I was in the Metropolitan Museum of Art on the upper floor.
I was about to leave so I came to the grand stairway to go down to the foyer .
It was extremely noisy down below as though there were a lot of people down in the foyer talking and chatting.
As I began to come down the stairway and looked down what I saw at the bottom was literally a thousand girls jam packed in the Foyer all talking and chatting.
As I'm about halfway down the stairs SUDDENLY ALL AT ONCE ALL THE GIRLS STOPPED TALKING AND IT BEGAME INSTANTLY DEAD SILENT AS THEY ALL TURNED AT THE SAME TIME AND LOOKED UP AT ME THEN THEY JUST STARED AT ME AS I CAME DOWN THE STAIRWAY !
Upon getting to the bottom i had to walk through a sea of girls that were all staring at me .
I did manage to get to the door and get outside without having to run or being torn apart.
This series makes me so happy just seeing the pure joy of all the new things they are seeing in person for the first time.
You know it's cool watching people appreciate stuff so many of us take for granted. I live a few hours away from NYC and don't think anything of it, but watching you guys enjoy it so much really makes me think how we take stuff for granted. Good video!
same
6:30. Cold Brew & Iced Coffee are actually 2 different things. Iced Coffee is when you add ice to hot coffee. "Cold Brew" is actually made by putting coffee grinds in Cold Water and let it brew/steep for 12-24 hours.
And Cold brew is generally concentrated, so unless it's watered down you can actually put all that ice in there and as it melts it dilutes to "regular" strength.
Everyone of you smiled the entire video! ❤
Your children are so very sweet, y'all raised them great! Much love from Ohio ❤
Thank you for sharing . We could see the excitement in your eyes . There are many Americans who live their whole lives and never see New York city .
That is so true and such a shame... I love visiting all of our cities
Me lol
By choice.😁
36 here and I would love to visit just for a day lol unless it was around Christmas then maybe 2 days 😊
Why is that? I’m surprised that Americans wouldn’t want to visit such an iconic city.
as a native nyc-er who has been subbed for so long, this is the exact video i've been waiting for. tears in my eyes watching you guys finally getting to explore my city!!!! so glad you had fun ❤
At least they made it out safely. I would never take the risk of visiting that craphole of a city.
I am so glad you had a wonderful trip in my hometown [ The big 🍎. It made me smile and cry to see all of your dreams come true. Congrats!🍎
@@chuckmorrison2116one of the safest large cities in the world, but sure, believe what Fox News tells you.
@@ninja_tony I'm Canadian, we don't have Fox news. But we can see with our own eyes the craphole of a city NY is. Literally thousands of criminals running free as your state and city government don't arrest, detain or prosecute violent criminals. Did you think the world didn't see the attacks on the NYPD officers by illegal migrants who were just released right after? Think we don't know about how the Guard is now in your subways. Or criminals shooting up Times Square? The entire world knows what a dump your city is. Like so many other major US cities. Stop the gaslighting, no one buys it anymore.🇨🇦
@@chuckmorrison2116 You REALLY don’t know what you are talking about! I go to NYC all the time. It’s a very safe city. Lots of police presence, cameras everywhere since 9/11. Probably the most successful large city…where 11 million people live and work every day. Seriously, you need to get out more and stop living your life in fear of everything!
I love Denz getting excited for the squirrels. It will make me appreciate waking up to the squirrels in my yard. Growing up my grandma always fed the squirrels and they would get really fat.
It is so wholesome watching you all having so much fun and fulfilling dreams. Loved it!
You guys are doing your children such a service by showing them all the other parts of the world.... I love the closeness you 4 have!
8:49 Hailing that cab like a native! Lol
@@tray488Not to be confused with New New New New New (x15) York.
I'll be 90 years old next year and have never been inside the STATUE of LIBERTY.......I've been on the roof of the TWIN TOWERS ( SOUTH TOWER ) before It's demise and HAWAII , but now I can enjoy you guys doing it........Much affection to you all from NEW ENGLAND.....
I'd like to add on to my comment that this was one of the most enjoyable videos that i've ever watch and if you love AMERICA, we all love you back and having you as our guest........♥️
Fellow New Englander here ❤ MA
@@lindsay33333 Thanx for the shout-out from NORM in Southeastern Massachusetts ..
@@normanwyatt8761 Western Masshole here 🤣
Same. @@normanwyatt8761
Out of all the creators I follow on TH-cam, your channel always seems to put a smile on my face. Thank you for sharing all of your wonderful experiences!!
