Why the US issued me a Purple Passport

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  • This is a story about how the US issued me a purple emergency passport and how I ended up in Morocco.
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  • @aymenouaamer1337
    @aymenouaamer1337 ปีที่แล้ว +10929

    You have no idea how happy MAYA was seeing herself on the video!
    she is saying Miao to everyone who watched the video twice!
    hopefully you won't have much obstacles sharing your stories as you had with the last two videos.
    i am sure we will hear more stories, the snake spared our lives back in the desert for a reason !

    • @natalie_dom30
      @natalie_dom30 ปีที่แล้ว +127

      Gracias por recibir a Luke y ser tan hospitalario, un fuerte abrazo desde Perú 🤗💖

    • @LukeKorns
      @LukeKorns  ปีที่แล้ว +1167

      Wow!! I can’t believe I forgot to tell the part of the story of the snake that was moments away from ending one of us. 😂

    • @jonathanwijsman7719
      @jonathanwijsman7719 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      I’m also happy you get to see a lot of stuff. ❤

    • @123JWJWJW
      @123JWJWJW ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Wow! This was awesome. What an experience. If only I was 20 years younger.

    • @cloudwatchview
      @cloudwatchview ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Saludos a maya aquí está en casa 🤠✌️ saludos amigo Chris oflyng gracias por todo aquí mirando a tu amigo.

  • @InDisskyS131
    @InDisskyS131 ปีที่แล้ว +9501

    For future reference, when you go online to set an appointment they are always full for months. The trick is, they aren’t actually full they just set them that way. Just call them and they will manually give you the appointment in one of those “full” spots. They have been doing this since the big C hit.

    • @OliverSchlecter
      @OliverSchlecter ปีที่แล้ว +160

      Why would they do this tho?

    • @SuzieNerds
      @SuzieNerds ปีที่แล้ว +699

      Probably to limit the number of people at any one time.

    • @Le_Blnk____
      @Le_Blnk____ ปีที่แล้ว +255

      @@SuzieNerds yeah you wouldn't want a pile toasted humans in your backyard
      Honestly in ingenious

    • @liveyourlife_tv
      @liveyourlife_tv ปีที่แล้ว +19

      good to know

    • @thecapitalg
      @thecapitalg ปีที่แล้ว +11

      9/11?

  • @mmdmaryam5605
    @mmdmaryam5605 ปีที่แล้ว +267

    As a Moroccan i am proud and honored that you "ended up" in our neck of the woods so glad you had a good time and hope you come back

  • @sushi777300
    @sushi777300 ปีที่แล้ว +324

    One week ago I needed an emergency passport too as my passport got stolen in a robbery in San Francisco. Luckily my home country has a consulate in SF and I could get an emergency document on the spot to get back home
    Am so thankful that I wasn't stuck

    • @dragoon2121
      @dragoon2121 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Against Detestations!🐖 ?

    • @SPinoEatsFish
      @SPinoEatsFish ปีที่แล้ว

      @Against Detestations!🐖 Nah thats just the populated cities, Fairly normal most countries have what i believe high chance of stealing stuff like wallets or passports when you aint careful. I live here near the coast and i never got my stuff stolen really (excluding highschool stuff).

    • @solehansalikin7318
      @solehansalikin7318 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Against Detestations!🐖 thats what happen when you make guns easy to obtain

    • @TheMaskedNinja_
      @TheMaskedNinja_ ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@dragoon2121your mistake was going to San Fransisco

    • @RockinLoud360
      @RockinLoud360 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheMaskedNinja_ touch grass

  • @LukeKorns
    @LukeKorns  ปีที่แล้ว +3431

    WOW. This last week trying to figure out why this video was originally deleted was stressful, but having you guys come back and show it some love once again means the world to me. Thank you guys for appreciating my work and what it stands for.

    • @aim1534
      @aim1534 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      your videos have genuinely changed the way I look at my life. thank you

    • @dannyguzmanc
      @dannyguzmanc ปีที่แล้ว

      Ur my favorite creator ! 🤌🏻✨

    • @lbch_youtube
      @lbch_youtube ปีที่แล้ว +29

      what WAS the "reason"?

    • @nadiemedicemila
      @nadiemedicemila ปีที่แล้ว +2

      obvio rey

    • @veryboringname.
      @veryboringname. ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I still don't understand why it was removed. Which bit was the problem?

  • @GreatGamer28
    @GreatGamer28 ปีที่แล้ว +1139

    Humans chilling with humans, smiling, and having a good time. I love it. This is the kind of life I wish everyone could experience, all the time.

    • @bthomson
      @bthomson ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes please.

    • @yousmartheads
      @yousmartheads ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I really wish that was the case, hopefully one day it will.

    • @harukills
      @harukills ปีที่แล้ว +2

      this video feels like a jojo refrence

    • @gogowshagenai6139
      @gogowshagenai6139 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Men* they're smiling because their wife's are doing all the work

    • @hexyellow9873
      @hexyellow9873 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​​@@gogowshagenai6139 Ah yes, because women don't have fun and men don't care about their wives, totally logical ɀ̣

  • @Sosssa90
    @Sosssa90 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    Moroccan hospitality was like nothing i have ever experienced. I had a blast travelling around Morocco with the boys and we met some amazing people and made some great friends.

