I DID NOT EXPECT THIS! Arriving In Almaty, Kazakhstan | City Vlog Tour

[@Москау-ъ5ы]

Thank you for your love to my Homeland! -from Almaty, Kazakhstan🇰🇿

[@AlinaMcleod]

Of course! I'm having a great time :)

[@richter0139]

Kazakhstan is really amazing I really like the art in the restaurant and seeing the food was a unique experience thank you for sharing your trip with us Alina

[@margooliferuk8864]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJm1maeYYseeipo Kazakhstan 💙💚💛

[@Svetlana-says-it-as-it-is.]

Hi Alina, keep these videos coming and hopefully people will see Kazakhstan for what it is and not for that silly movie Borat.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thanks lovely! I will! Kazakhstan is so under rated.

[@haileyowen9034]

SvetlanaAlves Saysitasitis I hate when people say things from Borat like it’s nothing like that

[@Svetlana-says-it-as-it-is.]

Hailey Owen Oh god 🤦🏽‍♀️ Yeah. Borat was filmed in Romania which is another country Alina has visited and even all the Romania isn’t like that.

[@AndySnow]

*Я родился в г.Талды-Курган. Это рядом с Алма-Атой 260км. Спасибо за такое душевное видео.*

[@Бек-с9в]

I was born in Taldy-Kurgan. It is 260 km away from Alma-Ata. Thank you for such a heartwarming video.

[@s1ck7phunk]

The correct pronouncation is Taldyqorgan

[@AndySnow]

@@s1ck7phunk Taldy-kurgan - a name in the USSR Taldykorgan - the name after the collapse of the USSR

[@ShigeruWakita]

I had no idea about Kazakhstan other than former Soviet Union. However after watching your video, I have some inspiration about there. I will continually waiting the series of Kazakhstan videos with expectations. Thank you Alina for all of your effort.

[@franciscoespiritu9020]

thank you for sharing your vlogs in Almaty, Kazakhstan... beautiful music background and place to visit too ...

[@kbtred51]

Wow - great start. So elegant & beautiful. Then realised - no litter, graffiti, vandalism. That much civic pride it shines.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Yes, overall a very clean city

[@Manamanamana36]

We have some graffiti here

[@T4eOne]

Unfortunately we do have some districts with ugly walls etc, but overall Almaty is quite clean city. And we also have kind of legal graffity on some living buildings, that are called "муралы" or "murals".

[@rahulrasam]

Wonderful vlog and superb camera work! Valentina did great job explaining Mors and Cheburek. Looking forward to your next vlog! 👍🏼

[@AlinaMcleod]

She did do a great job! Much more to come :)

[@Reporterfy]

Great update Alina, looks like you are having fun. We always appreciate the videos.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you! It is a fabulous place :)

[@DL-fh9uf]

I checked on your videos to learn about Saskatchewan and so excited to see that you visited Kazakhstan. Greetings from Kz ❤️

[@AroundAustralia]

I'm Russian was born in Kazakhstan in Alma-Ata which called now Almaty but now I'm living in Australia and no one accept me like from Kazakhstan, everyone thinking Kazakhstan is Russia :) of cause it use to be USSR but it is different country. I gave up to explain and now telling everyone I'm from part of Russia which called Kazakstan. All people lives in stereotypes and me too, now I like this girl filming everything around Australia in my point of you and show people it in my videos.

[@ankita6219]

Helloiamindancantouphonenumberme

[@phxmarcos7378]

Superb vlog Alina... Everything are so clear and reliable... I specially love the market, everything are so fresh

[@davidellis5141]

6:17 Now that's an impressive building ! Nice fountain as well.

[@Sultan-nx9jn]

David Ellis Nowadays it’s the Kazakh - British University. It used to be the headquarters of the Kazakh Government and office of the Prime Minister before 1997 (the office of the 1st secretary or later the President of the Republic was different).

[@earthtojupiterjourney7566]

OMG, Alina, your eyes are green! In Canada I saw Indian eyes are green only. This is the first time I saw another culture, Ukrainian can be green too. So amazing.

[@НазымЖасыузакова-х8ы]

Hello, welcome to Kazakhstan!!

[@rafaelbaixista]

I really liked this new format of video! Congrats! And how nice is see another culture ot of the mainstream Europe/North America, made me want trip for those countries.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Wonderful! That's what I love hearing people get excited about. There's a lot of interesting places in the world that we just don't hear enough about and are worth visiting.

[@asunali313]

Hi Maybe you have a chance to visit after 4 years ?

[@lewiswheeler6444]

Hey alina, have to say this is the best video I've seen from you as a 2 yr subscriber...great clarity and subject matter! Only wish it was longer!!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Aw thank you! I'm so glad :) I hope you'll like my next video since I feel that one is one of the best I've ever done. Much more to come!

