This is tough. (Goodbye Jack & Kate) Ep 287

[@jackwhitakerr]

Man... I'm really gonna miss seeing Jack and Kate on Zatara! I think they brought a good personality to the channel... ;)

[@yp7440]

They were the best 🥹😁

[@joshmaitie5954]

Lmao that's funny.. all the best man 💯👊🏽

[@dorianforster6758]

They were alright I guess

[@ForkInTheRoad33]

Good thing Jack is going to keep us updated with his videos 😉

[@saiwaad]

This made me laugh, I was in tears. All the best

[@BrookeAmezcua]

Amazing family life ...This old world would be much better off if we all were raised like these kids...

[@mrr8682]

you can only protect your kids so much...... they'll soon see how screwed up the world and the USA is for themselves...... things have changed for the worst, this isn't 1975 anymore...

[@ironhorse3497]

@@mrr8682 Still gotta try though. Surely not the time for giving up.

[@WeiFinder]

​@@mrr8682they'll probably be back on the water someday

[@KAWeems]

You have raised a tightly bonded family. Great job mom and dad! So blessed you are!

[@ariag.8745]

Honestly, how sweet was it when Jack and Finn were holding each other crying and at the same time they both have their vlogging cameras pointed at themselves? I found a little bit of humor in that. But very sweet to see two brothers ( and the whole family) so tightly bonded.

[@bradoncampbell2626]

OMG! The flashbacks! You start to forget how long you have followed this little ragtag group. Then you see those little rugrats 5-6 years ago and remember all those times! Grown man here and I cannot figure out where all these ninjas are that started chopping onions in my living room!!

[@SOfilmable]

hahaha was wondering the same.

[@Pre_K]

This wholesome family's growth and kindness are great to see.

[@michaelgoettsch9788]

One of the things I so admire about ALL OF YOU is you are NOT afraid to show affection and how how you love and care about each other. 😊

[@michele0317]

Im crying because I know how genuinely close ya’ll are. You have raised beautiful, highly intelligent children whom are very prepared for Tonga. Time passes quickly and Thanksgiving will be here before you know it. Ya’ll are so blessed and I look forward to your adventure updates. ✌️

[@melissamiller8327]

Well said!! 👏🏼👏🏼🥰🥹

[@65MK]

Wow! This video made me realize just how long I've been watching your channel. Congrats to the Graduate!

[@CaptainPeterRMiller]

One don't realise how much time one has invested in Zatara, until someone leaves. Renée, what a lovely farewell video that was. Boxes of tissues later, farewell Jack and Kate. I look forward to catching up with your adventures in mid-Pacific.

[@donnab9015]

Renee rocks!!!!🎉

[@georgebalsa9853]

You raised them very well. Don’t worry they’ll be ok. Regards from Miami Beach

[@user-qm2ww2cj1j]

Now THAT was a bit of a heart squeeze. Glad to see the “kids” growing up and moving on in their lives. You did a FANTASTIC job Keith and Renee!

[@pauld7089]

Thank you all for sharing your love...awesome xx

[@geoffthefarmer]

Wow, I can't believe how fast they have grown up. I remember Kate falling out of the tree and Jack being a young boy.

[@srice6231]

I tried not to cry...but I couldn't help it! You sure have raised great kids!

[@louisjelley5107]

Aww man! As if seeing Jack and Kate leave wasn't bad enough we had to relive Anna leaving 😢. Good luck to all of you on your adventures.

[@jenniferbyrd1970]

Gonna miss seeing the kids. You have to be proud of the young humans you have raised. Seem wonderfully grounded people. Love the channel.

[@carringtonherrington4025]

As a momma, i cried watching this video… good luck jack and Kate.. keep us posted

[@jeffreyhunter4991]

I have been enjoying your episodes all these years. I will still be watching.

[@mvanvliet4953]

I left on many adventures in my life. So exciting yet. ... I broke down into tears. Watching all 4 kiddos from the beginning of Zatara. Life is about growth and change. Keith and Renee, you have done a fantastic job with your family and the experiences you have provided. Thank you for allowing me to tag along on your journey. Hugs to all!

