AIRLINE FAMILY FLYING STANDBY TO ASIA!!

Join my family and I as we travel to our kids THIRD CONTINENT! We'll explore Hanoi, Vietnam with our friends Kent and Ashley. We'll also take a weekend trip to Ninh Binh!
My Gear:
Vlog Camera: Sony ZV-1 M2
Microphone: Rode VideoMicro
Drone: DJI Mini 3 Pro
Instagram: / mylayoverlife
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:52 MSP-SFO
01:10 SFO-ICN??
03:15 Seoul
05:27 ICN-HAN
06:55 Reunited
07:54 The Note Coffee
09:38 Cooking Class
11:42 Train Street
14:20 Ninh Binh
15:10 Mua Caves
16:29 Trang An Boat Tour
18:07 Final Thoughts
18:53 Bloopers and deleted scenes

[@wtt8914]

One of the things I love about you and your lovely family's content is how real and raw y'all are esp Mom and Dad with your emotions. Thank you for being human and real and for taking us along in your journey. I relate to the emotions and the stress of non-reving as an airline retiree myself and it just makes me appreciate and enjoy your videos even more. Thank you and Merry Christmas to you and the Family. Much Alofa!!!

[@Inimini68]

Thank you for your efforts, and congrats with your 19 anniversary! Greetings from Holland.👍

[@scottgoode9874]

Absolutely fantastic. What an amazing pillar of strength and an example of a father husband and human being you are. Just because you are a man doesn’t mean that you can’t show your feeling. It also shows your family that emotions are normal and not to hide them. My 14 year old son is wanting to start a career as a pilot. What a role model. Beautiful family!!

[@keithmiller2714]

Paul, don’t ever change anything about how you edit and produce your videos. So genuine and exciting to see the adventure. Congrats on the success of the channel. Merry Christmas!

[@stevengiarc4743]

I'm getting old. When I saw Paul get emotional I also got emotional. "I'm not crying you're crying". I love the vulnerability shown by Paul. It made the video more moving.

[@maryblue75]

My dad was a pilot. I miss him. We flew standby everytime, and i miss it so much, and i miss my dad. He was a lucky guy he flew military and commercial 40 years. Flew from doubledecker spitfire f84g then 727 747 airbuses and all. He was very silent though, and i see those videos to feel closer to those times. I am not entitled to flying standby anymore, company of dad closed, so that s cks completely. My dad didnt feel like taking us journeys though he wanted to just be at home, he played violin amazingly. You are doing a great job showing your kids the world. Later on there will be no time. I remember flying in cockpit on my moms lap me and my sister all 3 on the jump seat for a 30‘ flight where dad was flying .(city to island).

[@davidisaacson9543]

Don’t you love the feeling when you think your not going to get a seat and the gate agent calls your name. Love your emotion.

[@ELCHEFMENDEZ]

One time I was in that situation love that feeling much love from the Dominican Republic 🇩🇴

[@rugger8136]

I don’t know why you getting emotional when you got your seats made me emotional! Such a feel good video, your kids are so lucky to have such an awesome dad. Thank you for sharing!

[@andrewsoel9792]

As a member of an airline family trips like these are never forgotten. Personally it was trips like these that taught me exactly how small our planet really is, it opened up my eyes to different people, cultures, and ways of life. Thank you for using your benefits, and sharing them in such a meaningful way with your family. Safe travels!

[@AshAndLexa]

i was already crying before you even started crying! i’m in the middle of flight school (working on instrument now) and it is SO HARD. what keeps me going is thinking about being able to bring my kids all over the world like this. so watching your family travel vlogs reminds me why i’m doing what i’m doing, when it gets tough! thanks for sharing🩷

[@davidperry3257]

Being an Airline Retiree of 34 years, this was one feel good video! Thank you Paul for sharing the adventure of the families first time in Asia with the rest of us!

[@R7VS]

The most raw footage of a 'real aviation embedded family's' travel plans / trip. I've got my own standby adventure to vietnam come the start of January and this has got me more excited than all the perfectly put together itineraries etc

[@Dannsandiego]

What a lovely family on an unforgettable adventure. All good things to you!