[@Leon-bl9zr]

Не забывайте пожалуйста про защитный крем от солнца, оно там очень сильное, особенно в горах.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Yes for sure!

[@chrissantiago04]

Woow what place Alina 😱😱😱it is gorgeous, you're lucky for being there, keep enjoying this wonderful trip, I can't wait for watching another new video😉😉😉

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much, Christofer!

[@lissandthat]

Alina, the woman who is producing such delicious fruit with her amazing content. Alina, the woman who is never content as is always striving to be her very best. GOD says judge us by the fruit we produce, MLK said judge us on the content of our character NOT the color of our skin. ALINA MCLEOD IS A WINNER I guess that's why she shops a WINNER'S!

[@carlossantiago9657]

Hi,I'm from Mexico!

[@운한서]

Two things I am soooo attracted to in this video. - Almaty - Alina. Sooo beautiful!

[@86madee]

Great video. Welcome to Kazakhstan. Tourists think it's not so safe here. But people are friendly here, especially from far countries.

[@AlinaMcleod]

I found it overall very safe!

[@johngonzalez4298]

Have a good time in Kazakhstan 🇰🇿

[@kxne514]

5:33 - 8 Dollars isn't mind blowing ahaha, in the UK I don't pay much more. In Poland I about about 1.5 dollars for a weekly simcard. In North America/Canada prices for those kind of things are just too high.

[@patelparth3280]

Hello ma'am big friend and love from India your blog is so amazing and very interesting 😇😇😇

[@HughesyTech]

Was there about a year ago and it's a fantastic city. Not enough people visit seriously. Just about all exploration can be done via bus or Yandex.Taxi so all pretty easy

[@AlinaMcleod]

Totally! I'm honestly a bit shocked that more people aren't talking about Kazakhstan as a great travel destination.

[@HughesyTech]

@@AlinaMcleod i think that will change in the next few years, Iceland was the same back when i visited first in 2013 then now everyone's going there. Exposure on KZbin is great for these places!

[@SlavicUnionGaming]

I love kompot!! I love Borstch

[@masha9276]

Almaty is beautiful !!! Alina ,your skin looks so glowing .Could u tell what skin care you using ?

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thanks lovely! I actually follow skincare advice from my friend Olena Beley who helps a lot of people with their skin. You can look her up on Instagram @olenabeley or here on youtube: kzbin.info. I use her recommended Bioderma cleanser and moisturizer and then serums from The Ordinary.

[@masha9276]

Alina Спасибо 😊!!! Обязательно посмотрю ее канал 👍🏻.

[@muhammadhamdi8395]

Accidentally appeared on the homepage because Fiki Naki and Dayana from Kazakhstan are viral on social media 😍 greetings from Indonesia 👍

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I assume that was Russian you were speaking and not Kazakh? Either way, good job! Where did you learn to speak the language? How commonly spoken is English? And what camera are you using?

[@bauerjan7887]

We spoke both kazakh and russian

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thanks! Yes, I speak Russian because I was born in Kyiv right before the Soviet Union broke down, but moved to Canada when I was 5. I had a period where I was kind of forgetting how to speak it, but I've been trying to really keep it up the last 5 years or so and its really helped. English seems fairly understood at the more tourist populated areas. There's even some English translations on certain signs throughout the city. The younger generation is also likely to know quite a bit since I was told its taught in most schools now. The camera I'm using is the DJI Osmo Pocket for more panning type shots or on the go type of camera because it's really small (and discreet for places you don't want to be too obvious about filming lol) and has a built in gimbal. I really like it overall and works amazing, but sometimes as a vlog camera I really have to double check it's focused on my face because I've had moments where it just doesn't automatically focus right. I also use a sony a5000 for said vlog moments if I have it on hand.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

@@AlinaMcleod I see, good to know. I've heard about the DJI Pocket, nice to see it in action, it's looking pretty good. I film with a Gopro, I'd be curious to compare the two side by side sometime and see which I like better. The Gopro does great as well but I do have a few issues with it. Have a great time in Kazakhstan.

[@voodoochild3859]

6:03 - 06:14 was captured beautifully 👌

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you!

[@zorrosish]

Fantastic!.......you truly are living a dream that very few can take!.......Savor every second on this trip!.......Thank You for sharing this with us !!!

[@AlinaMcleod]

I do feel incredibly blessed. Thank you!

[@roelheijmans]

Yeah you made it! Awesome! Have fun and enjoy.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Yup I did! Thank you!

[@roelheijmans]

Looks pretty nice up there and good temperatures as well 🌞 Can’t wait for more videos. Have a great time Alina.