[@yvonneculley5626]

Finn is a real softy… that was very emotional, Finn s so talented with music… I don’t think he realises how good he is… I couldn’t believe. Have followed you for this long

[@jjansen987]

How can you not love this channel!Welcome back Luke.

[@hendrik5557]

Having followed you for years from Germany, don’t you sometimes look back and miss those years with the kids on board when they were still young. Al least you have all those videos of them that are worth a fortune for their kids and the generations there after. Thank you for having us (all your viewers) be part of your lives all those years.

[@markwilliamson2795]

Amazing family life ...This old world would be much better off if we all were raised like these kids...

[@captainsteve19]

Rene Beautiful edit with all the flashbacks. Jack and Kate, Kick some azz down there! teared up like everyone here. Family is Everything

[@jesslyns5951]

I’m not crying, you’re crying! Excited for y’all.

[@mkmccoy6929]

I've been watching since you first got the mono haul ... Crazy how fast times flys by !!! Safe travels to everyone !!

[@reforma720]

Geez Rene, way to go playing with my emotions in this episode. I can't believe I'm admitting this, but this episode made me cry! You are the master story teller and your camera work just keeps getting better and better! I'm looking forward to the new chapters of sailing Zatara! I'm sure most of us will follow Jack and Kate on his channel.

[@t.j.sortino7844]

Ok, y'all had my crying! Your family is such a positive example to all those subscribers getting ready to start one of their own. Especially all the young men. Strong fathers who lead their family and strong mothers that are equal yet opposite leaders of the family are sadly becoming more and more rare. Your children have turned out to be the best kind of people out there.

[@LTDunltd]

Sad to see Jack and Kate leave. Looking forward to seeing their adventures on Jack's channel.

[@SL-bo7ui]

Where are they going?

[@xionerebus]

Don't be sad Keith and Renee. Be so very proud of the fabulous family you have both raised .🥲👋❤

[@dragnfli520]

Love your family bunches! Congrats to Anna! Wow a 4.0? A smart cookie! And Jack & Kate, have a grand time! It will fly by... The Zatara adventures have made the world a smaller place & more amazing place for me... And seeing your family bonds that span the globe is so heartwarming! Blessings to all the Z crew, wherever you roam! ❤️💙

[@beartiger1553]

She done a degree in psychology

[@americanjojo8871]

Omg. Watching and crying along with you all…. Job well done mom & dad!

[@EgbertWilliams]

Geez, I realize how long I've been following you guys. Way before Anna left for school. Damn. And those are some nice kids; I'd miss them too.

[@maryf2964]

I'm crying. Oh geez. Blessings on Jack & Kate, and soon for Fin. Safe travels!

[@sandyc6569]

I went thru empty nest syndrome when my last kid left home! I cried for 3 mth but i was a single parent all i had was my dog Roxie! I am gonna miss seeing the kids on the boat but excited for them to start their own lives for sure!! I wish all of them the very best in life! They are some good kids! You have done very well on raising them! Thank you for sharing yur beautiful family with us! Ok now i am crying! 😭😭😭

[@gymstastories]

Keith crying broke me! Love this family!

[@scottreiburnNYC]

I knew I was going to lose it on this one. You’ve all taken such good care of each other, I know Jack and Kate are well prepared for their own adventures now. It’s been a privilege, and so much fun getting to spend time with you all. God speed! And much love from Brooklyn, New York.

[@sheRoyals]

I am bawling!!!!! Been watching since before Anna left and can’t believe all your babies are grown! Bless your babies and parent hearts!

[@lookingforbluewater6162]

😭😭😭 yes I am crying too, but I am so excited for all the new adventures for them. Finn’s turn will be next. Hope everyone has safe travels ❤️🙏🏻

[@LTDunltd]

I think we all have a bit of dust in our eyes.🥲

[@yvonneschaefer8431]

I've watched you guys from the beginning! I actually got tears, watching you all have tears, seeing them off at the airport. What an amazing adventure Jack and Kate will have!

