Solo in Saigon's most dangerous district 🇻🇳

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  • Опубліковано 14 кві 2021
  • 🇻🇳 Saigon tends to have a somewhat bad reputation for being a city with a lot of stealing, especially drive-by phone snatching and bag snatching. 3 years ago in Saigon I saw it firsthand happen right in front of me. It tends to be more common in certain areas and on certain roads, according to my friends. Today with my bag and camera, I went to one of Saigon's infamous "rough" districts, a place people told me not to go, to see how the stereotypes hold up. Would I get my bag or camera stolen? Would I be stared at by thugs? Or would I meet friendly, curious locals. Come watch and I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.
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  • @Sokx41
    @Sokx41 3 роки тому +58

    Oh, for good knees and legs for walking. I used to walk 4-5 miles a day in Honolulu in the 1970s and 80s, but those times are over. I just past 80 a few days ago. Thank you for taking me on this walking tour.

    • @Sokx41
      @Sokx41 3 роки тому +3

      I mentioned at the beginning that I had visited a dangerous part of Saigon in 1966, Southwest of Nguyey Hue Blvd, somewhere along the river dock area. Now I recall that the danger was not pickpocketers but Viet-Cong, and after walking around for a while, I believe some local suggested it would be better if I leave for my own safety. As you have experienced, speaking the local language is a very big factor in getting smiles and good advice.

    • @johnle231
      @johnle231 2 роки тому

      @@Sokx41
      My grandpa use to walk many miles a day to and from work . In hue Vietnam. He passed about 34 years ago

  • @beidlern
    @beidlern 3 роки тому +92

    Chris, the interaction with the locals at the noodle shop was so genuine. The overall positive vibe and fun spirited conversation was moving.

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +13

      Glad you enjoyed it! The people there were super nice! I love small places cause you get genuine reactions and positive vibes like you said.

    • @Loirinho1999
      @Loirinho1999 3 роки тому +1

      @@chrismixlewis mong anh nhập thành người việt nam ở thành phố sài gòn

    • @ilovexu
      @ilovexu 2 роки тому

      @@chrismixlewis ZAMN😍

    • @prosschan
      @prosschan Рік тому

      I was literally gonna say this video is so wholesome , I’m Cambodian and I lived in Vietnam in hai phong in the spring of 2008 for 3 months and in 2009 for another 3 months , I find it so freaking amazing, how fluent u are !

    • @davidjo9683
      @davidjo9683 Рік тому

      Yeah. Except for eating dog.

  • @thangvo2118
    @thangvo2118 3 роки тому +57

    First two minutes of the video, he called out two other things that are more dangerous in Saigon than robbery/thieves: traffic and heat.

  • @4everasian
    @4everasian 3 роки тому +20

    I lived in District 8 for several years and never worried about thieves, being robbed or any kind of dangers. Roamed around the neighborhoods too. Recognized some of the streets and buildings you passed and just like you, got lots of friendly smiles. Stay safe. New subscriber now.

    • @QuangTruongHuyNguyen
      @QuangTruongHuyNguyen Рік тому

      Logically, you don’t steal stuffs in a place where you’re living in.

  • @sellitwithsandy9268
    @sellitwithsandy9268 Рік тому +5

    I loved this video so much!!! Thank you for shedding light on so many topics that affect all of our societies, especially in America. I wish I lived in Vietnam like you!! As a first-gen vietnamese American who’s parents escaped in 79’, seeing you create this INCREDIBLE videos makes me feel so much closer to my culture. The irony of who is delivering this message is the cherry on top of the entire experience! I sit and watch your videos with mom when she comes over to hang out with me! Lol we love you Chris! Trying to twist moms arm to go back with me but she’s still so scared. Hope to meet you soon one day!

  • @ngantran333
    @ngantran333 3 роки тому +160

    Họ sợ bạn gặp xì ke thôi, xì ke mới giật, người nghèo họ rất thân thiện. họ thấy sao khu bạn đang đi kg đẹp mà bạn lại tham quan, ho thấy lạ nên nhìn thôi, tại bạn không quen khi thấy người nhìn mình cách chăm chăm như thế, họ tò mò thôi, lần sau có gặp trường hợp tương tựa, bạn cứ nhìn lại họ và cười thân thiện, lúc đó bạn cảm thấy an tâm không còn ngại nữa, họ sẽ thích khi có người nước ngoài cười với họ.

