The Frustration of Immigration Ep.154

[@TheoYianniFishing]

why do they not have a million subs?

[@somguy5035]

it won't be long

[@MattyDemello]

Because you haven't shared this channel with a million people yet :) lol

[@SAM-zt2uy]

Will Riley jump off the mast again or isn’t there enough clearance with the cat

[@mansoureh]

They will soon

[@myselfx2441]

Because there isn't a big demographic of people who know this category of vlogging exists. Not many people are aware that "sailing vlogs" exist so we need to help bring awareness :)

[@blazbohinc5735]

I'm currently re-watching your older episodes, I'm on 33 I think.. It's amazing. I've already done like 60 up to now, but I've still more to catching up to do. You're seriously the best. P.S I've only found you like 10 days ago, so you can imagine the unhealthy amount of time I've dedicated to your youtube channel. I regret nothing, it was time well spent.

[@TheZmt325]

Blaž Bohinc i did this like 90 days ago. It is an amazing ride. Enjoy.

[@ola_bandola]

Blaž Bohinc binge watching SLV is not un-common. In fact we’ve all been there at some point mate :)

[@Mikeztarp]

I went through the same thing when I discovered them a few months ago, then I realized I was going to run out soon, so I stopped. Now I watch this when I need a pick-me-up, and it never fails to make me feel better about life. I like to keep a few episodes unwatched in my back pocket, so to speak. ^^

[@mark2073]

I originally found them a few years ago but deliberately stayed away because I knew I'd get hooked but now it happened... no turning back

[@JMac-27]

I started at 1 4 days ago and this is how far I've gotten being absolutely addicted. Nothing outside my door compares to this beauty so here I am living through them, lol

[@dreupen]

It's nice to see the Island Dog Dennis in the episode. I recall sitting on the back of his boat smoking a Cuban and drinking Cuban rum talking about KZbin sailing channels. He made it clear then that Vagabond was his favorite.

[@JMac-27]

Also hats off to Elayna I just remembered being pregnant in the summer in Texas and it was insufferable. She is just a trooper all the time, but I must say nothing would get me off that water either. I can't imagine a better place for a baby just being rocked to sleep by waves, I can't wait to get to the baby vlogs!!!!! 😊

[@joehentalack2443]

I get so happy and exited when you guys catch your own food/fish,especially Mahi,what a treat from the ocean....

[@danielnott8753]

I cannot express adequately how much I love this channel and care for you guys like family. I root for you wherever you go.

[@butlerdawgs78]

Kinda bummed Stefan's gone.... safe travels man!

[@johnair1]

Quick question. Does anybody know why Elayna calls Stefan "Shukran" 01:42 ? did i miss something here?

[@kingbradley8058]

They call him like that in older episodes too, I guess it's a nickname i probably missed the part where they explain why they call him like that or they never did explain it

[@johan8503]

@@johnair1 My guess is that he's half arabic, because Shukran means thank you in arabic.

[@flowerpowermusik]

Another amazing video! Thank you for sharing your life with us and bringing us to those beautiful places! Sending love from Latvia

[@Oheyimchar]

That island looks so beautiful! I had never considered visiting the Dominican Republic, but now I may change my mind :) Thank you guys for the constant inspiration to travel more

[@NetCerpher]

CharlieBRose the DR is one of the best kept secrets. Don’t tell anyone 😜

[@steveambro7848]

Love the additional videos. Would love to see more sailing, technical, mechanical details about what is involved. As a lay person everything about the process is mesmerizing.

[@bweikie]

Stephan = Legend. Great addition to the crew - truly enjoyed him!

[@RecycleBen]

Stefan was awesome on board! Have him back again very soon!!!

[@K2Kevin]

Wow! Great job with this video, editing is getting so good, you both are PRO! I was just in Turks and Caicos the end of May, what a great place. Then we traveled to Nassau Bahamas, unfortunately Nassau has gone down hill a lot. The attitude in the Bahamas has changed in the last 10 years towards tourism. Most of the people on the island are just rude, mean, out to steal from you any way they can. It’s sad.

[@PoppyFieldVet]

Beautiful! We've just bought our yacht, had our first adventure and really respect how much hard work goes into doing this. My partner is a very talented sailor but I've got a lot to learn. You have completely inspired us to go for it! Fair winds! Xx

[@creazionidirealta3300]

When I saw the two out cold I thought you definitely overdone the chilly 😂😂😂 Riley is the man lol ..... and your amazing 😘 bet you'll miss your helper Stephan ? .. is he coming back? Stay safe

[@quentinmoss3491]

Hey guys, I love your videos and am currently watching them back to back to catch up. I dont sail but have travelled to the Caribbean a fair amount and Dominican Republic was the first Island I visited many years ago, you are so right it is a beautiful place and holds a dear spot in my heart to this day.

