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[@RaptureGaming626]

As a Canadian, I have been to Texas, Florida, Nevada, & California; all in the last 3 years, & I must admit, Americans are far nicer than we are lead to believe. The Mainstream Media, & Social Media would have you believing that you can to get shot or mugged at any moment, but I never felt that at all.

[@sleekilla]

Glad you were treated good. But the crazy part is, is you really can have something bad happen at any moment

[@YerpDerp17]

You aren't completely wrong, but to also be a little more nuanced or fair, there are plenty of places in this huge country where you do actually have to be worried about being mugged, or any sort of crime. It for sure doesn't represent the whole country, and most people who visit here out of the country won't be visiting those areas. But every state has its places that you are best off not coming to, to varying degrees. The thing with the United States is it's so vast, with so many different types of people, that you can't really stereotype it as one single thing. And the news is always going to be reporting crimes, so it's overrepresented by default. But no, the average tourist has next to nothing to worry about here. But if you live in this country, there are for sure many places you don't want to live and avoid at all costs. lol

[@kingbrutusxxvi]

I'm a mugger and I've got to say I'm sorry that we missed you. I might have been sick that day. Again, my sincerest apologies. 😉

[@usmc24thmeu36]

The media and the governments are all the hateful people

[@sedmark6328]

That homeless boom has only happened since Trump left the White House. We have always had some, but not like it is now. This is a consequence of our open southern border allowing in mass amounts of drugs, more people and human traffickers

[@ronaldatkins7996]

You guys would be surprised by the many many people that you probably saw and met that were carrying guns, but they were carrying them concealed. Tens of millions of Americans have their concealed carry permit. Speaking for myself, I can’t remember the last time that I went into a public place and wasn’t carrying my pistol (concealed). So glad you guys enjoyed your trip to the USA! 🇺🇸

[@hayfieldhermit9657]

I was thinking exactly what you said. I don't know what the carry rate is in larger cities, but in small town Midwest where I live its pretty high. If you live in rural areas you also hear all the target practicing going on during the weekends.

[@tonya--7704]

Yeah I think it's funny that "visitors" have this impression of gunfights on street corners everywhere they go and everyone in high alert in a battle zone. We don't live in a video game. People don't run around waving guns. And probably half if not more of the people you saw had a gun on their person. There is a little sign at the front entrance to our Walmart that says "Please refrain from open carrying firearms while in the store, thank you" That is so very American.

[@YoMama_JRXC]

​@tonya--7704 even Americans think there's gunfights all over the place without realizing there isn't

[@lifeandfaith]

@@hayfieldhermit9657 In 2023, 47% of adults living in rural areas report personally owning a firearm, as do smaller shares of those who live in suburbs (30%) or urban areas (20%).

[@Rockhound6165]

@@tonya--7704 well, there are certain places in Chicago where there are gun fights on every street corner.

[@trapperjones7098]

Texan here. As far as the guns, it’s no surprise you didn’t see any. Most who own are concealed carry. Glad you enjoyed your trip to the US.

[@carsoncasmirri3874]

Honestly yeah. If I’m carrying I don’t want anyone to know what I have and quite frankly it goes a ways to not putting anyone on edge plus it’s just more convenient to carry a sub compact in your waistband vs trying to keep a Desert Eagle on your hip

[@MissMosierable]

My state only had open carry until a few years ago. Now we only have CC. This only applies to people lwgally carrying and followi g the laws, but you'd never know if someone with a CC permit has a gun unless they are using it because pulling it out to show anyone without lawfully using it in self defense immediately after is a felony.

[@paisleyhen]

You really cannot judge the true American life if you only saw the big cities usually visited by tourists. Once outside of the city, life can be drastically different

[@cabrown308]

We are an amalgam of disparate life experiences but all having relationships to commonalities.

[@brianvernon7754]

yeah- the rural areas normally got a lot more meth n less education

[@paisleyhen]

@@brianvernon7754 We do okay in the education department here in Kansas. PLUS we have really good manners and wouldn’t be that rude. Friendly people who wouldn’t call you out on the dirty toerag behavior you exhibited in your comment.

[@quinbatty1026]

It’s nice to see people from outside the USA see us as we really are and not as the media portrays us as.

[@4444mbutler]

Thank you for phrasing it so succinctly!

[@christopherhardy8937]

How does the media portray us? Which media?

[@blake7587]

Correction: “and not as Democrats portray us”. Democrats are evil and always have been.

[@LosVaquero]

@@christopherhardy8937Mostly European media, but it can even be our own. People see us as crazy obese uneducated gun wielding assasins

[@floridaray3380]

@@christopherhardy8937 The leftist media?

[@wolver73]

Most Americans would probably avoid driving in Los Angeles or New York like the plague.

[@lightinthedark9984]

I live 30 miles East of LA; I will not go in there unless my life depends on it.

[@PaulsWanderings]

and Boston

[@LindaC616]

Sontrue

[@LindaC616]

​@PaulsWanderings God, yes

[@Mikel3564]

and Dallas. traffic is horrid here, especially the closer you get to downtown

[@yorkiepuppykisses]

It's refreshing to see some folks come visit us and not bash us - but rather talk about nice - good experiences... We are a nation of endless accents!!! :)

[@davedaring9823]

Wow, your very first KZbin video!

[@rspapabear9629]

Texan here, well done on the accent. Thanks for making this video.

[@Ira88881]

You do realize that he just did the most fantastic southern accent ever? Seriously: It was absolutely perfect!!!

[@BlakHeart666]

Love to see him do a Cajun/coonass accent

[@garyhatmaker6589]

Dude did a better southern accent then 85% of Hollywood. I actually paused the video just to comment on how good his southern accent is.

