Why the US issued me a Purple Passport

This is a story about how the US issued me a purple emergency passport and how I ended up in Morocco.
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[@aymenouaamer1337]

You have no idea how happy MAYA was seeing herself on the video! she is saying Miao to everyone who watched the video twice! hopefully you won't have much obstacles sharing your stories as you had with the last two videos. i am sure we will hear more stories, the snake spared our lives back in the desert for a reason !

[@natalie_dom30]

Gracias por recibir a Luke y ser tan hospitalario, un fuerte abrazo desde Perú 🤗💖

[@LukeKorns]

Wow!! I can’t believe I forgot to tell the part of the story of the snake that was moments away from ending one of us. 😂

[@jonathanwijsman7719]

I’m also happy you get to see a lot of stuff. ❤

[@123JWJWJW]

Wow! This was awesome. What an experience. If only I was 20 years younger.

[@cloudwatchview]

Saludos a maya aquí está en casa 🤠✌️ saludos amigo Chris oflyng gracias por todo aquí mirando a tu amigo.

[@InDisskyS131]

For future reference, when you go online to set an appointment they are always full for months. The trick is, they aren’t actually full they just set them that way. Just call them and they will manually give you the appointment in one of those “full” spots. They have been doing this since the big C hit.

[@OliverSchlecter]

Why would they do this tho?

[@SuzieNerds]

Probably to limit the number of people at any one time.

[@Le_Blnk____]

@@SuzieNerds yeah you wouldn't want a pile toasted humans in your backyard Honestly in ingenious

[@liveyourlife_tv]

good to know

[@thecapitalg]

9/11?

[@mmdmaryam5605]

As a Moroccan i am proud and honored that you "ended up" in our neck of the woods so glad you had a good time and hope you come back

[@sushi777300]

One week ago I needed an emergency passport too as my passport got stolen in a robbery in San Francisco. Luckily my home country has a consulate in SF and I could get an emergency document on the spot to get back home Am so thankful that I wasn't stuck

[@dragoon2121]

@Against Detestations!🐖 ?

[@SPinoEatsFish]

@Against Detestations!🐖 Nah thats just the populated cities, Fairly normal most countries have what i believe high chance of stealing stuff like wallets or passports when you aint careful. I live here near the coast and i never got my stuff stolen really (excluding highschool stuff).

[@solehansalikin7318]

@Against Detestations!🐖 thats what happen when you make guns easy to obtain

[@TheMaskedNinja_]

@@dragoon2121your mistake was going to San Fransisco

[@RockinLoud360]

@@TheMaskedNinja_ touch grass

[@LukeKorns]

WOW. This last week trying to figure out why this video was originally deleted was stressful, but having you guys come back and show it some love once again means the world to me. Thank you guys for appreciating my work and what it stands for.

[@aim1534]

your videos have genuinely changed the way I look at my life. thank you

[@dannyguzmanc]

Ur my favorite creator ! 🤌🏻✨

[@lbch_youtube]

what WAS the "reason"?

[@nadiemedicemila]

obvio rey

[@veryboringname.]

I still don't understand why it was removed. Which bit was the problem?

[@GreatGamer28]

Humans chilling with humans, smiling, and having a good time. I love it. This is the kind of life I wish everyone could experience, all the time.

[@bthomson]

Yes please.

[@yousmartheads]

I really wish that was the case, hopefully one day it will.

[@harukills]

this video feels like a jojo refrence

[@gogowshagenai6139]

Men* they're smiling because their wife's are doing all the work

[@hexyellow9873]

​​@@gogowshagenai6139 Ah yes, because women don't have fun and men don't care about their wives, totally logical ɀ̣

[@Sosssa90]

Moroccan hospitality was like nothing i have ever experienced. I had a blast travelling around Morocco with the boys and we met some amazing people and made some great friends.

[@eliotswift1339]

am just commenting here because I know my comment won't apear, if you are planning to film next time in the Moroccan southern Sahar don't call it western sahara, you maybe get denied from entering again or get deported, it's a part of Morocco as you can see from the video, no borders no currency change no flag change just like any other part

[@SupremeLeaderKimJong-un]

You know you're in a house with a good vibe and a person of culture if they have a cat. This video randomly popped up on my feed and I’m so glad I watched it! What a beautiful video, an incredible story, and by letting the world guide you where you needed to end up, you got to experience the Sahara with what seems like an amazing, kind group of people! As a person who doesn’t travel much (I've been to just China, Vietnam, Singapore, and Russia), this is very inspiring, educational, and truly enjoyable! It is incredible to see how even though we may not understand what someone is saying verbally, we can all feel each other's emotions Morocco fun fact: Morocco is famous for the tree-climbing goats, who climb such trees to eat argan fruit (which is then digested, and its kennels pooped out) as part of the process for argan oil.

