This was... unexpected and wild! But I'm happy to put this experience behind me, and look forward to what's sure to be an amazing trip across the USA and beyond! Woohoo 🥳
So sorry Eva. Texas is the armpit of the U.S.. Hopefully the rest of your trip through the U.S. will be fun, safe and amazing. With love, a grandmother in Oregon.
As a native Texan, as soon as I saw you planned to go through Nuevo Laredo, and enter into Laredo, I was concerned. That is one of the most intense border crossings on our Texas/Mexico border. If you had gone through Matamoros, Mexico/Brownsville, TX, your experience would have been much better. Sorry that happened to you. You just happened to pick a very dangerous part of Mexico on your way here. I just found your channel tonight and I love your positive attitude.
Yep, you are right. I bet it was the crossing she used. Even if they detained her and searched they probably would have treated her with more respect instead of like a suspect. Eagles Pass/ Piedras Negras is safe too.
She is only talking and forcing about handcuffing but not talking about those fingers which enter in her body, totally strange this is what happened in USA when you are coming from Pakistan, even you are a white girl, and have tons of subscribers, fans, famous. Now think what they do to Pakistani peoples who go out there? But you don't talk about that insult which you have gone through there, but if something happened hare with you, you bring the storm to against our country
@@MuhammadZeshan Cavity searches at the border are not that uncommon because of the number of mules carrying dope, in both the stomach and body cavities.
Yeah God Forbid the USA would try to protect its border. It's a free for all, by design. What other country has a wide open, unenforced border, just for illegal crossers? Her mistake was trying to be law abiding. You get punished for that in the USA.
I won't add to all the comments on the border crossing - not to downplay it, but because I feel that Primy (?) and his family deserve some more mentions. Such a lovely and welcoming family. It's amazing what lengths they went to to make your comfortable. This is what renews my faith in humanity.
I've done a lot of traveling in Latin America and the Hispanic people have been absolutely amazingly hospitable. Even in the American Southwest, they're the same way and will treat you like family.
@@misterretsim9851 I done a lot of work down in Brazil and some times after being off shore I'll have a day or two by the shop to help train local guys. I always end up try to stay with a family if I can, cause they take such good care of you. That and I think a few where trying to marry me off to daughters and family back than (was much younger than now). lol
I’m Mexican and I was having anxiety watching you blog leaving your car door open. I could just see someone hopping on and driving off with it. Yes fir the most part People are very nice, but don’t relax so much and always be aware of your surroundings.
I’m from Texas and I have actually lived in Alaska for 6 years now and I have to say I am so sorry that your American adventure started out that way, I’m glad you didn’t let that ruin your time or your views on America. And I just love your positivity, watching your videos makes me want to go for a run and to be that much more friendly to strangers. Keep up your awesomeness
Welcome to America. Can you imagine if this is done to any American abroad? They'll raise hell on that country. It is embarrassing and demeaning. As an American, I apologize for what you went through. Safe travels.
Yes exactly! It's disgusting and honestly I am not surprised. She's been to Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey, Siberia and on and on I don't ever remember anything remotely like this B💩 from the USA border guards. I was born in this country and lived here most of my life apart from 11 years in the Alps where I started to see this country with a clarity I'd not had before. Why couldn't they have just checked on her TH-cam channel to verify?!? Such a terrifying experience for her.
If she would’ve got just a bit more tan and acted like an illegal invader from Central America or Mexico, she could’ve just walked through the California side of the border with no restrictions and received a cell phone courtesy of the Biden administration with the taxpayers paying for it. 👍🏼
@@donnawoodward3163 9/11 and the Boston Marathon really changed the borders, spent my summers at a family cabin in Ontario and used to take 4H and School field trips to Manitoba Canada when I was a kid. Been stopped and searched going to and from the cabin this way by both US and Canadian Border Gaurds. Look at it threw their eyes, they're looking for potential spies and terrorists and she checks multiple boxes that could potentially be a cause of concern. Trips to high alert countries, a TH-camr/Patreon income, a Vegan entering Texas etc. It sucks and she would have been fine if she entered into California illegally, they'd have given her the government handouts guidebook and asked her to vote for whatever Democrats are running. God bless America where if you try do things right you're treated like a criminal and if you do things illegally you're welcomed with open arms and a gift basket. Having a vehicle full of camping equipment will get you searched quite frequently crossing US borders
When she said that family got chased by what were likely 'organ traffickers' I went cold all over. That people actually exist like this. That is one of the most sad things I've ever thought about.
@@AK4974U ikr, when she said didn't feel unsafe despite being told the world is scary I couldn't help but think how lucky she is being a caucasian foreigner in Mexico and not had any problems traveling by herself.
Primy and his entire family were the most welcoming I have seen on your tours! That bar-b-q vegan food looked amazing! I'm so glad they escorted you out as well! Safe travels Eva!!!
You crossed through Laredo??? Alone???? The dad side of me was FREAKING OUT. That's such a dangerous place even after you get across the border, it's sketchy in a lot of areas.
That's why in this case tbh I well understand the police. Unluckly she was unluck. I understand, I don't know, if it was happened in Usa but it is a border... I completely understand police. Is like here in Europe with terrorists. Police cannot know, they cannot say "this is a real famous youtuber" 1 because people could pretend to be it 2 because it is unfair. Yeah, that's what I think was happened. She was just unluck.
Right? How is she alive? When I did that with two little blond blue eyed girls they took my girls because we didnt have visas or passports/anything. Patrol handcuffed me and I had to call for help in USA. Going from CA to mexico no problem but coming back- No Way. When I was a kid 1960s we lived in Mexico & went bk & forth all the time. Now - Hell NO
I've only just discovered your channel and I'm working backwards thru your vids. I want to say first off as an American who's tried, and lived among only spanish speaking folk that I am impressed with your ability at languages. 2nd, I'm completely envious at your ability to to travel and see all the places I've seen on your channel ( while scanning thru). No location is exactly how it's portrayed, it's the individuals when you get there that make the difference. And I've noticed that you give reasonable and logical advice on personal safety for travelling alone and I , as the father of 4 girls and 5 boys, greatly appreciate that. I am honestly addicted to watching what you share. As a truck driver, I love driving... anywhere. This trip from mexico to Alaska, going on rt 66.... I'm only hoping I can manage to retire and make that dream happen for me, in the meantime... please continue. safely. So I and others like me can live vicariously through you! Edit... Primy was an amazing person! SO generous and hospitable.
The cost of gasoline is not good these days, true story. Back in 1970 I had the first Honda cars sedan, with an air-cooled engine. Anyways, I drove from Fort Worth, Texas to Los Angles and then visited friends and then drove back. The cost of my gas for the actual travel from Fort Worth, TX to LA and back cost me about twenty bucks. Man, have times changed.
It sucks that you had to experience that. Customs and Border patrol are a scary group of people, but they do deal with some really scary characters. In their defense, I can only imagine how unusual and unlikely they thought your story was, that a sweet Polish woman just happened to decide to drive across the most dangerous border crossing between the U.S. and Mexico to take a road trip to Alaska for TH-cam. I'm glad you made it through to make the great content that follows.
I’m actually from Laredo and woah! It’s crazy but very brave of you to have come through and driven in from Nuevo Laredo. This area is really very dangerous in terms of cartel movement and trafficking. Happy to see you made it through!
@@828enigma6 How can it be foolish if you don't know it better? In Europe, there are no dangerous borders. And obviously, she has already been in more dangerous countries than Mexico.
@@smlorrin He's right though, unfortunately we give everyone the benefit of the doubt. More woman go missing while traveling with other woman than men go missing traveling alone.
I am an American Veteran and I went through something close to that coming back into the US after a trip to Canada. I had to remove EVERYTHING from truck... and after about an hour or so, with the same kinds of questions as you experienced, I was told to reload my truck and drive away. This was in 2018.... They saw my Veterans ID card and everything, and they STILL put me through the ringer. I guess when you're the Border Patrol you can do crap like that. I think they were just bored....
That is NOT THE BORDER PATROL, that is Customs and Border Protection OFO (Office of Field Operations). Please do not mix up (USBP) United States Border Patrol who wear olive green uniforms and are the ones that Patrol the lands between the ports of entry versus the CBP OFO who wear blueish black uniforms and are the ones encountered by Eva Zu Beck working the points of entry into the US.
@@GilliganMGCrebs USBP is no better. There's thousands of videos of them online pulling people over around borders pulling the same bullshit. They have virtually unchecked authority, one of the most tyrannical law enforcement agencies in this country.
Well, a lot of people who are trying to get in the country illegally will pretend to be veterans and end up actually pulling it off. I'm guessing something might have happened, and now they have to be extra careful. That might be why that happened to you.
I mean, I'm not from the US so its kinda not my business, but just because you have a veteran card you shouldn't get a pass in every situation automatically. Not because you don't deserve respect for your service, but because there are veterans who are still bad people unfortunately.
I am so sorry that happened to you. As an American I was detained and handcuffed flying in to Paris a few years ago because my name was similar to someone that was wanted. The frightening part was no one would tell me why I was being held until they let me go.
I’m a Canadian split my time between Texas and Canada. I highly recommend getting a global entry / Nexus. I travel back and forth all the time both air and land borders never ever get stopped or questioned by border services. Few countries you visited in the past sanctioned by U.S and Canada therefore re-entry will be challenged every time as long as those stamps on your passport. May be getting yourself a new passport have blank pages would help.
I drove to Montreal and Quebec from Burlington VT, I'm live in US, I didn't even show my passport. They waved us in to Canada at boarder. Maybe it was the VT licence plates. No idea? ❤️ 🇨🇦
Thank God you're still alive, and you made it across the border. Please don't let your guard, down. Praying that you will be safe in this big world. Love you sweetie.
Hi Eva, let me tell you first that I am Mexican and I know the Nuevo Laredo-Laredo border. I tell you that it is a border where there are many drug traffickers and it is very guarded. Also, since your passport has stamps that you have entered Iraq and Afghanistan, the Americans thought you were a terrorist. Greetings and good trip to Alaska.
I doubt this is the case. I get similar annoying experiences in Toronto and Montréal airports when going to the US. They just like to profile people. The US officers are not well trained.
This "always feeling under the pressure of time" really resonates with me. When I was 19, and travelled to Europe alone, I bought an old VW van in Amsterdam, driving it as far as Athens and the isle of Crete, and always I felt the urge to move on after only a few days in one place. Along the way I met countless travelers who would find a place they liked, and just settle in there, like the German man in this video. I thought these urges would die down as time went on, but they haven't. I suppose the nomadic soul craves movement, and the discovery of new people and places. Yet in that movement there are moments of pure bliss...
I discovered you because of your Texas video, and I have to tell you how impressed I am by your courage and sense of adventure. I write thriller novels, and you remind me of one of my female protagonists. Which is my way of saying you're a strong character! Keep it up! I'm looking forward to following your journey. Stay safe, stay bold, and stay adventurous.
Eva, you're the sweetest thing, and with all these stressful situations you trigger the "fixt it" gene that guys sem to have, but obviosuly you're more than capable! Also, you have a really good Spanish accent, so that, plus your English, plus your Polish and who knows what else, you have a talent for languages! you go girl. :)
As a US Citizen and have traveled. The only Customs Officer that has hassled me have been US Customs. Like you crossing into the US from Canada pulling a boat. The boat and truck were completely emptied onto the floor of a building. Taken into a room and questioned asking the same questions by different people. Forced to undress and given a search of my body. I was at the boarder for over 4 hours. After the ordeal I had to repack the truck and boat.
I had a similar experience going to Canada from America at international falls on a fishing trip crossing into Canada and there even worse than the us. So besides the search and alll the bs one guy in our group had pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor in Wisconsin a couple months prior and Canada knew that and would not let him in. we crossed at three in the morning Canada said there was a small possibility they would let our friend in but they have to wait till nine in the morning. The supervisor came in and then it would be up to his discretion whether my friend get in or not. So to and our group stayed back in international Falls in one car, and the rest of us moved onto our fishing destinations. Upon speaking to a supervisor at 9 AM the supervisor decided that they would let my friend across the border to go fishing but he had to pay a $250 fine so he paid the fine, and he asked the supervisor what would happen in the future and the supervisor indicated that if he came back to Canada in the next five years the same process could happen again, and a different supervisor could reject him altogether. So Canada isn’t any better than US in fact are much worse, but somehow they have this reputation that they don’t deserve. Every time we caught crossed into the United States they just seem to be worried about once we told them we were fishing. How many fish did you have? How big were they? What kind of fish do you have and a couple of times we got our coolers surged, and one time one of our grove got busted and we had a pathfinder. I’d be interested to know what you think about this.
I'm from Texas and I've lived in Mexico for about a year and a half. I can's speak on specifics, but from the things I've heard and seen while living in Mexico I can understand why the Border was so bad. Human and drug trafficking is a serious issue and the cartels have been very sneaky about getting past security. I am sorry that you had such a bad experience and it's hard having things happen and not understanding why. I guess they don't want anybody to have any information about why they do things that could report back to people who will try to abuse the system. On a happy note, WELCOME and I hope that your journey is all you could have hoped for!
A friend and I were reentering Texas from Mexico (2008) and my friend was ill. I told the border control we needed medical help and they arrested us, stripped searched us, and held us for 2 hrs. No medical help until we were let go. Oh, the memories.
How many idiots do you think come through the border with balloons of drugs inside them that are burst in total? So when you rock up and make a scene about how your friend needs medical help, that is the first thing I would think of as a border agent. Your not a victim because they did their job correctly.
@@bruttosporcoecattivo September 11, xenophobia, five decades of drug smuggling, human trafficking, drug lords, and gun running out of and into Mexico.
@@bruttosporcoecattivo Drug smuggling, human trafficking, Terrorism Even corpses have drugs stuffed in its bodies and smuggled across the border. but its Ironic the current administration just allows any illegal to cross the border without a hassle.
