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Princess Cruises Announces VIP Package for ‘The Love Boat’ Cruise

  • June 23, 2024

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Princess Cruises announced an exclusive VIP package for its second Love Boat-themed cruise featuring the show’s characters – Doc, Gopher, Isaac, and Vicki Stubing.

Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan (aka Vicki) will join Love Boat cast members including Bernie Kopell (Doc), Fred Grandy (Gopher) and Ted Lange (Isaac) for the second themed cruise, sailing aboard the Enchanted Princess to Canada/New England, August 31-Sept. 7, 2024, according to a press release. 

Ezra Freeman, the bartender from “The Real Love Boat” reality dating series on CBS and Paramount+, will also join the lineup.

“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,” said Whelan. “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.”

The new Love Boat VIP Package with exclusive access to the cast includes:

  • Exclusive Cast Cocktail Party – practice the Isaac finger-point
  • Reserved seating at the Q&A in the Princess Theater – hear the cast members share their favorite show-related stories, with premier seating
  • Front-of-line access for the Cast Meet & Greet – plenty of chances for personal photos and autographs
  • Dinner with the cast
  • Love Boat T-shirt and mug
  • Signed cast photo

The seven-day Love Boat itinerary sails roundtrip from New York City and visits Boston; Eastport, Maine; Saint John, Canada (for Bay of Fundy); and Halifax, Canada. 

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Princess Cruises announces The Love Boat cruise with original cast

Fans of can set sail with Princess Cruises on a star-studded Love Boat cruise with the iconic show’s original cast members.

The Love Boat Cruise on Enchanted Princess

“The Love Boat” aired from 1977 to 1986 with a guest cast that included some of the biggest names in Hollywood, but the show’s biggest star was the ship herself, the Pacific Princess , which presented a new glamorous, love-filled cruise week after week. In 2022, Princess was featured on “The Real Love Boat,” a reality dating series where three real-life Princess crew members and 12 singles cruised the Mediterranean onboard Regal Princess.

On Aug. 31, 2024, fans of the original show can board the Enchanted Princess with original cast members Bernie Kopell (Doctor Adam “Doc” Bricker), Fred Grandy (Purser Burl “Gopher” Smith),  Jill Whelen (Captain’s daughter, Vicki Stubing), and Ted Lange (Bartender Isaac Washington) for a round trip cruise from New York to Canada & New England.

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Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador Whelan will join her fellow Love Boat cast members for the cruise line’s second “The Love Boat-“ themed sailing, along with Ezra Freeman, the bartender from The Real Love Boat, and other surprise guests to be announced.

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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,” Whelan said. “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.”

The Love Boat Cruise includes:

The Love Boat Cast

  • Sailaway party introducing the cast
  • Meet-and-greet photo and signing opportunities
  • Love Boat-inspired guest activities with prizes
  • Cocktail demonstration hosted by Ezra Freeman and Ted Lange
  • Symbolic renewal of vows ceremony, officiated by the cast, with a commemorative certificate
  • Cast Q&A in the Princess Theater, where they’ll share favorite memories and stories
  • Episodes of “The Love Boat” airing on Movies Under the Stars and in stateroom
  • Love Boat trivia with the Cruise Director
  • Love Boat-inspired menus and specialty cocktails
  • Themed décor, photo backdrops, and merchandise

A special VIP Package includes an invitation to an exclusive cast cocktail party, reserved seating for the cast Q&A, front-of-the-line access for autographs and photos, dinner at the Captain’s Table, and a themed cruise t-shirt and mug. More details on cost and how to book are coming soon.

The Love Boat Cruise Itinerary

The seven-day Canada/New England cruise from Aug. 31 to Sept. 7, 2024, sails roundtrip from New York City aboard the 3,660-guest Enchanted Princess and visits Newport, Rhode Island; Boston, Mass.; Rockland, Maine; Saint John, Canada (for Bay of Fundy); and Halifax, Canada.

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Princess cruises announces "the love boat" themed cruise hosted by celebrations ambassador jill whelan with appearances by the cast and special tribute to actor gavin macleod.

Gavin MacLeod . This seven-day cruise sails roundtrip from the Port of Los Angeles ( San Pedro ) to the Mexican Riviera, February 26-March 5, 2022 .

