The Reason I Travel

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[@thechrishau]

What is your reason for travelling?

[@tricksandtrips]

So many reasons, and the principal one to find my piece of paradise somewhere in the world!

[@luciestribrska8049]

My reason for travelling is to feed my childlike need to discover new things, new places, new people. Observe, dive into the new environment and enjoy every single moment.

[@JaredSpink]

To get away from the stress of everyday life to just be in the moment with the people I love.

[@jonathanwaring1406]

The sense of peace I get when I arrive at a viewpoint after a long hike or when you experience something new and profound like an epic sunset in an epic location and its almost like a spiritual experience. Those moments are what make me keep picking up my gear and going back out the door again and again.

[@ChalLeOye]

Reason is to meet my soulmate somewhere down there. I am sure, it will happen. Thanks for making this beautiful vlog. 😍🤗❤️

[@LizziePeirce]

Best video you've ever made. I love dis boo

[@thechrishau]

Coming from the short film queen! Love you.

[@DekiaryCarter]

I agree!!! This video is so epic... I'm such a huge fan of 99.9% of things you guys do. ;) You both are very talented! I've learned so much from you and Chris. Thank you for everything that you do.

[@RLBallou]

Such an awesome video. Not sure if I would have panned on Lizzie while saying "largest exhibits of dinosaurs." :)

[@DonSaeKang]

To get out of my bubble. Plus it is a way good way to learn about yourself

[@lettersfromhoth]

Next time you and Chris come back to Alberta come in december and get up close to the natural bridge and in jasper walk athabasca falls. Snow in June is not unusual, they are already calling for snow here in Calgary for September 23-30th and Mt Allen has snow on top. My backyard will soon be a winter wonderland again.

[@gabrielsap]

Three word for you man: tears/smiles/chills. This is art from the heart.

[@thechrishau]

Gabriel SAP ahhh thanks so much.

[@thechrishau]

Gabriel SAP ahhh man. Thanks for this comment. 😊 all smiles over here

[@hurley2609]

Yeah I couldnt agree more with you

[@chadwickestey]

One of the best videos I've seen in a LONG time! Truly brought tears to my eyes.

[@thechrishau]

Chadwick Estey ahh chad thanks homie!

[@eminademirovic2531]

This was such a great storytelling. You should do more of that. Really inspiring and emotional. I cried. Wish tourism boards made videos like that. Austria is my fav destination so far. 😍

[@samdyllon]

Glad I wasn't the only one!

[@thechrishau]

I really want to go to Austria.

[@saulnunezjr.9041]

I’m not crying, you’re crying.. Amazing film Chris, inspires me to get out and see more. You and your grandparents look real happy, nice too see that. ✌🏽❤️

[@thechrishau]

Saul Nunez Jr. thanks Saul for this comment. You made my day :)

[@tricksandtrips]

So many reasons to travel! Opening your mind, seeing new cultures, eating new food, exploring new horizons! To travel is to live. Thanks for this video Chris, on my and all the travelers behalf

[@pedropearson6488]

Indeed, to travel is to live! Good to see here Stefan!

[@alexandermuller6173]

I'd travel full time if I could

[@gregorioneumann4000]

You are right, thanks Chris!

[@AlliandWill]

Dude! The storytelling on this was next level! The footage and music choices and the edit and 10 other things, sooo good! You get to continue traveling and being inspired by the very people who sparked the idea in the first place; so your grandfather lives on through your travels!

[@JoeClement]

Great video man! Such an inspirational story! Nothing makes me feel more alive than visiting somewhere that I've never been before!

[@mArt-in]

This video is the reason why I subscribed ❤️ great work!

[@TheLucyMartin]

This is insanely beautiful. Proud of you Chris.

[@thechrishau]

Thanks Lucy! I appreciate dis comment.

[@KardosoMedia]

Travelling is hands down my favourite thing to do. I basically work hard to be able to travel as often as we can. Ideally I’d love to make Travel part of my job so i can travel even more often. Hopefully some day I can make that reality. Thanks for sharing your story with us. You’re an inspiration my friend! 🙏🏼

[@nikoladechkov525]

This video was so touching dude 😭👏🏻 Beautifully done 🌿🏔️

[@Fantxtik]

I loved watching this and hearing how much you appreciate them. That was amazing and very inspiring.

