I Hitchhiked Across India (And this is what Happened)
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- Опубликовано: 16 дек 2022
- I went on a journey through India with a girl I met online. From Kerala to Tamil Nadu. This is the story.
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Some of the things I wanted to tell the world... thanks to luke I was able to get them to you. When he came to India I had nothing else on my mind except that a RUclipsr was visiting India.. but how quickly we bonded.. my first friendship outside of India.. what made it so beautiful was your good heart luke.. You have always taken care of me throughout the journey..I am so sooooo lucky to have a friend like you..
talking about video, you are the best storyteller I have ever seen❤I was sure your video would be great but this is the best than I expected.I learned from you that it is possible to tell such beautiful stories.Thank you for being my friend, traveling with me, loving and caring so much..I sincerely wish you to travel many more, tell many stories, reach many heights..
Miss you sugar daddy😢
I read the comments on this video and when I read it I was very happy again. I have made some friends and relatives again. Heartfelt thanks for your love❤❤❤
Thank you for sharing your story with us all 💓 you are so inspiring. I’m going to subscribe to your channel now. Looking forward to hearing more from you
@@olalauren Thank you so much for your love. but my video is in Malayalam now I want to change it to English soon for everyone
Thank you for sharing your story! This was an amazing video
@@SuperMustache555 thanks dear🥰
Thank you! Beautiful story and your view of life is inspiring.
One thing I love about Luke is that he never talks about himself. His videos are about the people he meets and he respects and listens to everybody he comes across. And he learns something from them. I really respect that.
Love his content ❤
Apparently you don't know anything about Luke and haven't seen his videos. He speaks too much about himself and mainly for this reason one of his recent videos got banned and removed from YT.
@@adamuppsala1931 wait he got banned?!
@@itskylierae not 'he' but one of his videos. Try to read with comprehension
@@adamuppsala1931 that’s what I meant
She is a wonderful beautiful amazing free bird!!! 🦅
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Hitch-hiking is such a freeing experience. Just living life. Enjoyed this film
no it's a terrible thing. he just freeloaded off of other people's work. he should've rented a truck and paid for it.
@@Sanyu-Tumusiime You completely missed the point of the video.
@@Sanyu-Tumusiimedid he illegally jump on people's trucks? No it was consensual don't be stupid
The fact that she hasn't lost her trust in people despite the things she has been through is really special and inspiring. I got emotional from watching this, thank you Luke for using your platform to share such special stories, it's so valuable what you do! I wish her all the best in life and hope that she can continue to do what she does ❤️
Thank you dear❤
She directly said "they are mad", showing that she has put up a huge barrier around herself for protection.
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I spent a lot of time hitch hiking through Tamil Nadu. It was quite difficult, because everytime the driver saw a white face, they wanted us to pay. But once we found a driver who took us for free, it was always worth the wait. Most of them even offered us some money and food. Indian people just are the kindest.
@@earlysda any experience?
@@earlysda rip you off? Everyone is not like you.
@@dimiberba2374 Yes, I've been to India 3 times. Even most Indians there don't trust each other. I remember the school book story my friend's son was studying in India in 2nd grade. It was about the 3 robbers and the old man with the goat. The first two robbers couldn't trick the old man out of his goat, but the 3rd one did, and the three robbers went away happy - end of story. Just incredible!
@@earlysda according To Bible Earth Is Flat... Do You Believe This Theory Mr.Missionary😂
@@earlysda I don't want to rot in the grave... I am happy to have my ashes mixed with the five elements (air, water, fire, earth, sky - five elements of nature)... Don't Convert People Forcefully Mr.Christian Extremist Missionary
This woman is incredibly inspiring. It's sad to see what she has been through but absolutely remarkable that she has such strength, conviction, and clarity. Most people have the luxury of not having gone through her trials and tribulations yet still don't have the ability to generate similar clarity. Great story!
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She is a superstar. A strong belief in self. When all those around her said society is THIS way, she stood strong and said I go THAT way. Thank you for giving such a strong women a spotlight.
