I’ve been to India 4 times and every time it was a blast. I really miss the people, food, and the overall vibe. Can’t wait to return.

@DeputyDog-mh1yo

8 ай бұрын

I'd rather visit Pakistan

@clacicle

8 ай бұрын

@@DeputyDog-mh1yo No doubt Pakistan is interesting as well, but it doesn’t have the same vibe as India.

@DeputyDog-mh1yo

8 ай бұрын

@@claciclejust the same I would like to see Gabe in Pakistan

Such a loving friendship between each other Indian people❤

By far my favorite part of your videos is where you are just driving or walking with cool background music. Really takes me there. Thank you so much. These have been your best videos ever and I've been watching a long time. Stay safe.

On my First Trip to india in the early 90 s, I spent around 1500 euro, all included, for half year.... Good old Times 😂

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Same here, first trip was for five months in 1999 and 2000 and I spent $1,300 for the entire trip (not including flights) which is around $8.50 per day.

@matthewmorris7510

8 ай бұрын

@@GabrielTravelerVideos Yeah, I remember carrying around bricks of 20 & 50 rupiah notes because you couldn't change anything else

@danielawillbold880

8 ай бұрын

Spending time in ashrams -esp as a yoga teacher you are welcomed - you only pay for the ✈️. BTW: food looks super yummy, 25 Euro for this nice room fully 👍

@davidvilchez2209

8 ай бұрын

I wish you could do that in Europe. I know in Europe you have to really budget if you don't wanna spend more than 1k a week

@Hari-vg3gy

8 ай бұрын

@@matthewmorris7510 u mean rupees....rupiah is indonesian currency...

Hi Gabe, an old India hand here, been many many times over the last 40+ years. Much time spent in Himalaya. Just wanted to show my appreciation for your non pretentious way and your obvious respect for where you are. Not always commen among vlogers. I hope not a spoiler alert but if it's not your next destination please consider Mandu [nearby] . Went there in 2017 and it is a must see, and I know you'll agree. Oh by the way make sure you do make the time for Spiti. Start at Shimla end and go to Sangla valley up to Chitkul then on into Spiti. I went in1994 just as it opened for foreigners and again in 2009. Big changes so don't leave it too long. Keep well

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Cool man, thanks and sounds good. I hope to get up to Spiti another time, will plan it better as far as time of year. And yes I agree about Mandu: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dKWt2ZR-ebDHf8o.html

Nice video. Ujjain near Indore is a Holy city. Ujjain has a temple dedicated to Mahakaal (Shiva). From Indore there is an overnight train to Jabalpur. You may consider visiting Jabalpur after Indore. Ujjain hotel is little costly because it has an Air Conditioner. Other hotels did not have AC (from the looks, I may be wrong). Usually Hotel rooms having AC are little costlier

India is indeed one of the most affordable destinations for tourists. A lot to explore there and cheap accommodations and food is very very reasonable. With Gabriel, I feel like I am there exploring and watching but from the comfort of my home. I enjoy your videos and follow you everywhere you go. Thanks Gabriel!

Brother Gabe, you keep this old voyeur alive with your rambling. Keep it coming brother, you are one of my favorites. You, Bald, backpack Ben and Harold Balder give me the will and excitement to go to India. I’m just afraid if I do I won’t leave!😊

Next Kumbh Mela is in 2025 in Prayagraj (Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh.

I remember stumbling across Gabriel Traveler a few years ago when he made the video about the economics of his channel and had half the subscribers, even after so many years. I'm very glad that he seems to have suddenly started to get a big following after so many years.

11:01 Allahabad is now Prayagraj. it has gone back to its original name.

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Exactly. I accidentally spelled it Prayag but it's Prayagraj.

