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Princess Cruises Announces The Love Boat Themed Cruise with Iconic Original Cast

Princess Cruises, known for its integral role as the ocean-going co-star in the iconic “The Love Boat” series, has officially unveiled a second themed cruise, reuniting cast members from the original show. Following the tremendous success of the inaugural Love Boat cruise in 2022, fans of the popular show can sail along with Doc, Gopher, Isaac and Vicki Stubing as they cruise roundtrip from New York to Canada & New England aboard Enchanted Princess, August 31-September 7, 2024.

Sail With The Original Cast

Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan (aka Vicki Stubing) will join fellow  Love Boat  cast members including Bernie Kopell (Doc), Fred Grandy (Gopher), and Ted Lange (Isaac). Ezra Freeman, the bartender from the recently aired  The Real Love Boat  on CBS reality dating series, will join the cast, along with other surprise guests to be announced.

Highly anticipated  Love Boat -themed activities, include:

• Sailaway party introducing the cast
• Meet-and-greet photo and signing opportunities
• The Love Boat -inspired guest activities with prizes
• Cocktail demonstration hosted by Ezra Freeman and Ted Lange – practice the finger point!
• Symbolic renewal of vows ceremony, officiated by the cast, with commemorative certificate
• Cast Q&As sharing favorite memories of the show and stories of their careers
• The Love Boat  episodes airing on Movies Under the Stars and in staterooms
• The Love Boat  trivia with the Cruise Director
• The Love Boat  inspired menus and specialty cocktails
• Themed décor, photo backdrops and merchandise

“We had such a blast connecting with fans on our theme cruise in 2022, so bringing it back in 2024 feels like it was meant to be, especially with the addition of some surprise guests,” said Jill Whelan, Celebrations Ambassador for Princess Cruises. “Sailing with our fans brings us so much joy and this cruise will undoubtedly be a special reunion, taking us back to where it all began – on a Princess Cruise.”

Love Boat VIP Package

Super fans may opt for a special  Love Boat VIP Package , featuring an invitation to an exclusive cast cocktail party, reserved seating for the cast Q&A in the Princess Theater, front-of-the-line access for autographs and photos, dinner at the Captain’s Table, plus a themed cruise t-shirt and mug. More details on cost and how to book coming soon.

Canada/New England  Love Boat  theme cruise

The seven-day Canada/New England  Love Boat  theme cruise aboard the 3,660-guest Enchanted Princess sails roundtrip from New York City and visits Newport, Rhode Island; Boston; Rockland, Maine; Saint John, Canada (for Bay of Fundy); and Halifax, Canada.

The Love Boat

The Love Boat  is credited with bringing cruising to the masses and showcasing the romance of the sea, taking Hollywood’s biggest stars to sought-after destinations as story lines always ended on a happy note. In the fall of 2022, Princess was featured again as the setting of  The Real Love Boat  on CBS and Paramount+, reality dating adventure series where three real-life Princess crew members and 12 singles looking for love joined hosts Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O’Connell onboard Regal Princess sailing through the Mediterranean.

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting the company’s website at  www.princess.com .

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Princess cruises announces the love boat themed cruise with iconic original cast.

Princess Canada /New England Voyage, August 31-September 7, 2024

Vicki Stubing as they cruise roundtrip from New York to Canada & New England aboard Enchanted Princess, August 31-September 7, 2024 .

Love Boat on CBS reality dating series, will join the cast, along with other surprise guests to be announced.

Love Boat -themed activities, include:

• Sailaway party introducing the cast
• Meet-and-greet photo and signing opportunities
• Symbolic renewal of vows ceremony, officiated by the cast, with commemorative certificate
• Cast Q&As sharing favorite memories of the show and stories of their careers
• Themed décor, photo backdrops and merchandise

Jill Whelan , Celebrations Ambassador for Princess Cruises . "Sailing with our fans brings us so much joy and this cruise will undoubtedly be a special reunion, taking us back to where it all began – on a Princess Cruise."

Super fans may opt for a special  Love Boat VIP Package , featuring an invitation to an exclusive cast cocktail party, reserved seating for the cast Q&A in the Princess Theater , front-of-the-line access for autographs and photos, dinner at the Captain's Table, plus a themed cruise t-shirt and mug. More details on cost and how to book coming soon.

