I Made it to a Secret Country in the Amazon

[@drewbinsky]

Just curious, how many of you guys out there had A) never heard of Guyana before watching this video, B) heard the name, but knew nothing about it, C) knew a few things about it, or D) was an expert on Guyana before this video. Also - please leave any feedback on the overall story in the comments here - I really enjoyed this trip and I'm looking forward to going back to Guyana someday soon!

[@joetoner2486]

B

[@Mvjesty23]

C) I have a friend from Guyana

[@Vivarsson]

D, I've done a fair bit of research om every country including Guyana

[@Devon881]

C I knew some things from Geography Now and my own knowledge!🇬🇾

[@Thomas-im2tk]

D Ive seen a different video on Guyana

[@unpackedwithmac]

the respect you have to go back and re-experience a country is so heart touching

[@drewbinsky]

Thanks! It's always worth giving a place a 2nd chance!

[@sledgehammer7499]

@@drewbinsky you should go back to Chad once it settles down a bit

[@ianbynoe6515]

@@drewbinsky ,lol. Did you give your girlfriend a second chance?

[@Jcro-10]

@@ianbynoe6515wdym

[@vishnudanraj2570]

@@ianbynoe6515 he's a traveler, so it looks to me like he had already given her 10 chances. Lol

[@Davidsbeenhere]

Bro killing it with this video!!! Loved the intro and going into the past. Telling the story of the country and adding your legacy element. Starting in Little Guyana QUEENS and then flying down. Epic dude!

[@1EVAFRESH]

What amazes me with all you videos… there is one unique thing I noticed and that is “ the people with little or no resources are willing to share the little they have with you but people that have lots of resources like the people in the western world are not willing to share” they always want more and more. Real love is out there but that is in the natural part of the world.

[@arlenemaxwellcopeland1644]

YES, and that's why I love when he takes something to share too.

[@i_palindrone_i]

And in most cases no one keys him pay

[@devyaslife3678]

My mom is from Georgetown Guayana but she hasn’t been back since she moved to America over 22 years ago. It was crazy to finally see the market she talked about selling at as a child in your video. She didn’t have the most positive upbringing there so I have only heard her perspective on the country. I was always afraid to go from the stories shes told me but after seeing this video it has truly changed my perspective! I now hope to one day see Guyana for myself and maybe even bring my mom back with me! Thank you for making this 💗

[@reldrago]

I was born in the states but my family is Guyanese, and seeing videos like this just make my heart happy in a way I can't explain. Such a lovely, wonderful country and video. Can't wait to go there more and more as I grow older

[@drewbinsky]

Thank you so much!

[@CherrySteinz]

Your channel is a source of pure, unfiltered human companionship and joy. You're giving a valuable thing to the world that not a lot of creators do. I've tried other channel vloggers but nobody is as adventurous, respectful, kind, and open minded as you, and I feel like each video of yours teaches me with something new and worthwhile, keep doing what you're doing man, you put love into the world.

[@CherrySteinz]

Travel vloggers* my bad. I would edit it but YT mobile won't let me 😔

[@dukert27]

That woman in the jungle seemed like the sweetest lady, knowing the country speaks English makes me want to visit even more. Fantastic video!

[@jays6553]

Drew, my parents are Guyanese and we live in Toronto along with tens of thousands others. Thank you so much for bringing light to our beautiful country. Every country absolutely has its rough edges but you did a great job showing the country for what it is. We are all the SAME 🇬🇾🔥

[@drewbinsky]

❤❤❤

[@pralaynathgendaswamy8662]

My grandparents grew up in Guyana then migrated to India. Grandmother's brother went to Toronto and his family living there.

[@Goldnlotusworld]

Torontonian w Guyanese roots here 💕

[@noahg5779]

@@Goldnlotusworldthere are a lot of Caribbean/Guyanese people in Toronto

[@Jilynciasmit]

me my self right now living in guyana its not that hard to live here but thanks for bring light in our country

[@ys8870]

im from bali and wow! i've never seen native amazonians speak perfect english with a caribbean accent, must've been a very unique experience for you!!

[@seetasahadeo223]

That's because we Guyanese speak English as our language .