[@paolagrando5079]

This is what interaction between humans should be. It shouldn't matter where you come from, your background, etc., just be respectful and healthy curious about others. I wish you all serenity in your life. Much love from Italy. 💜

[@edwardjackson1418]

It was all summed up by my architural Proffessor at Cal Poly Universitity, telling us students that Italy, was the most misunderstood country in the world!

[@Lexiannasam]

That’s how it is here in Canada. It’s the norm. Sad to see that the US isn’t like that. Everywhere else is 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@lad4830]

@@Lexiannasam no it's not, most of europe is like US in this regard

[@elyenidacevedo1995]

@@Lexiannasam What do you mean the US is not like that?? 😂

[@Kenzcho]

You are amazing man, I’ve grown to love your vlogs. Traveling , meeting people, enjoying life, creating experiences and memories. I love this and you seem so happy doing so! I am so happy people are kind like this

[@brookepage3752]

KZbin better keep this up this time, because this is a straight masterpiece. Happy belated birthday Luke

[@eliontheinternet3298]

I Agree!

[@mihaelaclaudiap..2]

Wow Luke, I watch many storytellers on KZbin but no one ever beats you! This was amazing! I mean all those unexpected situations and the people you’ve met and the way you tell the story! I’m in love with your work! Never give up, we needs you as our inspiration! You are naturally talented! Brilliant guy! Well done! Xx

[@adamridza977]

awddwa

[@CharityFisher-wy3lr]

Led me to think

[@samokemwa6475]

Amazing hack

[@Eddy-pm8tf]

@@rockwellrhodes7703 jealous much? I dont understand why we cant be thankful for the well being of our fellow beings!

[@litupethan2093]

yes theory is great also

[@btattana]

This unexpected friendship with these beautiful people is so wonderful.

[@wayneco]

This vid came served up to me by the YT algorithm. This experience as it unfolded hit me in a surprising way, I started crying, out of nowhere, remembering all my own similar travel experiences of when I was your age, 20-30 years ago. I was young, single and in love with the world, these friends made I still have, and keep, and these experiences that I still cherish. Your video really stuck the nerve, the emotions came in a flood.

[@andrejones7786]

[@luckyman9903]

Crybaby

[@All5AJz]

This comment moved me.... I felt this deeply. Every experience then was filled with rich flavor and unexpected highs and lows. Now I over think everything. No enjoyment in that so living through others is so relatable. Algorithm did a good one twice.

[@paulofilipe4747]

I wish I had money to do it :(. I'm 22 and never traveled by myself because I'm poor

[@All5AJz]

@@paulofilipe4747 I traveled with 15 cents at 16 from home to here and it's done daily. Poverty is an excuse and lazy is the reason.

[@MrLegendra]

I think if you used and uploaded your filled American passport details/scan then the visa would've been approved. Even if the US embassy punched holes in your old passport, I'm sure you must've had a scan on your PC. If you showed up at the border with your emergency passport you would've been ~85% let through. India's visa application uses a lot of AI and it must not have recognized the rare US emergency passport and sort of auto-rejected. Visiting the Indian Embassy in Europe would've been the better play. Either way cool adventure! Highly recommend India, its an amazing place to travel to for sure.

[@Zeitlos4ever]

clever

[@azero2]

As an American who has lived in India for 3 years now on a business visa, I wouldn’t try that. Ive lived in 4 other countries before this, and traveled to about 40. I can say from my experience that India is so far the biggest pain to enter/exit from. If you’re not using a diplomatic passport or in business class then the process will really test your patience and that’s with having all your affairs in working order.

