Why the US issued me a Purple Passport

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  • @aymenouaamer1337
    @aymenouaamer1337 2 роки тому +12177

    You have no idea how happy MAYA was seeing herself on the video!
    she is saying Miao to everyone who watched the video twice!
    hopefully you won't have much obstacles sharing your stories as you had with the last two videos.
    i am sure we will hear more stories, the snake spared our lives back in the desert for a reason !

    • @natalie_dom30
      @natalie_dom30 2 роки тому +144

      Gracias por recibir a Luke y ser tan hospitalario, un fuerte abrazo desde Perú 🤗💖

    • @LukeKorns
      @LukeKorns  2 роки тому +1292

      Wow!! I can’t believe I forgot to tell the part of the story of the snake that was moments away from ending one of us. 😂

    • @jonathanwijsman7719
      @jonathanwijsman7719 2 роки тому +35

      I’m also happy you get to see a lot of stuff. ❤

    • @123JWJWJW
      @123JWJWJW 2 роки тому +26

      Wow! This was awesome. What an experience. If only I was 20 years younger.

    • @TheBenghaziRabbit
      @TheBenghaziRabbit 2 роки тому +52

      Thanks for letting the world into your home bro!
      Hope you and your family are doing well!

  • @cstpa1
    @cstpa1 Рік тому +429

    lol whats crazy is people probably clicked on this video thinking it was about the passport but got sucked/captivated into an adventure in morocco lol. nice.

    • @capybaraponque611
      @capybaraponque611 3 місяці тому +4

      i hate it, I just wanted to know about the passport

    • @NoahPlayz-ov5qh
      @NoahPlayz-ov5qh Місяць тому +3

      @@capybaraponque611 whats their to hate abt this?

    • @floridaboz1
      @floridaboz1 12 днів тому

      It just happened to me

    • @ranoosha81
      @ranoosha81 6 днів тому

      @@capybaraponque611 its still good

  • @InDisskyS131
    @InDisskyS131 2 роки тому +11193

    For future reference, when you go online to set an appointment they are always full for months. The trick is, they aren’t actually full they just set them that way. Just call them and they will manually give you the appointment in one of those “full” spots. They have been doing this since the big C hit.

    • @OliverSchlecter
      @OliverSchlecter 2 роки тому +191

      Why would they do this tho?

    • @SuzieNerds
      @SuzieNerds 2 роки тому +816

      Probably to limit the number of people at any one time.

    • @Le_Blnk____
      @Le_Blnk____ 2 роки тому +296

      @@SuzieNerds yeah you wouldn't want a pile toasted humans in your backyard
      Honestly in ingenious

    • @liveyourlife_tv
      @liveyourlife_tv 2 роки тому +25

      good to know

    • @thecapitalg
      @thecapitalg 2 роки тому +17

      9/11?

  • @mmdmaryam5605
    @mmdmaryam5605 2 роки тому +850

    As a Moroccan i am proud and honored that you "ended up" in our neck of the woods so glad you had a good time and hope you come back

    • @samanthac.349
      @samanthac.349 6 місяців тому +5

      I have friends who visited your country last year from the US, and they enjoyed your country. 😊

  • @LukeKorns
    @LukeKorns  2 роки тому +3883

    WOW. This last week trying to figure out why this video was originally deleted was stressful, but having you guys come back and show it some love once again means the world to me. Thank you guys for appreciating my work and what it stands for.

    • @aim1534
      @aim1534 2 роки тому +37

      your videos have genuinely changed the way I look at my life. thank you

    • @dannyguzmanc
      @dannyguzmanc 2 роки тому

      Ur my favorite creator ! 🤌🏻✨

    • @lbch_youtube
      @lbch_youtube 2 роки тому +33

      what WAS the "reason"?

    • @nadiemedicemila
      @nadiemedicemila 2 роки тому +3

      obvio rey

    • @veryboringname.
      @veryboringname. 2 роки тому +19

      I still don't understand why it was removed. Which bit was the problem?

  • @Sosssa90
    @Sosssa90 2 роки тому +288

    Moroccan hospitality was like nothing i have ever experienced. I had a blast travelling around Morocco with the boys and we met some amazing people and made some great friends.

    • @eliotswift1339
      @eliotswift1339 8 місяців тому +5

      am just commenting here because I know my comment won't apear, if you are planning to film next time in the Moroccan southern Sahar don't call it western sahara, you maybe get denied from entering again or get deported, it's a part of Morocco as you can see from the video, no borders no currency change no flag change just like any other part

  • @GreatGamer28
    @GreatGamer28 2 роки тому +1435

    Humans chilling with humans, smiling, and having a good time. I love it. This is the kind of life I wish everyone could experience, all the time.

    • @bthomson
      @bthomson 2 роки тому +4

      Yes please.

    • @yousmartheads
      @yousmartheads 2 роки тому +8

      I really wish that was the case, hopefully one day it will.

    • @harukills
      @harukills 2 роки тому +2

      this video feels like a jojo refrence

    • @gogowshagenai6139
      @gogowshagenai6139 2 роки тому +2

      Men* they're smiling because their wife's are doing all the work

    • @serendipity4346
      @serendipity4346 Рік тому +1

      If one day, we are found by some, extraterrestial inteligent life specie, THIS is what i want them to see of us, this is humanity in the most pure expression!

