Reviewed by: James L.
The crews were very attentive, and the captain was awesome! A group of 4 of us went, and everyone had a great time. I would totally do this again! Thanks for the good time. Oh, and HawaiiActivities called me on the day before to remind me. Such a good service. Thank you!
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/14 |
Reviewed by: Louise Huckabay
It was my first time to snorkel and I was a little nervous but the staff helped me and my experience was amazing. They went to great lengths to see that my experience was a good one.
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/12 |
Reviewed by: CC
Not being an experienced snorkler, it was great having Alan as our guide. He took us the good locations and was very helpful the entire time. We saw hundreds of fish, a sea turtle and the scenery was just beautiful.
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Terry
Our Helicopter ride over the Big Island was the highlight of our trip. Seeing lava so close was once in a life time! Joel our pilot was awsome and had a great knowledge of the island. He put us at ease with his profesionalism and personality. What a great time!
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/09 |
Reviewed by: 東京 ミク
This was an activity I had wanted to experience for the past two or three years, and I finally got to fulfill my wish.
I wanted to see the scene of lava flowing into the sea, but since it's a natural phenomenon, it can't be helped.
The helicopter noise I had imagined was not bothersome, so it was an enjoyable experience.
2,3年前から一度体験したかったアクティビティでしたがやっと念願かないました。
溶岩が海に流れ落ちる場面を見たかったですが、自然現象なのでやむを得ないですね。
想像をしていたヘリの騒音は気にならなかったので楽しい体験でした。
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/04 |
Reviewed by: Mr.JAPAN
On October 26, my wife and I participated together. After deciding to go to Maui, snorkeling at Molokini was the first thing we planned, and our expectations were quite high. However, the clarity of the water did not disappoint, and both my wife and I were very satisfied. There seemed to be slightly fewer fish, but that might depend on the season. We also added a snorkeling experience with snuba for an extra fee, which I highly recommend. We were allowed to do it for quite a long time, and we could even take photos and videos with our own underwater camera. Both my wife and I had experience with introductory diving, but the Japanese instructor provided detailed guidance, so even beginners should have no problem. It was so much fun that I became even more eager to obtain a diving license. Moving from Molokini to observe honu (turtles) while snorkeling was truly moving for me as a turtle lover. Since we could return to the hotel by early afternoon, I think it will be a fulfilling day with plenty of time left in the afternoon!
10月26日に嫁と二人で参加しました。マウイ島に行くと決めてから、モロキニ島シュノーケリングはまず最初に決めていたし、かなり期待値は高かったのですが、期待を裏切らない透明度で私も嫁も大満足でした。魚が若干少ない気もしましたが季節にもよるのかもしれません。それからスヌーバを追加料金で体験したのですが、これはぜひお勧めです。結構長い時間やらせてもらえたし、自分で持ち込んだ水中カメラやビデオでを撮影してもらえたりしました。私も嫁も体験ダイビングの経験があったのですが日本人のインストラクターが細かく教えてくれるので初心者の方でも問題ありません。とても楽しくて、ダイビングのライセンスを益々取得したくなりました。モロキニから移動してのホヌ(カメ)観察シュノーケリングもホヌ好きの私としては何とも感動的でした。昼過ぎにはホテルに戻れるので、午後もたっぷり使えて充実した一日になると思いますよ!
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/02 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The helicopter was safer and more comfortable than I expected. It was fine even with a little wind.
The staff's service was very kind, allowing me to enjoy the experience with peace of mind.
Throughout the journey, there was a detailed explanation by the pilot, Jason, but unfortunately, it was only in English, and I could only understand parts of it. Since conversations could only be done through the microphone, even if I said, "Wow, the volcano is amazing," the person next to me couldn't hear it.
That aside, the scenery was magnificent, dynamic, and beautiful. You can see the main points of the Big Island in about two hours, so even if you don't fully understand the explanations, I think it's a very worthwhile attraction.
