Reviewed by: Alison B
My fiancé and I went on the Snorkel and Sunset cruise the second week of November. The bus pick-up was extremely easy and allowed for worry-free drinks on the cruise.
The cruise was spectacular. The orientation was clear and made us both feel comfortable. The snorkel spot selected was stunning and quite safe feeling. We saw many tropical fish and even had a ray breeze past! We spotted a humpback whale breaching and so the captain took us on over for a closer look.
The Kalua pork was tasty for dinner and the crew went out of their way to make sure we were all satisfied. We were treated to a beautiful sunset and leisurely cruise back to harbor.
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| Packages: | 2.5-hour Sunset Snorkel Cruise [Oct-Mar] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/07 |
Reviewed by: Beth
This was, by far, the best 50 dollars I spent on my trip to Hawaii. Captain Ryan and Philippe were fun, safe, and on top of customer service!
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| Packages: | Now Available! Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Dan B
We were greeted at our hotel by a Cruise rep and his trainee who had a wonderful smile. We were taken to our boat and directed to our seats by a wonderful staff who all greeted us with the traditional "Aloha". The Cruise rep and his trainee (Smiley) cited on our table with tremendous professionalism and friendliness making our cruise very pleasant. The food was perfect for this cruise and everything was brought to our table in perfect order. The floor show was spectacular and it was fun seeing the traditions of dance and music. We started off during daylight and cruised the beautiful skyline of Waikiki Beach and Honolulu in the dark. Everyone had a chance to spend time outside on several different viewing areas. This was a great dinner cruise and we highly recommend it to people of all ages.
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| Packages: | Special Christmas Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/07 |
Reviewed by: kota
There were really only the two of us who were Japanese. We toasted with all-you-can-drink cocktails, took photos, and the sunset was wonderful. This was my fifth time in Hawaii, and I was very satisfied.
本当に日本人は私たち二人だけでした。中途半端な英語ですが飲み放題のカクテルで乾杯して写真を撮ったり、夕景も素晴らしく5度目のハワイですが大満足でした。
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| Packages: | 【2023年12月31日まで】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/16 |
Reviewed by: Randy M
Great maitais and wonderful evening to go sailing!!!
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| Packages: | Sunset Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/03 |
Reviewed by: Carri
We thoroughly enjoyed the sunset cruise. Extremely friendly staff and they made the experience special. Entertainment and good were great!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/06 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き
I would like to participate again♪
This was my third time joining, and the staff were kind.
I plan to go again in March, so I would like to participate.
また参加したいです♪
今回3回目の参加したのですがスタッフの方も親切でした
3月にまた行くので参加したいと思ってます
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| Packages: | 【2023年12月31日まで】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/10 |
Reviewed by: NoName
Let me start off by saying I NEVER post reviews...which I need to work on because I am always checking them out before I do/buy things. This was my boyfriend & I first trip to Hawaii so we were very excited! We chose the Five Star package because of the jazz music (we attended a luau the night before & did not want to have the same theme).
They picked us up from our hotel at 4:30 pm. From the very beginning we were treated like VIP. We were led to the top deck to have champagne & o'dourves with the captain. We also got to take a professional pic with the captain, which was cool. After that, we were led to our seat inside the ship. We had a window seat & loved it. We were a little worried about getting seasick, but it wasn't a problem. I was a little concerned about the food at first because neither one of us are into fancy food, but it was pretty good (as stated before we chose that package specifically for the music). Instead of the lobster we chose a stuffed chicken option which was my favorite! For our steak entree we asked that it was cooked well done & it was the most tender steak ever! Throughout the dinner you can step outside as you please to feel the breeze, take in the views, & take pics.
The ambiance was beautiful! There was a live pianist, saxophonist/flutist, & singer. They were great! In the end they gave us the photo we took with the captain in a nice album cover with a pic of the ship on the water. Also, all of the ladies were given a rose. The only thing I WISH I would have did was asked for another copy of the photo so my boyfriend & I can both have one :-( I didn't even think about it until we returned back to our home state. I called 3 days later to see if we could get a copy; they sent an email to the photo dept. but almost 2 weeks later & I still haven't heard anything.