[@ys8870]

@@seetasahadeo223 that is awesome, i know every Guyanese speaks english, but that carribbean accent is totally unexpected and its just sublime to me! So for me who lives halfway around the world, its just a cool thing to see and hear

[@SpoojFritter]

@@ys8870 If you think that is unexpected, I live in the UK and we have a large Indian/Pakistan population. It is crazy when I go to Scotland and speak to an India/Pakistani that has a really strong Scottish accent!

[@ys8870]

@@SpoojFritter i saw a trevor noah stand up and he mentioned the same thing!

[@amazonwarrior7126]

8870 its not a carribean accent but a Guyanese accent, all carribbean have different accents except for Trinidad which is very similar to a Guyanese accent,but if you are a Guyanese you can tell the dufference, in Guyana we speak Guyanese accented English which is in par with British English from the South of england , the best plus of course we have the regional accents, but dont get confused with creolise which is totally different,with many langauges included and slang words. so you know now.

[@pixapel]

Thank you for giving my country a second chance 🇬🇾❤️

[@chrisponce8303]

My favorite thing about your show is when you sit down to eat at people's homes and Show their hospitality. It gives me Bourdain vibes and love every bit of it.

[@taylorjones7174]

I have visited Guyana! It’s been years and years- but what an amazing trip we had! I loved it as well. Safe and sound, lovely people!! ❤ Id love to go back soon! Currently in Rab, Croatia! Vacationing at the Adriatic Sea! Sending love and hugs to everyone!

[@drewbinsky]

Have fun! I wish I was in Croatia !

[@flossbob3157]

@hit_me_up_DrewBinsky9bot don’t fall for it

[@josephdavis7189]

Safe when you have guides

[@omarmatouq3855]

South America has this charm no other country can capture, they feeling of refreshment and freedom in this land is pretty awesome, no matter if it is Brazil ,Argentina, or Guyana.

[@drewbinsky]

So true! A very underrated nation!

[@user-annoyingbrituo5nr5bv8s]

@@drewbinskyI think South America is a continent

[@johnnycrepaul547]

Love the Native People of Guyana Rainforest. Respect to the Amazonian People for their culture and heritage.

[@yogeshsukhdeo4837]

Thank you @drewbinsky for giving Guyana 🇬🇾 a second chance. Hope you now frequent my Country of birth. Guyanese people are kind, compassionate, and warm. Hope you've enjoyed the hospitality and soaked in Guyanese culture. One People, One Nation, One Destiny ❤💚💛🖤🩶. ONE GUYANA 🇬🇾

[@ourseaviewfarm1787]

The beautiful smiles of the children, people are always happy don’t matter what their situation.

[@Wazlonestar]

Its amazing you went hunting in the jungle at night. That is next level. We Guyanese have been watching your videos for many years wondering when you will visit Guyana 🇬🇾. But you did a wonderful job by visiting queens,NY then Guyana. You are always amazing.

[@NickWojcicki]

The Backyard Café looks AMAZING

[@l.k.williams6522]

As a Belizean Im watching this and its actually amazing how similar it is to Belize. I need to Visit Guyana!

[@Sthmohtwenty]

Belize don't have indian ppl

[@yannicklokur]

Are you Belmopanese os Belize Citiean?

[@robf.2585]

You want more of the same ?

[@kyleanthony6294]

I'm in Barbados it's more like the city lol

[@UnstoppableYouth-wu9np]

Yes you Belizean speak with the same accent like the indigenous people of guyana they also got there iwn language 🇬🇾

[@adrianbristol4392]

we appreciated your return to Guyana and that you leave with a better understanding and love for Guyana

[@CasminMoore]

Guyanese people are the most friendly and caring people I know. I am a proud Guyanese living in New York. Guyanese people are the happiest people in the South America. Guyana is a beautiful country. The hood in Guyana is no different than the hoods in other country. The people in the hood looks out for you.

[@amazonwarrior7126]

Hello there, I am Guyanese but whats a hood?

[@MJYoutubers]

⁠@@amazonwarrior7126A hood is like the ghettos like Albouystown, Tiger Bay, and Sophia in Georgetown for example

[@amazonwarrior7126]

@@MJKZbinrs well we in Guyana dont call it a hood yes its run down a bit but a high crime rate and drugs ? not much , and albouys town people now have a chance to work, but some just lazy and dont want to work and complain the venezulians taking all the work, what wrong with labouring or learning a trade for free?

