Inside Afghanistan Pakistan Border Town

[@bruceball3697]

You’ve absolutely smashed any stereotypes or preconceived ideas people have of places around the world. The people you’re meeting are amazing and so hospitable. Goes to show we can’t believe everything the media tells us. Well done Simon, keep smashing it

[@pablopablo3834]

You are delusional if you think its safe though. The Taliban are targeting Pakistan and so are the Pakistani Taliban from the mountains where they live. Most people inside dangerous places are usually delusional.

[@McP1mpin]

At the same time it's a little preposterous to claim that a place is 'not at all dangerous' while guarding a bank that is fortified like Fort Knox. Those 5 armed barriers to get to the hotel aren't there because of the media either.

[@yasirkhan6455]

@@McP1mpin it is indeed v dangerous, there is serious insurgency in progress in this province with the usual suspects acting behind the scenes and no one should take it lightly!

[@JohnSmith-rw2yn]

I will never tire of Simons Welsh accent turning slowly into whatever country he is in but still speaking in English 😅 We've all been there lol

[@WayneCalvert]

i noticed it keep changing. at one point he was eastern european😀

[@bradman0479]

After so many years watching, your content has never got boring, I love your stuff

[@SimonWilson12]

Appreciate it 🙏🏼

[@notagiantseaslug5523]

@@SimonWilson12cheers mate, the accolades are deserved!

[@pithius2191]

Trying to get into Quetta Garrison (Army) with a massive sign outside and wondering why they can't get in...

[@rjflores438]

​@@SimonWilson12 Hi Simon, it was nice to bump into you this afternoon in Manchester. Big fan of your channel, you are as friendly and welcoming in person as you are on your KZbin videos. All the best mate.

[@jenzerbabiee1]

True he CRACKS me up funny great guy ❤

[@notagiantseaslug5523]

Simon in the market is top level traveler skill, he knows not to stop or slow down, is friendly but brief and confident, deals with the kid following him well. What a champ.

[@2loudway2much]

I love these unbiased perspectives from around the world!

[@joshmatty6457]

Love this comment

[@TheKingOfBeans]

Unbiased 😂 that’s a kind way of saying ignorant 😅

[@HoNow222]

​@@TheKingOfBeans lol that's because it's true

[@2loudway2much]

@@TheKingOfBeans showing no prejudice, that's what it means. That's not beeing ignorent (lacking awareness)

[@pithius2191]

Sorry to disappoint, but when you say "we are going to Jenna Gate, I don't even know what Jenna gate is"...that actually could be the dictionary definition of ignorant.

[@sxdxxn]

Hi Simon, i’m a pakistani, living in UK, and i’ve been watching your videos for agggeeesss. Firstly i’m so glad you decided to come to Pakistan, you’re genuinely one of the most entertaining travel youtubers, while also keeping it light-hearted and fun. I thought i’d clear up some questions for you about Pakistan. Over the last four or five years, security has improved massively. This means the kinds of attacks that were happening over the past 15 to 20 years are not happening as much anymore. This is why you see, so many guards, and“fortresses “around, they are simply patching up the scars left by the attacks, and also to act as a deterrent to any future attacks. The reason you saw people buying guns, and the reason people have them is because personal matters do arise, and while, almost always no harm is intended, people have guns to protect themselves in case of a personal attack on them, their families, or their houses. but this is very rare and most likely a ‘ don’t mess about, and you won’t get messed with’ kind of thing. Near the end of the video, when you had to pass through the checkpoint is fairly common throughout Pakistan. this is where armed forces (retired, or not) live. It can also be various other jobs/careers, but mostly is armed forces soldiers, this is why the area was slightly quieter. Once again, the extra protection on this area always a deterrent. I hope you enjoyed Pakistan, and I hope you visit Peshawar soon!