  • @SupremeLeaderKimJong-un
    @SupremeLeaderKimJong-un ปีที่แล้ว +208

    You know you're in a house with a good vibe and a person of culture if they have a cat. This video randomly popped up on my feed and I’m so glad I watched it! What a beautiful video, an incredible story, and by letting the world guide you where you needed to end up, you got to experience the Sahara with what seems like an amazing, kind group of people! As a person who doesn’t travel much (I've been to just China, Vietnam, Singapore, and Russia), this is very inspiring, educational, and truly enjoyable! It is incredible to see how even though we may not understand what someone is saying verbally, we can all feel each other's emotions
    Morocco fun fact: Morocco is famous for the tree-climbing goats, who climb such trees to eat argan fruit (which is then digested, and its kennels pooped out) as part of the process for argan oil.

  • @paolagrando5079
    @paolagrando5079 ปีที่แล้ว +2590

    This is what interaction between humans should be. It shouldn't matter where you come from, your background, etc., just be respectful and healthy curious about others. I wish you all serenity in your life. Much love from Italy. 💜

    • @edwardjackson1418
      @edwardjackson1418 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      It was all summed up by my architural Proffessor at Cal Poly Universitity, telling us students that Italy, was the most misunderstood country in the world!

    • @Lexiannasam
      @Lexiannasam ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That’s how it is here in Canada. It’s the norm. Sad to see that the US isn’t like that. Everywhere else is 🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @lad4830
      @lad4830 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Lexiannasam no it's not, most of europe is like US in this regard

    • @elyenidacevedo1995
      @elyenidacevedo1995 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Lexiannasam What do you mean the US is not like that?? 😂

    • @Kenzcho
      @Kenzcho ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are amazing man, I’ve grown to love your vlogs. Traveling , meeting people, enjoying life, creating experiences and memories. I love this and you seem so happy doing so! I am so happy people are kind like this

  • @brookepage3752
    @brookepage3752 ปีที่แล้ว +531

    TH-cam better keep this up this time, because this is a straight masterpiece. Happy belated birthday Luke

  • @mihaelaclaudiap..2
    @mihaelaclaudiap..2 ปีที่แล้ว +475

    Wow Luke, I watch many storytellers on TH-cam but no one ever beats you! This was amazing! I mean all those unexpected situations and the people you’ve met and the way you tell the story! I’m in love with your work! Never give up, we needs you as our inspiration! You are naturally talented! Brilliant guy! Well done! Xx

    • @adamridza977
      @adamridza977 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      awddwa

    • @CharityFisher-wy3lr
      @CharityFisher-wy3lr ปีที่แล้ว

      Led me to think

    • @samokemwa6475
      @samokemwa6475 ปีที่แล้ว

      Amazing hack

    • @Eddy-pm8tf
      @Eddy-pm8tf ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rockwellrhodes7703 jealous much? I dont understand why we cant be thankful for the well being of our fellow beings!

    • @litupethan2093
      @litupethan2093 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes theory is great also

  • @AverytheCubanAmerican
    @AverytheCubanAmerican ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Sometimes life just has other plans for you, and it's amazing when it works out! Going with the flow is the best way to travel. That emergency passport took you on such a great adventure. Not only did you get to camp in the Sahara, which few people can say they have even seen, but you also got rained on in the Sahara which is rarer still...and you experienced it all on your birthday...PRICELESS! And you formed friendships for a lifetime!
    A fun fact about Morocco, Morocco was the first nation to publicly acknowledge American independence, allowing American flag-flying ships in their ports on December 20, 1777. France was the first in general as Louis XVI said he recognized the US on December 6, but he didn't sign the treaty.

    • @scipion34
      @scipion34 ปีที่แล้ว

      @messagemeontelegramriffhar9790 shut UP bro! you're weird!

  • @Vailskibum
    @Vailskibum ปีที่แล้ว +918

    Sometimes the greatest adventures are away from our intended path, incredible vid!!

    • @Spider-man612
      @Spider-man612 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Hi didn’t expect to see you here

    • @maxefilms
      @maxefilms ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Not expecting to see you here, wasn't expecting to see myself here either.

    • @Rabid_Nationalist
      @Rabid_Nationalist ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hello there! Didnt expect you here!

    • @Forxa1260
      @Forxa1260 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Wait... has Vailskibum been watching this channel for longer than we think?

    • @thecapitalg
      @thecapitalg ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bro why do you watch the same videos I do?

  • @wayneco
    @wayneco ปีที่แล้ว +1477

    This vid came served up to me by the YT algorithm. This experience as it unfolded hit me in a surprising way, I started crying, out of nowhere, remembering all my own similar travel experiences of when I was your age, 20-30 years ago. I was young, single and in love with the world, these friends made I still have, and keep, and these experiences that I still cherish.
    Your video really stuck the nerve, the emotions came in a flood.

    • @andrejones7786
      @andrejones7786 ปีที่แล้ว

    • @luckyman9903
      @luckyman9903 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Crybaby

    • @All5AJz
      @All5AJz ปีที่แล้ว +10

      This comment moved me.... I felt this deeply.
      Every experience then was filled with rich flavor and unexpected highs and lows.
      Now I over think everything. No enjoyment in that so living through others is so relatable.
      Algorithm did a good one twice.