I love that you got to stay with a local family! That was the highlight of this video for me. My family hosted exchange students for many years during my childhood and I think it’s a beautiful way to learn about other cultures. ❤
I’m in Texas, I spent a lot of time in Laredo… lots of bad things happen at that crossing. I am sorry for the experience, but I see how you enjoyed the Texas hospitality.. God Bless
As an American, it is shocking how difficult it is to travel home after visiting abroad. Extra questions and extra searches....and that is flying back from Europe with a US passort. After jumping around Europe and Central America with such little fuss, I always forget to give myself extra, extra time when returning home...and I'm a white, middle age woman. Cant even image the nightmare it is for others. Once you begin to emerse yourself as you travel north, I hope you find it well worth that unpleasant and scary experience. P.S. I love the Texas hill country. New Mexico IS the land of enchantment; Utah is not to missed. It would not be Expedition Wild without time in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. All great preps for ur next country: Canada. The Canadian Rockies are mind blowing. So excited for u. Onward and forward!
You have to realize that a USCBP officer particularly in Texas has probably never heard of Poland and if he has it's probably from Fox News so it's not good. Helping Ukrainians, so probably Nazis.
If she was a Spanish speaking Illegal Alien, then she would've been invisible to the U.S. Border patrol... They have their orders to harass and antagonize American Citizens; and not the other way around...
I'm from Laredo and the border crossing is no joke. It's not surprising the scrutiny that they put you under. That particular crossing is responsible for the seizure of millions of dollars worth of narcotics, cash and cash not to mention people on a daily basis. The Interstate 35 to Interstate 10 corridor is one of the most heavily used smuggling routes for both drugs and humans. The Border Patrol checkpoint that you subsequently drove through when leaving Laredo is also a hotspot for seizures. Laredo is a friendly place as is Texas but we just happen to live in a very dangerous area. Laredo is the largest inland port in the country and is the crossing point for billions in cargo from trucks to trains traveling north and south. The entire stretch of border here is frequently being infiltrated by the cartels. I'm glad you made the crossing through Tamaulipas safe. I've traveled through there and the feeling is not pleasant.
It may have been that, but i wonder if she just chose the wrong word to answer a question, or looked at them crosseyed. Not saying its Eva's fault, but something during the interaction probably escalated this. Possibly when she got impatient with them, who knows.
@@dennisl6198 Bullshit! Even if she had complained, why do these trigger-happy Yanks always try to show their "Rambo" side! They are bullies. Explain how the U.S. border can't control hundreds of thousands of illegals from swarming unchecked into the country across the Southern border, but a young woman with easily checked credentials gets extensive hours-long harassment from some pig-bellied customs goons?! Your country is F'd up, having become global comic relief led by Biden and Harris along with the evil democratic party! So you know, those violent Hollywood movies are "Fiction", not reality!
Eva, I'm so sorry this happened to you! It's ironic that while traveling through Mexico, a country you were warned about as dangerous, you were met with hospitality and kindness, while upon entering the US you were met with such terrible treatment and cruelty. I hope that the rest of your trip is much more pleasant and welcoming! Such a moving story and a sad commentary on the state of hospitality and decency in the US right now.
@@visionsbydean Being handcuffed for no reason is not JUST inconvenient, nor are you using "patrolled" in the right context. Violence and malice are better descriptions in this instance.
So sorry to hear about your experience. I was born and grew up in Laredo. It wasn't always this way but after 9/11 the border became incredibly militarized. Also there is a 5 mile zone North and South of the border where usual protections (like freedom from unreasonable search and seizure) do not apply. Your experience was horrible but far from unusual. I hope your trip gets better. As a friend used to say "the most beautiful sight in the world is Laredo in your rear view mirror." Also there is another checkpoint just north of the city as I'm sure you've found out by now.
Interesting. I'm American and did not know this. Thanks for sharing. I'm in Michigan and have spent the majority of my time in crossing borders into Canada.
@@VL1975 Canada is a basically a massive security checkpoint in itself. Huge country, sparse population, separated from other countries by rough and frigid arctic waters, massive tundras mountains and forests between each city, but still has modern airports and security checkpoints. Probably THE most intense bottleneck security check, is just the vastness of it.
I used to be a truck driver in the US who, sometimes, picked up or delivered good in Canada. My freight was always pre-cleared with the customs of both countries. Crossing into Canada as a US citizen was pleasant and easy. Crossing into the US (still, as a US citizen) from Canada was never fun. Even with that, I have never experienced what you were put through.
In the 80's I crossed into Canada on the interstate, answered about 4 questions, and was in. On the way back, I came down through Quebec into Maine on a small secondary road. It was a nice slow day at the tiny 2-lane border station, and I got THE WORKS. Checked every square inch of my car.
Yeah it's amazing, the US staff has really nothing to do all day long but harass people who just want to get through the border and on their way. Out of all the trips to other countries that I've ever had, and there have been many, they almost universally are a severe pain in the ass. I think they just have nothing better to do.
My experiences are similar. I've made many back and forth crossings between the US, Canada and Mexico going back to the 1970s when border politics wasn't as politically charged. My most difficult experiences have always come trying to get back to the US, and to my great surprise, I had more problems crossing back into my homeland from Canada than from Mexico.
You’re an amazing human being. Adventure Seekers are always one of a kind. Your energy, charisma, drive… it’s all very inspiring. Much love from Indianapolis and many safe travels ahead. ☕️☕️☕️
The earth is beautiful in the US but some of the people can be scary and the government is very scary. I traveled in my van for 3.5 years all over the US and completely fell in love with the earth. I left that country and moved my home-based to Mexico where the earth is amazing and so are the people. Follow your instincts.
Maybe you could convince the 20-30 million people that have illegally travelled to this earth to return to the part of the earth where ALL of the people are friendly. Either way VIRTUE SIGNAL: RECEIVED ✅
Yes the US has stunning scenery and jaw dropping national parks. You'll be okay Eva, you're a strong, amazing courageous woman and kudos to that wonderful Mexican family that hosted you, they really went out of their way to give you a wonderful, homely experience. They are good people.
As a US citizen I went through almost the same treatment coming in from Canada from Maine. Going into Canada took 20 minutes, coming back took 4 hours.
I guess it is time for a young person like yourself to begin to realize that even tho you see your life through the lens of your own experience and good intentions, Border Patrol has seen SO MANY folks who Seem to be Just Like You, who are INFINITELY DIFFERENT than you!
Many years ago when I was a student, I was moving from Michigan to Boston, and made the incredibly wrong decision to cross into Canada at Windsor and come out at Niagara, with everything I owned packed into my car. I had the whole “take everything out of the car” inspection at both border crossings. No handcuffs, though.
It's been maybe 7 years since I visited Vancouver, BC. I bet the situation wasn't as bad then, but I did notice going into Canada was a lot simpler than going back to the U.S.
I’ve crossed into Canada at two different locations without seeing any border patrol on both sides. Coming from Mexico, the US border patrol held me for two hours because I was driving a car with Mexican license plates. Finally a supervisor showed up, looked at my passport and told the agent: Did you look at his passport? Response: Yes, he is a US citizen in a Mexican car. Look again! Where was the passport issued? US embassy, Mexico City What is his address? - - - Mexico City So if he lives in Mexico, do you think he’s going to have American license plates. I EVEN SHOWED HIM MY MEXICAN DRIVERS LICENSE! Pobre pendejo
@@wz7285 Okay, I get that perspective and have always tried to see the bigger picture. However, considering he said going INTO Canada was a much different experience, you have to assume that both sides being equal the assumption should be the same.. It's not easy to get into Canada, even a DUI and you've gotta go through a plethora of steps to even get visa.. Borders work two ways..
That’s definitely happened to me, and I’m a U.S. Citizen. They just want to see if you crack and admit to something interesting. When I told the boarder agent I left on vacation to Russia and was still welcome back at my service industry job he let me through. He even asked me about my boyfriends parents income. So weird.
That question makes sense as I would assume its a way to try to figure out how the person is paying for the trip (as in figure out if it's being funded by or for smuggling).
You went to Russia and are entering via Mexico, that's a massive red flag. You went to a nation the US has been at odds with and are reentering the US indirectly. You could be a spy, terrorist, foreign agent, smuggler, gangster, cartel, etc. The question about the parents was to determine if you have any foreing allegiances/funded by foreign parties. Crossing Borders is not supposed to be easy, its a massive national security risk especially for world powers. You should consider yourself lucky that the border isn't nearly as secure as its supposed to be given the past 30 years of continuosly weakened security
I just started following you after your Texas video was recommended by TH-cam. This border crossing situation was excessive. Sorry that happened but glad you're back on the road. I'm looking forward to following along. 👍
The border crossing was excessive, but it was because of 9/11 that happened in the US that caused our borders to be extra precaution. Other then that, I'm glad she had gotten through safely and is onto the next adventure!!
It’s dreadful! The same thing happened to me, but it got worse. They held me in an overcrowded underground cell for 4 days, then held me captive at a detention centre for 3 weeks, and made me fly back to England. I had done nothing wrong! I arrived by land, with a us friend, after volunteering as an English tutor in Mexico. The online us government website stated there’s be a 1-94W entry form to fill out. The guard at the entrance ok’d me to enter the building, next thing I knew I was being arrested for being in the building without a visa!? Absolute nightmare! I documented it on my yt channel and wrote a little book about it (detained, by Dee Lee) on Amazon, as therapy, and to hopefully she’d light and help others avoid such an ordeal! I’m glad you’re ok! Stay safe! Happy travels! 💫
Omg that is so shocking!! 😢😢I don't understand how they can do this!! So sorry you went through that but WELL DONE for documenting it and writing a book!!! Everyone who experienced something similar should also document it - and it would help to change things, and possibly bring charges against those whom acted unlawfully. I will check out both. 💛💛💛
@@eg348 Thank you EG. It was unreal, I couldn’t believe what was happening? One minute I was a tourist having a lovely time in Mexico, the next I was being treated like a bank robber! Handcuffed, shackled, locked in a tiny overcrowded cell with 14 other women all squashed together on the floor covered in tin foil blankets that looked like body bags! And that was only the beginning. What Eva went through was the tip of the iceberg, but still very shocked and traumatic. They seem to treat people as though they are guilty of a crime, until they find out they’re innocent, then they let them go, as if nothing happened! I still have nightmares. Hopefully the more people who share their stories, it will help to spread awareness.
One simple, logical question an American border guard can ask himself is whether a person who want to do bad for America will present himself with a valid passport and visa to a border guard? Such bad people will try to sneak in by various other methods.
Hi Dee Lee Rambles 😊💗💗💗 I'm only seeing your reply now! After I read your first comment I went straight to your channel and found your video about it m.th-cam.com/video/j-6vUy6k0dM/w-d-xo.html I was so shocked I wanted to know more so I actually just bought your book online 💗💗💗 and I was just coming back to Eva's video, to post the link to yours under your comment, for anyone else who may want to know more, when I saw your reply! 😊 God Bless you and heal you from that awful experience it's no wonder you are still having nightmares!!! But you came through it and you took back your power back by documenting your experience!!! Well done for your courage and strength!!! You are an inspiration!!! Love, Hugs and Many Blessings to You Dee Lee!!! 💜💜💜💗💗💗💛💛💛💗💗💗💜💜💜
Eva, I thoroughly enjoy watching you and it was just by accident that I came across your video entitled "First Impressions of Texas". You are truly a "Hoot" as we say here in Texas. Sadly, I didn't have the opportunity to have met you when you traveled through our Great State, because I would have loved to have done so. ...I do wish you well in your travels, and wish and hope for your safety. As a "Retired" Law Enforcement Officer I've seen and experienced what you have not. So be Safe! I wish you nothing but happiness that is exceeded by your Dreams. Bj ~ Palestine, Texas
I have traveled the world... and even flying back from London to L.A., the U.S. customs were the most obnoxious I have yet encountered. I can only imagine how bad it can be at Laredo.
I just hope that it goes smoother for you when you cross from Canada into Alaska. No one would fault you if you started your adventure from the Yukon instead. Primy and his family seemed so lovely :)
@@GM-cq6ez Clearly you DON'T mean "Primy the drug dealer," or "Primy the mafioso leader," correct? lol How about "People are TYPICALLY lovely south of the border" so that they're not confused with gun-wielding criminals?
Canada into Alaska, USA? It is the same schit. Passport, visa, proof of your existence documentation out the Ying Yang. I worked at a truck stop in the Border. It was hell getting into Alaska from there(before 9-11) Can only be worse now.
That border incident is all part of being a traveler. Our family which consisted of naturalized Chinese Americans and Chinese Australians decided to go to Tijuana from Sacramento. My family all had accents as they migrated to America after high school or later. When presenting ourselves to border customs we declared we were US and Australian citizens. I got through because I was only 6 years old when I immigrated so I didn't have an accent and they let me enter. My brother and one sister (no passports) and another sister and brother in-law who had Australian passports were held and interrogated for several hours in an interview room before they decided to let them through. This was in the 90's so its worse now.
My dad lost his cool cuz as a Chinaman we were routinely picked for random security screenings at airports after 9/11. They would literally make us stand aside at the gates and search us again.
I watched one video yesterday and was completely hooked. Your storytelling and kindness are really addicting. Thank you for doing this and letting us enjoy your travels.
OMG, this is terrible and it breaks my heart. I am so sorry!!! I am a US citizen and I am sorry and embarrassed that that happened to you. I want answers why they did that to you!
Yes, a single woman traveling around the world , sharing how interesting and nice most other people in different cultures are, is highly suspicious ! But a home-grown, 18 year old kid can buy two assault rifles and 300 rounds of ammunition for his birthday, and that is perfectly fine.
You want answers? Ok, how about looking at the people who try to come across our southern border. Drug cartels, human traffickers, illegals from all over the world, criminals, gang members, and people on the terrorist watch list. And where had she been? That’s right, multiple countries that are on that watch list and very unfriendly to the US. Not to mention she was traveling on one of the worst roads in Mexico. Border Patrol was completely appropriate in dealing with someone with so many red flags. How about using some intellect and not going on liberal feelings and emotions.
