Philadelphia, PA: Cheesesteak, street art & a drug district | Dark reality of the USA

What are your thoughts of Philadelphia, friends? Is this a city you would like to visit? Also, check out the sponsor of this video Level8Cases to find your dream suitcase for the next trips: www.clkmg.com/LEVEL8/DariStep

Are you planning to visit the "Amish community" in Pennsylvania? They usually sell great homemade breads, chesses, pastries and more. The best kind of homemade food. They cook from scratch, no preservatives. Pennsylvania has one of the biggest Amish communities in the USA. They refuse technology and have a kind of life, like in the 1800's

It's always a good day when Dari posts a video.

When I first arrived in New York I also thought Shen Yun looked good. I even brought it up in class and a Chinese student spoke up and said “oh no! Thats just propaganda.” She made me seem pretty dumb but later when I realized she was right I was glad I had the type of class where people (students) felt comfortable enough to speak up. She saved myself and others from wasting our money. And I learned not to talk about something hypothetically or to use hyperbole. You have to actually have the experience yourself-firmly- especially in New York City.

Thank you for the trip to Philadelphia. In the last two weeks the new mayor there has attempted a cosmetic crackdown of two blocks at Kensington and Allegheny Avenues. Removal of winter tents and scrubbing the sidewalks has only pushed the encampments of homeless addicts to the neighborhood sidestreets. The poverty and crime experienced there still is a blight upon an otherwise beautiful city.

You always give an honest opinion, and that's important and appreciated.

Very happy Dari to see that you are ok! Philadelphia is really a beautiful city and you introduced it to us in a wonderful way. Your videos are always so beautiful! Thank you and wish you all the best. Take care💕🪻🌷⚘️

This is a really good first video hitting many of the main 'touristy' spots. I live just outside Philly and concur about the breadth of the art and the homeless tragedy. The Liberty Bell cracked after being rung for the first time. It was recaste twice, but kept splitting. Also, Reading Market is a fantastic spot for many of us in the area as a great place for a variety of foods. Sorry about your experience with cheesesteaks. I suspect that it was so busy and you didn't get the full experience. You can add any veggies (I add tomato, pickles, mushrooms and fried onions) and many of us add ketchup, too. Just plain shredded beef and cheese doesn't really do it justice. Glad you got off the beaten path and got to see more than the standard tourist traps. I don't often go into Philly anymore, except for sporting events. Great video, Dari!

I appreciated the brief tour of Philadelphia, Dari. It's a relief that you avoided exploring Kensington by yourself, but I'm grateful you mentioned it. Always stay safe there. 🙌🙌

Hi, I finally got to see your video about Philadelphia.Thank you for your unique perspective. Mine is that Philadelphia is the city of brotherly love and is very historical as part of the 13 colonies. It was even the capitol of the U.S. for a day I believe. Thanks for the facts on the mural and the art and architecture! And for highlighting the negatives of homelessness and drug misuse. I mostly come to Philadelphia now just to watch football as my friends are Eagles fans. Again, thanks for creating such wonderful content. It will be nice to look back some day to reflect and admire your experiences via your videos.

Super awesome video as always. Thanks for the tour.

Hi Dasha! Thank you for your video. You walked more steps in this one day than I have all month. 😅 I'm a fan of the Pocono Mountains in eastern Pennsylvania. My wife and I stayed at a skiing resort near Bushkill Falls. There's lots of hiking in that region all times of the year. We also thought the town of Stroudsburg was very pretty, and might be down your alley. I'm sure there's lots of other gems to be found in that area. Take care! 👍

wow dari, so fun to watch you! you are so positive and genuine and glow so brightly :) keep the videos coming!

Another great video Dari. It's been years since I have been to Philadelphia. I really enjoyed all that you showed us warts and all. Thank you!

Dari is amazing ❤❤❤

You didn’t do the most touristy thing of all in Philly - you didn’t run up the stairs of the Philadelphia Museum of Art like Rocky!

Wow Dari! Portions are huge. That pancake is massive! Thank you for your video The art is fantastic.

You need to experience the Mummers Parade in Philly.

Thanks! Nice hair !

City looked good for a visit, but you are right about the dodgy areas. Loved that massive pancake but I bet you enjoyed it. Echoes of Rocky on some of the scenes you showed us which was fun and surprised about the number of museums but good to see. Cradle of the free USA, and still have the bell! Enjoyed this one and interested to see your views on the other cities you visited.