I pray for Venezuela. I have one friend there and I am already in contact with him. I hope the country comes out of this mess soon. I hope your family is fine there. God bless everyone.
Hi Sonia, I'm from London. When I was in university in Paris a few years back I met a Venezuelan girl in my class. We hit it off from the beginning and stayed in touch for years. She would keep me updated about the situation in Venezuela and her experiences as a trainee doctor. It alway surprised me how everyone in her photos always seemed so happy but what she was telling me was so horrible (no medicines at the hospital, shortages of basic needs like toilet paper and even her friends being killed). Then a few years later she invited me to her wedding in Valencia and I literally jumped at the chance to travel. The memory of my visit to Venezuela still brings tears to my eyes. After the wedding I travelled around the country from Valencia to the paradise islands in Los Roques, the highest waterfall in the world- Salto Angel and even the jungles of the Orinoco Delta. (I should add at this point that I always had my clothes organised in packing cubes thanks to you!). But travelling alone through the country, it wasn’t the sights that make nostalgic, it’s the people. The friends I made who welcomed an English girl to their country. The families who welcomed me into their homes and didn’t ask for anything in return. The endless amount of hugs I got from strangers who were excited a tourist had visited their country and I couldn’t believe that they were so apologetic if their English wasn’t so good. The love in Venezuela is something I have never experienced before. The people are Venezuela and it is the people I miss the most. I ask my friends every year if I can go back and visit and every year they tell me the situation is getting worse. I can’t predict the country’s future but nobody deserves what they are going through. I pray for Venezuela and for the people. Thank you for making this video and wishing your family and friends safety, security, health and happiness. xxx
Wow Mija... I really did miss you.. I have a flight June 12 I love your videos and I am watching them to make sure I have an easy flight from toiletries and turning coach into first class... I hope Venezuela gets better. Dios will help you and your people. Love you!!😘😘 In Mexico, on my dads side, his family is all in the countryside and normally it is calm but gangs are taking over so now when I go June 14, I have to stay in the City. No estas sola mija.
Sonia, muchos saludos desde Argentina, la situación de Venezuela es triste, sus hermanos latinoamericanos los estamos mirando con preocupación pero orgullosos de su lucha! Fuerzas!!
I missed you girl!!! Do what you have to do. Sending you love and positive vibes. Thanks for keeping us updated and educated. Can't believe that this is happening to your homeland. :(
Hola, Sonia!! Me parece excelente que uses tu voz en este medio para hacer saber lo que está pasando en tu país. Te mando un enorme abrazo desde Argentina y sabe que contas con todo mi apoyo.
Sonia! Muchas bendiciones y fuerza. I wish your country love and peace and your people (our spanish family!) courage and strength. Beautiful message. Very well said. I recently found your videos because I'm going to travel all by myself soon and I was SUPER stressed out. But, your charisma, great tips and just being you helped me a lot! Thank you for making videos, I look forward to the next ones. Much love and much support from me, my family and all of Puerto Rico!
Sonia, soy de Venezuela también.Tus palabras reavivaron esa sensibilidad y tristeza que muchos de nosotros sentimos cada día a causa de todo lo que está pasando en nuestro hermoso país. Yo extraño muchísimo estar allí disfrutando y recorriendo cada rincón con toda la gente que amo. La lucha continúa y desde afuera debemos apoyar a nuestros hermanos de todas las formas que podamos.Gracias por ese vídeo, bendiciones!
I was there last year, and all you say is very generous to describe all the things I've saw. All my friends have return. I wish all the best for you and your family and ..... your Venezuela
Thank you for sharing what is on your heart and mind and bringing light to what's going on in Venezuela. I'm sure I can speak for many of your subscribers when I say that you and your country have our support, thoughts, and all the positive vibes we can send your way!
Estoy muuuy agradecida de que estés de vuelta. Mientras no subías nuevo videos he visto un montón de veces todo los que están en el canal. Cambiando de tema lo que pasa en Venezuela lo he seguido en varios medios y cada día se ve que la gente sigue luchando y el gobierno hace lo imposible para reprimierlos, pero las personas no van a parar hasta que surjan cambios verdaderos para el país. Espero tu familia y amigos se encuentren bien y que sigan luchando por sus derechos.
I've been missing seeing your face in my subscriptions for ages and delighted to have you back!! I hope regularly? Thank you so much for sharing this issue and educating us in what's going on. It's something I haven't heard of as it hasn't been reported in mainstream news in the UK but I will defiantly look into. ❤️
I heard the pain in your voice, Sonia. I cannot imagine what you're experiencing but I do thank you for being vulnerable. You're a vibrant, well traveled woman with a successful UA-cam channel AND you're a person with concerns, fears, frustrations, etc. Thank you!
I had noticed you weren't posting videos anymore, and you were the first "channel" on UA-cam I subscribed to! I knew you were from South America, but didn't remember the Venezuelan roots. I also know the country has been suffering and low oil prices are a factor - surprised at other's reactions of not knowing. It brings forward so many things we take for granted, so thanks for posting. I wish the best for your family and your country. And I'm glad to see you again.
So glad that you are back!! Thank you for sharing the struggle that is happening in Venezuela and for sharing the resources. It is important to get the word out about the atrocities that are occurring there. Praying for change over there.
Hola Sonia! Te escribo desde Argentina. Nuestro país estuvo por muchos años siguiendo los pasos de Venezuela y es un milagro que hayamos podido desviar la ruta. Así que siento muy de cerca lo que está sucediendo en tu país, y realmente espero que las cosas mejoren pronto! Muchas fuerzas
Oh my god, I'm so happy to see a new video from you!!!! Made my day! And everytime I see some bad news about Venezuela I think of you (I'm brazilian, so we're neighbors). It's sad but, as you said, the population wants to have their voices heard. In Brazil is happening some political stuff too but not as bad as in Venezuela. I hope things get better soon! Love you!!
