Leaving Paris, France for Paris, Texas 🇫🇷🌭

[@v4u6hn]

Damon: I wanna hear some good ol’ American customer service! *gets hung up on*

[@v4u6hn]

But... “do you have room for 1?” HUUUHHH❓❓❓lmfaoooo

[@janetsworld9734]

😂😂

[@Thatlovelykim]

LMAO

[@LaModeDarling]

that is before getting talked about to other employees when you're still on the line! 🙃

[@monicaokami]

I've probably accidentally done that to people just cuz I'm so used to people hanging up on me first at my job ngl

[@damondominique]

JUST *THREE* THINGS: 1️⃣THE FLEA MARKET MANAGER KNOWS MY NAME! 2️⃣WHO WANTS TO FIGHT ME (CUZ I WAS CLEARLY LOOKING FOR IT)? 3️⃣SIR, WHAT ARE YOU DOING WITH A GUN IN THE SUNRISE DINER?

[@CS-ts4zp]

Hahaha you were definitely hyped up.

[@NPike-gq1mx]

Harmful people don’t take a holiday and could definitely start something in a diner, maybe he wants to be prepared to defend others :)

[@kami3984]

lol that's Texas for you. We love guns!

[@TommyCrossen]

This vlog slapped so hard but also triggered me so much lmao. Guns, trump hats, animal agriculture. I'm such a snowflake.

[@elujane]

“What can I get you hun?” You will definitely never hear that from a Paris, France waiter 😂🤦🏻‍♀️

[@sava2091]

the way"are you 29" and "did you mean to call a hotel" stuck with him for so long that he started to repeat it made me laugh so much

[@v4u6hn]

Damon being emotional from a simple “hello” with a stranger at 3:25 hits home

[@valeriegee4840]

Oof, as a POC that traveled through Paris, Tx. I've never been more scared for my life :v They were very vocal about me going back to were I came from while wearing their trump hats (I'm hispanic) :v Welp, glad you enjoyed your stay and were safe Damon!

[@amazinggirl123]

A lot of people need to see this comment as this is the reality unfortunately :/

[@valeriegee4840]

@@amazinggirl123 it's a sad reality POCs have to go through :/ But I suppose it's not his job to warn people about the ugly side of things

[@fidhamufeedha1985]

literally what i was thinking too the whole time. As a POC and a Muslim who wears the hijab(head scarf) I just know I wouldn't get the same treatment, although i have never been there myself.

[@valeriegee4840]

@@fidhamufeedha1985 yeah, Damon was right about one thing which was Tx Parisians DO strike up conversations pretty easily. But for me, it was for all the wrong reasons just cause I don't pass as white. And conservatives are trigger happy so it made me nervous the whole time bec guns rule the land basically

[@kathy6937]

I'm so sorry you and so many people have to go through this:(

[@Katherout]

the music in this vlog was fuckin FIRE

[@juliabull9538]

Agreed! I am trying to look for the music? Is it in any description or link...

[@Julius4396]

OMG YOU'RE ALSO A DAMON D SUBSCRIBER?! I'm a subscriber of yours, and it's so awesome to see that you're a fan of his too! Video idea: *list your top 5 favorite KZbin channels you've been watching recently!*

[@ShanelSocial]

SO ture, I'm watching this video again just to find one song

[@Julius4396]

@@ShanelSocial Whats the time stamp?!

[@likaarevadze7214]

@@ShanelSocial if it's for the song at 18:10 it's called Margara by Alex Dovo ☺️

[@Simon-go3rk]

Paris, Texas, is literally the kind of town that is famous with Europeans (thanks Wim Wenders) and basically unknown in the US

[@an6350]

I had never heard of it b4 two seconds ago & i'm american

[@deenam2567]

As a Texan, I do want to say it’s really well-known within the state! Or at least it was for me and my friends.

