Welcome to the America!
Yes, checked in late to the hostel, much to the chagrin of the owner, Jeff! Found him at the bar down the street! Sounded gruff on the phone but was very nice in person, very knowledgeable.
China visa video doing okay, 500+ views so far. Keep the stories a coming, Stevie!
How was the crossover into the US? Not bad, though nerve-racking, border guard was curious how long I was going to be in the country, asked me what I do for work, and how I was going to get around. She looked a little skeptical about my idea to take the bus and train around. Why am I coming here? Because NO ONE is saying anything nice about the country, I gotta see it for myself!
And, I’m soaked!
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00:00 Raw Niagara Intro
00:37 Soaked at Cave of the Winds
02:45 Park Side Prices and Thirst
03:46 What to Do on US Side
05:12 Hostel Check In Debacle Setup
08:00 Border Politics and City Reality
09:38 Food Portions and Daily Costs
11:14 China Visa Video Backlash
14:03 Crossing the Rainbow Bridge
14:57 US Transit Shock and Itinerary
19:19 Maps Confusion and Locked Hostel
21:39 Phone Plan Fails
22:29 Seeking Help Nearby
23:31 Gas Station Lifeline
26:37 Tracking Down Jeff
29:56 Bar Encounter Check In
31:30 Hostel Life And Fees
35:35 Next Stop Buffalo
38:10 Niagara History Lesson
46:31 Wrap Up And Links