  • @paolagrando5079
    @paolagrando5079 2 роки тому +2787

    This is what interaction between humans should be. It shouldn't matter where you come from, your background, etc., just be respectful and healthy curious about others. I wish you all serenity in your life. Much love from Italy. 💜

    • @edwardjackson1418
      @edwardjackson1418 2 роки тому +10

      It was all summed up by my architural Proffessor at Cal Poly Universitity, telling us students that Italy, was the most misunderstood country in the world!

    • @Lexiannasam
      @Lexiannasam 2 роки тому +2

      That’s how it is here in Canada. It’s the norm. Sad to see that the US isn’t like that. Everywhere else is 🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @lad4830
      @lad4830 2 роки тому +3

      @@Lexiannasam no it's not, most of europe is like US in this regard

    • @elyenidacevedo1995
      @elyenidacevedo1995 2 роки тому +1

      @@Lexiannasam What do you mean the US is not like that?? 😂

    • @Kenzcho
      @Kenzcho 2 роки тому +1

      You are amazing man, I’ve grown to love your vlogs. Traveling , meeting people, enjoying life, creating experiences and memories. I love this and you seem so happy doing so! I am so happy people are kind like this

  • @SupremeLeaderKimJong-un
    @SupremeLeaderKimJong-un 2 роки тому +256

    You know you're in a house with a good vibe and a person of culture if they have a cat. This video randomly popped up on my feed and I’m so glad I watched it! What a beautiful video, an incredible story, and by letting the world guide you where you needed to end up, you got to experience the Sahara with what seems like an amazing, kind group of people! As a person who doesn’t travel much (I've been to just China, Vietnam, Singapore, and Russia), this is very inspiring, educational, and truly enjoyable! It is incredible to see how even though we may not understand what someone is saying verbally, we can all feel each other's emotions
    Morocco fun fact: Morocco is famous for the tree-climbing goats, who climb such trees to eat argan fruit (which is then digested, and its kennels pooped out) as part of the process for argan oil.

    • @hughgeorgechannel
      @hughgeorgechannel 5 місяців тому +1

      Wait are you telling me my beard oil is made from goat poop lol

    • @Darkest_matter
      @Darkest_matter Місяць тому

      @@hughgeorgechannel that reminds me of how expensive coffee is made. coffee seeds that were pooped out by cats.

  • @wayneco
    @wayneco 2 роки тому +1555

    This vid came served up to me by the YT algorithm. This experience as it unfolded hit me in a surprising way, I started crying, out of nowhere, remembering all my own similar travel experiences of when I was your age, 20-30 years ago. I was young, single and in love with the world, these friends made I still have, and keep, and these experiences that I still cherish.
    Your video really stuck the nerve, the emotions came in a flood.

    • @andrejones7786
      @andrejones7786 2 роки тому

    • @luckyman9903
      @luckyman9903 2 роки тому +1

      Crybaby

    • @All5AJz
      @All5AJz 2 роки тому +10

      This comment moved me.... I felt this deeply.
      Every experience then was filled with rich flavor and unexpected highs and lows.
      Now I over think everything. No enjoyment in that so living through others is so relatable.
      Algorithm did a good one twice.

    • @paulofilipe4747
      @paulofilipe4747 2 роки тому +2

      I wish I had money to do it :(. I'm 22 and never traveled by myself because I'm poor

    • @All5AJz
      @All5AJz 2 роки тому +2

      @@paulofilipe4747 I traveled with 15 cents at 16 from home to here and it's done daily. Poverty is an excuse and lazy is the reason.

  • @Vailskibum
    @Vailskibum 2 роки тому +1000

    Sometimes the greatest adventures are away from our intended path, incredible vid!!

    • @Spider-man612
      @Spider-man612 2 роки тому +9

      Hi didn’t expect to see you here

    • @maxefilms
      @maxefilms 2 роки тому +5

      Not expecting to see you here, wasn't expecting to see myself here either.

    • @Rabid_Nationalist
      @Rabid_Nationalist 2 роки тому +2

      Hello there! Didnt expect you here!

    • @Forxa1260
      @Forxa1260 2 роки тому +3

      Wait... has Vailskibum been watching this channel for longer than we think?

    • @thecapitalg
      @thecapitalg 2 роки тому +2

      Bro why do you watch the same videos I do?

  • @sushi777300
    @sushi777300 2 роки тому +541

    One week ago I needed an emergency passport too as my passport got stolen in a robbery in San Francisco. Luckily my home country has a consulate in SF and I could get an emergency document on the spot to get back home
    Am so thankful that I wasn't stuck

    • @dragoon2121
      @dragoon2121 2 роки тому

      @Against Detestations!🐖 ?

    • @SPinoEatsFish
      @SPinoEatsFish 2 роки тому +5

      @Against Detestations!🐖 Nah thats just the populated cities, Fairly normal most countries have what i believe high chance of stealing stuff like wallets or passports when you aint careful. I live here near the coast and i never got my stuff stolen really (excluding highschool stuff).

    • @solehansalikin7318
      @solehansalikin7318 2 роки тому

      @Against Detestations!🐖 thats what happen when you make guns easy to obtain

    • @TheMaskedNinja_
      @TheMaskedNinja_ 2 роки тому +8

      @@dragoon2121your mistake was going to San Fransisco

    • @RockinLoud360
      @RockinLoud360 Рік тому

      @@TheMaskedNinja_ touch grass

  • @brookepage3752
    @brookepage3752 2 роки тому +572

    UA-cam better keep this up this time, because this is a straight masterpiece. Happy belated birthday Luke

  • @uverseeducation9624
    @uverseeducation9624 2 роки тому +407

    Luke, I see you becoming more and more 'present' throughout the evolution of your channel. You oftentimes present challenging situations that could be perceived quite negatively, but then quickly turn them into deeply meaningful and positive experiences. I love the philosophical 'theme' - your videos are inspirational!

