We Crossed the Atlantic Ocean! 🌊 (Ep 271)

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On and On by Lars Eriksson
Dear Lily by Houses on the Hill
The Island Girl by One Drop Culture
Dreams Escape by Colton Walls
00:00 Swimming in the ocean!
04:09 Low on fuel
13:20 We made it! Fuel up: St Vincent & Grenadines
16:06 Martinique
21:24 Deleted scenes, outtakes
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[@thomasallen6980]

Some of those "kids" are hitting 30. Might be time to set them loose. This sailing thing is more about the parents than the poor "kids" that have to donate their lives to their parents "vanity vacation". It was ALL about vanity, now it is about viewers clicking the "like" button to impress advertisers. They have been at this for ten years. Time to change the ages on the intro. Renee is NOT 48 years old, maybe ten years ago when this all started. They changed everything about the introduction but were too vain to change the ages of the adults. The hair dye demarcation lines are looking absolutely ridiculous. creepy huh? It is not all creepy, the production value is very high. How many videos can you make with six people sitting on a platform in the middle of the ocean. Not many. They are rather boring.

[@SailingZatara]

I think you must be confused. All our ages are accurately reflected in each intro. No one is 30, although I definitely feel 30! We’ve been doing this for 8 years, not ten. And if you hate us all so much why do you watch?? Regardless, thanks for the comment to push the algorithm in our favor 🫶🏼 ~Renee (age 50 and proud)

[@user-hy7kq8gw2g]

Weirdo’s , what channel they talkin bout?

[@arthurverheijen6682]

My goodness.....how is this reaction of Thomas possible?? Please please team Zatara, don't listen to such a rubbish!!! What you do and what you, and the kids, show us all is more than perfect and every time a great joy to watch.....so go on please!!!!! We love you all

[@caravan1984]

Renee. I love that you pinned this crazy comment. 🤣💪🏼

[@nhelbanayad]

hahahaha you must be one of those trolls. sorry none of those "kids" are even close to being 30! They are living a life only you and I dream of and learning about cultures around the world first hand.

[@MylesHamlyn]

Finn + Van life = Fann Life. 😁😁

[@kathykoeven]

LoL 😂 I loved Kate’s response about if she’s afraid of sharks: “my timbers are being shivered”

[@l.ls.8890]

One thing about kate is she will always be capable to care for herself as an adult in future.

[@jessikadewitt4077]

I always say that😭

[@prospect8696]

I saw Zatara docked in Miami today. Pretty cool to see that boat has travelled around the world. I didn’t want to over step my boundaries and come up and say hello. Hope you all have fun in Miami and Welcome Home.

[@johnjg57]

I've said this before Renee, your videos in 4K are remarkable! The editing and fluidity of content just go so easily. The Boys could learn a thing or two from your videos!😊👍

[@damiancrabtree8638]

Glad you made the crossing safely.

[@dansbrown1313]

Hello Keith and Renee, I would like to thank you both for showing the sailing world, in well made and edited videos, that a normal family can transition from a land lifestyle to a sailboat lifestyle with young children and survive for 8 years. Sailing the world's Oceans and still ending up happily Married with such beautiful well rounded and respectful children! I'd guess it's skill and daring! I'd also guess Mr. Allen is just jealous of your success or perhaps, he's just a goofy person. I hope you carry on to Alaska and beyond. Cheers from Canada.

[@WeggieQueen2005]

I would like to think that if I had had my own family it would resemble yours. Your kiddos are so well rounded, confident and intelligent.

[@swanman1984.]

Finn's got a great voice to the right song's, his voice was sweet in that one. Sounds like he'll be venturing down the highway soon!

[@user-pv2bh5zy6m]

I knew right from the start that this channel can resist even the strongest tidal wave cause here we are in 2024 and beyond...and kate has really bloomed into a beautiful sailor...

[@tcraigy]

What a great addition Luke has made to the crew. Thanks for sharing your journey.

[@jennifer6833]

Kieth swimming in the waterfall doing his little happy dance was the highlight. Big smile on his face!

[@marisolalmenara7658]

Congratulations to Zatara crew for making it across the Atlantic safely!!! I wish I was in Miami to visit you guys there.

[@dcsc1]

Can't help but get the feeling you guys are winding up this 8yr adventure, and that makes me sad. Of course I know it is not over yet but I do know the full family adventures may be finishing up soon. I'm so glad the kids are continuing on with their own adventures in the future and bringing us along. I'm looking forward to seeing where Keith, Renee and Kate will be in the near future, I hope we still have a bit of boat life left but I'm stoked to see what happens next, land or sea. Over the years I, and I'm sure many others, have become so invested in your channel, your family, your growth and I'm going to miss the old times...but look forward to the new. Thank you for the countless years of entertainment and laughs out there on the water, Whitaker family. I know this isn't the end but I can't shake the feeling this way will be soon 😌 Love ya guys! 💙 Ps, would LOVE to see more pf Kate's art!

