I am an India but so impressed with hospitality of Pakistan and their English with confidence.lot of love from India I live in South Africa I have very good relationship with Pakistan brothers
it's a colonial hangover because of the 200 years of the British Empire, they see white people as superior its called the " gora complex" this is why they go out of their ways, free rides, free food etc... they are not so nice to local Pakistani tourists, they don't get picked up for free and given free food... and if anyone tells you any different they are lying, everyone should be treated equally regardless of colour or ethnicity, but in Pakistan they lighter skinned you are the more you get for free, especially the English and Europeans .. sad really..
Unbeliavable really. What amazes me that these locals are able to communicate in English so well with you guys. Pakistan is incredible. I wish you guys well and a wonderful trip Alan & Shanon.
Hi! I hope you’re having a great time in Pakistan. The last time I saw your video, you guys had lost your credit card and cash, but I’m glad to see you’re Still enjoying your trip. I live in Islamabad, and you’re always welcome here. Just a heads-up-try to check the weather daily. It can be tough to travel on rainy days, and it can be dangerous near water. Have a great day and enjoy your stay in Pakistan!
@@Alan_and_Shannon Glad to hear that! Have you already visited Islamabad? I thought you were still in northern Pakistan. It’s such a shame-I really wanted to host you guys. Just so you know, the rainfall in Islamabad doesn’t make much of a difference since the city is well-developed. However, the rainy season can be quite dangerous in northern Pakistan and other areas, so do stay safe while traveling.
THAT WAS FANTASTIC. I THIUGHT THESE WERE OLD VIDEOS. BUT I GUESS YOU ARE THERE NOW AND VIDEOING EACH DAY. SO EXCITING IS YOUR ADVENTURES. SENDING BLRSSINGS FROM FLORIDA.
@@sahibzadaibrahim1734 I can only dream. I would love to see Pakistan. The people are so kind. And the land is so beautiful. Thank you and God Bless you.
@@margaretabendroth8658 Why just dream? You can now get an e-visa online within 24 hours from the comfort of your home and then just book your ticket. It's easy. Btw, I used to live in Missouri but now, I am living here in Pakistan :))
I wish you have great experience visting Pakistan... Breaking barriers of stereotypes and propagandas isn't easy.. But hats off to you guys... Again welcome to beautiful land of multiple diverse cultures of Pakistan...
I remembered the bus journey I took during my travel back in 1960 through those mountain roads. It was much worse condition and hazardous that what you had experienced! I cant remember it was as hot as you complaint, and it was in July and August when I was there! Good luck.
Oh my goodness that road was terrifying and river was wild people r so kind i really dont no how u cope with the heat esp climbing up to the fort ( which i honestly thought was closed) which is beautiful with some view! Cant believe how many countries uv had ur haircut in - cant wait for next video xx
26:20 that crane is used to remove the cars who are in no parking area. If the owner doesn't come soon then the car is removed and the owner has to pay the fine 😊
Good to see you exploring the beautiful place, Gilgit-Baltistan, Hunza and Skardu, Now gradually you will see the difference between North part of pakistan and south part of pakistan, the place, behavior of people, culture and so many things 🙂hope you will enjoy the journey in Pakistan.
Welcome to Pakistan Alan and Shannon. Really enjoying your vlogs and looking forward to your trip to Islamabad and Punjab. BTW my favorite flavor is also Salt and Vinegar which a lot of people don't like and I think the old packing was better the Green one, this one tastes different,
Great to see you in Pakistan ❤, and really appreciate your lovely comments about our country, I wish you enjoyed every moment here ,love you beautiful couple ❤
You should have come Pakistan in October because it is very hot during the months of June , July, August and September. In October it changes and become moderate not much hot not much cooler...it is spring like in October.... have a nice journey 🎉🎉🎉
Nice Video. The road condition reminds me when I travel to college and later for business in the 80s in China. Since the late 80s China began to build the concrete national road network, and in the 90s began the freeway network. It is not easy to see this road condition in now in most of the areas.
I was going to say the transportation looks like its from the early - mid 90s in China - same packed mini buses with no AC. But the people seem to be very warm and friendly, and the food looks tasty as well. Might have to check Pakistan out in the future.