Welcome to the USA. Can't believe how traumatic we make it for people to come and visit here. So sorry to you and everyone that is harassed at our borders. Enjoy the beauty here and safe travels.
they have to search everyone including U.S citizens NOBODY CAN BE TRUSTED... You can’t just cross the border of a country and expect to not get checked... It's like an airport process, everyone needs to be checked before entering a plane so that criminals cannot make it through and enter a plane with innocent people. And it's extremely hard to detect a criminal who knows how to fit into society. the borders should be open to people coming in legally and going through a process legally. Sadly illegals and gangs are coming through we cannot trust everyone... The border agents have to be extremely careful and thoroughly search everyone to due to sex trafficking, illegal guns coming through, and illegal drugs entering. The border agents are not at fault they are told to allow people with legal papers to come through easily but they have to search first... I can’t go to a European country and live there without a visa... That is illegal. Sadly, she got handcuffed but you have to understand that we have a crisis at the border. This is definitely not the right time to enter the U.S. And, sadly, the cartels have destroyed the southern border.
We Have ways of making you talk. show us your papers now. Freedom? Someone in washington seems to have forgotten the words on the statue of liberty. Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.
We as Americans are treated that way too. US Immigration personnel take their job way too serious. It might also have to do with the real traffickers that give the rest of us a bad experience and name.
@@armandob.castenelli3525 For real. Crossing between the US and Canada, I sometimes forget I'm American and not Canadian based on how I'm treated entering each.
Quite the "unwelcome wagon"! As a Midwesterner, I expect my government to be thorough, which they tend NOT to be, but we should be treating people with respect. I hope the trip gets better quickly!
Primy and his family are amazing people. What a wonderful experience! They wanted you to be safe and sound! So nice to have made new friends in Mexico.❤
As an american, I’m so disgusted you or anyone else who crosses the border is treated that way. Thank you for sharing as these stories need to be more exposed.
Get over it can you imagine what it is like to work on that border with the government not supporting you now we're rest them don't arrest them do this do that you do the one wrong thing just like the cops in the cities and you get in trouble you know I don't know the whole story I haven't watched the whole video yet but you know they have a right to protect themselves it's a shame that Ava got caught but God knows I've crossed many borders and I've had problems and I don't whine about it and you know you might tell people about it like she is I don't have a problem with that but you know you don't. just get over it
Eva is a real world traveller and nothing daunts her. To see her cry over her traumatic experience with the border police speaks volume of the horrendous treatment being meted out by these "officers". Brave of you Eva for speaking out!
As a Canadian who has travelled around the world, I can honestly say that my worst experiences with border guards always happen when entering the US. I don't know what it is with them, but they are the most unfriendly and nasty border guards in the world!
…REALLY…??? Could that be for having VERY POROUS borders? (I DON’T know…). EACH country protects its borders…OR, NOT…. After THIS episode, BE CAREFUL, have a great ADVENTURE…. 😃👍🏼👣
I'm an American, and before facial ID and TSA pre-check, they could be assholes to us as well...The two worst border crossings I have had have been going into and out of Windsor Canada. Once by an American thug and once by a Canadian thug. People who don't violate laws get the worst treatment.
A few years ago my brother and his family was also detained at the border for a reason that was so menial I don’t even remember what it was. I am so sorry this happened to you. I hope you’ll enjoy your stay here in the 🇺🇸☺️ There are a lot of nice and helpful people here. If you encounter some snobbish/uptight people please do not be disheartened. I am Asian American and I love this country! I wish I can travel the world but I can’t so I live the adventures I’ll never have (unless I win the lottery🤞😁) through your travels. My family and I love you and wish you the best! Please be careful out there, take care always🙏🏼❣️❣️
Wow, the border crossing was nuts but I feel like I am not super surprised, unfortunately. I have heard stories about Europeans, especially Eastern Europeans, getting recruited as drug traffickers by various cartels. Add that to the fact you are crossing with a car and have a boat load of weird passport stamps...yikes. Glad you got through it safely! Hope you have a great time in the U.S.!
That is not the point. The point is after all their nonsense they put handcufs on her. What was that? Power trip? Are they insane? USA looks like a backwood Shithole!
@@Designer_TopG Idealistically, she would have been given a map and coupon book.. realistically they reminded her that crossing into the US is a privilege, and her attempt was scrutinized in the spirit that if everything is in order she should just let them do their job, which is getting more difficult every day.
Eva has a personality that's so happy, carefree and positive I'd give $1m to have. There is nothing pretentious about her. She is one of those rare free spirits. Please don't ever lose that.
The time I worked (completely legally) in the USA was probably the best time of my life. I could continue but the constantly worse and worse experiences on the American border made me stop going there. Sorry, America but there are many places in the world where one is not treated as a criminal just because they cross a border. But I still love the land 🇺🇸
I am a Texan and the sad reality is that thousands cross our borders legally and illegally daily. Many are traffickers. Texas communities have to worry Fentanyl, drug and human smugglers coming into our communities. The border control is OVERWHELMED and have an almost impossible job to do. It’s a sad reality. There aren’t that many taxing most other borders.
@@morningrosie3684 I was talking about experiences I had not on the Mexican border but the US airports. I was arriving as a visiting scientist with a J-1 visa and treated as a criminal. Thanks but no thanks. In the whole EU I can travel and work without using a passport (yes, it's true!). So I stopped working for the US institutions. As simple as that.
@@morningrosie3684 It is not about blaming but simply choice. Within the European Union, I can travel without a passport (and this is why I no longer have a valid one). During most air trips I took in recent years, I did not even have to show any ID. Sometimes I did have to scan it at an automatic border gate. I can legally work in all EU countries with no excessive paperwork. So why bother about the security obsessed Unites States?
I’m so happy you posted this, and especially how it contrasts between your experience in Mexico vs US. As a fellow full time traveller, I can confirm that my worst ever travel experience has been at the US border as well. It is insane the absolute horrendous treatment they would give you for nothing, abusing power and giving the rudest treatment I ever experienced, to just let you go hours later with no explanation or apology. Why is that just in the US? I don’t get it.
They are not so bad if you're flying in but some have an attitude and rude. Only in America! It seems that certain jobs in this country tend to attract people who are on power trips.
They always feel they are superior to everyone else on this planet. The American people in general are pretty friendly but their uniformed authorities are just born Aholes who think that by the badge they wear they just have to bully everyone. Had a friend who spoke so higly of the US oif A , but not anymore, after his demeaning stupid ridiculous arrival at the US. their forefathers had good intentions, but the leaders have really screwd that up, just as many other greedy leaders!!
Hearing about all these awful situations here is shocking!!! A film should be made about this to help stop this abuse and change things!!! It is SO wrong and very shocking and traumatic for innocent people that are deliberately out through this ordeal!!! I came across another lady here in the comments section called Dee Lee who had a horrific experience and she documented her experience in a short video on her channel - if anyone would like to know more it's m.th-cam.com/video/j-6vUy6k0dM/w-d-xo.html This should not happen - It needs to stop!!!
You have to realize that a USCBP officer particularly in Texas has probably never heard of Poland and if he has it's probably from Fox News so it's not good. Helping Ukrainians, so probably Nazis.
How scary, shocking, and traumatic! Sadly the USA government, primarily security departments such as Homeland Security, Border Patrol, and ICE, can be defensive, unsmiling, unfriendly, and ultimately miserable representatives of the USA government to foreigners, and even to the government's own citizens. No question, vloggers who travel internationally are going to be subject to more scrutiny, but there are ways to protect yourself from border hassles: in the case of the USA, getting a "trusted traveler" designation (such as "Global Entry") means that at the airport you are through any customs check in about 20 seconds, similar to TSA checks. Canadians and Mexican citizens may also be included in some of these designations.
You have to have a very different (routine) occupation.Nexus and trusted traveller are for people who cross the same border often, for work or residency. For example, Canadians who live in Windsor and work in Detroit.
@VENGERMAX who is criticizing America?? Border control is just doing its job and not everyone is entitled to Nexus or Trusted Traveller. Some people literally drive through the border everyday at Windsor. But I don't.
Thank you thank you for showing the humanity of people! These days the media tries to tell us that people are evil and that we should fear them, but that has not been my experience at all. Sure, I've had some sketchy situations over 50yrs and have even had a gun pointed at my head, but truth be told that is so rare and 98% of my experiences have been fruitful and positive. Please continue to show the goodness in humanity.
I’m very sorry that you had that awful experience at the border! What a wonderful visit with Primy and his family! Remember that there are good people everywhere and I’m sure you will meet them on your current journey! You are smart, strong and brave and we get the privilege of following your journey! That is very exciting and inspiring! Hang in there, it will be worth it! Cheers!
You´re mighty brave, you kept composure after all those questions, people, and instigation, I understand the U.S.A. has a lot of reason to be very careful about their frontiers and who's getting in, be safe and keep being wonderful!
People seem to forget the u.s relations with a lot of countries right now are extremely delicate. She had Arabic countries on her passport and was coming in through Mexico.those are massive red flags
@@Tampafan33 Yes no one else seems to be glad that they were so cautious with her. We have people from the middle east being paid by foreign governments like China to come to the US through the Mexican border. They have caught dozens in New Mexico where I'm from.
Completely understandable as to why you were emotional, it was totally uncalled for!!! Handcuffing you for absolutely NO reason was like being assaulted in the most brutal way! I've been following you journey from the beginning and living vicariously through your amazing vlogs! You are incredibly Brave,Intelligent and a beautiful humanbeing. Stay safe in your journey! 🙏👍😊💛
American here. I will never cross overland back into this country after crossing from Quebec to Vermont on a Greyhound bus. They were horrible to every single one of us on that bus, American or not (not that it matters your nationality imo, just saying they were equal opportunity assholes). The whole experience was traumatizing and I wasn't handcuffed or patted down, just given a hard time because they felt like it. They held our bus for almost three hours to harass the Black mother traveling with kids. I can't imagine what it was like for her.
Oh dear, that is so, so humiliating! 😔 I love traveling to every corner of the world, but this is one of the many reasons I have no interest in visiting the US. I commend your courage and ability to stay focused on your goal, and I wish the rest of your expedition goes smoothly and beautifully! People do not deserve to be treated like criminals before there is actual evidence of criminal behavior. Take care! 💟
they have to search everyone including U.S citizens NOBODY CAN BE TRUSTED... You can’t just cross the border of a country and expect to not get checked... It's like an airport process, everyone needs to be checked before entering a plane so that criminals cannot make it through and enter a plane with innocent people. And it's extremely hard to detect a criminal who knows how to fit into society. the borders should be open to people coming in legally and going through a process legally. Sadly illegals and gangs are coming through we cannot trust everyone... The border agents have to be extremely careful and thoroughly search everyone to due to sex trafficking, illegal guns coming through, and illegal drugs entering. The border agents are not at fault they are told to allow people with legal papers to come through easily but they have to search first... I can’t go to a European country and live there without a visa... That is illegal. Sadly, she got handcuffed but you have to understand that we have a crisis at the border. This is definitely not the right time to enter the U.S. And, sadly, the cartels have destroyed the southern border.
As someone who lives in the US. I don't blame you at all. They teach us to be proud to Live in America "Land of the Free" I feel nothing but shame and anger towards this country.
@@jsmmkm15 you’re free to leave... Go to the UK or Norway... It's quite a good place to live... OH BTW did I tell you that they'll search you thoroughly due to having terrorist attacks in the past? Because I have been to those countries in Europe... France is even more tougher.
Yeah, I lived in Houston from '01 to '04 and I have no desire to go back for the time being. Which is a shame, really, because the country and people are nice. Would've loved to go back and travel throughout the States, maybe go on a long train trip across the wildnerness. But it'll need to dig itself out of the hole it's in before I dare go anywhere near it, sadly. @Samuel: I work as a porter at my city's airport (Bergen, Norway), and the American tourists are often so confused when arriving from baggage claim. "Where's customs?", they'll ask. "You're through!", we'll answer. I think even to most foreign visitors it's just passing a green sign saying "Nothing to declare".
I am so sorry you had this experience at the border! I would suggest that next time you go further west and cross at the Palomas/Columbus border in New Mexico. It is far less crowded and almost a different country compared to Texas. Buen Viaje!
I'm so sorry you experienced this. I've been harassed by cops, handcuffed, interrogated, but never the degree of fear and disempowerment that they put you through. America is one of the most insane countries, inhumane policies for sure. May the rest of your journey be much kinder, simpler, and more peaceful. Sometimes I wonder if government officials just want to sweat people out before approving any paperwork...
@Telleva This isn't true. The US gives inalienable rights to all people, not just citizens. Life is one of them. This is protected at the federal level across all states. Murder is not legal anywhere in the US for any reason.
I’m so sorry! How embarrassing as a US citizen to know you were treated that way when entering my country. I hope all of your possessions were returned to you in the same condition you removed them from your rig. I guess everything should be upward and positive from there. Safe travels.
@@vickiesweitzer8625 I cross the border very often, this is actually common procedure. We have gone through X-Rays and we have had secondary inspections (these are the ones where your vehicle is searched thoroughly while you wait outside of it, non US Citizens are sometimes taken in and processed for security purposes, I have friends that have gone through pat downs as well, a lot of crazy stuff happens here in the border on a daily basis so all this is pretty standard for US customs to do. It is a very stressful situation for people to go through that's for sure.
As Canadians we often cross into the US. Even for us the US Customs is the scariest part of any trip south. We’ve never had a bad experience but we are always nervous wrecks. I hope that Canadian Customs treat us much better! Good luck Eva! What a terrible experience!
Omg., Eva, what an experience - concerning the treatment at the border. It's so understandable that your feelings take over and make you cry from a mixture of fear and relief.
I just found your channel. Thank you for inviting us along on your adventure. As a US citizen, I offer you my sincere apologies for your problems at our border. We need to treat people better in so many ways. I am now in my 60s and beginning to think about retirement. I am putting together my bucket list, and I am thinking about whether to create a channel as the time comes nearer and share my adventures as well. Who knows? If it is successful, it will fund more adventures than I could ever do on my own.
This is just how all cops are now and Im saying this as someone whos whole family is LEO and I was in the Army. They have become truly tyrannical over the last 2 years.
