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21 hours ago, happydolphin said:

I’ve cruised PG in 2013 and 2016 and have booked another sailing for October 2020. Who are the current captains? I’ve been fortunate to have Captain Toni on both sailings and would like to know if he might be at the helm next year. I don’t know if they work predictable schedules. I’m also curious to know who the other captains are. What are they like?

Hi happydolphin,

We look forward to welcoming you aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin in October 2020. It will either be Captain Ante Toni Mirkovic or Captain Davor Ljutic at the helm.  

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

On ‎7‎/‎21‎/‎2019 at 2:43 PM, SWFLAOK said:

But what about almond milk?

Hi SWFLAOK,

Almond milk is available aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin too.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Thank you Wendy!

19 hours ago, Cruisedreamer1 said:

Oh dear, thanks Emdee, that's what I thought too; the staff and crew. I hope the investors don't try to "drain" the resources of the line.  I wonder if this will impact on the 2020 Reunion cruise.

Hi Cruisedreamer1,

The Paul Gauguin Cruises team will continue to be based in Bellevue and will continue to be led by Diane Moore, and no changes are planned for our amazing staff on board. Nothing is planned to change in terms of brand or service for Paul Gauguin Cruises. And, we look forward to another fun Reunion Cruise in 2021!

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

19 hours ago, Emdee said:

I remember weeping buckets in November 2009 when it changed hands from Regent. My only concern here is the PG staff and hope they find a safe haven.

Hi Emdee,

Paul Gauguin Cruises team will continue to be based in Bellevue and will continue to be led by Diane Moore, and no changes are planned for our amazing staff on board.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

15 hours ago, Wendy The Wanderer said:

I presume that if I'm right about the rest of the company, the way the PG does pre- and post-cruise hotel stays may change again.  Not just use the IC properties in FP?

Hi Wendy,

Paul Gauguin Cruises will continue to partner with the properties of Pacific Beachcomber to provide guests with the opportunity to experience the InterContinental Resorts of French Polynesia and The Brando pre- or post-cruise.  Here is a link to all the properties in our program: https://www.pgcruises.com/extend-trip.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

22 hours ago, scuba diver said:

Does anyone know if they have soy milk on board?

Greetings Scuba Diver,

Thanks for your inquiry. We do have soy milk on board.

Looking forward to welcoming you aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

1 hour ago, CruiseFanII said:

How does PG deal with food allergies?  I cannot find anything on this in this forum.

 

Greetings CruiseFanII,

Thanks for your inquiry. We ask that guests please advise Paul Gauguin Cruises Reservations Department at 800-848-6172 of any special dietary requirements at least 60 days prior to sailing. And, once aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin, the Matire d’Hotel will review the dietary requirements with them.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

9 hours ago, Mudehy said:

We are booked(my mothers trip) for July 27. As far as the dress code. Do all passengers have to continue dress code beyond dinner. Ie shows, casino, piano bar, walking around the ship? 

Hi Mudehy,

We look forward to welcoming you and your family aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin!

Country Club Casual, or elegant resort wear, is appropriate dress for all evenings aboard The Gauguin. Country Club Casual consists of a dress, or skirt or slacks with a blouse or sweater for ladies, and slacks and collared shirts for gentleman. No ties are required at any time, although gentlemen may opt to wear a jacket to the Captain’s Welcome Reception. Please note that casual wear such as shorts, t-shirts, casual jeans (frayed and/or with holes), baseball caps, flip-flops, and Crocs are not considered appropriate after 6:00 p.m. in all restaurants and lounges. Bathrobes and bathing suits are not appropriate in the ship’s restaurants and lounges, and shirts and shoes are required in all public areas at all times.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

23 hours ago, Mudehy said:

 

How do we book excursions?

Can we make sandwiches for off boat excursions?

Are there snacks?

What activities are on boat? Especially for 4 teens and a 11 year old?

can we bring 2 way radios?

what do they stock in fridges?

Do we need international phone plans? Would they work on the ship?

When are there other food options like a buffet?

What type of foods/menu for room service?

When are bars open?

Best excursions for our big group?

Sorry for all the questions. Thank you

Hello Mudehy,

For kids and teens, we offer the Moana Explorer program during summer and holiday voyages.  In partnership with Te mana o te moana, a South Pacific marine education and conservation foundation, the Moana Explorer program invites children and teens, ages 7-15, to discover and value the natural wonders of the South Pacific through hands-on, interactive learning on board and ashore.

Every day of the voyage, there is a combination of naturalist-led island and/or beach excursions, science activities, crafts, games, and other adventures. Depending on the itinerary, children and teens might explore underwater life, conduct water experiments, create natural jewelry, go on a treasure hunt, learn about Tahitian culture, discover island legends and geology, design a Polynesian tattoo, and more.  The program for kids and teens is included as part of Paul Gauguin Cruises’ all-inclusive cruise fares.  Guests are encouraged to reserve the program at the time of booking or any time before their sailing date. The program can also be booked on board if space is available. For more information about the Moana Explorer program and daily schedules, visit: https://www.pgcruises.com/family.

