Reviewed by: Bobby
This was my second time to go to the Island Breeze Luau. We really enjoyed the staff, food, and the show! This is really a special show. The cast really seems to enjoy the songs and dance. A smile says a lot and they smile a lot! Don't miss it. If you have not seen a Island show make this one the one you go to see!
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/09 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This year, I participated with my family. Since it was a bit far from Waikiki, I was unsure whether to choose a nearby show, but it was definitely the right decision to attend this show. As others have commented, the final Horizon show is breathtaking. A friend strongly recommended it, saying they attend every time they go to Oahu, and I was skeptical, but now I completely understand what my friend meant. Next time I participate, I want to enjoy a tour that goes during the day.
今年ファミリーで参加しました。ワイキキから少し遠いので近場のショーにするか否か迷ったのですが、このショーに参加して大正解でした。
他の方のコメントにあるように最後のホライズンショーは圧巻です。
友人がオアフに行くたびに毎回参加するということで強く勧められ半信半疑でしたが、今では友人の言うことがよくわかります。
今度参加するときは、昼間から行くツアーで楽しみたいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/05 |
Reviewed by: nemonemo
ALOHA!
I see. Just like the reviews from experienced travelers said, my wife and I were the only Japanese tourists.
No matter if I looked to the right or the left, it felt like I was in the West!
The guide on the BUS was chatting away. It was so fast that I couldn't keep up with the interpretation.
Moreover, since we went on the same day we arrived, my brain wasn't in English mode and I was sleepy...
I feel like both my wife and I were mostly asleep while moving on the BUS. I think I occasionally woke up and said "TOW" or something.
The BUS number was 2.
Before the stage started, there were various performances happening here and there, but with my sleepy head, I couldn't really understand what was going on.
However, these activities were fine even without understanding the language.
They were peeling coconuts with stakes stuck in the ground, climbing coconut trees, and doing hula lessons.
The stage show during dinner was wonderful.
At one point, it got dark, and I thought, "Oh, is it already over? They can't just turn off the lights, can they?" But that was just the beginning.
There was a fire dance and amazing lighting effects, and I had a great time.
The roots of HAWAIIAN culture can be understood through the dance and costumes, tracing back from Southeast Asia to Micronesia, Polynesia, and then to the Hawaiian Islands.
It was a great learning experience.
MAHALO! Soon to be 60, nemonemo.
ALOHA!
ナルホド。経験者の口コミ通り、日本人観光客はワタクシメと家内の二人だけでした。
右を向いても左を見ても、欧米かっ!って感じでした。
BUSの中で、しゃべりまくるガイドのオネーサン。
早すぎて、通訳が間に合いませんでした。
しかも、到着したその日に行ったので、頭が英語の脳になってないのと、眠いのと・・・。
ワタクシメも家内も、BUSで移動中は殆んど、寝てたような気がします。
時々目覚めてTOWとか言ってた様な気がします。
BUSの車番が2号車なんですが。
ステージが始まる前にアチコチで、いろんなパフォーマンスをやる訳ですが、寝ぼけの頭ではなんだか判らなくって。
でも、これらは、言葉が通じなくても平気ですねぇ。
椰子の実を、地面にさした杭で剥いたり、椰子の木の早登り
をやったり、hulaのレッスンをやってたり。
食事中のステージのショーも素敵でした。
途中で、暗くなったんで、アレ、もう終りかヨ。照明を消すことはネェじゃねぇかよ。って思ってたら、ソレからが本番
ファイアーダンスが有ったり、素晴しい照明効果で、充分たのしんだんです。
HAWAIIANのルーツは、東南アジアからミクロネシアポリネシアそしてハワイ諸島ってのが、ダンスと衣装でわかります。
いいお勉強になりましたよ。
MAHALO! 間も無く還暦のnemonemo
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
I have been to Luau's before (on Maui and on Oahu) and was disappointed with this one. It was so "commercial" and lacking in the real feel of island music and culture. I suppose it was way bigger than any other I had been to so the sheer numbers make it a logistical problem.
I like to see something more genuine than that.
I had been to the Polynesian Cultural Centre and consider that they covered what I was looking for in a much more genuine mannner. That sort of concert material combined with a "real" cooking of food in the earth would have been better. There was not even any steam as the food was taken out of the "earth oven" - an anticlimax.
Our bus tour driver was dreadful but the staff at the actual site were brilliant. Overall though a disappointment.