    • @DallasLL
      @DallasLL 2 роки тому +6

      You hit the nail on the head, he is a natural born story teller and artist with his videography! And you are right, getting away from the Hollywood lifestyle has made him more present and relatable from the lost souls of LA

  • @mihaelaclaudiap..2
    @mihaelaclaudiap..2 2 роки тому +498

    Wow Luke, I watch many storytellers on UA-cam but no one ever beats you! This was amazing! I mean all those unexpected situations and the people you’ve met and the way you tell the story! I’m in love with your work! Never give up, we needs you as our inspiration! You are naturally talented! Brilliant guy! Well done! Xx

    • @adamridza977
      @adamridza977 2 роки тому +3

      awddwa

    • @CharityFisher-wy3lr
      @CharityFisher-wy3lr 2 роки тому +1

      Led me to think

    • @sam_okemwa
      @sam_okemwa 2 роки тому

      Amazing hack

    • @Eddy-pm8tf
      @Eddy-pm8tf 2 роки тому

      @Rockwell Rhodes jealous much? I dont understand why we cant be thankful for the well being of our fellow beings!

    • @litupethan2093
      @litupethan2093 2 роки тому

      yes theory is great also

  • @BeHappyByBike
    @BeHappyByBike 2 роки тому +488

    Morocco is a special place that deserves so much more attention and love. I've been one time and will be back for sure.

    • @thrinayan999
      @thrinayan999 2 роки тому

      😅

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 2 роки тому +8

      Western Sahara isn't considered part of Morocco by anyone. It was brutally and illegally occupied in 1975 and is regarded as a Colony.

    • @d.h.2509
      @d.h.2509 2 роки тому +20

      @@davedavids57 It's recognized as part of Morocco by the majority of countries, even the United States.

    • @d.h.2509
      @d.h.2509 2 роки тому +4

      You're welcome anytime!

    • @millielamagnifique2980
      @millielamagnifique2980 2 роки тому +4

      Im a dumbass im like what the sahara desert? In morocco because i keep getting MONACO and MOROCCO mixed up, ive been to Monaco and i kept saying morocco when i came back because it slid off my tongue easier, jfc

  • @shawneydepp
    @shawneydepp 2 роки тому +198

    My absolute favourite storyteller on UA-cam. This is why you don't need the best cameras to tell amazing stories!

  • @AverytheCubanAmerican
    @AverytheCubanAmerican 2 роки тому +58

    Sometimes life just has other plans for you, and it's amazing when it works out! Going with the flow is the best way to travel. That emergency passport took you on such a great adventure. Not only did you get to camp in the Sahara, which few people can say they have even seen, but you also got rained on in the Sahara which is rarer still...and you experienced it all on your birthday...PRICELESS! And you formed friendships for a lifetime!
    A fun fact about Morocco, Morocco was the first nation to publicly acknowledge American independence, allowing American flag-flying ships in their ports on December 20, 1777. France was the first in general as Louis XVI said he recognized the US on December 6, but he didn't sign the treaty.

    • @scipion34
      @scipion34 2 роки тому

      @messagemeontelegramriffhar9790 shut UP bro! you're weird!

  • @TristanSpohnAKASpiderman
    @TristanSpohnAKASpiderman 2 роки тому +118

    This is so freaking cool. One of my favorite quotes from Brad Sham is that “you never know the end of the story while you’re standing in the middle of it.”

    • @Allawy10
      @Allawy10 2 місяці тому

      Blad al sham?

    • @Allawy10
      @Allawy10 2 місяці тому

      So syria

  • @btattana
    @btattana 2 роки тому +60

    This unexpected friendship with these beautiful people is so wonderful.

  • @bookreader242
    @bookreader242 6 місяців тому +6

    Luke shows us, that where ever you go in this world, there are some fantastic people, that welcome you with open arms. Well done Luke, love the videos, love the people you meet.

  • @SpaghettiRoad
    @SpaghettiRoad 2 роки тому +13

    It's back! So happy to see it again!

  • @itsalexclark
    @itsalexclark 2 роки тому +604

    Loved it both times i watched

  • @CynicalDuchess
    @CynicalDuchess Рік тому +6

    this made me smile from ear to ear. what a gift for storytelling and capturing reality. We need so much more of this on UA-cam.

  • @sumiiiiiya
    @sumiiiiiya 2 роки тому +81

    i can’t put a finger on all the emotions this video made me feel, but i’m crying, this was so heartwarming

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 2 роки тому

      To think just a couple of hundred miles away people were being murdered by the government of Morocco. How on earth did you just not mention that? en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Sahara

  • @kellymorrow2057
    @kellymorrow2057 2 роки тому +253

    I'm a firm believer things happen for a reason! It's nice to see you had a great time and adventure with new friends in Morocco!

    • @erikh9991
      @erikh9991 2 роки тому +5

      I am a believer in that too. We missed a flight to Barcelona so we went to Rome. Since we had already been to Rome, it was way more relaxing than if we had gone to Barcelona. The stress of a new place.

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 2 роки тому +1

      He ended up in one of the most controversial places on earth. With one of the sadist stories of genocide and violence and he didn't even seem to notice.

