Senior Editor, News and Features. This brought her one step closer to her dream, as she was now fully qualified to take command of a vessel. McCue is proud of her accomplishments as it took 19 years to obtain the title of Captain. In an industry dominated by males, her accomplishment breaks longstanding gender barriers in this field. Celebrity Cruises President and CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo on Thursday appointed Captain Kate to helm of .css-hghiur{transition-property:var(--chakra-transition-property-common);transition-duration:var(--chakra-transition-duration-fast);transition-timing-function:var(--chakra-transition-easing-ease-out);-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;outline:2px solid transparent;outline-offset:2px;font-weight:var(--chakra-fontWeights-medium);border-bottom-width:1px;border-bottom-style:dotted;cursor:pointer;color:var(--chakra-colors-blue-base);border-color:var(--chakra-colors-blue-base);}.css-hghiur:focus-visible,.css-hghiur[data-focus-visible]{box-shadow:var(--chakra-shadows-outline);}.css-hghiur:hover,.css-hghiur[data-hover]{-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;border-bottom-width:1px;border-bottom-style:solid;}Celebrity Beyond, the third of the line's Edge Class vessels. What started as a yearly vacation with family quickly turned into a passion for travel, cruising and adventure. She's actually ahead of schedule right now, which is perfect. "People that come on cruises come for what I get to experience every single day," she said, "and I get paid for it.". "He's in Italy, I'm in the Caribbean, and I actually get to hear about his day, he gets to hear about my day, and it really works for us," she said. This historic sailing took place on International Women's Day - March 8, 2020 - aboard the Celebrity Edge. Kate McCue and her cat Bug Naked, are voyaging the open seas together as best friends. In 2015, Kate accepted the role of commanding officer for the Celebrity Summit on September 13, 2015. Last month, McCue returned to her position at the helm of the Celebrity Edge. Captain Kate also led the Celebrity fleetand the industryback into operation when, on June 26, 2021,Celebrity Edgebecame the first cruise ship to sail with guests from a U.S. port in more than a year due to the global coronavirus pandemic. NOW WATCH: This is what it takes to be a cruise ship performer, Visit Insider's homepage for more stories, working, eating, and sleeping all in the same place, She documents her adventures on Instagram, staffed by an all-women bridge and officer team, I went deep into the bowels of the world's largest cruise ship to get a behind-the-scenes look at how it makes 30,000 meals a day, A performer on the world's largest cruise ship reveals how she got the gig, and what working at sea is really like, After years of traveling, I went on my very first cruise and found it was a totally different way of seeing the world. McCue accomplished her dream of becoming the first female commanding officer of a mega-ship. Captain Kate McCue, the first and only American woman to captain a major cruise ship, is embarking on a new leg of her career by captaining the Celebrity Beyond which is expected to launch . The dynamic and decorated captain will usher in a new era for the new-luxury brand, sailing a ship brought to life by a dream team of modern lifestyle icons including multi-award-winning British designer Kelly Hoppen CBE; celebrated American designer Nate Berkus; the culinary gifts of Michelin-starred chef and restaurateur Daniel Boulud; and featuring wellness experiences and products from goop CEO and founder Gwyneth Paltrow, the brands Well-Being Advisor. According to McCue, he told her, "You can do anything you want, including drive the thing.". She helped transport bananas between Ecuador and Los Angeles. Their cabin is attached to the bridge, the main control center. Im beyond excited to see her take our guests to locations that will open their eyes to the beauty of the world around them and experience travel on a new-luxury ship without comparison.. Every element of Celebrity Beyonds look and feel has been carefully curated with newly imagined spaces and expanded versions of the brands popular signature spaces, including: Celebrity Beyonds maiden voyage will depart on April 27, 2022, from Southampton, England, for a 10-night Western Europe cruise visiting Bordeaux, France; Lisbon, Portugal; and Seville, Malaga, Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona, Spain. She's on call 24/7 and takes a nap every afternoon in case something comes up late at night. www.travelweek.ca/news/captain-kate-mccue-will-take-the-helm-of-brand-new-celebrity-beyond-in-spring-2022/, Mozilla/5.0 (Macintosh; Intel Mac OS X 10_15_6) AppleWebKit/605.1.15 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/15.5 Safari/605.1.15. someone wants the sea breeze in their hair . The ship's first sailing will be a 10-night Western European voyage sailing to Spain, Portugal and the Canary Islands. McCue went to Cal Maritime, encouraged and inspired by her father, who had also once applied there but didn't met the age requirements after a stint in the Peace Corps. She also makes sure that the Celebrity Edge and its passengers follow the laws in the places where the ship docks. "I spent 19 years looking out the window as an officer of the watch.". By clicking Sign Up, you also agree to marketing emails from both Insider and Morning Brew; and you accept Insiders. Your only a woman," a social media user wrote to McCue, 42, who became the first American female captain of a mega-ship in 2015. Celebrity Edge was the first major line to resume sailing on June 26, 2021. https://www.celebritycruises.com/cruise-ships/celebrity-beyond, Transformational accommodations, from modern two-story villas with plunge pools to staterooms with infinite verandas, blurring the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living, An expanded Rooftop Garden and stunning resort deck featuring cantilevered float pools, A stunning multi-level, multi-terraced Sunset Bar that defines the ships aft, A first-ever Daniel Boulud fine-dining restaurant at sea called, A redesigned Grand Plaza spanning three decks and creating an airiness never-before experienced on a cruise ship. Kate McCue became the first American female captain on a mega cruise ship in 2015. AbbyCruiser45. After Hawaii, she applied to several cruise lines for almost nine months before obtaining employment with Disney Cruise Line. Since the age of 12, she aspired to become a cruise director. On Saturday, June 26, new luxury ship, Celebrity Edge will become the first cruise ship to sail from US waters in more than a year. Changes Up Ahead: Promotion to Celebrity Cruises, Maritime Academy at California State University, Mechanical Issue Forces Disney Ship to Skip Port, Adjust Itinerary, First Cruise Ship Arrives for Busy Montreal Season, Another Overbooked Oasis-Class Royal Caribbean Ship. She is currently employed by Celebrity Cruises and is the captain of the Celebrity Beyond. Travel + Leisure is published by Meredith Corporation under license from Travel + Leisure Co. "I didn't want to jinx it. There are so many opportunities for everyone, whether you want to be on the bridge or you want to be in any of the other departments on our ships. Kate McCue (born January 6, 1978) [1] [2] is an American cruise ship captain. This role solidified her place in maritime history books as the first female commanding officer of a mega ship in the United States. McCue has also gained notoriety online, as she has more than 3.5 million followers on TikTok, Instagram and YouTube. People have described Kate as someone who goes above and beyond. She accepted the highly-coveted role of commanding officer for Celebrity Summit in September 2015. Cruise industry shows off progress towards net-zero carbon cruising, United States ending COVID testing requirements to enter and what that means for cruising, New Zealand to open borders to cruise ships in July, Cruise industry announces positive momentum for cruise ships and new environmental goals, Wearing a face mask in cruise terminals may not be required soon, Cruising returns to Australia for the first time since pandemic. "In January, I'll join full time in the yard until her completion," McCue said of the Beyond. Copyright 2021 - Prevue Meetings. ", "I started at the bottom. She is also in charge of nearly 1,200 crew members onboard, along with ensuring passengers follow local laws when docked in foreign ports. McCue often posts to her hundreds of thousands of followers, showing them her daily life as a captain aboard a Celebrity Cruises ship. Celebrity's Le Petit Chef Review - Worth it or Gimmicky? Captain Kate is giving her followers a glimpse into the life of a cruise ship captain. Of the more than 300 passenger cruise ships around the world, only nine are captained by women, according to the Womens International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA). 