BANNED FROM THE USA (TRUE STORY) // Hasta Alaska // S05E06
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- Опубликовано: 15 ноя 2024
- I can't believe that this is actually a true story!
This is the Full story about how I got banned from the USA.
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Full-time travel and living the life of a digital nomad isn't always glamorous. In fact, sometimes it can be quite challenging with all the visa problems and bureaucratic red tape. This time I ran into a problem I didn't see coming with the US immigration and ended up getting banned from entering the US completely.
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As Winston Churchill once said If you’re going through hell, keep going. never never never give up !
wait for next week's episode
Kombi Life I live in Anchorage, could I meet you when you roll on through?
Black Sheep probably arson
Kombi Life I am a huge fan and was wondering if I could have the Kombi. It would mean the world to me. I hope I can restore your burnt abode. Thank you for reading hope for a response. Sincerely Waffles.😊
Unlike all these fake dramas on RUclips, your events are real and amazing. Love this channel.
Mischief sunk due to hurricane
How do you know it is not fake? in fact, my observation is that the drama here is very well scripted it is impossible to differentiate it from reality, a new fake we've never seen before, the satanic main stream media plot similar dramas and hoaxes which are shown to (sheep) people as reality and hence media make tons of money.
M. H. I understand your sarcasm.
M. H. its fake
i wrote some episodes
bbc funded some
M H - before reading your comment I was just saying out loud that youtube has been putting out a new level of reality TV that people don't realize is what it is, since the production value is different than TV reality TV. The other trick of it is that people still believe youtubers at this level are real.
The media spot in this episode revealed it, among other clues.
i thought this guy was a dummy when he said alaska is in canada until i found out he named his dog alaska lol
Really nice storytelling, Ben. You are a born filmmaker, and I fully acknowledge your skills in doing this all on your own, probably on a small laptop without the support of a gang of editors, musicians, directors, cameramen like most other (less good) documentaries! As people say: Authenticity has no competition. Keep up the good work!
watching you guys and the amazing acts of kindness from strangers around the world keeps my faith in humanity alive. good luck with the many many adventures to come
I shed a tear every time I see your reunion with Alaska. Another great episode!
thanks - glad to hear you liked it - and thanks for being part of the Kombi Crew
I LOVE your storytelling. And the way you integrate the sponsor is amazing.
This has to be the most exciting of ALL my RUclips subscriptions. I'm on the edge of my chair. Unbelievable turn of events. I was going to say bad luck, but with the support you've had I'm sure this is just another step in a great journey. I wish I could click more the LIKE button. Jolly good show... pip pip... mad dogs and English men. Speaking as a Brit and not offending Alaska.
The Alaska Ben reunion was so heartwarming
She missed her daddy although she seemed to have had enjoyed the time in Canada too. But being back with was super important to her.
I'm very excited for the future stories
Hasta la proxima vez
Sweden ;)
Pretty amazing how the bus spontaneously caught on fire after you being granted a visa in the USA
Rancho Transmission to the rescue! That's awesome! I've heard of those guys for years.
Rancho Transaxles deserve a serious amount of High 5's - without them there would have been no more Kombi Adventures
Kombi Life
Is Kombi the name of your VW Camper van?
When I finally need/get
a new transmission for my 69 Ghia.. you guys get the business..
Great work! Even watching the blog and knowing the outcome, the official episode is deeply satisfying.
+Michael Young thanks Michael, glad to hear the episode was a good one and thanks for supporting it.
I’m so happy that you were able to get the Visa! You’re adventure story has been amazing!
DUDE and DUDETTE!!!! Wow this episode actually brought a few tears. I love your story. I am surprised that anyone would give you a thumbs down. Keep rockin', stay safe and keep filming! Carry on!
Every single time I watch these videos I am blown away by the quality. Thanks Kombi Life!
Thank YOU Peter!
My '68 VW Bus had a transmission problem back in the 90's. The 4th gear shift fork was worn and would not hold in 4th gear. A bungee cord from stickshift to seat belt bracket held it for a few thousand then no more. I too went to a gearbox specialist who first replaced the fork with another used shiftfork which did not work after reinstallation. I pulled the transaxle a second time and he reworked the original shift fork brazing material onto it. Reinstalled and left on a 4000 mile trip the following day. Ah memories.
I teared up a little bit when you said the kombi burnt down. It’s just one thing after another isn’t it??! Love this series 🖤
I Z M R I did too!😭
How the kombi got burnt?
Alden, that's what i'm wondering. it doesn't seem like the kind of thing that spontaneously combusts.
My mouth just dropped when he said that.
I’ve worked around cars just about all my life. Parked cars just don’t catch fire. This was deliberate.
Insurance scam and obtaining compassion from donors. Nothing else! Boom, magic new VW, CB custom engine etc.
