6 reasons Big City USA Should actually be LOVED by foreigners!

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  • @robertofernandez7773
    @robertofernandez7773 8 месяцев назад +593

    I'm European and now I live in big city USA. Miami in particular. Living in the USA is a dream come true. There is always bad comments in other countries about the US. But there is truly no place like the US. The diversity, the variety, the convenience, the ability to make it big. Like anywhere in the world there are issues, but Living here gives you the ability to basically experience the whole world in one place. The culture, the museums, the food, the nature, the variety in climate. Gosh I love it so much over here!!! I'm very happy to see that you enjoyed your visit. Small town usa will be super cool too. If you thought new york was nice wait until you see Small town america. You will think people is part of your family. God bless you and your family. BTW, you were two blocks of my house when you were hitting those palm trees with you head on Lincoln rd on your Miami Beach bus tour.

    • @blackblake3658
      @blackblake3658 8 месяцев назад +68

      I'm happy to read someone who values diversity. And I'm not just talking racial. There is economic, social, and culinary diversity. That's what I love about big cities.

    • @grantwlms
      @grantwlms 8 месяцев назад +9

      Ah Miami, I plan on moving there this year. So excited

    • @robertofernandez7773
      @robertofernandez7773 8 месяцев назад +8

      @grantwlms I think you will love it here. Its kind of hectic and expensive, but worth it. I hope you can join us here pretty soon.

    • @TheBirdierouge
      @TheBirdierouge 8 месяцев назад +38

      I completely agree with you… i am also an American immigrant. I’ve been here for 25+ years and nowhere compares. We are free to roam and have access to essentially 50 countries in one. After all this time here i still feel grateful and lucky to be here.

    • @grantwlms
      @grantwlms 8 месяцев назад +6

      @@robertofernandez7773 the hecticness of it is part of why I’m drawn to it. Thank you I hope so too

  • @TexanSupremacy
    @TexanSupremacy 8 месяцев назад +474

    Probably the first time I’ve heard foreigners actually compliment our public transportation. 😂

    • @babbaganush9659
      @babbaganush9659 8 месяцев назад +18

      Same lol

    • @jdanon203
      @jdanon203 8 месяцев назад +17

      Yeah even NYC that has the best in the country is still a far cry from most of Europe.

    • @babbaganush9659
      @babbaganush9659 8 месяцев назад +23

      I’ve been to most of Europe. NYC’s transit system is elite. The bigger cities in Europe have decent ones. But many cities - like in Italy - have virtually no public transportation

    • @yournewzealandfamily
      @yournewzealandfamily  8 месяцев назад +76

      We have to agree, the UK and Switzerland were the only 2 places with very well run public transportation, Germany, Holland and Italy were horrendous. Late, cancelled or delayed was the running theme in those places. US was far better run overall

    • @AnnieDC304
      @AnnieDC304 8 месяцев назад

      Buses seem to rule in Italy?@@babbaganush9659

  • @bacbladerunner
    @bacbladerunner 8 месяцев назад +570

    My USA is certainly not perfect, but I am so proud that we treated you well and you had such a great time. Cheers!

    • @tiffanytupper8983
      @tiffanytupper8983 8 месяцев назад +3

      Well put!😊🧡💜🧡

    • @timisme8360
      @timisme8360 8 месяцев назад +8

      Well said! We're not perfect but we're trying!

    • @flyonawall6521
      @flyonawall6521 8 месяцев назад +4

      I really had the same feeling. I'm glad that they enjoyed themselves, but most of all I'm so glad they were treated so well. 👍

    • @victorgurule3711
      @victorgurule3711 7 месяцев назад +1

      Well said…we do have our issues, but so glad you enjoyed your trip to good o’l USA.

    • @gkiltz0
      @gkiltz0 5 месяцев назад

      New zealand has only about 4 million people which is less than the Washington DC and Baltimore metro areas combined That limits them they don't have the economies of scale that we have

  • @Dovieandi_Se_Tovya_Sagain
    @Dovieandi_Se_Tovya_Sagain 8 месяцев назад +153

    I'm a DoorDash driver. I love doing it. And I love it more when people like you appreciate it and need it. I often deliver to a disabled lady and seeing that I'm doing something that someone actually needs feels me with pride.

    • @jeffhampton2767
      @jeffhampton2767 8 месяцев назад +2

      I live in the United States and I never even heard of it😂

    • @Niteowlette
      @Niteowlette 8 месяцев назад +1

      😮 You must not live in a big city.

    • @marlabrannan8180
      @marlabrannan8180 8 месяцев назад +3

      *Their comments about Door Dash have me considering a switch from Uber Eats lol*

    • @rich_t
      @rich_t 8 месяцев назад

      Doordash sucks in my part of the country.

    • @rwilson7197
      @rwilson7197 8 месяцев назад +3

      I dont do Door Dash, but I use Walmart delivery & I really appreciate the delivery people & I always tip!

