It’s so strange but Kurt’s the only RUclipsr, across the entire platform, that makes me really feel like I’m missing out on so much that life has to offer.
Exactly. Most of the other backpackers go to tourist places or main places and cities but this is what interests me the most. Getting to know the real people, the real country. Look at how they live, worse or better. And experiencing the country as it really is.
Fun fact Vietnam doesn't have PTSD 😂 it has to do with our genetics I guess,our ancestors fought so much war that our genetics evolved to be immune from ptsd
Your attribution of the statement "GOOD MORNING VIETNAM" to Robin Williams is incorrect. The actual real life broadcaster of a daily military broadcast in VM (as portrayed by Robin Williams)was airman ADRIAN CRONAUER. CRONAUER coined the irreverent statement "GOOD MORNING VIETNAM"..which was in the movie by Robin Williams...NOT Robin Williams..Cranauer died in 2018 at the age 0f 80
i have always done that in thailand and malaysia, just open hand with bank notes and they pick, they will not try to scam you unless they are taxi drivers. Those are universally assholes all around the world
They were very nice grandma was so cute, but I know the daughter wasn't cutting fruit with the knife by coincidence it looked like she was cutting it close to her mom for protection, just in case.
especially if you take into account that he looks very much like an american soldier. Despite that, everyone shows great hospitality. I'm from Eastern Europe, and if someone shows up at my house in a WW2 german/soviet military uniform, I'm definitely not giving him a warm welcome. Meanwhile Vietnamese people start to pour drinks and serve food for their uninvited guests. It speaks a lot about how nice, helpful, and generous Vietnamese people are.
I went there for the first time in 1999 and was so taken by the genuine unpretentious nature of the people who were willing to basically forget that I was from America and that we had done a lot of damage to their country. I was treated like royalty to be honest, beautiful people
Thank you Kurt for showing Khe Sanh. My father fought there in 1968 with the United States Marine Corps. I've always wondered what it was like there. He came home after that but was never the same. You could always see at certain times of year he would replay that battle 1000 times over in his head. I hope that your guide at Khe Sanh someday finds his father and can find some closure and have peace one day.
Same Bro. My Pops still screams in his sleep ever night... I would love to take him there to help him try to find some peace as he is old now. Seems like they are a beautiful people who don't hold a grudge.
Bruh the American fatigues and helmet + glasses combo is an absolutely outlandish move 😂😂 It's really a testament to how kind and accepting Vietnamese are that everyone still treats him very well.
It’s amazing how hospitable people from around the world are to strangers. Here in the UK, if I randomly turned up to someone’s house they’d politely tell me to piss off.
its how it is. I visited my gf's home town and everyone made such a fuss over me in such a loving way. Even neighbours who popped in randomly were basically begging me to come to their home to see. You'd sit for a drink and move on lol so random
I find it incredibly uplifting that these folks in Vietnam who live in squalor and have very little, are so giving and open. We can learn a lot from them.
This video had me in tears. Both my dad and my father-in-law served tours of duty in Vietnam. My dad was drafted, and neither of them wanted to be there. They're both ashamed of the things they were compelled to do. And seeing how kind-hearted and friendly they are to a white man dressed in military garb is mind-blowing to me. They're such warm people. It really is a shame what we did to those people. And for what?
I was there in 1968 , they nice to you because they are back stabbing folks you better beware, in America we proud too our flag flies over every post office and school , fire dept and police dept ,and every American veteran or patriot flies our old glory ,[aka ][stars and stripes at their homes.and we were not greedy ,we were ask by South Vietnamese to come help them after the French left. 11:47 Americans are a proud people too.
@@Lisahough4738 Backstabbing Folk? Probably that was true in the time of war but today? What would you do if some other country came to your beloved USA and kill your people?
@@Lisahough4738 Americans set up a pro-American government and then ask that government to invite Americans over? No Vietnamese likes America's presence
You're wrong. The Gulf of Tonkin incident was fabricated to justify U.S. involvement in the war. The U.S. installed Ngo Dinh Diem as a puppet president in South Vietnam, advocating for the entry of American troops. The media often cites communism as the reason for our involvement, but the real motive was to access oil and exploit Vietnam's resources. Sadly, many soldiers lost their lives for a cause that was unjustified.
lol I enjoy his channel but thought he was a little out of touch on that one. Not I could do any better but I felt like he didn’t fully realize what he was asking. I know a guy who spent three tours in Vietnam as a gunner in a helicopter and I’ve never asked him about it because it’s not my place to ask and I’m pretty sure it’s painful.
That C-130A (Georgia ANG 56-0532) was intended to fly out the last remaining US personnel at Khe Sanh but had mechanical issues so it was abandoned in place. Another C-130 was sent to pick them up. So this aircraft would have been the last USAF aircraft to leave Vietnam but instead forever rests at Khe Sanh.
The war ended in April 1975. If the father died in 1975, the boy was just born..his age today would be like around 48-50 years. The guy I saw was surely not that old. Sad story, sure. I´m convinced, it´s not his story.
you meet such beautiful people, visit special places without hesitation; I'm jealous but I watch with a big smile. Keep going Kurt, the world needs you!
Hannah was dying to work on Kurt but Lin jumped on him. You could tell there was some sister tension there. I bet the conversation between the sisters after he left was hilarious. 😂
They weren't playing about getting married either she said why not me 😂he said you have a boyfriend you said she was quick to say if I dont have husband you marry me 😂 I'll marry you both and make you US citizens
Hahahah I peeped that as well she was for sure dying to work on Kurt & even couldn’t resist coming over adjusting the headrest that was perfectly fine 😂😂 then when she said “why not me” definitely sealed it, she was definitely interested in kurt, maybe I am wrong & women are more jokesters in there culture but to me it seemed as she was very very interested in kurt, they looked beautiful from the angles I seen if I was kurt I would’ve deff entertained it a bit more, Kurt’s videos make me more & more realize why I do not want an American women & the feminine qualities in other countries is just on another level compared to the US, even tho I haven’t traveled much besides my home country of Albania 10 years ago I still have such a passion for traveling if that makes any sense & mainly for cultural reasons but the women let alone are a good enough reason to travel 😂😂‼️
Seeing Kurt just admiring that house and entering it spontaneously warmed my heart. They embraced him and welcomed him like family. I've never seen that.
