As the year draws to a close and the Polynesian sun dips low across the horizon, Paul Gauguin Cruises invites travelers to usher in the New Year with a voyage that promises not only beauty and tranquility, but taste. This December, the celebrated Chef Tom Wong will step aboard The Gauguin to infuse its kitchens with his signature artistry, weaving together the soulful flavors of Hawaii and the refined grace of French Polynesia.
Departing December 27, 2025, the 11-night Cook Islands and Society Islands sailing traces a dreamlike course through Tahiti, Rarotonga, and the luminous atoll of Aitutaki, with a call at the line’s private islet, Motu Mahana. It’s here, amid the turquoise lagoons and gentle rhythms of the South Pacific, that Chef Wong’s culinary magic will unfold.
Known for his mastery of Pacific Rim cuisine and a career spanning more than three decades in luxury hospitality, Wong brings an intuitive touch to every plate. His menus aboard The Gauguin will feature the islands’ freshest treasures—succulent yellowfin tuna, tender mahi mahi, moonfish kissed by citrus and spice, and seasonal tropical fruits that burst with sun-drenched sweetness. Each dish, whether served at Le Grill or La Veranda, reflects his reverence for place and his belief that food should tell a story.
Guests can expect more than exquisite dining. Throughout the voyage, Chef Wong will host intimate cooking demonstrations, tastings, and culinary conversations, inviting guests to share in his passion for authentic, island-inspired fare. All programming is included as part of Paul Gauguin Cruises’ renowned all-inclusive experience.
Chef Wong’s credentials are as rich as his flavors—professor at the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone, guest chef at the James Beard House, and a familiar face from television appearances on Great Chefs of Hawaii and Cooking Across America. Yet, it’s his warmth and genuine aloha spirit that make this collaboration so special.
For those seeking a voyage that celebrates both destination and dining, Paul Gauguin’s New Year journey offers more than a luxurious escape—it offers a taste of connection, of culture, and of the moments that linger long after the last sunset fades over the Pacific.
Interested in this New Year’s voyage? Contact Sunstone Tours & Cruises today toll-free at 1-888-815-5428.
