Q&A - Biggest Fear, Dating Louis and Trying Drugs

[@aimee.marie.cherie]

Your mom's jewelry display behind you is so nice, I love how she's organized it!

[@Edgesofearth]

- Too funny. Same fears. When you read the question "what is your biggest fear", you literally stole the thoughts from my mind as you spoke. Other than spiders, time passing by too quick. For me, I don't want to look back at life when I'm 70 and say "I wish I would have...". So I have decided to hit the dusty trail in a couple weeks and venture around the world for as long as I can. Life is too damn short to wait.

[@RayaWasHere]

+Edges Of Earth That's the way to live I think! I wanna be 70 full of laugh lines and stories :)

[@Edgesofearth]

+RayaWasHere - Yesss!

[@juliachan8421]

you are so optimistic and have such a positive energy :)

[@skoluh]

The quality is so good I can see your soul Raya

[@Hitchariide]

Quality is on fleek good lawd.

[@user-zt2qi6un8z]

+Hitchariide What're you doing here?

[@GrassFilms]

+Hitchariide Wow, cool, seeing you here

[@TaylorandLucasGarcia]

Raya you have such a sweet soul!

[@dasmellyyooper]

I read the title as her biggest fear was dating Louis and trying drugs at the same time.

[@EarlsFamilyVlogs]

Totally agree, being able to travel with someone is so telling of a relationship. I love that you guys travel together. My husband and I backpacked Europe for our honeymoon and it was amazing!!!

[@masteringfemininepower]

I love how much more confident you have become in the past 18months or so, you seemed real shy when you first started showing up in Louis' videos and now you're open and confident and totally awesome and your talent for vlogs gets better with each video, much love xo

[@RayaWasHere]

+Dame International Thank you! I still think I need to open up more on his videos, for some reason I freeze up when he's holding the camera! But I will, thanks so much! xx

[@teresag5137]

in love with the jewerly in the background!

[@RayaWasHere]

+Teresa G. Thank you!! Here's my mom's website :) www.etsy.com/shop/MarianaEncheva?ref=hdr_shop_menu

[@teresag5137]

RayaWasHere i'm checking it out right now! :)

[@windandsea1253]

+RayaWasHere Thank you for reposting the address because the original one is not working

[@CookingwithKarma]

I love that you included puppies in your perfect day .. it sounded pretty perfect to me too! I would actually like to know how you met Louis? I remember you from his vlogs, but interested in how you first met? :) xx

[@joyjoyoo]

Their friend lily introduced them =] raya was a roomie back then

[@pianoaround]

You're a true nomad! I can't see myself living any other lifestyle... At least for now!

[@nancyp9404]

So cool you're more on KZbin again :) I remember you telling me that during the meeting in Amsterdam. Loved meeting you, love watching your videos and I'm excited to see more of your adventures! :)

[@Lolasadventure226]

Raya, thanks for linking that video for Beyonce. Just want to say that you and Louis give me so much hope. Because, I am very different from my society and you and louis coming together gave me hope that I will meet someone as eccentric as me. Peace out!

[@sofiawilde973]

There needs to be more people in the world like you Raya X

[@fareda8114]

amazing video!! 3 months ago i came to Malaysia to stay for 2 weeks but i kinda fell in love with the feeling of being away from home and family.. I wanted to find myself so I took the semester off and decided to stay for few months im only 19 everyone said I would get bored and won't be able to handle it but u and lou and all the travelers inspired me and here i am today having the time of my life with the most amazing friends i made!! so my advice to anyone who wants to do something similar is JUST GO FOR IT AND TAKE RISKS IT WILL BE WORTH IT

[@RayaWasHere]

+Fareda Amazing advice!! I'm so proud that you took the chance and so happy for you that you're having such an amazing time! Best wishes xx

[@Eyeswide39Open]

Such a lovely, genuine person. Very refreshing.

[@smallpaulissmall5582]

Thank you, Raya for brighting the lives of others by sharing your journey. Thank you as well for introducing me to this song. It is a great anthem!

[@karolrodriguez9700]

Puerto Rico is a great place for that dream day!! Mangoes are in season around April-June too, tropical weather all year round, el Yunque has great waterfalls too. Im sure you'll love it.