Drive up to Scotland as a spinoff episode..?
Man you're here too!
Never been to Britain, but wouldn't that be like a day trip? The entire island is smaller than most US States, and you can cross most of them in under a day.
I approve
R Anthony Rupp IV it takes ages to drive to the Scottish highlands, as all the roads are really small. From end to end of the UK it takes 13+ hours
travel isn't about a destination it's about a Journey - and I'm pretty sure we can fit Scotland into out next Journey
This series is the best and most epic journey I have ever watched!
This is the first episode I have watched and it’s incredibly well put together and endearing.
Heartbreaking distance between puppy Alaska and the best reunion...
Now my favourite channel and I can’t wait to get finished work to start from Season 1...
I wish you the best of luck from Ireland and thank you kindly for sharing...
Thanks Colin, and welcome to the adventure
God this is so well edited!
WOW! What a truly, truly amazing story! I've seen you on Instagram, but never realized the full extent of what you went through!
Whoa. Bloody hell! Way to persevere guys, talk about a series of trials and tribulations
Blooty hell!!
OBJECTION!
Yet another awesome episode and we can't wait for the next one! We especially loved how excited Alaska was to see you!
15:45 ..' I've come to populate this sparsely populated area..'
lol. Great video.
Lmao
"High quality?"
Great documentary filming and a wonderful story! Enormously heartwarming and I shall now go back to the beginning and watch the whole tale....
I’ve watched a couple of your videos bc they were recommended and I absolutely love them and your puppy Alaska 😭😍❤️❤️
welcome to Kombi Life Justa
I'm not crying i promise, i just caught up on your story greetings from London, I'm looking forward to your future videos Ben, Leah, and Alaska!.
Some awesome people in this world, with some awesome acts of kindness. Thank you for sharing.
I can only take my hat off to the 2 of you. May your travel spirit never leave you. Only my very, very best wishes from very far away in South Africa.
Watching Alaska welcome you back - priceless!😊
Hey fellow travelers!! I've quietly been her so she the first video, literally teared up when You and Alaska reunited ❤️❤️❤️ I'm so happy that the trip is back on and I get to see it! You guys are so inspirational, I can't wait to start my adventure after I graduate, Kombi life definitely helped me make up my mind 😊
So happy you received a second Visa. I had a similar issue several years ago in Canada trying to get to Alaska... I made it one way or another haha...
Incredible ending to the episode...
I've watched on and off over the years and there is no way that bus isn't gonna make it up!!
Congrats on the visa and I'm looking fwd to seeing you finish this!
Cheers from Aus
How did your Kombi catch fire? Suspicious.
Amazing journey!!! I’ve loved this series. I was holding my breath through this episode to see if you got the visa. Thank you so much for sharing the ups, downs and loop-the-loops of kombi life.
thanks for sharing it with us
i think this is one of your better episodes, really good job with the editing and pacing. Can’t wait for next one!
Have been binge watching you videos all weekend. You guys are so resilient when most people would’ve given up. I think this is my favourite channel. Been subbed to you for a long while but haven’t watched in a while and now starting to catch up. I love VW campers and its been my mission to own one for the last 25 years and am still no closer. One day though and if there is a message from your videos its never give up on your dreams. Well done guys.
That's right 😉 Thank you so much for watching!!
15:50 "and I'm bringing my high quality British seed" "High quality?" That was great
Alaska really is amazing and kudos for your persistence to get there! It sucks you had to fight so hard for it just because you have a different lifestyle...can't wait to see more💚
11:18 : Story goes that during that period, local squirrels' average body fat dropped by 12%. Well done, Alaska.
By the way, how do you say "Park your butt" in spanish??
ObamaoZedong you must of used Google translate because that's wrong context wise 😂
It sounded like "espera" (wait) and "echate" (lie down). It could be siéntate (sit down) -- Edit: I meant to say that she could have said "siéntate" or "sentado", commonly used for "sit'. But "échate" is also a dog command that means "down"...
How about "parque su culo".
Parko yo butto 👍
Estaciona tú trasero, parkea is like spanglish L.A. slang. If you want culo then that means ass.
Yeah I’m joining your patreon tomorrow. I can’t wait for the next episode and to see you guys succeed. This channel is amazing. I binge watched every single hasta Alaska episode in 2 days. I’m addicted.
Wow what a roller coaster of drama, I'm very glad you were okay tough
Wow though after this is such an amazing video.
The power of this community is like no other, and even then the people who have helped you along the way.
Good luck with future travels and I’ll be sure to keep watching you in the future
you sir, are everything i love about this world, you are everything i love about humankind, you sir are a legend, keep traveling, keep exploring, and keep pumping those heart warming stories of yours, good luck.