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/01 |
Reviewed by: Don
Was not a full half day tour. Not enough time to see most attractions. Dinner and show only. Upgrade to prime rib/seafood buffet does not include luau setting. Shell lei was not as good as a flowered lei and no rememberance picture taken. Food and show were excellant.
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/01 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
皆さん、アロハ。これはハワイでの馴染みの挨拶ですよね。しかし、私は「アロハ」という言葉には3つの意味があることを知りませんでした。ハワイ、フィジー、サモア、トンガ、タヒチの人々を総称してポリネシア人と呼ぶことは知っていましたが、「アオテアロア」という言葉が存在することを初めて知りました。これを知ることができたのは、今回訪問したポリネシア・カルチャー・センターでした。
今回初めてのオアフ島旅行。右も左も分からず不安でいっぱいでしたが、旅慣れた友達が一緒に行ってくれたので、その不安も少し和らぎました。しかし、その友達が「折角のオアフ島旅行だから、ぜひポリネシア・カルチャー・センターへ行った方が良いよ。」と言って予約を入れてくれたので、一人で行くことになりました。送迎が付いているから大丈夫と言われましたが、それでも不安でいっぱいでした。しかし、そんな心配はどこ吹く風で、全然大丈夫でした。言葉が一番の不安でしたが、送迎バスのガイドさんは少し頼りない感じでしたが、日本語でいろいろ説明してくれました。センターに着いても、日本語ができるガイドさんがいて、言葉の不安は全く必要なく、いつの間にかそんなことを気にすることなく、いろいろなアトラクションやショーを楽しむことができました。
ポリネシア・カルチャー・センターでは、サモア、アオテアロア、フィジー、ハワイ、タヒチ、トンガの民族ごとに村を形成していて、ある村では火起こしの実演を面白おかしくしていたり、ある村ではその島にあるゲームや踊りを教えてくれたり、ある村ではイレズミや槍投げなど、いろいろな体験ができるようになっています。その過程でガイドさんが各民族の挨拶の言葉を、覚えやすいように面白おかしく教えてくれました。例えば、ある民族の挨拶言葉に「キアオラ」というのがありますが、これをガイドさんが野球選手のバッターボックスに立つ真似をして、「今は引退してしまいましたが、オリックスブルーウェーブの清原選手で覚えてください。」と言って、全部で6個教えてくれました。他を知りたければぜひポリネシア・カルチャー・センターへ。その他にも、ハワイ神殿ツアー、カヌーツアー、巨大スクリーンで楽しむ映画などもありますよ。そして、最後にイブニングショー「ホライズ...
皆さ~ん、アロ~ハ~。ハワイでの御馴染みの挨拶ですよね。でも、私は、この「アロハ」という言葉の意味に3つの意味がある事を知りませんでした。ハワイ、フィジー、サモア、トンガ、タヒチの人達を総称してポリネシア人というのを知っていましたが、他にも、「アオテアロア」というのが存在するという事を始めて知りました。こんな事を知る事が出来たのが今回訪問した「ポルネシア・カルチャー・センター」でした。
今回初めてのオアフ島旅行。右も左も分からず不安一杯でしたが、旅慣れをした友達が一緒に行ってくれたので、そんな不安も幾分か和らいでいました。しかし、その友達が「折角のオアフ島旅行だから、是非ともポリネシア・カルチャー・センターへ言った方が良いよ。」という事で予約を入れてくれていて、一人で行く事になりました。送迎が付いているから大丈夫という事でしたが、それでも不安で不安で、大丈夫かな、なんて思っていましたが、そんな心配も何処吹く風か、全然大丈夫でした。とにかく一番の不安が言葉だったのですが、送迎バスのガイドさん、少し頼りない感じでしたが、日本語で色々説明してくれました。センターへ着いても、日本語が出来るガイドさんが着いてくれて、言葉の不安は全く必要なく、何時の間にかそんな事を気にする事無く、色々なアトラクションやショーを楽しむ事が出来ました。
ポルネシア・カルチャー・センターでは、サモア・アオテアロア・フィジー・ハワイ・タヒチ・トンガの民族ごとに村を形成していて、ある村では火起こしの実演を面白可笑しくしていたり、ある村ではその島にあるゲームや踊りを教えてくれたり、ある村ではイレズミや槍投げ等、色々な体験が出来るようになっています。その過程でガイドさんが各民族の挨拶の言葉を、覚えやすいように面白可笑しく教えてくれたりしました。そうですね、例えばある民族の挨拶言葉に「キアオラ」というのがあるのですが、これをガイドさんが、野球選手のバッターボックスにたつ真似をして、今は引退してしまいましたが、オリックスブルーウェーブズの「清原(キヨハラ)選手で覚えて下さい。」なんていう感じで全部で6個教えてくれました。他を知りたければ是非とも、ポリネシア・カルチャーセンターへ。他にも、ハワイ神殿ツアー、カヌーツアー、巨大スクリーンで楽しむ映画とかもありますよ。そして、最後にイブニングショー「ホライズ
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/29 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Hawaii is always fun to visit. This time, I'm traveling with my daughter, who is visiting Hawaii for the first time. I thought about where to take her, and the first place that came to mind was definitely the Polynesian Cultural Center.
