Inside The Dominican Republic's Most Dangerous Hood 🇩🇴

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  • @KurtCaz
    @KurtCaz  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2318

    My latest video: th-cam.com/video/JlXKXhln7OA/w-d-xo.html

    • @crossedxlove713
      @crossedxlove713 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      BRUH I WAS 20 SECONDS AGO

    • @thur9368
      @thur9368 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      bruuuh

    • @rredu_
      @rredu_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🍠

    • @alexdasliebe5391
      @alexdasliebe5391 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      “Propina” should work for “tip”

    • @gianameglio
      @gianameglio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Go visit republica de Panamá 🇵🇦

  • @gayleralan
    @gayleralan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24437

    “I don’t like to call it lower class. Because usually the people from these areas have more class than the rich ones”....made me sub!

    • @DanielBrown-yw5zc
      @DanielBrown-yw5zc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +585

      Exactly that made me subscribe immediately lol I said this guy is the truth very respectful

    • @oscarguijosa7881
      @oscarguijosa7881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +257

      You people are unbelievably naive.

    • @kate7413
      @kate7413 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      @Mia Smith we are no racist, thank u

    • @Yumemaru.
      @Yumemaru. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +722

      @@kate7413 as a Dominican I can confirm a lot of Dominicans are racist, there's especially a lot of xenophobia towards Haitians. Obviously not everyone is like that but it's a big enough amount of people that it's noticeable when you're there.

    • @truth7204
      @truth7204 3 ปีที่แล้ว +103

      Money has nothing to do with class

  • @baeinthebay1888
    @baeinthebay1888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12460

    this dude walked into the hood, got a sick fade, and ate some dank local food. total respect earned my sub lol

    • @Tradernotahater
      @Tradernotahater 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      🤣

    • @mikelugo8983
      @mikelugo8983 3 ปีที่แล้ว +82

      G good soul people see that.

    • @brandonsolanes9217
      @brandonsolanes9217 3 ปีที่แล้ว +91

      Fr real ass mfr, hopefully this video sheds light on places like this and one day we can all work to rebuild em cuz these ppl deserve it

    • @dediosnata
      @dediosnata 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

      La comida es buena. El barrio es malo.

    • @jommzom9715
      @jommzom9715 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      dude is from south africa i guess lol

  • @Mundasvlogs
    @Mundasvlogs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28292

    the reason the moto taxi like you called it (concho) told you that you can give him whatever you want is because they get paid very little for example all of that wouldn't have even been 100 pesos which isn't even 5 dollars I love that you gave him so much without knowing because they really deserve it.

    • @ATrainInfinite
      @ATrainInfinite 3 ปีที่แล้ว +389

      Ya that was dope!

    • @aqilahsdead
      @aqilahsdead 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Hi munda!!

    • @amankc7226
      @amankc7226 3 ปีที่แล้ว +200

      Hey munda
      Let me play kanye's donda
      And u can shake your bunda.

    • @dearn_n
      @dearn_n 3 ปีที่แล้ว +147

      @@amankc7226 ew

    • @4skin4sale71
      @4skin4sale71 3 ปีที่แล้ว +158

      Y’all thirsty 🥲🦋

  • @Houstoncertifiedlightskin
    @Houstoncertifiedlightskin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3502

    I liked that some people actually warned him that he shouldn’t walk alone

    • @tannhauser5399
      @tannhauser5399 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      @Noe Martinez Guifarro - a lot of places will do that (example being Caracas, some neighbourhood in some cities in Africa, Asia, EU), but a lot won't.
      And they will be brutal about it, and things will escalate quickly.
      And this is applicable not only to South America, and so on - but a lot of places in Europe, Asia, Africa too. You just have to have a common sense.
      Just because you are some foreigner, recording everything, and traveling solo - across the globe - for a lot of people this will be completely miningless. They will rob you, beat the crap out of you, and in a lot of cases kill you, just because.
      And I'm saying that as somebody who worked and used to live in over 20+ countries, and having 4 different passports - allowing me to move quite freely in across EU, US, UK, Australia and so on.
      Edit: grammar/spelling

    • @B0R0M1R
      @B0R0M1R 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@tannhauser5399 where in Europe can you find such places? (except London or Birmingham UK)

    • @tannhauser5399
      @tannhauser5399 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      ​@@B0R0M1R - from the top of my head: Marseille. My god... But a lot of others too, to be honest.
      It's not about the cities as such, but specific neighbourhoods withing them. And this is where a common sense is important.
      London? Too general. But something like Croydon, a bit south of London, still within a Tube zones? Mixed feeling, as personally I know people who had been robbed there (young lady, just because she was talking on the new mobile phone, and a guy with a mask simply took it away from her, just outside of the station).
      Been there a lot myself, as I've been contracting for a large insurance company (almost just across the East Croydon station; don't want to put any names here). Plenty of other experiences from something like a Hammersmith area and others (hell even around Bank Station, Euston, Victoria, London Bridge and Waterloo you can be easily pick pocket by professionals -> and yeah, I've been working around all of them).
      Canary Wharf over the weekend - almost empty (comparing to the usuall daily rush hours) - and there is plenty of places that you can be taken advantage of over the weekend (especially if you are a turist).
      Paris or Rome? My god. Valetta, or Berlin - better. But I rather take Valetta.
      Northern countries (Finland, Norway, Iceland)? Much better. A lot. No comparison. Most of my experiences were good over there, in fact - very, very good.
      If anybody think that any major city in EU is safe? Sure. In general. Comparing to South America or Africa, Asia and so on (different game over there in a lot of cases). But is it actually "safe"? Nah. Again, this is where a simple common sense is important, because some people... can be really brutal. A lot, without any remorse, no matter what the country, or city. And they would forget that you (as a turist) existed 5 seconds after they would rob you.
      Hell even in Barcelona, outside of usual turist places you can be beaten - if you go outside usual main places, or everything inside your car can be taken away (if it is rental). Been there, and experienced that myself in a way (on the way to Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, a large stadium within the city)...
      Note: All in all, move outside your city, village, country. Travel a lot. Work in other countries. Experience everything, just beyond reading newspapers. And then... you will see.

    • @metalassassin8841
      @metalassassin8841 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@tannhauser5399 This shit mostly happen in western European countries. Which is funny, since you'd expect for such shit to happen more often in the poor European countries.

    • @ahkuramon6595
      @ahkuramon6595 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tannhauser5399 so curious what you used to do...hopefully can say without saying

  • @DJEXXTRA
    @DJEXXTRA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16335

    as a dominican i appreciate you paying the barber extra. that definitely made his day in ways you wouldnt expect

    • @donjerson
      @donjerson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +281

      @alien house Lol the earthquake was barely felt in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, the East side country. That's where he's at. He wouldn't last a day in Haiti

    • @fortyseven7789
      @fortyseven7789 3 ปีที่แล้ว +562

      @@donjerson next episode "most dangerous hood in Haiti"

    • @qttrippy8919
      @qttrippy8919 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      300th like

    • @donjerson
      @donjerson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +90

      @@fortyseven7789 nah he knows if he does that he will most certainly die

    • @harrymckenzie3725
      @harrymckenzie3725 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      and over 2 million new potential customers ;)

  • @dsmith1888
    @dsmith1888 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7073

    When he's walking the streets, he's getting checked out. People on bikes driving past him. People looking at him from a distance.
    A white man walking the streets alone, in the day and talking to a camera, recording himself as walks.
    The reason he manages to walk these streets and not have any trouble is down to him being able to speak the language. He can hold a conversation with the people he meets. So he gains respect.

    • @davidchandler6885
      @davidchandler6885 3 ปีที่แล้ว +544

      also camera helps ALOT, and prob has someone watching in case something happens

    • @M88ULV
      @M88ULV 3 ปีที่แล้ว +470

      @@davidchandler6885 He absolutely does not have anybody with him, unless they're in the video.

    • @alfonso87ful
      @alfonso87ful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +503

      Its because he is dressed lightly with no value products on him. I go everywhere in that area with no prob..

    • @losvega5004
      @losvega5004 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      How do u gain respect in America then

    • @lilkwinci
      @lilkwinci 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      fact

  • @sirminimuffin4196
    @sirminimuffin4196 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4337

    just watching this dude being so friendly and making people’s day a little bit better by being social and interacting with them is so fun to watch

  • @Blessed.By.Ambition
    @Blessed.By.Ambition 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +101

    That kid at 11:11 was practicing his English with you. That's great he got a solid opportunity to use it.

  • @archivethearchives
    @archivethearchives 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4100

    That brother on the motorbike was a life saver for you!! Kept you on good path to good places and was probably thrilled to have a foreigner riding along to see all his favorite places. Probably was a special day for him because if I had a taxi job and a foreigner wanted to ride along with me I would be so exciting.