I’m from Laredo and I unfortunately know of several people that have gone through the same thing. My mom’s boyfriend is from Iran and when we came back from just being in Nuevo Laredo for a few hours, they detained him for 4 hours
I am a US citizen since birth. I was a trucker for a few years and after re-entering the USA near Detroit I and my driving partner were detained for 24 hours. We stayed in the truck cab and sleeper, but we were not allowed to leave. And they sent us through an x-ray machine that x-rayed the entire truck with us in it. I don't recall any reason given for doing so. The other guy in the truck was the truck owner and while we were waiting to go through the customs line he told me not to joke around with the customs guy and the customs guy heard that. I think he wanted to know why he said that and it set off some flags in his mind. The Canadian customs people are very nice, the opposite of the US customs agents.
Oh my goodness, I am so sorry that happened to you! May you meet so many lovely folks to welcome you here, and help you feel safe. Travel well, dear Eva.
Woow Eva you are so brave! I’ve been following you on all your adventures & honestly what you went through while crossing the Us/ Mexican border is very challenging even for US citizens of color. I cried through this video because I could only imagine your fear. Im happy that Mexican people treated you so wonderful, I have Mexican roots & are very proud of my people. I’m actually half European but I’m so very proud to be Mexican.
Person of color is unsophisticated. This can accidentally be used for white people with olive complexions. Myself, I tan well and my dad was dark, but he was white. He had jet black hair, brown eyes, and olive skin. It’s not unusual for white people to be dark. My dad made me feel pale. Are you confused?
I live on the US side of the border with Canada, and the US customs side has often been so harsh. Heading into Canada/BC, OMG the nicest people ever. They have even printed directions for me on their printer when my US Cell based navigation would not function once heading north. I kind of have the "classic dirtbag snowboarder look", so I do get that some "attention" may come my way though.
From Vancouver, BC I crossed during summer 19 about 6 times border just for trips (Mount Baker, Seattle and so on), on this border there were no problems. But I moved more east and customs were such pain in the assss
USA is trying to determine if you want to work as an illegal worker, and if you bring fruit because it is crimina !!! Canada wants to know the value of the gifts you bring back ;-)
You are pleasantly exposing the goodness of people- strangers, even. I hope things get sorted out, and those “bumps” are there to make your journeys even more exciting :). And I really hope you are forever safe and healthy. May you continue to be blessed.
I LOVE how you show your real emotions in your videos. As a fellow single (woman) traveller I really appreciate it that you're telling your authentic story! 👏
My past experience tells me you never cross the US border alone, because then they just assume you are a drug smuggler. I once had 3 hours of questioning because I flew solo from New Zealand and they were pretty open with that fact that they believe it's suspicious if you are by yourself
That's so UNACCEPTABLE!! for what? So unfair and frustrating. I am so happy that you are safe and sorry to hear that you experienced this bad experience. Thank God that you are not from the middle east 🙏🏻 otherwise, it would've even been worse. I'm Iraqi/British and everytime I travel to the States to visit family I get stopped and asked so many questions only because I was born in Iraq and my name is Ahmed.. When are we all gonna live in harmony and peace?! I think never. Again, I'm quite gland that you are safe and thanks for sharing this with us. Edit: I've read some of the comments and got annoyed how people compare things in different countries and some got a bit too political and keep justifying the use of unnecessary force. (I really hate politics and don't respect almost all politicians). All what I want is innocent civilians wherever they come from or travel to, treated with respect. Besides, any country has all rights to keep their boarders safe and I respect them for that ✌ I've seen enough violence when I was in Iraq (I was born during the Iraqi-Iranian war and lived there to witness the American invasion of Iraq). That's why I wish that we all live in peace. Love to American people and everyone else 🤍
It is very acceptable and very fair to the American citizens! We are very thankful for the protection! Sure not everyone is evil, corrupt, or extremist! But we have been attacked many times by most of the middle eastern countries! Can you blame us,For doing our best to help protect our boarders? @AhMeds Journal I am sure you are a good person, but not everyone is! And you can never be to careful! We do things totally different here in America! 🙃👌🏼👍🏼🤙🏼🇺🇸
@@normfromhawaii1173 He is clearly welcome in America too! Just has to answer a few questions. Also Hawaii is American! So if he is welcome in Hawaii then he can come to the other United States as well!😜👌🏼👍🏼🤙🏼🥰
@@normfromhawaii1173 many thanks 🙏🏻 I totally understand that the government has to be vigilant and make sure the country is safe and secure. I'm just sad that good people like Eva get mistreated (such an experience could have a negative traumatic impact on people) I don't mind answering all questions but handcrafted and searched the way Eva described would be too much). I have visited the states many times and I met very kind people. Will definitely visit Hawaii 😊 I wish that everyone in this world live in peace and people love each other 🤲🏻
Welcome to the US - we have a really bad reputation with Homeland security for harassing & even torturing whomever seams suspect or has any association with our ‘enemies’ - so sorry u went thru that & so glad it wasn’t worse!
By the way those are INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL LAWS. 1. Visa required . the same would happen to you if you want to cross the border in a country that requires a visa . One should get their visa from the USA consulate from country of origin of the passport . 2. You need an international driving License and insurance if you want to drive in the respective country . Is clear that most of you all never traveled outside country except on the Carnival cruise and organized bus tours.
"What WAS that?" < intimidation. they're trained in it. You were supposed to break down in front of them - it sounds like you didn't!. Not even when they put you in cuffs. Amazing. Stay strong and put it behind you now. 30-odd years ago I wanted to take an off-road bike up to Alaska but didn't realise gas stations are scarce!
@@taosux1 yeah, if she did. or whatever other ill intent a person may have. she didnt, because she is honestly coming in for good reasons, so she was sent through. you have to understand how highly irregular almost everything about her entry was -- from her background, to her vehicle, to her stated intentions. obviously not a warm welcome and its unfortunate that she had a bad experience but their job isnt to welcome people, its to protect the country. she didnt go through anything that a reasonable person isnt fully aware they are subject to when crossing an international border, especially between countries where you dont hold eithers citizenship.
@@taosux1 its not rude its intimidation. They're not being "mean" for the sake of it, they're trying to instill an idea of "you're in here with us and if you are smuggling drugs then we *will* find out
@@thatguyoverthere1224 that's useless and some are mean for the sake of it, the best detectoive is the one that doesnt show he suspects you until the last moment, intimidation is useless and these people are braindead anyway bye
Sorry that you went through that border crossing ordeal. My gut instinct is Pakistan and Iraq entries on your visa triggered it. Glad it all worked out for the best in the end.
More like being a foreigner entering the US indirectly. Always enter the US Via plane if coming from over seas. Indirect travel, especially on land, looks highly suspect and is a potential national security risk
Adventure implies risk as well as reward. You are on the grandest adventure of all time. I can't wait to see every minute of it that you can share with us. You are a natural at this. You're photogenic and bubbly personality and your realism and your honesty just touches us. Deeply. Thank you. With all my heart.
I am thrilled to have stumbled upon your TH-cam channel. I am also glad I am alone watching - I cried both times you went emotional - saw it coming, even. So I was relieved not to have worried my family - laughing through the tears. I have been arrested by US Federal law enforcement at gunpoint, handcuffed and mirandized and ended up walking free. But when you can't see the future, its scary. Also, I have travelled deep into Chiapas Mexico for an extended period and everyone was absolutely friendly and helpful, including the Zapatistas. But my favorite place on earth (that I have witnessed and lived in) is the Ticino, CH. I am looking forward to watching more of your posts - I've seen only three so far. Thanks!
I am glad you are made it through to the USA. I am so sorry that you had to go through all of that to get here. Unfortunately politics has ruined our great country and the border of Mexico is a horrible place. So I hope you do not judge our country on this experience. There are good people here and I hope you have a wonderful time traveling through. I live in the Vancouver Washington area and work in the Portland Oregon area and it is green and beautiful hear year round. So keep you chin up and I hope you have an amazing experience here.
Feel sorry for your bad experience entering US. I am sure you will have good time going forward and we will be watching your brilliant videos. Thanks for documenting that border trouble, I hope 2M viewers will see this. We, your followers, know that this is a shame on US border officials to treat you this way.
@@GM-cq6ez embarrassment for what? She had red flags, it would have happen to you and me if we tried to do the same thing. She was not mistreated. If you visit certain countries, you will be scrutinized when you travel later. That is fact.
@@FelixCervantes Ah yes, it's completely normal to HANDCUFF an unarmed cooperative woman when she's in a building full of fucking border guards that could subdue her in seconds. I'm a 6' guy and I've never been handcuffed even when I was stopped by two policemen and I was super in the wrong and suspicious (forgot my documents at home and I was driving a foreign registered car, at night). They just asked me to stand outside the car while they checked all the information I gave them. You Americans have an extremely screwed up idea of how the police should behave towards civilians.
Girl! What you said about freedom and your making this trip despite the opinions of others is truly inspiring. Because, what is the use of having freedom if we don’t live it? Sending you Big Blessings and God’s speed.
Just found your channel, Eva...Love It! As an American, I'm so sad to hear about the terrible experience you had at the border. I've been blessed to travel throughout my life and will say when travelling in the States stay out of the cities and you'll find fantastic beauty and amazing people. Don't miss Arizona, Colorado, Utah, and Montana while heading north. We will be watching for updates. Cheers
I just found your channel in my recommended and I have to say: You're such a vibrant ray of sunshine in an otherwise cynical, dark world! You have such a sunny disposition on things. Be careful out there!
This was... unexpected and wild! But I'm happy to put this experience behind me, and look forward to what's sure to be an amazing trip across the USA and beyond! Woohoo 🥳
Sorry for the stress. Welcome to the states:)
So sorry Eva. Texas is the armpit of the U.S.. Hopefully the rest of your trip through the U.S. will be fun, safe and amazing.
With love, a grandmother in Oregon.
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I love u eva I'm following your adventure From Morocco , Stay safe and good luck ,
'the ''welcome'' à la americanos.....thanks no...prefere Europe 100% ...
As a native Texan, as soon as I saw you planned to go through Nuevo Laredo, and enter into Laredo, I was concerned. That is one of the most intense border crossings on our Texas/Mexico border. If you had gone through Matamoros, Mexico/Brownsville, TX, your experience would have been much better. Sorry that happened to you. You just happened to pick a very dangerous part of Mexico on your way here. I just found your channel tonight and I love your positive attitude.
100% and the stamps on her pass port from Pakistan and Iraq didn't help!
Yep, you are right. I bet it was the crossing she used. Even if they detained her and searched they probably would have treated her with more respect instead of like a suspect. Eagles Pass/ Piedras Negras is safe too.
She is only talking and forcing about handcuffing but not talking about those fingers which enter in her body,
totally strange
this is what happened in USA when you are coming from Pakistan, even you are a white girl, and have tons of subscribers, fans, famous.
Now think what they do to Pakistani peoples who go out there?
But you don't talk about that insult which you have gone through there, but if something happened hare with you, you bring the storm to against our country
@@MuhammadZeshan Cavity searches at the border are not that uncommon because of the number of mules carrying dope, in both the stomach and body cavities.
Yeah God Forbid the USA would try to protect its border. It's a free for all, by design. What other country has a wide open, unenforced border, just for illegal crossers? Her mistake was trying to be law abiding. You get punished for that in the USA.
I won't add to all the comments on the border crossing - not to downplay it, but because I feel that Primy (?) and his family deserve some more mentions. Such a lovely and welcoming family. It's amazing what lengths they went to to make your comfortable. This is what renews my faith in humanity.
Primy and his family were really friendly and hospitable
I've done a lot of traveling in Latin America and the Hispanic people have been absolutely amazingly hospitable. Even in the American Southwest, they're the same way and will treat you like family.
'Primi' is slang for cousin in some circles in Mexico
@@misterretsim9851 I done a lot of work down in Brazil and some times after being off shore I'll have a day or two by the shop to help train local guys. I always end up try to stay with a family if I can, cause they take such good care of you. That and I think a few where trying to marry me off to daughters and family back than (was much younger than now). lol
no, they just want women
I’m Mexican and I was having anxiety watching you blog leaving your car door open. I could just see someone hopping on and driving off with it. Yes fir the most part People are very nice, but don’t relax so much and always be aware of your surroundings.
At a Walmart no less
I thought the same thing when she was in the Mexican parking lot!!
"Don't relax so much" is literally the worst advice you could possibly give someone XD
@@sandercohen5543depends on the circumstances. In some it is the only reasonable advice to give.
@sandercohen5543 it's not a bad thing to be cautious of your surroundings
I’m from Texas and I have actually lived in Alaska for 6 years now and I have to say I am so sorry that your American adventure started out that way, I’m glad you didn’t let that ruin your time or your views on America. And I just love your positivity, watching your videos makes me want to go for a run and to be that much more friendly to strangers. Keep up your awesomeness
Welcome to America. Can you imagine if this is done to any American abroad? They'll raise hell on that country. It is embarrassing and demeaning. As an American, I apologize for what you went through. Safe travels.
Yes exactly! It's disgusting and honestly I am not surprised. She's been to Iraq, Pakistan, Turkey, Siberia and on and on I don't ever remember anything remotely like this B💩 from the USA border guards. I was born in this country and lived here most of my life apart from 11 years in the Alps where I started to see this country with a clarity I'd not had before. Why couldn't they have just checked on her TH-cam channel to verify?!? Such a terrifying experience for her.
If she would’ve got just a bit more tan and acted like an illegal invader from Central America or Mexico, she could’ve just walked through the California side of the border with no restrictions and received a cell phone courtesy of the Biden administration with the taxpayers paying for it. 👍🏼
@@donnawoodward3163 9/11 and the Boston Marathon really changed the borders, spent my summers at a family cabin in Ontario and used to take 4H and School field trips to Manitoba Canada when I was a kid. Been stopped and searched going to and from the cabin this way by both US and Canadian Border Gaurds. Look at it threw their eyes, they're looking for potential spies and terrorists and she checks multiple boxes that could potentially be a cause of concern. Trips to high alert countries, a TH-camr/Patreon income, a Vegan entering Texas etc. It sucks and she would have been fine if she entered into California illegally, they'd have given her the government handouts guidebook and asked her to vote for whatever Democrats are running. God bless America where if you try do things right you're treated like a criminal and if you do things illegally you're welcomed with open arms and a gift basket. Having a vehicle full of camping equipment will get you searched quite frequently crossing US borders
@@donnawoodward3163 Look at her TH-cam Channel? That's your idea for vetting people at the border? Glad you're not in charge of border security.
