Helicopter ride over Mamanuca Islands in Fiji

Paul Gauguin looking to Expand

Richard Bailey, Chairman of Paul Gaugin Cruises is looking to add a second ship to the fleet. Paul Gauguin Cruises currently have one ship, the 332 passenger Paul Gauguin. The ship has recently been upgraded and had an additional 26 balcony cabins added along with an upgraded spa and more outdoor dining. The ship is defintitely an incredibly luxurious Polynesian experience and fantastic value for travellers.

Paul Gauguin cruises as reported earlier here was sold to Pacific Beachcomber who also own and operate the InterContinental Resorts in French Polynesia.

Now Richard Bailey is looking to purchase a small ship to add to the fleet and put together combination 4 night cruises with 4 night hotel stays, which I think is a brilliant idea and a great way to see Tahiti and her islands.

The question is, what ship is he eyeing for this new expansion?
I don't have any insight, but suspect since Nomade Yachting has gone to private charters only, their is a good chance they may look at selling one of their stunning yachts - the Tu Moana or the Ti'a Moana.

Time will tell - but I think it would be a great move and make for some fantastic Tahiti vacation packages! Having sailed on the Tu Moana when it first came out, it still ranks as one of the most memorable vacation experiences of my life and I would definitely recommend it to my clients.



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Tokoriki Island Resort, Fiji - My recent Visit

Fiji - Rydges Hideaway Resort - visit in April 2010

Outrigger on the Lagoon Slides from visit April 2010

Nomade Yachting Bora Bora - Ready for the Solar Eclipse

Nomade Yachting Bora Bora will position their ship the Ti'a Moana in the Tuamotu Archipelago to meet the total Solar Eclipse on July 11th, 2010.

The 6 nights / 7 days cruise will depart from Fakarava on July 08th and visit Tahanea, Motutunga (on July 11th, the Eclipse day), Kauehi, Toau before cruising back to Fakarava on July 14th.

Nomade Yachting offers one of the best cruise expereinces in French Polynesia. With no details overlooked the cruise is sure to satisfy even the most discerning traveller.

Hilton Moorea gets a Makeover

In an effort to modernize the hotel and emphasize the Polynesian flair, The Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa has been undergoing renovations over the past year.

All overwater Bungalows are completed and now features new bathrooms, new furniture and new curtains.In addition to renovating the 54 overwater units, the plans also call for the renovation of the remaining units such as the garden bungalows.

Set to re-open early 2010, all garden Bungalows will be remodeled and will feature new bathrooms and new terraces with small private pools.Please note that in order to avoid any inconvenience, all garden units will be closed from September 21, 2009 until the end of the year.

During that period, only the overwater bungalows will be available to guests. The existing bookings for the garden and beach units will be automatically upgraded to overwater bungalows. The renovations will not cause any disturbances to guests who will be staying in overwater bungalows during that time.