    • @dieselbeastgamerkushgod7784
      @dieselbeastgamerkushgod7784 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      This was a blessed video some people always have it worse

    • @9007dodo
      @9007dodo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

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    • @NoonSlayer-wy6nd
      @NoonSlayer-wy6nd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Lol he knew the whiteboy had money 😂

    • @shamzo2492
      @shamzo2492 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah. It would be the best day

    • @damianwidelski7596
      @damianwidelski7596 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

      That dude tried to steel his camera at the barber shop XD

  • @1JayVon
    @1JayVon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1774

    This is why TH-cam is amazing. Cant get unscripted quality content like this on television.

    • @Noname-hb3tu
      @Noname-hb3tu 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      U know the song from 9:28 ?

    • @000Ares26
      @000Ares26 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      TH-cam is starting to age restrict videos they do not like, so in Europe, you need to provide your ID to verify your age… Not very good

    • @JesusFriedChrist
      @JesusFriedChrist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well…it’s still edited.
      It’s just not deceptively edited for manufactured drama.

    • @benwatson9501
      @benwatson9501 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@JesusFriedChrist no one said it wasn’t edited, just not scripted, which it isn’t

    • @Florian00
      @Florian00 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@000Ares26 There's a way around it by pasting the link on another website, I would never give my ID to a website and I really hope no one else does

  • @thefreaks8926
    @thefreaks8926 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15938

    His safety was guaranteed the moment he held the camera, effectively granting him immortality of a cameraman

    • @irokosalei5133
      @irokosalei5133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +372

      Claiming my "before this comment blows up" ticket, that was good

    • @idkanymoreman3877
      @idkanymoreman3877 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Bro xD

    • @holfwaley3973
      @holfwaley3973 3 ปีที่แล้ว +470

      More of a target for stealing. Camera footage easily deleted if you can snatch it

    • @alexromanov8405
      @alexromanov8405 3 ปีที่แล้ว +178

      lol been there recently, they'll pull that camera out of your hand with a mask and sunglasses and casually walk away. you ain't chasin

    • @silentvoiceinthedark5665
      @silentvoiceinthedark5665 3 ปีที่แล้ว +98

      He would not have had the same luck in Haiti, the fact that Dominicans are nice people should not be under appreciated

  • @sel99100
    @sel99100 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I think what helps him is the camera any thieves don’t want to be filmed, his Spanish conversations with the locals is a huge plus, and how friendly he is. He asks people their names and he introduces himself, that in itself connects you to a person even if it’s for a few minutes

    • @kcorpora1
      @kcorpora1 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Speaking decent Spanish with some errors, showing confidence, showing respect, you will be welcomed.

    • @jodh-cx1zd
      @jodh-cx1zd 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      A real street nigga give no fcks😆 they gon snatch that camera along with him

  • @Elithia.m
    @Elithia.m 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5074

    Wow… how did you begin to be so social and friendly? I was amazed by your openness and boldness to talk to strangers alone. I stumbled on this video by accident and watched the whole thing. This was very interesting

    • @iAmpedrosilva
      @iAmpedrosilva 2 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Same

    • @Kizikafuka
      @Kizikafuka 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      True, and it's just appeared in my yt recommendation

    • @ziekehaze1797
      @ziekehaze1797 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Looked like xtc or speed at the start

    • @priscilasanchez9225
      @priscilasanchez9225 2 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      We Dominicans are very warm, welcoming and social people.

    • @jgalvan09
      @jgalvan09 2 ปีที่แล้ว +118

      even when he met a pimp who offered him a woman he still said no in a kindly way and treated him like a friend when he said goodbye lol very smooth guy

  • @yinxayame
    @yinxayame 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3525

    I love that he's so conversative with the locals, as A Dominican I love that he's going to the lower class parts of my country and show that there's a lot of misunderstanding.
    You're not always in danger when going to those type of places, you'll always find warm people that receives you very welcoming.
    You got a new sub!

    • @erikherrera3216
      @erikherrera3216 3 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      Exactly! He does not ignore reality. He also shows that these places aren’t as bad as people think. You really get to see the people and the culture.

    • @blaneries8925
      @blaneries8925 3 ปีที่แล้ว +85

      While there is nice people there he was definitely not safe everyplace he went they told him be careful and the one guy said not to be walking around alone while there is good people that are in poor areas there are also people that would kill him

    • @AverageCommenter2023
      @AverageCommenter2023 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      People have the same opinion as Sacramento, but my father visited The US once and said the locals over there were very polite people, but if you view counties the negative way, then I could tell you that every country in the world (probably even Switzerland and Luxembourg) have a bad side, in The Netherlands we call it ‘vooroordeel’ which basically means like you saying ‘I saw the country on the news once and all I heard was it was a dangerous city/country. Whilst you never visited the country in your live, people see The Netherlands as a country full of wealth but with Cities as Amsterdam, The Hague, Eindhoven, Rotterdam and Utrecht, the criminal rate is very high especially in those five that I just mentioned, and all people talk about is ‘the country is full of wealth so there won’t be a problem with criminality’.

    • @blaneries8925
      @blaneries8925 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@AverageCommenter2023 not the point I was trying to make he was being warned for a reason not safe to walk around a Neighborhood by yourself not knowing the language that well

    • @ingoflamingo1259
      @ingoflamingo1259 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@AverageCommenter2023 yeah I moved to Switzerland and a lot of the people are nice but you find 2 or 3 xenophobic people

  • @shaneshaneist
    @shaneshaneist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3787

    This guy is very confident and comfortable walking around but also extremely naturally vigilante, which is probably why he doesn’t get into any trouble.
    He is constantly looking around, especially if something enters his peripheral vision.

  • @iDillen
    @iDillen 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1777

    I honestly think the camera actually saves you sometimes bc shady guys aren't sure if they're on camera and might be traced back because of that.
    They never know if you're uploading while recording or maybe you're undercover (DEA?)
    Anyways great content, love to see it, all the best for you Kurt!

    • @sorinagashi9203
      @sorinagashi9203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      no you are wrong. all was fine because its not the most dangerous place. believe me robery doesnt know if its recording or not. the just do what they do.

    • @samuelpinder1215
      @samuelpinder1215 2 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@sorinagashi9203 a guy whos name sounds japanese talking about crime. Other than the guy who shot the prsident you have literally nothing in terms of crime

    • @fernandoa589
      @fernandoa589 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I doubt they care. You see people robbing stores all the time with obvious security cameras. Some people just don’t care.

    • @jasonu3741
      @jasonu3741 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      generally you can rob but not harm tourists, especially not male tourists, even the crooks know that.
      if your a traveling tourist and your robbed and let go you can go to the police and watch basically as they question you "why you left the resort, why you were traveling alone, why did you go to that area" but if a tourist is physically harmed or god forbid killed, watch that whole neighborhood get rained down on by the police for weeks, the locals know this and avoid those situations because of it.
      your safer as a tourist then as a local sadly, so don't try and blend in too much.

    • @compyfn6876
      @compyfn6876 2 ปีที่แล้ว +132

      @@samuelpinder1215 bro is steriotyping a person

  • @backwoodbb729
    @backwoodbb729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2799

    You can tell how well traveled he is he seems just comfortable enough that it looks like he’s been to the barrios before but still cautious of his surroundings and being observant

    • @juanguzman4796
      @juanguzman4796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      I mean in santo domingo the worse thing that can happen to you is getting robbed but no one will kill you unless provoked and is still not very likely.

    • @michaelkilian3175
      @michaelkilian3175 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      That's because he's South African mate lol

    • @hybridangel3403
      @hybridangel3403 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      His from South Africa he is very street wise. I was telling my Dad about Jamaica 🇯🇲 my father is from he said its worse in South Africa and there are similarities.

    • @nickcabrera3087
      @nickcabrera3087 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yeah tbh Santo Domingo isn’t all really especially dangerous imo. That’s where my grandma lives.

    • @henrygee2664
      @henrygee2664 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He’s South African SA is way more dangerous than any other nation even within the continent of Africa as a whole it’s considered a dangerous place. He wouldn’t last 5 minutes in downtown Johannesburg 🇿🇦 In his own country lols🤣🤣

  • @robertherrmann1848
    @robertherrmann1848 3 ปีที่แล้ว +734

    Bro you’re dope. The level of respect you have when you talk to people made me keep watching.

  • @Guccimustard
    @Guccimustard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12625

    bro pulled up on the block and got a haircut like it was his own neighborhood, what a chad

    • @arianasofia7796
      @arianasofia7796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +145

      lad

    • @yaahman74
      @yaahman74 3 ปีที่แล้ว +191

      @@arianasofia7796 tea and biscuits

    • @Luvkioo
      @Luvkioo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      If you have ears to hear, hear and understand you are probably one of GODS lost sheep that needs to be found there is this hole in your heart and you tried many times and many things and many ways to fill it and still are but it’s not working and it keeps getting bigger and bigger you would be around multiple people and still feel lonely and work so hard to take those bad thoughts away etc but let me tell you JESUS is the one who can fill that whole in your heart JESUS is that missing piece you’ve been looking for, that peace that’s never ending that true love and joy and happiness it’s in JESUS not of this world but of the kingdom of heaven and if you want to accept him in your heart all you have to do is believe in the gospel A-admit that you’re a sinner and that you need forgiveness, B-Believe that JESUS CHRIST died for your sins and rose again, and C-Confess your faith in JESUS CHRIST and his lordship over your life and you will be saved and this amazing feeling is not a drug it won’t last a couple hours but forever eternally bc it is not of this world but of GOD who sits on the throne of heaven forever and ever HALLELUJAH 😇✝️❤️❤️

    • @Surv1ve_Thrive
      @Surv1ve_Thrive 3 ปีที่แล้ว +238

      Lad doesnt mean a God. Just that he is confident enough to do what he wants to do.