Yall are so precious. Thanks for enjoying our country the way you do. ❤
You can tell how much fun y’all all had. The joy of seeing so many cool places must’ve been surreal
I literally found your channel for the first time a couple of days ago and I am loving following your journey. I am ex-pat too (UK to USA) and I live in Los Angeles now. Your family dynamic, the quality of the videos, absolutely top notch.
They aren't ex-pats they are Kewis that roam, but so far NZ is still home.
Welcome to the family.
Welcome, Jon! Glad to have you as part of the family!
You should see the stores, and the rest of the city, at Christmas! Pure magic
That is an understatement...same with new years. I went back a long time ago and had a blast
And this comment is too kind to NYC during Christmas because its crowded af during Christmas. Can't get anywhere fast enough,
If you can avoid the criminals, homeless and illegal migrants not to mention the trash, feces and used needles. Yeah, a real paradise.😂😅
Getting near the Tree at Christmas time is insane!
Christmas in NYC is so much fun! We do a girls trip every other year in
my family where we fly there after work on Wed or Thurs night and come back on Sunday, one weekend in December. We have such a great time! This year, we are bringing our husbands, because they think they have been missing out! Well, yes, they have!
I love seeing my country thru the eyes of visitors. America is a beautiful country.
Except for your crime ridden major cities and the filth of most of your cities. Homeless everywhere, illegal migrants all over the place, guns, poop covered streets and the drigs of course.
Yeah, real paradise.
I stayed at a hotel in Times Square back in 2006, mostly a work trip. I had several drinks at an Irish pub/restaurant a few doors down from my hotel, the bartender fed me free shots as long as he was matching them. As I was walking around after I left the pub, full of drink, I inadvertently walked right through a Law and Order: SVU set. Nobody stopped me or said anything, saw Mariska Hargitay down the alley, I just kept walking. One of the funniest moments in my entire life.
Lol. Were you on camera?
@@ct6852Unfortunately not, I walked right behind the cameras and right in front of some of the production crew. :D
totally enjoyed watching your family enjoying my state. NYC is a vibe!
I remember the first time I went to NYC. It was then I realized what a real city is. It was amazing.
Sam’s smile at the end says it all - it’s a magical city and it was awesome to see you all experience it.
Sam is the son? And one of them is Atlanta? Seen like fifteen of their videos and I still haven't got their names. lol
@@ct6852 lol Sam is the Dad! Atlanta is the daughter, Denzel is their son and Nadine is the Mom. Oh; and we can’t forget their dog Kylo who stayed back home in NZ for this trip. 😊
@@kimbasso9678 Thank you so much for that. It's been driving me nuts.
Atlanta is the girl :)@@ct6852
I live in NYC, I take everything for granted. It’s nice to see another perspective. Very fun watching your family enjoy the greatest city in the world.
So fun fact, cold brew and iced coffee are actually two different beverages. Iced coffee is often just standard brewed coffee poured over ice. Cold Brew is typically made by lining a pan with a towel, then coffee grounds, then pouring water into the pan and letting it steep in the fridge overnight. It completely changes the taste of the coffee when it's brewed hot or cold. :)
Oh wow. Didn't know that. Thanks for the info.
I’m sure it’s been said 1000’s of times. But your family has seen more of America than most of us citizens! Thanks for sharing your experiences with us all!
It makes my heart so happy to see you enjoying the US. Your smiles are genuine and contagious. I've never been to NYC. Thanks for taking us along so we can all experience it.
Fun fact, cold brew is coffee that is brewed cold, usually overnight. It's milder and less acidic. Iced coffee is just regular brewed coffee that's been put in the fridge.
Milder/less acidic.... but STRONGER
So true...I think the Mom was referring to how Americans love iced cold drinks. So true...cold brew coffee is much better than regular iced coffee...so much acid in the regular iced coffee.
In New Zealand iced coffee is usually coffee with ice cream. It’s the most amazing thing. I’m in New Zealand as I type, visiting family. NZ iced coffee and Whittaker’s chocolate are required within a day of arrival
@@CrankyGrandma in the US you can get an affogato
A scoop of ice cream with a shot of espresso poured over it
So good
@@Todrick451 Is it naturally stronger? When I buy it in the store it always comes concentrated but when I make it myself I don't concentrate it and I don't notice any difference besides the lower acidity.
I had so much fun watching that. Almost felt like I was on vacation too. What a great reminder of how fun NY can be! Loved the ‘City that never Sleeps’. ❤
Love seeing your faces as you visit The Big Apple exploring all the historic sights that we see everyday. Love the memories you are making.