[@LaurenFrancisco]

I was sitting at my desk like, "man.. I need some inspiration, and need to see something beautifully captivating." I swear within 5 seconds, this KZbin notification popped up and my whole day, well YEAR was made with this, Chris! Stunning. Thank you for sharing this story. I've been trying to launch my travel company for ages, but today, I'll start the planning. Cheers! 🥂

[@thechrishau]

Ahh Lauren! You're giving me the shivers. Thanks so much for this nice message.

[@nick__zamudio]

Oh my gosh Chris this is insanely beautiful!! Absolutely loved the storytelling and you killed this visuals!! Much love man

[@bhaskarkakati]

This is by far one of the most passionate of your works.. Great job Chris!!

[@KkatsPhotos]

Just outstanding...and i've never wanted to see Alberta more in my life...The emotion of this video actually caught me off guard....

[@jorgecervera5867]

I love it Chris!! Congrats for the video!!

[@samaustinmedia]

This was beautiful! Love seeing you continue to push boundaries!

[@clairelafleche5693]

This is my new favourite video... I couldn’t look away. You had me hooked! Glad you liked Alberta 👊🏼

[@drewlongest]

this is beautiful man... thank you for that👏🏼🤙🏼

[@InspireDose]

I just love seeing your safe Chris... Gives me joy when your videos come up

[@plazmaburstchampion]

Beautiful video Chris, love the story, the editing and the emotions within it, a true artwork!

[@TheNewTravel]

Redefining the travel vlog genre with this one... I love it!

[@cindyrosen8170]

Beautiful video and a well-told story. Really enjoyed the first-person POV!

[@daphnevlak]

Why did you have to make me cry? This is so beautiful

[@KennithWattsJr]

This video is incredible! I love that you are doing this more and I can’t wait to see the next one. Truly inspiring!

[@heathermaitland2942]

"...Do you have a second to chat?" -No. heheh Love the video chrissyyy!! Crushed this !!!

[@mondortheconquer]

Hands down, one of the best videos I've seen on KZbin.

[@thechrishau]

Ahh dude - this made me smile. Appreciate that. I'm just trying my best :)

[@b.4rbs]

This video is literally perfect! Amazing job!

[@sarahkarger1828]

Chris. This is soooo good!! Been following for a while and have to say this is one of my favorite videos

[@LeeZavitz]

Awesome video bro. Looks like such a dope adventure. And catching snow in June! Damn perfect timing!

[@gergiboy]

Such a beautiful video Chris! You've made me want to go there, which is a bit tricky, because I live in Hungary lol

[@justfilmmedia7489]

This is amazing Chris thanks for sharing!!

[@ianhull5275]

Beautiful video Chris. Brought a tear to my eye.

[@JesseDriftwood]

Dude this was so good. Like a breath of fresh air.

[@thechrishau]

JesseDriftwood ahhh thanks man. Appreciate you :)

[@RiseHigh]

" *Travelling is the best gift you can offer to yourself* " Me But i think we are a lot to think that way, thanks for sharing this video Chris !

[@PhotosCarbajal]

Loved it dude!! You just made me feel it.. That's just some of the greatest content out here!!

[@AndrewJStrang]

Absolutely incredible Chris! I loved it.

[@Matt__Kemp]

Didn’t watch it the first time around, only listened 🙌🏻 second time around I watched it, your details while narrating are on spot!

[@thechrishau]

Matt Kemp thanks so much Matt!

[@Matt__Kemp]

Chris Hau I’m sure your grandmother imagined it exactly how you brought it to life, beautifully done Chris 👍🏻

[@NicoleGlass]

Beautiful video! Are you/your grandparents German? I also called mine Oma and Opa :) p.s. love the squirrels.

[@Bushtuckerman_]

This is absolutely beautiful mate! Amazing way to showcase your trip! Thanks so much for sharing!!!!