[@simongrinham7816]

Why do you live in England and not your mother land

[@Hustlémon]

​@@simongrinham7816 - I will give you the educated answer, in hopes in teaches you something. In terms of 'British Pakistani' dispora, you looking at 2nd/3rd Generations now. These generations will not hold a Pakistani passport and therefore will have difficulties in relocating. I'm pretty sure the 4th generation coming up won't even speak the native tounge (Urdu/Punjabi, etc.). In temrs of economic stand point, the British Pakistanis hold the 3rd most wealth in Britain in an average median family income, 1st being British Indians who hold the most wealth, than British Whites and 3rd British Pakistanis, so economically Pakistanis have adapted really well into UK's economic system, therefore have less incentive to relocate. Also, those who study and know econmics will NOT want 'All British Pakistanis' to simply relocate, the turmoil that will cause the British Economy will be extremely determental. Finally the psychological aspect to it, as Humans adapt to 'home surroundings' and hold comfort to that area. You don't see many children adopted at a young age go back to their Birth Family, as that is not simply 'Home' for them. I mean, there's alot more valid reasons, but, yeah I'll let you research into that on your own time 👍🏽

[@TheTJshow2011]

​@@simongrinham7816why not? People move to other countries for all sorts of reasons.

[@notagiantseaslug5523]

Thank you for the explanation! Your native country looks beautiful and kind and I hope to visit it someday. I hope life there continues to improve for all its inhabitants. Love from the US.

[@jawadahadi1296]

The area that was quiet is Marriabab where the minority Shia community of Hazara live. Armed forces don't live here

[@BigDaddyPowell100]

Simon, you should 100% be selling t-shirts/phone cases with "See you later, have a good one" on them!!!!!

[@lunarskyye2680]

Limited "WHAT A Great GUY" collection - Autumn 2024.

[@phobia145]

Oim Knackered

[@shadowfiend-s6u]

Actually an excellent idea Mr Simon Wilson...note this point ...

[@Ruslan_davudov_photography]

And condoms

[@notagiantseaslug5523]

You forgot to add “Cheers mate!” Or “You good?”

[@notagiantseaslug5523]

I wish more people could experience how kind 90% of people around the world are. Everyone basically wants to be happy, love their families and live in peace, but the perspective (especially pushed in America) is that other places are less-than or dangerous. I’ve found the middle eastern peoples to be exceptionally kind and generous.

[@McP1mpin]

You can find loads of kind and generous people in the middle of a literal warzone too but that doesn't make the warzone any less dangerous. Simon didn't say he heard Quetta was dangerous from his American friends, he said Pakistanis told him it was dangerous and not to go. It's really bizarre how you people will just ignore that kind of information and beeline to the comments to rage about America.

[@flyer1658]

Simon your videos make me have more faith in the world because you see how many good generous people there are in this world. Thanks for taking us along for the ride

[@steveloader]

Great video Simon I can’t get over how friendly the people are. Thanks for a great insight into a much mil-lined country

[@PJL7095]

Simon Wilson comes off as just a nice friendly guy from Wales UK. He’s Mr Personality & Mr Naive Traveler

[@PJL7095]

While Backpacker Ben is shaking hands saying ‘thank you BRO’ as if they know what bro means😂😂

[@JDD888]

He isn't that naive...done it all

[@mr.100rupees3]

He's not naive, he knows that there's danger for there to be so much security, and he questions why people say it's safe

[@PJL7095]

@@mr.100rupees3 I’m not saying he’s naive… I’m saying he comes off as naive

[@cjparsons6748]

@@PJL7095Bro is about the only thing the do understand. That and friend. So maybe not talk on things you don’t know about

[@markmawdsley3154]

This guy tests the boundaries of cultures we would never know the customs of. Great video and very enjoyable. Stay safe on your travels Simon. Superb content

[@moto_beskidofficial4362]

The best English-language travel channel on all of KZbin. Greetings from southern Poland

[@jjjjj0500]

I applaud these KZbinrs who bravely do videos like this showing the other side of the world no one has ever seen, telling us people that these places are great, peaceful. The people are friendly and happy, and the life they are living are good

[@Worthy1234]

Tells you alot about the propaganda shovelled at us whilst slamming other countries for doing exactly that

[@SurefireMJ]

That truck surfing was WILD! These are moments you live for! Loved this video, the people seem so nice and hospitable, not at all what we have been led to believe in the media.