Overall, I highly recommend! This is perfect for a romantic date night! The cruise lasted about 2 hrs. This was a great way to end our trip in Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Nova Five Star: Steak & Lobster, Private Table, Drinks & Entertainment |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Mary
The cruise was awesome!!! The food was great. The staff we had took such good care of us. The entertainment was off the hook at the end.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/27 |
Reviewed by: GVK & KJK
The crew & boat ride was great. The food not so much. On a scale of 1-10, we rate the food a 1. The food might have been better if it would have been warm & there was not enough table space to eat. The fireworks were great.
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| Packages: | Friday Sunset & Fireworks Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/30 |
Reviewed by: Annieben
Food was good, view was fantastic, crew was very helpful and entertaining! Fun way to spend an evening!
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/13 |
Reviewed by: 旅行者
I had a good impression from my previous experience on the Mai Tai Katamaran, so this is my second time. Last time, I took the 11 AM cruise, so this time I chose the sunset option.
Unfortunately, the weather was cloudy on the day of the cruise. I was hoping the clouds would clear by sunset, but I ended up missing the sunset I was looking forward to.
However, the Mai Tai served was easy to drink with a light alcohol content, the boat's sway was just right, and there was nice background music playing, so I still enjoyed myself even without the sunset.
I'll save the sunset for next time!
マイタイカタマランには以前に乗船して好印象でしたので、2回目です。
前回は11時の便でしたので、今回はサンセットにしました。
当日は、生憎の曇天となってしまいました。
何とか日没時までには雲が切れてくれないかな、と思っていましたが、
期待していたサンセットは見られずじまいでした。
けど、振舞われたマイタイもアルコール薄めで飲みやすいし、
船揺れも適度ですし、気の利いたBGMも流れていますしで、
サンセットなしでも楽しめました。
サンセットは次回のお楽しみということにします!
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/08 |
Reviewed by: T.Lewis
The service was great. Outstanding staff that was very professional and courteous. I would DEFINITELY recommend this service if you're looking for a special evening.
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| Packages: | Nova Five Star: Steak & Lobster, Private Table, Drinks & Entertainment |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/10 |
Reviewed by: Susan
Crew did perfect job getting us underway. Dinner was prepared with care and served by crew always attentive. The caption kept the boat in a calm channel changing position so all had the best views of sunset and moon rize.
Yes will do this one again.
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| Packages: | Standard Seating Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/27 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
From the start this cruise was amazing, We checked in and got the royal treatment. Escorted to the upper deck where we were greeted by the captain and offered snacks and drinks. We were then seated and bring on the food, every dish was great. Brandon our server was great, he mad sure everything was to our satisfaction. The maitre d came and got us just before sunset and took us out on deck where the Captain was waiting and we renewed our vows. It was very romantic. I would do this again.
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| Packages: | Vow Renewal & Five Star Luxury Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/17 |
Reviewed by: The Hudson's
Myself and my husband could not fault the experience that we had when we renewed our wedding vows. The food was great, the staff were fantastic and the ceremony that was provided was private and personal - just what we wanted. It was the perfect end to the day.
Marion and Graham Hudson - Darwin Australia
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/29 |
Reviewed by: Sandra
My first time in Hawaii and on a any type of boat. At first I was hesitant but so glad we had this unforgettable experience. Captiain, crew, music, view and Mai'tai cocktail were awesome. Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Sunset Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/24 |
Reviewed by: Judy from Brisbane
My friend and I booked onlne before we left Australa and couldn't wait! We weren't disapppointed at all. Once we left Honolulu Harbour the sail went up. Sitting there and just chilling out was awesome. Dinner was served and was really nice with more than enough food for everyone. The crew were really friendly as well. We got two free drinks and believe me, their signature Hai Tais are a must have!! Seeing dolphins slice through the water beside us was just magical. Thanks to the mate for pointing them out to us! Everyone onboard had a really great time and I would thoroughly recommend this as an absolute must in Honolulu. I could have stayed on board all night but all good things must come to an end. I would definitely go again!