@guruvittal

8 ай бұрын

@@GabrielTravelerVideos Any place having confluence of rivers is called "Prayag". There are many Prayags in Himalayas (upward of Rishikesh) such as Dev Prayag, Karn Prayag, Rudra Prayag, etc. At Prayagraj, three rivers meet (Ganga, Yamuna and mythical Saraswati), So it is named Prayagraj - King of Prayags

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

@@guruvittal Got it. 👍

@ridhamatri9447

8 ай бұрын

​@@GabrielTravelerVideosno probs 👍

Agree, taxi can be affordable when long rides

1998/99 i travelled for 6 months in India. £10 a day and lived pretty well. Mostly decent hotels, eating out 2/3 times a day and lots of 2nd class sleeper trains. Will return one day...

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Same here, five months in 1999-2000, did the trip on an average of $8.50 per day. Times have changed, both India and my budget.

@davidgower2848

8 ай бұрын

@GabrielTravelerVideos Yes, through your videos, it's interesting to see how India has modernised over the last 25 years but still retains that 'vibe'. When I was there, it felt like being in the 1950s! (In a good way) Keep up the good work 👏

Love the intro on this- brings back memories - It's Gabriel !! I enjoy your vids !! Thanks for the adventures.

Done on my birthday!! Fantastic! Great music as usual.. Nicely done..

@sushilrai9144

8 ай бұрын

Happy birthday to you,hope you have a blasting one.

@jenniferrosebruce6385

8 ай бұрын

🎉🎉 have a good one! 😊

Next stop,Indore. Alright,alright,alright..

your love for india is immense, really like your vlogs gabe !! i am 27 now, started traveling 6-7 years ago, you were and still are an inspiration

Ujjain is famous for Mahakaleshwar temple. it has one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Shiva.

Your videos from India are the best as ever! Keep it up!

please visit Bhimbetka Rock Shelters in Madhya Pradesh. it has over 750 Caves with history dating back over 32000 years.

I CAN'T BELIEVE GABRIEL IS IN MY HOME CITY INDORE!!! Please go to 56 chappan dukan to taste the best street food and also sarafa !!!

@truthteller2991

8 ай бұрын

DAL BAFLA is authentic unique dish (full meal thali) of Ujjain-Indore region. It is little heavybut will be ok in winter. You must have it as it is different then other dish from other parts of India. It is mostly a vegetarian paradise. Meat is not consumed much in this region. But it has lot of veg street and food which is unique. Poha (breakfast) Jalebi is breakfast in winter of this region

Clean spot and the food looks delicious!

Wow! Ujjain was on the shortlist for this trip of ours too but we decided on Varanasi instead. As you say though, Gabe, you’re not too far from Ahmedabad. We’re in Orchha and living it. On to Khajuraho tomorrow then Varanasi then Ahmedabad. Which other places near Indore are you considering for your trip? Maheshwar? Mandav? Might you go on to places like the new giant Statue of Unity or Champener?

WOW Gabe you blow my mind!!!

awesome place gab..thx for the video..

Hi Gabe- nice vlog and a cracking thumbnail too! Ujjain looks interesting, love getting off the beaten path. After I read The God of Small Things I went down to Kottayam to check it out. Fantastic read btw if you’ve not had the pleasure, highly recommended. Your India adventures get better & better bro, looking forward to this phase, happy trails✨

Wow i really like your vedio content its amazing i really enjoyed watching your all your vedios.

First informative video in a airplane toilet! 😊 Makes it interesting! Love it!

What an AWESOME thumbnail!! Excellent video, excellent content.

Google translator is your friend. I put phone camera over the menu and it translated it easily.

Loved the day you had Gabriel. 👍

Another great video Gabe

Haha morning bike ride at the gym and Gabe👍🏽👍🏽. This makes sense to anyone that saw my comment the other day🤣

@jenniferrosebruce6385

8 ай бұрын

Hi. Yes same time for you. An hour earlier for me 😊

@ivysprieto6058

8 ай бұрын

Yep lol same here, but afternoon ride bike instead

Plenty of hints as to where you were headed. In Jodhpur, you said about an hour away from Indore. In this video early on, you said north of Indore. At the airport, you said Indore is the cleanest city in India, and a man replied "6 times (Cheh baar)". You heard, "Shiva". (Remember my comment from a Jodhpur video, "When different words sound similar.") Had to be Ujjain, the city of Mahakal Shiva. Looking forward to your next videos. Do make one video for breakfast. Indore and nearby places are famous for Poha Jalebi for breakfast.

