Paul Gauguin Cruises' 330-guest m/s Paul Gauguin is set to undergo a comprehensive seven-week dry-dock refurbishment in Singapore during February and March 2025. The multimillion-dollar renovation will introduce significant upgrades to the ship's design and sustainability features.
The improvements include eight new connecting staterooms on Deck 7 to accommodate multi-generational travelers, a complete redesign of Le Grill restaurant with floor-to-ceiling views, featuring white wood screens, ceramic tiles and new lighting, and a pool deck renovation with a white canopy, cabana-style seating and a new mosaic pool facade. Sustainable technology upgrades are also planned to reduce environmental impact.
"Our vision for this refurbishment is deeply rooted in our ongoing commitment to delivering an authentic experience that reflects the beauty and culture of French Polynesia," said Herve Gastinel, CEO and chief sustainability officer of Ponant Explorations Group.
The design by Stirling Design International will incorporate detailed latticework, canvas fixtures and warm wood finishes to complement the tropical locale. Sustainable technology enhancements will include advanced heat recovery systems, an Organic Rankine Cycle system for electricity generation and a new seawater treatment system to produce fresh water onboard.
Aesthetic changes will also include the addition of the Ponant three-sail icon on the ship's stack and the Paul Gauguin Cruises' logo on Deck 8, with gray accents on the white hull.
Following the refurbishment, the ship will launch two unique sailings in its 2025 Boutique Crossing Collection: a 14-night Singapore to Australia journey and a 16-night Australia to Fiji one. The m/s Paul Gauguin will then return to its regular 7- to 14-night itineraries exploring the Society Islands, Tuamotus, Cook Islands and Marquesas.
Editor’s Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by Paul Gauguin Cruises. It was reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.
