Reviewed by: Sharon
Our day at Pearl Harbor was poignant and thought provoking about one of the United States' greatest experiences with man's inhumanity to man. It made us proud that we persevered and eventually won this horrible war, but saddened and overwhelmed that so many lost their lives in this effort. As for what could be improved in the commercial experience, I would recommend fliers accompany the headsets we rented for the Arizona tour to provide better information regarding how to work them. We had difficulty working these, and turned them in early before realizing how they should work. We arrived late for our tour time due to rental car issues, so it is possible this criticism is unfair as we had to rush to make the start of our tour. Aside from that it was wonderfully educational and I would recommend it to everyone. It's a great place simply to sit and contemplate what might have been.
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| Packages: | Passport to Pearl Harbor |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/06 |
Reviewed by: Dobergirl
We had a few hours to spend on Oahu between the time we left our cruise ship and our mid-afternoon airplane departure, so of course we set up our tour through Platinum Limousine Service. We had previously experienced a wonderful one day tour, but there were still sights to see. Pua picked my husband and me up from the cruise ship dock on time in a Cadillac Escalade, perfect for our luggage, too. We love these Escalades, because they allow a higher vantage point while driving around the island. Pua asked us where we had been, and then quickly mapped out a tour for a few hours of sights we hadn't seen. We saw different picturesque views of Diamond Head and Waikiki, and drove into the crater. We drove the perimeter of Diamond Head, seeing the lighthouse and stopped at scenic overlooks while Pua explained films that had been made there, or history about the area. She took us to see two different blowholes on the east coast, and the beautiful town of Kailua -- our favorite on Oahu. At Pua's suggestion, we ate lunch at Buzz's, across from the beautiful beach in Kailua, and it was delicious! I have never tasted such a wonderful squid steak, and our lunches were perfect. We drove along the coastline and then across the island to the airport, stopping at the Nu'uanu/Pali Lookout over the tunnel through the mountain, where the winds blow in a famous updraft that will take your hat off your head if you aren't paying attention, but which has gorgeous views of the island and the ocean beyond. Pua was an excellent guide, and knows the history of her island and willingly shares information on local customs and traditions. She is fun and personable. If you have a few hours or a day, set up a trip with Platinum Limousine Service. You won't be sorry.
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| Packages: | Luxury SUV Cadillac Escalade (Up to 5 Passengers) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/26 |
Reviewed by: KathyCalifornia
We asked for, and got, a day long tour of the island that took us where the locals ate, played, surfed, and shopped. Our driver, Kevin, grew up and the island and was the perfect guided and host. The car was in excellent condition, the air conditioning worked well, and was comfortable to travel in for our day long trip.
Thank you, Kathy, for choosing Platinum Limousine, we are glad you enjoyed yourself in Hawaii. We will convey your message to our driver.
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| Packages: | Cadillac Escalade Luxury SUV (Up to 5 Passengers) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Jenny
When I booked the Early Bird Whale Watch Cruise for the 15th April, it was my only opportunity to possibly see some whales. I knew it was the last day of the Star of Honolulu Whale Watch Cuises and I may not necessarily see any whales, and unfortunately we didn't. But that didn't stop me from having an absolutely wonderful time. There were not may 'tourists' on this cruise, probably because it was the end of the season, and we were allowed to wonder about the boat freely. The staff were very informative, and really made us all feel very welcome. I spent my time walking about the ship taking some wonderful photos and talking to other tourists and staff. It was a beautiful sunny day, though a bit windy. To be out on the water on such a beautiful day with some fantastic people was a joy. It was a disappointment we didn't see whales, but a gamble I took when booking. The company guarantees you will see whales, in the event that you dont, they give vouchers for a free cruise, valid for 12 months.
Next time I go to Oahu it will be in January, and I can redeem the free cruise voucher.
I would recommend the Star of Honolulu whale watch cruises, the ship is beautiful and clean, the staff are fantastic, and the scenery is beautiful.
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| Packages: | 2-hour Morning Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/15 |
Reviewed by: 森田多美
I knew from a TV show that you can drive to a place over 4200 meters high, which is even higher than Mount Fuji, but I really wanted to go there myself! The day I participated, the weather was great, and I could see both the sunset and the stars clearly.