    • @nguyenthuydung6300
      @nguyenthuydung6300 3 роки тому +2

      Chia se Tran thanh

    • @Huang-Yun
      @Huang-Yun 3 роки тому +6

      Nói Xì ke thì Chris không hiểu. Nếu nói là bọn nghiện ma túy thì cậu ấy sẽ hiểu hơn
      Mình có bà chị ở bên Mỹ. Bà ấy bảo tỷ lệ tội phạm cướp giật đa số là do người da đen và người nghiện ma túy gây ra

    • @ngantran333
      @ngantran333 3 роки тому +1

      -Chris tìm hiểu về Việt Nam! Nhiều lắm rồi, đến chính tả dấu hỏi dấu ngã bạn ấy biết luôn, rất ham tìm hiểu, đừng lo bạn ấy không hiểu nha
      - có câu : ăn quận 5, nằm quận 3, ca quận 1, dại dột quận 4, lừ đừ quận 8.. quận 4 lúc trước Giang hồ nhiều, Giang hồ dể tránh hơn ma tuý. Nên nguy hiểm vẫn quận 8. Nhưng không phải phường nào của quận 8 cũng nguy hiểm hết đâu.

    • @ThaiNguyen-tn7yx
      @ThaiNguyen-tn7yx 3 роки тому

      Ko giam than thien dau, ban cam cai iPhone 12 dung noi chuyen ngoai duong la mat tieu Trong vong 5 giay

  • @shirleyw8720
    @shirleyw8720 2 роки тому +7

    What a fantastic vid! I really loved seeing you speaking with the people at the food stall. Being willing to learn a language like that makes all the difference in the world. I’ve come to your vids from Max’s - I enjoy seeing you travelling and enjoying the world together. Wherever you both are I wish you a safe and happy Christmas :)

  • @brucewayne2773
    @brucewayne2773 3 роки тому +20

    Chris great job, it's not just about the food on your videos, it's about everything else which makes watching your videos so great.
    That first stop for food, you shared the same 3 cups for tea, not very safe considering the Covid situation
    Good job buddy and thanks for posting in English for your English speaking viewers and nothing wrong with interacting in Vietnamese with the locals. It's what makes you unique.
    Vietnamese viewers are trying to learn English especially the pronunciation part so perhaps this will be a win win situation for your future shows.

    • @wlkjhgfdsa
      @wlkjhgfdsa 3 роки тому +1

      that was very nice of you , to Chris , years a go i live in District 1 , see him walking around i was worry but he seem to be ok greeting from SD CA

  • @ThanhNguyen-ff1jb
    @ThanhNguyen-ff1jb 3 роки тому +6

    I kind of like the walking video like this. It helps me have another look to a different area in saigon. You should do more stuff like this. Keep it up chris!

  • @Fiona-rw8es
    @Fiona-rw8es 3 роки тому +12

    You work really hard for your videos! You live in the north but you are brave enough to explore the south, going to different districts to make interesting videos! People often don't realise how much work you have to put in to make a video! I hope people will appreciate yours and Max's and Phúc mập's videos more! Best wishes to you all

  • @sakurascoolchannel2971
    @sakurascoolchannel2971 3 роки тому +7

    Nice work Chris! Good to see you immerse yourself in the culture and investigate every nook and cranny. Definitely a down to earth and personal perspective, things that tourists don't get to see. The local seem to respect you, prob because your viet is fluent and they didn't make fun of you.

  • @vu4677
    @vu4677 3 роки тому +5

    Love that interactions with the locals, Chris. And you're right, in San Francisco, you really have to turn on your situation awareness.

  • @Nguyen-td9rv
    @Nguyen-td9rv 3 роки тому +59

    5:28 he meant that don't put all of your money in only one bag, separating it instead. don't put all your eggs in one basket

    • @xdgs567z
      @xdgs567z 3 роки тому +1

      What happens if he stole your multi-pocketed pants? 😂

  • @tony-nz8qp
    @tony-nz8qp 2 роки тому +3

    Wow. I am getting tired just watching you walk such a distance. This was a really good video. You can totally feel the vibe of the place. The interaction with the workers eating on the sidewalk stand was fantastic.

  • @bdlu5155
    @bdlu5155 3 роки тому +45

    I do agree with you "poor doesn't necessarily means bad". Cheers.

  • @thedudewhoiscool2271
    @thedudewhoiscool2271 3 роки тому

    What a video Chris, you are going to places not too many tourists would go. The part when you are eating hu tieu and chat with the people around there was awesome. Keep it up.

  • @tyyg9469
    @tyyg9469 3 роки тому +5

    Thanks for the video, Chris! We rarely see videos on UA-cam from areas off the beaten path in Vietnam...this one was such a delight. Enjoyed the convo with the friendly, always smiling locals. Also wondering why people leave their clothes to dry out on the street if there is such a big problem with theft. Maybe the clothes isn't worth stealing?

