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  • Опубліковано 27 січ 2019
  • CORRECTION: Female Asian Elephants can reach 2.2m tall - I don't know where I got 4m from. Imagine a 4m tall elephant, that would be terrifying.
    We visit an Elephant Sanctuary in Chiang Mai Thailand, visit the country's tallest mountain Doi Inthanon and its twin pagodas, and find the cure to homesickness in a cat cafe.
    Instagram: @halfasleepchris

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  • @HalfAsleepChris
    @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +263

    Female Asian Elephants can reach 2.2m tall - I don't know where I got 4m from. Imagine a 4m tall elephant, that would be terrifying...
    P.S. Super-exciting sort of anouncement video on Thursday at 5!

    • @jojoyce1313
      @jojoyce1313 5 років тому

      Yay!
      Oof

    • @ericmorris2103
      @ericmorris2103 5 років тому +2

      Do mammoths count? I love your channel!

    • @Deeznutsmynamejeff21
      @Deeznutsmynamejeff21 5 років тому

      Half-Asleep Chris ah

    • @cyberjarno7976
      @cyberjarno7976 5 років тому +3

      If I would see a 4 meter elephant I would be far gone I would be back in Belgium (where I live) in no time

    • @aaronsuys4367
      @aaronsuys4367 5 років тому +1

      #ripreggie

  • @mac5186
    @mac5186 5 років тому +248

    Reggie even though gone is still very proud of you

  • @samanthalee7049
    @samanthalee7049 5 років тому +183

    I’m glad I found this channel.

  • @YepThatSureIsMyName
    @YepThatSureIsMyName 5 років тому +93

    I love your voice. I'm still sad about your cat, Reggie.

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +26

      Thanks! So am I :(

    • @YepThatSureIsMyName
      @YepThatSureIsMyName 5 років тому +2

      3 of my friend's cats died recently. I miss them.

    • @lynnmartz8739
      @lynnmartz8739 5 років тому +2

      The only thing that I find that helps when losing a pet is to give a good life to another. You can never replace them, but it still helps, and you love the new ones as well. I'm so glad for Ralph and Tom Hanks.

    • @maevecarty9618
      @maevecarty9618 2 роки тому

      We all are

  • @teegandiy3725
    @teegandiy3725 5 років тому +93

    A cat cafe sooo cute

  • @starrygeek759
    @starrygeek759 5 років тому +66

    So happy the travel journal is back 😀

  • @heyitsh2639
    @heyitsh2639 5 років тому +54

    Another amazing video! Still miss Reggie:( but the cat cafe and elephants look so fun

  • @kerfunkode9903
    @kerfunkode9903 2 роки тому +11

    I love this channel so much! Don't stop uploading!

  • @oliverdanielsen263
    @oliverdanielsen263 5 років тому +9

    Hi, i an Oliver from norway. I an 13 years old, i have watched your videoes for a while. You inspire me to do Things. Thank you!!

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +2

      I love Norway. I've been twice :) Thanks, glad to hear it!

  • @cloudofd00m
    @cloudofd00m 5 років тому +31

    I love your content and carry on with everything your doing.

  • @sven253
    @sven253 5 років тому +23

    That. Is. *AMAZING!!!*

  • @beermonkey18271
    @beermonkey18271 4 роки тому +2

    The little cat in the red short is so cute!!! Omg his little clothes are amazing!! I love little kitties like that!

  • @4thrv1250
    @4thrv1250 4 роки тому +5

    Before I found this channel, I could't even imagine an awesome youtuber and caring person like you. Reggie will always be the cute and furry cat he always was.

  • @ericmorris2103
    @ericmorris2103 5 років тому +42

    Elephants are my favorite animal ever. (Besides cats of course) It infuriates me that people mistreat these beautiful, majestic creature's! They shouldn't be in circuses or zoo's. They are so intelligent, they are the only animals that morn their dead for long periods of time. They actually visit the site where they died and pass around the bones. It's crazy that we know they are capable of those types of emotions yet we treat them how we do!😭😭😭

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +8

      They're crazy smart, and it's sad to see how they're treated :(

    • @teddi5039
      @teddi5039 5 років тому

      Elephants are one of my favorites as well. I want my children and their children’s children and etc to experience these beautiful creatures

    • @teddi5039
      @teddi5039 5 років тому

      Elephants are one of my favorites as well. I want my children and their children’s children and etc to experience these beautiful creatures

    • @avrumfrankel
      @avrumfrankel 4 роки тому

      I just wonder how they bring themselves to do these things it's just sickening

    • @rayyanibrahim451
      @rayyanibrahim451 4 роки тому +2

      Circuses are messed up but there are some good zoos who treat their elephants well. Check out San Diego Zoo or Chester Zoo , they care for all of the animal's needs.

