A brilliant video Diana, you capture the spirit of a place, you inform, your passion flows freely. You make me smile & at the end almost cry with you! Take care and stay safe x 🙏❤🇬🇧
Diana, you've no idea how much your story resonates with me and my story. I was born in El Salvador but was forced to flea when I was a child. 44 years later, El Salvador calls me back.
@@dianawanderlust 11:20 what is wrong with you? in one sentence you are saying that gangmemers killed civilians every day and next you are conserned because gang members have no rights in prison. You are brain washed with liberal talking points that kills people in the west every day.
As an American who has gone to Salvi 5 times over 15 years and just got back in May of 2023, there is nothing remotely wrong with Salvi. The people are friendly, it is a beautiful country and I have gone alone 3 times and never encountered any problems at all. The bus she is talking about, I took from Salvi to Guatemala City and back again. There were no problems, it cost $40 one way and I was alone. Don't believe everything you read or hear.
@@TheresaofTheWorld You'll have a blast. I would recommend seeing the sights in the City. Go to the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Nacional Palace is gorgeous. Church of the Rosary is very unique. Then try to get to the beach. I like La Libertad but if you want to hang around a bunch of expats and surfers go to Sunzal. I don't so I avoid it. Go to the mountains Tamanique is pretty cool. If you have time, take the bus I mentioned and travel to Guatemala. That was fun. Avoid the taxis and use Uber. Uber drivers prefer cash so take cash with you. Salvi runs on American dollars so I always take about $300 cash in small bills - $1, $5 and $10 so you can tip and pay for little things. In the city you can obviously use your debit card. If you have any questions I'm happy to answer. I love Salvi. It's a beautiful, safe country and I hope it stays as fresh as it is. If you like ruins, I recommend San Andres. A short trip from the City. Tazumal is also a nice one. They don't compare to some of the great ruins in the world, but they are very cool to see. Also try to get to the Mercado Nacional de Artesinas to buy some knick knacks and Picnic is a gorgeous place to eat up in the hills.
The people that told you that San Salvador is dangerous are haters they don’t want people to know that El Salvador is the safest country in Central America.
Wow! Amazing video Diana, you bring the story of El Salvador to life with great videography and heartfelt narration. The raw emotions you display as you connect with the locals based on your own life experiences is very moving. You are wise beyond your years Diana, and you’re beautiful spirit shines brightly in these videos. Keep up the outstanding work 👍
Dear Diana, your video has great information, showing the life and culture of El Salvador. I do want to say that there are still Indigenous people in El Salvador in towns like Izalco, Nahuizalco, Santo Domingo de Guzman and Panchimalco. In 1934, there was a masacre called La Matanza where mostly Indigenous people were killed. The government of that time forbid the language and cultural outfits for many decades; our Indigenous people are still alive in El Salvador. ❤🇸🇻
You were emotional and cry because it is great to know some countries and places really are changing for good. Humanity is no losing the road. For peace, for hope. The hope and calm that you can see in people's faces is contagious. 😢❤
It's amazing a forainer can express exactly what i feel about My country, they good Things and the Bad Things, i love this country, i call this feeling "the salvadoran life experience" and it's undiscribable
Hi ya Diana….Lovely to see you again and to also see and feel how passionate you are towards the El Salvadorian people and their plight and hopeful freedom…..You are so blessed to be doing what you are doing and thank you for sharing this with us….Keep safe and careful, as always….Coby x PS Have a coffee on me….
I love how you learnt the history of the country to understand the politics of it. That's how I want to travel too, learn the history and politics of a country, and the archeology. One understands how the world works
Thank you for your tears and honest thoughts. You understand what our people are going through , unfortunately many outside of ES do not. Thank you for putting it into words and showing an appreciation for what the people of Georgia and El salvador were and are going through. Awesome video! 👌 from a salvadran American in New Jersey great job!
Diana, I am from El Salvador and I know the entire history of my country, and I want to say thank you very much for showing our country in such a transparent and exciting way that from the bottom of my heart, this video of yours is one, if not the best I have seen, I share your ideas.
Hi Diana , I’m Salvadorian and I was feeling so emotional the way that you explained the history of people in El Salvador THANK YOU for trusting and visiting us 🤗
why people keeps calling the most dangerous city????..............that was the past ladies and gentleman........NOW EL SALVADOR IS THE SAFEST COUNTRY IN THE AMERICAS......
