Tahiti, along with its stunning sister islands, is one of the most desired—and most enchanting, romantic destinations in the world.
Travelers wishing to experience Tahiti in the most memorable way should choose Paul Gauguin Cruises, because they bring the Tahiti you’ve always dreamed of within reach. Tahiti isn’t as great a distance as some people think. Flight times to the island is 5 hours from Auckland, 6 hours from Honolulu, 8.5 hours from Los Angeles, and 9.5 hours from Sydney.
Once onboard, guests will discover that nearly 70% of the ship’s suites and staterooms have private balconies. What’s more, all feature an ocean view, temperature control, queen-size bed (a limited number can have twin-bed configuration), bathroom with full-size bathtub and shower, TV, with DVD player, personal safe, a refrigerator stocked with soft drinks, and much more. There are also wheelchair-accessible staterooms available, and select staterooms can even accommodate three guests.
A renovated standard cabin on The Gauguin. (Photo via Paul Gauguin Cruises /Studio Jean-Philippe Nuel (Photo Credit: Paul Gauguin Cruises/Studio Jean-Philippe Nuel)
To see what’s possible, the Owner’s Suites are in a class by themselves, with 534 to 588 square feet of space and a private veranda. This suite can accommodate three guests and the bathroom includes a separate shower and a dressing area.
Aboard the Gauguin, guests in suites and staterooms in Category B and higher automatically receive the indispensable perk of Butler service, a perk that elevates your Tahiti trip to the next level. When reserving one of these accommodations, one to two Butlers will always be available to assist you. They can unpack your luggage, arrange to have your clothes pressed, and make reservations at the spa or for dinner in La Veranda or Le Grill. Butler can even arrange for a private car or make lunch reservations at a local restaurant—the ultimate in individualized service.
Once you have booked a qualifying suite or stateroom, you can choose from an assortment of beverages, bar snacks, fruits, newspapers, and bedding‚—which will be waiting for you as soon as you embark.
Ship Perks
The Algotherm Spa combines the art of gentle pampering with services that tailored to the needs and wishes of each passenger. Choose from an extensive range of services, such as skin care therapies, exfoliation, massage, reflexology, body wraps, facials, beauty treatments, nail services, and hair styling.
The Gauguin’s fitness center features the latest equipment, including Lifecycles, treadmills, stair climbers, and weight machines. Other onboard fitness opportunities include a morning mile-long walk around decks 8 and 9 and a sunrise Polynesian-inspired Zumba class.
At La Veranda, dine al fresco or enjoy wraparound ocean views from the dining room, where there is an ever-changing selection of buffet breakfast and lunch items and a la carte options, many of which are inspired by the destinations visited.
For a more casual dining experience, Le Grill is located by the pool and offers a buffet breakfast, grilled lunch favorites, salads, and fresh tropical fruit. In the afternoon, stop by for tea with finger sandwiches, fresh fruit, desserts, pastries, and petit fours. Return in the evening to sample Polynesian specialties in a relaxed atmosphere. Reservations required for dinner.
Couple enjoy a meal in the main dining room. L'Etoile. (photo courtesy of Paul Gauguin Cruises)
L’Etoile, the exquisite main dining room, is dressed to impress with perfectly appointed décor, fine table linens, and delicate china. Come every evening for dinner and sample a tantalizing array of expertly prepared dishes, perfectly paired with complimentary wines.
On every voyage, local performers are invited onboard to entertain the guests. Local group Mamas and Papas, whose dynamic performance of Polynesian dance and singing is a perennial guest favorite, will enchant you. And the crew members onboard The Gauguin are experts at providing first-class service to guests, but they also boast many other talents that are showcased in the crew show. Every voyage offers something different, but guests are always guaranteed a night of amazing entertainment, much of which showcases the unique cultures of the crew members’ home countries.
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