  • @michaeloliver1039
    @michaeloliver1039 8 месяцев назад +180

    The U.S, only needs one thing that I can think of ... more New Zealanders visiting. Love you guys.

  • @tbergstrom4599
    @tbergstrom4599 8 месяцев назад +192

    You're entire family is so pleasant and polite. I'm very happy to know you all had a good experience and that people treated you with the kindness you deserved.

  • @kevcolli6678
    @kevcolli6678 7 месяцев назад +5

    You guys are the absolute best. Just so classy, so considerate, it’s genuinely inspiring. You guys deserve all the success you’re having and much much more. I’m a big fan.

  • @rainshadow88
    @rainshadow88 8 месяцев назад +129

    This made me feel better to hear this instead of the negative things that are online... mostly from people who've never been here. Thank you!

    • @jeffhampton2767
      @jeffhampton2767 8 месяцев назад

      A lot of the world is very jealous of the United States that's why they continuously call us fat and dumb

  • @bazzer124
    @bazzer124 8 месяцев назад +89

    It gives me a sense of pride when visitors to the US find out how awesome it really is. You put things into a perspective we tend to take for granted. Cheers....

    • @GaryTongue-zn5di
      @GaryTongue-zn5di 7 месяцев назад

      Gay Pride?

    • @bazzer124
      @bazzer124 7 месяцев назад

      @@GaryTongue-zn5di Certainly not childish moronic pride, that's for sure. Cheers....

  • @peterbartholomew5282
    @peterbartholomew5282 8 месяцев назад +97

    I so wish disgruntled Americans would watch this and see how appreciative your wonderful family is of what America has.God Bless you all

    • @brianoneil6920
      @brianoneil6920 8 месяцев назад +6

      There's a reason why they're disgruntled. The family were only here for what maybe a month month and a half and not years

    • @LongieR8er
      @LongieR8er 8 месяцев назад +10

      Looking at you Republicans

    • @Beachgirl1
      @Beachgirl1 8 месяцев назад

      @@LongieR8er Looking at you, DEMONrats.

    • @peterbartholomew5282
      @peterbartholomew5282 8 месяцев назад

      @@LongieR8er I am a Republican so I certainly don't think Republicans are the only ones complaining in this country.Come on

    • @jtothac5364
      @jtothac5364 8 месяцев назад

      @@LongieR8erYou mean liberals. Y’all are the ones ruining everything

  • @a00141799
    @a00141799 8 месяцев назад +65

    So proud of you Sam. I started watching your channel when you were just doing reactions to American sports as the Kiwi Kicker. Now you and the whole family are like close friends. Can't even imagine the channel with each of you bringing your unique perspective and presence. And don't even get me started with how impressive Nadine is and what she brings to this channel. She is obviously very intelligent and savvy. Knowledgeable about so many things, articulate and so comfortable in front of the camera. What a great team. We love you guys too. ♥ Rich and Mila in Seattle. ♥

  • @magicalmomentsvlog
    @magicalmomentsvlog 8 месяцев назад +43

    When I first moved to America many decades ago, I would have this giddy feeling almost on a regular basis, which went away with time with life happening. Seeing this video brought some of that back as to how special this country is. Thank you!! ☺

  • @charapitoen577
    @charapitoen577 8 месяцев назад +7

    I loved your accents! I am an American by choice, I became an American citizen a few years ago and it was the proudest I've ever been so as a newer American welcome to this land blessed by God.

  • @musicsmith14
    @musicsmith14 8 месяцев назад +27

    As a big city guy myself this makes me so happy. Sometimes big cities get a bad reputation but a lot of good, exciting things go on with such large communities. Thanks for sharing your experiences.

    • @GaryTongue-zn5di
      @GaryTongue-zn5di 7 месяцев назад

      No! Such thing as community! They don't exist! They are a myth like the Sasquatch!

  • @jeni111569
    @jeni111569 8 месяцев назад +13

    You will definitely see how much more the small towns are not as hectic as they are in the big cities. Going in an RV will be so relaxing and just enjoying the woods and nature at a much slower pace and the small town people are just so kind and helpful and great food.

    • @unclejune2839
      @unclejune2839 7 месяцев назад

      I'm doing that rn. We only made it about 200 miles from home tho. We're broke down watching RUclips lol.

    • @GaryTongue-zn5di
      @GaryTongue-zn5di 7 месяцев назад

      @jeni111569
      .
      I live in Sac,ca. But have been to small towns and I disagree!!!

  • @InbredDinnerWolves
    @InbredDinnerWolves 8 месяцев назад +57

    Glad you enjoy our country so much, and realize you could make 100 trips and not see everything but thats whats so exciting...every trip will be a totally different experience......cant wait till your next trip.....

    • @GaryTongue-zn5di
      @GaryTongue-zn5di 7 месяцев назад

      Especially If they came here to Sacramento! They would hate it here! Just like the people that live here so!