[@tjlabar2501]

My favorite video of all your videos! Spectacular!!

[@b.p.sheaves4736]

My favorite video of yours yet. Great job!

[@seazenscollective]

That was awesome Chris and such a beautiful tribute. ❤️

[@claywilliams8129]

Love this video! such a great message and story telling

[@santiagotrujillo2447]

One of the most amazing and touching videos I've ever seen!! Just congratulations man!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@etanthony1]

Awesome video man. So cool and great way to honor and remember your grandparents for years. They are certainly proud. And those spots were amazing! I hope to go one day!

[@dansearle7024]

One of the best videos I've seen on KZbin in a long time Chris. I rarely comment on videos, but I had to on this. Amazing footage, stunning scenery, and beautiful storytelling. Thank you for sharing this, you reigniting something inside of me, to get back out there and see more of this beautiful world. Thank you!

[@wayne-10stopphotography88]

Such a powerful video, make memories and moments that last forever awesome work Chris, up there with some of your best

[@TheRockabillyArts]

That was simply incredible! A real inspiring piece for all of us.

[@KngsPwn4]

Chris, this is so touching! Thanks for sharing.

[@noelenehazell8454]

There is s much to love about this - best travel video I have seen in a long time. Thank you for your beautiful images of some amazing places we visited 2 years ago - Brought a tear to my eye. Thank you and keep travelling 😍

[@Cristina-nq2oc]

This is so beautiful, thank you for sharing!

[@HennadiiHryshyn]

AMAZING FILM DUDE, will wait for some more video like this :)

[@roybrown670]

I love this 3000! Chris, this was incredible!

[@rylanwheaton]

Seriously though, this is so good! Probably my fave vid you’ve ever made 😍

[@michaelpurinton8388]

beautiful trip intertwined with a beautiful message, really amazing video Chris!

[@ronaldbonte]

this is awesome! I love how you're telling your grandma where you went and showed the footage. even if you were to close your eyes, and listen to you telling the story of which places you went, you could see it in front of you! amazing video Chris!

[@beerhero123]

That was really beautifull! Keep up the amazing and inspiring work man!

[@machajohn]

Beautiful video Chris! Awesome visuals to go along with a fun authentic road trip. I too always love telling my family about all the little funny details when I travel.

[@thechrishau]

Right! It's funny what stands out to us while travelling

[@artofersuke]

This actually made me teary eyed. Love the video!

[@makdeeeee]

This is a great video Chris! Super dope shots! Love it!

[@elishscott]

This is really heartwarming, Chris. It made me cry. I hope that someday, I could travel to those places you’ve traveled to. Cheers man! Great content as always!!

[@hancarou]

I was crying after this video. Thank you for inspiration, Chris!

[@dylanmordaunt1970]

Officially one of my top 5 favourite videos! So genuine and pure!

[@carlovaleras]

Man I just shed a tear (more like A LOT). This video is beautiful, and the fact that you talked to your grandma and did it in memory of your grandpa is so lovely. Lately I had been remembering my grandma (that passed away two years ago) and how she has inspired me to do so much things. So this is like a jewel so I can end my week well. Love for you and Lizzie from Mexico! ❤️🙌🏻

[@mattdimarino5894]

Well done this was inspiring and blissful! Thanks for posting Chris!

[@mathisdecroux]

So powerful and full of emotions ! You did an amazing work 😍

[@Adamunknown10]

Love you Chris you the man!! Thank you for sharing and being so open and honest!! ✌🏻✌🏻✌🏻

[@DannyGCano]

What a great touching video Chris. I loved the story and how you are connected with your grandparents. The end almost made me cry what amazing video. Thank you for sharing this 🙌🙌🙌

[@GioLocated]

The edit, the colors, the voice over and the music all put together so perfectly! These kinds of videos are what inspire me to travel, feeling the way you did on your trip and the people it reminded you of, these are only a few of the reasons I travel. It feels so good to be somewhere new and in the middle of it all thinking, "I bet ____ would love to be here right now."