[@fsoileau]

I'm happy to see you are getting back to your old style of videos. Maybe the new boat is finally feeling like home.

[@valderja]

It's such an adventure just watching you guys while I'm sat on my wobbly arse in the office or on the sofa. It makes me want to do something with my life. X

[@c.e.jarvis1512]

Good Bye Stefan, our German, sailing La Vagabonde crewmate, friend. :) Good travels and fare winds to you sir. Fun video gang. Love just hangin' with La Vaga.

[@stevecrombie5357]

Goodbye Steffan. Be safe and good luck on your next adventure. Sorry you are having bouts of sickness Elayna. It doesn't look like it as effected your ability to carry your share of the load. Loving two videos a week. Thank you.

[@Crystal4RedLips]

Beautiful cpl,, thx for being you,, showing the good, the bad & the ugly, you 2 are beautiful realistic talented,, easy on the eyes cpl. God bless you & the baby to be. 💋💋💋

[@abbiealishadasilva6658]

Bye Stefan! Ah he is so great! Loved this episode xxx

[@KurtzyProduction]

You guys are such an inspiration, Elayna you are so strong and a powerful woman and your vibrancy brings me out of my cloudy days and the love you and Riley have for each other is so beautiful and real, I love your videos. The fact that you guys are so young and have do so much in your lifetime makes me feel like I can do anything I put my mind to in my life. I’ve been watching you all for a while but wanted to comment on how much they mean to me so thank you for being amazing people

[@marywitt4597]

I've been binge watching your videos. What a wonderful feeling I get seeing what it must be like to be on your boat. Even taking the little boat out to get supplies or to check out town, it looks so fun. Yes you have ups and downs, but mostly it looks like such a great life to be living. You inspire me. KEEP LIVING THE DREAM. And thank you for sharing.

[@wornslapout]

Awesome! I really like the DR also. Great hospitality, like everywhere else, you just have to watch where you are and those around you.

[@oceansmissingpiece881]

Your videos have amazed me! Inspired myself. Myself will be doing the atlantic circle from uk. Thank you.

[@captainsteve19]

Stefan so long :) your good peeps. wonderful video R&E's. lil bit of everything wonderful in this video. cheers

[@NapFloridian]

German Peeps always good Peeps... Ja eine bier bitta... ein, swei, suffa

[@nathanturock5862]

I hope you guys know what an amazing life you lead. Thank you for sharing it with us. Cheers and happy sailing! BTW, camera work, editing and music selection is killer. You guys do an amazing job at all.

[@cameronwood8725]

I have a recommendation for your fridge situation...have one be a dedicated fridge and the other be a dedicated freezer....then you would have more room to freeze foods to eat later like soups, fish, bananas and fruit etc.

[@jeffreyspencer7761]

Been with u guys since the second or third episode. Never disappointed. You always leave me with a smile. Love u guys, always be safe and carry on! Counting the months till baby!!

[@TwoWheelsInNYC]

Oh wow guys! Luperon is great! That’s my dads marina where you docked your dingy and rented motorbikes. Great little town.

[@HopeOfJoe]

Of course. another fabulous vlog !!!! The opening music was soooo good and the stereo mix ... fantastic !!

[@felipearaujo7815]

You guys are amazing, Riley you're the luckiest in the world!

[@barbaraannscarlet7885]

I'm going backwards within your vids currently. I want to "see" the Dominican with you , excited ! Its pouring here in Calgary Alberta Canada right now so thanks you two! Soon to be three. Except you already are. Canadian love from Barbara Ann

[@richardscudds4753]

once again you's have excelled yourselves , sad to see Stefan go , but I,m sure he'll be back .stay safe you 2 till the next time

[@Capt182]

I come for the stinky hugs. But I stay, for the sound tracks. Awesome!👍

[@kadearmstrong5190]

These videos are super high quality! Love em

[@islandonlinenews]

Another wonderful production. Thanks.

[@juancarlosconsuegra3762]

Hi Elayna and Riley, please come to Cartagena, Colombia. Im a huge fan and will be very happy to host you and meet you in this beautiful city. Cheers.

[@oiram109]

You guys have to come to Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 you will love it over here! The beaches,the others island that you can visit. The historical places in the big island.

[@meganperkins2524]

Your subscribers number is climbing fast today!! You will be at a million by month end for sure! Fingers crossed!