[@TifaHeart]

I started watching your videos. You cover life from local people out there, from all around the globe. And I noticed how no one is complaining about life as it is as much as we do in Western societies. Everyone is always saying they like it there, no matter the poverty and hardships. Truly amazing what you do. Thank you.

[@remonacarter139]

Nice meeting and dining with you at the Backyard Cafe. Thanks for the cameos too. Glad you had a better experience exploring Guyana. I enjoyed the video.

[@AlishaPaul-ye6rt]

Drew you made me and my dad day with this video because we are huge fans and you coming to our country and giving it a 2nd chance and seeing the beauty of or people and places really touched our heart we really wished we meet you, but thank you so much for visiting our country guyana we are truly grateful 🇬🇾 ❤

[@jquestdc]

redemption for Guyana! I wasn't sure what would come from your channel after visiting every country, but you have created unique, compelling, beautiful videos for us that continue to intrigue. Big up

[@drewbinsky]

❤❤

[@frankmiranda707]

9:12 The infamous video about 🇬🇾 back in 2016. Glad you went back to give the country a 2nd chance and to clear the video with the locals.

[@cindyk3076]

Very cool that you gave the country a second chance and found it better than before. Everyone seems so nice and welcoming and helpful, but Regina and her village were just wonderful. She has such a hard life and loves it, has no complaints just being happy with what she has, amazing. Thank you for returning and showing us this beautiful country.

[@DIMP11]

I remember the last time you went Drew. You went to play golf, were scared of crime and basically went there just to add to your list. I was critical of you, especially when you added it to your bottom 5 list. Now I must give you credit for going back properly like 3 other You Tubers have done, Richards World Traveler, Sabbatical Tommy and Keenan Lambert. But you have many more subscribers than any of them so can show more people

[@robreeves201]

It's remarkable how brave and transparent you are. Watched so many videos over time

[@dabsanyone3752]

Yeah he darn sure isn't scary

[@ryanhutson]

I loved when he asked you what village you were from. So heartwarming

[@arlenemaxwellcopeland1644]

The village of Arizona. Had someone asked me I would say the village of Bricktown, Jamaica, NY Queens. ahahahaha. Even big places have villages.

[@robertfianyo7862]

Drew, is a really good person. He's not judgemental he seems to get along well with anyone.

[@esthersdaughterlong8149]

Drew, you are amazing. I'm glad you went back to Guyana and saw all of the changes. The people are beautiful. So friendly and hospitable. I love watching your adventures. Thank you Drew.

[@amazonwarrior7126]

8149 yeh we are frendly untill we fight then it turns very deadly

[@Thomas-im2tk]

This video has completely changed my perspective for Guyana 🇬🇾 now not only do I know loads about it I want to visit it to I love your ability to tell stories and even tho I’m not old enough to travel solo when I am I plan to go and see the world thanks to you. You inspired me and I’ll always keep supporting your videos wish u the best!

[@D4RK2020]

He inspired me to!

[@axelflyer1559]

I'm young too bro one day let's travel somewhere!

[@Thomas-im2tk]

@@axelflyer1559 that’s the dream!

[@drewbinsky]

So happy to hear this! Thank you so much!

[@GreenTea3699]

So many friendly people you met this time.❤ There are beautiful people everywhere. Love to all good souls in Guyana!

[@giizhikstar]

Thank you drewski! This has only made me want to visit Guyana even more eagerly. I am First Nations Canadian Ojibway and my daughter is actually mixed with Guyanese. The people in lethem remind me so much of my family and I can’t wait to show my daughter her other half and beyond. Thank you again for doing this video as I will most definitely connect with the ones you connected with for guiding.

[@johnriggsllanto7733]

Actually this is the video that i waited for!! I love guyanaaa

[@Empires.Graveyard]

Hearing these accents took me back to some years ago before Covid while working at a local fried chicken shack in Burlington, New Jersey. I had the honor of meeting and working together with one of the most down to earth people with such a beautiful warm personality/character that I’ve ever met in my entire life. Guyanese people are full of love and kindness! I will never forget you as my brother from another mother! My Guyanese family!