There has always been something beautiful to me about the way light behaves in Vietnam. Probably the humidity and local flora but I’ve always wanted to go. I’m American. The war ended long before I was born but I’ve read extensive books about that conflict. I’m glad to see Vietnamese people here smiling and enjoying life in peace. And being gracious hosts to an outsider no less 🙏
13:32 what a great guy. Thats was hard listening to him explain about his dad, I truly hope he finds what he’s looking for and his heart is at rest.. Kurt is a good guy good vibes and good intentions. Been tuned from early
Yes,amazing! It seems that people who live a simple life are the kindest/most welcoming. Or maybe it's the other way round in those areas. Can find lots of that in Asia!
I have huge respect for the Vietnamese people. While studying some Russian history, I discovered that the Vietnamese were one of the few people (if not the only one) that could resist Gengis Khan's Mongols. And then they defeated the US. Now, if the Americans had known a little bit of history, they wouldn't have tried to subjugate this country.
Your videos make me want to quit my job, live life, and listen to other people’s experiences. Once my kids are in college I plan to do this. What a great life you are living and able to make an income off of that. Love it.
@@renegadeMst You just need to be smart about it, Kurt is obviously getting financial help through social media and knows his finances while travelling. Product placements etc. like the shaver he uses definitely make it possible to sustain that life. I would think without doing that it's gonna be hard to be self-sufficient without alternating work and being on the road. Also don't underestimate how much our money is worth compared to that in those countries.
Trust me bro, it’s lost. Only like 10% of humans are on the right path. Everything hides in plain sight. Just focus on becoming intelligent and your blurred vision will become more clear. Being born rich is to be born with true sight given by your parents. The poor like me have to figure it out, which is also okay.
@@TinNguyen-cv4qyYeah, as an English speaker it still kinda tricks my mind though.😂 It’s a very common phrase for us and would be rude in the context,so that’s probably why. Also thanks for showing the spelling that always interests me.😊
My grandpa got shipped to vietnam the summer after he graduated high school. Feel bad for him and feel bad for that young man with the backback who probably hikes that area looking for remains of his father every day :(
I did a very similar trip to this in 2017/2018 and it was the best thing I have ever done in my life. The Vietnamese are the nicest people, so welcoming.
I love that in 90% of the videos , people from all over the world are pretty straight forward nice, no bs; plus it seems that they really care to make you feel like at home... Very good yt content Kurt, keep it up;
Vietnamese people are very kind and hospitable. Back in the day my aussie friend went over with me to finally marry his wife there. He needed someone to break the ice and warm things up with his wife's family. Poor guy was nervous. So I did what we Australians do best. I grabbed some beers with them and threw on my laid back Australian culture and had them laughing all night whilst having a great piss up. It was a very successful night. I haven't been back there in a long time but most of the people I met were incredibly kind towards me.
Unlike most staged travel experiences, Kurt offers a unique experience to his viewers whom all yearn for authenticity and a social connection unattainable to them. Kurt's humble, outgoing and true-to-self approach on his travels provide a vicarious yet palpable connection to those who he encounters. One request, in earnest, please capture these stories. I am interested in them. Great job man!
Walking into random strangers houses dressed as action man , and they offer you a drink and let you sit to look at the view , I’m happy if someone even acknowledges my existence 😂😂😂😂
I've travelled Vietnam 3 months from south to north with a motorbike I bought in Saigon in 2018 and loved it. Probably one of my favourite countries, so much to see and the people are incredibly friendly. Hospitality is top notch, vietnamese ppl always invite you in for a cup of tea or something to eat. They are very generous and genuine people, free from any prejudices, I think we can learn a lot from them, just imagine some stranger would rock up in your backyard, don't know how many westerners would invite them in 😃
The Kabal has been trying to wipe out the Aryans for a very long time. The biggest lie of the last 100 years is of ww2 and the "H" word. The "H" word wasn't even used until the 60s. If your family didn't leave, then there's a good chance that you wouldn't be here today. Salem 💙
That’s awesome to meet some veterans from Vietnam. Wish we could hear some of that guys stories. Today he is blessed with a big beautiful family. Thank you Kurt for these videos. You’re a Legend 🙏🏽
Yeah. Well many of Vietnam war stories are very tragic and not great memories. VIetnam is a very green lush country but that war was extremely horrific. I served in the military and some of the Vietnam War personnel still active duty told us some horrible stories that you wouldn't want to experience first hand. War is not entertainment.
@@Movieman1965 i hear you bro. You’re right, someone’s horrible and tragic experiences are not someone else’s entertainment. Thank you for your service 🙏🏽
Kurt , your communicative skills are awesome even when you have very limited knowledge of Vietnamese language. You're effort is perceived as admirable but it's the warmness of your effort that endears you to the Vietnamese along with their welcoming kindness. Great video and happy trails to you.
The kindness they show to someone dressed as an American soldier is insane. Really shows how terribly our government lied to a whole generation to send them to die fighting a war they didn’t care about. My grandpa flew helicopters in nam and always spoke very highly of the people there. If the govt lied so much about these people we all must recognize they do the same for any country they wish to wage war with so that their Boeing and Lockheed stock can make them billions
Dude ive been in Vietnam since mid december to 2 weeks ago... Place is just magical and it made me return the fate to humanity... its like farytale people are amazing...
They are still even finding bodies from the World Wars in Europe, really depends on the soil (clay preserves well). After a few decades, the remains are most likely gone, in most cases...