[@spiffysheikh]

Great experience mate... certainly you will be treated just right anywhere in Pakistan....Hospitality is a strong aspect of our Pakistani culture. Pakistani hospitality is renowned for its warmth, generosity, and friendliness. Our country's culture places a strong emphasis on welcoming guests and making them feel at home, which is reflected in the way that Pakistanis treat their visitors and which you most definitely experienced yourself 😊...

[@jawadahadi1296]

That's only true for certain places. People of Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi will find ways to scam foreigners or get money through any means possible. Hospitality is seen in Quetta, Peshawar, Islamabad or northern areas of Pakistan where the people are generally hospitable & try to give instead of trying to get

[@Charlietravels772]

Hospitality is Pashtun Culture. There is no such thing as Pakistani culture Simon is in Pashtun areas and it is Hospitality which is a strong aspect of their culture. You go to Karachi or Lahore. You won’t see it

[@stopstealingmyname5794]

@Charlietravels772facts 😂😂

[@robertk2194]

I've not had a good day and needed something to cheer me up. Then i saw this notification! Love all your videos simon!!!

[@SimonWilson12]

Means a lot ❤️

[@KardosoMedia]

Hope your day and week gets better Robert :)

[@AnuragSingh-qn4zk]

​@@SimonWilson12when are you coming to India.. We Indians are waiting for you❤

[@robertk2194]

@@KardosoMedia aw thanks

[@michelleleigh-mz1er]

I'm a new subscriber and I've been binge watching all your videos for days now and there absolutely brilliant 👍

[@ukdavepianoman]

I love how Simon engages with people. Friendly, enthusiastic, respectful and curious. He shows exactly what he says which is wherever you go, people are warm, welcoming and helpful. Such a great video. Can easily see why Simon has past 1M subs. Is this Ben the same that I've just watched in Llanfair......gogogoch?!

[@pedrapgwilym1341]

This is your best video yet, Simon. Dosbarth cyntaf! You have an ability to engage with local people that few KZbinrs possess (apart from your mate B&B). Keep making great content!

[@amino-acid4919]

Pakistanis are friendly oooo!!!!!.. love Pakistanis from Nigeria

[@nb6784]

You are smashing it Bro! Keep doing what you are doing…the respect you show everyone is well commended💯 and I hope you the best. STAY SAFE AND NOTHING BUT LOVE FROM BACK HOME 🇬🇧👌🏾

[@azproductionz786]

Only simon going into a gun shop amd asking what guns you got 😂😂😂

[@nigelxavier883]

Simon asked many questions in the gun shop, the guy answering was getting a bit stressed.😂😂😂

[@Koytagi]

Great video. Quetta being a frontier town near Afghanistan, has a large military base (a Garrison town since the days of British Rule). It is still home to the 'Command and Staff College', a school for Army high command. Basically you can't be promoted to beyond 'Major' rank in the army if you haven't done the Quetta Staff College course.

[@MihailBFC]

very interesting

[@shabayaba123]

I'm British Pakistani, never knew how nice Quetta looked, a lot of Karachi looks like hell on earth, no pride

[@IlyasKhan-m4m]

thank you so much for coming here and convey positive message to world your visiting us just like mountain and also advise you visit more city in pakistan for example peshawar

[@Taintlessdisc]

Simon:"friendlier ppl than anyplace in the world!" Also simon:"that guy nearly ran me over!"😂

[@wonkeydonkeyTV]

The guy with a 1000 machine guns says it's a safe place 😂

[@torianholt2752]

An armed society is a polite society 😉

[@nathugandhi2529]

Raw ka darrrrrrr😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ImranKhan-mw8yj]

The yank with 2000 guns in American will also say it is safe 😂

[@d.b.cooper1]

Lmao I think it's due to the armed separatist movement who want independence, bit like the catolonians in Spain but more extreme lol. Borders with iran/afghanistan don't help

[@bojpuri423]

@@nathugandhi2529Khalistan Jindabad 🐷🇮🇳🐷

[@skylerprosser27]

Any time a Simon Wilson video drops I drop everything I’m doing to watch

[@ArchiveExplorer]

Pashtun areas in Pakistan are best. Pashtun are very friendly and nice people. I would recommend you to go to Peshawar and swat valley.