[@jabesjj]

I think it is impossible not to shed a tear or two in this video, I know I did! Paul...Amazing content as always! I am a Dentist whose childhood dream and passion was to become a pilot. Regardless of my current occupation which I absolutely love, I have always known I would end up in the skies someday and not just as a passenger. You have inspired me to pursue my dream of becoming a pilot which I will soon see it through. As I soar the skies, there will always be a cloud or a star with your name on it for inspiration. God bless you and your wonderful family Paul, thank you for the genuine heartfelt content!

[@kristindewitt9059]

Last year our multigenerational family spent two weeks in Japan. Seeing our kids experience Asia with grandma is something I will never forget. Our 12 year old cried when we headed home. He absolutely loved it. ❤

[@julianbog1]

So many great moments, feelings and emotions in this video. Everyone being themselves, kids being kids, adults valuing a true friendship, celebrating love and you capturing it all. Your content is always such a pick me up moment for me. Thanks for keeping it up!

[@douglashammel8866]

This is incredible! As someone who travels for work fairly often, I love that you are trying to take your kids as many places as possible.

[@johnb4100]

This video brought back great memories. We were in Vietnam this past September and loved it. I’m a retired airline employee and we chose to fly confirmed all the way. I give you credit for pass riding with the family. I find your videos not only fun but informative. But this one was by far my favorite. Thank you for sharing your journey and reminding me why we really need to go back to Vietnam.

[@vickytati1991]

I have aerophobia and watching your KZbin chanel has calm me down a lot. I am from Vietnam and I will travel back home to see my family on Dec 28th. Im so happy to see you in my home country. Im from Ha Noi as well. Hope you have a wonderful trip with your family!

[@C4664L]

A new Cinematic aviation gem has been uploaded🎉

[@coasttocoasters]

I totally understand the stress of standby! We use it a lot for our family travels and it is horrible when the open seats are low and you just don’t know! Glad it all worked out for you all!

[@archiem7757]

Paul voice is so incredible and perfect for the voice overs.

[@KenDixon-ex9lv]

Thank you Paul for all the adventures you take us on. I love the real unscripted emotion you show in all your videos. Looking so forward to your next adventures.

[@user-bv8yw4iq7o]

I don’t have children myself but I let my nephews watch your videos because you share family values and experiences over materialism items. Thank you for sharing your life and teaching my nephews different cultures.

[@warbirdwf]

What a wonderful family vacation you all enjoyed. Great memories for your children to look back on decades from now. Thanks for taking us along.

[@CHULAIa4-6667]

I lived in Vietnam from April of 66 to December of 67 at ChuLai Marine Corp air base. Amazing how they came back and rebuild and the people are so friendly.

[@jeighteen8297]

Beautiful video Paul, and making me super excited for my trip to Hanoi in January! Thanks for taking the time to capture your travels. Love to see you exposing your kids to the wider world and opening them up to different cultures too 👍

[@nobodysbusiness5411]

Videos like this make me re-assess what my goals are and what I appreciate in life, thank you Paul.

[@scottjohnson1508]

Happy Anniversary guys. One of the most special, incredible emotional videos. Made me happy cry. So excited for you. Have an awesome time. Enjoy. Safe travels. Love you all. Signed, a fellow Twin Citiyan. PS: Paul the look on your face as the train passed by you - priceless. ❤❤

[@user-ne7ie2og8q]

Paul, I love love love your videos! I was flying standby when my kids were the same age as your kids. It brings back so many great memories. My palms still sweat when I see you waiting waiting to make the flight. Thank you for making fun, upbeat, positive videos. They always make my day 🙂

[@a350Delta]

Thank you, Paul, for giving such a great view into my dream job and for showing us this beautiful world through a camera! ✈️

[@debmcgimpy5958]

Always want more of your videos! I love travel and adventure. Love seeing what your children are learning and the adrenaline rush you always include. Is there any better way to experience the world and people than to immerse yourself in it? Awesome! Thanks for sharing!!

[@sowikiscool]

As a Vietnamese who just went to Vietnam this summer, I gotta say that you did a pretty good job at pronouncing things. Great video as always!

