Into IRAQ I go | Border crossing Kuwait - Iraq | Solo female motorcycle travel in Iraq

Into IRAQ I go | Border crossing Kuwait - Iraq | Solo female motorcycle travel in Iraq | S01 E01

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Жыл бұрын

My first steps on my solo motorcycle journey through Iraq - crossing the border from Kuwait to Iraq. Who knew the real struggle would come later?
How to cross this border with your own vehicle: www.lostwithpurpose.com/kuwai...
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Shukran to Husam and Captain Ahmed for picking me up at the border and making sure I reached Basra safe and sound!
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Want to travel to Iraq yourself? Don't miss my travel guides for Iraq!
Motorcycle travel guide for Iraq: www.lostwithpurpose.com/motor...
Solo female travel in Iraq: www.lostwithpurpose.com/solo-...
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City Lights by Alex-Productions
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The Dancing Monkey by Joe Alfaraby
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@ragbag46 Жыл бұрын

I remember watching Itchy videos travelling through Iraq and how excited she was about the kindness and generosity of the Iraqi people where ever she went. Very much the opposite of the bad publicity in the international press.

@zweispurmopped Жыл бұрын

Noraly was in Iran, not Iraq. 😉🙃 But it doesn't really make much of a difference, the people all are just lovely. 🤗

@ragbag46 Жыл бұрын

@@zweispurmopped yes your quite right, thanks for correction, didn’t she cross the gulf from Dubai.

@zweispurmopped Жыл бұрын

@@ragbag46 🙏👍🤗

@TC-dw6wg 9 ай бұрын

@@zweispurmoppedwhen we’re you in IRAQ and IRAN? Have spent many months in both countries.

@GhostHawk76 Жыл бұрын

8:24 I am a Dutch citizen and recently visited Basra via Kuwait (Abdali- Safwan) during the month of Ramadan and left Basra 4 days ago. In fact, I found ease and a great welcome at the Iraqi border more than the Kuwaiti one. Their dealings were very friendly and I didn't face any difficulty. I got the visa in less than 10 minutes and it cost me $75 . I visited many places in Basra and enjoyed my trip and the delicious Iraqi food. I will definitely visit Iraq again soon.

@kkadhum5851 Жыл бұрын

These traditional remained in my country since 7000 years ago

@arkanalhabow2001 Жыл бұрын

you welcome at any time 😄😄💐💐

@defaultprofile Жыл бұрын

alhamdullah to see my country being liked by people outside :) I lived in iraq until 2019 were I moved to Australia where my dad lives.

@yousefalmutairi3478 Жыл бұрын

Usually, whoever visits Kuwait from the northern border with Iraq is not welcome to most Kuwaitis views because of the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait and the terrorist organizations in Iraq.

@johanvermeulen756 Жыл бұрын

Such nice people

@hobalwatan1816 Жыл бұрын

Welcome to Iraq 🙂, the fact is Iraq has more than 360 varieties or types of dates🌴; many of these varieties are pure lines from Mesopotamian times. 🌴

@MusicalMemeology Жыл бұрын

Wow do they all have a unique taste?

@en_lil5 Жыл бұрын

@@MusicalMemeology Yes, of course, each type has a different taste. When you visit Iraq one day, you will be sure of that.

@sortof3337 Жыл бұрын

woah there are varieties of dates? damn. dates don't grow in my country. they come in packets here.

@en_lil5 Жыл бұрын

@@sortof3337 Always the importer does not have a taste. real If you try it while it is in the palm it will have a special taste And the best thing is when the palm tree climbs and eats. Who is it. on top of it hahaha

@user-po4zz6hl8u Жыл бұрын

Being an Iraqi in the land of Mesopotamia, the Tigris and the Euphrates, I say to you and your dear friends, Welcome, my dear, in your country. Iraq is a country with the oldest civilization in history.

