dateacher Posted December 19, 2017 #1 Share Posted December 19, 2017 It amazes me when I read posts about the Captain of a ship. Some people seem to be really "into" who the captain is and know a lot about the different ones. Maybe it's me, but the only thing I care about is his/her safety record. I've been on about 7 cruises and couldn't tell you who the captain was before, during or after. Is this something that most people know/care about? If so, why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bouhunter Posted December 19, 2017 #2 Share Posted December 19, 2017 We've been on appx 20 cruises and I couldn't name one of the captains either. As you say some are interested in that more than others. Sent from my LG-D850 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruise47 Posted December 19, 2017 #3 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Many, many, many years ago we dine with the ship Captain on the MS Century at the Captain Table. I cannot remember his name. All I can remember he was Greek and this website loved him. The key to me is the Captain safety record. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dodger1964 Posted December 19, 2017 #4 Share Posted December 19, 2017 I can only say that it might not always make huge difference BUT based on our experience it really can make a difference in the crew attitude. I had two cruises pretty close together on different ships and it was night and day difference the way the crew behaved...that might not have been totally from the captain's influence, but from talking to crew members I really got the impression that it did make a difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mynki Posted December 19, 2017 #5 Share Posted December 19, 2017 It amazes me when I read posts about the Captain of a ship. Some people seem to be really "into" who the captain is and know a lot about the different ones. Maybe it's me, but the only thing I care about is his/her safety record. I've been on about 7 cruises and couldn't tell you who the captain was before, during or after. Is this something that most people know/care about? If so, why? The same train of thought can easily apply to the cruise director. Currently on day 17 aboard and I don't think I've even seen him or her. :D I guess a good captain can influence the staff, but I concur, it's really, really not important in the grand scheme of things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Cruiser 6143 Posted December 19, 2017 #6 Share Posted December 19, 2017 If the captain does not matter to you, why fret about it? Some captains are more personable and funnier than others. Just like some people are more personable and funnier than others. They all have excellent safety records or they would not be working for Celebrity. For me, it just enhances the cruise experience if the captain is out and about and engaging with the passengers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeRick Posted December 19, 2017 #7 Share Posted December 19, 2017 If the captain does not matter to you, why fret about it? Some captains are more personable and funnier than others. Just like some people are more personable and funnier than others. They all have excellent safety records or they would not be working for Celebrity. For me, it just enhances the cruise experience if the captain is out and about and engaging with the passengers. Linda- good comment. I agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Texed Posted December 19, 2017 #8 Share Posted December 19, 2017 I changed my mind. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nachosdelux Posted December 19, 2017 #9 Share Posted December 19, 2017 I'm much more concerned about the person that shovels coal into the boiler. If he/she can't keep up, it can ruin a cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welland Posted December 19, 2017 #10 Share Posted December 19, 2017 If the captain does not matter to you, why fret about it? Some captains are more personable and funnier than others. Just like some people are more personable and funnier than others. They all have excellent safety records or they would not be working for Celebrity. For me, it just enhances the cruise experience if the captain is out and about and engaging with the passengers. Linda: could not have said it any better. Thanks for letting the CC Community members have a better understanding why some people do ask for this information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alakegirl Posted December 19, 2017 #11 Share Posted December 19, 2017 There. Are some cruise lines where "officer engagement" is not particularly valued but on Celebrity there is a pride taken when officers are out and about interacting with passengers. We often see Captains and other senior staff having coffee from Cafe al Bachio and passengers chat with them. It does speak to the overall ambiance of the cruise. We never see this on Princess, could not tell you the names of any of their Captains, but know and remember many of the Captains on Celebrity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Husky61 Posted December 19, 2017 #12 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Like many others, I don't care who the captain is, nor do I care about having coffee with him.:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warmwinds Posted December 19, 2017 #13 Share Posted December 19, 2017 The only captain I remember clearly was Captain Kate, for obvious reasons. And for negative reasons. I didn't like how she (jokingly) kept putting herself down because she was a woman, talking about how she couldn't remember which purse she had put the keys to the ship in, how she worked VERY HARD to get her position (didn't they all?)