    • @paulofilipe4747
      @paulofilipe4747 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I wish I had money to do it :(. I'm 22 and never traveled by myself because I'm poor

    • @All5AJz
      @All5AJz ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@paulofilipe4747 I traveled with 15 cents at 16 from home to here and it's done daily. Poverty is an excuse and lazy is the reason.

  • @btattana
    @btattana ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This unexpected friendship with these beautiful people is so wonderful.

  • @lou-xr5rz
    @lou-xr5rz ปีที่แล้ว +28

    For someone with zero chill, you absolutely amaze me. The way you make it all seem so easy and natural, to make connections with people like that. I went on a spontaneous weekend trip to stay in a campervan with $15 return plane tickets and I spent the majority of the trip on the verge of a panic attack, assuming everything would go wrong. It didn't, of course. I want to live more like this. I will say though, as a woman I do get a little scared sometimes, I don't think I would be so brave but part of that is to protect myself. so idk..

    • @pawelabrams
      @pawelabrams 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      To be honest it's perfectly normal to feel the way you feel in the modern world; but you can ask yourself "should it be that hard" and sometimes the answer is "no". My gf had the same thoughts about travelling and safety in general, turned out it was not only plain justified fear, but with a good load of anxiety added on top of it. She's still working on it, but says she didn't even know life can be this much easier before she looked for help on that.

  • @itsalexclark
    @itsalexclark ปีที่แล้ว +545

    Loved it both times i watched

  • @MrLegendra
    @MrLegendra ปีที่แล้ว +1080

    I think if you used and uploaded your filled American passport details/scan then the visa would've been approved. Even if the US embassy punched holes in your old passport, I'm sure you must've had a scan on your PC. If you showed up at the border with your emergency passport you would've been ~85% let through. India's visa application uses a lot of AI and it must not have recognized the rare US emergency passport and sort of auto-rejected. Visiting the Indian Embassy in Europe would've been the better play.
    Either way cool adventure! Highly recommend India, its an amazing place to travel to for sure.

    • @Zeitlos4ever
      @Zeitlos4ever ปีที่แล้ว +1

      clever

    • @azero2
      @azero2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      As an American who has lived in India for 3 years now on a business visa, I wouldn’t try that. Ive lived in 4 other countries before this, and traveled to about 40. I can say from my experience that India is so far the biggest pain to enter/exit from. If you’re not using a diplomatic passport or in business class then the process will really test your patience and that’s with having all your affairs in working order.

    • @MrLegendra
      @MrLegendra ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@azero2 I have also been to India a few times - but on a tourist visa not business. I personally always had a good and smooth experience, but I’m sure it depends on the agent you get. Maybe business visa people get more scrutiny or you went to a country that is a security risk for them. Not sure

  • @brunettemouse3265
    @brunettemouse3265 ปีที่แล้ว +132

    So amazing Luke! I admire that you're able to just get up and go on these adventures. Very cool

  • @valeries1764
    @valeries1764 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Luke, I’m a long-time follower and I am so deeply thankful for your happiness and kindness! Your videos clear me up truly and inspire

  • @TristanSpohnAKASpiderman
    @TristanSpohnAKASpiderman ปีที่แล้ว +101

    This is so freaking cool. One of my favorite quotes from Brad Sham is that “you never know the end of the story while you’re standing in the middle of it.”

  • @BeHappyByBike
    @BeHappyByBike ปีที่แล้ว +470

    Morocco is a special place that deserves so much more attention and love. I've been one time and will be back for sure.

    • @thrinayan999
      @thrinayan999 ปีที่แล้ว

      😅

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Western Sahara isn't considered part of Morocco by anyone. It was brutally and illegally occupied in 1975 and is regarded as a Colony.

    • @d.h.2509
      @d.h.2509 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@davedavids57 It's recognized as part of Morocco by the majority of countries, even the United States.

    • @d.h.2509
      @d.h.2509 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You're welcome anytime!

    • @millielamagnifique2980
      @millielamagnifique2980 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Im a dumbass im like what the sahara desert? In morocco because i keep getting MONACO and MOROCCO mixed up, ive been to Monaco and i kept saying morocco when i came back because it slid off my tongue easier, jfc

  • @CynicalDuchess
    @CynicalDuchess ปีที่แล้ว +1

    this made me smile from ear to ear. what a gift for storytelling and capturing reality. We need so much more of this on TH-cam.

  • @k0b128
    @k0b128 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Had the biggest smile on my face the whole video! It's truley amazing how close we all are, even strangers from all around the world!

  • @khadijahakimi457
    @khadijahakimi457 ปีที่แล้ว +319

    Things always happen for a reason . Without visa rejection you wouldn’t live fascinating experience in the Moroccan Sahara . Much thanks for the Moroccan guy who hosted you . Hospitality is deeply rooted in Moroccans

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 ปีที่แล้ว

      Western Sahara is illegally brutally occupied.

    • @khadijahakimi457
      @khadijahakimi457 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@davedavids57 well that what you see

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@khadijahakimi457 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_rights_in_Western_Sahara

    • @yourealittlebitfat4344
      @yourealittlebitfat4344 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ye specially when real refugees come and they rob them when they are sleeping.
      Netherlands, Belgium go look it up before you go nuts and call me a racist conspiracy theorist!!!!