[@LastLargeGiraffe15]

May god bless auntie regina and her family ❤❤❤

[@KennedyT-o5b]

Love the Guyana trip. Keep doing the good work. I am definitely going to Guyana for my next vacation.

[@realtalk675]

That old man is so cute ! He was so surprised when u said 6 million 😮😂

[@rwtwb]

The Drew Apology Tour. I like it. Maybe you could do an episode where you bring a guy from Brunei and another from Guyana to come to Phoenix and roast the city. It'd square things up and would be a heck of a laugh.

[@Himeko-wv7fu]

The whole country calling you out for your last video 😂❤ Glad that you're giving Guyana a 2nd chance. I just found out today on 23andme that I have Guyanese ancestry. 🥰 Never been there, but maybe one day I'll have the chance to travel there!

[@farouqomaro598]

I am glad you gave Guyana a second chance. I knew it couldn't be bad. Loved this!

[@epson2025]

What an amazing video! Georgetown is interesting owing to the the vibe of the people you met, but the Amazon part is just once in a lifetime experience! As someone that lived for a while in the Brazilian Amazon (border with Peru and Bolivia), it was pure joy for me to watch and know more about this Guyanese part.

[@catherinehaslam9092]

B, you are truly the most adventurous vloger around!! I love your work!! What a great education ❤

[@Saavik256]

I've heard of Guyana before, but didn't really know anything about it. Another great video, Sir! I hope you're safe and well! Much respect from Slovenia!

[@seetasahadeo223]

Come visit our beautiful country

[@arunaramanan9074]

Drew thank you for giving my beautiful country another chance!! I’m so happy you were able to enjoy a true Guyanese experience. Much love 💗

[@lauraobregon1686]

Long live our indigenous communities 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@yajm.8147]

I need more videos of Guyana.. its nice to watch them.

[@0511wells]

Thank you once again for brining out the charm,, friendliness, and warmth of the Cuban people. I got to experience this amazing city through your eyes, and it is plain to see that you did make some contact with the father who got you the historic table for the too-sweet ice cream I will never visit Cuba but your lens got me a goo view. Thank you.

[@emanuel853]

8:43 In my Country South Africa that's what we call that kind of fish SNOEK.I'm just surprised that's they also call it snoek in their country.

[@ElevatedRossi]

these people are genuinely happy god bless them.

[@robrodriguez6958]

Your updated Brunei video inspired me to pop over to Bandar Seri Begawan while I’m in the Philippines this winter. This video has made me wanna head to Guyana in the future as well! Love the stories.

[@drewbinsky]

Im so happy to hear this!!! I’m in the Philippines now as I write this!

[@NAVYABHAN]

This is my second time watching this video. What I really liked about the Hunting Scene was the plan was to get something with four legs, instead they instantly adapted and went Fishing with the tools they had. Those Men are real Hunters that know how to forage and still have full stomachs! Even the Owl was fair game to them😳 I’m Happy that the Owl Caught his flight and had dinner elsewhere😎👍🏿

[@yajm.8147]

Uncle Brian is soo cool. They are so friendly out there

[@drewbinsky]

Super friendly!

[@BryanCaleb-p3z]

The Smile of the Children gives me joy in every video

[@oscarmills8773]

I used to live near Lethem and it's Amazing. Messaged some of my friends from there and it's amazing how they knew your face straight away, it must have been circulating. Your section on the Rupununi really captured the vibe, love it. Although... nobody go to Guyana please, I want it to remain a hidden gem!

[@drewbinsky]

So happy !!!!

[@waserogers]

Lovely and heart touching adventure. Love the natural environment.

[@guyanaplaces592]

Finally you did a little more justice to Guyana ❤🇬🇾

[@lizy8000]

B) heard about Guyana but knew very little of the nation or her people. So your Vlog is educational, and brings us to parts of Guyana that tourists may not travel to. Always informative through your lenses!

[@sallysadventures389]

Loved watching this Drew. I was born there and still scared whenever I visit. After watching this I will definitely venture out farther next time. Thank you 🙏🏽.

