Here’s WHAT REALLY HAPPENED in Egypt (never-before-seen footage) Ep 233

[@ryans2829]

My takeaways from this experience is to film interactions with officials, don’t post negatives on social media until you have left the country, and don’t visit Egypt. Sorry to hear that this happened. I hope you all feel better soon.

[@amzraptor]

Its more complicated than this. They find out you never uploaded anything yet and its all sitting in storage you have on you, you might be in real big trouble. There are laws for spreading falsehood about the gov/country designed to make people disappear in the system. What probably saved him is the fact that they could not just make them disappear because someone is going to come look for them.

[@kentwilkens3435]

dont film uniformed there, at all.

[@Tim.Foster123]

In a corrupt country, do NOT film interaction with officials. At least, don't let them see you. All that does is heighten your threat profile. Countries that don't have freedom of movement and don't have a tourism industry do NOT understand the concept of travel for pleasure. Anything that looks out of ordinary, especially if the person is carrying a camera, is asking for trouble. And yes, various agencies do not know what other agencies know. Nor do they know what their jurisdictions are. If the country is dysfunctional enough, officials will invent duties and responsibilities for themselves on the spot. And they're the ones with the guns, so don't underestimate what some official with an ego is capable of doing. (I've been to ~40+ countries in 4 different continents. I've been detained in and grilled for simply carrying a camera around.)

[@PNWwonder]

I knew y’all were holding back what you really experienced until you got to safe waters! It was an experience I would say. Thanks for the honesty and feedback.

[@l.ls.8890]

Get some good weather and sail to Thailand and avoid the Chinese portion of the sea.

[@qpred6234]

Maybe it’s because the United States is having many problems right now we are literally about to go into ww3 you should be expecting the worst

[@yoshy2628]

I'm not a navigator, just a tourist. I have been to Egypt twice as a tourist and it was enough for me. If I have a 2 week holiday I want to relax, not be stressed in a hotel or on the street. People are desperate to make money somehow, but they don't realize that everything they do wrong affects their tourism. If the locals doesn't change their mentality, then in a few years they will see that they have no tourists.

[@bluenose7984]

We had the same experience, a big group of 20 of us went to Sharm El Shiekh, 8 adults and 12 kids! We all went on a trip to the pyramids, the actual workers inside the pyramids were stealing out the kids pockets! Every time we turned around, they had their hands in one of the kids pockets....Never again!

[@okhmgm88]

@@bluenose7984 I am totally with you but these are not workers these are thugs released by the police to steal and end of the day they divide the money with them.

[@meghan3713]

Great. Find somewhere else to go.

[@bluenose7984]

@@meghan3713 We have done, that's the benefit of being a consumer!

[@1corinthians15.1-4kjv]

Yeah, I have heard even worse stories than that. What about being kidnapped as a young woman alone on a beach and about to be taken to the mountains and raped? Only by standing tourists stopped that from happening, and that was a story from a friends trip to Egypt, who met the young lady on the way home.

[@glenntaylor5638]

I travelled to Egypt with a commercial TV film crew; we were basically doing a pro-tourism documentary and had paid for all the required permits. However our guides advised us to hide our camera gear whenever the road police or the 'historic places police' came near because they could impose instant fines and confiscate our equipment, meaning lots of legality and delays in getting it back. The guides said the police and officials are poorly paid so they make up their income by such extortion. In a nutshell, the place was corrupt!

[@kentwilkens3435]

do not film the uniformed, it is a bust, not legal

[@Nizar37814]

It’s a military regime what do you expect 😂😂 don’t go to Egypt

[@Jelli.889]

Your kids are so fortunate to have cool parents. I can’t stop watching. Stay safe!

[@kimtaylor4480]

A popular food vlogger just had a really bad experience in Egypt. He said he won't ever go back and advised others to stay away.

[@Noorrryyy]

Who ?

[@kimtaylor4480]

More Best Ever Food Review is the name of the channel.

[@albertd12331233]

They tried to arrest him and confiscate his cameras for filming someone making bread. It was corrupt police officials. This guy's dealing with corrupt marine officials. And that's the story all the way across the country as far as I can tell. Disjointed corruption at every level. If it's not fraud it's bribery and if it's not either of those it's a power trip. Every travelers video from Egypt is the same. All the recommendations are where not to go and what not to do and what not to bring with you and who not to talk to and what not to say... Gee, Egypt sounds like so much fun.

[@dabda8510]

When I saw Zatara visiting Egypt, I knew what was going to happen because of what the food vlogger uploaded. I was wondering when this video was going to be uploaded. I do feel bad for the people who have to resort to this to make a living but come on…

[@johntaylor4817]

I watched that video as well. Don’t remember his name but he told a damning story about his Egyptian experience.

[@2BOutspoken]

I don't blame you for leaving, that seems like it was extremely stressful. So glad you all made it out safely. I worry about pirates and your safety all the time. Thank you for the update, I've been waiting for it. Stay safe all of you.

[@SuperMarioY]

I thought that Somalia will be by far the most challenging, never in a million years would I think Egypt will be so problematic. Not the place I would want to visit that's for sure.