    • @astronotics531
      @astronotics531 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You mean Western Sahara ?

  • @uverseeducation9624
    @uverseeducation9624 ปีที่แล้ว +395

    Luke, I see you becoming more and more 'present' throughout the evolution of your channel. You oftentimes present challenging situations that could be perceived quite negatively, but then quickly turn them into deeply meaningful and positive experiences. I love the philosophical 'theme' - your videos are inspirational!

    • @DallasLL
      @DallasLL ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You hit the nail on the head, he is a natural born story teller and artist with his videography! And you are right, getting away from the Hollywood lifestyle has made him more present and relatable from the lost souls of LA

  • @robman6583
    @robman6583 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I smiled the whole video. I could feel the joy you captured and shared with us

  • @theresasouthern8631
    @theresasouthern8631 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm hooked on your stories! You really are such a good storyteller and editor!! Just WOW!

  • @JayPalfrey
    @JayPalfrey ปีที่แล้ว +73

    so good we watch twiceeeee!

    • @Mohamed32el
      @Mohamed32el ปีที่แล้ว

      Jay.. When we are going to see you in morocco 🙃? Your Muslim brothers are waiting to see you here 😁

    • @BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp
      @BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Idiotic behavior seems right up your ally.

  • @zilchfox
    @zilchfox ปีที่แล้ว +482

    I have no idea who you are, and have never ever seen any of your other videos, but for some reason, the TH-cam algorithm recommended me this video.
    Wow. I was blown away. This video is absolutely AMAZING. I hope you do get to do your planned trip to India soon, but either way, it looks like you had a blast in Morocco!

  • @shortylucy
    @shortylucy ปีที่แล้ว +5

    What a truly epic journey! I’m so happy you met such amazing people who helped you a long the way, and I’m sure have made new friends with. Such a wonderful thing to watch. ❤

  • @ardeeloren
    @ardeeloren ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Oh wow 😮. What an amazing adventure you had. You are blessed you found fun, wonderful people to celebrate your birthday with in a beautiful place🎉👏🏻. Thanks for sharing

  • @sidharthsundaramramachandr5384
    @sidharthsundaramramachandr5384 ปีที่แล้ว +530

    Hey Luke , I am an Indian American , I am heartbroken you couldn't visit my country. However your trip to Morocco was amazing and absolutely loved it. Hope you travel to India soooonn

    • @linkly9272
      @linkly9272 ปีที่แล้ว

      any recommendations for where to go in India? i'd love to visit some day but it's such a large place that i don't know where to start!

    • @haniesmayil1024
      @haniesmayil1024 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@linkly9272 Do visit Kerala, its one of the most beautiful states in India. It's also known as the God's own Country

    • @boxcannon8321
      @boxcannon8321 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@linkly9272 visit the north east states and Kashmir ladakh

    • @hazard6300
      @hazard6300 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      If you want the scenery/mountains etc go to Kashmir and uttrakhand,if you wanna feel a little close to nature go to kerala,if you wanna go for good food go to rajasthan and Delhi and if you wanna go someplace with nice weather and feel cool breeze on your face you can go to north east parts of India and also for the beaches go to goa

    • @s8ulxlevi422
      @s8ulxlevi422 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@linkly9272 kerala, rajasthan, punjab , northeastern states, ladakh nd kashmir, goa

  • @shawneydepp
    @shawneydepp ปีที่แล้ว +194

    My absolute favourite storyteller on TH-cam. This is why you don't need the best cameras to tell amazing stories!

    • @victoriaregina8344
      @victoriaregina8344 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolute entitled murican person : throws a fit just because he cant go where he wants to

    • @michaelashley2855
      @michaelashley2855 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really ?

    • @Mr.DISRESPECT
      @Mr.DISRESPECT ปีที่แล้ว

      @@michaelashley2855 Not really?

    • @TheDirtymikenation
      @TheDirtymikenation ปีที่แล้ว +1

      its my first time seeing him and hooked

    • @victoriaregina8344
      @victoriaregina8344 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@michaelashley2855 i have an emergent situations

  • @mxracer95x
    @mxracer95x ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome, Luke. I've had the pleasure of getting lost in Morocco a few times and I absolutely love the country and the people. I'm glad you had a good time!

  • @ceioln
    @ceioln 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love how free and spontaneous you are! Bless you❤

  • @dandymcgee
    @dandymcgee ปีที่แล้ว +170

    TH-cam can try to take the video away, but they can NEVER take away the experiences you had or the friends you made along the way.

  • @thatswhatisaidCA
    @thatswhatisaidCA ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Wow. I'm a 58 yr old woman in Canada watching this. This was amazing. So many feels... Truly special, so happy for you. Thank you for sharing.

  • @MissGourmandefr
    @MissGourmandefr ปีที่แล้ว +46

    Your videos are healing
    I also believe that everything happens for a reason, especially while travelling when I had similar situations to yours and ended up having amazing unexpected experiences !