My dad never won the lottery but when he called to see if his birthday was drawn. He screamed with joy and my great Grandma came in to ask what had happen. “He said I don’t need have to go to Nam!”
Lucky him. My father was drafted and was in Vietnam for a year. He witnessed around 25+ members from his unit die, and eventually got severe Dengue Fever and had to be removed from the combat zone. The PTSD from the war f-cked him over for the rest of his life. ..... War=Profit for the rich, the poor get screwed over.
09:36 thats true. i'm from germany and in my point of view its so sad that no one have any more respect, or is proud for the flag and country. Germans feel even bad sometimes beeing Patreotic
my classmate, who studied with me in 1975, He was a soldier and fought in the war until 1975, then came to St. Petersburg, Russia to study engineering. He was 40 years old and I was only 18. He always cut my hairs and an expert cutting hair in the army and was a cook. we always have fun with him. we had 4 Vietnamese and 4 Finnish and 3 Bangladeshi and rest of them Russians.
Weird, wa it native russian or what ? In soviet union, under iron wall, nobody was allowed to travel, unless with a kgb escort. and not simple persons. also chrismtas and church was forbidden and shame, because there was just one "GOD" - stalin (now putin). this is for the record history.
Every time Kurt uploads im glued to the screen which rarely happens, this channel and shiey are the travel channels that i have to watch to start to end. Awesome commentary and beautiful places and people. Much love from finland! ❤
Wow the hospitality in Vietnam stood out to me right away, especially considering Kurt’s features looking like a typical American 😂😂 but seriously blown away such proud, humble & great people‼️not that I expected anything less but I’m truly amazed at the kindness & hospitality from every single person u encountered, such beautiful & amazing people u can just feel the love through the phone & that speaks volumes‼️💙 god bless Vietnam 🇻🇳 & the Vietnamese people 🇻🇳🙏🏼❤️
I saw all of your video's Kurt, and for me the Vietnamese People appears as the most friendly and welcoming of all the countries you been too.. I love there energy!
I understand the reason they are proud about their heritage and flag. Back in the day they defeated the strongest army in the world, through their ultimate sacrifices and resistance.
@@shanedude91We can blame Henry Kissinger for extending the Cold War and Bombing campaigns in Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos; continually raging the burning desire to kill the invaders (the US). It’s the same thing that happens everywhere, you bomb a house and break up a family, that child is gonna grow up to become another threat against the nation who bombed him. The US didn’t technically “win” the war in the format you’re thinking. The main goal was not achieved, and it was a large loss of life on both sides attempting to prevent the inevitable. The US was eventually forced to withdraw in the same regard as they eventually withdrew from Afghanistan. They didn’t “win” anything but a bunch of caskets, widows, and heartbroken families.
@@OLDMANWAFFLES you're putting words in my mouth, I never used the word "win." Of course I know that the goals of the US were not achieved. But as far as militarily, the Vietnamese didn't "defeat" the US. They fought hard for sure, but it was not a military victory.
@@shanedude91oh yes! The US got their asses kicked badly and were being decimated in spite of coward warfare such as Napalm and other chemical warfare attempts.
Driving through Vietnam in uniform and helmet as a white proofs an enormous lack of self reflection. Maybe it‘s because he earns $50K a month now and the role as the poor traveller is becoming tough to play.
I really love how welcoming other countries seem to be when I watch these videos. I am sure that it's not the case every time but compared to here in the u.s where we would just walk off, i admire their hospitality.
Americans didn't invade the country Kurt, they were invited in by the South to help stop the Northern Vietnamese takeover( who were backed by Communist China).The USA (and Australians) got more than they bargained for. Terrible suffering for everyone. All war is despicable, for all sides. Thanks Kurt ,enjoy most of your vids. Wayne in Australia
Being American and having two grandfathers who served, it is very tragic to see how both sides really were made up of just average joes fighting on the behalf of politicians. These people seem very kind and despite Kurt’s absolutely wild choice of attire, are still willing to invite him into their homes and feed him. Hopefully sharing experiences like this can help bridge the divide in assumptions we have on each other.
23:25 I love how you can just "go and inspect", say hi, and they welcome you into their home! If you try to do this in America, you would actually get shot.
So true. Americans could learn so much from other cultures. The hospitality to strangers is incredible. The USA keeps building walls, demonizing other cultures. Unfortunately, Americans who never travel outside their own borders will never understand.
idk about shot but they would probably assume you're a salesman, or if you don't speak english then they will probably assume you're an illegal immigrant. under the right circumstances though Americans are very much willing to help others as well. they just have to work through their fears first.
Can’t agree more with you about being proud of your country, my wife and I went to Switzerland and it was amazing to see how proud they’re of the history and the country they belonged too!
These two ladies are so much more professional than my last chiropractor in the US! What a blessing that these young, beautiful people never experienced the dark cloud and violence of the Vietnam War, now half a century ago.
I notice her sister is afraid to leave her alone with him. That or they both want to oggle him. Either way it changed my view on these places I just considered them brothels not an actual service. The more you know.
It’s so strange but Kurt’s the only RUclipsr, across the entire platform, that makes me really feel like I’m missing out on so much that life has to offer.
Same here
Got to enjoy life while you can brother.
start living then
Exactly. Most of the other backpackers go to tourist places or main places and cities but this is what interests me the most. Getting to know the real people, the real country. Look at how they live, worse or better. And experiencing the country as it really is.
In the west they only fly the LGBTQ flag.
If anyone didn’t know why Kurt hasn’t released a video for a long time, he just woke up..