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| Packages: | Standard Package 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/21 |
Reviewed by: ゾウの足跡
I have done sunset cruises in various countries, but this yacht cruise was the best I've ever experienced! There were only two groups of Japanese people, and I really felt like I finally made it to Hawaii! I was able to take lots of pictures with people from different countries, and it was so much fun! I definitely want to do this again if I get the chance! I was worried about the meeting place because there were some unclear reviews, but once I got there, it was straightforward, and there was a counter, so everything was fine. No need to worry.
いろいろな国でサンセットクルーズをやりましたが、このヨットクルーズが今までで一番サイコーに良かったです!日本人は2組だけ、やっとハワイにきたぞ!と実感しました。いろいろな国の方と写真もいっぱいとることができてとても楽しかったです!これはまた機会があればぜひやりたい!集合場所、わかりづらい口コミがあり心配しましたが、集合場所行けばその通りなにも迷うことなく、カウンターもあり大丈夫です。心配はいりません。
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/06 |
Reviewed by: ようこ
I participated with my mother, who is 61, and my daughter, who is 34.
When we first saw the boat, my mother was worried about the swaying, but as time went on, she had a very satisfied look on her face.
The Mai Tai Catamaran looks like a large yacht with an engine. When boarding, you go down to the shore and step directly onto the boat, so your feet (up to your knees) get wet in the sea. That was also fun.
About 40 to 50 guests, along with the captain (driver) and bartender, board at once. The clientele is about 80% Westerners, with the rest being Chinese and Japanese, and there were about 3 to 4 Japanese groups. It adds to the exotic atmosphere.
The captain and bartender speak English. By the way, the staff at the reception and the explanations during boarding are also in English, but as long as you follow the actions of those around you, you won’t have any trouble.
As you can see in the photo, the boat is completely outdoors, so it is directly affected by rain and wind. If you can ride on a nice day, you can see the beautiful sunset in Waikiki.
The drink bar on board offers unlimited drinks. I was recommended the cocktail "Mai Tai," which shares the same name as the boat, and most guests were drinking it. The alcohol content is low, and it tastes like tropical juice, so you need to be careful not to drink too much (there is no restroom on the boat). They also have non-alcoholic options, so my mother was drinking pineapple juice (from a can).
The boat trip lasts about an hour and a half. The sunset is breathtakingly beautiful, and we were even able to see a pod of dolphins in the distance. It's great for families and friends, but I highly recommend it for couples.
The price is quite reasonable compared to dinner cruises. I definitely plan to repeat this experience the next time I visit Hawaii.
母61歳、娘34歳の親子で参加しました。
最初に船を見たとき、母は揺れを心配していましたが、何のことはない、時間が経つにつれて大満足の顔になっていました。
マイタイ・カタマラン号はエンジン付きの大型ヨットのような形をしています。乗船する際は海岸に下りて直接乗り込むので、足元(ひざ下くらい)が海に浸かって濡れます。それもまた楽しいです。
40~50人くらいの客と、船長(運転手)、バーテンダーが一度に乗り込みます。客層は欧米人が8割、あとは中国人や日本人で、日本人は3~4組くらいでした。それも異国情緒があります。
船長やバーテンダーは英語です。ちなみに、受付の係員や乗船時の説明も英語ですが、周りの人の行動に合わせていれば困ることはありません。
船は写真のとおり、思いっきり屋外なので、雨風の影響を直に受けます。天気の良い日に乗ることができたら、とても美しいワイキキのサンセットを見ることができます。
船上のドリンクバーは飲み放題です。船と同じ名前のカクテル「マイタイ」をオススメされ、ほとんどのお客さんがそれを飲んでいました。アルコール度数は低く、トロピカルジュースみたいな味なので飲みすぎに注意する必要はあります(船にトイレはありません)。ノンアルコールも置いているので、母はパイナップルジュース(缶)を飲んでいました。
1時間半くらいの船旅です。サンセットはため息が出るほど美しく、イルカの群れを遠くに見ることもできました。家族や友人ともいいですが、カップルで乗ることをぜひオススメします。
価格もディナークルーズなどと比較するとずいぶん安価です。次回ハワイを訪れる際にも、必ずリピートしようと思っています。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/15 |
Reviewed by: ☆ハワイ大好き☆
I had a great time. About half of the participants were Japanese, and I heard some say that there were a lot of Japanese people today. The cruise was very beautiful and pleasant, and I had no issues with the 2 or 3 cocktails I enjoyed. The sunset was also amazing.
