THANKS FOR WATCHING!! 🙏 In all the talking I did in this video, I forgot to mention where we're planning to go next for "TRAVEL DEEPER RUSSIA" 2.0... 🇷🇺 Kamchatka and Yamal Peninsulas are very high on my list, as is Southern Russia! 🐻 Where else do I need to visit in Russia? If you liked the video (and series), come say hi on Instagram - instagram.com/tourist2townie/ 😃

I visited Russia multiple times and I traveled across Siberia all the way to Lake Baikal and I confirm that Russia is a very safe place to travel. I never felt uncomfortable there despite the language barrier as I don't speak Russian. The possibility to be scammed there is quite low comparing to other countries I visited. About the cost, I must admit that Russia isn't cheap but it's also not expensive at all and you can always find affordable and high quality places to eat, drink, and shop at. About Russian people, they are cool but don't expect them to give you that big fake smile right away; they will start to be more open and warm towards you when they get to know you and when they realize that you are an interesting person. They are deep and sophisticated people, not shallow and not silly! About being racist or not, I'm a Canadian citizen with a Middle Eastern background and I actually never felt any kind of discrimination or racism there against me or even against any other people. They're probably not used to seeing some people of colour but that doesn't mean they are racists. I think Russians in general might be a bit cautious to deal with foreigners in the beginning but again, once they get to know that person, they become curious and they start to ask so many interesting questions. They are great people but they are a bit different and that's what makes them unique:-)

Гаррет привет! Очень приятно было общаться с Вами.Также спасибо за красивый фильм по Байкалу. Капитан катера Вольный Николай.

First person who opened to the world that we don’t say “na zdorovie”😂😂😂

I don't know how Russians feel watching this but I'm an English full-on Russophile and this made me so happy. I followed all your superb videos on this trip Gareth and the key to your success was actually your attitude. You went with an open mind and an open heart. If you do that Russia will fill both with wonderful things. And you were right about making friends for life. A Russian friend is a friend for life. Once they let you into their hearts you're a part of it for ever. You're hooked now, buddy.

"Что люди не являются продолжением политики или стереотипов, которые окружают нацию" 👏👏👏

То чувство, когда ты русский из теплички, который не ездил на другой конец страны, и подчёрпываешь полезную информацию о стоимости поездки у иностранца =D

About safety.. I met a French girl in Moscow that travelled solo from Vladivostok to St. Petersburg. Apart from some bureaucracy, she had zero problems, too. :) And she didn't even speak Russian.

Спасибо тебе мужик, за то, что ты говоришь о России то, чем она на самом деле является, спасибо ещё раз. Ждём тебя в Крыму

Гаррет, приезжай ко мне в гости! А вообще, ты молодец, что приехал. Приезжай ещё! Мы всегда рады хорошим людям!

Thank you so much for the video about Russia. It is very interesting. Intuitively, I take the Russian mentality very closely. And I think their principles of life and tradition also fully reflect my personal vision. No, I’m not stuck in the past, I’m an engineer and a supporter of progress, but the Russian way of life, mentality, traditional family are definitely my priorities. God bless mother Russia. Thanks again for the video about Russia.

Очень интересно было наблюдать за вашим путешествием. Спасибо за добрые слова о нашей стране!!! Буду продолжать смотреть ваши видео)))

CNN i tym podobne telewizję na pewno Cię nie polubią za Twoje wypowiedzi na temat Rosji. Ale zjednujesz sobie szacunek ludzi na całym świecie za prawdę i nie uleganie rusofobii. Jesteś wielki, Gareth!

Я как гражданин России ни разу не был в тех местах где был Gareth . С удовольствием смотрел его видео и радовался тому какая красивая и большая моя страна. Thenk you so much for your job bro!!!!

Вы хороший человек, с открытым сердцем .

Гаррет, спасибо за отчет о поездке. Всё по честному. Ждём снова. Наша страна большая и интересных мест для познания очень много.

Another great video Gareth. You did my dream vacation, a trip across Russia on the Trans-Siberian Railway. I have been to Saint Petersburg around six or seven times, usually for a week to ten days. But my dream is to do the Trans-Siberian trip. And even though Saint Petersburg is the only city in Russia I have been to, I agree with everything you said about safety. I have traveled solo all over the world and all over the US. Russia is definitely one of the safest places I have ever been. I hate comparing, but I'd have to say it is even safer than the US. As long as a person uses common sense, safety should not be a concern. The last thing I'd like to say (and I bring this up because you mention it in the video) is that as a person of color, I have never felt discriminated or had ANY type of racist incident while in Russia. In many ways I felt freer there than I do in the US. I can give you examples of why I say this. But you probably don't want to be bored with my travel stories. Suffice to say as a Latin, born and raised in Southern California, racism was never an issue for me while in Russia. Oh, and one more thing (promise this is the last thing). I couldn't agree with you more about trying to learn a few words or phrases before going to Russia. It comes in very handy. I actually learned watching a KZfaq channel by Fedor Shirin called "Be Fluent in Russian". I didn't know much on my first trip. But what I did know was useful. And with each visit to Russia after that, I was able to build on my vocabulary. So I would encourage anyone thinking about visiting Russia to try learning a few words or phrases.