[@BrendaBowman104]

Although what he really did was a Texas country accent. They will need to go to Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, or the Carolinas to hear a real southern accent! And the Louisiana cajun accent is completely different. and then there is the Minnesota accent, and so on. 🙂

[@Ira88881]

@@BrendaBowman104 Whatever.

[@BrendaBowman104]

@@Ira88881 I wasn't trying to be offensive....but I've lived in all those states and they are really different.....just saying there is a lot more to explore.

[@leilae6851]

“please keep talking” is how us americans feel w your accents as well!! it’s so fun seeing how people from different places see us. great video!!

[@jimbo2287]

So your apparently from America yet like K-pop Jesus Christ our country is fucked if you ever had to go to war

[@vordt4139]

@@jimbo2287 Cry more snowflake.

[@Blueknight1960]

@@jimbo2287 Have you never had a history lesson? Have you've been living in a dark room and have never stepped outside of it? Ever since this country has existed, we have been in a war about every 10-15 years. So saying we are fucked if we ever had to go to war is just plain stupid. We've had plenty of practice at war.

[@WAFishQuest]

​@@jimbo2287K-pop is great!

[@JazAcrossTheWorld]

@@WAFishQuest I love kpop!

[@gregwillis3194]

How you think Texans are warm, friendly and polite, is how many of us think New Zealanders are. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us. You have a wonderful family.

[@stevewest438]

Been to the States many times. Love the country and the people. You guys really nailed the essence of the USA!

[@yournewzealandfamily]

Thanks Steve!

[@herrrob14]

As a Southerner, I have to say that your accent is spot on.

[@TheTenthWave]

Agree! His southern accent is somehow better than mine, and I grew up in rural Georgia!

[@cathyb5759]

What I loved was he didn't overdo it, like it's done on the screen

[@davidowen225]

That was impressive..he nailed it

[@Zelmel]

For real, that Texas accent was on point!

[@ronsamborski6230]

It was interesting hearing people with Kiwi accents speaking with their versions of our various U.S. accents. 😃

[@johngrey5143]

I am an American gun owner we have concealed carry in Florida and most states have it too the idea is no body knows u have it for self protection and don't let that make y'all afraid most Americans are really friendly as u experienced

[@Lina_unchained]

And most gun owners are responsible enough to never even draw their weapons in public. Truly, most gun owners are law abiding citizens whom you can trust to not jeopardize you or anyone around.

[@bocatcc]

​@Lina_unchained only draw your gun if you are going to use it. It's not a toy that needs to be shown off.

[@Jay123hollis]

In in Tennessee where I live and a lot of other Southern states they have constitutional carry.

[@Lina_unchained]

​@@bocatccexactly.

[@kahrnivor]

There are guns everywhere we just conceal them. More than half of the states are free to carry.

[@1jennadean]

As an American - tipping is hard to get my head around, too. Except for restaurants with waiters, when I always know how and how much to tip, I struggle to know when and how much to tip. And I hate it.

[@jasonrodgers9063]

EVERYBODY hates it, but it's the nature of things. I tip VERY well, unless a server is truly awful.

[@davidhutchinson5233]

Hate tipping? I don't hate it. It helps those on the lower end of the economic ladder.

[@jasonrodgers9063]

@@davidhutchinson5233 What I hate is people expecting a tip for things like handing me my carry-out order that I phoned in for. A competent server? A skilled barber? 100% they're getting a generous tip from me!

[@bradliehallbauer9225]

Born and raised in Arkansas. I moved up north for about 6 months and they made fun of my accent. I said “I don’t have an accent” then I went home and heard my dad talk and thought to myself “omg, we do have accents” 😂

[@LN-Lifer]

Arkansas here too I have family up in Washington State When I visited there they made fun of my accent and I said the same thing you did But as soon as I returned home I sure as heck noticed the difference!

[@slate613]

We Ohioans do the same thing! lol

[@bradliehallbauer9225]

@@LN-Lifer all it took was my dad saying winda instead of window lol

[@Faker_SZN]

You could come down to Louisiana and we would make fun of your accent 😂, but it’s our way to say it’s a cute accent

[@Janice4th]

Everyone has an accent.

[@lowerclassbrats77]

The US is large and spread out, making a vehicle an absolute must.

[@Anne.Pinkerton]

My Mom passed away last year but she had the most beautiful Louisiana accent! She always called me "sugah girl!"

[@normagrimstad8869]

I have to say I love how Southerners address someone as Miss --, whatever your first name is. It’s charming.

[@jasonrodgers9063]

Condolences on your loss.

[@IRLtrolls]

I’m born and raised in Texas. The reason the south is so friendly is because it’s too damn hot to be talking to each other with any attitude. We’re all already on edge from the heat 😂

[@SouthernArtist77]

I understand this.

[@1brokemofo2023]

ive been in texas my whole life and i can say without any hesitation....its getting hotter every summer here! i agree thats too hot to have much attitude here 😂😂

[@zyxwut321]

Also, population density. Sun Belt cities are more spread out. New Yorkers (and Bostonians, Philadelphians, etc.) are the way they are in large part because people are so on top of one another. You kind of have to claim your space as you keep on moving. If you stand in the sidewalk in the middle of Manhattan, you WILL get jostled, pushed aside, yelled at and perhaps worse. You HAVE to keep moving and know what you're doing and where you're going.

[@user-df6mf9mb2l]

D

[@alfredhernandez9799]

I'm from Texas and the REAL reson is that people in the South are just nicer than yankeee.

[@JamesExcell-InterJex]

Small town America is another level of culture shock. You guys are in for a treat. 😆 😅...and SHOCK.

