Hugh AbroadIn this video, I take you on a DIY food tour through the bustling streets of Kolkata. My adventure begins in the New Market area, where I immediately spot a crowd gathered around a popular sugarcane juice stall. For just 20 rupees, I grab a glass—and it’s one of the best sugarcane juices I’ve ever tasted.
Next, I stumble upon a vendor selling masala chai for only 5 rupees. I can’t resist, so I grab a glass and savor it right on the street. Continuing my walk, I find another vendor serving freshly squeezed orange juice for 50 rupees. It’s as refreshing as it is delicious.
With my thirst quenched, I cross the street in search of food and find a man cooking up fresh dosas. For just 35 rupees, I enjoy a crispy masala dosa while chatting with some locals.
Next, I hop into a classic yellow Kolkata taxi and head to KC Das for a famous rasgulla—a syrupy, cheese-filled dumpling that’s a must-try in the city. Afterward, I wander down a small alleyway and discover a shop selling kathi rolls. I chat with locals as I devour a chicken and egg roll, wrapping up my street food journey in true Kolkata style.
Hunting For Kolkatas Tastiest Street Food 🇮🇳Hugh Abroad2025-02-23 | In this video, I take you on a DIY food tour through the bustling streets of Kolkata. My adventure begins in the New Market area, where I immediately spot a crowd gathered around a popular sugarcane juice stall. For just 20 rupees, I grab a glass—and it’s one of the best sugarcane juices I’ve ever tasted.
Next, I stumble upon a vendor selling masala chai for only 5 rupees. I can’t resist, so I grab a glass and savor it right on the street. Continuing my walk, I find another vendor serving freshly squeezed orange juice for 50 rupees. It’s as refreshing as it is delicious.
With my thirst quenched, I cross the street in search of food and find a man cooking up fresh dosas. For just 35 rupees, I enjoy a crispy masala dosa while chatting with some locals.
Next, I hop into a classic yellow Kolkata taxi and head to KC Das for a famous rasgulla—a syrupy, cheese-filled dumpling that’s a must-try in the city. Afterward, I wander down a small alleyway and discover a shop selling kathi rolls. I chat with locals as I devour a chicken and egg roll, wrapping up my street food journey in true Kolkata style.
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In this video, I eat at restaurants in Dhaka, Bangladesh with ZERO reviews on Google. Some of these places are not even listed on Google at all.
I start at a tiny local restaurant in Dhaka serving a huge pot of chana dal. I order a plate with fresh roti, although the cleanliness of the restaurant was definitely questionable.
After that, I stop at a small tea stall to try a singara, one of Bangladesh’s most popular street foods. I end up sharing it with my new favourite security guard.
Next, I find another local restaurant serving a huge selection of Bangladeshi curries. There are curries everywhere, many of them sitting out in the heat, and I decide to try the beef curry after speaking with the friendly owner.
I then head to a Bengali sweet shop to try some of their best selling sweets. The guys working there were incredibly welcoming and gave me some great recommendations.
Later, I jump into a crazy rickshaw and make my way through Dhaka before meeting a local guy on the street. He takes me to his favourite chicken restaurant, where we sit down together for chicken, rice and cucumber salad at one of the busiest restaurants in the area.
Before I even gave it a try, I asked a couple of people nearby whether they thought street ear cleaning was dangerous. One of them told me it was dangerous and said you should never put anything like this inside your ear… which wasn’t exactly reassuring.
I’ve tried street ear cleaning before in Delhi, India, and also in China, and both were very memorable experiences on my travels, so when I saw it happening again in Dhaka, I knew I couldn’t let the opportunity pass.
Once the guy had finished cleaning someone else’s ears, I jumped straight in. We negotiated a price, I sat down, and he got to work.
The whole setup was pretty basic. He had a small bag full of tools, cotton wool, different liquids and gels, and he appeared to be using the same equipment between customers. I definitely wasn’t too sure about the hygiene.
As he started working deeper inside my ears, it became extremely uncomfortable. I was getting more and more nervous, and at one point I was sweating and shaking because I knew how risky it could be.
Despite all of that, he somehow managed to get a surprising amount out of my ears.
Would you ever let someone clean your ears like this on the streets of Bangladesh?
#earcleaningSurviving Bangladesh’s Worst $1 Hotel 🇧🇩Hugh Abroad2026-09-06 | In this video I stay overnight in what might be the cheapest hotel in the world, a floating one-star hotel in Dhaka, Bangladesh, costing just 120 taka, or around $0.98 USD.
The hotel floats on the Buriganga River, one of the most polluted rivers in the world, right next to the chaos of Sadarghat Port.
I begin the video trying to find the hotel, asking locals for directions before discovering several boats floating along the river. The first boat is completely full, but the people staying there kindly show me around their tiny rooms, the bathroom and the top deck overlooking Dhaka.
Eventually, I find another floating hotel with a room available. I pay my 120 taka and check into an incredibly cramped room with little more than a bed and a fan.
After exploring the boat, meeting my neighbours and buying everyone some drinks from a nearby shop, I return in the evening and prepare for one of the roughest nights of sleep I’ve had while travelling.
With extreme heat, around 90% humidity and barely any airflow inside the tiny room, it quickly turns into a sauna.
Can I survive the night in Bangladesh’s cheapest floating hotel?
Shadows And Dust by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.au Music promoted by chosic.com/free-music/all Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0The Bangladesh Youve Never Seen 🇧🇩Hugh Abroad2026-08-30 | Unlock your flying camera experience with HOVERAir: https://noxl.ink/_tgwa2
In this video, I explore the luxury side of Bangladesh and discover a completely different side of Dhaka that you rarely see online.
I start in Gulshan, one of the most expensive neighbourhoods in Dhaka, where I visit Fiero, a premium tailor, get measured for a suit and leave dressed for a luxury day in Bangladesh.
Next, I visit Oro for fine dining before heading to Gents Care for a full makeover including a haircut, shave, nose wax, facial and head massage.
I then check into the Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel before moving to the InterContinental Dhaka, one of my favourite luxury hotels in Bangladesh. I show you the room, breakfast, swimming pool, gym and spa facilities.
From luxury hotels and fine dining to premium tailoring and grooming, this is a side of Dhaka and Bangladesh that most tourists never see.
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In this video, I travel deep into Bandarban, one of the most restricted regions of Bangladesh.