@truthteller2991

8 ай бұрын

He has to go to 56 shops (chappan dukan) to taste Batla Kachori and Patis (Vijay Chaat house) and he will change mind of Kachori not being good in taste . He need to let viewers see how clean Indore is :)

@parulsinha3092

8 ай бұрын

Cheh and Shiva 😂 Gabriel should learn Hindi counting till twenty 😂

@ashxsh

8 ай бұрын

@@parulsinha3092 I think he already knows till 10. But misheard the man.

I asked about costs Gabe answered with truth ! Thank you. Tuk tuks taxis bane of my life as they always try to rip me off and whatever country that s where my money ends up going. Asthmatic so limited with bag and heat, but prefer local bus and amazing trains if possible less stressful when they turn up. India is best place on planet for any travel. Contrary to exaggerations on you tube as a single 50 sthing never once felt unsafe or bothered. Best hostels were India and Morocco where a heap of respect was ahown and whenever adked for heating or aircon etc waslaid on free lovely breakfasts, worst was Mexico often said some form of ventilation and zero... no English is usually the best, I love thalis and dosas!!!

Great price for your Meal at the end of Video. Decent Room for a good price as well. Stay safe, best wishes sent from Western Scotland.

super funny seeing the six Indian guys lined up laughing. Totally 👍

@truthteller2991

8 ай бұрын

It is not a touristy area so curiously seeing other skin color is obvious. This is the same reason why most people ask for selfie if you visit tourist place because those people are also local tourist and probably from less touristy place so if they see different skin color people it is a novelty to them and curiously. Local taxi drivers dont see white skinned nornally so it is a curiousity and unlike west , Indians generally are more talkitive and social. This state is in central India and is called Madhay Pradesh (literally meaning central state) . The state is no as industrially developed as coastal but lot of wildlife . The state has largest number of tigers and also has cheetah. ***The jungle depicted in "The Jungle Book"[Rudyard Kipling.] is believed to have been inspired by the jungles of the Seoni district in Madhya Pradesh, India*** Gabriel had been to Omakreshwar, Orcha before which are small cities of this state. Indore is the largest city in this state. You can think of central America which is more uniform in demographics compared to coastal . Hindi is language commonly spoken so people wont speak English in general except working /office going and students.

Do you plan on visiting the Ellora and Ajanta cave temples this trip? I think they are "relatively" close-by. They look super amazing but hardly anyone seems to go there.

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

I've been to Ajanta, considering going to Ellora.

@matthewmorris7510

8 ай бұрын

@@GabrielTravelerVideos daulatabad fort is in that area and well worth checking out if you haven't seen that before

masala dosa is one of the most divine food in India which gets better more South one goes. for masala dosa best places -Bengaluru, Mysuru, Chennai, Udupi.

I don't understand the constant honking. Don't they now people have eyes😅 It is very irritating...

@AlwaysAwesome001

8 ай бұрын

Not in the back of their heads. 🤓 Unless they are mothers or teachers! 🤪

goa coming hoping or Kerala too..

Thx 4 sharing this part of India 🇮🇳

How manny time have you been to India now, Gabriel?

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

This is trip #13 since 1999.

It seems you have taken a fancy for cities & towns in India that have a normal population density - Madhya Pradesh & the towns of the Himalayas certainly do !

Hi Gabriel, Very cheap food prices!

quite surprising I have been to many local restaurants in towns or even districts tourists never go, but the menus are still in English. This is in the south I guess.

ujjain, nice...never been there. Looks like a cool destination

@parulsinha3092

8 ай бұрын

Very holy place for Hindus

Indore is also the birthplace of the all time great Bollywood movie play back singer Lata Mangeskar ...she was awarded the highest civilian award "Bharat Ratna" (The Gem of India) by President of India ....she lived close to 90 years of age and she was also never married...Prime Minister Narendra Modiji attended her cremation at Mumbai which was a Indian national event complete with Indian military honor...