[@ScottBaxterRealtor]

For Finn: VW’s are now collectors. For what you’d be paying it would benefit you to get an AWD sprinter type van and deck it out. Plus it would be WAY more reliable. So you can concentrate on your exploring and not fixing your vehicle all the time.

[@sharimahigab1292]

Agree!!

[@tom_n_i]

A vw would be a good teacher in mechanics. With the ability to work on it yourself a diesel vw becomes one of the most reliable vehicles possible. Parts are still made. A lot of cash and education for it to potentially get rear ended and totaled... out there on the tar. I'd get something more disposable. Especially as a starter van. A sprinter leased would be the millinenial thing to do. Diesel is the way to go if you can afford it. Takes more knowledge to work on em, but ultimately more reliable. Now vanlife.... vanlife and the choices on setup are a whole different story. Ppl do it in ambulances with 0$ into it, and others are cruising 100k sprinter conversions. Mine is an airport shuttle bus with more in batteries than the cost of the vehicle itself.

[@ScottBaxterRealtor]

Or the cheap way if you can't find a decent priced 4x4 van- If your Dad still has the white Excursion: Borrow it for a few years and put a roof top tent on it ;) Plenty of those running around decked out Overland style with people living in them. Those are some serious bulletproof machines. I'm on my 3rd one.

[@ChrisHarding-lk3jj]

A really good cheap option is a Chevy Express van and the state of California has been selling off old California lottery vans that have Quigley 4x4 conversions, they were used to deliver lottery tickets to retailers. You can't beat the reliability of a LS engine and a 4L80e transmission. Parts are literally available everywhere and they are inexpensive and they are easy to work on.

[@AverageJoeShmo]

Agree 100% ! Prices on VW vans going through roof but they always been a drive to breaks and fix again till breaks and so on. A sprinter with a smaller diesel engine will handle everything for Fin.

[@nichill7474]

After all these recent videos, if i didn’t know any better, i would assume Luke is the third brother. He’s such a great fit in the energy of your family.

[@artistzmagazine885]

Renée is a super Mum as always and a special thanks to Finn for his talent singing some America's song!! More I watch it more I like your channel and your Family! 💛🧡❤💚💙

[@marvmoder8628]

You guys do such a great job with editing and music! I love being part of your adventure, so much, beauty! What are we gonna do when you guys stop sailing!

[@aproudamerican2692]

It kind of sucks when our children get old enough to go off on their own to live their owns lives and adventures. But that's the ultimate goal for us parents. It doesn't make it any easier watching them go but we definitely feel pride knowing that we got them safely to this point in their lives. Fortunately, parents today have hundreds maybe thousands of hours of video to look back on. We're looking forward to watching or hearing about everyones next great adventure. *Smooth sailing if you're still on the boat and safe travels Y'all*

[@calvinhenshaw2147]

so true 🙂

[@YesterdayTodayForever]

Thanks for the Kiss Kate... It healed and cured all my depressions. Dad is looking older and Mom is getting younger. What in the world is going on... 😂

[@robertbenjamin7728]

As a former Coast Guard Person, We alway ket a shark watch (M-16) when we had folks in the water.

[@arthurverheijen6682]

Excellent! Congrats!!

[@rew3103]

Thursday... My weekly Z moment (Zen) 😀👍!

[@tamaratanner4248]

So glad you all arrived safely on land...

[@rickandanna]

Nice video, liked the swimming in the Atlantic bit the most ☺️ We have been following your journey since a few months now and finally bought a boat to sail the Caribbean! Thanks for being great inspo, you appear on our first sailing video ❤

[@cherylsibson2529]

Your journey continues on, Bravo!

[@spinner1769]

Thanks for the update Renee!

[@bobbates7343]

Congratulations on your crossing. Glad you had only tiny problems on the way over.

[@iamwesterncanadian570]

I hope you guys know that you are an extremely blessed family. It looks like you're in complete control without stress. I also know that your little ones are going to flee one day, and I will be watching your adjustments on that. Looking forward to more great moments on your adventures. I've been wondering how you feel about the electric cats now coming out, is that next?? Have fun..

[@ScottBryant-wi7gb]

Thanks for sharing another fine video.

[@renatofigueiredo603]

Congratulations family. You got it. Nice crossing!

[@donaldthompson3219]

Great job and Navigation guys. Glad you made it safe..enjoy Miami..