Tanto tiempo leyendo sus opiniones y consejos sobre viajes con esa elegancia y sencillez natural que solo da una adecuada cuna,siempre supe que era venezolana por instinto,por su gracia y hoy llegó al límite de lo que se puede expresar desde el corazón sin caer en insultos ni provocaciones.Gracias Sonia
I only recently got the Fluez Spanish course and at first I was kind of bummed to see that Ms. Gil hasn't been posting recently but I understand now why. I deeply respect and understand that her and the beautiful country of Venezuela have more important things going on then to post travel videos for us. Thank you for all the hard work that you and the good people at Fluenz have done (as well as your other non Fluenz work) and for making the world (and its languages) a little more accessible for us. I will be following and supporting the people of Columbia as well as all the other countries and people that seem to be going through difficult times (Australia, the UK, USA, China etc...).
Te extrañaba muchoooo!!! fuiste la primer vlogger de viajes que vi y me hiciste amar youtube y vlogs de viajes. Venezuela saldrá de este impass. La gente está en la calle y solo así saldrá esa gente. Bendiciones!
I can hear in your voice and I can see it in your eyes how this situation in Venezuela hurts you... I am so sorry and I can understand your situation because my country Greece is going throught a tough time to... I pray for our countries and all the people there and my heart goes out to everyone of those who are hurting right now.
Hola Sonia: me alegró mucho ver que había un nuevo video en tu canal, pero me entristeció tb al escucharte tan afligida por la situación en Venezuela. Encuentro que es terrible. Desde hace un par de año que vengo diciendo a quienes conozco que, cuando le gente comienza a pasar hambre, significa que los gobiernos no están haciendo lo correcto. Espero que la situación se mejore y un abrazo para tí. Carolina, una chilena residente en Moscú.
I've missed you Sonia!! You got me through my Europe trip and ever since I've wished for you to come back. This is a awesome video, thank you for bringing light to some important issues in South America. From one Latina to another, I am with you.
Dear Sonia, we are so glad you are back - thank you for sharing your thoughts about the situation in Venezuela - times have to be tough for a southamerican country to make it into the european news... I hope that they will get through it soon, all my hopes and wishes are with you!
Thank you for this very informative and important message. Thank you for focusing on what is important and providing links to easily lend a helping hand. Love your channel.
Hello, Thank you for coming back. I love your videos. My mom is Venezuelan; I understand your pain. I I went to Venezuela twice last year to visit my family and help them out financially. It's truly a tragedy what's going on there. I spent many wonderful summers there as a child. It is heart breaking what I witness and what my family is liveing through. I MISS MY OLD VENEZUELA!
Hi Sonia! I'm glad that you're doing well. Thank you for bringing this information to light. I'll do what I can to help support this awareness. Looking forward to your new videos.
Heeeey!!! O started following you and you went away, I was worried!! I'm so glad you're back..tks for sharing this, it's 😭 ..but that makes you even more special. We should pray for our countries, Brasil is going to serious horrible stuff also and I love my country, it's painful to see..
Hola Sonya! Te empecé a seguir hace dos años cuando me preparaba para mi primer viaje! Fuiste el primer canal de UA-cam relacionado a viajes que empece a seguir.. Ahora mismo me preparo para un nuevo viaje, fue lindo rvolverte a ver en mi suscription box Saludos!
I'm soo sorry about what ur experiencing I totally understand u. I'm glad you had some time to gather your thoughts. Continue to spread the word about Venezuela and if possible continue to bring joy not tears to viewers with travel videos
As someone from an ex-socialistic country I can very much relate how you feel. I am emmigrant as well, have been living in five different countries over the last years. Also because I love traveling and learning about different cultures but most of all because I wanted more from life and Slovakia even after 28 years didn't quite got on their foot again. My whole family is still living there and I think very often about ways how to give back. How to contribute and help. I wish your country all the best and thank you for sharing with us. We are with you.
Sonia querida, I share your pain and hope every day that Venezuela gets out of this horrible nightmare soon. All over Latin America we have Venezuela in our hearts and are eager to help however we can. Lots of love and be strong.
You are right so much has happened in this past year. You have been missed I thought the worst had happened to you. I plead ignorance on the situation of your home country. I am glad that you have taken this time to let us know what is happening. This is something that can not be ignored and must be followed up on. Thank you.
Hola Sonia. Me alegra tu regreso. Es increíble lo que está pasando en tu país y más increíble todavía que nadie intervenga. Ni siquiera el Papa! Ojalá pronto se calme la situación y ojalá no haya más muertos, que es lo más terrible. Mi solidaridad desde Argentina. Me imagino que no debe ser nada fácil para vos teniendo a tu familia ahí.
I'm so sorry this is going on in your country. My heart goes out to you and Venezuela. It's good to hear from you. I look forward to watching your videos.
Thank you Sonia for making us aware of this situation. I know the feeling since my country is also falling apart (Brazil) and our beloved ones are facing that on the daily basis, it's heartbreaking. I wish all the best for Venezuela and for the world. 🙏
Sonya I really missed you. Enserio, de vez en cuando checaba tu canal para ver si habías subido un vídeo y por fin lo has hecho! :') De alguna manera, me preocupe mucho pero que bien saber que te encuentras bien. Y si todo mi apoyo a Venezuela! However I can help I will. Lots of love from Mexico City. ❤💖
A couple of months ago I was visiting the part of my family who still lives in Venezuela for the holidays. I didn't know what was I supposed to pack and I came across to your videos. I ended up loving your videos and your charisma, so I decided to suscribe even though you haven't posted that much lately. Today, I came here excited to see what you were bringing and I get the very pleasant surprise that you're Venezuelan just like me! What are the odds? I think that's wonderfully amazing. Keep bringing amazing content. I know that everyone who's fighting back home against the corruption and the dictatorship that they're living in are on the right side of history. I know that these horrible moments that people are living in Venezuela will bring us together and will also give us a chance to improve as a country. Viva Venezuela!