[@MrLegendra]

@@azero2 I have also been to India a few times - but on a tourist visa not business. I personally always had a good and smooth experience, but I’m sure it depends on the agent you get. Maybe business visa people get more scrutiny or you went to a country that is a security risk for them. Not sure

[@AverytheCubanAmerican]

Sometimes life just has other plans for you, and it's amazing when it works out! Going with the flow is the best way to travel. That emergency passport took you on such a great adventure. Not only did you get to camp in the Sahara, which few people can say they have even seen, but you also got rained on in the Sahara which is rarer still...and you experienced it all on your birthday...PRICELESS! And you formed friendships for a lifetime! A fun fact about Morocco, Morocco was the first nation to publicly acknowledge American independence, allowing American flag-flying ships in their ports on December 20, 1777. France was the first in general as Louis XVI said he recognized the US on December 6, but he didn't sign the treaty.

[@scipion34]

@messagemeontelegramriffhar9790 shut UP bro! you're weird!

[@lou-xr5rz]

For someone with zero chill, you absolutely amaze me. The way you make it all seem so easy and natural, to make connections with people like that. I went on a spontaneous weekend trip to stay in a campervan with $15 return plane tickets and I spent the majority of the trip on the verge of a panic attack, assuming everything would go wrong. It didn't, of course. I want to live more like this. I will say though, as a woman I do get a little scared sometimes, I don't think I would be so brave but part of that is to protect myself. so idk..

[@pawelabrams]

To be honest it's perfectly normal to feel the way you feel in the modern world; but you can ask yourself "should it be that hard" and sometimes the answer is "no". My gf had the same thoughts about travelling and safety in general, turned out it was not only plain justified fear, but with a good load of anxiety added on top of it. She's still working on it, but says she didn't even know life can be this much easier before she looked for help on that.

[@Vailskibum]

Sometimes the greatest adventures are away from our intended path, incredible vid!!

[@Spider-man612]

Hi didn’t expect to see you here

[@maxefilms]

Not expecting to see you here, wasn't expecting to see myself here either.

[@Rabid_Nationalist]

Hello there! Didnt expect you here!

[@Forxa1260]

Wait... has Vailskibum been watching this channel for longer than we think?

[@thecapitalg]

Bro why do you watch the same videos I do?

[@BeHappyByBike]

Morocco is a special place that deserves so much more attention and love. I've been one time and will be back for sure.

[@thrinayan999]

😅

[@davedavids57]

Western Sahara isn't considered part of Morocco by anyone. It was brutally and illegally occupied in 1975 and is regarded as a Colony.

[@d.h.2509]

@@davedavids57 It's recognized as part of Morocco by the majority of countries, even the United States.

[@d.h.2509]

You're welcome anytime!

[@millielamagnifique2980]

Im a dumbass im like what the sahara desert? In morocco because i keep getting MONACO and MOROCCO mixed up, ive been to Monaco and i kept saying morocco when i came back because it slid off my tongue easier, jfc

[@MissGourmandefr]

Your videos are healing I also believe that everything happens for a reason, especially while travelling when I had similar situations to yours and ended up having amazing unexpected experiences !

[@ardeeloren]

Oh wow 😮. What an amazing adventure you had. You are blessed you found fun, wonderful people to celebrate your birthday with in a beautiful place🎉👏🏻. Thanks for sharing

[@itsalexclark]

Loved it both times i watched

[@haydillamusique]

❤

[@flxwer.5013]

Alex

[@Hannah-iz6pf]

Alex

[@GrishaGetos]

Alex

[@khadijahakimi457]

Things always happen for a reason . Without visa rejection you wouldn’t live fascinating experience in the Moroccan Sahara . Much thanks for the Moroccan guy who hosted you . Hospitality is deeply rooted in Moroccans

[@davedavids57]

Western Sahara is illegally brutally occupied.

[@khadijahakimi457]

@@davedavids57 well that what you see

[@davedavids57]

@@khadijahakimi457 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_rights_in_Western_Sahara

[@yourealittlebitfat4344]

Ye specially when real refugees come and they rob them when they are sleeping. Netherlands, Belgium go look it up before you go nuts and call me a racist conspiracy theorist!!!!

[@astronotics531]

You mean Western Sahara ?

[@k0b128]

Had the biggest smile on my face the whole video! It's truley amazing how close we all are, even strangers from all around the world!

[@valeries1764]

Luke, I’m a long-time follower and I am so deeply thankful for your happiness and kindness! Your videos clear me up truly and inspire

[@sidharthsundaramramachandr5384]

Hey Luke , I am an Indian American , I am heartbroken you couldn't visit my country. However your trip to Morocco was amazing and absolutely loved it. Hope you travel to India soooonn

[@linkly9272]

any recommendations for where to go in India? i'd love to visit some day but it's such a large place that i don't know where to start!