    • @d.h.2509
      @d.h.2509 2 роки тому +1

      ​@@davedavids57 a genocide that doesn't exist outside the minds of Algerians. Get a job and do something with your life.

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 2 роки тому +1

      @@d.h.2509 I am from the UK, I really don't have a side in this, but every single international human rights organisation condemns Morocco every single one. Amnesty International have like 12 reports. I studied international relations and geopolitics and Morocco is high up on the violence scale. Just read some of the reports from international organisations. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_rights_in_Western_Sahara

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 2 роки тому +1

      @@d.h.2509 Also the get a job quote was good. I have a new one, guess where? Working for the UK foreign office. A Foreign Office that continues to regard the occupation of Western Sahara as illegal and unjustifiable.

  • @brunettemouse3265
    @brunettemouse3265 2 роки тому +137

    So amazing Luke! I admire that you're able to just get up and go on these adventures. Very cool

  • @susanas.v.7314
    @susanas.v.7314 2 роки тому +60

    Loved this so much, I can’t imagine why UA-cam took this down. This was so beautiful and genuine storytelling and I love you’re doing what you’re passionate about!!!

  • @khadijahakimi457
    @khadijahakimi457 2 роки тому +341

    Things always happen for a reason . Without visa rejection you wouldn’t live fascinating experience in the Moroccan Sahara . Much thanks for the Moroccan guy who hosted you . Hospitality is deeply rooted in Moroccans

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 2 роки тому

      Western Sahara is illegally brutally occupied.

    • @khadijahakimi457
      @khadijahakimi457 2 роки тому

      @@davedavids57 well that what you see

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 2 роки тому

      @@khadijahakimi457 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_rights_in_Western_Sahara

    • @yourealittlebitfat4344
      @yourealittlebitfat4344 2 роки тому

      Ye specially when real refugees come and they rob them when they are sleeping.
      Netherlands, Belgium go look it up before you go nuts and call me a racist conspiracy theorist!!!!

    • @astronotics531
      @astronotics531 Рік тому

      You mean Western Sahara ?

  • @MissGourmandefr
    @MissGourmandefr 2 роки тому +50

    Your videos are healing
    I also believe that everything happens for a reason, especially while travelling when I had similar situations to yours and ended up having amazing unexpected experiences !

  • @MrLegendra
    @MrLegendra 2 роки тому +1125

    I think if you used and uploaded your filled American passport details/scan then the visa would've been approved. Even if the US embassy punched holes in your old passport, I'm sure you must've had a scan on your PC. If you showed up at the border with your emergency passport you would've been ~85% let through. India's visa application uses a lot of AI and it must not have recognized the rare US emergency passport and sort of auto-rejected. Visiting the Indian Embassy in Europe would've been the better play.
    Either way cool adventure! Highly recommend India, its an amazing place to travel to for sure.

    • @Zeitlos4ever
      @Zeitlos4ever 2 роки тому +1

      clever

    • @azero2
      @azero2 2 роки тому +11

      As an American who has lived in India for 3 years now on a business visa, I wouldn’t try that. Ive lived in 4 other countries before this, and traveled to about 40. I can say from my experience that India is so far the biggest pain to enter/exit from. If you’re not using a diplomatic passport or in business class then the process will really test your patience and that’s with having all your affairs in working order.

    • @MrLegendra
      @MrLegendra 2 роки тому +6

      @@azero2 I have also been to India a few times - but on a tourist visa not business. I personally always had a good and smooth experience, but I’m sure it depends on the agent you get. Maybe business visa people get more scrutiny or you went to a country that is a security risk for them. Not sure

    • @ElonMuskTheOne
      @ElonMuskTheOne 6 місяців тому

      India has shit on the streets, what kind of AI are you talking about?

  • @clarissathompson
    @clarissathompson 2 роки тому +119

    I love seeing a young person out there learning the joys of going with the flow! It's amazing what can happen when you just take it as it comes. Great content, subbed!

    • @Kaiju_Traveler
      @Kaiju_Traveler 2 роки тому

      I want to come visit Canada, where should I go first!

    • @clarissathompson
      @clarissathompson 2 роки тому

      @@Kaiju_Traveler well, that really depends…what are your interests?

  • @shortylucy
    @shortylucy 2 роки тому +7

    What a truly epic journey! I’m so happy you met such amazing people who helped you a long the way, and I’m sure have made new friends with. Such a wonderful thing to watch. ❤

  • @existingtm
    @existingtm 2 роки тому +79

    UA-cam recommended me this video and I'm really glad it did
    It was a nice, peaceful, and happy 9 minutes, when there's so much stress in the world.

  • @sidharthsundaramramachandr5384
    @sidharthsundaramramachandr5384 2 роки тому +536

    Hey Luke , I am an Indian American , I am heartbroken you couldn't visit my country. However your trip to Morocco was amazing and absolutely loved it. Hope you travel to India soooonn

    • @linkly9272
      @linkly9272 2 роки тому

      any recommendations for where to go in India? i'd love to visit some day but it's such a large place that i don't know where to start!