  • @hateclub
    @hateclub 3 роки тому +4

    Man I thought I'd exhausted all the possible options for Vietnam/Saigon youtube channels, and then suddenly I discover yours with half a million subs and a shitload of videos all from Saigon. Excellent! I'm moving there soon, just waiting for visa stuff to get sorted. Great to see a channel with someone who can speak the language too. I speak Mandarin and am hoping to pick up VNese as fast as possible. And I like going to uncommon areas, similar to what you've done in this vid. Motivational and inspirational, thanks!

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +4

      Glad you found the channel haha. Yeah I used to do videos all in Vietnamese but just recently switched to English about a month ago so that may be why you just found me 😂🤜 I was also in your position when I started learning Vietnamese (I also speak mandarin before learning Vietnamese) and it definitely helps out. Thanks for watching and best of luck!

    • @hateclub
      @hateclub 3 роки тому +2

      @@chrismixlewis yeah I know you speak Mandarin, I saw your cholon vid too. Impressive! Genuinely envious; I hope to be doing exactly that kind of thing a couple of years from now.

  • @helenduong2351
    @helenduong2351 3 роки тому +1

    I like all videos you have been posted. Thanks Chris

  • @taylor_h796
    @taylor_h796 3 роки тому +5

    This is so wholesome- locals commending you on your Vietnamese. Good job!

  • @Moaningoldscotsman
    @Moaningoldscotsman 3 роки тому +12

    My ex lives in a beautiful high rise in D8. I've been there a few times and the people were very nice. Every district has dodgy characters. I'd be surprised if they'd seen a ginger before. I'm Scottish so we are the land of ginger people.
    What a wonderful video. The locals are so welcoming.
    Love how you've learned the language so well.
    First video of yours I've watched. Looking forward to more.

  • @nhhaz2007
    @nhhaz2007 3 роки тому +4

    Chris, become your fan recently. I think you have huge advantage over other foreigner tourists since you speak Vietnamese fluently. You're instantly welcome in conversation with the local's open arms. Good luck with your everyday new adventure. People in Vietnam mostly are good and friendly. Just don't be wrong place at wrong time. That is true every where you go in this world. Video footage is improving with not too much shaking! Good job!

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +3

      Exactly! Language is the gateway to anything in a foreign country, especially connecting with people.
      Thanks for your comment! And glad the video footage is getting better haha. 🤣 trying to pay attention to how fast I move the camera.

  • @xdgs567z
    @xdgs567z 3 роки тому +4

    Wow, love the new style format for your videos...enjoyed the tour of district 8 👍 😆

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much!! Glad you enjoyed the new format 😊

  • @20luzer52
    @20luzer52 3 роки тому +8

    Your attitude is going to let you go far AND deep into many part of VN and of the world Chris. That noodle cart is a regular stop for the food shipper so know you're getting good food at very good price. Those guys will be more than happy to give you tips on daily life in HCMC, that's for sure

  • @phucmapvlog
    @phucmapvlog 3 роки тому +354

    You must be super trẻ trâu...

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +61

      The most trẻ trâu in Saigon. Also the most trẻ 🥲

    • @notv4455
      @notv4455 3 роки тому +23

      Các bàn ơi phúc mập đây.

    • @ChiNguyen-rn5ue
      @ChiNguyen-rn5ue 3 роки тому +11

      @@chrismixlewis Chris ! You live my country, I live your country . You speak my language very well, but I’m 🤭 . Rất hạnh phúc khi biết bạn thích đất nước của mình 😍

    • @lamlam92190
      @lamlam92190 3 роки тому +3

      Trẻ trâu ý nói người chưa trưởng thành như những đứa trẻ ở nông thôn đi chăn trâu, bò

    • @annanguyen3418
      @annanguyen3418 3 роки тому +1

      👭👭

  • @fredregler1563
    @fredregler1563 3 роки тому +15

    District 8 is like Disneyland compared to Baltimore City.

  • @cambodianwavelength
    @cambodianwavelength 2 роки тому

    I am so proud of you...your language acquisition skills just amaze me...thanks for some genuine inspiration.

  • @johngiacalone9650
    @johngiacalone9650 3 роки тому +2

    Holy cow, Chris. What were you thinking? My heart was pounding watching you walking around. Geesh!!!

  • @duypro96
    @duypro96 3 роки тому +10

    Thích xem những clip dạng khám phá của Chris ghê, nhìn món ăn đường phố SG có vẻ hấp dẫn mà mình chưa vào đó bao giờ :p

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +1

      Có dịp vào chơi và ăn thử! 😝😋

  • @ninaduong9310
    @ninaduong9310 3 роки тому +9

    Your Vietnamese is awesome!!! You've mentioned that you have been learning to speak Vietnamese around 3 years.
    Nevertheless, your Vietnamese is more than conversational. Kudos to you!!!
    It's called "banh cam." I have been in the US for over a few decades and got picked pocket twice, one of those times occured at the mall.

