I've really been enjoying my time in Madrid over the last week -- it's my first time here!! While there are many things I admire about Spanish culture, nothing stands out more than the SIESTA CULTURE (or short power naps after lunch).
Have you ever heard of a siesta before?
All of the stereotypes are true (especially in the summer months) -- people really do take siestas here and it's magnificent! Why can't we have a siesta culture in the U.S. as well? It makes a lot of sense!
Comment below if you love taking siestas like they do in Spain!
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I've really been enjoying my time in Madrid over the last week -- it's my first time here!! While there are many things I admire about Spanish culture, nothing stands out more than the SIESTA CULTURE (or short power naps after lunch).
Have you ever heard of a siesta before?
All of the stereotypes are true (especially in the summer months) -- people really do take siestas here and it's magnificent! Why can't we have a siesta culture in the U.S. as well? It makes a lot of sense!
Comment below if you love taking siestas like they do in Spain!
Follow @DrewBinsky on Instagram Stories for BTS of my travels :)
CONTACT ME: drew (at) drewbinsky (dot) comEntering The Worlds Narrowest CityDrew Binsky2024-10-19 | Welcome to Yanjin, China - the narrowest city in the world! This place is AWESOME!
More than 100,000 people call this unique city home, living in high-rise buildings along a narrow strip of land between steep mountains and the polluted brown River. It’s truly mind-blowing to see how Yanjin has adapted to its natural environment, with its residents making the most of every inch of space available. The towering mountains in every direction make it feel as though the city is trapped in a stunning, yet challenging, landscape. In all of my travels, I've never seen anything like this!
Also - this is my first time visiting rural China, and I have to admit, it’s been a refreshing change from the hustle and bustle of massive cities like Beijing or Shanghai. The slower pace, tight-knit community, and the way life carries on here, despite the obvious limitations, have been truly eye-opening.
Mainland China is full of surprises, and Yanjin is just one of the many hidden gems that I've discovered on this 18 day trip. Stay tuned for the next five videos in my China series, where I’ll be uncovering even more fascinating and lesser-known places across this incredible country! Woohoo!
Thanks to @littlechineseeverywhere for coming on this adventure with me! She makes awesome content (in English) around China!
Thank you to ElevenLabs for dubbing my videos into Spanish, French and Portuguese! If you want to learn more about their amazing technology, click this link: elevenlabs.io/drew_binsky
I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO
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👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comHow Do Time Zones Actually Work?Drew Binsky2024-10-14 | ...What Can $10 Get in Iran?Drew Binsky2024-10-09 | ...I Visited The World’s Largest Open Air Crack MarketDrew Binsky2024-10-06 | Donate to Ten Yad to help those in need: https://tenyad.org.br/doe/
In São Paulo, Brazil - there is a place called Cracolandia which is known as one of the world’s most infamous open-air drug markets, where thousands of people gather daily to consume and trade illegal substances. This area is notorious for its harsh living conditions and the social challenges it presents. Despite multiple government efforts to clear the area, Cracolândia continues to linger due to its deep-rooted issues like poverty, addiction, and the lack of long-term rehabilitation solutions. The scale of this crisis has made it a symbol of the complex relationship between drug abuse, homelessness, and public health in Brazil.
Walking through Cracolândia feels like stepping into a different world — like I'm living among the Walking Dead. All I experienced was a chaotic zone, about the size of a football field, filled with addicts, dealers, and makeshift shelters. For visitors and locals alike, Cracolândia is both a shocking reality and a wild reminder of the social inequalities that continue to plague major urban centers. And despite its reputation, it also serves as a critical case study for understanding the larger global issue of urban drug epidemics.
I'd love to get your thoughts on Cracolândia in the comments down below. Thanks for watching.
Thank you to ElevenLabs for dubbing my videos into Spanish, French and Portuguese! If you want to learn more about their amazing technology, click this link: elevenlabs.io/drew_binsky
I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO
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👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
Somewhere in rural China, there’s a replica city that is straight out of the American Wild West – Welcome to Jackson Hole, China! With a jaw-dropping $170 million invested to recreate that classic cowboy vibe in Wyoming, I knew that I had to see this for myself. Is it really as “American” as they claim? Are people actually living there, or is it a ghost town?
To help me get to the bottom of it, I teamed up with my friend Rachel, a fellow American who’s been living in China for 8 years and speaks conversational Mandarin. Together, we’re diving into this strange town to uncover the truth – from cowboy hats to horse riding to sizzling steaks, we’re exploring just how wild (and weird) this “Western” town really is.
