We’re sort of in a bad place right now. (Ep 191)

[@Hudsoncal5]

I’ve been home sick binge watching for the last week, I found you guys thanks to Finn’s channel. Talk about the ultimate retirement with family, you guys are amazing!

[@donaldwatson554]

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I love having my morning coffee and watching sailing Zatara episodes every Thursday morning. Keep up the great work Renee.

[@jaylam]

Same! It’s like a Thursday ritual

[@dokerbohm9209]

me too best coffee of the week

[@steelejenb9234]

I won't complain about gas prices anymore lol. I still want my own catamaran & am looking for a local sailing school...

[@steelejenb9234]

And I'd be screaming "slow the EFF down people are swimming there" Diving flags....just wow; funny how half the world away some things are the same...RUDE.

[@wtt8914]

The brief jamming session by Father & son on the beach sounded amazing. More of that will be awesome!

[@WildBill1120]

Yes!

[@gavinhumphrey5195]

Yes please, the music was amazing

[@Tempo0o]

You guys are happy and it shows, you’re really setting the standard on How to raise kids in an happy good Family with Good values, really impressed 🙌 / With love from Sweden

[@williamporter2867]

The mother is a brilliant video maker that makes this channel a must watch since finding it.

[@mountainman4987]

I'm just sitting in my car before work in the rain with a big smile on my face watching your wonderful video. 😊 Thanks 🤙

[@krisb-travel]

We’re all living our lives watching in on this amazing life they’re living. Hope one day can do this too

[@1st_riddick78]

Won’t be long before the family makes there own intro song together. I’d love to see that, brother you have a beautiful family. Congratulations, on being the best husband, father, captain, and secretly all of our role model. Love you brother God bless, and be safe out there.

[@MWCarlsson]

Such a great idea! Or at the very least their own rendition of the current intro song "...Float Away..." (unsure of the correct song title)!

[@samstainer2288]

You guys make such good quality videos I love the intro so professional. I watch a lot of KZbin channels and this is one of my top channels good connect and good quality filming and editing.

[@dermos9928]

Content and production is insane with some of these KZbinrs.

[@donaldwatson554]

If you like sailing Zatara check out “ Gone With the Wynns” excellent story telling & editing like Renee.

[@EgbertWilliams]

I remember when Finn first started noodling on the guitar and now it seems like he has a real fluid facility with it. Fair play to him. Keep it up, mate.

[@lucabrasi5070]

He is getting pretty good

[@BROSoftheFU]

I was thinking the same thing, watching this family grow is amazing and inspiring, what a lovely family.

[@theresacoffman8133]

I was just to say the same thing. I remember when Finn first started learning to play. He’s become a really decent player ❤️

[@stakman78]

Kiwi bro.

[@MaryOKC]

You are a very blessed family. Be safe. Thinking about and prayers for you all.

[@FrostyBud777]

Amen, This family is changing lives on youtube and the world!

[@roosdad1]

It's such a pleasure for this opportunity for everyone to experience these places. I too have been around the World, and it's beautiful! You do a GREAT job of editing the pros/cons of travel. Be safe.

[@aidanomorgadh1]

That was flipping great!! I had asked to see the boys on guitar a couple of weeks ago so nice to see the resident Whittaker band from SV Zatara 😃👍 Always feel free to play more!

[@zzzxxzzz3248]

Don't forget to put a dive flag out when you're in the water ! A dive flag on the boat and on a buoy where you swim ! Safety first !

[@ashleyamber303]

the parents are always on top of the safety precautions this family is amazing and i’m sure they. had a dive flag down

[@paulm5443]

that's always assuming that idiots know how to look out for or even recognise a dive flag.

[@dianegenx]

@ashleyamber304 Over the last 7 years have they ever shown or mentioned a dive flag? It took the mom 6 years to purchase overboard watches when she finally admitted her children hadn't been wearing their life preservers at night. And for those 6 years, she had her teenagers doing night watch while she slept. Training and responsibility are great, but they're in the middle of an ocean with no help for many miles or many hours. I don't think they have any idea how incredibly lucky they've been.

