One of the most well-known cruise ship captains in the world, Captain Kate McCue, is taking on an exciting new challenge. She has just been named the first-ever captain of Four Seasons I, the first ultra-luxury yacht from Four Seasons Yachts. This marks a major expansion for the famous Four Seasons hotel brand into the world of luxury cruising.
Captain Kate shared her excitement about this new role, saying, “I’m thrilled to join an amazing team, introducing a new category of luxury and excellence to our guests at sea.” As captain, she will not only navigate the ship but also oversee the guest experience and crew operations. The yacht will have a one-to-one guest-to-staff ratio, meaning every passenger will receive highly personalized service.
Unlike the large cruise ships Captain Kate has commanded in the past, Four Seasons I is designed to be a floating luxury hotel.
Here are some key features of Four Seasons I yacht:
Size & Capacity: 679 feet long with 15 decks and 95 luxury suites
Exclusive Experience: Accommodates only 220 guests with a crew of 210
Incredible Views: Suites feature private terraces and floor-to-ceiling windows
Luxury Amenities: A 66-foot-long pool, which transforms into a dance floor, plus a world-class spa and wellness center
Easy Ocean Access: A marina platform allows guests to enjoy watersports directly from the yacht.
Fine Dining and Elegant Lounges
The yacht will feature 11 distinct restaurants and bars, each designed to provide guests with unique and memorable gastronomic experiences.
Dining Venues:
Sedna: The yacht's signature dining venue, hosting a rotation of master chefs-in-residence from acclaimed Four Seasons restaurants worldwide. The menu blends modern French techniques with global influences, paired with expertly curated wines.
Terrasse: Inspired by the Côte d'Azur, this indoor-outdoor dining space serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, focusing on seasonal ingredients and live culinary stations.
Miuna: A 16-seat omakase experience, spotlighting sustainably sourced and locally available ingredients, paired with rare sake and Japanese-inspired cocktails.
Bars and Lounges:
Salon: A sophisticated space offering pastries, snacks, wines, cocktails, and a signature tea service.
Bar Piscine: A poolside retreat featuring a roaming Mojito bar with hand-carved ice.
Champagne & Caviar Bar: An adults-only terrace bar serving Grand Cru Champagnes and premium caviar.
Horizon Lounge: A Moroccan-inspired lounge with Levantine flavors and exotic cocktails around a plunge pool.
Bar O: A glamorous Art Deco-style bar specializing in rare vintage liquors and tableside mixology.
Cigar Lounge: An opulent setting for fine cigars, rare spirits, and artisanal chocolates.
Marina Bar: A beach club-style venue by day and a stargazing lounge with cocktails by night.
Pistachio: A chic café serving French viennoiseries, savory bites, and bespoke coffee creations.
A New Era of Luxury Travel
Four Seasons is aiming to create a new level of high-end travel, and Captain Kate McCue is the perfect person to lead the way. With her experience, passion, and dedication to exceptional service, she is set to redefine what luxury cruising looks like. As Four Seasons I prepares for its January 2026 debut, all eyes will be on this groundbreaking yacht and its trailblazing captain.