@bekhal8079 Жыл бұрын

خايب انت شخابصنا ما تكلي

@zulkiflirazak6206 Жыл бұрын

thank you brother

@user-po4zz6hl8u Жыл бұрын

@@bekhal8079 أهلا وسهلا عزيزي الكريم

@user-qj4kl3wc5v 4 ай бұрын

the land belongs to the assyrians then u Arabs took it

@Abbas_IRAQI_ Жыл бұрын

Welcome to iraq

@DikiNianto Жыл бұрын

I am muslim from Indonesia. A lot of western media told badness of muslim countries. But there are so many KZfaqrs, Travellers, Explorers who gave evident if that muslim countries are so friendly. Thanks for beautiful video. Barakallahufeekum...

@James-tk9to 11 ай бұрын

This is true

@ZombiePotatoSalad 5 ай бұрын

The bad spreads faster than the good. But I think the truth will always prevail, when witnessed with one's own eyes, rather than letting others tell us what to think.

@Darkmatter321 10 ай бұрын

I have had Iraqi friends both in the US and the UAE. They are amazing people, very kind. They also have amazing artists. Love and respect to ask Iraqi people from Iran

@adv67 Жыл бұрын

Hello from Canada 🇨🇦 it's nice to see an other side of Iraq besides the one the media are telling us. Friendly and Inviting.

@Mustafa_A_Abbas Жыл бұрын

You're such a brave woman! It's lovely to see that you have visited my city. I'm sorry for all the trouble along the way. I see that you haven't met anyone who could communicate well with you. I know that it was hard for you to be in Iraq because of the language barrier, amongst other things. Otherwise, Iraqis are Very Hospitable and kind . They also welcome everyone. I hope that you enjoyed your journey. God speed!

@MusicalMemeology Жыл бұрын

Well to be fair she should try and learn more Arabic too.

@Mustafa_A_Abbas Жыл бұрын

@@MusicalMemeology I totally agree with you bro.

@cahyospn723 Жыл бұрын

Agreed, I'm sure the Iraqi people are very friendly and full of service support.

@aymanali8418 Жыл бұрын

Amazing video.. you welcome in iraq 🇮🇶 😊

@joe90h34 Жыл бұрын

Being English and seeing how nice and friendly people in Iraq and Afghanistan are makes me so ashamed what our governments did. We as people all have so much in common yet the governments of the world want to tell us otherwise and send people to kill each other. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 🇮🇶.

@lastbrave1983 Жыл бұрын

You are a good man.

@armymxere5 Жыл бұрын

idk they sure blew my leg off

@derricksinfield6477 Жыл бұрын

Well said mate , the governments are the legal criminals of this world 🤬 they get away with murder , very sad

@checkyourself164 Жыл бұрын

@@armymxere5 Because you were illegally invading their country and your people were doing unthinkable horrors to their brethren. What do you expect? Hope you learned.

@dg8676 Жыл бұрын

Exactly. The fact we continue to send young men and women to die is saddening.

@jewelrybag4557 Жыл бұрын

Much love to the hospitable and warm Iraqi people from your neighbours and friends in Kuwait :) حبايبنا والله

@JX_X7 Жыл бұрын

حبايبنا والله

@viralfunny2094 Жыл бұрын

هذه البنت يهودية ... معها جواز سفر بريطاني ... انا شفتها من فيديوهات ثانية لما ذكرت أنها يهودية ... لازم تبلغوا عنها

@AriesArriesgado Жыл бұрын

You erased the dark image of Iraq that the media is showing. It looks really nice. The people are hospitable. I am loving it.

@tubepeeper Жыл бұрын

The people were very well-off before the univited guests gate crashed into Iraq. .

@derek96720 10 ай бұрын

@@tubepeeper yes I'm sure the people whose families were killed under the Hussein regime would agree with you.

@annekhaya156 Жыл бұрын

I traveld from Basra all the way to the Erbil and had a great time best people great food and cheap, going back this may .

@cvco3 Жыл бұрын

Welcome to Iraq 🇮🇶 ❤

@D_arweesh Жыл бұрын

As a Kuwaiti that was fun am thinking to do the same trip with my bike someday soon.

@RyH-yx4ys Жыл бұрын

Our roads are pretty rough and are in bad condition so drive safe and have a nice trip!

@syednauman1365 Жыл бұрын

Seeing people like you and Abrar makes me want to have an overland experience too. keep it up, and ride safe:)

@SanaullahMarwat Жыл бұрын

Amazing video alex. Keep it coming

@jasonlee3714 Жыл бұрын

I’ve just found your channel and I’m already enjoying the interaction between the people and yourself. I hope this tend continues as I catch up on previous episodes and follow your travels into the future. Thank you and good luck, stay safe.