This is Azaad Kashmir most loving and happy Pakistani people.. its peaceful here.. We were lucky that we got freedom with Pakistan, hope our brothers in indian Occyped territory also get freedom soon.. 🤲
@@AbhishekKumar-zc4pw Your ICJ certified Indian T exrrst "Kul!bhushan Yadaav is rottin in our ¿jail ! Donot worry we are capable of saving our country from your T xrrxts !
@@AbhishekKumar-zc4pw Your ICJ Certified Indien T xxrxst Kul!bhuushan Yadawv is rottin in our pris@n.. We are capable of protection our country from your T sts..
@@AbhishekKumar-zc4pw Your ICJ Certified , Indien "T xexrst "Kulbhoshan Yadaw" is rottin in our pris@n.. We are capable of protection our country from your T 's .
@@AbhishekKumar-zc4pw Your ICJ Certified , 1ndian "T xx rest Kul'bhoshan Yadaw" is rottin in our pris@n.. We are capable of protection our country from your T 's .
@Alan & Shannon do visit new Mirpur and Kotli in Azad Kashmir. Lots of british/scottish pakistanis there and you can feel at home. Loving the vlogs and enjoy your stay! ❤
Guys when you travel in these small vans you can actually purchase three seats instead of two so you two can share a seat for three, which is much more comfortable. Its slightly pricey but if you feel like you can afford it, its a good way to travel. Depending on the number of people waiting for the bus the driver may sometimes refuse it but usually most of the time no one objects. Just something to consider when you go on a long journey.
Dont mention... This is our poor country but full of richness from heart and soul. They are visitor and guest on our motherland. I have worked there in neurosurgery in Ninewells hospital dundee and Edinburgh General hospital. Currently working in riyadh saudi arabia. I am observing the generosity of indiginous people of Pakistan with visitors and guests. Whatever Pakistani people giving concession and discounts gives impression of rich people in hospitality
Watching from Srinagar Kashmir and lots of respect and love for Pakistani people,and we will be happy to host if you ever visit this side of kashmir,have a great journey both of you!❤❤
@@IronMan-nu3rb Apki ane wali nasle 100 saal tak dua karte reh jayegi lekin kuch nahi hoga bas ap log katora leke bheek mangte rahenge khud ka desh chalane ke liye aur Kashmir Pak se bhi zyada tarakki kar lega
A restaurant owner, as a kind gesture, offered you a free meal because you were his guest. But that doesn't mean you should simply say thanks and walk away. You should have insisted on paying, perhaps even offering more than usual to acknowledge his generosity. It's a bit odd that you've been enjoying stays in five-star hotels in Bangladesh and China, yet you're accepting a free meal from a hardworking man running a small restaurant in a remote city of Pakistan. Show some compassion and courtesy; you can afford it. Rest all of your blogs are full of fun and entertainment .... keep touring.
I think people of pakistan are very kind and caring about guests and they’re not worried about such things like not paying for such meals in any part of the country,so let them enjoy here,we are Pakistani,we are known for our hospitality and services,hope not mind baig sab.
Why not? I know our society does this show sha (or sometimes the are genuine) of generosity to foreigners then why blame them when they take it at face value? I have been living in Germany for the past 15 years and I rather like their straight to the face honesty than the fake generosity bullshit we have. Sure they treat these white foreigners with generosity but Pak Christians in Karachi are usually used for cleaning gutters and no one shares a utensil with them. Also whatever the restaurant owner had in his heart it was between him and his God, not for you to decide what people should do in response. Typical holier than thou Desi reaction and the corresponding replies confirm that. Fittay Munh.
When ever you travel in local try to take on front seat.... Because front seat they have more space then back seats... I hope you will enjoy more visits in other cities as well keep enjoy have a good Journey to our Beloved Country ❤️
The kind people of Pakistan is growing on me. I really feel for you two having to endure that exhausting heat in the bus ride. The heat is pure torture. Bad toilet is a travel killer. That river is a killer. There should be railing alongside the river when it is that treacherous. Sunburn is a cause of skin cancer. Being fair skin, you are very prone to sunburn. If you are cutting hair skin-short, you need to wear sunblock and/or a cap/hat to protect those areas. In tropical zones, the sun is more direct and thus very intense and can easily burn fair skins. The problem with melanoma is that that takes years to develop, so people underestimate the damage due to sunburn until it is too late.