[@rain-wj6vv]

Can you do a video about minimalism or living/traveling light, if you haven't already!! Thanks!:)

[@jodiedarlingauthor]

I wanted to move to Europe to follow my dreams, but my family wanted me to stay home and keep my job in the medical field. I love my family but I hated my job so off to Europe I went :)

[@holywoodstar2]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@jodiedarlingauthor]

:)

[@RayaWasHere]

+Steve and Jodi's Vlog Amazing! So happy for you :)

[@lifeasjenny1683]

+Steve and Jodi's Vlog Nice. If i had the money i do the same thing!

[@jodiedarlingauthor]

***** well once you sell absolutely everything you own the money adds up pretty quick haha.

[@presleystonebrook2347]

You're so genuine.. I really enjoy watching your adventures and seeing that we have a lot of the same perspective towards life!

[@mariahcampbell2813]

I loved this video! You, and other travel vloggers, inspire me to travel. I hope one day I can travel as much as you have and experience so many things!!

[@EloiseG_31]

I feel the exact same way about airports!! and also pretty similar about fears.. that is my fear as well as sustaining an injury or something that prevents me from doing a lot of things that I want to do (I am a very active person) throughout life. This doesn't really include dying but it's more living and not living the way I want to and not being able to do things and having no control over whether I can do what I want to do.

[@HollyMariSutton]

You really inspire me to live life to it's fullest. Keep doing what you're doing!

[@maryhelen1011]

Love this video, you look relaxed and great! I can't wait for that Bulgaria video, I loved the last one when you visited there. My family is from Hungary and there's that old world charm in these places. Lots of love and safe travels.

[@AMAETV]

Great shot and lighting! Your skin looks lovely :)

[@paulinaq]

Aw I'm so happy for you, I've been following since you appeared in Louis vlogs and it's so cool to see how much you have done since then :)

[@schaerthedank]

Love you guys so much.. Positive energy, optimistic, and you guys to have some pretty cool jobs

[@ciaran3606]

Costa Rica is amazing! I really hope you go there and I look forward to the vlogs!

[@dianasabti5417]

I honestly admire you so much. Since last year I've been trying to travel every three months (travelling as a student is a little hard :P but I try to make it work) or so and I feel like this is the happiest I've ever been. Please make more videos because you are an amazing person and so inspirational :)

[@TheFreedomTheory]

I agree many don't understand not having a home. We travel in our rv so our home is where ever we park it. Currently our home is Alaska for the summer 😊 we just arrived a few days ago and can't wait to explore!

[@Victoriaanita]

I love these types of videos!! Please come to Norway, Raya!❤️

[@raquelmontoya722]

hey raya you should come to costa rica!! i really love the idea of you and louis or whatever the friends you would like to come with (all of you are fully welcome). So come and live the experience of my country as much as i do because we have a lot of crazy and adventurous stuff in here and I know you will love it, so I really hope you can come some day and live this adventure. ♡ so much love to you

[@Caro-dv7gx]

COME TO COSTA RICA !! I would love to meet you, you inspire me to persue my dreams! love your videos

[@MaidaA22589]

Watching your videos makes me feel ridiculously excited, like I'm the one travelling xD You're pretty neat 💛

[@jamesbreen5862]

Keep doing what you're doing because you're an inspiration!

[@Karrbs]

That is insane not having a physical home. I have always thought about just selling everything and storing a few things at my family's house. Another amazing video full of information. I can't wait to see the next one !

[@CrystalLady0]

I completely understand your fear of time and life passing you by, its in my head all the time too,seriously,its like a never leaving anxiety i have, fearing of getting old,loosing my youth too quickly etc (not that im afraid or dont want to age). Thats why i always,even on a daily basis try to just get away from the routine and go do something more for fun,or visit my hometown on a whim,because i really cherish those moments,and am really aware of every good moment im having alone or with someoen,adding it to my chest of happy memories im collecting until the days im old.

[@Singernicky_14]

You are such a beautiful soul. The relationship you have with Louis is amazing. Completely in awe of it all :)

[@kellytheyak]

Ahhh its amazing how your energy gets portrayed in your videos so vividly!! You can tell you have such a kid soul, i can just tell we would get along hahah enjoy yourself, great video :)

[@RayaWasHere]

+Kelly Strudwick Haha aw thank you! I'm sure we would get along well, haha have a nice day! :)

[@angryenglishteacher]

Never thought my question would be picked.. that's what I needed to hear! You're lovely!

[@RayaWasHere]

+Kass_Jass Thanks for the question, good luck!