    • @haniesmayil1024
      @haniesmayil1024 2 роки тому +7

      @@linkly9272 Do visit Kerala, its one of the most beautiful states in India. It's also known as the God's own Country

    • @boxcannon8321
      @boxcannon8321 2 роки тому +8

      @@linkly9272 visit the north east states and Kashmir ladakh

    • @hazard6300
      @hazard6300 2 роки тому +6

      If you want the scenery/mountains etc go to Kashmir and uttrakhand,if you wanna feel a little close to nature go to kerala,if you wanna go for good food go to rajasthan and Delhi and if you wanna go someplace with nice weather and feel cool breeze on your face you can go to north east parts of India and also for the beaches go to goa

    • @s8ulxlevi422
      @s8ulxlevi422 2 роки тому +4

      @@linkly9272 kerala, rajasthan, punjab , northeastern states, ladakh nd kashmir, goa

  • @ardeeloren
    @ardeeloren 2 роки тому +37

    Oh wow 😮. What an amazing adventure you had. You are blessed you found fun, wonderful people to celebrate your birthday with in a beautiful place🎉👏🏻. Thanks for sharing

  • @JayPalfrey
    @JayPalfrey 2 роки тому +78

    so good we watch twiceeeee!

    • @MusliManLand
      @MusliManLand 2 роки тому

      Jay.. When we are going to see you in morocco 🙃? Your Muslim brothers are waiting to see you here 😁

    • @BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp
      @BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp 10 місяців тому

      Idiotic behavior seems right up your ally.

  • @TheJonb007
    @TheJonb007 2 роки тому +71

    Morocco is such an amazing place... The people are amazing! So glad your detour was there!

  • @AudraK
    @AudraK 6 місяців тому

    I just came across this channel and immediately noticed how when you’re in public you’ll often cut the clips right before a person looked towards the camera and some right before their entire face is shown. I know it’s not world changing but it’s still a hell of a lot better than showing every strangers face for good chunks of time or with them noticing the camera then becoming visibly uncomfortable. Like You’re travel vlogging but in the way that it’s supposed to be done. Just Film the scenery and travels while also being respectful to the people and culture around you. Mad respect dude! UA-cam did me a solid recommending this channel to me.

  • @thatswhatisaidCA
    @thatswhatisaidCA 2 роки тому +61

    Wow. I'm a 58 yr old woman in Canada watching this. This was amazing. So many feels... Truly special, so happy for you. Thank you for sharing.

  • @rstumbaugh43
    @rstumbaugh43 2 роки тому +118

    You are young and in your prime, this is the perfect time to go exploring, adventuring, and visiting/traveling. Good for you buddy, and thank you so very much for sharing all of your experiences in reality!

    • @bthomson
      @bthomson 2 роки тому +1

      This is a scam.

    • @bthomson
      @bthomson 2 роки тому +2

      Rick - Not you comment. Your comment was cool.

  • @mxracer95x
    @mxracer95x 2 роки тому +3

    Awesome, Luke. I've had the pleasure of getting lost in Morocco a few times and I absolutely love the country and the people. I'm glad you had a good time!

  • @zilchfox
    @zilchfox 2 роки тому +487

    I have no idea who you are, and have never ever seen any of your other videos, but for some reason, the UA-cam algorithm recommended me this video.
    Wow. I was blown away. This video is absolutely AMAZING. I hope you do get to do your planned trip to India soon, but either way, it looks like you had a blast in Morocco!

  • @amenophis_factorem
    @amenophis_factorem 2 роки тому +46

    You are incredible and resourceful. The situations you find yourself in are incredibly tricky to navigate and it's amazing you share this with us all. A true inspiration

  • @Jezzrichjames
    @Jezzrichjames 2 роки тому +123

    This video popped up out of nowhere for me, since I hadn’t followed or known of this channel previously, and I was truly inspired by this video and subsequently this channel. The video was incredibly personal, where I felt almost like someone standing on your shoulder observing and experiencing what you’d had, and makes me wonder about how I’m currently living life…in an internship, finishing up college, and wondering what I will do with myself.

    • @hannahmayo6582
      @hannahmayo6582 2 роки тому +2

      Same experience for me! I just watch Luke in awe of the way he lives his life! He is definitely an inspiration to us all!

  • @lou-xr5rz
    @lou-xr5rz 2 роки тому +64

    For someone with zero chill, you absolutely amaze me. The way you make it all seem so easy and natural, to make connections with people like that. I went on a spontaneous weekend trip to stay in a campervan with $15 return plane tickets and I spent the majority of the trip on the verge of a panic attack, assuming everything would go wrong. It didn't, of course. I want to live more like this. I will say though, as a woman I do get a little scared sometimes, I don't think I would be so brave but part of that is to protect myself. so idk..

    • @pawelabrams
      @pawelabrams 8 місяців тому +2

      To be honest it's perfectly normal to feel the way you feel in the modern world; but you can ask yourself "should it be that hard" and sometimes the answer is "no". My gf had the same thoughts about travelling and safety in general, turned out it was not only plain justified fear, but with a good load of anxiety added on top of it. She's still working on it, but says she didn't even know life can be this much easier before she looked for help on that.

    • @miproduction6196
      @miproduction6196 6 місяців тому

      The scariest thing in this world is your own thoughts, perspective and attitude. Try to change those and you will watch the world change

  • @macrottago
    @macrottago 2 роки тому +41

    This is so far the most heart warming video, I have watched on UA-cam. ❤️

  • @superholly
    @superholly 2 роки тому +291

    Saving this epic video from algorithmic failure 🙌🏽
    PS “I wish I understood” #relatable 😂

    • @santiago12sf
      @santiago12sf 2 роки тому

      great seeing your comment :)))))

  • @dandymcgee
    @dandymcgee 2 роки тому +174

    UA-cam can try to take the video away, but they can NEVER take away the experiences you had or the friends you made along the way.