It’s quite amazing how u guys see our country so differently than we do and then send it back to us so we can see it better! ❤
Awesome I grew up in NY and NJ Thank You so much I Haven't seen the City in Years so Thank You for taking me home. Hope You and Your Family enjoyed it. God Bless all of You as You enjoy the U.S. Well You are Home by now I think. Everyone Looked So Happy. To See Atlanta's face in the Empire State Building. You all looked so Amazed. I Grew up there so I didn't Appreciate it till you see it threw someone else's eyes.
I've been waiting for this video, I live in NYC. FAO Schwartz use to be next to where the Apple store is now. That's where it was when BIG was filmed and it was bigger at that location. Glad you had so much fun. As a New Yorker we are so use to all the lights and sounds that we know how to tune it all out. To a tourist I can see how overwhelming it all is.
most new yorkers don't nor want to live anywhere near manhattan or times square
My hometown!! Been waiting for this! Welcome to the big 🍎
My hometown too. Brooklyn all the way !
@@556m4 woo woo! 😂🍎
@@556m4Hell yeah!
Me too, right in Manhattan for 39 years!
The big rotten apple, lol.
Over 54,000 views in 7 hours. We love our New Zealand Family.
The smile on Denzi's face... worth it. I'm glad you got to see a lot of things in NYC...
I grew up in NJ and spent much of my youth going to NYC for punk and hardcore shows all over the city and of course plenty of random journeys through Manhattan over decades of time. It's easy for the City to become less magical and become just another place you're so used to that it's not a big deal anymore. I say this because watching videos like this where we get to see people like yourselves experience it for the first time and get to feel that "wow" factor and the whirlwind of being in that environment is so good for the soul. It helps someone like myself appreciate a lot of what I may have become jaded to and it puts a smile on my face. Glad to see you all have so much fun in the Big Apple!
Same here..I was a Dj I. The 80s going from Jersey to NY...nothing like it. And now I'm an old F..😅
so true, i'm 52. done and ready to gtfo
Watching your faces and hearing the excitement your family has warms my heart and brings tears to my eyes. Most Americans don't hold your joy towards their own country like you and your family do. Y'all are great!
Your family always makes me so happy :)
I’m 61, born & raised in Northern California. When I was a teen I took the ferry past the statute of liberty.
Never went to the island, let alone in the crown. How special.
New York, New York, a city so nice, they named it twice. The city that never sleeps. The greatest city in the world. The center of capitalism. The big apple.
I remember the first time I rode the NYC subway. I was kind of stoked but it looked like you guys may have been a bit nervous. Denzel is afraid of heights? Well good on him for making the trek up the Statue of Liberty. That is a brave little dude.
Too bad it's full of corruption.
@@normanfrye6436 you're full of corruption.
@@normanfrye6436isn’t all of the world tho?
@@nkengeayo Especially the places where leftists rule, so that would put NYC, San Fran, Chicago and other violent, filthy, crime-ridden hell holes top of the list.
Luckily they were not attacked, robbed, assaulted or killed in that crime ridden city.
I never stopped smiling thru this entire video. It was mesmerizing! Denz was so brave to go up to the top like he did, great job buddy! This was soooo fun to watch! Thanks so much for taking us along on this incredible adventure. Sending love from Florida.❤
I remember going when I was a little girl. I've been lucky enough to see most of our beautiful country.
Any region you have left to see?
Love your videos, so wholesome, enjoy seeing the family together and so happy.
I was in New York City when I was 14 years old. I would LOVE to go back. It will be 50 years ago this summer. I have looked at google maps and seen SO MANY things that I would love to see in this town. Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
That was so cool! I bet that is a memory that will live forever.
This makes me miss NY man, lived in Brooklyn for a bit before I moved to the south. Glad to see you guys enjoyed yourselves!
As a New Yorker that now lives in Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA for financial reasons I thank you and your beautiful family. I remember taking my Miami girlfriend to NY for the first time..she was intimidated...but soon she said WOW amazing. Thank you please come back...Ft Lauderdale is nice too..see you here
GOD bless.❤
How was the adjustment to Ft. Laud? Do you like the people there?
@ct6852 I will always consider myself as a New Yorker however now South Florida is my home. Like any place it's got its good and not so good. The land scape is totally different of course. No palm trees in NY...People are people.
can't wait to leave queens and join you in ft laud
I'm glad you guys had a fantastic time in NYC! 👍
Life-long New Yorker here. Glad you enjoyed! Hope you hit up some great restaurants… and got some good pizza! 🍕
I love visiting NYC. As a teacher, I took 8th graders to NYC and I'm in Georgia. So glad that y'all had fun.