Foreigners can’t simply travel around this area alone, so for the entire journey I had to be accompanied by both a guide and a local guide.
The day starts at a local market, where members of different indigenous communities are selling produce you rarely see elsewhere in Bangladesh, including pork, stingray, dried fish and many other foods that most Bangladeshis would never normally eat.
From there, I take a small boat up the river to a Marma village, where I explore the surroundings and get a glimpse into everyday life in this remote part of the country.
Afterwards, we stop at a local restaurant for lunch and try some traditional dishes, including bamboo chicken and dried fish, before jumping in a rickshaw and travelling to another village.
There, I spend some time learning more about village life, meeting the locals and seeing how people live in one of the least-visited parts of Bangladesh.
To finish the day, I buy some gifts for the people in the village as a small thank you for welcoming me.
In this video, I’m exploring Chattogram (Chittagong) in search of some of the city’s best local food.
I start with one of the region’s most famous dishes, Mezban, a spicy beef curry traditionally served at large gatherings and celebrations. The beef is incredibly soft and packed with flavour.
Next, I hunt down Kala Bhuna, a rich, dark beef curry famous in Chattogram, before heading into a local market to see where all this meat actually comes from. I meet the beef sellers, see how they prepare the meat and get a look at another side of the city’s food culture.
After a quick roadside coconut, I go looking for Nihari, only to find out I’m too late! Luckily, I meet a local who invites me to join him, and before I know it, the boys are bringing out dish after dish for me to try. Amazing Bangladeshi hospitality as always.
For the final stop, I visit a place famous for beef chaap and brain. Some of the softest, smoothest and most delicious meat of the entire food hunt.
In this video I travel from the busy streets of Dhaka to the peaceful countryside of Bangladesh to experience one of the world's strangest fishing traditions.
Only a handful of families still practise this incredible tradition, using trained otters to herd fish into their nets. It's a centuries-old technique that is slowly disappearing.
After a 4.5-hour bus journey from Dhaka to Narail, followed by a ride on a local electric three-wheeler, I finally meet one of the last remaining otter fishing families. They welcome me into their home before taking me out onto the river to experience this unique way of catching fish for myself.
To finish the day, we cook our fresh catch over a traditional village fire and enjoy an incredible homemade lunch in the beautiful Bangladeshi countryside.
Into The Wilds by Scott Buckley | www.scottbuckley.com.au Music promoted by chosic.com/free-music/all Creative Commons CC BY 4.0 creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0$0.40 Intense Street Shave in Bangladesh 🇧🇩Hugh Abroad2026-08-02 | Today I'm on the streets of Dhaka, Bangladesh, and this time I'm in desperate need of a shave.
After having some incredible street shaves in neighbouring countries like India and Pakistan, I wanted to see if Bangladesh could top them. Instead of heading to a salon, I found a local barber near Sadarghat Port and agreed on a price of just 40 cents for a traditional street shave.
What followed completely exceeded my expectations. Using a fresh blade and incredible skill, he gave me one of the smoothest and most relaxing shaves I've ever had. To finish it off, he treated me to an unbelievable head massage that genuinely felt world class.
If you enjoy relaxing travel videos, ASMR, or seeing authentic local experiences from around the world, this is one you won't want to miss.
In this video I leave the chaos of Dhaka behind, and take on one of Bangladesh's famous overnight ferries to Barishal to find out what a $10 cabin is really like.
The journey begins at Sadarghat Port, where I buy my ticket before returning later that evening to board the ferry. With everything from floor space to VIP cabins available, I choose the standard single cabin for what I hope will be the most authentic experience.
From the organised chaos of boarding to a full tour of the ferry, I explore every corner of the boat, including the café, kitchen, tuck shop and sleeping areas, while chatting with locals making the same journey. I then settle into my tiny (and slightly dirty!) cabin for the night before waking up in Barishal the following morning.
After arriving, I grab a traditional local breakfast before making my way to the bus station to continue the adventure across Bangladesh.
Train surfing is exactly what it sounds like, traveling on top of a moving train. It's incredibly dangerous, and I do not recommend anyone attempt it. This video is simply documenting a unique experience that exists in Bangladesh.
I start at the train station in Dhaka and show you the entire process of climbing onto the roof, which turned out to be much harder than I expected. Once aboard, I ride the train towards the airport, balancing on top of the carriage with nothing to hold onto. The ride was hot, noisy, unbelievably shaky, and over far quicker than I expected.
Getting down was one of the hardest parts. I had to jump onto a metal bar before climbing safely back to the platform, but thankfully I made it down in one piece.
Music by JonasBlakewood from Pixabay24 Hours Surviving on Bangladesh Street Food 🇧🇩Hugh Abroad2026-07-12 | In this video, I spend a full day exploring some of the best food Bangladesh's capital has to offer, from legendary breakfast dishes to iconic biryani and street food.
The day starts at Amania Hotel & Restaurant, where I arrive at 8am to try one of my favourite Bangladeshi dishes, nihari, before walking through Old Dhaka to enjoy bakarkhani with a cup of tea.
I then head to Haji Biryani, only to find it closed, so I stop at Beauty Lacchii & Faluda for a lemonade, lassi and faluda before returning later for a Haji Biryani vs Hanif Biryani comparison.
The food tour continues with roadside tea, an incredible beef chaap at Bismillah Kebab Ghar, my first time trying fuchka with some friendly locals, and finishes with a rickshaw ride across the city to Mama Haleem in Kalabagan for a bowl of what many consider Dhaka's best haleem.
Bangladesh continues to impress me with its incredible food and welcoming people.
In this video, I’m exploring the streets of Dhaka, Bangladesh as I dive deeper into one of the busiest and most chaotic cities I’ve ever visited.
Starting in the bustling Gulistan area, I hop on local transport and make my way to Sadarghat River Port, one of the busiest river ports in the world. I explore the market, meet friendly locals, and even get invited aboard several of the famous launch boats for a behind the scenes look at life on the river.
From there, I cross the Buriganga River on a small wooden boat to visit the people repairing boats by hand before joining some local lads for a game of cricket by the riverside.
Of course, no adventure is complete without a little drama. The trip back across the river doesn’t quite go to plan when I run into a dishonest boat driver.
After working up an appetite, I head into the heart of Old Dhaka to try some local food, sample a few Bangladeshi snacks, and then set out on a mission to buy my very first topi, a traditional Muslim cap, before finishing the day back where the adventure began.