  • @BaladasdelRecuerdo-m6j
    @BaladasdelRecuerdo-m6j 4 місяці тому

    Pienso que siempre fuiste el chico de mis sueños , luego me dio COVID y enfermedades sicosomaaticas , incluso pequeñas epilepsias y espasmos por las pastillas y ya me siento mejor, tambieen cansancio y todo lo que debo de tomar, see que nadie estaa libre de la muerte y me sorprende tu gran fortaleza que tienes Luke, la resiliencia que le pones a todo lo que haces Luke. Eres el mejor.

  • @janellcrews6108
    @janellcrews6108 2 роки тому +217

    You're so lucky to experience something like this most people will never be able too. Don't take anything for granted, I feel blessed that my grandparents took me to see 42 states. We'd travel every time we would have time out of school. I remember all of it even though I was young.

    • @Worldofourown2024
      @Worldofourown2024 2 роки тому +15

      It's actually really cheap to do international travel like this for I did that by teaching English. One doesn't need to be wealthy to go, but you just need the time away from work and not have other constraints like family telling you can't just up and go do whatever you want. I'm a single guy all my life so it was very doable for me to see the world. I'd still do it at 50 if I had more than $1000 a month income. That used to be enough money to be in other countries without keeping an apartment in the US where I'd leave things at my mom's then a storage after she passed away 10 years ago. I used to get $300 one way flights going thousands of miles on Expedia and score $5 to $10 a night rooms either by meeting locals or using Hostelworld website. It's as simple as get a passport, carry some cash and cards, read up and watch videos, apply for any necessary visas, then book flight and just go.

    • @inka-on6mt
      @inka-on6mt 2 роки тому +11

      ​@@Worldofourown2024 It's not just money though. I'm sure it can be easy to travel cheap but as a woman? I would never be safe doing this. Especially like just getting a place to stay from some random person online and in morocco? It would be so dangerous for women. AND ESPECIALLY when travelling alone. So as much as I'd like to do this, even if I had the money I couldn't

    • @Worldofourown2024
      @Worldofourown2024 2 роки тому +5

      @@inka-on6mt I've met lots of single women backpacker international travelers. They can travel OK by not being flirty and dating, but by just being themselves like a dude does too. People know if you're out to foolishly get in trouble or if you'r'e being wise and level headed. However is Middle East countries like Egypt, solo Western female travelers are not very well respected and do often get harrassed with tit pinching and such. Me, a solo male traveler, was heckled and harrased to no end, but never physically touched. Egypt was the rudest country. I do imagine it would not be safe for a solo female to go alone to North African and Middle East countries, but woudl be fine most everywhere else.

    • @patriciamartin7268
      @patriciamartin7268 2 роки тому

      I agree. We don’t have the money to travel. Not even to take a vacation inside the US.😢

    • @Worldofourown2024
      @Worldofourown2024 2 роки тому

      @@patriciamartin7268 No, I don't either. Most Americans never get to see the Grand Canyon or take a trip. I imagine most Americans never driver more than 40 miles from home, but car trip to go camping or fishig is about the extent of most Americans vacation in all of their lives. I too want to travel and participate in life, but it's the money and debt economic system that prevents us from really actualizing in life.

  • @TaylorBrauer
    @TaylorBrauer 2 роки тому +44

    Glad this made it back up. You did such an amazing job on this film and looks like you had a great time. Happy birthday, Luke!

  • @Fashion040998
    @Fashion040998 2 роки тому +3

    Ayeman is a gem of a person

  • @danielistvan1629
    @danielistvan1629 2 роки тому +18

    Absolutely gutted by the previous video's removal, especially considering how your videos always inspire me despite any possible life problems to look forward to potential travels and doing something new, they are generally such feel good wholesome inspirational videos. Really hoping all goes well with this one. Best of luck and I'm really thankful that you provide such good content.

  • @jdane2277
    @jdane2277 2 роки тому +20

    It's amazing how beautiful people can be to strangers in so much of the world. Morocco is one of my favorite places. I'm glad you met such wonderful people.

  • @Hawthorneheights888
    @Hawthorneheights888 Рік тому +2

    This video started so chaotic 😂and ended even more chaotic, but in an unexpectedly beautiful way. So happy to witness your experience on a path less traveled by many of us watching.

  • @AlexBeldi
    @AlexBeldi 2 роки тому +121

    Many thanks for sharing your stories with us Luke. Hopefully this time the video will NOT be deleted! 💚fingers crossed buddy

  • @SmeiskAudio
    @SmeiskAudio 2 роки тому +110

    Wow! Wow.
    Even living vicariously through you, through this UA-cam video, I feel like I've just experienced the kind of incredible adventure that Hollywood movies, reality tv, and even some commercials try to replicate but never truly succeed in delivering. This is a unique video, of its own right. The title drew me in because I wanted to know what a Purple US Passport could possibly be. The video kept me in, because it had something special in it. Something special which I'm not sure could ever be described accurately by any title.
    I have a "Favorites" playlist from the days of yore, when early UA-camrs asked you to "Rate 5 stars and favorite the video." This video has earned a place in that list. It may not be any sort of recognizable accolade to you, but trust me, you, your adventure, and the video you've given to us, to me... this video touched my heart in a very unique way.
    --Thank you.