[@awildandcrazyguy1]

Loved seeing the old shots of the kids..... So special!!

[@ahkiv6127]

Renee, the kids were so cute when they were younger! You are all such a loving family! Thanks for another, tearful, but fun adventure!

[@lesanelms7939]

This one was tough. It's difficult to say goodbye to our babies! Finn broke me when he hugged Kate. It's all so sad that they grow up and fly away and so wonderful to watch them spread their wings and become successful adults. You have a wonderful bond, something you don't see in all families. New exciting experiences to bring wonder and amazement, and a new life to mold to your liking. What more could you want in life? Safe travels Zatara crew. Still following - absolutely.

[@MicroRC87]

You guys did so well. You've inspired so many parents to do better. Thanks for showing us your world.

[@douglasworkman2788]

Never met you guys , but I've watched you for years, this video made our family cry, good luck everyone

[@Jester0317]

The flashbacks really put it in perspective how long your family has been sailing....and how long I have been living vicariously through you guys. Your videos have inspired my wife and I to make the plans to live the life we want in our own terms the way your family has. I look forward to the next chapter of Zatata as well as keeping up with Jack and Finns channels.

[@rinathakrige8793]

Oh no, oh no..... I have been crying this whole episode!! Have been following this channel for many years and feel part of this amazing Family !!! And so the years pass and our children fly the coup... I feel your heart Keith and Rene 💞

[@DonaldChapman]

The old footage really made me think of how long I have been watching them grow up! Good luck y'all. I'll be waiting to hear those stories around Christmas! God Bless!

[@LaDeee57]

*tears* Seeing your kids from years ago makes me want to rewind so I think I might just do that. Episode 1 here I come! Many thanks Whitaker Family - you are loved!

[@WyckoffMode]

Renee, I have seen every single episode of Sailing Zatara. I must say, you knocked it out of the park with this video. THANK YOU so much for investing your valuable time to share your family life with all of us! Your editing is impeccable! Stay Awesome!

[@joyceedwards6112]

So glad they chose to go together. You had a lot of fans crying in this video. Think of all the new adventures. 💖🌴🙏

[@mikebaker1535]

So many feels in this video. Love it all. Best wishes in Tonga to Jack and Kate!!

[@realphahtx]

Congrats on having such awesome kids guys. You should be super proud.

[@leastcoast5606]

Wonderful to see how much your family loves each other. Good luck Jack and Kate. Hope you have a great time in Tonga, be safe.

[@romnyrferrandos]

I cried with Keith the family like I was part of it. Never thought that I'd be so emotionally attached to people that I have never met. You guys are like distant family and I'm so proud to be in the Zatara family. Renee and Keith, you guys are so loving and caring. You should be proud of being such good parents and being an example and a light into the vast darkness we are surrounded every day. Thank You!

[@jtmet5]

I cried too. Literally. As empty nesters we felt the joy or our kids growing up and moving on along with heartbreak of that very same thing.

[@jameswiggins9813]

I have never posted before but have watched every episode since you began your new life. I am really going to miss your young ones. It has been a pleasure watching them grow up into fine young adults. Tell all you children good luck in there Journey. Will miss seeing them every episode, but will still be watching every episode. This one made me cry. Look forward to the parent's new journey, thanks for all the pleasure over the years.

[@6726Justin]

Me bawling my eyes out too, 😢, wrapped for them but that was hard to watch 🙏❤️

[@Auberg1]

Hats off to Keith and Renee for raising such great kids! That bond with the kids is AMAZING! You have a great family!

[@davesexton3927]

I remember your first boat & the kids looked so young. Congratulations, I hope you guys have many years of fun adventures.

[@m.e.r.y.l.m]

Wow, what a tearjerker episode!! That was a tough goodbye for you all... BUT excited for everyone's future!! Thank you Sailing Zatara... awesome video as always!

[@jjl499]

Wow seeing the old videos made me cry realizing it’s so amazing you guys get to do what you want and not be slaves to a job to survive

[@mullencat2]

And the Emmy Award for best editing on a KZbin series goes to Renee. Sad to see Jack and Kate to move on with their live. But i think the best of this channel is still to come!