I will write this in Spanish...me da tanta pena lo que ha pasado por tanto tiempo en Venezuela y que se haya llegado a esto. Soy chilena y a acá han llegado miles de venezolanos buscando una vida mejor. Pero me consta que todos volverían a su pais, si allá hubiera esperanza de ...vivir! no pueden y tienen el corazón roto. Nuestro país los recibe, pero extrañan el mar caribeño, su tierra y su gente, Chile es distinto, el mar es frío, la gente es más sobria...La falta de Estado de Derecho en Venezuela me asombra y me da rabia, porque ninguna opción política justifica que en un país no hayan servicios basicos, que se encarcele a los opositores, que se niegue hasta que organizaciones internacionales opinen de lo que pasa. Pero a la vez se que van a salir de esto. Chile, después de casi 20 años, y desde 1982 incontables protestas, logró sacar al dictador Pinochet por medios democráticos. Costó, se sufrió y muchos murieron en ello, pero se pudo. Lo van a lograr, la Historia está tras ustedes! PD: durante la dictadura, Venezuela recibió a muchos exiliados chilenos. Cada vez que me encuentro con un venezolano aca, me acuerdo tanto del sufrimiento actual de ellos como de la generosidad que tuvo el país hacia nosotros en su momento. Espero de verdad que mis compatriotas piensen en eso al verlos y nos tratemos todos con empatía y respeto.
You make my day! Gracias por tus hermosas palabras Francisca. Ultimamente escucho cada vez más y más de personas allegadas o conocidas en Venezuela que decidieron irse a Chile, y a veces me preocupa o pienso en el hecho de que quizás los chilenos puedan sentirse "afectados o invadidos"pero hoy tus palabras me dan aliento, espero que como tu dices todos puedan respetarse y ponerse en los zapatos del otro, que mientras esten allá puedan trabajar en Pro de Chile y que cuando toda esta pesadilla finalice puedan volver a Venezuela con Chile en el corazón, como un lugar que los acogió con los brazos abiertos. Un abrazo para ti desde Sudafrica :)
de nada Jesica :) La verdad en Chile hemos estado pasando por una etapa de ajuste hacia una cantidad mucho mayor de inmigración a la que estabamos acostumbrados. Desde 2010 ha crecido muchisimo la inmigración desde otros países latinoamericanos (4,9% al año). La mayoría de la gente que conozco está, sea a favor de esta inmigración, o a lo menos no en contra, pero sí hay gente que no le gusta esto. Tienen las tipicas aprehensiones de que "quitan trabajo" o que "cambian la cultura", cosas que a mi me parecen falacias... además ¡me encanta que ahora hayan carritos de arepas en las calles de Santiago! jajaja. Y si, lamentablemente muchos son derechamente racistas (anteriormente no había casi gente de raza negra en Chile y ahora sí la hay, además de venezolanos han llegado muchos haitianos y dominicanos). Esta tensión ha traido problemas, pero yo soy optimista, pienso que en un tiempo nos vamos a ajustar a esta nueva realidad y los intolerantes van a quedarse de lado. Personalmente trabajé en asesoría jurídica gratuita a inmigrantes en situación irregular y también he conocido a varios venezolanos en el día a día. No soy prejuiciosa porque sé como llegan a este país, en qué condiciones y con qué motivos. Me consta que son personas trabajadoras y que, como escribí, se fueron del país con mucho dolor pero no les quedaba otra alternativa. Animo a uds también, lo que está pasando es de verdad terrible pero no hay como ganarle al peso de la historia, el régimen de Maduro va a acabar más temprano que tarde y el país va a poder reconstruirse y llegar a una reconciliación, asi como pasó acá. Saludos!
Muchas gracias por este video tan sincero y solidario. Que Dios nos regale pronto tiempos de paz para nuestro bello país. Te mando un abrazo margariteño desde Canadá.
de venezolana a venezolana, muchas gracias, hermana. thank you for using your platform to bring awareness to our situation. yo todavía vivo acá y, aunque las cosas están peor, la gente se está dando cuenta de que ya es por supervivencia, no es sobre colores o partidos políticos; nos estamos muriendo y no hacíamos nada al respecto. la gente está despertando, y yo sólo espero que toditos los que quedan indecisos despierten lo más pronto posible para salir de esto de una sola vez. again, thank you, thank you, thank YOU! cariños xxx
Que linda muchacha... mi rsposa siempre esta pendiente de tu canal y cuando subsiste el video me dijo para que lo viera. Dios mediante Venezuela saldrá adelante y seremos libres de esta pesadilla que afecta nuestro país. Un abrazo bien apretado desde Calgary.
Gracias por hacer este video y concientizar sobre la situación en Venezuela. Espero desde el fondo de mi corazón que esto termine lo más pronto posible. Saludos desde México. And welcome back!
Thank you for opening my eyes. I miss your channel but I had no idea about this crisis. I cried throughout this video and would like to do something to help - thank you for posting this.
Praying for you and for safety for your family. Great to see you back. Thanks for continuing to educate us - this time about the magnitude of the crisis in Venezuela.
One of my best friends is from Venezuela. Her parents were both born there. I support her, you, and all the citizens of Venezuela. Sending prayers and love. It's good to have you back.
So sorry I have been watching what's happening in Venezuela thanks to Michelle Lewin, and so glad you have brought attention to it as well. I hope it ends soon and it gets better, please continue to raise awareness about what's going on so many people need to know,
I will send positive energy to Venezuela. Your videos inspired me to do my first solo International trip to Amsterdam back in 2014. I used to love you tapping on the camera lens. I missed you, Sonia!
Thank You Sonia! It crumbles my heart knowing that i have the chance to get medical aid, food, and even the chance to think in my personal growth or mundane worries while our people struggle with the uncertain future, and lose theirselves trying to survive and hold themselves in that caos. So im really grateful whenever i see the people i follow, speak up and spread this situation with the rest of the world.
My heart breaks for what your country is going through and how saddened you are. My prayers are with your family and friends for safety and for things to change soon.
you are the only Venezuelan I "know". Thank you for your videos, thank you for your message. I could easily see in your eyes the sad and the sorrow. Surely is hard, please try to stay strong!
