A BIG SURPRISE FOR CAPTAIN KATE MCCUE

[@CaptainKateMcCue]

Thank you, Santa, Don, and your very generous followers, for making my days so sweet (& spicy)!!! 🌶️😘👌

[@alexanderb9905]

Just want to send a hello to you from Canada! You are such an accomplished Captain and a great role model for future generations, especially women that they can achieve or exceed their goals. Wish more Captains were were like you!

[@Arvidje]

What a lovely open and kind captain you are. Should be captain on the love boat!

[@joelroach416]

It was a fun moment for a special person. aka Santa

[@elaineandstuartcohen9761]

We will be on Beyond in January and February....will you be back on ship then? Would love to meet you.

[@brendaboylen4504]

Pinned.

[@mikepope3784]

Isn't she delightful. Beautiful smile, just stunning.

[@dianaavery1600]

I loved watching her open her gifts, such a great captain and beautiful person.

[@marymcmann9546]

That was so fun watching her open her Gifts! She’s such a genuine person and really cares about her crew and guests. I hope I get to sail with her one day.

[@traderpete007]

That was so cool. She totally deserves it too. She’s a world class role model for diversity, that anyone can work hard and achieve their dream job. bravo to both of you!!

[@philhardy6470]

That was so nice, of everyone who sent things in, for Capt Kate. What a beautiful Captain she is

[@mcole1391]

I love this what an awesome thing that everyone came together and gave her those gifts that’s an awesome thing.

[@duchessofst.andrew7210]

Love to Captain Kate ❤🎶❤🙏🏼🌈

[@d.mclean3673]

Well done Don, you pulled off the presentation of obviously perfect items just right. Brilliant. As for Cpt Kate wow, the exchange gives a glimpse of the disarming real person way beyond the staged photo ops of the PR department. So fun. Nailed it on this one.

[@brendaseegars2889]

Mr. Don that was so super sweet! I really love the special treat you and the followers gave her. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@michelemerlothartzell7854]

We sailed with her when she first introduced her jewelry line. We so enjoyed all her interactions with her passengers, even being available as we were disembarking. She is such a. " people person" !

[@guachatierna]

That was so nice!! 🥰👏 Thank you to all the people that sent all this treats to Don for Captain Kate and to Don for his incredible action. 👍🥰

[@jonathangood7117]

Thanks great don

[@amtrakharry]

You are beautiful woman 🥰🥰🥰 Captain and you are up there playing with the Boy's showing them how its done...:):):)

[@angielovett4159]

That was awesome!

[@eidorandersson]

I love this woow

[@bill-gray]

That was a great fun video to watch :)

[@pamvogelsang8135]

Sweet!

[@cliffnorman178]

What a wonderful video. You are so generous and Captain Kate is so appreciative.

[@cliffnorman178]

@@danielbobberson9849 However he facilited all this, which was really special and very generous.

[@maryannsharp8427]

I was on Captain Kate’s inaugural several years ago. She also lives in my neighborhood along with her parents.

[@maritachung8060]

This is one of your best video!! Awesome

[@valeryhall4984]

that was so cool .. she seems like such a beautiful lady inside and out ..

[@petitecherie501]

wtg. Great gift

[@meredithwalters3951]

That was the best!

[@jackieb1022]

What a good guy you are Don! Good job!

[@Donsfamilyvacations]

everyone help make that happen. I was just the messenger :)

[@Jammindrmr]

That was very sweet what a great fan base

[@anakerose]

She's so awesome 👌 the look of pure joy on her face was priceless

[@TEWAdventures]

Awe how sweet!! Y'all are great!

[@donnaschuepbach3830]

Two great gifts. Treats she can't find on her own and the glass decoration of her Cpt Kate and Bugs. She has limited space and got exactly what fits her!

[@aussiejohn5835]

This has given me a glimpse of the old Don and I really like him. You have made Captain Kate genuinely very happy and more Vlogs would make us very happy and please bring back "Suitcase".

[@Donsfamilyvacations]

Suitcase will return next cruise. Some good old fashion vlogs as well :)

[@aussiejohn5835]

@@Donsfamilyvacations Thank you so much Don for your reply and for restoring my faith in you and now I feel guilty for my recent negative comments for which I apologise. Looking forward to the Vlogs and suitcase.

[@brendaboylen4504]

Weak.

[@kennethjenkins3972]

Wow that was so amazing.

[@TheFtm22]

So glad some people could find those things - I looked and looked but no dice here. She's adorable!

[@nancynadler4918]

The seems like the captain has a wonderful personality.

[@NeedtoSpeak]

So did Captain Francesco Schettino of the Costa Concordia!

[@deltonabf]

Very cool, Santa, I mean Don!