Princess Cruises Announces “The Love Boat” Themed Cruise Hosted by Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan With Appearances by the Cast and Special Tribute to Actor Gavin MacLeod

Gavin MacLeod , who served as brand ambassador for Princess Cruises for more than 35 years until his passing in May 2021 , at the age of 90.

The voyage will be underway on MacLeod's birthday – February 28 – and sails on the cruise line's signature Mexican Riviera itinerary that was prominently featured during the TV show's 10-year-run from 1977-1986, where Princess cruise ships served as the ocean-going co-star of the series. Guests will enjoy port visits to Puerto Vallarta , Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas .  

Jill Whelan , Celebrations Ambassador for Princess Cruises . "While we always love to connect with fans this cruise will be extra special because we will also celebrate the life and career of Gavin, our fearless leader, who not only played my dad on TV but was also a true father figure to me beyond the show."

Love Boat " themed cruise activities include:

  • Festive sailaway party including the popular 1970s-inspired Love Boat Disco Deck Party returns exclusively for a "command performance" during this themed cruise.
  • Renewal of vows ceremony, hosted by Whelan and the cast on the top-deck
  • Q&A with the cast, sharing favorite memories of the show and MacLeod
  • Birthday celebration honoring MacLeod
  • "Love Boat" episodes airing on Movies Under the Stars and in staterooms
  • Love Boat trivia with the Cruise Director
  • Cast photo opportunities
  • "Love Boat" themed menus and specialty cocktails
  • Themed décor, photo backdrops and merchandise

Princess has been connected to "The Love Boat" beyond the setting of the show, reuniting the original cast members for two ship christenings – Dawn Princess (1997) and Regal Princess (2014), appearing on the cruise line's Rose Parade float and sailing on a throwback cruise in 2015 all celebrating the lines 50 th anniversary. In May 2018 , the six original 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. For more on the connection between Princess and "The Love Boat" click here .

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Cruise fares start at $499 /person and can be booked by through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company's website at  http://www.princess.com/ .

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How the real-life 'Love Boat' is keeping love alive

When you stream reruns of the classic 1970s series “The Love Boat,” have you noticed that each celebrity-filled sailing is set on a Princess Cruises ship? Telltale signs include talk of the “Princess” ship the guests are on and that distinct “seawitch” logo in the background. This logo has been going strong since 1968 when it was designed by Harry Carlisle, and once you’re aware of it, it’s hard to miss how often it pops up in many episodes.

How it all began

From the start of the show, Princess Cruises was the setting for “The Love Boat.” Television producer Douglas S. Cramer had success with his television series “Love, American Style," so in the mid-1970s, he had the idea to do another love-focused vignette series, but he wanted to set his new show on a modern cruise ship. It would be based on the Jeraldine Saunders book called "The Love Boats" that she wrote with her observations as a hostess and cruise ship director in mind, according to The New York Times .

While Cramer was looking for a ship for the movie pilot that would ultimately become “The Love Boat” television series, he chose Princess Cruises and teamed up with producer Aaron Spelling – and the rest is pop culture history.

The cruising industry was never the same

Inviting viewers to "come aboard," “The Love Boat” was introduced to audiences as a made-for-TV movie on September 17, 1976. The beloved theme song featured music by Charles Fox and lyrics by Paul Williams, the songwriter who penned hits for artists like The Carpenters and Barbra Streisand. Jack Jones recorded the theme song that played throughout the series until the final season, when Dionne Warwick’s rendition can be heard over the opening credits.

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Ships Pacific Princess and Island Princess were among the ships featured on “The Love Boat,” and the fun stories showed guests enjoying relaxing days at sea, then exploring alluring destinations around the world. The show became must-see television and attracted huge celebrities as guest stars for each episode.

During its decade-long run on ABC, it introduced millions of people to the idea of fun-filled, romantic cruise vacations, and it singlehandedly helped to expand the cruise industry. CNN reported that a major surge in cruising popularity was because of show’s influence, revealing that an estimated 500,000 people went on a cruise in 1970, but by 1997, a whopping five million people were cruising each year.

An ongoing legacy of love

“Love is in the Princess DNA as the original Love Boat. The legendary Love Boat series brought cruising mainstream, showcasing the romance of the sea and the elegant experience of the iconic Princess brand. We are leaning into the brand’s DNA superpower across all our marketing and communications, legendary onboard service delivery, world-class food and Broadway inspired entertainment that our guests absolutely love,” Princess Cruises' President John Padgett told 10Best.