Love Boat theme cruise aboard the 3,660-guest Enchanted Princess sails roundtrip from New York City and visits Newport, Rhode Island ; Boston ; Rockland, Maine ; Saint John, Canada (for Bay of Fundy); and Halifax, Canada .

Jerry O'Connell onboard Regal Princess sailing through the Mediterranean.

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting the company's website at www.princess.com .

About Princess Cruises Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world - the Caribbean , Alaska , Panama Canal , Mexican Riviera, Europe , South America , Australia / New Zealand , the South Pacific, Hawaii , Asia , Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises . The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK). 

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A new cruise inspired by the iconic 1970s sitcom “ The Love Boat ” will hit water this summer.

This will be the second “Love Boat”-themed cruise from Princess Cruises, the same company featured in the original show, following the success of their inaugural themed cruise in 2022. During the seven-day trip — taking place from Aug. 31 – Sept. 7 2024 — fans of the popular show can sail along with Doc, Gopher, Isaac and Vicki Stubing as they cruise roundtrip from New York to Canada and New England aboard Enchanted Princess.

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“We had such a blast connecting with fans on our theme cruise in 2022, so bringing it back in 2024 feels like it was meant to be, especially with the addition of some surprise guests,” Jill Whelan, Celebrations Ambassador for Princess Cruises, said in a statement. “Sailing with our fans brings us so much joy and this cruise will undoubtedly be a special reunion, taking us back to where it all began – on a Princess Cruise.”

On-board activities include: a sailaway party introducing the cast; meet-and-greet photo and signing opportunities; renewal of vows ceremonies officiated by the cast; and cast q&as about their favorite memories from the show and respective careers. The week-long trip will also feature screenings of the show, alongside show trivia with the cruise director, “Love Boat”-inspired menus and specialty cocktails.

Super fans may opt for a special  Love Boat VIP Package, featuring an invitation to an exclusive cast cocktail party, reserved seating for the cast Q&A in the Princess Theater, front-of-the-line access for autographs and photos, dinner at the Captain’s Table, plus a themed cruise t-shirt and mug.

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Princess Cruises has announced its 2024 dates for a second outing of its Love Boat-themed cruises. Fans of the show and those seeking a little kitsch fun will be able to book a stay aboard alongside original cast members of the iconic late seventies and eighties TV series.

Following the tremendous success of the inaugural Love Boat cruise in 2022, fans of the popular show can sail along with Doc, Gopher, Isaac and Vicki Stubing as they cruise roundtrip from New York to Canada & New England aboard Enchanted Princess , from 31 August to 7 September 2024.

What is ‘The Love Boat’?

The Love Boat (1977-1987) was a comedy-drama that won a People’s Choice Award and multiple nominations for industry accolades. With contemporary TV guru Aaron Spelling at the helm, it ran on US network, ABC. Its sagas, following the amusing, romantic ups and downs of a captain, his passengers and crew aboard a Princess Cruise ship, made it one of the most popular and successful TV shows of its time.

Today’s Princess Cruises first created the idea for the Love Boat themed voyage in 2022. “We had such a blast connecting with fans on our theme cruise in 2022, so bringing it back in 2024 feels like it was meant to be, especially with the addition of some surprise guests,” said Jill Whelan, who played Captain’s daughter, Vicki Stubing, in the show.

TV-induced tourism

The cruise fits with recent trends for TV and film-based travel. Some destinations, such as Northern Ireland (cradle of the Game of Thrones), have experienced tangible boosts to tourist numbers thanks to strong associations with filming locations . 

The Princess Cruises latest roundtrip is due to operate on the 3,660-guest Enchanted Princess and is due to sail from New York to Canada & New England on August 31, until September 7, 2024. Stops include Newport, Rhode Island; Boston; Rockland, Maine; Saint John, Canada (for Bay of Fundy); and Halifax, Canada. 

