I Made it to a Secret Country in the Amazon
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- Опубликовано: 10 авг 2023
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My last visit to Guyana (back in 2016) was not enjoyable, to say the least. I vividly remember my hotel receptionist locking the door at 7pm and saying that I couldn’t leave because it was too dangerous!
But back then, I was young and naive, so I decided to give it another chance with new perspectives. And this time around was a lot more enjoyable! Not only did I get to fully enjoy the street markets and tasty cuisine of Georgetown (the capital), but I also got to head down into the Amazon to meet an indigenous tribe and go hunting for anacondas at night!!
I hope you learned a thing or two about the only English-speaking nation in South America, and I would love to hear from you in the comments down below. Seriously - I read every single comment and your feedback is greatly appreciated so I can continue to improve the way I tell stories!
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Just curious, how many of you guys out there had A) never heard of Guyana before watching this video, B) heard the name, but knew nothing about it, C) knew a few things about it, or D) was an expert on Guyana before this video. Also - please leave any feedback on the overall story in the comments here - I really enjoyed this trip and I'm looking forward to going back to Guyana someday soon!
B
C, I know it used to be part of British empire
C) I have a friend from Guyana
D, I've done a fair bit of research om every country including Guyana
C I knew some things from Geography Now and my own knowledge!🇬🇾
the respect you have to go back and re-experience a country is so heart touching
Thanks! It's always worth giving a place a 2nd chance!
@@drewbinsky you should go back to Chad once it settles down a bit
@@drewbinsky ,lol. Did you give your girlfriend a second chance?
@@ianbynoe6515wdym
@@ianbynoe6515 he's a traveler, so it looks to me like he had already given her 10 chances. Lol
As a Trinidadian teen, I realise how much similarities there are to Guyana and Trinidad. One peace and one love to the beautiful, vibrant people of Guyana 🇹🇹 ❤🇬🇾
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Bro killing it with this video!!! Loved the intro and going into the past. Telling the story of the country and adding your legacy element. Starting in Little Guyana QUEENS and then flying down. Epic dude!
Drew, my parents are Guyanese and we live in Toronto along with tens of thousands others. Thank you so much for bringing light to our beautiful country. Every country absolutely has its rough edges but you did a great job showing the country for what it is. We are all the SAME 🇬🇾🔥
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My grandparents grew up in Guyana then migrated to India. Grandmother's brother went to Toronto and his family living there.
Torontonian w Guyanese roots here 💕
@@Essdotg1710there are a lot of Caribbean/Guyanese people in Toronto
me my self right now living in guyana its not that hard to live here but thanks for bring light in our country
My mom is from Georgetown Guayana but she hasn’t been back since she moved to America over 22 years ago. It was crazy to finally see the market she talked about selling at as a child in your video. She didn’t have the most positive upbringing there so I have only heard her perspective on the country. I was always afraid to go from the stories shes told me but after seeing this video it has truly changed my perspective! I now hope to one day see Guyana for myself and maybe even bring my mom back with me! Thank you for making this 💗
I was born in the states but my family is Guyanese, and seeing videos like this just make my heart happy in a way I can't explain. Such a lovely, wonderful country and video. Can't wait to go there more and more as I grow older
Thank you so much!
Your channel is a source of pure, unfiltered human companionship and joy. You're giving a valuable thing to the world that not a lot of creators do. I've tried other channel vloggers but nobody is as adventurous, respectful, kind, and open minded as you, and I feel like each video of yours teaches me with something new and worthwhile, keep doing what you're doing man, you put love into the world.
Travel vloggers* my bad. I would edit it but YT mobile won't let me 😔
im from bali and wow! i've never seen native amazonians speak perfect english with a caribbean accent, must've been a very unique experience for you!!
That's because we Guyanese speak English as our language .