  • @vietus1040
    @vietus1040 3 роки тому +1

    Solo in Saigon's most dangerous district clip is very interesting to watch. I always support your new vidoe. Have fun.

  • @georgeforgerty2875
    @georgeforgerty2875 3 роки тому +3

    I love Vietnam!! Spent 3 weeks there in 2019. Can’t wait to go back! I’m jealous of your speaking skills!

  • @silvertavake5615
    @silvertavake5615 3 роки тому +5

    Totally agree, their is something wholesome and beautiful about having a meal with complete strangers and connecting on a deeper level as if you knew them for years. Been debating moving out of Mainland America too :/.

  • @waynelengyel1384
    @waynelengyel1384 3 роки тому +53

    Many vloggers make the same mistake. They all go to a "dangerous" area and claim that it is, in fact, safe. However, they dont mention that going to the same place AT NIGHT may be a different story.

    • @XxYayakoshiixX
      @XxYayakoshiixX 3 роки тому +7

      23:08 ftfy

    • @Peppkarton
      @Peppkarton 2 роки тому

      its funny in total, how hes walking all the time at the same road... not even going inside the slums and telling some non-sense storys about his boyfriends phone got stolen...

    • @danny24042002
      @danny24042002 2 роки тому

      @@Peppkarton just clickbait bullshit from a ginger boi

    • @richiecantos7793
      @richiecantos7793 2 роки тому +4

      @@danny24042002 it's not even clickbait, it's named a dangerous district so he titled his video as such, but he's showing that it's not that bad, maybe at night, yes it could be dangerous and deadly, but what idiot is gonna take that chance just for a youtube video?

    • @tee228
      @tee228 2 роки тому

      16:35 these guys would probably rob him at night

  • @rom5382
    @rom5382 3 роки тому +2

    I had accidentally stumbled upon your channel... and thank God I did!
    I live in the states and have not been back to my homeland for almost 20 years now.
    You speak Vietnamese really, really, really well Chris! Very little accent if any... for being in country for only 3 years, you’re doing superb!
    It took no time for me to subscribe to your channel...
    BTW, have you heard of the show “Nhập Gia Tuỳ Tục”? Check It out. I think you’re a good candidate for that show.
    Best of luck to you my friend!

  • @asiaticonaeuropa
    @asiaticonaeuropa 3 роки тому +2

    I am a native Vietnamese, born and raised in Hanoi. I am currently living in Saigon. I have to admit that:
    - You vietnamese is super!!! 100% accent from Hanoi. I love it.
    - Your vietnamese vocabularies is also excellent. I was exactly like you when first time trying "Orange cake". It tastes nowhere near Orange at all. Then I realized that it is called "bánh cam" in Saigon and "bánh rán" in Hanoi. Actually it is the same thing with different names.
    - i have never ever explored that much in Saigon. Your video are very useful. Now I can imagine what district 8 looks like 😂.
    - you are very brave to eat the "Hu Tieu" street food and then even drunk the tea with the SAME SHARED cup.
    After watching your clip, I have to subcribe to your channel. Excellent work mate !

  • @MeowTX
    @MeowTX 3 роки тому +14

    You’re so brave, Chris. I grew up in this area but been away for so long. I’m not sure i’ll be able to venture alone when i’m back in Vietnam lol

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +5

      Haha it’s actually not bad; it’s probably better than before if anything! Thanks for watching!

    • @maiphan3080
      @maiphan3080 3 роки тому +1

      Me , the same

  • @Dieuhoa22
    @Dieuhoa22 2 роки тому +12

    Thank you so much, Chris, for your kind-hearted comments and taking the time to show the many aspects of Saigon, and Vietnam in general.

  • @lxpwsk139
    @lxpwsk139 2 роки тому

    Big fan of your channel, gingerboy! Keep up the great work :-)

  • @Bangma770530146
    @Bangma770530146 3 роки тому

    Yeah! Chris is taking us where no round eye redhead has gone before! Saigon, Vietnam! The final fronteer!
    Thanks for the video upload Chris.
    You have a good one out there in Saigon, Vietnam Chris!

  • @jon-ie4li
    @jon-ie4li 3 роки тому +31

    I lived in D8 for a year and got the 56 bus into D1 most days, to say D5 and D8 are dangerous is just not true.