[@userwhr]

Thank you for another informative video Renee. Everyone seems to be making these best of all situations!

[@MWCarlsson]

"You guys" are the best, simply the best! Thank you again for another bunch of smiles, few chuckles to myself and "leaving" (end of video) feeling happier then when I "arrived" (start of video)! Love to you all! /Swedish Fox

[@rolandsmith1758]

I am a new watcher to your channel, don't even have a clue how I found it. My observation is you cats are having entirely to much fun! Just keep at it guys, it is a joy just to watch...

[@michelfortier9563]

I'm just a viewer and even here in my home office, I feel too crowded for you guys. Wouldn't be much fun anchored near so many other boats.

[@patriciacarter4227]

First world problem. Lol

[@JasonCarney.]

Imagine how those tortoises felt in that tiny pen. Sheesh!

[@alejandro1904]

Not a problem. By linving in an apartment u have your neighbours 30 cms or less away.

[@MrPossumeyes]

@@JasonCarney. Imagine living in a cage it takes a day's walk to reach the other side. If you can be bothered walking that far.

[@Three_Random_Words]

Crowded moorings - does that explain the title of the vid? OH MY! What was the channel title from the 'New friends' section at the end? Kind of got a David Lee Roth vibe from that flipper guy.

[@RichardTomson]

Wonderful choice of song at 9min. Renée you're a great storyteller. The editing is so inspiring and still brings us into your daily life.

[@jessicamermaid2438]

With that facial hair, Jack is starting to resemble a young "Jack Sparrow." Also, so handsome and a capable sailor.. Kids grow up so fast that you wonder where the time has gone. --Jessica from Florida 🌞

[@badapple65]

And Other people’s kids grow up 3x faster it seems. Having teenagers in my life I realize just how short that span of our lives is. I encourage them to experience adventures and some mayhem.

[@Ms.Understood2.0]

I absolutely love the way Finn can just play. 🎼

[@laurence9695]

He's a very gifted young man.

[@Ms.Understood2.0]

@@laurence9695 Absolutely!

[@samadsuleman7956]

It was a pleasure meeting you all today. Hope to see you tomorrow for the goodies. Wishing you all the very best on your journey forward. I will keep watching your journey through…

[@phillipbaritone3843]

Praslin in my honest opinion looks like a much nicer island! Beautiful and better preserved. And I don’t Blame Keith in saying he didn’t know if he’d come back. If you can’t comfortably swim and snorkel in particular that would spoil a big part of the experience. With all that being said, it is gorgeous at that anchorage, and although it’s a lot of boats nestled up close, it sure beats being at a cruise port or a crowded resort. And once you got to that beach there, I have to say what a great segment, lovely private little beach. Good music, food, and friends equal a good time. The rain on the other hand is calming. The tortoises were massive and so cool to see. You never know what new people will come into your orbit, the fit guy doing flips was pretty cool. Great video! Looking forward to next weeks :)

[@marioncampone2362]

Haha loved the song correlation as the drone is going over the boats in anchorage, well done Renee had myself a giggle 🤭. Wow price a fuel was a blow out

[@BaronVonNapalm]

Man oh man... the drone work is getting so good! wonderful video as usual.

[@billhadden7219]

My kids an I have been watching for some time. They grow fast. My oldest is down in Florida at World cheer . They have to grow wings and fly some day but it's good to know they have roots to come home to. Weather it's on Zatara or your terrestrial home. Soon Life will return to a more normal version for all of us. We just have to power through it. Keep sailing and making videos so we all can dream a little dream . Enjoy and I'll be thinking of our lake and you out on the BIG BLUE MARBLE .

[@beastscooter]

What an amazing adventure! Thank you for bringing us along. Cheers!