  • @rubaalobeid2072
    @rubaalobeid2072 7 місяців тому

    i love your willingness to explore the lesser-known parts of the world and show a completely unbiased view of your experience. your life is truly one of ideals, nothing you do is a waste of time, every second is cherished.

  • @aeino1708
    @aeino1708 2 роки тому +21

    You know, I do believe this to be my favourite video of yours thus far, for the sheer normalcy of its slice of life presentation. There is nothing magnanimous, but thoughtful, soothing, and compassionate in tone and style as you continuously bob and weave through the threaded chapters of your tapestry, a quintessential ode to the journey. Keep up the good work. :)

    • @aeino1708
      @aeino1708 2 роки тому +2

      And for the record, now I want to visit Morocco, so thanks.

  • @hodayahoteryshai953
    @hodayahoteryshai953 2 роки тому +26

    This is really wholesome and inspiring.
    I hope to travel the world like that myself soon, and it feels good actually seeing that even if something very big goes wrong, it is possible to experience incredible unplanned adventures because of it.
    Happy birthday man!

  • @raycripe4418
    @raycripe4418 Рік тому +3

    this is my favorite video because it really demonstrates and highlights the humanity behind what you experience; so cool!

  • @CubeAtlantic
    @CubeAtlantic 2 роки тому +16

    i have never even discovered this guy's travel channel yet it's so wholesome, & mediating.

  • @ai9862
    @ai9862 2 роки тому +12

    I click on this video thinking I would just skip to the answer and get out. Instead, I literally paused what I was doing and watch intently filled with emotion like I was watching a movie. What an awesome video. Better story structure than 90% of the movies out there

  • @Gtollefsonpdx
    @Gtollefsonpdx 2 роки тому +1

    after clicking on this video I was thinking this was going to be another one of those videos... I was completely surprised. He is a great story teller and this video just feels good. I cannot explain it, it is wierd. I hope he does not stop and continues to grow himself as a content creator, director and dreamer. I will be watching more videos and I think I will not be let down. I dont know if his channels are the only funding he has for his travels or where it might come from. He is making every dollar count for sure. Keep it up. Still just blown away....

  • @kimhyunjinsgf
    @kimhyunjinsgf 2 роки тому +4

    oh wow!! luke you are always welcome to comeback to morocco,, hopefully next time u will be able to see even more landscapes because our country is so beautiful and diverse!! love you 🤍

  • @ausetmcclean101
    @ausetmcclean101 2 роки тому +15

    Leaving a comment to show support, been following your channel for a couple years now and glad youre still making meaningful content. please dont let youtubes bs stop you from making videos. Happy belated

  • @gofccdontgomef
    @gofccdontgomef 2 роки тому +1

    One of the people I admire the most is Lain, he is one of the best mentors. With a healthy and intelligent respect. I feel like he is my older brother and I respect him a lot.

  • @amysharpe698
    @amysharpe698 2 роки тому +14

    Okay. I've just watch it through for real and you always create such art. You hit a heart string every time, your ability to connect with everyone you meet is a rare gift and it is quite frankly an honour to get to watch your stories.
    Keep doing what you're doing Luke

  • @k0b128
    @k0b128 2 роки тому +10

    Had the biggest smile on my face the whole video! It's truley amazing how close we all are, even strangers from all around the world!

  • @baileypayne
    @baileypayne Рік тому +4

    Such a dope video brotha!

  • @SoyMariaAntonia
    @SoyMariaAntonia 2 роки тому +17

    This video was so wholesome. It’s so amazing what happens when sometimes we let go of the plans we have and let life surprise us.
    Happy birthday Luke, wish you happiness, health and more adventures like this.

    • @davedavids57
      @davedavids57 2 роки тому

      He missed out the part where he mentioned that no other country on earth regards where he visited as Morocco as the Moroccans drove most the population into the desert after their brutal invasion in 1975 leading to a brutal war that continues to this day. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Sahara

    • @d.h.2509
      @d.h.2509 2 роки тому

      ​@@davedavids57 Lie as you wish, that would not change anything. Facets remain facts, the Algerian regime has been exposed for reselling food aid that was destined to the maharanis in southern Algeria, and financing terrorism. The Moroccan sovereignty over the sahara has been recognized by most countries in Europe and the Americas including the United States.

  • @globaldreamteam
    @globaldreamteam 2 роки тому +36

    Amazing video once again Luke! Honestly one of the most authentic and meaningful storytellers and UA-camrs on the platform. This is the shift back to content we need more of.

  • @jjdicarloutube
    @jjdicarloutube 2 роки тому

    I watch A LOT of content on UA-cam. This is HANDS DOWN the best video I’ve ever seen. Seriously. Just from the standpoint of making lemonade when you got handed lemons (passport sitch) and saying “f it - I’m going to Morocco” then seeing the trust in mankind and seeing the spirit of adventure and just embracing it all. Dude. Amazing. There is just something that brings people super close when they trust each other like this. Absolute blind faith. Sometimes it doesn’t work but when it does - magic. This was magic. Way to live, man.

  • @CanadianStarships
    @CanadianStarships 2 роки тому +12

    Hi Luke, after watching both versions, I have no idea what you could have cut out. You are so very good at this and you have just kept getting better. Don't get discouraged, don't give up!

  • @MyFriend_Oliver
    @MyFriend_Oliver 2 роки тому +5

    Glad to see the video back up. Happy for you!

