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BY MING TAPPIN
International Correspondent and Travel Writer
You've arrived! Begin your adventure in the South Seas by
stepping on board the newly-renovated ship. Unpack in your well- appointed stateroom and get ready to dine on sumptuous cuisine in three fine restaurants serving a blend of international fare and local cuisine, complemented with featured wines. Breakfast and lunch are served à la carte with the day's destination as your backdrop. Dinner is an elegant affair with romantic lighting, linens and crystal. Don't miss tea time—a daily ritual with delectable sandwiches and lavish desserts. Room service is available 24-hours, so go ahead, indulge with breakfast in bed. You're on vacation after all. All accommodations have ocean views and nearly 70% have
private balconies. Go ahead and snap a picture of the views and post to Instagram—WiFi is included! Elegant furnishings include marvelously comfortable queen-size beds (some twin beds available), refrigerators stocked daily with soft drinks, mineral water, and beer, and bathrooms with full-size tubs. Tere’s ample storage and for extra comfort: luxurious linens, feather-down duvets, robes, cotton slippers, and upscale bath products. Butlers and an in-suite bar setup are provided for guests in categories B and above. A latte with your breakfast, champagne at sailaway, a pre-
dinner cocktail, or a port with dessert? A waiter always magically appears just as you think of it. And of course, it's all included, as are gratuities for room stewards, dining, and bar staff. Inspiration comes in many forms and places, such as cocktails
and dancing under the stars in La Palette, or a more mellow vibe in the piano bar. Te nightly show in Le Grand Salon may consist of anything from traditional Polynesian dances, to a guest chanteuse, or lively variety show. Other diversions include a library, a rejuvenating spa, a fitness center, and a boutique stocked with beach fashions and the ubiquitous Tahitian black pearls. A cozy space is dedicated to showcasing French Polynesian heritage, with genuine artifacts and artwork. You'll also have the opportunity to navigate through 150 paintings and read annotations on Paul Gauguin's work in the new digital museum.
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French Polynesia has been called heaven on earth by all who visit, and the m/s Paul Gauguin delivers heaven year-round to 330 guests at a time. She was purpose-built to cruise these waters. With her small size,Te Gauguin sails into remote harbors where larger ships cannot, bringing you a step closer to paradise. Her ample open deck space allows for sunbathing, lounging or simply gazing at sunsets.
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