I have visited Hawaii several times, but I find myself drawn to the Polynesian Cultural Center almost every time. It's a great spot to learn about Hawaiian culture and customs, and the entertainment quality is very high, making it a satisfying experience. I quickly booked our tickets through Alan1.net along with other activities via the internet. A confirmation email was sent shortly after, and all I had to do was print the voucher in that email and hand it to the person picking us up on the day of the visit. At first, I wondered if such a simple method would be okay, but now that the trip is over, I had no issues at all.
For participating in the Polynesian Cultural Center, there are courses starting in the afternoon, including the Super Ambassador, Deluxe, and Standard courses. We chose the Deluxe course (there are also options that include a tour around the island or courses starting in the evening). The Deluxe course features a small group of about 15 people for the center's tour, includes seafood for dinner, and provides front-row seats for the main event show. I had participated in the Standard course in the past, but I highly recommend the Deluxe course.
On the day of our visit, it unfortunately rained, but thanks to our cheerful guide from Shikoku who picked us up at the hotel around noon, the bus ride from Waikiki was over in no time. Upon arriving at the center, our guide changed to an American from Colorado, who spoke Japanese without any issues. By the way, the guides and staff at the center are students from Brigham Young University Hawaii, which is part of the same organization as the religious group (Mormon Church) that operates the center.
With the guidance of the Colorado guide, we visited villages representing various cultures that have come to Hawaii over the ages (Hawaii, Samoa, Aotearoa (New Zealand), Fiji, Tahiti, Marquesas, Tonga, etc.), watched shows, learned hula dancing, made traditional crafts, and even took a canoe tour to each village. Unfortunately, due to the rain, the canoe pageant was moved indoors to a theater, but it was still an impressive pageant.
なんど訪れても楽しいハワイ。今回は娘と二人旅です。娘は初ハワイなので、どこに連れて行こうか考えましたが、真っ先に浮かんだのが、やはりポリネシア文化センターでした。
私は何度か、ハワイは経験済みですが、ほとんど行く度にこのポリネシア文化センターに足が向いてしまいます。ハワイの文化や習慣を知ることができる上に、エンタテーメントとしての完成度も高く、満足できるスポットだからです。早速インターネットを通じ、他のアクティビティと共にAlan1.netさんで申し込みました。予約の確認は、程なくメールを通じて送られてきました。このメールの中にあるバウチャーをプリントし、当日、迎えの人に渡すだけです。始めはこんな簡単な方法で大丈夫かなと思っていましたが、旅を終えた今、問題はありませんでした。
ポリネシア文化センターへの参加方法は、昼からのコースでは、スーパーアンバサダー、デラックス、そしてスタンダードコースがありましたが、私たちはデラックスコースを選びました(他に、島内一周が付いてるのや夕方からのコースなどもあります)。このデラックスコースは、センター内の案内が、15名程度の小人数で、夕食に海鮮類が付き、そしてメインイベントのショウを見る席が前方になります。スタンダードコースで過去参加したことがありましたが、このデラックスコースはお勧めです。
さて当日は生憎の雨でしたが、お昼にホテル迎えにきてくれた、四国出身の陽気なガイドさんの案内もあってワイキキから約1時のバス道中はあっと言う間でした。
センターに着くと、ガイドさんが変わり、コロラド出身のアメリカ人でしたが、日本語は問題ありませんでした。因みに、このガイドさん達や、センター内で働いている人は、隣のブリガムヤング大学ハワイ校の学生さん達で、大学はこのセンターを運営している宗教団体(モルモン教)と同じ組織だそうです。そのコロラド人ガイドさんの案内で、遠い昔からこのハワイにやってきたいろんな民族(ハワイ、サモア、アオテアロア(ニュージーランド)、フィージー、タヒチ、マーケサス、トンガ等)の村を訪れ、ショーを見たり、フラダンスを習ったり、伝統的な工芸品を作ったり、又カヌーに乗って各村へのツアーもしました。残念だったのはこの日は雨で、カヌーページェントが室内のシアターに変わりましたが、それでも迫力あるページェントでした。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Very nice, but would have been nice to have our meal and THEN enjoy entertainment (singing, dancing) as it took too long and didn't allow anytime to visit the villages for anyone who may have finished their meal and want to see the center more than the canoe ride. Horizons was awesome!