  • @peterbischof8520
    @peterbischof8520 7 месяцев назад +12

    I was born and raised in Wellington, NZ. I moved to US in 1980 just outside of NYC. I can't imagine living anywhere else. People always ask why I would leave NZ and stay in the US. America and its people are fantastic. It's that simple.

  • @kevinfleming9919
    @kevinfleming9919 8 месяцев назад +14

    One trick I learned for riding the subway in places like NY is to not get on the cars at the front of the "train" or Metro. Everyone is in a rush to get on, get off, and rush for the stairs to leave and no one wants to be slowed down by others, so they all get on the cars at the front so they can be closer to the stairs to leave. Then everyone gets crowded together in the cars, and then jammed up trying to rush out when leaving and it causes a slowdown anyway. The cars at the end will have fewer people on them since they are further away from the exits and you get more room on the car, a slightly longer but more relaxing walk to the exits, and by the time you reach the stairs/exits the crowd has thinned out and moved on so you aren't "elbow to elbow" and pressed up against people trying to leave. But you sometimes don't want the very last car in the line because homeless people know those are the least used cars and sleep on them because they are almost unoccupied, so get the 2nd or 3rd from the end of the line of cars.

  • @Gov.audits
    @Gov.audits 8 месяцев назад +12

    I'm glad that you had the opportunity to share this experience with your children! I love hearing how impressed you were with everything. It's sad that so many Americans take the"simple" things that we enjoy in life for granted and don't realize how truly blessed we are to live in such a free society, some, even to the point of despising our freedoms. May your next visit bring you more joy, excitement, and blessings 🙌🏽

  • @TheLiteroCola
    @TheLiteroCola 8 месяцев назад +79

    Glad you all had a good time in the US! Please come back whenever -- thoroughly enjoyed watching your journey.

    • @butter2933
      @butter2933 8 месяцев назад +3

      They will be back this may!

  • @octaviusmorlock
    @octaviusmorlock 8 месяцев назад +6

    I truly wish more people saw the beauty of this land. It always give me a quiet joy to see people who love my country.
    God Bless America, land that I love. My Home Sweet Home.

  • @timisme8360
    @timisme8360 8 месяцев назад +22

    So many foreigners I've met are amazed that we even actually have public transportation because of the reputation we have of driving everywhere. And as far as sports, there is an amazing variety. Baseball, basketball, American football are just the tip of the iceberg. Soccer (or football) is really taking off in popularity here, finally. My oldest granddaughter graduates H.S. this year and has a mixed tennis/soccer/academic scholarship at her dream college. Her boyfriend has a lacrosse/academic scholarship at the same university. We have rugby, softball, swimming, gymnastics, track/field events. You can find pretty much any sport to compete in starting in school in most areas. For a nation that's supposed to be so overweight, we certainly do love our sports.

  • @tjsherwin4562
    @tjsherwin4562 8 месяцев назад +3

    You folks are good people and you can tell your great parents. I'm so glad you enjoyed you time here. Youre all a breath of fresh air in todays world.

  • @dillondank5662
    @dillondank5662 8 месяцев назад +21

    Been watching since kiwi kicker had about 5k subs. I always knew you'd make it man. You have a wonderful family. Plz cherish every moment and remember you're literally living some people's dreams

  • @Poohbear1369
    @Poohbear1369 8 месяцев назад +16

    I think as Americans, we get stuck in the everyday drum of life and focus on the things that go wrong day to day. We don't see how much worse it is elsewhere. Thank you for giving us a more positive perspective. I'm glad you loved it. I hope you make it to Indiana! Can't wait for more!❤

    • @GaryTongue-zn5di
      @GaryTongue-zn5di 7 месяцев назад

      Nah, literally every country is better than here!

  • @mabelbessey3434
    @mabelbessey3434 8 месяцев назад +8

    I am so proud of our country ❤️ You have to go to small towns next❤

  • @lindawhitehead8543
    @lindawhitehead8543 8 месяцев назад +40

    how very positive and uplifting. thanks. you will love small town America. I have a RV triip planned in Missouri, Arkansas in early May. Hitting a bit of Route 66.

  • @willrobinson4976
    @willrobinson4976 8 месяцев назад +22

    Thank you for sharing your experience, those are certainly some good things about America. Please come back again to all new places and try all new things.

  • @tallguytrucker7864
    @tallguytrucker7864 8 месяцев назад +23

    Awesome family. Great job filming your USA adventure. Can't wait for your next visit. There's so much more to see.

  • @jimsteffel
    @jimsteffel 8 месяцев назад +7

    Thanks for coming to Los Angeles! So happy you enjoyed your visit!

  • @Navyuncle
    @Navyuncle 8 месяцев назад +6

    You've convinced me. I'm going to have to visit the USA myself. Wait a minute, I live here right in the Great Midwest. My family and I have been to almost every state East of the Mississippi River. Our places to visit are off of the beaten path. Places like Eureka Springs Arkansas, Branson Missouri, Springfield Illinois , Pigeon Forge Tennessee etc.