[@Manuel-gu9ls]

How I never thought that Kazakhstan would be so beautiful and peaceful is it safe as well?

[@AlinaMcleod]

Yes, overall I've found it very safe. Of course I am staying in nicer areas, but so far it seems fine.

[@RajTarek07]

I love your country Love your videos watching from Bangladesh Please stay connected

[@alimohammad1934]

That country is actually nice

[@tariqgarma8869]

Great work.. Keep it up Tariq from Iraq

[@michaelwalters7333]

Wow Beautiful Country / Thank You for the Videos

[@Janita1688]

You are welcome! 🤗🤗🤗

[@nisuabdu3936]

Almaty 🍎

[@ofwhottopics2972]

Gonna put Kazakhstan in my list... thanks!

[@asunali313]

Hi, have you visit Kazakhstan ?

[@shimulhaque7313]

Hi Alina, I liked your blogs so much.

[@Adventurer1029]

Hi Alina Am planning a visit to Kazakh next year after covid lockdowns relaxes. What are the best places to see and best eateries to visit ? How many days should I spare for the place ? Are there any other places apart from Almaty that are worth a watch ?

[@AlinaMcleod]

That's awesome! Overall I'd say Astana and Almaty are musts as far as cities go. Big Almaty Lake is a breathtaking and a quick day trip, as well as Shembulack. I have videos of both those places if you wanted to get an idea of what they're like. As far as restaurants go I can't really give a lot of recommendations since we mainly ate at home, but the restaurant in the video would definitely be worth a visit. I'd say you need at least a week if you're going to visit both cities, preferably longer.

[@Adventurer1029]

@@AlinaMcleod Thanks a lot for prompt reply. Actually i was googling places and was confused between Kazakh, Ukraine and Romania. However saw your video on kazakh so wanted an opinion.

[@asunali313]

Hi, have you visit Kazakhstan ?

[@VeraEpsh]

Алиночка! Молодец🌷You are an incredible inspiration!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much :)

[@tristanstonger4166]

awesome work and I love how your smile and happy face are like a family member found again. You are the best, will follow everyday

[@BaconInEggies]

Woot woot, postcard club!

[@AlinaMcleod]

haha all thanks to your epic idea!

[@BaconInEggies]

@@AlinaMcleod it's an idea I have seen from the YT channel Kyde and Eric. :)

[@rezajafari8334]

I hope you have a good and amazing trip without any problem. If possible pls explain about cost of hotels transportation food and stuff like that.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Definitely will as the videos go on :)

[@princenobleray]

Nice to meet you of next tour to Astana. If you will have time welcome to visit Nazarbayev University campus.

[@vinodpund1574]

Wonderful

[@Arnel_A67]

pretty place 👍💕

[@rishipradhan5544]

Here after watching Michele ponte’s live stream 👍

[@AlinaMcleod]

😁😁😁

[@vhinsagcal207]

Hello my dear Alina Wowww nice to watch yiu again nice place country of kazakstan nice tourist spots recreational place zoo, foods and nature thanks Alina for touring enjoy your traevelling there in Kazakhstan keep.safe I'm.always praying for you see u on your next video Alina Godbless u take care Alina love from solid fan viewer supporter sir vhin from the Philippines 😇😇😇😇☺😊😊😊😘😘😘😘💞💞💟💟💕💕💖👍👍👍👍👍👍👍💝💞💟👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much!

[@ordinaryman8931]

Hi Alina, regards from Indonesia 🇮🇩

[@sycheikhmouhammad2288]

I like this country

[@voodoochild3859]

Alina you are one beautiful human being

[@zarinaavilova605]

That’s Ruslanas Korshunova mum! Such kind and pure soul human! I hope she is okay🙏

[@AlinaMcleod]

Yes she is ❤️

[@vitaflaman1932]

Oh! So amazing Alina!

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you, Vita!

[@cliveashley9364]

Beautiful video enjoyed it fr Jamaica

[@TS-sc3ym]

hi Alina, which month did you visit Almaty? thank you

[@asunali313]

Seems like it was in summer. Maybe July because temperature was 35 degree. If you want to visit I would recommend beginning/middle of September or late April or May also is an option.

[@dncviorel]

Catchy song! 😙🎼

[@MySimplySupport]

Fabulous vlog

[@brightstarlavandula3028]

Surprising kazakhstan, right... Underrated country... Superb nice country...

[@Avarua59]

Really glad you are enjoying your stay in Kazakstan. Are you allowed to fly your drone in the country? I saw a very recent video of that country from the blogger Jason Billam where he visited the capital Nur-Sultan.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Oh interesting. I'm actually there now. Was he able to fly his or did he get in trouble? I've had no issues flying mine when I was in more natural sites, but did have some video transmission problems when I tried to fly it in a park in Almaty. Don't know if it was because of signal interference or what but I decided to not risk it and just brought it down.