[@lookingfortruth4123]

Love your channel! Just found it a week ago. Your family is awesome, your filming is fabulous. Renee, I love listening and learning about islands I've yet to explore. Seriously this is better than any travel channel show. Travel channel should pick you up. maybe they did and I don't know, cause I don't have cable anymore. Never anything on. lol Anyways, my family and I hail from Texas North of Houston. One day we'd love to sail as you all have. I just want to wait till my littles are a bit older. 4 and 6 now. I can really relate to your struggles with older kids living their own lives. As I have a 19 and 21 year old, who are out chasing their dreams. We are so proud but also so sad to not have em around much. I love how your older son has stayed on as part of the crew. He's learning so much along side y'all. Thank you for sharing your amazing adventures with us all.

[@joeglennaz]

Hello from Phoenix Arizona! That is so beautiful there! I love the desert but I got to tell you I really miss thunderstorms and good rain we just don’t have much of it here we only get 7 inches of rain a year. It’s so beautiful the clouds in the Bluewater and the rain thank you for putting all these videos up.

[@MikeLoveBuns]

Enjoy this week sailboat ⛵️ sailing video! Lots sailboat anchored around your sailboat ⛵️! 😘⛵️😀 Mike from Missouri

[@zoompatrol]

Excellent video! The quality of drone footage is amazing! Beautiful family.

[@ErBeary]

Love your adventures! It feels like I'm right there with you! So refreshing to see beaches and sunshine.

[@davidlewis7508]

My partner and I and our dog Maple are travelling Australia in our Caravan. We are currently in Exmouth and went swimming with Whale Sharks last Tuesday. 11 months in to our trip, not even 1/2 way round. Love your channel. We did 10 days on a Catamaran from Airlie Beach in 2008. Thank you so much.👏👬🐕

[@danletter9357]

I personally would love to do something like this….my wife in the other hand is terrified of the open ocean. Watching y’all’s episodes are as close as I’m ever going to get. Stay safe. Have a wonderful week.

[@rebelliousraven]

Haha I'm in the same boat no pun intended. My husband is the one terrified. We have a houseboat on a river as well as a small speed boat to pull the kids. I have to beg him to take the houseboat out. He loves fishing, is an outdoor person, can fix any engine. I just don't get it. I grew up near the water went out with my parents and SO much want to do it. 😔

[@Resteasy8686]

Get remarried!

[@Resteasy8686]

Kim meet Dan.

[@annreiter284]

y'all's....love it.... all y'all's

[@MWCarlsson]

Similar situation. Me (47) - would love to go and live a life of adventure, on a boat or motorcaravan, whilst wife (43 with health issues) doesn't like the idea of uncertainty, life on the road/seas/move hahah - of course "Happy Wife, Happy Life" is always true so no dramatic life-changes on the horizon :( /Fox

[@mikemangieri7626]

Love this family there so cool best thing I've found on KZbin

[@dennishively5994]

I would think that as restrictions continue to lighten up , more & more folks are going to start living again, crowded into these open areas, it looks as though fuel prices are high everywhere in the world, sailing will be a great mode to travel, I guess even slow when the winds are light , stay safe & thanks for sharing

[@jerryhamelton2019]

I need more of Finn and his Daddy playing guitar. They were nailing it. Love it when your old man picks up the guitar. He dont need no rockin chair. Thanks for letting me live vicariously through you.

[@joanndavis1450]

Would love to know how you transitioned from land living. I’ve only lived on Lake Ontario for summer. Living on a boat is great living, thanks for posting.

[@moon39466able]

I love this family no matter how many times I watch them so peaceful and so much beaty to see when the kids went to the swiss mwater to swim in the mountain back ground was so beautiful and I was so jealous man was I ever hating cause I wasn't there ;iving there life I am so at awe thanks for the ride keith renee

[@guytrent967]

I am a trucker driving my life away I thank you for sharing I have been enjoying your video for a long time I remember the mono hull

[@davidmaeir6219]

Renee- Great drone video of the new island. I feel like I’m there :).

