Conservatory with swimming pool, bar and sliding glass roof
Poolside Pizzeria, Hamburger Grill & Ice Cream bar
Large forward theater for Vegas-style productions
Aft show lounge - high tech Club Fusion features 42 high-def video screens.
Multiple Dinning Rooms
Hair salon, health center & Spa
Day
Location
Arrive
Depart
Saturday
Los Angeles
5:00 PM
Sunday
At Sea
Monday
At Sea
Tuesday
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
7:00 AM
6:00 PM
Wednesday
Colon, Panama
7:00 AM
5:00 PM
Thursday
Mazatlan, Mexico
7:00 AM
2:00 PM
Friday
Cabo San Lucas
Saturday
Los Angeles
7:00 AM
Itinerary subject to change
Overview It's the quintessential Mexican cruise Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, and
Mazatlan on the grand dame, the Diamond Princess. Experience Princess luxury on
one of the ships that set the standard in cruising. RSVP delivers unparalleled
adventure, parties, fun, and relaxation.
Princess offers you the perfect blend
of five star amenities and personalized princess service. 750 private balcony
staterooms, four fabulous pools including a resistance pool, extravagant
service, 24 hour Personal Choice Dining®, a gym, a spa and countless lounges. Dine with your new RSVP friends and family or indulge in free room service or enjoy the ultimate experience of Princess' Ultimate Balcony Dining for an additional fee.
RSVP and Princess provide the luxury you desire. It's a class above the rest. Not only is the Diamond Princess the largest ship RSVP has ever chartered, this is Princess line's first-ever all GLBT cruise. Together, we'll enjoy the sun and royal blue waters of Mexico's most popular ports of call. Whether you're looking for Lady Luck in the Grand Casino or Mr. Right at the RSVP tea dance; sharing the fun with new friends and family, or lounging in your private intimate getaway, you're sure to find the vacation of your dreams on our Mexican Riviera cruise. It's what you want. It's what you deserve.
Activities The list of activities available on our Big Ship
vacations could keep you going 24 hours a day.
The variety is sure to please, we've got something
for everybody. And if you're concerned you
might get a little claustrophobic with so many
people and so much to do, don't worry. These Big Ships have plenty of space
to get away from it all and enjoy some down-time.
Venue
As Princess' largest and most amenity-filled vessel yet, the Diamond Princess brings new features to West Coast cruising. She has everything you need to enjoy an unforgettable vacation.
Highlights include:
750 cabins with private balconies
Environmentally advantageous diesel and
gas turbine powered electric propulsion,
with gas turbine situated in the funnel
4 swimming pools, Aft terrace with bar and pool below
Conservatory consisting of a swimming pool
and bar, with a balcony deck and sliding
glass roof high above
A central pool with bar Asian-themed Lotus
spa with fitness center and outdoor sunken
terraced pool
Poolside Pizzeria, Hamburger Grill and
Ice Cream Bar, Sabatini's trattoria
Large forward theater for Princess' original
Broadway and Las Vegas-style productions
Sports bar Casino Atrium with shops, two
bars, art gallery, library and writing room
Nautical-themed Wheelhouse Bar with P&O
memorabilia, Asian and African-themed Explorers lounge
Aft show lounge - high-tech Club Fusion
features 42 high-definition video screens
and spiral staircase leading to Wake View
Bar below
One of largest Internet cafes at sea with
29 computer stations
Hair salon, health center and spa
Nine-hole golf putting course and two computerized
golf simulators that enable passengers to
virtually play the finest courses in the
world
Sports deck
The ship takes Princess' trademark Skywalkers
disco/lounge concept a step further with
a larger room plus new 125-foot wide balcony
that provides commanding views over the aft
end of the ship where
(another Happy Gay Travel feature)
Click on a decks below to view deck plans Click on the cabin name below to view a cabin diagramm (deck numbers are for positioning only)
We help you select the best cabin according to your requirements
Mexixan Riviera 2006 Prices Click on a the deck name to open a deck plan in a separate window Early booking discount rate is available now for a limited time!
Save up to $700 per couple.
