Cruise Ship Reviews : Paul Gauguin Cruises Reviews
benfren saw things this way:
This trip exceeded our expectations. We were treated like royalty and loved it!, July 27, 2012
Reviewer: benfren
Pros: The service, the quality of food, the staff, the entertainment, and the suites.
Cons: I can't think of anything I would identify as negative.
Departure port: Papeete
Region visited: South Pacific/Australia
Cabin category: Balcony
Cabin number: 623
Good for children: No
Good for teenagers: No
We just got back from a 10-day Paul Gauguin cruise in French Polynesia and we are already starting to save for the next time. This was our first cruise and we had never been interested in taking one of those giant cruises. This was an amazing experience. The quality of the food, service, beverages, everything -- it was fantastic. Our suite with balcony was worth the extra money. They offered great excursions at reasonable prices. We are so happy that we went with this cruise and we will tell all our friends to try. I can't say enough positive things. Simply wonderful!
pstoli2 saw things this way:
Once in a lifetime experience; extremely caring and professional staff, October 30, 2010
Reviewer: pstoli2
Pros: Food, staff, itinerary, felt homey in an exotic location
Cons: Distance, dining room not open until 7 p.m. - late for those of us on EST
Date of cruise: October 2, 2010
Departure port: Papeete
Region visited: South Pacific/Australia
Cabin category: Jr. Suite
Cabin number: 709
Good for children: No
Good for teenagers: No
The ship is lovely. Simple and elegant. It is designed so as not to compete with the incredible surroundings. I felt more like I was staying in an upscale Bed & Breakfast, than a cruise ship. Many of the staff have worked on the ship for years and they seem like family. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and professional. Beds are extremely comfortable, every food item was delicious. This is the best food I have had on any cruise, and there is always an excellent selection to choose from. I preferred the main dining room to the specialty restaurant. A very nice touch was the little mini desserts served after dinner. Les Gauguins are sweet and very talented, we loved their shows. The fellow passengers are well traveled, intelligent, fun and interesting. The focus is on watersports and the Polynesian culture. Excellent water sports team and platform. Great place to learn to dive. Each island is more beautiful than the next and the sea life is like none other.
MS Paul Gauguin reviews
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4.87 / 5Average Rating based on 2 Reviews:
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benfren saw things this way:
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This trip exceeded our expectations. We were treated like royalty and loved it!, July 27, 2012
Reviewer: benfren
Pros: The service, the quality of food, the staff, the entertainment, and the suites.
Cons: I can't think of anything I would identify as negative.
Departure port: Papeete
Region visited: South Pacific/Australia
Cabin category: Balcony
Cabin number: 623
Good for children: No
Good for teenagers: No
We just got back from a 10-day Paul Gauguin cruise in French Polynesia and we are already starting to save for the next time. This was our first cruise and we had never been interested in taking one of those giant cruises. This was an amazing experience. The quality of the food, service, beverages, everything -- it was fantastic. Our suite with balcony was worth the extra money. They offered great excursions at reasonable prices. We are so happy that we went with this cruise and we will tell all our friends to try. I can't say enough positive things. Simply wonderful!
pstoli2 saw things this way:
Value For Money
Cabin Design
Entertainment
Food Quality
Ship Maintenance
Specialty Restaurant
Staff and Service
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Staff and Service
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Once in a lifetime experience; extremely caring and professional staff, October 30, 2010
Reviewer: pstoli2
Pros: Food, staff, itinerary, felt homey in an exotic location
Cons: Distance, dining room not open until 7 p.m. - late for those of us on EST
Date of cruise: October 2, 2010
Departure port: Papeete
Region visited: South Pacific/Australia
Cabin category: Jr. Suite
Cabin number: 709
Good for children: No
Good for teenagers: No
The ship is lovely. Simple and elegant. It is designed so as not to compete with the incredible surroundings. I felt more like I was staying in an upscale Bed & Breakfast, than a cruise ship. Many of the staff have worked on the ship for years and they seem like family. The staff are friendly, welcoming, and professional. Beds are extremely comfortable, every food item was delicious. This is the best food I have had on any cruise, and there is always an excellent selection to choose from. I preferred the main dining room to the specialty restaurant. A very nice touch was the little mini desserts served after dinner. Les Gauguins are sweet and very talented, we loved their shows. The fellow passengers are well traveled, intelligent, fun and interesting. The focus is on watersports and the Polynesian culture. Excellent water sports team and platform. Great place to learn to dive. Each island is more beautiful than the next and the sea life is like none other.