[@troyperez76]

Thanks for the Peak inside how you think and Dreams you want to pursue. I love the contrast between Louis and your videos. I feel like I am in a dream sequence when I watch your videos they are calm and exciting all at the same time and your comments always ring true. Keep it up.

[@RayaWasHere]

+troyperez76 Thank you so much! :)

[@lisamcgoogan2945]

You're crushing it girl! Lots of love from PA. btw I'll be taking my first trip to NYC in May. I hope to try that vegan restaurant Candle? That you recommend in your video. xoxo

[@Eimmas_x]

Love your background raya. Hope you are well. Looking forward to more vlogs.

[@CarinaandZara]

YOU HAVE THE BEST SKIRTS AND DRESSES :) Time for some thrift shopping hehe!

[@MastersApprentices]

I've been to Bulgaria twice on holiday, but when I was 10-15 years younger and loved it. I really want to go back there now I'm almost 30, but trying to get over anxiety and panic attacks which have basically crippled me for years. Soon though. Soon! You have amazing hair by the way!

[@panniszucs]

+Rhys Sadler-Price Good luck on overcoming anxiety. Once you do, you will be 200% stronger.

[@hopscotchtheglobe]

Miss you girly and really enjoyed this video. Mangos, coconuts, puppies, hiking, campfire and waterfalls....ummm yup, let's do all of that.

[@RayaWasHere]

+Kristen Sarah Miss you too! Hahaha yes let's make it happen! :)

[@Hannah123605]

After watching your video I listened to the Beyoncé song and honestly it genuinely touched me in a way I wasn't expecting I had a good cry and then I genuinely reevaluated my life. I'm not a religious or spiritual person so I struggle with my purpose in life and sometimes it all feels a bit meaningless but now I think that maybe it's just to try and do something that might leave the world a better place than I found it...

[@olive9473]

your videos are so relaxing love them so much !!!

[@zaza596]

Dear Raya, you inspire me sooo much! I wanna thank you for all youre great advise. And Iam so happy for u to see u traveling around the world, that it makes me happy! sorry for my bad english but I just wanted to say that I love u so much and cant wait to see the daily vlogs ^^ xxxxx

[@TheNTTutorials]

I've literally been here since you've had 150 subs................ now u have 90k its amazing to see your channel grow yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay :D!

[@RayaWasHere]

+YourAverageGamer Wow thank you! For sticking through those first videos when I had no idea what I was doing especially haha

[@femmechientv]

I Was Here is such a powerful song, the video is, everything is... It does suit your personality :D Leaving your footprints all over the world saying Raya Was Here !

[@RayaWasHere]

+Femke Meijboom Thank you! Yeah that song inspires me so much!

[@Klafteld]

You are such a beautiful person, thanks for your positivity!

[@fionabrown3428]

You have such a lovely nature Raya always full of positivity & good advice, watching your vlogs & videos is like catching up with a best friend :) x

[@RayaWasHere]

+Fiona Browne Wow that is the loveliest compliment, thank you! I feel like I'm talking to friend when I talk to the camera so that makes sense :) xx

[@sleep.machine]

KYGO LMAO. I remember Louis saying that's all you listen to now 😂

[@Raquel96]

Loved this video so much, you're so inspiring Raya! ❤️

[@Dutchfruitjar]

I, too, am completely overwhelmed with how fast time passes. There's things that we (my husband and I) need to get in order before we can really get out there and carpe diem. And even though I understand this, this still completely stresses me out. Coming from a long line of the youngest of the youngest and late-to-parenthood people doesn't help either. I've had several really old relatives say that they don't know where the last 80 years went. This makes me stress and cry. I love airports for the exact same reason. I live in a small town surrounded by nothing at the moment and so I've honestly had almost all the adventures there are to have here and I can't (currently) afford to do anything or move anywhere else. This will eventually change but I'm stressed that it won't happen soon enough and then I'm just sitting there wondering where the last 80 years went. It's a vicious cycle with ups and downs...

[@aleksandardimitrov758]

OMG ... i didnt know that you know bulgarian and have been to Bulgaria. I am so happy right now! Нямам търпение да гледам влоговете от България! :)

[@RayaWasHere]

+Calimocho 56 I was born in Bulgaria! Lived there until I was 10 :)

[@SulekhaS1209]

Please make a video about all the camera/filming gear you take along with you when you travel!