See this is how we freely live in Pakistan Azaad Kashmir.. we are independent and living peacefully and proud Pakistani.. if you go to the Indiean ill3gally 0ccuyped kashsmier, you will see 1 Lac indian Army controlling every inch of it.. people are being unalived on daily basis, houses burnved, woman gr@ped.. ftom a 7yr old to a 70yr old.. its in UNHCR report you can read it..since 77years.. Read the UN charter and Unlimited UNHCR Resolutions on that region.. May God help them and Free IOK soon ..
Great adventure. If you are still in Pakistan specially gilgit baltistan you should prefer hitchhiking on these private cars for local travel. Some of them would charge you minimal amount.
Here’s a simple tip: If you can afford buy whole seat 3-4 person instead of 2 You will pay a bit extra but it will be more comfy as no one will be sitting beside you and you will be having enough room on the whole seat. Secondly pay for whatever you eat or drink even if the owner refuses. I don’t wanna mention the reason here but just do it. I am sure it won’t hurt you.
I am an India but so impressed with hospitality of Pakistan and their English with confidence.lot of love from India
I live in South Africa I have very good relationship with Pakistan brothers
yes this is good but all fun and a game till we play crick, and then everything changes
Love you too bro , ❤️❤️❤️ love from Pakistan
The people of Pakistan are very nice👍
it's a colonial hangover because of the 200 years of the British Empire, they see white people as superior its called the " gora complex" this is why they go out of their ways, free rides, free food etc... they are not so nice to local Pakistani tourists, they don't get picked up for free and given free food... and if anyone tells you any different they are lying, everyone should be treated equally regardless of colour or ethnicity, but in Pakistan they lighter skinned you are the more you get for free, especially the English and Europeans .. sad really..
So so kind
@@Alan_and_Shannon Guys, be careful with the food. Street food in Pakistan is not hygienic.
Unbeliavable really. What amazes me that these locals are able to communicate in English so well with you guys. Pakistan is incredible. I wish you guys well and a wonderful trip Alan & Shanon.
Pakistani hospitality is amazing ❤🇵🇰
Yes you can see that in uk😂😂very friendly
Hi! I hope you’re having a great time in Pakistan. The last time I saw your video, you guys had lost your credit card and cash, but I’m glad to see you’re Still enjoying your trip. I live in Islamabad, and you’re always welcome here. Just a heads-up-try to check the weather daily. It can be tough to travel on rainy days, and it can be dangerous near water. Have a great day and enjoy your stay in Pakistan!
Yeah we are all sorted with cash and Sim cards now. We have experienced some of the heavy rainfall when we were in Islamabad, it was crazy
@@Alan_and_Shannon nice to see you again have you visit the Rush lake only one in world
@@Alan_and_Shannon Glad to hear that! Have you already visited Islamabad? I thought you were still in northern Pakistan. It’s such a shame-I really wanted to host you guys. Just so you know, the rainfall in Islamabad doesn’t make much of a difference since the city is well-developed. However, the rainy season can be quite dangerous in northern Pakistan and other areas, so do stay safe while traveling.
This video is so amazing. 40 mins felt like nothing
Thank you for your videos! Pakistan looks so Amazing and the people are so Kind!!
We are loving our time here, everyone has been so amazing!!
Lot of respect for Hotel Guy Karim who arranged free health lunch and those two truck guys who served you with cold drinks etc 😊
New favorite travel vloggers. And I have seen many. I see this Chanel growing fast soon. I think it's your choice of places that sets you apart.
Thank you so much💙
Lots of love from Pakistan 🇵🇰
MashaALLAH Pakistan🇵🇰 zindabad🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰 Pakistani 🇵🇰 pahindabad🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰🇵🇰
Great..Good to see you and keep updating us about the experience 🙂
THAT WAS FANTASTIC. I THIUGHT THESE WERE OLD VIDEOS. BUT I GUESS YOU ARE THERE NOW AND VIDEOING EACH DAY. SO EXCITING IS YOUR ADVENTURES. SENDING BLRSSINGS FROM FLORIDA.
You are also welcome here In Pakistan , make a plan to visit Pakistan bro
@@sahibzadaibrahim1734 I can only dream. I would love to see Pakistan. The people are so kind. And the land is so beautiful. Thank you and God Bless you.