へりは思ったより安全で、快適でした。ちょっとくらい風が吹いても大丈夫。
スタッフのサービスはとても親切で、安心して楽しむ事ができました。
全行程でパイロットのジェイソンさんによる丁寧な解説がありましたが、残念ながら英語のみで私は部分的に分かる程度でした。マイクを通してしか会話ができないので、「わ~火山がすごいね~」とか言っても、隣の人に聞こえないのでした。
そんなことはさておき、風景は壮大で、躍動的で、美しいハワイ島の主要なポイントを約2時間で見れるため、解説があまり分からなくても、参加する価値がある、とてもいいアトラクションだと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/01 |
Reviewed by: Alison
This was a fantastic experience and very unique. Never expected the manta rays to come soo close. Hope my pics come out. Will definitely do again when I come back to the Big Island. Highly recommend for everyone, was a very easy snorkel and NOT scary at all.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/26 |
Reviewed by: toshie&miyoko
I participated in the tour on the afternoon of September 24 with a friend. The only other participants were a couple from abroad. My first visit to Hanauma Bay was beautiful and moving! It was also my first time snorkeling, and I was quite anxious (the other three were experienced), but our guide Alan explained everything in fluent Japanese, which made me feel a bit more at ease. After a little practice, we headed out to the deeper water... At first, I struggled to breathe and panicked while half drowning, but Alan held my hand the whole time, so I felt safe even when my feet couldn't touch the bottom. Gradually, I got used to it, and when I looked around, I saw so many beautiful fish swimming! I even got to see a sea turtle, and I was extremely satisfied! I was swimming the whole time, so I got a little tired, but it was so much fun. I would love to participate again when I go to Hawaii. Thank you, Alan!☆
9月24日午後のツアーに友人と二人で参加しました
他は外国人のカップル1組でした
初ハナウマ湾はきれいで感動!
シュノーケリングも初でかなり不安でしたが(私以外の3人は経験者)、ガイドのアランさんが上手な日本語で丁寧に説明してくださったのでちょっと安心。
少し練習した後、沖のほうへ・・・
最初は呼吸がうまくできず半分溺れながらパニックでしたがアランさんがずっと手をひいてくれたので足がつかなくても安心でしたよ。
だんだん慣れてきて周りを見てみるとキレイな魚がたくさん泳いでいます!
海がめにも会えたし大大大満足でした!
ずっと泳ぎっぱなしなので少し疲れますがとても楽しかったです
またハワイに行った時は参加したいと思います
アランさんありがとうございました☆
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/25 |
Reviewed by: ゆだんぼ
It had been 10 years since I last went snorkeling, but thanks to the careful instruction I received, I had a great time. However, I went with my 70-year-old parents, and it seemed that snorkeling was too much for them, so they gave up on-site. But they enjoyed the beautiful underwater fish with just their goggles.
シュノーケリングは10年ぶりだったのですが、丁寧に指導していただいたおかげで大変楽しくできました。ただ、70歳の両親と一緒に行ったのですが、彼らにはシュノーケルはムリだったようで現場で断念していました。でも水中メガネだけで美しい海中の魚たちを堪能していました。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/24 |
Reviewed by: ナミ
It was a very enjoyable tour. The guide was very proficient in Japanese, so I didn't feel too anxious about my first snorkeling experience. Also, since it was a small group tour, I think it was great for enjoying communication with other participants. We were with a couple from New York, USA, and there were a total of four of us, but we had fun chatting even with our limited English.
As for snorkeling, I was able to see many fish up close. I even saw a very large fish swimming right in front of me. There were also sea turtles! They picked us up at the hotel at 7:30 in the morning, so waking up early was a bit tough, but it might be better to go to Hanauma Bay in the morning after waking up early. This is because by the time we finished and were leaving, there was a long line of cars in the parking lot.
Also, don't forget to inform them of your shoe size when you sign up! I forgot, so the fins were a bit too big for me, and one came off while I was in the water. The guide quickly picked it up for me, though.
とても楽しいツアーでした。
ガイドさんがとても日本語が上手な方で、初めてのシュノーケリングもあまり不安に感じませんでした。
また、少人数のツアーの為、他の参加者とのコミュニケーションを楽しむことができると思います。私たちのときはアメリカのニューヨーク州から来た夫婦と一緒で、合計4名でしたが、片言の英語ながらも会話ができて楽しかったです。
シュノーケリングですが、とたくさんの魚を間近でみることができました。とても大きな魚が目の前を泳いでいくのも見えました。海がめもいましたよ!