If you enjoy authentic travel, local food, and exploring places that most tourists never see, make sure to subscribe for the rest of the Bangladesh series.
In this video I fly from Kathmandu, Nepal, to Dhaka, Bangladesh, and get my very first taste of one of the world's most densely populated cities. I take you through the entire arrival process from start to finish. From stepping off the plane in Dhaka, getting through the airport, withdrawing cash from an ATM, and negotiating with a taxi driver, to making it into the city and checking into my hotel.
Once I'm settled, it's time to experience Bangladesh for the first time. I head to Bailey Road to try the country's famous kacchi biryani before stopping at a local sweet shop to sample some traditional Bangladeshi sweets. I finish the day with a tour of my hotel room.
This is the first video in my Bangladesh series, with plenty more to come from Dhaka and around the country, so subscribe if you don't want to miss them.
MY OTHER SOCIALS: 📱 TIKTOK - tiktok.com/@hughabroad 📸 INSTAGRAM - instagram.com/hugh.abroad 🎥 2ND YT CHANNEL - youtube.com/@UCF9YTReKx7OGNfsxeCNNjUwThe Truth About Traveling Nepal 🇳🇵Hugh Abroad2026-06-21 | In this Q&A, I answer questions submitted by you on Instagram and share my genuine thoughts on travelling around Nepal. From my favourite experiences and biggest surprises to the challenges I faced along the way. I also reveal which video was the hardest to film and talk about what I loved most about Nepal, as well as a few things I didn't.
While answering your questions, I rent a bike and explore Pokhara one last time, including a visit to the impressive Shiva Statue overlooking the city. Along the way, I stop at different locations around Pokhara to answer your questions before finishing the day by the lakeside and enjoying some incredible Tibetan food.
Thanks for following the journey, and I hope you've enjoyed this Nepal series as much as I've enjoyed making it. See you in the next country!
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In this video, I check into one of the cheapest hotels I could find in Pokhara before moving into a luxury 5-star resort to see if spending over 30 times more money is actually worth it.
First up is the Sunset Guesthouse, a budget hotel that's surprisingly difficult to find. After eventually locating the entrance, I check in and give you a full room tour before putting it to the test. I'll be judging both hotels on five categories: check-in experience, Wi-Fi speeds, room view, bed comfort, and bathroom quality.
After spending the night at the budget hotel (and encountering a few unexpected guests), it's time for a major upgrade.
The next morning, my chauffeur takes me to Dorje's Resort & Spa, one of Pokhara's luxury resorts. I explore the property, tour the room, balcony and bathroom, check out the pool and spa facilities, enjoy meals at the resort, and experience everything the hotel has to offer before giving my final verdict.
Is a $200 hotel really worth the extra money, or can a $6 guesthouse give you everything you need?
#pokhara #nepalI Tried Nepal’s Most Extreme Flight 🇳🇵Hugh Abroad2026-06-07 | In this video I’m taking on two of Pokhara’s most thrilling adventures in a single day.
The day begins in Pokhara, where I’m picked up by the team at Pokhara Ultralight and taken to the airport for an experience I’ve been looking forward to for a long time: an ultralight flight high above the Himalayas. After a safety briefing and wrapping up in some warmer clothes, it’s time to take to the skies in a tiny open-air aircraft with nothing but me, the pilot, and some of the most spectacular scenery Nepal has to offer.
With perfect weather and crystal-clear views, we soar above Pokhara, Phewa Lake, and the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. Unfortunately, the wind had other plans for my microphone and blew it clean off during the flight, so some of the commentary didn’t survive the journey!
Next, I head to what is claimed to be the world’s steepest zipline, featuring a jaw-dropping 600-metre vertical drop. I’ll be honest, I was far more nervous for this than I expected.
To finish off the day, I slow things down with a trip onto Phewa Lake, visiting the famous island temple before enjoying a cold beer and watching the sunset over Pokhara.
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A huge thanks to everyone at www.himalayanjourney.com for coming together and helping make this opportunity possible. If you visit Pokhara, I highly recommend staying with them for a truly authentic local experience. You can visit their website above and reach out directly to arrange your stay.
In this video, I head to a rural village just outside Pokhara, Nepal, with one simple goal: buy a goat and turn it into a feast for the entire village.
The challenge begins with finding the right goat. With the help of some local villagers, I negotiate the purchase of a male goat weighing over 20kg, enough to feed around 30 people. Once the deal is done, we take the goat up to the picnic site, where the whole village gets involved in preparing the food.
Throughout the day, I get a fascinating insight into local village life and food culture. Together, we prepare traditional Nepali dishes including butwa, made from the goat's innards, and a delicious goat curry served with rice. One thing that really stood out to me was how every part of the animal is used, something that's very different from what I'm used to back home.
What follows is a fantastic day filled with great food, great people, and a unique cultural experience that I'll never forget.
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I left Kathmandu and took one of the most controversial flights in Nepal… a 25-minute journey with Yeti Airlines to Pokhara.
This exact route made international headlines after a deadly Yeti Airlines crash near Pokhara Airport in 2023, so I was honestly pretty nervous before boarding. Yeti Airlines has a rough reputation compared to other airlines in Nepal, and things didn’t exactly get off to a smooth start when we ended up stuck on the runway for over an hour.
In this video I take you through the full experience: Kathmandu Airport security, boarding the flight, the journey through the Himalayas, landing in Pokhara, my first impressions of the city, checking into my hotel, exploring Lakeside Pokhara, and trying Tibetan food for the very first time.
#Pokhara #Nepal #WisprFlowPartner$5 Brutal Shave in Nepal🇳🇵Hugh Abroad2026-05-17 | In this video, I experience my first ever shave in Nepal… and it quickly turns into one of the most painful shaves of my life.
With no electric equipment available in the village, the local uses only a blunt razor blade, soap, and a chair outside. What started as a simple shave became a brutal experience as the blade dragged through my beard over and over again.
I was in a lot of pain, very uncomfortable, but this is the reality of everyday life in the village. Despite the pain, it ended up being one of the most entertaining and memorable shaves I’ve ever had during my travels.
If you want to watch more videos from my time in the village, you can find them here:
In this video, I continue my 48 hours living with a local family in the remote mountains of Nepal 🇳🇵
After waking up at 6am, I’m immediately put to work helping clean outside the house before heading off to collect fresh drinking water from the village source. Carrying the heavy water baskets back the traditional Nepali way was much harder than I expected…
Later, I’m invited to experience a real village wedding ceremony, wear a traditional Dhaka topi, visit the local school, join the morning assembly, and continue learning what daily life is really like in rural Nepal.