  • @jesselenz5452
    @jesselenz5452 8 месяцев назад +24

    Thank you for reminding us how truly blessed we are to live in America. We get so used to it, and since many of us do not do much traveling we really don't have anything to compare it with, we simply think this is the norm. Worldwide we know that there are many different cultures but really don't know what to expect so when people come over here from other countries it is good to get their input.
    I'm glad you had a good time. I hope you have a great trip with your RV experience. If your itinerary is still open to adjustments I would definitely make sure you get in some national parks. Especially in the southwestern United States and in the Appalachian Mountains area.
    Of course, those are 2500 miles apart so I doubt you'll be able to get both sides of the country at once but either side you go to, definitely check out either of those areas. Southern Utah, Arizona, California, all have small town experience and have some of the best national parks to be found anywhere. For sheer beauty and scenic wonder I would also recommend the Oregon coast. Great place to travel and no large cities there at all.

  • @kk-adventures3364
    @kk-adventures3364 8 месяцев назад +29

    You all should come to DC and not only tour the museums and monuments but come to see the lively neighborhoods in DC. It's a beautiful city that I think you all would enjoy.

    • @donneverae3050
      @donneverae3050 8 месяцев назад +3

      I lived in DC for a decade and loved it. Don't sell the museums short, the ones under the unbrella of the Smithsonian are free and varied. Air and Space; underground museum of African Art; Museum of American History; and of course, the National Zoo were some of my favorites.

    • @catebligh
      @catebligh 8 месяцев назад +4

      I agree, Washington DC is a must-visit for everyone, Us citizens and foreign visitors alike! An amazing city.

    • @jeffhampton2767
      @jeffhampton2767 8 месяцев назад +5

      I would say in DC you should just stick to the historical areas otherwise half the city is the hood😂😂😂

    • @UncleUncleRj
      @UncleUncleRj 8 месяцев назад

      What? No way, take a quick trip thru DC maybe, but then get out asap

    • @Niteowlette
      @Niteowlette 8 месяцев назад +2

      That's not true. Depends on which side of the Potomac. Georgetown is beautiful, as is Dupont Circle where most of the embassies are located. Also, quite a few Civil War sites, Manassas (Bull Run) being the closest. Every big city has rough areas of town.

  • @mikesahle1193
    @mikesahle1193 8 месяцев назад +3

    Thank you 🙏 I’m glad NZ ❤family enjoyed the USA 🇺🇸 visit and grateful complement ☝️👏👏👏👍🎥👋

  • @garygriggs7789
    @garygriggs7789 8 месяцев назад +2

    You guys are so gracious and kind. Thank you.

  • @luisahirsch5654
    @luisahirsch5654 8 месяцев назад +4

    Hello from New Jersey! I love all the compliments that you give the US and love watching these videos from your perspective. It makes me so happy! 😊

  • @drakke125Channel
    @drakke125Channel 8 месяцев назад +2

    I love how NZF is making their own Top Video from their own experience. So proud of you guys and hope you continue to enjoy so much more the US has to offer to you!

  • @cindyv1401
    @cindyv1401 8 месяцев назад +25

    Just cannot wait until your Fam does a trip/tour of small town ordinary America ❣️🙏❣️

    • @barcster2003
      @barcster2003 8 месяцев назад +3

      That will be the more interesting one.

    • @johnottr
      @johnottr 8 месяцев назад

      Ordinary is boring, small towns are meaningless dumps.

    • @MyKeeP81
      @MyKeeP81 7 месяцев назад

      booooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooorrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrring

  • @anthonyorsini
    @anthonyorsini 8 месяцев назад +2

    Yall are such amazing parents. And I'm 44 and I totally get Denzel's fear of heights. I'm decades older and share the same fear, I hope he doesn't feel embarrassed in any wayLove your content, it's so wholesome and very appreciated!

  • @GSXR750ization
    @GSXR750ization 8 месяцев назад +22

    What a thoughtful and sweet video. Y'all make sure to come back when possible. I'm sure there is so much more to see. I'm so happy y'all had a good time. Love your videos.

  • @mccproc
    @mccproc 8 месяцев назад +2

    So happy your family had so many good experiences in my beloved Country. So happy you all were treated well! Come back soon!

  • @russellfisher2853
    @russellfisher2853 8 месяцев назад +6

    Loved your reaction, so happy you had such an enjoyable time here.❤

  • @sandraleigh4023
    @sandraleigh4023 8 месяцев назад +1

    I could not be more thrilled that y'all had such a good time in our country!!! It must have been especially wonderful for the kids!!!