[@Johnny2Gats]

@@SuperMarioY Egypt is awful to visit in my opinion. More scams than anywhere I’ve ever been, government/police are awful, and the corruption is WILD. Beautiful country with a ton of history, but it’s exhausting. Went to the pyramids, and had at least 20-25 different people try to scam me. Pyramids are free to visit, and I’m glad I researched before I went.

[@robertrichard2322]

God damn camel jockies. Figure your shit out and stop being jack asses, the only reason people visit is the pyramids, the people are garbage

[@ddhsd]

​@@Johnny2Gats I remember my mom's middle east tour Egypt was the one country she hated and it was the scammers and just whole attitude. Egypt would be thrilled if Tourists just paid a flat fee getting off the plane then immediately reboard and leave. Yeah they want the money they don't really want or like the tourists.

[@SuperMarioY]

Somebody I know went to visit, agreed taxi price towards the pyramids, several miles down the road taxi driver changed agreed price so he had the choice of being ripped off or walking on. He chose to walk only to be further harassed by the driver who eventually gave up and stuck with agreed price realising he will otherwise get nothing. I refused to believe it but now I do, absolutely horrible.

[@DerekMurawsky]

I always wanted to visit Egypt, but it's off my list now. Sorry you all went through this and glad you got out safe.

[@Johnhealey-]

You are not missing anything. The pyramids are over rated and full of criminals Avoid Egypt at all cost

[@savagegtalks5912]

did you see that Murican food-tuber that had massive issues with his stay in Egypt?

[@tomb.8485]

Same here. I was surprised as soon as Keith said they where going to Egypt, that they would go there. I have heard many bad things from land tourists also. I will never go there.

[@julianbatcheler9970]

If you want to go and see the pyramids etc it’s worth it and you won’t get issues with authority. Have a watch of Kurt Caz (young travel you tuber from SA) he covers Egypt well.

[@MichaelBuck]

Exactly, I agree 100%. Be WISE and do the proper research and dont put yourself into situations that the rest of the world all KNOW is not a safe place to be. It alwasy amazes me that people go to these places anyway and then you hear of them getting thrown in prison, killed, their stuff confiscated, raped, attacked, jailed, or whatever and then they scream and holler for the USA to come save their butts when they shouldn't have been there in the damn first place. I hope Keith and his family have learned a valuable lesson in all this!

[@anthonymiller8989]

Tony & Susan here, It is all vary familiar to me , I was stationed in Egypt while in the Marine Corps. It was the worst duty station I experienced in my career. Glad you made it out. God Bless.

[@Apocalypse87]

It's great to hear that you visited Saudi Arabia and you're always welcome to come back. Regarding the restrictions on freedom of movement in the Saudi side of the Red Sea, there are a couple of factors to consider. Firstly, the ongoing conflict in Yemen has made travel through the sea more challenging, as I know from my own experience as a frequent hobby fisherman. Secondly, there are several large-scale sea projects in Saudi that have rendered many areas off-limits, even for some government bodies. I would be happy to pass along your feedback to the Ministry of Tourism in Saudi, who have acknowledged bureaucratic challenges between various government sectors when it comes to resolving cruise-related issues. Perhaps there is an opportunity for them to focus more on the yachting industry.

[@michelle14749]

They don't want their corruption to go viral, very happy you filmed them and got out safely.

[@apope2311]

Disfunction more than corruption, there are many good people, many uneducated, too many who haven’t been outside their little bubble... can’t imagine two months of this.

[@Dr_Anonymous0]

Like the USA there’s a lot of corruption in the government 😊

[@DerekMurawsky]

Definitely. And now you have to see your very clear of that area for the rest of your journeys. They tend not to forget.

[@arottie4097]

Are you referring Egypt's or the united stated government? ;)

[@PreacherwithoutaPulpit]

@@arottie4097 All governments...

[@RUTHSOFFGRID]

EGYPT was the hardest country I've traveled for those exact reasons, except I rode the Sinai twice by bus. Even though you think the footage of the boat/men might of stirred up the authorities, perhaps it also saved your bacon. With your high profile location and subscribers, if something were to happen to you guys, Egyptian heads would roll! No pun intended!!!

[@highlightedcomment]

Let's ask PRINCESS DIANA...

[@rumblechick73]

@@highlightedcomment Planning a seance are you?

[@1corinthians15.1-4kjv]

@@highlightedcomment What a dumb comment: About the only one ever calling for an investigation still today is the father to her boyfriend, that also were killed along with her, so that is really a case against the Royal House, MI6 and the whole establishment in UK, if I ever saw one!

[@ABH2]

Yes, it is a shithole country !! Egyptians are so backwards and could never build an economy !! they are used to the free rides in their history being enslaved by different powers like Greek, Arabs, Romans , Turks etc , they never ruled themselves before 1953 ! so we all can see the results

[@andersj21]

Thank you for letting us know about the places to avoid or difficulties that you come across on your travels. I'm actually really interested in that. Learn more from struggles than smooth sailing. I want to take my family sailing someday!

