The REAL Thai Lantern Festival | Authentic Loy Krathong in Chiang Mai, Thailand (Part 1)
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Everyone has seen the beautiful Lantern Festival (Yee Peng) celebrated in Chiang Mai, but little know the fact that it is actually a Chinese festival. On the same night, the Thai festival of Loy Krathong is celebrated, so we decided to celebrate the local way. We made Krathongs with kids at a school where our friend Paddy works to release in the river, but first we stumbled upon the most beautiful monk ceremony we've ever seen!
Travel vlog 573 | Chiang Mai, Thailand | Country #82/100
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Originally from Nashville, Tennessee, we got married June 2013 and quickly caught the travel bug! We started “travel hacking” & finally decided we wanted to travel for one year. After 2 years of saving $ and over 2 million miles and points, we sold our cars and apartment and left home January 10, 2016. We started this KZread channel to share our experiences with friends and family, then decided we really liked vlogging and traveling! So we extended our 1 year trip to now FOUR years :) Now we have a goal of traveling to 100 countries before 2020! We are incredibly thankful to do something we love every day. :)
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Hey y’all! If you don’t already know, Kara and Nate are currently traveling around Cuba! They don’t have access to internet there, so they scheduled these videos to post ahead of time. This is Kara’s sister, Kassie. :) I’m here to read your comments and answer any questions until they return! Feel free to comment as usual, and I’ll do my best to respond to what I can, then K & N will do the rest when they get back on Jan. 9th!
@mohammadazahar6776
5 жыл бұрын
Hi kara & nate. so sweet couple.
@anirudh9059
5 жыл бұрын
Hey Kassie!! I love Kara and Nate so much , and I'd love to hear from them!! Convey my regards to them!! Love you😍
@diannajones8403
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Kassie
@nicholasmcintyre
5 жыл бұрын
Hi
@dbenoit8862
5 жыл бұрын
Kara and Nate be safe in your travels
omg the kids and the arts and crafts and the autographs and when the one boy said, "can we take a picture with you?" I am crying.
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Right?! So sweet💗
I love the interaction with the kids... Kara has a real knack for involving and encouraging everyone...
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
It’s true! She really does ❤️
@FireCracker3240
5 жыл бұрын
She's an absolute natural with children and sick people. She has such a happy, kind, soothing presence. I recall from when they went to Kenya to work at the medical clinic. And when Nate busted his toe open in Santiago... she helped calm him down because he was getting a bit faint. She is a natural mother, teacher, and healer. Everyone around her is just better for her presence. ❤
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
@@FireCracker3240 You are SERIOUSLY the sweetest!!!!!!
@FireCracker3240
5 жыл бұрын
@@KaraandNate 😊😊😊 Awww, thank you!! I'm just speaking the truth, my lovely. ❤
See !!! That's how a school should be, Promoting their own cultures, let the children meet strangers in the class and get graded by our own peers, **THIS IS A PLUS**. also those kids know so much. At that age, my friends and I were eating crayons and we ranked the different color crayons based on their taste.
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Hilarious story about eating crayons! 😂👏🏼
@sunilkumarrajunadimpalli1078
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah, We could have a laugh about it now xd
The visit to the school w the children was priceless .... honored to have seen that. Hope you find more school teacher friends around the world and share the children's education 🤗
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
So sweet! 💗
Wow such a cool video guys!! My class will freak out tomorrow when they see it! Also looking forward to the crazyiness of part 2!!! ❤❤❤
@jessietwee
5 жыл бұрын
So great to see you in their videos again, Paddy!
@FireCracker3240
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for convincing them to come out during Krathong, Paddy! This was such a beautiful video and your class is full of sweethearts. Thank you for sharing them with us. ❤
@blahblahboy8330
5 жыл бұрын
I didn’t know you’re a teacher, respect!
@mirask793
5 жыл бұрын
great to see you here Paddy!
@pamelaaquino886
4 жыл бұрын
Great video, Kara and Nate! And it's nice to see that both of you enjoyed Teacher Paddy's class. Paddy must really have passion for teaching these little kids. Very cute!!! I admire all of you, guys! Good job!
Wow, the kids are so cute when they taught you'll how to make a krathong! I love the Thai hospitality shown. Great editing Kara and Nate!!!
This is so sweet, I love that Patty is teaching. I love how Patty takes life, its not about the pictures or selfies, its about the experiences.
This is some professional editing. Kudos guys. From Tokyo '16 to Chiang Mai '19 - Amazing story telling.
I really cant believe that I am finally at your latest video !! Been binge watching all your vlogs from past several weeks :) May seem super lame but I have a sense of accomplishment rn !! LY guys
you guys have inspired me to not be afraid of fliighiing and to always look on the brighter sides of things , thankyou !