Obviously, you have never traveled.
I lived in mexico 10 years. You’re friends were very correct in helping you get to where you needed to be, without making a wrong turn.
Dosent matter she just got lucky theres alot of cartel checkpoints in Mexico
When she said that family got chased by what were likely 'organ traffickers' I went cold all over. That people actually exist like this. That is one of the most sad things I've ever thought about.
@@adipsous
Wow she exposed the Americans!!!! She talks about what evils they did to her . They hand cuffed her
@@adipsous
The Chinese are into that . Has it even been stopped ...
@@AK4974U ikr, when she said didn't feel unsafe despite being told the world is scary I couldn't help but think how lucky she is being a caucasian foreigner in Mexico and not had any problems traveling by herself.
Primy and his entire family were the most welcoming I have seen on your tours! That bar-b-q vegan food looked amazing! I'm so glad they escorted you out as well! Safe travels Eva!!!
You crossed through Laredo??? Alone???? The dad side of me was FREAKING OUT. That's such a dangerous place even after you get across the border, it's sketchy in a lot of areas.
That's why in this case tbh I well understand the police. Unluckly she was unluck. I understand, I don't know, if it was happened in Usa but it is a border... I completely understand police. Is like here in Europe with terrorists. Police cannot know, they cannot say "this is a real famous youtuber" 1 because people could pretend to be it 2 because it is unfair.
Yeah, that's what I think was happened. She was just unluck.
Right? How is she alive? When I did that with two little blond blue eyed girls they took my girls because we didnt have visas or passports/anything. Patrol handcuffed me and I had to call for help in USA. Going from CA to mexico no problem but coming back- No Way. When I was a kid 1960s we lived in Mexico & went bk & forth all the time. Now - Hell NO
I've only just discovered your channel and I'm working backwards thru your vids. I want to say first off as an American who's tried, and lived among only spanish speaking folk that I am impressed with your ability at languages. 2nd, I'm completely envious at your ability to to travel and see all the places I've seen on your channel ( while scanning thru). No location is exactly how it's portrayed, it's the individuals when you get there that make the difference. And I've noticed that you give reasonable and logical advice on personal safety for travelling alone and I , as the father of 4 girls and 5 boys, greatly appreciate that. I am honestly addicted to watching what you share. As a truck driver, I love driving... anywhere. This trip from mexico to Alaska, going on rt 66.... I'm only hoping I can manage to retire and make that dream happen for me, in the meantime... please continue. safely. So I and others like me can live vicariously through you! Edit... Primy was an amazing person! SO generous and hospitable.
The cost of gasoline is not good these days, true story. Back in 1970 I had the first Honda cars sedan, with an air-cooled engine. Anyways, I drove from Fort Worth, Texas to Los Angles and then visited friends and then drove back. The cost of my gas for the actual travel from Fort Worth, TX to LA and back cost me about twenty bucks. Man, have times changed.
It sucks that you had to experience that. Customs and Border patrol are a scary group of people, but they do deal with some really scary characters. In their defense, I can only imagine how unusual and unlikely they thought your story was, that a sweet Polish woman just happened to decide to drive across the most dangerous border crossing between the U.S. and Mexico to take a road trip to Alaska for TH-cam.
I'm glad you made it through to make the great content that follows.
Yep, this is most likely why.
Meanwhile, illegals come willy-nilly 🤦♂️
@@TowGunner 99% of illegals don’t go through customs.
@@saga5924 maybe your attitude towards others is why you have no friends
@@saga5924 Man the air must be pretty thin so high on that horse.
I’m actually from Laredo and woah! It’s crazy but very brave of you to have come through and driven in from Nuevo Laredo. This area is really very dangerous in terms of cartel movement and trafficking. Happy to see you made it through!
Brave, or extremely foolish?
@@828enigma6 How can it be foolish if you don't know it better? In Europe, there are no dangerous borders. And obviously, she has already been in more dangerous countries than Mexico.
@@828enigma6 Women have no sense of danger, the head is up in the clouds all the time...
@@mukavelli Stop f'in generalizing, dude. You don't know all women. 🙄
@@smlorrin He's right though, unfortunately we give everyone the benefit of the doubt. More woman go missing while traveling with other woman than men go missing traveling alone.
I am an American Veteran and I went through something close to that coming back into the US after a trip to Canada. I had to remove EVERYTHING from truck... and after about an hour or so, with the same kinds of questions as you experienced, I was told to reload my truck and drive away. This was in 2018.... They saw my Veterans ID card and everything, and they STILL put me through the ringer. I guess when you're the Border Patrol you can do crap like that. I think they were just bored....
Yah American border guards can be assholes.
That is NOT THE BORDER PATROL, that is Customs and Border Protection OFO (Office of Field Operations). Please do not mix up (USBP) United States Border Patrol who wear olive green uniforms and are the ones that Patrol the lands between the ports of entry versus the CBP OFO who wear blueish black uniforms and are the ones encountered by Eva Zu Beck working the points of entry into the US.
@@GilliganMGCrebs USBP is no better. There's thousands of videos of them online pulling people over around borders pulling the same bullshit. They have virtually unchecked authority, one of the most tyrannical law enforcement agencies in this country.
Well, a lot of people who are trying to get in the country illegally will pretend to be veterans and end up actually pulling it off. I'm guessing something might have happened, and now they have to be extra careful. That might be why that happened to you.
I mean, I'm not from the US so its kinda not my business, but just because you have a veteran card you shouldn't get a pass in every situation automatically. Not because you don't deserve respect for your service, but because there are veterans who are still bad people unfortunately.
I am so sorry that happened to you. As an American I was detained and handcuffed flying in to Paris a few years ago because my name was similar to someone that was wanted. The frightening part was no one would tell me why I was being held until they let me go.
I’m a Canadian split my time between Texas and Canada. I highly recommend getting a global entry / Nexus. I travel back and forth all the time both air and land borders never ever get stopped or questioned by border services. Few countries you visited in the past sanctioned by U.S and Canada therefore re-entry will be challenged every time as long as those stamps on your passport. May be getting yourself a new passport have blank pages would help.
👍👍👍👍
You can only get a Global Entry/Nexus if you are a citizen or resident of Canada or the US. European tourist cannot get it
she is polish you know that right?
I drove to Montreal and Quebec from Burlington VT, I'm live in US, I didn't even show my passport. They waved us in to Canada at boarder. Maybe it was the VT licence plates. No idea? ❤️ 🇨🇦
They might do a random check.
Thank God you're still alive, and you made it across the border. Please don't let your guard, down. Praying that you will be safe in this big world. Love you sweetie.
Hi Eva, let me tell you first that I am Mexican and I know the Nuevo Laredo-Laredo border. I tell you that it is a border where there are many drug traffickers and it is very guarded. Also, since your passport has stamps that you have entered Iraq and Afghanistan, the Americans thought you were a terrorist. Greetings and good trip to Alaska.
I doubt this is the case. I get similar annoying experiences in Toronto and Montréal airports when going to the US. They just like to profile people. The US officers are not well trained.
@@Alternity666They are well trained. They're trained to be aholes.
Even though she's a well known travel vlogger? The customs agents must be idiotic magas.
This "always feeling under the pressure of time" really resonates with me. When I was 19, and travelled to Europe alone, I bought an old VW van in Amsterdam, driving it as far as Athens and the isle of Crete, and always I felt the urge to move on after only a few days in one place. Along the way I met countless travelers who would find a place they liked, and just settle in there, like the German man in this video. I thought these urges would die down as time went on, but they haven't. I suppose the nomadic soul craves movement, and the discovery of new people and places. Yet in that movement there are moments of pure bliss...
I discovered you because of your Texas video, and I have to tell you how impressed I am by your courage and sense of adventure. I write thriller novels, and you remind me of one of my female protagonists. Which is my way of saying you're a strong character!
Keep it up! I'm looking forward to following your journey. Stay safe, stay bold, and stay adventurous.
How do we financially support your journey. Especially if you are doing this FT
Eva, you're the sweetest thing, and with all these stressful situations you trigger the "fixt it" gene that guys sem to have, but obviosuly you're more than capable! Also, you have a really good Spanish accent, so that, plus your English, plus your Polish and who knows what else, you have a talent for languages! you go girl. :)
As a US Citizen and have traveled. The only Customs Officer that has hassled me have been US Customs. Like you crossing into the US from Canada pulling a boat. The boat and truck were completely emptied onto the floor of a building. Taken into a room and questioned asking the same questions by different people. Forced to undress and given a search of my body. I was at the boarder for over 4 hours. After the ordeal I had to repack the truck and boat.
I had a similar experience going to Canada from America at international falls on a fishing trip crossing into Canada and there even worse than the us. So besides the search and alll the bs one guy in our group had pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor in Wisconsin a couple months prior and Canada knew that and would not let him in. we crossed at three in the morning Canada said there was a small possibility they would let our friend in but they have to wait till nine in the morning. The supervisor came in and then it would be up to his discretion whether my friend get in or not. So to and our group stayed back in international Falls in one car, and the rest of us moved onto our fishing destinations. Upon speaking to a supervisor at 9 AM the supervisor decided that they would let my friend across the border to go fishing but he had to pay a $250 fine so he paid the fine, and he asked the supervisor what would happen in the future and the supervisor indicated that if he came back to Canada in the next five years the same process could happen again, and a different supervisor could reject him altogether. So Canada isn’t any better than US in fact are much worse, but somehow they have this reputation that they don’t deserve. Every time we caught crossed into the United States they just seem to be worried about once we told them we were fishing. How many fish did you have? How big were they? What kind of fish do you have and a couple of times we got our coolers surged, and one time one of our grove got busted and we had a pathfinder. I’d be interested to know what you think about this.
Sorry I use speech to text so some of the sentences don’t make sense
Border Patrol doesn't like to let people in who don't know how to spell "border"
I'm from Texas and I've lived in Mexico for about a year and a half. I can's speak on specifics, but from the things I've heard and seen while living in Mexico I can understand why the Border was so bad. Human and drug trafficking is a serious issue and the cartels have been very sneaky about getting past security. I am sorry that you had such a bad experience and it's hard having things happen and not understanding why. I guess they don't want anybody to have any information about why they do things that could report back to people who will try to abuse the system.
On a happy note, WELCOME and I hope that your journey is all you could have hoped for!
A friend and I were reentering Texas from Mexico (2008) and my friend was ill. I told the border control we needed medical help and they arrested us, stripped searched us, and held us for 2 hrs. No medical help until we were let go. Oh, the memories.
How many idiots do you think come through the border with balloons of drugs inside them that are burst in total? So when you rock up and make a scene about how your friend needs medical help, that is the first thing I would think of as a border agent. Your not a victim because they did their job correctly.
@Dan, thats the falsest of statements. medical assistance is readily available at the border.
Why is the border so messed up? What's the reason?
@@bruttosporcoecattivo September 11, xenophobia, five decades of drug smuggling, human trafficking, drug lords, and gun running out of and into Mexico.
@@bruttosporcoecattivo Drug smuggling, human trafficking, Terrorism
Even corpses have drugs stuffed in its bodies and smuggled across the border.
but its Ironic the current administration just allows any illegal to cross the border without a hassle.
I love that you got to stay with a local family! That was the highlight of this video for me. My family hosted exchange students for many years during my childhood and I think it’s a beautiful way to learn about other cultures. ❤
Primy and his family are such gems 🙏
I’m in Texas, I spent a lot of time in Laredo… lots of bad things happen at that crossing. I am sorry for the experience, but I see how you enjoyed the Texas hospitality.. God Bless
As an American, it is shocking how difficult it is to travel home after visiting abroad. Extra questions and extra searches....and that is flying back from Europe with a US passort. After jumping around Europe and Central America with such little fuss, I always forget to give myself extra, extra time when returning home...and I'm a white, middle age woman. Cant even image the nightmare it is for others. Once you begin to emerse yourself as you travel north, I hope you find it well worth that unpleasant and scary experience. P.S. I love the Texas hill country. New Mexico IS the land of enchantment; Utah is not to missed. It would not be Expedition Wild without time in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. All great preps for ur next country: Canada. The Canadian Rockies are mind blowing. So excited for u. Onward and forward!
Be sure to do the Banff-Jasper highway. It’s on of the most spectacular in the world based on my travels throughout the planet.
I experience this, as well, when I fly back to the US from Europe as a US citizen. It's always jarring! Lol
You have to realize that a USCBP officer particularly in Texas has probably never heard of Poland and if he has it's probably from Fox News so it's not good. Helping Ukrainians, so probably Nazis.
If she was a Spanish speaking Illegal Alien, then she would've been invisible to the U.S. Border patrol... They have their orders to harass and antagonize American Citizens; and not the other way around...
Totally agree. Also middle aged white woman. Coming home to the US is always the scariest part of any trip I take.
I'm from Laredo and the border crossing is no joke. It's not surprising the scrutiny that they put you under. That particular crossing is responsible for the seizure of millions of dollars worth of narcotics, cash and cash not to mention people on a daily basis. The Interstate 35 to Interstate 10 corridor is one of the most heavily used smuggling routes for both drugs and humans. The Border Patrol checkpoint that you subsequently drove through when leaving Laredo is also a hotspot for seizures. Laredo is a friendly place as is Texas but we just happen to live in a very dangerous area. Laredo is the largest inland port in the country and is the crossing point for billions in cargo from trucks to trains traveling north and south. The entire stretch of border here is frequently being infiltrated by the cartels. I'm glad you made the crossing through Tamaulipas safe. I've traveled through there and the feeling is not pleasant.
Laredo sucks
@@gooseegg7703 your mom sucks.