[@tealuver7288]

Another Great job by Santa and his helpers

[@miah06191]

Awesome!!!

[@RicardoLopez-mc5op]

Great video Don and I hope someday to sail with you and Captain Kate !

[@Stakeouttoo]

you are a class act Don... so glad you made Captain Kate happy and smiling.. sure wish she was sailing with HAL.. Bug too ...kudos to all :)

[@NeedtoSpeak]

He is hoping this will get him an upgrade on his free cruises.

[@jameswade7550]

@@NeedtoSpeak Too bad you have no Ideal what you are talking about.

[@ourfamilyvideos7283]

We love capt kate😍😍😍😍😍🥰

[@Karli4Sure]

Aw that was so kind and sweet

[@sweetpea8091]

That was sweet, great job Don....

[@arteconlavaladon]

Beautyful surprise!!

[@Donsfamilyvacations]

It made her cruise :)

[@grannyoffive1313]

Thanks Don....this is a fun video!!!!!

[@awsalminen]

Nice job viewers! You hats off to you also don.

[@larrykramer2761]

I think I'm in love!!😍

[@nancycochran3253]

I am taking a cruise on Beyond in March of 2024 and hope Captain Kate will be back on the ship.

[@gwelte]

That was great, I think you made Captain Kates day and then some.

[@jameswade7550]

@@danielbobberson9849 Actually in one of her interviews she states she enjoy getting out and talking with the passengers. many of the Vloggers have cruise on her ships say she always available to meet and take pictures.

[@maryrock6224]

Nice

[@NeedtoSpeak]

Don, do you have any video of you praising Costa Concordia’s Captain Francesco Schettino for his humor, warmth, and willingness to show the cruisers a good time?

[@musicandtravel3115]

I agree with Wayne! 💯 I believe that all Captains should get gifts equally not just Captain Alicia, oops I mean Captain Kate.

[@paulinelinton3382]

Love Captain Kate!

[@NachoTV]

That's really neat how you made the captains day

[@davidmurphy7582]

Dong didn't make the Captain's day, it was her husband joining the cruise that did. A bag of sweet and spicy treats pales in comparison. This was all a stunt to make Dong look good in my opinion.

[@alguien4u]

That was so touching and heart warming! Awesome move Don!!!👍

[@Donsfamilyvacations]

Thanks so much

[@sth4678]

Good job Don. Bug and captain Kate are the main reason the wife and I will try her ship when they get to the states

[@Donsfamilyvacations]

she is a great captain and host as well :) you'll love the ship

[@monicagordh.9028]

Been watching you on a regular basis for over a year and haven't come across "suitcase". If that's your packing ritual then yes we have, if not then we're looking forward to it. Your insight to cruising is Super. We always look forward to your next Vlog and Adventure. Your awesome Don.

[@michelealkins616]

How sweet!

[@t.d4445]

How sweet is she?!

[@maltz99]

This was great!

[@ronniesquires]

Awe. Congratulations 👏 👏👏

[@tlm7767]

Why is this pretty much the only video Don has ever responded to comments to? He clearly asked the captain to comment on this video as a thank you.

[@romariodossantos4692]

Good job Don, much love from the carribean 🙏🏽

[@pickypants9696]

Best video ever!!

[@coryoplayer]

Very cool that Captain Kate spent that time with you for vlogging Don!!!! 👍🛳🛳

[@davidmurphy7582]

Dong was probably chasing her all 10 days just so that he could get a video done for clicks no less. I'm sure deep down she's laughing at this guy and the antics he is up to lol

[@NeedtoSpeak]

I agree David…..she sees him for what he is.

[@jameswade7550]

@@davidmurphy7582 LOL I guess every Lady Don is friends with he is chasing in your eyes. To bad you got to make comments about a man you don't know VERY SAD. Then come on here and call him names Very Low class

[@jameswade7550]

@@NeedtoSpeak Yes as a friend as he has done multiple cruises on her ships. Plus she is Married Get a life. LOL

[@brendaboylen4504]

The only thing sad is Don.

[@sheilabutcher776]

😍😍

[@carolynnowak3823]

Well done channel!

[@pabloiturbe5788]

She’s the nicest person in the world.

[@brianbedoe8656]

Bribery will get you to the Captin's Table everytime!

[@NeedtoSpeak]

Sure….he all ready gets every cruise he takes for free, why not go for more?

[@jameswade7550]

@@NeedtoSpeak Now how you know that show me where you got that information. Cause I know for a fact he don't get them free. Now does he gets perks for being a travel agent I'm sure he Does. Just like I do after 11 cruises on NCL. But nothing is free

[@jameswade7550]

@@danielbobberson9849 hmm and you know that for a fact. Lol.