  • @LittleAnnoyngThing
    @LittleAnnoyngThing 5 років тому +18

    You made me cry within the fist two minutes! (Again)
    This is a familiar feeling brilliantly expressed on a medium that one wouldn’t expect :)
    The baby elephants near killed me with their cuteness. Your shots are beautiful and memorable! Thank you for this series!

  • @henrywinter8006
    @henrywinter8006 5 років тому +16

    Yes it’s back the travel journal
    Great video Chris

  • @jamsdem2311
    @jamsdem2311 5 років тому +14

    Yes! The travel journey! This was Amazing!

  • @cedar_ghost
    @cedar_ghost 5 років тому +2

    Love your handwriting! It's funny how humans mostly get homesick for their pets, once I was away on a long journey and got really homesick for Scamper and Hope, my two dogs.

  • @celiabobelia96
    @celiabobelia96 5 років тому +45

    Currently in the process of building a box fort for my cat - Reggie’s fort is good inspiration :)

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +14

      No way, so am I! (I was a bit apprehensive as they were abandoned in a cardboard box so it didn't seem appropriate, but they have both taken a liking to one I've had around the house). Hope it goes well! :)

    • @hollowaychris77
      @hollowaychris77 4 роки тому

      Nice

  • @beermonkey18271
    @beermonkey18271 3 роки тому +1

    The little cat buddy in the vest is the cutest thing i’ve ever seen! His little jacket!!!! 😊

  • @CoryMacVie
    @CoryMacVie 5 років тому +6

    As always, I’m astounded by your creativity and unique story telling. You are without a doubt one of my favorite UA-camrs.

  • @aidanjones9236
    @aidanjones9236 5 років тому +5

    Those elephants and kitty we're so cute!!!! also I so happy to see the travel journal back again!

  • @4thrv1250
    @4thrv1250 4 роки тому +2

    The baby elephant definetly put a smile on my face :D
    Reggie will always be remembered and has gone down in Chris-History

  • @DrakeFromStateFarm
    @DrakeFromStateFarm 5 років тому +6

    Imagine if Matthew the elephant just started running towards you. That’s scary, the fact that I saw a video of a golf kart driving and then a elephant running pretty fast looking at the size of it.

  • @animecrssv2136
    @animecrssv2136 5 років тому +4

    I needed a good wholesome video

  • @AndrewMadeAFilm
    @AndrewMadeAFilm 5 років тому +1

    Those elephants are majestic

  • @izzyf6837
    @izzyf6837 5 років тому +4

    I’ve only just found your channel and I’m so happy I did - this is the purest and most amazing channel ever I absolutely love it so I just want to say thank you for providing the world with this x

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +1

      Thanks, really glad you enjoy my videos! :)

  • @ItsRhysOfficial
    @ItsRhysOfficial 5 років тому +6

    I always miss my cat when I go away ):

  • @BornAdventures
    @BornAdventures 5 років тому +4

    I'm excited to see this series making a return, you look like you two had such an epic trip. I'm sure editing the older footage is bringing back many great memories

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +1

      Thanks a lot! It is, and it's great to be finally making them - I've had these videos on my mind for so long now! :)

  • @laurenngng
    @laurenngng 5 років тому +5

    This is so darn good!
    I can never imagine how much effort you put in the stop animations, filming and editing

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +1

      Thanks so much! A lot of time haha, especially that opening shot :)

  • @TheUnluckyJirachi
    @TheUnluckyJirachi 5 років тому

    This is the most wholesome channel on UA-cam. Thank you for your amazing content, Half-Asleep Chris.

  • @bartjevandermaas7477
    @bartjevandermaas7477 5 років тому +1

    I found your channel and saw two vids and i am sure that this is the best youtube channel on the internet of the hole milky way galaxy!!!!! Keep on making vids! We al love you!!

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому

      Thanks a million, that's quite high praise! :)

  • @ckrisko7739
    @ckrisko7739 5 років тому +1

    I can’t believe you only have 60k subscribers! Your videos always draw my attention with the amazing editing, music, and cats!! I hope to see a large spike in subscribers in the near future. Please continue the great work!!