Insane how just going to a different crossing makes such a big difference. ItchyBoots just breezed right through.
It may have been that, but i wonder if she just chose the wrong word to answer a question, or looked at them crosseyed. Not saying its Eva's fault, but something during the interaction probably escalated this. Possibly when she got impatient with them, who knows.
@@dennisl6198 Bullshit! Even if she had complained, why do these trigger-happy Yanks always try to show their "Rambo" side! They are bullies. Explain how the U.S. border can't control hundreds of thousands of illegals from swarming unchecked into the country across the Southern border, but a young woman with easily checked credentials gets extensive hours-long harassment from some pig-bellied customs goons?! Your country is F'd up, having become global comic relief led by Biden and Harris along with the evil democratic party! So you know, those violent Hollywood movies are "Fiction", not reality!
Eva, I'm so sorry this happened to you! It's ironic that while traveling through Mexico, a country you were warned about as dangerous, you were met with hospitality and kindness, while upon entering the US you were met with such terrible treatment and cruelty. I hope that the rest of your trip is much more pleasant and welcoming! Such a moving story and a sad commentary on the state of hospitality and decency in the US right now.
more then ironic ...........honestly i will never visit such a country , not interested.
Such terrible country, terrible people.
And biden is president ! Just imagine if Trunp was still in charge !!
Exactly & everyone was saying mexico is dangerous
@@visionsbydean Being handcuffed for no reason is not JUST inconvenient, nor are you using "patrolled" in the right context. Violence and malice are better descriptions in this instance.
So sorry to hear about your experience. I was born and grew up in Laredo. It wasn't always this way but after 9/11 the border became incredibly militarized. Also there is a 5 mile zone North and South of the border where usual protections (like freedom from unreasonable search and seizure) do not apply. Your experience was horrible but far from unusual. I hope your trip gets better. As a friend used to say "the most beautiful sight in the world is Laredo in your rear view mirror." Also there is another checkpoint just north of the city as I'm sure you've found out by now.
Interesting. I'm American and did not know this.
Thanks for sharing. I'm in Michigan and have spent the majority of my time in crossing borders into Canada.
I heard US Border Patrol has jurisdiction within 100 miles of the border, not 5.
@@jeffs4483 This is correct.
@@midwestlakelife Canadian border isn't as bad as the Mexican.
@@VL1975 Canada is a basically a massive security checkpoint in itself. Huge country, sparse population, separated from other countries by rough and frigid arctic waters, massive tundras mountains and forests between each city, but still has modern airports and security checkpoints. Probably THE most intense bottleneck security check, is just the vastness of it.
I used to be a truck driver in the US who, sometimes, picked up or delivered good in Canada. My freight was always pre-cleared with the customs of both countries. Crossing into Canada as a US citizen was pleasant and easy. Crossing into the US (still, as a US citizen) from Canada was never fun. Even with that, I have never experienced what you were put through.
In the 80's I crossed into Canada on the interstate, answered about 4 questions, and was in. On the way back, I came down through Quebec into Maine on a small secondary road. It was a nice slow day at the tiny 2-lane border station, and I got THE WORKS. Checked every square inch of my car.
Yeah literally Canadian customs treats Americans better than actual American customs. Hell, I've been to Russia, they didn't even give me any issues
Yeah it's amazing, the US staff has really nothing to do all day long but harass people who just want to get through the border and on their way. Out of all the trips to other countries that I've ever had, and there have been many, they almost universally are a severe pain in the ass. I think they just have nothing better to do.
Same here. Never had any issue going into another country. Coming back into the USA was always hit or miss. Sometimes easy, sometimes they were jerks.
My experiences are similar. I've made many back and forth crossings between the US, Canada and Mexico going back to the 1970s when border politics wasn't as politically charged. My most difficult experiences have always come trying to get back to the US, and to my great surprise, I had more problems crossing back into my homeland from Canada than from Mexico.
You’re an amazing human being. Adventure Seekers are always one of a kind. Your energy, charisma, drive… it’s all very inspiring. Much love from Indianapolis and many safe travels ahead. ☕️☕️☕️
This happens more than you will know. So much love to you and as a native Texan. I am so sorry.
are you sorry you had 250k wade across the river into your state?
Yes. She is not the only one!
The earth is beautiful in the US but some of the people can be scary and the government is very scary. I traveled in my van for 3.5 years all over the US and completely fell in love with the earth. I left that country and moved my home-based to Mexico where the earth is amazing and so are the people. Follow your instincts.
Maybe you could convince the 20-30 million people that have illegally travelled to this earth to return to the part of the earth where ALL of the people are friendly. Either way VIRTUE SIGNAL: RECEIVED ✅
@@tressietes04 well, the us illegally stole the land from the indigenous people, so...
Hopefully all friendly ones are the ones being smuggled out.
Yes the US has stunning scenery and jaw dropping national parks. You'll be okay Eva, you're a strong, amazing courageous woman and kudos to that wonderful Mexican family that hosted you, they really went out of their way to give you a wonderful, homely experience. They are good people.
The earth is polluted in the US.
I am sorry to hear this happened to you. I hope you had better experiences with other people in the US.
As a US citizen I went through almost the same treatment coming in from Canada from Maine. Going into Canada took 20 minutes, coming back took 4 hours.
I guess it is time for a young person like yourself to begin to realize that even tho you see your life through the lens of your own experience and good intentions, Border Patrol has seen SO MANY folks who Seem to be Just Like You, who are INFINITELY DIFFERENT than you!
Many years ago when I was a student, I was moving from Michigan to Boston, and made the incredibly wrong decision to cross into Canada at Windsor and come out at Niagara, with everything I owned packed into my car. I had the whole “take everything out of the car” inspection at both border crossings. No handcuffs, though.
It's been maybe 7 years since I visited Vancouver, BC. I bet the situation wasn't as bad then, but I did notice going into Canada was a lot simpler than going back to the U.S.
I’ve crossed into Canada at two different locations without seeing any border patrol on both sides. Coming from Mexico, the US border patrol held me for two hours because I was driving a car with Mexican license plates. Finally a supervisor showed up, looked at my passport and told the agent: Did you look at his passport? Response: Yes, he is a US citizen in a Mexican car.
Look again!
Where was the passport issued?
US embassy, Mexico City
What is his address?
- - - Mexico City
So if he lives in Mexico, do you think he’s going to have American license plates.
I EVEN SHOWED HIM MY MEXICAN DRIVERS LICENSE! Pobre pendejo
@@wz7285 Okay, I get that perspective and have always tried to see the bigger picture. However, considering he said going INTO Canada was a much different experience, you have to assume that both sides being equal the assumption should be the same.. It's not easy to get into Canada, even a DUI and you've gotta go through a plethora of steps to even get visa.. Borders work two ways..
That’s definitely happened to me, and I’m a U.S. Citizen. They just want to see if you crack and admit to something interesting. When I told the boarder agent I left on vacation to Russia and was still welcome back at my service industry job he let me through. He even asked me about my boyfriends parents income. So weird.
That question makes sense as I would assume its a way to try to figure out how the person is paying for the trip (as in figure out if it's being funded by or for smuggling).
You went to Russia and are entering via Mexico, that's a massive red flag. You went to a nation the US has been at odds with and are reentering the US indirectly. You could be a spy, terrorist, foreign agent, smuggler, gangster, cartel, etc. The question about the parents was to determine if you have any foreing allegiances/funded by foreign parties. Crossing Borders is not supposed to be easy, its a massive national security risk especially for world powers. You should consider yourself lucky that the border isn't nearly as secure as its supposed to be given the past 30 years of continuosly weakened security
So weird. Where I grew up, that would be an insolent question. Quite offensive, as it is considered quite a personal matter.
@@firstjohn3123 it’s offensive here to lol
Meanwhile they pat down one girl, TONS of llegal substances are being smuggled right under their noses. Yey! Tax payer's $$$
I just started following you after your Texas video was recommended by TH-cam. This border crossing situation was excessive. Sorry that happened but glad you're back on the road. I'm looking forward to following along. 👍
Same here! The Texas video got me hooked!
Same - I'm here because of the Texas suggestion! Those darn algorithms...lol!
😊😊same😊😊
@@Apoll024 Watch the Middle East portions and the cargo ship. This woman knows no fear.
The border crossing was excessive, but it was because of 9/11 that happened in the US that caused our borders to be extra precaution. Other then that, I'm glad she had gotten through safely and is onto the next adventure!!
I love how she takes us through her overwhelming moments--the good, the bad and the ugly!
she is a fake
It’s dreadful! The same thing happened to me, but it got worse. They held me in an overcrowded underground cell for 4 days, then held me captive at a detention centre for 3 weeks, and made me fly back to England. I had done nothing wrong! I arrived by land, with a us friend, after volunteering as an English tutor in Mexico. The online us government website stated there’s be a 1-94W entry form to fill out. The guard at the entrance ok’d me to enter the building, next thing I knew I was being arrested for being in the building without a visa!? Absolute nightmare! I documented it on my yt channel and wrote a little book about it (detained, by Dee Lee) on Amazon, as therapy, and to hopefully she’d light and help others avoid such an ordeal! I’m glad you’re ok! Stay safe! Happy travels! 💫
Omg that is so shocking!! 😢😢I don't understand how they can do this!! So sorry you went through that but WELL DONE for documenting it and writing a book!!! Everyone who experienced something similar should also document it - and it would help to change things, and possibly bring charges against those whom acted unlawfully. I will check out both. 💛💛💛
@@eg348 Thank you EG. It was unreal, I couldn’t believe what was happening? One minute I was a tourist having a lovely time in Mexico, the next I was being treated like a bank robber! Handcuffed, shackled, locked in a tiny overcrowded cell with 14 other women all squashed together on the floor covered in tin foil blankets that looked like body bags! And that was only the beginning. What Eva went through was the tip of the iceberg, but still very shocked and traumatic. They seem to treat people as though they are guilty of a crime, until they find out they’re innocent, then they let them go, as if nothing happened! I still have nightmares. Hopefully the more people who share their stories, it will help to spread awareness.
One simple, logical question an American border guard can ask himself is whether a person who want to do bad for America will present himself with a valid passport and visa to a border guard? Such bad people will try to sneak in by various other methods.
Wow I am so sorry for this! 😣
Hi Dee Lee Rambles 😊💗💗💗 I'm only seeing your reply now! After I read your first comment I went straight to your channel and found your video about it m.th-cam.com/video/j-6vUy6k0dM/w-d-xo.html
I was so shocked I wanted to know more so I actually just bought your book online 💗💗💗 and I was just coming back to Eva's video, to post the link to yours under your comment, for anyone else who may want to know more, when I saw your reply! 😊
God Bless you and heal you from that awful experience it's no wonder you are still having nightmares!!!
But you came through it and you took back your power back by documenting your experience!!! Well done for your courage and strength!!! You are an inspiration!!!
Love, Hugs and Many Blessings to You Dee Lee!!! 💜💜💜💗💗💗💛💛💛💗💗💗💜💜💜
It’s amazing how one can feel that they belong in a completely unknown location. That is beautiful ❤️
Eva, I thoroughly enjoy watching you and it was just by accident that I came across your video entitled "First Impressions of Texas". You are truly a "Hoot" as we say here in Texas. Sadly, I didn't have the opportunity to have met you when you traveled through our Great State, because I would have loved to have done so. ...I do wish you well in your travels, and wish and hope for your safety. As a "Retired" Law Enforcement Officer I've seen and experienced what you have not. So be Safe! I wish you nothing but happiness that is exceeded by your Dreams. Bj ~ Palestine, Texas
Wow my fiance is from Palestine texas:)
I have traveled the world... and even flying back from London to L.A., the U.S. customs were the most obnoxious I have yet encountered. I can only imagine how bad it can be at Laredo.
I can see why this channel is super popular, your energy is great, the adventures and people you see are interesting.
Keep up the amazing work 👍
I just hope that it goes smoother for you when you cross from Canada into Alaska. No one would fault you if you started your adventure from the Yukon instead. Primy and his family seemed so lovely :)
People (excluding drug and mafioso dealers) are lovely south of the border.
@@GM-cq6ez Clearly you DON'T mean "Primy the drug dealer," or "Primy the mafioso leader," correct? lol How about "People are TYPICALLY lovely south of the border" so that they're not confused with gun-wielding criminals?
Canada into Alaska, USA? It is the same schit. Passport, visa, proof of your existence documentation out the Ying Yang. I worked at a truck stop in the Border. It was hell getting into Alaska from there(before 9-11) Can only be worse now.
That border incident is all part of being a traveler. Our family which consisted of naturalized Chinese Americans and Chinese Australians decided to go to Tijuana from Sacramento. My family all had accents as they migrated to America after high school or later. When presenting ourselves to border customs we declared we were US and Australian citizens. I got through because I was only 6 years old when I immigrated so I didn't have an accent and they let me enter. My brother and one sister (no passports) and another sister and brother in-law who had Australian passports were held and interrogated for several hours in an interview room before they decided to let them through. This was in the 90's so its worse now.
Thank God it's stricter now. The number of illegals in the US is unsustainable and fks over the citizens here.
Doesn't make it right.
My dad lost his cool cuz as a Chinaman we were routinely picked for random security screenings at airports after 9/11. They would literally make us stand aside at the gates and search us again.
I watched one video yesterday and was completely hooked. Your storytelling and kindness are really addicting. Thank you for doing this and letting us enjoy your travels.
OMG, this is terrible and it breaks my heart. I am so sorry!!!
I am a US citizen and I am sorry and embarrassed that that happened to you. I want answers why they did that to you!
Yes, a single woman traveling around the world , sharing how interesting and nice most other people in different cultures are, is highly suspicious ! But a home-grown, 18 year old kid can buy two assault rifles and 300 rounds of ammunition for his birthday, and that is perfectly fine.
@@dr.maturin4648 thanks for pointing out the absurdity.
You want answers? Ok, how about looking at the people who try to come across our southern border. Drug cartels, human traffickers, illegals from all over the world, criminals, gang members, and people on the terrorist watch list. And where had she been? That’s right, multiple countries that are on that watch list and very unfriendly to the US. Not to mention she was traveling on one of the worst roads in Mexico. Border Patrol was completely appropriate in dealing with someone with so many red flags. How about using some intellect and not going on liberal feelings and emotions.