[@fish45ful]

I know about Paris Texas from billy ray Cyrus on Hannah Montana

[@Simon-go3rk]

@Noam it's not famous famous, but famous among film aficionados... There was actually a small documentary about the Texan Paris some years ago - where most Europeans visiting came just because of the movie- and apparently Texan Parisians are also pretty proud to have the highest eiffel tower with a cowboyhat on it 😂

[@andrewb7432]

Sorry but Paris Texas is not famous with Europeans lmaoooo

[@adventuretimelouishorts]

Lolol the amount of rounds of chapstick you put on in the car was LEGENDARY

[@damondominique]

LMAO WHATTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT y'all be noticing things i just do naturally 😂 was that too much??? wait this is actually funny

[@adventuretimelouishorts]

@@damondominique hahaha it’s not a bad thing! We just know you take lip hydration seriously! Haha makes me wanna make sure my lips are hydrated more now too. Anyways, love your videos Damon! Glad you got out of Paris and are able to live your life 💓

[@cloflomonster]

@@damondominique i def noticed it, and it's bc burts bees is not really that hydrating imo??

[@Slurpfurp]

“I’ll give one to my daughter and one to my best friend” 🥺🥺🥰🥰💖

[@v4u6hn]

Damon is really the only person that would make me wanna add a city like Paris, Texas to my bucket list simply because of how he captures the city through these videos 😩

[@mls7bun46]

Same!

[@knucklehoagies]

Learn to think for yourself. Not blindly follow what famous people tell you is cool.

[@isabellefranco826]

@@knucklehoagies it was a joke JP, besides it’s good to be influenced by the beauty of some places sometimes. Lighten up :)

[@cimy4330]

*Damon casually talking to strangers* me, an introvert: 😳is😳that😳allowed😳

[@natasha03.]

Omg same

[@claudiasanchez8996]

I’m American and an introvert and plz I just wanna go on a walk without having to wave and say “how are ya” to every stranger I pass 😭

[@mdte5421]

God me too.. especially during shopping and the clerk just keeps talking to you and telling you what they have , and all you want to do is just keep looking and shop !

[@LindaSmith-zq3pk]

@@claudiasanchez8996 Then come and live in Germany. It will suit you down to the ground. You might get a cursory “hello” from a passer-by if out on a walk in the countryside or from someone walking into a doctor’s waiting room or entering an elevator. But getting to strike up conversations with strangers? Forget it. I totally get where Damon’s coming from when he says he misses that.

[@claudiasanchez8996]

@@LindaSmith-zq3pk haha you must've read my mind because i've been thinking of moving to Germany for university.

[@amylazze6339]

The rest of the world isn’t vaccinating as fast as the USA because the USA aren’t sharing vaccines until their country has been fully vaccinated. Other countries don’t have the same resources to manufacture the vaccine as fast/ had problems ordering doses

[@leiling1201]

This!!! I love Damon as a creator but this is the maain reason why the UK and US are so far ahead.... and shouldn't be simply overlooked when we complaining

[@monamiejorge2286]

Yeah that whole rant was gross. Like wah why can’t I live MY life. Like. It’s because everyone with that attitude is keeping us from moving on. Vaccine rollouts aren’t effective if our borders aren’t literally containing the spread. So him saying “I just can’t sit here anymore” just sounded like his tone through this whole video. Defensive and snide. But I get it. I don’t love being in a pandemic. But I understand it takes times because everyone isn’t going to follow protocols nor can they even afford to close down (Mexico, Florida and Texas). But whatever. Like he said. Our governments are really at fault because if anything no one except some countries like New Zealand and China (with an even stricter lockdown) are actually reopened with the majority of their populations safe. Not just some. With those not able to defend themselves (by being able to stay home) to be exposed to those wanting to “lead their lives” and having to work because our governments have financially made this reality impossible.but also he isn’t not not a spreader himself because the vaccine takes time to kick in and him traveling around Texas a state that basically yolo’d their reopening and the pandemic doesn’t keep his risk low. Because as we see he’s out and about. Eating out and living his life. But I’m over it lol. Just not here for the passive aggressive sweeping of personal responsibility - sincerely the “wahh naggy pandemic fauxexpert”

[@johnhenryfox]

"Are you 29?" "Are YOU 29?" 😂 😂😂 idk why that made me laugh lololol

[@monicaokami]

Triggered xD

[@johnhenryfox]

@@monicaokami 😂

[@v4u6hn]

“Maybe my presence in this town is teaching people something just as they’re teaching me something” BRUHHHH

[@theundefinedphotographer]

The film Paris, Texas is hauntingly beautiful and emotional. One of the most American-esque films, but through the eyes of a European. Also, we also have a Paris here in Ontario! It's a really cute little town near a river that people often go canoeing in.

