We are going to Iran!
Yeah, we are!
To Iran? You are nuts!
Is it actually safe to travel to Iran?
In this video we want to tell our experience , in security matters, of such country.
We made this video to dismantle what we are seeing through the media.
Because once we turn the TV on, we only see:
Iran; the US...
Attacks, wars...
We only get the bad news. But what about the good ones?
Are you telling me that nothing good ever happens in Iran?
We got a lot of messages through Instagram to see if we were okay,
to see what was going on,
so we wanted to make this video to share our experience in this country
and to let you at ease.
During these las two years of this channel we have built a  beautiful comunity
and it means a lot to me these empathic people who care about us
and that have been constantly asking about our safety.
I say "don't worry we are fine".
So this video is for you, as well as the rest of the people
who have yet to discover this channel.
You'll be more than welcome when you do. Right?
So let's get to talk a bit about the trip, safety, and everything we experienced.
Yep
All that trouble that people think we had.
People think we were hiding: "be careful Raquel, don't let them see us, let's hide,
they have guns!" I mean, come on! It's not like that.
Let's get the fact crystal clear.
When it comes to security, let's start with the most important,
of what in my opinion was the most beautiful: its people.
It was really easy to get along with the people there, and many times it was them who tarted the conversation.
"Where are you from; how do they portray us from the outside?"
Because that's their main worry, knowing the idea we have from Iran.
We know their government, but we lack a lot of info about their people.
And that's what we want to show, the true value of the country.
When you talk to an Iranian
Are you sure they are called like that?
Well, when you talk to someone from Iran,no matter their age or gender,
you'll find out they are amazing people
we didn't have any problem
there never was a conflict of any kind with anybody
for the conversations we had.
They accept every question
and they explain everything.
Overall, they want you to clearly understand what is happening in their country.
I'd say I had never spoken to so many natives before in my previous trips.
We've been to other places where people show interest in you,
but not at the same level as Iran.
They are not annoying, they only want to get to know you
learn your culture, because they are blocked in such way
that are not allowed to know more of the world.
These people are what make Iran great
Everybody was great, the people were so nice,
but, did we have any problem?
Because that was the most frequent question we got
As a main issue, we only saw that some people try to trick you.
For example, when you get to the airport, you'll find some people that'll try to exchange some currency
by showing you the currency app. Don't listen to them
because Iranian currency is so devaluated that those numbers in apps or google are fake.
You'll have to go to exchange traders in the airport to know the real value of the currency.
That was the only big issue we had.
Also, when taking pictures with a tripod and depending on the location
for example in Tehran, the police may ask you to stop or "no pictures".
But that's was the biggest problem we had
The last days of our trip were a bit more complicated,
due to the attack from the US to Iraq
where the life of a very important Iranian General was taken.
And the what? Well it actually troubled a bit the ambience.
Were we affected by it?
Only because suddenly we saw lots and lots of propaganda.
Many signs of the General, lots of videos in every screen in the airport,
but the people went by as usual.
There were no bad regards to the tourists,
or to foreigners like us.
At all.
When we spoke with them about the death of the General,
honestly, many couldn't care less
They said they didn't care and it was just a part
of that government- which they are not really in favor.
On the other hand, we could see other few people who had put up some tents,
and were offering tea, biscuits,
and commemorated in some way the general.
There, one could see US and Israel flags on the ground, people were standing on them.
but I must say it was a minority.
The streets were full of people and then, a small group doing such things.
If you want more information about that, we uploaded some stories on Instagram
in situ
there, in the island, you can check them out.
The name says it all: the Islamic Republic of Iran
Don't worry, we'll make a video about the main historical events and cultural facts of Iran,
and we will talk about the 2.500 years of its history
But if we start from the present,
when you go there you discover they are actually living a "dictatorship".
The Islamic Republic of Iran is living with a government that gives the impression
of having elections every four years, where the people can choose their leader.
But
Is the head of the government who chooses the candidates: "this one, this one and this one".
And he is a conservative, he is very conservative and he is super conservative
Is that democratic?
Well... according to the government yes; but the people, they now it isn't.
That's why there are many marches
and that many people die, because the response there is quite severe.
But don't worry!
Even with a dictatorship they won't arrest you, or shoot you in the streets.
The streets were super calm and safe.
We didn't feel fear in any moment.
And we went out at night, sleeping in buses,
and at any moment we felt like it was dangerous.
We've seen many girls traveling alone, and when asking them,
they said they never had any problem.
That they felt very safe
Because it's not the same their government and their people.
People there are incredible respectful, very calm
it's a country where
we think there have good safety.
You could even go there with your children,
or alone, however you want, it's an amazing country!
We are talking about a country when in terms of economy they are not well
almost bankrupt
And that are hurting their people so much.
They are living an economic instability,
Everyday their currency devaluates, or it inflates and then drops,
but it tends to plummet.
They are fed up, but they put a smile
and live with joy and it seems that there's nothing wrong.
So we heartily wish they can find a solution and resolve their problems,
because these are the only issues you'll find there.
And as a tourist they won't even affect you.
So let's see if it works, and we make that wish.
and we'll see Iran at the top, like the country it used to be.
More progressivist
and overall, that people will come out of this
and can have wonderful lives, because they deserve it.
Many are the countries that campaign against Iran,
like the Unites States, like Saudi Arabia, Israel
We won't defend the Iranian government, 'cause there is no excuse,
but it's true that all these countries do is pollute the image we have of Iran, make it horrible.
And it's not true.
Because when you go there and everybody is amazing,
the country is beautiful
and it's nothing like portrayed by the media here, in Spain.
or in other countries, because there we met people from France, Mexico, Peru,
And they all said the same, that all the news that they see from Iran
are bad news.
But we are here to talk about the good stuff,
to say it is really worth the visit
and to show it to you up close.
Like in many other countries, the government sometimes is not the reflection
of the population.
And this is the case of Iran
The government does not represent at all its people.
We met people amazing,
We made very good friends,
and we loved the country, its wonderful landscapes,
The food... The food, the food was great.
The food there is something...
It's tasty, delicious, and besides, it has these flavors
it's different. So different at what we are used here.
Well, you'll see this content in the nexts videos,
because we have some videos prepared and...
about the landscapes we saw, the cities,
culture, habits, history...
gastronomy.
In conclusion,
we want you to know is don't be afraid to visit Iran,
it's complete safe there, we never had fear,
and we loved the experience.
It's one of our top three visited countries, by now.
Only left to say is that Iran is a very underestimated country
and the only way to really know it is when you are there.
But if you're still unsure wether to go or not
don't worry, 'cause we were there and we are going to show you all.
 
We talked to people, we've lived lots of experiences
that we want you to see, to live them with us,
And we'll assure you that once you finish this series
you'll be buying the ticket to go there.
As clear as water.
We hoped you enjoyed this video
that we erased some of that fear,
for those who want to visit the country,
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what would you like yo know that we haven't explained.
or any other curiosity about the country that crosses your mind.
Every question is welcome
and you know we always give an answer.
So the last thing to say, see you in the next video..
but we can't say anything, or it would be
spoiler!
Bye!