Sonia, I'm glad you're back :) Your vlog was first I ever start watching. And I know what you're feellling. In Poland (Europe) we know what socialism really was. That can crushed people, economy, relations. On the second hand, I can imagine how country with so many petroleum is goin' down... Anyway I keep fingers. I know that after rain the sun will come
Nice to see you again. Like everyone has already said... have missed your content. Can feel the heartache from your words. Venezuela and it's people deserve so much better...for a country to not even have the most basic goods and services is a reflection of the incompetence and corruption of it's government. The people's courage to protest for change must never waiver.
Por lo que pasamos en México no ha llegado al grado de Venezuela, pero todo mi apoyo con ustedes. Es difícil ver tantos derechos y tanta gente abusada por la gente que nos gobierna cuando su trabajo debería ser protegernos. Un abrazo a todo venezolano leyendo esto! Espero que salgan pronto de esa terrible situación.
First, let me say that I am relieved that you and your family are okay. Secondly, thank you for announcing to your fans the current and ongoing strife in your native Venezuela. I have no doubt that the sun will reappear from behind the clouds of turmoil sooner rather than later.... Prayers & Best Wishes.....
I miss Sonia! Her videos inspired me to solo travel and the last two years I’ve travelled to over a dozen countries by myself! I hope the situation in Venezuela is getting better. And I hope Sonia comes back too!
Thank you for this video! I have a passion for the Spanish language, for Latin America and for those living in poverty... however, I did not know about what is going on in Venezuela. I will share the word to the best of my ability and I hope things can change for the best, people really can make a difference!
Thank you for using your voice and your platform to share this. I do not personally know any Venezuelans, so this is vastly more information than I have had up to this point.
Sonia, I live in Manaus - Brazil, a city near Venezuela and we have been receiving many people from there looking for basic things that are missing in their country, as you said. They are currently living in a camp under a viaduct in groups. Most of them are natives and the majority is children and women. College students are raising awareness about the situation and running a campaign so civilians can donate food, clothes, water, medicine, etc. The political, economic and social situation of my country is bad, we are facing the worst crisis in our history, but we are doing our best to help. My prays are with Venezuela. We are stronger together!
Dear Sonia, I recently discovered your channel, thank you for your very useful and entertaining content on travel, really love and appreciate it and you are delightful to watch and learn from. Now this post is just so moving, thank you for your heartfelt account and bringing it HOME!! I had the honor of visiting Venezuela in 2011, at the time, it was already a "travel at your own risk" place to visit, but we had our heart set on visiting Los Roques, the most beautiful place I've ever been to (and also went to beautiful Choroni). I remember being afraid at the airport, sad to see mostly empty duty-free shelves, and stunned at no running wáter at the airport. The employees explaining how it had been that way that whole week (Easter week) with a blackout. I couldn't imagine it could get any worse. I pray for there to be change for the better soon. Your words help us spread the Word. Awareness is key to make change. Un fuerte abrazo de animo para tu gente, tu país, tu corazón. Anna Tulia
Stay strong girl, Venezuela will get better some day. It may get worse before it get better, but don't give up hope. Oh and thank you for your hard work on Fluenz; I just started a couple weeks ago but I'm loving it.
Welcome back. My heart sank the other day when a Venezuelan UA-cam user said that she/he has already lost many family members and friends due to this situation. I am sending you, your family, and the people of your country much love & peace.
This must be so hard for you to see your family and friends and fellow Venezuelans in this terrible crisis. I hope the will of the people is heard and positive changes come. Please take care, to you and your loved ones!
Glad to see you back, but I'm even more glad to see you using your platform for this cause. In my work (immigration law) I've seen many cases of Venezuelans applying for asylum in the US. The facts in their cases are astounding and heartbreaking. Basic human rights--like the right to simply express your honest beliefs--are a dangerous concept in Venezuela. Con todo mi corazón, espero que todo se resuelva pronto. Para el bien de todos, pero especialmente los niños y enfermos que andan sin los recursos básicos.
Thank you so much for this video! I can totally relate - I am Ukrainian, and even though I live abroad now, I've participated in two revolutions in 10 years. I understand how hard it is to see your country in such a deep turmoil. I can only say that my heart is with Venezuelan people - I fully support your fight against tyranny and injustice and I believe you will win!
missed you sonia! this absolutely broke my heart and im so shocked because i had no idea about any of this.... my heart goes out to you and your people.
Thank you, Thank you... Gracias de todo corazón.
I pray for Venezuela. I have one friend there and I am already in contact with him. I hope the country comes out of this mess soon. I hope your family is fine there. God bless everyone.
soniastravels I missed you sooo much!
soniastravels great to have you back hope that time off was helpful for you.
Socialism shared misery for all. So sad for the people who are suffering.
soniastravels which is your first language Spanish or English
Hi Sonia, I'm from London. When I was in university in Paris a few years back I met a Venezuelan girl in my class. We hit it off from the beginning and stayed in touch for years. She would keep me updated about the situation in Venezuela and her experiences as a trainee doctor. It alway surprised me how everyone in her photos always seemed so happy but what she was telling me was so horrible (no medicines at the hospital, shortages of basic needs like toilet paper and even her friends being killed).
Then a few years later she invited me to her wedding in Valencia and I literally jumped at the chance to travel. The memory of my visit to Venezuela still brings tears to my eyes. After the wedding I travelled around the country from Valencia to the paradise islands in Los Roques, the highest waterfall in the world- Salto Angel and even the jungles of the Orinoco Delta. (I should add at this point that I always had my clothes organised in packing cubes thanks to you!).
But travelling alone through the country, it wasn’t the sights that make nostalgic, it’s the people. The friends I made who welcomed an English girl to their country. The families who welcomed me into their homes and didn’t ask for anything in return. The endless amount of hugs I got from strangers who were excited a tourist had visited their country and I couldn’t believe that they were so apologetic if their English wasn’t so good. The love in Venezuela is something I have never experienced before. The people are Venezuela and it is the people I miss the most.
I ask my friends every year if I can go back and visit and every year they tell me the situation is getting worse. I can’t predict the country’s future but nobody deserves what they are going through. I pray for Venezuela and for the people. Thank you for making this video and wishing your family and friends safety, security, health and happiness. xxx
saddly u haven´t ear it all.... ARCO MINERO... they are killing the rainforest
Thank you for your kind words Isra. It feels so good to know there's people like you who really got to know our country and is truly worried about it.