Exactly
Thanks to the chicken for waking him up
Well I am happy we is woke not Zzzz
@@user-ke1dq8in2t"...happy he is *awake, not woke"
We have a grammar Nazi with us today
Kurt rolling up on the moped in 1970s military fatigues in Vietnam and yelling “Beer?!!” Is hilarious 😂
that first outfit is WILD
American GI soldier 1960s 🤣
@@danielkantor5693 hes giving them ptsd xD
15:20 that was heartbreaking to hear the son say that his dead father is waiting to be found from the war
hear*
@@potatoseller9228your mom gai
@@potatoseller9228I need a beer*
*heer
@@potatoseller9228 Yea, felt the urge to correct someone? Grammar nazi things.
Bro is really giving them PTSD with that uniform 😂😂
Fun fact Vietnam doesn't have PTSD 😂 it has to do with our genetics I guess,our ancestors fought so much war that our genetics evolved to be immune from ptsd
@@jerryle379🤓🤓🤓🤓
that uniform + barging into their houses
😂😂
@@alang4190 lol. he is invited to be fair. but still wild lol.
"Good Morning Vietnam" 🤩 loved that tribute! RIP Robin Williams
I caught that too haha.
Better is ' And it's 1,2,3,4 what the fuck are we fighting for--- ' - Country Joe McDonald. As sung at Woodstock 1968.
Your attribution of the statement "GOOD MORNING VIETNAM" to Robin Williams is incorrect. The actual real life broadcaster of a daily military broadcast in VM (as portrayed by Robin Williams)was airman ADRIAN CRONAUER. CRONAUER coined the irreverent statement "GOOD MORNING VIETNAM"..which was in the movie by Robin Williams...NOT Robin Williams..Cranauer died in 2018 at the age 0f 80
@huladogfarm Okay, professor.
They are so truthful that you let them take the bills and u know they will not explote you. Great people
Massive difference to some other countries right. Great people and country. 👍
i have always done that in thailand and malaysia, just open hand with bank notes and they pick, they will not try to scam you unless they are taxi drivers. Those are universally assholes all around the world
24:00 He enters a random house, and they treat him soo well 😭 such a great people ❤
All while lookin like an american soldier from the Vietnam war 😂
As she walks out with a knife and then goes to put it back as he leaves 😂 Not such a subtle hint
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They were very nice grandma was so cute, but I know the daughter wasn't cutting fruit with the knife by coincidence it looked like she was cutting it close to her mom for protection, just in case.
especially if you take into account that he looks very much like an american soldier. Despite that, everyone shows great hospitality.
I'm from Eastern Europe, and if someone shows up at my house in a WW2 german/soviet military uniform, I'm definitely not giving him a warm welcome. Meanwhile Vietnamese people start to pour drinks and serve food for their uninvited guests. It speaks a lot about how nice, helpful, and generous Vietnamese people are.
What struck me most about this visit to Vietnam was not the beauty of the country as I expected, but the warmth and welcoming Vietnamese people.
I went there for the first time in 1999 and was so taken by the genuine unpretentious nature of the people who were willing to basically forget that I was from America and that we had done a lot of damage to their country. I was treated like royalty to be honest, beautiful people
They have very good views of Americans oddly enough
Well, white people are very respected and even idol there. White people either look cool, have features that a Viet wants, or are filthy rich lol
One of the strongest American allies in Asia, in fact.
@@Linkedblade how ironic
Notice how nobody has money. But always smiling.
U dnt miss what u don't know 😉
"You will own nothing, and be happy."
@@TheRockgremlinCharles Schwab
@@Jortcadet Klaus*
@@TheRockgremlinthat doesn’t apply to this situation, these people are genuinely happy
Thank you Kurt for showing Khe Sanh. My father fought there in 1968 with the United States Marine Corps. I've always wondered what it was like there. He came home after that but was never the same. You could always see at certain times of year he would replay that battle 1000 times over in his head. I hope that your guide at Khe Sanh someday finds his father and can find some closure and have peace one day.
Same Bro. My Pops still screams in his sleep ever night... I would love to take him there to help him try to find some peace as he is old now. Seems like they are a beautiful people who don't hold a grudge.
@@CaliEyedo it. I hope that he can find his peace of mind here in Vietnam
Bruh the American fatigues and helmet + glasses combo is an absolutely outlandish move 😂😂
It's really a testament to how kind and accepting Vietnamese are that everyone still treats him very well.
Bro it's so funny when it cuts to him with his outfit on riding the bike. I was lolling
I was wondering about his wardrobe choice
He's african
Amazing people
@@JonnyBeoulve yes that part killed me 😂
Best traveler on RUclips... why? He always meet with locals, and their customs, and support their business.
the multiple baddie women he gets to " accompany " him around towns aren't bad to look at either..
It’s amazing how hospitable people from around the world are to strangers. Here in the UK, if I randomly turned up to someone’s house they’d politely tell me to piss off.
Europe bro it's normal 😂 France too
As a Vietnamese I can inform you that you can always do that as a foreigner as long as you are white and good looking
It wasn't always like that in Europe.
Its gone to shit in the past couple decades.
It went from High Trust Society to low trust real quick
@@JohSebBac😂
ye i would be friendly to rich people too if im poor lol
Im 74 and fought in that worthless Vietnam war. Cue chi.
Thank you for your service brother
Thank you for your service. How do you feel about what happened?
Thank you for your service sir. You are valued.
SAD USELESS WAR
Kurt makes more friends in one video than I do my whole life.
Go out and change that fam
Dont compare friends with random people he meets on holiday.
He meets friendly strangers he will never speak to again, not friends
Join a club you'd enjoy doing
@@McTrump he still meets more pp than my whole life 💀
That family adopted you instantly. Very kind hearted people.
facts
He straight up just walked into a random family's house halfway through the video. So cool.
its how it is. I visited my gf's home town and everyone made such a fuss over me in such a loving way. Even neighbours who popped in randomly were basically begging me to come to their home to see. You'd sit for a drink and move on lol so random
Don't stay too long or you'll end up married. 😁
I find it incredibly uplifting that these folks in Vietnam who live in squalor and have very little, are so giving and open. We can learn a lot from them.