[@shreevz]

Mate the Fridge Montage in the end deserves its own video. I laughed out LOUD at least four times. Too much fun!! Loved it, waiting for the next one.

[@zSkandal]

Jeah man hahaha😂😂 same

[@daviddewitt9365]

It looks to me like the refrigerator ride driver wanted a little cash!

[@Asif-niazi]

​@daviddewitt9365 he was trying to ask for a photo (tasweer)

[@StarXd8bp]

Thank you simon for showing positive image of Pakistan 🇵🇰❤️

[@alexhamilton2710]

Loving the weekly uploads mate! Stay safe!

[@spiffysheikh]

Another great Vlog by Simon the great!! Fact: Quetta was previously known as 'Little London' for its cleanliness, pleasant weather, and natural beauty. During the British control (more than 80 years ago) Quetta was turned into an army garrison - a military post for the British. The Garrison you were refused entry probably houses the Pakistani troops and families.

[@TheJourneyofJosh]

Simon I admire you for still filming with that huge DSLR and mic after all these years haha. I didn't make it to Quetta on my Pakistan trip, would you recommend it for next time I go? 😄 The people seem as friendly as everywhere else in PK

[@adeelhassan4544]

Hey Josh brother ❤

[@yasinali7616]

I hope Quetta will not disappoint you bro I hope I'll be able to take you places no KZbinr has ever been before other than Eva zu back

[@d.b.cooper1]

lmao mate this series is just wild! The people are lovely & how's there drama at every turn? Love it pal, keep em coming fella

[@SimmsLive]

Their English is so good. I loved this video. Thanks, Simon. 😊 🇬🇧

[@AlterMann57]

Simon, you're a legend! You are such a delightful person to watch on these videos. Thank you for posting this. I've met tons of Pakistani people where I live in American, and every one of them have been extremely friendly and kind. They're top notch folks.

[@Idkqw]

Simon I’ve been a subscriber ever since 2018 and you always make my day when you upload. Love from wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@MrSimonWilson]

Cheers mate

[@MrTwister86660]

The Pakistan people are so friendly!!

[@InnocentMan99]

That has got to be your best video Simon. The Mexico trip was funny but this was brilliant.

[@andrewmartin7421]

Absolutely love this! The people of Pakistan are so so friendly!!!!!

[@MuhammadFarooq-gc9ky]

Quetta is love Love from Multan

[@nvthvnn]

absolutely loved the part where you play cricket. was a pure moment of joy from both perspectives, sports is an amazing way to connect with everyone!

[@barcabarcabarcaa]

Hey Simon, you're my travel idol. i want to travel like you one day. always on the move in interesting countries, socially so active and always talking with the locals. absolutely love it

[@leonzpowell5882]

Incredible video showing the kindness in the world and not what we are fed by the media these videos are amazing proper cheer you up great energy also does wales proud as a welshmen myself 😁❤

[@mattykirkham7223]

Just in time for tea!

[@SimonWilson12]

What you cooking? I’ll be round in 5

[@kiangray2400]

Who the fuck has tea after 9

[@nathanr8787]

me@@kiangray2400

[@mattykirkham7223]

@@SimonWilson12 it was a roast! You’re more than welcome! 🤣

[@EllisTheMenace2001]

Warrington wolves fan!!! Same here!

[@DrewsTravels]

The absolute legend of travel vloggers. Cheers Simon for the inspiration to create Drews Travels documenting life in rural Philippines.

[@CelticMickWalks]

Heading to Pakistan in September and can't wait 🇮🇪

[@pakkhakii555]

Anytime , Your most welcome ❤

[@user-jr2mq2ht1x]

Have a great time your always welcome in Pakistan

[@CelticMickWalks]

@@user-jr2mq2ht1x just applied for my Visa 😁 tickets booked

[@slomorrison814]

I know as someone from the UK you don't understand the gun issue. The more armed polite citizens in a population the safer it will be.

[@makesharevictoria]

OMG Simon you are the best!! Love your candid interactions...."Enjoy your guns" as you leave the shop haha....