This legacy is seen and felt by cruisers in big and small ways. For one thing, several original cast members have continued to work with Princess Cruises. Gavin MacLeod, who portrayed Captain Merrill Stubing, was a spokesperson for Princess Cruises for more than 35 years until he passed away in 2021.

Actress Jill Whelan, who played Captain Stubing's daughter Vicki, continues to work with Princess Cruises as a spokesperson and Celebrations Ambassador. Several cast reunions happened over the years to celebrate Princess Cruises ships and sailings. All six original cast members of the show gathered in 1997 for the official naming ceremony and christening of Dawn Princess.

In 1998, “The Love Boat” popularity was revived with a short-lived remake that ran for two seasons on the UPN network. That reimagined version of the show was set aboard the Sun Princess, and Robert Urich starred as a new captain.

Then, in 2022, Princess Cruises introduced a new spin on looking for love at sea with the reality show aptly called “The Real Love Boat.” Hosted by real-life couple Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O’Connell, this CBS show followed real-life couples aboard a luxury Princess Cruises ship as they searched for love. O’Connell stated that he and Romijn were fans of the original show.

The celebration continues

In October 2022, cast members from both the original show and the new reality series came together for a special “The Love Boat” themed cruise. The seven-day Mexican Riviera cruise on the Discovery Princess included a tribute to Gavin MacLeod. Cruisers got to meet the cast who shared their favorite memories from working on the show, and they participated in a vow renewal ceremony for guests on board.

“The Love Boat” continues to find new fans. When you’re on a Princess Cruises ship, you can stream select episodes from your stateroom that still have introductions by Gavin MacLeod. When you get back home, it can be viewed on streaming services like Paramount Plus.

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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.

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The Love Boat Themed 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.

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.”

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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.

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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.

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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 , 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.

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The Love Boat themed 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” 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.”

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.

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 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 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.

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  • June 25, 2024

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.

Four individuals' headshots, reminiscent of the cast from the original Love Boat, are arranged beside an image of a large cruise ship sailing on the water.

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.

A Love Boat themed cruise ship sailing in the ocean.

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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Princess Cruises Announces “The Love Boat” Themed Cruise Hosted by Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan With Appearances by the Cast and Special Tribute to Actor Gavin MacLeod

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“Love … exciting and new…come aboard … we’re expecting you.” A special themed “Love Boat” cruise is setting a course for adventure onboard Majestic Princess with the original ensemble cast, who will celebrate their friend and everyone’s favorite cruise ship Captain Stubing with a tribute to Actor Gavin MacLeod. This seven-day cruise sails roundtrip from the Port of Los Angeles (San Pedro) to the Mexican Riviera, February 26-March 5, 2022

Hosted by Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan (Vicki Stubing), who will be joined by fellow “Love Boat” cast members Cynthia Lauren Tewes (Julie McCoy), Bernie Kopell (Doc), Fred Grandy (Gopher) and Ted Lange (Isaac). Together, they will share their favorite memories from the show, participate in various guest activities and celebrate the late Gavin MacLeod, who served as brand ambassador for Princess Cruises for more than 35 years until his passing in May 2021, at the age of 90.

The voyage will be underway on MacLeod’s birthday – February 28 – and sails on the cruise line’s signature Mexican Riviera itinerary that was prominently featured during the TV show’s 10-year-run from 1977-1986, where Princess cruise ships served as the ocean-going co-star of the series. Guests will enjoy port visits to Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas.

“Reuniting with the cast for this very special themed ‘Love Boat’ cruise and celebrating the show’s lasting impact with guests is sure to be nostalgic, fun and incredibly memorable,” said Jill Whelan, Celebrations Ambassador for Princess Cruises. “While we always love to connect with fans this cruise will be extra special because we will also celebrate the life and career of Gavin, our fearless leader, who not only played my dad on TV but was also a true father figure to me beyond the show.”