This video had me in tears.
Both my dad and my father-in-law served tours of duty in Vietnam. My dad was drafted, and neither of them wanted to be there. They're both ashamed of the things they were compelled to do. And seeing how kind-hearted and friendly they are to a white man dressed in military garb is mind-blowing to me. They're such warm people. It really is a shame what we did to those people. And for what?
My blood boils when I hear people brag about serving in Vietnam.
Comments like this gives me hope about humanity. Thank you man.
To limit the expansion of communism and to strengthen democracy around the world. Somethings are theoretical yet worth dying for?
the family you met is so heartwarming
I was there in 1968 , they nice to you because they are back stabbing folks you better beware, in America we proud too our flag flies over every post office and school , fire dept and police dept ,and every American veteran or patriot flies our old glory ,[aka ][stars and stripes at their homes.and we were not greedy ,we were ask by South Vietnamese to come help them after the French left. 11:47 Americans are a proud people too.
@@Lisahough4738 Backstabbing Folk? Probably that was true in the time of war but today? What would you do if some other country came to your beloved USA and kill your people?
@@Lisahough4738 Americans set up a pro-American government and then ask that government to invite Americans over? No Vietnamese likes America's presence
You werent even nice to yourself if u were there @@Lisahough4738
You're wrong. The Gulf of Tonkin incident was fabricated to justify U.S. involvement in the war. The U.S. installed Ngo Dinh Diem as a puppet president in South Vietnam, advocating for the entry of American troops. The media often cites communism as the reason for our involvement, but the real motive was to access oil and exploit Vietnam's resources. Sadly, many soldiers lost their lives for a cause that was unjustified.
-white dude walks in in uniform
-says hes african
-asks man to relive ptsd
-"wow"
-leaves
lmfao!
gigachad
Yeah. And a great war story 😂
lol I enjoy his channel but thought he was a little out of touch on that one. Not I could do any better but I felt like he didn’t fully realize what he was asking. I know a guy who spent three tours in Vietnam as a gunner in a helicopter and I’ve never asked him about it because it’s not my place to ask and I’m pretty sure it’s painful.
@@ericroberts7485 im sure there was a ton of interaction off camera or edited out but that was so wild the way that played out on cam lmao
That C-130A (Georgia ANG 56-0532) was intended to fly out the last remaining US personnel at Khe Sanh but had mechanical issues so it was abandoned in place. Another C-130 was sent to pick them up. So this aircraft would have been the last USAF aircraft to leave Vietnam but instead forever rests at Khe Sanh.
Kurt, you are the man brother. I usually do NOT comment on anything, but you have me captivated, young man. Great videos.
That poor son still looking for his father’s body. Broke my heart, bless him ❤
The war ended in April 1975. If the father died in 1975, the boy was just born..his age today would be like around 48-50 years. The guy I saw was surely not that old. Sad story, sure. I´m convinced, it´s not his story.
The Vietnam vlogs have definitely been my favorite. The people are so welcoming and nice. I cant wait to visit
Yes. Great country and amazing people!
Welcome to our country ! . But be aware of pickpocket and scam in big cities and you'll be fine
Fr but the Columbia vlogs are also realy good
Hanna was totally serious about marriage lol
Talking about 'why not me?'😂
POOR GIRL AMERICAN WOMEN IN THE STATES DON'T ACT THIS PURE, SHE'S A BLESSING
you meet such beautiful people, visit special places without hesitation; I'm jealous but I watch with a big smile. Keep going Kurt, the world needs you!
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Hannah was dying to work on Kurt but Lin jumped on him. You could tell there was some sister tension there. I bet the conversation between the sisters after he left was hilarious. 😂
Im sure kurt gave her a "happy ending" after
Looool
They weren't playing about getting married either she said why not me 😂he said you have a boyfriend you said she was quick to say if I dont have husband you marry me 😂 I'll marry you both and make you US citizens
@@fsinatra1911 fr I was thinking he could have both also. 😆
Hahahah I peeped that as well she was for sure dying to work on Kurt & even couldn’t resist coming over adjusting the headrest that was perfectly fine 😂😂 then when she said “why not me” definitely sealed it, she was definitely interested in kurt, maybe I am wrong & women are more jokesters in there culture but to me it seemed as she was very very interested in kurt, they looked beautiful from the angles I seen if I was kurt I would’ve deff entertained it a bit more, Kurt’s videos make me more & more realize why I do not want an American women & the feminine qualities in other countries is just on another level compared to the US, even tho I haven’t traveled much besides my home country of Albania 10 years ago I still have such a passion for traveling if that makes any sense & mainly for cultural reasons but the women let alone are a good enough reason to travel 😂😂‼️
Seeing Kurt just admiring that house and entering it spontaneously warmed my heart. They embraced him and welcomed him like family. I've never seen that.
Every singe Vietnamese is like that. Wonderful people
Broski that’s a lot of other places in the world, just cuz here in america we don’t lots of others do😂
@@ovo_faygss1440 yeah I haven’t been able to leave America yet. Trying to change that soon though!
It's because he's white
Third world countries are like that.
The Vietnamese have to be the most civil people on the planet right now , humble and kind
yeah I wouldn't say so....
There has always been something beautiful to me about the way light behaves in Vietnam. Probably the humidity and local flora but I’ve always wanted to go. I’m American. The war ended long before I was born but I’ve read extensive books about that conflict. I’m glad to see Vietnamese people here smiling and enjoying life in peace. And being gracious hosts to an outsider no less 🙏
13:32 what a great guy. Thats was hard listening to him explain about his dad, I truly hope he finds what he’s looking for and his heart is at rest.. Kurt is a good guy good vibes and good intentions. Been tuned from early
Vietnam people are awesome, so kind
Always kind. Super smart people.
I am Canadian and have many Vietnamese friends.
I couldn't agree more with you!