@@seetasahadeo223 that is awesome, i know every Guyanese speaks english, but that carribbean accent is totally unexpected and its just sublime to me! So for me who lives halfway around the world, its just a cool thing to see and hear
@@ys8870 If you think that is unexpected, I live in the UK and we have a large Indian/Pakistan population. It is crazy when I go to Scotland and speak to an India/Pakistani that has a really strong Scottish accent!
@@SpoojFritter i saw a trevor noah stand up and he mentioned the same thing!
What amazes me with all you videos… there is one unique thing I noticed and that is “ the people with little or no resources are willing to share the little they have with you but people that have lots of resources like the people in the western world are not willing to share” they always want more and more. Real love is out there but that is in the natural part of the world.
YES, and that's why I love when he takes something to share too.
I have visited Guyana! It’s been years and years- but what an amazing trip we had! I loved it as well. Safe and sound, lovely people!! ❤ Id love to go back soon!
Currently in Rab, Croatia! Vacationing at the Adriatic Sea! Sending love and hugs to everyone!
Have fun! I wish I was in Croatia !
@hit_me_up_DrewBinsky9bot don’t fall for it
Safe when you have guides
Thank you for giving my country a second chance 🇬🇾❤️
As a Belizean Im watching this and its actually amazing how similar it is to Belize. I need to Visit Guyana!
Belize don't have indian ppl
Are you Belmopanese os Belize Citiean?
You want more of the same ?
I'm in Barbados it's more like the city lol
Yes you Belizean speak with the same accent like the indigenous people of guyana they also got there iwn language 🇬🇾
South America has this charm no other country can capture, they feeling of refreshment and freedom in this land is pretty awesome, no matter if it is Brazil ,Argentina, or Guyana.
So true! A very underrated nation!
@@drewbinskyI think South America is a continent
That woman in the jungle seemed like the sweetest lady, knowing the country speaks English makes me want to visit even more. Fantastic video!
Sadly most people only know of my country because of the Jim Jones incident. I am so happy you decided to revisit Guyana and try out some different things aside from your previous trip.
Guyanese people are the most friendly and caring people I know. I am a proud Guyanese living in New York. Guyanese people are the happiest people in the South America. Guyana is a beautiful country. The hood in Guyana is no different than the hoods in other country. The people in the hood looks out for you.
The Backyard Café looks AMAZING
Thank you Drew for giving Guyana 🇬🇾 a second chance. Hope you now frequent my Country of birth. Guyanese people are kind, compassionate, and warm. Hope you've enjoyed the hospitality and soaked in Guyanese culture. One People, One Nation, One Destiny ❤💚💛🖤🩶.
ONE GUYANA 🇬🇾
I loved when he asked you what village you were from. So heartwarming
The village of Arizona. Had someone asked me I would say the village of Bricktown, Jamaica, NY Queens. ahahahaha. Even big places have villages.
Man… he really visited every country, he completed earth lore.
It's remarkable how brave and transparent you are. Watched so many videos over time
Drew, is a really good person. He's not judgemental he seems to get along well with anyone.
Nice meeting and dining with you at the Backyard Cafe. Thanks for the cameos too. Glad you had a better experience exploring Guyana. I enjoyed the video.
9:12
The infamous video about 🇬🇾 back in 2016.
Glad you went back to give the country a 2nd chance and to clear the video with the locals.
Drew you made me and my dad day with this video because we are huge fans and you coming to our country and giving it a 2nd chance and seeing the beauty of or people and places really touched our heart we really wished we meet you, but thank you so much for visiting our country guyana we are truly grateful 🇬🇾 ❤
Drew, you are amazing. I'm glad you went back to Guyana and saw all of the changes. The people are beautiful. So friendly and hospitable. I love watching your adventures.
Thank you Drew.
Happy you came back, love the story telling.
YESSS Thank you so much Drew for visiting Guyana! I’m just about to watch this video, I truly hope u had an amazing time there!
What an amazing video! Georgetown is interesting owing to the the vibe of the people you met, but the Amazon part is just once in a lifetime experience! As someone that lived for a while in the Brazilian Amazon (border with Peru and Bolivia), it was pure joy for me to watch and know more about this Guyanese part.
