Biking the World’s "MOST DANGEROUS" Country (El Salvador) - Day 6/7

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  • Опубліковано 31 тра 2024
  • My goal is to change the perception of El Salvador. Welcome to my journey as I attempt to ride my bike across the entire country of El Salvador. El Salvador has been consistently ranked as having the most murders per capita in the entire world, leading El Salvador to acquire the perception of being the "most dangerous country in the world". When most people hear “El Salvador”, their mind likely jumps to negative thoughts like murder and gang activity, but I KNOW there are beautiful places to see and kind people to meet in El Salvador.
    Despite what I have heard in the news about El Salvador, I decided to purchase a bike in San Salvador, the capital city of El Salvador, and attempt to bike across the entire country. My goal is to meet and understand the local people and form my own opinions of “the world’s most dangerous country”. During my bike trip across El Salvador, I’m hoping to discover what the media doesn't show us, a beautiful country filled with a beautiful culture and people. I'm hoping to create El Salvador news that is positive.
    When I told others I was going to travel El Salvador, most people told me I needed to be careful. Most people said they wouldn’t visit El Salvador, let alone ride their bike alone across the world’s "most dangerous" country. Most people only know El Salvador through the lens of the media, and view El Salvador as a dangerous country to travel to and visit, especially as a tourist. However, I hope that my journey traveling El Salvador in 2022 can change perceptions of the country and even more, encourage you to challenge your preconceived ideas of El Salvador and form your own opinions of “the world’s most dangerous country”.
    Of course, before traveling El Salvador, like any other country in the world, I would encourage everyone to research the country’s current situation beforehand to remain safe and optimize your time in the country.
    After biking 5 kilometers in the wrong direction to start Day 6, I finally hit a groove and stop for breakfast in the town of San Martin. After a few quick El Salvadoran pupusas, a pastry, and a coffee, I sit down and figure out my game plan for the day, which is to bike to the colonial town of Suchitoto. A few kilometers past San Martin, I hear a lot of loud noise and music, so I decide to pull over on the side of the road to see what is happening. Little did I know, I would meet more kind El Salvadorans and end up attending the most unique Sunday Church ceremony I have ever experienced. After saying goodbye to my new friends, I continue biking toward Suchitoto. After arriving in Suchitoto, I go straight to the local market to get some lunch. The next day, I decide to take a rest day in Suchitoto to let my body recover and allow myself some extra time to explore my favorite place in El Salvador. Suchitoto is the most beautiful place in El Salvador with tons of charming cobblestone streets and colorful homes.
    So far I have felt extremely safe traveling El Salvador and am overwhelmed by the kindness and hospitality I am experiencing from the locals. I can't wait to continue exploring the country!
    0:00 Intro
    1:05 The Game Plan
    5:30 Absolutely Incredible!
    7:25 Suchitoto Local Market
    9:03 Why I LOVE Suchitoto
    11:07 My New El Salvadoran Grandma
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    If you are new to my channel, Welcome! My name is Matt and at the beginning of 2021 I decided to QUIT my job to pursue my dream and travel the world. In this series, I take you with me as I bike across the entire country of El Salvador, to meet the people and immerse myself in a commonly misunderstood place.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 101

  • @MattKramerTravels
    @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +15

    Welcome to Day 6/7 of my journey to ride my bike across the entire country of El Salvador. My goal in this series is to meet the local people, form my own opinions of El Salvador, and hopefully share with you another side of the country that you won't see in mainstream media. I'll be releasing daily videos for each day of my bike ride, so SUBSCRIBE to follow along the journey! 🇸🇻

    • @RONINGP1201
      @RONINGP1201 Рік тому +1

      El Salvador es uno de los países más seguros de Latinoamérica, busca la información, por favor

    • @massimo9453
      @massimo9453 Рік тому +1

      Hi Matt, it’s Max, and I just wanted to say that I’ve been watching your videos, and you are such a huge inspiration to my sisters and I, our whole family loves watching and learning from your videos! Keep doing what you’re doing and make sure to say safe. ❤️

    • @francissarmto2998
      @francissarmto2998 Рік тому +1

      Congrats for your videos. They are very great. If it wasn't for the title, I may have not click it. Well done with the title, I was curious to see about it.