Thank you to ElevenLabs for dubbing my videos into Spanish, French and Portuguese! If you want to learn more about their amazing technology, click this link: elevenlabs.io/drew_binsky
I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO
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👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comI Went to Craziest City You’ve Ever Seen #chinaDrew Binsky2024-09-25 | ...In Japan, I Rented a Friend for $100Drew Binsky2024-09-22 | ...I Rented a Friend in Japan For $100Drew Binsky2024-09-21 | There is a man in Tokyo named Shoji Morimoto, and he makes a full time living by literally "doing nothing." If you pay $100, you can rent him for a few hours, and he will join you around Tokyo to be your companion. Want to grab a beer at the bar? He's in. Want to read a book in the park? He's in. Want to relax at home? He's in. Even though this was one of the strangest experiences I've ever had -- it's actually a pretty neat concept. And I think it can only exist in a country like Japan, where the culture is very lovely and isolated!
Would you ever consider renting Shoji for the day? Or are you too creeped out? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below!
Thank you to ElevenLabs for dubbing my videos into Spanish, French and Portuguese! If you want to learn more about their amazing technology, click this link: elevenlabs.io/drew_binsky
I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO
Get your annual travel insurance plan with Allianz: https://shorturl.at/VztfJ
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comThe Most Impressive Voice You’ll Ever HearDrew Binsky2024-09-18 | ...I Ranked Every Country in AsiaDrew Binsky2024-09-14 | I've traveled to all 50 countries in Asia (most of them 3+ times) and in this video, I rank all of them from my favorite down to my least favorite (based on my own personal travel experiences)! Do you agree or disagree with my list? I'd love to hear from you in the comments down below! And please share any travel tips/advice/secrets that you have for any Asian country, so everyone in this awesome travel community can benefit!
Thank you to ElevenLabs for dubbing my videos into Spanish, French and Portuguese! If you want to learn more about their amazing technology, click this link: elevenlabs.io/drew_binsky
I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO
Get your annual travel insurance plan with Allianz: https://shorturl.at/VztfJ
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comI Ranked Every Country In EuropeDrew Binsky2024-09-11 | ...Entering the Slum that Japan Doesnt Want You to SeeDrew Binsky2024-09-07 | Japan has one of the lowest homelessness rates in the world, with less than 0.003% of its population living on the streets. This is a testament to the country's robust social programs and unique cultural approach to addressing homelessness.
But there is one slum, called Sanya, where you can find almost all of Tokyo's homeless - and my mission in this video was to go there to learn about why this place still exists, who lives on these streets, and what the future holds for such a contrasting place.
Japan is truly one of my favorite countries on earth, and after 11 trips to this island nation, I have to admit that I've never seen streets like what I just saw in Sanya. It's a gritty neighborhood historically known as a hangout for day laborers and marginalized communities. Nowadays, you can find hundreds of homeless men wandering around a dilapidated park, playing board games, and sleeping in makeshift tents. The surrounding alleyways are dotted with ultra-budget hostels for $10/night (the cheapest rooms in the city, but not a place I'd recommend to sleep).
The overall experience of walking around Sanya is just bizarre, and I think it's important that we don't turn a blind eye on the homeless -- even in a country like Japan.
I originally intended to only make this story about Sanya, but after learning about yakuza (gangster) culture, I went on a separate mission to meet a real yakuza member in Fukuoka. I couldn't believe the things he told me which you will find out in the second half of this video!
I'd love to get your thoughts on this darker side of Japan - did you know that homelessness and gangster life existed here? Or is all of this news for you? Comment below!
Huge thank you to @JiDion for connecting me to Mr. Yuyama, to @Poudii for letting me use some of your yakuza footage. And to @OrientalPearl for being the first to introduce what Sanya is on her channel - two shots in my video were used from her Japan stories. All of these creators mentioned make really awesome videos, so check them out!
Shoutout to Kosuke for taking me around Japan, you can find his Instagram here: instagram.com/kousukeofficial0. And finally, to Mr. Yuyama himself, who runs this YouTube channel @youyama which gives insight into life as an ex-yakuza!