[@sandytaylor9393]

You are awesome Don ❤️❤️❤️

[@Donsfamilyvacations]

aww thank you , people who helped and went looking for those treat for me are just do amazing

[@sandytaylor9393]

@@Donsfamilyvacations - amazing people have amazing followers - thank you for all that you do to both educate and entertain.

[@army193]

She could pass for sister with Sandra Bullock, dang.

[@sarahgreen7704]

Crying happy tears

[@musicandtravel3115]

I believe that all Captains should get gifts equally not just Captain Alicia, oops I mean Captain Kate.

[@jillbotsford1028]

Awww brought me happy tears 💕💕💕🐾🐾♥️

[@judydale9661]

Awesome. You were so thoughtful to do all that 👍🏻🎉💥👏🏻

[@Donsfamilyvacations]

thank you but it was everyone who helped make it happen :)

[@G6Feda]

Best captain in the world 🌎

[@Donsfamilyvacations]

no argument from me :)

[@jameswade7550]

Totally agree with you Both, plus she always out and about the ship and talking with the cruisers

[@high-pov2670]

Well done, sir.

[@cruiseshipforme4546]

This was awesome!!! Way to go Don! My wife, son and his wife and mother-in-law are on the Beyond November 27th. We are bringing our two Yorkies service dogs. We hope to meet Captain Kate and Bug! What treats should we bring Bug?

[@cruiseshipforme4546]

We found out that Captain Kate is gonna be on vacation when we get there! 🤦‍♂️

[@HongNhungVuLuongNhung]

Hooray, my cruise will be on Sept 5-10 which is the last one with this beautiful captain Kate McCue. Please tell us about this brand new Beyond ship. Tia

[@debbie2663]

🙏🏻❤👍🏻😃

[@mitchmartin5716]

That's awesome. Way to go Team Don!

[@donnawood271]

Good morning Don I just want you to know that I live in Richmond Virginia the little community of Bonaire Chesterfield county. And wanted to let you know I pulled up those snacks and they are not discontinued here. They say they’re available at Trader Joe’s Walmart so I can send you as many as you would like but you can let captain Kate know that she can get them in Virginia Richmond Virginia

[@hiflite2925]

I wonder if Capt Kate will be back for our trip January 8th?! I hope so!

[@evelynmckenzie5269]

There's a saying "Humans and their pes eventually start to look alike".

[@BrianAlt]

Don, will you be on the repo? Bayonne --> Ft. Lauderdale

[@anitapringle4692]

That was so sweet, Don!

[@elaineandstuartcohen9761]

Hi Don, Just watched the video. It was great. We are going to be on the Beyond in January and again in February. Do you know if Captain Kate will be on either one of these cruises?

[@TheJm129]

Don would do anything for his number1 best friend Captain Kate! Don, is she the best captain on the high seas?

[@SharonR1105]

Bummer, we are on the Beyond September 24th.

[@rbowman888]

Don: what's her next cruise assignment and when does that start?

[@lauracomas2928]

Will captain Kate be on the edge for the Panama Canal trip in November?

[@MJGruskin]

No

[@davidmurphy7582]

🤣

[@karenweston2714]

Visibly cringing

[@sylvaindupuis5595]

Hi Don, Seing you with the Captain made me curious. What kind of cabin does a Captain have? I know that crew cabins are more or less like interior cabins, but I guess a Captain would have something better, but not as grand as a suite. Does she have a balcony or a window or is it still interior to leave more balcony space for paying customer?

[@NeedtoSpeak]

Hopefully a cabin were the captain can remain in command during a disaster like what happened on the Costa Concordia. Apparently Captain Francesco Schettino needed to be the first off so he could better direct operations from shore!

[@jameswade7550]

My guess is the captain probably has a very nice cabin. especially on these new and Larger ships

[@bitburgboystevekuhn9337]

1.Turn off the news. 2. Book a cruise 3.Repeat

[@karenweston2714]

Visibly cringing. Nice Cartier bracelets! Step it up Don!

[@AC-lz1zv]

What are they?

[@afoodlover]

I think her and captain tuvo on princess are the 2 most well known popular captains. Bye bye lol

[@MJGruskin]

Capt. Tuvo? Who?

[@afoodlover]

@@MJGruskin he is a very well known Italian captain on princess cruises. He visits with guests all over the ship, very friendly/funny really wants guests to he happy and if he sees anything interesting while sailing he doesn't hesitate to make announcement to notify guests (example whale sightings in Alaska) and has his one unique way of ending his announcements.

[@karenweston2714]

Where are the gifts for the other captains?

[@redmosquitox]

Awesome!