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Amu has free spirit, which is even more amazing considering what she has been through. She really is a free bird💙
@@earlysda hahahha you are Christian Extremist Missionary.... You convert People Forcefully... You Destroy So Many Native Culture... Nordic Viking Culture, Greece Gods, South Korea's Buddhist Culture, Etc And You Are Telling About India
@@earlysda why are you under every comment saying negative stuff. Let people live, no hate but you genuinely need stop being that middle aged Indian aunty who has no connection to this wonderfull woman in the video but is here to give advice to a grown ass women. She can look for herself. Have nice day
@@earlysda how about you do that. How about you pray and devote yourself enough to not be a negative person who just can't stop themselves from speeding negatively the moment they see a happy people freely enjoying their lives
@@lavie7358 Lavie, you have yet to explain what you see as "negative" that I've written.
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You seem very unhappy..
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Jesus is the only one who can make you happy forever.
@@earlysda bro stop converting people online...have a little bit shame.
It's your personal relationship with Jesus. Everyone have their personal relationship with their god. Stop enforcing it on others.
As an Indian fan of Luke since 2014, it’s such an honour to see him grow from just a simple RUclipsr who made funny videos to the person he is today making such beautiful videos showing his ups and downs, without hiding any imperfections or bad experiences. I love how he visited India finally after promising to come here, back in 2014! Thank you for coming and I hope you can keep coming back, Luke! 💓 And I hope you gain lots and lots of different experiences here because India is so diverse, you’ll get to see something different and hear a different language even within a distance of a few kilometres! ❤️ Thank you for making such a gorgeous video!!
Mad mad respect to Amu, it's not easy pulling yourself back from a bad/ failed marriage, since even if you want to forget the past, society won't let you, even while we think we're 'modern' that old mindset is still remains within us, which hopefully should change as new generation come.
It's nice and very refreshing seeing the goodness of people, when most are so self centred.
Hearing her story I remembered a poem by Kahlil Gibran :
And a woman who held a baby against her bosom said, Speak to us of Children.
And he said:
Your children are not your children.
They are the sons and daughters of Life’s longing for itself.
They come through you but not from you,
And though they are with you yet they belong not to you.
You may give them your love but not your thoughts,
For they have their own thoughts.
You may house their bodies but not their souls,
For their souls dwell in the house of tomorrow, which you cannot visit, not even in your dreams.
You may strive to be like them, but seek not to make them like you.
For life goes not backward nor tarries with yesterday.
You are the bows from which your children as living arrows are sent forth.
The archer sees the mark upon the path of the infinite, and He bends you with His might that His arrows may go swift and far.
Let your bending in the archer’s hand be for gladness;
For even as He loves the arrow that flies, so He loves also the bow that is stable.
I respect our own culture, and our society structure, our sense of belongingness, our collectivist society, but for those who wanna be themselves, don't wanna be bound in the net called "what will others think?!!" mindset, you can't stop them from flying, from being free.
Thank you for sharing verses so
rich and beautiful.
Every parent in this world shoud
be made to read these lines
Thanks for bringing back the memory of this poem, which I read several years ago! They are so relevant to me now, as a father of 2 teenagers!
This is a beautiful comment.
Ig it was in 11th std
@@greyy_097 ok ricebag flat-earther
Damn Luke. I don't even have words to define your content and why i love it so much but i will try. It's a breath of fresh air, it's powerful, it's generous, you can feel deep empathy and love for humanity, and it's centered on someone else than just you. And I freaking love that. RUclips is full of "me, me, me, look at me" which is okay bit it's ALL THE TIME with most creators. You speak ideas and beauty through other people. You're the best at finding people as random and lovable as Amu. That need their ideals, opinions, and bold and beautiful stories to be shared to the world. People like her break stereotypes, give hope and assurance. Amu is a legend. I have so much respect for what she has done, it's going against the standards of a whole society. Because she's in touch with her consciousness, and her sense of what's right. Oh and also I love the way you build your voice overs with B-Roll. Waiting for the next video. Much love dude♥️
The simple life, the villages, the nature and ordinary people going through their own hard lives but willing to help out a stranger, are what truly represent India. This was a fantastic video and Amu has such great character !
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but it shouldn't. Industries, tech companies, military might, space programs, infra is what should represent India.
@@aperture0 I think that both the modern and traditional aspects of a country are what make it special.
All countries have both of those things, and all countries have something to love, and lots of love to give.
Having a simple life, or a life "with the current times" doesn't matter so much, so long as you're enjoying the life you have.