[@lorenzosorice]

Chris, this is utterly amazing. Definitely my favorite and most inspiring videos you've done. It's always about the stories. 💙

[@vg8429]

Beauuuutiful movie Chris!!!!❤❤❤ i absolutely loved it!

[@federicoalegria8464]

You weren’t intentionally trying to make me cry but you did anw, such a great inspiration, your grandpa must have been very proud of having you as a grandson 😭😭😭

[@rymack5715]

Absolutely beautiful video, dude, in so many ways. Brought tears to my eyes.

[@nicollechong]

Thanks for this beautiful presentation! Love it!

[@GauravAreng]

Ah man! That's one of the best videos I've ever watched! As someone who's been raised by his grandparents, two people who always told me stories from all over the world, that really hit home! And on so many levels! Been getting more and more into photography lately, binging all you guys' videos. AND I'm part way through my immigration to Canada and seeing all these videos from you guys based there is just affirming everything I feel I want to experience. Super job! Truly one of the best videos I've ever had the pleasure of watching. Thanks for that.

[@Gueph]

Man, this video must be seen by more people! Absolutely loved it! Not only are the images stunning, but your storytelling was really genuine and heartfelt. One of my favourite videos I've seen lately!

[@AlexMcDaniels]

This made me cry, miss my grandparents. Thank You for this beautiful video Chris!

[@jack_david]

Chris I really love this film you made, It really did show the importance of your relatives in your inspiration of doing what you do today. I also really loved the fact that this video wasn't over the top, just plain jump cuts and straight to the point.

[@TommasoCalabri96]

Man.. this is amazing.. from another world.. chapeau, BRAVO!

[@francescadiana]

That's so beautiful! Probably my favourite video you've ever made. I can relate too.. my grandpa was a sailor, I think that's where I get it from. Have been traveling for the past 11 years (me, not him), but once upon a time he sailed across the world 💛

[@JacobMarsh]

My favourite of all your videos yet. Way to go Chris!

[@maximelhuilier]

Thanks for this video, best video you've ever made for me. Emotive and inspirational story, that how life and travel needs to be ! Thanks so much Chris !

[@courtneythouvenell4723]

This made me tear up! I love it, it’s so beautiful.

[@travelpixels2415]

As always great value and content, got really inspired from your videos and started editing myself 🤪

[@PeterPaulRebel]

Dude, I love everything about this video! So great! Very well done.

[@PeetKozdon]

Oh man this is beautiful! I actually lived in Banff for 2 years and seeing all these places with your speach made me so emotional. This has got to be the best videos you made. Good job I love it so much!

[@dantaitoko9006]

Crazy beautiful shots! Great storytelling too.

[@opticalzoom]

Such a great video. Brought tears to my eyes and butterflies to my gut. Beautiful piece of work.

[@jerekortelainen3595]

Loved the film! I rarely get emotional but in all honesty, this time I did. It vibed with me on a very personal level. I can totally relate with so many things in this film. Thank you. You made my day, Chris!

[@nickoloui]

You can tell when a creator creates a piece of work with their heart and soul. And such is this video right here. Respect to you Chris, keep doing what you're doing! Big Fan and lots of support from me!

[@SteveYalo]

This is amazing, Chris. Very well done! I love it.

[@soybisoyyu4023]

The best travel vlog i’ve seen brother. I love how you made your story, it’s full of emotions. I am from Southern Alberta and i’ve been to these places but you, YOU CAPTURE THE BEST OF IT MAN! Looking for more inspiring videos Bro! Keep it up and Good luck!

[@johnbegeman8533]

By far the best video I’ve watched in a long time. The emotion, cinematography, and love for a grandmother was powerful. ❤️

[@GiffordsOnTheGo]

Chris, Thank you for sharing. Such a great video. Videos like this are creators dreams. You brought us into your heart with this one. You and Lizzie are an Inspiration to current and future film makers both young and in my case a little older. Thank you.

[@rogervogler9275]

Great video Chris. Made me smile and squeeze a tear at the same moment.

[@connoresauweddings]

This is so great Chris! It makes me so happy when I see you getting incredible shots right near my home. I live in Calgary and videos like this make me remember how privileged I am.