[@rennerpedroza2353]

These comments are very important to other cruisers. Thanks for sharing!

[@e.daniels5971]

To anyone who has travelled, it's clear - understandably - that you really soft-pedaled the actual reality in this video. This is a very gentle VERSION of that very, very dangerous world.

[@reforma720]

Rene, your videos keep getting better and better, a true artist you are, from the angles of your shots, the lighting and the story telling truly amazing! Much better than a lot of professionals who's work make onto the big screen. I enjoy your videos so much that I don't want them to end! I see a career for you doing this down the road.

[@SailingZatara]

Thank you! ~Renee💕

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

I agree, it’s just crazy how good she is !!! Keith and Renee are both really smart !!!!

[@JheregJAB]

One anecdote - I had a friend visit Egypt (by land). Her experience was that it was a cool place to be with a very different culture and experience from the US. She also said that she was constantly harassed, and rarely felt safe. Scammers were constant, and the "authorities" did not care. She was lucky to meet some nice people who helped her to navigate all of this, so its not like everyone there was bad, but it was certainly not an inviting place. Others have said that this experience is par for the course there. For now, at least, my feeling is just that it is not good to be a tourist in Egypt.

[@MichaelBuck]

Exactly, I agree 100%. Be WISE and do the proper research and dont put yourself into situations that the rest of the world all KNOW is not a safe place to be. It alwasy amazes me that people go to these places anyway and then you hear of them getting thrown in prison, killed, their stuff confiscated, raped, attacked, jailed, or whatever and then they scream and holler for the USA to come save their butts when they shouldn't have been there in the damn first place. I hope Keith and his family have learned a valuable lesson in all this!

[@pgithens1]

Sounds like the "authorities" were as much the scammers as anyone else.

[@edjarrett3164]

I agree with your assessment. As a pilot flying into Egypt it was a major pain. They expected landing fees in cash at an Egyptian air base. They were belligerent and unfriendly. It was one of the only times we carried cash on board. We dropped off our passengers, paid their fees and left as soon as we could. Not a friendly country.

[@secretsquirrel6308]

The west coast of Africa used to be like that. Maybe still is but to a lesser degree. Woe to you if you landed in one country so the next country would forbid your arrival or even deny you services while overflying. Upon landing, have cash, cigarettes, booze at the ready. Often theeatened with arrest while being detained. And that's even before you keft the hanger. Mexico was that way and now is seeing a resurgence of those ways.

[@MichaelBuck]

Exactly, I agree 100%. Be WISE and do the proper research and dont put yourself into situations that the rest of the world all KNOW is not a safe place to be. It alwasy amazes me that people go to these places anyway and then you hear of them getting thrown in prison, killed, their stuff confiscated, raped, attacked, jailed, or whatever and then they scream and holler for the USA to come save their butts when they shouldn't have been there in the damn first place. I hope Keith and his family have learned a valuable lesson in all this!

[@jaygirlization]

@@MichaelBuck Yes I agree with you. Currently there is a dangerous situation growing in the ME. The pressure keg is about to burst. The boat is located right in the middle of it.

[@edjarrett3164]

@@MichaelBuck thankfully they are in the Med. Egypt was my least favorite landing spot. I landed in Cairo from the East coast and stayed secluded in a U.S. hotel with service along with my crew. We stayed there until our party was ready to depart, they were there for Ararat’s funeral. There was nothing friendly or welcoming in that country. This country is a place you don’t want to stay.

[@ziadmoghazy6689]

@@MichaelBuck well at least we don't have 168 weekly mass shootings in this "unsafe" part of the world

[@dianegriffith3006]

Wow-what a way to learn about another country and barriers you came across. So grateful you’re in better sailing waters and sure pray for you all that any anxieties are surely diminished. Take care. 🙏🙏.

[@laurenweisler3575]

Good for you all for speaking out! Thank you for sharing this.

[@SVFresh2Salty]

Egypt hasn’t changed in 40 years. Lived in Cyprus as a teen and my dad would go to Egypt it was always an issue. Lots of corruption , I want to cruise the med but I’d have to rethink visiting Egypt.

[@allenschmitz9644]

Pirates are real 2023!🤨

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

I wouldn’t even have to “re” think, it would be a big fat no for me ! Although it would be a dream to visit, I just wouldn’t take the risk !! Be safe and God Bless !

[@mikemendes7598]

40 years?! Try 4000! Americans don't really understand that the rest of the world has ancient history going back millenia. I love Keith's optimimism, but reality is that change will come VERY slowly in Egypt. I bet a lot of those guys were not navy, coast guard OR police. Just a bunch of dudes with guns and a boat. Also why one authority didn't know what any of the others were doing. I lived in Tripoli, Libya as a kid, and the resentment for Americans in many of those countries runs deep.

[@EndoftheBlock7224]

@@mikemendes7598 Makes sense when you see how a progressive value system can hurt as much as it makes things better with a perfect example being the marxist manifestations in the US right now. What makes the world of human beings so interesting is their variability.

[@anneofgreengables1619]

I think if you do a group land tour it's ok but I wouldn't go alone.