Actually, a few days ago there was a rain forecast, and I was considering canceling, but I'm glad I didn't. It was a bit cloudy, but the boat didn't sway much. This is a tour I would like to join again when I visit Hawaii.
楽しかったです。半分くらい日本人で、今日は日本人が多いなぁって言ってました。クルーズはとてもきれいで気持ちよかったし、カクテルも2,3杯いただく限りでは問題ありません。サンセットも最高でした。
実は、数日前から雨天予報で、キャンセルしようか迷ったのですが、キャンセルしないで良かったです。曇りがちだったけど、船はそんなに揺れませんでした。ハワイに行った際にはまた参加したいツアーです。
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/05 |
Reviewed by: Lenora
We went on the dinner cruise our first night in Kona. The water was pretty choppy, myself and another woman became very sea sick from the beginning of the cruise. The crew were very concern and tried to make us as comfortable as they could. My husband and mom had a great time the enjoyed the food and entertainment.
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| Packages: | Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/29 |
Reviewed by: Hawaii Kitty
My friends and I had the BEST night in Hawaii with this combo :D The drinks flowed freely (Get the shaker! TOTALLY WORTH IT!), the music was kicking, the views were awesome and the crew was on IT!
We wanted a to see the sunset and have some cocktails AND have a delicious dinner, and this fit the bill perfectly. Rather than shelling out $100 or more for a dinner cruise (basically a floating restaurant), we got to enjoy the sunset while under sail, had all of the booze we could drink (mimosas, mai tais and more!) and then had a yummy dinner that we got to grill up ourselves. Woot! Woot!
The dinner was hella tasty and it was great that we got the combo since I saw people walk up to the hostess at the restaurant and they got told that there would be an hour and a half wait. WHAT!? We checked in and got escorted right to our table. Yup! Yup!
Definitely a great choice for anyone looking to have a great island night in Waikiki~
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/14 |
Reviewed by: Silas
Ah Man! What an amazing trip. I was a bit weary on the afternoon of since the weather report was not promising any sun. But the sunset was probably the most beautiful I have ever seen. The colors that crusted the clouds were just tear jerking. The crew was so friendly and laid back, food was healthy and tasty, beer was cold, the coastline was misty, water dark blue ... it felt so good to be there at that moment. Cheers to Ocean Joy and VELTRA for making this short trip back to the islands so much fun.
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| Posted on: | 2015/10/13 |
Reviewed by: Lahn Bahn
This sail packs in so much in the perfect amount of time. Not only do you get to sail along the west coast of Oahu, but you get to visit a great snorkel spot, eat your fill of delicious food and guzzle down lots of drinks!
I have done a lot of regular dinner cruises in Hawaii and in other states, but this one is definitely the most unique and you totally get a great bang for your buck. Since you are on the west side, you are literally right there as the sun dips below the horizon, and with a steady stream of drinks and as much food as you can eat, there isn't anything better!!!
The drive is like 40 minutes from Waikiki, but the transportation was comfortable and on-time. Great option if you don't want to drive and definitely a "must do" if everyone in your party is planning on knocking back a few.