Very cool that you gave the country a second chance and found it better than before. Everyone seems so nice and welcoming and helpful, but Regina and her village were just wonderful. She has such a hard life and loves it, has no complaints just being happy with what she has, amazing. Thank you for returning and showing us this beautiful country.
I remember the last time you went Drew. You went to play golf, were scared of crime and basically went there just to add to your list. I was critical of you, especially when you added it to your bottom 5 list. Now I must give you credit for going back properly like 3 other You Tubers have done, Richards World Traveler, Sabbatical Tommy and Keenan Lambert. But you have many more subscribers than any of them so can show more people
Hey drew been watching and following you for years, just wanted to say that this is probably my favourite travel video of yours, thank you for sharing
Loved this video! I’ve been binge watching all day and this is one of my favs ❤
My favorite thing about your show is when you sit down to eat at people's homes and Show their hospitality. It gives me Bourdain vibes and love every bit of it.
The beautiful smiles of the children, people are always happy don’t matter what their situation.
Drew thank you for giving my beautiful country another chance!! I’m so happy you were able to enjoy a true Guyanese experience. Much love 💗
Actually this is the video that i waited for!! I love guyanaaa
This video has completely changed my perspective for Guyana 🇬🇾 now not only do I know loads about it I want to visit it to I love your ability to tell stories and even tho I’m not old enough to travel solo when I am I plan to go and see the world thanks to you. You inspired me and I’ll always keep supporting your videos wish u the best!
He inspired me to!
I'm young too bro one day let's travel somewhere!
@@axelflyer1559 that’s the dream!
So happy to hear this! Thank you so much!
Thank you drewski! This has only made me want to visit Guyana even more eagerly. I am First Nations Canadian Ojibway and my daughter is actually mixed with Guyanese. The people in lethem remind me so much of my family and I can’t wait to show my daughter her other half and beyond. Thank you again for doing this video as I will most definitely connect with the ones you connected with for guiding.
B, you are truly the most adventurous vloger around!! I love your work!! What a great education ❤
Loved watching this Drew. I was born there and still scared whenever I visit. After watching this I will definitely venture out farther next time. Thank you 🙏🏽.
Love the Guyana trip. Keep doing the good work. I am definitely going to Guyana for my next vacation.
Thank you Drew Binsky for this brief but very enjoyable and informative video ! . . . . I love your style !
You have just whetted our appetites and now anxious for more . . . I am truly looking forward to seeing what you discover on your next visit to beautiful Guyana.
we appreciated your return to Guyana and that you leave with a better understanding and love for Guyana
So many friendly people you met this time.❤ There are beautiful people everywhere. Love to all good souls in Guyana!
redemption for Guyana! I wasn't sure what would come from your channel after visiting every country, but you have created unique, compelling, beautiful videos for us that continue to intrigue. Big up
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I am glad you gave Guyana a second chance. I knew it couldn't be bad. Loved this!
This is one of my favorite video of yours, Drew. Makes me want to visit Guyana too. Such beautiful people and looking forward to try their local dishes. 💛
Its amazing you went hunting in the jungle at night. That is next level.
We Guyanese have been watching your videos for many years wondering when you will visit Guyana 🇬🇾. But you did a wonderful job by visiting queens,NY then Guyana. You are always amazing.
Your updated Brunei video inspired me to pop over to Bandar Seri Begawan while I’m in the Philippines this winter. This video has made me wanna head to Guyana in the future as well! Love the stories.
Im so happy to hear this!!! I’m in the Philippines now as I write this!
I am amazed of your work Drew. Thanks for sharing with us.
Loved this Drew! What an amazing place hopefully it will stay okay with the cash coming in and the locals prosper. Much love. Thankyou.
I've heard of Guyana before, but didn't really know anything about it. Another great video, Sir! I hope you're safe and well! Much respect from Slovenia!
