Ep 5. The Audit Couple/The Scoop/My Boyfriend's Back

The Love Boat season 3 episode 5, titled "The Audit Couple/The Scoop/My Boyfriend's Back," features three different storylines that take place aboard the luxurious cruise ship, the Pacific Princess.

In the first storyline, "The Audit Couple," a pair of auditors come aboard the ship to investigate the finances of the cruise line. However, their presence causes tension and paranoia among the staff, who fear they may uncover something nefarious. The captain of the ship, Merrill Stubing, becomes particularly anxious and enlists the help of his friend and former lover, Vicki, to distract the auditors with a romantic evening. Meanwhile, the ship's bartender, Isaac, tries to win over one of the auditors, but struggles to make a connection due to their differing personalities.

The second storyline, "The Scoop," follows a young journalist named Dana who comes aboard the Pacific Princess to write a story about the cruise experience. She quickly gets caught up in the romantic and glamorous atmosphere of the ship, but finds herself struggling to come up with an interesting angle for her article. When she befriends a couple who seem to have a secret to reveal, she sees an opportunity to get the scoop of a lifetime. However, she soon learns the importance of respecting others' privacy and learns a valuable lesson about journalistic ethics.

Finally, in "My Boyfriend's Back," a woman named Michelle comes aboard the Pacific Princess with her new boyfriend, Steve. However, Michelle's ex-boyfriend, Tony, also happens to be on the ship and is determined to win her back. He enlists the help of his friend, Isaac, to sabotage Steve's efforts to woo Michelle. The ensuing antics lead to a series of misunderstandings and comedic mishaps, until Michelle is forced to choose between her ex and her new beau.

Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to the stunning vistas of the ocean and the opulence of the cruise ship, as well as the lively and entertaining crew and passengers who inhabit it. The Love Boat season 3 episode 5 is a fun and lighthearted look at the joys and challenges of love and relationships, set against the backdrop of a luxurious ocean vacation.