This is probably the best intro about my motherland I have ever seen. Red Machine got a human face. Thank you for that and for transmitting such an image of Russia! The world is so much better place than mass media draw it

You really need to see the south of Russia, like Samara, Rostov, Krasnodar and Sochi!

This guy is the most charming and positive travel guide. No wonder he had a great time in Russia.

So many good words about Russia :) I didn't hear such compliments even from russian people. Now I would like to visit US and say that you cool guy!) with love from Russia.

You can pay with you smartphone everywhere in a cities, if it supports remote payments. Even a kids in small towns of russia already use that opportunity

i've been to russia 2x and truely an amzing country, thanks for a very informative siberian tour

"Умом Россию не понять, Аршином общим не измерить. У ней особенная стать. В Россию можно только верить!". Ф. Тютчев.

OMG, at least someone has said, that russians dont say "NA ZDOROVIE" before drinking vodka or smth. I hate this stupid stereotype. We drink for something, "For friendship!", for example.

One of, if not the best series I've ever seen on KZfaq, I am so unbelieveably happy that this travel series exists, it means alot to me when someone portrays my home country in the honest and well deserved way

Thanks for the warm feedback about our country. In fact, we are much kinder and friendlier than your Western media show.

Спасибо вам, за правду о России. Её сегодня так не хватает в мире. Thank you for the truth about Russia. It is so lacking in the world today.

Спасибо, Гаррет за честное и искреннее повествование о настоящей России, а ведь ты не узнал даже 1 % о нашей стране...

Я очень рада что Вам понравилось!! Приезжайте ещё,приглашайте с собой друзей,ждём!❤️

Hey, Gareth, thank you for kind words about Russia and about your speech about stereotypes from movies... Thats totally the truth! Glad you been here! Thanks man, and I love your videos. Greetings from Russia)

Thank you so much for this video! As a Russian citizen, I greatly appreciated it! You have missed one other pretty big city - Ufa, the capital of Bashkiriya or republic of Bashkortostan! I don't know why, but people know Kazan, and never Ufa, which is quite frustrating for me as I am from there. Our Bashkir honey is very high quality, food is really good (similar to tatar), in our republic the landscapes are gorgeous! The must see mountains - Sheekhans! And famous Kapova Cave - one of the few caves in the world with primitive arts on its rocks inside! You must check it out whenever you get a chance to be back to Russia again. AND THANK GOD! Na zdorovie stereotype is cleared up! It pissed me off so much always hearing this stupid mistake in ALL Hollywood movies and from American people here, in the US along with vodka and Putin. Russia is far beyond that and what they say in BBC and whatever news. There is so much to see and experience in my country!

Отличное масштабное видео о России! Спасибо за теплые слова о Казани! Зур Рәхмәт, рәхим итегез!

In fact, Moscow is way safer then Los-Angeles.

If you need best hike you must see Kawkaz, Ural, Karelia. If you want safety and buty trip you need Saint-petersburg. If you want best advanture you need someone as Yarik.

Гарет, ты крутой мужик. В России тебе всегда будут рады.

Really enjoyed your Russia series. I have been fascinated with the country from a child and watch many videos on it. I am happy that you will be returning there and visiting other parts of the country. Can't wait.

Welcome to Russia, good people!

С удовольствием посмотрел все серии путешествия по России! Спасибо:) Привет из Казани

"Мне просто снесло голову"... более неожиданного и приятного признания сложно найти! "I just got my head blown off.".. a more unexpected and more pleasant confession is hard to find. Thank you very much for this window to my country

Gareth, you made a great contribution to the youtube travelling videos! Quality, emotions, people, information- everything is 10/10. I think your channel will be watchable also in 25th century! Big Respect to you!

I traveled to Russia from St Petersburg through Novgorod to Moscow in August. I loved it and I felt safe.

thx for the tips specifically for solo female travellers!! 🙏 feeling and being safe is obviously a big concern for us, knowing this I will probably explore the city with a translator when I go

Жалко ты не побывал на Горном- Алтае, там очень красиво .

wrt the color/race diversity and potential problems: most of Russians outside 3-4 big cities haven't seen black people at all, so some of them could be visibly surprised. What could be confusing is that the 'N' word in Russia doesn't have the same negative meaning like in the US, the school books contain the russian term "neger" describing the black race and many people operate with this word without any intention to abuse.