[@haniesmayil1024]

@@linkly9272 Do visit Kerala, its one of the most beautiful states in India. It's also known as the God's own Country

[@boxcannon8321]

@@linkly9272 visit the north east states and Kashmir ladakh

[@hazard6300]

If you want the scenery/mountains etc go to Kashmir and uttrakhand,if you wanna feel a little close to nature go to kerala,if you wanna go for good food go to rajasthan and Delhi and if you wanna go someplace with nice weather and feel cool breeze on your face you can go to north east parts of India and also for the beaches go to goa

[@s8ulxlevi422]

@@linkly9272 kerala, rajasthan, punjab , northeastern states, ladakh nd kashmir, goa

[@dandymcgee]

KZbin can try to take the video away, but they can NEVER take away the experiences you had or the friends you made along the way.

[@radanju3]

+1

[@CynicalDuchess]

this made me smile from ear to ear. what a gift for storytelling and capturing reality. We need so much more of this on KZbin.

[@macrottago]

This is so far the most heart warming video, I have watched on KZbin. ❤️

[@TristanSpohnAKASpiderman]

This is so freaking cool. One of my favorite quotes from Brad Sham is that “you never know the end of the story while you’re standing in the middle of it.”

[@zilchfox]

I have no idea who you are, and have never ever seen any of your other videos, but for some reason, the KZbin algorithm recommended me this video. Wow. I was blown away. This video is absolutely AMAZING. I hope you do get to do your planned trip to India soon, but either way, it looks like you had a blast in Morocco!

[@jacksoncounts5402]

Same here

[@RussellArroyo]

You should check out his Pakistan video and his Phillippines video 👍

[@mariebelibrahim5584]

.

[@gabriellafox7948]

Me too!🇨🇦

[@grayonthewater]

Same!

[@brunettemouse3265]

So amazing Luke! I admire that you're able to just get up and go on these adventures. Very cool

[@adamridza977]

wdadaw

[@shortylucy]

What a truly epic journey! I’m so happy you met such amazing people who helped you a long the way, and I’m sure have made new friends with. Such a wonderful thing to watch. ❤

[@uverseeducation9624]

Luke, I see you becoming more and more 'present' throughout the evolution of your channel. You oftentimes present challenging situations that could be perceived quite negatively, but then quickly turn them into deeply meaningful and positive experiences. I love the philosophical 'theme' - your videos are inspirational!

[@DallasLL]

You hit the nail on the head, he is a natural born story teller and artist with his videography! And you are right, getting away from the Hollywood lifestyle has made him more present and relatable from the lost souls of LA

[@kellymorrow2057]

I'm a firm believer things happen for a reason! It's nice to see you had a great time and adventure with new friends in Morocco!

[@erikh9991]

I am a believer in that too. We missed a flight to Barcelona so we went to Rome. Since we had already been to Rome, it was way more relaxing than if we had gone to Barcelona. The stress of a new place.

[@davedavids57]

He ended up in one of the most controversial places on earth. With one of the sadist stories of genocide and violence and he didn't even seem to notice.

[@d.h.2509]

​@@davedavids57 a genocide that doesn't exist outside the minds of Algerians. Get a job and do something with your life.

[@davedavids57]

@@d.h.2509 I am from the UK, I really don't have a side in this, but every single international human rights organisation condemns Morocco every single one. Amnesty International have like 12 reports. I studied international relations and geopolitics and Morocco is high up on the violence scale. Just read some of the reports from international organisations. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_rights_in_Western_Sahara

[@davedavids57]

@@d.h.2509 Also the get a job quote was good. I have a new one, guess where? Working for the UK foreign office. A Foreign Office that continues to regard the occupation of Western Sahara as illegal and unjustifiable.

[@katiefair6959]

I’m so glad I stumbled across this channel. It feels very personal. Reminds me of when I travelled and enjoyed the simple things more. Life has been so stressful lately. I’m inspired to finally go back out and just enjoy life. Thank you!

[@kimhyunjinsgf]

oh wow!! luke you are always welcome to comeback to morocco,, hopefully next time u will be able to see even more landscapes because our country is so beautiful and diverse!! love you 🤍

[@superholly]

Saving this epic video from algorithmic failure 🙌🏽 PS “I wish I understood” #relatable 😂

[@santiago12sf]

great seeing your comment :)))))

[@itsalex7229]

omg hiii holly:)

[@shawneydepp]

My absolute favourite storyteller on KZbin. This is why you don't need the best cameras to tell amazing stories!