Come visit our beautiful country
Guyana's ex president Janet Jagan was Jewish. She was born in Chicago and married Cheddi Jagan, Guyana's first president. She was elected to finish his term after he died and then was elected to her own term after that.
I am a Guyanese and I really appreciate you coming to my country and seeing all the beautiful sights
As usual... U did a great job, Drew! Nice personal docu U shot🙏🏼 It's so important not to jugde basicly everything in life on a first impression. So good and heartwarming from U to go back to the countries U had a bad rep with. Especially for the genuine beautiful people living there. I'm from the Netherlands, and cosidder myself in the catagory C people for Guyana. But I'm biased because I've been to Surinam before (former Dutch colony), and as U know it's a neighbour country. But U did you're vlog so well, I see myself definitly go to Guyana one holiday. Bless the beautiful, warm people over there👊🏼❤
I need more videos of Guyana.. its nice to watch them.
Can we all appreciate the fact that DREW never disappointed us with his content. 🤗🥰🤚
Glad you revisit and enjoy your stay. Be sure to visit during a festive time.
these people are genuinely happy god bless them.
The whole country calling you out for your last video 😂❤
Glad that you're giving Guyana a 2nd chance. I just found out today on 23andme that I have Guyanese ancestry. 🥰 Never been there, but maybe one day I'll have the chance to travel there!
Guyana is so beautiful and the people are super nice. By the way, good work on making the video. 👏👍. May you be blessed abundantly.
I remember a Guyanese lady that attended medical school with me in Lagos Nigeria. That was in the 70s. Very friendly lady
Lovely and heart touching adventure. Love the natural environment.
the authenticity and how genuine these videos are you can feel through the screen. great work bro
Uncle Brian is soo cool. They are so friendly out there
Super friendly!
its really cool seeing you go back to countries to get new impressions!
I love these people. Their smile is contagious
The Drew Apology Tour. I like it. Maybe you could do an episode where you bring a guy from Brunei and another from Guyana to come to Phoenix and roast the city. It'd square things up and would be a heck of a laugh.
Finally you did a little more justice to Guyana ❤🇬🇾
I've always wondered what Guyana was like, thank you for making such a wonderful video showcasing this interesting country!
Thanks for going back to my mom's country ❤❤. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Fun fact: Guyana just recently received a rapid economic boost which makes them one of the if not the fastest growing country in the entire world. Unfortunately, the country still deals with corruption, but let's hope it could get better with the increased amount of GDP per capita they just received last year.
I live in Australia and I have never heard of Guyana before this great video. All of your videos are amazing and entertaining Drew. Please keep it up❤
Thank you so much!
You should visit our beautiful Country Guyana ..it's the only English speaking country in South America .
@@seetasahadeo223 yes I would love that one day. Thank you.
@@leachville3001 If you follow cricket you must have heard of cricketers from Guyana..Google Clive Lloyd..Alvin Kallicharran..Carl Hooper who lives in Adelaide South Austrailia since late 1990's..You can Google list of Guyanese cricketers..Check out: "Its our life-ard"..lots of great videos on Guyana
Awesome Drew!
Well done
Drew thanks for this video show casting my beautiful country 🇬🇾. I'm not sure what happened the first time you visited GT but you are the first RUclipsr I came across who had a bad experience. I can assure you Guyana is not dangerous much less boring. Nevertheless, everyone's experience is different. I'm happy your experience this time is much different ❤️❤️
I used to live near Lethem and it's Amazing. Messaged some of my friends from there and it's amazing how they knew your face straight away, it must have been circulating. Your section on the Rupununi really captured the vibe, love it. Although... nobody go to Guyana please, I want it to remain a hidden gem!
So happy !!!!
Looks like Guyana and the people of Guyana Are soo cool. No offense but when they speak the Creole English its like music to my ear. Its like they are saying a Poem in a Rap. Such a cool people..
So happy u came back to visit our beautiful country
I’m glad he cleared up his doubts and re-experienced Guyana to see it’s real beauty. Respect! 👍🏻
8:43 In my Country South Africa that's what we call that kind of fish SNOEK.I'm just surprised that's they also call it snoek in their country.