We also hike to the highest viewpoint overlooking the valley before ending the night with local food, family dinner, and a huge thunderstorm in the mountains. The next morning, it’s time to say goodbye to the family and head back to Kathmandu.
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In this video, I travel outside of Kathmandu into rural Nepal to experience authentic village life and live with a local Nepali family. This is one of the most remote places I have ever visited, where there are no supermarkets, no modern conveniences, and everything is grown, raised, and built by the people who live here.
On arrival, I meet the family I will be staying with and get a first look at traditional life in a remote Nepali village. I am welcomed into their home before heading out with the son to explore the village and meet the local community.
We walk through farmland and mountain terrain, visiting neighbours, seeing how people live day to day, and learning how this remote village operates completely off the land. Along the way, I see buffalo, goats, chickens, and traditional farming methods, including people planting and harvesting crops by hand.
After a full day exploring village life, I return home for dinner, where we eat freshly prepared buffalo curry, made using ingredients sourced entirely from the village.
Music by Tunetank from Pixabay Music: chosic.com/free-music/allHunting For Nepal’s Unknown Street Food 🇳🇵Hugh Abroad2026-04-26 | In this video I go on a solo DIY food hunt through the streets of Kathmandu, exploring the Patan area around Patan Durbar Square in search of authentic Newari food you won’t find in tourist spots.
I kick things off down a small alleyway with a chatamari, a traditional Newari savoury pancake, paired with a cold lassi. From there, I head to the legendary Honacha, famous for its egg bara, a cheap, filling local favourite that absolutely lives up to the hype.
The hunt continues as I dive deeper into Newari cuisine, finding a spot packed with locals. Here I try raksi, a homemade rice liquor, paired with raw buffalo meat, a surprisingly popular combination in Nepal.
Next up is sekuwa, Nepal’s answer to barbecue, with smoky grilled meat cooked over open flames on the street.
Walking through the busy streets, I grab a plate of momo, Nepal’s most famous dish, before stumbling across a street vendor selling yomari, a sweet-filled dumpling and my first dessert of the day. I finish things off with lakhamari, a crunchy sweet biscuit, and some traditional sweet yogurt.
An absolute feast and one of the best ways to experience Kathmandu, just walking, exploring, and eating whatever you find.
#kathmandu #nepal #streetfoodA Local Took Me Jungle Cooking in Rural Nepal 🇳🇵Hugh Abroad2026-04-19 | In this video, I experience authentic jungle cooking in rural Nepal, just outside Kathmandu. I travel 45 minutes east of Kathmandu to meet a local friend before heading deep into the mountains for a traditional outdoor cooking experience with locals.
We bring everything with us, including a tent, fresh ingredients, and cooking equipment, and set up in the forest surrounded by nature. The first step is building a fire, before cooking marinated pork on a hot stone placed directly over the flames. Simple, traditional, and full of flavour.
We sit together, eat, and drink tomba, a traditional Nepali alcoholic drink made by pouring hot water over fermented grains. It is a unique cultural experience you will only find in Nepal.
Next, we prepare a local snack similar to bhel puri using beaten rice and crispy ingredients, before finishing with a spicy chicken dish cooked over the fire.
This is real village life in Nepal, cooking with locals in the mountains and experiencing traditional Nepali food in the most authentic way possible.
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In this video I explore Kathmandu for the first time.
I started in Thamel and got straight into local life, jumping on a minibus across the city to visit Swayambhunath Stupa, also known as the Monkey Temple. After climbing to the top, I got a full view over Kathmandu and a close look at the monkeys that live there.
On the way back down, I grabbed a fresh coconut from a street vendor, then stopped for breakfast to try sel roti, a sweet fried dough ring, with a cup of hot chiya.
From there, I took more local transport, this time a small electric three-wheeler, back into the city to explore Kathmandu Durbar Square, one of the most historic areas in Nepal. While walking around, I ended up donating blood.
After that, I went looking for a Dhaka topi, the traditional Nepali hat, then took a rickshaw across the city for lunch. I had dal bhat, the most popular dish in Nepal.
I finished the day walking back through the streets, trying local sweets and a lassi, and speaking to a guide about the living goddess in Durbar Square.
This was my first proper look at Kathmandu. Plenty more to come from Nepal! 🇳🇵
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After spending 3 months travelling across China, it’s time for a brand new adventure… Nepal 🇳🇵
In this video, I leave Chengdu and fly directly to Kathmandu with Sichuan Airlines. I start by reviewing the flight, testing the food and sharing my honest thoughts before landing in Nepal.
Once I arrive, I take you through the full visa-on-arrival process step by step - from filling out the forms to the cost and what to expect at immigration. If you’re planning a trip to Nepal, this will help you massively.
After collecting my bag, I sort out some Nepali rupees at the airport ATM and jump into a taxi heading into the city. I check into my hotel in the Thamel area, give you a quick room tour, and then head straight out to explore.
It was actually a holiday when I arrived, so the streets were surprisingly quiet… but I still managed to find some food. Ironically, my first meal in Nepal ended up being Chinese noodles 😅 before tracking down some momo - Nepal’s most famous local dish.
This is just the start of my Nepal series, with a lot more coming soon!
#kathmandu #nepalThe Truth About Traveling China (Q&A) 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2026-03-29 | In this Q&A, I head to the Great Wall to answer your questions about travelling in China, including my favourite food, my favourite city, whether China is as modern as people say, what surprised me the most, and if I would come back.
We start in Beijing with a traditional Chinese breakfast, fresh soy milk and youtiao from a local street spot, before heading out to one of the most unique sections of the Great Wall of China.
This is the only part of the Great Wall that’s submerged in water.
After exploring, I sit down on the Great Wall and answer your questions, sharing my honest thoughts after travelling across China.
China has been one of the most eye opening countries I’ve ever visited. Incredible food, unique culture, and experiences I won’t forget.
Thank you for all the support on this series, it genuinely means a lot.
After speaking to a local, he suggested acupuncture. Then he mentioned facial acupuncture, which is exactly what it sounds like… needles in your face.
I found a small local clinic, and for about $10 I decided to try it.