Thank you to ElevenLabs for dubbing my videos into Spanish, French and Portuguese! If you want to learn more about their amazing technology, click this link: elevenlabs.io/drew_binsky
I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO
Get your annual travel insurance plan with Allianz: https://shorturl.at/VztfJ
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comI Tried the World’s Most Poisonous FishDrew Binsky2024-08-31 | Check out the new ProArt PX13 from ASUS Here: https://asus.click/px13_drew
In Japan, there is a fish called FUGU that is so poisonous that it kills several people every year. I have been anxious to try it and learn more about the preparation process that goes on behind the scenes, so join me on this crazy adventure to see what we can discover! Along the way, we take a few pit stops around Japan to try more of the bizarre foods that this country offers - so if you are the type to get squeamish, then consider yourself warned!!
Thank you to ElevenLabs for dubbing my videos into Spanish, French and Portuguese! If you want to learn more about their amazing technology, click this link: elevenlabs.io/drew_binsky
I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO
Get your annual travel insurance plan with Allianz: https://shorturl.at/VztfJ
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comThings You Only See In CHINA🇨🇳Drew Binsky2024-08-27 | ...Entering LA’s Most Dangerous HoodDrew Binsky2024-08-25 | ...I Spent a Day in LAs Most Dangerous HoodDrew Binsky2024-08-24 | Try InVideo AI for FREE & use code DREWBINSKY50 to get 2x the number of video generation credits in your first month: invideo.io/i/DrewBinsky
Skid Row in Los Angeles is a place that I always heard about since I was a kid. Its reputation as a homeless campground, where people suffer from complex social and mental health issues, is always glossed over when people think about Hollywood. But for the first time ever, I am going there to take you on an uncensored journey through one of the most notorious and dangerous hoods in the United States of America.
We’ll explore the environment of Skid Row, meet the residents, and dive into the challenges they face daily -- from lack of housing and healthcare to drug addictions.
This video is not just about showing the harsh side of life, but also about sparking conversations on what can be done to bring change.
My main goal in going to Skid Row is to shed light on the human stories behind the headlines and statistics because, at the end of the day, people are just people.
Whether you're familiar with Skid Row or hearing about it for the first time, I hope this video helps you understand the gravity of the situation and the humanity within it.
Huge thank you to Heidi, Dante, and the whole team at Midnight Mission for guiding me around Skid Row to tell this story. Since 1914, they've been doing amazing work to help those in need on the streets of LA. If you'd like to donate, then you can do so on this link: midnightmission.org/donate
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts in the comments down below. I'll see you in the next video!
Thank you to ElevenLabs for dubbing my videos into Spanish, French and Portuguese! If you want to learn more about their amazing technology, click this link: elevenlabs.io/drew_binsky
I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO
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👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comThe Coolest Thing I Found in AntarcticaDrew Binsky2024-08-14 | ...What It’s Like In America’s Poorest RegionDrew Binsky2024-08-11 | ...Exploring Americas Poorest Region AloneDrew Binsky2024-08-10 | My Book, JUST GO, is out! Grab it here on Amazon! https://rb.gy/phjsc0
This is a story I've been wanting to tell for a long time - West Virginia. Appalachian accents. Southern hospitality.
I spent 24 hours driving alone through America's poorest region, called McDowell County. It's a place where the minimum household income is less than $29,000 USD, and where ghost towns have been left behind in the aftermath of a booming coal industry.
In many respects, this is the forgotten America—a place where time has seemingly stood still. Yet, the narratives you’ll encounter here are among the most compelling I’ve ever told, anywhere in the world.
I've been telling travel stories since 2017 - more than 1,200 videos - and about 97% of them have been overseas. But now I'm beginning to realize that the most captivating ones are right here, in my own backyard.
Thank you for watching this story - and a special shoutout to Dave and Tess who spontaneously joined me to help bring this West Virginia story to life! Also shoutout to my friend @PeterSantenello who first introduced me to the people and culture in this region - check out his channel, he makes great stories!
Thank you to ElevenLabs for dubbing my videos into Spanish, French and Portuguese! If you want to learn more about their amazing technology, click this link: elevenlabs.io/drew_binsky
I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
After spending more than 2.5 years living in Europe and traveling to all 49 countries on the continent (most of them 3+ times) -- I am excited to share with you the "20 Biggest Cultural Differences" that I find between the two places!
Please note that when I refer to "Europe" in this video, I am generalizing quite a bit. I do realize that many countries in Europe (i.e. Moldova, Kosovo, Armenia, etc) are different from the rest of the continent. And also - keep in mind that all opinions in this video are MINE and based on my own personal travel experiences as an American traveler in Europe.