@jakemcnally4868 Жыл бұрын

Geat documentation of travels and a glimpse into everyday Iraqi life. Safe travels!

@Thudclang Жыл бұрын

I was hooked on your blog immediately. Love your painted DR. (I also ride a DR) I like your format, your stills as if shooting an SLR, love your quick little footnote pings of people you meet, and your easy commentary. No jiggly camera, easy music clips, VERY Refreshing format! Ride safe lady. I hope you have a great journey. I’m green with envy:)

@awaken2peace Жыл бұрын

Alex you are amazing! Thank you for filming this and enlightening me to the reality of Iraq. I feel I should be motivated to take on anything after watching that ❤

@cookingwithengineerscouple Жыл бұрын

It's such an amazing vlog.. Great work. Keep it up.

@Alanoffer Жыл бұрын

Many years ago in the 80 s my wife parents travelled all over the Middle East in a VW camper they went to Iraq and had problems with a credit card or some such problem I can’t remember now , but they were stranded for a week unable to continue way out in Iraq ,,when the people in the nearest village found out they were having difficulties , they wouldn’t hear about them staying out in the heat , they were welcomed into a house of a family and treated like long lost friends , when my father in law was very old he always talked about the people and how welcoming and open they were , and was very upset when the war started ,,,

@Nick_R_ Жыл бұрын

Brave, certainly not stupid. What a fabulous video you made too. Arabic hospitality is real. It can be a bit overwhelming and it's time consuming, but it also it's life affirming and provides great memories.

@joonoski5208 Жыл бұрын

I love your video so much, so inspirational

@etiennecfourie777 Жыл бұрын

Most definitely enjoying your finely crafted videos, Alex!

@doraemon-ml7og Жыл бұрын

I am amazed that you can realize your dream of being able to visit various places, enjoy the joys and sorrows of the trip. i hope you are always healthy and given safety during the trip.

@zombie8654 Жыл бұрын

great job girl! keep going and Enjoy!

@bosconiantrade6181 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful road trips. I subscribed to your channel. Thank you for sharing your videos.

@davidwilliams579 Жыл бұрын

I just opened up your channel. I am excited to watch the journey of another adventures lady get out and have a go . Good luck with it .

@noelbowerman1562 Жыл бұрын

I've only just found your page ,I really enjoyed it ,I'll check out your back catalogue.

@bhaz1987 Жыл бұрын

Well done without fake drama Real stuff I love your confidence and look forward to more

@deardaughter Жыл бұрын

That was awesome. Thanks for sharing!

@kellystatley7266 Жыл бұрын

I just watched the first video of yours..your courage and desires to see and meet the people of the world is totally positive and highly motivating...much admiration and respect for you as you understand the common sense of reality... I will be waiting for your next video

@krackpiece Жыл бұрын

Finally back to vlogging after a long time 👍

@diaspo Жыл бұрын

gawd looked exhausting! Excited for the next chapter

@robertneithart3453 Жыл бұрын

Subscribed. Super engaging and interesting. Look forward to the rest of your journey. 👍

@estebanur1 Жыл бұрын

Soo niceee!!! brings me memories about my own trip!! customs are so scaryy!! thank you and blessings!!!

@johnadriani7467 11 ай бұрын

Mega cool your Ride and documentation video!! Very taff Girl Yalla yalla

@user-gy2kx9mq8p Жыл бұрын

Welcome to Iraq, there are beautiful places. Iraq is characterized by various conflicts, mountains, plateaus, plains and valleys, desert areas, roads and go. I wish you to spend fun times.

@Bookishtraveller 11 ай бұрын

👏🏻👏🏻 saw your travel log for the first time. Great 👍🙋🏻‍♀️ 🤗

@NurseyPooh Жыл бұрын

Just found this video on my feed. 1st one! I watch Itchy Boots Noraly. Read some of your blog! Brave and adventurous women. I had wanted to ride my motorcycle across just the US camping when I was 16…. Never did. Life and 3 kids got in the way. Now I’m 63 and I’m living vicariously thru Noraly and now you! I’m half Filipino! Mabuhay!