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Yoshimi
This was my first visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center on my fifth trip to Hawaii, and I really enjoyed it. I've seen various hula shows before, but both the daytime show on the water and the nighttime show in the grand hall were impressive and enjoyable.
There were many dancers, and each one had incredible energy. The show is structured around the different ethnic groups from the islands of Polynesia, so even though they all appear to be Polynesian, you can see the distinct characteristics of each tribe, whether they are more cautious, spirited, or laid-back. This added depth to the experience, as you could feel the intensity through their expressions and movements. I highly recommend sitting in the front row where you can see their expressions clearly!
The park is divided into different villages, and it feels like you are visiting each village either by walking or canoeing. Each village has its own shows and activity areas, making it a fun place for families and friends. Our guide was a student from a nearby university, and their attentiveness, speaking skills, and knowledge were impressive for a student.
I had a fulfilling half-day experience, not just in Hawaii but also interacting with various Polynesian tribes from different islands!
5回目のハワイではじめてのポリネシア文化センターでしたが楽しめました。今までいろんなフラショーを見ましたが、水上でみるお昼のショーも、大ホールで見る夜のショーもどちらも迫力あって楽しめました。
踊り子さんの人数も多いのですが、一人一人のパワーがスゴイです。ポリネシアの島々に住んでいるそれぞれの民族を分けてショーが構成されているので、一見同じポリネシア人に見えても、警戒心の強いの種族だったり、血の気の多い種族、おっとりの種族だったりと自分なりのイメージをもちつつ見ることができてより見ごたえがありました。それぞれ表情や体全体の動きからそういうところまで感じられる迫力ある空間です。是非!ショーは表情の見える前席で!!!
園内はそれぞれの村に別れ構成されていて、歩いたりカヌーでそれぞれの村を訪れるような感じです。また、それぞれの村ごとにショーや体験コーナーがあり家族や友達と楽しめる場所ですね。ガイドさんは隣の大学の学生の方がしてくれましたが、学生とは思えない気配りとしゃべり、知識でした。すばらしい。
ハワイだけでなくいろんな島を巡っていろんな種族のポリネシアの方に触れ合った様な充実の半日が過ごせました!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/24 |
Reviewed by: S. Denning
Beast luau i've been to, reconmend getting there early to walk through the incredible gardens after the short tour. The staff is top notch, the food is incredible and the intertainment is worth every penny. I would recomend this to anyone and everyone going to Kaua'i.
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/22 |
Reviewed by: Lisa B.
This was great and well worth the money. I would have liked to stay longer in a couple of areas and there were some activities that we didn't get to do because of time. I would suggest taking snacks or packing a picnic as you really didn't have time to buy a lunch. At a couple of the attractions you were offered ice cream to buy, but not anything more substantial. Both the dinner entertainment and the Polynesian show after dinner were awesome. Going back a 2nd time, I would go on my own and wander.
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/17 |
Reviewed by: Brooke, from Kansas
What an awesome luau! It was our first time to Oahu, and our first time to a luau, and we highly recommend going to Paradise Cove!
The hostess on board our bus (#6) was funny and engaged the crowd. The events leading up to the meal, and show were quite entertaining, and the drinks from the bar were YUMMY!!
I made a bracelet from fresh flowers and TI leaves, and I even got a tattoo.
The show was AMAZING, and the food was quite good, too! We only chose the basic package, with 2 drinks, shell leis, and buffet seating, and were really happy with everything! Buy the photo they take when you arrive...great souvenir!
Can't wait to come back when my kids are a little older - we will definitely bring the family to
Paradise Cove next time!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/17 |
Reviewed by: こざる
There are attractions and experiences, so you won't get bored. The night show was impressive and very enjoyable.
アトラクションや体験もできて飽きません。夜のショーは迫力があってとても楽しめました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/15 |
Reviewed by: Mary
We loved the tram ride, beautiful grounds with peacocks and more, the great food at the luau, friendly people, a wonderful show! The covered pavilions made it pleasant! It was nice to have our picture taken and available for purchase. We liked having the luau in one place and the show in another. Wear mosquito repellent!