    • @thebakebalance4899
      @thebakebalance4899 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      @D'Arcy Cole I bet in million years you would do the same thing

  • @justinfeemster2023
    @justinfeemster2023 ปีที่แล้ว +293

    As a blonde white dude living in Puerto Rico, I can’t begin to tell you how based this guy is getting the full Dominican haircut and dry shave. He has evolved like a Pokémon.

    • @ferrarifast1429
      @ferrarifast1429 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      He did the equivalent of walking through Santurce/Cantera over here in PR

    • @huntersedlacek7495
      @huntersedlacek7495 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@ferrarifast1429Are you from Puerto Rico? And if you are I have a random question that you might have a good understanding about. Do you think your island will become a state at some point?

    • @cactaceous
      @cactaceous 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@huntersedlacek7495It will not. It doesn’t really benefit the US to give statehood to PR. In the 1950’s when it was first introduced as an option it did benefit the US. A lot of the people of PR were against it. They let it be known. In very extreme ways. Time passed. Most of the US military left.

    • @huntersedlacek7495
      @huntersedlacek7495 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@cactaceous Okay Mr. President.

  • @UnconfinedConfusion
    @UnconfinedConfusion 3 ปีที่แล้ว +742

    Seeing him communicate with the locals is so wholesome, genuinely some nice people

  • @tf7841
    @tf7841 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4812

    Each interaction he had with the people here ended with them telling him to “be safe or careful”. Which shows the reality they live in but also shows love and looking out for one another. YING
    and YANG

    • @oui7280
      @oui7280 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

      Yin*

    • @shenton93
      @shenton93 3 ปีที่แล้ว +141

      What they said didn't exactly mean be safe or be careful it means take care, a very common phrase used in the spanish language.

    • @sergionada1
      @sergionada1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@shenton93 which basically means the same thing

    • @justanotherone685
      @justanotherone685 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      @@sergionada1 true, but they weren’t doing what the commenter was suggesting and deliberately telling him to be careful or something, they were just saying a colloquialism. you know?

    • @lisandroestevez-inoa2405
      @lisandroestevez-inoa2405 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      @@justanotherone685 it’s true, i’m from the DR, and it’s a colloquial saying

  • @datboywitdemvocals06
    @datboywitdemvocals06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2008

    I noticed when he offered to hold the camera he was like “I think not”… you always have to be responsible and it’s nice he said it in a non offensive way too

    • @dad4life269
      @dad4life269 3 ปีที่แล้ว +127

      Super smart of him to not put himself in that position of vulnerability

    • @camcamwatt
      @camcamwatt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

      He was prob more worried about unusable shake footage too haha. All the people seems so friendly if they wanted to steal his camera they would of taken it regardless :))

    • @doodle4346
      @doodle4346 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      when was that in the vid? :0

    • @obivictor2891
      @obivictor2891 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@doodle4346 I think he's referring to this part of the video 16:11

    • @doodle4346
      @doodle4346 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@obivictor2891 tysm!

  • @mikibaer358
    @mikibaer358 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Thanks for bringing happiness and being so generous to people in DR

  • @pokerdiva680
    @pokerdiva680 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1417

    This guy has the perfect personality to interact with any group of people. So friendly, unassuming, open to anything new. And the haircut was wonderful! Thank you for a wonderful view into a culture that was unknown to me before your video.

    • @juliorobinson5386
      @juliorobinson5386 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Those are also the same people you end up hearing dead because they met someone crazy in a place they didn’t know enough about. I saw a story about a couple who had this guys personality they went to this country without really knowing anything except they heard it was beautiful. Long story short the guy was never found and presumed eaten by the village and the wife never heard of him again.

    • @gustavoreza2471
      @gustavoreza2471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      @@juliorobinson5386 source of info: trust me bro

    • @NiggasInANutshell
      @NiggasInANutshell 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/IenmwPCC6kA/w-d-xo.html

    • @sanick4864
      @sanick4864 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      He also looks like a really naive person

    • @fefemyluv
      @fefemyluv 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah!! He was respectful in all phases. I love that!

  • @gecgec3409
    @gecgec3409 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2668

    This does not feel like a 30 min wow, it’s incredibly captivating and has an amazing flow

    • @fromtimejb
      @fromtimejb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @fUck eRy you’re absolutely right, literally sat getting my nails done whilst watching this 😂

    • @malaematagofie
      @malaematagofie 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There's this thing called edit yeah ur can edit ur videos in 2021 wo

    • @losblancos1814
      @losblancos1814 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      dupa poza pari in dus !

    • @almedat2694
      @almedat2694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@losblancos1814 la tuya por si acaso

    • @almedat2694
      @almedat2694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@malaematagofie u missed the point

  • @JROD809
    @JROD809 3 ปีที่แล้ว +448

    Man, as a Dominican this brought me so much joy. The way you treat people says everything about you. You always gave more than what they asked and nobody overcharged you and even tried to give you your change back. I love my people, frienly and humble.

    • @storyandsoundscape8859
      @storyandsoundscape8859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly.

    • @dancam5812
      @dancam5812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Then what happens when y’all get to the US ? 😂 y’all are soooo damn rude and hostile in the US

    • @selfishteammate
      @selfishteammate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dancam5812 bro it’s bad. everyone hates to meet a stranger and looks for a reason to be mad here 🙄 I want to get away from it.

    • @dancam5812
      @dancam5812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@selfishteammate what are you saying ?

    • @fuckingallthesehoes3295
      @fuckingallthesehoes3295 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@dancam5812 Dominicans are really humble and friendly, coming from a Mexican they’re not rude in the US lol

  • @ARESxWARLORD
    @ARESxWARLORD 2 ปีที่แล้ว +230

    My people be chilling ain’t nobody trying to rip you off everyone just minding their business gotta love it 🇩🇴

    • @lawsgaming357
      @lawsgaming357 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Song name bro

    • @javiermedina9392
      @javiermedina9392 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      con esa mentalidad salio un tio mio y le dieron una atraca que le robaron hasta la vida

    • @marcoss6212
      @marcoss6212 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@javiermedina9392 En todas las ciudades del mundo hay crimen, donde quieras que vayas. Lamento lo de tu tío.

    • @Genter732
      @Genter732 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Except for the dude who wanted to film for him

    • @ink535
      @ink535 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@javiermedina9392 Eso pasa en el entero mundo😂 Tu siempre tiene que tener cuidado.

  • @arvindominguez5743
    @arvindominguez5743 3 ปีที่แล้ว +925

    This makes me happy, he enjoyed himself and had a great sense of humor. Great person, can enjoy themselves anywhere

    • @Chlocean
      @Chlocean 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @Dictator Kirby themselves is grammatically correct.

    • @ilikedutches
      @ilikedutches 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      fr. this was awesome to watch

  • @HannaBanana1444
    @HannaBanana1444 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1290

    Every time he tipped they tried to give him back change. So true “Usually people from these areas have more class than the rich people”.

    • @aldoranematzada8214
      @aldoranematzada8214 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Really? What country? I'm always getting scammed. Lmao.

    • @smoke4824
      @smoke4824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      @@aldoranematzada8214 probably just karma for something you did haha

    • @Mooshanmut
      @Mooshanmut 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@smoke4824 😐

    • @pat_thor
      @pat_thor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      not even true. You probley wouldn't know. In kingston Jamaica i got scammed out of my change

    • @nicklabrec6859
      @nicklabrec6859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      such a. reach. It’s an impoverish country. They’re used to giving change because they’re not used to getting tips because they can’t afford it

  • @crisXD2010
    @crisXD2010 3 ปีที่แล้ว +709

    This guy, showed the real life in the area, treated everyone equally and was humble, Respect and subbed!

  • @Karenanne247
    @Karenanne247 ปีที่แล้ว +149

    You could only do this by having a good awareness of the environment around you & the amazing people skills that Kurt has. So enjoying watching him display his skills ❤️

    • @DrPhil-pw2to
      @DrPhil-pw2to ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That’s way he reminds me of someone that was in the cops. He’s always looking around. Never stops, he’s got a lot of street.

    • @ivywoodxrecords
      @ivywoodxrecords ปีที่แล้ว

      Ya I would totally get quiet and go back to the hotel after like 5 minutes hahahahaha the mans got skills fr And the beers help!

  • @DillardDonger
    @DillardDonger 3 ปีที่แล้ว +588

    You are a genuinely kind man and it’s refreshing to see someone spread kindness to everyone in their path.