Wow Mija...
I really did miss you..
I have a flight June 12
I love your videos and I am watching them to make sure I have an easy flight from toiletries and turning coach into first class...
I hope Venezuela gets better.
Dios will help you and your people.
Love you!!😘😘
In Mexico, on my dads side, his family is all in the countryside and normally it is calm but gangs are taking over so now when I go June 14, I have to stay in the City.
No estas sola mija.
Sonia, muchos saludos desde Argentina, la situación de Venezuela es triste, sus hermanos latinoamericanos los estamos mirando con preocupación pero orgullosos de su lucha! Fuerzas!!
I missed you girl!!! Do what you have to do. Sending you love and positive vibes. Thanks for keeping us updated and educated. Can't believe that this is happening to your homeland. :(
Hola, Sonia!! Me parece excelente que uses tu voz en este medio para hacer saber lo que está pasando en tu país. Te mando un enorme abrazo desde Argentina y sabe que contas con todo mi apoyo.
Sonia! Muchas bendiciones y fuerza. I wish your country love and peace and your people (our spanish family!) courage and strength. Beautiful message. Very well said. I recently found your videos because I'm going to travel all by myself soon and I was SUPER stressed out. But, your charisma, great tips and just being you helped me a lot! Thank you for making videos, I look forward to the next ones. Much love and much support from me, my family and all of Puerto Rico!
Praying for you, your family and all of the people of Venezuela.
Sonia, soy de Venezuela también.Tus palabras reavivaron esa sensibilidad y tristeza que muchos de nosotros sentimos cada día a causa de todo lo que está pasando en nuestro hermoso país. Yo extraño muchísimo estar allí disfrutando y recorriendo cada rincón con toda la gente que amo. La lucha continúa y desde afuera debemos apoyar a nuestros hermanos de todas las formas que podamos.Gracias por ese vídeo, bendiciones!
Amo que hayas vuelto y amo este mensaje sobre nuestro pais, mucha gente no sabe lo que pasa.
I was there last year, and all you say is very generous to describe all the things I've saw. All my friends have return. I wish all the best for you and your family and ..... your Venezuela
Thank you for sharing what is on your heart and mind and bringing light to what's going on in Venezuela. I'm sure I can speak for many of your subscribers when I say that you and your country have our support, thoughts, and all the positive vibes we can send your way!
Estoy muuuy agradecida de que estés de vuelta. Mientras no subías nuevo videos he visto un montón de veces todo los que están en el canal.
Cambiando de tema lo que pasa en Venezuela lo he seguido en varios medios y cada día se ve que la gente sigue luchando y el gobierno hace lo imposible para reprimierlos, pero las personas no van a parar hasta que surjan cambios verdaderos para el país. Espero tu familia y amigos se encuentren bien y que sigan luchando por sus derechos.
I've been missing seeing your face in my subscriptions for ages and delighted to have you back!! I hope regularly? Thank you so much for sharing this issue and educating us in what's going on. It's something I haven't heard of as it hasn't been reported in mainstream news in the UK but I will defiantly look into. ❤️
I heard the pain in your voice, Sonia. I cannot imagine what you're experiencing but I do thank you for being vulnerable. You're a vibrant, well traveled woman with a successful UA-cam channel AND you're a person with concerns, fears, frustrations, etc. Thank you!
I had noticed you weren't posting videos anymore, and you were the first "channel" on UA-cam I subscribed to! I knew you were from South America, but didn't remember the Venezuelan roots. I also know the country has been suffering and low oil prices are a factor - surprised at other's reactions of not knowing. It brings forward so many things we take for granted, so thanks for posting.
I wish the best for your family and your country. And I'm glad to see you again.
So glad that you are back!! Thank you for sharing the struggle that is happening in Venezuela and for sharing the resources. It is important to get the word out about the atrocities that are occurring there. Praying for change over there.
WOW! Welcome Back! It's been a really long time!! I'm so very sorry that your country is having so much turmoil! Will definitely pray for all of them!
Hola Sonia! Te escribo desde Argentina. Nuestro país estuvo por muchos años siguiendo los pasos de Venezuela y es un milagro que hayamos podido desviar la ruta. Así que siento muy de cerca lo que está sucediendo en tu país, y realmente espero que las cosas mejoren pronto! Muchas fuerzas
Oh my god, I'm so happy to see a new video from you!!!! Made my day! And everytime I see some bad news about Venezuela I think of you (I'm brazilian, so we're neighbors). It's sad but, as you said, the population wants to have their voices heard. In Brazil is happening some political stuff too but not as bad as in Venezuela. I hope things get better soon!
Love you!!
Muchas gracias por este video, Sonia. Ojalá esta pesadilla termine pronto y puedas mostrar nuestro país en alguno de tus viajes. ¡Un abrazo!
Tanto tiempo leyendo sus opiniones y consejos sobre viajes con esa elegancia y sencillez natural que solo da una adecuada cuna,siempre supe que era venezolana por instinto,por su gracia y hoy llegó al límite de lo que se puede expresar desde el corazón sin caer en insultos ni provocaciones.Gracias Sonia
I only recently got the Fluez Spanish course and at first I was kind of bummed to see that Ms. Gil hasn't been posting recently but I understand now why. I deeply respect and understand that her and the beautiful country of Venezuela have more important things going on then to post travel videos for us. Thank you for all the hard work that you and the good people at Fluenz have done (as well as your other non Fluenz work) and for making the world (and its languages) a little more accessible for us. I will be following and supporting the people of Columbia as well as all the other countries and people that seem to be going through difficult times (Australia, the UK, USA, China etc...).
Te extrañaba muchoooo!!! fuiste la primer vlogger de viajes que vi y me hiciste amar youtube y vlogs de viajes. Venezuela saldrá de este impass. La gente está en la calle y solo así saldrá esa gente. Bendiciones!
I can hear in your voice and I can see it in your eyes how this situation in Venezuela hurts you... I am so sorry and I can understand your situation because my country Greece is going throught a tough time to... I pray for our countries and all the people there and my heart goes out to everyone of those who are hurting right now.