  • @kimhyunjinsgf
    @kimhyunjinsgf ปีที่แล้ว +2

    oh wow!! luke you are always welcome to comeback to morocco,, hopefully next time u will be able to see even more landscapes because our country is so beautiful and diverse!! love you 🤍

  • @superholly
    @superholly ปีที่แล้ว +286

    Saving this epic video from algorithmic failure 🙌🏽
    PS “I wish I understood” #relatable 😂

    • @santiago12sf
      @santiago12sf ปีที่แล้ว

      great seeing your comment :)))))

    • @itsalex7229
      @itsalex7229 ปีที่แล้ว

      omg hiii holly:)

  • @kellymorrow2057
    @kellymorrow2057 ปีที่แล้ว +250

    I'm a firm believer things happen for a reason! It's nice to see you had a great time and adventure with new friends in Morocco!

    • @erikh9991
      @erikh9991 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I am a believer in that too. We missed a flight to Barcelona so we went to Rome. Since we had already been to Rome, it was way more relaxing than if we had gone to Barcelona. The stress of a new place.

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He ended up in one of the most controversial places on earth. With one of the sadist stories of genocide and violence and he didn't even seem to notice.

    • @d.h.2509
      @d.h.2509 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ​@@davedavids57 a genocide that doesn't exist outside the minds of Algerians. Get a job and do something with your life.

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@d.h.2509 I am from the UK, I really don't have a side in this, but every single international human rights organisation condemns Morocco every single one. Amnesty International have like 12 reports. I studied international relations and geopolitics and Morocco is high up on the violence scale. Just read some of the reports from international organisations. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_rights_in_Western_Sahara

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@d.h.2509 Also the get a job quote was good. I have a new one, guess where? Working for the UK foreign office. A Foreign Office that continues to regard the occupation of Western Sahara as illegal and unjustifiable.

  • @katiefair6959
    @katiefair6959 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m so glad I stumbled across this channel. It feels very personal. Reminds me of when I travelled and enjoyed the simple things more. Life has been so stressful lately. I’m inspired to finally go back out and just enjoy life. Thank you!

  • @the.odo.re00
    @the.odo.re00 ปีที่แล้ว

    omg. The mind of traveling together with your new friend and the way how you’re talking about him magical it’s touched my heart 💜 Wish you amazing trips with good people.

  • @existingtm
    @existingtm ปีที่แล้ว +79

    TH-cam recommended me this video and I'm really glad it did
    It was a nice, peaceful, and happy 9 minutes, when there's so much stress in the world.

  • @sumiiiiiya
    @sumiiiiiya ปีที่แล้ว +77

    i can’t put a finger on all the emotions this video made me feel, but i’m crying, this was so heartwarming

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 ปีที่แล้ว

      To think just a couple of hundred miles away people were being murdered by the government of Morocco. How on earth did you just not mention that? en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Sahara

  • @macrottago
    @macrottago ปีที่แล้ว +39

    This is so far the most heart warming video, I have watched on TH-cam. ❤️

  • @deloresigwe5179
    @deloresigwe5179 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is really cool I’m excited that you were able to experience the view , I’m sure it was beautiful!

  • @rstumbaugh43
    @rstumbaugh43 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    You are young and in your prime, this is the perfect time to go exploring, adventuring, and visiting/traveling. Good for you buddy, and thank you so very much for sharing all of your experiences in reality!

    • @bthomson
      @bthomson ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is a scam.

    • @bthomson
      @bthomson ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Rick - Not you comment. Your comment was cool.

  • @somethings6015
    @somethings6015 ปีที่แล้ว +264

    You made me go and look at my older US passports. Apparently the rules changed at the end of 2015. Prior to that I had 26 extra pages (A to X) added into my US passports several times. In the past you could just stop in most any US embassy abroad and requested extra pages. I do not recall a fee, if there was one it was small. At one time extra pages were sewn in but in my two most recent passports they were taped in. This was a convenient service while living abroad as several countries in the region where I resided used full page visas in addition to the common entry and exit stamps.
    One thing I will not regret is finally getting to the front of the line for my exit stamp and watching the departure immigration officer pull my exit card loosing the marked page and then watching them try for too long to find my most recent entry stamp in a passport with 50 plus pages and hundreds of similar purple stamps. Only to be repeated shortly later by the arriving immigration officer at the next country's entrance. I got very good at knowing the shapes and sizes of different stamps.
    If you travel or live abroad long enough you will experience the need to carry expired passports with unexpired multi use visas. My son was born abroad. I got him a US passport in short order. I had to go a special foreigners bureau to get an entry stamp in his passport for his being born into the country. On his fist trip abroad I took him with me to visit friends just before Christmas; his mom stayed home, but did give me a shopping list. At the border crossing I was delayed while immigration checked with her that it was okay for him to leave with me. When we returned from that first trip he received a dual national special visa in his US passport when I presented his birth certificate. As long as he carries that old passport he can enter visa free for life even though that old passport is long expired now.
    Other countries have similar procedures, some quite different, and procedures change with time. Many countries require an entry or special stamp in new replacement passports for lost passports; this can be a hassle if you fail to get that stamp in advance of departing. Countries want to stop people who over stay their visa and then "loose" their passport; a fairly common practice with some travelers and expats.

    • @TUBESPECIFIC1
      @TUBESPECIFIC1 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yep that's how easy this problem was to solve 10 years ago. Now you have to get a new one if you're full? Surprised the world hasn't moved to a digital visa system where you still have a passport, but get your visas and arrival stamps in an ap and online instead.