  • @hotcocoa00
    @hotcocoa00 8 месяцев назад +3

    I love that y'all are experiencing so many new adventures as a family. It's just the beginning of many many more memories to come! You've built a base audience, and I think we're interested in your family, no matter what the next thing is. So, keep sharing your pov and growing in your experience, bc I'm also learning things by watching you. Even if you have a not so good experience or don't like or understand something, its ok to voice it. I appreciated your conversations about tipping! 😅 you're a well rounded family w pretty open minds from what I can tell, and it's a joy to watch y'all have deep talks, try something new, or just shoot the breeeze. ❤

  • @andrewcolicchio766
    @andrewcolicchio766 8 месяцев назад +6

    I'm Soo glad (& relieved) you were well treated and had a good time! Your family would make great spokespeople for our travel dept. 👍❤

    • @GaryTongue-zn5di
      @GaryTongue-zn5di 7 месяцев назад

      They weren't at Wal-Mart unsurprisingly!

  • @Jonathan-iq3sg
    @Jonathan-iq3sg 8 месяцев назад +8

    I'm pleased that your family enjoyed my country. Especially your experience at Terry Black's. 👍

  • @marybicanic8269
    @marybicanic8269 8 месяцев назад +2

    I'm so glad that you addressed the most common concerns visitors to big USA cities might have. Thanks again for all the time and effort you put into your videos. By the way, the amusement park mall reaction was priceless!😅

  • @CboettnerM91
    @CboettnerM91 8 месяцев назад +3

    It’s interesting you added public transportation to this list. As an American, it can get pretty complicated in some city’s between trains and busses. There isn’t really any form of transportation that will take you from city to city across the country without having to switch between cars, busses, or trains. It’s almost necessary to have private vehicles in the USA when traveling.

  • @alexswaggsalot9184
    @alexswaggsalot9184 7 месяцев назад +1

    For the next tone you guys come down it should be a southern USA trip: Charleston Savannah, Tampa (Ybor city in particular best Cuban sandwiches), New Orleans. A good view of the medium sized classic us cities. They’re a complete contrast from the large cities you’d love it!

  • @redbullbundy
    @redbullbundy 8 месяцев назад +4

    I love your vacation videos from USA. It makes me happy you had a great time and every one treated you great. I love our major cities here. I don’t choose to live in a huge city. One of my favorite places is New York City. I have personally been to all 4 cities you visited. I like them all. USA is so huge I am 42 years old and have traveled extensively here. There are still so many places I want to go. The national parks here are amazing too. I am in western North Carolina and I live close to The Great Smoky Mountains National Park and The Blue Ridge Parkway. The two must visited national parks in USA. They are amazing.

  • @jasontwitchell8167
    @jasontwitchell8167 8 месяцев назад +4

    I am so glad you all visited this great country. There are so many other great sights to see. I hope you all come back, you are always loved so much ❤❤❤

  • @BearJwG
    @BearJwG 8 месяцев назад +3

    Fort Worth here and I love that ya'll came to see the longhorn heard. Hope everyone treated you well! Our Texas Rangers just started the season this past Thursday, Go Rangers!!! As far as public transport in the greater Dallas/Fort Worth area it is basically nonexistent. We are so spread out you almost cannot live without a vehicle. Thanks for all the great videos!

  • @nobillclinton
    @nobillclinton 8 месяцев назад +1

    Lovely family. Wonderful to hear that you enjoyed "Big City USA". May you experience many more traveling adventures.

  • @michaeltriptow6877
    @michaeltriptow6877 8 месяцев назад +9

    This family is what America is all about, I think I would feel the same visiting your general area.

    • @GaryTongue-zn5di
      @GaryTongue-zn5di 7 месяцев назад

      America is about people with Bastardized English Accents like the Aussies? 🤔

  • @lisal6121
    @lisal6121 8 месяцев назад +36

    Melting pot was always talked about with fellow Americans. I think that we are more of a SALAD BOWL because everyone seems to keep their heritage culture going but it gets all mixed together. We have Chinatowns, Little Italy, Hispanic neighborhoods, Arab and African neighborhoods. And of course the southern cultures. Yes, our options are limitless. Now include our National Parks all across the country.

    • @blackblake3658
      @blackblake3658 8 месяцев назад +1

      Let's not pretend there is not a movement afoot to demonize people celebrating their heritage.

    • @pebsa31
      @pebsa31 8 месяцев назад +8

      @@blackblake3658let’s not gunk these peoples page up with unnecessary political arguments

    • @lisal6121
      @lisal6121 8 месяцев назад +2

      @@blackblake3658 here’s the thing, I’m all for keeping heritage culture but everyone that came to america needs to put America first. Why bother coming here and ignoring our laws and speaking English?

    • @leahmollytheblindcatnordee3586
      @leahmollytheblindcatnordee3586 8 месяцев назад

      A very apt way to describe it here.