[@S.L-Sully]

It's Thurs am!!!! Coffee and Zatara it is!!☕🥰

[@ashtonroot3515]

Renee, I edit all day everyday on FCPX. You do a fantastic job! I love your use of J and L cuts. I always look forward to Thursdays.

[@sailingtwokeelasunset1231]

11.18pm in Sydney and about to go to sleep. Just got the notification of a new episode, so I can't go to sleep now. I've gotta watch it now. 🤭

[@marioncampone2362]

Same same here in Melbourne

[@garyartzmd]

I got the notification @ 08:00am - In Central Daylight Times (CDT / UTC -05:00) #MinnesotaUSA

[@georgebalsa9853]

Incredible the number of boats in a little island in the middle of nowhere. Keep safe!

[@stevemazz3121]

What a difference to watch folks that have money while sailing giving them that ability to enjoy so much more. Of course they still need to budget but they can do proper repairs and updates without a lot of worry. Of course you can sail on a 2x4 if you so desire but a more modern vessel with updates makes more sense to me. Enjoy the journey.

[@CarlandJennySailingAdventures]

Wow, can't believe how much the kids have grown up, seems only 5 minutes since we were with you guys in Samos, Greece and we first came aboard Zatara and were welcomed by you all. Keep it up guys. All the best from Carl and Jenny, and yes, we are still in Greece.

[@SGudur]

@18:33 - God damn it.. I was scared that someone will get hurt.. Thank you to all the practice they did... Here comes the special hugs and love for that backflip... Loads of love!!

[@wesleyrobinson8817]

Just ordered a 2022 Hanse 348 this week; soon enough I’ll see you out there! Safe travels!

[@ralphbriensevilla4549]

I wish you guys could sail all the way here in the Philippines :) we have tons of great islands for you to explore. Been watching you guys since your monohull days. Keep it up!

[@cszulu2000]

We were in the Seychelles just a few weeks ago. I agree while snorkeling, I kept to the shallow areas (saw sea turtles, sharks, lots of fish right where you are.) but lots of small boat fast moving.

[@jereland8200]

I love your adventures and travels and have followed you for a couple of years. The kids are experiencing things very few people of any age experience and will serve them well the rest of their lives. Kate is a true cutie and is/will be a Heartbreaker in the coming years and it must be tough living with two older brothers. The youngest brother is a typical loudmouth teen who should grow out of it in a few years. I look forward to Thursdays when you upload videos, keep up the good work.

[@mwmentor]

Hey guys... things may not have started to well, but it sure looks like they improved... Glad to see you having such a good time. Enjoy and we can't wait for your next video :-)

[@martiepowell7631]

Finn, digging your guitar playing, your energy and that loving life beautiful attitude you have

[@terrylarkin690]

Your photography is always superb.

[@NotLostWanderer133]

How joyful was that ending? Magical. I seldom comment, but I sort of got tears starting with the turtles. Safe travels and thank you for the shares.

[@cchrist58]

Dear Mrs !! what Can i say !! ................. WHAT An OUTSTANDING Vlog !! ........ Good Too See You & Your Family Enjoying Your Time in Africa ........... GodBless You All ........... Peace-Out

[@1970boobear]

I'm still waiting for this "bad place" 😍

[@KewlShannon]

Enjoyable video Zatara! Happy travels from Vancouver, BC

[@kennyvalera001]

I don't know how I got to this channel but I'm with it. New subscriber along for the journey.

[@TheRewindKing]

This is my favorite video yet!!! From awesome backflips to amazing music! I love these videos! They just make ya feel good.

[@mrjbbarker1947]

Great filming and hats off to the editing. Synchronized acrobatics a plus.

[@tinabutler6723]

Y’all always make me smile.

[@86rshingles]

Love watching this channel before work in the morning. Get disappointed every time the episode comes to an end. This family is in inspiration and are truly living out my ultimate fantasy. Love seeing you guys travel new places and meeting new people. Keep Them videos coming and see you next week!

