Reviewed by: The Reddens
This was really an amazing experience. It was fun to learn about hawaiian culture and all the Pacific Island areas. The food was A-mazing! We had a blast and got to see one of the most beautiful Hawaiian sunsets we had seen yet! Thank you for the great time Paradise Cove!
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| Posted on: | 2008/06/01 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We had a blast. There were so many activities for everyone to enjoy and the entertainment was wonderful. The staff members were very friendly.
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/31 |
Reviewed by: jd
This was quite an experience of seeing how life in the islands would have been like. It is quite different than life today.
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/30 |
Reviewed by: ラキア
It was a dance show and fire dance performed by Polynesian people. There was a person cracking coconuts, and between the shows, the host introduced the upcoming show, but since I don't understand English, it was all gibberish to me. However, I was able to enjoy the show itself regardless of the language barrier. As for the food, my impression was, "Is this all there is?" By the way, the day we saw it was sunny, so it was outdoors, but it seems that the next day it was rainy and held indoors. I wonder if they can't do the fire dance indoors?
ポリネシアンの人たちが繰り広げるダンスショーやファイアーダンスでした。ココナッツ割の人とショーとショーの間これからやるショーの紹介を司会の人がしてくれていたみたいなんですが、英語がわからない私には、チンプンカンプンでした。ショー自体は英語がわからなくても関係なく楽しめました。ただし、料理は「こんなもんかな?」という感想です。ちなみに、私達が見た日は晴れていたので屋外でしたが、翌日は雨で屋内でやってたみたいです。ファイアーダンスは屋内だと出来ないような??
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We loved it!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
If you can only make it to one luau while vacationing, make it this one! You won't regret it!
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/27 |
Reviewed by: Alan C.
Awesome, we are from New Zealand and the Horizons show certainly made us proud to be part of Polynesia
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/26 |
Reviewed by: MIE
I participated with a female friend. Inside the park, there is one guide for about ten people in a group. Our guide was a 23-year-old named Steve who spoke fluent Japanese. I was surprised to hear that 80% of the employees at the Polynesian Cultural Center are students from the nearby university. The guide was excellent, and the dancers were truly professional!
In the Hawaiian village, we also got to experience hula dancing. The show after dinner was absolutely amazing! We were seated in the third row from the front, right in the center of the stage! They showcased not only hula dancing but also dances from various countries. I especially loved the Tahitian dance. The girls' hip movements were truly beautiful. The audience was also incredibly excited about the fire dance! It was just amazing!
I highly recommend going at least once if you visit Hawaii. Also, I heard that the dancers from here recently came to Japan and performed in Odaiba.
女友達と2人で参加しました。園内では10人ほどのグループに1人のガイドさんがついて案内してくれます。私たちのガイドさんは、日本語ペラペラの23歳スティーブ君でした。ポリネシアカルチャーセンターの従業員は8割は隣接している大学の学生さんだそうです。それを聞いてびっくりなほど、ガイドも上手だし、ダンサーも本当にプロです!!
ハワイ村ではフラダンス体験もさせてもらいました。
ディナー後のショーはマジで最高!!!私たちは、ステージど真ん中、前から3列目の席でした!!フラダンスだけではなくて、各国のダンスを見せてくれます。特に私はタヒチアンダンスが大好きでした。女の子の腰つきは本当美しかったです。あと客席が大興奮だったのはファイアーダンス!とにかくすごい!
ハワイに行ったら絶対一度は行く事をオススメします。あと、この前ここのダンサーさんたちが来日してお台場でやってたそうですよ。
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/25 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We incredibly enjoyed this Luau! I would recommend it to everyone. The train ride and walk through the garden set the scene for a beautiful evening.
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/19 |
Reviewed by: Richard
I had returned after twenty five years and the Center was as good as ever! My traveling companion was visiting for the first time and thoroughly enjoyed the day, luau and show. A great day recommended for all visitors to the island of Oahu.
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/13 |
Reviewed by: Mrs. Harless
The luau food was excellent, best we experienced in the Islands. The program fell short of our expectations. We have seen better in other venues.
