The
Paul Gauguin is a small vessel designed to frame the
beauty of French Polynesia, not overwhelm it. Its intimate
size, subtle elegance and open, airy ambience complement
and embrace the dramatic beauty of the islands, much as
Paul Gauguin's evocative brushstrokes immortalized the
enchanting landscapes and seascapes of Tahiti a century
ago. The Paul Gauguin is not merely a ship, it is an
integral part of its destination, an immersion into a
timeless, unspoiled world.
For
those who seek art in life and vice versa, your cruise
will be a time to rejuvenate and awaken the senses to the
enjoyment of simple pleasures. A time to discover a world
where mind and body are in harmony with nature. Where
every morning, you awake refreshed and revitalized in a
setting as restful and beautiful as the dawn. And every
new experience brings joy to your soul. Like Paul Gauguin
setting out for Tahiti and Polynesia, you will find that
mysterious world of light, free and beautiful, without
thoughts of tomorrow.
The 19,200-ton
m/s Paul Gauguin has offered year-round
seven-night cruises in the pristine paradise of Tahiti
and French Polynesia since January 1998 (and is the most
elegant vessel to be based there year-round). Sailing
every Saturday from Papeete (Tahiti), the ship visits
Raiatea, Tahaa (for a call at RSSC's private islet of
Motu Mahana), Bora Bora and Moorea. All staterooms
feature ocean views (50 percent with private balconies).
The ship has a casually elegant dress code suitable to
the destination, as well as cuisine inspired by a
two-star Michelin French chef, complimentary watersports
and her own retractable marina.
Awards &
Honors:
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"Best Cruise
Ship," (#1 ranking) Conde Nast Traveler's "Best in
the World"
Readers' Choice Awards (2003)
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"Best Food, Best
Shore Excursions," Cruise Critic, "Cruisers' Poll"
(2004, 2003)
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"Six Star Rating,"
Stern's Guide to the Cruise Vacation (2002)
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"Top Luxury
Cruise," "Top Romatic Ship," Cruise Critic, "Editor's Pick"
(2004)
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"Best Staterooms,"
CruiseMates, "Readers' Poll" (2004)
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"Most Romantic
Ship at Sea, Luxury category," The Total Traveler Guide
to
Worldwide Cruising (2003)
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"Best Spa," "Most
Romantic Luxury Ship Afloat," CruiseMates,
"Editor's Pick" (2004, 2002)
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"Five Ribbon
Rating," Cruise Critic (2004, 2003)
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"Best Quality
Award," Cruise Reports (2000)
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