  • @akosibail
    @akosibail 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1676

    “Usually people from these areas have more class than the rich people” YOOOOOOO PREACHHHH!!!!

    • @Cardosovm.
      @Cardosovm. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      Hahahah yep. All around the world, here in Brazil is the same thing.
      I once lived in a kinda poor neighborhood and there were many people willing to help each other.
      Now that i moved to a great hood, people hardly want to know even if you're ok... 😒

    • @retrosphereasmr7364
      @retrosphereasmr7364 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @AppleJuice Really dude, everyone in Detroit lacks class? You can't be this dense 🤣

    • @notvuse275
      @notvuse275 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@retrosphereasmr7364 it’s an estimation not exactly

    • @lilronnie3758
      @lilronnie3758 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Strait up

    • @cpsavage2005
      @cpsavage2005 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      If only that were true. Poor people often have no class.

  • @TheHavel33
    @TheHavel33 3 ปีที่แล้ว +534

    How i watched this entire video without noticing 33 minutes had slipped by is a testament to your candid friendliness, on camera presence, and genuine engagement with the culture and people of the DR. Hats off man this was awesome, really wholesome. (Advice for all travelers: Do as this guy did and ALWAYS tip more than you should while traveling abroad)

    • @davidchandler6885
      @davidchandler6885 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      he knew spanish, thats what made everyhting haoppen

    • @Drforeverok
      @Drforeverok 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      No dont tip nobody are u fucking crazy tb fanboy. They come for your ass if u bring out the guap

    • @AntJoseph_
      @AntJoseph_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same wow

    • @DaRevolution9
      @DaRevolution9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Drforeverok exactly!!!! Him being able to speak Spanish fluently is probably what kept this guy safe

    • @tgmiller987
      @tgmiller987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DaRevolution9 I’m sure people wouldn’t tip big if they knew they were in a bad part of a town/city lol. he knows what hes doing and knows what hes getting himself into. It’s his job to test the waters.

  • @laurenstutts2802
    @laurenstutts2802 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    The haircut looks fire, the food looked delicious, and I loved how sweet and grateful everyone was. Especially when you would let them keep the change. Awesome video. My first time watching you! Subscribed!

  • @maxj5239
    @maxj5239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1613

    I couldn’t imagine someone like me going to the Dominican Republic not knowing much Spanish. He is really good at talking to people and making them happy

    • @barbarapujols6682
      @barbarapujols6682 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Don't worry! Many people here know English, is like a second language.

    • @onlyflavorcash3192
      @onlyflavorcash3192 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      You wouldn’t last 1 year there trust me I was born there and it’s bad

    • @joeyhernandez7908
      @joeyhernandez7908 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@onlyflavorcash3192 what’s wrong. ?

    • @onlyflavorcash3192
      @onlyflavorcash3192 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@joeyhernandez7908 well any type of jewelry or something of value will get stolen right away

    • @klkRDCF
      @klkRDCF 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@onlyflavorcash3192 actually it depends where you live.

  • @Richard-yp1dd
    @Richard-yp1dd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5060

    So nice how they all say be careful, goes to show that places are full of good people all over the world, sadly some places are stainted with criminal gangs and stuff like that… this looks like a great experience you had I’m happy for you :)

    • @ukrobochips8817
      @ukrobochips8817 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same

    • @jleif7736
      @jleif7736 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      I hate videos like this lol. Please go walk there at night time by yourself and let me know how that goes for ya. It's broad fking daylight. NO place is dangerous in broad daylight.

    • @evilwumpus
      @evilwumpus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      @@jleif7736 you are clueless

    • @marley9026
      @marley9026 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jleif7736 you are clueless bro ive seen someone shoot into a crowd in broad day just to kill a rival gang member

    • @acceleratingfiction2959
      @acceleratingfiction2959 2 ปีที่แล้ว +216

      @@jleif7736 not to be rude but its a bit of a stretch to say NO place is dangerous in broad daylight.

  • @KKFFnr1
    @KKFFnr1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3193

    Lukas Podolski really is making the best of his time after retirement

  • @lorikoenig6111
    @lorikoenig6111 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    I’m from Michigan and I moved to the Dominican Republic 5 years ago. First 3 years in Cabarete now I live in Las Terrenas. I have to say the Dominican people are extremely friendly.

    • @Vamo_Alla
      @Vamo_Alla ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for choosing to live in DR 🇩🇴🙌😎much blessing 🙌

    • @StunnaTv897
      @StunnaTv897 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They don’t like Haitians 😢unless you have a u.s passport I know cause I’m Haitian

    • @totre-hv5jb
      @totre-hv5jb 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@StunnaTv897 nah, you are like 1 million among us plus other 2 million descendants and we live in peace, even our most popular politician ever was from haitian descent

  • @somewisealien
    @somewisealien 3 ปีที่แล้ว +271

    I like this so much simply because he wasn’t looking to get trouble on video. He wasn’t looking to be controversial, he simply wanted to have a good time, and he did. Mad respect.

    • @ep3865
      @ep3865 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yesssss woww you said it all right there!

  • @shaunyjimenez9637
    @shaunyjimenez9637 3 ปีที่แล้ว +441

    I don't see enough people praising this guy's Spanish skills, although he has an accent it's super slim and his response time is quick ASF as a linguistics person hearing you speak Spanish clears my pores

    • @christy9344
      @christy9344 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      He also READS Spanish! The talking is impressive within itself but the fact that he can read it is just amazing.

    • @angekiabannable5434
      @angekiabannable5434 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He also speaks Italian! and I think he’s German(?) Europeans tend to speak multiple languages and he’s very impressive!

    • @ironsandhammers359
      @ironsandhammers359 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      funny hearing him switch accents back and forth, respect fr

    • @shaunyjimenez9637
      @shaunyjimenez9637 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@angekiabannable5434 he said he's from south Africa (?)

    • @christy9344
      @christy9344 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@angekiabannable5434 woah that’s awesome. I just started watching him today

  • @marvinsantos24
    @marvinsantos24 3 ปีที่แล้ว +323

    There is nothing that makes me happier than seeing foreigners enjoying my country!! Haven't been in D.R in over 10 years and I'm dying to return!! This video is so nostalgic for me!!

    • @notorious1_1
      @notorious1_1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      it's been 7 years for me and i totally agree.

  • @jenwings9332
    @jenwings9332 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Kurt your humility it transcends the screen !! That’s the best part of the videos !!

  • @locutrador
    @locutrador 3 ปีที่แล้ว +212

    Hey Kurt! I'm Dominican, I just wanna say THANK YOU!! I really appreciate you pay extra to all those ppl! I feel so proud of my country treating you like that. I hope you make another video like this whenever you come back again!! Dios te bediga! (God bless you)

    • @apunktbpunkt6843
      @apunktbpunkt6843 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Same 🥳🥰 really love to see our people like this 😭🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴

    • @R0GUER0CK
      @R0GUER0CK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dios te Bendiga..

  • @eetdarichmarx7423
    @eetdarichmarx7423 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4103

    Just goes to show that “hoods” are full of good people. No one deserves to be poor.

    • @thegoldennuggetyt
      @thegoldennuggetyt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

      Except in the US.

    • @eetdarichmarx7423
      @eetdarichmarx7423 3 ปีที่แล้ว +276

      @@thegoldennuggetyt get outta here with that US exceptionalism crap.

    • @so1667
      @so1667 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      @@eetdarichmarx7423 except the US.

    • @NotLikeUss
      @NotLikeUss 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      @@thegoldennuggetyt in the US he definitely wouldn’t be walking around in certain hoods. Not to sound cool but they would’ve put hands and feet on him. Maybe even thru smoke his way but it all depends. Some hoods are cool just like in this video. I’m sure they have some grimy hoods in Dominican Republic as well.

    • @beatsbygoldie2383
      @beatsbygoldie2383 3 ปีที่แล้ว +116

      @@NotLikeUss bro you have no idea what you’re talking about. Even the worst hoods in America aint shit to some of these places or Mexico

  • @BobbyBoucher41
    @BobbyBoucher41 3 ปีที่แล้ว +381

    I really enjoy how much respect you show everyone even in the moments of danger. You actually try to talk to them and not just film the spots.

  • @mukro
    @mukro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    yo i love that you do this really shows people that though some of these parts are considered very dangerous, when you really travel there most are very welcoming and good people

  • @iarmandov2
    @iarmandov2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +364

    When you mentioned the lower class area, I was genuinely saying to myself “bro that’s where you’ll get the most authentic food and the most authentic culture” but you really described them through when it comes to respect and manners, and how those areas tend to have that way more then the richer areas! I hope you enjoyed it and had a blast with the locals!

  • @camaysar222
    @camaysar222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2953

    You would do well everywhere because of your good-natured confidence, and your obvious appreciation of where you are.