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/13 |
Reviewed by: Cologal
This was a fantastic evening. We really had a wonderful time. The food was wonderful and the service was great. I really recommend this.
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/13 |
Reviewed by: Geraldine Robinson
A wonderful day - our second visit - and should not be missed. Entertaining & informative. The "Horizons" show is fantastic, particularly the Fire Dance.
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/11 |
Reviewed by: Geraldine Robinson
A very enjoyable evening - food excellent - a lovely stage show as well and a beautiful venue, right on Waikiki Beach.
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/11 |
Reviewed by: Maria
The staff at the Luau were great!!! Had a great time, the activities before the Luau were a lot of fun!
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/09 |
Reviewed by: honeygurl
The perfect location, within walking distance to my hotel and you get to enjoy the sunset on waikiki! Amazing food, the best I have ever had at a Luau and absolutely incredible entertainers.
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/08 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I have been to Honolulu over a dozen times, but I had a strange preconceived notion and had never considered going to the Polynesian Cultural Center. However, this time, since I am also learning Hawaiian dance (hula) and was able to participate alone with some freedom, I decided to go. Although the reservation deadline on the website had passed, they provided a contact for those in such situations. I reached out two days before my desired participation date, and they confirmed my reservation with a pleasant response, allowing me to participate comfortably. The atmosphere inside the center was very authentic, and the dancers who performed were all highly professional, which was quite surprising. Thanks to this, I was able to have a great time. The dinner buffet was all-you-can-eat, and the taste was quite good. I would recommend this tour to anyone who is a repeat visitor to Hawaii.
ホノルルへはも十数回行っていますが、変な先入観でこのポリネシアン文化センターは一度も行こうとしてませんでしたが今回、ハワイアンダンスのフラも習っていることもあり一人参加で自由もきいたので行くことを決めました。予約はサイトで取扱期限が過ぎてましたがそういった人にも対応していただける連絡先も書いてまして参加希望日、二日前でしたが予約して折り返しの確認も連絡していただき気持ちよく参加できました。センター内はとても現地の雰囲気も出ていて登場するダンサーもかなりのプロ意識を持っている方々ばかりで驚きばかりでした。おかげで楽しく過ごすことができました。ディナーのビィッフェですが食べ放題なのに味もいけてました。ハワイリピーターの方にも一度は参加をお勧めできるツアーでした。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/07 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
A very good event to go to. Good food, good show and hundrreds of your closest friends
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/07 |
Reviewed by: snoopy
Had A Fun Time In Honolulu!
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/05 |
Reviewed by: Brian
We had a great time at Island Breeze. The location is excellent and the weather was perfect when we were there (April). The Mai Tai's were perfect and so was the food. Gotta try the poi!! Before the show started there was several interactive demonstrations that were fun. The show itself explained well the history and varied cultural influences of the Hawaiian islands. Overall a great evening.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/03 |
Reviewed by: akiko3588
At 4:00 PM, a bus will pick us up at the hotel. Once we get on... it's all Westerners. Everything is in English. The guide is desperately trying to lift the mood with jokes and gestures, making an effort to help everyone get to know each other. Since travel time is limited, and no one wants to waste it, I’ll be clear: if you don’t understand English, the jokes and conversations with your neighbors on the bus might feel dull, and you could feel uncomfortable until the end. Once we arrive, we’ll be ushered inside, where various events await. You don’t need to understand English to participate in those.
For meals, you’ll be sharing a table with people you don’t know, so English conversation will be necessary. Most attendees are from the mainland, so I think English is essential. This experience is suited for those who see chatting with neighbors as part of the fun. The dance and performances are wonderful, and if you’re brave enough, you can even go up on stage. There’s also a couple's dance time. If you’re someone who wants to enjoy without hesitation, you can have fun even if you don’t understand the language. On the return bus, the guide shares entertaining stories, so you won’t be able to sleep. (laughs) Casual attire is fine. I participated with my family, and we were the only Japanese among about 500 people, and since I was the only one who understood English, I translated everything for my family. They said they had a great time because I interpreted for them. Personally, I found this tour to be extremely enjoyable; this is true entertainment.