590K Followers, 3,532 Posts - Official Instagram of @CelebrityCruises Captain, modern mermaid, red sole rockin' Mum to wanderluster @bugnaked "If you can Sea it, you can Be it" Captain Kate McCue (@captainkatemccue) on Instagram Captain Kate McCue has been the commanding officer onboard Celebrity Summit, Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Edge since her first captain role with the company in 2015. Captain Kate McCue's Maritime Career. Royal Caribbean promoted Kate to chief officer, which is considered a senior first officer, and later to staff captain. On June 28, 2022, she posted a video walked viewers through all considerations that go into cancelling a port of a call, making this information more accessible than ever. This is a day that Ive been waiting for since we made the first cut of steel on our beautifulCelebrity Beyond. I always say that if you see it, you can be it and I hope that Celebrity Beyond sails as an inspiration for all to see past convention in pursuit of any goal in life, said Captain Kate McCue. Capt. "You know, more ships are coming out. When in a new city, she's usually out to discover under-the-radar art, culture, and secondhand stores. And before she captained the Edge, she served as captain of Celebrity Summit, a role she entered in 2015 and also was captain of Celebrity Equinox before joining the Edge. Her dad supported her decision but encouraged her to think bigger: Instead of just planning activities for passengers, why not run the whole ship? McCue worked hard to gain valuable industry experience while living with her cousins for 6 months. 2023 Celebrity Cruises, Inc. All Rights Reserved. McCue said she tries to fill her time off by taking on public-relations gigs, attending trainings, or finding other ways to represent her company. McCue did not allow her gender to limit her thinking. McCue is the first American woman (and fifth woman overall) to command a. His advice to her was that she could do anything she wanted, including captaining the ship. Celebrity Edge Captain Kate McCue tells CNN Travel what it's like taking charge of an enormous floating city and navigating the unexpected, choppy waters of the pandemic. The Celebrity Cruises captain finished the video by settling into her captains chair and reminding commenters where she could be found. LGBT Meeting Professionals Association Thrives, Global Recognition Awards Winners Announced, Incentive Adventures With Scenic: Small Ship Luxury, Transcend Cruises: Purpose Built for Groups, Cruise State of The Industry: Rebounding and Ready for Incentives. This promotion placed Kate as second in command for Royal Caribbean in 2011. Her promotion placed her in the maritime history books. As a former crew member for Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, and Carnival Cruise Line I can continue my passion by sharing my experiences with readers. No matter her location, you can find her on Twitter, on Instagram or at caileyrizzo.com. While she works on the ship 24/7 for three months and then has three months off, McCue said she loves her job so much that she would happily take less time off. Credit: 2021 Captain Kate McCue. McCues following stems from providing people with glimpses of the life of a captain on a cruise ship. Royal Caribbean promoted her to the chief officer (senior first officer) and subsequently, in 2011, to staff captain. By sheer determination and years of hard work, Kate finally achieved her life-long dream of becoming a ships captain, paving the way for others to follow in her footsteps. During the first 10 months of the coronavirus pandemic, McCue stayed on the ship in the waters around Florida until the crew members could safely return to their homes in more than 60 countries. CRUISE HIVE LTD 2008-2023. Celebrity Beyond will not only hold the title of the largest ship in the fleet, but the distinction as the brands most luxurious vessel. To further her education, in 2009, McCue earned a Chief Mate and Masters Licence from the Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies. During construction of the Celebrity Beyond, she provided viewers with behind-the-scenes footage of the ship's construction. And I will be in France for that which we're really looking forward to because that's when, of course, you know,we we can test all the bells and whistles.". She constantly thinks about how she can go above and beyond, mirroring the exceptional design and imagination of the ship she will captain. "This is a culmination of a career.". "She is pretty far along. By proceeding, you agree to Cruise Critics, Captain Kate McCue to Helm Celebrity Beyond in 2022. Celebrity Cruises president and CEO Lisa Lutoff-Perlo said that McCue mirrors"the exceptional design and imagination" of the ship by constantly going the extra mile. Posted September 6, 2022. McCue said that at that size, you can't call it a boat. Offers may be subject to change without notice. Kate McCue is the captain of Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Edge. This article originally appeared on recommend.com, Incentives at Sea: A Look Ahead With Holland America. Celebrity