There's so many values that we as humans have, and they vary from person to person and place to place. I think that's important to remember!
As a Northeast Indian, I was fortunate enough to study in Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu). I had the opportunity to roam all over the South Indian states alone and i must say it was quite an experience! It was a blessing to have met all those wonderful people on the bus, the train and on the streets and just listening to their stories was a delightful memory and seeing this video somewhat made me nostalgic about it and you guys are really encouraging! ❤
Amu is out there hitchiking with strangers throught India while I'm afraid to order pizza on the phone
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Everyone has their own challenges. Dont diminish your's 😊👋
As she said it is all about luck!!
There is news about pizza delivery boys molesting or even raping in India and here we see single alone woman hitchhiking and meeting stranger after stranger and is safe•
It is all about luck!
@@carrad123456 This is like telling there was a school sh**ting in USA. And all the children stopped going to school as schools are not safe anymore. There are rapes happening all over the world. Rapes happen in higher rates in Europe and USA compared to India. That does not mean that people stop living their life or live in constant fear in USA and Europe. The number looks huge just because of the higher population. But if you see the rate or per 1,000,000 people you will be shocked.
@@carrad123456 where did u hear these type of stories. Its not just about luck. There are many kind people in India.
@@aparnareddy5004 these are not stories, it happened recently this year in mumbai and pune, it waz in news, last year similar news came from UP and Delhi•
As a Bengali(East Indian), I just wanna make it clear that South India is so much more hospitable than North India!
Yes dear east is more hospitable than north kolkatta alwayas visit quaterly,to relex my senses ,coz here life racing is to hard ,graduly what north has on monday will reach kalkotta by saturday thats for sure
Their is only one single INDIA no south no north no east no west Only ONE INDIA 😍
@@dr.nishantchaudhary8040 that's like a white guy saying there is no colour.. we are all same!
Buddy we're not.. Respectfully, South is not same as North.. we just aren't!
Beauty of India is that no part is as same as the other.. we argue, bicker, even fight but still we are India.
Acknowledging our individual identity does not diminish the country buddy. Learn to differentiate nd give identity.
@@Y2T31 lol ironic considering how fast some souther states are turning islamic or Christian, preserving Dharmic culture what a joke lmao
@@Y2T31 BS
Your friend hasn't posted in over 4 months. I hope she is okay. I thoroughly enjoyed this. Thank you for bringing us along.
Yah am perfectly alright dear❤
@@HikerGirl That's great, Amu. Good to hear. You rock!
she is missing from last one year 😢😢
This video moved me to tears. There's something so pure and raw about discovering a country by hitchhiking. You can read a 100 books about the place and watch a 1000 videos but when you hitchhike, you hear the heartbeat of the place stripped of commerce and vanity. It's been a long time since a RUclips video moved me this much. I love the effort you've put into it, Amu for her story and strength of character, and thanks for showing me that there are kind people even in a low trust country like India.
This was an exceptional video Luke. Amu seems like the sweetest person. India is filled with some of the most diverse people, cultures and stories waiting to be heard.
One india, one nation. No diversity will be in later. /s
@@gokulb954 there will always be because of Hinduism, because of its vedantic conception of God "Brahman", it never tried to destroy tribal and rural cultures,rituals and deities, it tried to absorb them all to maintain unity.
Yes, but if Islam takes over, u can imagine what's gonna happen, a sky guy will be holding sky to not to fall
I teared up a lot during this. I can't imagine living in a world where I would feel free and free of what people think of me, what I want others to think of me, and free of time, no obligations, and just to live. You are both amazing. Loved this.
this video in particula
r made me so emotional
Thanks for promoting hitchhiking. It's my favorite form of transport and have done it in 98 countries so far.
U r awesome 👌
98 countries.! 😇
@@user-pv7ir7tv8c Yes, almost to 100!
ok this explains a lot of your bereals, incredible as always luke
😂thanks, ben
this was so well produced Luke. Your story telling is so amazing and how you are able to connect with people all around the world and showcase your experiences, your lessons. Very inspiring!
This woman defines humanity she invited an unknown person and than travelled with him accross the south India keeping him safe showing him India that is beyond metro cities, such an amazing hospitality...