Here is a link to shore excursion and you can start booking them 60 days prior to your sailing date: https://www.pgcruises.com/ms-paul-gauguin/shore-excursions.

We offer breakfast and lunch in two dining venues, and dinner in three dining venues. There is also 24-hour room service. We also offer daily afternoon tea (finger sandwiches, pastries, fruit, etc.) at Le Grill by the pool. https://www.pgcruises.com/ms-paul-gauguin/dining

The in-stateroom refrigerator is stocked with beverages (soft drinks, water).

There is a daily newsletter Ia Orana which lists activities. Our Tahitian ambassadors, Les Gauguines and Les Gauguins, lead Polynesian activities throughout the voyage.

For cell phone plans, check with your cell phone carrier.

We offer internet packages you can purchase aboard the ship. https://www.pgcruises.com/faq?subjects=346

Snorkeling gear can be checked out at the marina during designated times and used throughout the voyage from designated beaches or on shore excursions.

We also offer kayaking and paddleboarding from our watersports marina in select ports (weather permitting). https://www.pgcruises.com/ms-paul-gauguin/watersports

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Curious if any of you have seen customers windsurfing.

I just received another email from PG with a link to complimentary windsurfing but the specific page with the schedule for the water sports marina only mentions kayaks and stand-up paddleboards.

 

DH can’t dive anymore but he loves to windsurf.

 

Thanks for any info.

 

 

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Dear Nova Cruisers,

Thank you for your message. The m/s Paul Gauguin offers paddleboarding and kayaking from the watersports marina and destination beaches in select ports, during select times, weather permitting. For schedule information, please visit: https://www.pgcruises.com/watersports-schedule. We also offer the use of snorkel gear (mask, snorkel, and fins) that can be checked out for use at beaches during the duration of your voyage. Windsurfing was recently discontinued and we are removing references to it in our materials.

We hope to see you aboard The Gauguin soon!

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

I contacted the 1-800 number for P.G . along with checking on line and still no itineraries released for 2020. Paul Gauguin cruises commented above as they expected April or May 2018. If PG reads my message.... Any idea when we may see the 2020 sailings ?

Thank you, getting excited about planning our next trip !

Dear DGK,

Thank you for your interest in Paul Gauguin Cruises 2020 voyages! We are in the final stages of finalizing the itineraries for 2020 and plan on announcing them soon. Once the 2020 itineraries are available on the PG website, we will update this thread with the link.

We hope you’ll sail with us in 2020.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Ia Orana,

Thank you for your interest in Paul Gauguin Cruises' 2020 sailings! We’re planning on announcing the 2020 schedule in late April/May 2018.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Packing for our trip and wondered if they still are providing these?

Ia Orana trk_koa,

On the m/s Paul Gauguin we provide a blue beach bag with white draw strings.

We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Trying to plan our budget and wondering if anyone knows how much the scuba diving excursions with PG cost. Not the ones that they farm out but the actual ones that they do. Thanks!

Hello Gydell,

Paul Gauguin Cruises’ SCUBA diving excursions are designed for all levels of experience, and we offer PADI certification on board for novice divers, as well as refresher courses. Plus, the m/s Paul Gauguin is fully equipped, including an onboard practice pool, a tank-filling station, and two inflatable dive boats with ladders. Each holds eight divers and two instructors. No tender to shore is needed—you simply leave from the marina platform of the ship and return to it after your dive. And on top of that, we take care of all the details for you, from set-up and gearing you before you enter the water to leading you through the deep.

Here is a link that lists the dives and the cost for each one: http://www.pgcruises.com/ms-paul-gauguin/shore-excursions. For more information SCUBA diving with Paul Gauguin Cruises, visit: http://www.pgcruises.com/ms-paul-gauguin/diving.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

We're looking to go on the 7 July cruise which is 11 nights. It's for a family holiday with 6 adults and four kids aged 11, 13, 13 abd 15. I've read about the Ambassadors of the Environment program and would be interested to hear from anyone whose teens have been on that. I have a few questions:

Is the program interesting or does the marine theme get a bit boring?

Does the Paul Gauguin have deck games?

Is there an icecream bar?

As there are two sea days is there enough for the teens to do - particularly without the Internet 😀😀. My four grandchildren are sporty kids and active. They've looked at other ships with all the bells and whistles. I'm hoping Paul Gauguin would be ok. Any information would be so appreciated, thank you.

Hi CherylFP,

We hope you decide to sail with us! Through our partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Society, we offer the Stewards of Nature program that invites guests to discover and value nature through hands-on, interactive learning for children and teens ages 7-17, as well as family members. This program is offered on the July 7, 2018, Cook & Society Islands voyage. For more information, visit: http://www.pgcruises.com/WCS-Family. There is also a daily schedule you can view to see the activities for each day of the sailing. The ship also has a watersports marina for kayaking, windsurfing, and paddleboarding at select times during the cruise. Complimentary snorkeling equipment is also available for check out. At our private island, Motu Mahana, there is volleyball and kayaking and our private beach in Bora Bora guests can paddleboard and kayak. There are also Polynesian activities led by Les Gauguines and Les Gauguin and shuffleboard.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Greetings!