Highly anticipated  Love Boat -themed activities, include:

• Sailaway party introducing the cast
• Meet-and-greet photo and signing opportunities
• The Love Boat -inspired guest activities with prizes
• Cocktail demonstration hosted by Ezra Freeman and Ted Lange – practice the finger point!
• Symbolic renewal of vows ceremony, officiated by the cast, with commemorative certificate
• Cast Q&As sharing favorite memories of the show and stories of their careers
• The Love Boat  episodes airing on Movies Under the Stars and in staterooms
• The Love Boat  trivia with the Cruise Director
• The Love Boat  inspired menus and specialty cocktails
• Themed décor, photo backdrops and merchandise

Tickets start around $568 per person (double occupancy rate).

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The Love Boat heads back to sea as Princess Cruises hosts a cast reunion aboard the Enchanted Princess. During the weeklong voyage, guests can meet the stars of the late 1970s show and enjoy several themed events.

The cruise line will hold its second Love Boat cruise from August 31 to September 7, 2024. Its special New England itinerary sails from New York in a roundtrip voyage that will visit Halifax and Saint John, Canada; Eastport, Maine; and Boston.

Its VIP guests include Bernie Kopell, or “Doc;” Fred Grandy, who took on the role of “Gopher;” Ted Lange, the star behind Isaac Washington; and Jill Whelan, the actress who played Vicki Stubing. Ezra Freeman, the charismatic bartender from the 2022 reality show spin-off The Real Love Boat, will also be onboard.

Whelan explained how the first Love Boat cruise led them to organize another sailing.

The Love Boat VIP Package is available for $450. It includes these perks:

• Cocktail party with the cast
• Reserved premier seating in the Princess Theater as cast members reminisce about the show
• Priority queueing for The Love Boat cast meet-and-greet
• Dinner party with The Love Boat actors
• Free Love Boat-themed mug and t-shirt
• Photo signed by the cast

Enchanted Princess also offers activities for all passengers. These include meet-and-greet photo ops, cocktail demonstrations with Freeman and Lange, the airing of The Love Boat episodes, specialty cocktails, and more.

Demand over the last Love Boat cast sailing encouraged the company to create a follow-up cruise for die-hard fans.

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You Can Have Dinner With the Cast of The Love Boat on a Princess Cruise

In a few months, Princess Cruises is hosting “The Love Boat” Celebration at Sea cruise where you can cruise with the cast of the hit TV show.

This Love Boat cruise will give you the opportunity to sail with cast members Jill Whelan (aka Vicki), Bernie Kopell (Doc), Fred Grandy (Gopher) and Ted Lange (Isaac).  The cruise will take place on Enchanted Princess and will depart from New York City on August 31, 2024 for a seven night cruise to Canada and New England.

Princess Cruises has added a new Love Boat VIP Package that will allow for exclusive access to the cast in addition to other perks.  

The extra perks with the VIP package are:

• Exclusive cocktail party
• Dinner with the cast
• Front of the line access for the Meet & Greet
• Reserved seating in the theater for Q&A sessions
• Love Boat t-shirt and mug
• Signed cast photo

This Love Boat VIP package costs $450 per person and can be added on to the cruise by calling 1-800-Princess or through your preferred travel agent.

For guests who book the cruise without the VIP Package, they will still be able to enjoy a wide range of Love Boat themed activities on the cruise.  They include:

• Sailaway party with the cast
• Meet and Greet photo opportunities
• Symbolic renewal of vows ceremony, officiated by the Jill Whelan and the ship’s Captain
• “The Love Boat” episodes airing on Movies Under the Stars and in staterooms
• Show trivia with the Cruise Director, Jill Whelan and Ezra Freeman
• Specialty cocktails
• Love Boat décor, photo backdrops and merchandise
• Cocktail demonstration hosted by Ted Lange and Ezra Freeman

Jill Whelan, Celebrations Ambassador for Princess Cruises, gave the following statement about the new VIP Package:

“After the tremendous outpouring of love on the first themed cruise, we knew we had to create an exclusive experience for our super fans on the upcoming voyage. My castmates and I are highly anticipating the upcoming cruise, where we’ll be able to spend more time with these passionate cruisers and fans and we can’t wait to hear how the show impacted their lives.”

Port stops on the cruise are: Boston; Eastport, Maine; Saint John, Canada (for Bay of Fundy); and Halifax, Canada.

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You’re in luck if you’re a fan of the iconic “The Love Boat” series. Princess Cruises is bringing back some of the show’s most beloved cast members for an all-new adventure, and the ship is stopping in Newport, Rhode Island, this September.