Diana, this is your best video till date, you have presented very special information to the audience in a very good way.. This video also shows that you have excellent understanding of different subjects. Keep going dear, waiting for your India tour..❣️ love from India 🎉u r so kind u love people u care abt humanity n values u hv a beautiful heart ❤
Congrats on 5k+ you deserve so much more! I'm doing a collective catch-up on your videos; I had visa issues and so much stress the past few months but luckily my visa got prolonged for another year. I went to Frankfurt because my dad was visiting for the book fair from Tbilisi, due to his work and my brother arrived as well. We crashed at a Georgian friend's whom we hadn't seen for a long time but we never ended up going to the Book-fair as this year was super-crowded, with fans cuing up for hours to meet their favorite authors...Despite not going, I ended up filming so much in the 3/4 days we spent there...and my book translation might get published but I shouldn't say hop before the jump. Rambled on, now to your video: 1) I like the way you structured it, with news bits and commentary in the beginning. 2) Nice shot of the priest. 3) your commentary always comes from your heart -> loved the comparison with Georgia. Will you be voting in these important times, even though you don't live in Georgia? The current government needs to go...
Thank you for one more insight into another country that I only noticed on a map until today. It is very nice to see how your vlogs evolve and I love to see a lot more. Stay healthy, curious and open minded. Have always safe travels and buen camino.
Great video! Hope you felt welcome in El Salvador. Just 3 points where I differ with views expressed in your video. First, whoever told you not to go to San Salvador has not been to San Salvador in a long time. It is a very safe and green city. Maybe they just wanted you to avoid traffic. Traffic is horrendous. Secondly, I live here in El Salvador and I can testify that you don’t have to worry about wearing the numbers “13” or “18” anymore ESPECIALLY if you’re a tourist. I go to soccer games and watch kids wear it on their backs, something that used to be taboo. It used to be dangerous because of the gang association, but we are free now! And lastly, you stated that most people don’t trust the government here. This really surprised me. Statistics (internationally recognized polling organizations like Gallup) have consistently shown that 90% of Salvadorans do trust the current President and government so there is a disconnect here with what you experienced. It may be that you mostly spoke to the people in the opposing minority who don’t like how El Salvador is advancing. As far as the arrest of gang members, I’m sure there are innocent people imprisoned but I’ve had friends and acquaintances who have been released from jail after investigations showed their innocence. No country is exempt from this sad reality not the US, not Georgia and certainly not El Salvador. What’s great is that the vast majority now feel free to visit family members and friends in what used to be rival gang territory. People go out at all hours of the day, ride public transportation without fear, delivery guys go into what used to be red zones, kids are not being recruited into gangs while in school, homes aren’t being taken over by criminals and people are really optimistic about the future. I loved the moment towards the end when you got emotional. It shows a genuine feeling of solidarity and empathy. Thank you for your visit and hope you come back soon!
Please be aware that the ones complaing about those who are in prison might be iether relatives or wifes of gansters who used to extorsion, murder or even rape inocent citizens. They many of them were completely aware about the gangsters doing but would say nothing because they were also benefitting. Honest every day working people do not fear the authorities but those who may be involved in crime will always fear them. Thanks for visitting El Salvador.
Im salvadorian living the change in my country. I experienced the before and after and believe me that no one fears the army or police but the criminals or relatives of gangster that are in jail now. And yes, people arrested is investigated and many has been released. Thanks for visited my country ❤ and sharing.
People in general stare anybody they see; so don't feel uncomfortable. It's their own way to be; here or in the US. And you are right about art in general and music. It's kind of sad, romantic if you will. And yes fear is part of life.
Diana!!! You did a great video about my country that's what we need people that really tell the truth about what is going on in the country. You experienced yourself the life of the people there. GREAT JOB!!!
Excelente video. Solo para decirte que somos nosotros los ciudadanos de este noble y bello país quienes hemos decidido poner fin a tanta violencia he injusticia de cada rincón del país y no vamos a tolerar qué cambie el rumbo de positivo a negativo, eso si que NO. Nosotros sabemos que voto MASIVO MATA FRAUDE Y ya quedo demostrado acá, qué EL DINERO ALCANZA CUANDO NADIE SE LO ROBA. felicidades y bendiciones
Hello thank you visiting my country and make all of those good remarks. Just let me give my point of view as Salvadoran about what you say of people not liking the government well I don't know where you get that idea might be from foreign press? If you ask every person if they like Nayib Bukele you will be surprise and he is the government so don't let a few propaganda pro- gangs out there confuse you. Ask what the people feel, please the people don't listen Soros propaganda againts the people of my country.