  • @anvijoshi7192
    @anvijoshi7192 3 роки тому +1

    The cats when they are loafing is adorable

  • @paigerook2073
    @paigerook2073 5 років тому +2

    Aw I absolutely adore Elephants and looks like such an amazing trip and experience thank you for sharing with us ❤️

  • @olive7347
    @olive7347 5 років тому +1

    My mother's favorite animal is elephants.
    Happy to see the travel journal back!

  • @yiootyyu5783
    @yiootyyu5783 5 років тому

    I love your travel journal greetings from Thailand!🇹🇭

  • @shannonryan6531
    @shannonryan6531 2 роки тому +3

    I love your channel so so so much! Its one of my favs

  • @charliebadger
    @charliebadger 5 років тому +4

    That music at 3:15 is perfect for the change in feeling. It's all coconuts, elephants and marimbas :)

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +3

      Thanks Farley, it was written by one of the greats ;D I've always loved that song, even 10 years ago when I first heard it, it's just such a happy song and sounded like the soundtrack to the 'zoo tycoon' games I used to play :)

  • @teegandiy3725
    @teegandiy3725 5 років тому +7

    Love this channel

  • @vixonhq3417
    @vixonhq3417 5 років тому +1

    Well i felt home sick once when i left for a school camp touring central Australia. But got to see some amazing sights.

  • @ericmorris2103
    @ericmorris2103 5 років тому +8

    Omg that baby elephant!!! I wanna pet the baby!!! 😍😍😭😭

    • @Krypho
      @Krypho 4 роки тому

      Eric, trust me, i’m Thai, they r TERRIFYING

  • @maggiedavis2425
    @maggiedavis2425 3 роки тому +1

    The silver cat at 2:06 is the prettiest I’ve ever seen.

  • @centralintelligenceagencyc7094
    @centralintelligenceagencyc7094 5 років тому +2

    Travel journal is finally back😊😊🖒❤

  • @jorjibob
    @jorjibob 5 років тому +5

    "Alexa, what is the definition of perfect?"
    Your videos.

  • @queenieh3987
    @queenieh3987 5 років тому

    Finally! the travel journal! love it ❤️

  • @ENDSKIBIDITOILET
    @ENDSKIBIDITOILET 2 роки тому +1

    Every time I’m sad you make me happy

  • @bego3660
    @bego3660 5 років тому +1

    I love this channel!

  • @Kikilang60
    @Kikilang60 4 роки тому

    When I lived in the U.K. as child. Travel has a long, and enduring appeal in the isles. I loved exploring book shelves, and all those far away places, while stilling a comfy chair. Every book shelf had book on how to travel, and make moneying doing it. I was ten, so I never read any of those type of books. I meant to read those books later, but how would I know that point and time would only exist at that point and time. I don't live in the U.K. anymore, but you do. Hunt up these books, they all can't be gone.

  • @epicfeminist
    @epicfeminist 5 років тому +2

    YEA new Video im so glad

  • @berginsimondavid8924
    @berginsimondavid8924 5 років тому +15

    Wait...isn't Reggie dead R.I.P Reggie 2009-2018 you will be remembered 😨😨😭😭

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +10

      This footage is from November 2017 I've just sat on the footage for ages :(

    • @berginsimondavid8924
      @berginsimondavid8924 5 років тому +3

      @@HalfAsleepChris So Sorry about Reggie death it make me so sad for a cat to go away very sorry to you.

    • @tasteful_trash4773
      @tasteful_trash4773 4 роки тому

      Half-Asleep Chris I can’t stop watching the videos about Reggie in fact Reggie is what got me into watching your channel

    • @bigbabylons
      @bigbabylons 3 роки тому

      @@HalfAsleepChris Yeah true :(

  • @cradleygirl
    @cradleygirl 4 роки тому

    I can honestly say the videos I’ve watched that you’ve put on here I’ve really enjoyed watching thank you for sharing

  • @gunner678
    @gunner678 4 роки тому

    I used to speak to my dog on a satellite phone, more for her than for me. Singing songs to a dog in the middle of a war zone, such is life. Great video.....PROTECT OUR ENDANGERED SPECIES!

  • @queenierat6217
    @queenierat6217 5 років тому +2

    I've felt homesick alot on holidays missing my friends. I don't have communication with them for a week or 2 but I still got my family.

  • @jess-fr1sh
    @jess-fr1sh 5 років тому +2

    Why time zones whyyy, I’m always late! :(. All of the UA-camr s I watch upload when I’m asleep. So I feel like when I comment on how great they r they never hear it. Just like ur videos. They’re amazing! I hope nothing stops you from making them!