16:00にホテルにバスが迎えにきてくれます。
乗り込むと・・・西洋人ばかり。すべて英語です。バスの中でガイドさんが気分を盛り上げようと必死にジョークやジェスチャー、初めてあった人と仲良くなるように気を配ってくれます。旅行の時間は限られていて、無駄にしたくないのは誰もの願なのではっきり言いますが、英語が分からないとジョークもバスの中の隣人との会話もつまらないので、最後まで居心地悪く感じるかも。つくとすぐに中に通され、いろいろなイベントが待っています。それに参加するには英語が分からなくても大丈夫。
食事は知らない方々と席をともにするため、また英会話が必要。本土から来ている方がほとんどですので、英語は必須だと思います。隣人の方とのおしゃべりも楽しみの一つと考えられる方に向いています。ダンスやパフォーマンスは素晴らしく、勇気があればステージに上がることもできます。カップルのダンスタイムもあります。物おじしないでどんどん楽しもうという元気のある方なら言葉が分からなくても楽しめます。帰りのバスもガイドさんが楽しいお話を聞かせてくれ、寝かせてくれません。(笑)ラフな格好でOKです。私は家族と参加しましたが日本人は500人ほどの中でわれわれだけでしたし、英語も私しか分かりませんので、すべて家族に通訳しました。通訳したので家族は楽しかったといっています。私個人的にもこのツアーは非常に楽しく、これぞエンターテイメントだと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/27 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The luau was wonderful. The food was much better than my wife and I expected. The entertainment was very enjoyable and the host was very entertaining. We met new friends and really had a wonderful evening.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/27 |
Reviewed by: Linn A.
Very well done! I was suprised by the gardens and the amount of people who attended. Good selection of food too!
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/27 |
Reviewed by: ナベトモ
It's a small company, but I was entrusted with organizing the event for our last night in Hawaii, and we participated in the Twilight plan.
Our group was a mix of Hawaii repeat visitors and first-timers, but since no one had been to the Polynesian Cultural Center, we decided on that.
During the day, everyone enjoyed shopping and water activities, and although we only had the show at night, it was very exciting, and everyone was fast asleep on the bus ride back (laughs).
小さな会社なのですが幹事を任されて、ハワイ最後の夜のイベントとして、トワイライトのプランに参加しました。
ハワイリピーターから、はじめての人などバラバラのメンバーでしたが、ポリネシア文化センターは、誰も行ったことがなかったので、決めました。
昼間はショッピングに海遊びで各自遊びまわり、夜からショーだけでしたが、非常に盛り上がり、帰りのバスはみんな熟睡でしたね(笑)
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/25 |
Reviewed by: 監督バルカン
I went with my elementary school son, uncle, aunt, and parents, so we rented a car and drove to the Polynesian Cultural Center, which is located on the opposite side of the island from Waikiki.
My elderly parents found the guided tour interesting, and since it was their first time in a foreign country rather than just Hawaii, the reactions from the staff seemed very fresh to them.
The evening show was also very impressive. I actually thought it would be similar to the shows seen on cruises, but I was completely wrong!
We got to see a fire dance, there were many dancers, and it was full of excitement! I want to go again.
小学生の息子と叔父叔母や両親と、家族での参加だったので、レンタカーを借りてドライブしながら、ワイキキとはちょうど島の反対側にあるポリネシア文化センターに行って来ました。
年取った両親も園内見学ツアーは興味深いものだったらしく、ハワイがというよりも外国がはじめてだった両親には、スタッフの方のリアクションとかがとても新鮮だったようです。
夜のショーも見応えタップリで、実はクルーズで見られるショーと変わらないと思っていたのですが、大間違い!