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +1

      Thanks so much Massimo, I'm so glad to hear and I really appreciate the support!

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +1

      Thanks so much Francis, I really appreciate the support!

  • @Ocxmusic
    @Ocxmusic Рік тому +16

    I could see El Salvador potentially becoming much a prosperous country, a success story similar to Singapore.

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +4

      El Salvador is a beautiful country with so much potential!

  • @stevekramer6597
    @stevekramer6597 Рік тому +10

    Glad you and Douglas are having a great journey!😀

  • @gustavoalferez4825
    @gustavoalferez4825 Рік тому +12

    El Salvador is no longer the most dangerous country in the world, on the other hand is the most gorgeous country in the world, welcome to the smiling country and friendly people.!!!!

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +2

      I completely agree, El Salvador is a beautiful and kind country full of friendly people! Thanks Gustavo!

  • @user-zx9ik3bd8c
    @user-zx9ik3bd8c Рік тому +32

    Your title is misleading, El Salvador is no longer anywhere near the most dangerous country in the world

    • @helboy73
      @helboy73 Рік тому +3

      Its like " the gayest guy in the world biking through El Salvador"

    • @ultimasolucion6904
      @ultimasolucion6904 Рік тому

      @@helboy73😂😂😂

    • @dorapadilla7629
      @dorapadilla7629 Рік тому

      Thank you for visiting my country!🇸🇻👍 Que bonito video ya 30 años que no voy a mi pais! 😢

    • @tdgdbs1
      @tdgdbs1 Рік тому

      @@helboy73 What the hell have you done with your useless life so far?

    • @alexmga9303
      @alexmga9303 Рік тому +2

      Ikr! I’m tired of these titles. This guy is nice, but I don’t get it.

  • @joaquingutierrez184
    @joaquingutierrez184 Рік тому +11

    Sushitoto es bello, en los videos anteriores has visitado pueblos no tan turisticos pero Suchitoto si que lo es... espero que puedas ver nuestras playas y otros pueblos turisticos mas

  • @rachida3
    @rachida3 Рік тому +7

    رحلة ممتعة

  • @patwest8304
    @patwest8304 Рік тому +4

    What a perfect place of Suchitoto to be halfway through your journey! Thanks for taking us along with you, Matt, and can't wait to join you for the second half! Safe travels!

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +1

      Thanks so much Pat, I can't wait for the rest of my trip!

  • @lifeofeve9230
    @lifeofeve9230 Рік тому +5

    Love how the lady at the comedor called you corazoncito lol ❤️hahaha true salvadorean sales woman 🇸🇻awesome journey ! Thanks for sharing this

  • @DailyPassenger
    @DailyPassenger Рік тому +5

    ❤❤❤Your channel is literally my comfort place. 🐈Your vlogs make me so happy. 😁❤😽

  • @brandonaldana8185
    @brandonaldana8185 Рік тому

    Hey Matt! You visited my city San Martin. Quick visit but I’m glad you went. The country itself is so safe now. The Church you went to is actually the a Church that my family has gone to . I visited just a month ago, too bad I missed seeing you! Hope you enjoyed the country and come again!

  • @salvatips503
    @salvatips503 Рік тому +3

    We were the most dangerous for now is diferente story .... Thanks for visit us

  • @tomasmundo3367
    @tomasmundo3367 Рік тому +5

    Que Bella pueblo

  • @f.escobar2736
    @f.escobar2736 Рік тому +7

    sushitoto , ataco, panchimalco and Even juayua are turistics towns on that part of THE country, i like You are showing THE real locals life, not like others youtubers that only visit touristic places

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +3

      Thanks so much! I look forward to exploring more of the country!

  • @miriamquintanilla306
    @miriamquintanilla306 Рік тому +2

    Love the video 🤩 amazing

  • @coruscate253
    @coruscate253 Рік тому +5

    😃👍

  • @victorerroa3092
    @victorerroa3092 Рік тому +1

    Yo naci en el salvador y me dio gusto ver que lo visitaste y que viajaras en vicicleta por todo el país... Well Done.