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому

      Hey thanks a lot! And don't worry, I'll generally check / reply to comments within the first 48 hours, after that they become a bit hard to keep track of :)

  • @fortcraftgame2
    @fortcraftgame2 3 роки тому +2

    I'm adding a cat cafe to my bucket list

  • @tiffany3819
    @tiffany3819 5 років тому +3

    I’ve been to a Cat Cafe before, and you’re right. It’s the most happiest place on earth! Hope to see your next video soon, and looking forward to it. Loved this video. Keep it up!

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +1

      Thanks a lot! We maaaaay have got addicted to cat cafes, and there maaaaay be another one in the next video.... hahaha

  • @creepything3826
    @creepything3826 4 роки тому +1

    Ive also been to Thailand, and went to an ethical elephant sanctuary and we could go with the elephants to a pool and bathe with them! It was not far from Bangkok (5 hrs ride) Ive also been to cambodia and malaysia on the way, too. This trip was inspired by your videos. keep up the good work!

  • @sportbaby2001
    @sportbaby2001 2 роки тому +1

    We have a cat cafe local to our house, and it’s not disappointing in the cuteness factor.

  • @blertbyt
    @blertbyt 5 років тому +2

    I don’t know why, but i love how you edit your videos. I could watch one video of yours for like 1 Hour bc the edits are sooo good! :)

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +1

      Thanks a lot, happy to hear it!

    • @blertbyt
      @blertbyt 5 років тому

      Half-Asleep Chris You’re Welcome 😁

  • @nova-leetaylorerose8229
    @nova-leetaylorerose8229 5 років тому

    First making a bridge for my cat now through a roller coaster of emotions I'm now binge watching your videos I. Absolutely just adore this channel please ❤️ and keep up the amazing content Chris ❣️

  • @G-Dawg-qg2ny
    @G-Dawg-qg2ny 5 років тому +2

    Thanks gor the video chris I love the travel journal and i cant wait for the next video

  • @MangosCode
    @MangosCode 4 роки тому

    During quarentine your channel has been my geography work. Thanks Chris!!

  • @emrghhhh2352
    @emrghhhh2352 3 роки тому +2

    I miss travelling so this is what I came to

  • @swagbros3220
    @swagbros3220 5 років тому +6

    Yay! travel journal is back! How have Ralph and tom hanks been while youve been gone?

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +1

      This was filmed in November 2017, I've just sat on the footage for a while :)

  • @flameguy6778
    @flameguy6778 5 років тому

    I like that unlike other people you make videos out of passion and not for a living and you take feedback from others very seriously and politely

  • @janeistired3921
    @janeistired3921 5 років тому +2

    Wow dude, I've always wanted to go to Thailand! Greetings from a fan in the States!

  • @andreawalker7138
    @andreawalker7138 4 роки тому

    Looks like it was a great trip.
    I just wanted to say a big "THANK YOU" for choosing a sanctuary that did not allow riding the elephants. (They are marvelous creatures, not vehicles.)
    Another great video, Thanks!

  • @elizaradforddesigns6488
    @elizaradforddesigns6488 5 років тому +1

    Just started watching your videos, and honestly believe you are one of the most talented UA-camrs and deserve way more subscribers!! Your storytelling is immaculate!!

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +1

      Hey, thanks a lot, really glad you like my videos :)

  • @cloudedhearts
    @cloudedhearts 2 роки тому +2

    1:29 On my island, they have something just like this called 'The Mad Catter'. Sadly, I haven’t went yet, but it’s cool!

  • @ejw9606
    @ejw9606 4 роки тому +1

    You are really cool, thanks for all your great videos.

  • @rhyfelwrDuw
    @rhyfelwrDuw 4 роки тому

    Can I be jealous? lol! I was chosen to represent Wales in Thailand, as a Ranger Guide in 1987 and I lived with 5 different families all over the country! I lost my diary when I moved after getting married so I only have my memories! There were 9 Girl Guides in a minibus! We planted rice and trees, visited schools, met the then governor of Chiang Mai, had a police escort back to Bangkok (not because we'd been bad lol) our minibus broke down while we were driving to Chiang Mai so the governor arranged for an escort for us when we went back to Bangkok! I get so excited when I see videos of Thailand because I loved the country and her people so much so sorry if I've gone on a bit about my experience!