朝の七時半にホテルに迎えに来たので、早起きが少しつらかったですが、ハナウマ湾へは早起きして午前中に行くのがいいのかもしれません。というのも私たちが終わって帰る頃には駐車場にも車の長い列ができていましたから。
それから、申し込みの時には足のサイズも知らせておくのをお忘れなく!私は忘れていたためにフィンのサイズが少し大きく、海中で一度脱げてしまいました。ガイドの方がすぐに拾ってくれましたが。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/21 |
Reviewed by: ゆか
We participated with our family on October 9. The sea in Hawaii Island is more beautiful than that of Oahu, and it's even more stunning than the White Sands and Keauhou in Hawaii Island, making it impossible not to get in. The boat is a catamaran, so there’s no rocking, and the kids jumped in dozens of times from the slide and diving board. It was also great to have fresh water showers available. The location is just a three-minute walk from the Sheraton where we were staying. I highly recommend it.
10/09に家族で参加してきました。
ハワイ島の海はオアフ島より綺麗なのですが、ハワイ島のホワイト・サンドやケアウホウよりも更に綺麗な海で、入らずにはいられません。船もカタマランなので揺れることも無く、滑り台やジャンプ台など、子供たちは何十回と飛び込んでいましたし、真水のシャワーがあるのもよかっです。
場所はシェラトンに宿泊していたので、歩いて3分といったところです。お薦めします。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/20 |
Reviewed by: David and JoAnn Judd
If you like snorkelling mixed with a little history, this trip is a must. We have snorkelled all over Hawaii and this is as good as it gets. The water is crystal clear, the coral is beautiful, and the fish, turtles, and spinner dolphins just complete a perfect day! Captain Ken tells you all about the monument and the events that led to Captain Cook's demise. As we arrived at Captain Cook, we found ourselves in the middle of a pod of well over 150 spinner dolphins who were playing in the area that day. They remained there the entire day! And on the ride home, we had a lot of fun mixed with several stops at caves or other points of interest where Ken would tell you the 'story' or explain the legend! This was just a great trip to a beautiful location. We will do it again the next time we am on the Big Island!
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/17 |
Reviewed by: My Wife and I
My wife and I had a great time on the boat, the
Captain was very good at knowing the laws governing the missle base, he slowed going up the coast after hearing over the radio they were going to launch a missle. He and the crew kept a sharp eye on the surface for any ocean activity that he could get close to while we slowed, when we got past the site he showed us some incredible scenery on the Na pali shore, my wife and I thought it was the most beautiful area we have ever seen. The snorkeling part was the only draw back, it just seemed like we were the ten thousand and one boat load of people to visit that spot. The water was nice but it was just a time killer. Overall it was worth the money and the time, The Captain and Crew did a great job, it was well worth the trip.
Sorry have not downloaded any pictures yet.
The Frisby's
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/17 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was my second time in Hawaii, and I participated in snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay. Unfortunately, the weather was unusually cloudy for Hawaii that day. I was worried about whether I would be able to enjoy the beautiful sea, but I was able to enjoy it nonetheless.
By the way, I tend to get very seasick, and that was my only concern, but I managed to get through the trip without any seasickness.
I have participated in snorkeling several times in Japan and Hawaii, but this was the most beautiful and enjoyable experience. Since it was a memorable trip, I’m glad I was able to create good memories. I definitely want to participate again next time.
今回2回目のハワイで、ケアラケクワ湾の主ノーケリングに参加しました。残念ながら当日はハワイでは非常にめずらしい曇り空でした。当日は曇りで、きれいな海が見られるのか心配でしたがきれいな海を楽しむ事ができました。
ちなみに私は非常に乗り物酔いがはげしく唯一それが心配でしが、船酔いもなく無事に過ごすことができました。
今まで何度か日本国内やハワイでのシュノーケリングに参加したことがありましたが今回が一番きれいで楽しめました。記念の旅行だったので良い思い出ができよかったです。
是非、次の機会にも参加したいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/13 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Unfortunately, the day of the tour was cloudy and a bit cold, but thanks to the beautiful sea and the cheerful staff, I was able to enjoy myself very much. I was also able to see sea turtles, which made for a great experience. I definitely want to participate again next time.