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +1

      Muchas gracias Victor! Estoy disfrutando El Salvador mucho!

  • @BS-ij5wq
    @BS-ij5wq Рік тому +6

    Oh Matt the dad in me wants to cringe! Please be safe😊 I love your sweet heart 💜

  • @anavargas3473
    @anavargas3473 Рік тому +1

    Many blessings and thank you for visiting El Salvador 🇸🇻. Beautiful people…beautiful country. Thanks

  • @redpool1141
    @redpool1141 Рік тому +3

    What a nice little town you got there, Matt 😀

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +2

      Suchitoto really is beautiful!

    • @redpool1141
      @redpool1141 Рік тому

      @@MattKramerTravels Cant agree more, may God bless you on your beautiful adventure 🥰

  • @Kenikex
    @Kenikex Рік тому +2

    Suchitoto is the most beautiful, colonial town in El Salvador. It is gorgeous among the hills and by the huge lake. Art galleries, hostels in old colonial homes, amazing restaurants….

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +1

      I couldn't agree more Dennis! Suchitoto is so beautiful!

  • @ruthalberto4539
    @ruthalberto4539 Рік тому +1

    Wow....next time l want to visit that restaurant CASA 1800 and enjoy that spectacular view of the lake Sulchitlan 😀 👌 😎 😊 😍

  • @dennismartinez7168
    @dennismartinez7168 Рік тому +3

    Your data is wrong, WAS one of the most dangerous country of the world, now is one of Latin America's safest country.

  • @ruthalberto4539
    @ruthalberto4539 Рік тому +1

    Sulchitoto is my favorite city too.......it's has a beautiful waterfall and the lake Sulchitlan l recommend

  • @terrahueca5245
    @terrahueca5245 Рік тому +2

    those places were very dangerous in the Capital "suburbios"

  • @victorerroa3092
    @victorerroa3092 Рік тому +1

    The rim got damaged on the potholes and needed to be replaced for a brand new rim, especially because you were traveling throughout the country.

  • @fabiocastillo1972
    @fabiocastillo1972 Рік тому +1

    no pos ALELUYA

  • @A.G.1.5000
    @A.G.1.5000 Рік тому +1

    i will bring my rollerblades to el salvador soon!!!

  • @evertsiguenza
    @evertsiguenza Рік тому

    Ya ví varios de tus videos en El Salvador, y en este aparece el municipio donde vivo, San Martin.

  • @fabiocastillo1972
    @fabiocastillo1972 Рік тому +1

    SUCHITOTO IS , OMG

  • @edgarcampos8480
    @edgarcampos8480 Рік тому +1

    Yo estuve alli en el 85

  • @cocinandoconkarenmisplatos9104

    Please correct the title of these video. You are defaiming a country that opened the doors for you.

    • @MM-ox5go
      @MM-ox5go Рік тому +2

      What he is doing is showing a different view of what the media says. The title maybe misleading, but then by watching the video and the interactions that he has with everyday people is nothing but.

    • @ultimasolucion6904
      @ultimasolucion6904 Рік тому +1

      @@MM-ox5go there's already hundreds of "dispelling the myth" "traveling the MOST DANGEROUS" tiktoker type videos on UA-cam
      It's just patronizing and condescending
      The country might be dangerous but it's not yemen or haiti, the roads in El Salvador are amongst the best in the region with cheap food and refreshments everywhere and police if needed and the guy acts like he's biking through south sudan

  • @Sxnny_Teddie887
    @Sxnny_Teddie887 Рік тому +3

    El Salvador for.me isn't really dangerous bc I love the my country

  • @manuelcalderon2748
    @manuelcalderon2748 Рік тому +1

    The title of the video makes me feel so disgusting, you already seen it the people is so lovely and they always help. But we’ll I understand that you need viewers.

  • @robertochamagua
    @robertochamagua Рік тому +1

    Hace unos 3 ańos era muy peligro
    Ahora es todo lo contrario

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому +1

      Gracias por compartir eso Roberto! El Salvador es un pais hermoso!

