Austin - I am Zimbabwean and have visited Tanzania and Zanzibar ( which I am sure you will - one of the best islands I have visited together with Mauritius, Jamaica and Belize). Tanzanians are one of the most friendliest and kindest people in the world. I salute you because at your young age you are doing what most of the OG youtubers have always said they will but somehow forget to visit the continent. There is a young African American youtuber there called Mark so I hope you get time to link up with him. He is doing a lot of positive things there and is invested in the community. Please realize the danger in a poor area in Tanzania is not the same as in the US or say Colombia or Brazil. These countries have gang activity, gun culture whereas in most African countries guns are almost non existent in the general population and the penalty for getting caught with one is heavy. So you are very safe. Yeah you may get pickpocketed but threat to being harmed is almost zero. The people staring just means they do not recognize you. Go ahead and introduce yourself they will embrace you as a brother. Another tip, you dont necessary have to ask if the driver minds if you reccord. Tell him you are recording and if he minds to be in your video or not. You can still record and exclude the driver but i think most will not mind.
Her Auston I’m a Nigerian living in the United States for over a decade now. You’re in one of the safest and friendliest countries in the world, just relax and enjoy that country, I know it is the matrix thinking in you that is making you nervous because previously whenever you see a large of black people someone always starts something. You’re in Africa they’re already loving you.
Someone set wrong expectations for this brother; The majority of Tanzanians don't speak English like that! Especially not American, which is not really the English of Tanzania in the first place. Case in point, that brother answered yes, but really meant no, just didn't understand the question, "is this a dangerous area?". Makes for an interesting discovery for this young brother though. Karibu Tz bwana mdogo!
Hey brother I'm from Miami Florida and I've been to Tanzania 🇹🇿 before. U don't have nothing to worry about Tanzania in my opinion is one of the safest countries I've been it so far. I will be in Nairobi Kenya in 10 days, if Kenya is on your bucket list we should link up. ✊🏾RESPECT 🙏🏾
I'm glad you're finding out that most Africans are peaceful people. When I first visited Africa I felt the same seeing so many black people in one place we're programed as Americans to think the worst when seeing groups of black people. Fast forward after years of visiting several African countries have decided to move to Africa. The peace and freedom I feel while in Africa I can get nowhere else on the planet.
I was born in Nigeria but never been to Tanzania. I am really interested to see this lovely country through your lens. Keep going Auston! You are bringing great perspective to us. Love the content and you are very humble and respectful to the people.
My husband and I stayed at the very same Airb&b, 14 months ago, very clean and their staff is very pleasant. We are still here in Tanzania living abroad all the way from Texas! Karibu!
Auston, no need to worry about being in a "bad area," because the police don't want the tourist to get jacked. Now that being said, SOME of the cops there can be shady but overall you'll be okay. Now when you take the ferry over to Zanzibar, I highly suggest you stay at the Spice Palace Hotel in Stone Town. The staff will treat you well.
Look like Auston is excited and in a good mood. The smile is a nice touch. As someone who have travelled to about 30 countries myself, I learned late about the power of a smile. In the black community here in the states they didn’t explain to we young black men about the importance and advantages of a good smile. My life could have been much better had someone explained to me early in life that a proper smile can be used to: (#1) put people more at ease, (#2) to make people feel more willing to engage in conversation with you, (#3) to help diffuse a possible confrontational situation, and (#4) to help appear less intimidating. Now I try to wear a smile at all times and I notice a big difference especially when I am traveling overseas.
@@AustonHolleman those are but one e ample of some little bits of adult to child teaching that we must remember to pass down to our future offsprings some day while they are still young so they (like me) won’t have to learn that in the school of hard knocks.
Auston. Well done for visiting Africa. As you are in Africa you might as well visit one of the seven wonders of the world- the Victoria Falls on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia. Hahaha you can thank me later Auston because the Victoria Falls is a marvel to behold. Tanzania has some of the best safaris in East Africa. Enjoy bro and stay safe! We love and support the great work you are doing ❤
Great start on day one Auston. I can tell the progression going to be a great experience. The way you open up your mind from the expectation that the states paint towards the land. Shows a mature mindset, not going off of feelings. Allowing yourself to test the locals and foot on ground experience. Great work, here for the ride bro.
Remember to check out the turquoise blue beaches in zanzibar such as Nakupenda Beach Nature Reserve. There are some beaches clear and blue like the beaches in the maldives
Auston, check out the beach at the Slipway Hotel in Dar es Salaam. Now the hotel's has an outdoor happy hours daily; however, on Thursday nights, that's when all of the women come out to chill, drink, dance and whatever else you want.
I am glad you talked about American attitudes at timestamp 10.00 because assumptions about black people need to be adjusted when you leave America. Thank you for the video.
Man, where to begin. Well, I'm happy for you and proud OF you. I first heard about you when EVERYBODY heard about you. So I can appreciate your growth and learning from experience. That's real. And I did a big chunk of my world travels at your age, and in a few months I'm starting my permanent adventures abroad. But I spent YEARS watching videos of folks move and travel to Africa. And some have LEFT. So you are gonna have your experience, whatever it'll be. But you built a life where this kind of travel is possible (salute!) and you're willing to go off the beaten trail (salute again). Listening to you in this upload, it sounds like you walk boldly-but with caution.
You got try beef barbecue mishkaki and nundu at Muchacho Restaurant Dar Es Salaam. Safe places are Upanga, Dar city center and Karimabad. Stay away from Kariakoo at night. Generally it's safe city especially during day and at night keep you guard up.