In this video I take you inside and show the full experience as it happens. No acting, just my genuine reaction as the needles go in. It was a lot more intense than I expected but also really interesting to see how it’s done and why people still do it today.
Let me know in the comments if you would try this!
Instead, I spent the day eating my way through Beijing, trying local dishes that most tourists never get to see. I started the morning at a small local spot with a traditional mung bean soup that had a very strong smell, alongside a crispy fried dough stick. Not the easiest start but a proper local breakfast.
Next up was zhajiangmian, one of Beijing’s most famous noodle dishes. You actually have to build it yourself, mixing the noodles with the sauce and fresh vegetables at the table. Simple for the chef but surprisingly good when it all comes together.
Walking through the streets, I came across a huge queue outside a tiny shop, so I joined it and picked up a fresh bun to see what the hype was about. Then I found another queue and ended up getting a matcha ice cream.
After that I went to try tanghulu, the classic candied fruit snack. I compared a cheap version with a more expensive one to see if it’s actually worth paying extra.
Of course I had to get a lamb skewer, one of the most popular street foods in Beijing.
To finish the day I went for a traditional Beijing hot pot using a copper pot. It’s much more mild compared to Sichuan hot pot and usually focuses on lamb. A perfect way to end the day.
This was a full day eating local food in Beijing and, honestly, one of the best food days I’ve had in China.
#beijing$8 Intense Ear Cleaning in China 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2026-03-19 | I stumbled across one of the most unusual experiences in China… an ear cleaning shop in the ancient water town of Zhouzhuang.
After spotting it while exploring, I checked the menu and saw a full ear clean for just 65 yuan, so I had to try it. What followed was a 30-minute deep clean using tools I’ve never seen before, including a tiny camera that let me see inside my own ear on a TV screen.
It was fascinating, slightly uncomfortable at times, and definitely a weird sensation. This isn’t my first ear cleaning either. I’ve tried them before in China and even in Delhi, but this one might be the most unique yet.
Was it worth 65 yuan? And would you ever try this yourself?
I’ve just arrived in Beijing, China, and today I’m spending my first full day exploring the city to see what it’s really like.
The day begins with one of Beijing’s most famous street breakfasts, jianbing, a crispy savoury crepe that locals eat every morning. After that, I rent one of the cheap shared bikes you see all over the city and cycle through the busy streets in search of something unusual… a donkey meat sandwich, which I’m trying for the very first time.
From there I walk towards the area around Tiananmen Square before jumping on the Beijing metro to explore the city’s historic hutongs, the narrow back alleys that show a completely different side of Beijing away from the modern skyscrapers.
As the sun begins to set, I head to a local park where I rent a pedalo boat and take in the atmosphere as the city lights start to appear. To end the day, I try the most famous dish in the capital, Peking duck, to see if it really lives up to the hype.
This is my first impression of Beijing, one of the world’s most fascinating cities.
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In this video I leave Sanya Airport in Hainan and take a flight to Beijing on what many people online call China’s worst rated airline, Air China. The reviews for this airline are surprisingly bad, so I was curious to see if it really deserved the reputation.
This is a four hour domestic flight across China and I show you the full experience along the way. I give you a tour of my seat, show the food served on board and share my honest thoughts on what the flight is actually like.
After landing in Beijing I collect my bag and take the public metro into the city to reach my hotel. I check in, give you a quick room tour and then head out to try some local food. I originally thought I was going to eat Beijing duck but I actually ended up having goose instead. While I was eating a friendly local sitting beside me shared some traditional rice wine with me which made for a great end to the evening.
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#airchinaChinas Breakfast You Cant Order in English 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2026-03-01 | In this video, I head out on a DIY Chongqing breakfast street food tour to discover what locals really eat in the morning. No guide, no translator, just solo travel in one of China’s biggest megacities.
I try everything from savory and sweet porridge to freshly made buns, soy milk, sesame rice balls stuffed with youtiao, sticky brown sugar cake, blanket noodles, and finally a crispy shaobing to finish the morning.
Chongqing is often called the most futuristic city in China, sometimes even the cyberpunk city of China, famous for its skyline, crazy infrastructure, Chongqing hotpot, and intense flavours. But today isn’t about hotpot. It’s about Chongqing street food and traditional China breakfast dishes that most tourists never see.
If you’re researching Chongqing travel, looking for a Chongqing travel guide, planning to visit Chongqing in 2026, or searching for things to do in Chongqing beyond the skyline views and hotpot restaurants, this video shows a different side of the city.
This is real street food, real China travel, and real first impressions of breakfast in one of the world’s most unique cities.
#chongqing #chinatravelThe Chinese Street Food Tourists Cant Find 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2026-02-22 | In this video, I hit the streets of Chongqing for a DIY food tour, building my own food crawl and seeing where the city takes me. I’m on a mission to uncover spots most tourists wouldn’t know about or struggle to find on their own, and I’m only eating food that’s truly from Chongqing.
I kick things off at a small local wonton shop, ordering a bowl drenched in chilli oil. The heat hits immediately, bold, numbing, and unmistakably Chongqing.
After that I grab a sour plum drink from a nearby shop to try and cool my mouth down. It doesn’t really work.
Walking through the streets I hear this loud banging and find a guy hammering blocks of knock candy on the pavement. It’s a traditional sweet here. Hard, sticky, super chewy, and honestly feels like it could break your teeth if you’re not careful.
Later I head into a shopping mall trying to track down a place that serves Chongqing spicy chicken. I think it’s closed at first, but eventually manage to order a massive plate covered in dried chillies and Sichuan peppercorns.
I try to find a river fish spot next but it was closed, so I end up at a crayfish place instead. Another Chongqing classic. By this point my mouth is completely on fire.
As the sun starts setting I just wander and pick up whatever looks good on the street. Some desserts, sweet snacks, grilled intestines, and a flatbread to finish the day.
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This is my first impressions of Chongqing, China’s most futuristic and vertical mega city.
In this travel vlog, I explore what it’s really like visiting Chongqing for the first time. I start in one of the city’s most confusing locations, where what looks like street level is actually the 22nd floor. Chongqing is built into the mountains, stacked on top of itself, and feels completely different from anywhere else in China.
I try authentic Chongqing Xiaomian, the city’s most famous local noodle dish, at a small neighbourhood restaurant. It’s known for its intense spice and bold flavours. I also test one of Chongqing’s strangest snacks, soft serve ice cream covered in chilli oil.