    • @user-bo3mp8un6c
      @user-bo3mp8un6c 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

      Good natured confidence bis a great way of putting it

    • @CornPopWazABadDude
      @CornPopWazABadDude 3 ปีที่แล้ว +75

      Exactly. I just commented this before seeing this. I've been to tons of these types of places and as long as you're not flaunting expensive jewelry or have tons of cash, at worst you'll be asked if you want drug's. Don't follow anybody to any shady looking places where there aren't people around, use common sense, be friendly to everybody and you'll be fine.

    • @hdkonvick6299
      @hdkonvick6299 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Well, acting too friendly, smiling too much or trying to have a chat with evryone in Estonia might get you blue eye. No joke,

    • @ultimatenirvanatribute
      @ultimatenirvanatribute 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Unfortunately not everyone is gonna care about your nice attitude. But give respect when ya can.

    • @shad3128
      @shad3128 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@CornPopWazABadDude yeah when I was there everyone just asked me if i wanted to fuck the girls or buy drugs. When I said i just wanted some food food and drinks / cigars, they were happy to point me in another direction lol

  • @jcentricity
    @jcentricity 3 ปีที่แล้ว +733

    Love how he wants to emerge himself into another culture and wants to experience it to the fullest and how he sparks pleasant conversation.

    • @daddygrace253
      @daddygrace253 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      If I were white, I wouldn't be walking around alone in El Barrio.

    • @nellavita6478
      @nellavita6478 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Immerse. Not emerge.

    • @javiernunez6566
      @javiernunez6566 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@daddygrace253 No around the Zona Colonial you can walk normally, in this country theres white people aswell

    • @TYLOTYLOTYLO
      @TYLOTYLOTYLO 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@daddygrace253
      I would say if you have your wits about you. You’ll be okay.
      Plus people skills. This guy conducts himself incredibly, I was actually in awe watching this guy. He must have a massive shlong

  • @josefeliciano684
    @josefeliciano684 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I'm impressed you being from south Africa and speaking Spanish my RESPECT'S how did you learn I'm first generation Puerto Rican 🇵🇷 my parents are from la Isla de en cantó Puerto Rico ♥️ GOD BLESSED 🙏

  • @josephfades
    @josephfades 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1827

    The haircut was clean, he did a nice job and added cream to moisturize the face and the powder to remove any hair that might’ve stuck to the skin, it helps to prevent irritation later on.👍🏼

    • @Junior-yz8tf
      @Junior-yz8tf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

      I love a fresh fade. Only thing is when us white guys get one, people always assume that you're a cop, unfortunately. 😆

    • @josephfades
      @josephfades 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      @@Junior-yz8tf that’s true haha Thats how my dad looks if I give him to high of a fade. lol Especially the higher fades they give that type of vibe lol

    • @wondoxl4866
      @wondoxl4866 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      @@josephfades the John cena cut

    • @jahbrilplaysgamesandstuff326
      @jahbrilplaysgamesandstuff326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@Junior-yz8tf cause some of the fades y'all get be high ass hell like soldiers

    • @jahbrilplaysgamesandstuff326
      @jahbrilplaysgamesandstuff326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Junior-yz8tf cause some of the fades y'all get be high ass hell like soldiers

  • @nutnutrition3979
    @nutnutrition3979 3 ปีที่แล้ว +551

    I love how respectful he is with everyone

    • @israelmota7647
      @israelmota7647 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      you have to be lmao telling you right now they will definitely handle you

    • @israelmota7647
      @israelmota7647 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      the black suv that pointed like a gun at him wasn’t joking they will let it go on you i’m dominican so I know word will spread that he’s there being disrespectful

    • @slinkypubg
      @slinkypubg 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He has to be otherwise he'll get his ass smoking in no time

  • @aladdinzeitoun2965
    @aladdinzeitoun2965 3 ปีที่แล้ว +905

    This guy should have millions of subs. He visits all these countries and shows us the locals. He shows us that we are not so different after all. I commend Kurt for what he has posted throughout the years. He seeks out the "dangerous" neighborhoods and exposes the stigma. Sure there is high crime, but most of the people that live in these areas are regular just like you and I. I hope to do the same as you one day.

    • @draylin3
      @draylin3 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      🙏agreed. kurt is a legend! grateful for the amazing content

    • @HelloThere-uh3ll
      @HelloThere-uh3ll 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      It’s not that we are that different….it’s that some places are just far more dangerous. Of course it would be awesome to experience different cultures but don’t feel like risking my life to do it.

    • @muIIiner
      @muIIiner 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Okay we get it lol very tired of seeing these comments

    • @HelloThere-uh3ll
      @HelloThere-uh3ll 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@muIIiner it’s hilarious because there is literally crime statistics so the stigma is still there. Apparently they think everyone will be robbed or murdered on site lol

    • @plankmilk985
      @plankmilk985 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Kurt is def on the road to having many subs if he keeps it up. His channel been blowing up crazy recently.

  • @WanderWithSebas
    @WanderWithSebas 23 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Great moment of connection at the barbershop! It’s amazing how something as simple as a haircut can bring people together and show the warmth and hospitality of the Dominican community. Moments like these truly highlight the human side of every place.✂❤

  • @sanjit_misra
    @sanjit_misra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +647

    It’s beautiful when people from different countries meet each other and realise that they’re not really that different after all.

    • @YoungMesrine
      @YoungMesrine 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      We are all the same bro

    • @1robjames
      @1robjames 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      😂 yeah...depends where you go

    • @suhaibhedayah39
      @suhaibhedayah39 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ikr.. despite the conditions and grounds we lived on, we still pretty much the same

    • @2paidchino
      @2paidchino 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I love this

    • @215ILLicit
      @215ILLicit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We all shit the same color. If you can’t communicate with the locals you will have a very different response.

  • @crismaxdiaz
    @crismaxdiaz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3036

    I love how you corrected your statement in the cable car about "low class" neighborhood vs "poorer" neighborhood...since class does not relate to your income. Lower income neighborhoods can have a lot of good and well educated people...

    • @Delicious_Oreoz
      @Delicious_Oreoz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      There can be low class people who are great and educated, I've always looked at class a economic although I guess that's because I believe society is separated more by class then nationality.

    • @prasiejesus9957
      @prasiejesus9957 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey! I just want to tell you to get it right with God Before you leave this World. God is one and great and all of us humans owe God because we have broken His laws that are carved in our hearts and known as God's ten commandments. The Bible says that there is not one good man and that everyone is condemned by God to pay the price for their sin and that is death. God is great and he is our judge he will judge us for our sin and we can not do anything about it because God can not just ignore sin. thus we all deserve death. But God he was gracious to us humans and had his son Jesus sacrificed on the cross for your and my sin so that we would not be lost and suffer in the eternal fire. It is written in the Bible: John 3:16 God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. so instead of you dying JESUS ​​died on the cross he was mocked, beaten, whipped for you just for you, he could at any second call down angels to help him on the cross but no he chose to suffer for you and on that way God showed that he loved you. So turn to God and believe in him through Jesus it is the only way to eternal life with God. God also transformed me because he did disgusting things, but when I received Jesus, God began to do his work in me and thanks to the Lord I am saved. Please do not ignore this because I do not want you my sister or brother to be lost. but through Jesus there is not a single way to God for God is just he can not just forget your sin as long as nothing has paid for your sin and Jesus did. think of a court you are convicted of a punishment the judge will not remove your punishment for the good stuff you have done no he will judge you for the bad ones. but if someone pays your penalty then you are free to go. Seek the Lord. Pray with me: Lord I know I have sinned against me but I apologize and I want to be saved through the blood of Christ forgive me and guide me towards your kingdom God Amen.

    • @tyknowles9122
      @tyknowles9122 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      hahaah

    • @tylerhall99
      @tylerhall99 2 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      actually he almost got robbed for his phone and he got pressured into buying the most expensive dish he didn't prefer

    • @armybeef68
      @armybeef68 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      If you're well educated you're not going to be living in a low income neighborhood, after all, when was the last time you heard of a doctor or a lawyer living in the hood.

  • @Dom1629t
    @Dom1629t 3 ปีที่แล้ว +632

    Nothing but respect for this guy, you can just tell he’s real.

    • @NiggasInANutshell
      @NiggasInANutshell 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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    • @nintendo1869
      @nintendo1869 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who is in your pfp

    • @Dom1629t
      @Dom1629t 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@nintendo1869 earl sweatshirt

    • @landonbehrendt2553
      @landonbehrendt2553 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@nintendo1869 doris - earl sweatshirt

    • @chotarabbit7232
      @chotarabbit7232 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      th-cam.com/video/IYnadZrZ2Y8/w-d-xo.html

  • @Guticann
    @Guticann 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Seeing this made me so happy. Honestly you are so freaking handsome, and radiate good energy. That is why people do not mess with you, you are confident and not scared and speak the local language. God bless, mucho amor!

  • @temmiecake
    @temmiecake 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2023

    as a Dominican who visits Santigo occasionally, this place scares me, its so difficult to walk around alone, and easy to get lost. His confidence definitely is keeping him safe XD . Love to see other dominicans treating him well and not mocking him either, happens a lot.