[@emilkagorski5915]

Fun fact! The film ‘Paris, Texas’ was partially based on/inspired by Sam Shepard’s collection of short stories called ‘Motel Chronicles’. Definitely worth the read.

[@theundefinedphotographer]

@@emilkagorski5915 Wow, thanks for the rec! Definitely going to check it out.

[@soniqua2709]

He neeeddddsss to visit Paris, Ontario 😍😂

[@oddandoddities3885]

Hey i live in Ontario too!

[@theundefinedphotographer]

@@oddandoddities3885 Always good to see another fellow Ontarian!

[@RobynKimberly]

the vlog we've all been waiting for 😂

[@daniellekehoe980]

Every time you feel like someone is giving you attitude has me HOWLING, maybe Paris, Ontario, Canada next?

[@maddiemcshinee]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@CynicalDuchess]

G-d, I love an openminded person who can travel to different places and just try to understand people instead of judging them. So refreshing.

[@mariebourgot4949]

Yes, but keep in mind that depending how you look and where you go, this attitude can be a luxury, or even imossible for some people for safety reasons/double standards.

[@CynicalDuchess]

@@mariebourgot4949 can you elaborate?

[@CynicalDuchess]

​@@browneyez13098 Being open minded is not a luxury. It's a necessity. While Damon does that though travel, there is social media and the internet to learn about other cultures, there is the free public library to check out books. There is the compassion inside you to see people who are different from you walk down the street and have the open-mindedness to speak with them, try to understand them, instead of judge them. I come from a low income family. I understand what it means to have travel as a luxury. I also come from a closed off Orthodox Jewish community. I made my first non Jewish friend when I was 20. But coming from a low income background or a closed off community does not give me the right to judge other people, or not try to understand them. being openminded and learning about the world around you, even if its just from encounters you have with people you meet on the street-- that's part of being a compassionate human being. it is not a luxury.

[@CynicalDuchess]

@@browneyez13098 oooh I didn't catch that part about trans POC marginalization. I get what you mean, but there are certain countries that I would never go to because it would be dangerous to go as a Jew, but I've still made it a point to meet and befriend people from those countries, as well as search up openminded influencers from those countries so I can get a better perspective. Perhaps I have help because I went to college with an international population, and I have access to social media. But I honestly feel like unless you live in a really remote area with not many people and you have no access to social media, it's possible. and even then, it has been done (ie Tara Westover)

[@CynicalDuchess]

@@browneyez13098 lets just agree to disagree :) thank you for the conversation

[@lyalllunicec-1379]

Oh my god the best thing about this is finding out that that "hi welcome to chili's" thing is actually a thing

[@squigglz97]

Best part of the vid!!! I thought that kid on vine had just made it up!

[@diamond5156]

@@squigglz97 he passed away lately :(

[@ally4979]

OKAY BUT THE LIKE AESTHETIC OF THIS WHOLE VIDEO?!?!?! I live for it

[@sarapaulucci]

Tell me you’re a Libra without telling me you’re a Libra: Damon: *Gets mad at the receptionist and the Chili's guy and overthinks it throughout the whole trip*

[@katjarode8766]

I was jsut about to comment this 😂

[@1111ish]

As someone from the east I always saw the US as that dream where every place is either LA or NY but after seeing this I feel the people and problems and the fear to be yourself is the same everywhere

[@v4u6hn]

“How to cheat the system... the system that’s cheating you” OUCH

[@damondominique]

But it's truuuuuuuuuuuuuuue 🤣

[@v4u6hn]

Damon Dominique it sadly is 😭

[@Shyknit]

Dang I feel like they do only pay them a small amount and then make then get it through tips to force them being nice to customers?! But that's just unacceptable to only make 2 bucks from any restaurant/customer service job

[@mollyb176]

Damon there’s just something about the videos you make when you’re in the US. I am often cynical about the United States but you remind me that there’s a lot of good and interesting things to see everywhere, even in the US.