[@Delet322]

Small town/ village.

[@ffarmchicken]

My county has a population of 6000 and the county seat, the largest town in the county is 1300 people. 😊

[@Kennypowers51]

Most shootinga happen in big cities in the darker areas.

[@tylercrosby2529]

Yup, go hang out in Amish country in central and northern Wisconsin.

[@duckmercy11]

​@@Kennypowers51 Lies.

[@matthewgordineer2256]

I noticed that most foreigners think of the US as just one big country, which it technically is, but in reality it is 50 countries agreeing to fly under one banner. Each state is its own sovereign and in short like its own country. Each state has its own uniqueness and culture. It is really seen in the smaller towns of each state. I hope your next trip you will be able to experience that.

[@mattiez3545]

I from Georgia. I really enjoyed watching this video. America is so diverse in so many ways. I can't wait to hear your experience in small town America. I live in a small town and it's great. Thank you for sharing.

[@jektonoporkins5025]

In America, owning a gun is like owning a fire extinguisher. The probability of my house burning down is very low, but I keep a fire extinguisher handy just in case. The probability of my house being broken into is very low, but I keep a gun handy just in case.

[@lowerclassbrats77]

Better to have and not need than to need and not have.👍🏼

[@fess1of9]

ahaha you said "a" gun. not being able to choose between pistol or rifle or 3 different calibers in each platform to remind said house breaker inner why they made the wrong life choices to lead them to this moment, well, i just find it uncouth. i didn't count shotguns cuz everyone has a shotgun : P

[@trinidyjohnson9295]

Dude you win the comment of the day!!!

[@AnaLucia-wy2ii]

But do you carry it around visibly? In our house, there’s a gun in a safe. We live in a safe area, so no one drives around with it.

[@user-wi9hv2pb2q]

Honestly I think distance is part of it. Outside of cities it will take emergency services a Long time to get to your house. In a city less than 5 minutes after you call. So both a gun and a fire extinguisher are common sense items unless you live in a city.

[@michaelhealy7005]

Your family is welcome to come to the USA anytime you please as far as I’m concerned. It seems you have a bigger appreciation for our country and culture than many Americans living here do.

[@shericarriero6240]

STOP..stop saying bad stuff of America..did you ever think maybe it's you

[@sues3218]

@@shericarriero6240 Every nation has its good and bad things about it. That is just reality. We actually do have citizens here that publicly say they hate our nation. They do it on social media all the time.

[@mrbackjr3938]

​@shericarriero6240 what did they say that was bad about America? He didn't lie.... u have idiots chanting "death to America" over here. Sometimes the truth hurts. #AMERICAFIRST but I do agree with you about if you don't like America..... leave

[@ronsamborski6230]

@@sues3218 👍🏼 It’s too bad that so many of the people who hate the U.S.A. don’t have the motivation to just leave. I say to them “Pick a better country. Nobody’s stopping you from leaving.” 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@amicooke1790]

One can appreciate America and still want to improve or correct its glaring flaws. It's not a fucking dichotomy, jackass.

[@jasonday7155]

Hey, what’s up guys! I live in New Orleans, but born and raised in California. Just came across your channel and I think it’s super awesome! Would love to experience New Zealand someday🙏👌

[@motohero7759]

Thank you for the kind comments...makes me feel better about my home country.

[@Osprey850]

Believe it or not, even we Americans can experience some culture shock when traveling around the country, since regions can be so different. I grew up in California and when I first visited the South in my mid-20s, it was such a different environment than what I was used to. I'll never forget getting hugged by a lady that I didn't know just because her daughter was friends with my sister, who was going to college in the area. I was taken aback that a total stranger would want to hug me. After she walked away, I turned to my brother and said, "we're not in California any more." Such unexpected hospitality is part of why I eventually ended up moving to the South... and it still sometimes feels like a different country than I grew up in. So, yeah, you don't necessarily need to be a foreigner to experience some culture shock here.

[@Daisydarthvader]

Also the hugging thing in the south is a bridge too far . . . Slow it down people😅

[@BenjaminCarter-if4gz]

@@Daisydarthvader I was born and raised in the rural south. We were literally raised that when you leave a gathering of friends and family, that it is extremely rude to leave without hugging every single person there. Doesn't matter if it's 25 people. It takes a LONG time to leave a gathering where I grew up lol. And I don't mean rude, like, it's just seen as bad manners. I mean rude as in, people will talk about you after you leave, and you'll probably get a call from your mother or grandmother on your way home because of how you emarassed them with you "uglyness towards so and so".

[@Daisydarthvader]

@@BenjaminCarter-if4gz my father is from Tennessee and we went back once every year and I know what you mean!! Lots of very affectionate aunts and cousins. 😂

[@tomisnt]

Yes we have people come and visit Arizona come on and go to our hiking trails, and they see a bunch of us carrying sidearms. We do this in case of a mountain lion attack or whatever. But I see some of them shocked and white in the face. Especially when we are nice and say hello how are you?

[@tomisnt]

Lol! Most of us would never think of visiting New York! 🤮 and yes, here in the western states, if you honk the horn you're looking at a fight!

[@dpollard5286]

You'll been even more amazed visiting small town America, that's when you see the full effect of what there is here.

[@sandrajintoorkar3181]

Oh yeah... ignorance and racism! Yay!

[@courtneylong4573]

Yes, I came to say this.

[@mortimerbrewster3671]

If I were a foreigner coming to the US I would fly into one of the big cities to see it and then spend the rest of the time outside of the large cities to see the amazing country. I did that in the UK (spent two days in London and the rest of the trip driving all over the country) - best trip. I wish I had done that in France.