[@obiwanjakobe9814]

you have a kind soul my friend. seeing you cry like that made me ''sweat'' a little hahaha

[@kevinheard8364]

Just so very wonderful. I want to share something: Your videos and your sentiments are so sorely needed in today's world.... to see something mean that much... and meaningful enough in a world "safe enough to express that" is so touching and so treasured. Yes, I'm a plane enthusiast; but your videos are so special as I get to 'live vicariously' thru them. Happy Holidays to you and yours. I have a cold confession: I had visions of military police and just "coldness" .... wow, such a treat. Thanks again for sharing.

[@Mack8994]

This is amazing Paul! My parents did the same to my brothers and I growing up. They wanted us to experience the world and culture and to truly appreciate how diverse we all are. Kudos to you and your wife for doing this. I am certain your kids will appreciate it even more when they are older. Greetings from Canada (Greg)

[@theworldofjohn1972]

Super cool that you get to spend that amazing time with your friends and especially your family. I love how you are not afraid to have fun and show your emotion with your kids. Awesome! Loved the video.

[@RobRoy2012]

Really enjoyable video, Paul. It's a great way to get your family to experience other countries and cultures and allow us to go along too and share the joys of travel.

[@wannafly34]

Thanks, Paul, for sharing your life with us. Not crying at all during my work break. Always amazing content!!!

[@TheBeardlessBear]

The most real KZbinr ever! Thank you for sharing it all and even your vulnerability, love your content. Merry Christmas Paul and Fam!

[@rebelvol1]

One of your best videos yet because not only did you show another great adventure but they mean nothing without the people you are with. Glad you got to see your friends.

[@louisetvancouver6161]

Thank you for taking the time to bring us along on your adventures. I love your channel for the ups and sometimes down of travelling , all worth it in the end. Safe travels ✈️🌏

[@KhoaNguyen-gy3mm]

As a Vietnamese I’m so so happy to see how you and your family enjoyed the trip with lots of memorial and special moments. Wish you and your family all the bests and hope to see your another trip to Vietnam soon ☺️

[@rcatron68]

I'm not crying....sniff, sniff, sniff....outstanding. As a fellow ED (Emotional Dad) who LOVES his family like you, sir! I can relate big time. Great content. Follow you and My Layover Life and enjoy it a ton. Us ED's / aviation geeks must stick together. I'm a United GS out of Washington DC area so hope to be on your sleds one day. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your family!

[@klauskjller609]

Love the objective to bring your kids to all continents - it is so important for them to learn to embrace the world and its cultures. Thank you for a great video.

[@lorancemorrison9100]

Wow ! Paul once again knocked it out of the park. Another inspiring video to just get out no matter where you’re at.

[@BeeHus2256]

Good to see a new video! What a great family adventure. It looked really amazing.

[@nancyhope-landon9185]

This might be one of my favorite videos you have done. I'm so glad you are giving your children the opportunity to explore many different cultures. I don't think I will ever forget the sights and sounds of the markets in Vietnam. I spent about 3 weeks in Hanoi and a week in Ho Chi Minh City when we adopted our son. I love everything about Vietnam and hope to travel back one day soon.

[@grantbrown7594]

A new Layover Life video! The day is off to a good start ✨

[@phillipday2391]

I have been checking KZbin for a new video regularly and watched your old ones over again. When I saw this post I was genuinely excited to watch your latest adventure. I'm past the 1000 hour mark and would love to fly right-seat with you some day and hear some of your stories. Keep up the solid work!! I'll see you on your next layover!!

[@DanielHendrix42]

Making memories with the family is the most special thing you can do. Keep pushing forward with the Continent goal.

[@martinedwards599]

I absolutely love your videos Paul, not just because I’m also a pilot and myself and my family love to travel, but because you show genuine emotions. Thank you for not editing out scenes where you show true feelings, and teach your children that it’s ok to have feelings and express them. Blue skies and tail winds Sir.

[@FlyGuy457]

Congrats. Your friends are very lucky to have your family as friends. Very special. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@michelledickie1312]

I’m not crying, you’re crying. Such a sweet video.