[@blancavelasquez9859]

it’s a big ass country lol imagine thinking there isn’t anything interesting

[@LydiaN333]

I really respect how even if you don't agree or condone people's beliefs/actions you try to show understanding and civility towards others:) If everyone did that, we would have a way better world than we do today.

[@aleksastamenkovic84]

Alternative Title For This Video "Yes I'm 29, I Know The Difference Between Reserving A Hotel Room And Reserving A Table " 😂

[@jelliebeaan]

INTRO. IS. ICONIC. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@SafianiMahat]

That chicken was an unexpectable cameo. I thought it was slaughtered on-site hearing from its scream 🥶

[@danicoleb5394]

Same, I was so scared!

[@lear.2443]

Oh I thought so too and I was like how bad are they that it takes them so long to kill that chicken. Crazy that there is no regulations for how to handle them when you sell them alive... Or maybe there is and they just donc care

[@Ellary_Rosewood]

I want to make a list of all the places with the same name around the world, then travel in between them and compare. Could make for some great adventure. 😂

[@damondominique]

Well apparently there are 23 cities named Paris in the United States.

[@Ellary_Rosewood]

@@damondominique Oh god... Maybe I'll skip Paris then. 😂

[@amyevelyn5138]

Anyone else just want to give Damon a hug ?

[@janetsworld9734]

The joys of being white and being able to travel anywhere without being worried about racism!! I live vicariously through you lol

[@gracekelly984]

this is pure facts

[@BlackLunerEclipse]

literally like... yeah they're so nice to him because he's a cis white man- anybody else, even white women, probably shouldn't be traveling around Texas by themselves lol

[@amberdiorable]

My main thought during every video

[@miraj5569]

@@BlackLunerEclipse My naive ass (white, but female) did that after finishing school. It went super well and I wasn't scared at all, but afterwards everyone was like "oh wow, that's so brave" and started talking about all the dangers...nope, I wasn't brave, just under-informed 😳

[@adamaenosh6728]

I'm surprised though that he isn't scared of homophobia, because we all know it's really bad in those places. I would love to ask him how he isn't scared

[@kwjqjxbhh7336]

I've lived in texas alll my life, but somehow you've made texas actually look interesting

[@damondominique]

The key is seeing your city with fresh eyes!

[@monicaokami]

You must stay in a small circle, I've been alot of places from Austin to Dallas, Texas is interesting.

[@kwjqjxbhh7336]

@@monicaokami yeah. I live in a really small town unfortunately, and it's about 2 hours away from everything. But I am moving to college soon, so I'll be able to see more

[@christalcashion9564]

I just came across your video of my hometown Paris Texas ....I wish my husband and I would of came across paths with you .....I lived here my whole life I could of showed you a restaurant that cooks for vegans and showed you around more.....it was nice that you came to visit our little Ole Paris Texas.

[@yenbui3573]

The “don’t mess with Texas” slogan is actually a message about not littering. Spring time in Texas is so pretty. Look out for the bluebonnets.

[@ash_renee25]

Lmao please make a merch tee shirt that says “are you 29” id buy that so fast 😂😂😂 or “did you mean to call a hotel”

[@Shyknit]

Ok I would actually buy that

[@cheesyjollyhotdog9074]

"Are you 29?" "Did you mean to call a hotel?"

[@YousufElJayyousi]

the code switching with the outfits so that you don’t get hate crimed in texas has me 💀💀💀

[@emiliec.516]

i love how you always capture the fashion vibe of every location you go to, it’s fascinating

[@itsalexistruedat]

Lol. He really tried calling ahead at a Chili's 😂 there's always room for 1 🤣🤣

[@2BOLD4U]

When the clerk asked if you were 29 and you got offended has me dead because I know how you feel. The other day I was in a cab and the driver asked if I was in school and I'd told him that I'd graduated high school and college and he told me that I looked so young. How could you tell? You can only see my eyes.