Wow! Totally Amazing! ...What a City New York is, ....From UK 💛
My friend this place is magically electric.
Greatest city in the world!
I agree. As a lifelong Chicago guy, born here. It does MY heart good to SEE these lovely people truly enjoying, understanding and appreciating it all, like we once did! Cheers, and come back very welcome!
This video rlly made me realize how much I take for granted living in New York City. There’s nothing else like it
lol same ive lived here all my life and have never been any of these places
Thats sad....as an ex-New Yorker of 12 yrs,there's no city like it anywhere in the world! It's alive...you feel its electricity course thru every inch of your being....
I❤NY @ghljytjgvhbgtyjmhg
The passage way up to the Statue of Liberty's torch was closed off, due to high winds And the fear that the arm would collapse. I'm so happy for you! You are a family that's making your own dreams come true❤ Love from California
Public access to the torch has been closed since 1916!
I'm 70 years old, live within 250 miles from NYC, you've seen more of NYC than I have!
I am 63 years old and have never been in the Empire State Building or in the Statue of Liberty or on Times Square and I'm only 90 Mi away😂
Then I feel less bad. I'm in Ohio but have only seen the NYC LaGuardia Airport!
Wilbur, go visit...take in a broadway show, or just enjoy the street sites, central park. I didnt think id like it but i keep going back. I hope you visit it more. ✌
The way I see it is you’re a very smart person to stay away from that 💩 🕳️.
NY State is totally different than POO 💩 York city. I want to go back to The Hudson Valley Area. I totally loved it there. POO 💩 York City is a completely different country.
@@TackyonetwoYou didn’t miss anything ! POO 💩 York city.
Watching the wonderment in the eyes of the kids and everyone making such great memories makes me feel so good!
So nice to see how much you appreciate our USA. Your family is precious and it's obvious you realize that. God bless you.
You're making this homesick American very happy. My grandma went to NYC about a century ago and actually went up into the arm to the torch. She stood there on the balcony of the old torch.
I am from the US but have never been to New York. I enjoyed watching your trip. I am scared of heights as well so I understood your son’s fear.
I'm so ancient we WALKED up...STAIRS. Your family makes me appreciate the things I've taken for granted about the U.S.
You go Denzel! Very brave of you.
Times Square has been legendary for well over 100 years.
Except it wasn't good in the 70s and 80s.
Love seeing the joy through your eyes. I am an American but have never been to NYC!
I'm so happy to see it through your eyes. ❤
You look like you are having a blast ! That’s great ! WELCOME TO AMERICA !
I live about 5-6 hours away in Rochester. We’ve been a bunch of time but most recently went for Christmas in 2022 and then went during Memorial Day weekend in 2023 for the friends exhibit 🤣 watching this makes me wanna go again. Love it there!
I grew up in NY State and only been to the city a few times. haha the rest of the state is so beautiful! I hope you get to see that one day, also.
Ameen, can I have your WhatsApp number?
It is so true, the city that never sleeps. What a great time. And there is so much more to see here. Christmas is a magical time to be here. So glad you enjoyed it.
But Christmas also brings those insane crowds. So it's actually better that they went when they did. If they went at Christmas time, I don't even know if Nadine would be able to see people skating, because it's hard to even get close. Everyone is there for the tree, the skating , and Saint Patrick's.
Your videos are so refreshing & your family is delightful.
So glad you guys came and had fun! I’m American and have never been to Cali or NY, so I’m enjoying the content.
Go..... You wont regret it for a moment. Either one but i recommend both
What an excellent video. I have been to NYC a couple times before, but it was always for work. Never got to experience with a family enjoying it like this. What a memory.
You guys are fun! Thanks for bringing such a positive vibe wherever you go! New York is one of the best and it always gives and gives more and more! Looking forward to more videos! Keep em coming! Thanks so much!
Good for you guys! Keep making those memories. Life is to be lived!
You guys are so cute. As a born and raised NYer, I often get aggravated when I’m in the city. I often forget the joy and amazement others experience when they visit. Thanks for reminding me. I hope you enjoyed it.
I could watch these videos all day.
Gotta say, one of my favorite vlogs from any content creator. You all looked comfortable and obviously approachable. Great edit, looking forward to the next episode of your 🇺🇸 trip.
Wow! How fun!!! I’ve been to NYC and to the Statue of Liberty and all these amazing places. The sad part, I don’t remember ANYTHING!!! My aunt uncle lived there when I was a baby and toddler and my mom and dad took me and my older siblings several times. I have all the pictures and it looks like I had a great time, but I can’t wait to go back and actually remember it!!!