Sailing into Uncharted Waters with Kate McCue, the World’s First Female Cruise Ship Captain

In this episode, Mary Jean Tully chats with Captain Kate McCue, a true trailblazer in the cruise industry.

When Kate was 12 she dreamed of becoming Julie McCoy from Love Boat, but she went a whole lot further and became the first and only American female captain of a large cruise ship. In an industry that is dominated by men, Captain Kate broke longstanding gender barriers when she took the helm of Celebrity Cruise’s new and largest cruise ship, Celebrity Beyond.

This is a story about expanding the boundaries of cruising and breaking into uncharted waters. But it's also a glimpse into life onboard a Celebrity Cruise. Sailing to over 300 destinations around the globe, Celebrity's goal is to take you on a journey of wonder, inside and out. Featuring upscale design, innovative cuisine, and impeccable service, whether you're a curious first-time cruiser or an experienced sailor of the seven seas Celebrity has the perfect adventure for you.

So, sit back as we set a course for new waters and find out how Captain Kate is breaking the boundaries of cruising

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