At the center where we stopped for altitude acclimatization, I was able to see the silver swords, a silver plant that only exists in the Himalayas and Mauna Kea. Luckily, I also saw some silver swords blooming, which are said to bloom only once every four years, making them very rare. They looked similar to butterbur, so I didn't take a photo, but I wish I had. (The image shows them before blooming.)
On the way to the summit, you can also see some quite unique scenery, like the Subaru Telescope and the red soil mountains. Depending on the weather, you might even see the red flames of Kilauea during the final stargazing explanation if you take a photo. If you have experience climbing Mount Fuji, you can't help but feel that you have to go here since it's so easy to reach such a high place! It was amazing!
富士山よりも標高が高い4200m越えの場所まで車で行けるのはテレビで以前見て
知っていましたが、実際に行ってみたい!と思い立ち参加させて頂きましが
本当に行くべきですね!
参加させていただいた日は天候もよく、夕陽も星もよく見えました。
高度順応のために立ち寄るセンターも、ヒマラヤ山脈とマウナケアでしか生息していない
silver swords(銀剣草)という銀色の植物を見ることができます。運よくこれいがいにお花が咲いている銀剣草も見られました。4年?に一度しか咲かないそうでとても珍しいそうです。
フキノトウに似ていたので写真を撮らなかったのですが、撮ればよかったです。
(画像は咲く前の状態です)
また頂上までには、すばる天文台や、赤土の山などなかなか珍しい景色や場所も見ることができます。天候によっては最後の星空解説の際に写真を撮るとキラウエアの赤い炎も見ることができます。 富士山登山経験があれば、こんなに楽に高い場所までこれるなんて行くしかない!って感じです。素晴らしかったです!
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| Packages: | 1名様プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/16 |
Reviewed by: Monty Magnet
Taking this tour was very helpful in making sure we made the most out of our visit. Our guide gave us a detailed review of the area so that we were able to make an informed decision on our activities. I would definitely recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/22 |
Reviewed by: Cheryl Galindo
We celebrated a 25 th anniversary, and had a fantastic time. The crew was friendly and fun.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/19 |
Reviewed by: Mary
Amazing day! We learned so much!! Everything was very well organized from start to end. Our guide, Guy, was funny and very informative about the island and the sites we were visiting. I would highly recommend this trip to everyone except perhaps those with very small children or people needing wheelchair assistance. It can be done but the pace is pretty fast. The Mighty Mo was our favorite part.
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| Packages: | Premium Tour: Arizona Memorial, USS Missouri, Bowfin Submarine & Aviation Museum |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/03 |
Reviewed by: Nhids
This 1 1/2 hr activity is really good for those who doesn't have upper body strength to do kayak to get to grotto which is a beautiful mystical place. The whole family enjoyed very much the ride and the entertainment whose voice is the future IZ. The staff were all awesome! Thank you all for making our day great!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/30 |
Reviewed by: Kathy
My sister and I went on this tour with Jim Carey as our guide. We were picked up right from our hotel and then were gone all day. Jim was extremely knowledgeable about the Island of Hawaii as well as the folklore of the Hawaiian culture. It was fun to hear about all of the history of Hawaii and learn about the sites we were seeing, with such depth of knowledge that Jim brought. We stopped at Rainbow Falls (no rainbow, but the falls were wonderful). One aspect we both enjoyed a lot was going through one of the lava tubes near the volcano!
The lunch and dinner provided was excellent, we both enjoyed it. The whole tour was long - and by the end of the day we were tired, however we would recommend it to anyone wanting to learn about Hawaii and see many different sites along the way. Before heading back to the hotel we saw the lava glow located near the Jagger Museum, which was amazing to view at night. We had a great day!
Aloha! Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience. We are so happy to hear that you had such a great day with Jim. He is a wonderful guide whose Hawaiiana stories have quickly become a guest favorite! We're glad that you enjoyed all of the stops and treats along the way. That majestic glow from the lava lake after dinner is truly an amazing sight that leaves a lasting impression! Mahalo for the kind words and we hope to see you next time you visit the Big Island.