@@dr.maturin4648 if you hate the Bill of Rights move to a fkn country like....anywhere but here....adios mr
Welcome to the USA. Can't believe how traumatic we make it for people to come and visit here. So sorry to you and everyone that is harassed at our borders. Enjoy the beauty here and safe travels.
they have to search everyone including U.S citizens NOBODY CAN BE TRUSTED... You can’t just cross the border of a country and expect to not get checked... It's like an airport process, everyone needs to be checked before entering a plane so that criminals cannot make it through and enter a plane with innocent people. And it's extremely hard to detect a criminal who knows how to fit into society.
the borders should be open to people coming in legally and going through a process legally. Sadly illegals and gangs are coming through we cannot trust everyone... The border agents have to be extremely careful and thoroughly search everyone to due to sex trafficking, illegal guns coming through, and illegal drugs entering. The border agents are not at fault they are told to allow people with legal papers to come through easily but they have to search first... I can’t go to a European country and live there without a visa... That is illegal. Sadly, she got handcuffed but you have to understand that we have a crisis at the border. This is definitely not the right time to enter the U.S. And, sadly, the cartels have destroyed the southern border.
As a matter of fact, even as a European entering via JFK with your family on a holiday, you feel treated as a suspected felon.
We Have ways of making you talk. show us your papers now. Freedom? Someone in washington seems to have forgotten the words on the statue of liberty. Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.
We as Americans are treated that way too. US Immigration personnel take their job way too serious. It might also have to do with the real traffickers that give the rest of us a bad experience and name.
@@armandob.castenelli3525 For real. Crossing between the US and Canada, I sometimes forget I'm American and not Canadian based on how I'm treated entering each.
Quite the "unwelcome wagon"! As a Midwesterner, I expect my government to be thorough, which they tend NOT to be, but we should be treating people with respect. I hope the trip gets better quickly!
Primy and his family are amazing people. What a wonderful experience!
They wanted you to be safe and sound! So nice to have made new friends in Mexico.❤
Omg Eva I’m glad you’re ok 🧡 As always say let’s take it one day at a time. Some challenges can be scary but keep going. 🧡 you are the bravest 🙌🏽✨💓
hello there
She was sexually violated, it’s as simple as that.
As an american, I’m so disgusted you or anyone else who crosses the border is treated that way. Thank you for sharing as these stories need to be more exposed.
yes, while criminals are getting free pass with a welcome and a free cell phone - so SAD.
@@sharkab5593 You will also find some corrupt officials working with bad guys, makes you question all the questions while they detain people.
Get over it can you imagine what it is like to work on that border with the government not supporting you now we're rest them don't arrest them do this do that you do the one wrong thing just like the cops in the cities and you get in trouble you know I don't know the whole story I haven't watched the whole video yet but you know they have a right to protect themselves it's a shame that Ava got caught but God knows I've crossed many borders and I've had problems and I don't whine about it and you know you might tell people about it like she is I don't have a problem with that but you know you don't. just get over it
Eva is a real world traveller and nothing daunts her. To see her cry over her traumatic experience with the border police speaks volume of the horrendous treatment being meted out by these "officers". Brave of you Eva for speaking out!
@@khenglim The crying was pure click bait.
As a Canadian who has travelled around the world, I can honestly say that my worst experiences with border guards always happen when entering the US. I don't know what it is with them, but they are the most unfriendly and nasty border guards in the world!
Yup 🇨🇦
Don't you know that they are God's chosen people, far superior to humanity !!!
When i travelled to LA. the Border Guards at LAX was the unfriendliest and pissed off guys ive ever met in my life.
…REALLY…??? Could that be for having VERY POROUS borders? (I DON’T know…). EACH country protects its borders…OR, NOT…. After THIS episode, BE CAREFUL, have a great ADVENTURE…. 😃👍🏼👣
I'm an American, and before facial ID and TSA pre-check, they could be assholes to us as well...The two worst border crossings I have had have been going into and out of Windsor Canada. Once by an American thug and once by a Canadian thug. People who don't violate laws get the worst treatment.
That family is beautiful. Hospitable, warm welcoming... God bless their sweet hearts
A few years ago my brother and his family was also detained at the border for a reason that was so menial I don’t even remember what it was. I am so sorry this happened to you. I hope you’ll enjoy your stay here in the 🇺🇸☺️ There are a lot of nice and helpful people here. If you encounter some snobbish/uptight people please do not be disheartened. I am Asian American and I love this country! I wish I can travel the world but I can’t so I live the adventures I’ll never have (unless I win the lottery🤞😁) through your travels. My family and I love you and wish you the best! Please be careful out there, take care always🙏🏼❣️❣️
Wow, the border crossing was nuts but I feel like I am not super surprised, unfortunately. I have heard stories about Europeans, especially Eastern Europeans, getting recruited as drug traffickers by various cartels. Add that to the fact you are crossing with a car and have a boat load of weird passport stamps...yikes. Glad you got through it safely! Hope you have a great time in the U.S.!
That is not the point. The point is after all their nonsense they put handcufs on her. What was that? Power trip? Are they insane?
USA looks like a backwood Shithole!
Idealism and reality dance to a different beat.
Eastern Europeans getting recruited as drug traffickers? I'm gonna call BS on that one.
@@wjhandy
Looks like bv.
Knows what they talking about. What are you, talking about?
@@Designer_TopG Idealistically, she would have been given a map and coupon book.. realistically they reminded her that crossing into the US is a privilege, and her attempt was scrutinized in the spirit that if everything is in order she should just let them do their job, which is getting more difficult every day.
Eva has a personality that's so happy, carefree and positive I'd give $1m to have. There is nothing pretentious about her. She is one of those rare free spirits. Please don't ever lose that.
On a side note she's one pretty girl who likes to show skin. 😍🤩
The time I worked (completely legally) in the USA was probably the best time of my life. I could continue but the constantly worse and worse experiences on the American border made me stop going there. Sorry, America but there are many places in the world where one is not treated as a criminal just because they cross a border. But I still love the land 🇺🇸
I am a Texan and the sad reality is that thousands cross our borders legally and illegally daily. Many are traffickers. Texas communities have to worry Fentanyl, drug and human smugglers coming into our communities. The border control is OVERWHELMED and have an almost impossible job to do. It’s a sad reality. There aren’t that many taxing most other borders.
I mean, I can't really blame the caution on the border. That border has some dangerous stuff going on. They NEED to be careful I guess.
@@morningrosie3684 I was talking about experiences I had not on the Mexican border but the US airports. I was arriving as a visiting scientist with a J-1 visa and treated as a criminal. Thanks but no thanks. In the whole EU I can travel and work without using a passport (yes, it's true!). So I stopped working for the US institutions. As simple as that.
@@arctic_haze Yeah. I suppose. Everything with air travel went downhill after 9/11. Again, I can't really blame them though.
@@morningrosie3684 It is not about blaming but simply choice. Within the European Union, I can travel without a passport (and this is why I no longer have a valid one). During most air trips I took in recent years, I did not even have to show any ID. Sometimes I did have to scan it at an automatic border gate. I can legally work in all EU countries with no excessive paperwork. So why bother about the security obsessed Unites States?
I’m so happy you posted this, and especially how it contrasts between your experience in Mexico vs US. As a fellow full time traveller, I can confirm that my worst ever travel experience has been at the US border as well. It is insane the absolute horrendous treatment they would give you for nothing, abusing power and giving the rudest treatment I ever experienced, to just let you go hours later with no explanation or apology. Why is that just in the US? I don’t get it.
They are not so bad if you're flying in but some have an attitude and rude. Only in America! It seems that certain jobs in this country tend to attract people who are on power trips.
They always feel they are superior to everyone else on this planet. The American people in general are pretty friendly but their uniformed authorities are just born Aholes who think that by the badge they wear they just have to bully everyone. Had a friend who spoke so higly of the US oif A , but not anymore, after his demeaning stupid ridiculous arrival at the US. their forefathers had good intentions, but the leaders have really screwd that up, just as many other greedy leaders!!
I've never met a time traveler before. Nice to meet you.
Hearing about all these awful situations here is shocking!!! A film should be made about this to help stop this abuse and change things!!! It is SO wrong and very shocking and traumatic for innocent people that are deliberately out through this ordeal!!!
I came across another lady here in the comments section called Dee Lee who had a horrific experience and she documented her experience in a short video on her channel - if anyone would like to know more it's m.th-cam.com/video/j-6vUy6k0dM/w-d-xo.html
This should not happen - It needs to stop!!!
You have to realize that a USCBP officer particularly in Texas has probably never heard of Poland and if he has it's probably from Fox News so it's not good. Helping Ukrainians, so probably Nazis.
How scary, shocking, and traumatic! Sadly the USA government, primarily security departments such as Homeland Security, Border Patrol, and ICE, can be defensive, unsmiling, unfriendly, and ultimately miserable representatives of the USA government to foreigners, and even to the government's own citizens. No question, vloggers who travel internationally are going to be subject to more scrutiny, but there are ways to protect yourself from border hassles: in the case of the USA, getting a "trusted traveler" designation (such as "Global Entry") means that at the airport you are through any customs check in about 20 seconds, similar to TSA checks. Canadians and Mexican citizens may also be included in some of these designations.
You have to have a very different (routine) occupation.Nexus and trusted traveller are for people who cross the same border often, for work or residency. For example, Canadians who live in Windsor and work in Detroit.
@VENGERMAX who is criticizing America?? Border control is just doing its job and not everyone is entitled to Nexus or Trusted Traveller. Some people literally drive through the border everyday at Windsor. But I don't.
Thank you thank you for showing the humanity of people! These days the media tries to tell us that people are evil and that we should fear them, but that has not been my experience at all. Sure, I've had some sketchy situations over 50yrs and have even had a gun pointed at my head, but truth be told that is so rare and 98% of my experiences have been fruitful and positive. Please continue to show the goodness in humanity.
I'm so sorry that happened to you! We cross the border into San Diego, CA and it's always scary. I'm glad you're OK.
I’m very sorry that you had that awful experience at the border! What a wonderful visit with Primy and his family! Remember that there are good people everywhere and I’m sure you will meet them on your current journey! You are smart, strong and brave and we get the privilege of following your journey! That is very exciting and inspiring! Hang in there, it will be worth it! Cheers!
You´re mighty brave, you kept composure after all those questions, people, and instigation, I understand the U.S.A. has a lot of reason to be very careful about their frontiers and who's getting in, be safe and keep being wonderful!
People seem to forget the u.s relations with a lot of countries right now are extremely delicate. She had Arabic countries on her passport and was coming in through Mexico.those are massive red flags
@@Tampafan33 Yes no one else seems to be glad that they were so cautious with her. We have people from the middle east being paid by foreign governments like China to come to the US through the Mexican border. They have caught dozens in New Mexico where I'm from.
@@alvarnunez3215 Allegedly paid by China, Russia, Afghanistan, or Martians
Completely understandable as to why you were emotional, it was totally uncalled for!!! Handcuffing you for absolutely NO reason was like being assaulted in the most brutal way!
I've been following you journey from the beginning and living vicariously through your amazing vlogs!
You are incredibly Brave,Intelligent and a beautiful humanbeing.
Stay safe in your journey!
🙏👍😊💛
Bless your heart,stay strong young lady and may the angels be with you. ✌️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
American here. I will never cross overland back into this country after crossing from Quebec to Vermont on a Greyhound bus. They were horrible to every single one of us on that bus, American or not (not that it matters your nationality imo, just saying they were equal opportunity assholes). The whole experience was traumatizing and I wasn't handcuffed or patted down, just given a hard time because they felt like it. They held our bus for almost three hours to harass the Black mother traveling with kids. I can't imagine what it was like for her.
Oh dear, that is so, so humiliating! 😔 I love traveling to every corner of the world, but this is one of the many reasons I have no interest in visiting the US. I commend your courage and ability to stay focused on your goal, and I wish the rest of your expedition goes smoothly and beautifully! People do not deserve to be treated like criminals before there is actual evidence of criminal behavior. Take care! 💟
they have to search everyone including U.S citizens NOBODY CAN BE TRUSTED... You can’t just cross the border of a country and expect to not get checked... It's like an airport process, everyone needs to be checked before entering a plane so that criminals cannot make it through and enter a plane with innocent people. And it's extremely hard to detect a criminal who knows how to fit into society.
the borders should be open to people coming in legally and going through a process legally. Sadly illegals and gangs are coming through we cannot trust everyone... The border agents have to be extremely careful and thoroughly search everyone to due to sex trafficking, illegal guns coming through, and illegal drugs entering. The border agents are not at fault they are told to allow people with legal papers to come through easily but they have to search first... I can’t go to a European country and live there without a visa... That is illegal. Sadly, she got handcuffed but you have to understand that we have a crisis at the border. This is definitely not the right time to enter the U.S. And, sadly, the cartels have destroyed the southern border.
As someone who lives in the US. I don't blame you at all. They teach us to be proud to Live in America "Land of the Free" I feel nothing but shame and anger towards this country.
@@jsmmkm15 I agree U.S dollars should stay in America not go to Europe.
@@jsmmkm15 you’re free to leave... Go to the UK or Norway... It's quite a good place to live... OH BTW did I tell you that they'll search you thoroughly due to having terrorist attacks in the past? Because I have been to those countries in Europe... France is even more tougher.
Yeah, I lived in Houston from '01 to '04 and I have no desire to go back for the time being. Which is a shame, really, because the country and people are nice. Would've loved to go back and travel throughout the States, maybe go on a long train trip across the wildnerness. But it'll need to dig itself out of the hole it's in before I dare go anywhere near it, sadly.
@Samuel: I work as a porter at my city's airport (Bergen, Norway), and the American tourists are often so confused when arriving from baggage claim. "Where's customs?", they'll ask. "You're through!", we'll answer. I think even to most foreign visitors it's just passing a green sign saying "Nothing to declare".