Paul Gauguin Cruises offers complimentary beverages, including select wines and spirits,beers, soft drinks, bottled water, and hot beverages served throughout the ship. Each stateroom and suite also has an in-room refrigerator replenished daily with soft drinks, beer, and bottled water. For more information, please visit: http://www.pgcruises.com/ms-paul-gauguin/whats-included. Since 2009, the m/s Paul Gauguin has been the flagship of Paul Gauguin Cruises.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Does anyone know if either of these hotels offer day passes with lunch & use of facilities? How does one arrange this?

Thanks

Ia Orana gardenMaui,

Paul Gauguin Cruises offers “A Day at the Beach” shore excursions which include lunch. These are offered in Bora Bora at the InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa, in Moorea at the InterContinental Moorea Resort & Spa, and in Huahine at the Maitai Lapita Village. For the full descriptions of these excursions, please visit: http://www.pgcruises.com/ms-paul-gauguin/shore-excursions.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Ia Orana Cruisedreamer1,

Here is link to additionalinformation on the Private Dinner on the Ship's Marina in Bora Bora. http://www.pgcruises.com/gifts

You can reserve this special dining experience through your travel agent or by calling Paul GauguinCruises' reservation department at 800-848-6172.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Are there any 2018 dates for the Timor-Leste,komoda Dragon island,fiji etc yet posted for the PG?

Ia Orana Azlew,

Paul Gauguin Cruises will be sailing to Fiji, Timor-Leste, and Komodo Island on the following two Fiji/Bali itineraries in 2017:

http://www.pgcruises.com/destinations/fiji-bali/2017-04-29

http://www.pgcruises.com/destinations/bali-fiji/2017-06-07

In 2018, we are offering the following itineraries: 7-night Tahiti & the Society Islands; 7-night Society Islands & Tahiti Iti; 10-night Society Islands & Tuamotus; 11-night Cook Islands & Society Islands; and 14-night Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Hello all, we are on the Feb 18, 2017 sailing.:D

 

As I'm looking at the sun deck areas on YouTube, I see lounge chairs, but no areas for shade.

 

We have excursions planned for everyday, but I also want to get back and relax by the pool with my books, ipod and drinks after touring?

 

Can I bring my own personal sun umbrella? It's portable, with clamps to attach to the lounge chair.

 

It's called Versa-Brella umbrella. I'm on Amazon right now reading reviews. It's compact, so can pack in my suitcase.

 

It would also be perfect for our beach day in Tahaa.

 

Will this be allowed on the ship? Has anyone ever bought their own sun umbrella?

 

Thanks in advance.

Hello Cruzinbabe06,

We look forward to welcoming you aboard the Tahiti & Society Islands voyage departing February 18, 2017. You can bring your own portable/personal sun umbrella as you describe for use on the ship’s pool deck. If there are windy conditions, you may need to bring the umbrella back to your stateroom. No need to bring the umbrella to Motu Mahana, unless you wish to, since we have umbrellas there and there is also plenty of shade for all our guests.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Thank you!

See you 1/21!

Ia Orana Criuisingurl079,

We look forward to welcoming you on the January 21st voyage.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Can anyone tell me what kinds of beer they serve on the PG 7-night Tahiti cruise? Just curious!

 

TIA!

Ia Orana criuisingurl079,

Paul Gauguin Cruises offers Amstel Light, Bass Ale, Beck’s, Carlsberg, Corona, Foster’s, Grolsch, Guinness, Heineken, Hinano (local Tahitian beer), Budweiser, Bud Light, Miller Lite, and Samuel Adams.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Hey folks.

 

I have not scuba'd in about 18 years. Decided to dust off my old cert before heading to Tahiti in Oct.

 

I went by my local dive shop and started browsing equipment today, masks fins, bc's, regulators, etc, etc, etc, etc.

 

Well it has been a very very long time since I was last in the water, so I have to start all over kit wise.

 

It dawned on me that I may just be better off renting some gear while on the ship.

 

Does PG have decent equipment? Which one of the dives is the best on the 7 night Tahiti and society islands cruise? If I must bring my own stuff, what can I get by with borrowing? I don't want to ruin a once in a lifetime dive by having crap equipment. But I don't want to blow the bank on a hobby that I am not sure I will get back into heavily. It would also be quite nice to not have to fly half way around the world with a ton of gear.

 

Thanks in advance.

Ia Orana elcid79,

We hope to welcome you soon aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin. For more information on our diving programs and equipment, please visit our website: https://www.pgcruises.com/scuba/certifications and https://www.pgcruises.com/scuba/faq.

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises

Do you have to book everything through PG to get these deals or can flights be booked independently? Also, what are the odds that they would have this sale for the July 15th, Cook Islands sailing?

Ia Orana Notion of the Ocean,

Thank you for your interest in Paul Gauguin Cruises and the Cook Islands & Society Islands voyage. Here is the link to the Two-Week Sale promotion listing the sailings: https://www.pgcruises.com/august-2016-sale. If you are interested in booking one of the voyages, please contact your travel agent. We hope to welcome you aboard!

Kind Regards,

Paul Gauguin Cruises