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/18 |
Reviewed by: 62歳・女性です
My first solo trip abroad. It was also my first time arranging and taking a shuttle bus by myself... The flight was delayed by an hour. However, at the Roberts check-in counter, there was a staff member who spoke Japanese, and they handled everything properly despite the delay. They dropped us off in order based on a list with the names of the hotels where guests were staying. They put a sticker with the hotel name on my suitcase, so I didn't have to worry even if the driver couldn't speak Japanese. They also came to pick me up with plenty of time to spare for the return trip, which was really reassuring. Thank you to the drivers for your safe driving!
初めての海外一人旅。シャトルバスを自分で手配して、乗るなんてことも初めて…1時間もフライトが遅延。でも、ロバーツのチェックインカウンターには日本語を話すスタッフがいて、遅延があっても、ちゃんと対応してくれています。ゲストと宿泊するホテル名が書かれた、リストを基に順番に降ろしてくれます。スーツケースには宿泊するホテルの名前を書いたシールを張ってくれるので、ドライバーは日本語が話せなくても、心配がありません。帰りも十分な余裕を持った時間に迎えに来てくれるので、本当に安心でした。ドライバーさんたち、安全運転、有難うございました!
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| Packages: | ワイキキ→空港 |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/17 |
Reviewed by: Kelly and Darren
This is a wonderful dinner cruise! From the onset, the staff and crew catered to our every need. Our server, Kahleo (sp?) was a doll! We chose the tenderloin and all-you-can-eat crab meal and have to say, it was excellent! The tenderloin was cooked perfectly and the crab was hot and plentiful! Our window seat table was awesome. I'm amazed how the crew can serve so many people a hot, wonderful meal! Fantastic cruise up to Diamond Head ending with a beautiful fireworks display. A ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ evening! Would definitely recommend to anyone considering a dinner cruise!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/22 |
Reviewed by: ユキコ
At the secret beach in the morning, we had unlimited experiences with stand-up paddleboarding and canoeing, and we had a great time playing. Toward the end, we were taken a bit offshore on a board and were thrilled to see several swimming sea turtles up close. During the afternoon movie location tour, the Japanese bus guide entertained us with fun stories, and we enjoyed the beautiful views of the mountains and the sea. I'm really glad I made a reservation! 😊
午前中のシークレットビーチではサップやカヌーが体験し放題で、夢中になって遊びました。終盤にボードで少し沖に連れて行ってもらい、泳ぐウミガメを何匹も間近に見れて感動しました。午後の映画ロケ地ツアーでは日本語のバスガイドさんが楽しいお話しで盛り上げてくれて、山と海の景色が堪能できました。予約して本当によかったです(^^)
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Thalav
Knowledgable and friendly Guide. He had it well organized.
We got to see a lot more of the city, picking up and dropping guests from various hotels.
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| Packages: | Honolulu City Highlights & Pearl Harbor Visitor Center [9:00 AM] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/31 |
Reviewed by: Hide&Keiko
I felt a bit anxious about participating since we were going over 4000 meters at the summit of Mauna Kea, but thanks to our guide Matt's careful attention, I was able to enjoy the experience without any troubles and bring home wonderful memories!
After being picked up at the hotel, we set off towards Mauna Kea with a total of 10 people. At first, I was a bit taken aback by Matt's high energy, but his cheerful chants of "yoisho, korasho, dokkoisho" were quite delightful, and before we knew it, we arrived at the Onizuka Visitor Center while enjoying the scenery from the car window. Here, we had an early dinner with warm miso soup and a bento box. After a break for altitude acclimatization, we headed to the summit.
That day, we were fortunate with the weather; it wasn't as cold as I had expected. Still, I was grateful for the down jacket and gloves that were provided. The sunset, with the sun sinking and changing the colors of the horizon's gradient, was a breathtaking sight from the 4000-meter summit.
The stargazing afterward was also enjoyable, and we were able to see Jupiter and the moon through a telescope with explanations. I was once again impressed by the flow of the tour, which highlighted unique points, the sense of security, and the professional guidance with photo opportunities and constellation explanations.
Thank you, Matt, for a truly enjoyable experience. If you visit the Big Island, I absolutely recommend the sunset at Mauna Kea; it offers a breathtaking view that you can't experience through shopping or dining. Aloha!!
マウナケア山頂4000m越えということで、多少の不安を感じての参加でしたが、ガイドのまっちゃんの細かい配慮のおかげでトラブルもなく楽しく感動の思い出を持ち帰る事ができました!