@@margaretabendroth8658 hey come let's make the dream real , don't worry I will welcome you here
@@margaretabendroth8658 Why just dream? You can now get an e-visa online within 24 hours from the comfort of your home and then just book your ticket. It's easy. Btw, I used to live in Missouri but now, I am living here in Pakistan :))
Hospitality wow...
Insane isn't it!
I wish you have great experience visting Pakistan...
Breaking barriers of stereotypes and propagandas isn't easy..
But hats off to you guys... Again welcome to beautiful land of multiple diverse cultures of Pakistan...
Yes , and so beautiful peple
I remembered the bus journey I took during my travel back in 1960 through those mountain roads. It was much worse condition and hazardous that what you had experienced! I cant remember it was as hot as you complaint, and it was in July and August when I was there! Good luck.
I can imagine the roads being a lot worse back then, such an adventure to get to drive through these mountainous roads
Oh great journey enjoy
Oh my goodness that road was terrifying and river was wild people r so kind i really dont no how u cope with the heat esp climbing up to the fort ( which i honestly thought was closed) which is beautiful with some view! Cant believe how many countries uv had ur haircut in - cant wait for next video xx
i love your traveling vlog to much please please visit karachi
You guys are strong. Even we Indians cannot imagine travelling like this. Hats off to you guys.
Big Fan..love ur Vlogs..Love from pakistan
Wow it's rare to get a look into Pakistan from a traveler's perspective. Great video!
Loving it
General people are so nice in this part of the World
26:20 that crane is used to remove the cars who are in no parking area. If the owner doesn't come soon then the car is removed and the owner has to pay the fine 😊
Well done man clarifications, as you are more concerned about the perception about our beloved homeland.
the scenery is AWESOME...
Incredible isn’t it❤️
@@Alan_and_Shannon I am in awe by the two of you. Your adventurous spirit is simply amazing. Keep it up..!!!
Honestly you guys are nailing with North Pakistan vlogs! Not missing any since.
Safe travels. Wish I could have host you too!
Wow thank you!
Good to see you exploring the beautiful place, Gilgit-Baltistan, Hunza and Skardu,
Now gradually you will see the difference between North part of pakistan and south part of pakistan, the place, behavior of people, culture and so many things 🙂hope you will enjoy the journey in Pakistan.
We are loving it so far!
@@Alan_and_Shannon enjoy your time 😊
winters are more bearable than summers although winters can be depressing for the mood. best season is spring.
I really like ❤your simplicity and humbleness maybe sometime things would be difficult but i am sure this would be memorable journey ❤❤❤
Welcome to Pakistan Alan and Shannon. Really enjoying your vlogs and looking forward to your trip to Islamabad and Punjab. BTW my favorite flavor is also Salt and Vinegar which a lot of people don't like and I think the old packing was better the Green one, this one tastes different,
Thanks for sharing us
your trip to Pakistan, now l learn that Pakistani are good and hospitable people.
Thanks for your kind words ❤
❤waiting for another great video
Great to see you in Pakistan ❤, and really appreciate your lovely comments about our country, I wish you enjoyed every moment here ,love you beautiful couple ❤
Much love from Sialkot, Punjab Pakistan🇵🇰❤
Following you from 🇰🇪 east africa. Very interesting
love from pakistan , rawalpindi🥰
Hats, hats...must wear safari type hats especially when walking outside. Yeeow... 😮! ..🤠
Purchased one now 🫡
Very beautiful vlog and beautiful Pakistan 🇵🇰
You both of guys are so lovely lots of love from Karachi and wish to meet with you
Lots love from Pakistan i hope u enjoy in Pakistan
Beautiful mountains in Pakistan 🇬🇧
Great keep it up🎉
Happy to see you guys 😍
You should have come Pakistan in October because it is very hot during the months of June , July, August and September. In October it changes and become moderate not much hot not much cooler...it is spring like in October.... have a nice journey 🎉🎉🎉
Hope to visit around this time next year
Wonderful all vlogs
Welcome to Pakistan.the land of hospitality.You both are very nice human beings. be safe and enjoy your journey.❤
Nice Video. The road condition reminds me when I travel to college and later for business in the 80s in China. Since the late 80s China began to build the concrete national road network, and in the 90s began the freeway network. It is not easy to see this road condition in now in most of the areas.
I was going to say the transportation looks like its from the early - mid 90s in China - same packed mini buses with no AC. But the people seem to be very warm and friendly, and the food looks tasty as well. Might have to check Pakistan out in the future.