“Love Boat” themed cruise activities include:

  • Sailaway party
  • Festive 1970s-inspired ‘Love Boat’ Disco Deck Party returns exclusively for a “command performance” during this themed cruise.
  • Renewal of vows ceremony, hosted by Whelan and the cast on the top-deck
  • Q&A with the cast, sharing favorite memories of the show and MacLeod
  • Birthday celebration honoring MacLeod
  • “Love Boat” episodes airing on Movies Under the Stars and in staterooms
  • Love Boat trivia with the Cruise Director
  • Cast photo opportunities
  • “Love Boat” themed menus and specialty cocktails
  • Themed décor, photo backdrops and merchandise

Princess has been connected to “The Love Boat” beyond the setting of the show, reuniting the original cast members for two ship christenings – Dawn Princess (1997) and Regal Princess (2014), appearing on the cruise line’s Rose Parade float and sailing on a throwback cruise in 2015 all celebrating the lines 50 th anniversary. In May 2018, the six original 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. For more on the connection between Princess and “The Love Boat” click here .

Princess exclusively offers MedallionClass vacations, delivering the ultimate in effortless, personalized cruising. It begins with Medallion™, a quarter-sized, wearable device that enables everything from touch-free boarding to locating loved ones anywhere on the ship, as well as enhanced service like having whatever guests need, delivered directly to them, wherever they are on the ship. In addition, guests can share their favorite cruise moments using MedallionNet, the best WiFi at sea, and also stay connected with friends and family back home, work remotely anywhere on the ship, quickly post content and stream favorite movies and shows.

Cruise fares start at $499/person and can be booked by through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-PRINCESS (1-800-774-6237), or by visiting the company's website at http://www.princess.com/ .

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Princess Cruises Launches VIP Package for ‘The Love Boat’ Cruise With Cast

Princess Cruises has revealed an exclusive VIP package for its upcoming "The Love Boat" themed cruise , scheduled to embark from August 31 to September 7, 2024.

This special offering provides super fans an unparalleled opportunity to interact with the actors who played beloved characters on the iconic TV show—including Doc, Gopher, Isaac, and Vicki Stubing—aboard the Enchanted Princess on a sailing to New England and Canada.

Jill Whelan, known for her role as Vicki Stubing and now the Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador, will join fellow cast members Bernie Kopell (Doc), Fred Grandy (Gopher), and Ted Lange (Isaac) for this second, highly anticipated themed cruise. Ezra Freeman, the bartender from the recent "The Real Love Boat" reality dating series, will also be part of the voyage.

The newly introduced Love Boat VIP Package offers fans exclusive access and unique experiences with the cast, including:

  • Exclusive Cast Cocktail Party – A chance to perfect the iconic Isaac finger point while mingling with the stars.
  • Reserved Seating at the Q&A Session – Premium seating in the Princess Theater, where you’ll listen to captivating stories and reminiscences from the cast.
  • Front-of-Line Access for Cast Meet & Greet – Priority for personal photos and autographs with the show’s original cast members.
  • Dinner with the Cast – Destined to be a truly unforgettable dinner party experience.
  • Nostalgic Merchandise – Love Boat T-shirt and mug with the original show logo.
  • Signed Cast Photo – A keepsake to commemorate the incredible experience.

The seven-day cruise departs roundtrip from New York City aboard the Enchanted Princess, making stops in Boston, Massachusetts; Eastport, Maine; Saint John, New Brunswick (for the Bay of Fundy); and Halifax, Nova Scotia. Subject to limited availability, the Love Boat VIP Package is priced at $450 per person and can be reserved by coordinating with your travel advisor or calling the cruise line directly at 1-800-Princess. 

Whelan expressed her excitement about the upcoming voyage, saying, "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."

In addition to the VIP package, the cruise will feature numerous Love Boat-themed activities for all guests, including:

  • Sailaway Party – An introduction of the cast to kick off the cruise.
  • Photo Opportunities – Meet-and-greet sessions for memorable snapshots.
  • Cocktail Demonstration – Hosted by Ted Lange and Ezra Freeman.
  • Renewal of Vows – Symbolic ceremony officiated by Jill Whelan and the ship's Captain.
  • “The Love Boat” Episodes – Screenings during Movies Under the Stars and in staterooms.
  • Trivia Sessions – Hosted by the Cruise Director, Jill Whelan and Ezra Freeman.
  • Specialty Cocktails and Décor – Love Boat-themed beverages, photo backdrops and merchandise.