[@nutsandbolts432]

Certainly is easier when you understand someone’s motive. Sounds like “Egypt” achieved their goal, which was make you leave. Yachties are the embodiment of freedom, and that doesn’t jive well in countries that limit freedom of their citizens. It would be fantastic if the world was open to all travelers. As an American, I get that most Americans have no concept of limitation. I thank you for being brave enough to go and share this experience and hopefully things will open up to us all because of the effort y’all have put into this. Stay safe.

[@nutsandbolts432]

@@happydogg312 that doesn’t explain what they are reading.

[@MosheAbudraham]

Saudia Arabia that is a real structured society tribes that is hierarchy is older with the law of the desert KZbin, they’re not Arabs they speak Arabic and the Muslim but definitely did not Arabs. They have a system crooked, corrupted, and human life worth nothing from every three people that you meet Two of them on the payroll of the government as a snitch agent or any form of security. You don’t know how lucky you are to come out with your own underwear still attached to your body. Egypt is not the place for West culture people Watch your steps in turkey too Infrastructure and the culture for tourist in Mori bandit Egypt but still you are in the Muslim country. There is million little things that you’re not aware even an ice like the way that you look make your face go to Greece Greece definitely more westernize ever again, but at least equal to you.

[@RebelRobin501]

@@happydogg312 they expect people to be able to read the Koran. At the time of Jesus the literacy rate for even poor Jews was high - so they could read Scripture.

[@w8stral]

That and abject Bribery is how how much of the world operates. Harassment in much of the world happens due to insufficient bribes.

[@nutsandbolts432]

@@w8stral are you suggesting that had they had bribed the right people in Egypt that their stay would have been more enjoyable?

[@lookingforbluewater6162]

Oh wow! That had to be a scary feeling. So glad you guys are safe and out of there!!❤

[@ABH2]

Egypt is a shithole country !! Egyptians are so backwards and could never build an economy !! they are used to the free rides in their history being enslaved by different powers like Greek, Arabs, Romans , Turks etc , they never ruled themselves before 1953 ! so we all can see the results and how they beg everyone because it is the culture for them

[@allanfifield8256]

Thanks!

[@esterbal6234]

I love that your titles and your video's are not clickbait!! keep up the good work!! thank you for the explanation!

[@CPB111]

Wow. Glad you posted about your experience. Everyone should be aware if they're in the region. I hope the people in those places see and listen and make some changes. Its such a beautiful region with an incredible history to share and be proud of.

[@seanstout7904]

Glad you are all at a new and hopefully more welcoming place. Your adventures and journey enlighten so many people to new and beautiful destinations, unfortunately you have to bear any weight and negativity first. I pray that your travels are less worrisome from here out 😊

[@whitwat]

I'm so sorry for what you guys went through with Egypt. I'm glad you left, wishing you the best and safe travels. Thank you for the video, you all are an absolute inspiration.

[@cristyspriegel1259]

Your family is so fun to watch. I just retired so I go to you guys for more relaxation. Keith you are super handyman.

[@theriddlerUSA]

I'm so greatful y'all are safe. God bless and safe travels.

[@mongosaqqara]

I feel that way in Mexico now...we used to love vacationing there...but its just not worth the stress and danger anymore.

[@bradstone3160]

I seriously dislike driving in Mexico, especially border towns because of harassment. Outside of the car it is great.

[@Libertyforamerica]

Wow Keith your agent definitely helped it sounds but likely your courage and patience probably was the biggest key to get out of that unscaved. The frontline battle was you in person and any wrong word, tone or body language could've set them off wrong way. Sounds like you kept your cool and your body language mainly kept them at bay because you were not panicking. That took great courage. Your fam is blessed to have you as their captain and leader. Inspiring brother.

[@josephditroia4946]

That's Egypt man. Many travel vloggers have had similar experiences with Visa, customs, etc.

[@mohammadannady106]

As an Egyptian, I’m sorry for your experience. Most of authority assets are paranoid and low educated, They might thought you’re spying or a terrorist 😅, Although this is not an excuse for harassment or financial corruption or any bad behavior. Your voice is being heard, thanks for your polite and patient feedback. And by the way I can’t feel safe as a native tourist too and the government always blames the 2011 revolution for this situation.

[@karengallegos750]

Thank you for sharing 🙏 I know that feeling of when people only experience the bad apples and I’m confident that Egyptian people are beautiful ✌️🤓

[@Youtube_Stole_My_Handle_Too]

You are full of nonsense. It's all about money. Egypt is full of poor trashy people. It will only get worse when Sudan increases their use of the Nile.

[@cristyspriegel1259]

Ty for the reply

[@michaeljustiniano2958]

So I found your channel several months ago and have binge watched all your videos! It was fun watching your children grow. And watch how you have put out amazing videos and grown as a videographer. The only unfortunate thing for me is now I have to wait weekly to watch the videos now.

[@igua100]

I’ve been a sailor on a Containership before,and what I’ve experienced for 7 years of passing the Suez Canal,everytime the Pilot comes onboard you have to give a bottle of whisky and a box of Marlboro(that’s why every sailor call this a Marlboro Country-Egypt)

[@secretsquirrel6308]

I have heard from several ABs that a pilot will bring his family aboard to sell their wares at bribery prices.

