A famous movie star (
Loni Anderson) disguises herself as her own secretary, in order to enjoy some privacy; but, as the secretary, she finds love with a fellow passenger (
Charles Frank). Julie (
Lauren Tewes) contemplates marrying a wealthy bachelor (
Robert Stack), who is entering the Acapulco Steeplechase. Isaac (
Ted Lange) and Gopher (
Fred Grandy) sneak a horse on board to enter the upcoming race. Horse owner Paul Willis (
Allen Ludden) neglects to tell his wife (
Betty White) the real reason for their cruise, and feeling neglected, she seek company with another passenger (
David Doyle);
The Village People also have a horse entered in the steeplechase.
—Maisie Fleckum