I cannot believe I just found your channel and now am teared up and crying over your story lol!!! I cannot believe your story up to this point. I know it's been over a year now and I have some catching up to do lol!! Your story has given me back some faith in humanity. I cannot wait to watch more from here.
Merry Christmas to all both and your families. I pray that 2019 is your greatest year yet!
Michelle💖
"And I'm bringing my high quality seed", "high quality?"
PartiZAn18 that was hilarious
Thoroughly enjoyed your adventure.
Thank you for inviting us along.
As an aside, I genuinely feel pity for what must be a joyless existence
of the 213 individuals who gave a 'thumbs down'. A reaction I cannot begin to understand.
Wow crazy.. glad I found your channel last week because of Robert Skinner...
Glad you found us. Welcome.
What a story ! Man great to see you never give up ... stay strong & follow your dreams ! I’m a VW guy ! Keep rolling any way you have to over come !
I've gotta say I admire your perseverance. Chin up mate!!!
An amazing addition to your wonderful story.
Very best to you folks and your puppy.
Cheers, Pete
i know this vid is old but it really deserves much much more attention than its been given. i was surprised when i saw there were less than 1mil views, in which i honestly think it deserves far more than that
Thanks Jack.
Thank you for your journeys and faith and passion and never giving up. Love you guys!
Wow! Your story is so amazing and crazy. I can't believe the Kombi caught on fire! It's pretty awesome that you're pulling it now, LOL! What a awesome story though, thank you so much for sharing this.
thanks sharing the adventure with us John
kindness from strangers around the world. keep us posted
I know this was 2 years ago but all you had to do was go to Mexico and walk into California and you will be treated better than a US citizen.
From a fellow British serial traveller: respect! You deal with the highs and the lows so well and you move on with grace. Not to mention that you make some bloody good videos!
You are Great, your Girl is Great, your Dog is HYPER GREAT, your t2 Van is Great, Your story is.... Good luck with te rebuild !
Cheers Paul
This restores my faith in people. Awesome story guys and good luck to you. If you're ever in Tillamook Oregon, come hang out on the river with us!!
Aaand as soon as Alaska saw him I started crying like a baby
This is the craziest adventure vlog I’ve ever seen! I am totally blown away by your resilience and fight to make this happen. Wow dude, very inspiring.
This was posted not that long ago but the comments all say 2 mouths ago
George gaines vlogs and games That’s because it’s been available for people who support him on patreon
Correcto - Kombi Crew have binge watch access to the whole series because they helped make it happen. Binge watch here: www.patreon.com/kombilife/posts?tag=Hasta%20Alaska%20Episodes
George gaines vlogs and games Yeah I feel like we've seen him visit Jersey before about last year he uploaded a video when he was on that island he said it was his home. So CONFUSED 🤔😐
Just found your channel, now going to binge watch all of them from the beginning.
“Alaska’s in canada” bruh what😂
He's on about the dog
Safa I was confused aswell.
The dog
I think he meant the dog I was confused too but thinking about it yeah it was the dog 🤷♀️🤦♀️😂
It’s in the United States
I spotted you guys in Jade Cove CA last year around october. I'm a brit and was doing a minor road trip up the pacific coast in a '73 beetle I'd bought in LA. I can't wait to go back and finish my journey. Just hope I'm allowed back in. Best of luck, currently writing from Whistler BC and sending positive vibes.
A+, Great Episode!
Thanks for supporting our production and great to hear that you liked it :)
watching Kombi life always makes me realise how much adventure and excitement is out there. You both have such incredible courage and perseverance, and haven proven 100000 times over It's just up to us to have the courage and go out to claim the adventure. Thank your for being so inspirational.❤️❤️❤️
Wow, what else can we say? What an update!
Wow just absolutely wow words can not describe my love for your exploration and the drive you have given me. Thank you so much 🙏🏽
wow i am soo early !! notif squad??
Smart people enable notifications for Kombi Life ;)
omg u replied!!
Wow, thank you so much for sharing your story. I'm also planning to drive the Pan American highway, building my vehicle for it right now. If you're ever in the area, I've got a huge garage in Edmonton and am very mechanically inclined. I'd love to help out with anything you might need. You're welcome to store the Kombi here too if you need, nice indoor heated parking. I'm off to see if you documented the Darien Gap part of your trip...
You literally can't write this stuff up....
This is such an epic journey! Im from chile and ive been watching some (not all) of your videos and it's such an amazing tale to tell to your kids in the future. Keep going dude and remember that the reward will be enormous!
So, is the Kombi already given away or has it not been yet?
it's gone mate
i wish i started following you sooner! Leah was walking Alaska at the same park i took my dog to, and it would have been amazing for our pups to meet!