ホテルへお迎え後、総勢10名でマウナケアへ向けて出発。まっちゃんのハイテンションに最初は少し引いたものの「よいしょ、こらしょ、どっこいしょ」の掛け声が何とも愉快で、車窓の景色を楽しみながら、あっという間にオニヅカビジターセンター到着。
ここでは温かいお味噌汁とお弁当で早めの夕食。高度順応をかねて休憩後山頂へ。
この日は天候にも恵まれ思っていたほど寒くなく、それでも貸してもらえる上下セットのダウンや手袋帽子はありがたかったです。
沈んでゆく太陽の光が地平線のグラデーションの色を刻々とかえてゆくサンセット。
4000Mの山頂からみるサンセットはまさに息をのむ光景でした。
その後の星空観察も楽しく、美しい星空も望遠鏡で木星、月面を解説付きで見せて頂きました。
ツアーならではのポイントをおさえた流れと安心感に加えて写真撮影、星座解説などプロのガイドだなぁと改めて感心しました。
ガイドのまっちゃん、ありがとう、本当に楽しめましたよ。
ハワイ島に来たらマウナケアのサンセット絶対おすすめです、ショッピングや食事では味わえない心に残る光景が広がっています。
Aloha!!
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| Packages: | <4月限定>☆会員限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/15 |
Reviewed by: Richard
Great crew a very fun time for my wife and son and myself. Food was good desserts were good.
Hilight of the cruise was the sighting of a whale.
The M C was very friendly and our waiter Max could not have been more helpful.
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/19 |
Reviewed by: Cheryl M
We had a great time! Juan, our tour guide, was fabulous! What a wonderful time. Everyone on the bus was entertained as well as having a good time. We were exhausted by the end of the day and it was worth it!
Highly recommended. Everyone in your party will get to be a sightseer and have a driver to do the work!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/19 |
Reviewed by: Kim Wood
We loved our afternoon river cruise! The entertainment was great and the fern grotto was breathtaking! Staff members were warm and very inviting! We will recommend this activity to others!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/17 |
Reviewed by: みー。
It was a breeze to reach the summit while chatting with Mr. Kunisaki in the car, even though I was worried I might get car sick!
It was so much fun and became a lifelong memory. The sunset and the starry sky were incredible! Also, the delicious bento and warm miso soup (with green onions!) were great.
The warm tea and cookies we enjoyed under the starry sky overflowed with everyone’s hospitality!!
I’m so glad I went to Hawaii Island for my first overseas trip with my mother!
Thank you for the wonderful memories.
I’ll look for "Summer Love Triangle" in Japan too (laughs).
Also, the honey that Mr. Kunisaki recommended was super delicious! I only bought two, but I wish I had bought more (^ - ^).
お迎えの車から、国東さんと話しっぱなして、車酔いするかな?と思っていた山頂まであっという間でした!
凄く楽しく、一生の思い出になりました。
あんな夕日と、満天の星空!
あと、美味しかったお弁当&温かい味噌汁(ネギ入り!)
星空の下で頂いた、温かい紅茶とクッキー
皆さんの、おもてなしの気持ちが溢れていました!!
初めての母との海外旅行、ハワイ島に行って良かったです!
素敵な思い出をありがとうございました。
日本でも「夏の三角関係 」探してみます(笑)
あと、国東さんがオススメしてくれたはちみつスッゴク美味しかったです!
二個しか買わなかったけど、爆買すれば良かったなー(^-^)
Dear Mi,
Thank you for participating in our Mauna Kea tour. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the sunset and the starry sky. On the Big Island, you can also savor freshly caught seafood and abalone, so we all look forward to your next visit.
Nobu
みー様
今回は弊社のマウナケア山のツアーにご参加いただきましてありがとうございました。夕日と満天の星空にご満足をいただけたようで何よりです。ハワイ島には獲れたての魚介や新鮮なアワビもご賞味していただけますので、またのご来島をスタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております。ノブ
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| Packages: | 2名様以上プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/06 |
Reviewed by: Dru
I really feel like this river cruise is special, you get to see and hear how this culture has evolved.. The singing is fantastic and the commentary is great as well. Such a nice family!