Hola Sonia: me alegró mucho ver que había un nuevo video en tu canal, pero me entristeció tb al escucharte tan afligida por la situación en Venezuela. Encuentro que es terrible. Desde hace un par de año que vengo diciendo a quienes conozco que, cuando le gente comienza a pasar hambre, significa que los gobiernos no están haciendo lo correcto. Espero que la situación se mejore y un abrazo para tí. Carolina, una chilena residente en Moscú.
I've missed you Sonia!! You got me through my Europe trip and ever since I've wished for you to come back. This is a awesome video, thank you for bringing light to some important issues in South America. From one Latina to another, I am with you.
Welcome back. Your travel series helped me a lot. I'm from Barbados in the Caribbean and have ties in Venezuela. My heart is with you and your fam.
Welcome back! I've really missed your videos and your spirit. Thank you for opening my eyes even more to this issue.
gracias Sonia, excelente manera de volver !!!!!! saludos desde Mcbo.
Dear Sonia, we are so glad you are back - thank you for sharing your thoughts about the situation in Venezuela - times have to be tough for a southamerican country to make it into the european news... I hope that they will get through it soon, all my hopes and wishes are with you!
Welcome back Sonia :) Sad to hear about the situation in your home country. It`s sad to hear. Keep fighting for your dreams and rights.
Thank you for this very informative and important message. Thank you for focusing on what is important and providing links to easily lend a helping hand. Love your channel.
Sonia!! Could not be happier to see you!!! I bought Fluenz in Spanish too.
Welcome back.
Hello, Thank you for coming back. I love your videos. My mom is Venezuelan; I understand your pain. I I went to Venezuela twice last year to visit my family and help them out financially. It's truly a tragedy what's going on there. I spent many wonderful summers there as a child. It is heart breaking what I witness and what my family is liveing through. I MISS MY OLD VENEZUELA!
Hi Sonia! I'm glad that you're doing well. Thank you for bringing this information to light. I'll do what I can to help support this awareness. Looking forward to your new videos.
Heeeey!!! O started following you and you went away, I was worried!! I'm so glad you're back..tks for sharing this, it's 😭 ..but that makes you even more special. We should pray for our countries, Brasil is going to serious horrible stuff also and I love my country, it's painful to see..
Hola Sonya! Te empecé a seguir hace dos años cuando me preparaba para mi primer viaje! Fuiste el primer canal de UA-cam relacionado a viajes que empece a seguir.. Ahora mismo me preparo para un nuevo viaje, fue lindo rvolverte a ver en mi suscription box Saludos!
Thank you Sonia for bringing this to our attention. I Will pray for your county and will spread the word. So good to see you. God Bless .
I'm soo sorry about what ur experiencing I totally understand u. I'm glad you had some time to gather your thoughts. Continue to spread the word about Venezuela and if possible continue to bring joy not tears to viewers with travel videos
As someone from an ex-socialistic country I can very much relate how you feel. I am emmigrant as well, have been living in five different countries over the last years. Also because I love traveling and learning about different cultures but most of all because I wanted more from life and Slovakia even after 28 years didn't quite got on their foot again. My whole family is still living there and I think very often about ways how to give back. How to contribute and help. I wish your country all the best and thank you for sharing with us. We are with you.
Sonia querida, I share your pain and hope every day that Venezuela gets out of this horrible nightmare soon. All over Latin America we have Venezuela in our hearts and are eager to help however we can. Lots of love and be strong.
You are right so much has happened in this past year. You have been missed I thought the worst had happened to you. I plead ignorance on the situation of your home country. I am glad that you have taken this time to let us know what is happening. This is something that can not be ignored and must be followed up on. Thank you.
So glad to see you back, Sonia. Really missed you and your videos. Hope everything's fine. Will definitely pray for Venezuela. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Haven't watched the video yet but missed you Sonia!💖
Rooting for Venezuelien people, I totally wasn't aware of this sadly....
Ada banana. Fuck Venezuela
Que bueno que use su plataforma para hablar sobre este tema! Fuerza, Venezuela. Saludos desde Honduras
Hola Sonia. Me alegra tu regreso. Es increíble lo que está pasando en tu país y más increíble todavía que nadie intervenga. Ni siquiera el Papa! Ojalá pronto se calme la situación y ojalá no haya más muertos, que es lo más terrible. Mi solidaridad desde Argentina. Me imagino que no debe ser nada fácil para vos teniendo a tu familia ahí.
I'm so sorry this is going on in your country. My heart goes out to you and Venezuela. It's good to hear from you. I look forward to watching your videos.
Thank you Sonia for making us aware of this situation. I know the feeling since my country is also falling apart (Brazil) and our beloved ones are facing that on the daily basis, it's heartbreaking. I wish all the best for Venezuela and for the world.
🙏
Sonya I really missed you.
Enserio, de vez en cuando checaba tu canal para ver si habías subido un vídeo y por fin lo has hecho! :') De alguna manera, me preocupe mucho pero que bien saber que te encuentras bien. Y si todo mi apoyo a Venezuela!
However I can help I will. Lots of love from Mexico City. ❤💖
A couple of months ago I was visiting the part of my family who still lives in Venezuela for the holidays. I didn't know what was I supposed to pack and I came across to your videos. I ended up loving your videos and your charisma, so I decided to suscribe even though you haven't posted that much lately. Today, I came here excited to see what you were bringing and I get the very pleasant surprise that you're Venezuelan just like me! What are the odds? I think that's wonderfully amazing. Keep bringing amazing content. I know that everyone who's fighting back home against the corruption and the dictatorship that they're living in are on the right side of history. I know that these horrible moments that people are living in Venezuela will bring us together and will also give us a chance to improve as a country. Viva Venezuela!