[@Sameerkhan-wn8gl]

Amazing vlog ❤ Love from Pakistan 🇵🇰 ❤

[@RustyB5000]

"Double barrelled shotguns there" **(Points to a bolt action rifle)** LOL ily Simon.

[@Prodetailmidlands]

The hospitality around the world is crazy. Humanity at its finest. Try going to london as a tourist and getting this reaction from locals. Well done Simon 🥇

[@Charlietravels772]

Pashtun Hospitality. Part of Pukhtunwali to Guard, Honour their Guests

[@lydiam9403]

This is the most chaotic video yet - I love it 😂😂 the cricket ball in the sewage, the random roaming cows and all the fridges 😂

[@richtexas4431]

Don’t forget Dubai mall

[@lydiam9403]

@@richtexas4431 🤣🤣 Random!!

[@mik12788]

If you ever come out to Las Vegas, my home is open to you guys! I would love to meet you guys! You've been nothing but absolutely an inspiration to many of us. Be well!

[@joemccarten5632]

Love the genuine intrigue and hospitality from literally everyone there!

[@palavi50]

Thank you. Im from Quetta too, loved your generous comment ❤

[@qaiserriaz1824]

Thank you Simon for showing me my Pakistan, im born and bred in a small town called Halifax in West Yorkshire England, I visit Pakistan regularly mainly Islamabad and Azad Kashmir

[@philliphutchinson4486]

This is some of the best content on KZbin. Can’t get enough of Simon Wilson! Keep it up bud 🙌🏼

[@PapaClarkeTheGoat]

mad how casual your chatting to people in a gun shop, you're the man bro ❤

[@lubo8767]

How else would you chat to someone in a gun shop?

[@poolhalljunkie9]

Best people to befriend. 😂

[@JamesScrote]

This guy's probably never been in one. Too scared ​@@lubo8767

[@stonuk]

16:09 Big respect to you Simon for also taking your shoes off same as everyone else to go inside the office!

[@chipsticky4464]

hes missing the point, everyone is safe BECAUSE everyone has a gun.

[@liaquatjamil8847]

Happy to show softer side of Pakistan...Quetta is great.

[@NargisIftikhar-k1v]

Pakistan has been a home to countless Afghan Brothers for decades.Pakistan Zindabad

[@pakkhakii555]

Thanks for Visiting Pakistan Bro. Your videos are so entertaining. Stay blessed ❤

[@Suggs2011]

New drinking game…… every time Simon says Quetta you have to take a shot……… you would be drunk after 45 seconds 😂

[@Proudtobeanafghan]

Welcome to Afghanistan and I'm sure you will enjoy and see the afghans people's hospitality,

[@RickyTutton]

Love from Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@SimonWilson12]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@terrycreighton9497]

Great video ! The people and place looks great fun plus your on top form to mate 😂

[@MissesWitch]

this is the most hilarious brit-in-a-foreign country video I've ever seen hitchhiking and getting on some random guy's bike!!

[@thefuntraveller1]

Hey Simon, I’m a new travel content creator and also from the UK. You’re so good at making your videos that people want to watch!!! You’re smashing it bro 👊 I’m learning a lot from you, and to get to your level may take some time & learning. Keep it up 👌

[@giraffesinc.2193]

Possibly it's safer because everyone is armed??? Also, awesome video and glad to have found you through Ben and Bald. Your content is wonderful!

[@Charlie1776_]

I see the Americans have woke up.

[@giraffesinc.2193]

We're always awake @@Charlie1776_ 😅

[@domroberts9929]

Such an eye opening and entertaining video. One of your best!

[@careyroberts3924]

Great vid Simon...What beautiful, beautiful people the people of Pakistan are. Bowled over by the love they show you...Brilliant!

[@ryanpacker1115]

One of the best videos I've watched, the people are awesome!

[@lucaeverything5063]

More of Pakistan please!!! Looks really fun there!

[@HarvinhoAusEng]

Simon, can you pls come to Brisbane, Australia. It is not really known for much but it would be so cool seeing you visit places I have grew up going to.

