Twenty-five years after hosting the first modern wedding at sea, Princess Cruises has unveiled a new line-up of wedding packages and announced TV host and bridal designer Randy Fenoli as Brand Ambassador for Love and Romance, a role that includes hosting a bridal fashion themed cruise in December and developing a signature wedding package exclusive to The Love Boat.
New ‘Princess Perfect Weddings’ offers packages tailored for couples seeking unique and romantic ways to say “I do,” including grand ceremonies in The Love Boat’s picturesque piazza as well as outside deck areas that offer an ideal backdrop for a romantic ceremony – all at a price the cruise line says is significantly lower compared to land-based venues.
The first phase of new packages features at-sea options, with more packages, including a signature Randy Fenoli Weddings package, as well as Weddings Ashore, to be announced later this year.
Princess also announced that Fenoli – known as host of the hit TV show “Say Yes to the Dress” will host a bridal fashion themed cruise aboard a seven-day Western Caribbean voyage on Regal Princess embarking in Galveston, Texas. on Dec. 3. The Randy Fenoli Bridal Fashion Themed Cruise at Sea will offer meet and greets, signature events, and even wedding gown consultations with the celebrity bridal designer.
“Our December Themed Cruise is going to be a celebration of all things bridal, and no matter their shape, their budget or type of wedding, we’re going to help match all of our brides-to-be with the perfect dress,” said Fenoli.
With all Princess Perfect Weddings performed at sea, ship captains serve as the ceremony officiant and all packages include a dedicated wedding specialist who works closely with couples pre-cruise and on board to tailor their wedding package according to their unique vision and requirements. From selecting the perfect venue to arranging decorations, flowers, and photography, every detail is handled to ensure a seamless event.
A sample package includes the “Perfect Pair Wedding’ for the couple and two guests, priced at US$2,995 (not including price of cruise) for a “symbolic” wedding or $3,495 for a legal wedding (including license):
• Indoor or outdoor ceremony by the ship’s captain
• Fresh florals, wedding cake and sparkling wine toast
• Dedicated photographer service and memorable prints
• Romantic breakfast for the couple
• Stateroom gifts and goodies
• Pre-cruise and onboard wedding coordinator
• Keepsake certificate
Other options include ‘Timeless Ceremony at Sea’ for the couple and up to eight or 18 guests; ‘Renew the Love’ vow renewal; and ‘Princess Perfect Proposal.’
Princess also offers an array of honeymoon options enabling couples to seamlessly transition from their wedding festivities to a honeymoon cruise.
“Twenty-five years ago, Princess set the standard for weddings at sea, and with the help of Randy Fenoli, the most trusted source in the bridal industry, we’re doing it again with our new Princess Perfect Weddings packages, evolving our offerings to create unparalleled experiences for couples and their loved ones, all at tremendous value,” said John Padgett, president of Princess Cruises. “These new packages let couples combine their dream wedding with an unforgettable voyage to picturesque destinations, to celebrate their special day in the most extraordinary ways imaginable.”