I take the Chongqing metro to the world famous Liziba Station, where the train passes directly through a residential building. It’s one of the most iconic sights in China and a must see when visiting Chongqing.
For the best skyline views, I head to the top of Raffles City Chongqing for panoramic views over the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers. I then cross the river using the Yangtze River Cableway, one of the most unique ways to see the city from above.
I explore hidden alleyways carved into the cliffs, try traditional Chongqing stick hotpot, and finish the night at Hongyadong, famous for its bright lights and cyberpunk style skyline.
If you’re planning to visit Chongqing, travelling in China, or just curious about this incredible city, this video gives you a full first look at the food, transport, skyline and culture.
#chongqing #chinatravelI Tried China’s Spiciest Noodles (Almost Died) 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2026-02-08 | In this video, I take on a spicy noodle challenge in Chengdu, China, starting with almost zero spice and working my way up to what’s meant to be the spiciest noodles in the entire city.
Chengdu is famous for bold flavours, chilli oil, Sichuan peppercorns and some of the spiciest food in China, so the goal here was simple. Start easy and slowly build up the heat across five different noodle spots, each one more intense than the last.
I kick things off at a very local, extremely busy noodle shop with a comforting bowl of mung bean noodles mixed with wheat noodles. It’s creamy, rich, non spicy and absolutely delicious, the perfect way to start before things get serious.
Next, I head to a street vendor for a cold sweet noodle dish topped with shredded chicken. This one introduces a little bit of heat but still stays fairly mild, giving a glimpse of how Chengdu balances sweetness and spice in street food.
The third stop is where the challenge really begins. I try sweet potato noodles with a completely different texture, slightly slimy and much thicker, served in an extremely fiery sauce that ramps things up fast.
After that, I try brain noodles for the first time ever. This dish includes pig brain, something I’d never eaten before. The texture is incredibly smooth and creamy, and combined with the spice, it makes for one of the most unusual noodle dishes I’ve had in China.
To finish the challenge, I head to a restaurant in Chengdu that’s known for serving some of the spiciest food in the city. They even have their own spicy noodle challenge. Unfortunately, I couldn’t officially take part in the challenge, but I still get taken into the kitchen, meet the chefs, and show exactly how their spiciest dishes are cooked. I end the video eating two incredibly spicy noodle dishes from this restaurant to see just how far my tolerance can go.
This video is all about Chengdu street food, local noodle spots, extreme spice levels, and trying foods you won’t normally see on a menu. If you’re curious about Sichuan cuisine, spicy noodle challenges, or what locals actually eat in Chengdu, this one’s for you.
#chengdu #chinafood #chinatravel$10 vs $125 Hot Pot in China 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2026-02-01 | In this video, I’m testing cheap versus expensive hot pot in China to find out one simple thing. Does paying more actually mean it tastes better?
I start at one of the cheapest hot pot restaurants in Chengdu, a very local spot where I’m the only customer in the entire place. I order a half-and-half pot with spicy soup and mushroom soup, along with classic ingredients like beef, tofu and potatoes, to see what China’s cheapest hot pot experience is really like.
Next, I head to Chongqing to try a stick hot pot, which is slightly different from the Chengdu style. Instead of cooking loose ingredients with chopsticks, everything comes on skewers that you dip directly into the spicy pot. The flavours here were amazing and a nice change from the Chengdu style, making this my mid-priced hot pot experience.
Finally, I return to Chengdu to try the most expensive hot pot I could find in China, costing a huge 125 dollars. This was a fully immersive experience where I dressed in traditional-style clothing, watched live performances and tried premium cuts of beef, vegetables and unique ingredients from different animals.
Two cities. Three prices. Three very different hot pot experiences.
So was the most expensive hot pot actually worth it?
#chengdu #chinafood #chinatravelI Got Scammed at a Chinese Football Match 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2026-01-25 | I paid a whopping $175 to attend my first-ever Chinese Super League match in Chengdu… and honestly, I didn’t know what to expect.
I’m a huge football fan, so when I found out a Chengdu Rongcheng game was on, I had to go. The problem was that normal tickets sold out in under one minute, so the only way I could get into the stadium was by buying a VIP ticket.
Before heading inside, I checked out the street food scene outside the stadium. I wasn’t sure if food would be included with the VIP ticket, so I grabbed some local street food and explored the vendors around the ground. I also picked up some merchandise, including a red home shirt for Chengdu Rongcheng.
Inside the stadium, I show you the view from my seats and what the VIP experience is actually like. The stadium itself was absolutely packed, the atmosphere was building nicely, and the fans were loud and passionate. That said, the VIP section was surprisingly quiet, mostly family and friends of the players, with very limited food and drink options. The food I did manage to buy inside was… pretty disappointing, and I review it honestly on camera.
Despite that, the match itself was great. The atmosphere, the fans, and the overall experience made it completely worth it. This video is a full look at what it’s really like to attend a Chinese Super League match as a foreigner.
If you’re a football fan, you’ll definitely enjoy this one.
#chengdu #chengdurongcheng #cslInsane Chinese Street Food Hunt 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2026-01-18 | In this video I hit the streets of Chengdu, China to try and find the best street food the city has to offer.
The first stop is a well-known Sichuan flatbread spot, where I watch them being made fresh before trying a spicy beef flatbread. It is flaky, full of flavour, and has that classic Sichuan numbing heat.
Next, I visit a noodle shop serving blanket noodles, made in a unique way. The workers rip the dough by hand and throw it straight into a boiling pot. I order the beef noodles, which are spicy, comforting, and excellent.
After that, I try a completely different style of noodle with a thick, rope-like texture. This dish is served cold, slightly sweet, and coated in a sesame sauce, offering a very different flavour and texture.
I then try to visit a few more local food spots, but they are closed due to bad weather. Instead, I find a place serving bobo chicken, where you choose your own skewers before they are soaked in a spicy sauce.
I finish the video at a dessert shop specialising in panda-themed desserts, which are popular in Chengdu. I try a selection of desserts to end the day.
There is plenty more content coming from Chengdu, so make sure to subscribe.
#chengdu #sichuan #chengdufoodMy First Time in Chengdu (Not What I Expected) 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2026-01-11 | This is my first day on the ground in Chengdu, China, and I wanted to experience the city the way locals do.