Cruise captain Kate McCue explained how her crew was able to rescue a small boat of 19 migrants off the coast of Florida earlier this week in a video posted to social media. But what that means is you bond with people that you work with so much stronger than you do with people on land," she said, adding that she now has friends in dozens of countries. I stayed in a 182-square-foot room on the world's largest cruise ship, where no space was left unused. This is a real glimpse at the Captain's life on a mega cruise ship! In 2015, then-37-year-old McCue became the first female American captain of a megaship. (A megaship is an extremely large commercial vessel, such as the 1,004-foot-long Celebrity Edge.) For Captain Kate, the seed to be a captain was planted following a cruise the then-12-year-old McCue took with her family. Subscribe for insight on a Captain's career, her ship, crew . She said the the ship's Chief Officer Nikos "noticed a glimmer on the horizon" and discovered it was a group of people who appeared to be in distress. Btw, is one of the nicest folks I've had the pleasure to meet (besides Bob, obviously)! As Captain of the ship, McCue is in charge of navigation, operations, safety and passenger service onboard her vessel. When Celebrity Beyond departs on its maiden voyage April 27 from Southampton, England, it will become the largest vessel in the Celebrity Cruises fleet. She pushes her cat in a baby stroller around the ship; the two share a cabin attached to the ships main control center. McCue is the first American woman (and fifth woman overall) to command a mega cruise ship. Thanks for coming to SEA us on Beyond, Daniel! Celebrity Beyond stands at 17 decks high and 21 meters longer than her innovative predecessors Celebrity Edge (2018) and Celebrity Apex (2020). "I'm so excited to go back into my bubble," she said of getting back to work after three months off. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Members; 436 August 20, 2020; Knoxville, TN #6 Share; Posted September 6, 2022. "We do three months on, three months off, and it's kind of like you retire every three months," she told Insider of her work schedule. captain, watches as construction continues on Celebrity Beyond at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France. Allie's been on nearly 30 cruises all over the world. Captain McCue commanded the ship and the 26 other women to create an all-female bridge and officer leadership team. After going on her first cruise, McCue fell in love with sailing. Copyright Cruise Blog Media LLC 2023. The endearing and charismatic McCue has also become a social media celebrity, amassing nearly 3.5 million followers across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube by humanizing the profile of captain and sharing behind the scenes looks at seafaring life. One of Celebrity's most popular captains, Captain Kate McCue became the first American woman to captain a major cruise ship in 2015, when she took the helm of Celebrity Summit. To further her education, McCue earned her Chief Mate and Masters License in 2009 from the Maritime Institute of Technology and Graduate Studies. She constantly thinks about how she can go above and beyond, mirroring the exceptional design and imagination of the ship she will captain. Explore our newest ship, Beyond, with her captain, Kate McCue, and see the ship getting ready for the inaugural sailing on Apr. The ship will make stops in Bordeaux,Lisbon, Seville, Malaga Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona. The thoughtfulness and imagination she put into this ship is only matched by her forward thinking to move the industry beyond what it is now and see what it should be.". Copyright 2022 Travel + Leisure Co. All Rights Reserved. If you are the site owner (or you manage this site), please whitelist your IP or if you think this block is an error please open a support ticket and make sure to include the block details (displayed in the box below), so we can assist you in troubleshooting the issue. Seeing Beyond, McCue said, gave her "goosebumps on goosebumps.". His advice to her was that she could do anything she wanted, including captaining the ship. "We've got this really neat kind of around-the-world honeymoon thing going on, which is really cool because it makes the most out of the time we have, and we're having some really epic adventures," she said. Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. "The three things I always travel with are Bug, my Louboutins, and a mermaid tail," McCue said. It's not all hard work, though, as McCue said she gets to go out and explore the ports along the cruise's stops. I think its about high time that I address this," she said in her TikTok earlier this week and proceeded to shut down the shamer in a comeback disguised as a teaching moment. The Beyond, which Celebrity touts as its largest and most luxurious ship to date,is scheduled to set sail on a Western Europe cruisefrom Southampton, England on April 27 for 10 nights with McCue at the helm. In an industry dominated by men, Captain Kate McCue is making waves as the first American female captain of a mega cruise ship. Celebrity Cruises. In her childhood, Kate McCue spent time living in Evans, Georgia and Michigan before returning to San Francisco. Cruise Critic had the opportunity earlier this year to chat with Captain Kate about her career at sea, and what that restart was like. She sailed around Asia, Alaska, Australia, the Middle East and the Mediterranean during her time as second officer. Find FAQ's, ask questions, join the list for upcoming info & releases! Celebrity Cruises has praised Kate for being a trailblazer in her field. McCue shares her stateroom with Bug Naked, her elf-ear Sphynx cat whom she pushes around the ship in a baby stroller. She wrote about her 27,000-mile odyssey in the book Maiden Voyage.. The Beyond is the first ship she will captain from its launch. The Harbor Pilot brings valuable knowledge onboard about the port (tides, currents, weather, traffic, hazards to navigation aids, etc). Captain Kate McCue became the first American female captain of a mega cruise ship when she took the helm of Celebrity Cruises' Celebrity Summit in 2015. Voyages are on sale now. How to plan a cruise to ensure it goes smoothly, 13 Things Celebrity Cruises does different than Royal Caribbean that I like better, Disney Cruise Lines newest private island Lighthouse Point: Everything we know so far. Also Insta-famous, with more than 28,500 followers, Bug's account regularly offers glimpses into ship life. The dynamic and decorated captain will usher in a new era for the new-luxury . .tiktok-1w1pypo-SpanLiked{margin-left:6px;}Favorites. She remembers distinctly how her father supported her aspirations, but encouraged her to dream bigger. For more information on all Celebrity Beyond inaugural 2022-2023 season sailings, visit https://www.celebritycruises.com/cruise-ships/celebrity-beyond. I'm beyond excited to see her take our guests to locations that will open their eyes to the beauty of the world around them and experience travel on a new-luxury ship without comparison.". The Celebrity Beyond is the largest ship in the fleet, and its inaugural season was spent offering ten-night voyages going to Spain, Portugal, and the Canary Islands. She obtained an entry-level position as the lines third mate while sailing predominantly throughout the Caribbean. Captain Kate then was appointed to Celebrity Equinox before taking command of Celebrity Edge in September 2019. Captain Kate also led the Celebrity fleet and the industry back into operation when, on June 26, 2021, Celebrity Edge became the first cruise ship to sail with guests from a U.S. port in more than a year due to the global coronavirus pandemic. ", In fact, when asked about her least favorite thing about working, eating, and sleeping all in the same place, she replied, "Having to leave my job and go on vacation.". In this day and age, Im shocked that someone still doesnt know the difference between youre and your," she started. So you're not ever going to have the same day twice, which is really cool.". companys third ship in its industry-transforming Edge Series debuting in spring 2022. While the job is demanding, according to McCue, it has its perks. Kate McCue and her cat Bug Naked, are voyaging the open seas together as best friends.. Her schedule is three months on, three months off. I was an apprentice officer on banana boats, which were taking bananas between Guayaquil, Ecuador, and Long Beach," she said. 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Captain Kate McCue, who has more than 3.5 million follows across TikTok, Instagram and YouTube, has already been breaking records as the first American female to captain a major cruise ship. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. Youcan check out the full length videos on his FB & Snap . In 2015, when McCue was named the captain of a slightly smaller ship the 2,158-passenger Celebrity Summit she became the first American woman (and fifth woman overall) to command a mega cruise ship. Kates fur baby can be seen in a baby stroller aboard the cruise line. There are no limitations but those we place upon ourselves. In 2003, McCue was offered a job as a second officer for Royal Caribbean, which gave her the opportunity to travel the world.
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