[@MKCarol-ms7lg]

I'm glad they added the "Big City" part to the title. Hope they spend some time in small cities/towns when they return. I grew up in a smaller mid-west city and on my grandparents' rural farm, complete with a tiny town for banking and such. Then lived 15 years in Southern California. You can't make general statements about America.

[@noelramirez1551]

​@@MKCarol-ms7lg yea nobody in their right mind would spend thousands of dollars to go to some podunk town they want to go to the theme parks the big cities they could've saved the money and gone to some random town in new Zealand/Australia

[@johndavis3231]

When you visit America the next time, you would enjoy visiting the bluegrass area of Kentucky, especially Lexington , and touring some of the race horse farms. This is not just beautiful country, but the majestic and luxurious barns, mansions, and hospitality. The summer months of course would be the best time to visit. The Kentucky Derby would be a real treat. Actually, I am a Kentucky native but have never been to the Derby. We hope you enjoy your visit.

[@Unchainedmelody151]

Lexington local here!! Yes & red river gorge!

[@jasonrodgers9063]

You GOTTA go to the Derby at least once in your life! I went one time, back in 1985, was quite the experience! Sadly, the Derby has gotten INSANELY expensive, just like pretty much everything else in life.

[@pmjrjohnson]

I am so proud to be from Texas. It's refreshing to hear that your experience here was good and everyone was friendly. ❤

[@Wetzel983]

I went to New Zealand for 1 week 15 years ago to visit my American brother at the university of Auckland study abroad. I have never been in a place with people so nice and friendly. Maybe they were mocking us but everyone seemed to want to talk and show off how beautiful and awesome New Zealand is. I will never forget that country, never!

[@CJWJR]

A few states have an "Open Carry" law that allows people who have a gun permit to carry their guns on the outside, but most other states have a "Concealed Carry" policy. Seeing a Lamborghini or a Ferrari is a very rare sight for most people living outside of the major metro areas here in America. Food prices (and the prices of everything else) were much cheaper PRIOR to the pandemic. I love you guys! I'm glad you're planning another trip!

[@ajtoofer]

you dont need a permit to Open Carry. you need one to conceal carry

[@gr81disp]

​@ajtoofer it depends on the state. Here in GA, you don't need a permit for either.

[@jtowns485]

You mean prior to Biden

[@herschelsquirts2338]

@@gr81dispsame here in Alaska

[@brandonhill2183]

Open carry does not need a permit

[@toadsauce8091]

If you ever make it back out west you have to see the redwoods and the Grand Canyon. They will absolutely blow your minds.

[@gaileverett]

It should be a lifetime goal for everyone. Unforgettable.

[@runforrestrun1965]

Yeah man, I think the outstanding things in the US are the state parks. Loved them.

[@toadsauce8091]

The shocking thing about the redwoods is on your way there you’ll see a small stand among regular conifers, and they look like giant weeds projecting through grass. It’s the craziest thing.

[@Leo82655]

@@gaileverett I live among the Redwoods, but I have never seen the Grand Canyon. I would love to see it someday however at my age that might not happen now.

[@jtkyber]

​@@Leo82655The Redwoods used to literally be my backyard (Humboldt County). One of the few things I miss about California

[@davidzgrl05]

You guys are awesome. I was born and raised in Southern California and now I have been living in Alabama for almost 20 years. The culture shock I went through was crazy. I can't even imagine what it was like to be able to see the whole country in one trip. And I feel like you actually got to see the real USA. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I think so often we all forget that what you see in movies and even social media is not always accurate. Your review was so great, I look forward to seeing more of what you put out. 🤩

[@JustSomeGuy78640]

I'm so glad you had a good time! We are happy to have you!

[@u.s.a.198]

Thank you for visiting our USA ! I hope everyone was pleasant and your experiences were great !

[@KimDsmom]

The U.S. is so diverse; politics (“Red” and “Blue” states), The West Coast vs The East Coast, Northern states vs The South, “The Bible Belt”/Mid-West, farm country/rural, big cities… the culture; food, music, etc, the people; accents, different values and beliefs… and our complex history… it’s a lot to experience!! Even for us!! ❤

[@reginaldforthright805]

Thats why we need to break up into a half dozen smaller countries. We’re too different to coexist.

[@KimDsmom]

@@reginaldforthright805 If you’re ready for this “Great Experiment” to be over, and for all the blood that has been shed for Her to be in vain… I’m not to that point. I pray that other patriots are not, as well. We have to “fight” for the preservation of The UNITED States of America! 🇺🇸🙏🏼🙏🏼 (Our demise will be the death nell for what’s left of Democracy and Freedom around the world. 🙏🏼🙏🏼)

[@Jeffs40K]

@@reginaldforthright805 OR YOU could just MOVE to another country that already Believes what you believe.

[@vividly94]

Yet, we're known for having 'no culture' XD

[@Jasper118]

@@reginaldforthright805ew what? What a goofy thing to say

[@dennislbrown]

I've lived all over the US. It isn't just the accents that are different, it is the culture as well. The US is like a blending of a dozen different major cultures, and many more minor ones. Traditions, habits, religion (or lack of), foods, entertainment, family structure, can be very different. But all bound by a common language and the idea of "Americanism", a federalist government where most things aren't handled in the center, but at the state or local level.

[@mikem1825]

We really appreciate the love. Thank you

[@packet802ieee8]

We Americans are shocked by the price of food also. Prices have soared over the past few years more than at any other time in modern history. It's absolutely crazy how bad it has gotten in 4 short years. Fast food restaurants are struggling because they typically catered to lower income customers who now can't afford it.