    • @arjix8738
      @arjix8738 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I haven't traveled outside of the EU, but I just realized how convenient traveling with just my ID is
      I have never touched a visa

    • @TUBESPECIFIC1
      @TUBESPECIFIC1 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@arjix8738 Schengen area is convenient like traveling in the states, except you have nice trains and buses and we don't. Airlines is what America depend on for long distance short term travel like tourism or see family over Christmas. We got some serious problems going on these days where the economic system itself is on the cusp of breaking which is worrying for we need electricity, natural gas, local public transit, and food which all breaks down when there's big problems. Horrible for America traveliers the past two weeks. I knew to stay home hunkered down in front of my screen, but also no longer expected to go see familyl since we're all split up the past 10 years.

    • @setthenet
      @setthenet 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Why did you need a new passport in France?

  • @vshcvsh98
    @vshcvsh98 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you made me have the biggest grin on my face the entire 9 minutes watching, this was quite a beautiful journey!

  • @raycripe4418
    @raycripe4418 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    this is my favorite video because it really demonstrates and highlights the humanity behind what you experience; so cool!

  • @nathancombong_
    @nathancombong_ ปีที่แล้ว +28

    We got you luke

  • @TheJonb007
    @TheJonb007 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    Morocco is such an amazing place... The people are amazing! So glad your detour was there!

  • @JRspeaking
    @JRspeaking ปีที่แล้ว

    Your editing of these videos is AMAZING!

  • @steveb1972
    @steveb1972 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love vids like this, showing the truth of how 99.9% of people are really good and friendly 👍🏼

  • @SpaghettiRoad
    @SpaghettiRoad ปีที่แล้ว +12

    It's back! So happy to see it again!

  • @AlexBeldi
    @AlexBeldi ปีที่แล้ว +121

    Many thanks for sharing your stories with us Luke. Hopefully this time the video will NOT be deleted! 💚fingers crossed buddy

  • @hirobian2
    @hirobian2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am happy to see you experiencing a life of travel I cannot imagine experiencing myself, I am sure there are difficult moments that you don't always show but you also show us the beauty of the world and its people. Thank you for sharing your travels with us.

  • @MrCrowebobby
    @MrCrowebobby ปีที่แล้ว

    What a leap from your early videos, which were also fun. This is extraordinary. Good for you. Make a full-length film of all this at the end and run it in cinemas.

  • @clarissathompson
    @clarissathompson ปีที่แล้ว +117

    I love seeing a young person out there learning the joys of going with the flow! It's amazing what can happen when you just take it as it comes. Great content, subbed!

    • @Kaiju_Traveler
      @Kaiju_Traveler ปีที่แล้ว

      I want to come visit Canada, where should I go first!

    • @clarissathompson
      @clarissathompson ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Kaiju_Traveler well, that really depends…what are your interests?

  • @janellcrews6108
    @janellcrews6108 ปีที่แล้ว +215

    You're so lucky to experience something like this most people will never be able too. Don't take anything for granted, I feel blessed that my grandparents took me to see 42 states. We'd travel every time we would have time out of school. I remember all of it even though I was young.

    • @TUBESPECIFIC1
      @TUBESPECIFIC1 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      It's actually really cheap to do international travel like this for I did that by teaching English. One doesn't need to be wealthy to go, but you just need the time away from work and not have other constraints like family telling you can't just up and go do whatever you want. I'm a single guy all my life so it was very doable for me to see the world. I'd still do it at 50 if I had more than $1000 a month income. That used to be enough money to be in other countries without keeping an apartment in the US where I'd leave things at my mom's then a storage after she passed away 10 years ago. I used to get $300 one way flights going thousands of miles on Expedia and score $5 to $10 a night rooms either by meeting locals or using Hostelworld website. It's as simple as get a passport, carry some cash and cards, read up and watch videos, apply for any necessary visas, then book flight and just go.

    • @inka-on6mt
      @inka-on6mt ปีที่แล้ว +11

      ​@@TUBESPECIFIC1 It's not just money though. I'm sure it can be easy to travel cheap but as a woman? I would never be safe doing this. Especially like just getting a place to stay from some random person online and in morocco? It would be so dangerous for women. AND ESPECIALLY when travelling alone. So as much as I'd like to do this, even if I had the money I couldn't

    • @TUBESPECIFIC1
      @TUBESPECIFIC1 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@inka-on6mt I've met lots of single women backpacker international travelers. They can travel OK by not being flirty and dating, but by just being themselves like a dude does too. People know if you're out to foolishly get in trouble or if you'r'e being wise and level headed. However is Middle East countries like Egypt, solo Western female travelers are not very well respected and do often get harrassed with tit pinching and such. Me, a solo male traveler, was heckled and harrased to no end, but never physically touched. Egypt was the rudest country. I do imagine it would not be safe for a solo female to go alone to North African and Middle East countries, but woudl be fine most everywhere else.

    • @patriciamartin7268
      @patriciamartin7268 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree. We don’t have the money to travel. Not even to take a vacation inside the US.😢

    • @TUBESPECIFIC1
      @TUBESPECIFIC1 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@patriciamartin7268 No, I don't either. Most Americans never get to see the Grand Canyon or take a trip. I imagine most Americans never driver more than 40 miles from home, but car trip to go camping or fishig is about the extent of most Americans vacation in all of their lives. I too want to travel and participate in life, but it's the money and debt economic system that prevents us from really actualizing in life.