[@Sarabeartheawesome]

Raya you are so bright, bubbly, and sweet! Everything about you seems so kind and optimistic that it is contagious! Thank you! My question is, when you made the decision to drop everything and travel, were you scared?

[@mimeemo]

beyonce's i was here means so much to me too! love that song

[@8877dksljfa]

I really loved this Raya, you inspire me to start my own channel

[@sarkanyandi]

You inspire me, Raya, I feel like the World needs more positive and lovely people, like you! :) Btw, I'm from Romania, and knowing that you were born in the neighboring country, you were even here last year, walking on the streets I used to so many times... somehow I feel closer to you than other youtubers, it is like you are a friend of mine. :)

[@gastogether4ever]

your perfect day is just about the same as my perfect day. especially tropics and Kygo playing!

[@ElizabethTravelsNow]

agreed about life passing by too quickly! I love traveling but I also love living somewhere for a while to get to know the place better. But there are so many places on the list it feels impossible!

[@marcosanchez4336]

I laughed so much when you said that kygo would be playing. 😂👌🏼. I love kygo too!

[@nicole03nn]

you are such an angel, like your life and goals in life are so inspirational you dont even realise❤

[@SwiftOne69]

Raya your are amazingly inspirational, love your videos, keep them coming please and thank you from Boston!!

[@RochelleFoxTV]

Hey Raya, I just left Bali you would love it there. canggu is incredible to stay and Nusa Dua there is sooo much to explore. xx

[@RochelleFoxTV]

+Rochelle Fox P.S I haven't had a home either for a year. Best thing ever! x

[@RayaWasHere]

+Rochelle Fox I've heard so many amazing things about Bali, can't wait to go! And yess for not having a home haha it's so free! xx

[@RochelleFoxTV]

+RayaWasHere It's a magical place, I can never spend enough time there. Hopefully we cross paths on our travels some time soon, my really good mate Sam was just with Louis in London. I love how connected the KZbin community is these days so many positive people and awesome vibes! xx

[@RayaWasHere]

Haha no way! I think I may have chatted on facetime with him? I totally agree - love how the community is so spread out but if you meet someone from the other side of the world you just click right away, would love to cross paths with you, you seem so lovely (love your videos btw!) xx

[@RochelleFoxTV]

+RayaWasHere Haha probably, if It was a 20 something Aussie film maker with mega good vibes it would have been Sammy :) I am putting to the universe we will cross paths in the not so distance future, right now it's 1 degree of separation so it's only a matter of divine timing. Thanks for the video love, the feeling is mutual xxx

[@manoncramer8603]

Oh my god, I'm going to spend a year in Costa Rica starting in august! I'd love to see you!!

[@flyingthenest]

Cutest "perfect day" award goes to ...

[@RayaWasHere]

+Flying The Nest Hahaha thanks! :)

[@WannaPlayQuidditch]

YES, RAYA! You must come to India. And, make sure you come to the North Eastern part of India as well. That's where the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge are currently! You'll love the scenic beauty here. x

[@lgo509]

Great Q&A, Raya! Love it when you get real with us :D

[@laurabenics]

Hi Raya, how're you? I have a question about the trip you did to Cuba a while ago. I'm planning to go to Cuba in November and was wondering if you could advise me about any accommodation there. Thank you! Love your adventures chica! ;)

[@countrykimbers]

How do you pay for all the traveling?

[@RayaWasHere]

+Cameron Caffrey I'm actually going to make a new video fully explaining it but this is my job! All the travel bloggers, youtubers and instagrammers you see, we get sent on free trips or we get paid for travel or for brand deals and we make money from adsense on youtube. I'd also saved up a bunch while I was bartending last year and I don't live anywhere so don't pay rent/bills etc. But I don't get money from my parents or anything - just made this my number one priority!

[@Marghedini115]

You're amazing Raya!❤️

[@MsAndynails]

Ahh I just love you Raya! Your perfect day sounds absolutely incredible! Mangoes🙌🏻😍

[@jojonjoo6220]

We miss you daily in louis vlogs 😩❤️

[@RayaWasHere]

+Jojo Njoo Aw thank you! I'll be back in them soon :)

[@mandaloouise]

If you don't mind me asking how do you afford to travel? Is it through youtube or savings? I only ask because i want to travel like you but money is an issue

[@RayaWasHere]

+Manda Louise I'm making a whole video on this soon, but the main thing is that I don't have a home so don't pay rent or bills or anything. Literally any money I make goes to traveling :)

[@mandaloouise]

RayaWasHere Ah ok, Yeah I thought as much :)

[@clauacostaoficial]

OMG yes!! Come to Costa Rica!! Come to my country! I will Love to see you here! :D you will Love it!!