[@kathymalloy6246]

I’m so happy your here! What a relief! Love watching you all. 😊😊

[@Chris-wg2gd]

I wonder what's next for Zatara crew after finishing circumventing the world? Can't wait to see you at sea again after 6 months of resting in land and be with your families and relatives. Hope to see Anna join the crew again. Hehe. Love your journey guys! Been watching you all since day 1 of your journey at sea. :)

[@walkandcamera]

CONGRATS

[@greathornedowl3644]

Glad you made it back, safe and sound.

[@cherylmcgrath9081]

"Congratulations" for having a SAFE trip....LOVE from Chicago

[@DuitserSwart]

I never had any interest in watching sailing shows, but I really love watching you guys. Your children are such good kids, never hear them complain lol. The boat looks great inside after the upgrades. All the way from gauteng south africa, safe sailing.

[@henrybaron8517]

I've binge watched you guys for months. I enjoy the show, you guys have a great sense of humor and good taste in music. You guys have a beautiful family and I'm glad Keith figured out that he needed to stop chasing money while he was still young enough to make a change and go out and enjoy life with his family. Renee, your support of your husband and your care for your family is great to watch, made possible by all your great video and editing skills. I will never forget when you got in "character" for the great dinghy race, or when you dressed up like Keith for halloween...so Hilarious lol😅 Keith my man, you've got some mad repair skills, it's more than just "common sense." You can take a pat on the back for that one. Love you guys, God Bless 🙏

[@SailingZatara]

Thank you! 🙏🏼

[@robertguth5459]

Glad you all made it safely across the Atlantic. I'm a huge fan Thank you all so much for great videos of your journey. Pennsylvania fan!

[@davidnichols147]

Wow, can't wait for February 11th, thanks for the tips! Awesome.

[@StavrosTheCurious]

Your videos are my stress relief pass time❤❤

[@michaelgoettsch9788]

Yes indeed... You did it!! Congrats Zatara. Loved the footage at the waterfall.

[@lookingforbluewater6162]

Great video as always!! So glad you crossed safely 🥰. Enjoy the Caribbean!!❤️

[@vikimoody8783]

Loving this channel! Been watch for years and it’s fresh content. So fun to watch!

[@MadgazelleFilms]

Congratulations, guys - what an accomplishment! ♥️

[@MikeB-in1nd]

We love follow your adventures

[@karenmcabee7035]

I loved your explanation/information on swimming in the middle of the ocean. That water is so crystal clear and beautiful!!!! I'd love to see more of it. I loved seeing Jack rescue Finn as he was sinking down. He was quite far down and it was sooo clear!!! It would be so fun to swim! Thank You!

[@caitlynatkins6082]

Got so excited when opening up KZbin to see y’all posted 🎉

[@ruthvanseeters6824]

Excellent as always!

[@kevintikivik]

Congratulations 🎉

[@Stephen-du3cr]

Great video. I look forward to your videos every Thursday. I live in the Bahamas and have experienced many boat trips around our islands. Anchoring out, especially in the Exumas, is an experience to be treasured. Keep on living your dream. What great memories you are creating. All of you.

[@josephkurdell2265]

So glad all of you arrived safe and sound. Being handicapped I can’t make it, even if I could. I’ve followed just about all of your adventures…God Bless and keep all of you Safe..

[@Benito-fn4ip]

How fun...Great adventure! Thank you.....

[@soggybottom3463]

Just fab Mama Renee, God bless and well done all xx🤗🤗

[@krystopherfischer2919]

Renée, your a fantastic videographer, Love how you and Keith were able to get away on your own so to speak. Love Keiths little dance by the falls. I just don't want any of this to end. your whole family that does videos and tells us about the life behind the camera and in front of it is like watching a movie. its so good i want to keep watching and watching. Such good video from all of you. With that I thank you. Just amazing.

[@dmorgan28]

So glad you guys had a good trip across the Atlantic. Cool video ❤️👍

[@RUTHSOFFGRID]

Good job, ya'll!!

[@donaldlegate6377]

I so love your program..

[@Tjsundstrom]

I got my ticket already see y'all soon

[@karenprice5439]

So happy u made it across the Atlantic....

[@boganbob2708]

Congrats to the z crew. Thanks for another great episode, Love your work.

[@patrickfahrenkrug4074]

Hey all! I really enjoy watching! I'm not a boat person or traveler at all. So it's been great to see the adventures. My question is....what's next? What a great adventure your family has been on. I'm sure it's much appreciated now, but will most likely become more appreciative years from now when looking back. What a fantastic learning experience for all! Including myself.