I really enjoyed that video. I honestly wished it were longer and maybe you had turned it into a short series. Amu is without a doubt one of the coolest people on earth, and I hope she finds contentment on her journey. Safe travels, Luke and Amu.
@@earlysda hahahha you are Christian Extremist Missionary.... You convert People Forcefully... You Destroy So Many Native Culture... Nordic Viking Culture, Greece Gods, South Korea's Buddhist Culture, Etc And You Are Telling About India
so easy to fall into the trap of feeling alone or like you're the only one living. it's nice seeing glimpses of the lives of others, it grounds me.
What a beautiful soul. Devastating that she had her youth robed from her. I can't imagine forcing a 16 year old to marry someone 13 years older! Glad she's free and able to spread her wings now!
This girl is crazy, mad respect for her. Doesn't give a shit about what people say. I hope her channel blows up!
This is the first video I have seen of yours and it is just amazing. Have not seen such story telling for long. Also AMU’s story moved me and made me realise there is a lot to life, sitting and cribbing about what’s wrong does not make sense. I wanna live and as amu says fly like a bird.🦋❤🌈
Then just fly over the skyy❤
This is so emotional. Hope you enjoyed this process and your time in India. You're a lovely person. Hitch hiking honestly scares me because it is so unpredictable, but I am open to the idea. When I find the right people, why not? :) xoxo
I love Amu's attitude and I feel exactly the same. Except I lived my life for others for 40 years. Glad to say that for the past 5 years I have also been a free bird. Not hitchhiking, but traveling full time and truly enjoying life on my terms! Thanks for this beautiful video. There are important messages to be shared!
luke you’re literally one of the most talented creators that i’ve ever seen on this platform. i love each and every one of your videos because they each teach something new, but all of your videos still have a common theme: everyone has their own unique and complex story. i love how you perfectly capture the story of anyone that’s willing to share it and tell the world what it needs to hear. you have sooo much purpose in this world, we need more people like you!!! thank you for an incredible video once again
I felt so much from this 9 minute video. The journey Amu and you had together looked beautiful. So excited to keep watching your videos Luke, and to now follow along on Amu's journey!
Damn i didn’t want this to end haha i hope i have the courage to hitchhike when i get to India in a few months. Awesome video i hope there’s more. This was cool to watch
Most Indians only hitchhike in remote areas of the country.
@@rejuvenatingsoul3498 awesome thanks for the advice brother
Very happy to see you continue to put love and care into the amazing content you make, despite a lot of frustration with youtube. Wishing you lots of luck on your future travels. Happy holidays, stay safe :)
Wow she’s so so strong. I can’t even start to imagine what pain she’s been through.
Omg luke.. I cry in every single video. You're amazing!
"You learn for your experiences not what other people say" That is so true! Awesome video! Thanks Luke! I think family is what you want it to be. Thanks for a great post!
Amu has great character and we're so happy for her! Thank you for helping tell her story, you're one brilliant RUclipsr!
it may be hard for you to upload very often, but it is definitely worth it, you make not only films, you tell stories.
Heartwarming, touching and raw at the same time. Perfect. Thank you both for sharing
You could make a movie out of this! And appreciate Amu who thinks and lives in an original way!
You can't imagine how hard I've been waiting for a new video since discovering your channel. And I've not been disappointed. It is incredible how much impressions, feelings and meaning you can put into just 9 minutes of video. Watching feels like making experiences, growing and developing for like half a year.
I love this. Amu, you're amazing. Go enjoy life. You deserve to be happy. Good one, Luke. 💯
That is one brave woman. Much respect.
Love how authentic and down-to-earth you are, Luke. Your storytelling is masterful and your character impeccable.
Luke!! I've been waiting to see what video you made in India! So excited to watch
EDIT: Wow, this was not what I expected. Amu's story is special, yet so common in India. Child marriage & divorce are still such big taboos.. thanks for opening up. As a half-Indian female traveller, Amu inspired me a lot. I've been dreaming about hitchhiking and discovering my country for years but part of me is scared for my safety. She's right, you should "learn from your experiences, not from what other people say", and go see what the world is about with your own eyes, not just what you've read in newspapers or seen on TV. I'm really looking forward to going back to India now and create my own luck 🇮🇳 Thanks Luke, well done :)
Child marriage is massely reduced
Just like witchcraft and all are reduced in europe
And talk about divorce it's good system in india
They have many problems but not the ones you are saying florence
@@youtubedekho8086 it was common in ancient days
Likewise many country had some weird rituals it was normal those days like a gave example of witchcraft
So putting it now shows ignorance of florence
@@youtubedekho8086 lol child marriage is more common in North India than South
@@youtubedekho8086 source : trust me bro
Go check west Bengal cases . That's high
Divorce is still a taboo in India. But child marriages are almost non-existent now a days.