[@TheAdventureLocker]

Hey Team, another great episode. We've spent a bit of time in Egypt and completely understand where you are coming from. Years ago, I was there during the initial Arab spring and then more recently, we were actually married in Sharm El Sheikh... (for no reason other than it's beautiful and was a central location for our global friend and family to meet.) Over our time, we've absolutely loved the people, but the government has definitely made it difficult for everyone. It's extremely sad. Anyways, we are currently prepping the boat for an Atlantic crossing and hope to be in that part of the world soon. We look forward to seeing you guys somewhere soon!

[@1corinthians15.1-4kjv]

Arab Spring is a misnomer: The color revolution, as in all nations, where those happened, literally were western sponsored coupe de etats. Read about that in Global Research, I recommend.

[@michaeldejong7566]

Thank you for your insights Keith. Nice to know it all turned out well. Wishing you every success. Press on.

[@davidnichols147]

Truly an eye opener, so thankful your voyage was so exciting. Can't wait for the next episode, thanks so much for sharing.

[@conniecasillas8300]

We went to Egypt on vacation 10 years a go and it was scary. Right after we left there was an uprising

[@DANIELJRAINEY]

We travel a lot. We have no desire to go to Egypt because of all their issues. Thanks for the honest update

[@86rshingles]

Videos are never long enough. I could watch for hours. Time to wait till next week. Great job you guys keep em coming! Hopefully the search for the new crew members this summer went well.

[@jadejohns3107]

Love your family. Keith always strikes a balance of truth telling, social and political awareness and straight from the heart authenticity. It’s a complicated world out there and I’ve appreciated your take on ‘generosity and helping’ in Southern Africa for example. Anyway happy you moved onto new shores where you breath and move easier.

[@carmendavid9046]

Today I discovered your channel because I love the sea and sailboats..so Google led me to this channel..I'm happy to discover it..I love the stories you tell and above all I've learned a lesson..today I I realized that you together are a great example of courage and ability to deal with uncertainty... something that complicates me... and scares me... so just seeing them in the middle of the sea already makes me feel stronger... thanks for the great example they set ✨💪🙏🙏🙏

[@lilhook5534]

Thank you for sharing your life and journey…each time I watch a video I get inspired to go out and be the best version of myself. I’ve learned by watching yall that it’s not about wanting to do what the next person is doing but to be yourself and go after the things in life that make you happy no matter what it is….

[@whitneylake2107]

I am glad I went to Egypt way back in 1989. Not one hassle. I would not go back under present circumstances. I am glad you guys are on your way - safely ! Thanks for the perspective.

[@MichaelBuck]

Exactly, I agree 100%. Be WISE and do the proper research and dont put yourself into situations that the rest of the world all KNOW is not a safe place to be. It alwasy amazes me that people go to these places anyway and then you hear of them getting thrown in prison, killed, their stuff confiscated, raped, attacked, jailed, or whatever and then they scream and holler for the USA to come save their butts when they shouldn't have been there in the damn first place. I hope Keith and his family have learned a valuable lesson in all this!

[@bnato8209]

Zero chance I will be anchoring in Egypt. Thanks for sharing the video.

[@simongranger8131]

Totally agree, used to transit the Suez Canal and it was always awful. Different officials no idea what the other are doing and all not leaving until they got the box of cigarettes. A great country but it’s sad to see it really is still not geared up for tourism. It is a place I vowed never to go back to!

[@BrittneyJon]

So glad you got out safely and hoping with you that Egypt gets better in regards to it's tourism soon. Turkey is beautiful and such a lovely place to visit ❤

[@SailingAquarius]

I do understand you and could not agree more regarding Egypt… We could not wait to get OUT OF THERE as well… I hope something changes…

[@wiscogirl9510]

Turkey is by far one of my top favorite countries. Have friends in Istanbul and traveled quite a bit throughout the center and western half of the country as well. Can't wait to go back!

[@texasPD1911]

Turkey was much better in the early 90s I spent a year there from Lake Van to the southern Tigress river to The capital, it was great but country has to a more restrictions 🌙

[@userwhr]

So happy you are in the Med. you left Israel and surrounding area at a convenient time. I’m reminded by Keith that following your inspired gut instincts is divine!

[@almVancouver]

The good news on your end with creating this channel is there's a lot of us here that follow and care about your journey. Gosh forbid If you run afoul of some government/agency etc, but we'll have your back and all that entails!

[@gamerhutnet]

Always wanted to visit Egypt, hard NOPE now. Thank you for your honesty and transparency!

[@amybeard2054]

So glad you are all ok and got out safely. I kept thinking how glad I was you have such a high profile page and film because I felt like that may be one thing to keep you safe. It looks like a very beautiful place and so glad I got to see it through your experience’s because it’s not a place I would ever feel safe visiting.