Wow, an accurate and considered review on your trip to Russia. I'm impressed, you just earned a metric ton of my respect.

Thank you for this. I’m dying to visit St. Petersburg and my family keeps telling me that it’s dangerous for Americans. Now, I’m definitely going!

Спасибо Старина! Все Хорошо Описал и Без Преукрас!Молодец! Реально такое редко встретишь!Еще раз Молодец!

Thanks we Brasilian do not need visa to Russia and countries that belong to Russia federation and Europe as well. Since I have two passport one Brasilian and another German I can travel almost all around the world without pre visa. Luck on me. Dangerous time in Russian was from 1990 till 2004 look like USA end of 80. Today is the most safe place in the earth and you can go any place without fear of being surprised. I love Russia and Russian people since 1978

I love Russia, I have many good friends there so I’ve often gone through the visa request many times. I’ve always done it myself, it’s not hard. Having said that, it would improve tourism so much if the visa system was abolished. Especially having the register your visa locally irritating. I’ve certainly always felt safe in Russia, I’ve been to Paris with Russian friends and both myself and they felt less safe there than anywhere in Russia.

Can't wait for season 2👍👍 Очень понравилось)

Gareth, sorry for bother, but you must emphasize "svoYA tropA" (it`s "my own way" in russian, by the way) Wish you good luck and strong health! _________ Да, кстати, Ярослав, если ты это читаешь, то спасибо тебе за всё. Я не могу передать словами, как много это значит для меня, но ты настоящий герой. Ты наводишь мосты с людьми, которые нас не понимают, и делаешь их чуть лучше. Удачи и процветания!

Gareth, you open eyes to travelling around Russia not only for foreign tourists but also for native citizens. Can't wait for season 2! Thank you!

Thank you! We are glad that you enjoyed your trip to Russia! Welcome, we are always happy to welcome guests!

Thank you for the great video! I would also like to add that getting a sim card in Russia is very cheap, it's very convenient to use it (to make calls & surf the net) during your trip across Russia.

Спасибо, брат, за объективную и честную работу!) Всегда ждем тебя вновь в России!)

Thanks man for your warm words. I watched all your videos and showed them to my mom. She doesn't`t speak any English but she liked to watch your emotions. Wish you all the best and more unforgettable adventures!

I can’t express how much I appreciate you doing this and having no bias towards us, it means the world to have someone represent us I’m a new, true light, thank you

Thank you so so much for your Russian series!!! I watched them all in one breath! So unique, so incredible. So Russian! 😁 But even for me as Russian (but from Latvia) so much was new and interesting to see! Thank you again! Now wanna see all the rest series you have 😁

Все по делу, честно и открыто о нашей стране! Уважуха за такой подход!

красавец. спасибо за весь цикл.

Привет, спасибо за твоё мнение, приезжай ещё.

Спасибо за путешествие по России, было интересно. Хотя почти где вы были я то же был. Сейчас живу в Питере, но мальчишкой жил во Владивостоке. Ещё раз спасибо.

I'll be waiting for Russia season 2 Russia is a country i want to see and love after my own country.

This is the best travel guide on TSR travels that I have seen so far! Amazing job!!!

вспомнил, как в "лихие 90е", двое приятелей австралийцев, путешествовали на странных велосипедах по России, вот это был действительно хардкор, и ведь все у них удалось интересно, где сейчас эти ребята, ведь прошло больше двадцати лет

thanks Gareth for taking us in this amazing journey in my country. It always really nice to see your mother land in perspective of foreigners. I am myself an international student in Canada who haven't traveled in my own country. I know, shame on me. But I promise you, I totally will take my dad for a ride across our big land. You guys inspired me to take this journey. I can see that you had fun and enjoyed your time in Russia

You cool 👍. From Russia with love. Come back, we will be glad to see you again. 👍

Fantastic video, Gareth! Super informative and very helpful. Thanks for taking the time to share all of this information with us! Looking forward to another season of Travel Deeper: Russia and I can't wait to see where you're headed next!

Dear Gareth! Thank you very, very much for your beautiful videos! I think, many russians now say you are their FRIEND! Be the freind of our country forever! Уфф, столько лет учу английский,а всё хуже его знаю...

thanks for the video. It's a great opportunity to know what foreigners think of our country.