[@michelemaria463]

There's no other word but ICONIC for the music the fashion the sunglasses the colors, you as a travel journalist exploring the Americana myth talking to actual people capturing the dusty empty heated streets... I cannot

[@juliette1945]

I don’t relate to the desire to talk to strangers but it makes me happy seeing you talk to strangers because it so genuine! Even though I think it is easier to talk to Americans I don’t think you can get to the heart of people whereas with Europeans it’s hard to get talking to them but then you can talk about anything.

[@miraj5569]

I used to think the same about us Europeans, but now I think the trick is just to be shameless. If you just start a conversation (and look harmless lol), most people will go along with it

[@kenreshasmith7460]

I always find it so rude that I drop everything when you upload. Also, your French classes are 14/10 🥺

[@jesseniainteriors]

You standing next to that Petty sign was everything!

[@justkatierose]

The comments are so ✨fresh✨ I hope everyone is having a good day!!

[@Emmbunn]

I hope you're having a winderful day my friend=3

[@Obiki94]

Same to you boo 🥰

[@justkatierose]

@@Obiki94 Thanks! ( ^ . ^ )

[@bonnie4552]

If Kelly Stamps was in Texas, a Damon x Kelly Red Wine Talk would be amazing

[@michellewang4484]

THIS!!!

[@jessicalambie4671]

I can just hear him saying the cardi b quote “what was the reason” when talking about that women at the front desk 😂😂😂

[@hayleykennedy9693]

Chili’s is a very casual restaurant that usually doesn’t take reservations so I think that’s why he was so confused lol.

[@maryfranciastudios]

Damon making the world a better place. One keychain at a time.

[@kathy6937]

The thing you mentioned about how easy it is to talk to strangers in the US In comparison to Europe is so true! I live in Germany and I would love to chat with some stranger without seeming like a weirdo haha

[@miraj5569]

Just do it, most people react surprisingly well to it. I (also German) started doing it to become more confident and honestly, it just gives me such a mood-boost to have these positive little interactions in my day

[@kathy6937]

@@miraj5569 Thanks for the encouragement! It will be even harder after the pandemic though, my social skills are at an all time low haha

[@dropdead266]

Coming here after LDR released Paris, Texas 😭😭😭

[@trinityyes]

I appreciate the way Damon makes things seemingly mundane so romantic

[@TheEssentialsClub]

a masterpiece 👌🏽

[@trulyfirefly]

"Why are black people in one are and the white people in another?" uhmm, isn't that pretty self-explanatory? 😅 No shade, just chuckled a little to myself at the seeming naiveté of that question

[@lauramellor1992]

but it's not like that in Europe thank god

[@user-yc6iw7gm9q]

@@lauramellor1992 yea but y'all segregate Roma from white children in eastern europe in schools. White parents won't even send their kid to school if a Roma kid is in their school. Not to mention how much discrimination roma kids face going to school in the first place, even the teachers are racist towards them.

[@courtr1588]

@@lauramellor1992 "it's not like that in Europe" Except that it is.

[@lauramellor1992]

@@courtr1588 it's not tho is it let's be real. Black people are integrated into society there isn't a black area in restaurants there is no segregation of this nature.

[@lauramellor1992]

@@user-yc6iw7gm9q also Eastern Europe is not really in the same category as the rest of Europe. There is certainly still segregation here in Ukraine compared to Western Europe.

[@saidas505]

3:13 wait until you go to a Nordic country 😂 it’s going to be even more quiet than Paris, no one is speaking or smiling to strangers here (coming from a Finn)

[@aurorasadprose2726]

really! how are people there? aren’t they friendly?

[@b.f1731]

noooo dont tell me this lol northern europe its one of my top destinations :((

[@saidas505]

@@aurorasadprose2726 In my opinion (I am from Finland) most of us are friendly once you get to know us or ask for help etc., but in general people are quiet, maybe more introverted and like to mind their own business, and there is often no casual small talk or conversations, we don’t really talk much with people we don’t really know. Overall you only say what is needed and no longer conversation usually happens between people who don’t know each other well, at least here in Finland (of course there is some differences between the countries even though our cultures are similar). For example, we don’t smile or say hello to strangers on the street or sit beside someone we don’t know in the buss if we don’t have to. I think in all Nordic countries in general personal space is really important and many people coming from different cultures might find this rude. I absolutely love my country and recommend visiting, of course, but it is good to know that our culture is like this and in general people aren’t as ”open” as they seem to be for example in the American culture.