[@victoriaregina8344]

Absolute entitled murican person : throws a fit just because he cant go where he wants to

[@michaelashley2855]

Really ?

[@Mr.DISRESPECT]

@@michaelashley2855 Not really?

[@TheDirtymikenation]

its my first time seeing him and hooked

[@victoriaregina8344]

@@michaelashley2855 i have an emergent situations

[@mxracer95x]

Awesome, Luke. I've had the pleasure of getting lost in Morocco a few times and I absolutely love the country and the people. I'm glad you had a good time!

[@raycripe4418]

this is my favorite video because it really demonstrates and highlights the humanity behind what you experience; so cool!

[@JayPalfrey]

so good we watch twiceeeee!

[@Mohamed32el]

Jay.. When we are going to see you in morocco 🙃? Your Muslim brothers are waiting to see you here 😁

[@BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp]

Idiotic behavior seems right up your ally.

[@rstumbaugh43]

You are young and in your prime, this is the perfect time to go exploring, adventuring, and visiting/traveling. Good for you buddy, and thank you so very much for sharing all of your experiences in reality!

[@bthomson]

This is a scam.

[@bthomson]

Rick - Not you comment. Your comment was cool.

[@vshcvsh98]

you made me have the biggest grin on my face the entire 9 minutes watching, this was quite a beautiful journey!

[@the.odo.re00]

omg. The mind of traveling together with your new friend and the way how you’re talking about him magical it’s touched my heart 💜 Wish you amazing trips with good people.

[@thatswhatisaidCA]

Wow. I'm a 58 yr old woman in Canada watching this. This was amazing. So many feels... Truly special, so happy for you. Thank you for sharing.

[@somethings6015]

You made me go and look at my older US passports. Apparently the rules changed at the end of 2015. Prior to that I had 26 extra pages (A to X) added into my US passports several times. In the past you could just stop in most any US embassy abroad and requested extra pages. I do not recall a fee, if there was one it was small. At one time extra pages were sewn in but in my two most recent passports they were taped in. This was a convenient service while living abroad as several countries in the region where I resided used full page visas in addition to the common entry and exit stamps. One thing I will not regret is finally getting to the front of the line for my exit stamp and watching the departure immigration officer pull my exit card loosing the marked page and then watching them try for too long to find my most recent entry stamp in a passport with 50 plus pages and hundreds of similar purple stamps. Only to be repeated shortly later by the arriving immigration officer at the next country's entrance. I got very good at knowing the shapes and sizes of different stamps. If you travel or live abroad long enough you will experience the need to carry expired passports with unexpired multi use visas. My son was born abroad. I got him a US passport in short order. I had to go a special foreigners bureau to get an entry stamp in his passport for his being born into the country. On his fist trip abroad I took him with me to visit friends just before Christmas; his mom stayed home, but did give me a shopping list. At the border crossing I was delayed while immigration checked with her that it was okay for him to leave with me. When we returned from that first trip he received a dual national special visa in his US passport when I presented his birth certificate. As long as he carries that old passport he can enter visa free for life even though that old passport is long expired now. Other countries have similar procedures, some quite different, and procedures change with time. Many countries require an entry or special stamp in new replacement passports for lost passports; this can be a hassle if you fail to get that stamp in advance of departing. Countries want to stop people who over stay their visa and then "loose" their passport; a fairly common practice with some travelers and expats.

[@TUBESPECIFIC1]

Yep that's how easy this problem was to solve 10 years ago. Now you have to get a new one if you're full? Surprised the world hasn't moved to a digital visa system where you still have a passport, but get your visas and arrival stamps in an ap and online instead.

[@arjix8738]

I haven't traveled outside of the EU, but I just realized how convenient traveling with just my ID is I have never touched a visa

[@TUBESPECIFIC1]

@@arjix8738 Schengen area is convenient like traveling in the states, except you have nice trains and buses and we don't. Airlines is what America depend on for long distance short term travel like tourism or see family over Christmas. We got some serious problems going on these days where the economic system itself is on the cusp of breaking which is worrying for we need electricity, natural gas, local public transit, and food which all breaks down when there's big problems. Horrible for America traveliers the past two weeks. I knew to stay home hunkered down in front of my screen, but also no longer expected to go see familyl since we're all split up the past 10 years.