    • @mela6046
      @mela6046 3 роки тому

      Thanks...Hi fr NYC metro area...Litchfield County, CT,USA...just came fr da Bx, NYC .... Y going to BrK'Lyn, NYC in a few days...it is really scary at many neighborhoods there now,NO we do NOT go there at night.... in fact we no longer go out at night in Brooklyn,NYC the best part

    • @festusbojangles7027
      @festusbojangles7027 3 роки тому +1

      this. there are no dangerous parts of saigon

    • @92vynamese
      @92vynamese 3 роки тому

      it should be district 8 is the most gangster district not " dangerous " . phones or bags are easily get stolen everywhere in sai gon , so just be careful

    • @TheActiveLifeLived
      @TheActiveLifeLived 3 роки тому +1

      D4 is the real hood

  • @trinhdashiell345
    @trinhdashiell345 3 роки тому +10

    You are so brave ! I almost had heart attack watching this clip!

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +2

      Haha it actually wasn’t that bad. Nothing compared to some places in South America! 😅 What almost gave you a heart attack? Hahaa

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +1

      Yeah exactly.

    • @alfredschlegl576
      @alfredschlegl576 3 роки тому

      @@chrismixlewis christ oi sai gon khong chi co cuop giat ma rat nhieu di duc chris oi ban thich khong

  • @brettweary8491
    @brettweary8491 3 роки тому

    Great Video Young Man Well Done Very Informative Chris

  • @hoatuyetly6841
    @hoatuyetly6841 2 роки тому

    Great attitude, Chris
    Bravo 👏🏻

  • @ZacharyIvresto
    @ZacharyIvresto 3 роки тому +20

    We're all love hearing you speaking Vietnamese in every videos. I knew some of your plans and its nice to grow your channel not only in Vietnam but the entire world watchers. Wish you all the best wishes for your future's journeys ! Always and forever support youu - an amazing UA-camr !

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much! Appreciate your comment and support!

    • @luatND89
      @luatND89 3 роки тому +2

      @@chrismixlewis tôi ủng hộ làm video bằng tiếng anh, có phụ đề là tốt rồi, dùng tiếng việt giao tiếp với người địa phương là được, sẽ khó cho bạn biểu đạt uyển chuyển một số sự việc với tiếng việt nếu bạn chưa hoàn toàn thành thục. hơn nữa tiếng anh sẽ giúp giới thiệu về VN rộng hơn với thế giới .

  • @yenlawong6605
    @yenlawong6605 3 роки тому +3

    My mom used to take her children to go to Da kao to see her relatives. It changed so much (in the bad way).I hope the city will turn around someday. Thank you for your sharing your possible thinking about VN.

  • @maivictoria5810
    @maivictoria5810 3 роки тому +1

    Coi nhiều video của Chris rồi, rất thích cách em tận hưởng cs và luôn có một cái nhìn tích cực.
    Hnay đăng kí kênh rồi nhoé😅

  • @smilingdog2219
    @smilingdog2219 5 місяців тому

    You helped the world discover the true heart of the people of Vietnam when you sat down at the roadside food vendor and everyone rallied around to eat alongside you. The locals seemed curious and immediately opened up to share food-eating preferences. Very cool!

  • @beidlern
    @beidlern 3 роки тому +12

    Just to clarify, the gentlemen at the sugarcane stall said it's better to put your cash in many pockets. Balance the load so you don't lose your wad in one pick.

  • @NamNguyen-jr3lw
    @NamNguyen-jr3lw 3 роки тому +11

    That’s why there is this Vietnamese proverb says,“ a single worm can ruin a soup pot” . One Negative thing surely can attract everyone ‘s attention and make people to overlook the positive image or aspects of a community.

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +2

      Indeed! Couldn’t have said it better.

  • @thetravelingmonkey889
    @thetravelingmonkey889 3 роки тому

    Just ran across your videos today. Subscribed. Really enjoyed the 📹🎥 video

  • @heatherdo5924
    @heatherdo5924 3 роки тому +2

    Subscribed! Good vlog, from Texas.

  • @scogginsscoggins
    @scogginsscoggins 3 роки тому +7

    You are a true inspiration to all those trying to learn Vietnamese.

  • @huynhthengoc3245
    @huynhthengoc3245 3 роки тому +19

    làm chuyến du lịch về Miền tây sông nước đi Chris :) bảo đảm cực kỳ vui, rủ ông bạn Max nữa, ổng khá rành về Miền tây đấy

  • @lorenzilongini9079
    @lorenzilongini9079 3 роки тому

    Hey Chris, accidentally tapped on your Chanel. Turned out you are a very cool guy. You speak things like the way it is or how you experience it with no bias.... So I just subscribed for you. Thanks for sharing

  • @omegabiker
    @omegabiker 3 роки тому

    great channel, really enjoying the vids 👍

  • @huongduonghoa.8216
    @huongduonghoa.8216 3 роки тому +3

    Mới biết đến kênh của bạn! Xem xong mang lại cho mình rất nhiều cảm xúc!