[@mrr8682]

Renee is an awesome movie maker.... IF Hallmark was still Hallmark she would be a great asset to their family movies but they went in the wrong direction so screw them!!

[@mullencat2]

@mrr8682 I often say her storytelling is better than many in Hollyweird and her eye for the just right transition is so powerful.

[@jimjefftube]

Congratulations Anna and the Zatara Family! Always enjoy your channel. 😊

[@myinfinitestate1586]

I reckon we're all gonna miss Kate & Jack soo bloody much! This episode was absolutely difficult ~ watching the Zatara Family go their separate ways! The Whitakers have become KZbin's "Sailing Family!" Many of your subscribers and friends, have truly taken to you all. I'm 26-years old and me girlfriend is 24-years, and we both just leaked tears for several minutes, watching you all say "Goodbye" at the airport. Bloody hell... that was difficult to watch mate! Then when you started flashing pictures of the kids as lil' tots, growing up on Zatara....That's when the flood gates opened! My goodness, has time flown by! We pray for a safe flight and journey to Kate & Jack, as they travel to Tonga. Enjoy Tonga, more importantly, ENJOY LIFE! To the rest of Zatara, safe passage on your cruise down South! Cheers from Margaret River, Western Australia 🇦🇺.

[@jonathanbrooks917]

What a GREAT going away video!!! They’re going to be missed!

[@PiusEros]

BEST DECISION ! YOU MADE WAS 4 YOUR KIDS GROWING UP ON ZATARA , THEY ARE MUCH BETTER KNOWLEDGE BASE LIKE OTHER SAME AGE KIDS ! KNOWING : RESPECT & TRUST A MUST ! CONGRATULATIONS

[@markwhetton262]

Just 4 years ago, how much younger everyone looked. You managed to reduce me to tears watching you all saying goodbye at the airport. The time they're away will fly by and you'll see them again very soon. Until then we will miss their presence in all your videos, you're a fantastically close family and a joy to watch and to be a part of your you tube family.

[@rhondapowell4139]

I just got home from a Bahama cruise. I started crying just reading the title. I cried thru the whole video. I remember when my daughter left for college, during covid. I thought I was gonna die. I'm crying for y'all. I'm gonna miss them so much. I know not more than you, but in a kind of weird way, y'all are my extended family. I am thankful Jack has a channel and will see Kate too and follow their adventures. It's gonna be the same for Finn. Again, my heart hurts for you all. If this reads weird, I'm sorry I'm trying to type through tears. ❤ much love.

[@shawncosmos5431]

Best wishes and safe travels to all the Whitaker’s!!!!

[@BobMuk08]

It's good that jack is not afraid/ashamed to cry...That healthy, even if hard.

[@johnpinto2872]

That one was a tear jerker! Jake, Kate you will be missed on the boat but can't wait to see your new adventures!

[@lucilamadden5235]

You have a wonderful family and raised your children right. Thanks for taking us along and will always watch your show!!!

[@thinkforyourselfjohn3167]

That compilation at the end of the video with so many memories was beautiful. I love how much you love and care for one another ❤❤

[@anotherone5177]

Love you Jack and Kate, hope will see you again on Zatara asap, great mom and great dad. Welcome back Luke and Emily.

[@mrr8682]

lukes moved in, now we'll find out he smokes pot, is lazy and does nothing all day until "2025 The DISAPPEARANCE".... what happened to Luke while Zatara was on a 30 day crossing.

[@emanuel0417]

The love you show for all your family means if at times you are apart, you are never apart. Thanks so much for letting us share your love and adventures.⛵

[@betraktare1]

Dammit Renée...I cried like a baby (50 year old male in Europe) at the farewell at the airport. Your family is so lovely and you have brought us all in to share your life with you so this got really emotional.

[@chrisfisherman3880]

Again, time goes go by so fast. All of the kids have grown up so fast these past 4 years. And the power couple of parents they've got!