  • @nancy-yo1oy
    @nancy-yo1oy Рік тому +8

    tengo tantas ganas de terminar la carrera y viajar como tú, las experiencias que vives tan aleatorias son en realidad las que merecen la pena

  • @aim1534
    @aim1534 2 роки тому +5

    genuinely one of my favourite videos from you. shame it got taken down but it was honestly a pleasure to be able to watch it for the first time all over again :)

  • @kittygurl1323
    @kittygurl1323 2 роки тому +7

    I love how adventurous and go with the flow you and your videos always are! Hopefully the vid stays this time

  • @orionxo00
    @orionxo00 2 роки тому +39

    Luke! I love these vids man. Would you be able to make a video on how you travel on a budget and the way you do it? You make it look so easy!!!

    • @mrmotofy
      @mrmotofy 2 роки тому +2

      He has 2.3million subscribers...he's getting plenty of money.

    • @lilshiesty3198
      @lilshiesty3198 2 роки тому

      when you want to visit Morocco just come for free my home open to anybody

  • @fuschiarose
    @fuschiarose 2 роки тому +4

    Didn’t get to watch it the first time, but I’m glad I got to watch it this time! I’m always impressed, Luke. You did good, my friend.

  • @arielthequeen890
    @arielthequeen890 2 роки тому +35

    It looks like you had a great time and met wonderful people. FYI, since you travel so often, ask about getting a second passport, where you have two at the same time. It is something that some frequent travelers are able to do.

  • @steveb1972
    @steveb1972 10 місяців тому

    I love vids like this, showing the truth of how 99.9% of people are really good and friendly 👍🏼

  • @bardnightingale
    @bardnightingale 2 роки тому +36

    This brought such a smile to my face. Such hospitality. Your ability to roll with the flow and talk to people is a gift. This looked like one of the best road trips ever. Thank you for sharing.

  • @Grace-vo5fu
    @Grace-vo5fu 2 роки тому +7

    I cried the first time I watched this, and it hit the same the second time too. Thank you for making such beautiful films Luke.

  • @vshcvsh98
    @vshcvsh98 2 роки тому +1

    you made me have the biggest grin on my face the entire 9 minutes watching, this was quite a beautiful journey!

  • @creampuff966
    @creampuff966 2 роки тому +7

    Luke's videos never fail to give me a sense of surrealism, I always end up looking at life through a new perspective every time he tells us the story of his adventures. Such a beautiful channel, I will forever be excited every time he releases a video!

  • @catchZs
    @catchZs 2 роки тому +5

    Glad the video is back up, I couldn’t watch it the first time it was uploaded :( It’s so nice to see you enjoy your time despite having to wait for your passport ! It’s also really heartwarming to see fellow moroccans being so welcoming🥹🥰

  • @AskMarkieMark
    @AskMarkieMark 4 місяці тому

    Luke, first time seeing this in my feed. I wanted you to know that I needed this video for my heart today and glad I'm getting to live vicariously through your eyes...

  • @RobertoHelou
    @RobertoHelou 2 роки тому +40

    Such a good piece👌🏼 Always blown away by how spontaneous you are and how much love you have for humanity and adventure

  • @tammynunya5152
    @tammynunya5152 2 роки тому +9

    Watching again for my boy because good guys shouldn't have to come last. Keep going Luke, you're so appreciated and your work is breathtaking 🙌

  • @najatm
    @najatm 2 роки тому +2

    WOW, you're a great storyteller! This is my first video I watched on your channel and after one viewing I am a fan. Well done young man. I can't wait to watch more.

  • @thisisrids
    @thisisrids 2 роки тому +4

    aww the part where you said that you didn’t share that it was your birthday and yet had the time of your life was so wholesome

  • @45ladybugs
    @45ladybugs 6 місяців тому +1

    I love how you brought all these guys together to make what seems like an epic adventure to the Sahara. When one door closes another opens.

  • @dartapriedniece6936
    @dartapriedniece6936 2 роки тому +20

    I hope you never stop making these videos (on UA-cam or elsewhere). You're a very talented storyteller and your audience really appreciates the hard work that you put into every single video.

  • @the.odo.re00
    @the.odo.re00 2 роки тому

    omg. The mind of traveling together with your new friend and the way how you’re talking about him magical it’s touched my heart 💜 Wish you amazing trips with good people.

  • @Tiluliinaij
    @Tiluliinaij 2 роки тому +11

    Inspiring to see how well you adapt in every situation or place. Hope everything turns out the way you wish, Luke! And UA-cam should be ashamed for deleting this wonderful video :(

  • @brycekellyhowe
    @brycekellyhowe 2 роки тому +7

    Wow! What a great and safe video! Can’t wait to watch this over and over for years to come!

  • @KeithBarnesLife
    @KeithBarnesLife 2 роки тому +1

    Everything about this video is absolutely amazing. Morocco/Western Sahara just joined my bucket list!

  • @parishyuna
    @parishyuna 2 роки тому +43

    This is so amazing! I would love to travel the world like you do but it's so different being a woman. You are so inspiring!

    • @motokiheights
      @motokiheights 2 роки тому +7

      I spent about 20 years after college traveling through Africa, China, Japan and various other spots. As a woman, of course, I had to be a bit more careful, but traveling alone allowed people to approach me when they wouldn’t if I had been in a group. It’s important to be flexible and able to handle ambiguity, but also be open to speaking with anyone and careful to be respectful of other cultures. Most people are just people curious to know who you are and what you are doing. They want to share their world with you.