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
So sweet! They really do see the bright side of everything! ❤️
@elliewarwick1978
5 жыл бұрын
@@KaraandNate hey kassie please send my love to them and i wish them all the best and hopefully i can travel with them sometime !
My heart just about burst @ 3:44 when Nate let the girls put a flower in his hair. I love this. He is just the sweetest. 😍😊😍
Outstanding photography and video editing!
Hey guys love the videos! Exactly the way travel should be done. I like that you stick to a budget this is real world exploring. Sadly I can't watch this video I'm watching them from the beginning first. Can't wait to see more have a blast k/n!!!👍⛺🌆🚇🚅🚍✈⛵
Eeek! So excited for the rest of these vlogs!
What an exotic, mystical, magical, beautiful night! Wow! I want to go there!!!!
9:17 AWWWWW…that sky with thousand of lanterns!!!! FAIRY TALE SCENE INDEED AWWWWW GOOSEBUMPS!!! The colorful candle lights in the outdoor temple with all the monks chanting is sooooo magical!!
gosh darn it! ... this is a sweet-cat/puppies-cute-kind of video! Kara is a nature on blending with kids
I love your channel so much. It’s like the only ‘vlog’ channel I’ve ever liked
Tangled Lantern scene 2.0. You are always so thoughtful and kind to others around you regardless of their ethnicity. I love your videos!! Safe travels❤️
Wow & Awesome. Your skills at editing, sound management and visual presentation have made a huge leap forward. Way to Go & Congratulations.
Wow, What a great video! Very much looking forward to part 2 !!
The ceremony with the monks took my breath away, INCREDIBLE
I visited Thailand for the first-time over the holiday. I fell in love! I was only able to do Phuket and Bangkok but plan on returning very soon to visit Chang Mai and other areas.
And this video is EXACTLY why you keep me coming back every day for more of your posts. Excellent! Love that you show us the real side of the places you visit rather than just the tourist stuff. Going to the school and showing those precious kids as such a great idea. You guys are just the best at what you do.
I have never seen anything so beautiful that is definitely on my bucket list!!!!🌎🇨🇦😍😍
...2 hours later, I would've sat down . I appreciate the patience y'all had in order to be able to share some of the sights with us.
As an ESL teacher (currently to Chinese children) I loved seeing your interaction with the children speaking their English!
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your kind words! Thanks for the work you do teaching ESL🙌🏽💗
I can't imagine all the fun stories that Kara could share with her classroom, well if she ever comes back.
I just discovered them about 6 weeks ago & am loving catching up on their videos! Please tell them thanks for me as I’m now 65 & will never get to travel like they do! Love them & wish them the best always!
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much :)
That was beautiful, I can't wait until the next video!
Omg the world has gone too long without a new Kara and Nate video! Thank god you’re back! ☺️
What a beautiful video! One of the best! I'm really not sure about the lantern festival... I've heard a lot about how bad it is for the environment and local ecosystem. But a stunning video nonetheless. Thanks for keeping us nourished while K&N have no Internet Kassie! 👍
So nice to see Paddy again! Love you all. Happy New Year
Your videography is just getting better and better all the time!! WOW!
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
looking back at their first vlogs, it really is crazy how far they’ve come! Love that Kara created a step-by-step video guide on how to edit videos! learn.karaandnate.com/p/how-to-edit-a-vlog/
Those kids were the cutest!
So awesome 😊 thank you for the incredibly video!! Love watching
Another amazing video! So beautiful! The children, temples, monks, lanterns, etc. made this whole location seem like something out of a book. Can't wait for part two!
I've missed your videos, I hope you guys are having a blast and safe travel for 2019.
Thx for keeping us up to date with their travels. Love the children who help them.
This is so beautiful. Those bright lanterns against the black night sky is just stunning. It's reminiscent of one of my favorite visual cinematic moments: In the move Skyfall, when Bond went to Macau. I was blown away by the beauty of the cinematography and set design. This reminds me so much of that, but with local flair. Absolutely breathtaking.
How amazing. Beautiful. thank you for adding another bucket list .
Awesome video as usual Kara and Nate! Glad you found the ceremony at Wat Phan Tao, truly and amazing experience!
Awesome as always guys! Yeah, Paddy! Nice cameo!
This vlog is truly amazing...love all the shots...hope all of you had a great time together back home :) I loved Kara's interaction with the kids
Kara is having so much fun with the kids 😄
I love you guys so much. Y’all have inspired me! There’s so many places I want to visit!
Excellent as always,really enjoyed the temple the spirituality was palpable.Thanks guys,another home run.❤️🇨🇦
You guys are great you bring so much inspiration you guys found a whole new world and kind enough to take us with you! Keep doing what you do! Thank you for bringing us joy and happiness! I can never miss your guys videos! Thank you! 😀
I absolutely love Thailand...its people and culture, the cities, the coasts and the countryside.I cant wait to get over there again.Thank you for a brilliant vlog.
