Paul Gauguin Cruises was awarded by the readers of Porthole Cruise Magazine  for "Best cruise itineraries to the South Pacific" in the annual "Readers Choice 14th", for third consecutive year.

Several thousand readers voted on a variety of categories of cruises in the annual awards survey has given this award. The full list of winners can be found on the website of the magazine and  their web site www.porthole.com.

The award recognizes all Gauguin shipping routes during the year 2012. "With a luxury ship built specifically to sail in smaller ports in the South Pacific, Paul Gauguin Cruises offers some of the most beautiful and unspoiled itineraries than any cruise guest can experience," says Bill Panoff, editor in chief of Porthole Cruise Magazine. "Our readers are discerning travelers who expect the highest standards of quality products and services for cruise lines and destinations. Having received the seal of approval is truly an honor for the winners and a fitting tribute to the hard work and commitment that characterizes the international cruise industry. "

Gauguin's Travels in French Polynesia and the South Pacific offer travelers a number of islands with exquisite white sand beaches, turquoise lagoons, mountains and mist laden Polynesian culture.

Itineraries in 2013 include: 7 nights in Tahiti and the Society Islands, 10 nights and Tuamotu Islands Society, 11 nights in the Cook Islands and Society Islands, 11 nights in the Society Islands and the Marquesas and Tuamotu and 14 nights in Society Islands.