- What's up everyone!
As I'm currently in between trips,
I thought it'd be a great idea to make part 2 of my 7
favorite countries in the world.
Why?
Because it's still the most common question that I'd get.
In part one, I shared my love for the Czech Republic,
Indonesia, Tajikistan, Japan, Vietnam, Iran,
and the Philippines.
And now 50 countries later,
I have a fresh new list of nations
that I want to put on your radar.
But before we dive in, I want to let you know
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And with that all being said, let's dive in
to part 2 of my 7 favorite countries in the world.
Number seven India.
- [Crowd] Welcome to India!
- I spent about four months of my life traveling across
these vibrant lands and it surely brings out
all of my emotions.
India is full of colors, full of smiles and full of joy.
It is so huge and diverse that I like to refer to it as more
of a sub continent than a country.
We're talking about 1.4 billion people who come from
28 states and speak thousands of dialects.
My favorite parts of India are Jaisalmer for its
unbelievable fortress, Kerala for its delicious food,
Agra for the stunning Taj Mahal, Hampi for its mind blowing
temples and Pondicherry for its laid back vibes.
I can't wait to go back to India and make more videos.
Number six, Hong Kong.
- So we're heading to Tim Owen's right now in a tram.
(laughing lightly)
- Just sticking our heads out here in the middle of the
street.
It's pretty amazing.
- It's how you do it in Hong Kong, you take a tram.
- Yeah.
I first visited Hong Kong back in 2013 when I was living and
teaching English in South Korea and I couldn't
believe my eyes.
It's the most densely populated city on earth with almost
8 million people packed into a very small area.
Through my 10 visits there, I can confidently say
that it has one of the best cuisines in the world.
Hello, dim sum.
There are over 15,000 restaurants packed into the city,
which means that it would take over a lifetime
to try them all.
When the sun goes down, the city becomes electric
with light shows, nightlife and a huge mix of locals and
ex-pats that will never leave you bored.
I'm telling you that if you're into big cities,
then look no further than Hong Kong.
Number five Lebanon.
- I have finally made it to the beautiful country of
- [Crowd] Lebanon!
- Oh my God, where do I start with Lebanon?
The country grabbed my heart from my first visit
a few years ago and after multiple trips since then,
I want you to know that Lebanon is totally different
than what you've heard about on the news.
It is a home of hospitality.
Literally, you will never go hungry
or search for a bed to sleep in because the people
will always be providing for you.
They are truly amazing.
In terms of size, Lebanon is smaller than Connecticut
but don't let that deceive you.
There are tons of things to do.
Beirut, the bustling capital is situated along the beautiful
Mediterranean coastline but if you drive
just an hour inland, you can be skiing on top of a
3,000 meter peak mountain.
Also don't miss out on the cities of Byblos and Baalbek
to see incredible Roman ruins.
Number four, Namibia.
- [Local Women] Welcome to Namibia!
- Hands down, Namibia is my favorite country in Africa.
It's the second least densely populated country on earth
behind only Mongolia,
which means that it's perfect for road tripping.
On my 2-week road trip around Namibia,
we drove over a thousand miles to witness fascinating
landscapes that come in all shapes, colors, and sizes.
In Etosha National Park, you can see all of the big animals
that you've dreamed of.
It's one of the best safari experiences that I've ever had
in my life.
In the capital of Windhoek, you can discover the lovely
churches in a small town vibes.
In the Northern region, you can meet with the beautiful
Himba tribe, who has amazing traditions and a fascinating
lifestyle.
In the small town called Swakopmund, you can try the best
beer that you've ever tasted because believe it or not,
Namibia was once a German colony.
(little girl speaking local language)
- This and so much more you can experience only in Namibia.
Number three, Mexico.
(locals singing in local language)
- Truth be told, I never really gave Mexico a chance
until last year when I dedicated five weeks to travel
through the interior of the country.
The majority of tourists, like my younger self only visit
the beaches of Mexico, like Cabo, Cancun,
Tulum and Acapulco but there is a rich culture and a lot
going on as soon as you travel inside.
Mexico City is just as complete as any capital can get.
It is massive.
You will get lost walking around, but you will also
be stunned on every corner you turn.
The street food in Mexico is to die for,
especially Tacos Alpha Store and the hot tamales.
I'm getting hungry just thinking about it.
My favorite state in Mexico is Cachapas in the far South,
where you can visit the remote tribes in the Lacandon jungle
as well as see my favorite small town called San Cristobal.
Number two Turkey.
- We are now in the Sumela Monastery,
way up in the mountains in Trabzon of Northern Turkey.
It reminds me exactly of Tiger's Nest in Bhutan.
It's like pushed onto the side of this cliff.
Trust me when I tell you that Turkey is so much more
than its symbol.
Yes, the city is beautiful, but if you hop in the car and
drive South to see the true wonders of the country,
you will be so impressed.
My favorite places in Turkey are Antakya, down by the
Syrian border, where you can see the ancient ruins
that are over 10,000 years old.
The city of Gaziantep is most famous for its food
and lots of it.
Walking around town, it feels like a never ending
marketplace.
This guy has literally, every kind of spice that you can
imagine.
I also love the city called Diyarbakır in the East,
which is home of the Kurdish people who have a very humble
culture.
There you can visit the second largest enclosed city walls
in the world behind only the Great Wall of China.
- Wow!
And last but not least,
I hope you will consume copious amounts of tea, coffee,
baklava, and doner kebab.
Number one, Afghanistan.
Last but not least is the country of Afghanistan,a place
I've spent over a month of my life
traveling across seven of its provinces.
I'm currently devastated that just a few days ago,
the Taliban overthrew the government, a flashback
to 20 years ago.
My heart aches with Afghanistan and it's 37 million people
who are in serious danger.
I'm telling you that they are some of the warmest, kindest,
most hospitable people around and I hope you've discovered
that through the 20 videos I've made in the country.
From kabul street food to Kandahar's old markets,
Bamyan's ancient Buddhas, Herat's grand mosques,
Mazar-i-Sharif's ice cream and everything in between.
Afghanistan will always be number one for me and I hope and
pray that peace will prevail in this beautiful land.
So there you have it, an updated list of my seven favorite
countries in the world.
I hope you guys enjoyed listening to this video and a final
reminder that my ultimate travel hacking course is
50% off if you use the discount code, "YOUTUBE".
The offer is only valid for another 48 hours,
and I'm super excited for you guys to use my travel tips,
secrets and resources so you can become better travelers
and save money.
All right, guys, that's it for me.
I'll see you in a few days with my next video called
"What can $10 get you in Dubai?"
Peace!
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