[@terencelarkin5959]

He’s getting very good on the guitar

[@debbiecollins1154]

Welcome home you guy’s! Loved the video just not long enough but I understand it takes so long of editing. Renee you have just gotten so good at it. ❤❤❤

[@GaryMCurran]

Okay, you put a smile on my very tired face. At the end of your Blue Water Crusing Plan advert, the little 'jiggle' and specific sound you used. I haven't heard that sound in a very long time. I have to wonder how many people do NOT know what that sound is.

[@spyluvsu]

Beautiful photography! Good job! Love sailing with you guys! 😊⛵️

[@T.T.T.H]

This is just brilliant! Thanks for sharing such an amazing family trip. I'm subscribed to quite a few channels and I just discovered you all! Amazing and definitely top 10 .Looking forward to your next adventure. God bless you all.

[@DannyKoKo]

Great knowing you made the voyage ❤

[@johnnylightning1491]

You made it. Like any journey there were some adventures but isn't that why you do this. Keep the good stuff coming guys.

[@shadowgaming2215]

I’ve been waiting for years for you to visit my country SVG🇻🇨. I’m glad you passed through and hope you’ll be back again.

[@benwilliams174]

Congratulations 😊😊😊😊😊

[@MerwynEllis]

Love you all. Keep it up.

[@lotusdolphin]

Renee, your videography is spectacular! Tell Jack that they have discovered that they think megalodon still exist, and did not go extinct. You’ll be happy campers when you get food. Finn Sounds so good!!! Kate, you looked so adorable when you kissed the camera underwater And I think Finn grew 3 inches going across the pond what a beautiful island!!!!! Fabulous! Thank you. Sending love from California and LIZ.🤟🏻💕⛵️😎🇺🇸

[@chlos1]

Wow Kate is so tall and beautiful!

[@billtrevino2539]

Ventura Highway! Nice job, young singer!!! 👏👏🎶🎹🎵

[@stephentimpe]

Wow, Finn. That was lovely.

[@jamescoyle5913]

Congratulations on your crossing the Atlantic

[@u2cancatchme]

My favourite group america, perfect songs for the trip. Love your adventures ❤

[@SandyRief2023]

Your family’s sense of humour is so entertaining. “My timbers be shivering “😂

[@80884bpresley]

Awesome video guys!!! See y'all next time

[@DOORHANGING]

Congratulations

[@robertpongallo4079]

Congratulations and looking forward to what's next

[@michele0317]

I love your vids. It’s so relaxing to watch and learn about life at sea. Fascinating! I snorkeled at turtle island from a catamaran once in St Thomas…my only experience swimming in deep ocean. Be blessed and thanks for taking us along on your adventure.

[@user-fx5xi1hc7r]

What a great family voage glad y'all are safe

[@stevenr8606]

👍🏼 😎👏Renee, your choice of 🎶 🎵 was very fitting of the life style ❤

[@AzBob01]

Welcome back to our side of the world! Thanks for taking us along for the ride. Love following you all around the globe. Makes me wish I had done something like this when I was young. I still regret not taking the foreign exchange student offer to go to Germany when I was in high school. Now Germany is just another place on my bucket list I have yet to make it to. Don't want to waste those 4 years of German class. Guten Tag euch allen.

[@D_Wolfe]

Omggg! Coming to Miami? So excited

[@thinkforyourselfjohn3167]

Love that song Finn you do sing it beyond well. Thank you for the upload 💕

[@garybondurant8097]

Welcome back!⛵

[@docpms123]

We were there with you all last night, and had a wonderful time. All of you are so genuine and fun! ❤

[@EncountersWithTheDivine]

I love your videos!! Congrats on the crossing!!❤🎉

[@xbioman7882]

Congrats Z Team on your crossing. Once more around?

[@pharoah786]

Glad to see you are back - safe and sound in the good ole US of A!

[@TheoutbackAus]

Love the Bloopers at the end, Just makes your show so much more real

[@pamelaruben4644]

I do enjoy your site. You have a beautiful boat that has prioritised your family and you are living the life.

[@KenG557]

What an amazing family! What an amazing life!

[@yayac6503]

Renee take advantage when kids are busy & just you and Keith at that beautiful waterfall . I wish Fin the best of luck with van life you all as a wonderful family who have taught your children many more things in fife then most Kids , young adults will ever learn including myself . Keep doing what you all choose . No regrets ❤️🙏🏻 & no mater what you all do together or apart I hope we can continue to be a part Thank you .

[@calvinhenshaw2147]

awesome another crossing..... 🙂

[@rusty4827]

I learnt to play guitar 45 years ago using the America complete music book - Great to see Finn playing Ventura Highway in 2024. Nice for you to all be on home soil again for a while.