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/15 |
Reviewed by: LizFerguson
My family and I absolutely loved visiting the Polynesian Cultural Center while in Oahu. I highly recommend spending the extra money and getting the Ambassador All day package. You will get a very personal tour guide (we had Diliana and she was awesome!) of all the Polynesian villages. My husband gets bored pretty easily and not ONCE did he get restless during the entire day. You are kept well entertained and learn a lot about the Polynesian cultures. The luau and the food was great, and the Night Show was fantastic! Very high energy and entertaining. I highly recommend visiting the PCC !
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/13 |
Reviewed by: Lisa B
Despite the drizzly weather, this was a blast. Met lots of new people. The entertainment was all really good. Our tour guide was very funny and kept us entertained on the way out and back.
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/12 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I recommend this for those who want to see something truly Hawaiian! I participated in the deluxe course package with dinner and a show starting in the evening. They picked me up from the hotel around 4:00 PM, and we arrived at the Polynesian Cultural Center in about an hour and a half. The student guide on the bus shared various interesting stories about Hawaii, which was very enjoyable. The dinner was a buffet with Hawaiian cuisine and some simple Japanese dishes, offering a wide variety. The show lasted about an hour and a half and was exciting from start to finish—it went by in a flash! We even gave a standing ovation at the end, and it was a lot of fun. The explanations in Japanese made it easy to understand and very engaging.
何かハワイらしいものを見たい!!という方にお勧めです。
私は夕方からのデラックスコースでディナーとショーのパックに参加しました。16:00くらいにホテルにピックアップしに来てくれ、ポリネシアン文化センターまで約1時間半で到着。バスの中では学生ガイドさんがハワイの色々な話をしてくれとても面白かったです。ディナーはバイキングでハワイ料理・簡単な和食があり種類も多かったです。ショーは約1時間半で最初から最後まで大盛り上がりであっと言うまでした。最後はスタンディングオべーションまで出て楽しかったです。日本語での説明も入るのでわかりやすく見ごたえがありました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/12 |
Reviewed by: mt2000
I participated in the "All-Day Deluxe" experience. Fortunately, I was able to join via monitor, and I am very satisfied. On the bus there, I believe it was Mr. James Mori, who provided a very rich and enjoyable guide. I learned a lot from the history discussions.
After arriving, we were guided by locals in a group of about ten people to various places. I think it lasted around three hours. It was quite tiring... Since there was hardly any free time for sightseeing, I would have liked about an hour for that.
Dinner was a buffet, and as everyone has reviewed, there was a great variety and it was very delicious. The show was in the middle row, the best spot for viewing. It was very impressive, and I think it's worth seeing just for that.
「昼から満喫、オールデイ・デラックス」に参加しました。
運良くモニターで参加することができ、とても満足しています。
行きのバスで、ジェームス森?さんだったと思いますが、
とても内容の濃い楽しいガイドでした。歴史の話も勉強に
なりました。
到着してからは10人くらいのグループでいろいろなところを
現地の方にガイドしてもらいました。だいたい3時間くらいだったと思います。結構疲れました・・・・自由での見学時間はほとんどなかったので、1時間くらいはそういった時間が欲しかったです。
夕食はバイキングでしたが、みなさんのレビュー通り、
とても種類も豊富でとてもおいしかったです。
ショーは真ん中の列で一番見やすい場所でした。とても
迫力があり、これだけのためでもみる価値はあると思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/10 |
Reviewed by: hiromana
I was amazed from start to finish. I wish I could have enjoyed it more if I understood English... I definitely want to go again on my next trip to Hawaii.
最初から最後まで驚きっぱなしでした。英語がわかればもっと楽しめたのに...。次のハワイ旅行でも必ず行こうと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/09 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I heard from a friend who is a Hawaii expert (having visited over ten times) that there are must-visit places in Hawaii, and at first, I was skeptical, thinking, "Really?" But after going, I was convinced it was true!
The canoe show starting at 2:30 PM and the movie at the IMAX theater were fantastic. And above all, the evening show "Horizon" was incredibly exciting. You can see Polynesian shows in Waikiki, but I believe the show at the PCC is something entirely different.