[@setthenet]

Why did you need a new passport in France?

[@robman6583]

I smiled the whole video. I could feel the joy you captured and shared with us

[@Ara-Em]

This just came on my feed and im glad I watched, I didnt blink for the entire video and even felt like part of it, I was laughing and experiencing your joy. Amazing how it all worked out this way and Ayeman and company you are really beautiful humans

[@sumiiiiiya]

i can’t put a finger on all the emotions this video made me feel, but i’m crying, this was so heartwarming

[@davedavids57]

To think just a couple of hundred miles away people were being murdered by the government of Morocco. How on earth did you just not mention that? en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Sahara

[@nathancombong_]

We got you luke

[@ceioln]

I love how free and spontaneous you are! Bless you❤

[@Gtollefsonpdx]

after clicking on this video I was thinking this was going to be another one of those videos... I was completely surprised. He is a great story teller and this video just feels good. I cannot explain it, it is wierd. I hope he does not stop and continues to grow himself as a content creator, director and dreamer. I will be watching more videos and I think I will not be let down. I dont know if his channels are the only funding he has for his travels or where it might come from. He is making every dollar count for sure. Keep it up. Still just blown away....

[@AlexBeldi]

Many thanks for sharing your stories with us Luke. Hopefully this time the video will NOT be deleted! 💚fingers crossed buddy

[@existingtm]

KZbin recommended me this video and I'm really glad it did It was a nice, peaceful, and happy 9 minutes, when there's so much stress in the world.

[@SlightlyBittah]

Just checked back on this video, and WOW it jumped up from a few thousand to over a million. I know you’ve been struggling recently with getting the algorithm back on your side, it makes me so happy to see that you’re getting a payoff for all the hard work you put into these Videos. I can tell you love what you do, hopefully you keep this traction 💙🙏

[@TheDreamerintheStarlight]

Props to everyone is this video who was chill and inviting. Crazy how there’s places where people will do this for a person they met a few weeks ago

[@janellcrews6108]

You're so lucky to experience something like this most people will never be able too. Don't take anything for granted, I feel blessed that my grandparents took me to see 42 states. We'd travel every time we would have time out of school. I remember all of it even though I was young.

[@TUBESPECIFIC1]

It's actually really cheap to do international travel like this for I did that by teaching English. One doesn't need to be wealthy to go, but you just need the time away from work and not have other constraints like family telling you can't just up and go do whatever you want. I'm a single guy all my life so it was very doable for me to see the world. I'd still do it at 50 if I had more than $1000 a month income. That used to be enough money to be in other countries without keeping an apartment in the US where I'd leave things at my mom's then a storage after she passed away 10 years ago. I used to get $300 one way flights going thousands of miles on Expedia and score $5 to $10 a night rooms either by meeting locals or using Hostelworld website. It's as simple as get a passport, carry some cash and cards, read up and watch videos, apply for any necessary visas, then book flight and just go.

[@inka-on6mt]

​@@TUBESPECIFIC1 It's not just money though. I'm sure it can be easy to travel cheap but as a woman? I would never be safe doing this. Especially like just getting a place to stay from some random person online and in morocco? It would be so dangerous for women. AND ESPECIALLY when travelling alone. So as much as I'd like to do this, even if I had the money I couldn't

[@TUBESPECIFIC1]

@@inka-on6mt I've met lots of single women backpacker international travelers. They can travel OK by not being flirty and dating, but by just being themselves like a dude does too. People know if you're out to foolishly get in trouble or if you'r'e being wise and level headed. However is Middle East countries like Egypt, solo Western female travelers are not very well respected and do often get harrassed with tit pinching and such. Me, a solo male traveler, was heckled and harrased to no end, but never physically touched. Egypt was the rudest country. I do imagine it would not be safe for a solo female to go alone to North African and Middle East countries, but woudl be fine most everywhere else.

[@patriciamartin7268]

I agree. We don’t have the money to travel. Not even to take a vacation inside the US.😢

[@TUBESPECIFIC1]

@@patriciamartin7268 No, I don't either. Most Americans never get to see the Grand Canyon or take a trip. I imagine most Americans never driver more than 40 miles from home, but car trip to go camping or fishig is about the extent of most Americans vacation in all of their lives. I too want to travel and participate in life, but it's the money and debt economic system that prevents us from really actualizing in life.