India is cheap specially for European or American tourists. In Europe, in some cities, I paid between 45-65 Euros for a bunk bed in a hostel and cabs for solo traveler like me are simply unaffordable. In India, for 45-65 Euros per night you can get at least a 3 star hotel and maybe even a 5 star hotel with breakfast included as well. Good thing is European cities are small and one can easily walk around and see most of the places which happens to be near the city center/old town. In Paris, I walked 12 KMs in 1 day 😅

Just got back to Oz.Love Incredible India but home to no beeps no pollution and no curries.❤❤🙏

Gab do you post photos of pre KZread travels ? Any pics of 1999-2000 first time India travel

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Yes, I've posted various videos that include old photos, here's one: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dp6LsMR-qKvMmMY.html

The music is perfect.

Wow Gabrial that is an AMAZZZZZING thumbnail! I know that must have took a some time to create!

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

My thumbnail guy made it, did a good job.

15:56 Name of the restaurant BG = Big Ganesh (written in yellow color text). Gabe, since you are a regular to India (13 times), I suggest you learn the Hindi script.

New India. Take Uber and Hop on Plane. Their Flight Networks, Rail & Uber etc are undergoing a massive upgrade. It's enjoyable travelling in India now. Good video.

@DeputyDog-mh1yo

8 ай бұрын

I'd rather be in Kazakhstan. Sorry

@johnspencer3621

8 ай бұрын

Good for you

@DeputyDog-mh1yo

8 ай бұрын

@@johnspencer3621 something got yer panties in a bunch, Spence?

Visit Bhimbetka, Sanchi, Bhopal, Jabalpur

I was wondering how tough maneuvering the streets of India is as it looks not safe. Where you hit by any vehicle there?

Another city to explore 🙏

Your videos are beautiful . Are you planning to visit Madhya Pradesh Jabalpur India.

Gabriel, the colour of your sweatshirt suits you. You need a funky shirt in the same colour!

4:08 Gabriel: cleanest city! Taxi driver: Number one chhe baar (Indore was the cleanest city six times - chhe baar is six times) Gabriel: Number one Shiva. Jai Shiva (Gabriel thinks he is talking about the Hindu God Shiva)

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Communication breakdown: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qHuN2LaohbCylbg.html

Hi Gabriel, the cost of using may change with the BRICS situation the dollar losing its buying power many countries are joining this change. The question is how this will affect the dollar in the long run. India is one of these countries within the BRICS countries it will be interesting to see how this will progress over the next few years.

@gsomethingsomething2658

8 ай бұрын

But the dollar _isn't_ losing it's buying power, and outside of their own countries nobody wants BRICS currencies. People the world over want dollars, Euros, British Pounds, and the Yen.

@mummy5490

8 ай бұрын

Seriously Indian will any day choose dollar than yuan India has positive perception about America now

@BasedTruthSeeker

8 ай бұрын

@@mummy5490Trade with a lot of the African countries is setteled in INR currently. India does not like the fact that the Yuan will serve as a reserve for Brics as it’s repeating the exact problem Brics was formed to counter. But russia having no choice has to submit and thus is also pushing other brics countries to settle their trade in Yuan. As indian brands refused to fill the gap after sanctions notably automobile brands in fear of sanctions across their products in the west, Russia is reluctant to settle in INR due to lack of import demand.

@mummy5490

8 ай бұрын

@@BasedTruthSeeker but Russia has no choice, India will shift to other countries then, Russia infact was hostile earlier but now investing in India nd profiterring nd that's why they aren't bothered much, India has stopped yuan payment

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Definitely visit very holy Mahakaleshwar (Shiva the great God of time) temple, Ujjain was the place for time, colonial rule British moved it to Greenwich, as I understand.

Consider Mandu & Bhimbedka caves, they are worth it Architecturally

Australia next, you missed western Australia , outback and Tasmania last time you were there

When will you go North Korea Gabriel?

