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Sailing the Dream: Tahiti, Bora Bora, and the Society and Cook Islands

The Connected Traveler
The Connected Traveler
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👁️ 291 views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 50:32
What This Creator Said
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South_pacific

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we have been the resident Cruise Line sailing in Tahiti for 25 years actually 26 years now

we're actually about $1,500 less than doing a land package simply based on the food alone

all of your beverages so it's beer Wine and Spirits throughout the day every day

we include all of the Wi-Fi and we have upgraded our internet last year to starlink

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book early to lock in the best rate and discounts
Consider the air package for a day room and transfers
Pre-book shore excursions 60 days in advance due to limited capacity
Get travel insurance for medical coverage in remote islands

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cost of food and drinks in French PolynesiaThe cruise is all-inclusive, covering meals and beverages, saving money compared to land packages
Medical care in remote islandsThe cruise line provides medical evacuation and has doctors on board for remote island visits

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is included in the cruise fare?
QWhat are the itineraries and destinations?
QHow does the pricing compare to land packages?
QAre there single supplement options?
QWhat dining options are available?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4½ Happy BaconValue Pricing4 Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconDining Specialty4 Happy BaconDining Room Service4½ Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks4½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony4 Happy BaconCabin Suite4½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Bora Bora4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Shark and Stingray Feeding
Huahini4 Happy Bacon
Moorea4½ Happy Bacon
Top: ATV Ride through Pineapple Fields
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YouTube Video Description

Come learn about the ultimate bucket list trip: Tahiti, Bora Bora, and the Society and Cook Islands. The Smoky Mtn Bears and Barbara Davis of Paul Gauguin Cruises talk about Paul Gauguin, the Tahitian specialists, some select itineraries, and the ultimate vacation dream.