[@jonathansanchez6136]

Corporate greed and post pandemic is tragic for the country.

[@adamplez2498]

​@@jonathansanchez6136 ya and poor government

[@TheRapnep]

The price of food isn't too bad, considering how much you get. You get enough to take home for another meal. I guess you won't be visiting again. Doesn't sound like you enjoyed your visit, sadly.

[@kurtwicklund8901]

There is this little war between two of Earth's largest wheat producers. Less wheat to buy - higher prices.

[@BrettHondow]

​@@michaelbucceri9215 Yep, Bidenomics at its finest.

[@jwell3336]

So, you haven’t truly experienced America until you’ve explored its small towns. The bustling cities are nothing like the charm and character you’ll find in small-town America. It’s not that the big cities are bad; they have their own allure. But if you want to feel the heart and soul of this country, venture into some of the smaller cities. That’s where you’ll discover what truly makes America what it is. Enjoy your trip here in the States!

[@alejandroWar23]

That's a pretty broad statement that small cities are what makes the USA the USA lol

[@o0usf0o]

Nobody wants to visit Greenville Mississippi

[@PelosiStockPortfolio]

As someone from a small town I couldn't disagree more. People in my small town dont like outsiders, especially if they appear to have more money than the average local. Maybe its different if you are talking about an affluent town or resort town

[@Sincewayback1997]

Not true. Nobody want to visit the middle of nowhere

[@mortimerbrewster3671]

You have four people who responded to the negative for your comment. As someone who is living in a town (45,000 pop) but lived in Los Angeles for decades, I agree completely with you. The urban areas with all of their so-called diversity are really very much the same. They have differences in topography but the rest of them are clones. I've been to many cities and going to one is no different than any of the others so I laugh at New Yorkers or Angelinos who think they are so unique. It wasn't until I got out of the cities and started seeing the rest of the country that I found true diversity and differences in personality and culture.

[@gregchambers6100]

It warms my heart that you so enjoyed our homeland. We all hope, so very much that you won't be strangers and come back as often as you wish. Quick story. NYC. I'm a Californian. I wander into a Chinese mom and pop shop, gaze at the menu and ask what kind of options.."OPTION!?!?!?! YOU HAVE NO OPTION!! YU BUY FOOD YU GO NOW!' I love New York.

[@onp1911]

It's awesome to see us viewed through your family eyes. I really enjoy watching your videos

[@nuckle4270]

Southerner here and that was a perfect southern accent. Perfect.

[@barbaracollins385]

You guys should really come back and visit the small towns and rural areas. The kindness people you will ever meet, if a do say myself. I live in middle Georgia and came here from Germany. In a rural area with 50 acres if land. So peaceful but big cities about 30 to 45 mins away. Can't beat it!

[@conniefoxx9813]

Yeah, but on a side note.....being a native southerner.....it really pisses a lot of us off to have people move here and buy up land while the natives can't afford to buy a home of their own. Why? because historically the southern people have been paid lower wages for decades.

[@bigbear7076]

Glad you enjoyed your time with us, lots of recommendations for your return!

[@lisagrafton2529]

I love the southern accent where, even if they're cussing at you, they sound sweet! So. Carolina, Louisiana, and Alabama have the best southern accents! Glad you enjoyed your visit! Come back soon!

[@snaggletoot3708]

I'm glad to hear that you all are planning a second trip to the small town/semi rural areas of the US. I guarantee it will be a completely different experience.

[@noelramirez1551]

Yea they're going to regret it on the first night when the kids are bored out of their minds and wish they would've gone to Orlando or a place close to the Beach like seriously you really think spending all that money coming all the way from new Zealand is going to ve worth it to see where Grandma makes shoes in the middle of Oklahoma 😂

[@samuelgodsey1327]

⁠@@noelramirez1551 weird take but okay. There are plenty of thing to do and see outside of big cities. Pretty strange thing to say honestly. Have a good one though lmao

[@noelramirez1551]

@@samuelgodsey1327 yea but is it worth spending thousands of dollars? Like I said let's be real people come to the US to see NYC LA Hollywood Miami.... they're not going to go to Wichita Kansas

[@samuelgodsey1327]

@@noelramirez1551 I’d say it is, if you want to experience something, spend the money to experience it, the amount of amazing culture and beauty that this country has to offer outside of the places you listed is endless. Some people only want to experience big cities and that’s okay but there is a lot of amazing things to experience outside of them and I find it sad when people don’t realize that or give it the chance. Just a different level of existence.

[@noelramirez1551]

@@samuelgodsey1327 yea I understand I was just saying the average tourist is going to go stereotypical tourist traps sure some might want to go see the national parks like the grand canyon but usually small towns don't have the adequate accomodations

[@mixolot707]

I got to 2:24 when Sam referred to our drivers and interstate network as a "well oiled machine" and had to just pause for a moment and reflect on life. haha. I'm very happy that yall had such a worthwhile trip.

[@ashleycnossen3157]

It really is. I love how when I get in a car I just know what other drivers are thinking and we all work together following the same rules.

[@hartman11cc]

The forever under construction interstates yes!

[@katmurphy6634]

I’m so impressed with how quickly you adapted to driving on the opposite side of the road…..I don’t think I could do it!

[@cherylluigs8984]

So happy to hear you enjoyed your trip to the states!! I am one of many Americans that have not visited any other country; it is simply too expensive got me. If I could, I would love to visit England, Australia, and of course New Zealand if money were not an issue. I think that you would enjoy Nashville TN (only 2 hr drive from me in Kentucky) and after that drive 3 hours east and visit the Great Smoky Mountains national park. The smokies are beautiful; rent a cabin there and just relax! Lots of hiking trails and beautiful scenery. It is my happy place when I want to rest and recharge. Your videos on your USA trip were amazing,..I have driven through New York City, spent a few days in Dallas probably 45 yrs ago, and I did have a visit to LA back in the 90’s for a few days. Happy travels!