ハワイ通(10数回渡ハ)の友人から、ハワイに行って絶対に行く場所ということを聞いていて、はじめは「本当かな・・」と半信半疑だったのですが、行ってみてその通りだ!と確信しました。
14:30からのカヌーのショーやアイマックス劇場での映画。そしてなんと言っても最高に盛り上がるイブニングショー「ホライズン」。ポリネシアンショーはワイキキでも見ることができますが、PCCでのこのショーは別物と思っていてもいいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/08 |
Reviewed by: Kiki
We went with 4 couples and had a blast at this luau. The luau grounds is beautiful - the lagoon is such a nice touch and different than other luau's we have been to previous years. The food is excellent - and the entertainment is incredible. Thank you for the perfect ending to our Hawaiian Vacation!
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/08 |
Reviewed by: miki
I participated in the "All-Day Deluxe" experience. I'm grateful to Alan1 for the plan that was over 10% cheaper! I was a bit anxious about whether the pick-up bus would arrive on time, but it was right on schedule. We were the last pick-up, and since the bus was full, my husband and I ended up sitting apart, but the sightseeing during the ride made the journey feel quick. I wanted to learn about Hawaii's history, so I joined, but I was a little worried when I saw the schedule that it might be quite packed. We did various activities like canoeing around the park, watching shows, and experiencing fire-making and hula dancing, but thanks to the guide's personality and the natural surroundings, there was no rush at all, and I was able to relax and feel rejuvenated. Dinner had a wide variety of options. The cake had a Hawaiian vibe and was delicious. The ice cream served during the night show was also very tasty, fluffier than the shave ice you get in Haleiwa! The night show was spectacular! The final fire dance was truly amazing!
『昼から満喫、オールデイ・デラックス』に参加しました。
10パーセント以上安いプランで行けたので、Alan1さんには感謝です!
迎えのバスが時間通り来るか不安でしたが、定刻通りでした。
私達が最後のピックアップで、バスは満席だったので、主人と席が離れてしまいましたが、車中では観光もしてくれたのであっという間に着いてしまった感じです。
ハワイの歴史も学びたかったので参加したのですが、園内スケジュールを見たら結構ハードかなと少し心配していました。
カヌーに乗って園内観光をしたり、ショーを見たり、火おこしやフラダンスの体験など色々しましたが、ガイドの方の人柄や、大自然の中だからかせかせかした感じは全くなく、まったり過ごす事ができて癒されました。
ディナーは色々なものがたくさんありました。
ケーキがハワイのものっぽい感じがしておいしかったです。
夜のショーの間に出るアイスもとてもおいしかったです。
ハレイワで食べるシェイブアイスよりふかふかでした!
夜のショーは圧巻でした!
最後のファイアーダンスは本当にすごかったです!
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/04 |
Reviewed by: Bobby
What a fun time for everyone! The ability to learn more of the Island Traditions as well as birthday's, anniversaries, just married, or a salute to those in the armed forces it is something the whole family will enjoy.
If you leave hungry it will be your own fault!
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/03 |
Reviewed by: ロッキー
Last time, I participated in two activities through your company in Bali and was very satisfied, so this time I joined again in Oahu.
I had been to Hawaii many times for work, so I thought, "What’s the point of a tour?" However, my wife said she wanted to participate in one, so we chose this tour.
Since my wife, who has no interest in marine sports or golf, was mainly focused on shopping, I was looking for a tour that felt "Hawaiian," and this was perfect.
Also, I am thinking of going to Phuket in Thailand or Bali again during the New Year holidays, so I would definitely like to apply for your tours.
前回は「バリ島」にて、貴社を通して2つのアクティビティに参加させて頂き、大変に満足したので、今回も「オアフ島」にて再度参加させて頂きました。
私自身はハワイは仕事で何度も行っていたので「ツアー何て…」と思っていましたが、妻が「一つは参加したい」と言うので、このツアーを選びました。
マリンスポーツもゴルフにも興味の無い妻は、もっぱらショッピングだけでしたので、何か「ハワイ」らしいツアーと考えていたので、ピッタリでした。
また、年末年始にはタイのプーケットか、再度バリにでも行こうと思っておりますので、是非、貴社のツアーを申し込みたいと考えております。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/02 |
Reviewed by: Honu
My first trip to Hawaii. I wanted to learn about Polynesian culture, which is the root of Hawaiian culture, so I participated in the "All-Day Deluxe" monitor tour on October 4th.
During the one-and-a-half-hour journey, I was entertained by the wonderful talk of Miyoko, also known as "Miyochan," and we arrived at our destination without getting bored. We took a break at the Coral Factory and enjoyed views of Kualoa Ranch and Chinaman's Hat from the bus.