@RaminShamoon Жыл бұрын

such a beautiful smile. safe travels 😊

@michaelcarr3037 Жыл бұрын

Seems like really friendly people

@bassamtravel Жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing video 👏 watched like and subscribed

@yemkongchuba5866 Жыл бұрын

so hospitality that middleeast biker ,indeed so simple and humbleness

@stokeandspoke1177 11 ай бұрын

Awesome!! Totally motivating! You and itchy boots are crazy, crazy awesome!

@Gulfstream650SP Жыл бұрын

Good luck and wish you safe travels. We will definitely be for Halloween your posts. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🇺🇸

@ragbag46 Жыл бұрын

The first time I visited Basra was on a ship when I was in the Merchant Navy, some 50 years ago, I think it has changed a lot since then.

@Avensur Жыл бұрын

It's a great adventure we all want, WHAT'S THE PLAN, NO PLAN! Take care enjoy the ride. Greetings from Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

@Ramenscooter Жыл бұрын

Love your bike! So happy.

@j.b.8767 11 ай бұрын

I love this! This is my first time visiting your channel, and I think it is sooooo cool to see a Lady on a bike! When I am tooling around on my BMW R1150RS, and I see a Lady on her bike, I always make sure I compliment her, and tell her how awesome it is to see a lady on a bike! One thing I've learned as I've traveled the world is this: everywhere, people are just people, and if you are good to them, and treat them with love, you'll receive the same in return, almost always, except for the odd day you might encounter someone having, but that ain't about me, and I don't pretend it is by taking anything personal....so, things usually work out beautifully. Truly. Bless you on your journey, dear Lady! God bless!! Much love from Oregon. : )

@nicolinestorey12 Жыл бұрын

My husband and I just found you on FB. We watched this episode and of course were super curious about who you are and where you are from. You seem super cool, super chill, beautiful and all together a cool human being. We will definitely be watching you from now on

@rodmitchell8064 Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel,your great video ,wish I could be traveling there👍🙂

@alimohtashimkhan2711 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful video.

@koknockoutgaming3180 3 ай бұрын

Welcome to Iraq and hope you enjoy your trip as well.

@michaelbyrnes4936 11 ай бұрын

Love your content, especially on the bike. New subscriber

@TexasTacoKiller Жыл бұрын

Pretty bad ass... ran across this post and enjoyed it. Looks like you got yourself a full blown adventure going on. Looking forward to viewing your previous and future posts. Enjoy the now, don't sweat the problems, they become part of the whole story. 👍🏻 ps, you need to learn to pour that tea from up on high hahaha

@ericleen7941 Жыл бұрын

Very nice to watch your video I just stumbled on ... curious about your trips and clips now! As a fellow biker I never left Europe and envy you (not always ))) ) Greetings from Holland

@soggybawsmoto 11 ай бұрын

Wow, just found your channel, looking forward to having a scout through your content.

@deedeldeedle 11 ай бұрын

Awesome ride and congrats in riding through these countries.

@Shaymangoh86 10 ай бұрын

Woa this is amazing so, they are hospitable too. How nice this people are, now I know thanks for sharing.

@joudehjoudeh8039 Жыл бұрын

I'm sure you don't remember me Alex, but we met in Kuwait while you were checking up on your bike. I didn't know you had a KZfaq channel, but glad you made it there safely! Hit me up when you plan your next trip to Kuwait :). Safe riding!

@user-ne8bj1xe7x Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Arab world, Iraq and Kuwait from Egypt. I greet you. I lived in Kuwait for a long time. I hope to visit Iraq one day. Long live the Arab nation and all mankind. Happy journey.

@ataturkkamalpasha4306 Жыл бұрын

very much pleased with Your ride, I want to follow the episodes of You

@CLAYTONCHAN1 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing your great video. It really helps open our eyes in the West. So awesome what you are doing. I have subscribed and will be follow your travels - Las Vegas, Nevada, USA

@GernotCycling Жыл бұрын

Amazing video!

@humanconnectionflores 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your Adventure,make sure you rest up.I know what's it long riding long distance.stay well.