[@Avarua59]

@@AlinaMcleod Sorry - the comment about that blogger was separate from my question about your drone. I don't believe he uses a drone. He was in Kazakhstan just 3 weeks before you and also visited Almaty. He mentioned food & lodging is very cheap but it is expensive to fly there depending on where you're coming in from.

[@andradaiulia]

Canada is really expensive not just with wifi. A Covid19 test in Belgium will cost you some 45eur. In Toronto I paid 150 dollars...

[@greeneyedprincess5303]

Всем приветы, круто сняла)

[@arsenyerkeshev3983]

Nice video! Like!

[@fahadalmulhim8142]

Thank u Alina . You did well .✋💕✋ also U R so pretty girl 👧.

[@zakirhusain7291]

Nice

[@sajjadahmad7510]

Waw...very nice video..Really you gave me a lot of information about the City and i like your video ...Excellent work. from SAJJAD

[@AlinaMcleod]

Thank you so much!

[@agk890]

Brilliant shining teeth. Keep smiling.

[@banderaalbachino3255]

Love you 😍 And love your videos 😍 And love your way 😍 And love your hair style 😍 Ohh God i think I'm in love with you 😂

[@steverfc7]

Almaty looks good to visit best hotel has to be Ritz Carlton

[@jayalexander121]

I think the price of a sim card in Ukraine is cheaper and it's often unlimited data. Crzy compared to western countries

[@berikkarabala8825]

Alina where do you live in Canada? Have you ever been to YVR BC?

[@preciouslibra]

She says she is blown away by prices for local sim cards. Come on girl, when you stated this did you consider the cost of living in Canada comparison with KZ? Average salary for locals around $600-700,for canadians $3000.

[@AlinaMcleod]

Yes, I'm aware, but just in general Canada has some of the highest prices in the whole world. Even in western europe prices are much lower, so I just meant we are really getting ripped off in Canada.

[@Baurnomad1]

🥰🥰🥰

[@dansimpson3724]

You pay how much for data in Canada???

[@oralmukai9376]

Сізге рахмет !

[@batimasoltanova3147]

Керемет!👍🏻👍🏻

[@abisongremix6255]

Керемет

[@Ollie-1995]

Hi Alina sounds like you’re having a great time!, Turkey is a beautiful country I would recommend Istanbul to visit 👍 if you extend your holiday 😊, I’ve been to Ukraine it’s such a beautiful country me and my friend went to Kiev we loved it.

[@peaceevol]

Hello beautiful 💁are the locals of Mongolian descent? Thanks again

[@АкеркеИргебаева]

Ну очень красивая девушка.

[@mdarshadul9444]

Very nice

[@susbantiyahtiyah2173]

Wowwww...

[@grandpaSS]

👍👍👍

[@СакенИскаков-п4к]

🙌

[@kaffeetrinker2710]

😍😍

[@faiqahmad7038]

Super

[@Gvvxl]

Алина, я хочу у вас учить Английский, просто разговаривать, и все. How can I connect with you? У меня мало разговорного английского, слабо знаю, хочу выучить Американский, но вы так общаетесь, прям все свободно, также хочу, мечтаю так заговорить. Чтобы разговаривать свободно😄😪😞 Порекомендуйте, как выучить язык? Каак?

[@andrykalianda5778]

Good.. 👍👍👍👍

[@zhadyradauletbaeva9065]

I found 😍🤩

[@MXG2000]

You didn't expect to see skyscrapers in Almaty ? Your idea of Kazakhistan is the one made by looking to the Sasha Cohen's 'Borat' comic films ?

[@maazbutt9068]

Nice videos dear

[@zamstudy]

nice music track ... which one is it?

[@AlinaMcleod]

I get all my music from epidemic sound, this one is called different world.

[@zamstudy]

@@AlinaMcleod kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYLPepxnrpaBndU

[@SandeepKumar-gw6cd]

Very nice picture and i am very happy, I'm Sandeep Kumar from jagraon city Punjab India and ex student Tstu tambov Moscow Russia.

[@ъеъъуъ-я7я]

Welcome, cutie girl sister 🤧🇰🇿

[@kazakhstankazakhstan3311]

Good luc✊

[@pejuangtangguh1650]

I like kazakhstan and i like peolpe in kazakhstan and i like dayana sayangkuuuu

[@indubio5979]

How many languages do you speak?

[@AlinaMcleod]

I speak just English and Russian :) know a few words of other languages, but those are the main two.

[@antalyagozleri2526]

@@AlinaMcleod Are you of Russian descent??