[@Jack-ij9lw]

Really interesting video, would not have expected that from egypt. With all the land tourism they get you would think that they would be a little more experienced. Just wondering, what ever happened to that other boat that you were cruising with around Somalia? I know you usually go around with sister boats while on passage but what happens once you’re done with the passage?

[@SailingZatara]

They booked it on through the Suez Canal months before we did. They were eager to get to the Med before the Christmas holidays. They’re fine; still in Greece I think. We will likely hook back up with them in a few weeks.

[@Bward216]

Their land tourism is essentially the same thing if you talk to anyone that's gone

[@allanmoore7790]

SV Aquarius is the sailboat that was buddy boat through Red Sea

[@razisn]

SV Aquarius have their own channel in KZbin. They are currently (or at least until very recently) in Crete.

[@serenoa100]

Glad you guy's were able to leave safely. Frightening experience when you have your family with you. Congratulations on circumnavigating the world!!

[@arnoldlueders7500]

It is amazing that you are this calm and respectful about all of it. How many times did you have to re-shoot? LOLOL Question: why stay there so long if you felt so unsafe?

[@lutomson3496]

He has never been calm and respectful and I have lived and worked on every continent except for Antarctica

[@bruceskousen5451]

@@lutomson3496I don’t know what you’re talking about. He was very respectful. I would have said far more negative things about the government. He said nothing but kind things about the people.

[@blossom_n_gin]

@@lutomson3496 we see you Egyptian government👀 - That's a lot of legitimate revenue you're losing by not hosting or attracting Yachties.

[@rafaelmartinmeuldijk6030]

That,s what i was thinking !......Go away as soon if possible, why stay if you got the whole world ! let it go man.

[@daviddetenahurtado5895]

I visited a lot of countries around the world. Never had the bad experience I had in Egypt with the people. A no-go country.

[@stevemacdaddy9909]

Eureka Montana weather 4/10/23 spring has sprung. High of 54 with fast melting snow. A little home report. Love the adventure that you continually keep us on.

[@cwneal100]

You guys are awesome! I’m surprised you lasted as long as you did. I would have left after the first day!

[@myshellee]

I don't know if you have cameras on the outside of your boat if not maybe it's something you should consider as then they would be continually rolling and can capture everything without having to put an actual camera in their face... I'm sure you do have some sort of set-up but if not just a suggestion 😊

[@franciscodorey6026]

Fascinating info. Anyone who wants to sail around the world has to follow Zatara. And btw, Turkey - what a beautiful place! You’re from Texas and have been there twice, I’m from around the corner in Portugal and never been. Shameful! Thanks Z-Crew

[@paulkersey2179]

Interesting, that explains why I was following you on predict winds and all of a sudden you were halfway to Turkey. Looks like you handled very it well.

[@brandonboand]

Thank you for sharing your truly inspirational story and adventures ❤ absolutely Brilliant ❤

[@barbraallbritton4222]

Such beautiful footage from the beginning to the end! So happy that you all made it safely out of Egypt as that sounded like a lot to take. Really appreciate all that you share as it will definitely help others...the views from atop that ruin are spectacular. ❤ Blessings and much Aloha 🛥🙏💜🌎☮️🌎💜🙏🛥

[@Koala63211]

Very well stated Keith. Diplomatic and honest. My wife and I visited Egypt several years ago and we loved it and the people there. Hopefully the Egyptian authorities will take a positive look at your comments and work together to make future yachting expeditions as enjoyable as it should be in such a beautiful and historic Country.

[@bethb6568]

So Rene. Are you registered w the US State dept website when you are visiting different countries? It can be invaluable. I registered when I did mission trips in Haiti, India and Mexico. I wanted my country to know where I was. Just a thought. So glad you’re out of there safely now. As a long time viewer I saw the breach in coverage and wondered quietly what was happening.

[@anneofgreengables1619]

Embassies don't do jack shit when you need help..

[@bethb6568]

@@anneofgreengables1619 they helped me immensely when I was living in India and my boyfriend died suddenly. They helped w expediting his remains out of the country & assisted me as well. That was in 2003. Granted its a Different administration & political atmosphere.

[@anneofgreengables1619]

@@bethb6568 You were fortunate then.

[@chickenoo8]

Bless you guys, and thanks for beeing so transparent. I too felt you were holding back what you really experienced until you got to safe waters. Probably wise.

[@svevergreen3370]

This is great so few youtube sailors go through the Suez canal that is great to hear this account !

[@crankinozzer]

Why did you even stay that long? Wow sorry to hear that you guys went through all this!

[@yvonnekneeshaw2784]

A high risk area for sure….Heard too many stories of innocent’s imprisoned, etc. loved the cave exploring & castle. Thank u for letting us go with u ❤️🇨🇦

[@brendabrock7560]

That scenery during Keith's talk was absolutely amazing! Beautiful!! Serene!! After the first challenges from the government agencies I would have cleared out. Not worth the risks.