ファイヤーダンスは見られるし、ダンサーの数が多いし、迫力満点でした!また行きたいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/25 |
Reviewed by: Janie
Thi was great. I have no complaints whatsoever! There's lots to do, it's well planned, our tour bus leader and driver were well informed, fantastic entertainers, and multi talented. The food was delicious, we did some arts and crafts type things that were fun for everyone and we learned some things about the culture of Hawaii in the most intresting way possible. We were well entertained, and i could not have asked for more! I wouldn't bother to upgrade unless you do the top level ( much better seating)
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/23 |
Reviewed by: April
I wish we had more time in Hawaii, because we would have done the Paradise Cove Luau again! It was such a fun time! We bought the Orchiad seats, which were right down the middle in cost, and we couldn't even finish our drink coupons! We had such a great time, taking pictures, eating, drinking, doing the hula... If you go here, you will definatly have a great and memorable time!
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/22 |
Reviewed by: パパ
This is my fifth time visiting Hawaii. I was surprised to find such an impressive theme park at the edge of Oahu Island!
I felt the love for their culture from the people of Hawaii, as well as the Polynesians, and their passion for preserving their traditions.
On our first family trip to Hawaii, I brought my high school son with me, and inspired by the energetic international students guiding us around the park, he kept saying, "I want to study abroad in Hawaii!"
Well, if my child studies abroad, it means more opportunities for me to visit Hawaii (laughs).
ハワイ5回目のリピーターです。
あんなオアフ島の島の端に、あんな見応えがあるテーマパークがあることに驚き!
ハワイの人はもとより、ポリネシアの人たちの自分たちへの文化への愛情と言うか伝統を残そうと言う情熱を感じました。
はじめての家族でのハワイ旅行で、高校生の息子を連れて行ったのですが、園内を案内する元気一杯の留学生のお兄さんたちに触発されたのか、「ハワイに留学したい!」と言って聞きません。。。
まぁ子供が留学すれば、親がハワイに行く楽しみが、増えますね(笑)
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/22 |
Reviewed by: 有酸素メン
Since it was our first time in Hawaii, we asked a knowledgeable friend, and they recommended that we definitely see a Hawaiian show at least once.
Thinking we might as well go for the most extravagant show, we decided to visit the Polynesian Cultural Center, which everyone recommended. I heard that the stage and the number of performers are the largest there.
As expected from its high reputation, it was impressive! The Hawaiian girls dancing with big smiles and making cheerful sounds left a strong impression on me.
It became a wonderful memory for both of us. Even though it's Hawaii, I heard it can get chilly at night, so I brought a jacket!
ハワイはじめての私たちだったので、友達の詳しい人に聞いて、やっぱり一度はハワイアンショーを見るように薦められました。
どうせなら1番豪華なショーをと思い、みんなが薦めるポリネシア文化センターに行きました。舞台もパフォーマーの数も最大と聞きました。
評判が高いだけあって、迫力がありました!
奇声を発し、笑顔で踊るハワイアンの女の子達が印象的でした。
ふたりの良い思い出になりました。
夜はハワイといえど、冷えると聞いたので、上着を持っていきました!
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/19 |
Reviewed by: フリフリ
Whenever we go as a couple, we usually spend our time at the beach and shopping, but this time, with our children and parents, we thought it would be a great opportunity to create some Hawaiian memories.
The large-scale facility, which is like a theme park, recreates an entire village, making it feel like a different world, and it's really wonderful. Even if you go to Waikiki now, you can't imagine the traces of the past or the way of life back then.
My parents were delighted with the enthusiastic staff in the park. The children were a bit scared, though...
The night show had a large number of performers and was very impressive. The kids were thrilled with the fire dance. I thought it was the perfect place to spend a day that feels like Hawaii. Thank you!!
いつも夫婦で行く時にはビーチと買い物に明け暮れるのですが、今回は子供と両親がいるので、せっかくだしハワイらしい思い出をと思って行ってきました。
いかにもテーマパークな大規模な施設は、村ごと再現されている別世界なので、とても良いです。今のワイキキに行っても、当時の面影や生活風景って想像つかないですもんね。
両親はサービス精神旺盛な園内のスタッフに喜んで喜んで。子供は少し怖がってましたが。。。
夜のショーも人数が多いし、迫力満点でした。子供もファイアーダンスにとっても喜んでました。ハワイらしい1日を過ごすには最高の場所と思いました。ありがとうございます!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/19 |
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