🏆 Cruise Battle: Windstar Star Breeze vs. Paul Gauguin Cruises (Tahiti 2025)
🛏️ Cabins & Balconies
Windstar Star Breeze:
Spacious cabins, modern design, but most lack true balconies (just French balconies on select suites).
Score: 8/10 😎
Paul Gauguin Cruises:
Most staterooms have real private balconies—slightly smaller overall, but that oceanview morning coffee is unbeatable.
Score: 9/10 🌅
🍽️ Dining & Drinks
Windstar:
Delicious food, diverse restaurants, but many drinks and experiences cost extra.
Score: 7.5/10 🍴
Paul Gauguin:
Everything is all-inclusive—relax and forget about your onboard bill!
Score: 9.5/10 🍾
💰 Price & Value
Windstar:
Attractive prices for a luxury product, but you’ll need extra budget for add-ons (drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities).
Score: 8/10 💸
Paul Gauguin:
Higher upfront price, but almost nothing else to pay on board.
Score: 8.5/10 💵
🌴 Itineraries & Destinations
Windstar:
Visits rare islands (like the Marquesas!), flexible itineraries, and adventure vibes.
Score: 9/10 🗺️
Paul Gauguin:
Sails to Fiji, the Cook Islands, and offers classic Tahiti, all with authentic Polynesian experiences.
Score: 9.5/10 🏝️
🎉 Onboard Atmosphere & Activities
Windstar:
Chill, yacht-style vibe, fewer organized activities and small shows.
Score: 7/10 🌊
Paul Gauguin:
Polynesian shows, the famous Les Gauguines troupe, and a constant feeling of tropical celebration.
Score: 9/10 🌺
👩👩👦 Who is each cruise for?
Windstar:
Perfect for couples, explorers, travelers who want quiet, space, flexibility, and aren’t obsessed with all-inclusive.
Paul Gauguin:
Best for incurable romantics, all-inclusive fans, lovers of Polynesian culture, and anyone wanting a “private club on the sea” vibe.
🎯 Final Verdict – Who Wins?
Want a balcony, unlimited cocktails, and Polynesian entertainment?
Paul Gauguin is the queen of exotic luxury! 🌺🍹
Want more space in your stateroom, rare stops, and that yacht feeling?
Windstar is your winner! ⚓✨
Truth?
No matter which you pick, you’ll return home grinning and with thousands of Instagram-worthy photos! 📸
