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Interactive conference: secret wonders of French Polynesia onboard Le Paul Gauguin | PONANT

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👁️ 555 views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 56:33
What This Creator Said
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South_pacific · 7 nightsFrom Papeete

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I do believe it is one trip you should do once in your life

the ship it has been built to go inside the lagoons so she has been especially built to go to these places

the crew per guest ratio is 1.5 one among the highest at Sea

the diving is amazing that's for sure one of the best place to dive in the world

Creator's Tips & Advice

Visit between August and October for whale season
Book excursions in advance as they are not included
Bring a jacket for the gala evening
Consider a pre or post cruise program to extend your stay

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Long flight to French PolynesiaIt's worth the trip; consider using miles for upgrades and expect a stop in the US or Vancouver
Cost of the tripA cruise is cheaper than hopping between islands by plane and staying in hotels

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the best time to go to French Polynesia?
QWhat is the ship experience like on Le Paul Gauguin?
QWhat are the itinerary options?
QAre there activities for non-divers?
QIs the cruise suitable for solo travelers?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4½ Happy BaconValue Pricing4 Happy BaconLoyalty Program3½ Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy BaconDining Main4½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4 Happy BaconDining Room Service4 Happy BaconCabin Balcony4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Bora Bora4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Lagoon tour
Fakarava4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Diving excursions
Moorea4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Pearl Farm visit
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YouTube Video Description

As Le Paul Gauguin celebrates its 25th anniversary, a gentle breeze is blowing through the air. This anniversary marks the advent of a ship emblematic of a destination: the South Pacific. During this conference, let yourself be surprised by the PAUL GAUGUIN Croisières experience, with emblematic voyages and original itineraries. Discover the voyages aboard the Paul Gauguin: https://en.ponant.com/cruises/on-board/vessel-le-paul-gauguin Follow us on our social networking pages: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ponantEN/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ponant/ • LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/compagnie-du-ponant/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/ponant_cruises/ • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lecommandantcharcot/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeCommandantCharcot/ • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ponantcruises And get inspired by our online magazine Escales: https://escales.ponant.com/