Lonely Planet™ · Thorn Tree Forum · 2020

Best time to travel to the Pacific area????

Country forums / Pacific Islands & Papua New Guinea

Hello,

I want to sponsor a cruise for my mom to the Pacific but I have not idea what time of year is the most ideal for a cruise to this area OR which cruise line to take.
Any advise????
She is coming from Los Angeles, CA -

Lesley

You will probably be best travellingbetween April and October when the weather is cooler and less humid(the islands are in the tropics) and there is less chance of cyclones.
I am not able to recommend a cruise line, however, as I have never travelled the Pacific by cruise ship. (I generally prefer to go somewhere and stay for a while, or live there).

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The usual cruiselines travel in the South Pacific. If you are flying in via Los Angeles, I would recommend cruises starting in Tahiti. You could check out two locally owned ships, the Paul Gauguin and the Aranui3. I only know the Aranui from personal experience. It is a freighter cum cruise ship and a great experience. Very relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Guided land excursions, food on board and land, wine with dinner included.

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