Baja Bedroom with 1 king-size bed, oversize whirlpool bath & shower & additional shower stall, living room, dining room, dressing room, private verandah with whirlpool, pantry, 1 sofa bed for 2 persons, microwave, refrigerator, guest toilet, private stereo system, floor-to-ceiling windows. Approx. 1318 sq. ft. with verandah.(subject to some disco noise until 2am)
Baja Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator with wet bar. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower. Approximately 525 to 706 sq. ft. with verandah (subject to some disco noise until 2am)
Caribe Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator with wet bar. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower. Approximately 525 to 706 sq. ft. with verandah
CaribeBajaAloha Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator with wet bar. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower. Approximately 525 to 706 sq. ft. with verandah
Emerald Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator with wet bar. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower. Approximately 525 to 706 sq. ft. with verandah
Dolphin Each suite is actually two self-contained staterooms interconnecting through a large living room which leads to an oversized private balcony. Each suite sleeps up to eight people.
Dolphin Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower. Approximately 354 sq. ft., including balcony.
Dolphin Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower. Approximately 354 sq. ft., including balcony.
Dolphin Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower. Approximately 354 sq. ft., including balcony.
Emerald Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower. Approximately 354 sq. ft., including balcony.
Emerald Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa bed and desk. Balcony. Two televisions. Refrigerator. Walk-in closet. Bath with tub and shower. Approximately 354 sq. ft., including balcony.
CaribeLido Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Balcony. Refridgerator and TV. Spacious closet and desk. Bath with shower. Approximately 237 to 307 sq. ft., including balcony.
EmeraldDolphinCaribeAloha Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Balcony. Refridgerator and TV. Spacious closet and desk. Bath with shower. Approximately 237 to 307 sq. ft., including balcony.
BajaAloha Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Balcony. Refridgerator and TV. Spacious closet and desk. Bath with shower. Approximately 237 to 307 sq. ft., including balcony.
Baja Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Balcony. Refridgerator and TV. Spacious closet and desk. Bath with shower. Approximately 237 to 307 sq. ft., including balcony.
Baja Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Balcony. Refridgerator and TV. Spacious closet and desk. Bath with shower. Approximately 237 to 307 sq. ft., including balcony.
CaribeBaja Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Balcony. Refridgerator and TV. Spacious closet and desk. Bath with shower. Approximately 237 to 307 sq. ft., including balcony.
CaribeBaja Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window (categories E, FF, F, GG, G & HH obstructed). Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft.
Emerald Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window (categories E, FF, F, GG, G & HH obstructed). Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft.
Plaza Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window (categories E, FF, F, GG, G & HH obstructed). Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft.
Dolphin Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window (categories E, FF, F, GG, G & HH obstructed). Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft.
Emerald Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window (categories E, FF, F, GG, G & HH obstructed). Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft.
EmeraldCaribe Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window (categories E, FF, F, GG, G & HH obstructed). Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft.
Emerald Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window (categories E, FF, F, GG, G & HH obstructed). Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft.
Emerald Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window (categories E, FF, F, GG, G & HH obstructed). Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft.
Emerald Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window (categories E, FF, F, GG, G & HH obstructed). Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft.
Emerald Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Picture window (categories E, FF, F, GG, G & HH obstructed). Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 183 to 194 sq. ft.
EmeraldDolphinCaribe Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Refrigerator and TV. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 168 to 182 sq. ft.
Additional Terms, Fees, Conditions and Information
Rates are subject to change up to confirmation
All prices are per person and do not include airfare.
Additional fees include Port Charges $166 and Pre-paid Gratuities: $88 per person. These fees are charged only once if you are booking a single.
ID Requirements With increasingly strict travel guidelines being enforced we recommend always traveling with your passport. All U.S. citizens must use a passport for identification on this program. All other travelers should check with their local consulate for the required travel documents.
Single SupplementSingle cabins may be booked and are twice the per person double rate.
Third and Fourth Person Rates Add a third or fourth person to your room for a nominal fee plus port charges and gratuities:
Room Share Program is on limited availability and is offered on a smoking/non-smoking basis only.
Bed configurations are twin beds and can be combined to form a long Queen bed.
All information is subject to change without notice.
Port of Embarkation / Disembarkation The Diamond Princess departs from and returns to The Port of Los Angeles World Cruise Center in San Pedro. It is approximately 45 minutes from Los Angeles' LAX airport. Taxi and shuttle service are available to get you to the port. The cost for Super Shuttle between LAX and the World Cruise Center is approximately $20. For more information on the pier visit portoflosangeles.org.
Air, Hotel and Extras
Happy Gay Travel will send you a port city document including hotel information, links to gay sites, lings to tourist sites and other valuable city and gay information.