:)
I will write this in Spanish...me da tanta pena lo que ha pasado por tanto tiempo en Venezuela y que se haya llegado a esto. Soy chilena y a acá han llegado miles de venezolanos buscando una vida mejor. Pero me consta que todos volverían a su pais, si allá hubiera esperanza de ...vivir! no pueden y tienen el corazón roto. Nuestro país los recibe, pero extrañan el mar caribeño, su tierra y su gente, Chile es distinto, el mar es frío, la gente es más sobria...La falta de Estado de Derecho en Venezuela me asombra y me da rabia, porque ninguna opción política justifica que en un país no hayan servicios basicos, que se encarcele a los opositores, que se niegue hasta que organizaciones internacionales opinen de lo que pasa.
Pero a la vez se que van a salir de esto. Chile, después de casi 20 años, y desde 1982 incontables protestas, logró sacar al dictador Pinochet por medios democráticos. Costó, se sufrió y muchos murieron en ello, pero se pudo. Lo van a lograr, la Historia está tras ustedes!
PD: durante la dictadura, Venezuela recibió a muchos exiliados chilenos. Cada vez que me encuentro con un venezolano aca, me acuerdo tanto del sufrimiento actual de ellos como de la generosidad que tuvo el país hacia nosotros en su momento. Espero de verdad que mis compatriotas piensen en eso al verlos y nos tratemos todos con empatía y respeto.
gracias
You make my day! Gracias por tus hermosas palabras Francisca. Ultimamente escucho cada vez más y más de personas allegadas o conocidas en Venezuela que decidieron irse a Chile, y a veces me preocupa o pienso en el hecho de que quizás los chilenos puedan sentirse "afectados o invadidos"pero hoy tus palabras me dan aliento, espero que como tu dices todos puedan respetarse y ponerse en los zapatos del otro, que mientras esten allá puedan trabajar en Pro de Chile y que cuando toda esta pesadilla finalice puedan volver a Venezuela con Chile en el corazón, como un lugar que los acogió con los brazos abiertos. Un abrazo para ti desde Sudafrica :)
de nada Jesica :) La verdad en Chile hemos estado pasando por una etapa de ajuste hacia una cantidad mucho mayor de inmigración a la que estabamos acostumbrados. Desde 2010 ha crecido muchisimo la inmigración desde otros países latinoamericanos (4,9% al año). La mayoría de la gente que conozco está, sea a favor de esta inmigración, o a lo menos no en contra, pero sí hay gente que no le gusta esto. Tienen las tipicas aprehensiones de que "quitan trabajo" o que "cambian la cultura", cosas que a mi me parecen falacias... además ¡me encanta que ahora hayan carritos de arepas en las calles de Santiago! jajaja. Y si, lamentablemente muchos son derechamente racistas (anteriormente no había casi gente de raza negra en Chile y ahora sí la hay, además de venezolanos han llegado muchos haitianos y dominicanos). Esta tensión ha traido problemas, pero yo soy optimista, pienso que en un tiempo nos vamos a ajustar a esta nueva realidad y los intolerantes van a quedarse de lado.
Personalmente trabajé en asesoría jurídica gratuita a inmigrantes en situación irregular y también he conocido a varios venezolanos en el día a día. No soy prejuiciosa porque sé como llegan a este país, en qué condiciones y con qué motivos. Me consta que son personas trabajadoras y que, como escribí, se fueron del país con mucho dolor pero no les quedaba otra alternativa.
Animo a uds también, lo que está pasando es de verdad terrible pero no hay como ganarle al peso de la historia, el régimen de Maduro va a acabar más temprano que tarde y el país va a poder reconstruirse y llegar a una reconciliación, asi como pasó acá. Saludos!
Muchas gracias por este video tan sincero y solidario. Que Dios nos regale pronto tiempos de paz para nuestro bello país. Te mando un abrazo margariteño desde Canadá.
de venezolana a venezolana, muchas gracias, hermana. thank you for using your platform to bring awareness to our situation. yo todavía vivo acá y, aunque las cosas están peor, la gente se está dando cuenta de que ya es por supervivencia, no es sobre colores o partidos políticos; nos estamos muriendo y no hacíamos nada al respecto. la gente está despertando, y yo sólo espero que toditos los que quedan indecisos despierten lo más pronto posible para salir de esto de una sola vez.
again, thank you, thank you, thank YOU! cariños xxx
Que linda muchacha... mi rsposa siempre esta pendiente de tu canal y cuando subsiste el video me dijo para que lo viera. Dios mediante Venezuela saldrá adelante y seremos libres de esta pesadilla que afecta nuestro país.
Un abrazo bien apretado desde Calgary.
So glad to see you again...wish it was under better circumstances. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...
Gracias por hacer este video y concientizar sobre la situación en Venezuela. Espero desde el fondo de mi corazón que esto termine lo más pronto posible. Saludos desde México. And welcome back!
Sonia! So lovely to see you; and still so sad about venezuela. I hope it gets some peace soon.
Good to see you again Sonia! Thanks for educating your audience about things in the world that matter to you. I know I learned something!
Que bellas tus palabras. Te entiendo tanto. Estoy en Madrid hace tiempo ya y es muy frustrante. Gracias por hacer este vídeo !
Thank you for opening my eyes. I miss your channel but I had no idea about this crisis. I cried throughout this video and would like to do something to help - thank you for posting this.
Praying for you and for safety for your family. Great to see you back. Thanks for continuing to educate us - this time about the magnitude of the crisis in Venezuela.
One of my best friends is from Venezuela. Her parents were both born there. I support her, you, and all the citizens of Venezuela. Sending prayers and love. It's good to have you back.
So sorry I have been watching what's happening in Venezuela thanks to Michelle Lewin, and so glad you have brought attention to it as well. I hope it ends soon and it gets better, please continue to raise awareness about what's going on so many people need to know,
I will send positive energy to Venezuela. Your videos inspired me to do my first solo International trip to Amsterdam back in 2014. I used to love you tapping on the camera lens. I missed you, Sonia!
No sabia que eres de Venezuela. Entiendo tu preocupación y estoy de corazón con mis hermanos venezolanos. Happy to see you back!
Thank You Sonia!
It crumbles my heart knowing that i have the chance to get medical aid, food, and even the chance to think in my personal growth or mundane worries while our people struggle with the uncertain future, and lose theirselves trying to survive and hold themselves in that caos.