@@deviantlifex supersmart?!! Lmfaooooooo, its the COMPLETE opposite!!
Yes,amazing! It seems that people who live a simple life are the kindest/most welcoming. Or maybe it's the other way round in those areas. Can find lots of that in Asia!
That most likely think its hilarious. They arent offended at everything like the west is
I have huge respect for the Vietnamese people. While studying some Russian history, I discovered that the Vietnamese were one of the few people (if not the only one) that could resist Gengis Khan's Mongols. And then they defeated the US. Now, if the Americans had known a little bit of history, they wouldn't have tried to subjugate this country.
The Americans were never there in full force. It was political BS.
Absolutely amazing people , so friendly 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
No wonder Kurt visits these places as the world we live in is fucked by greed
Your videos make me want to quit my job, live life, and listen to other people’s experiences. Once my kids are in college I plan to do this. What a great life you are living and able to make an income off of that. Love it.
I was thinking the same...i dont hahe kids but idk...you need a lot of money to do it no?
You've got kids mate. You think they will stop relying on you once they hit college? 😂
Do it
@@renegadeMst You just need to be smart about it, Kurt is obviously getting financial help through social media and knows his finances while travelling. Product placements etc. like the shaver he uses definitely make it possible to sustain that life. I would think without doing that it's gonna be hard to be self-sufficient without alternating work and being on the road. Also don't underestimate how much our money is worth compared to that in those countries.
Don’t quit your job lol
bro, i love when you do multiple episodes where the next one follows up on the last!
yeah bro, this what up ^ Thumbs up so Kurt sees it.
Sameee it’s so great
+1 on this!
Yeah butttt that was 8 months ago, its 2024 son
the kid was terrified asking you where you from, he thought you were sent from the past lol
how is one video making me think, that this world somehow isnt so lost, we are just in the wrong place
Trust me bro, it’s lost. Only like 10% of humans are on the right path. Everything hides in plain sight.
Just focus on becoming intelligent and your blurred vision will become more clear.
Being born rich is to be born with true sight given by your parents. The poor like me have to figure it out, which is also okay.
It always takes me a second to realize that you are not being mean by saying “come on”, you are thanking them😂
I thought the same . It's an awkward phrase to use .
@@smyffmawzz for an english speaker, Yes. But it’s just a little funny hehe
he dont say "come on", he say "cám ơn". In Vietnamese it's mean "thank you"
@@TinNguyen-cv4qyYeah, as an English speaker it still kinda tricks my mind though.😂 It’s a very common phrase for us and would be rude in the context,so that’s probably why. Also thanks for showing the spelling that always interests me.😊
I know bro, that's what I explained. It just seems funny to me but I obviously know what it means ;)@@TinNguyen-cv4qy
Curt's Videos über mein Handy zu schauen ist wie in kleines Fenster in die Welt, ungefiltert und ohne Propaganda. 🙌
Danke❤️
Couldn’t have said it better myself. Bless you for these words
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My grandpa got shipped to vietnam the summer after he graduated high school. Feel bad for him and feel bad for that young man with the backback who probably hikes that area looking for remains of his father every day :(
I did a very similar trip to this in 2017/2018 and it was the best thing I have ever done in my life. The Vietnamese are the nicest people, so welcoming.
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Same man, my best bro is Vietnamese American and we travelled together in 2018/19 and they were the trips of a lifetime, miss this country.
It never surprises me how generous poor people can be. It always warms my heart seeing how they want to give from the little they have.....
Being poor instills humility
You are wrong to assume they are poor. Many market sellers are in fact well off. Vietnamese typically dont like to flaunt wealth.
I love that in 90% of the videos , people from all over the world are pretty straight forward nice, no bs; plus it seems that they really care to make you feel like at home...
Very good yt content Kurt, keep it up;
kosovo je srce albanije
24:18 kurt you gotta take your shoes off before entering their house , thats a real insult to them dude.
similar to muslims then
traveling every country but not knowing things like that raises some question
I thought the same thing. The young dude even looked down at his feet.
KURT ACTS LIKE A JACKAZZ ALL THE TIME, NO DIFFERENCE
I love how smiling and laughter is a universal communication tool humans like to use
Humans like to use? Are u an alien 👽 my intergalactic friend?
Nah. It's a sign of confusion and embarrassment
Kurt I'm really loving the mix of content man, the exploration and historical knowledge you're dropping is awesome!!
This guy made me love Vietnam and the Vietnamese people 🙏🏼
BETTER THAN THE U.S IN ALL ASPECTS
No stupid edits, no effects. Just a man and his camera on the road. 1.1milliok views and counting.
Man the people of Vietnam are so welcoming and friendly credit to you!
Should be very proud of your nation I want to visit now :)
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Vietnamese people are very kind and hospitable. Back in the day my aussie friend went over with me to finally marry his wife there. He needed someone to break the ice and warm things up with his wife's family. Poor guy was nervous. So I did what we Australians do best. I grabbed some beers with them and threw on my laid back Australian culture and had them laughing all night whilst having a great piss up. It was a very successful night. I haven't been back there in a long time but most of the people I met were incredibly kind towards me.
ok rembo... slow down ... did you throw another shrimp on the barbie?
So did you marry her instead?
@@Cock_Diesel slow down rabbi, people are fed up with your shenanigans schlomo
@@Cock_Diesel Rambo is American, maybe crocodile Dundee
@@Themilkman95 lmaoooooo
i love how he wakes up in vietnam, goes to the window and says "good morning vietman! pow pow mother*f" ~no chicken was hurt that day.
Unlike most staged travel experiences, Kurt offers a unique experience to his viewers whom all yearn for authenticity and a social connection unattainable to them. Kurt's humble, outgoing and true-to-self approach on his travels provide a vicarious yet palpable connection to those who he encounters.
One request, in earnest, please capture these stories. I am interested in them.
Great job man!
