It is always emotional for me to hear peoples enjoy there trip on the Paul Gauguin. My dad bring this ship in the early 2000 to the pacifiq ocean and my mom used to manage the local dancers call "the gauguines". My dad always wanted to bring joy and hapiness to all the people around him. I think he did great on it. I should stop talking. Love your video and thank you. Naiki
Don't miss this marvelous and unique experience. My husband and I spent 11 days on the Paul Gauguin and I would go back at any time. The scenery is unforgettable. Love the fact we were only 332 guests on the ship and because the ship is smaller you get to be close to the cost. The food and the attention from the crew staff always with a smile goes very well with this kind of destination. A cabin with a balcony is a must. You get to spend a complete day on their own island so relaxing. The color of the water with different shade of blues, amazing.
Thank you! I had the great pleasure of sailing on the Gauguin twice, both to intercept a total eclipse of the Sun. In 2005 near Pitcairn Island and in 2009 in the far north of the Cook Islands. In 2005 we had the rare privilege of landing on Pitcairn, by climbing down a Jacob’s Ladder onto the islanders’ longboat for them to take us ashore as only they have the experience necessary to ride the surf into their small and unprotected harbour. They shuttled passengers back and forth all afternoon. We got to spend an hour on Pitcairn, walking up the Hill of Difficulty to visit Adamstown. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience.
I was searching for info on the porthole room…I’m happy to know you loved it, I was afraid it would be claustrophobic as I’ve only had balconies on other ships
This ship is on our bucket list. Thanks for the great content, Gary - your presentation and energy gets better by the year! Always a pleasure to watch.
I really like how you show us cruises from ones that are off the beaten track. So many youtubers all crowd into the same ships and the ships are new but after I see them from 5 youtubers all on the same sailing there’s no incentive for me to take that ship 🤣
My wife and I have done two cruises on the PG - both times to see the solar eclipse booked through Wilderness Travel. It's awesome. The crew remembered us when we boarded the second trip. Very cool. The marina is very cool and if you SCUBA dive they have some really cool trips. I've done SCUBA trips all over and the ones I did off of the PG were close to the best. Great ship, great crew, great locations.
I really enjoy Gary your vids as they focus on smaller more culturally aware ships . I personally have on interest in the Oasis Class Ships . Barge Cruises sound very interesting . Thank you .
Very informative overview of this lovely ship. I do find it very odd that the one high priority item for folks taking cruises is to read or hear reviews of the food and you being a vegan you can't provide a complete review. You would have to rely on taking a poll of other passengers which is somewhat okay but not exactly ideal for your profession.
This is definitely one for the Bucket List! (I am catching up with your back-log. My understanding is that a comment helps with the algorythm, so I am leaving comments. However, if that is annoying/distracting, please do let me know. They are terrific videos!)
So I have watched your reviews (and subscribe) for a long time and did not realize you are a Vegan....that said how do you ever review the dining on board from a broad perspective is you can taste the majority of the food???
I have only been vegetarian for a short while. Though missing the variety of food so probably will be back eating the full range (for research purposes of course...)
Thank you for the fabulous review. We are booking for next year. My Mom wants to come and she's very sensitive to heat. Is the air conditioning good around the ship public areas and the cabins? I know this area of the world is hot and humid so I want to make sure that she can get comfortable if need be.
It is always emotional for me to hear peoples enjoy there trip on the Paul Gauguin. My dad bring this ship in the early 2000 to the pacifiq ocean and my mom used to manage the local dancers call "the gauguines". My dad always wanted to bring joy and hapiness to all the people around him. I think he did great on it. I should stop talking. Love your video and thank you. Naiki
That is beautiful thank you for sharing and God bless you and your family ! That is a beautiful legacy that he created ! xx
Don't miss this marvelous and unique experience. My husband and I spent 11 days on the Paul Gauguin and I would go back at any time. The scenery is unforgettable. Love the fact we were only 332 guests on the ship and because the ship is smaller you get to be close to the cost. The food and the attention from the crew staff always with a smile goes very well with this kind of destination. A cabin with a balcony is a must. You get to spend a complete day on their own island so relaxing. The color of the water with different shade of blues, amazing.
I agree. It was one of the very best trips ever that I have done
I agree. We sailed for 14 days with Holland America in 2018. Best cruise we ever had!
Thank you! I had the great pleasure of sailing on the Gauguin twice, both to intercept a total eclipse of the Sun. In 2005 near Pitcairn Island and in 2009 in the far north of the Cook Islands. In 2005 we had the rare privilege of landing on Pitcairn, by climbing down a Jacob’s Ladder onto the islanders’ longboat for them to take us ashore as only they have the experience necessary to ride the surf into their small and unprotected harbour. They shuttled passengers back and forth all afternoon. We got to spend an hour on Pitcairn, walking up the Hill of Difficulty to visit Adamstown. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience.
