Princess Cruises has announced that fan favorites Cynthia Lauren Tewes and Charo will join “The Love Boat Celebration at Sea” aboard Regal Princess, sailing November 16–23, 2025, on a seven-day Western Caribbean voyage.
Tewes, who portrayed the charming and resourceful cruise director Julie McCoy, and Charo, known for her guest-starring role as entertainer April Lopez, will reunite with fellow “Love Boat” cast members Jill Whelan (Vicki Stubing), Fred Grandy (Burl “Gopher” Smith), Ted Lange (Isaac Washington) and Bernie Kopell (Dr. Adam Bricker) for this once-in-a-lifetime fan celebration at sea.
In addition to meet-and-greets, themed activities and special tributes to the iconic series, guests will be treated to live performances by Charo, whose dynamic blend of flamenco guitar and high-energy stage presence helped make her a standout guest star on the show.
“We’re honored to welcome Cynthia Lauren Tewes and Charo aboard Regal Princess for a joyful celebration that brings the magic of ‘The Love Boat’ to life,” said Rebecca Thomson Foley, Princess Cruises’ head of entertainment. “This iconic show introduced the world to the joy of cruising and reuniting with original cast members including Jill, Fred, Ted and Bernie—and now Cindy and Charo—makes this sailing a dream cruise for fans and a thrill for new to ‘Love Boat’ guests.”
Additionally, travelers can now book the “Captain Package,” offering a range of experiences and special access. Available for a limited number of guests, this package includes highlights such as The Love Boat Lounge: Cast Cocktail Hour, the Bon Voyage Dinner with the Love Boat Cast and commemorative merchandise to celebrate this iconic voyage.
The “Love Boat” themed cruise departs November 16, 2025, from Galveston, TX, and features calls to Cozumel—with an overnight stay at port—and Roatán aboard the Regal Princess.
For more details, call 1-800-774-6237 or visit www.princess.com.
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