Hey young man glad to see you in the motherland. No doubt you have been told that the audio quality is not the best. Having trouble understanding you. Peace and good traveling mercies to you.
Bro as you said u r in motherland feel completely free and safe as the locals will see you as one of them but obviously your hood instinct always has to kick in in every situation Yes YOU are HOME and ENJOY
Thats wassup.. Zanzibar, Tanzania got some of the best beaches.. nungwi and kendwa beach if your ever interested in the future. Hope you get installed in a nice area if your buying property. the scenery got a chill vibe. Looking forward to more lit videos.
It's not just skin color that they use to identify foreign Blacks. It is also body build. The percentage of men that lift weights in East Africa is very low. West Africans are more into resistance training.
Its normal that hé think like that, he grown in a white society (where they dont differentiate blacks 🙃). Are you saying western africans are in better shape that east ?
@@TheAKD56 By "in shape" I think you are referring to the cardiovascular system. Running will improve the cardiovascular system but it is not going to give one big shoulders, arms, and a big chest. 'Can't say who is in better shape but the West Africans have had more success in the sports that require an explosive muscle reaction such as the sprints, the jumping events, boxing, soccer, American football, and basketball. The exception is Uganda. They have had world champions in boxing and the 400 meter hurdles.
The brother isn't really that big tho. I would say it's actually the tattoos. Majority of locals are pretty religious and tattoos are frowned upon. He'll be fine tho. Tz is safe
Born and raised in Dar!!! Currently in the US! Austin, visit the US embassy! You’ll also get a lot of help there! I think I know where u are, Sinza? 😂 Its safe where you are, just enjoy yourself! Wait till you visit Arusha, Zanzibar, Bagamoyo. Have a friend to show you around Always keep some change on you and negotiate prices. Always say Hello, and Thank you!!! No mattar how small the gesture is!!!! You’ll see the love you get out there!!! Also dont be out late alone, The Favelas might hve given you a pass, You wont get it every where so please be careful!! Welcome to Tanzania 🇹🇿
Hi my name is Brandon and I just wanted to say thank you for this video. I’m actually making plans to go to Africa (Accra) so, after watching this video has giving me even more motivation to make the trip….
Yall see how Auston is doing everything he said he will do? He didn't go hide to DR,or Morocco like the other Afro US RU-vidrs. This is why I respect Auston and his movement about dating outside of the western countries
Austin it’s great seeing you traveling at a very young age! Speaking of traveling and all this passport bro stuff, there was this young guy 25 that got his passport back in 2003 and took his first ever flight to west Africa! That was me! Low key one if the original passport bros 😂😂😂
You are safe. Without the tatoos you could be from Zanibar. I look forward to seeing these videos. About 25 years ago I traveled to Bamako, Mali. I remember I was walking with a local brother he took me down an alley that was pitch black. I said to myself that I could be murdered here and no one would know. I was totally safe. In Africa I have spent many months in Sudan and a few weeks in Mali and Ethiopia. Never any crime towards me.
Masaki is the upscale part of Tanzania so there’s more diverse food such as Mexican on there. I know you like wings so try this spot called Salad for Days you won’t be disappointed
Nice. Keep exploring Africa. That’s where I’m heading for retirement. I hear Kegali Rwanda is the cleanest city in Africa. And, the best place for African Americans.
Rwanda is ok but Tanzania is better. I’ve lived in Tanzania for 3 years from NYC. Don’t get me wrong Rwanda is nice and clean but not much to do. I got bored and went back to Tanzania.
@@nicoler02902 I’m heading for Gambia when I retire but I like to explore other African countries. Rwanda is on my bucket list. Plus, I’m into train rides too. There are train rides from 🤔Nambia to South Africa. Very Upscale train rides. That’s on my bucket list too.
Yes! The luxury train ride out of South Africa are amazing so I hear. One day I want to save money and do this. Only I wish the train want own but black South Africans instead of the whites. @@lonnirenee7645
Love the videos as usual but I was glad to see that you mentioned that as blacks in the United States, we have been conditioned to believe that a group of black men in a poor looking area automatically means danger and that's not necessarily so. Thanks for pointing that out.✌🏾
A lot of Africa looks like that. Nice areas are there but u will always come into contact with these communities and infrastructure. Connect with Mark Meets Africa another young American Dude and a youtuber
Dar es salaam is a big city. Go to zanzibar and if you need a contact guide to do a tour? With the serengetti bro let me know i got a good masaai brother in arusha he wil give you a good price much love from the netherlands from a cape verdean brother!
Nah bro, you good. I go all the time and there’s no place I feel safer than TZ. You’ll love Zanzibar as well. The people are amazing. I love Kigali (Rwanda), Entebbe (Uganda) and Nairobi (Kenya). My wife is from TZ, they’re a proud and friendly people. I know about the lies we’ve been told about our home. Just relax and enjoy.
Hey Austin my best friend has been there for the last two years. He’s from the states, and he knows more than most other expats about the things that would interest you in Tanzania. I can put you in contact with him.
Good honest assessment, I swear all black brothas ever show here is chicas and I know nothing about the country or culture. This was a take of fresh air. finally
dope!!!! A lil advice: keep hand sanitizer w/you and wash your hands every place you settle. I got sick moving around touching shit. 🤷🏾♂️ Just FYI fam.