After arriving at the PCC, we were divided into small groups, and the tour of the park began with a Japanese-speaking tour guide. In Hawaii, we got to taste poi and participate in hula lessons, and in Aotearoa, we struggled with poi balls and experienced tattoos, enjoying various activities in each village as a group. The show from Tonga and Samoa was particularly entertaining. In Tonga, three selected audience members did a great job with the large drum performance! The humorous delivery of the show created a wave of laughter throughout the venue. In Samoa, the villagers easily climbed palm trees, and the fire dance was thrilling. The fire master was a true entertainer! He taught us that "laughter is universal." Fa'afetai!!
Dinner was buffet-style, and I was able to eat to my heart's content. The roast beef was delicious☆
And then the much-anticipated "Horizon!" The night show that can only be seen here, which you can't miss if you come to PCC or Hawaii, was breathtaking with its powerful and majestic dances. It's hard to believe that everyone was a student. I seriously want to learn Tahitian dance now! I want to see it again!!
On a personal note, I accidentally left my camera at the restaurant, but the staff's quick response and warm smiles helped me get it back right away. It was a heartwarming experience. Thank you very much!
From the bus window on the way back to Honolulu, I saw a beautiful starry sky. I am grateful for the fulfilling day I had and to the PCC staff, as well as to everyone at Alan1 for providing such an opportunity. Mahalo!!!
I highly recommend it to everyone☆
初めてのハワイ旅行。今日のハワイ文化のルーツともなっているポリネシア文化を学びたく思い、10月4日に「昼から満喫、オールデイ・デラックス」のモニターツアーに参加しました。
片道1時間半の道中では日系の「みよちゃん」ことMiyokoさんの絶妙なtalkで退屈する事なく目的地へ。途中コーラルファクトリーにて休憩、クアロア牧場やチャイナマンズハットも車窓から楽しめました。
PCCに到着後、少人数グループに別れ、日本語が巧みなツアーガイドさんによる園内ツアーが始まります。
ハワイではポイの試食やフラの体験レッスン、アオテアロアではポイ・ボールに苦戦したり入れ墨を体験したりし、グループ全員で各村のアクティビティを楽しみました。特に面白かったのは、トンガとサモアのショー。トンガでは大きなドラム演奏に、選出された観客3名が大健闘!ユーモラスなショーの運びに会場一帯笑いの渦が巻き起こりました。サモアでは、ヒョイヒョイといとも簡単にヤシの木に登る村人や、手に汗握るファイアーダンスが印象的でした。火熾し名人の司会者は真のエンターテイナー!「笑いは万国共通なり」という事を教えてくれました。Fa'afetai!!
ディナーはビュッフェスタイルで、お腹いっぱい食べられました。ローストビーフ、美味しかったなぁ☆
そしてお待ちかねの「ホライズン!」。“ここでしか”、“ここに来なければ”観る事が出来ないあのナイトショーはPCCに来たからには、ハワイに来たからには観ずして帰れません。パワフル且つ勇壮なダンスはため息もので、全員が学生さんだとは信じ難いくらいです。私も本気でタヒチアンダンスを習いたくなりました!もう一度観たい!!
私事ですが、レストランにカメラを置き忘れてきてしまったのですが、スタッフの方々の迅速な対応と温かな笑顔ですぐに手元に戻りました。ほっこり心が温かくなった出来事です。ありがとうございました!
ホノルルに戻るバスの車窓からは綺麗な星空が見えました。充実した1日を過ごせた事に、そしてPCCスタッフの皆様、このような機会を提供して下さったAlan1の皆様にMahalo!!!
皆様も是非☆
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| Posted on: | 2008/10/30 |
Reviewed by: Dan & Brenda
We loved going to the Polynesian Cultural Center. Our guide "Cousin Gumbo" was very personable and informative. The day started very nice but we did have rain showers. We didn't let that stop us from enjoying everything. We didn't get to go on the canoe ride because of the rain. Next time maybe we will be able to.
We did do fun activities and learned about the different islands and cultures. The luau was very nice and we enjoyed the different foods. The show was fantastic. We do plan to go again and visit area's of the center we didn't get to see. Would recommend for all ages.
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| Posted on: | 2008/10/29 |
Reviewed by: Kathy
This was absolutely the best! The food was wonderful! They had demonstrations of several island traditions. The show was completely awe inspiring. The fire dancer was unbelievable. I would recommend this luau to everyone who visits Maui.