Amu's outlook on life is refreshing.
Fantastic. 👏
Your host, the landscapes, the people.
I could appreciate her sentiment. I wish both of you a safe journey in your travels.
Your storytelling is just getting better and better. Keep up the good work!
when Amu cut her hair, i genuinely started to tear up... what a beautiful, free soul
I love a different lense of India 🇮🇳
I had to pause the video just to comment. You are going about life in a free way just like Amu, experiencing the world for truly what it is, learning about cultures in ways that books can't teach you. Inspirational. From a fellow tamil subscriber.
welcome to Tamilnadu brother 🥰
Bro nxt plan yepo... 😁
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Your growth as a person and an incredible storyteller of real life experiences, has been so beautiful to watch! I’m glad that you’ve allowed yourself to follow what really moves you, as your new style of filmmaking and storytelling is definitely your true gift and it touches all of us. Keep up the amazing work…it’s making life better for everyone along for the ride with you! Thank you! 🙏🏼👏🏼🙌🏼
Luke I love your content. There's truly nothing like it that I've found anywhere else on youtube. You're living my dream life and I don't think I'll ever be able to do it. Not for the reasons you might think. I am not shy, I have no problem with contacting a random stranger and getting to know them, and I am also not picky. I can and have slept in the street with no complaints. The problem is: I'm terrified for my safety. I know there are many amazing people out there, but all it takes is one to end my life. I just have to decide if it's worth the risk. Being a woman and a survivor of assault, I am scared to just pick up and go to a random country, though I dream of it every day. So, what I'm saying is, thank you for living my dream life for me, so I can see what it would be like through your videos.
What a beautiful self-actualized woman. You stay safe out there.
Thanks Luke for making this video. Her story was very emotional, courageous, touchy and not a rosy picture ❤️❤️
aaaaa this is amazing!!! so different from everything youve made so far but its still your way of sseing the world and the people in it, yiur storytelling is beyond compare
love always❤
This has to be one of the most amazing journeys I've watched you go on! I'm sure that this was an unforgettable experience that offered a new way of living. Amu seems to be a wonderful person as well, and her story is incredibly moving. Thank you for sharing! Wishing both you and Amu happiness and safe travels! 💚
So truly and pure.
Thank you Luke.
Thank you, the Hiker girl.
I hitch hiked in the northern part of India back in October. It was such a cool experience. It was so freeing and opened my eyes to what traveling can really be like.
Long story short, I met a few guys in a hostel my first day in Delhi, and ended up spending a few weeks traveling with them. We went to Leh, Ladakh (northern India) and hitched a ride from there to Diskit. There were pretty insane roads up there: picture unpaved, rocky, and exposed cliffs. Went over a very high mountain pass at nearly 18000 feet (5480m). We had to split off into two hitched rides because it was hard as a group of 3 to get a lift. Our driver in the car I rode in was so kind and refused money from us. We even stopped for some hand-made noodles in the most delicious thukpa soup on the way and tried butter tea. They had a sweet dog in the car and I had to sit in the middle seat so the dog could have the window seat 😂
Tried to hitch a ride a few days later up to Turtuk, but after spending 4 hours trying to hitch a ride and getting caught in a sand storm, we ended up having to get a taxi. The taxi driver was over an hour late lol. It was a crazy day.
Hitch hiking is awesome. Be careful especially if you’re a woman! I felt safe because I was traveling with two men, but otherwise *personally* I wouldn’t have hitch hiked. But that’s just me :)
I admire Amu's sense of freedom and confidence, this journey seemed to have a lot of meaning for both of you!
You know what Luke, you're making great stuff. I hope the algorithm pick it up more often. I'm glad to see you thriving again!