    • @insertname777
      @insertname777 8 месяцев назад +1

      Si todo lo que sabes es inglés, entonces ese es tu problema. No hables mierda de las personas que son bilingües. You better adapt to all the new cultures and learn some of the languages that now make up the USA instead of complaining. If you dont, you'll get left behind. The ones who are smart enough to put their personal feelings aside and become bilingual will be the ones who will thrive in this new world. La decision es tuya. @lisal6121

  • @briandaniels8945
    @briandaniels8945 8 месяцев назад +29

    Love seeing people proud of the country I'm from, I think we have it too easy here. The big towns are fantastic but it's the small towns that will fill your heart.

  • @Kentuckygal7303
    @Kentuckygal7303 8 месяцев назад +1

    I’m so glad you enjoyed our country! You’re welcome back anytime!! -love Arizona & Kentucky ❤😊

  • @chevychase
    @chevychase 8 месяцев назад +10

    A great small town area to see is Asheville, North Carolina - Greenville, South Carolina and Gatlinburg, Tennessee. These 3 cities are very close to each other and there is so much to see! Dolly Parton's Dollywood is there, and the fabulous Vanderbilt mansion outside Asheville, and loads of fun family-oriented vacation spots in the beautiful mountains.

    • @leahmollytheblindcatnordee3586
      @leahmollytheblindcatnordee3586 8 месяцев назад +3

      Love, Love, Love Gatlinburg and the smokies. What a beautiful area.

    • @briandancer
      @briandancer 8 месяцев назад +2

      Great advice, a very special area.

    • @mrgap55
      @mrgap55 8 месяцев назад

      Nobody’s paying that much $$ for that

  • @lindarogers2271
    @lindarogers2271 8 месяцев назад +2

    I'm glad that your visits to the states was everything you expected . Glad to hear my countryman were very pleasing to you. Hope you
    had some couch salad and fritters , while in the keys ( conch town ) or Miami .
    Thank you for giving a true and actual veiw of USA . Unlike the other channels who probably never been here by there video content.❤❤❤
    I think you have a beautiful family. Your kids will be well inform and productive adults.❤

  • @christined6321
    @christined6321 8 месяцев назад +10

    Sooo glad you enjoyed your time in “Big City” USA! I’m from Philadelphia and though we have our problems there is a lot of culture and history to experience and great people. Unfortunately, even Americans operate on stereotypes & lots of people who discouraged you from the city have never been.
    Can’t wait to see your upcoming trip to “Small Town” America and hope you have as much fun and get to see all the faces of USA! 🩷☺️

    • @blackblake3658
      @blackblake3658 8 месяцев назад +4

      I feel safer in cities than I do in rural America.

    • @christined6321
      @christined6321 8 месяцев назад +3

      @@blackblake3658 True… I always get a lil anxious thinking of the places I would like to visit in remote or small towns. In the city there’s always some foot/ car traffic to get help if needed.

    • @Niteowlette
      @Niteowlette 8 месяцев назад +1

      I'm from L.A., but I LOVE Philadelphia! Every big city has problems. I've always felt at home in Philly and call it my home away from home. The history, museums, food, shopping (no tax on clothing), and public transport is easy within the city.

    • @josephgilorma6979
      @josephgilorma6979 8 месяцев назад +2

      I'm from Philly too. Olde City has Independence Hall, The Constitution Center and The Museum of the American Revolution. All must sees. Also THE FOOD! Both fine dining and small street stands offer the best food in the country. Philly is close to PA Dutch country and the NJ shore. Both have a unique feel that's different than the neighboring areas of New York and Washington.

    • @christined6321
      @christined6321 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@Niteowlette 😊Glad you loved it! Never been to LA, but definitely plan to visit.

  • @almadiminico2159
    @almadiminico2159 8 месяцев назад +1

    Seeing this great country through your eyes and experiences is so refreshing. My husband and I have travelled to many states and I have to say…. This is a beautiful country. You guys are right on with your comments and views. Love you guys. 🩵

  • @MrMindchild
    @MrMindchild 8 месяцев назад +2

    Small towns have their charm, too. I grew up a few miles away from where a few of the outdoor scenes of the Shining were filmed, and Chuck Norris filmed a movie here, called the Forest Warrior.

  • @waltermaples3998
    @waltermaples3998 8 месяцев назад +7

    I hope you enjoyed your time in our Country. We Love You Our New Zealand family ❤❤❤❤. FYI I am from the South. 😉👍❤️❤️❤️

  • @rwilson7197
    @rwilson7197 8 месяцев назад +2

    It is nice to hear some positive thoughts about my country. I am enjoying your channel & videos. May God bless you two and your children. You are a teriffic example of a beautiful family with the right morals & values!❤🙏❤🙏❤

  • @kimbasso9678
    @kimbasso9678 8 месяцев назад +4

    I love watching your reactions and remembering how lucky I am to live here in the USA. So many things I take for granted and to see your excitement and appreciation is refreshing. Can’t wait to see more videos and hear about your next trip coming to small town America!

