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Entertainment and Enrichment on Paul Gauguin Cruises

Image: PHOTO: French Polynesian dance onboard Paul Gauguin Cruises. (photo via Paul Gauguin Cruises)
Image: PHOTO: French Polynesian dance onboard Paul Gauguin Cruises. (photo via Paul Gauguin Cruises)
Eric Bowman
by Eric Bowman
Last updated: 7:00 PM ET, Mon June 25, 2018

A cruise journey should be entertaining both on and off the ship.

Paul Gauguin Cruises knows how important this is for travelers. Guests onboard The Gauguin will not only be treated to amazing destinations in the South Pacific but also with fun shows, dances and more.

As you explore French Polynesia's culture and marvel at new wonders, the staff and crew are prepared to make sure your experience on the ship is just as amazing as everything off the ship.

Paul Gauguin Cruises offers exceptional service, ensuring that guests are always informed, entertained and treated like first-class.

Every voyage of The Gauguin includes a troupe of Tahitian hosts and entertainers that bring the spirit of Polynesia to life. The Les Gauguins & Les Gauguines perform traditional songs and dances. There are also hands-on demonstrations for guests to learn.

Additionally, if a couple is onboard celebrating a honeymoon or anniversary, they can attend a Polynesian blessing ceremony.

The Le Grand Salon is where all the big performances come to life on the ship.

Each night there is new entertainment to discover.

The Les Gauguins & Les Gauguines perform ote'a here, which is an intricate line dance with drums.

The Gauguin also brings local performers onboard to entertain guests, like with local South Pacific group Mamas and Papas. Their Polynesian dances and singing is always a guest favorite.

Guests can also hear live piano music, Broadway show tunes and rock music performed at the Le Grand Salon.

During the day, the Le Grand Salon hosts various lectures from anthropologists, archeologists, marine biologists and other expert guest speakers.

La Palette, a versatile lounge that hosts special events and Polynesian activities from Les Gauguines, is a terrific spot to grab a drink and dance under the stars to live music.

Another fun spot to grab a drink on The Gauguin is at Le Casino and Piano Bar. Try your hand at blackjack, roulette, slot machines and more.

Of course, a drink out by pool bar is a must. Relax in a lounge chair at the outdoor and soak in the beautiful scenery of the South Pacific.

Those superb crew members helping you throughout the voyage also put on their own show at night to entertain guests.

The Gauguin is full of entertaining shows and activities for travelers looking to experience an epic cruise vacation in the South Pacific.


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Eric Bowman is the Editor-in-Chief of TravelPulse. A graduate of The University of Georgia, Eric has been working in online media, radio and TV for over a decade. He currently lives in Georgia with his wife, daughter, and son. 

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