Smoking is prohibited in all suites, staterooms and private balconies. Pipe smoking is not allowed anywhere on board. There are designated areas on the vessel where smoking is permitted: on The Gauguin, these include the forward outdoor areas on Deck 5 (starboard and port sides), La Palette (outside area, starboard side only), and the Bar Du Soleil (starboard side only). Cigar smoking is permitted only at La Palette.