  • @alfonsoparada1200
    @alfonsoparada1200 Рік тому

    Really cool video! As Salvadorean, I cannot be any happier to see someone projecting his experience there from the most neutral perspective. There is one thing, I highly doubt El Salvador is the World´s "MOST DANGEROUS" Country (yeah, in capital letters and quotation marks). There is data that confirmed that in the past and sadly happened for long period of time. Not sure how have you come up with that? I am afraid everything you portray in your video goes to the garbage once people who are not familiar with this topic run into your videos and see its title. I'm trying to be as objective as possible, thanks for your understanding.

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому

      Thanks for sharing Alfonso! My goal with this video series is to share the other side of El Salvador that cannot be seen in the media. El Salvador is a beautiful country! The quotation marks are meant to show that I don't agree with the title of Most Dangerous.

    • @alfonsoparada1200
      @alfonsoparada1200 Рік тому

      @@MattKramerTravels thanks for responding. I guess I got it wrong then. I would´ve left it with a question mark instead.

  • @benitomelendez6016
    @benitomelendez6016 Рік тому

    O think is sarcastic his highlights, that’s what I want to think

  • @echotapout183
    @echotapout183 Рік тому +1

    Should change your title El Salvador is different now

  • @Hemi-ek6bq
    @Hemi-ek6bq Рік тому +3

    El Salvador isn't the most dangerous country in the world you might want to change the title. You want dangerous go to Mexico bud.

    • @MM-ox5go
      @MM-ox5go Рік тому +1

      What he is showing by doing these videos is the opposite of what El Salvador was a few years ago. I hope that the people who get to see these videos would take a chance to come over to see by themselves that is not always true what the media says.

  • @crlsf1383
    @crlsf1383 Рік тому +1

    I really hate when they call it “the most dangerous country” just to get more views, that’s so unfair 👎🏻

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому

      My goal with this video series is to show another side of El Salvador that the media doesn't share, that El Salvador is beautiful with kind people. I used quotation marks in the title on purpose.

  • @orlandomartinez1503
    @orlandomartinez1503 Рік тому +1

    El Salvador is not dangerous anymore thanks to the government is safe for anyone that wants to visit El Salvador

  • @chrisstian99
    @chrisstian99 Рік тому +4

    Como que ya aburre abusar del mismo titulo o ''clickbait'' El País "MÁS PELIGROSO" Del Mundo

    • @carlosportillo1970
      @carlosportillo1970 Рік тому

      tranquilo bicho el esta grabando una serie de videos para tumbar la mala información que todos los días los medio internacionales le informan su población para que no viajen al salvador

  • @ingemec83
    @ingemec83 Рік тому

    Enjoy my country...(just change the title...is NO longer the most dangerous)...cheers..

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому

      Thank you! My goal with this video series is to share the side of El Salvador that mainstream media doesn't show, the beautiful and kind side to the country! I used quotation marks in the title on purpose

  • @ericalfaro6615
    @ericalfaro6615 Рік тому

    Please please!!!!
    Change your title Name ..

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому

      My goal in this video series is to share the side of El Salvador that isn't shared in mainstream media, the beautiful and kind side. I used quotation marks in the title on purpose.

    • @ericalfaro6615
      @ericalfaro6615 Рік тому

      @@MattKramerTravels I know you used “ but some people don’t understand that they just go with the Title name without watching the video.

  • @canasstarlen4786
    @canasstarlen4786 Рік тому

    BROTH MY COUNTRY IS NOT DANGEROUS… STOP USING THAT TITLE…

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому

      My goal with this video series is to show another side of El Salvador that the media doesn't share, that El Salvador is beautiful with kind people. I used quotation marks in the title on purpose.

  • @oscararmando3839
    @oscararmando3839 Рік тому

    Matt, please remove The Tittle of your material. It is offensive is Los Salvadoreńos.
    Don’t put our countries reputation down, just for you to get LIKES… this is VERY IRE-SPECTFUL TO OUR COUNTRY El Salvador

    • @MattKramerTravels
      @MattKramerTravels  Рік тому

      My goal with this video series is to show another side of El Salvador that the media doesn't share, that El Salvador is beautiful with kind people. I used quotation marks in the title on purpose.