    • @rickishade7816
      @rickishade7816 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Yeah, same

    • @IBroLLyISePhIrOtH
      @IBroLLyISePhIrOtH 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So you are negra :D haha Haitiana!

    • @dipper5835
      @dipper5835 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wouldn't call it confidence, ignorance is bliss as they like to say. He just isn't fully aware, reading about it and seeing it in real life is different. He can't be walking around as a gringo alone like that. They will kill you just because they rarely see your kind and see it as more of a trophy that they got a gringo

    • @ShokanAkuma
      @ShokanAkuma 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Same thoughts. Also Dominican

    • @IBroLLyISePhIrOtH
      @IBroLLyISePhIrOtH 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ShokanAkuma they are so ugly yuk

  • @achubz2263
    @achubz2263 3 ปีที่แล้ว +321

    I love how everyone says be careful, like they actually care about eachother

    • @Set-vt
      @Set-vt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      If you’re referring to “cuidate”, it’s actually more like a take care.

    •  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Set-vt Right, When we say “Cuidate” is not like something bad can happend is more like a bye

    • @clydebarrow2.023
      @clydebarrow2.023 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah but cuidate as in take care can be taken literally as in 'Be careful of your surroundings' so it still stands that these nice people were looking out for the Gringo.

  • @djvillan
    @djvillan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +703

    Kurt spreading happiness around the world one country at a time.

  • @arii-db3mp
    @arii-db3mp 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love how you interact with them, its so genuine and kind! You have gained a new subscriber. I hope you enjoyed my country :)

  • @JesusRodriguez-dc7of
    @JesusRodriguez-dc7of 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1640

    I think this is the first country you went to where the people didn't try to haggle you for the price or scam you. Much respect to the Dominicans for being classy and having integrity. 💯👏🏼

    • @MabelRD08
      @MabelRD08 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🇩🇴🙂

    • @tamarfermin6902
      @tamarfermin6902 3 ปีที่แล้ว +149

      As much as I would like to say that my people don’t do this, I can’t, because they very much do. My brother’s girlfriend came with us to Santo Domingo for the first time and she definitely doesn’t look Dominican. So they knew she was just a tourist there. Everywhere we went they tried to charge her 3x even 4x the original price. Especially at the beach, I had bought this necklace for 1000 pesos (which is like $18 US) but when my brother’s girlfriend tried they charged her 2500 pesos for just one and she was planning on buying two. But she did it without noticing that she was being scammed. Obviously I’m not gonna say that my people are ALL like this but there are definitely quite a bit. But my country is overall beautiful, there’s a lot of hard working and admirable people just trying to enjoy life. ❤️🇩🇴

    • @edwinmagana10
      @edwinmagana10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@tamarfermin6902 gotta know what you doin homegirl

    • @JesusRodriguez-dc7of
      @JesusRodriguez-dc7of 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      @@tamarfermin6902 .... I understand that, I was just commenting on the majority of his interactions in this video as opposed to other videos. For the most part, they were treating him like a local.
      To be fair, I think when you go to more touristy spots in any country, that's when you get hustlers preying on tourists (beaches, bazaars, nightclubs, etc) . Since he was in an almost entirely no-tourist area, I think he got the regular treatment they all normally extend to each other because the predatory mentality wasn't there since they're not accustomed to dealing with tourists.
      You notice that trend in all his videos. If he's deep in a Brazilian favela, the locals are very honest & respectable. But if he's buying a towel on the beach in Rio de Janeiro, they're looking to extract as much as humanly possible lol. It's quite the opposite from what you'd expect.

    • @kingexclusivo
      @kingexclusivo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      They actually did af one point with the ice cream. He was charged 45 pesos which is a lot more than it’s worth. Usually you can get those for 15 pesos or less. But other than that, prices were pretty reasonable.

  • @eddiemonesti5671
    @eddiemonesti5671 3 ปีที่แล้ว +775

    You didn't find none of this people that like to rip off gringo, No over price, they all were honest. I feel proud of my people in this video.

    • @andrewfox7861
      @andrewfox7861 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      👏👏 most people living in challenging circumstances are the most giving 💗

    • @John.Spandli
      @John.Spandli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +158

      The rip off guys are in tourist areas

    • @delonsch3961
      @delonsch3961 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      @@John.Spandli yeah but isn't that normal in every country?

    • @CRP17
      @CRP17 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Kurt is like a 190 Gringo that walks alone to dangerous areas. Do you think that they would try it hahaha

    • @John.Spandli
      @John.Spandli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@delonsch3961 100%

  • @russc.9618
    @russc.9618 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2699

    “I don’t like to call it lower class. Because usually the people from these areas have more class than the rich ones”🔥👍🏻

    • @converse201996
      @converse201996 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      Facts

    • @russc.9618
      @russc.9618 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Black-Circle Huh?

    • @aleksandrebiias3337
      @aleksandrebiias3337 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      He meant economically.

    • @tomamundo8518
      @tomamundo8518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Es la verdad.

    • @tomamundo8518
      @tomamundo8518 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @Cale Phillips l have. Kurt does a good job of showing the humanity de éste pobre país.

  • @gingermuro6388
    @gingermuro6388 2 ปีที่แล้ว +758

    i envy your social skills and confidence

    • @savagemilky988
      @savagemilky988 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ no offense my nigga but we do not give a fuck where you from. Mostly all people going to treat you how you treat em and for his that was just straight kindness

    • @user-ds8gf3ki2g
      @user-ds8gf3ki2g 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @ why tho bro?

    • @alfiewilde4873
      @alfiewilde4873 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@user-ds8gf3ki2g He’s sayin that cuz he is Irish😂

    • @B0R0M1R
      @B0R0M1R 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ because people in developing countries are not very educated so they always assume he is bullshitting them by claiming he's african. I'd say 70% of people on this planet are unaware that south africa has white people. Only Europeans know this.

    • @drei_thirteen
      @drei_thirteen 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Because he exploits poverty and crime? You should live there with him, idjit.

  • @Rosebud62492
    @Rosebud62492 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1443

    As a Dominican from San José de las Matas..I want to personally thank you for having the respect for our people..our customs and for allowing yourself to live the experience from your own perspective and not through the biased eyes of others..😊😊😊

    • @randoee3854
      @randoee3854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      A beautiful people, too bad we can't say the same about their government. Poverty like this is completely unnecessary, yet it is the story of all systems worldwide. Hopefully one day soon the tyrants will be defeated and the people will have the wealth.

    • @babyj5184
      @babyj5184 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@randoee3854 love this!

    • @bertlenny5571
      @bertlenny5571 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Are you looking for approval from a white person?

    • @Rosebud62492
      @Rosebud62492 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@bertlenny5571 hell no...we don't need approval from anyone...we need to have people accept customs and tradition..no one is better than anyone else..we just think and live differently..and by the way we Dominicans are proud of our heritage no matter who approves of it or not..we stand and represent wherever we are..are YOU looking for acceptance into our culture?

    • @bertlenny5571
      @bertlenny5571 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Rosebud62492 I’m Puerto Rican

  • @TheBeautyAround
    @TheBeautyAround 3 ปีที่แล้ว +138

    I'm Dominican. Thank you for doing real tourism. A resort is a resort regardless to where you go but these are the realities of these countries. Also, you are very brave. Lol!

  • @timothynewport2411
    @timothynewport2411 3 ปีที่แล้ว +481

    Idk why, but watching this there were moments i was just smiling to myself. His effortless conversing and being in an unknown area, just makes me happy.

  • @Jaylugo009
    @Jaylugo009 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    As a Dominican I salute Kurt willing to travel there alone and come show everyone love and respect! Will always go a long way even if was a other different country.🗣️

    • @MrJustliketht
      @MrJustliketht ปีที่แล้ว

      As a dominican whats the song at 9:25

    • @mr.dontgetbackdoor
      @mr.dontgetbackdoor ปีที่แล้ว +1

      what was the song playing in the car when it drove by him

  • @GreenBananaz
    @GreenBananaz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2081

    You can tell he’s hyper alert, every noise & sound he’s absorbing EVERYTHING! He’s definitely got bigger balls than me going there on his own ...

    • @jangledangle1689
      @jangledangle1689 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

      Honestly he probably has just traveled a lot and developed street smarts. I would like to do the same, I'm 19 working a min wage job but I have like 7k Canadian saved up in savings so far and would like to travel in my twenties some time

    • @sasori9624
      @sasori9624 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@jangledangle1689 go for it brother you won't regret it

    • @firstlast-xn5re
      @firstlast-xn5re 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Dude from SA, they all have balls..

    • @GreenBananaz
      @GreenBananaz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@firstlast-xn5re definitely!

    • @GreenBananaz
      @GreenBananaz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@jangledangle1689 go for it! Live your dream whilst you’re still so young. Create some amazing memories.

  • @jedwood4499
    @jedwood4499 3 ปีที่แล้ว +833

    The barber actually shaped him up nicely

    • @VideraMedia
      @VideraMedia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Suuuper nice

    • @bansku1137
      @bansku1137 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Why would have he not?