  • @liviSekuL
    @liviSekuL 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video is magical! Thank you for taking us on that journey! The idea that even if something goes wrong, it might lead to even more crazy adventures!

  • @thezmanchar
    @thezmanchar ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching all your videos over and over.

  • @Jezzrichjames
    @Jezzrichjames ปีที่แล้ว +122

    This video popped up out of nowhere for me, since I hadn’t followed or known of this channel previously, and I was truly inspired by this video and subsequently this channel. The video was incredibly personal, where I felt almost like someone standing on your shoulder observing and experiencing what you’d had, and makes me wonder about how I’m currently living life…in an internship, finishing up college, and wondering what I will do with myself.

    • @hannahmayo6582
      @hannahmayo6582 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same experience for me! I just watch Luke in awe of the way he lives his life! He is definitely an inspiration to us all!

  • @SmeiskAudio
    @SmeiskAudio ปีที่แล้ว +110

    Wow! Wow.
    Even living vicariously through you, through this TH-cam video, I feel like I've just experienced the kind of incredible adventure that Hollywood movies, reality tv, and even some commercials try to replicate but never truly succeed in delivering. This is a unique video, of its own right. The title drew me in because I wanted to know what a Purple US Passport could possibly be. The video kept me in, because it had something special in it. Something special which I'm not sure could ever be described accurately by any title.
    I have a "Favorites" playlist from the days of yore, when early TH-camrs asked you to "Rate 5 stars and favorite the video." This video has earned a place in that list. It may not be any sort of recognizable accolade to you, but trust me, you, your adventure, and the video you've given to us, to me... this video touched my heart in a very unique way.
    --Thank you.

  • @TheDreamerintheStarlight
    @TheDreamerintheStarlight 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Props to everyone is this video who was chill and inviting. Crazy how there’s places where people will do this for a person they met a few weeks ago

  • @franticskunk2461
    @franticskunk2461 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video has just popped up on my recommended out of nowhere and what an amazing video to watch, truly made some great connections there man :D

  • @TaylorBrauer
    @TaylorBrauer ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Glad this made it back up. You did such an amazing job on this film and looks like you had a great time. Happy birthday, Luke!

  • @susanas.v.7314
    @susanas.v.7314 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Loved this so much, I can’t imagine why TH-cam took this down. This was so beautiful and genuine storytelling and I love you’re doing what you’re passionate about!!!

  • @SlightlyBittah
    @SlightlyBittah ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just checked back on this video, and WOW it jumped up from a few thousand to over a million. I know you’ve been struggling recently with getting the algorithm back on your side, it makes me so happy to see that you’re getting a payoff for all the hard work you put into these Videos. I can tell you love what you do, hopefully you keep this traction 💙🙏

  • @BearMeat4Dinner
    @BearMeat4Dinner 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You're showing some good real times! Inshallah Habeebee! Happy Birthday! Happy Birthday! Inshallah! - Ihab Halim.

  • @johnsantrizos7638
    @johnsantrizos7638 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    You are incredible and resourceful. The situations you find yourself in are incredibly tricky to navigate and it's amazing you share this with us all. A true inspiration

  • @joao_gomes
    @joao_gomes ปีที่แล้ว +35

    First video I watch from your channel. YT recommended it to me and I should say I'm pleasantly surprised. Great voice, nice personality and a pretty honest, down to earth guy. Love it!

    • @redflag4255
      @redflag4255 ปีที่แล้ว

      I watched one in 2018 and then watched them all ever since. Luke has a good heart

  • @Ara-Em
    @Ara-Em ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This just came on my feed and im glad I watched, I didnt blink for the entire video and even felt like part of it, I was laughing and experiencing your joy. Amazing how it all worked out this way and Ayeman and company you are really beautiful humans

  • @Gtollefsonpdx
    @Gtollefsonpdx ปีที่แล้ว +1

    after clicking on this video I was thinking this was going to be another one of those videos... I was completely surprised. He is a great story teller and this video just feels good. I cannot explain it, it is wierd. I hope he does not stop and continues to grow himself as a content creator, director and dreamer. I will be watching more videos and I think I will not be let down. I dont know if his channels are the only funding he has for his travels or where it might come from. He is making every dollar count for sure. Keep it up. Still just blown away....

  • @MyFriend_Oliver
    @MyFriend_Oliver ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Glad to see the video back up. Happy for you!

  • @brycekellyhowe
    @brycekellyhowe ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Wow! What a great and safe video! Can’t wait to watch this over and over for years to come!

  • @nkeoo_5995
    @nkeoo_5995 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m actually crying rn idk why, this video is so beautiful maybe its cause i’m running on like an hour of sleep but i can’t get over it first video of yours ive ever watched

  • @jjdicarloutube
    @jjdicarloutube ปีที่แล้ว

    I watch A LOT of content on TH-cam. This is HANDS DOWN the best video I’ve ever seen. Seriously. Just from the standpoint of making lemonade when you got handed lemons (passport sitch) and saying “f it - I’m going to Morocco” then seeing the trust in mankind and seeing the spirit of adventure and just embracing it all. Dude. Amazing. There is just something that brings people super close when they trust each other like this. Absolute blind faith. Sometimes it doesn’t work but when it does - magic. This was magic. Way to live, man.

