1st Arrival in Kolkata was a NIGHTMARE!...Then THIS happened 🇮🇳

The video documents the initial leg of a journey to India, starting in Hanoi, Vietnam, and arriving in Kolkata, India. The narrator, Marco Roams, shares his experiences navigating airports, dealing with transportation, and his first impressions of Kolkata. The journey begins at Hanoi airport, where Marco notes the high prices of food, particularly a banh mi costing $7.50 USD, which he considers expensive for the local economy. He also humorously bends the airport rule about not leaving belongings unattended due to the weight of his luggage. After a slight confusion with gate assignments, he boards his flight. On the plane, he reviews a beef and cheese sandwich from "Fresh Garden," giving it a low score of 3 out of 10 due to stale cheese, but acknowledges the beef was good. Upon landing in Kolkata, India, Marco expresses surprise at the initial lack of crowds, describing the airport area as a "ghost town" and contrasting it with his expectations of a crowded India. He encounters initial stress with ride-sharing apps, specifically an issue with an Uber pickup point and a driver who doesn't seem to understand the app's navigation. He is eventually picked up by a polite Uber driver who offers "first-class service." His first drive through Kolkata reveals unexpected cleanliness around the airport, which he contrasts with some "disgusting" city images he's seen online. However, this impression is short-lived as the roads quickly become chaotic. He observes numerous cows and dogs on the roadside, constant honking, and a truck carrying an excessive number of people in its back, highlighting the challenging working conditions for women. He questions the purpose of the incessant honking, speculating it's a mix of communication and assertiveness. The narrator's hotel search leads him to the "SG International Hotel." After some confusion navigating to the entrance, involving directions to walk around and encountering locked gates, he finally finds the hotel. Upon checking in, he realizes he mistakenly booked his stay for the following month instead of the current night. This requires him to rebook, and he arranges to go to an ATM to pay. During the drive to the ATM, Marco expresses his anticipation for Indian food and discusses the local beer, Kingfisher. A dramatic moment occurs when he witnesses a near-accident and believes he saved a person's life by shouting a warning. Back at the hotel, Marco is shown to his room, Room 301. He notes the room is clean and has a city view but is extremely noisy due to constant honking. He attempts to get a quieter room, but the available options either lack a desk or are still noisy. He eventually settles for a room further from the road, which is described as "super deluxe" but lacks a desk. After some negotiation and assistance from hotel staff, he is moved to another room, Room 300, which is described as quieter and has a desk, though he notes it has a "city view" but the noise is still a factor. He expresses his intention to stay for a night or two before moving on. Later, Marco heads out to find food and drinks. He learns about "New Market Kolkata," an old market with historical significance, where he hopes to find alcoholic beverages. He navigates through a bustling and chaotic area, which he notes appears to be a predominantly Muslim area, making obtaining alcohol more complicated. He eventually finds a shop selling Kingfisher beer. He is advised not to drink on the street and uses a paper bag to conceal the beer. He meets two individuals, Karina and S, who offer to take him to a place for food. While they are with him, he manages to get his beer opened with assistance. He enjoys the Kingfisher beer, noting its strength. He then proceeds to a restaurant, a "Muslim restaurant," where he realizes he cannot consume the beer he purchased. He orders food, including Mutton Biryani and Chicken Handi Masala, which he finds delicious and not overly spicy. He also tries a "Laori" drink, a product from a company founded by IIT dropouts, which he finds unpleasant, comparing its taste to cigarettes mixed with lemon. The video concludes with Marco reflecting on the experience, the taste of the food, and the challenges of noise and local customs. He signs off, promising more Indian videos and recommending other videos on his channel.