I start the day inside People’s Park, one of the most famous parks in the city. I visit a legendary lakeside tea house, order jasmine tea, and pay a little extra for one of Chengdu’s most entertaining traditions a tea master pouring tea behind his back in a full performance.
While drinking tea, I also get a traditional ear cleaning, which is a very Chengdu thing to do and definitely an experience I won’t forget.
Still inside the park, I wander through the marriage market, where parents advertise their children on handwritten posters in hopes of finding a match. Pink signs for women, blue signs for men it’s fascinating, slightly strange, and very uniquely Chinese.
After that, I walk through the city streets and explore two of Chengdu’s most famous alleyways, trying endless free samples along the way before heading into a Sichuan face-changing (mask-changing) opera show, one of the region’s most iconic art forms.
Food is never far away in Chengdu, so next I stop at a local noodle shop to try dan dan noodles, one of the most famous dishes in Sichuan cuisine.
To finish the day, I visit a very famous rabbit head restaurant, sit down with a lovely local woman, share some conversation, and try rabbit head for the first time one of Chengdu’s most notorious local foods.
I’ve got lots more content coming from Chengdu and across China, so make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss it. What else should I do and see in Chengdu? Let me know!
#chinatravel #chengdu$1 Train vs $400 Luxury Train 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2026-01-04 | What is train travel in China really like at the extreme ends of the spectrum?
In this video, I start my journey at a Lishui train station in China and board a $1 commuter train for an hour to see what ultra-budget travel is actually like. This is as basic as it gets. Hard seats that don’t recline, a slightly rough interior, and a proper look at the toilets and on-board canteen. No glamour, just real everyday travel that millions of people use.
After that, I switch things up completely.
I check in again and board a $400 business class high-speed train for a mammoth 1,500+ kilometre, 12-hour journey to Chengdu. And honestly… business class on Chinese high-speed rail is on another level. It’s more like flying business class than taking a train. I show you my private pod-style seat, how far it reclines, the space, the comfort, and all the amenities included.
I also take you on a full tour of the train, show you what the toilets are like, what the other classes look like, and even order fast food delivered directly to my seat mid-journey… which is absolutely wild.
After the long ride, I finally arrive in Chengdu, grab a taxi from the station, and show you my accommodation for the stay.
So is the $400 luxury train actually worth it compared to a $1 commuter train? And how good is Chinese rail travel really?
Let me know your Chengdu recommendations in the comments below 👇 Food, things to do, hidden spots... I want to hear them!
#chinatravel #traintravel$1 Street Food vs $100 Immersive Fine Dining 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2025-12-28 | In this video, I compare $1 street food with a $100 luxury seven-course fine dining experience to see if paying more really means better food, better service, and a better overall experience.
I start the video at a very local spot in Hangzhou, highly recommended by locals. Here, I try luosifen river snail noodles, often called the 'durian of noodle dishes' in China because of its strong, funky smell from fermented bamboo shoots. Sitting on tiny stools, I give my honest opinion on whether it actually smells bad and whether it is worth trying.
After that, I head to a high-end fine dining restaurant for a completely different experience. Before the meal even begins, I change into a traditional Chinese outfit, complete with a hat and full costume, and even get my makeup done. A funny but unforgettable experience.
The dining itself is fully immersive, with projections from above telling a story on your plate before each course arrives. The seven-course meal is paired with live performances, including dancing and singing between courses, making it feel more like a show than just dinner.
Every dish was incredible, the experience was unforgettable, and it was fascinating to compare a $1 local street food dish with a $100 luxury dining experience. If you are visiting China, this is something I would highly recommend trying.
#chinatravel #hangzhou #chinafoodInside a Chinese Market Tourists Never Visit 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2025-12-21 | I started this video at 7am, the earliest I’ve ever begun filming a YouTube video and for good reason. I wanted to experience a real local morning market in Hangzhou, long before tourists wake up.
This is a proper street food hunt, deep in local life. Hardly any English spoken, barely any tourists (I only saw one the entire time), and a real test of my very basic Chinese. The market was absolutely buzzing with locals going about their morning routines, buying breakfast, ingredients, and everything in between.
Food wise, this was unreal. I kicked things off with a fluffy scallion bread, then moved on to duck, crispy little croquettes, a rice drink, a sweet local dessert, and even a century egg. I wrapped things up with some seriously good pan fried dumplings, honestly some of the best food I’ve had in China so far. Everything I tried was incredibly tasty.
This video is all about seeing what life really looks like early in the morning in China. Fresh meat, fruit, vegetables, hot food stalls everywhere, and a market that felt 100 percent authentic. No performances, no tourist prices, just locals and great food.
If you enjoy raw, real travel experiences and proper local food, you’re going to love this one.
#chinatravel #hangzhou #chinafood$8 Torture Cupping in China 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2025-12-18 | In this video, I walk into a very local medicine shop in China and sign up for something I had zero research on beforehand. All I knew was that I wanted to try two traditional treatments I’d heard about before: gua sha and cupping.
I lie down on the table, not really knowing what to expect… and almost immediately regret it.
The session starts with gua sha, a traditional technique that involves scraping the skin using a flat tool. The idea is to remove dead skin, improve circulation, and release tension. In reality, it felt brutal. My back turns bright red, the marks appear instantly, and the pain is way more intense than I ever imagined.
Then comes the cupping. Fire is used inside glass cups to create suction before they’re placed directly onto my back. There’s heat, flames, pressure, and absolutely no idea how long I’m going to be lying there for. At this point, it’s genuinely one of the most painful experiences of my life, and you can see every second of it on my face.
The marks left on my back were wild. The pain was real. And the entire experience cost just $10.
Was it $10 well spent? I honestly don’t know. I’m glad I tried it, but with the pain and the scars… I’m not sure I’d ever do it again.
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#chinatravel #guasha #cuppingtherapyHas China Ruined American Fast Food? 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2025-12-14 | Has China ruined American fast food, or has it actually made it better?
In this video, I hit the streets of Hangzhou to find out what really happens when iconic American fast food chains adapt to a completely different culture. I visit McDonald’s, Starbucks, KFC, and Pizza Hut to try the weirdest, most shocking, and most unexpected items I can find on each menu and compare them to what we’re used to in the West.
I start at McDonald’s, ordering a mix of things you would never see back home. A burger, chicken, a bright green drink, and a dessert that honestly caught me off guard.
Next, I head to Starbucks to order the strangest coffee I can find and see how Chinese Starbucks compares to the global version we all know.