While “The Love Boat” was on the air in the 1970s and 80s, Princess Cruises was the oceangoing co-star of the series, which is credited with introducing the general public to the charm and romance of leisure cruising. For a decade, it carried some of Hollywood's biggest stars to sought-after destinations while onboard storylines played out that always had a happy ending. 

Princess Cruises still embraces this identity today, providing its guests with well-appointed staterooms, world-class dining, grand performances, luxurious spas, award-winning casinos and a host of other activities. With the award-winning Princess MedallionClass experience, passengers are guaranteed exceptional service and personalized attention on each and every voyage.

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What was the itinerary for “The Love Boat”?

By bladerunner6 , January 22 in Princess Cruises

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I did a couple of minutes of searching the web but couldn’t find it.

Does anyone know if there is a definitive answer on this?

I seem to remember Cabo and PV but did they ever mention any others?

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25 minutes ago, EDDY0827 said: The Love Boat (TV Series 1977–1987) - Filming & production - IMDb imdb.com https://www.imdb.com › title › locations       Search for: What destinations did The Love Boat go to?   What ports did The Love Boat sail to?     Based in the port of Los Angeles, the ship's regular ports of call were Puerto Vallarta, Acapulco and Mazatlán .

I should have dug deeper in the Wikipedia. Thanks.

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I was on it in 1983 from San Pedro to Acapulco.  We also did a stop at Manzanillo for part of the day. 

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I’m guessing they always stopped by Hollywood to pick up all those movie and tv stars…. 😉 . 

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42 minutes ago, Hulagirl said: I was on it in 1983 from San Pedro to Acapulco.  We also did a stop at Manzanillo for part of the day. 

First hand experience with Captain Stubing and the gang, impressive!

Just now, bladerunner6 said: First hand experience with Captain Stubing and the gang, impressive!

LOL!!  Almost it seemed like.  Felt like the ship was so large then.  Loved that cruise and it got me hooked. 

They also went to China and Greece. I seem to remember a Hawaii trip but cannot find confirmation anywhere.

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When they filmed episode onboard it was on actual planned sailings. Princess cruises back in the 1970's & 80's operated the Pacific Princess on one-way 7-night sailings from Los Angeles to Acapulco with stops in Cabo, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo. You would fly back to Los Angeles. You could also fly to Acapulco and cruise back to Los Angeles with the same stops or book it as a roundtrip sailing from Los Angeles for 14 days.  I remember this as I had a Princess brochure back from those days. Mexico cruises operated in the winter/spring with summers in Alaska. In the 1990's I did this cruise on the newer Crown Princess; however, we stopped in Ixpata/Zihuatanejo instead of Manzanillo. Princess chartered a United Airlines 747 and flew us from Acapulco to Los Angeles as part of our cruise package. We got is sit in the upper stairs bubble of the 747. Great memories.  

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Years ago, my then husband and I cruised from Vancouver to L A on the Island Princess, sister ship to the Pacific Princess.  What I remember most about that cruise is that, as the ship left the dock in Vancouver, the Love Boat theme song played…over and over…and over… 😁

In 2018, we did a wonderful British Island and France cruise on the Royal Princess. While preparing for our departure in Le Havre, we had a “honk off” with an Aida cruise ship. I forget how their horn went but the Royal belted out the Love Boat theme for all to hear more than one time. Our 15 year old son declared the Royal Princess champion. While spending the occasional sea day on that itinerary we introduced the show “The Love Boat” to junior on our stateroom television. He didn’t have a clue who any of the walk on celebrities were but he did like a few of the starlets…

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9 minutes ago, PapaGoose said: In 2018, we did a wonderful British Island and France cruise on the Royal Princess. While preparing for our departure in Le Havre, we had a “honk off” with an Aida cruise ship. I forget how their horn went but the Royal belted out the Love Boat theme for all to hear more than one time. Our 15 year old son declared the Royal Princess champion. While spending the occasional sea day on that itinerary we introduced the show “The Love Boat” to junior on our stateroom television. He didn’t have a clue who any of the walk on celebrities were but he did like a few of the starlets…

FYI - all the Royal class ships honk the Love Boat theme (although I don't know about the Majestic as it was first built for the Chinese market)

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In ‘77/‘78 they had “Party Cruises…A Weekend At Sea”…2-3 days Pacific & Sun Princess roundtrip LA to Ensenada. The cheapest rate was $188 (2-days) and based on the info I’ve found ($1 in 1977 is equal to $5 in 2024) that would be $944 in 2024…no wonder I couldn’t afford to cruise back then. In 1992 sailed Pacific Princess (Love Boat) on a 5-day repositioning cruise from Ensenada to Honolulu.