Be sure to bring some cash to buy the photos that they take of you. The photographer is fantastic and takes TONS of pictures throughout the cruise, both in and out of the water. They put it on a USB drive for you and that way you don't have to worry about snapping shots and can just focus on having fun ^_^
Best. Dinner. Snorkel. Sunset. Cruise. EVAR!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/13 |
Reviewed by: Tristan
Best snorkel cruise I've been on! The crew were great and you can tell they enjoy their jobs. They were all friendly and personable. They made the experience what is was. Unfortunately I am bad with names, but the crew member who spoke all the different languages was fantastic and so was our photographer (local girl).
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/13 |
Reviewed by: mat55555
I participated in a two-hour all-you-can-drink sunset cruise. With good music playing, I enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the lovely atmosphere! I wanted to drink a lot and soak in the ambiance, but unfortunately, this boat doesn't have a restroom... While there were plenty of elements to enjoy without drinking, it was a bit disappointing not to be able to drink much due to the lack of a restroom, especially since it was an all-you-can-drink option. However, the sunset was so breathtaking that it made me forget about that. Witnessing the moment the sun sets from the boat was incredibly romantic! I joined with two female friends, but I think this tour is perfect for couples and newlyweds. I highly recommend it! I'm glad I could participate without feeling seasick and had a great time.
2時間飲み放題のサンセットクルーズに参加しました。
良い感じの音楽とともに綺麗な景色を眺め、素敵な雰囲気!!
お酒を沢山飲んでこの雰囲気に酔いしれた~いと思ったのですが、この船トイレが無いんですね・・・。
お酒飲まなくても酔いしれる要素は充分にありましたが、せっかくの飲み放題なのにトイレが無いことによってあまり飲めないのはやや残念でした。
でも、そんなことを忘れさせてくれるかのようなサンセットは絶景です。
陽が沈んでいく瞬間を船上で拝めるなんて、何ともロマンティック!!
私は友人(女2人)と参加しましたが、カップルや新婚さんにはもってこいのツアーだと思いました。オススメです!!
船酔いもなく、楽しく参加できて良かったです。
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/01 |
Reviewed by: Chris Grieder
We decided to do this on our honeymoon and we were really glad we did !! They picked us up at our hotel and then dropped us off when it was over. Make sure you add this option as you will enjoy a few drinks and don't want to be driving back and it's far better than a cab!
The cruise itself was fantastic. Calm waters and a leisurely pace out and back all the way past diamond head watching the sun set over the city and Waikiki it was amazingly beautiful. The dinner was very good and the bartender and crew were all friendly fun and professional. I would do this every time I visit Waikiki without question!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/07 |
Reviewed by: ヒロティー
Today, the wind was strong, and we had the main sail set to one point reef (reefed sail), but as expected from a catamaran yacht, we were able to enjoy the sunset comfortably without heeling. Also, the drinks inside were all-you-can-drink, which might be great for a first round of drinks with friends! I would like to use this service again.
本日は風が強くメインセールは1ポイントリーフ(縮帆)でしたがさすがカタマランヨット、ヒールする事もなく快適にサンセットを楽しむ事ができました。また中での酒は飲み放題で友人との飲み会の一次会にも良いかな!?また利用したいと思います。
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/02 |
Reviewed by: Sam Falandes
It was a great experience, from our pick up at Waikiki to the Pier.
Everything was better than I expected, the bus had plenty of space, and the ride was smooth.
When we got to the pier we only waited for 10 minutes in order to be inside the boat.
My wife and I wanted to have a good time, since we are newlyweds and we were spending our honeymoon in Hawaii.
The food was delicious and the bartender was one of the best in Hawaii, will never forget the High Tide, it really made my night better.
It was a romantic night and the crew made the best they could in order to make us feel comfortable.
I wish to go back again in my next trip to Hawaii.
Aloha!
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| Packages: | Standard Package 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/04 |
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Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We are also pleased to hear that you enjoyed the Sunset Cocktail Cruise.
We apologize for the inconvenience regarding the restroom. The restroom is located below deck, but it is in a very difficult-to-find spot, so we will work on improving the information on the tour page to make it clearer.
Thank you for your valuable feedback despite your busy schedule.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
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