Walking into random strangers houses dressed as action man , and they offer you a drink and let you sit to look at the view , I’m happy if someone even acknowledges my existence 😂😂😂😂
That's how the white man conquered the world.
It must be the power of the camera, they just think it’s a documentary or something lol
@@flyingchimp12người VN tao luôn mến khách,không như suy nghĩ ngu dốt của mày đâu
@@Phieu-Tieu-Dieuthe way you just spoke wasn’t very hospitable.
@@garrettsummers0kinda deserved when u belittle someone, and slightly insult their intelligence. Don’t you think Garret?😂
This man is living the dream life. Just expiring and sharing with the world. No frills, no silly acting. Just being himself.
expiring = dying lol
@@anotherone-xp9ox was thinking same thing when I read the comment. Think he means inspiring lolll 😂
@@JimmyIreland69I actually think they meant exploring lol
I sure hope he doesn't expire 🤣
Yes
I've travelled Vietnam 3 months from south to north with a motorbike I bought in Saigon in 2018 and loved it. Probably one of my favourite countries, so much to see and the people are incredibly friendly. Hospitality is top notch, vietnamese ppl always invite you in for a cup of tea or something to eat. They are very generous and genuine people, free from any prejudices, I think we can learn a lot from them, just imagine some stranger would rock up in your backyard, don't know how many westerners would invite them in 😃
Vietnam is a great country. The people are kind and the women are classy.
I love the design of their houses, an outdoor inside area for fresh air and gatherings then private rooms towards the back
You just described a porch.
Every village in Asia has houses like that.
@@whysix3417 Nothing beats shitty American porches!
read my mind
The old man was a doctor after all
last time germany was proud of their heritage, my grandpa became argentinien.
real
Based grandpa.
Facts... Nowadays in Germany, UK you have more Palestinian flags than native ones, it's fucking embarrassing what we Europeans have become.
The Kabal has been trying to wipe out the Aryans for a very long time. The biggest lie of the last 100 years is of ww2 and the "H" word. The "H" word wasn't even used until the 60s. If your family didn't leave, then there's a good chance that you wouldn't be here today. Salem 💙
@@Faust_Kn there’s nothing we can do about it European are to afraid to say no you can’t stay in our country.
This dude is awesome. I have watched his videos, very entertaining. A little envious of his travels but commendable all the same. You go boy.
19:05 they geekin out over him lol they saw the subs and were so smiley right away 😂
That’s awesome to meet some veterans from Vietnam. Wish we could hear some of that guys stories.
Today he is blessed with a big beautiful family.
Thank you Kurt for these videos.
You’re a Legend 🙏🏽
Yeah. Well many of Vietnam war stories are very tragic and not great memories. VIetnam is a very green lush country but that war was extremely horrific. I served in the military and some of the Vietnam War personnel still active duty told us some horrible stories that you wouldn't want to experience first hand. War is not entertainment.
@@Movieman1965 i hear you bro. You’re right, someone’s horrible and tragic experiences are not someone else’s entertainment.
Thank you for your service 🙏🏽
Kurt's channel is easily one of the best channels on RUclips. I always look forward to sitting and watching his new videos. Keep up the great work!
Epic move with the uniform, and helmet, you’re crazy brother. Laughed a lot, thank you.
Vietnam is a beautiful country with nice people. It seems quite secure everywhere. Thanks.
Kurt , your communicative skills are awesome even when you have very limited knowledge of Vietnamese language. You're effort is perceived as admirable but it's the warmness of your effort that endears you to the Vietnamese along with their welcoming kindness.
Great video and happy trails to you.
6:40 so kind family 😊😊
I live in Thailand last 8 years and Asian people are mostly honest not selfish and very family oriented __ love❤❤❤❤ it
everyone loves a happy ending!
Here! Here! 🍻
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Am I missing something?
@@user-ke1dq8in2tdepend from your age
Yes a happy ending apparently @@user-ke1dq8in2t
My sister n law is half Vietnamese and American from the war. She is wonderful and we are blessed 💙
what is your husband
Is it because her mother was raped?
The kindness they show to someone dressed as an American soldier is insane. Really shows how terribly our government lied to a whole generation to send them to die fighting a war they didn’t care about. My grandpa flew helicopters in nam and always spoke very highly of the people there. If the govt lied so much about these people we all must recognize they do the same for any country they wish to wage war with so that their Boeing and Lockheed stock can make them billions
Dude ive been in Vietnam since mid december to 2 weeks ago... Place is just magical and it made me return the fate to humanity... its like farytale people are amazing...
That guy still looking for his fathers body is shocking. I understand this very well. Because in Bosnia some of my people are still missing. ❤
They are still even finding bodies from the World Wars in Europe, really depends on the soil (clay preserves well). After a few decades, the remains are most likely gone, in most cases...
My dad never won the lottery but when he called to see if his birthday was drawn. He screamed with joy and my great Grandma came in to ask what had happen. “He said I don’t need have to go to Nam!”
I was 1a then they called off the draft 3weeks later 😅
Lucky him. My father was drafted and was in Vietnam for a year. He witnessed around 25+ members from his unit die, and eventually got severe Dengue Fever and had to be removed from the combat zone. The PTSD from the war f-cked him over for the rest of his life. ..... War=Profit for the rich, the poor get screwed over.
@@MS-tc2fs I'm sorry to hear that man
@@MS-tc2fs Dengue suck and deadly your dad was a really lucky dude.
Thank you to your father, yeah?
09:36 thats true. i'm from germany and in my point of view its so sad that no one have any more respect, or is proud for the flag and country. Germans feel even bad sometimes beeing Patreotic
wenn du im leben nicht ausreichend dinge hast, auf die du eher stolz sein kannst als auf deinen ursprung, dann bist du ein opfer
I can't get over how he just gate crashes at random houses.
my classmate, who studied with me in 1975, He was a soldier and fought in the war until 1975, then came to St. Petersburg, Russia to study engineering. He was 40 years old and I was only 18. He always cut my hairs and an expert cutting hair in the army and was a cook. we always have fun with him. we had 4 Vietnamese and 4 Finnish and 3 Bangladeshi and rest of them Russians.