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| Posted on: | 2008/10/25 |
Reviewed by: てお
You should wear comfortable shoes since you'll be walking quite a bit! I would have preferred to explore on my own rather than in a group. However, if you're in Hawaii, I think it's worth going at least once! It was a bit disappointing that there were many people taking photos with flash during the night show, even though it was said that flash photography was not allowed. But the buffet dinner was really delicious, and I was very satisfied! ☆
けっこう歩くので歩きやすいくつを履いたほうがいいですよ!!
団体行動よりも個人でまわりたかったです!
でもハワイに来たのなら一回ぐらいは行ってもいいと思いますよ!
夜のショーはシャッターなしと言われてるのにシャッターで写真を撮るマナーのいない人がたくさんいてちょっと残念でした!
でもバイキングのディナーはすごくおいしくてとても満足しました☆
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| Posted on: | 2008/10/23 |
Reviewed by: ララちゃん
On October 7th, I participated in the deluxe tour. Thank you very much.
First, during the bus ride to the center, I was completely captivated by Gentaro's (read as Izutaro) masterful storytelling.
Next, the various experiences in the village felt like a return to childhood, and I had a lot of fun. However, the duration was long, and I was a bit tired.
The buffet meal was very delicious.
Finally, the show, which I was most looking forward to, had seats that were, as everyone mentioned in their experiences, in the center of the second row, which was the best spot. I thought, as expected of Alan1.net. Now, regarding the show itself, it was just as I had hoped—fast-paced and enjoyable without a dull moment. In particular, the fire performance by the Samoan performer at the end was powerful and truly amazing, giving me goosebumps.
Overall, it was very good.
This is unrelated to the tour, but I must admit that when I first applied, I had some anxiety. However, every time I sent persistent emails, I received prompt and sincere replies, which alleviated my concerns.
10月7日、モニターでデラックスツアーに参加させていただ
きました。ありがとうございました。
まず、センターまでのバスの車中、厳太郎(イズタロウさんと読みます)さんの巧みな話術に、すっかりはまってしまいました。
次に村での数々の体験ですが、童心に帰ったようで、とても
楽しかったです。ただ、時間が長く、少々疲れました。
食事のバイキングは、とてもおいしかったです。
最後に一番楽しみにしていたショーですが、席が、みなさんが体験談で書いてあるとおり、2列目の真ん中という最高のところでした。さすが、Alan1.netさんだなと思ました。 さて、肝心なショーですが、期待どおり、スピード感があり、退屈することなく、楽しめました。 特に、最後のサモアの方の、火の演技は、迫力があり、鳥肌が立つくらいすばらしかったです。
ということで、全体的にとてもよかったです。
これは、ツアーとは関係のない話ですが、はじめて申し込む時に正直申しまして、多少不安があったのですが、いろいろとしつこくメールをさせていただいたそのたびに、すぐに誠実なお返事をいただき、不安は吹き飛びました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/10/19 |
Reviewed by: kei
I made a reservation for the Twilight Deluxe starting in the evening. I wanted to see the dance up close, so it was the right choice to book the Twilight experience, even though it was a bit pricey (^^). I was able to sit in the third row, almost in the center, which was fantastic♪
Initially, I thought it would only feature Hawaiian dance, but I was pleasantly surprised to see various ethnic dances, including Hawaiian, Tahitian, Samoan, and New Zealand performances. The fire dance, in particular, is definitely worth seeing! The dancers added a comedic touch to their performance, which brought both laughter and surprise☆
During the intermission of the Twilight Deluxe show, there was an ice cream service (I heard that for other courses, it costs $5). True to American style, the portion was quite large (laughs). It was delicious, but we couldn't finish it all^^; For us Japanese, sharing one between two people was just right♪
夕方からのトワイライトデラックスを予約しました。
ダンスを近くで見たかったので高くてもトワイライトを予約して正解でした(^^)ほぼ真ん中の最前席から3列目に座る事ができました♪
当初はハワイアンダンスだけなのかな~と思っていたのですが、ハワイアンにタヒチアンにサモアとニュージーランドなど、さまざまな民族舞踊がみる事が出来て楽しかったです。特にファイアーダンスは一見の価値ありですよ♪ダンサーの方が途中コミカルにパフォーマンスされたので笑いあり驚きもありです☆
トワイライトデラックスにはショウの中休みにアイスクリームのサービスがありましたが(それ以外のコースだと5ドルで食べれるそうです)これがまたアメリカンらしく量が多い(笑)美味しかったのですが食べ切れませんでした^^;日本人の私たちには2人で1つがちょうど良いですね♪
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| Posted on: | 2008/10/18 |
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