What kind of travel insurance do u use gabriel?do u trust it will cover u in a possible emergency?,just watced timmy karter video after his trip with bald and bankrupt,insurance company let him down big time after he needed emergency surgery

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

I use World Nomads. I can't say I trust them necessarily, I wouldn't know until God forbid I was in a sticky situation like you described. All insurance companies are unreliable to some extent or another. I pay for the insurance and then forget about it and hope I don't need it. The best case scenario is it's a waste of money and you never actually use it.

This is perhaps why I'm glad I visited India. I mean, if I could only stay for longer, I would.

In which country you file income tax on youtube earnings?

Nice thumbnail Gabriel 👍👍

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Yeah, my thumbnail guy did a good job.

@jenniferrosebruce6385

8 ай бұрын

Gabriels thumbnails where the name of city and background picture match really pop!

Nice socks ji!

living a life most people only dream of. cheers to you gabriel!

@robcanad

8 ай бұрын

I don't think most people would be happy living Gabe's lifestyle. You are constantly on the move, sounds tiring. Also the living conditions leave much to be desired.

@16:27 // that Dosa looks Good !!!

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Thanks. ✌️

Wonder what NR like I'm? As was none when pressed like?

@laurensvanesveld1354

8 ай бұрын

Love this channel now for years.

keep on ballin' in the free world homie.

@DeputyDog-mh1yo

8 ай бұрын

Isn't Neil considered a douche?

I like your thumbnail...

@AlwaysAwesome001

8 ай бұрын

I'm more of a toenail with the ladies liking type. #notjudging🤪

👍

A nice pilau rice would be nice 👍

@parulsinha3092

8 ай бұрын

Indore is city of Poha.

👍👍👍

Great video again ! 😊😊😊❤🇧🇦🇧🇦🇧🇦

Gabriel, you are a walking advertisement for the safety of air travel 😅

A little off topic but Gabe, how many comments do you get each day on your back catalogue? With 2600 vids out there you must get quite a lot of comments on old ones as well. Are you able to track all these; for instance, someone leaves a comment on a 5 year old vid? Thanks.

@AlwaysAwesome001

8 ай бұрын

Yes he can. Does he want to? 🤔

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

The comments come in chronologically based on when they are posted, so it doesn't matter if it's an old or new video, I'll see the comments in order. Most of the comments are from recent videos, probably 80% or so. Comments on videos from years ago happen regularly but overall are a very small percentage.

@stevenlapidus2902

8 ай бұрын

Thanks.@@GabrielTravelerVideos

@AlwaysAwesome001

8 ай бұрын

@@stevenlapidus2902 I verified it. ✅ I went 14 years in the past. Boom. Gabriel responded to my comment. He's like everywhere! 🤯 #truestory

@AlwaysAwesome001

8 ай бұрын

@@stevenlapidus2902 And when I was chatting with Gabriel 14 years in the past he said "I come in peace." 😳 Crazy!! 🤪 Or was it 🤔 ...✌️👀 #truestory

How you doin Gabe i love you Videos. You beginn that for such a long time. I hope you get much more peoples on your side because its really informative. You are one of the best travelers in the world, i wish i can be like you, its a Dream.

Visit White desert kutch gujarat

Hi Gabe.. You travel extensively in India... So your eating all kinds of Indian food.in different places. Do you ever suffer from the infamous "Delhi Belly" that many western travellers do experience on visits .. Any advice?

@parulsinha3092

8 ай бұрын

Avoid street food and drink bottled water, carry hand sanitizer and wash hands before eating if possible. Avoid eating raw things, eat hot, well cooked food.

@truthteller2991

8 ай бұрын

@@parulsinha3092 You can SAFELY [in caps] eat street food in Indore and they make sure it is hygenic. He should visit 56 shops [Chappan Dukan] to show how good the street food in Indore and clean it is. But Indore and nearby places are best for vegetarians only and a paradise for them for variety. Mostly food bloggers visit Indore.