I'm curious to get your thoughts on this! Did I miss anything on this list that you would add? Do you disagree with any of my points? Please let me know in the comments down below -- I will be checking and responding to your messages :)
Thank you to ElevenLabs for dubbing my videos into Spanish, French, Portuguese, Arabic and more! If you want to learn more about their amazing AI technology, click this link: elevenlabs.io/drew_binsky
I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comEntering Manilas Largest SlumDrew Binsky2024-07-28 | ...I Spent a Day in Manilas Poorest SlumDrew Binsky2024-07-27 | #ad Download MoneyGram for a reliable way to send money to yourself or loved ones when traveling! Get the app here: bit.ly/3JqGNDP
The Philippines is my favorite country in the world and I have been here more than 75 times. There is truly nothing like the Filipino spirit, their unparalleled warmth, and genuine hospitality. However, beneath this beautiful exterior lies a reality that cannot be ignored: the severe poverty in Manila. With over 40% of the city's 23 million residents living in slums, the conditions they endure are among the most challenging in the world.
In this episode, I venture deep into the heart of Manila's largest and most impoverished slum called Tondo. Here, I discover a community living along a heavily polluted bay and directly beneath the constant bustle of a busy highway.
Despite the heart-wrenching circumstances, the individuals we encountered are nothing short of incredible. Their stories and resilience are both inspiring and humbling. Through this journey, I hope to shed light on the incredible strength of the Filipino people and offer a glimpse into their daily lives. Join me as we uncover the true spirit that makes Filipinos the most resilient people in the world
More to come soon from the Philippines - I would love to hear from you in the comments down below on this story.
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comDo I Stand Out In Here? 🇯🇵Drew Binsky2024-07-23 | ...The Dark Side of Hong Kong is DevastatingDrew Binsky2024-07-19 | ...She Was Sold from North Korea for $250 (Yeonmi Park)Drew Binsky2024-07-17 | ...I Went to America’s Most Closed Off Amish Town 😳Drew Binsky2024-07-16 | ...Entering Americas Most Conservative Amish TownDrew Binsky2024-07-14 | In this eye-opening story, I explore the lives of the Swartzentruber Amish - the most conservative subgroup of Old Order Amish. They arguably lead the most conservative and traditional lives of any humans on our planet. I gotta say, even after visiting all 197 countries in the world, I found the Swartzentruber Amish to be among the most fascinating groups of people I've come in contact with. And it's in my own country!
Through my friend Lizzie, a former Swartzentruber Amish who grew up in Holmes County, Ohio, I gained rare access to this secluded community that is off-limits to outsiders. Join me as we learn first-hand from the Swartzentruber Amish, as well as get a deep dive into Lizzie's childhood as she remembers it.
Nowadays, Lizzie is an incredible entrepreneur and runs her own business in the health & wellness industry. You can follow her journey on the links below: - IG: instagram.com/lizzieens_wellness - YT:@lizzieenswellness - Get her newly launched book! amzn.to/3LfyxaP
Here's a little more information on the Swartzentruber Amish: They are renowned for their extreme adherence to tradition and rejection of modern conveniences. They maintain the strictest rules regarding technology, shunning electricity, indoor plumbing, and even bicycles. Their church services are marathon-like, often lasting up to six hours, emphasizing their deep spiritual devotion to God.
What makes the Swartzentruber Amish even more fascinating and shocking is their commitment to living without modern healthcare, relying solely on traditional remedies and community support. They also practice rigorous schooling and they complete education at the 8th grade, focusing instead on practical skills and Amish traditions.
I'd love to hear from you guys! Let me know your thoughts on this story in the comments down below - do you agree or disagree with the Swartzentruber Amish way of life?
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comVisiting the Mole People Who Live in Tunnels Below Las VegasDrew Binsky2024-07-01 | ...They Live in Tunnels Below Las VegasDrew Binsky2024-06-29 | Did you know that there are 1,500 homeless people living in tunnels below Las Vegas? Directly under the billion-dollar casinos, fancy night clubs and Michelin-star restaurants is a world that you wouldn’t believe is real. Until you go down there and see it for yourself.
I teamed up with Rob from Shine a Light Foundation, who guided me down into this underground world to meet with local residents and hear their stories.
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comEntering Americas Only Polygamist TownDrew Binsky2024-06-22 | This is one of the strangest stories I've ever told, and ironically, it takes place in my home state of Arizona.
