Fun fact, @15:17 the kids say: "Subscribe!" and "Don't forget to subscribe!" They were giving you a proper shout-out

Women and children in the streets is a good sign that a neighborhood is probably safe.

I love how he said he has been his barber for 5 years but dude is 14...

Playing with the kids was so wholesome

The children are saying dont forget to like at the end by the way :)

My wife and I stayed in Istanbul for a month and walked at night all over around Istanbul and we even dipped into some neighborhoods around the edge of the city which looked very poor. Everyone was nice and we never had any problems. It's a wonderful place with wonderful people.

Love how many kids there are in the streets, honestly seeing them walking around, playing, joking, its so sweet. kids stay inside where I live- all but this group of three boys and they always make my day

I’m really impressed at how many people speak some basic English, even in the more troubled neighborhoods of Istanbul

Easily, and by a long shot the best traveling channel by far. Cannot even call this a vlog- these are very authentic traveling interactions. The people and experiences with the destination are what travel is all about.

Crime rate per capita in Turkiye is lower than in Canada. Interesting fact.

For anyone else who comes to Istanbul, don't be concerned you are being "ripped off" as a tourist when seeing sticker prices on menus like @3:47. This is common practice due to the inflation of the lira so prices are regularly changing.

I remember having the most riveting conversation with a Turkish taxi driver, he didn't speak a lick of English and just used a phone text to speech. Dude was like meeting a character with max charisma in real life. Istanbul is amazing.

Loved the interaction with the kids, so wholesome

I just absolutely adore your channel! I don’t understand the snide comments you receive because you are a breath of fresh air, honest and real. I appreciate seeing someone who isn’t putting on an act. The way you interact with the locals no matter where you find yourself is really neat. My favorite is always the children though. You have a wonderful connection with all living things! Much love from Kansas!

skip to 7:45 if u wanna see a random kid swinging a tree branch

3:32 "Shout out to our home boy what's his face for showing us around, being our body guard." You have such a way with words!

He definitely keeps it real. He isn't afraid to say when he doesn't like something or someone, and when he does. His honesty and genuine way of coming across really brings out the best in people. I learned the magic of smiling and being uplifting in bringing the best out in all the people he interacts with.

Salam alaikom brother. Salam alaikom brother. 😂 dude this is Turkey, not Arabia, only religious people greet each other like that.

I wish i have a young boys goofing around like this.. playing outdoors with other kids and being innocent... yes they are poor but this blessing is priceless ... The video is quite emotional

Dolapdere is the "touristy" dangerous area in Istanbul. It has been gentrifying in the last few years, lots of art galleries in some areas of Dolapdere, ARTER being the biggest one. The real dangerous part of Istanbul is Esenyurt - lots of shootings, gang violence...etc.

Haven't been following your channel for too long but I absolutely love it! I'm a British guy who loves to travel and can speak SOME Turkish. Of all the vidoes of yours that I have seen, this one was the most wholesome to me. Especially when you were playing football with the kids at the end and they were telling people to subscribe :))

This is one of the best travel vlogs I’ve ever seen

as someone who's turkish. I love how you was treated, esp by those kids. very heart warming.

Just came across your videos a few days ago. You are living the good life man! Keep it up and stay safe.

You're amazing buddy,my new no 1 vlogger...brilliant, so amazing you enjoyed reliving your childhood with those kids and on camera fir us guys...love your honesty,humour etc..keep it up, God bless you 😊

Loved those kids. That’s what humanity is about!

Lovely seeing you interact with the children great videos from you

Turkish barbers are a real experience. One of the most annoying parts of being a tourist in Istanbul though is you never know when someone is being nice or you're about to be ripped off. Because both things happen all the time, some people are super genuine and hospitable, others rip you off as soon as you let your guard down. Also, a lot of street scams and shady people preying on tourists around Taksim. It's much better and relaxing outside Istanbul.

Been subbed for 2 days and I can't stop watching. Love the videos man!!!!

I've been watching all your videos. You are one ballsy man. Just show up and go with the flow! Respect!

Turkey is such a beautiful place with very friendly people and incredibly tasty food.

I really like your snake island trip in Myanmar. The drunk guide is so funny. He was constantly unconscious to what he should do 😂

The kids at the end are so adorable

Thank you for sharing this video, Conner!

I love watching your videos ! keep it up you got this!

never laughed so much for a tourist video cheers you're great

This was a really cool video and inspires me to do the same when i go to istanbul

Love those kids playing kick ball...I used to do that growing up in the 70s and 80s with my friends...great times...brings back memories

You're best KZfaq traveller so far what i seen. Great humor:)

it was so wholesome to seeing you playing with those kids man, great video and you are always welcomed in Türkiye, stay safe.

dad worked construction when i was a kid and i often went to work with him.one of the jobsites had a big canal with a trickle of water at the the bottom. me and the bosses kid used to ride pieces of plywood to the bottom just like that

Your videos have become a guilty pleasure. Keep making the most of those moments!

love your videos man!

Lots of strays dogs/cats in Istanbul. People are very nice to them.

So heartwarming to see kids being kids. This was my childhood in post Soviet Kazakhstan. Brought me a lot of joy and I'm subscribing ASAP!

Connor, you travel the right way..off the beaten path, experiencing the true cultures/people

April this year I spent time in Istanbul and what a great city it is. Busy with great food, lots to do, and the people were fantastically friendly. Met a few scammers in the Grand Bizarre which was jam packed with tourists. Easy to Get a around on the trams. Lots of side hustles if you're looking to do a deal. Thanks for a great video.

