PACIFIC PRINCESS Decked! Part Two: Whatever Became of the "Love Boat"?
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The creator documents the final chapters of the Pacific Princess, a vessel famously known as the Love Boat. Following its sale from Princess Cruises, the ship underwent various charters under different names before entering a period of decline. The video details a personal inspection of the ship in a Genoa shipyard, where the creator was granted access by Captain Benedetto Lupi. During this visit, the creator explores the vessel's interior, noting both preserved original features like the Pacific Lounge and the signs of decay, such as mold, mildew, and structural corrosion. The narrative covers the failed multi-million dollar refurbishment that led to the ship's seizure and eventual sale for scrap. The creator eventually travels to a shipbreaking yard in Aliaga, Turkey, to witness the final stages of the vessel, now renamed Aie. The video concludes with the ship being demolished alongside other former fleet mates, noting that much of the ship's original artwork was lost during the process, leaving only memories of the historic cruise ship.
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I made a pilgrimage to see her that May on behalf of a cruise line that had expressed an interest in reviving her for further service if her condition was salvageable.
It was a joy to hear his stories and to share in his passion for the Italian liners and the beautiful Pacific herself.
This was probably the ship's most magnificent work of art, and I'm haunted to this day knowing it was unceremoniously destroyed.
I was extremely grateful to be back aboard this ship. And it was a remarkably beautiful day with fluffy puffs of clouds, a crystal blue sky, and that gorgeous pastel stucco of Genoa.
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