Love the Paul Gauguin! Was on it in 2003 and stayed in one of the few porthole rooms and LOVED it!
I was searching for info on the porthole room…I’m happy to know you loved it, I was afraid it would be claustrophobic as I’ve only had balconies on other ships
I used to be the pianist on this ship. Magical place, magical experiences.
This ship is on our bucket list. Thanks for the great content, Gary - your presentation and energy gets better by the year! Always a pleasure to watch.
Looks a great ship and perfect for this region. Still at the top of our to do list! Great video 😀
Thanks! It’s such an incredible trip!
I really like how you show us cruises from ones that are off the beaten track. So many youtubers all crowd into the same ships and the ships are new but after I see them from 5 youtubers all on the same sailing there’s no incentive for me to take that ship 🤣
Great to hear. I like to try things and suspected the audience does too. So good to get your feedback! Thanks for watching 😀
My first cruise and one of the best experiences in my life.
Taught me to scuba dive!
Always fantastic content. Well done & thank you! Safe travelling!
Paul Gauguin offers Single occupancy fares which makes cruising with them affordable and a definite bucket list trip.
My wife and I have done two cruises on the PG - both times to see the solar eclipse booked through Wilderness Travel. It's awesome. The crew remembered us when we boarded the second trip. Very cool. The marina is very cool and if you SCUBA dive they have some really cool trips. I've done SCUBA trips all over and the ones I did off of the PG were close to the best. Great ship, great crew, great locations.
My wife and I sailed on that ship a couple years ago. I couldn’t recommend it more highly. We had a great time!
Great to hear. It is fabulous! Thanks for watching 😀
Looks great. If I had more money I would definitely take a vacation on it
So good! The ship looks great! Good review!
It is great! Thanks for watching.
Great, I'll be cruising this July so very thankful to see your review here. Thank you! 😁😁🤙🤙💙✈️💙🙏💙😎
Thanks for pointing out the vegan options!
Thanks, a lot of people asking about these!
I really enjoy Gary your vids as they focus on smaller more culturally aware ships . I personally have on interest in the Oasis Class Ships . Barge Cruises sound very interesting . Thank you .
Awesome experience! 💙💙
Very informative overview of this lovely ship. I do find it very odd that the one high priority item for folks taking cruises is to read or hear reviews of the food and you being a vegan you can't provide a complete review. You would have to rely on taking a poll of other passengers which is somewhat okay but not exactly ideal for your profession.
This is definitely one for the Bucket List!
(I am catching up with your back-log. My understanding is that a comment helps with the algorythm, so I am leaving comments. However, if that is annoying/distracting, please do let me know. They are terrific videos!)
Thanks !!!
I see the Aranui in the background in a couple of shots. Any chance you would review that? Would love to hear your comparison with the PG.
I really want to try it. I am hoping that I will go next year....
I love your channel . however, the South Pacific is so remote I was hoping to get some information on how to pick an itinerary.
Outstanding!
Thanks for watching !
so would love to do that trip
It is a phenomenal one for sure!
4:32 is that a ghost messing with the lounge chair?
Awesome video! Is room service included?
Yes it is All Inclusive about $5500+
So I have watched your reviews (and subscribe) for a long time and did not realize you are a Vegan....that said how do you ever review the dining on board from a broad perspective is you can taste the majority of the food???
I have only been vegetarian for a short while. Though missing the variety of food so probably will be back eating the full range (for research purposes of course...)
Thank you for the fabulous review. We are booking for next year. My Mom wants to come and she's very sensitive to heat. Is the air conditioning good around the ship public areas and the cabins? I know this area of the world is hot and humid so I want to make sure that she can get comfortable if need be.
The aircon was often on the cold side as cranks up!
What cruise lines do you think offer the best food for vegetarians?
Most do now. The really big lines have huge menus and also Vegan like Royal Caribbean, Celebrity and Norwegian
How did you find the interiors. Is it fresh or a bit dated? I love the destination and I’m sure the only way tondi Tahiti is aboard the PG.
It’s great and just been updated now
Hello, I just watched you but you said nothing about shore excursions, if extra or included.
What time must you be back on board when on the Bora Bora overnight?
Have you got a bottomless pit of money to go on all these cruises or do the cruise lines are you?
heyyy!...I HAVE A BUCKET LIST TOO!!!!!...
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Excellent video! My question does not relate to the video but, could I ride the Queen Mary 2 from New York to Southampton and back again?
Yes you can. There are a lot of times through the season the ship just goes back and forwards
Its not the size of the ship, its the quality of the cruise.
I'm here to learn to say Paul Gauguin =P
a low ratio...
7 days of entertainment by some overweight Polynesian men. WOW!
testi
You lucky guy!
For me it's the perfect size.
Very beautiful interior.
I like everything Paul Gauguin except the casino maybe.
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