Beautiful.Thanks Luke for sharing Ammu's story.Thanks Ammu for showing the good side of humanity and power of resilience through you life.
This maybe one of the most beautiful things I've seen in a very long time. A tear almost rolled down.
Wow Luke, your videos are pure art, beautifully made, so well, that I always feel the need to watch them again! That girl reminds me of myself and I really needed to hear her words as I need a little push so I can free myself as well from a life that others have envisioned for me but it doesn't belong to me! Thank you for this wonderful video! Keep them coming!
The ending actually gave me goosebumps.. Luke, please never stop making these!
I have been in India twice, and there are the most inviting and welcoming people in the world. They will feed you, give a a place to sleep. Very nice people, one of the best so far.
Love your spirit Amu! Your journey is going to inspire so many! Thank you Luke for capturing the true spirit of India ❤️
Awesome video Luke, as always! It is so unfair to have to do something that makes you unhappy just because of social norms and what others may think. Amu seems so kind, I'm so glad she managed to get out of "the cage" regardless of those established traditions. Something I would like to know is if she felt any differences hitchhiking alone and as a woman than when she had company. Sending love ❤❤
Luke ilysm man, these videos inspire me so much. Thankyou for being you and doing all of this.
This was such a lovely video !! More power to her !! Wishing her all the joy and safe travels!!
thank you so much for another beautiful, in some ways heartbreaking yet so healing story! the way you show other people’s lives and places around you is absolutely incredible! thank you for that!
This is a beautiful video. People who live on the road have the most heartening and inspiring stories and views, but they often go unnoticed. Thank you for sharing such a story
this was so inspiring because child marriage is a really a big issue in pakistan as well. more power to her. I love to see her doing amazing
Yet another well told and humbling video! Thank you Luke!❤
One damn vedio suggested by RUclips... Awesome mam... restoring humanity... Love and support from Tamil Nadu...India...
Beautiful video, Luke just never fails to impress me with each and every content he puts out, amazing job!
What you’re doing is important Luke, don’t stop & don’t give up, we’re here for u ♡
one of the most beautiful video that I have ever seen. People have different calling, not everyone is supposed to get married, raise kids , serve husband/wife for rest of their lives. Some are born to travel, meet people and see places but sadly most people dont realize their calling, their inner voice is so buried by the norms of society. I hope videos like this becomes an eye opener for all
Yet this is your another adventure to India , awesome. I love every bit of her view about life. All the best and this was a very thrilling and care free adventure just like a kid again. Congrats!!
Luke is such an inspiration. there are no words i could describe how amazing he is.
That was absolutely beautiful. What a mesmerizing and strong woman. ❤
Woah the storytelling here is so good! Love how you used real time and narration together. & how well you highlighted Amu. Stoked we found your channel Luke!!
Your storytelling is so mesmerizing! I have this crazy dream of travelling the world someday and meet new people and listen to their stories, but it's just a dream, for now. Maybe one day I will be able to travel and capture beautiful moments like you do.
What a beautiful story! Thank you for sharing this wonderful story. ❤
Damn. Its so awesome to see you get better and better with each video. Your best work yet!! No doubt
Wow, extremely inspiring story Amu. Thank you for sharing with us 💖
What a cool story. I am happy for her that she is finding what works for her to get her past what she went through.
Luke, you are a RUclipsr like no other. Please never stop doing what you do. ❤
I was emtional watching this. You go girl.. Ammu
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This film embodied for me what Couchsurfing is or used to be back a decade ago - beautiful radiant people looking for the best in others and finding the beauty in travel , I really enjoyed this, what great storytelling and a reminder that people with this spirit are all around us if we open our eyes to the beauty , thank you for this lovely reminder !
Not only is the content amazing, but the production is sublime too! What a video!
its amazing how you always find the people with the most incredible stories
She is a remarkable, brave woman! Thank you for sharing. I hope you taught her how to make her own RUclips channel. 😊
Luck, positive thinking, embracing the goodness, overlooking the minor negativity
I can't help but smile all through your videos. I feel like you have such a gift for finding positivity in this world. Thank you for telling Amu's story.
My tales of hitchhiking are quite different. Just Bolivian lorry drivers chatting a lot of Spanish to me whilst I nodded and felt confused. Less magical.