[@SpaghettiRoad]

It's back! So happy to see it again!

[@najatm]

WOW, you're a great storyteller! This is my first video I watched on your channel and after one viewing I am a fan. Well done young man. I can't wait to watch more.

[@MrCrowebobby]

What a leap from your early videos, which were also fun. This is extraordinary. Good for you. Make a full-length film of all this at the end and run it in cinemas.

[@TheJonb007]

Morocco is such an amazing place... The people are amazing! So glad your detour was there!

[@moroccanamerican1387]

thanks

[@timetraveler9518]

I'm from Morocco and I agree!

[@clarissathompson]

I love seeing a young person out there learning the joys of going with the flow! It's amazing what can happen when you just take it as it comes. Great content, subbed!

[@Kaiju_Traveler]

I want to come visit Canada, where should I go first!

[@clarissathompson]

@@Kaiju_Traveler well, that really depends…what are your interests?

[@bthomson]

Wow! Just wow! Happy belated birthday! You give us something we really need! Human positivity!

[@Storylimitx]

I don’t really have a word to describe how much your videos made my day particularly this one, it literally feels like adventure too, like I was physically part of the journey. I will watch your videos till my last breath. Bravo bro, bravo 👏

[@Jezzrichjames]

This video popped up out of nowhere for me, since I hadn’t followed or known of this channel previously, and I was truly inspired by this video and subsequently this channel. The video was incredibly personal, where I felt almost like someone standing on your shoulder observing and experiencing what you’d had, and makes me wonder about how I’m currently living life…in an internship, finishing up college, and wondering what I will do with myself.

[@hannahmayo6582]

Same experience for me! I just watch Luke in awe of the way he lives his life! He is definitely an inspiration to us all!

[@SmeiskAudio]

Wow! Wow. Even living vicariously through you, through this KZbin video, I feel like I've just experienced the kind of incredible adventure that Hollywood movies, reality tv, and even some commercials try to replicate but never truly succeed in delivering. This is a unique video, of its own right. The title drew me in because I wanted to know what a Purple US Passport could possibly be. The video kept me in, because it had something special in it. Something special which I'm not sure could ever be described accurately by any title. I have a "Favorites" playlist from the days of yore, when early KZbinrs asked you to "Rate 5 stars and favorite the video." This video has earned a place in that list. It may not be any sort of recognizable accolade to you, but trust me, you, your adventure, and the video you've given to us, to me... this video touched my heart in a very unique way. --Thank you.

[@andykatoa]

Luke thanks for sharing your experience with the World. First time seeing your videos and loved it. Just became a BIG FAN. Aymen Quaamer and Maya love the hospitality you two showed Luke. Much love to everyone.

[@Hawthorneheights888]

This video started so chaotic 😂and ended even more chaotic, but in an unexpectedly beautiful way. So happy to witness your experience on a path less traveled by many of us watching.

[@brycekellyhowe]

Wow! What a great and safe video! Can’t wait to watch this over and over for years to come!

[@CubeAtlantic]

i have never even discovered this guy's travel channel yet it's so wholesome, & mediating.

[@sarahisatitagain]

This is my first time watching one of your videos and I'm smilling from ear to ear. This was so wholesome and cute! I wish you all the best in life and hope to see more of your trips. Kudos from Brazil. New subscriber imediatly

[@theresasouthern8631]

I'm hooked on your stories! You really are such a good storyteller and editor!! Just WOW!

[@TaylorBrauer]

Glad this made it back up. You did such an amazing job on this film and looks like you had a great time. Happy birthday, Luke!

[@susanas.v.7314]

Loved this so much, I can’t imagine why KZbin took this down. This was so beautiful and genuine storytelling and I love you’re doing what you’re passionate about!!!

[@xxsnow_angelxx3953]

This made my day now I want to travel despite my illness. If simply watching made me feel this warmth, then actually doing so surrounded by beautiful cultures.

[@liviSekuL]

This video is magical! Thank you for taking us on that journey! The idea that even if something goes wrong, it might lead to even more crazy adventures!

[@joao_gomes]

First video I watch from your channel. YT recommended it to me and I should say I'm pleasantly surprised. Great voice, nice personality and a pretty honest, down to earth guy. Love it!

[@redflag4255]

I watched one in 2018 and then watched them all ever since. Luke has a good heart

[@MyFriend_Oliver]

Glad to see the video back up. Happy for you!