"this is the most dangerous neighbourhood at night, this is what people were afraid of" thanks for showing the light within the perceived dark

Love this channel bro!

Guy at 7:46 fighting some street demons

Man keep the videos coming. With consistent videos and great luck that someone doesn't wipe you off this earth first lol (just a joke) you will be one of the greatest modern explorer! What set you apart from other people is your charm and sarcastic character. Plus your emotions are fantastic!

I love how you sai ciao ciao all the time :D as an Italian myself I am honored :D

That is one dangerous city. You might end up staying forever it's so pleasant!

When I would visit my family in Turkey in my young teens, my dad would make me jump in on practice at a facility a few blocks from where you were, and then I would make my way to the Asian side using public transport. The kids were telling you to come back the next day and for your viewers to subscribe.

Istanbul is for the most part , brilliant - I _love_ it!! 🥰🤩 Great, top rated (Michelin) food for amazingly reasonable prices, mostly clean, has a ton of Heritage. Nowadays, Sporting events love it. Only thing was getting a Daily Travel ticket was a crowded nightmare!! Went there in June 23.

I smiled so mucu with those kids. Is just so nice to see kids playing and being happy. Takes me back to what's like being a kid. And how rare it is these days to see kids playing outside in the west.

You and Tommy over at sabbatical are the two most down to earth travel vloggers on this platform. Would be cool to see y’all link up. He just dropped his Tibet video and it was super cool to see inside lhasa with such a salt of the earth person. You would mesh great with him

Conner has the ability to shake hands with a fish

way safer than an american hood

awesome video !!

best video ever, this was so wholesome

Everyday,i enjoyed with your videos 😊😊😊

Hey ice watched many of your vids, and must say that you really are an ambassador to the U S!

Keep it up man, Love the content. Also in the end the kids said “ Don’t forget to Subscribe”. 😂 Waiting for more vids

He was having so much fun with the kids lol I love it

Awesome video!

coming from austria its funny to see you that you are so ecxited about the barber routine in vienna we have many turkish barbers and if you want a good hair cut they are the best place to go

Those kids were great. Blessing to them!

Amazing insights on your channel Sir. Most people I know have a '"world view" that only extends to their county line. ;-)

Turkish people are so friendly and warm❤

You have so many interesting encounters. I was up until 1"30 a.m. last night watching your videos!!!!

That wax is from the candle, not your ear. Ear candles do nothing except occasionally cause severe burns

LOL the little kids at the end were telling everyone to subscribe to your channel.

@13:20 bruh.... you took the time to actually play with the kids.. see man you a real one dawg ! seriously.. and you're at an actual neighborhood of that country... thats what you call "authentic vlogger" 🔥🔥🔥

Thank's for showing the better side of humanity ( world wide)🎉👍✌️

Great content brother.

mannnn your encounters and experiences are almost like scripted but they are not. That's amazing mann, maybe you are just born to travel or that's just how travelling goes

I've been to Istanbul and hearing the Call to Prayer blast through the speaker every few hours gives the place such a special feeling BUT of course its dependent on how good the reciter(singer) is. Also amazing food, people, ect.

You have become a very fav travel KZfaqr

It seems to be a very particular but most certainly lovely place over there.

Omg…. The ear fire thing…. Kind of crazy…. Have never tried in my life…. So nice kids playing with you…

You will never get a haircut as good or professional as a Turkish Barbour. They take hairdressing to the next level.

Great videos. Balls of steel

Brought me so much joy watching you play with the children. They were so cute! And also, a Barber that good at 14??? That blew my mind!

The kebab place could definitely be made into a Starbucks! The Starbucks will of course need a parking lot, and also a massive highway right next to it to accommodate the traffic.

These kids were soooo adorable playing with you 🥹

amazing content. keep up the good work bro. i'm sure this channel will be huge

im just new, and catching up, but i hope he does more after hes proper rested up. you dont find a cool channel like this every day.

“He’s smoking my meat on the grill “ 😂🤣 I’m sorry bro but he was not smoking that meat, simply grilling it.

i love this city, was just there this summer and I had the best bathing experience of my life at the hammam

Your KZfaq will blow up soon bro

Such a genuine dude

Loved the kickabout with the kids

Your channel is awesome. The places and people you meet along the way really opens one's eyes to how the rest of the world lives and treat people they don't know. When was the last time you walked down the street in America and some stranger offered you a banana? 😃

this could be the funniest video i've ever watch man. you're hilarious😼

"USA, Oh Shit...really!?!" lol All joking aside I really think you got a great thing going my man. I wish you nothing but the best bro.

This was awesome, your light character saves you anywhere in Turkey but the worst places or people. Unlike in the west where cities are dangerous in Turkey the opposite is true. The remote areas/villages can easily be more dangerous. That's because the rich people live in the City in Turkey and the poor in villages. In the West the poor in the City and rich in villages. There are packs of roaming kangal dogs basically everywhere (look them up) which would terrify anyone without a weapon, but more dangerous are the locals who can be very protective of their areas - which they set up in make shift camps literally wherever they want and keep animals - they also largely police themselves. In the east they have blood feuds of reoccurring murders that last generations. Everyone has illegal guns too in the remote areas and it's totally trivial to make you vanish to never be found. From my experience most Turkish people don't even know what remote mountainous areas are like, they never go! Imagine during the wild western period in USA, going to the deep south - that's what it's like. Kangal dogs: kzfaq.infoGtM6-LLO7E0 - walk on their territory and they'll attack you lol.

Bro you can say "merhaba" we dont really say selamun aleykum when we greet each other 😁😁 i love your channel🌸🌸💤💥

Superbe video. Really!

Wow im glad u survive mate