  • @vinhquyen46
    @vinhquyen46 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you for visit my country, and special this video you explored district 8 (district 7 before 1975) most people live this area are poor people. My family also live here before we escape by boat and live in USA nơ.

  • @kippsguitar6539
    @kippsguitar6539 3 роки тому +1

    definitely the traffic is most dangerous thing over there, fantastic video Chris and respect for your vietnamese

  • @donnaleecriss5023
    @donnaleecriss5023 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing you don't get sick more often. You drink, eat most everything everywhere. Be careful Chris as you know it is now pleasant being sick when you are on an adventure

  • @tvhung83
    @tvhung83 3 роки тому +10

    Thank you for showing another side of my country, not a bit of hard-feeling whatsoever ❤️

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому

      I appreciate that! ☺️

    • @namkycho9497
      @namkycho9497 3 роки тому

      @@chrismixlewis cuop giat la van hoa cua nam ky da co tu truoc nam 1975

    • @MaCal9591
      @MaCal9591 3 місяці тому

      @@namkycho9497Maybe it has something to do with the vigorous increase of new poor incomers to the prosperous city to earn a living?

  • @peterthermocline
    @peterthermocline 3 роки тому +3

    Funny you were asking the Chief bag snatcher, for advice🤣😅😆🤣🤪

  • @TUYENTRAN-qh4yz
    @TUYENTRAN-qh4yz 3 роки тому

    When did you make these clips Chris, clear and good sounds and pictures lot of memories, thank you my new friend.

  • @artches1
    @artches1 3 роки тому

    What an awesome video bro!!

  • @dapooramericanhomesteadfar7192
    @dapooramericanhomesteadfar7192 3 роки тому +9

    Different countries. Different cultures. I never felt safer in life, until I lived in Vietnam. You can see everyone open the front door wide every morning. That's how safe it is in Vietnam. If your door is closed for some reason. The neighbors would see how you are doing.

  • @peppermintnlime
    @peppermintnlime 3 роки тому +7

    My Vietnamese grandparents love you, and they watch your videos every day! ❤

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +2

      That’s so nice! Thanks for telling me! ☺️

  • @fazbell
    @fazbell 3 роки тому +1

    Outstanding video. You really know your way around.

  • @ngoclavothi8143
    @ngoclavothi8143 3 роки тому +1

    I really like learning English from your channel, beacause of your excellent Vietnamese, the subtitles you make are so nice to understand different manner of English. Hope that you will produce more vlogs in English, or mix is good as well.

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks for your comment; glad you enjoy the English videos! I actually will be doing all videos in English from now on. ☺️

  • @nhatphamhuong
    @nhatphamhuong 3 роки тому +55

    Nhìn vì màu tóc bạn đó, người nước ngoài, đi 1 mình ở khu dân cư không phải khu du lịch, khá lạ với họ. Nhìn theo để biết là bạn ổn, không bị gặp khó khăn gì

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +7

      Chuẩn

    • @tranhuutung3468
      @tranhuutung3468 3 роки тому +5

      Mình là người quận 8, văn hóa , cách sống sài gòn hay lắm ... Chris không cần sợ

    • @pirotess2
      @pirotess2 3 роки тому +2

      Nhìn vì tò mò thì đúng hơn.

    • @pippuchippu
      @pippuchippu 3 роки тому +3

      @@tranhuutung3468 nhưng công nhận cướp giật và tội phạm ở SG căng quá. Ở Hn thì an toàn k dám nói tuyệt đối nhưng k biết bao lâu r mình k nghe thấy có cướp giật ở Hn.SG nếu an ninh được như Hn thì thật tuyệt vời, tp phát triển,đẹp và an toàn. Mỗi tội cả 2nơi đều nóng và tắc đường =.=

    • @marcoreus7876
      @marcoreus7876 3 роки тому +1

      @@pippuchippu ở sg nóng còn dễ chịu đường đi còn rộng chán chứ ở HN nóng oi bức còn khắc nghiệt hn nhiều nhưng t dân bắc sống SG công nhận cướp giật nhiều thật ra bắc nhất là về HP quê t là dễ sống nhất 😜