[@triciawilkerson456]

As a Texan, I'm tickled to hear that you enjoyed our Texas accents (yes there's more than one in this big ole state) and that you found us friendly.

[@debbylou5729]

Met a lot of Texans. Business offices there. Also lived in Georgia. Never heard one single person say ‘tickled’ (only in Idaho) and have NEVER heard ‘ole’ except a nursing home

[@Sabbathissaturday]

@@debbylou5729 I’m a 6 gen native Texan and I say tickled.

[@Sabbathissaturday]

Also say ole! Big ole hamburger!

[@triciawilkerson456]

@@Sabbathissaturday sixth generation Texan too! Not sure if Deb was meeting newly minted Texans or temporary Texans to have not heard these very common words 🤠

[@wilsonklaben5512]

I’m from California and going to New York for the first time the constant honking was a culture shock for me

[@paulmryglod4802]

I want to say thank you to Californians in general for caring about pedestrians. In NY, good luck if you're on foot

[@lizmil]

NY is a great walking city. Trying to walk anywhere is LA is awful.

[@paulmryglod4802]

@@lizmil I agree. I was talking more about the individuals there, as a pedestrian.

[@mortimerbrewster3671]

Saying you're from California isn't really saying anything. You could be from rural California, so that would be an obvious culture shock. I grew up in California and lived in many different areas - the horns didn't phase me. I used my horn in California a lot (especially in LA).

[@nickruscigno3633]

People that do that out here are from the 3rd world and have no idea how to drive

[@regularguyprepper2993]

Don't worry. Many Americans are getting really sick of tipping. Many places that never used to get tips are now trying to guilt people into tipping. As a rule of thumb if you are sitting down and people are waiting on you it's expected to tip if you are ordering food from a counter then no tipping. Hope that helps.

[@amicooke1790]

Blame the dickheads programming the point of sale systems.

[@davedaring9823]

False.

[@camiller4916]

True. I am sick of tipping. Went to a craft fair, bought something, they turned the screen towards me, asking for a tip. I told the owner they should raise their prices and get rid of the tip. No, I didn’t leave a tip for the over priced thing I bought.

[@LinkOfZink]

im glad u all finally made it here. I hope you enjoyed yourself during your visit!

[@buzsnyder]

You guys seem like such a great couple. Always so supportive and positive towards one another.

[@jonmorey1760]

Glad you all enjoyed your visit to our country. Thanks for all the kind comments about Texas. We certainly like it. Looking forward to having you back in country.

[@dougnoack3046]

If you ever come back,you need to checkout the midwest. People live day to day,boat on the lakes and have a great time with family. Life is simple and we dont look down on people. Love you guys

[@beachaar]

That’s awesome! I’m glad you all had fun!!!!!

[@I_leave_mean_comments]

Trust me, we're shocked at the price of food right now too. Over the past 2 years or so, food prices have absolutely skyrocketed in the US.

[@FarBear-by6rw]

Tell me you've never traveled outside the US without telling me

[@kylemize7616]

@@FarBear-by6rwYou have to travel outside of the U.S. to notice a change in food price in the U.S.?

[@chb2551]

So has the monthly rents for apartments. That's gotten worse than the food prices. Sadly, the DSHS Food Assistance benefits, aka Food Stamps, hasn't kept up with the speed of the food prices increases that have happened. The rent hikes are making it so that those who are on a fixed income can't afford the new rent prices. SSA just isn't keeping up with it. That's put a lot of people out into the streets because of the ridiculous increases.

[@FarBear-by6rw]

@@kylemize7616 you're insufferable

[@johng5710]

Let's go Brandon

[@danajohnson4757]

Texan here!! Sam your Texas accent was great!!! I moved to Kansas in my 20s for a few years because my then husband was in the Army and we were stationed there. I never realized how thick my Texas accent was until I moved there. Lol!! After living there for a few years, I started to lose some of it, but when I moved back to Texas, it started coming back. And as many have mentioned, most gun carriers carry concealed. In fact, I can't tell you the last time I saw someone open carry. You were probably around lots of people carrying guns, but did not realize it. Loved this review of the US.

[@rebelamanda]

Awww, I'm so pleased Texas was great for you. We love visitors🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱🇨🇱

[@singingLeaf123]

you like illegals

[@MonkeyHouseOfPain]

Did they visit Buc-ee's? If not can they say they actually visited Texas?

[@gracie65girl21]

Buc-ee’s is a world of its own. ❤

[@ericparker163]

@@MonkeyHouseOfPainAs great as Buc-ees is, there's plenty that makes Texas Texas without it. Cmon now 🇨🇱

[@daniel_millican]

I hate when Texans use the Chilean Flag. Come on

[@alishashields830]

Y'all crack me up! Glad you liked it. New Zealand is my dream. So beautiful

[@mattc825]

That was very fair and kind to us! 😊

[@hughobrien4139]

Being from Texas I find that the people from Australia and New Zealand have the most pleasant accent of all. I’ve always enjoyed listening to anyone from those areas speak. Many of my KZbin channels are oriented around those areas. Many skilled craftsmen particularly in the Motorsports trade. Ford engines got the attention much longer around there than here in the US. I hope to pay an extended visit there some day.

[@michaeltriptow6877]

I just realized the reason I watch this content is to get to know more about New Zealand. And I like it!