[@jjdicarloutube]

I watch A LOT of content on KZbin. This is HANDS DOWN the best video I’ve ever seen. Seriously. Just from the standpoint of making lemonade when you got handed lemons (passport sitch) and saying “f it - I’m going to Morocco” then seeing the trust in mankind and seeing the spirit of adventure and just embracing it all. Dude. Amazing. There is just something that brings people super close when they trust each other like this. Absolute blind faith. Sometimes it doesn’t work but when it does - magic. This was magic. Way to live, man.

[@hirobian2]

I am happy to see you experiencing a life of travel I cannot imagine experiencing myself, I am sure there are difficult moments that you don't always show but you also show us the beauty of the world and its people. Thank you for sharing your travels with us.

[@arielthequeen890]

It looks like you had a great time and met wonderful people. FYI, since you travel so often, ask about getting a second passport, where you have two at the same time. It is something that some frequent travelers are able to do.

[@parishyuna]

This is so amazing! I would love to travel the world like you do but it's so different being a woman. You are so inspiring!

[@motokiheights]

I spent about 20 years after college traveling through Africa, China, Japan and various other spots. As a woman, of course, I had to be a bit more careful, but traveling alone allowed people to approach me when they wouldn’t if I had been in a group. It’s important to be flexible and able to handle ambiguity, but also be open to speaking with anyone and careful to be respectful of other cultures. Most people are just people curious to know who you are and what you are doing. They want to share their world with you.

[@daaaddaaad2695]

I love this story and what I love the most is you took us on this unexpected trip to the desert as well,

[@Fashion040998]

Ayeman is a gem of a person

[@johnsantrizos7638]

You are incredible and resourceful. The situations you find yourself in are incredibly tricky to navigate and it's amazing you share this with us all. A true inspiration

[@ai9862]

I click on this video thinking I would just skip to the answer and get out. Instead, I literally paused what I was doing and watch intently filled with emotion like I was watching a movie. What an awesome video. Better story structure than 90% of the movies out there

[@toppingsontheside8495]

So happy I clicked on this recommendation. This entire video was super heartwarming ❤

[@nkeoo_5995]

I’m actually crying rn idk why, this video is so beautiful maybe its cause i’m running on like an hour of sleep but i can’t get over it first video of yours ive ever watched

[@jdane2277]

It's amazing how beautiful people can be to strangers in so much of the world. Morocco is one of my favorite places. I'm glad you met such wonderful people.

[@amysharpe698]

Okay. I've just watch it through for real and you always create such art. You hit a heart string every time, your ability to connect with everyone you meet is a rare gift and it is quite frankly an honour to get to watch your stories. Keep doing what you're doing Luke

[@traderduke1880]

Adventurous...AMAZING. The people in you met were so hospitable....Loved it....You have made me a subscriber. Looking forward to more ADVENTURE. I will live life vicariously thru you. THANK YOU.

[@francisdebriey3609]

Love this way of travelling with unplanned encounters... great for you !

[@hodayahoteryshai953]

This is really wholesome and inspiring. I hope to travel the world like that myself soon, and it feels good actually seeing that even if something very big goes wrong, it is possible to experience incredible unplanned adventures because of it. Happy birthday man!

[@danielistvan1629]

Absolutely gutted by the previous video's removal, especially considering how your videos always inspire me despite any possible life problems to look forward to potential travels and doing something new, they are generally such feel good wholesome inspirational videos. Really hoping all goes well with this one. Best of luck and I'm really thankful that you provide such good content.

[@deloresigwe5179]

That is really cool I’m excited that you were able to experience the view , I’m sure it was beautiful!

[@SelfLoveCoachNessa]

This made me smile 😊 Keep sharing your amazing stories!

[@marthaviars4139]

your videos are genuinely the most amazing I’ve ever seen on KZbin, and i get so excited every time you upload to see what wild and amazing journey you’ve gone on. Your stories mean a lot to a lot of people and i hope you can keep doing what your doing.

[@kittygurl1323]

I love how adventurous and go with the flow you and your videos always are! Hopefully the vid stays this time

[@zachAG33]

i clicked on the video just to find out about that emergency passport then got surprised that you visited my home country 🇲🇦 what a coincidence 😂

[@franticskunk2461]

This video has just popped up on my recommended out of nowhere and what an amazing video to watch, truly made some great connections there man :D