The company announced the second season of The Love Boat-themed cruise on Friday, Aug. 31. The cruise will sail from New York to Canada and New England aboard the 3,660-guest Enchanted Princess.

The seven-day cruise will stop in Newport, Rhode Island; Boston; Rockland, Maine; Saint John, Canada (for Bay of Fundy); and Halifax, Canada.

“We had such a blast connecting with fans on our theme cruise in 2022, so bringing it back in 2024 feels like it was meant to be, especially with the addition of some surprise guests,” said Jill Whelan, Celebrations Ambassador for Princess Cruises. “Sailing with our fans brings us so much joy and this cruise will undoubtedly be a special reunion, taking us back to where it all began – on a Princess Cruise.”

Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan (aka Vicki Stubing) will join fellow  Love Boat  cast members including Bernie Kopell (Doc), Fred Grandy (Gopher), and Ted Lange (Isaac). Ezra Freeman, the bartender from the recently aired  The Real Love Boat  on CBS reality dating series, will join the cast, along with other surprise guests to be announced.

Fans will also enjoy a meet-and-greet with the cast, have a symbolic renewal of vows ceremony and participate in a cocktail demonstration hosted by Ezra Freeman and Ted Lange. Additional activities include a special Q&A with the cast, a tribute to the late loveboat character Doc, and a memorabilia package for guests.

The Love Boat  is credited with bringing cruising to the masses and showcasing the romance of the sea, taking Hollywood’s biggest stars to sought-after destinations as storylines always ended on a happy note. In the fall of 2022, Princess was featured again as the setting of The Real Love Boat on CBS and Paramount+, a reality dating adventure series where three real-life Princess crew members and 12 singles looking for love joined hosts Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O’Connell onboard Regal Princess sailing through the Mediterranean.

Princess Cruises and “The Love Boat” Connection

Princess Cruises’ provides the following background on the connection between their cruise line and “The Love Boat”.

It all began in the mid-70s when television producer Douglas S. Cramer, who had created the popular television series “Love American Style,” decided to shift his popular comedy vignette series from its studio setting to the decks and vacation venues of a (then) modern cruise ship. The resulting television show, “The Love Boat” has been widely credited with introducing millions of viewers to the concept of contemporary cruise vacations and leading to dramatic expansion of the industry and its global success.

Originally, in searching out a location for the movie pilot of what was to become his Love Boat television series, Cramer found the ideal setting with a cruise line that just happened to operate from its world headquarters in Los Angeles known globally today as Princess Cruises.

After the 1977 pilot show, which was shot aboard the line’s original Sun Princess in Mexico, Cramer teamed up with top television producer Aaron Spelling and the rest is history. “The Love Boat” went on to realize phenomenal success, continuing for 10 seasons until 1987 as one of the highest-rated prime-time television shows in the country. Princess Cruises soon became a household name as the primary setting and ocean-going co-star of the popular series and continues to be known as the “Love Boat” cruise line to this day. With ships Pacific Princess and Island Princess the original floating stars of the show, “The Love Boat” was filmed aboard many Princess ships in exotic destinations around the globe. The show, often the catalyst for introducing American viewers to destinations like Sydney, Australia and Opera House, the Great Wall of China, the Acropolis in Athens Greece. Occasional Love Boat television specials have been filmed since the show stopped production.

Actor Gavin MacLeod  (Captain Merrill Stubing)  remained an enthusiastic fan of cruising while serving as the spokesperson for Princess Cruises for more than 35 years (1986-2021), making him the longest-serving celebrity spokesperson in brand partnership history. Actress Jill Whelan  (Vicki Stubing)  continues to serve as Celebrations Ambassador and spokesperson for the cruise line.