  • @CubeAtlantic
    @CubeAtlantic ปีที่แล้ว +16

    i have never even discovered this guy's travel channel yet it's so wholesome, & mediating.

  • @arielthequeen890
    @arielthequeen890 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    It looks like you had a great time and met wonderful people. FYI, since you travel so often, ask about getting a second passport, where you have two at the same time. It is something that some frequent travelers are able to do.

  • @Storylimitx
    @Storylimitx ปีที่แล้ว

    I don’t really have a word to describe how much your videos made my day particularly this one, it literally feels like adventure too, like I was physically part of the journey. I will watch your videos till my last breath. Bravo bro, bravo 👏

  • @daaaddaaad2695
    @daaaddaaad2695 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this story and what I love the most is you took us on this unexpected trip to the desert as well,

  • @parishyuna
    @parishyuna ปีที่แล้ว +43

    This is so amazing! I would love to travel the world like you do but it's so different being a woman. You are so inspiring!

    • @motokiheights
      @motokiheights ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I spent about 20 years after college traveling through Africa, China, Japan and various other spots. As a woman, of course, I had to be a bit more careful, but traveling alone allowed people to approach me when they wouldn’t if I had been in a group. It’s important to be flexible and able to handle ambiguity, but also be open to speaking with anyone and careful to be respectful of other cultures. Most people are just people curious to know who you are and what you are doing. They want to share their world with you.

  • @jdane2277
    @jdane2277 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    It's amazing how beautiful people can be to strangers in so much of the world. Morocco is one of my favorite places. I'm glad you met such wonderful people.

  • @najatm
    @najatm ปีที่แล้ว +2

    WOW, you're a great storyteller! This is my first video I watched on your channel and after one viewing I am a fan. Well done young man. I can't wait to watch more.

  • @francisdebriey3609
    @francisdebriey3609 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this way of travelling with unplanned encounters... great for you !

  • @kittygurl1323
    @kittygurl1323 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I love how adventurous and go with the flow you and your videos always are! Hopefully the vid stays this time

  • @danielistvan1629
    @danielistvan1629 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Absolutely gutted by the previous video's removal, especially considering how your videos always inspire me despite any possible life problems to look forward to potential travels and doing something new, they are generally such feel good wholesome inspirational videos. Really hoping all goes well with this one. Best of luck and I'm really thankful that you provide such good content.

  • @Fashion040998
    @Fashion040998 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Ayeman is a gem of a person

  • @Hawthorneheights888
    @Hawthorneheights888 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This video started so chaotic 😂and ended even more chaotic, but in an unexpectedly beautiful way. So happy to witness your experience on a path less traveled by many of us watching.

  • @ai9862
    @ai9862 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I click on this video thinking I would just skip to the answer and get out. Instead, I literally paused what I was doing and watch intently filled with emotion like I was watching a movie. What an awesome video. Better story structure than 90% of the movies out there

  • @ausetmcclean101
    @ausetmcclean101 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Leaving a comment to show support, been following your channel for a couple years now and glad youre still making meaningful content. please dont let youtubes bs stop you from making videos. Happy belated

  • @traderduke1880
    @traderduke1880 ปีที่แล้ว

    Adventurous...AMAZING. The people in you met were so hospitable....Loved it....You have made me a subscriber. Looking forward to more ADVENTURE. I will live life vicariously thru you. THANK YOU.

  • @mihaelazisu590
    @mihaelazisu590 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was captivated. Happy Birthday, blessed man.

  • @aeino1708
    @aeino1708 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    You know, I do believe this to be my favourite video of yours thus far, for the sheer normalcy of its slice of life presentation. There is nothing magnanimous, but thoughtful, soothing, and compassionate in tone and style as you continuously bob and weave through the threaded chapters of your tapestry, a quintessential ode to the journey. Keep up the good work. :)

    • @aeino1708
      @aeino1708 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And for the record, now I want to visit Morocco, so thanks.

  • @SoyMariaAntonia
    @SoyMariaAntonia ปีที่แล้ว +17

    This video was so wholesome. It’s so amazing what happens when sometimes we let go of the plans we have and let life surprise us.
    Happy birthday Luke, wish you happiness, health and more adventures like this.

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 ปีที่แล้ว

      He missed out the part where he mentioned that no other country on earth regards where he visited as Morocco as the Moroccans drove most the population into the desert after their brutal invasion in 1975 leading to a brutal war that continues to this day. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Sahara

    • @d.h.2509
      @d.h.2509 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@davedavids57 Lie as you wish, that would not change anything. Facets remain facts, the Algerian regime has been exposed for reselling food aid that was destined to the maharanis in southern Algeria, and financing terrorism. The Moroccan sovereignty over the sahara has been recognized by most countries in Europe and the Americas including the United States.

  • @bthomson
    @bthomson ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Just wow! Happy belated birthday! You give us something we really need! Human positivity!

  • @SelfLoveCoachNessa
    @SelfLoveCoachNessa ปีที่แล้ว

    This made me smile 😊
    Keep sharing your amazing stories!