The story takes place in a small rural town called Colorado City, where the FLDS church rules the land (Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints) -- And I was guided by former member, Sam, who runs the amazing YouTube channel @GrowingUpinPolygamy.
In Colorado City, it's acceptable for men to be polygamists, or have multiple wives. Many have 3 or 4 wives, but the ruler of the community who is a God-like figure named Warren Jeffs, had 85 wives until he was thrown in prison on a life sentence for sexual assault on minors (among other charges).
Through Sam, I was able to get special access to this community and the things that I experienced will leave you speechless. I was even able to interview Warren Jeff's 65th wife -- who shares things that she never before shared on camera.
I'd love to hear from you in the comments down below. What do you think about Colorado City, Warren Jeffs, and the FLDS Church?
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
While I was in Tokyo a few months ago, I met a 21-year-old girl named Karin who currently lives inside an internet cafe in Tokyo. Her room is 3 feet (1 meter) wide by 6 feet (2 meters) long, and she doesn't even have enough space to sleep horizontally. Believe it or not, more than 5,400 others in Tokyo are living in internet cafes because it's a much cheaper alternative than paying rent for an apartment in this expensive city.
Karin's situation is a sad one -- she was kicked out of her house a year ago, and physically abused by her father before becoming homeless on the streets. With little money in her bank account, she found a safe place to live at this internet cafe, and now she makes $1,300 a month by working at a hostess bar.
But she's still struggling to get by.
This story highlights the extreme pressure of Japanese society, as well as the social isolation that comes along with it. I'd love to hear your thoughts about Karin's situation, and the overall oddities of Japanese culture in the comments down below.
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
Welcome to JAPAN - the world's most futuristic country! I have returned for an 11th visit to shoot a 5-part series about the most interesting people and hidden culture across this amazing nation. In this first episode, I share with you 12 mind-blowing ways that Japan is living in the future - from robot-staffed hotels to vending machine parking lots to insane toilets that clean your butt! Comment below if you would add anything to this video - I will be reading and responding to all your messages!
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.com7 Friendliest Countries in the World!Drew Binsky2024-06-03 | ...I Spent a Day in Brazils Most Dangerous SlumDrew Binsky2024-06-01 | Welcome to São Paulo, Brazil - the largest city in ALL of the Americas with 23 million people! It's my first time in this chaotic city, and man, what an adventure it has been -- completely opposite from the Amazon rainforest, where I flew in from! As soon as I arrived in São Paulo, I went straight to the most notorious & dangerous slum (favela) called Paraisópolis. It's a place where the police are too scared to visit because they will be shot at. It's a community where drug dealers and gangsters literally run the society.
I've visited a lot of the world's most dangerous slums/hoods from India to Kenya to Venezuela - but Paraisópolis is different.
This video is one of the most raw and honest stories I've ever made, and it will give you a rare glimpse into Brazil's street life. I hope you enjoy the story, and stay tuned for more content from Brazil - one of my favorite countries in the world!
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
This is the very first video on my channel from the beautiful country of BRAZIL!! (My last and only visit was in 2016, before I owned a video camera). This is a story where Drew Binsky meets Bear Grylls - as I take you deep into the Amazon rainforest to meet an indigenous man, Lino, who lives completely isolated on his own!
After months and months of planning, I was finally able to make this trip happen, and it was one for the books! Join me on the adventure to track Lino down, spend a day in his life, and see if I have what it takes to survive for 24 hours in the world's biggest rainforest!
Thank you to Iguana Tours for taking me on this amazing trip to the Amazon! You can book your tour by contacting them on Instagram or their website!
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comThis African Tribe Has Only 2 Toes!Drew Binsky2024-05-14 | ...He Survived Being Kidnapped in HaitiDrew Binsky2024-05-11 | Get $900 in Free Travel w/ the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card: https://shorturl.at/fwzDI
Hey Guys! So as many of you know, I went to Port-au-Prince (Haiti's capital city) a few months ago with my local friend & guide named Sean. It was the single scariest trip of my life. 90% of the city is controlled by ruthless gangs, and going into the slums with Sean was a wild experience. You can watch the full story of my Haiti trip here: youtube.com/watch?v=vmM7SDGOQiQ&t=1s
About a month ago, my friend Arab @arab who makes great content about culture and street life, went to Haiti with Sean to shoot a similar story. Unfortunately, both men were kidnapped by gangsters for 17 long days - and it spread like wildfire across international news. Thankfully, the two men made it out alive after paying a hefty bribe.