[@svthorasailing4868]

Omg I’m crying too,I’ve watched for so long it’s like my kids leaving,been a pleasure watching you guys sailing and growing up together as a family.

[@michellemaybroda9832]

I sobbed during this. I have watched them all grow up on this channel. I am going to miss seeing them. Keeping you all in prayer for safe travels and adventures.

[@mikesamson8888]

I'm 70 yrs old male you guys made me cry big time, great family

[@mrr8682]

they even made my lazy, emotionless wife cry....

[@entershikari1971]

I wouldn’t tune out because the kids leave my fav episodes are watching you work on the boat and see how much knowledge you have is crazy !

[@KAWeems]

Young love is so beautiful. ❤️

[@jasongrinnell1986]

Yall are such a beautiful family. That goodbye made me cry.

[@JD-dg8lu]

i love how close your family is! it's the way it should be. what a blessing

[@TerriDeMasi]

You weren't kidding about needing tissues. I so admire your family love, best of luck to Jack and Kate!

[@juliazentner681]

I don't cry at the movies, or Kleenex commercials, or any of the other cliches.. I cried when Fin lost it! I admire how much he feels life, loves his family.. I admire you for raising great human beings! I'm blessed to have 3 daughters that love each other and their parents! WOW what a beautiful family.. just WOW! I can't wait to see what you and Keith get up to. I want Fin to stay with y'all! I'm not ready for another good bye on Zatara!

[@jordanevans7544]

Man I have a 6 and 4 year old and I hope I instill enough love and confidence in them that they’re wanting to take these kinds of adventures on their own when they get older. Great job parents. You’ve raised strong, kind and compassionate humans that make this world a better place.

[@Pixie-ix1so]

Aaah...even I'm crying. 😊😊

[@rbnhood39]

So very proud of Anna for her achievement. It’s crazy that I have been following you guys since the very beginning. You two have raised some amazing kids.

[@sachamo100]

Anna, you rock! Congratulations!

[@lucindapacker6510]

I started crying with the flashback to 2020, couldn’t stop until the end. ❤

[@brendataylor8388]

It’s going to weird without Jack and Kate! It’s ok to talk to us when you’re sad Renee! We will be missing them too😉

[@jordanielridgway-bent]

Why am I welling up with tears? Such a close family bond which we have all experienced through your channel, Renee, it ‘s lovely to share in all the milestones. Thank you for allowing us all to see your adventures and the wonderful times you all have had together. I will surely miss Jack & Kate (and Finn when it becomes his turn to fly) but I really do look forward to watching the ongoing adventures of Sailing Zatara. And how yourself and Keith get on in Caribbean. Good luck and enjoy Jack & Kate, I wish you well for your adventure.

[@Jack-ij9lw]

Prepping series would definitely be interesting to watch! Sad to see Jack and Kate leave, but looking forward to the next adventure for all of you!

[@Dude-qs3pe]

I am a life long surfer and raced Hobie Cats in the ocean. I came across your site a couple of months ago and have followed you guys religiously. I lived a poor man’s life of travel and adventure but ultimately fell into societal norms. I now live vicariously through your wonderful lifestyle. We have very similar few point and I have endless respect for your children on board and how they Cary themselves. Great job parenting!! I wish the kids great success venturing out,but so far as having as great a first mate as humanly possible,Jack with be sorely missed. He is as sharp and self reliant as his Dad. All the best to all going forward

[@jacobolsen6193]

Can’t wait for the next chapter of naked and afraid!! 😱

[@donnab9015]

I'm not afraid 😂

[@mrr8682]

NASTY!!!! You wanna see Keiths chunky hairy ass on top of poor skin n bones Renee...... Talk about GROSS!!!!

[@jayn9639]

What beautiful memories collage you put together, Renee . I've been following you since day one. It made me cry to see you saying your goodbyes.

[@ray6659]

Having a '79 FJ40, I guarantee you paid a very pretty penny for your '78. Nice choice.

[@rickhofbauer3661]

Best Parents ever, great job on everything you've given them to start there own adventures.