So interesting!! From what I see the country more specifically Georgetown has more of a Caribbean feel rather than South American. Of course not trying to generalize the whole country. So cool, definitely underrated South American country! Will definitely visit!!
That’s true. We consider ourselves more Caribbean than South American. You’re welcome anytime to visit
I am traveling the world without actually traveling with your videos drew !! Another amazing video ✈️🤌🏼
Very happy that you came back! Guyana is an amazing country. You got an excellent guide there in Jonathan! He's the best.
Love your videos so such. I’ve watched every single one. Thank you for your amazing content!!
Really appreciate you! ANd i mean it!
@@drewbinsky Thank you so much for this bro you don’t know how much I appreciate your content, my family let me choose a country to visit and I choose Türkiye because you recommended it on your videos and it was amazing!
It’s trippy to see Amazonian tribe speaking English . Very cool!
The Smile of the Children gives me joy in every video
Glad that you came again Drew, do come again for a longer time so you can experience more and rest better. Not to mention, taste more of our wonderful cuisine 🤗
Drew just a small correction , the northern border of Guyana is not the Caribbean Sea , it is the Atlantic Ocean . Guyana is not in the Caribbean , it’s on the continent of South America ( the coast of ). Guyana is considered a part of the West Indies/Caribbean because of its colonial past and connection with Great Britain , also the cultural similarities of the islands.
I guess the saying that Americans can't point a country on the map. Still Drew is as smooth as Mountain Dew
@@banksofbarcelona3893not sure why the insult was needed. Hes human, he makes mistakes.
@@smolpotayto369correcting geography isn’t an insult and it’s something (accuracy) drew takes seriously in his work so I’m sure he’s not insulted.
@@1004LP They were replying to the first reply under the correction where someone said "Drew is as smooth as Mountain Dew", which from my understanding (english isn't my native language so correct me if I'm wrong) means he's stupid.
It is literally part of Caricom (Caribbean community)
I'd heard of Guyana but didn't know where it was.. if I'd have to guess, I would have guessed Africa but I think that would have just been because of a similarity to 'Ghana'.. 🤷 I loved this video, Guyana looks so beautiful, the people, the food, everything looks good.. I'd love to visit one day! ❤
We have alot of African slaves descendants here
Thank goodness! Love your content!!
Omg that fish looks so fresh and delicious! Drew you’re so lucky!
Another Awesome Adventure Drew Binsky the Reason I Remember the county of Guyana being mentioned is from Hearing about the Jones Town Cult Massacre in the News back in November 18, 1978 other than i the knew nothing about Guyana 🙂 Watching from New Brunswick Canada🙂
It’s way more than a massacre 🙏🏼
I lived in Guyana in the late 80's and made several shorter trips there. I found it to be a simple, vibrant life with happy people, despite the almost daily blackouts. I'm sorry you had such a bad experience there in 2016 and that you gave yourself another chance to experience it. For more Jewish population, try going next door to Suriname, which has a long Jewish history and a community that is still there. FYI, when I tell people I used to live in Guyana, they say "Ghana?" Then I have to explain that it is in South America. More people were familiar with the older term "British Guiana."
Wow thanks for sharing. Such a beautiful nation ❤
Respect to you for making a documentary about a country that is less known by many peopke twice👏👏👏.
This is a well appreciated video!
9:16 "Guyanese Watch Skunt" LOOOOOOL
Drew does the best at traveling content! Keep doing your thing Drew! We love you.
You are so kind - thank you!
seeing these beautiful people and breath taking country, makes me wanting to move,,away from the country I once knew,,,,to a way of life that appears so much more loving and peaceful. Thank you for sharing your adventure, love to all
The thing that is most important for me is that when someone visit a country and show me that country, I kinda want to visit and experience that place.
The people who were at the Airport when you arrived where all fans of your channel.😃💪.
Btw love your videos😄