Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Our guide was very poor.We didn't get to see anything. You need a full day to see everything before the luau.The luau was very poor.The evening show was the best part of the experience.
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| Posted on: | 2007/11/10 |
Reviewed by: Cathi
The people who run Smith's are GREAT! They are very thoughtful and they make the whole night worth it. The servers went out of their way to help us with my husband's disability issues. They have great food and plenty of it! You will not go away hungry. The show was teriffic.
We were very happy that we went and will go back another time in the future. If you have a large party you can reserve your table space in advance.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/11/05 |
Reviewed by: Jen
From activities, to good authentic food, to a long list of mixed drinks to loosen you up, this luau was money well spent.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/31 |
Reviewed by: Mike
Outstanding they told you alot about the Hawaiian Culture... Highly Recommend
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/10/31 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
ton of fun - highly recommend going to a luau - i was a first timer and would go again!
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/28 |
Reviewed by: Tony
The luau was good food was great staff were great the show was ok and they would'nt let you video tape the show. It rained on us for a little while before we ate but it cleared up after and we didn't have to go inside but all in all it was a fun time
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/10/27 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We had a wonderful time.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/25 |
Reviewed by: Enelo
The whole experience at the luau was awesome. The food was great and the entertainment was awesome. Smith's has done a great job, of all the things we did and saw this is the one that stands out the most. We would do this over and over. Plus, they took a great picture of our group of 10.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/25 |
Reviewed by: Sin
I have been to Hawaii 3 times now, and gone to a different luau each time. I have to say Smith's was the best one yet. The grounds are beautiful with plenty to see and lots of photo oppotunities. The food was great with friendly, prompt staff, and the show was spectacular. Smith's Luau is a must!
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/24 |
Reviewed by: まりも
We thoroughly enjoyed the conversation with the bus attendant on the way to the cultural center, all the way to the show.
文化センターへ行くバスの添乗員さんの話からショーまで十分楽しませいただきました。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/23 |
Reviewed by: みぽぽ
A night show with dinner at this price!! The show was truly satisfying and incredibly moving ☆ It was much colder at night than I expected, so be sure to bring a jacket!!
ナイトショーとディナー付きでこの値段!!ショーは、本当に大満足で超感動しました☆夜は、予想していたよも寒かったので、上着持参を!!
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We enjoyed it as a family. The food was delicious.
家族で楽しみました。料理おいしかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
My family was satisfied. I think the food was good too.
家族が満足していました。料理も良かったと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was a great experience to learn about the history of Hawaii and it's polynesian ancestory. The only thing that I was disappointed in was having to pay $20 for a single photo that was taken of my wife and I. A little steap for a single photo.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Carol A.
The Smith's Luau was amazing, great food, drink and the best entertainment I have enjoyed at a Luau , the Pork was delightful, and a very nice choice of foods to pick from. I really was impressed on the whole evening as the Smiths really have it down to a tee ,for organization, also great customer service and never ending smiles ...the grounds were spectacular !. I would definatley go back . Aloha !
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2007/10/17 |
Reviewed by: George.
The food was good and generous and the entertainment was fantastic.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/10/17 |
Reviewed by: Becki
We really loved this....great show, great staff, great food!
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/17 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
During our stay in Oahu we went to two luaus. By far this was the best. It is in a great location. The sun was setting in the background. Very romantic
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/16 |
Reviewed by: michael from california
My family and I enjoyed our whole day in PCC. We manage to visit all the 7 tribes of polynesia thanks to our to guide. He was very courteos and very friendly specially to our little ones. The day went very smooth although the weather was hot and muggy. The food at the luau was good as well as the performances of the girls and cousin benny. It was a delightfull dinner indeed. After the luau, we had 1 hour free time to ourselves to visit the souviener shops and check our photos taken during the day. A bit expensive for an 8X10 picture but we bit the bullet for the sake of remembrance. The night show was splendid. They pretty much showed all the seven tribes altogether and made a fabuluos show. Hula dancers were good, they were great shaking their butts. Men were also good at what they do. They really played their part as a tribe warriors. They added a little humor which I thought was cool such as slipping down the floor and pretending to hurt their butt. The three men fire dancers remind
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/13 |
Reviewed by: Kin_kin_T
I decided on this activity after seeing posts from people who had participated before. It's true that if you don't speak English, you might feel a bit lost at first since all the explanations are in English. However, once you get there, there are various events leading up to the actual dinner and show, such as making bracelets and crowns with flowers. You will need to give tips, so it might be a good idea to prepare a few $1 bills. The time flew by. My family participated, and everyone seemed to have a great time. Since everything was in English and most of the participants were Americans, it was nice to experience the unique vibe of America. Including the pick-up time, it takes about half a day, so it might be wise to plan with some extra time. I highly recommend this option. Both options I booked through Alan were great!