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/17 |
Reviewed by: けなぽ
I was looking forward to whale watching! I was worried about whether I would actually see a whale, but I was able to see them properly. I saw a mother and calf whale.
After that, a few more showed up, but they were quite far away, just showing a bit of their bodies above the surface, and there wasn't the big splash I was hoping for. However, the scenery was wonderful, and I enjoyed the cruise, so I was very satisfied.
I want to see a whale make a big splash someday, so if I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii, I definitely want to participate again.
楽しみにしていたホエールウォッチング!クジラが実際に見られるか不安でしたがちゃんと見ることできました。
親子クジラ見えました。
その後も何頭か姿を見せてくれましたが、距離的には遠く水面から少し胴体を出すくらいで、期待していた胴体を水面にザッパーンとかはありませんでした。
ですが、景色も素晴らしかったしクルーズとしても楽しめたので大満足でした。
いつかザッパーンするクジラが見たいのでハワイに行く機会があったら是非また参加したいと思います。
Thank you very much for boarding the Star of Honolulu. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to welcoming you again.
Reservation Department
この度、スターオブホノルル号にご乗船頂き、誠に有難うございました。
お楽しみ頂けた様で大変嬉しく思っております。
皆様の又のお越しをお待ち申し上げております。
予約課
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| Packages: | お子様乗船料無料キャンペーン!午前プラン(朝食付き)+ワイキキ往復送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/10 |
Reviewed by: やすこ・O
There was construction in front of the hotel and the roads were very congested, so we couldn't arrive on time. However, when I checked with the driver of the car that arrived earlier, they kindly informed me of the approximate wait time, which was reassuring. At first, I thought the pickup time was a bit early, but it was likely planned considering the road construction. While waiting, I noticed the frequency of Roberts' services. They drop each passenger off at their respective airline check-in counters, which was very helpful.
ホテルの前で工事していたのと道路が非常に渋滞していたので、時間通りというわけにはいきませんでしたが、先に到着した車のドライバーさんに確認すると大体の待ち時間を教えてくださったので安心でした。申し込み当初はちょっとお迎えが早いかなと思いましたが、きっと道路の工事などを勘案してのピックアップ時間ということだったのでしょう。待っているとロバーツの便数の多さがわかりました。それぞれの乗客の利用航空会社のチェックインカウンターの所に降ろしてくださるので、大変助かりました。
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| Packages: | ワイキキ→空港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/15 |
Reviewed by: Michele
We stared the day with a happy welcome from our guide and driver Jim. He had been a truck driver for most of his life so I felt very comfortable with his driving. From the very start to the end of the day Jim regaled us with his knowledge of the history, biology, geology, stories, songs and politics of this beautiful island. Our first stop was lunch at a pretty park. Lunch was delicious and healthy. We saw waterfalls, volcanos, steam vents and many different types of wild animals. We took an afternoon coffee break at the Big Island Candies shop where we enjoyed a free cup of Kona coffee and tasted many samples of the best cookies. Of course I had to buy at least one box. That evening we ate dinner and had drinks at a nice old lodge by the volcano. We enjoyed the company of the other guests. We all agreed dinner was great. The clouds had cleared and we were able to see the errie red glow of the lava and did some star gazing with Jim's high powered binoculars. The air was chilly up on the mountain and Jim made us hot chocolate and coffee to warm us up. On the way back to our hotels we watched a very interesting video of the history of the volcano with many amazing close up shots of inside and lava flows. It turned out to be a wonderful day and my husband and I agreed we were glad we went and it was worth every penny.
Aloha! Mahalo for joining us on our Deluxe Volcano Experience. We are so happy to hear that you had such a wonderful day with Jim. He is a wonderfully knowledgeable guide whose love for Hawaii shines through his songs and stories of the island. So glad to hear you enjoyed all of the sights and meals along the way. It's pretty hard to walk out of Big Island Candies without buying something with all of the amazing goodies they have there! Even with some cloud coverage, the lava lake is such a majestic sight to see, but when those clouds move, WOW! Mahalo for your kind words and we hope to see you next time you visit the Big Island!