[@bella00841]

@@aurorasadprose2726 they’re friendly, but kinda reserved. Once you get to know them, it’s okay

[@bella00841]

@@b.f1731 they’re friendly, but kinda reserved. Once you get to know them, it’s okay

[@leo7107]

I'm not depressed or anything but Damon's videos always gives some kinda special happiness 😁

[@candiceg430]

Your videos in small town America are so sublime that they belong in the Smithsonian. In a way it makes sense that you can do this so well: besides being INSANELY talented, sometimes you got to get out of this country to gain some perspective about it.

[@ashlantis4561]

The chicken scene stressed me out hell hard, thank you for still talking about it

[@marthasolomon7997]

I feel a "I am turning 30" breakdown coming reaaal soon 😂😂💙💙

[@whoisreggie]

Damon out here making Honey Grove give off Berlin vibes with the music choice

[@damondominique]

With the number of abandoned warehouses there, just give it 10-15 years

[@Dlkny321]

King of every Paris

[@lucxl.5796]

some of the folks you met are so sweet!! have you seen the Wim Wenders' film, "Paris, Texas"? Road movie. With an iconic one-way glass scene between the lead Harry Dean Stanton and Nastassja Kinski. Won the Palm d’Or and everything. Give it a shot!!

[@jackfordon5532]

Next stop- Paris, Ontario! :D

[@aidanamer555]

I love how you notice the differences in two mentalities and share your observations with us. And also what you said about strange rules regarding wearing masks outside even if it’s not really necessary (f.e. when sitting alone in the park, no one’s nearby) and the way some governments choose to treat the covid problem - all of this resonates with me very much✅✅

[@charlottewichern7219]

he's so extra, i love it

[@toscae]

I love seeing you interact with people, so wholesome - my european/introvert- ass could never

[@danpleskan1580]

5 hours passes since check in** “Are you 29”

[@biancasnc]

the way damon edits his video also contributes to it being so entertaining which i LOVE! i could watch a 5 hour video from him and never get bored.

[@waves9832]

yo, I thought that hat on the eiffel tower was an emoji but no they fr put a hat on there

[@makenziehamm3118]

it has a feather on top too. lol

[@hanazawariu]

When Damon was talking about France’s covid response situation, it really made me realize my sentiments on my own country. Its the same thing thats happening,

[@kf31paris]

"I miss thé easyness of talking To people" 😂😂😂white privilégiés! !!

[@yangcortes3920]

The transition got me cracking jesus Damon

[@ViktoriaBalog]

I'm also 29 😇 And I've been recently asked in the shop if I was over 16, and I said I had been 16 years old more than a decade ago. The shop assistant suddenly freaked out after my answer 😄

[@CayCr8s]

Only Damon can make a boring American town into a beautiful adventure and I love that

[@morgank7560]

The chicken part actually made me cry

[@ThatGuyFromYorkshire]

I understand Damon's frustration with the lockdown and don't fault you for flying to the US for a first dose, especially as an expat, but the EU prioritises giving vaccines to those nations most in need. The US took the capitalist approach and sold them to the highest bidder. I'm not going to say which is better, but I know which I prefer.

[@SR2858]

"It's one of those nights - everybody has attitude with me" 🤣😅😂 pure genius, better yet - an authentic genius digest...all said in just a few words. And what an audience you have Damon 🤝👏

[@mimmaforreal]

The fact that you can ride your bike with one hand while the other holds the camera is very impressive

[@5LifePath]

As a black person who went to suburban/rural Texas... I won’t be back lmfaoo. Glad they were nice to you though 👀

[@MSK-n]

his experiences as a white man in the us as opposed to when i lived there 🤯

[@carableu]

One of the things I like about America (and you did mention this), is the openness to conversation. Yesterday I took an UBER and the lovely driver told me her whole life story. She was so inspiring and chatting with her made my better. I love 💕 to travel and am definitely open to living in another country, yet there is also much I love about home (NYC)...