[@donsargent827]

Great post, got to see a lot of of everyone & fantastic sights especially the huge turtles. So cool night on the beach with Finn & pops hitting the tunes!

[@ShalomShalom-d5c]

Great job Renee! I liked this episode a lot, I dont kno why. May be bc It reminded me of my travel experiences. Ben's guitar playing has come a long way, keep up the good work Ben! Lovely island. So nice watching the kids mature & making new acquaintances.

[@laurence9695]

Do you mean Finn?

[@dmorgan28]

Awesome. Love the ocean around those islands. Cool video. Thanks 👍👍👍❤️

[@GaryMCurran]

Saw your stuff on Facebook today that you're leaving in the morning to go to Tanzania, maybe even you'll leave before you see this comment. Safe travels, fair winds, and a safe journey to you. I'm looking forward to the road trip down to Cape Town! I thought you were going to be in the Seychelles for a few months, though. After looking at the video of all the charter boats, I don't think I would have wanted to stay there for too long, either.

[@marceld6061]

Renee, the music you used for that anchorage was spot on!

[@jamesmarva1268]

WOW truly amazing family, thank you❤️‍🔥 each and every one for the adventure i 🙏 in 🥰❤️‍🔥🌎 🤲, Amen & Amen.

[@bigkings.8804]

So much fun. Thank you for the greatest show on Earth.

[@debbiecollins1154]

Great video! Love watching everyone making new friends. I know Keith is always making new friends because he never meets a stranger just that good ole Texan hospitality.❤️

[@squirrelmaster1225]

its like your anchored on the shoulder of a freeway, crazy all the people right on top of you. i was getting claustrophobic for you, something about being rained in on a sailboat just sounds so nice. : ) awesome video, Ty for sharing

[@maobfh]

I have to admit that I have read and heard so much about pirates that I have been dreading a video like the thumbnail suggested this would be. Glad it’s not and I am confident in your navigational skills and your wherewithal. And, believe me, I have some very serious and sad worries at home. Yet still my heart jumped when I got your alert and saw that thumbnail. Ugh. Glad you are okay! And I love how each of your kids have different interests and different gifts and talents. Kudos for letting each one shine and enabling any potential growth. I have a lot of respect for that! Miss seeing Anna and haven’t quite figured out where Kate will shine but no rules except her to be on some timetable and she will discover what makes her tick in time. Her athletic skills are admirable! Well done mom and dadding, mom and dad!

[@alexandrelefebvre3847]

Big thanks from Québec Canada 🇨🇦

[@sedatedape315]

Another great video showing some of the beauty of the Seychelles! Nice tortoises and the flipping competition.

[@reyess12]

Thank you for another great opportunity see such amazing destinations through your vidios. I am sure I will never be able to go to those wonderful places, but seeing them from the comfort my home is satisfying for me. Keep it up.

[@dougd9944]

Hi to all of you, I look at it like, wow, that's about 4 nights at a 5 star room.. But look at you guys go!!! Those memories are Priceless ! My Holiday Mansion carried 500 gallons.. ouch..

[@jeffreyhunter4991]

Seriously. Waiting 1 week for your posting is a killer, We need daily!!!!1. Love it all.

[@Lacroix999]

Just in time for my morning coffee! Does the salt in the air not affect (stick to) your clothes drying at all? Does no one use/acknowledge diver down flags there? That’s scary having those boats so close and going so fast!

[@fooman2108]

One lesson I learned when I first learned to sail (some 45 years ago now) is NEVER tie fenders to the life-lines, it is too easy to pin one under the curve of a hull, or worse, under a piling and tear up a life line (and I also learned on a long weekend sail (I know NOT a 2 week passage) to have a spare of the longest life-line for the boat (you can always shorten one but trying to get those 2" is a bear), it might not be perfect but that is always one thing I have/had in a locker.