@PhotoStoryChannel Жыл бұрын

Sometimes news make everything seems bad and worst.....beautiful sharing I hope all place in this world full of love ...

@melvintabao8368 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video.

@AirborneAnt 10 ай бұрын

I was in Baghdad from 07’-08’ and the amount of death and horror there was insane…..this video is so nice to see and Iraq looks like a regular country living it’s life…bravo on the video!!!!!

@stevedrane2364 Жыл бұрын

I have just found your brilliant video, thank you. It was a fascinating to watch, I look forward to watching more of your adventures. . 👍 The world wide family of motorcyclists. . . 👍👍

@anthonyheneghan3137 Жыл бұрын

I wish you the best on your journey

@2arte Жыл бұрын

Iraqi hospitality is legendary among bikers 🔝

@Limhuangdi.3436 8 ай бұрын

RS always!!! Godspeed ❤❤❤

@aimtb Жыл бұрын

I like truck art on your bike - I know you'll have a good journey - Nafaj and Karballa are spirtually awesome cities you must visit

@Kashif.Pakistani.1 Жыл бұрын

Nice to meet you 😊

@johnathandaviddunster38 9 ай бұрын

Women like you are doing a great service in many ways for the human race ..

@ryanwais 3 ай бұрын

In minute: 12:45 the gentleman asked the owner of the tent to hospital you in their camp to treat you as their daughter and he said "we want the world to see the real Iraq, not what the media presents. We want every tourist to come to Iraq and see the good side that the media doesn't show. Such a gentleman, I'm proud of him.

@ChabacheTechTalk Жыл бұрын

@7:25 not sure if anywhere in this globe you can get such a heartwarming welcome from the first guard you encounter entering a new country. "Hayak! Your Passport Habibi" WOW! so much respect to that guy Hayak = Salutations from the God. Habibi = Love

@BROdingView Жыл бұрын

What a great adventure🥳🥳

@abdulazizzebari2974 Жыл бұрын

Way to go sister....hope you enjoy your ride....😊

@johntana1093 Жыл бұрын

I was surprised upon watching your channel that travelling from Kuwait to Iraq by land is safe now from any IED . I was before in Baghdad working for the construction of US embassy in 2006.

@sparkthego 11 ай бұрын

Iraq is amazing, I went there at a young age to see extended family in '89. I'm learning (from recent migrant here in Australia) there there is a large biker uptake in Iraq.

@ArabDesertEagle Жыл бұрын

i can translate what they say in the tnet They warmly welcomed you then haasan thank them the shayik was so glad to stop you to have you in the tent to show you the Generosity and hospitality of the iraqi people...... WELCOME TO IRAQ ALEX WISH YOU A GOOD STAY

@TheNtrLight 6 ай бұрын

تحيه عزيزه من بلادالقبط الى بلاد الرافدين اللي مشرفنا بحسن استقبالهم وضيافتهم للغريب، وده شيء مش غريب على اهل العراق 🇪🇬 🇮🇶

@arrahman6876 9 ай бұрын

beautiful Landscape .MaaShaaAllah

@zahidgul6337 5 ай бұрын

like your confidence and communication skill

@ax___gx Жыл бұрын

you are welcome ❤

@amrw401 Жыл бұрын

ادري جماعتنة العراقيين شبيكم غمان غيير تخلون ع الحدود ناس تعرف تحجي انكليزي وعندها معلومات على اوربا

@charito_ur 11 ай бұрын

+1 sub here. nice that you able to tour the middle east countries Looking forward for more vids. keep safe

@user-or5uk3sf8v Жыл бұрын

اهلا بكم في العراق

@hamoudalnamasi Жыл бұрын

Good luck 👍🏻 safe driving

@russelljbriscoe Жыл бұрын

Brilliant , how come I have only just seen your Chanel . Take care 😁

@britishcomedybroncorothschild Жыл бұрын

Ohh. I like your style. Cool breeze. God Bless you forever!!! Nice paint lady…

@cahyospn723 Жыл бұрын

Indonesia: It's amazing that Iraqis are trying their best for their hospitality. Hopefully Iraq will be more victorious again. You are very brave. I am also following the journey of Mario Iroth (Indonesian Bikers). I hope, one day you plan to go to Indonesia.