[@tomhughes1649]

Love the fact that you didn't edit out your true emotions. Takes a lot to show raw emotion to the world. Well done and thanks again for the content

[@satpreetsodhi]

What a lovely, family oriented video!! It's great to see you and the family making trips and memories around the world. Watching you cry with your wife, at the airport, brought a tear or two to me eyes! So very glad your kids are learning about the world and the different cultures within. Its so important in their upbringing to see how other people live their lives. Vietnam looks like an exciting place to visit. Love how that 3pm train came so close to you all. Bet that was nerve racking!! And what a great opportunity they have to travel to many different countries, because of your job. The only irritating thing about staff travel, is travelling standby and waiting for seats to become available. My late father, worked for Air India 🇮🇳 and I have memories of waiting at the airport, for seats to open up! Very frustrating, especially waiting for more then 2 days!! Love your videos as always. Wishing you and family a very Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 and a Happy New Year. Looking forward to more great videos in 2024!!

[@user-ie5pw4zd7v]

Paul, I appreciate your videos and the opportunity to see the world through your lens...It's always a pleasure. Thanks for showing the beauty in the the places you visit, never ordinary...extraordinary. Keep them coming. Blessings Brother!

[@ThePilotsMindset]

Merry Christmas Paul!!! Thank you for sharing snippets of your life with so much authenticity, it's truly refreshing!

[@sfb1964]

That was my favorite vid so far. Interesting, informative, fun, but also heartfelt and real. Love it.

[@hendrikdevries9725]

Thank you for sharing your feelings so generous with us and your family, really loving your travels, and what it means to you.

[@helloladyalice]

I get so excited whenever I see you post a new video, every video you post is an absolute joy to watch. Love how genuinely you let your emotions come through, I can totally feel it, and it reminded me of the moment I travelled home and saw my parents for the first time since the world shut down. Happy tears! Thank you for sharing your journey and a part of your life with us. You are one of the awesome people who makes the world a better place. Merry Christmas to you and your family :)

[@kanabcowboys111]

I originally subscribed because of your aviation content, but your channel became so much more. This is the most wholesome and inspiring channel i subscribe to, and I strive to be just like and have a wonderful family like yours. Please know you have made a positive influence in the world with your videos.

[@JollyRogerAviation]

As a fellow pilot and non-rev risk taker, I almost cried when you got called for your seats out of SFO 🤣🤣🤣. Yesss I love happy non-rev & commuting stories!

[@Keystone75]

I've watched several of your videos and this one is my favorite. So many sweet and genuine moments. Thank you for sharing your family with us!

[@dennisbrooks3270]

Thank you for sharing your family adventure. I worked through out Asia for many years, so your video brought back memories. Your kids will be people of the world.

[@JasonKurtz1992]

Besides all the cool travel destinations and experiences you generously share with us, I really appreciate your videos because you're not afraid to show your emotions on camera. Thank you for setting a good example that it's okay for guys to cry sometimes.

[@refefeahgeha]

Really fun video. Brought back memories of travelling with my family as a kid.

[@Av8.G8.2.G8]

Crossing that busy street was like a real life game of Frogger. Awesome video. Glad to see your family linking up with friends.

[@capthook8066]

You guys are great parents and your children are fortunate to have you. I never had any opportunities even approaching that as a kid. Keep enjoying life!

[@andywayne5356]

You are such a wonderful example of what a great Dad and Husband look like. 👏👏

[@shonnie089]

I love a guy who shows his emotions. Happy Anniversary!

[@oliverrehm8093]

What a trip. Always a pleasure watching your vids. And that street crossing in the deleted scenes... OH BOY!

[@Shawnia67]

So thankful for you and your family sharing your adventures. My husband was a mechanic for united airlines and we were able to take small adventures and we loved it. Wishing you and your family many blessings and a happiest new year

[@akarisilver]

Always love you content! I have two boys that are 4 and 2. I cannot wait until they are old enough to travel and enjoy the world like you do with your family. I applaud you for introducing different cultures to your children. It is a very rare opportunity for kids to explore the world.

[@melidalopez8646]

This is one of your most beautiful, emotional and raw vlog I’ve seen on your page, love your family it made me cry 😭 ❤

[@carbonking53]

That wet market was a great experience for the kids and adults. It's gives you an understanding of where your food comes from. Going to a working farm is another important adventure everyone should take.

[@kyleo277]

Thank you for your videos.showing the real side of who you are with the emotions sometimes, the laughter really enjoy your videos

[@maynardsmith4255]

Great video Paul! Looked like a wonderful adventure. Great meeting you in SFO the other night! Looking forward to your next adventure. Be well!