[@gawlingawlin4643]

Happy you came back, love the story telling.

[@kpopislife9411]

So interesting!! From what I see the country more specifically Georgetown has more of a Caribbean feel rather than South American. Of course not trying to generalize the whole country. So cool, definitely underrated South American country! Will definitely visit!!

[@rahsaankirton8737]

That’s true. We consider ourselves more Caribbean than South American. You’re welcome anytime to visit

[@dylans_vibeschannel]

YESSS Thank you so much Drew for visiting Guyana! I’m just about to watch this video, I truly hope u had an amazing time there!

[@leachville3001]

I live in Australia and I have never heard of Guyana before this great video. All of your videos are amazing and entertaining Drew. Please keep it up❤

[@drewbinsky]

Thank you so much!

[@seetasahadeo223]

You should visit our beautiful Country Guyana ..it's the only English speaking country in South America .

[@leachville3001]

@@seetasahadeo223 yes I would love that one day. Thank you.

[@trevden7665]

@@leachville3001 If you follow cricket you must have heard of cricketers from Guyana..Google Clive Lloyd..Alvin Kallicharran..Carl Hooper who lives in Adelaide South Austrailia since late 1990's..You can Google list of Guyanese cricketers..Check out: "Its our life-ard"..lots of great videos on Guyana

[@iveylynn7581]

My partners father is from Guyana! I can't wait to go there. All of his family is so kind and close to one another.

[@Evan-dm3si]

the authenticity and how genuine these videos are you can feel through the screen. great work bro

[@fy7462]

Me and my wife love your shows. She is afghan. And my fam is from guyana. I can't believe u went back.

[@Nurse_Traveler]

I lived in Guyana in the late 80's and made several shorter trips there. I found it to be a simple, vibrant life with happy people, despite the almost daily blackouts. I'm sorry you had such a bad experience there in 2016 and that you gave yourself another chance to experience it. For more Jewish population, try going next door to Suriname, which has a long Jewish history and a community that is still there. FYI, when I tell people I used to live in Guyana, they say "Ghana?" Then I have to explain that it is in South America. More people were familiar with the older term "British Guiana."

[@drewbinsky]

Wow thanks for sharing. Such a beautiful nation ❤

[@antishandex8984]

I love these people. Their smile is contagious

[@StartLivingNow1963]

Another Awesome Adventure Drew Binsky the Reason I Remember the county of Guyana being mentioned is from Hearing about the Jones Town Cult Massacre in the News back in November 18, 1978 other than i the knew nothing about Guyana 🙂 Watching from New Brunswick Canada🙂

[@drewbinsky]

It’s way more than a massacre 🙏🏼

[@mokasaam1819]

20:36 God bless her. I too had a few relatives pass away ❤

[@AdventClippah]

It’s trippy to see Amazonian tribe speaking English . Very cool!

[@SAPPHIREX5]

I am a Guyanese and I really appreciate you coming to my country and seeing all the beautiful sights

[@Frenomotor88-fn3bx]

Guyana is so beautiful and the people are super nice. By the way, good work on making the video. 👏👍. May you be blessed abundantly.

[@babatundeososanya5769]

I remember a Guyanese lady that attended medical school with me in Lagos Nigeria. That was in the 70s. Very friendly lady

[@EmyLaGargola]

Let me start to say Drew God has always been with you during those trips I love your adventures around the world I learned a lot of the outside world because of you my friend.

[@ciarabarnes1046]

Loved this video! I’ve been binge watching all day and this is one of my favs ❤

[@truthhurts856]

Can we all appreciate the fact that DREW never disappointed us with his content. 🤗🥰🤚

[@pinguço7]

Jonatan is my maternal uncle; I'm Brazilian, but I experienced all of this as a child. It's always an emotional experience for people to discover the beauty of Guyana!