[@jerryteske6760]

We experienced many of the opposite reactions when we visited NZ in 2012. But we loved your country and the people!

[@gammarat41]

If you want to see the most beautiful part of the US, come to Northern Wisconsin in the fall - (September/October). The fall colors are amazing, the weather is perfect, and you won't believe how many lakes and rivers there are. The fishing is excellent also. You must see Lake Superior, it's stunning. You'll love the whole state!!

[@mattcamara6103]

Your Texas accent is 100% spot on!! Well done!

[@bradG91]

Can't wait to see you guys experience small town America. Small towns are the heart of the country. It's understandable as a tourists from another country the U.S. is too big to experience everything so it's easier to stick to the big names like NY, LA, Miami, Chicago, Houston, Dallas, D.C. but the rural parts can be very interesting places that you could possibly fall in love with.

[@perkysweetbunz13]

just coming to say this

[@noelramirez1551]

You really think they're going to like spending 10s of thousands of dollars going to some random podunk town they'll regret it on the first night

[@sonnyjs15]

If you need a free place at the FL/GA Line, hit me up 😉. Okefenokee Swamp tour, Southern style food, and just a couple hours from Disney.

[@CharlesKim-ee8ie]

You make us appreciate this great country and land! Thank you!

[@applesforshinigami]

So fun to hear your perspective! I’m about to have my first trip to New Zealand from Texas. Very excited.

[@darrenlee2775]

My wife and I love your channel. If you ever make it to Maine, be sure to try our amazing seafood. Lobster, crab, mussels, clams, swordfish, haddock, cod, monkfish, we have some of the best seafood in the world. You'll never see a seafood chain restaurant in Maine because any local shop serving our fresh seafood absolutely crushes the sad, frozen excuse for seafood the chain restaurants serve. There is a reason our motto is "Maine, the way life should be", it's beautiful. I'm hooked on your videos, whatever you post, I'll be watching. Kind regards.

[@ralpholson7616]

My daughter went to UNE. She was working with the girls high school soccer team in Cape Elizabeth. One day the girls were having a discussion wondering why there were no Red Lobster restaurants in coastal Maine.🤣

[@nicolethompson8613]

I am sure they would love Acadia!

[@cousinit718]

Make it to Maine...good one

[@msvaj]

I'm a California girl. Now you made me feel like I want to visit Maine because I love eating fresh cooked seafood. Can you suggest some of the restaurants that cook fresh lobster, crabs and shrimp/prawn? Best city in Maine for fresh seafood?

[@cjonesufc]

I’m from Massachusetts and I can confirm that the best seafood in the northeast is in Maine. They’re absolutely known for it.

[@wrxstigoabs]

Great video - ex pat kiwi here. Food is quite expensive in places like NYC, LA, SF but much cheaper even at restaurants in middle USA. Likewise the mainstream supermarket chains but if you go to Walmart, Winco or Sam’s Club/Costco it is quite a bit cheaper than New Zealand. I noticed you’re eating it In-N-Out and Chick-fil-A two great favourites here in America and yes, you’re right, the fast food variety is mind-boggling. One of the big things that you’ll notice driving in America is not just the sheer volume of the traffic and the size of the roads but the speed which drivers drive particularly in the western United States. The speed limits are higher and nobody honours them so most people drive 10 or 15 miles an hour above the speed limit with impunity whereas when I go back to New Zealand I can’t believe how slow everybody is driving.

[@nickbusker725]

Good rule of thumb to avoid a ticket in America. Try to stay only going 10mph over the speed limit. Once you go 15-20 over, you’re asking to get pulled over. But you are correct. Hardly anyone treats the posted speed limit as the actual speed limit 😂

[@gregholtmeyer5430]

I have been to NZ three times now and I am in the process of moving to NZ. Your food is sooooooo much better and the coffee there, far superior.

[@MussO__]

Oh wow that southern accent at 13:48 was spot on😂

[@HyouVizer]

13:49 The husband's southern U.S. accents were spot on omg haha. Yes southerners are known for their kindness and hospitality. My boyfriend is one, he is such a warm hearted soul.

[@billybuckshot6909]

I spent a month in Christchurch and Queenstown. I met a bartender friend there that refused to let me take a 7 hour bus trip back to the Christchurch airport and drove me there himself and took me on a sight seeing trip via Mt. Cook. I’ll always see Kiwis as the friendliest people. I think Kiwis,Aussies and Texans are the only people that wave to strangers for no reason.

[@IVANHOECHAPUT]

I wave at strangers for no reason. But then again, I'm French Canadian who's lived in Mississippi for 13 years. I now live in the desert of California and always waving at strangers. It must be something I learned living in the south. Now it's just a part of country living, even if it's in the land of fruits and nuts!

[@3jasonwebb]

We Hoosiers are always waving at strangers.

[@bvand12]

People in the Ozarks do.

[@alwaysabob8962]

Your channel is so interesting! You do a great job.

[@nicoleknott2593]

Tipping is standard throughout the USA. Current tipping is min 18%, but regularly 20% plus for dining or where you are receiving service. Basically if anyone is assisting you in any way you should tip them. If you get assistance with luggage- anywhere-, standard is at least $1.00 per bag. A few bucks for your tour guides is appreciated and appropriate as well.

[@kalamari3288]

I remember when the standard for tipping used to be 15%. It just keeps going up, and more and more places are adopting it. I wish we had a way to get rid of this nonsense.

[@brianburkhard5209]

I'm not tipping if I order standing up or have to get my own meal...

[@robertomartinez5540]

Coming from a Fort Worthian, I’m glad to see a glimpse of the stockyards in your video

[@shannonmclean9349]

Yes!!! Same! Originally from the Ft Worth area and we're still in Ft Worth a lot, but moved way out to the country between Ft Worth & Wichita Falls.