[@PresentingReality]

The career advice was spot on!!!

[@christieruivo6201]

Yes Q&As. Please more! Love your answers:)

[@tiffanymorales2666]

Costa Rica in her top list... If you come here you have to go to montezuma, la fortuna, manzanillo.. And the list keep going... ❤️❤️

[@tltravel]

if you head to Bali or Costa Rica you should get in touch. I have been so many times and have some great tips / recommendations for both :) Great Q&A today!

[@gabriellesimoneau9958]

how can you legally be nomad? I know that in canada you are supposed to stay most days of the year into the country to be considered living in the country but if you dont meet any of the requirements of any country i'm just wondering how it works i guess

[@ninapickles9]

You mentioned Costa Rica twice and I died each time. It would be awesome to meet you and travel my country with you. A girl can always dream, right? haha

[@gabssofi9936]

Raya, you can have that perfect date in Puerto Rico. In the city of Rincón we have a resort that is made of Tree Houses, it's really awesome. Plus, Rincón is the "surfing capital" of the island, so that's a plus and aside all that, theres tons of hidden waterfalls in this amazing island. Hope you come here soon! xoxo

[@cynwilson3428]

how did you start traveling to all these different places? and how do you fund all your trips?

[@FloatingOrbProductions]

Do you and Louis ever stay in Hostels when you travel?

[@KristinRyans]

From where do you find money to travel all the time??? I want to travel but in order to travel you need money, and in order to have money you need to work (if your parents are not millionaires) , and when you work you can't just decide and go travel, but instead you just have 1 week in a few months ... so please tell me how do you find money and time to travel to so many countries in such shot time, and what can I do to make it happen??? Thank you! :)

[@rfpeace]

I love (and hate) airports too! I live in OC California and I have to drive by LAX a few times each week. Sometimes I go into a daze when I see the planes coming in, makes me want to go too! But then I remember how totally F----ed up LAX is! I wish I could always fly in and out of SFO like a buddy of mine, that airport is so nice and organized and easy to get in and out. I wish LAX was like SFO :(

[@Lochlomondtravel]

Hey Raya, keep up the great work. Followed you through Louis channel. Kris

[@marmaladetalks5436]

Hey Raya, Loved the video! :) btw, the beyonce link doesn't work! I listened to it though, and wow, it is absolutely amazing. I love it so much! Super inspiring

[@JackSparrow-uu3mw]

You've literally just done all the things I've wanted to do but didn't have the courage to. I keep saying I'd love to travel solo one day but I'm that traveller who gets sick everytime they travel. I guess I'm the "travel with friends" kind of person. Anyway, thank you for being honest with us ❤️ and I must say your mom's creations are so pretty.

[@RayaWasHere]

+Jack Sparrow No worries, you can just travel with friends! That's so much fun anyway! And thank you so much :) Also Jack Sparrow, I love your work haha

[@KaseyGall]

I didn't realize your mom is in Woodstock. We rented a cabin there during Thanksgiving. It was so calm, creative, and beautiful! This Q&A was great though. Can't wait for the next one. :-)

[@RayaWasHere]

+Kasey Belle I love it here, its the best place to come back to and relax! Thank you :)

[@KaseyGall]

For sure. I can definitely see why. The little downtown area was adorable too! I actually made a two part vlog while we were there if you're interested to see our perspective. :)

[@unforgettablelex]

Airports are literally the worlds greatest place. This one time I was going to Hawaii and I kid you not I had like 3 layovers and I got to meet so many new random people and also airports have a cheesiest souvenirs which I happen to be a sucker for.

[@jennifershefford8147]

you💞💞 help me so much I watch your videos to distract me from self harm and I wanted to thank you for that

[@sonne-wolken]

The fear of time passing so quickly I have since I was a teenager - probably the reason why I myself ended up as a travel blogger and freelancer (and now also KZbinr ;-P) - I guess. But I love my life and try to make the best out of every day! 💙💙💙

[@amystaahs2118]

You're such a beautiful person inside and out!