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| Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/14 |
Reviewed by: まきゆか
During the drive from the pickup location to Mauna Kea, we listened to the guide's explanations and interesting stories, making the long journey enjoyable. We had dinner at the Onizuka Visitor Center, where they provided miso soup, creating a warm and comforting moment. It was quite cold near the summit of Mauna Kea, but they lent us warm clothing, allowing us to take our time and enjoy the sunset. The weather was great, and we were able to see a beautiful sunset from the best spot; it was the most stunning sunset I have ever witnessed.
After the sun set, we descended to about 3,500 meters and enjoyed stargazing. The guide mentioned that since it was the day after a new moon, we could see stars up to magnitude 6, which is usually difficult to see. Starting with the North Star and the Big Dipper, we explored the twelve zodiac constellations, the Southern Cross, and the winter Milky Way, with the guide providing detailed explanations using a laser pointer while incorporating Greek mythology. Here, we were served warm tea and chocolate chip cookies, which helped warm our chilled bodies as we enjoyed the beautiful starry sky. Thank you to our guide, Matsuzaki-san, for this wonderful experience!
ピックアップ場所からマウナケアまでの車内でもガイドの方の説明や、面白い話を聞き、長旅ではあったが、楽しい道中でした。オニズカビジターセンターにて夕食のお弁当。お味噌汁なども用意されており、ほっと温まる時間でした。マウナケア山頂付近はかなり冷えていましたが、防寒着を上下貸してくれたので、ゆっくりと夕日を見ることができました。天気も良く、美しい夕日をベストスポットで見ることができ、今までで見たサンセットで1番美しい景色でした。
日が沈んでから山を3500m程のところまで降り、星空鑑賞をしました。 この日は新月の翌日で普段は難しい6等星まで見えるとガイドの方がおっしゃっていました。 北極星と北斗七星から始まり黄道12星座、南十字星、冬の天の川などギリシャ神話を交えながらレザーポインターを使って丁寧に説明して下さいました。ここでは温かい紅茶とチョコレートチップクッキーが振る舞われ、冷えた身体を暖めながら美しい星空を堪能できました。今回お世話になったガイドの松崎さん、ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | <4月限定>☆会員限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/08 |
Reviewed by: Rita & Alan
Our guide - Rosario - was well informed and jovial. As there were only 7 of us on the trip Rosario was able to spend more time showing us interesting points on the island. The Canyon itself was beautiful although the River Cruise was a bit naff
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/03 |
Reviewed by: Olivia
Had a lots of fun and a good activity to see the sunset
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/21 |
Reviewed by: Penny
Wonderful time very peaceful. All the people were very friendly like family.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Sue Williams
We had a great driver. He was very pleasant and informative. We learned a lot. We particularly enjoyed the Bowfin submarine. We had kids ages 8 and 10. It was very interesting. The movie about the history of Pearl Harbor very moving. The USS Mossouri was interesting but made tour a bit long for the kids. I would recommend the shorter tour of heading home after the Arizona Memorial if you have young kids. Submarine was highlight for us for the day.
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| Packages: | [8:30 AM] Ko Olina Departure |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Joanne Brewer
I am sure I have done this, but will do it again"our visit to Pearl Harbor, was thought provoking,informative, sad, educational and enlightening. The story of Pearl Harbor is a tragic era in our modern history. As an Australian, I empathise with the Americans for the way their service people and civilians were attacked, violated and killed at that time in history. The war in the Pacific involved a list of countries. My place of work, is named after a Hospital Ship "Centaur "..this boat belonged to the Australian fleet. It was bombed off the coast of Queensland, north of Brisbane.....it had the flag stipulating its identity as a Hospital Ship, but was still attacked by a Japanese submarine. Many innocent people lost their lives on that day also, same as in Pearl Harbor. Our freer was sensational, his knowledge and wit were unbelievable..
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| Packages: | Standard Tour [No Lunch] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/24 |
Reviewed by: コディ
Hiking in the rainforest was refreshing. Our guide, Terry, provided explanations in English (making it easy to understand even for those who are not good at English), so I was able to enjoy and learn at the same time.
熱帯雨林の中をハイキング、リフレッシュ出来ました。ガイドのテリーさんが、英語で説明(英語が苦手な人にも分かるように)をしながら案内してくれるので、学びながら楽しめました。
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| Packages: | マノアバレーハイキング |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/04/13 |
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