[@dspiel]

I hope you're able to read many of your comments. I had watched this video when you first posted it and found it so inspiring. I was surprised to then see you mention that it was one of the lesser-viewed videos of the year. When I watched this, I was thinking that this completely captured how your "passion is encouraging you to explore this beautiful world." And no better way than with your family. I'm a pediatrician but started watching your channel out of an aviation interest. This video, though, inspires me for my own journeys. Fittingly, my partner is Vietnamese and so I have a number of upcoming explorations there.

[@benoitfamily5]

Great video! I love seeing the interaction with your family on these vacations. I can't wait to see the next trip!

[@paulcoolidge1140]

Your passion is what makes your content so special! Thanks for helping me escape for a few minutes today!

[@Avgeek0926]

This is just awesome! This made me more passionate on what I’m doing right now. Also, this gave me motivation to finish my cfi, cfii, and multi strong! Thank you for your wonderful videos and I cannot wait to take my family on trips!

[@janicehemen4203]

Awesome video, Paul! I sure hope your kids appreciate how special it is to have a pilot dad who shares the world with them! You packed so much into a week's trip! And I loved the scenes of you crossing the street--that's one of the unforgettable memories of my time in Vietnam. 😮😮😮

[@michaelboykin3701]

Love this. Love your raw emotion. Just proves so much that it’s people and memories that matter

[@FaviMarti]

My father was an aircraft mechanic for TWA and then American when they got bought over. Non revving was always so nerve racking, and although a lot of times I remember being bored, I always enjoyed the adventure of going somewhere and especially looking at the planes from the gate. We mostly went to Mexico, but I was fortunate enough to go to Italy and France on a couple of occasions as a kid. Fast forward 25 or so years and I left my former career in public safety and bumped right back into the world of airplanes again. I just hit my year mark with an airline as a ramp agent and have non reved 12 trips. I’m hoping to grow in this industry although I am not sure which direction it may take me. I had a medical situation that I’ve been dealing with recovery for the last couple of months but am hoping to see if I can pass a first class medical in the near future to see if flying might be a viable path. Thank you for sharing your experience I hope to some day see Vietnam.

[@TravelwithTasha393]

Paul, I love your story telling. I feel as though I am there with you and your family. Thank you for taking us on your family trip.

[@GerbeSepp2143]

You and your family are so symphatic. I love to watch your videos. The mixture between Sightseeing and insights in a pilot's life is great. I would really appreciate to be one of your passengers when I fly to the US the next time. Greetings from Bavaria

[@tombarb2864]

Paul…if everyone was as kind and as loving and as genuine as you, our world would be so much better. God Bless you and your family!

[@Watergirl66]

You may be a great pilot- I have never flown with you that I know of. But you are an amazing Dad. Keep it up. Your kids will cherish these memories forever.

[@kennethcutter817]

Your kids are so amazing to be able to experience what many of us can only en joy through your eyes

[@Allan-Lauder]

The best you tube channel, what an adventure for your family, love the emotion and the kids sense of adventure.

[@ItsBugsy]

Beautiful family & treated so well, great Dad.

[@bezoar21]

Thanks for taking us along!

[@samtakhandhia1012]

Merry Christmas and best wishes for the coming year to you and family Paul. This was a wonderful vlog and it was so heartwarming to see the joy in being reunited with good friends in a far away place. Safe travels !

[@navcop33]

Paul, you have got too be the coolest pilot on the planet! Loved the video....

[@thaispetrocelli]

How fun!!!! Your kids will remember this always! Happy Holidays!

[@backthebusup]

Thanks for taking us along & sharing your family!

[@kirkvanswearingen8848]

Thanks Paul for taking us along in your journey. And Happy Anniversary. Now this trip to Vietnam

[@Jen-fr4sd]

Wonderful!! You all have a joyous time and Happy Holidays!!! Thank you for sharing your trip with us subscribers.💫💕

[@MikeMcginnis-cm8wv]

What a great adventure! Love your content! Thanks for taking the time to make these videos- they’re really great.

[@silviatejeda809]

Don’t stop showing your feelings in front of your kids ❤. I suscribed because of your videos but now there’s another reason, you have a big and kind heart Paul! Greetings from this Dominican lady living in the Bronx, NY!