[@thomaschandler7820]

I also checked in at Luperon in the DR, I believe about 1 week after you had left. We had originally checked in at Punta Cana and left for the sail up the coast to Luperon before crossing into Turks. We had no idea that you can't leave on your boat free will to another DR location. You must get the "Dispatcho" before leaving any port. Well we talked to them after we arrived and explained our issue and why we didn't know and they let us go. Plus you must leave within 1 hour of receiving your dispatcho and since we leave at 2 am, there are no Armada people available to let you leave. So they only time you are able to leave is during the Armada Hours. This is also the place where they charged us double than what was listed and we even had to call the local City representative to come help us out. No Luck as we were told that we must pay entry again even though we had already paid entry in Punta Cana. This country rob's people blind from a Government perspective, but yes the people and the land are awesome.

[@313eARTh313]

This is true. As a native, it's sad to see that our beautiful country is so corrupt.

[@Bucketlistretreats]

Great fun there AND another fun get-away in my mind .... ah, Thx, Kelly

[@friarfox]

Luperon has to be the best area of the Dominican. Less tourists and the locals are friendly. The beaches are less desirable than Puerto Plata though and I would definitely encourage a longer stay in future. Happy trails

[@srqlisa7881]

the D. R. is beautiful I hope you do go back I had no idea. I bet there is some good diving there. Elana you are looking great I hope you are feeling well everyday, good daddy taking care of mommy. love it.. :) peace and happy sailing.

[@joebauer8365]

Enjoy the Caribbean guys! I spent some time in Cuba a few years ago on a military duty and the spearfishing was fantastic. Thanks for providing my weekly vicarious adventure sailing on La Vagabonde! Safe travels

[@lonsoutherland5680]

Cheers Riles and Elay! Just a note to say thanks for ALL your work bringing your experiences to all of us have enjoyed every update since the beginning. By the way, not sure if you have hit the US Virgin Islands yet or if you will be passing back through (I grew up in St. Croix can give you the absolute best places to go and things to do for the British and US Virgin Islands). Also if you are still in the Anguilla area and want to drop an anchor off of Dog Island let me know we are part owners of the island - a nice place to visit with beaches that don't suck :-)

[@ronkanoff]

Thank you

[@realwheelman]

Can’t wait to see Reilly”s dad again! Elaine you will be the best mum ever. You’re child is truly blessed.

[@danielswimm3416]

Amazing video! I love his channel and is most def. a get away for a little. Thank you so much for making videos about your life public. Extremely thankful.

[@joelcasilla9431]

Thanks for be in Luperon and sorry for the time wasted in the immigration Department. Im from there :).

[@carsyeah23]

Auf Wiedersehen Stephan. Another fun Sea-Escape aboard La Vagabonde. I share Riley's frustrations with bureaucracies. Such a challenge and often huge waste of resources and time.

[@pawngrabber226]

Beautiful lives upon the sea,as hard as it might be. I spent much of my youth,living near and upon the sea. I'm retired now,landlocked and loving it in wild, beyond the grid MOntana. As you are surrounded by water im surrounded by trees,in some of the wildest and most remote country in the lower 48.In a nice little house,providing my own power,from solar and wind, in my own private forest. farewell

[@benfranklin2450]

How I envy you gentle people ! I got my sailing certificate only to hurt my back and have to retire . Please , I hope you don't mind if I live my dreams vicariously through your videos . 💝💖💞

[@danielgorz7594]

Man, you guys are so great! This is the 4th time I have binge watched your whole series!

[@hookdontail4623]

Love the videos. Wish I could join you, but will settle with watching your escapades. When is due date.

[@aman2welly]

Love the videos guys, what a wonderful life you have. Keep safe and keep the videos coming

[@JMac-27]

Nice fish, wow. You would never know you guys are not seasoned pros that have been sailing forever. It's so inspiring

[@Tigersmundo]

*The D. R. is my secret spot to relax without the high-end fuss of resort tactics if you know where to go. Stephen really gonna miss your contributions your a beautiful genuine sole! Until we meet again on the La Vagabonde no good-byes.*

[@MichaelLangmayer]

Hey Riley can you do a video purely on spearfishing? What equipment do you have, how to rig a gun, how to load it, tips and tricks while hunting etc.? Going to Croatia in a couple of weeks and could do with some insights as I am a first timer. Would be great single episode for you. Keep the good work coming, been watching you since the beginning.

[@linneaandersson7552]

Absolutely lve your videos 🙌🏻

[@amandajane8203]

Great one guys!

[@natf5869]

Another great video. The time put into them is much appreciated. Adventure on Stefan.

[@juliasheldrick5872]

one of my favourite videos so far, so beautiful and makes me want to go sailing right now!! thank you guys for being so inspiring and amazing

[@donaldvincent]

Another Masterpiece! I've never even been on a sailboat but it certainly looks like a wonderful life.

[@philrazzi7782]

This was a nice snapshot of the few days. Glad you guys got to enjoy the D.R.

[@einarabelc5]

I'm looking for a good episode to send to my brother....I like the description on this one.