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3 hours ago, Astro Flyer said: In ‘77/‘78 they had “Party Cruises…A Weekend At Sea”…2-3 days Pacific & Sun Princess roundtrip LA to Ensenada. The cheapest rate was $188 (2-days) and based on the info I’ve found ($1 in 1977 is equal to $5 in 2024) that would be $944 in 2024…no wonder I couldn’t afford to cruise back then. In 1992 sailed Pacific Princess (Love Boat) on a 5-day repositioning cruise from Ensenada to Honolulu.     1977 Princess Brochure.pdf 217.61 kB  ·  7 downloads

That is so cool to see. Thanks for sharing!

4 hours ago, dickinson said: FYI - all the Royal class ships honk the Love Boat theme (although I don't know about the Majestic as it was first built for the Chinese market)

Majestic has the love boat horn as well

Well my curiosity is up. 🙂 The reason I say this, I "watched" the Love Boat TV show, but we are getting ready to do the Regal Princess next month, and for some unknown reason, they seem to say THIS ship had something to do with the TV show or something like that. If any of you who have been posting here know, I sure would like to know, how the Regal is connected to the TV series?

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It is not connected to the old love boat series but a couple of years ago there was a reality series filmed on board the regal in the med it was named the real love boat didn't last long was cancelled after a few shows.  It was filmed during a regular cruise and a few crew were on it including the Captain the host was Jerry O'Connell and his wife.  I think people got the two names of shows mixed up.

3 hours ago, avonlady6390 said: It is not connected to the old love boat series but a couple of years ago there was a reality series filmed on board the regal in the med it was named the real love boat didn't last long was cancelled after a few shows.  It was filmed during a regular cruise and a few crew were on it including the Captain the host was Jerry O'Connell and his wife.  I think people got the two names of shows mixed up.

But while not a long running hit show like “The Love Boat”  the reality show was still great advertising for Princess and the cruise industry in general.

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4 hours ago, avonlady6390 said: It is not connected to the old love boat series but a couple of years ago there was a reality series filmed on board the regal in the med it was named the real love boat didn't last long was cancelled after a few shows.  It was filmed during a regular cruise and a few crew were on it including the Captain the host was Jerry O'Connell and his wife.  I think people got the two names of shows mixed up.

I was on Regal in the fall of 2022 which was after they'd filmed The Real Love Boat show onboard during the summer. Capt. Paolo Arrigo was the captain and he also played that role in the reality show. If you've ever met him, he's a very handsome man, so it's not surprising.  He told a few stories about the show at our RC M&G, but couldn't say much because of his NDA with the producers and CBS. 

He did say that they converted the Wedding Chapel into the "Captain's Dining Room" and brought all sorts of fancy furniture onto the ship just for filming purposes.  The guy who was the ED was in the running to play the "Cruise Director" on the show, but lost out to another dude.

I took these pictures on the Regal Princess in 2018.   

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We did the Princess 50th anniversary sailing on the Pacific Princess which had all the stars of the Loveboat onboard. We also visited most of the ports, except Acapulco. It was a really memorable cruise 😊

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On 1/22/2024 at 2:13 PM, vwlmember said: They also went to China and Greece. I seem to remember a Hawaii trip but cannot find confirmation anywhere.

A high school friend work in the casino on Pacific Princess for about 5 years.  I can confirm the China port based on an anecdote he told me.  He arrived in Hong Kong and there was mail waiting for him there.  One envelope was a wedding invitation from a girl he thought he was still dating.  That’s when he knew it was time for a land based job.  He graduated high school in 1972, so college probably in 1976.  Add 5 years and it would have been around 1981 or 1982.

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Thank you ALL for your input on my question. Very interesting.

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Super Fans to Experience Up-Close Cast Encounters & Exclusive Access Aboard Enchanted Princess Canada/New England Voyage,  August 31-Sept. 7, 2024

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. , June 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For die-hard "The Love Boat" fans, the ultimate cruise experience just dropped anchor. Princess Cruises has announced an exclusive VIP package for its late August Love Boat themed cruise that promises intimate, up-close interactions with the show's beloved characters – Doc, Gopher, Isaac, and Vicki Stubing – including the rare opportunity to perfect the Isaac finger point while mingling with the stars.

Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan (aka Vicki) will join fellow Love Boat cast members including Bernie Kopell (Doc), Fred Grandy (Gopher) and Ted Lange (Isaac) for the highly anticipated second themed cruise aboard the Enchanted Princess voyage to Canada /New England, August 31-Sept. 7, 2024 . Ezra Freeman , the bartender from the recently aired "The Real Love Boat" reality dating series on CBS and Paramount+, also will sail with the stars.

The new Love Boat VIP Package with exclusive access to the cast, includes:

Exclusive Cast Cocktail Party – practice the Isaac finger point

Reserved Seating at the Q&A in the Princess Theater – hear fascinating stories from the cast reminiscing about their favorite show memories, with premier seating

Front-of-Line Access for the Cast Meet & Greet – be first in line and get camera ready for personal photos and autographs

Dinner with the Cast – sure to be the top-rated dinner party of a lifetime

Love Boat T-shirt and Mug – who doesn't love some nostalgic swag with the original show logo?

Signed Cast Photo – get a frame ready to commemorate this incredible experience.

With limited spots available, the price of the Love Boat VIP Package is $450 per person and can be reserved through a Travel Agent or by calling 1-800-Princess, and referencing the Love Boat 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," said Jill Whelan, Celebrations Ambassador for Princess Cruises. "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."

Additional Love Boat -themed activities offered for all guests onboard include:

Sailaway party introducing the cast

Meet-and-Greet photo opportunities

Cocktail demonstration hosted by Ted Lange and Ezra Freeman

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

The seven-day Canada /New England  Love Boat  themed cruise aboard Enchanted Princess sails roundtrip from New York City and visits Boston ; Eastport, Maine ; Saint John, Canada (for Bay of Fundy); and Halifax , Canada.

Princess Cruises was the oceangoing co-star of "The Love Boat," which 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.

Princess offers well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities. No matter the cruise, Princess delivers a premium vacation with the line's award-winning, signature Princess MedallionClass experience which offers unparalleled service and personalization.

Additional information about Princess Cruises is available through a professional travel advisor, by calling 1-800-Princess (1-800-774-6237) or by visiting 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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    SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (February 7, 2024) - 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 ...

  4. Jacaranda 94.2

    Dora Mellett. It's one of my wishes to go on a boat cruise, one day I hope to save enough and live the dream, all you lucky fishes enjoy it, from Dora the explora. Join us on the Love Boat! Jacaranda FM will once again host the biggest love party on the Indian ocean, on-board the fun ship MSC Sinfonia!

  5. Princess Cruises Announces VIP Package for 'The Love Boat' Cruise

    Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan (aka Vicki) will join Love Boat cast members including Bernie Kopell (Doc), Fred Grandy (Gopher) and Ted Lange (Isaac) for the second themed cruise, sailing aboard the Enchanted Princess to Canada/New England, August 31-Sept. 7, 2024, according to a press release.

  6. Jacaranda Cruises

    Commentary for the cruise is provided by gardening celebrity Graham Ross. Check out Graham's story on Jacarandas on Better Homes and Gardens TV Show here. Telephone: 1300 233 200. Email: [email protected]. From. $85 AUD. 04 Days. 1, 5, 8 & 11 NOVEMBER 2023. LAST CHANCE.

  7. Princess Cruises announces Love Boat cruise with original cast

    The Love Boat Cruise Itinerary. The seven-day Canada/New England cruise from Aug. 31 to Sept. 7, 2024, sails roundtrip from New York City aboard the 3,660-guest Enchanted Princess and visits ...

  8. Love boat: Valentine's Day on a quarantine cruise

    Passenger Matt Smith, 57, was marking Valentine's Day on board with his wife of 21 years, Katherine Codekas, also 57 -- and admitted this was not their first-choice location for the special day ...

  9. Princess Cruises Offers Something Everyone Will Love with The Love Boat

    Guests Booking Cruises and Cruisetours Sailing in 2023 & Beyond Score $765 Value, which includes $100 Shore Excursions Credit, Drinks, Wi-Fi & More. Cruising, "life's sweetest reward," just set a new course for adventure and love with Princess Cruises' The Love Boat Sale, starting today and running through October 31, 2022.