[@Hexcaliblur83]

I'd heard of Guyana but didn't know where it was.. if I'd have to guess, I would have guessed Africa but I think that would have just been because of a similarity to 'Ghana'.. 🤷 I loved this video, Guyana looks so beautiful, the people, the food, everything looks good.. I'd love to visit one day! ❤

[@UnstoppableYouth-wu9np]

We have alot of African slaves descendants here

[@akashaofthenile6077]

seeing these beautiful people and breath taking country, makes me wanting to move,,away from the country I once knew,,,,to a way of life that appears so much more loving and peaceful. Thank you for sharing your adventure, love to all

[@StacksSats]

9:16 "Guyanese Watch Skunt" LOOOOOOL

[@chriswinter8511]

Preferred this video to the Haiti video. This was nice and wholesome and seemed to be a lot more respectful in general. It seemed like a nice fun adventure. More of this type of thing and less needless dangerous video's

[@slugshell2901]

Man… he really visited every country, he completed earth lore.

[@jeneisamassiah149]

So happy u came back to visit our beautiful country

[@robindeodharry2188]

Drew just a small correction , the northern border of Guyana is not the Caribbean Sea , it is the Atlantic Ocean . Guyana is not in the Caribbean , it’s on the continent of South America ( the coast of ). Guyana is considered a part of the West Indies/Caribbean because of its colonial past and connection with Great Britain , also the cultural similarities of the islands.

[@banksofbarcelona3893]

I guess the saying that Americans can't point a country on the map. Still Drew is as smooth as Mountain Dew

[@smolpotayto369]

@@banksofbarcelona3893not sure why the insult was needed. Hes human, he makes mistakes.

[@1004LP]

@@smolpotayto369correcting geography isn’t an insult and it’s something (accuracy) drew takes seriously in his work so I’m sure he’s not insulted.

[@starrynight8903]

@@1004LP They were replying to the first reply under the correction where someone said "Drew is as smooth as Mountain Dew", which from my understanding (english isn't my native language so correct me if I'm wrong) means he's stupid.

[@damentrent]

It is literally part of Caricom (Caribbean community)

[@maryanna4321]

I’m glad he cleared up his doubts and re-experienced Guyana to see it’s real beauty. Respect! 👍🏻

[@cadebecker2486]

Drew does the best at traveling content! Keep doing your thing Drew! We love you.

[@drewbinsky]

You are so kind - thank you!

[@ericalarson1743]

Loved this Drew! What an amazing place hopefully it will stay okay with the cash coming in and the locals prosper. Much love. Thankyou.

[@EthanRKassel]

I was in Little Guyana a couple months ago! Trinciti Roti Shop was fantastic!

[@brwnhilarybanks9953]

trinciti is a trini shop not guyanese!!!

[@almakay01]

I like this because it reminds you of how awesome we as humans really are.

[@yajm.8147]

Looks like Guyana and the people of Guyana Are soo cool. No offense but when they speak the Creole English its like music to my ear. Its like they are saying a Poem in a Rap. Such a cool people..

[@Key-ti]

This is one of my favorite video of yours, Drew. Makes me want to visit Guyana too. Such beautiful people and looking forward to try their local dishes. 💛

[@geomaster96]

Fun fact: Guyana just recently received a rapid economic boost which makes them one of the if not the fastest growing country in the entire world. Unfortunately, the country still deals with corruption, but let's hope it could get better with the increased amount of GDP per capita they just received last year.

[@fedex1138]

The thing that is most important for me is that when someone visit a country and show me that country, I kinda want to visit and experience that place. The people who were at the Airport when you arrived where all fans of your channel.😃💪. Btw love your videos😄

[@jacksauce]

Seeing just how many indigenous people spoke English was mind blowing to me. It seemed like you were able to develop a greater kinship with them because you knew their language.

[@jetfryl9831]

I like these ppl. They keep it simple.

[@bradenbagby4431]

On my plans for travel ive looked into the middle east, Europe, east asia, south America and Africa. Never looked into the northern sputh America countries like venezuela, guyana or Suriname always thought they were extremely dangerous. I believe guyana is going to be my next solo travel destination this video has opened my eyes quite a bit

[@shaquillealbert6970]

Yes please do visit Guyana

[@MyztiqueDrakes]

OMG @Drew Binsky I was just watching your visit to Haiti and was thinking mmhhh, I wonder if he ever visited my home, then right after your video to visit the Pygmies, sure enough your visit to Guyana is up next ❤Thank You for showing me memories of My home🇬🇾❤