[@manyalevine1017]

We enjoyed having u in Israel! Come back soon. Check out the merinas on the side of the Mediterranean. Thanks for all your hard work in making us great content. Enjoy the continuation of your journeys💕⛵

[@nevermind2394]

Spectacular and informative .. what a GREAT episode - just love you guys. Thank You for your honesty and your respectfulness. Not easy to find these days. Keep it up - LOVE your content - so well done! 🙌

[@ali_g79]

After watching this channel for all these years, given the state of the world, I’m so thankful you guys got out! I don’t think any of us could handle watching you guys take a loss.

[@mahonrimoriancumer9932]

Tons of respect for your courage and bravery. I've traveled the world and visited many third world countries. I've never visited the Middle East but have learned something from your visit and videos Thank you. I'm surprised at how long you stayed there with what you experienced. Love your family and videos. I LOVE your theme song and intro. It brightens my day every time I hear it. You're living the dream of being out on the water, with your family surrounded by the blue. Keep at it and stay close to all of us. FYI, I love the movie Count of Monte Cristo. I'm working to create some brands around the name Spada. Do you recognize this name? Anyone?

[@lunah5668]

Glad you all made out there ok. I would stay way from the Sewage Canal.

[@ysf6309]

Extremely well put together video with very insightful information. Thank you

[@iamfredibles]

funny ya'll went into a cave on March 19 which is my birthday and caves are my absolute favorite ... i love this channel im super jealous but watching brings me happiness :)

[@doejeleuk1]

You explained it perfectly. I can imagine that it gets annoying after 2 months there. I hope they wil change something in the future.

[@angelstevens2782]

In simple terms and in hindsight, not worth the hassle. They are the ones missing out into the great opportunity to fraternize with the rest of the World and the crew of Zatara specially. Zatara moved on into a new destination already. Done and dealt with it. Cheers!

[@almVancouver]

By the way, very impressed how papa bear dealt with the guys in the boat. Can't imagine what could possibly happen with someone more easily intimidated. Good life lesson!

[@papabearfor3]

First - Renee - Dang, the artistry of your videography has really advanced to the next level - absolutely beautiful work - thank you. Keith - as a dad, I can only imagine the gut check you were experiencing during these days in Egypt - Life could be so much better without all of the horse-hockey. Y'all be blessed and safe - Jack in Houston.

[@SailingZatara]

Thanks Jack!!

[@miikeklume4869]

Egypt is now off my bucket list.

[@mustafasadunbaran5175]

Welcome to Türkiye . You will find very warm-blooded people here, friendly people who understand your situation.. other cities are a complete holiday paradise... A garden from a complete paradise with its culture, social life, unique taste in culinary culture, where you will find the traces of the ancient Lycian civilization.. I also live in Fethiye... I have been watching and following you for a long time with admiration... I believe that many Turkish friends like me follow you with interest... There are many places to visit in Turkey... Welcome to Turkey again and again....

[@SadBoy-fi2zv]

Do not get too excited because the Turkish people are among the most racist people and they hate everyone. I speak from experience.

[@MOGMAN]

Suprised you didn't get harassed being a youtuber. Egypt is VERY known for that.

[@MOGMAN]

Plain closed officers will fallow u 24/7. Watching you. Not for protection but to confiscate your vlog equipment

[@MB7908.]

You're right! Best ever food review show had a horrible time over there!

[@MOGMAN]

@@MB7908. yeah I have had a few friends get messed with there. It's why I wouldn't vlog or admit to being a youtuber there

[@williamd1891]

@@MB7908. I saw that episode, treating a food channel like he was committing espionage.

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

@@MB7908.oh no, I didn’t hear or see about that. Hopefully they made it out ok !

[@arottie4097]

This whole situation sounds like a nightmare! My one & only burning question is, why on earth would you want to stay in a country that obviously does NOT want you to be there!? Especially for two & a half months? It doesn't make sense to me.

[@Spicyshrek526]

Probably bc there’s lots of cool things to do and see in Egypt but unfortunately sounds like the government hassled them ://

[@arottie4097]

@@Spicyshrek526 irregardless, there is probably lots of cool things to do and see in china! However, I wouldn't sail there & stay for 2.5 month's! Ha!

[@anacleta424]

They probably paid a lot of money to be there on vacation and paper work and agents. Don’t forget going around the world takes a lot of planning to be at certain places at a certain time and money. But you can count me out.

[@darren376]

Keith, why sometimes do you have what looks like kites hanging from the boat ,they appear to be sitting just touching the water ?? I saw two blue ones from back..

[@imansharif5363]

Thank you for your positivity your video will certainly drive change concerning the authorities they pl stop leaving in fear and giving hard times to the others thank you for spreading this culture of yatching in the region best of luck & stay safe wherever you sail xxx

[@sturek]

people on the ground usually just want to live their lives as best as they can....it's the governments that are usually the ones that make life difficult...it's unfortunate you had to experience those tribulations but I think you're probably right and it will just take some time and more folks cruising the region for things to smooth out. Turkiye looks amazing...I know you're not around there anymore but any chance on you or Finn doing a quick reel on how old that castle is and if there is any interesting historical notes about it?

[@briank.6482]

I've been to egypt a few times and I don;t think I have come across a more corrupt and discussing country in all my years of travel. I tell everyone I know to avoid it.