  10. Princess Cruises Announces "The Love Boat" Themed Cruise Hosted by

    Hosted by Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan (Vicki Stubing), who will be joined by fellow "Love Boat" cast members Cynthia Lauren Tewes (Julie McCoy), Bernie Kopell (Doc), Fred Grandy (Gopher) and Ted Lange (Isaac). Together, they will share their favorite memories from the show, participate in various guest activities and celebrate the late Gavin MacLeod, who served as ...

  11. How the real-life 'Love Boat' is keeping love alive

    Then, in 2022, Princess Cruises introduced a new spin on looking for love at sea with the reality show aptly called "The Real Love Boat.". Hosted by real-life couple Rebecca Romijn and Jerry O ...

  12. Princess Cruises Announces The Love Boat Themed Cruise with Iconic

    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 ...

  13. Princess Cruises Unveils Exclusive VIP Package for "The Love Boat

    FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. (June 21, 2024) - For die-hard "The Love Boat" fans, the ultimate cruise experience just dropped anchor.Princess Cruises has announced an exclusive VIP package for its late August Love Boat themed cruise that promises intimate, up-close interactions with the show's beloved characters - Doc, Gopher, Isaac, and Vicki Stubing - including the rare opportunity to perfect ...

  14. Princess Cruises Announces The Love Boat Themed Cruise With Iconic

    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 ...

  15. Set sail on 'The Love Boat' themed cruise with iconic cast

    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 ...

  16. "The Love Boat" Caribbean Cruise: Call Me Grandma/A Gentleman of ...

    Caribbean Cruise: Call Me Grandma/A Gentleman of Discretion/The Perfect Divorce/Letting Go: Part 1: Directed by Robert Scheerer. With Gavin MacLeod, Bernie Kopell, Fred Grandy, Ted Lange. Part 1 of 2. An British ex-military officer (Stewart Granger), escorting the singing sensation group, Menudo, is tired of a woman (Lana Turner), who lies; while a young couple (Jared Martin and Hayley Mills ...

  17. Cruise from NYC with the Original Cast of TV's 'The Love Boat'

    Andrea Santillan. 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 ...

  18. Princess Cruises Announces "The Love Boat" Themed Cruise Hosted by

    Princess has been connected to "The Love Boat" beyond the setting of the show, reuniting the original cast members for two ship christenings - Dawn Princess (1997) and Regal Princess (2014), appearing on the cruise line's Rose Parade float and sailing on a throwback cruise in 2015 all celebrating the lines 50 th anniversary. In May 2018 ...

  19. Princess Cruises Launches VIP Package for 'The Love Boat ...

    Princess Cruises has revealed an exclusive VIP package for its upcoming "The Love Boat" themed cruise, scheduled to embark from August 31 to September 7, 2024. This special offering provides super ...

  20. Hot cruise deals: best rates and offers

    All cruise offers are capacity controlled and offering selected cabins at a specific price in line with MSC Cruises Dynamic Pricing Policy. KIDS CRUISE FREE: Up to 2 children under 12 years sharing a multiple berth cabin, only paying the mandatory charges (on selected ships). Above cruise fares include mandatory port and service charge but ...

  21. 'Love Boat' cruise has VIP package with exclusive cast access

    The new Love Boat VIP Package includes an exclusive cast cocktail party, reserved seating at a question and answer session in the Princess Theater, front-of-line access for a meeting and photos with the cast, dinner with the cast, a Love Boat T-shirt and mug and a signed cast photo. The package costs $450 and can be reserved by a travel advisor ...

  22. What was the itinerary for "The Love Boat"?

    Posted January 22 (edited) When they filmed episode onboard it was on actual planned sailings. Princess cruises back in the 1970's & 80's operated the Pacific Princess on one-way 7-night sailings from Los Angeles to Acapulco with stops in Cabo, Mazatlan, Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo. You would fly back to Los Angeles.

  23. Princess Cruises Unveils Exclusive VIP Package for "The Love Boat

    Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan (aka Vicki) will join fellow Love Boat cast members including Bernie Kopell (Doc), Fred Grandy (Gopher) and Ted Lange (Isaac) for the highly ...