Please Visit Multan (a historical city) of Pakistan 🇵🇰 as well. I would love to host you guys with my family.
Great to see u guys 😊😊
Welcome to Skardu my Hometown Alan and Shannon ❤❤
This is Azaad Kashmir most loving and happy Pakistani people.. its peaceful here..
We were lucky that we got freedom with Pakistan, hope our brothers in indian Occyped territory also get freedom soon.. 🤲
Pahle apna desh bacha le.baad me Kashmir ki baat karna
@@AbhishekKumar-zc4pw Your ICJ certified Indian T exrrst "Kul!bhushan Yadaav is rottin in our ¿jail ! Donot worry we are capable of saving our country from your T xrrxts !
@@AbhishekKumar-zc4pw Your ICJ Certified Indien T xxrxst Kul!bhuushan Yadawv is rottin in our pris@n..
We are capable of protection our country from your T sts..
@@AbhishekKumar-zc4pw Your ICJ Certified , Indien "T xexrst "Kulbhoshan Yadaw" is rottin in our pris@n..
We are capable of protection our country from your T 's .
@@AbhishekKumar-zc4pw Your ICJ Certified , 1ndian "T xx rest Kul'bhoshan Yadaw" is rottin in our pris@n..
We are capable of protection our country from your T 's .
Love your videos guys. Welcome to visit my country Kenya in Africa. 🇰🇪
Wow we love to visit Kenya
Love from pakistan❤❤❤❤❤❤
Welcome to Pakistan.. ❤
@Alan & Shannon do visit new Mirpur and Kotli in Azad Kashmir. Lots of british/scottish pakistanis there and you can feel at home. Loving the vlogs and enjoy your stay! ❤
The truck drivers… ❤ you yourself must be nice people that you are meeting nice people ❤
Incredibly brave couple
🇵🇰 🤝 🏴
Amazing journey.... From malaysia
wellcome to sakardu alan and shannon
Lovely❤
🇵🇰 🤗 🏴
🌹 Beautiful Pakistan.
🌹 Very enjoyable 👍
Beautiful Adorable country ❤️
Skardu my City ❤
Loving your videos. If u plan to visit Karachi don’t forget to visit Azad Bun Kabab at Burns Road, Saddar. You will love it. 👍🏼
Nice 👌 video
Guys when you travel in these small vans you can actually purchase three seats instead of two so you two can share a seat for three, which is much more comfortable.
Its slightly pricey but if you feel like you can afford it, its a good way to travel. Depending on the number of people waiting for the bus the driver may sometimes refuse it but usually most of the time no one objects. Just something to consider when you go on a long journey.
That’s something to remember for the next time but I guess it’s all part of the experience 😅
The raging water flow is absolutely scary 😮
Extremely intimidating even from afar 😦
Glaswegian comrades in gigantic mountains of Pakistan . Ayee!
Dont mention...
This is our poor country but full of richness from heart and soul.
They are visitor and guest on our motherland.
I have worked there in neurosurgery in Ninewells hospital dundee and Edinburgh General hospital.
Currently working in riyadh saudi arabia.
I am observing the generosity of indiginous people of Pakistan with visitors and guests.
Whatever Pakistani people giving concession and discounts gives impression of rich people in hospitality
Watching from Srinagar Kashmir and lots of respect and love for Pakistani people,and we will be happy to host if you ever visit this side of kashmir,have a great journey both of you!❤❤
Dua kariye ke IOK free ho jaye aur Kashmir ek ho jaye. Fir aap bhi Pakistan ghum sakenge aur hum Kashmir🙂
@@IronMan-nu3rb Apki ane wali nasle 100 saal tak dua karte reh jayegi lekin kuch nahi hoga bas ap log katora leke bheek mangte rahenge khud ka desh chalane ke liye aur Kashmir Pak se bhi zyada tarakki kar lega
Pakistan zindabad
Nice ❤
Skardu is known as the city of lakes. Hope you saw all the pretty lakes there ❤
Welcome to Pakistan, hope you will have good time
you should definitely go to green mountain areas like Naran Kaghan through chillas. the weather would be amazing there
Awesome ❤❤❤
Have a safe travel
Love the editing
Love to meet you guys some time in Glasgow because I always come to see my daughter there
it's amazing they understand you accent
A restaurant owner, as a kind gesture, offered you a free meal because you were his guest. But that doesn't mean you should simply say thanks and walk away. You should have insisted on paying, perhaps even offering more than usual to acknowledge his generosity. It's a bit odd that you've been enjoying stays in five-star hotels in Bangladesh and China, yet you're accepting a free meal from a hardworking man running a small restaurant in a remote city of Pakistan. Show some compassion and courtesy; you can afford it. Rest all of your blogs are full of fun and entertainment .... keep touring.