[@norvaz94]

I grew up in California and have lived in Texas for 22 years. I love listening to all the different accents here. I’m within a days drive to Louisiana and Mississippi and still think it’s cool to listen to the different accents.

[@erickisel8668]

@Your New Zealand Family: First time viewer, really enjoyed your video. Glad you enjoyed your trip. Safe travels mate.

[@nickthompson2023]

A majority of people who carry don’t open carry. I think the more shocking part for you guys would be to find out how many of the people you met were actually carrying concealed.

[@warped2875]

Yup, not likely to see guns out in the open in any major city in the U.S., ...unless you witness a gang shooting. You might occasionally see citizens open carrying in western states when you are in smaller towns, out in the sticks, or "BFE", as it were.

[@perrytilton5221]

Most of the areas they were are very liberal heavy (California and New York). Go into states that are conservative and rural you will more than likely see some.

[@GardenisLife]

@@perrytilton5221 did you watch the video? they drove through texas lol

[@The_Real_Grand_Nagus]

@@GardenisLife I lived in TX a 25 years ago, and no one I knew carried. Most people kept their guns at home. Has it changed that much?

[@scottbivins4758]

​@@The_Real_Grand_Naguswell I mean the politicians are protecting criminals more than they are the citizens so I would guess.

[@gracie65girl21]

Born , raised and live in Texas. I’m so happy that you were able to visit and experience Texas hospitality. I traveled the world, and I still believe were some of the most friendliest people around. Ya’ll come back again!🤠❤

[@noelramirez1551]

Yea if you dont pay attention the texas politics and racism

[@gracie65girl21]

@@noelramirez1551 sorry that you’ve had to experience that. Unfortunately, it’s all over not just Texas and it’s a shame that there are still ignorant people behaving like that.

[@chrisquintana3877]

​@@noelramirez1551 If you think texas is "racist" you haven't been here long. One of the most integrated states in America despite the reputation, go north if you want to experience segregation

[@noelramirez1551]

@@chrisquintana3877 Greg Abbott just passed a law allowing police to openly discriminate on Hispanics because they might be illegal it's like if California made a law saying anything that looks like a redneck will be stopped and searched for anything that might suggest they're white nationalist

[@KittenUndercover]

@@chrisquintana3877if you think Texas is NOT racist, you’ve only been to Dallas or Austin.

[@micahgoingback1771]

Love the outlook of America❤ you sir had a good impression of us. Love that you guys say accent with such an accent😅. You guys made me appreciate USA a little more for the things i take for granted😊

[@amgthumper263]

as a 37 yr old american... i love you guys... you keep makin em and ill keep watchin em

[@karlenedryer2855]

I hope you can see our National Parks, such beautiful and varied landscapes.

[@novagiragos]

Glad you guys had a great time!

[@darrencorrigan8505]

Thanks, Your NZ Family.

[@Danny_does_it]

You all are great! I enjoy your content so much. I'm from Maryland here in the states. We have our problems here, but the vast majority of us citizens are kind welcoming people, who are being messed around with by our media and government. Glad you enjoyed your visit!

[@Jon651]

As an American, I love watching videos like these folks who are experiencing what I take for granted for the very first time. With all of the rancor and division we see these days, it really makes me feel good about where I am from (ALL of it), even if it does take having to see it through the eyes of folks from outside. It gives me hope.

[@Ellerbees]

This was all so interesting to hear! Your southern accent is 👌🏻 - ❤️ from a Tennessean.

[@aaronsloan1523]

Awesome observations! I'm a native of Florida, USA but now live in Atlanta, Georgia. I especially appreciate the "Wealth Gap" notes. My wife and I are very simple and lived in Guatemala for a few years and it was shocking to hear the beliefs that America didn't have any poor people and things like that.

[@TurboKnight865]

It’s hard to describe living in America. It’s kind of like living in an alternate universe where everything can and does happen. Everything and nothing surprises you at the same time. You just deal with it because you don’t really have any other choice. On a different note. I’m glad you enjoyed your trip!

[@emilybarker3240]

This is so true. It is a crazy place to live.

[@firefeethok_tui2355]

Great description

[@zee-fr5kw]

ikr wouldn't want to live anywhere else. most the world is forced into a mediocre boring state.

[@phyllist118]

As an American, small town America is the best. Grew up in a big city, live near one now, but small towns are THE BEST. That is real America IMO.

[@dkdoodle]

So long as you’re white!

[@Zale-vj439]

Being a native-born Texan myself (no longer living there though) you did a great Texas accent. On the flip side: I've been told I can do a pretty good Aussie/New Zealand accent --which is a fun accent!

[@1Melody1963]

Hello from North Carolina (USA). Thank you for sharing your experience in the States. It is interesting to consider how things look and sound to people from other places. I would love to visit New Zealand some day, it is a very beautiful country.

[@dongebhardt5599]

You will be surprise how many accents you will find throughout the United States. It varies from state to state and regions of the country. The more you travel here the more you will see and hear the differences between regions as well as states, cities, and rural areas.

[@fartzr.schmelli3351]

The more I hear of your experience in my country. The more I want to experience your country! 😊😊😊 New Zealand sounds so very mellow to me❤

[@peggynulsen1365]

NZ is a wonderful country to visit. The peeps are great and Mother Nature has blessed this little country in abundance. Go!!

[@BiologyBabe]

We visited NZ years ago and it was one of the nicest and friendliest places I’ve ever been. When people found out we were from “the states” they never let us pay for a thing… though we tried doing our part.