@TheBackpackingFamily
5 жыл бұрын
Just thinking the same, if you know where to go its one of the best places in the world!
Hope this year is everything and more to everyone watching💯. More travel, happiness and success in every aspect of life.
So happy the BEST travel vloggers are back!!! Best cinematography and editing ever! Love Kara and Nate!
Absolutely stunning video. This is now on my bucket list 😊💗
Wow! This was beautifully edited and filmed. such a treat.
Amazing I love the kids in the classroom and made it so fun to watch you guys play with children in the classroom learning how to do the same thing that they do every year
this was so beautiful to watch!!!! my mind is blown!
Beautiful! Typical, marvelous and magical Kara and Nate capturing the beauty of people, places and their experiences. Happy New Year Y'all! Cheers to 2019!!!
Oh what a great start for the year well done and so colorful looking forward to part 2 stay safe see ya
The kids are adorable! It's too cute some have KZread channels The monks chanting is sooo relaxing. I sometimes put a chant on to fall asleep.
Happy New Year, to y'all I enjoy your videos and love to travel!
Always an AWESOME vlog when Paddy is in it!!! 👏👏
This was UNREAL!!!!! I almost cried during this one.... that ceremony was like nothing I’ve ever seen before ❤️❤️❤️
That seems like such an amazing experience!!
Wow, this video was incredible!!
I'm glad you guys slowed down a bit to take the time to soak in and enjoy a place. I think it's been good for you and I've enjoyed being with you vicariously on your journey.
The scenery and all around space is magical!! Ps: love you guys!! ❤️❤️
The editing on this is amazing!! Loved this video guys, can’t wait for the next!
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Yay! Thanks for watching 💗
omg, we were in Chiang Mai at the same time! I definitely recommend everyone everyone visiting this city at this time of the year. It is magical!
Holy molyyyy that was cool to watch. You guys give me SO much travel inspo. LOVE it!
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
YAY💗
Love the monk ceremony, beautiful colors, light and very serene!
@TheBackpackingFamily
5 жыл бұрын
I think that was my favourite part too! Love to take our baby boy to see this!
This is one of my favorite episodes, guys. Beautifully shot and edited. Thank younger the awesome video!
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU for watching 💗👏🏼
Hey Kara and Nate, I watch your videos like everyday and I haven’t not long since subscribed and im already obsessed with your videos, keep up the good work❤️ love you😚
I really loved this video and I can’t wait for part two! It looked really exciting! ❤️
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
YAY! Glad you loved it 💛
So lovely - I loved this! thank you
nice to see Paddy actually working and not traveling...Dress shirt and pants...NICE.Awesome video
Oh man, I loved every second of this video! Thanks, Kassie -- you made my day! I know well the lack of Internet access in Cuba, but I hope Kara and Nate are having a blast!
You guys give me life. Seriously. You are so amazing at what you do! Looking forward to your next adventure. Kisses! 😘😘😘
I missed y’all so much during the break! So happy to have a video this morning ❤️
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Yay! Me too 💗
@TheBackpackingFamily
5 жыл бұрын
It's like someones missing from the family when they dont post ;-)
Cant wait to see the next video!
Finally a new video love y’all
What a lovely idea going into the school and sticking with local traditions
So beautiful. It's one of the main places on my bucket list to visit.
Sky looks so magical! Can't wait for to watch the next video
Wow that ceremony was amazing love the vids guys
Excited for Part 2! Thinking of you guys while you’re in Cuba.
Beautiful photography and editing you two are awesome.
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
They’re the best! 💗
The part with the kids was so adorable!! Glad to see another video while ya'll are in Cuba!
Those children were adorable!!
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, they seriously were! ❤️
Kara and Nate your videos make me so happy ❤️❤️
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
Me too! They love hearing this 💗
love these videos!! you really inspire me and so many others. hope you’re doing great!
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
That is so sweet! They inspire me too 💗 -Kassie
So excited to get back to Thailand in 2019. I looove that time of year there. So beautiful 😍😍
Beautiful vlog !!!!!
Snap! We were there too and uploaded a video of our experience. Hope you had fun guys, Happy New Year! 🎉
That looks so beautiful!
Omg finally I’ve waited for a new video now for like a few days but it felt like a million years
Wow. This is amazing. Love you guys. Greeting from Croatia. Keep up the good work.
you really have some of the best editing on youtube :)
@KaraandNate
5 жыл бұрын
They really do! They work hard 👏🏼
Welcome back. I thought maybe I had missed countries 83 to 100 but here you are again. Happy New Year.
I landed on your channel, you both have really wonderful personalities and love your engagement with others! Great job!!
This is magical 😍 I love it