  • @billtaylor3382
    @billtaylor3382 8 месяцев назад +1

    Happy you liked your visit to America, We love seeing people from other country's!

  • @maryannashenfelder5513
    @maryannashenfelder5513 8 месяцев назад +3

    American people welcome you!!! Your new careers are beautifully done ,proud to be from the USA ❤ USA 🇺🇸 love your family 🎉

  • @alexacab9000
    @alexacab9000 8 месяцев назад +1

    Loved your thoughts! I live in a big city in the US and love it. I always get a lot of hate from people saying things like:
    “It’s so expensive, why would you want to live there!”
    “It’s dirty!”
    “Way too crowded”
    I of course know that it’s not for everyone. I can so appreciate someone wanting to live in a small town or a more quiet life. I might even want that one day.
    But for now, I truly love city life. Again. So nice to see yall spreading positivity and not focusing on the negatives! Cheers!

  • @berniej.rucker4252
    @berniej.rucker4252 8 месяцев назад +3

    Sam and Nadine;
    As an ex-bus driver (both for city bus companies and later on, even tour bus.) I used to try to myself in the position of my passenger(s) and get an "understanding" on how difficult it would be if I knew NOTHING about my surroundings.
    This...I tried even desperately to instill with my fellow compatriots/co-workers especially when one of the cities I drove for was Tempe, Az. Home to Arizona State University where EACH fall/spring there could be anywhere from 5,000-20,000 new faces going to college. Can you imagine trying to find out which way was fastest/cheapest/easiest to get to like Castles and Coasters? (An amusement park in north-central Phoenix.); or possibly which mall was better than the others?; How about which fine-foods dining places were best?
    Well...with me driving a bus, I would let you know!!
    (A play on words here now but when you stop and think about it, it quite LITERALLY means just this.)
    In other words...I used to get paid good money to transport people AND tell them where to go, and where to get off!!!😂

  • @BonnieDuritsky
    @BonnieDuritsky 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for coming! 🎉

  • @soldierstull
    @soldierstull 8 месяцев назад +3

    Small town America tour sounds awesome. Can't wait for you guys to return

  • @RoseNZieg
    @RoseNZieg 8 месяцев назад +1

    I always thank the workers at the places I visited. they are hardworking and deserve positive feedbacks.

  • @MrJeddYoung
    @MrJeddYoung 8 месяцев назад +3

    Nice video - thanks for posting it. I'm looking forward to your Small City USA trip. I hope your planning is going well.

  • @geraldlupp2636
    @geraldlupp2636 8 месяцев назад +2

    I can't wait to see your RV trip

  • @kyrieeleison7328
    @kyrieeleison7328 8 месяцев назад +3

    I super appreciate your positive attitude and feedback on big city America 🇺🇸 from a first hand experience. Not from what the propaganda machine media says! Thanks guys!

  • @Lfg117
    @Lfg117 8 месяцев назад +2

    U guys r so gracious. I knew a U.S..native who luvs ChristChurch & S. Island more than any place else on the planet.

  • @pnuhn1
    @pnuhn1 8 месяцев назад +3

    Many many small and midsized towns and cities have a rich and colorful history- throw that into our mixing bowl of culture and you get some delicious memories.

  • @merrillpayton
    @merrillpayton 8 месяцев назад +1

    So glad y'all enjoyed your visit and are planning a return visit. I don't think you will be disappointed with the reception you get in small town America and I know you will find the friendly hospitality to your liking. Thank you for the warm review and the reactions you post. Best wishes to y'all all!!!

  • @mokumboi19
    @mokumboi19 8 месяцев назад +5

    First of all, your podcast skills (or whatever one would call it) are becoming top notch. You're all so engaging and thoughtful, and just a pleasant listen.
    As for your list, of course all these points are spot on except #3, as all US big cities are not created equal when it comes to public transport. But absolutely, the NYC subway is a godsend (and surprisingly cheap last time I was there). LA definitely has some work to do to get to that level. Miami's is okay, but again nowhere near as strong as NYC or Chicago or Washington DC.
    And regarding #5, being a tourist on a shortish trip, you probably would not even have noticed how huge the sports atmosphere really is. The amateur league/beer league/rec league/regular pickup games keep so many people active and involved in team and individual sports. You can pass one big park and see baseball/softball, basketball, soccer, tennis, even cricket being played on a normal day in a big US city. Go to almost any normal family reunion or big holiday blowout, and some sort of game inevitably breaks out, if it's not actually a regular family tradition. Americans do not just love to watch sports, so many have to play also. There's never shortage of sports going on even when the pros are not playing.

  • @JayyeStone
    @JayyeStone 8 месяцев назад +2

    Great video NZFam! I'm so glad that your experiences here were so positive! When you get right down to it, most people here in the US are the same as everywhere else I've been around the world - if you're genuine, they are genuine. Can't wait to hear about your RV adventure! Thanks!