After that, I visit KFC, which many locals claim is the best KFC in the world. I order chicken, a chicken burger, and a few other interesting items using the app to see if the hype is real.
Finally, I end the video at Pizza Hut to try what might be the most shocking pizza I’ve ever seen. Fruit on a pizza and no, it’s not pineapple.
This video is all about seeing whether China has destroyed American fast food or completely reinvented it.
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#china #chinesefastfood$4 Painful Shave in China… It Hurt! 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2025-12-11 | Today I headed out to the small water town of Zhouzhuang, just outside Shanghai, and found a tiny old-school barber shop tucked away on one of the quiet streets. I originally walked in hoping for a relaxing head massage… but quickly realised the only option was a traditional straight-razor shave.
This was actually the first time I’ve ever been shaved by a woman on the channel, and let’s just say it was an experience I won’t forget anytime soon. She barely used any shaving cream, which made the whole thing extremely painful... probably the sorest shave I’ve ever had 😂
But that’s the beauty of travelling through China. You get to see how locals really live, the routines they follow, and the small traditions that still exist in these old towns. For 35 RMB, was it worth it?
#shave #china #asmrInside China’s Most Futuristic City 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2025-12-07 | In this video I explore the futuristic side of Shanghai, a city that feels years ahead of the rest of the world. From the moment I arrived, I was blown away by the innovation everywhere. Electric transport dominates the streets, with around sixty percent of vehicles being electric and every scooter on the road powered by battery. I picked up an electric bike from Mute Garage, who lent me one for two days, and it was the perfect way to travel around the city in complete silence.
My first stop is Freshippo, the Alibaba-owned supermarket that combines retail and tech in a way I have never seen before. I take you inside to show how customers shop, how the store operates and how you can order through the app for ultra-fast delivery straight to your home.
After that I visit a robot coffee barista in the centre of Shanghai, then stop by a futuristic cocktail bar where I pick up a mocktail before continuing my ride. I make my way to the Bund and take the sightseeing tunnel underneath it which is a very unique experience.
I finish the video in a shopping mall at a space-themed restaurant with a high-tech food delivery system. I also show how to rent a power bank, something you need in China as everything from payments to QR codes runs through your phone.
This is just a small glimpse into the future that Shanghai offers.
#shanghai #china #chinatechHunting For Shanghais Most Famous Food 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2025-12-04 | In today’s video I hit the streets of Shanghai to hunt for the city’s most famous food. I have heard so much about Shanghai’s food scene, and I wanted to see for myself what makes these dishes so iconic.
I start the day with one of the most well known classics, crab roe noodles. I found a small local spot serving silky smooth noodles with rich crab flavour, a dish that feels almost elegant to eat. From there I head to a nearby hotel restaurant to try their sticky pork. The sweetness of the pork lives up to Shanghai’s reputation for dishes that lean towards the sweet side and it was a great surprise.
Next I jump in a taxi in search of the best xiaolongbao. Xiaolongbao is one of Shanghai’s most iconic foods and I managed to find a really good spot to try them. After that I go for yet another bowl of noodles, this time featuring fresh water eel. Very different from the first noodles in the video but equally impressive.
To finish the day I stop at a very local place with a menu entirely in Chinese and order a sour plum drink. A perfect way to end a long food hunt around the city.
Let me know what I missed and tell me what else I should try in Shanghai.
#shanghai #china #chinesefoodMy First Day in Shanghai... I Didnt Expect This 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2025-11-30 | In this video I explore Shanghai for the very first time.
This is my first day on the ground in China and I wanted to make it unforgettable. I start the day at the Bund with a perfect view of the iconic Shanghai skyline. Whenever I arrive in a new city I always try to get to the highest point, so I take a boat across the river and head straight up the Shanghai Tower, the third tallest building in the world.
After taking in those insane views I make my way to Yu Yuan Gardens to explore the traditional side of Shanghai. I try some local Shanghai street food, grab a drink from a vendor and wander through the old streets to show you what daily life looks like in this area.
I jump on a bike and cycle through the city for a bit before picking up some more food. I stop by a local park, buy some fresh cherries from a vendor and take a moment to relax and reflect on an amazing first day. I also check out the outdoor gym in the park which is pretty unique.
To finish off the day I head back to the Bund to show you the skyline at night which looks completely different from the morning.
This is just the start. I have loads of content coming up from China so make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss out. See you in the next one.
#shanghai #china #chinatravelMy First Time in China… I Was Shocked 🇨🇳Hugh Abroad2025-11-23 | Grab an eSIM from eSIMio for your next trip: esim.io/influencer/HUGHABROAD Use the code HUGH5 in the app to get $5 added to your balance.
In this video I arrive in China for the very first time, landing at Shanghai Pudong Airport and showing you exactly what the China arrival process looks like in 2025. From baggage to exiting the terminal, I walk you through it step by step.
To get downtown, I jump on the Shanghai Metro, using China’s cashless systems for the first time. Watch along as I try to pay with Alipay and figure out how the apps work when you’ve just arrived in the country.
My hotel check-in wasn’t until the afternoon, so I headed straight to a viral 24-hour Chinese spa to shower after the flight, relax, and eat a ridiculous amount of good food. I give you a full tour of the facilities before grabbing a taxi to my hotel. Once I finally check in, I show you the full hotel and room tour.
China has been on my bucket list for years, so I’m excited to share my honest first-time experience in Shanghai.
I’ve got a huge China series coming, so make sure you subscribe so you don’t miss the next videos!
#shanghai #china #chinatravelIndia vs Pakistan… The Truth After Visiting Both 🇮🇳🇵🇰Hugh Abroad2025-11-22 | India vs Pakistan...
After travelling through both countries for months, I’m finally sitting down to answer the questions I get asked the most. This isn’t a competition, just my genuine experience as a traveller, covering misconceptions, food, culture, development, safety, and more.
In this video I answer:
- My biggest misconceptions were before visiting - What India and Pakistan each do better than the other - How hospitality differs between the two - My most memorable dishes in each country - Which country has the best chai (and why) - The best food city in each country - Which place has the better breakfast culture - Which country has the better desserts - How transport and getting around compare - Which country is easier for beginner travellers - Which country feels more developed - Which country feels cleaner day-to-day - What each country could improve to make tourism even better
Feel free to share your own experiences in the comments - just keep it respectful 🙏