@bruce4130

8 ай бұрын

Never wash vegetables or fruit with water!

@bruce4130

8 ай бұрын

@@parulsinha3092street food that is cooked very hot ok, some restaurants could be just as bad!

@bruce4130

8 ай бұрын

567k? You deserve 1 million! 😊

For how long will you stay in india?

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Probably leave within a week or two but not certain yet.

@stevenlapidus2902

8 ай бұрын

Back to California for happy holidays and recharge?@@GabrielTravelerVideos

Question: is there anything you wouldn't eat in India?

@rollsroyce4249

8 ай бұрын

More spicy dishes than you can handle.

*Fancy thumbnails are back!*

Ujjain has a lot of history and culture of India

Use Google translate, great option, photo over and translate 😁

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Yeah I'll probably try that tonight, might go back to the same place.

Indore looks like the cleanest city in India..

how much did the taxi cost you?

@GabrielTravelerVideos

6 ай бұрын

I forget now, but I mentioned it in the video.

i spent many months all over India, i was spending maximum 500 CAD a month.

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Sounds like about $10 USD per day. When was that? My budget was more in that range years ago: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aoCs1chwfrmph84.html

@DeputyDog-mh1yo

8 ай бұрын

Vous n'êtes pas Hulk.

@JeSuisHulk

8 ай бұрын

​@@GabrielTravelerVideos it was in 2016 i should have specified

13:47 "Accha...", (meaning "alright") then after a dignified pause of a (drunken) saint in commanding tenor, "dao Shaw rupay dekar jao" (meaning "Give me 100 rupees before you leave") as though he did a favor to you by literally begging for money he takes as doing business that at its best is brokering and scamming at its worst. I would be so damn irritated in situations such as this that if I had a chewing gum in my mouth, would straightaway spit it onto his palm and say, "dude here you go with your hundred rupees".

@witlof5492

8 ай бұрын

Well, that would make you an obnoxious tourist, which no country needs or wants.

look forward to another Indian History and cultural lesson

@gerry9306

8 ай бұрын

It's getting redundant

@debabanerjee9131

8 ай бұрын

@@gerry9306 with reference to what...?

@gerry9306

8 ай бұрын

@@debabanerjee9131 everything. Looking forward to a different country

@debabanerjee9131

8 ай бұрын

@@gerry9306 I agree with you to see Gabriel Traveller videos about another country outside India and I am ready for that also...thank you

Even in year 2000 India was cheap but now it’s expensive 😢

The man at the airport said Indore is being number 1 for 6 years, you heard shiva, Infact you went Indore during election time, you would have noticed it

I’m so jealous of your food, Gabe. I have to eat Indian food soon.

@DeputyDog-mh1yo

8 ай бұрын

I like Mexican burritos, SF style

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Fun fact: the plate of food in the thumbnail is actually chicken enchiladas that I had at my hotel in Jodhpur. I love Indian food as well, for a while, but I'm at the point where I'm in the mood for something else. The enchiladas were delicious.

@DeputyDog-mh1yo

8 ай бұрын

@@GabrielTravelerVideos You being a Californian, how did it compare to an actual enchilada?

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

@@DeputyDog-mh1yo They were really good, surprisingly well made. Certainly not the real deal but good enough, considering I was in India.

@DeputyDog-mh1yo

8 ай бұрын

@@GabrielTravelerVideos probably much better than the "enchiladas" I've had in Europe 😊

You: $17 taxi ride from airport, 1 hour 40 minute drive. Me: Uber from airport to home after flight was canceled and could not rebook a closer flight, 2 hour 30 minutes, close to $250 (with tip).

@GabrielTravelerVideos

8 ай бұрын

Yep, that's India. Where did you have to pay for the taxi?

@Deadfoot-Dan

8 ай бұрын

@@GabrielTravelerVideos i took an Uber from St. Louis Lambert airport, weather canceled my flight and it was going to be two days before they could get me to my home airport, so I picked a flight to St. Lou and had to convince an Uber to drive 2.5 hours. He was a cool guy.