[@Ibra-23]

Another amazing video in Pakistan 🇵🇰 ❤ Simon Wilson always uploading bangers!

[@EliezerRobinson-g3c]

Whenever you upload I know that however my last few hours have been the next 20 minutes will be amazing.

[@markgoldbridge7694]

Best travel KZbinr right now

[@paveltrips]

🫣

[@jg22xx]

Im so proud to be welsh and have you represent our country around the world you are an amazing human being

[@Pisstake1]

This is not what he wants to hear😂

[@farhaannaz7514]

My Favourite KZbinr 😀🇵🇰

[@maxfuhri5227]

What an inspirational video, people seem very friendly always smiling and happy to help even when they have nothing themselves. God bless. Keep the the amazing content Simon! 😊❤️

[@retsoreddevil]

The positive attitude saves life 💪

[@knuckleballtwins]

Absolutely crazy scenes again! 🤯😂 Those short trips you did were wild! 😂 Completely agree about the ‘safety’ perspective… something doesn’t add up… 🤨😅 Getting followed like that must feel odd in all 😂

[@gavinyunes]

This town looks awesome!!

[@palavi50]

Thank you ❤

[@FactStorm]

I've been to a dozen countries but you motivate me to go to unexplored and often deemed "dangerous" places. Simon is an inspirer, thanks for your videos. Honestly, I have a failed KZbin channel..my dream is to travel the world while making money like you. I don't know where to start.

[@austinbratton9973]

Askin people why they need a gun is like askin people why they lock their doors? Do you lock your doors? 😂😂😂

[@Dempseyniamh]

Hahah the car dealership part is so funny

[@keithphilbin3054]

Simon met the Pakistani version of Boycie 😎

[@d.b.cooper1]

Pakistani Terry Tibs lol

[@ashadhaq14]

Quetta is famous for there hospitality welocome to quetta brother.🎉❤

[@muhammadislam0407]

Look at the hospitality of Pashtoons…LOVE THEM!

[@muhammadislam0407]

Baloch Pashtoon hospitality is matchless… love 💕

[@AckzaTV]

1:20 "Queta is beautioful city": hire some of these guys as narrators to tell soft voiced indian childrens stories with nice sitar and tabla drum music in the background.

[@Aakai09]

The guy on the intercom at Jinnah gate told the motorbike guy “make sure you show them around” motorbike guy said “mate, I was going to the office and they asked me to take them!” 🤣 There was something said about a U turn I think to save him from being late they told you “no entry” because his English wasn’t good from what I could understand of that situation. Bless 🙂 “If it was that safe, why do people need guns?” Let’s ask America?

[@jonhodgson9918]

Generally love the excitement I get seeing Simons videos on my timeline

[@TheKavoFella]

The Fridge on the motorbike sent me 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@joshmatty6457]

As someone who is scared of flying and traveling, I get to do that because of you! Thank you, Simon

[@Wxtst.3]

9:54: Simon: “Soblar Sahil … Soblar Hasil” hahahaha always love your vids mate!

[@Triplen01]

Never forget when Bastian was called Bastel 😂

[@Wxtst.3]

@@Triplen01 Never 😂

[@jawadahadi1296]

That was "Sami Ullah Sahil" but he made is "Soblar Sahil" 😀

[@Sankeyjdrq]

It is very nice place and everyone is friendly don’t be misled. Quetta is beautiful and would love to take you one day!

[@jonathangoodman9751]

Amazing to see Pakistan like this

[@joelinton8896]

What? Poverty

[@jonathangoodman9751]

@@joelinton8896 No, I mean it's good to see the human, first-person experience rather than just some news report. People were so friendly and I enjoyed seeing that family just hanging out playing cricket on the street.

[@joelinton8896]

@jonathangoodman9751 did you watch his previous other pakistan video where they where not being nice

[@joelinton8896]

@shrekismybae got a mortgage at age 23 actually 3 bedrooms engaged and getting married so no ive left a long time ago little boy

[@AaraMoon]

One of your BEST videos! Thank you!

[@syedamarmusa6512]

Love from Peshawar ❤ Quetta is so mesmerising, you should discover more of Balochistan.