  • @Krastonscott
    @Krastonscott 3 роки тому +13

    Chris, this has to be one of your best videos. The wife and myself loved seeing your visit to District 8 and how well you interacted with all of the people you came in contact with. You did a great job of explaining why all of us have to be careful using stereotype descriptions of poor parts of a town. As you said, most people are good and just trying to survive in their own ways. The wife and myself got a good chuckle out of your comment of how unsafe you felt while walking around in places like S.F. out here in CA....we agree totally with you. It's really sad, I love America, but it is not as safe as it use to be years ago and I don't know why. Oh, one more comment.....love how well you and Max work together on those joint videos....perfect match for both of you. Keep up the excellent video presentations. (you work well with Phuc Map too, ha)

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +4

      Thanks so much for your comment! Glad you and your wife enjoyed this video. I also had a lot of fun making it!
      Indeed it surprised me how unsafe I felt out in SF... 😂 First time there around Union Station I wanted to walk to Japan town at night and decided against it after all the weird people shouting and looking at me. Unfortunately I think development pushes a lot of people deeper into poverty and also causes more mental issues due to pressure of life, so you end up getting a more unsafe environment. That’s my guess at least, haha.
      Glad you enjoy the videos with Max and Brandon (Phuc Map) too! Max will be coming up to the north to film videos with me for about 2 weeks so a lot more content with him will be coming!
      Above all thanks for watching and stay safe!

    • @dsyy90210
      @dsyy90210 3 роки тому +2

      america is getting poorer & more militarized, that's why imo

    • @MaCal9591
      @MaCal9591 3 місяці тому

      @@dsyy90210Are you talking about China🧐

    • @dsyy90210
      @dsyy90210 3 місяці тому

      @@MaCal9591 china is definitely not getting poorer

    • @lynnmoses3563
      @lynnmoses3563 3 місяці тому +1

      Maybe because its so easy to get a gun in your country....

  • @ziafatabbas2387
    @ziafatabbas2387 2 роки тому

    Chris you are awesome we love youe all videos and enjoy .love u

  • @clementpious5864
    @clementpious5864 3 роки тому

    Your new subscriber. Love your contents. Greetings from Singapore.

  • @Thaile37
    @Thaile37 3 роки тому +3

    My man, you are adventurous af. I’m american Vietnamese and have been here for years and haven’t once been to any of the districts you’ve mentioned. I can’t imagine why either? I also have to say if all the countries I’ve been to, San Francisco gave me two of my scariest experiences walking around.

    • @tammyho6698
      @tammyho6698 Рік тому

      you are Vietnamese and don't get it. Vietnamese aren't 13-percenters

  • @tigeranjelica1484
    @tigeranjelica1484 3 роки тому +32

    The guys at the Hủ Tiếu.....
    Seeing Saigon people with the Southern accents were trying to correct their "d" and "v" sounds to explain for Chris what the sauces are is so cute! And the way Chris tried to understand them is adorable too
    Him: này để chấm bò diên
    Chris: để chấm riêng à?
    Him: chấm bò diên, bò Viên, bò Viên.
    Anyways, yes! I do agree with Chris that stereotypes and news can really give the place a bad image. Sometimes you have to go down the local areas experience it yourself to know what the place actually is like.

    • @MrYuetoo
      @MrYuetoo 3 роки тому +1

      That scene was funny!

  • @Coloanmotthuo
    @Coloanmotthuo 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Chris, you're super nice in this video, thanks for a lovely heart ❤️😍
    (So interested your "good job" from JP:)

  • @roderickreed
    @roderickreed 3 роки тому

    Good job man. Everything you are saying about Vietnam I agree with. You inspired learn Vietnamese as well as you did.

  • @BangTuan01999988999
    @BangTuan01999988999 3 роки тому +21

    Bạn ơi ..nơi nào ở Sài Gòn càng nghèo thì tình người càng nhiều và càng thân thiện..đó là luật bù trừ mà..mất cái này trời cho cái khác..

  • @hvtc3
    @hvtc3 3 роки тому +45

    When you think some people is weird, in reverse they think you’re weird too. Everything works in two ways.

    • @chrismixlewis
      @chrismixlewis  3 роки тому +4

      That’s true!

    • @xdgs567z
      @xdgs567z 3 роки тому +3

      It’s only weird from an outsider point of view but it’s perfectly normal for them 👍

    • @MaCal9591
      @MaCal9591 3 місяці тому

      Only the one thinks himself is crazy is not the crazy one!

  • @andrewrobinson2565
    @andrewrobinson2565 3 роки тому

    Bag UNDER jacket? Are the "weird look" people thinking: "Are you lost?" +1 Subscribed. Great job... my adventure language is Arabic. I wrote guide books when I was younger.

  • @candystink
    @candystink Рік тому

    Really beautiful video checking out the more “real” sides of Vietnam. Envious of your knowledge of Vietnamese!