[@orakachee]

One of the reasons why the US are much faster with the vaccine rollout was because they had the "America first" policy, meaning that their manufacturers had to prioritize the rollout in the US first before exporting the vaccine to other countries. It's frustrating to know that the manufacturing capacity is still limited yet😔

[@christofat2704]

Yes US do not have friends but interests

[@oj1914]

Bro! My hometown haha I spent my first 17yrs of life there; there’s nothing in Paris Texas lol…. It’s funny because every time I tell people I’m from Paris, you see their face light up, I speak a little French to them and they are all impressed… and then I say “Texas, I’m from Paris Texas” 🤣 - the disappointment is real haha

[@queent4846]

Mine too

[@oj1914]

@@queent4846 uh oh, PT in the house!

[@lisatorres1455]

This has the same energy as those college students returning from a semester abroad in Paris

[@lauren2835]

Your video on a small town in Texas is more engaging than many travel videos on the most beautiful places on earth. I think your curiosity and open posture toward the unknown is what makes travel interesting; not necessarily visiting the hottest spots. Come to the PNW while you’re in the states! Keep em comin’ Damon D

[@J0E1L3]

Next, I want a comparison with Paris, Ontario.

[@kw9158]

I thoroughly enjoy the attitude that you have, where we get to watch you having made-up convos where you talk back to people in your head haha. It makes me feel better, because I definitelyyyyy do the same all day.

[@juliayvonne5409]

Maybe you said do you have room for one because in French vous avez de la place pour une personne would make sense. Love your videos xx

[@robinhamaker2712]

I love how you still have that good American core in you Damon, despite living abroad for so long. I also miss how easy it is to talk to people (I live in the UK)! The flea market manager. The stall owner (‘Daymon’ or Day-mien’??). I loved this video way more than I thought I would!

[@saltier.s]

What can I say?? This video is a freaking masterpiece.

[@hannahmcintosh9686]

I moved to Paris (France) last year and the customer service/ stranger kindness is basically non existent and it was so satisfying to hear people talking to you and being nice! Catch me on the next flight to Paris Texas baby!

[@Alceeeee]

but... you know as a french person I'm always amazed by this type of comments, if you want to go to a warm place in France, just don't go to Paris, go to the South of France. When I went to LA and NY i only saw superficiality and despising, just don't go to the biggest cities

[@damaradueno56]

LMFAOOOO im crying "did you mean to hang up on me?" you killll me

[@MaddieDragsbaek]

everything you make is a damn masterpiece start to finish, god DAMN

[@juliawesoowska9089]

There is actually a movie called "Paris-Texas", 1984. And, there is a "Paris-Texas" restaurant in Kilkenny, Ireland which name was inspired by this movie. Maybe that one in Paris, France also have something to do with it :) Is there some mystery "Paris-Texas" connection through the world? Maybe a "Paris-Texas" inspired journey? Love your work, greetings from Poland :)

[@peacenllamas]

That transition was absolutely flawless 🤣🤩

[@88ashjen]

I wish there were places as a black person I could go without a thought. It’s cool to see it through your perspective but I know those types of towns are dangerous sadly. Also, I love your videos!! They always put me in a wanderlust mood.

[@liekevandermeulen1469]

I like your optimism. I can imagine it getting lonely in a hotel room, but you always know how to give it a positive spin. The nice people, the beautiful weather, people giving each other compliments ... It makes me smile and makes me want to see the world in that way too!

[@userzquid]

Hey Damon! About the vaccine rollout; it's pretty slow in the EU because there are countries (like the US) that are trying to vaccinate their population first before giving [more] vaccines to other countries. E.G. ariel bissett spoke last week on IG about how the USA has a surplus of astrazeneca vaccines just sitting there when it hasn't even been approved by the US government, so they finally shared some and sent them to Mexico and Canada. While we should be putting pressure on government(s) for a better vaccine rollout, we should also be pressurizing these pharmaceutical companies who are not keeping their word on the vaccine quotas, and calling out countries that are literally hoarding vaccines. There's so much to talk about and it's beyond frustrating for many of us EU citizens, but I'm really glad to see that you got your vaccine!

[@catherinek5102]

after just moving back from france to the us, i needed this video ❤️