In 1997, ten years after the show ended its original run, all six original Love Boat cast members — Gavin MacLeod  (Captain Stubing) , Fred Grandy  (Yeoman Purser, Burl ‘Gopher’ Smith) , Ted Lange (Isaac ‘The Bartender’ Washington), Bernie Kopell (Adam ‘Doc’ Bricker), Lauren Tewes  (Julie McCoy, Your Cruise Director)  and Jill Whelan  (Vicki Stubing, The Captain’s Daughter)  — reunited for the first time in more than a decade for the official naming ceremony and christening of Dawn Princess in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

In 1998 “The Love Boat” popularity was revived with a new version of the show introduced by Spelling Television. “Love Boat: The Next Wave,” which ran for two seasons on the UPN network, was also set aboard a Princess ship, the line’s new Sun Princess. A new cast of characters served as the Sun Princess officers and crew — including Robert Urich as Captain Jim Kennedy — and following the original show’s format, a series of guest stars joined the cast each week as cruise vacation guests.

The original cast also came together again in 2014, to kick off the 50th anniversary of Princess Cruises by officially naming and christening the new Regal Princess cruise ship in a star-studded event also featuring 25 guest stars from the show, including Charo, Florence Henderson, Marion Ross, Doris Roberts, Diane Ladd, Loni Anderson and Jamie Farr, to name a few. The cast continued to celebrate the golden anniversary of Princess and cruised down Colorado Blvd in Pasadena, California on the bow of a modern Princess cruise ship float in the iconic Rose Parade on New Year’s Day in 2015.

In May 2018, the six cast members of “The Love Boat” and Princess Cruises received an honorary star plaque on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in recognition of their contributions to the history of television and support of the preservation of the Walk of Fame.

The original “Love Boat” series is currently in worldwide syndication, having been translated into more than 29 different languages, and is viewed by millions of fans in more than 93 countries.

This article was reported with the assistance of generative artificial intelligence (AI).

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If you’re ready to hit the open waters but aren’t sure which cruise lines are vegan-friendly and which aren’t, read on. Pack your swimsuit , grab your sunnies, and get your passport ready. Because we’re cueing up a list of the best vegan-friendly cruises to book today!

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M-I-C-K-E-Y. You know where we’re headed with this! Disney Cruise Line pulls out all the great plant-based eats when it’s time to hit the water. Fleetwide, start your day with plant-based scrambled eggs, breakfast patties, hash browns, and more. Head to Worlds of Marvel for Shiitake and Tofu Udon, to Arendelle for Red and Yellow Beetroot Carpaccio, and to Triton’s for Pumpkin Curry. Feeling like a quick-serve meal instead? Choose from Impossible burgers, Italian sausage, plant-based pizza , and beyond. Oh, and did we mention the Plant-Based Chicken Teriyaki with brown rice, broccoli, water chestnuts, and sesame?

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Princess Cruises

Sometimes you’re exploring tasty dishes off the ship. But sometimes you’re checking out the buffet of offerings on that big boat. And you are wondering if there’s anything you can even eat. No worries, VegOut fam! Princess Cruises has got you covered whether you’re looking for soups, starters, or mains. Can you say Baja-Style Cauliflower Tacos? From Green Goddess Salad with Tofu to Penne with Red Pepper Pesto, you are sure to find something you’ll love on this vegan-friendly cruise line. For entrees, check out their Stir-Fried Portobellos with Soy-Maple Sauce, Plant-Based Shepherd’s Pie, and Walkaway Ratatouille.

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Eat well while cruising with Carnival! This cruise line implemented new vegan dining room menus fleetwide in 2023. For apps, try the plant-based Hawaiian Salmon Poke with edamame, mango, and cucumber. Or go for the Stuffed Mushrooms or Spaghetti Carbonara. We’re looking at the Eggplant Cutlet a la Parmigiana for mains with the Dutch Double Chocolate Pave as an end-of-meal treat. Build-your-own tacos at Blue Iguana. Or create your own pasta at The Captain’s Pasta Bar. And be sure to check out vegan sushi rolls, Grilled Tofu, and vegan-friendly fried rice at Bonsai Teppanyaki. Chefs at this spot cook the vegan meals first!

Celebrity Cruises

With Celebrity Cruises, you will enjoy plant-based tasting menus at both Eden (Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Ascent) and Le Voyage (Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Ascent). Eden’s vegan-friendly cruise offerings are inspired by global cuisine and include eight courses of tasty dishes such as a Beet-Tomato Ceviche, Roasted and Glazed Celeriac Steak, and more. At Le Voyage, dine on a five-course menu that includes Green Thai Curry, Risotto aux Morilles, and Truffled Potato Mille-Feuille. The plant-based tasting menus pair nicely with one of the more than 500 award-winning wine selections found on board.