I wish you could travel to Ireland and visit. beautiful country. My country😊
we're on our way
Kombi Life You just made my day! You will love Ireland! Make sure to visit Co.Louth. Ireland will fix your hunger for exploring.
I visited last summer, it was great!
Shackleford faced same issues. I’m just a noob to your series, but love it. I’m on a road trip of sorts and watching your video makes me wish I was 10-20:years younger.
How did it catch fire?
next week mate :)
sounds like sabotage
Was the new transmission sitting in the backseat when it caught fire and lost?
Seems pretty obvious that the kombi caught fire when it was being moved off that property. Someone volunteered to tow it to when that family relocated and an accidental fire broke out. (likely faulty electrical wiring which is Ben's fault and ironic that his family are electricians, or some recreational pot smoking Cheech and Chong style and a roach started a blaze)
spontaneous combustion
Awesome, we got our transmission fixed from Rancho also. Unfortunately the Kombi caught on fire. Unbelievable! Wish you guys good luck!
Who else is from Vancouver?
Ryan me...
All the steers and queers just like texas
Alex Romero steer free here
This is *such a beautiful story* ! I can not express how I feel about everything! I think neither me or anyone can ever imagine how you guys must have felt during your journey... So beautiful
you know that made the kombi catch fire? vermin that wanted a taste of electricity?
Glad to see the trip continues! I might bump into you that way, I will be sailing Alaska this spring!
Thats crazy & creepy how governments treat people like children telling them they can't go outside the yard wherever they want to go. hmm...
aw man this is the very first time hearing your story. i straight up cried when Alaska seen you for the first time again. best of luck and see you on the flipside
Save the kombi!!
Ben I love watching these episodes, you have actually inspired me to do my own trip I have just bought my own kombi and planning a trip around Europe for next year, thank you for being such a great insperation and awsome human 😊
Nice one Blake! Best of luck and happy travels mate
The USA thinks everyone wants to live there. They are so wrong. There are millions of people like me.I dont mind visiting the US but I would never give up my Canadian passport and I'd never want to live there
Brian .
And is that the reason the US has more people trying to immigrate to it than any other country on Earth, right..? Canada is like the US but way lamer and super cold. You guys aren't known for anything but hockey and maple syrup. Meanwhile the US is the cultural center of the world. And your prime minister Trudeau is a moron.
I probs won’t give up my American passport for a while but I sure as hell don’t want to be in the US.
@@SoloTravelerOffTheBeatenPath Of course the US is the cultural hotspot of the world. The entire country is basically one big mass shooting museum!
What an amazing episode! One of the best series on RUclips.
I've been to jersey
The Beast ME too, Alantic City was great!
Is it gay just like the dude from the there
Alaska is the sweetest and cutest doggie ever! Thanks for sharing this with us! ❤️💕💖
being baned from the usa is like being told you cant go in a septic tank
natural born and could not agree more watching this...
Epic!!!! This whole adventure is simply INCREDIBLE. You see, there are good hearted people out there!! And you guys, the dog, kids make it so special...
I had to sub to the channel of course.
The narration by the way is fabulous, the information given was tops!! Editing incredible.
Wishing you and your loved ones, a very happy Holiday season my friend :-) :-) :-) :-)
Is it the red wire, or the blue, loved that!!! Thank God for folks like you...
Thank you!
Just go illegally that’s what everyone does, trying it the legal way is for chumps ! Apparently.
papa bits and get all kinds of stuff for free
aye carumba, I think people should be able to travel anywhere anytime.
We have a thing called 'rule of law' that we live by...kind of a simple way to live but whatever I guess. So maybe I can just live at your house for free and anytime I want too right? Thanks! Cheers..
livin lite we don't want your dirty people
There would be no such thing as order if that were the case. The US is a first-world country for a reason.. Unlike Latin America. We don't live in a utopian world unfortunately.
Polifatts are you sure we aren't in a dystopia?
If KombiLife believes this, I wonder why he supports Lauren Southern
Man, what a problems! We wish you the best of luck!!!!
Great travels.... and:
Don’t forget: this kind of life challenges make great stories and a year later you will be able to smile about what happened and what you did tot overcome this.
wow, nice
Geeee guys this is definitely going to be a long watch I wish use all the best in ur 2020 journey ❤️🏴
Oi buddy if you ever need to get married just ask mate, I’m there for you! This eps was crazy good.
Mahoney Tribe Of Travelers Ben the instant you get married your dreams will literally fly away. It happens everytime. Ask any married man that isn't a pussybegger. Marriage ruins a man's dreams. Don't get married Ben.
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Wow guys this is great stuff but I was joking really. Beside I’m not sure I’m Ben’s type, as I hear he likes less hairy partners. Married or not it will not change my views about Ben in my book he’s a legend!
TheManInDboX poofter