[@sailingsvtesla9052]

Woohoo, got my Vaga fix for the week. Now I'm ready for another video. Anxiously awaiting. DR looks a lot better then I have read about in recent posts on various forums. Thanks for sharing you guys. Have fun, be safe and KEEP ON, SAILIN ON. (cheers)

[@IanMossManchester]

Nice one. Always a good way to start my Tuesdays in Berlin :)

[@ronjohnson9690]

Elayna, I can understand your desire to return to the Island some day. It appeared to me as an artists' enclave of a French derivative. A most beautiful spot for sure, Riley; one they guard jealously.

[@MrJerrettj]

The fastest 15 min on the internet. Love your videos!

[@YOFordFalcon]

Again brilliant entertainment guy's Kia Ora for that and it going to be interesting to see how you change with your pregnancy thur out the month's ahead.. Mauri Ora from Aotearoa

[@patrickdumont8670]

Riley is a hell of a good fisherman with many ways to catch marvelous species we would never get to see. 🐟🐋🐠🐟

[@SailBeforeSunset]

Wonderful update! Really looking forward to your next vid!

[@svshootingstar]

Nice to see that at least they now have a foot bridge across the "creek" to get to the office on the hill. You used to have to poll yourself across in a leaking, rickity old wooden skiff.

[@YaknCamp]

What you experienced with DR check in is common for cruisers. Poor country with poor local officials who like their graft. Enter/Exit thru the airport is much better. The resorts keep the bad stuff with officials down to a minimum. Port authorities are an entirely different beast.

[@FreshxRival]

Having a really hard time, after watching this i always have a bit more hope :) tnx

[@soving]

FreshRival find something nice to do for someone in need...you will grow hope and positivity. Best of luck friend, you got this.

[@freeddragon3538]

Awe man! I'm gonna miss "guy on the couch" He was great when he showed up in the episodes.

[@outabeat]

Don't forget about one of the big highlights of Dominican Republic.... Baseball!! That small place produces some of the best baseball talent in the world.

[@andreasweber5638]

Awesome place, wonderful video. Stefan will be deeply missed . I assume he is more than a side kick buddy or convenient crew member to you as some would imagine by the lack of appearances in your videos . Du legst immer einen guten Auftritt hin, so there’s no need to be camera shy. I’d like to see him more often in future. Good guy

[@joefish41]

I honeymooned to the Dominican Republic. Absolutely lovely place.

[@edbenson98]

I love the adventures you have at sea and when you are on dry land. Thanks for sharing! #SLV

[@johns2926]

Careful in the DR as it is one of the most dangerous places to drive. Although according to family, one of the most friendliest and fun places to enjoy yourself!

[@johnd5805]

Stefan so long. You were a great addition to the boat.

[@Christopher-pe6zj]

Home from work to a fresh new video.. woot! Cheers! :)

[@andycockrum1212]

The DR is also home to the Caribbean's lowest point too. It's less than 100 km from the highest point too

[@jimjenkins673]

Welcome to Elana’s boat fellas. Another fantastic share. ,,,,,,,,,,,,/),,,,,,,,,fair winds.

[@ClimbToSummit]

Ar 10:50, I love the WD 40 with the cosmetics. Love your videos !

[@AdamShaiken]

Peace !, Shukran/Steffan...I'm sure that you and your skills will be missed !

[@pablordrigz2874]

Hello, I'm from Luperon, I'm really sorry that they did not treat them well in migration, my mother is the director of tourism here, they remember Jony the owner of putulas restaurant, he died in a traffic accident, I was the one who found it, I was still alive, but I died of a brain injury. I hope to see you soon here, good luck and God bless you.

[@Haloswatking]

Excited to see Papa Whitelum again!!!!

[@donsmith2046]

Love your videos, kinda miss the opening music you all used in the early years

[@VictorBlack69]

great video, love you guys

[@reddsmorris7053]

Elayne your looking more amazing each video

[@carladominguez106]

Hello, my name is Carla, I live in Luperon Dominican Republic, near where you were. I would like to meet you when you return here. hugs and kisses.

[@mattpower8394]

Riley, I finally watched Tusk. One of the weirdest movies I have ever seen!

[@jogb9515]

Great vid, sorry to see Stephen go, hope he comes back soon.

[@funnyFlex]

Steve ist der beste :D schade, dass Du gehen musst, du bist echt richtig symphatisch... Ich hab so gelacht bei 12:53 ...

[@seanmchughnt]

You have to be pretty chuffed mate, being an official moustache category; "A Riley" has been used by Nick from "Sailing Yacht Ruby Rose" to describe his. I am sure there are many others. Well done fella!

[@GrantArdern]

Love it - think I need another boat...

[@johncatlow2238]

Great episode!