    • @xBUMSKIx
      @xBUMSKIx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      For real

    • @keirabell7278
      @keirabell7278 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bansku1137 haircuts look different everywhere do “nice” looks different based on where you live

    • @ubereats3047
      @ubereats3047 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@bansku1137 Maybe because cutting hair of different races is different even here in the USA. Black barbers usually struggle cutting white hair and vice versa

  • @danielh7624
    @danielh7624 3 ปีที่แล้ว +349

    Kurt is an ambassador of kindness and openness the world needs more of.

    • @katerynlizardo7174
      @katerynlizardo7174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      El motorista feliz con eso mil 😁😁👍🏻

  • @quasarx78
    @quasarx78 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Wow I'm from Dominican Republic I love my country but even me there are places that I've never been in my life! Kurt's definitely brave! I don't know what to say about his actions but I respect that guy! God bless this guy and protects him cuz He's been in many countries and dangerous places!

    • @mr.dontgetbackdoor
      @mr.dontgetbackdoor ปีที่แล้ว

      what was the song playing in the car when it drove by him

    • @CarlosRodriguez-mj3uj
      @CarlosRodriguez-mj3uj 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Kurt is less likely to get robbed or mugged than a local like you and I. I wouldn't go into Capotillo by myself but I bet you Kurt has better chances than I do.

  • @mm8771
    @mm8771 3 ปีที่แล้ว +382

    Kurt's connects really well with the locals. I believe he is able to go and film in such areas because he is so polite and respectful. Notice how many times he asks people how they are doing. Keep on going Kurt!

    • @fahd3754
      @fahd3754 3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      been polite and respectful is a good thing but you forgot the most important thing, the langage, he can communicate with them and that changes everything

    • @kevglass4924
      @kevglass4924 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And probably pay's them security money before.
      And the worst places in the uk aren't really dangerous to go to.

    • @bennil_6938
      @bennil_6938 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      @@kevglass4924 bro this ain’t the UK🤣

    • @OutboundShane
      @OutboundShane 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      He makes the videos about the people and how places really are and not about him so much. I finally found a travel vlogger I enjoy subscribing to.

    • @chukob5
      @chukob5 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Poor doesn’t mean dangerous… dr is funded by tourists

  • @xBUMSKIx
    @xBUMSKIx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1500

    As an introvert I found this incredibly fascinating. You just talk to strangers and hang out with them all day. I would explode.

    • @agoale97
      @agoale97 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Just watching the video I feel like exploding

    • @speedfastman
      @speedfastman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +140

      If you pretend to be confident for long enough, it comes off as natural. Same with smiling. You get used to it.

    • @hansma2240
      @hansma2240 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      @@speedfastman thanks for the advice I’m an introvert that’s very insecure about many things I’ll try my best

    • @zdaito10
      @zdaito10 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Same But I kinda wish I wouldnt be such a introvert I dont even go outside ever I never do anything else then playing games and watching anime But this looks like this dude is enjoying live a lot more then me

    • @AC-be5gu
      @AC-be5gu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Keep in mind he uses extremely introvert friendly conversation points and questions ! Tap into that inner introvert of yours and you’ll find great empathy, compassion and curiosity. Prompt them to lead by sharing their experiences with you and you’d be amazed at how comfortably you settle in to interactions. Although I desperately need solitary space to decompress after since it’s exhausting lol, but well worth, such rich experiences when doing this.

  • @AlexRobbMentalHealth
    @AlexRobbMentalHealth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +186

    This is the perfect advert for why learning a language is such an incredible thing to do. They should play this in schools! Most of us would wander round awkwardly pointing at pictures on menus and trying to utter a little bit of language. The connection really happens when people realise you can converse. Love this!

    • @Jacob-xs5yu
      @Jacob-xs5yu 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Not really why learn another language when u don’t have too ur just emotional lol

    • @solbutton1611
      @solbutton1611 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Jacob-xs5yu It’s still proper respect (not to mention, more convenient) to learn the language of a country you are about to visit

    • @JG-nx3jg
      @JG-nx3jg 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Jacob-xs5yu i can see that you're still learning english

    • @nixonesport1998
      @nixonesport1998 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@solbutton1611 do you hold the same stance for immigrants to America?

    • @solbutton1611
      @solbutton1611 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@nixonesport1998 personally, no, because 1) the U.S. doesn't have an official language. and 2) The land of the U.S. was stolen from the Native Americans who had their own culture and languages before Christopher Columbus came in and ruined everything for them. So even if we did have an official language, it most likely wouldn't be English anyway.

  • @lovefalcon1111
    @lovefalcon1111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    I have a huge smile on my face watching this video!! This was absolutely beautiful!!! New sub❤

  • @NASSAfellow
    @NASSAfellow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1732

    I love how he supports the locals by giving them more than they ask.
    Edit: Dude, 1.7k likes... that's insane.

    • @Jv-mx1kv
      @Jv-mx1kv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      thats how its supposed to be 💯

    • @FreshestTv
      @FreshestTv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      You gotta be careful though because some cultures see tipping as an insult

    • @NASSAfellow
      @NASSAfellow 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Seraphilms you're such a legend

    • @Just_My_Reviews
      @Just_My_Reviews 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A little goes a long way in those countries. ❤

    • @vosslol
      @vosslol 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@FreshestTv facts especially older people in America

  • @joelantiguamusic
    @joelantiguamusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +412

    There's something many Dominicans on this video said that maybe you didn't noticed: "El es un tiguere" ( a way to say tiger) that means they thought you're smart, sharp, that you know stuff and don't get fooled easily. They respect and enjoy that from you.

    • @Rossyboyy
      @Rossyboyy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Think he gained some respect when he didnt hand over the camera to the guy outside who offered to film. Feel like most people in this situation happily hand over the camera to get a better shot, only to realise there camera is now off down the street while you are stuck in the barbers chair. Obviously speaking the language helped as well...

    • @joelantiguamusic
      @joelantiguamusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@Rossyboyy hahahahahaha well I don't think they were gonna still his camera but yeah, saying no to that offer is something a tiguere would do.

    • @martincanizales784
      @martincanizales784 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Judging from the context of the conversation, I thought they were just saying he was a “player” lol. When they were talking about their favorite types of women, he said he likes it all (In the sense that he likes everything about the country) but they understood it as that he likes all types of women.

    • @GeneralBando
      @GeneralBando 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@martincanizales784 yeah they meant he is a Player lol I was born there and that’s how it usually goes in that context.

    • @joelantiguamusic
      @joelantiguamusic 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@martincanizales784 true ! That was one of the times they said it.! When they were talking about the girls.

  • @GenyJulissa
    @GenyJulissa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +690

    I'm not even done with the video and I just want to say my face hurts from smiling.. my people can be so genuinely nice and helpful, this video warms my heart. Thank you for going to Santo Domingo and treating them with respect and I hope you go back and enjoy other parts of Dominican Republic

    • @roundish7796
      @roundish7796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Who cares

    • @user-nq9gz4xf7f
      @user-nq9gz4xf7f 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ya i didnt see it that way i thought he was foolish but your right he was well treated

    • @geuryor9388
      @geuryor9388 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@roundish7796 🤡

    • @t0ti18
      @t0ti18 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@roundish7796 lmao

    • @imdisturbeddd1625
      @imdisturbeddd1625 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Who cares

  • @Edd-s
    @Edd-s 2 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    You have such an positive energy it’s being a pleasure to watch thanks for this great video 💯👍🏻

  • @DeNNiS0194
    @DeNNiS0194 3 ปีที่แล้ว +708

    its his personality and the ability to speak their language. They definitly checked him out from distance and cars or motorcycles. But he is friendly, open minded and walks down the streets with no fear. But i think the main reason is the language and he speaks to everyone.

    • @keescanger8935
      @keescanger8935 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Ya I feel like he’s been there before, idk it seems less dangerous than where I live but maybe it’s his demeanor and him speaking the language makes him more acceptable. He may be making the title more scary for him for more views but still fun to watch the environment and area, I love traveling 🧳

    • @sydney2096
      @sydney2096 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      let’s also mention the fact that’s he’s a white male; if a woman was walking down those streets you would get completely different results.

    • @wiefdiwbofdbw
      @wiefdiwbofdbw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      @@sydney2096 I'd argue being white is a negative when walking down those streets. more eyes on you

    • @kreuning2
      @kreuning2 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Trust me when i say that he's good hearted, but also not naïve. He feels he's not secure and sometimes feels the fear he's trying hard tho to surpress it

    • @friendlyfireagains2855
      @friendlyfireagains2855 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Respect and being able to talk to people dose go a long way!

  • @ephedra443
    @ephedra443 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1922

    It is sad how bad a lot of parts of Latin America are. I really think us latinos have a culture that is very easy going and friendly, but the problem is our governments are often very corrupt and don't care about the people. It leads to a system where a lot of people feel like they are forced into a bad way of life or doing shady things just to get by.