It is beautiful what You got to experience un My country Even You didnt go to the countryside it's amazing, i've lived un San Salvador My Home life and i have 1 year living in the countryside and it's amazing a other parte of the salvadoran life experience
I just got back from El Salvador after 12 yrs of not visiting due to the gang violence. I stayed mostly in San Salvador and went to the historic city center late at night on several occasions. I never felt unsafe in my 2 weeks there. I got an opportunity to speak with the ppl there and I heard both sides of the story regarding the safety and security most ppl now feel and the heavy handed approach the govt has taken (Including unjust arrests). While there is no denying this uncomfortable reality I think overall it has, in the short term, been a net positive. Only time will tell if abuse of power gets out of control. Hopefully not. The ppl have suffered for long enough. On another note, you mentioned you didnt see any of the indigenous population at the beginning of the video. There is a small town I visited not too far from San Salvador called Panchimalco (I think that's how you spell it). It was established by the indigenous population that were fleeing Spanish rule. Its surrounded by mountains and is nestled in the valley below near "devils door" cool place to check out. We got some traditional hand made fabrics that were made by the towns cooperative. I'm glad your experience was as pleasant as mine
It took me 2 weeks to see this video because of the title ! You sure change it because your message is beautiful everything what you said about your country Georgia , that’s my biggest fear too ❤
Thank you for sharing this! I still think about El Salvador almost every day. I was there in August. Wish you guys the peace and happiness with all my heart
Thank you for sharing this! I still think about El Salvador almost every day. I was there in August. Wish you guys the peace and happiness with all my heart
I feel it's important to share my perspective as someone who has lived in El Salvador my entire life, particularly as a post-war individual with no direct experience of that era. The issue of gangs has always been present, but I must admit, I have personally never found myself in a situation where I felt threatened or scared by anyone less by a gang member. It's crucial to note that gang activities were concentrated in specific areas, not widespread across the entire country as often perceived from foreigners and even Salvadorans who left the country during the war time. This isn't to deny the existence of these groups, but to clarify that their presence isn't as ubiquitous as commonly believed. Indeed, their influence was significant, especially since they operated in densely populated regions. On a personal note, I have never ventured beyond the main streets of these areas for obvious reasons, and have always felt safe. While some might consider my experience, and that of my family and friends, as fortunate or atypical, it does offer a different perspective on life in El Salvador amidst the concerns about gang activity. The current president's radical approach to addressing gang violence has had mixed reactions. People living in areas directly affected by gangs were understandably relieved. However, this approach has raised concerns due to the extent of incarcerating individuals without concrete proof of their involvement with gangs. Many argue that there was no alternative, yet I believe that a more measured approach, involving thorough investigations, would have led to the incarceration of those truly responsible. This method might have been potentially more effective in the long-term stability and justice within our communities. In response to your comment about "people now being able to have a normal life," I believe this perspective doesn't fully encapsulate the reality. Speaking from my own experience and that of those around me, I've always had what I would consider a normal life. This includes growing up in a regular family, living in a typical house, attending school, pursuing higher education at a university, and now holding a regular job.
Thank you Diana for sharing such touching story and awesome video. I hear all the plazas you showed on the video are more amazing now, beautifully restored.
The truth is I live here in North America, Canada and I’m going to tell you something I been to some cities in the USA that are scary, unsafe as soon you get away from the main streets you are in another world. So I think El Salvador it’s going in the right direction and NO the government is democratically elected. It’s not perfect, but far better than what use to be. I’m going there in eastern it’s the best time to go.
Been a while since I've seen one of your videos. I enjoyed your take on the country... especially from your unque perspective. The bitcoin thing is interesting. As always the style of storytelling you've developed for your videos is captivating... at least to me... but you already know I'm a fan. Cheers and adventure on!
@@dianawanderlust part of it is in the editing that doesn't linger... and coupled with your candor sprinkled with a quirky sense of humor that makes your videos engaging. you have a great way of making a point backed with visuals. also, particularly moving in this one is relating and connecting your own experiences in your home country with El Salvador. :)
@@dianawanderlust I hope that you`re still experiencing the world and enjoy it! Miss your updates and worry a bit when you`re silent. Calm me down. Please.
I was born in El Salvador but I left when I was 18 years old now I am 56 now. I cried with you and became emotional too, because I felt your honesty and emotions. God bless you ❤❤❤❤❤❤
I am a supporter of my President Buquele and you are a beautiful girl with a fair and honest perspective and opinions please feel welcome in my beloved fatherland of El Salvador
My grandparents and dad fled Salvador during the civil war and I've always been told I cannot go back to Salvador because it's too dangerous. It's left me feeling so stripped of family, culture, a life I could have had. It gives me so much hope for the future knowing I could maybe go someday 💖
I was born in El Salvador I haven’t gone in 9 years seems safer now. I always find it funny when people eat pupusas with a fork and a knife. Suludos desde North Hollywood California. 😊
2:52 Regarding this moment, my apologies in the name of El Salvador, that guy is definitely against the government, nothing wrong with that, but if they say they are against Bitcoin, they still should be nice with foreigners. Most of Salvadorans don't use Bitcoin, but they will explain to you patiently why they don't use it.
Have to return to El Salvador, everything is change after December last year and now El Salvador is named the most safer of the continent over or same Holland