[@jimjefftube]

I like that you were in a bad place, but made it good!!! Happy Sailing!

[@gsadventures678]

I think you're in a very good place right now. Exploring the world and fulfilling all of your wildest dreams!

[@maxomus3723]

The kids are more fit.. than the fitbits!! Lol

[@linbooma1]

Wonderful enjoyed ur show again!

[@kathleencummins8391]

i have watched you from the start soo thank you! You're just beyond words! Great and lots of fun. Big smiles!

[@SailingZatara]

💕🙏🏼

[@SailingMomentum]

Thanks for being a part of our inspiration! Cool vid! Totally called that vertical drone shot...so funny!

[@johnrutherford9262]

You guys have the best life

[@FrostyBud777]

Got the cat scan done today on my stomach, Waited all day till now to watch your newest episode. Thank you SO much!

[@samanthalandry5648]

Hahahaha did the same thing after my cat scan!! Today 😂

[@FrostyBud777]

@@samanthalandry5648 Amazing how people all over the world are going through the same things yet sometimes feels like only we battle them alone! thank you for your comment!

[@cowladyrita]

Always love when you put a new blog on! It was so pretty on the beach I loved everybody with the drums and guitars. These are memories your family will hold forever. You are so blessed. Is there a distance we’re both have to park in the water as compared to where the swimmers are at our their booties out there to market? Continue safely on your travels. Hugs and blessings grandma Tampa

[@stephenward3468]

There will be a few folks from Africa and Madagascar,Mauritias in the area.We Zimbabweans drive from Harare to Beira or Maputo on Easter weekends this is one of our go to places other than Kariba.South of where you are Durban area has had very bad rain and floods.

[@marklutker9720]

I have watched almost the whole series. Would give money to live this life. Sadly I will never be able to afford it... soo I will live vicariously. Great down to earth people, that is the key here.. people with personalities you can relate to.

[@robvangelderen2359]

I didn’t look at this channel for a while it gives me good vibes in these crazy times

[@garysuffern2142]

Wow thank you for such an inspiring viedo so grateful I found your Sailing channel. 🏝

[@MotivationGarden]

The back flips put a smile on my face😊

[@lesliecann8492]

More dad and son guitar jams please!! So sweet!

[@socalmx255]

I approve of this family and this channel.

[@Webbrful]

Approved by Chuck Norris! 😳 That's major! 👊🤣😂

[@SailingZatara]

wow, that's a relief!

[@stevengoodwin8825]

Well damn

[@stephentimpe]

@@SailingZatara lol

[@FrostyBud777]

@@SailingZatara I had to say , Melatonin can help with Jet Lag. Watching your old return to male video, melatonin would help . I only take 1/5th of a 5 mg tablet and sleep much better and get on track in just two -three days then stop the melatonin.

[@chancevonfreund1156]

Getting crowded! Wow. It would be nice you guys could relax a little.

[@judycook1918]

I’m watching now to keep my mind busy because I have to have a heart Cath later this morning and it did a good job. I wish it were longer. I’m been watched since you first packed up and left Texes so you feel like family it me. Stay safe and better yet stay healthy! Looking forward to next weeks show,.

[@a.hunter9804]

Hope you did well❤️

[@bfarm44]

I keep praying and working hard to get my family out and going on adventures and while we are no way near able to accomplish what you have and where you are I refuse to stop trying there has to be a way I need to unplug them entirely and get them all out and away

[@Now-sg3il]

Don’t base yourselves just around Mahe. Venture out to Praslin, La Digue, Curieuse island. There are so many other places in Seychelles to explore. Mahe is my least favourite island. I lived in the Seychelles for a while. 🇸🇨 Also, Seychelles have so much more greenery than the Maldives, so rain is essential for the environment. So many endemic plants and species, the flora & fauna is unique. Please visit Vallee de Mai on Praslin island, national park/reserve, no other place like in the world. Also a trip to Bird island is a must.