  • @vanshikak3370
    @vanshikak3370 5 років тому

    I dont know why but I shed a tear or 2 looking at the elephants

  • @Hi_Im_Ethan
    @Hi_Im_Ethan 3 роки тому

    "super funky" I LOVE YOUR CHOICE OF WORDS!

  • @cuprum166
    @cuprum166 4 роки тому

    What a great travel video! Your work is so neat and video looks so professionally done. You must have been doing this forever.
    Sorry for the loss of Reggie and later Tom.

  • @officer_eevilbb1292
    @officer_eevilbb1292 5 років тому

    My heart broke when I saw Reggie in his fort..... Rest in Peace my furry friend... :(

  • @deesrat6892
    @deesrat6892 5 років тому

    I agree , I once went on a residential trip in primary school and I was soooo homesick , I love the elephants by the way
    I love your videos , they are so interesting , good job 👍

  • @lordspicy
    @lordspicy 5 років тому +6

    Your amazing

  • @squillybilly847
    @squillybilly847 5 років тому +1

    So sorry I'm late. I've been out for a while and missed the upload! Love your vids, keep it up my man!

  • @felixkat2044
    @felixkat2044 5 років тому +2

    I went to the same places you went to its so weird seeing these places again Thailand really is amazing 💕

  • @conetoptpwp5188
    @conetoptpwp5188 4 роки тому +1

    I actually have a condition and one of my symptoms is that my brain can’t properly feel sympathy or empathy which means that I can’t feel homesickness so even though I have asked people what it feels like but I have never probably experienced homesickness
    Also I love how on almost all his videos he likes the comments people write which shows that he reads and apreshiates them and the viewers that write and watch his content ❤️

    • @conetoptpwp5188
      @conetoptpwp5188 4 роки тому

      Also I love how on almost all his videos he likes the comments and shows that he reads and apreshiate them and his viewers ❤️

  • @sleepmedicine165
    @sleepmedicine165 3 роки тому +1

    3:05 Elephant
    Horton from the Horton hears a who movie and book loves this

  • @mary-janejenkins9560
    @mary-janejenkins9560 5 років тому

    Thank you for making such honest sincere and enjoyable videos 😁

  • @bethanywood3961
    @bethanywood3961 5 років тому

    love the video. thankyou for the best vids and the effort you put into them there amazing

  • @tobibatiste7859
    @tobibatiste7859 5 років тому

    This was such an amazing video, the videos and photos were beautiful and I told a good story that whisked me away as if I were there!

  • @lu-hp4pt
    @lu-hp4pt 5 років тому +2

    His editing is amazing 😍😍😍

  • @maremagnus
    @maremagnus 3 роки тому +1

    *Great video and content... even I'm watching it ...one year later you're so creative HAC*

  • @Bezeoner
    @Bezeoner 5 років тому

    Yet another great video from you, Chris!

  • @poppybelle23
    @poppybelle23 4 роки тому

    Went to a cat cafe in budapest after doing the house of terror museum and it was much needed and cheered everybody up a lot. Wish we had one in ireland

  • @danishikhwan7371
    @danishikhwan7371 3 роки тому +1

    The Cat Cafe has so many cats. I'm so jealous

  • @DoubleDeckerAnton
    @DoubleDeckerAnton 5 років тому

    I love elephants 🐘😊👍🔝

  • @alexanimations1168
    @alexanimations1168 5 років тому

    Nice vid mate! Did a great job! Glad it’s back!!

  • @nanna9592
    @nanna9592 5 років тому

    Aww that baby elephant was so adorable! Your videos bring so much happiness to me. I wish that one day i will also travel all around the world :)

  • @dstdog
    @dstdog 5 років тому

    I really love your content and all the time and effort that you spend.

  • @emperyan_
    @emperyan_ 5 років тому

    I love your story telling, very entertaining.

  • @lisawhite2600
    @lisawhite2600 5 років тому +1

    Have been looking forward to the travel journal's return! You did well not to sneak any of those beautiful kitties into your backpacks ;-)

    • @HalfAsleepChris
      @HalfAsleepChris  5 років тому +2

      I know! They were so cute! We even visited twice, and then a different cat cafe in another city twice as well :)

  • @moth5017
    @moth5017 5 років тому

    Great video Chris! Have to admit it’s one of your best!

  • @abbahshdbcj
    @abbahshdbcj 5 років тому

    Really missed the travel journal!

  • @DEFCON5307
    @DEFCON5307 5 років тому

    I loved seeing the cats enjoying 😍😀

  • @Lino1259
    @Lino1259 2 роки тому +1

    This was really amazing!