Discover Princess Cruises' Version Of 'Deal or No Deal'

The ultimate guide to Princess Cruises' version of the iconic UK gameshow 

A game with a chance to win a fantastic prize, with just sealed boxes, no questions… except one; sound familiar? If you were a fan of the hugely popular Channel 4 show, ‘Deal or No Deal’, which ran for just over eleven years in the UK and hosted by popular TV presenter Noel Edmonds, you’ll love Princess Cruises’ version of the popular game show! 

It’s one of several entertainment options offered by Princess Cruises as part of their excellent roster of extravaganzas and shows (which do vary depending on which cruise ship you sail with).

But what exactly is Princess Cruises’ version of ‘Deal or No Deal’? Here’s our everything you need to know guide:

What’s the deal?

Princess Cruises has partnered with TimePlay, an award-winning entertainment company, to bring this prominent TV game show onboard its ships. Staying close to the original TV version, Princess Cruises’ remake of ‘Deal or No Deal’ gives two randomly selected guests the chance to play the game live on stage with the opportunity to win up to $1,000 or a free cruise.

For those unfamiliar with the format, ‘Deal or No Deal’ is effectively a game of chance. A player selects a sealed box from one of several, each containing a different prize value. 

The player then needs to decide whether to accept the offer of the ‘Banker’ for their box or take a chance on its contents holding more or potentially less.

As more and more of the other boxes get opened and their values revealed, the ‘Banker’s’ offers fluctuate and anticipation over whether to accept this guaranteed prize offer or continue to play heightens. Whether you decide to spectate or participate, you’ll be in for an exciting evening where entertainment meets gamification.

Audience participation

Audience members also get the chance to participate in the game, adding to the thrill and ambience of the live show. By purchasing a ‘game card’, they are also given the opportunity to win up to $1,000 or a free cruise by achieving eight matches on their card.

Where can you play?

Princess Cruises has added ‘Deal or No Deal’ to the already impressive line-up of entertainment onboard Sky Princess and Discovery Princess, and is performed in the Princess Theatre onboard. This ship has itineraries ranging from seven to 25 nights, including the Mediterranean, Scandinavia, the Canary Islands, Canada and New England so there are plenty of opportunities to catch the show and win an amazing prize.

You can also see the live ‘Deal or No Deal’ show on four of Princess Cruises’ family-friendly, innovative ships including Regal Princess and Majestic Princess. Princess Cruises plans to roll out the game show fleet-wide in the future as well.

More entertaining events

Alongside ‘Deal or No Deal’, there is a whole range of sensational production shows to enjoy in the state-of-the-art Princess Theatres onboard Princess ships, as well as many other performances to keep you entertained day and night.

Spectacular Broadway-Style Shows

If you love a musical, there are some fantastic productions across Princess Cruises’ fleet of 16 sterling ships. Shows vary between ships, so always check if there’s a specific show you’d like to see. Four of our favourites are:

‘Spotlight Bar’ – Princess Cruises’ latest addition, available on Discovery Princess, where a vibrant bar provides the setting for storytellers sharing their vibrant and colourful lives through magical, modern and beautiful songs.

‘Rock Opera’ – a visual and musical feast that showcases classic rock, opera and musical theatre performed on Enchanted and Sky Princess.

‘5-Skies’ – a cutting-edge, live production that takes you on an epic journey of Gamer 1 who takes on a series of virtual reality games to reach the Sky Princess. 

‘The Secret Silk’ - Experience an extraordinary world where life-sized puppets come to life to sing and dance with human performers in this magical show, created by Stephen Schwartz, Wicked and Pippin award-winning composer. 

Sensational Singing Competition ‘The Voice of the Ocean’

A take on another TV hit, ‘The Voice of the Ocean’ offers blind auditions with judges on iconic rotating chairs, professional mentors and live performances, culminating in a guest being crowned ‘The Voice of the Ocean’.

Outstanding comedy, magic and ‘street’ performers

The entertainment throughout Princess Cruises’ ships has something for everyone. If musicals are not your thing, there are headliner comedians for a barrel of laughs or magicians and illusionists for raising eyebrows and baffling minds.

Princess Cruises have gone above and beyond to deliver next-level entertainment on their ships, bringing talent from around the globe to create timeless classics and innovative new styles. Whether you’re opening a box and making a deal with the ‘Banker’ or watching a team of acrobats fly choreographed across the sky, onboard entertainment is sure to be a highlight of your cruise holiday.