  • @dnguyen787
    @dnguyen787 3 роки тому +36

    All the cities in Vietnam are not dangerous to your life, just beware of your belongings...

    • @DROLFB
      @DROLFB 3 роки тому

      If You are normal -there is also no danger for your belongings...(try the same in Dar es Sallam or Lusaka)

  • @kimpham1497
    @kimpham1497 3 роки тому +3

    He' s cute ! He looks having fun and so enjoyful !

  • @vazatimo3000
    @vazatimo3000 3 роки тому +1

    Hiya Chris lovely content sir. Greetings From Jolly Old England

  • @eunicef1
    @eunicef1 3 роки тому

    Great vid. Well done for learning the language. I like your top. Is it Adidas?
    Take care walking on those roads worky your back to the traffic.

  • @nhatlaivhnt
    @nhatlaivhnt 3 роки тому +2

    Rất mong Cờ - rít sẽ dành thời gian khám phá thêm các vùng nông thôn, miền núi, các dân tộc anh em ở tất cả vùng miền của Việt Nam để cảm nhận hết sự thân thiện của người dân mình. Chúc bạn có thêm thật nhiều trải nghiệm thú vị và đáng nhớ tại Việt Nam! Rất thích cách bạn làm vlog.

  • @Curtisluu1
    @Curtisluu1 3 роки тому +16

    Always sit with your back against the walls and facing out to the streets ....

  • @seanixt
    @seanixt 3 роки тому

    Thanks Chris... "Subscribed..." Your spoken Vietnamese is very "proper & polite," kudos!!!

  • @nhunguyen6003
    @nhunguyen6003 Рік тому

    Chris dạn quá, đi đâu cũng hỏi, cũng ghé vào !

  • @benjismith593
    @benjismith593 3 роки тому +5

    Some of those people were really looking out for his ass. That dude near the end of the video was like "you lost buddy? I'll take you back to the good part of the city". Lol

  • @berny1149
    @berny1149 3 роки тому +5

    *Chris, at the **16:01** mark, someone said, “Hèn chi” right after you said “Đúng rồi ”: that's an expression that's used when someone just got a confirmation that something he had suspected was true. It's like the equivalent of “I knew it!”*

    • @guyinsf
      @guyinsf 2 роки тому

      I was thinking "hen chi" is like "no wonder" but I knew it sounds right too.

  • @TheOppa777
    @TheOppa777 3 роки тому

    Wow so gutsy of you to do this! I think it helps that you know how to speak the local language.

  • @carsilk2492
    @carsilk2492 3 роки тому

    Language in general is so fascinating. How there are languages that are similar to each other and some that seem completely unique. The way we can communicate and tell stories with different sounds, it's pretty cool!

  • @nakinp8525
    @nakinp8525 3 роки тому +3

    Ngày xưa sông ở trung tâm cũng đen thôi như thế, do lọc nước hơn 10 năm mới sạch, họ chú ý trung tâm trước rồi sẽ lọc nước ra vùng ven thôi. Các quận ngoài như 4, 8 dân nhập cư các tỉnh khác nhiều, họ xây nhà trên sông và thải tất cả xuống sông, hiện nay giải tỏa giảm rất nhiều rồi đó Chris.

  • @wendyuyennguyen
    @wendyuyennguyen 3 роки тому +6

    I really love your view of life and people. You have an open mind and you see the goodness first!

  •  3 роки тому

    Hello Chris, thanks for visitting Sài Gòn !!!

  • @victoryenglish5319
    @victoryenglish5319 3 роки тому

    Living in district 8 nearly 2 years, never had any trouble but I did see a man chasing another man with a machete one morning at the traffic lights of Ta Quang Buu and Quốc Lo 50 😂
    Cool vid man keep it up ✌️

  • @bobbynguyen749
    @bobbynguyen749 3 роки тому +4

    Chris drank that ice tea like a champ. 👏

    • @damiann4734
      @damiann4734 3 роки тому

      Terrible decision. He now has hiv

  • @HueNguyen-us4ev
    @HueNguyen-us4ev 3 роки тому +15

    Good day Chris Lewis.

  • @Mrfunkysheep
    @Mrfunkysheep Рік тому

    You talk like a vietnamese, that is so much more suprising than your fluent dialect. I chuckle everytime i hear something out of you that i would hear from my uncles and aunts.

  • @erickdangtran6816
    @erickdangtran6816 3 роки тому +2

    What happened to you, Chris in SF ? I’m just curious since I live in San José 1 hour down South from SF. I used to live in Richmond District, right in the corner of Geary Blvd and 6th Avenue.