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Tammie has been with VegOut since its inception. Managing Editor and Maggie’s mom, she’s a former psychology professor who packed up her life and moved across the country from Michigan to California to follow a dream. Indie author, Mother Teresa-wannabe, and vegan for 18 years, she’s a big dreamer with a master’s degree in Developmental Psychology and an educational focus on well-being and thriving. When she’s not working through hyphens and commas, you’ll find her strategizing how to right the inequities of the world.

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Princess Cruises and “The Love Boat” Connection

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It all began in the mid-70s when television producer Douglas S. Cramer, who had created the popular television series “Love American Style,” decided to shift his popular comedy vignette series from its studio setting to the decks and vacation venues of a (then) modern cruise ship. The resulting television show, “The Love Boat” has been widely credited with introducing millions of viewers to the concept of contemporary cruise vacations and leading to dramatic expansion of the industry and its global success.

Originally, in searching out a location for the movie pilot of what was to become his Love Boat television series, Cramer found the ideal setting with a cruise line that just happened to operate from its world headquarters in Los Angeles known globally today as Princess Cruises.

After the 1977 pilot show, which was shot aboard the line's original Sun Princess in Mexico, Cramer teamed up with top television producer Aaron Spelling and the rest is history. “The Love Boat” went on to realize phenomenal success, continuing for 10 seasons until 1987 as one of the highest-rated prime-time television shows in the country. Princess Cruises soon became a household name as the primary setting and ocean-going co-star of the popular series and continues to be known as the "Love Boat" cruise line to this day. With ships Pacific Princess and Island Princess the original floating stars of the show, “The Love Boat” was filmed aboard many Princess ships in exotic destinations around the globe. The show, often the catalyst for introducing American viewers to destinations like Sydney, Australia and Opera House, the Great Wall of China, the Acropolis in Athens Greece. Occasional Love Boat television specials have been filmed since the show stopped production.

Actor Gavin MacLeod (Captain Merrill Stubing) remained an enthusiastic fan of cruising while serving as the spokesperson for Princess Cruises for more than 35 years (1986-2021), making him the longest-serving celebrity spokesperson in brand partnership history. Actress Jill Whelan (Vicki Stubing) continues to serve as Celebrations Ambassador and spokesperson for the cruise line.

In 1997, ten years after the show ended its original run, all six original Love Boat cast members -- Gavin MacLeod (Captain Stubing) , Fred Grandy (Yeoman Purser, Burl ‘Gopher’ Smith) , Ted Lange (Isaac ‘The Bartender’ Washington), Bernie Kopell (Adam ‘Doc’ Bricker), Lauren Tewes (Julie McCoy, Your Cruise Director) and Jill Whelan (Vicki Stubing, The Captain’s Daughter) -- reunited for the first time in more than a decade for the official naming ceremony and christening of Dawn Princess in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

In 1998 “The Love Boat” popularity was revived with a new version of the show introduced by Spelling Television. “Love Boat: The Next Wave,” which ran for two seasons on the UPN network, was also set aboard a Princess ship, the line's new Sun Princess. A new cast of characters served as the Sun Princess officers and crew -- including Robert Urich as Captain Jim Kennedy -- and following the original show's format, a series of guest stars joined the cast each week as cruise vacation guests.

The original cast also came together again in 2014, to kick off the 50th anniversary of Princess Cruises by officially naming and christening the new Regal Princess cruise ship in a star-studded event also featuring 25 guest stars from the show, including Charo, Florence Henderson, Marion Ross, Doris Roberts, Diane Ladd, Loni Anderson and Jamie Farr, to name a few. The cast continued to celebrate the golden anniversary of Princess and cruised down Colorado Blvd in Pasadena, California on the bow of a modern Princess cruise ship float in the iconic Rose Parade on New Year’s Day in 2015.

In May 2018, the six cast members of “The Love Boat” and Princess Cruises received an honorary star plaque on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in recognition of their contributions to the history of television and support of the preservation of the Walk of Fame.

The original “Love Boat” series is currently in worldwide syndication, having been translated into more than 29 different languages, and is viewed by millions of fans in more than 93 countries.

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