Thank you for this video, from Russia with love ✈️

Nice guide! Thanks for balanced point of view, we wait to see you travel in Republic of Altai and Republic of Sakha(Yakutia) - south and north of Siberia! Welcome!

There is no racism as such in Russia. It doesn't matter what color your skin is. We are all human. The most important thing for a Russian person is how you treat him. If you show respect, then you will get respect in return. Many Russian people are mirrored in relation to others. There is a saying-Who to us with a sword will come, that from a sword and will perish. All good)

Sir Gareth, thank you so much that you promote our country Philippines the most friendly nations of the world. You are always welcome in our country. We love you Sir. God bless u all.

Best travel blog about Russia I've seen! Thanks for visiting, definitely come back for more)

Can't wait. Awesome

ну наконец-то про "на здоровье" сказал хоть один.... запарили этим стереотипом :)))

Спасибо тебе за честность и открытость! Удачи тебе Гаррет!

Thank you, your whole video presentation makes my heart smile.

Спасибо за субтитры Thanks for Russian translation

Thank you, it was awesome! I hope Crimea is the next!

Thanks 🤗 and welcome to Russia again!

Гаррет, Вы - супер! Столько в Вас обаяния, доброжелательности, искренности - даже немножко жаль, что так быстро закончилось Ваше путешествие по России. Приезжайте ещё! Мы Вас искренно полюбили! И Ваши друзья тоже очень и очень симпатичные ребята! И фильм получился выше всяческих похвал! Спасибо!

Спасибо тебе большое за твоё путешествие и видеоотчет о России Матушки!!!! А, главное ты показал многим кто тебя смотрит из Европы, что Россия и Русские не такие уж и страшные ( у нас тут не стреляют из АК-47 и водку каждый из горла не пьёт ;) )

You say POGNALI, great, i like it!!

Отличная серия видео о России! Спасибо, Гарет.

When you did greet us with 'Привет' i felt a bit nostalgic about all the videos with trip across Russia. It's great that stereotypes were just stereotypes and you realized everything (people, habits, culture, behaviour, etc.) differs from what the media draws to foreigners. Yes, we are not friendly right off the bat, we just start to be open with foreigners/other people once we get to know them better. Thanks for another video! Навряд ли ты окажешься в нашей области в следующий визит, тем не менее жду в гости в родном краю! :)

Да, наш заповедник "Столбы"-это нечто))

This makes me want to go to Russia even more!

Best series on Russia! What a great job Gareth did - he is honest and respectful at the same time. Very tactful - alway. Best job on travel documentaries. I really enjoy watching your videos from all over the world!

Привет Вам и Вашим подписчикам! Сегодня в рекомендациях попал Ваш ролик о Красноярске и теперь этот. Вы очень интересно рассказываете. Но очень быстро) Я читаю субтитры и они быстро сменяются)). My English is bed)). Но то что я успел прочитать, мне очень понравилось!) Важно что стереотипы о русских и России сразу рушатся после приезда в нашу страну! Большое spasibo Вам и Вашим попутчикам что рассказываете о нашей стране! Добро пожаловать в Россию. Welcome to Яussia!))

Привет из Бурятий!🤗👋✌️

Про расизм зарисовка: Ночью заезжаем в Первомайский район Новосибирска (знающие поймут) и ищем круглосуточный магазин. Не находим. Смотрим, парень стоит курит. - Парень, где тут магазин круглосуточный? Поворачивается - африканец. - В соседнем дворе. Нет у нас расизма, простое любопытство - да. Но не расизм)))

Thanks for the kind words.

Hello! Ur work on all videos is so good! I'm sorry, but I will speak on russ from now. Еще раз доброго времени суток! И привет из Сибири, город Братск. Очень понравились видео, то, как ты работал с материалом, как получал удовольствие от путешествия по моей родине. Сам часто путешествую на поезде, в основном до Волгограда (в прошлом Сталинград), было очень занимательно наблюдать за тобой. Спасибо, что показываешь, что мы не монстры, я часто встречал предвзятое отношение к себе в сети из-за своей национальности. Буду рад любому ответу, если посчитаешь нужным написать.

Лайк не глядя! Реально для туристов Россия это не очень дорого и ооооочень интересное место!

The first rule for tourists in Russia - do not drink with random people.

Cool information 👍🤝😊

I am russian and I once met an old chinese woman from Hong Kong in Moscow traveling alone. She couldn’t speak any russian and barely english - she tried to buy train tickets but the clerk woman couldn’t understand her. I helped her to buy a ticket somehow and we had a cup of tea afterwards 😁she also gave me some cool chinese green tee as a gift for helping her out! I hope she’s still fine lol