American Airlines provides some of the best air fares to Carlifornia
Great Pre-Cruise Hotel Values
RSVP has blocked great hotel space in Los Angeles at a price that's right for you. Come in a few days early to get a jump-start on your vacation. Choose from The Westin Los Angeles Airport, The Westin Long Beach or the W Los Angeles Westwood. These prices are reserved for online reservations only.
The Westin Los Angeles Airport Hotel 5400 West Century Boulevard – Los Angeles, California 90045
Phone (310) 216-5858 – Fax (310) 417-4545
Book a pre-cruise hotel at the Westin Los Angeles Airport with group rates starting at $109 per nights. Click here to learn more or to make an online reservation.
930 Hilgard Avenue – Los Angeles, California 90024
Phone (310) 208-8765 – Fax (310) 824-0355
Booking information coming soon.
Note: Prices do not include applicable state and local taxes.
Activities
Headliners
Deborah Cox
What makes a diva? It’s a question that gives pause to Deborah Cox. You’d think after two hit albums, the longest-running No. 1 single in R&B history and all her years of success she’d have a ready answer. But after only a moment with her, you quickly realize that divadom is not the singer’s priority." More...
Kristine W
Photo by Korby Banne
Internationally acclaimed recording artist Kristine W is yet again back on top of the charts with her latest project, FLY AGAIN, and is breaking dance music records worldwide. Since the album's release, it has already produced three number one singles, with the third, The Wonder Of It All, breaking Kristine's own record for the most consecutive #1 Club Play Hits.
Circuit DJ phenomenon and martial arts expert Kimberly S is not afraid to tell it as it is. She
explains her meteoric rise to the top of the DJ pack with a simple, “I’m strong, I’m hot and I
can spin my ass off.” More...
Randy Bettis
2004 was a breakout year for Randy Bettis, the New York based DJ/producer. Spring brought the national release of his first commercial mixed CD, Centaur Entertainment’s official 2004 Orlando Gay Days CD. The national exposure continued with Randy spinning at Denver’s A Weekend in OZ, Palm Springs’ White Party, and Austin’s Perfect Day. More...
Robbie Leslie
Widely recognized as one of the top disc jockeys in the nation, Robbie Leslie has been performing on the international circuit for over 28 years. Leslie is perhaps most renowned for spinning his magic at special Circuit Parties - Extravagant theme parties and benefits created for one night in anything from abandoned warehouses to famous museums.
Bryan Pfeifer has had a long and influential career of the music scene. With his appearances at some of the nation's most beloved clubs, he has built a reputation for a consistent creative, popular DJ with wonderful musical journeys. More...
Tom Yaz
Tom Yaz has been delighting audiences and club goers in Boston and Provincetown for years now with his completely fresh and innovative video remixes. Once again he'll be bringing the video screens alive for RSVP!
Direct from the Sundance Saloon in San Francisco, Ingu Yun, founder of The Sundance Association for Country-Western Dancing will be spinning country tunes for your two-stepping and line-dancing pleasure!
Cabaret
Amy & Freddy
Of all the entertainers performing today, Amy Armstrong and Freddy Allen are the ones standing out above the rest. This Chicago-based "Dynamic Duo" has been captivating audiences for over ten years.
We'll be updating the activities calendar with all the great activities planned for your cruise soon.
Renaissance Costume Ball
"Diamond Stud White Party " sponsored by Cuervo with special performance by Deborah Cox
"Princess & Pauper Renaissance Ball" (Costume Party) sponsored by Nutrisoda with special performance by Kristine W and prizes for the best costume
"Tiaras, Crowns & Scepters" bon voyage party
"Day of the Dead" celebration
"Dungeons & Dragons" leather party
"Trick-or-Treat T-dance"
"Royal Skivvies 2x(ist) Underwear Party"
Military T-dance
When you book with Happy Gay Travel you get more for the same price!
We will send you a port city document including hotel information, links to gay sites, links to tourist sites, and other valuable city and gay information. Our clients have complimented us on this information.
A Tips and Tricks document with over 13 pages of valuable Travel & Packing information. This has saved our clients time and money.
We provide friendly people with years of traveling experience who love to talk about travel. Someone who has been on many all gay Atlantis and RSVP cruises and all over Europe. And we will give you an unbiased opinion.
We will help you select a good cabin to meet your expectations utilizing years of cruising experience.
We Offer air fare suggestions upon request.
We will monitor and status any wait list for cruises and events.
We offer a more extensive cabin share program where you can talk with potential cabin mates.
spinning country tunes for your two-stepping and line-dancing pleasure!