...while I knew they were self-deprecating jokes, she did herself a disservice. No man would speak about his career that way. Thankfully she quit it after the first few days, someone must have said something to her? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnocket Posted December 19, 2017 #14 Share Posted December 19, 2017 When seeing a celebrity in a restaurant some people get all excited and rush over to say hello, while others are unfazed. Different strokes for different folks I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PBC29 Posted December 19, 2017 #15 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Mainly don't care but since we sailed with Costa' Captain Francesco Schettino the year prior to his major wreck (concordia) just like to know who they are for a quick search about their character/safety record. Usually find most to be friendly others to be very arrogant (Schettino). The attitude of the Capt can show in the actions of the crew members an I like a happy crew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCLCrazy Posted December 19, 2017 #16 Share Posted December 19, 2017 It amazes me when I read posts about the Captain of a ship. Some people seem to be really "into" who the captain is and know a lot about the different ones. Maybe it's me, but the only thing I care about is his/her safety record. I've been on about 7 cruises and couldn't tell you who the captain was before, during or after. Is this something that most people know/care about? If so, why? I’m with you. I also don’t understand what the draw is to the perk of having dinner with the officers. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DYKWIA Posted December 19, 2017 #17 Share Posted December 19, 2017 I’m with you. I also don’t understand what the draw is to the perk of having dinner with the officers. Sent from my iPhone using Forums One upmanship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Cruiser 6143 Posted December 19, 2017 #18 Share Posted December 19, 2017 I’m with you. I also don’t understand what the draw is to the perk of having dinner with the officers. It can be fun, depending on the captain. Again, if it doesn't interest you, simply decline the invitation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Cruiser 6143 Posted December 19, 2017 #19 Share Posted December 19, 2017 One upmanship Really? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mynki Posted December 19, 2017 #20 Share Posted December 19, 2017 One upmanship Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monctonguy Posted December 19, 2017 #21 Share Posted December 19, 2017 The only captain I remember clearly was Captain Kate, for obvious reasons. And for negative reasons. I didn't like how she (jokingly) kept putting herself down because she was a woman, talking about how she couldn't remember which purse she had put the keys to the ship in, how she worked VERY HARD to get her position (didn't they all?)...while I knew they were self-deprecating jokes, she did herself a disservice. No man would speak about his career that way. Thankfully she quit it after the first few days, someone must have said something to her? Isn't this the female captain that most people rave about and gush over?? As for me....captain doesn't make a difference. Is it nice if they are personal and friendly...sure. But doesn't do anything for me really. Now if you want to talk cruise directors...they make a huge difference in my experiences after taking 10 cruises with Royal...interested to see how it goes with Celebrity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DYKWIA Posted December 19, 2017 #22 Share Posted December 19, 2017 (edited) Really? Yes, not in all cases, but in some certainly. Many people are obsessed with status. In a recent U.K. tV series (set on Princess) people were obsessing over been acknowledged as "the most travelled passenger" On here we've seen people going in about Zenith Pins, starting posts with "I'm an Elite / Zenith - when this has no relevance to the post. Edited December 19, 2017 by DYKWIA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watchdiva Posted December 19, 2017 #23 Share Posted December 19, 2017 We have no interest in knowing who the captain or other officers are. As long as they do their job that is all that matters to us. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhD-iva Posted December 19, 2017 #24 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Love it! Thx! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_dylaness Posted December 20, 2017 #25 Share Posted December 20, 2017 I’m with you. I also don’t understand what the draw is to the perk of having dinner with the officers. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Captains of ships are often interesting, educated, sophisticated, intelligent and accomplished people. Why wouldn't you want to dine with one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Please sign in to comment
You will be able to leave a comment after signing in
Sign In Now