I am so sorry you had this experience at the border! I would suggest that next time you go further west and cross at the Palomas/Columbus border in New Mexico. It is far less crowded and almost a different country compared to Texas. Buen Viaje!
Completely agree! Even California probably would have been better. Safer, certainly, as so many tourists go through there regularly.
Yes going through Texas bordering Tamaulipas and Nuevo Leon is where real danger is at, next time go more west
Texas is its own country but has not officially succeeded from the USA because they would loose out on all their federal entitlements.
These videos are great ! Eva's channel is a true gem of YT :) Keep up the good work Eva !
I'm so sorry you experienced this. I've been harassed by cops, handcuffed, interrogated, but never the degree of fear and disempowerment that they put you through. America is one of the most insane countries, inhumane policies for sure. May the rest of your journey be much kinder, simpler, and more peaceful. Sometimes I wonder if government officials just want to sweat people out before approving any paperwork...
America with inhumane policies? Holy crap I’m guessing you’ve never traveled anywhere except for western countries.
@Michelle Kelly The so-called police of the world has become a police state. Intimidation is the name of their game. It's pathetic.
@@dragasan cry
@Telleva This isn't true. The US gives inalienable rights to all people, not just citizens. Life is one of them. This is protected at the federal level across all states. Murder is not legal anywhere in the US for any reason.
I’m so sorry! How embarrassing as a US citizen to know you were treated that way when entering my country. I hope all of your possessions were returned to you in the same condition you removed them from your rig. I guess everything should be upward and positive from there. Safe travels.
she came from the south. She's not an exception. The border patrol are just doing their job
@@jwilsonbb5684 There are many ways of doing a job...
@@jwilsonbb5684 I’m sorry but that seemed a bit radical way of “doing their job.” Emptying the rig and inspecting yes. Questioning yes. The rest; no.
@@jwilsonbb5684 yeah good job 👏 👍
@@vickiesweitzer8625 I cross the border very often, this is actually common procedure. We have gone through X-Rays and we have had secondary inspections (these are the ones where your vehicle is searched thoroughly while you wait outside of it, non US Citizens are sometimes taken in and processed for security purposes, I have friends that have gone through pat downs as well, a lot of crazy stuff happens here in the border on a daily basis so all this is pretty standard for US customs to do. It is a very stressful situation for people to go through that's for sure.
As Canadians we often cross into the US. Even for us the US Customs is the scariest part of any trip south. We’ve never had a bad experience but we are always nervous wrecks. I hope that Canadian Customs treat us much better! Good luck Eva! What a terrible experience!
Omg., Eva, what an experience - concerning the treatment at the border.
It's so understandable that your feelings take over and make you cry from a mixture of fear and relief.
I just found your channel. Thank you for inviting us along on your adventure.
As a US citizen, I offer you my sincere apologies for your problems at our border. We need to treat people better in so many ways.
I am now in my 60s and beginning to think about retirement. I am putting together my bucket list, and I am thinking about whether to create a channel as the time comes nearer and share my adventures as well. Who knows? If it is successful, it will fund more adventures than I could ever do on my own.
This is just how all cops are now and Im saying this as someone whos whole family is LEO and I was in the Army. They have become truly tyrannical over the last 2 years.
I’m from Laredo and I unfortunately know of several people that have gone through the same thing. My mom’s boyfriend is from Iran and when we came back from just being in Nuevo Laredo for a few hours, they detained him for 4 hours
I am a US citizen since birth. I was a trucker for a few years and after re-entering the USA near Detroit I and my driving partner were detained for 24 hours. We stayed in the truck cab and sleeper, but we were not allowed to leave.
And they sent us through an x-ray machine that x-rayed the entire truck with us in it. I don't recall any reason given for doing so. The other guy in the truck was the truck owner and while we were waiting to go through the customs line he told me not to joke around with the customs guy and the customs guy heard that. I think he wanted to know why he said that and it set off some flags in his mind. The Canadian customs people are very nice, the opposite of the US customs agents.
Oh my goodness, I am so sorry that happened to you! May you meet so many lovely folks to welcome you here, and help you feel safe. Travel well, dear Eva.
Woow Eva you are so brave! I’ve been following you on all your adventures & honestly what you went through while crossing the Us/ Mexican border is very challenging even for US citizens of color. I cried through this video because I could only imagine your fear. Im happy that Mexican people treated you so wonderful, I have Mexican roots & are very proud of my people. I’m actually half European but I’m so very proud to be Mexican.
How is she "of color?"
Person of color is unsophisticated. This can accidentally be used for white people with olive complexions. Myself, I tan well and my dad was dark, but he was white. He had jet black hair, brown eyes, and olive skin. It’s not unusual for white people to be dark. My dad made me feel pale. Are you confused?
@@gemoftheocean polak color 😂
I live on the US side of the border with Canada, and the US customs side has often been so harsh. Heading into Canada/BC, OMG the nicest people ever. They have even printed directions for me on their printer when my US Cell based navigation would not function once heading north. I kind of have the "classic dirtbag snowboarder look", so I do get that some "attention" may come my way though.
From Vancouver, BC I crossed during summer 19 about 6 times border just for trips (Mount Baker, Seattle and so on), on this border there were no problems. But I moved more east and customs were such pain in the assss
@@Desperoro Sumas, WA into Canada was my worst experience ever back in 89.
@@lavapix always depend on single person :( That's problem of America is that officer is the rule.
USA is trying to determine if you want to work as an illegal worker, and if you bring fruit because it is crimina !!! Canada wants to know the value of the gifts you bring back ;-)
Total nonsense. RCMP are not angels. I know of multiple accounts of them harassing Americans trying to enter Canada.
You are pleasantly exposing the goodness of people- strangers, even. I hope things get sorted out, and those “bumps” are there to make your journeys even more exciting :). And I really hope you are forever safe and healthy.
May you continue to be blessed.
I LOVE how you show your real emotions in your videos. As a fellow single (woman) traveller I really appreciate it that you're telling your authentic story! 👏
My past experience tells me you never cross the US border alone, because then they just assume you are a drug smuggler. I once had 3 hours of questioning because I flew solo from New Zealand and they were pretty open with that fact that they believe it's suspicious if you are by yourself
That's so UNACCEPTABLE!!
for what? So unfair and frustrating.
I am so happy that you are safe and sorry to hear that you experienced this bad experience.
Thank God that you are not from the middle east 🙏🏻 otherwise, it would've even been worse.
I'm Iraqi/British and everytime I travel to the States to visit family I get stopped and asked so many questions only because I was born in Iraq and my name is Ahmed..
When are we all gonna live in harmony and peace?! I think never.
Again, I'm quite gland that you are safe and thanks for sharing this with us.
Edit: I've read some of the comments and got annoyed how people compare things in different countries and some got a bit too political and keep justifying the use of unnecessary force. (I really hate politics and don't respect almost all politicians).
All what I want is innocent civilians wherever they come from or travel to, treated with respect.
Besides, any country has all rights to keep their boarders safe and I respect them for that ✌
I've seen enough violence when I was in Iraq (I was born during the Iraqi-Iranian war and lived there to witness the American invasion of Iraq).
That's why I wish that we all live in peace.
Love to American people and everyone else 🤍
My apologies Ahmed. You would be welcome to Hawaii. With Aloha...
It is very acceptable and very fair to the American citizens! We are very thankful for the protection! Sure not everyone is evil, corrupt, or extremist! But we have been attacked many times by most of the middle eastern countries! Can you blame us,For doing our best to help protect our boarders? @AhMeds Journal I am sure you are a good person, but not everyone is! And you can never be to careful! We do things totally different here in America! 🙃👌🏼👍🏼🤙🏼🇺🇸
@@normfromhawaii1173 He is clearly welcome in America too! Just has to answer a few questions. Also Hawaii is American! So if he is welcome in Hawaii then he can come to the other United States as well!😜👌🏼👍🏼🤙🏼🥰
@@normfromhawaii1173 many thanks 🙏🏻 I totally understand that the government has to be vigilant and make sure the country is safe and secure. I'm just sad that good people like Eva get mistreated (such an experience could have a negative traumatic impact on people)
I don't mind answering all questions but handcrafted and searched the way Eva described would be too much).
I have visited the states many times and I met very kind people.
Will definitely visit Hawaii 😊
I wish that everyone in this world live in peace and people love each other 🤲🏻
god forbid white person got stop by immigration
Welcome to the US - we have a really bad reputation with Homeland security for harassing & even torturing whomever seams suspect or has any association with our ‘enemies’ - so sorry u went thru that & so glad it wasn’t worse!
Unfortunately the USA has become its own worst enemy.
@VENGERMAX we’re not the ones out of our minds, but our corrupt government and militarized police and border guards? Absolutely insane.
@VENGERMAX Warning: Don't drink the Koolaid!
By the way those are INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL LAWS.
1. Visa required .
the same would happen to you if you want to cross the border in a country that requires a visa . One should get their visa from the USA consulate from country of origin of the passport .
2. You need an international driving License and insurance if you want to drive in the respective country .
Is clear that most of you all never traveled outside country except on the Carnival cruise and organized bus tours.
"What WAS that?" < intimidation. they're trained in it. You were supposed to break down in front of them - it sounds like you didn't!. Not even when they put you in cuffs. Amazing. Stay strong and put it behind you now. 30-odd years ago I wanted to take an off-road bike up to Alaska but didn't realise gas stations are scarce!
what do you mean with break down ? she breaks down and admits she has drugs ?
@@taosux1 yeah, if she did. or whatever other ill intent a person may have. she didnt, because she is honestly coming in for good reasons, so she was sent through. you have to understand how highly irregular almost everything about her entry was -- from her background, to her vehicle, to her stated intentions. obviously not a warm welcome and its unfortunate that she had a bad experience but their job isnt to welcome people, its to protect the country. she didnt go through anything that a reasonable person isnt fully aware they are subject to when crossing an international border, especially between countries where you dont hold eithers citizenship.
@@zacharygordon6014 still I dont understand the intention of being "rude" as if that would help to catch a criminal
@@taosux1 its not rude its intimidation. They're not being "mean" for the sake of it, they're trying to instill an idea of "you're in here with us and if you are smuggling drugs then we *will* find out
@@thatguyoverthere1224 that's useless and some are mean for the sake of it, the best detectoive is the one that doesnt show he suspects you until the last moment, intimidation is useless and these people are braindead anyway bye
Nice video that's awesome meeting good families
Sorry that you went through that border crossing ordeal. My gut instinct is Pakistan and Iraq entries on your visa triggered it. Glad it all worked out for the best in the end.
More like being a foreigner entering the US indirectly. Always enter the US Via plane if coming from over seas. Indirect travel, especially on land, looks highly suspect and is a potential national security risk
I'm so sorry this mess happened to you. I'm glad what happened in the next video were able to give you a better impression of my country.
This is the sort of hospitality that Republicans get off on.
Adventure implies risk as well as reward. You are on the grandest adventure of all time. I can't wait to see every minute of it that you can share with us. You are a natural at this. You're photogenic and bubbly personality and your realism and your honesty just touches us. Deeply. Thank you. With all my heart.
I am thrilled to have stumbled upon your TH-cam channel. I am also glad I am alone watching - I cried both times you went emotional - saw it coming, even. So I was relieved not to have worried my family - laughing through the tears. I have been arrested by US Federal law enforcement at gunpoint, handcuffed and mirandized and ended up walking free. But when you can't see the future, its scary. Also, I have travelled deep into Chiapas Mexico for an extended period and everyone was absolutely friendly and helpful, including the Zapatistas. But my favorite place on earth (that I have witnessed and lived in) is the Ticino, CH. I am looking forward to watching more of your posts - I've seen only three so far. Thanks!
I am glad you are made it through to the USA. I am so sorry that you had to go through all of that to get here. Unfortunately politics has ruined our great country and the border of Mexico is a horrible place. So I hope you do not judge our country on this experience. There are good people here and I hope you have a wonderful time traveling through. I live in the Vancouver Washington area and work in the Portland Oregon area and it is green and beautiful hear year round. So keep you chin up and I hope you have an amazing experience here.
I'm so sorry you had such a traumatic border crossing! I'm glad you made it and that your expedition continues!
Feel sorry for your bad experience entering US. I am sure you will have good time going forward and we will be watching your brilliant videos. Thanks for documenting that border trouble, I hope 2M viewers will see this. We, your followers, know that this is a shame on US border officials to treat you this way.
It's an embarrassment. But then, so is Texas.
@@GM-cq6ez embarrassment for what? She had red flags, it would have happen to you and me if we tried to do the same thing. She was not mistreated. If you visit certain countries, you will be scrutinized when you travel later. That is fact.
@@FelixCervantes Ah yes, it's completely normal to HANDCUFF an unarmed cooperative woman when she's in a building full of fucking border guards that could subdue her in seconds.
I'm a 6' guy and I've never been handcuffed even when I was stopped by two policemen and I was super in the wrong and suspicious (forgot my documents at home and I was driving a foreign registered car, at night). They just asked me to stand outside the car while they checked all the information I gave them.
You Americans have an extremely screwed up idea of how the police should behave towards civilians.
did anyone see the year this incident happened?
Girl! What you said about freedom and your making this trip despite the opinions of others is truly inspiring.
Because, what is the use of having freedom if we don’t live it?
Sending you Big Blessings and God’s speed.
Primy's family was amazing! Points of light in the world.
Just found your channel, Eva...Love It! As an American, I'm so sad to hear about the terrible experience you had at the border. I've been blessed to travel throughout my life and will say when travelling in the States stay out of the cities and you'll find fantastic beauty and amazing people. Don't miss Arizona, Colorado, Utah, and Montana while heading north. We will be watching for updates. Cheers
I just found your channel in my recommended and I have to say: You're such a vibrant ray of sunshine in an otherwise cynical, dark world! You have such a sunny disposition on things. Be careful out there!
The world really isn't that dark and cynical 😉
@@pangaea5258 Especially the ones that shine the brightest 😉😉
2nd video in and I’m hooked 👏🏽 You have such a great personality and are a good storyteller. So glad I found your channel ❤