    • @edwardjones2202
      @edwardjones2202 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Mate it's the same everywhere. People good, governments shit.
      Shitty people look for power.

    • @ephedra443
      @ephedra443 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      @@edwardjones2202 I would agree for the most part, but I think the discrepancy is particularly bad in latin america compared to everywhere else. We are known to be and truly are very easy going people who really just want to live life stress free. I'd argue of all the cultures I've been acquainted with, we are the most consistently easy going and care free. Yet, know only do we have shitty governments like in a lot of other places, we literally have some of the MOST shitty governments ever.

    • @yashA.456
      @yashA.456 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@ephedra443 I agreee with you, I think you latin american people are really comparable from your compassionate and easy going nature with our european counterparts, portuguese, spanish, even italian or greek people. Every warm country in the south of Europe has such a nice atmosphere and I love the people there. ALWAYS.
      Sad that you have to take matters into your own hands and end up doing shady things, because the government doesn't care about the people.
      god bless every single soul of you guys.

    • @sweetismami28
      @sweetismami28 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True!

    • @herewegoagin4667
      @herewegoagin4667 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      The government were once "the people"

  • @neil78
    @neil78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +301

    You're a master at building rapport with the people you interact with. Knowing the language of the people and speaking to them like they friends builds a lot of respect. You can see it.

  • @mikesanchez6594
    @mikesanchez6594 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    These videos are seriously the best. About as real as it gets and I’ve been there many times. Thank you for capturing this.

  • @mayankmalviya2991
    @mayankmalviya2991 3 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    This guy is teaching us all to not judge any person by the way they look or dress. Good job brother!

  • @bmejia6327
    @bmejia6327 3 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    As a Dominican , I wanted to say thank you. This video shows the real life of the locals and our culture.

  • @macanina100
    @macanina100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +909

    And they all didn’t try to short him, they tried to give him his change back. This place is awesome

    • @Abyzzol
      @Abyzzol 3 ปีที่แล้ว +121

      @@Trailblazers323 is that supposed to mean anything or?

    • @jojocat3636
      @jojocat3636 3 ปีที่แล้ว +163

      @@Trailblazers323 you would think in an area like that they would try to take advantage of him because he looks naive

    • @iceitupgsv
      @iceitupgsv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      @@Trailblazers323 Normally when people get tipped by white people they don't hesitate to take it cause they assume they got money like that lmao u off topic

    • @بودكاسترمضان-ش1ق
      @بودكاسترمضان-ش1ق 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mashallah

    • @okturbo7770
      @okturbo7770 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@Trailblazers323 yeah... the minority of DR

  • @maricleredpav4068
    @maricleredpav4068 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    bro all of your journey are so real no filter just straight walkin chilling eating talkin dang so nice

  • @moffman87
    @moffman87 3 ปีที่แล้ว +560

    The situation of the cafe would have given me really bad anxiety. Your confidence and positivity is enjoyable to watch. I'm also learning Spanish and found this very helpful in this format. Thanks

    • @VlBlN
      @VlBlN 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Que bueno amigo

    • @Carlos-tg2sh
      @Carlos-tg2sh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Why you would feel anxious because of dominican native people asking you for photos

    • @LuisLopez-cm8ki
      @LuisLopez-cm8ki 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      @@Carlos-tg2sh cus they are all watching you eat, that makes plenty of us anxious. Lol

    • @graveyardstudio3503
      @graveyardstudio3503 3 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      @@Carlos-tg2sh Cuz of that dude in blue shirt eyeballing him for 20-30min straight? Id adress that in first 10seconds, maybe thats why i dont go to places where they can shank you.

    • @user-wr4kp2gt6h
      @user-wr4kp2gt6h 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      @@graveyardstudio3503 fr dude was staring for so long

  • @DuckTapetv
    @DuckTapetv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4073

    I live here in the DR, and this was WHOLESOME!

    • @Algoconj
      @Algoconj 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      WTF HAHAHAHAHAHAAHAH Y UTEDE AQUI

    • @edwjampkod8577
      @edwjampkod8577 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Lambones :)

    • @edwjampkod8577
      @edwjampkod8577 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Nah, just kidding :v

    • @johnpierreroedancedeno9889
      @johnpierreroedancedeno9889 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      BÁRBARO, DUCKTAPE DE LAS PRADERAS PARA EL MUNDO HAHAHA USTEDES SON DUROS YOVA Y GLADELYN!!
      UN ABRAZO

    • @anabelreyes576
      @anabelreyes576 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Totalmente! Muy buena documentación

  • @dcabral00
    @dcabral00 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2906

    Generally speaking, we are very easy-going people, happy loving people. My biggest culture shock when I came to live in the US as a kid is how evil and cruel some of the other kids were. Honestly, it was like they always trying to outsmart you. When I went back on vacation, I realized how proud we Dominicans are of our country, and how happy good nature we are. It's a poor country but makes up of how friendly, and loving the people are.

    • @JamieEwing09
      @JamieEwing09 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

      Don’t sing your own praises by misrepresenting another group of people!

    • @lincolnehret
      @lincolnehret 3 ปีที่แล้ว +323

      @@JamieEwing09 if you’re talking about the kids, as an american, i can say they really are huge jerks

    • @dcabral00
      @dcabral00 3 ปีที่แล้ว +249

      @@JamieEwing09 Just expressing my own experiences, dude! If you don't like it, go bother someone else. I am certainly not interested on your perspective on anything!

    • @719Flowers
      @719Flowers 3 ปีที่แล้ว +139

      @@JamieEwing09 as an fellow American you’re an idiot. From his experience it sounds pretty much standard upbringing in America especially in cities.

    • @dcabral00
      @dcabral00 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @@JamieEwing09 What other group of people!? You mean to say that I am misrepresenting "some other kids" and how evil and cruel they were to a new foreign kid? Do you even understand the terms that you are using, or was this a phrase that you heard from someone, thought it was "cool" and now you are passing it on as your own.

  • @harveymcfaull1307
    @harveymcfaull1307 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks mate. Really like these. You get to see the real people and their real lives

  • @mikecast20
    @mikecast20 3 ปีที่แล้ว +326

    I love how you captured our people, Dominicans are super friendly and welcoming. Yes, there are dangers as in any situations where there is extreme poverty but this was very well done. You didn't treat it like some prop and captured the essence of the island, glad you enjoyed it.

    • @criminaltotheworld3154
      @criminaltotheworld3154 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      One of the most friendly person I encountered was a Dominican.

    • @mr.sandslash786
      @mr.sandslash786 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Abdulsalam _XP Ngl it isnt even a stereotype at this point, it really is actually dangerous there, ive witnessed more robbery and shooting there. Driving there even sucks since mortobikers dont even give a fuck.

  • @Ravcar96
    @Ravcar96 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1111

    I love your genuineness. The fact that you were so pure and genuine with every interaction with every single person or thing. You seem like an awesome good-hearted person. Also enjoyed the lack of fear you have. Not necessarily of death but of perception and looking “dumb or ignorant”. As someone who does things alone and has been meaning to travel but can’t ever build up the courage to do so, this is really inspiring.

    • @brooksreahl2706
      @brooksreahl2706 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      this the type of person that comments for likes

    • @ZoeBowieJoey
      @ZoeBowieJoey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      agreed being very vulnerable

    • @vegan_james_charles_china_2446
      @vegan_james_charles_china_2446 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@brooksreahl2706 you know it

    • @paoloferri8680
      @paoloferri8680 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      the guy is not exactly a role model of what to do in the barrios to be frank

    • @Luvkioo
      @Luvkioo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      If you have ears to hear, hear and understand you are probably one of GODS lost sheep that needs to be found there is this hole in your heart and you tried many times and many things and many ways to fill it and still are but it’s not working and it keeps getting bigger and bigger you would be around multiple people and still feel lonely and work so hard to take those bad thoughts away etc but let me tell you JESUS is the one who can fill that whole in your heart JESUS is that missing piece you’ve been looking for, that peace that’s never ending that true love and joy and happiness it’s in JESUS not of this world but of the kingdom of heaven and if you want to accept him in your heart all you have to do is believe in the gospel A-admit that you’re a sinner and that you need forgiveness, B-Believe that JESUS CHRIST died for your sins and rose again, and C-Confess your faith in JESUS CHRIST and his lordship over your life and you will be saved and this amazing feeling is not a drug it won’t last a couple hours but forever eternally bc it is not of this world but of GOD who sits on the throne of heaven forever and ever HALLELUJAH

  • @Rob-rd8oz
    @Rob-rd8oz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +232

    Dominican Republic is such a great place, the people are amazingly friendly in general. We have been 5 times as a family from the UK. So worth the long flight

    • @yarle7087
      @yarle7087 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Thank you for your kind comment. Hope you and your family can come back many times more and get to enjoy every bit of it!

    • @Swervo4prez
      @Swervo4prez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Much love coming from a Dominican❤️

    • @Bruhh000
      @Bruhh000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks❤️