totally agree
Totally agree
I think people of pakistan are very kind and caring about guests and they’re not worried about such things like not paying for such meals in any part of the country,so let them enjoy here,we are Pakistani,we are known for our hospitality and services,hope not mind baig sab.
Why not? I know our society does this show sha (or sometimes the are genuine) of generosity to foreigners then why blame them when they take it at face value? I have been living in Germany for the past 15 years and I rather like their straight to the face honesty than the fake generosity bullshit we have. Sure they treat these white foreigners with generosity but Pak Christians in Karachi are usually used for cleaning gutters and no one shares a utensil with them.
Also whatever the restaurant owner had in his heart it was between him and his God, not for you to decide what people should do in response. Typical holier than thou Desi reaction and the corresponding replies confirm that. Fittay Munh.
I mean at least they went and bought those van workers cold drinks and snacks again after being treated to snacks and drinks
When ever you travel in local try to take on front seat....
Because front seat they have more space then back seats...
I hope you will enjoy more visits in other cities as well keep enjoy have a good Journey to our Beloved Country ❤️
I hope you are having a great time in Pakistan!
❤❤❤u alan and...mem bro from India....dr jarnail
Hint: Next time buy 4 seats for two person, you can have whole row for yourself. Or Try to travel on bigger vans/buses.
Love 💕 from Lahore Pakistan 🇵🇰
i wish u ❤❤u are enjoy the season the food of pak❤❤
The food is insane😍
Enjoy
Shangrilla lake and upper kachura lake must visit places in skardu. Also shigar fort and khaplu fort
The kind people of Pakistan is growing on me. I really feel for you two having to endure that exhausting heat in the bus ride. The heat is pure torture. Bad toilet is a travel killer. That river is a killer. There should be railing alongside the river when it is that treacherous. Sunburn is a cause of skin cancer. Being fair skin, you are very prone to sunburn. If you are cutting hair skin-short, you need to wear sunblock and/or a cap/hat to protect those areas. In tropical zones, the sun is more direct and thus very intense and can easily burn fair skins. The problem with melanoma is that that takes years to develop, so people underestimate the damage due to sunburn until it is too late.
Sunblock is full of chemicals that also cause cancer. I'd rather take my chances with the sun.
Hey guys welcome to Pakistan just make sure don't take anything to eat or drink from strange people thanks lots love from Pakistan and Lahore
Interesting perspective.
A+ for all the hard work Allen 😅
Happy jurney dear
How we nice and kind are and unfortunately we stuck in corrupt and cruel politicians and corrupt generals 💔💔💔💔
Love you my Restaurant owner brother ❤❤
See this is how we freely live in Pakistan Azaad Kashmir.. we are independent and living peacefully and proud Pakistani.. if you go to the Indiean ill3gally 0ccuyped kashsmier, you will see 1 Lac indian Army controlling every inch of it.. people are being unalived on daily basis, houses burnved, woman gr@ped.. ftom a 7yr old to a 70yr old.. its in UNHCR report you can read it..since 77years..
Read the UN charter and Unlimited UNHCR Resolutions on that region..
May God help them and Free IOK soon ..
Total 10 lac security personnel deployed in IOK to control it
@junaids3046 And they say it is not occupyed 😂 what else is the definition of occypuation 😂
Welcome to my beautiful Pakistan dear❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ U must visit. My cool Karachi ❤❤❤❤❤❤
Love❤
Great adventure. If you are still in Pakistan specially gilgit baltistan you should prefer hitchhiking on these private cars for local travel. Some of them would charge you minimal amount.
Here’s a simple tip:
If you can afford buy whole seat 3-4 person instead of 2
You will pay a bit extra but it will be more comfy as no one will be sitting beside you and you will be having enough room on the whole seat.
Secondly pay for whatever you eat or drink even if the owner refuses. I don’t wanna mention the reason here but just do it. I am sure it won’t hurt you.