[@MichaelBuck]

Exactly, I agree 100%. Be WISE and do the proper research and dont put yourself into situations that the rest of the world all KNOW is not a safe place to be. It alwasy amazes me that people go to these places anyway and then you hear of them getting thrown in prison, killed, their stuff confiscated, raped, attacked, jailed, or whatever and then they scream and holler for the USA to come save their butts when they shouldn't have been there in the damn first place. I hope Keith and his family have learned a valuable lesson in all this!

[@1corinthians15.1-4kjv]

Unfortunately, I have heard much the same. Now you are at it, if you are a white man, and I assume that you are by your name, avoid Sri Lanka too. It used to be good, but has been ruined by a former president and government, which literally promoted and propagandized for racism against and hustling of white men in media and entertainment, and I know for sure: My ex-wife were a Sinhala speaking Catholic lady from Sri Lanka and I therefore do understand some of their racist vocabulary against especially white men.

[@3JS2001]

I am Egyptian that was born in Egypt and I myself don’t even like to go back because of this kind of filth

[@عاتكة-ح7ق]

@@1corinthians15.1-4kjv It is not true, I am a Saudi woman who was subjected to several harassments at the airport, and they imprisoned me for hours at the airport only for my refusal to pay additional money to them , It is about corruption ..

[@jonkzak]

Keith, You did better than I. Thank you so much for sharing. Be safe and keep your great attitude!

[@andrewmathewson441]

There seems to be a vulnerability to sailing that I never experienced when I was a kid growing up as an expat. I'm projecting a bit here but I'd always feel nervous about the dingy potentially getting stolen or damaged deliberately. I remain in awe of your family and the great gift of meeting the world head on for your children. Blessings to you all and safe travels.

[@thomascallaghan5988]

Great video and I’ll cross Egypt off my holiday destination I’ve heard this story to many times now

[@travelsketch]

Great video, really appreciate your insights and glad you got out safely. You sharing your honest experiences only benefits the rest of us, especially given your reputation for saying things how they are.

[@tlevans62]

I lived in the Gulf for nearly ten years and Egypt has the distinction of being the most corrupt place to deal with. Egyptians are known to be extremely slippery, and most Gulf Arabs will tell you not to trust them and avoid any business dealings with them. They'll also advise you to avoid Cairo, and go to Luxor for tourism, and stay with an organized tour to protect yourself from all the scam artists. We met a lot of nice Egyptians over the years, but we've also heard horror stories from lots of people who've fallen victim to their scams. When Arabs tell you to not trust them, that's got to start alarm bells ringing. You're lucky this whole thing didn't go South and you got out of their with all your stuff.

[@bighero6547]

The Egyptian people are among the best and kindest people on earth..These Gulf Arabs feel inferiority and inferiority complexes towards the Egyptians..The Gulf states were not built by anyone but the Egyptians..They were shepherds before oil. Egypt was sending them teachers to teach them for free. Doctors treat them for free. And she used to send them foodstuffs.. in the Syrian, Iraqi and Yemeni wars. No Gulf country has hosted its doors for the people of those Arab countries.. Only Egypt has opened its doors and treated them as brothers and not as refugees.. I advise you not to listen before you try and see with your own eyes

[@PRINCESSDREAMYLYN]

@@bighero6547 sounds like they recruited more slaves to control. I've met Egyptian men online in chats and they have nasty minds they are not nice people they are demanding and think they can order others around and we must obey them. they are arrogant and rude. I'd never go there and as an American woman I'm good at telling them were to go and how far to shove it when they cross the line. Treating people the way you want to be treated is how everyone on earth should be treated and respected. Egyptians if they want respect and kindness returned then they should respect others and show kindness. this costing them billions for being scum of the earth.

[@PRINCESSDREAMYLYN]

@@bighero6547 who's rear end you been kissing? go wash you mouth out it stinks. if they want respect and tourist money they shouldn't mistreat people and harass them. I've met men online in chats they treat and say nasty things to women and demand and are extremely rude. i don't and wont trust an Egyptian man, I've not met an Egyptian lady yet but the men were enough to make me feel sorry for the women. if they will abuse women online it says alot about how they treat their own.

[@tlevans62]

@@bighero6547 that was all in the past, now, Egypt is riddled with corruption and filled with thieves and dishonest officials all asking for illegal "fees". Open your eyes and see how terrible the nation has become. Your average citizen is fine, but Cairo is filled with pick pockets, and Gov't officials are corrupt beyond measure.

[@shaeheart]

Yep. 30 years ago a friend of mine went on an organised tour of a pyramid. The tour guide separated him and his wife from the other tourists deep in some Egyptian tomb and made it clear he wasn’t leaving until they had all his cash

[@BlessedGTG]

There's something off about those Egyptian officials and how they profile tourists. Another youtuber Sonny from Best Ever Food Review Show had the same bad experience. They confiscated his filming equipment and kept following him around. Creepy.

[@egkingjr]

You were very gracious in your positive comments, even in the midst of all the literal danger in Egypt.

[@sandraburke1258]

Absolutely the BEST EDUCATION ever for Youth & Adults, kids you have great Parents.