So im really grateful whenever i see the people i follow, speak up and spread this situation with the rest of the world.
My heart breaks for what your country is going through and how saddened you are. My prayers are with your family and friends for safety and for things to change soon.
you are the only Venezuelan I "know". Thank you for your videos, thank you for your message. I could easily see in your eyes the sad and the sorrow. Surely is hard, please try to stay strong!
I think of you every time I hear more of the tragedy of your homeland. I hope you are well. And your family back in Venezuela.
Sonia, I'm glad you're back :) Your vlog was first I ever start watching. And I know what you're feellling. In Poland (Europe) we know what socialism really was. That can crushed people, economy, relations. On the second hand, I can imagine how country with so many petroleum is goin' down... Anyway I keep fingers. I know that after rain the sun will come
Nice to see you again. Like everyone has already said... have missed your content. Can feel the heartache from your words. Venezuela and it's people deserve so much better...for a country to not even have the most basic goods and services is a reflection of the incompetence and corruption of it's government. The people's courage to protest for change must never waiver.
Por lo que pasamos en México no ha llegado al grado de Venezuela, pero todo mi apoyo con ustedes. Es difícil ver tantos derechos y tanta gente abusada por la gente que nos gobierna cuando su trabajo debería ser protegernos. Un abrazo a todo venezolano leyendo esto! Espero que salgan pronto de esa terrible situación.
First, let me say that I am relieved that you and your family are okay. Secondly, thank you for announcing to your fans the current and ongoing strife in your native Venezuela. I have no doubt that the sun will reappear from behind the clouds of turmoil sooner rather than later.... Prayers & Best Wishes.....
Sonia! Thanks for bringing this to everyone's attention. It seems like media is focusing on others BUT Venezuela.
Love you Sonia! Glad to hear you're back
Sendings positive vibes from Thailand :D
I miss Sonia! Her videos inspired me to solo travel and the last two years I’ve travelled to over a dozen countries by myself!
I hope the situation in Venezuela is getting better. And I hope Sonia comes back too!
Thank you for this video! I have a passion for the Spanish language, for Latin America and for those living in poverty... however, I did not know about what is going on in Venezuela. I will share the word to the best of my ability and I hope things can change for the best, people really can make a difference!
Thank you for using your voice and your platform to share this. I do not personally know any Venezuelans, so this is vastly more information than I have had up to this point.
Gracias por compartir esto!
Welcome back
Sonia, I live in Manaus - Brazil, a city near Venezuela and we have been receiving many people from there looking for basic things that are missing in their country, as you said. They are currently living in a camp under a viaduct in groups. Most of them are natives and the majority is children and women. College students are raising awareness about the situation and running a campaign so civilians can donate food, clothes, water, medicine, etc. The political, economic and social situation of my country is bad, we are facing the worst crisis in our history, but we are doing our best to help. My prays are with Venezuela. We are stronger together!
Dear Sonia, I recently discovered your channel, thank you for your very useful and entertaining content on travel, really love and appreciate it and you are delightful to watch and learn from. Now this post is just so moving, thank you for your heartfelt account and bringing it HOME!! I had the honor of visiting Venezuela in 2011, at the time, it was already a "travel at your own risk" place to visit, but we had our heart set on visiting Los Roques, the most beautiful place I've ever been to (and also went to beautiful Choroni). I remember being afraid at the airport, sad to see mostly empty duty-free shelves, and stunned at no running wáter at the airport. The employees explaining how it had been that way that whole week (Easter week) with a blackout. I couldn't imagine it could get any worse. I pray for there to be change for the better soon. Your words help us spread the Word. Awareness is key to make change. Un fuerte abrazo de animo para tu gente, tu país, tu corazón. Anna Tulia
Great vid and welcome back! It is so sad what's happening. Hope there is a solution for this quickly
Stay strong girl, Venezuela will get better some day. It may get worse before it get better, but don't give up hope. Oh and thank you for your hard work on Fluenz; I just started a couple weeks ago but I'm loving it.
I've been following this for a while, and it's so tragic. I wish Venezuela the best, and I'll look at the initiatives linked.
Thank you, Sonia, for speaking about this.
Welcome back. My heart sank the other day when a Venezuelan UA-cam user said that she/he has already lost many family members and friends due to this situation. I am sending you, your family, and the people of your country much love & peace.
Great to see a new video post from you Sonia! Everyone should be a aware of the problems in Venezuela 🇻🇪. I sincerely hope that things improve there!
Your family, friends, and country are in my thoughts. I hope relief and peace come soon.
This must be so hard for you to see your family and friends and fellow Venezuelans in this terrible crisis. I hope the will of the people is heard and positive changes come. Please take care, to you and your loved ones!
Used to love your videos when I first got so obsessed with travel. Since your last video I moved to Vietnam! good to see you back
SOOOOO glad to see you again !!!! I know is being tough in Venezuela I have friends there :( thank you for the links!
Gracias Sonia! Beautifully said!
I'm glad you're back, I'm from Brazil . we know and feel what's happening in Venezuela.
Hopefully things get better there and here
Glad to see you back, but I'm even more glad to see you using your platform for this cause. In my work (immigration law) I've seen many cases of Venezuelans applying for asylum in the US. The facts in their cases are astounding and heartbreaking. Basic human rights--like the right to simply express your honest beliefs--are a dangerous concept in Venezuela. Con todo mi corazón, espero que todo se resuelva pronto. Para el bien de todos, pero especialmente los niños y enfermos que andan sin los recursos básicos.
good to see you Kiddo. These are terribly troubling times. Quite stressful. I pray that things will change.
Thank you so much for this video! I can totally relate - I am Ukrainian, and even though I live abroad now, I've participated in two revolutions in 10 years. I understand how hard it is to see your country in such a deep turmoil. I can only say that my heart is with Venezuelan people - I fully support your fight against tyranny and injustice and I believe you will win!
missed you sonia! this absolutely broke my heart and im so shocked because i had no idea about any of this.... my heart goes out to you and your people.
Thank you for this video and your support and commitment to your country. Proud of you..