Weird, wa it native russian or what ? In soviet union, under iron wall, nobody was allowed to travel, unless with a kgb escort. and not simple persons. also chrismtas and church was forbidden and shame, because there was just one "GOD" - stalin (now putin). this is for the record history.
Every time Kurt uploads im glued to the screen which rarely happens, this channel and shiey are the travel channels that i have to watch to start to end. Awesome commentary and beautiful places and people. Much love from finland! ❤
i respect how none of them overcharged with a wad of money in front of them they took only what they charged and nothing more
Wow, the Vietnamese, what a wonderful and cheerful people, so incredibly inviting and welcoming!
Wow the hospitality in Vietnam stood out to me right away, especially considering Kurt’s features looking like a typical American 😂😂 but seriously blown away such proud, humble & great people‼️not that I expected anything less but I’m truly amazed at the kindness & hospitality from every single person u encountered, such beautiful & amazing people u can just feel the love through the phone & that speaks volumes‼️💙 god bless Vietnam 🇻🇳 & the Vietnamese people 🇻🇳🙏🏼❤️
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I saw all of your video's Kurt, and for me the Vietnamese People appears as the most friendly and welcoming of all the countries you been too.. I love there energy!
even more than pakistan?
@@ItsameAlex yeah, even more than Pakistan
I understand the reason they are proud about their heritage and flag. Back in the day they defeated the strongest army in the world, through their ultimate sacrifices and resistance.
No... they did not defeat the US. Vietnam was more of a political loss for the US. Militarily, Vietnam was pretty one-sided.
Remember many escaped & many were against communism
@@shanedude91We can blame Henry Kissinger for extending the Cold War and Bombing campaigns in Cambodia, Vietnam, and Laos; continually raging the burning desire to kill the invaders (the US). It’s the same thing that happens everywhere, you bomb a house and break up a family, that child is gonna grow up to become another threat against the nation who bombed him. The US didn’t technically “win” the war in the format you’re thinking. The main goal was not achieved, and it was a large loss of life on both sides attempting to prevent the inevitable. The US was eventually forced to withdraw in the same regard as they eventually withdrew from Afghanistan. They didn’t “win” anything but a bunch of caskets, widows, and heartbroken families.
@@OLDMANWAFFLES you're putting words in my mouth, I never used the word "win." Of course I know that the goals of the US were not achieved. But as far as militarily, the Vietnamese didn't "defeat" the US. They fought hard for sure, but it was not a military victory.
@@shanedude91oh yes! The US got their asses kicked badly and were being decimated in spite of coward warfare such as Napalm and other chemical warfare attempts.
Driving through Vietnam in uniform and helmet as a white proofs an enormous lack of self reflection. Maybe it‘s because he earns $50K a month now and the role as the poor traveller is becoming tough to play.
I really love how welcoming other countries seem to be when I watch these videos. I am sure that it's not the case every time but compared to here in the u.s where we would just walk off, i admire their hospitality.
Gotta say, love the little historical gems you be dropping in every video
one of my favourite videos of yours, love the information you're giving and great stories from people
Americans didn't invade the country Kurt, they were invited in by the South to help stop the Northern Vietnamese takeover( who were backed by Communist China).The USA (and Australians) got more than they bargained for. Terrible suffering for everyone.
All war is despicable, for all sides.
Thanks Kurt ,enjoy most of your vids. Wayne in Australia
It amazes me how hospitable people are in these other countries compared to the US.
Not surprising for colonizers to be unfriendly.
that grandpap is ripped as fuck!
As an American i feel the US should stay out of useless wars. Ive never understood it. Politicians
Being American and having two grandfathers who served, it is very tragic to see how both sides really were made up of just average joes fighting on the behalf of politicians. These people seem very kind and despite Kurt’s absolutely wild choice of attire, are still willing to invite him into their homes and feed him. Hopefully sharing experiences like this can help bridge the divide in assumptions we have on each other.
23:25 I love how you can just "go and inspect", say hi, and they welcome you into their home!
If you try to do this in America, you would actually get shot.
Was thinking the exact same thing 😅 or at the very least a really unpleasant confrontation. Way different cultures for sure
So true. Americans could learn so much from other cultures. The hospitality to strangers is incredible. The USA keeps building walls, demonizing other cultures. Unfortunately, Americans who never travel outside their own borders will never understand.
@@luckylucky-vo9zq I mean building a wall is kinda valid tho lol
idk about shot but they would probably assume you're a salesman, or if you don't speak english then they will probably assume you're an illegal immigrant. under the right circumstances though Americans are very much willing to help others as well. they just have to work through their fears first.
That's like how it is in video games
"Me love you long time" she says as he's getting his "massage"😂😂😂 Look at the looks she's giving the other girl😃
I had the same thing happen to me when i went there they love foreigners especially if you are young
Is that really what she said? In Vietnamese?
Too beaucoup.
Asian people are really nice and caring they all greet you with open arms no matter who you are
Can’t agree more with you about being proud of your country, my wife and I went to Switzerland and it was amazing to see how proud they’re of the history and the country they belonged too!
These two ladies are so much more professional than my last chiropractor in the US! What a blessing that these young, beautiful people never experienced the dark cloud and violence of the Vietnam War, now half a century ago.
I notice her sister is afraid to leave her alone with him. That or they both want to oggle him.
Either way it changed my view on these places I just considered them brothels not an actual service.
The more you know.
In Germany you only see Ukraine and Lgbt flags
In Germany you are a racist If you Show the German flag....
😂 👍🏻 100 % true..
It didn't go well the last time you guys had german flags everywhere.
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What happened to Germany ?