あいにくツアーの日は曇りで少し寒かったのですが、
キレイな海と明るいスタッフの人達のおかげでとても楽しむ事ができました。
ウミガメも見ることができたし、いい経験になりました。
また、次の機会にも是非参加したいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/11 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
I was one of the unlucky guests who experienced sea sickness. Looking back I think I could have avoided this unfortunate condition if I had consumed more water before and during the tour. I think a motion sickness medicine would have been good for me as well. I haven't had a lot of experience with boat tours, so I wasn't sure what to expect. I will next time. Even though I was sick during half of this tour I would still recommend it. The captain and crew were awesome! They were very attentive and provided a lot of information about the Na Pali coast, which is remote and beautiful. They went out of there way to make sure everyone had what they needed to have a great time. Actually, the next time I'm in Kauai I would try this tour again with the precautions I mentioned earlier. I would highly recommend this tour.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/07 |
Reviewed by: Danielle
Had an absolute BLAST!! The crew was great and very entertaining. They were really helpful to first time snorkelers and were very welcoming. We truly enjoyed every moment (except for the brief heavy rain).
Since we were not staying in Waikiki, we drove ourselves and had a little trouble finding the place, but called and got more detailed directions and still made it in plenty of time.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/07 |
Reviewed by: 海カメ子
It was an option tour that exceeded my expectations. I'm glad I signed up. I bought snorkeling shoes from Japan just in case, but they provided shoes as well, and they lent us mats and had life jackets available. I brought a waterproof case for my valuables, but Alan let me put my belongings in a large case he brought, so I didn't need the waterproof case. They also provided mineral water and snacks, so I only needed to bring a bath towel; everything was prepared for us. I dislike getting sunburned, so I brought a rash guard, which helped me avoid burning my shoulders. As a beginner, I was worried about whether I could snorkel, but they taught me patiently, and I was able to breathe well and clear water from my nose without panicking, which surprised me. The reason I, who have poor athletic ability, was able to snorkel for the first time was that Alan held my hand and guided me the whole time! I felt very safe swimming. Thank you so much. Although the price was a bit higher than others, the experience was worth more than the cost. I saw a sea turtle right after I started swimming, and there were many fish; the scenery was so beautiful that it felt like I was watching a video!
期待以上のオプションツアーでした。申し込んで良かったです。シュノーケリングのシューズを念のため日本から買って着たけど、ちゃんとシューズも付いてました、ゴザも貸してくれて、ライフジャケットありました、貴重品を入れる為防水ケースも持ってきたけど、アランさんが持ってきた大きなケースに荷物を入れさせてくれたから、防水ケースも必要無しでした、ミネラルウォーターとスナックもあり、バスタオルだけ持って行けば良いほど、全て用意してくれていました、 私は焼けるのが嫌なのでラッシュガードを持って来ました、お陰で肩が焼けずにすんでよかった。初心者なのでシュノーケリング出来るか心配でしたが、丁寧教えてくれて、上手に息継ぎが出来、鼻の水抜きも慌て無く上手に出来自分でもビックリです、どうして運動神経が悪い私が初めてからシュノーケリングが出来たのはアランさんが初めてから最後までずうと私の手を引っ張って泳いでくれたからです!!とても安心して泳げました♪本当にありがとうございました。他より高めの値段ですが、値段以上の体験出来ました。海ガメも泳ぎ初めてすぐ見れ魚も沢山いて今みてる景色が綺麗でまるでビデオでも見てるような気がしたほどです♪
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/07 |
Reviewed by: swanson
We would highly recommend this adventure to everyone. The guide was awesome and made the experience just wonderful. We had a group of 8 which was really nice.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/04 |
Reviewed by: みゅう
I went to Hawaii for the first time. I was really interested in the sandbar, so I participated in this option. It was even more beautiful and wonderful than I had seen in photos. It felt great, and I’m really glad I joined. However, there weren't many fish, so it might have been more fun if there were more fish around. Also, the time spent in the ocean was a bit short, so I would have appreciated a longer duration. The staff, including a Japanese person, provided thorough explanations from start to finish, which made me feel reassured. I highly recommend it.
初めてハワイに行きました。サンドバーがすごく気になっていたので、このオプションに参加しました。
写真で見てた以上に綺麗で素敵でした。気持ち良くて参加してみてすごく良かったです。
ただ、魚がほとんどいなかったので、魚がたくさんいる所だともっと楽しかったかもしれないです。あと、海にいる時間が少し短かったので、もう少し長いと嬉しかったです。
スタッフも日本人の方が最初から最後まで丁寧に説明などしてくれたので、安心だと思います。
すごくお勧めです。
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Tina
Very fun activity when water is clear and the sun is shining :)
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/18 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was an excellent adventure. A little more about the type of "cruise" would have been helpful on the internet and booking information.