I caught up with Sean just a few days after he escaped, and here is the full story.
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.com5 Wacky Things I Found in Antarctica 🥶Drew Binsky2024-05-06 | ...I Visited the Actual Southernmost Point on EarthDrew Binsky2024-05-04 | Thank you White Desert for putting on an amazing trip! If you want to visit the South Pole, then email my friend Maynard (mz@mztravel.co) and he can help organize! Serious requests only.
Who is ready for a WILD adventure to the world's most remote place?! Even though I may have traveled to all 197 countries, THIS IS MY BIGGEST TRIP EVER in terms of planning, production costs and overall epicness! Join me on the adventure of a lifetime to visit the ACTUAL, GEOGRAPHIC SOUTH POLE -- a place where less than 3,000 humans in history have ever stepped foot.
If you want to win 1 of 5 signed postcards from Antarctica, comment below and tell me A) your favorite part of the video, B) where you are watching from and C) your bucket list trip! Bonus points if you are creative! I ship worldwide :)
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
Hey friends! I spent the last 12 years traveling to every single country in the world - and as you might imagine, I've been in some pretty sketchy situations. In this video, I share 5 of the scariest travel moments and experiences I've encountered - from Syria to India to Haiti. These are times when I seriously thought I might not make it.
I'd love to hear from you guys in the comments down below - what are some of your scariest travel stories? I'll be reading and responding to your messages, so don't be shy to share!
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.com6 Worst Traffic Cities on Earth 😰Drew Binsky2024-04-25 | Do you have any to add to this list?! #shortsThis African Tribe Has Only 2 ToesDrew Binsky2024-04-20 | #ad Download MoneyGram for a reliable way to send money to yourself or loved ones when traveling! Get the app here: bit.ly/3JqGNDP
I've visited dozens of indigenous tribes around the world, but no experience has been quite like this one, on the tri-country border of Zambia, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. My wife, Deanna, and I spent 2 days driving on long dirt roads to meet the Vadoma tribe, who are the only humans on earth that genetically have 2 toes on each foot.
I came here to find out their story, spread awareness about their struggles and learn what life would be like with this shocking condition. I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments down below - have you ever heard of the Vadoma tribe? What do you think about their feet?
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.com24 Hours in Jamaica’s Biggest Slum 🇯🇲Drew Binsky2024-04-14 | ...I Spent a Day in Jamaicas Most Dangerous SlumDrew Binsky2024-04-13 | Thanks to Storyblocks for sponsoring this video! Download unlimited stock media at one set price with Storyblocks: storyblocks.com/DrewBinsky
Welcome to JAMAICA - one of my favorite countries in the Caribbean. This island is full of life, culture, beaches, and reggae music, and it makes for an excellent vacation destination... However, there's a darker side of Jamaica that exists among the local population. In recent years, the nation has emerged as one of the most dangerous in the Caribbean with gang violence and political turmoil in the slums areas. In this story, I went deep into a dangerous slum called Flankers in Jamaica's second-largest city (Montego Bay) to document street life and see what kind of people live there.
I'd love to hear your thoughts on this story - does it change the way you see Jamaica? Let me know in the comments down below!
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comThis Woman Hasn’t Eaten in 16 Years (No Food or Water)Drew Binsky2024-04-01 | ...She Hasnt Eaten in 16 Years (No Food, No Water)Drew Binsky2024-03-30 | This story is crazy. I traveled to a rural village in Ethiopia to track down a woman, named Muluwork, who claims to have not eaten in 16 years. Not a single piece of food or a sip or water. And on top of that, she doesn’t use the bathroom!!! After spending a few days observing her fascinating life and interviewing dozens of her neighbors, friends, and family members - I must admit that her story is pretty convincing.
What do you think about this whole situation? I'd love to hear from you in the comments down below as this mystery is not yet solved.
👨🏻🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky and I have been to EVERY country in the world (197/197). I make documentaries about interesting people and cultures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because I think it's the best education that you can get. And our planet is beautiful!
🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: world.drewbinsky.com ► Email: partnerships@drewbinsky.comEntering Haiti’s Most Dangerous HoodDrew Binsky2024-03-23 | I went into Haiti's most dangerous slum to document the street life. Sadly, the situation has gotten much worse and now the gangs control the entire city. I feel for the people of Haiti and hope that the future will be safer for its peopleThis Temple Has 25,000 Rats & People Worship ThemDrew Binsky2024-03-19 | ...