  • @BigTpowerwashing
    @BigTpowerwashing 8 месяцев назад +4

    Great videos..Sometimes living in the US we take so many things for granted but to see all your excitement in each city was amazing. Look forward to you next series in the US

  • @smcgst
    @smcgst 8 месяцев назад +1

    I am so glad you guys have enjoyed our country. I would like to let you know that even in rural areas it's the same way. As an American we sometimes take it for granted. Come on back anytime.

  • @rona8663
    @rona8663 8 месяцев назад +3

    Service is tops in the US for sure.

  • @dominiccangelosi1876
    @dominiccangelosi1876 8 месяцев назад +1

    I’m so glad you loved big city America! Can’t wait to see what comes with the small town America RV trip! 🇺🇸🇳🇿🚐

  • @nemo227
    @nemo227 8 месяцев назад +4

    It make me feel GOOD that you enjoyed your visit to the USA. I hope you visit again.

  • @CurlieGrl
    @CurlieGrl 8 месяцев назад +1

    So happy to hear you had lovely experiences and want to return. Safe travels and God bless - from Houston, Texas!! 🥰

  • @tenneytravis87
    @tenneytravis87 8 месяцев назад +4

    If you're gonna do small town America, Savannah,GA is a must. And make sure to check out the little islands like St. Simons and Tybee island. I've been there a few times being from GA. Don't skip over Pigeon Forge TN either and hit up Dollywood.

  • @PrimalRage-om8uz
    @PrimalRage-om8uz 8 месяцев назад +2

    Ya'll should go see the nature of Murica, go Hawaii, snows in Alaska, Grand Canyon, national parks etc.

  • @DrizzleDrizzleNeverDies
    @DrizzleDrizzleNeverDies 8 месяцев назад +3

    Much love to my New Zealand Family from the Detroit metro area! If y'all ever stop by Michigan and Sam (and/or Nadine) want to see a metal show, let me know! I've got buddies that can get you into two different clubs, and everyone is super welcoming and friendly!
    (I say, as though I hadn't soaked two shirts through in fake blood this past Wednesday night in a GWAR mosh pit)
    It really is a good time, though. I have a feeling the scene is where I'll meet my future wife.

  • @rj-zz8im
    @rj-zz8im 8 месяцев назад +1

    Love your videos, and your family is such a joy to watch simply enjoying each other's company.

  • @funlatindude
    @funlatindude 8 месяцев назад +3

    I was impressed with the robots delivering food in Los Angeles. Your tour bus guide had named all of them of which I thought was funny. I've never seen or heard about that kind of robot delivery service. I wish you could briefly talk about it. Thanks for sharing your videos.

    • @GaryTongue-zn5di
      @GaryTongue-zn5di 7 месяцев назад

      No he didn't! He didn't name them, DUH! The people that built them did! Duh!
      Here's your sign!

  • @mrnosaj71
    @mrnosaj71 7 месяцев назад +1

    Y'all see things in America we natives don't. Seeing life through others eyes in such a fun style, great job you two!

  • @TedC5203
    @TedC5203 8 месяцев назад +3

    Man! I can't wait for the small town America video.

  • @CaptainCautious
    @CaptainCautious 8 месяцев назад +1

    Really happy to hear that you had a good experience.

  • @dillydilly91
    @dillydilly91 8 месяцев назад +3

    If you want some of the best sports experience in a “big city”, I highly encourage you to come visit St. Louis, Missouri during Cardinals Baseball Season. We have some of the most dedicated fans of all of baseball to where on a week day game during work hours, the stadium will still be 15k-20k fans. Opening day is its own holiday here where some businesses will shut down so their employees can enjoy Cardinals baseball. Plus you add the mix of several cultures from being an old river port city and St. Louis is one of the most interesting city’s to visit.

  • @josephbrown9685
    @josephbrown9685 8 месяцев назад +1

    We have a lot of problems in the US, but we also tend to take a lot of good stuff for granted. It’s great to hear about all of the positives through the perspective of visitors.

  • @DNDZOLLER
    @DNDZOLLER 8 месяцев назад +3

    As an United States citizen, everything you say is true, but I never really thought about it. I guess we take it for granted 🤔

  • @beverlydust5381
    @beverlydust5381 8 месяцев назад +1

    Love the professional background and set up of your studio 🎙! Love your information and imput about your experiences in different cities, I hope that you enjoyed your time there and want to come over again. I hope it was positive experience for you.

  • @willrobinson4976
    @willrobinson4976 8 месяцев назад +4

    There are lots of positive things about big cities, it's not all bad like some would have you believe.

    • @blackblake3658
      @blackblake3658 8 месяцев назад +1

      People are there. If you love people, the city is where you want to be.

  • @CR1T1KaL714
    @CR1T1KaL714 8 месяцев назад +1

    Man you know you guys have done pretty well with your RUclips channel when other channels are reacting to your videos on their channels😂. Cheers from New York love the channel