It's wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed our staff, and all that you experienced out on the water! Thank you so much for joining us and for your awesome review! Mahalo and Aloha
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/17 |
Reviewed by: Sheena
The staff on this boat is amazing! They provide a great breakfast with bagels, fruit, etc. They also have a BBQ lunch whereas most other boats only provide deli sandwiches. Unlimited drinks too. We only had about 80 people on our boat so it was really roomy (usual capacity is 120 or so). They also provide high quality underwater cameras (for a fee) and they document the trip in a video and photo CD which you can also buy. Definitely try snuba if your budget allows! The instructor is terrific! 5 stars all the way! Absolutely no complaints!
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/16 |
Reviewed by: Donny
It was an absolute pleasure spending the day w/these guys, they were extremely hospitable, made sure we had something to drink as soon as we borded, made sure everyone was entertained and that nobody had empty plates in there hands. There were 2 locations, the first was the sand bar where you could either play volley ball or you can have a practice run with your snorkle gear, we opted for snorkeling even tho there really werent any fish but we managed to keep ourselves occupied. The water is gorgeous! After re-bording the Barefoot I, they had a nice lunch spread out for us, and you can purchase beers for i think about 4 bux a pop. We then moved on to our next location which was a reef, it was the best snorkeling experience i've had, lots of fish, caves, a sea turtle & an octopus (which i didnt get to see), it seemed that we got to spend alot of time in the water which was really kewl! On the way back, the driver was pointing out movie locations and stuff, such as Gilligan's Island
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The sea of heaven. It's truly the best. It feels great! Moreover, there are places where you can walk even if you can't swim, so I had no worries at all. After that, we went snorkeling at the tropical fish and sea turtle spots, but I was so scared at the tropical fish spot that I skipped entering the water at the sea turtle spot. Still, I was satisfied to see a turtle floating by. The fun Hawaiian vibe and the guide's talk really got everyone excited. When my body got wet, even though the temperature was high, it felt so cold that my teeth were chattering. It was about 35 degrees that day... I definitely recommend bringing a jacket. Next time, I want to learn a bit of swimming and participate again!
天国の海。本当に最高です。気持ちがいい!しかも泳げなくても歩けるところなので、全く心配ありませんでした。その後の熱帯魚と海がめスポットでのシュノーケリングでしたが、熱帯魚スポットでびびった私は海がめのスポットでは恐ろしくて入水をパスしました。それでも浮いてきた亀を見れたので満足です。ハワイアンの楽しいノリとガイドさんのトークでものすごく盛り上がりました。体が水にぬれると、気温は高くても歯がガクガクするほど寒く感じました。当日も35度くらいあったのに…是非上着を持参することをお勧めします。今度は少し泳ぎを覚えて、また是非参加したいです!
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Nancy
This was our first time trying Snuba and I don't know where to begin. Hawaii activities was great about following up with us to remind us of our event. The crew for our event was exceptional!!! We had snorkeled the day before with another charter that was good but hands down the crew on this boat was the best. As we boarded the boat they took our pictures and they had a separate film guy that took footage while we were on the boat and under the water in both places we dived. If you're not sure about scuba diving then try snuba first. It allows you the freedom of being under the water without wearing tanks. Good indicator if you're going to like scuba.
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was my husband and I first time in Hawaii and our 1st activity was snorkeling in Hanauma Bay. Our guided snorkel tour, Allyn was very helpful and he brought snacks and drinks for us that was well needed for this activity. Equipments were provided. The snorkeling was awesome; we were taken to about 8 feet or more of water and had a chance to swim with the fishes. Hanauma Bay is beautiful but with this hands-on experience, we both learned to appreciate it. There were tons of fishes out there as we were snorkeling and we also had a chance to get very close to the corals. Overall, my husband and I enjoyed this very much. Thank you so much.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/08 |
Reviewed by: llira
We absolutely enjoyed the Fair Wind Catamaran Cruise activity. The crew was friendly and very accomodating, the snorkeling location was absolutely beautiful and was filled with sea life and the experience overall was wonderful. Definitely recommend this activity. Will definitely repeat this activity when we visit the Big Island again.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/08 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Staff is AWESOME and VERY helpful in getting you what you need and want. Lunch was ok. Choice of 2 different places to choose meal. Would do it again.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/07 |
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It was a pleasure to have you aboard and we are thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed it and how well taken care of and informed you were. Thank you again for joining us! Mahalo and Aloha