以前参加をされた方の書き込みを見て、このアクティビティに決めました。確かに英語ができないと説明も全て英語なので、全く理解できないと最初はとまどうかもしれませんが、現地にいってしまえば実際のディナーとショウまで、色々な催しものがありので(花でブレスレットを作ったり、冠を作成したりとう、チップを上げなくてはなりませんので、$1を何枚か準備していかれるとよいかも)時間はあっと言う間でした。家族で参加したのですが、皆とても楽しめたようでした。全てが英語で、アメリカ人の参加者がほとんどだったので、アメリカの独特ののりのよさも味わえてよかったみたいでした。送迎時間も含めて、半日かかるので、余裕をもって予定をたてるとよいかも。すごくお勧めのオプションでした。アランで申し込んだオプションは二つともよかったです!
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/11 |
Reviewed by: cat
I have been to Hawaii more than ten times, and half of those visits have been to this place. I don't know why, but it's an attractive place that makes you want to come back. I think it's more suited for families and friends rather than couples. It's a great place because you can experience the culture.
私はハワイに10回以上いってますが、その半分はここにきています。なぜかわからりませんが魅力的で、また行きたくなる場所です。カップル。というよりは家族や友達にむいているばしょだとおもいます。文化を体感できるのでとてもいい場所だと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/07 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ6回目さん
This was my second time participating, and I felt it had been upgraded compared to two years ago. First, the guide on the shuttle bus made us laugh (in English). Upon arrival, we took photos with the dancers (you can purchase them later for $15 if you like). There were about two hours before the show started, filled with a variety of activities such as canoeing, tattoos, hula dance lessons, and lei making, so there was no chance of getting bored. This time, we had table service for dinner (the fried chicken is exquisite, and the pork is, of course, delicious too). Six people sit at one table, and the others were Americans. It might be tough if you're not sociable and can't speak English. If you're in a group of four or more, you probably won't feel out of place (but if it's just two of you, you'll be sitting next to each other with strangers across the table).
I believe there were about 600 guests, and it seemed like we were the only Japanese people there.
I think you can enjoy it even if you can't speak English. Don't forget to tip the guide when you get off the bus, about $5 per person.
I was actually considering the Royal Hawaiian Luau show, and luckily got to see it from the sidelines the day before, but I think Paradise Cove offers better cost performance. I'm glad I participated.
今回は2回目の参加だったのですが、2年前に比べてバージョンアップした気がしました。まず、送迎バスの中でガイドさんは笑わせてくれます(英語)。着いてからまずダンサーとの写真(後で気に入れば購入、15ドル)。カヌーやタトゥー、フラダンスレッスン、レイ作りなど、ショーが始まるまで2時間ぐらいあったのですが多彩なイベントが用意されており、退屈はしません。今回はテーブルサービスでディナーを頂きました(フライドチキンは絶品です。ポークももちろんおいしいですが)。6人が一つのテーブルになるのですが、周りはアメリカ人でした。社交的かつ英語が話せないと辛いかもしれません。4人以上のグループであれば浮くことはないでしょう(二人だと隣同士になり向かいが見知らぬゲストになるので)。
確か600人ぐらいのゲストだったと思うのですが、日本人は私達だけのようでした。
英語ができなくても楽しめると思います。バスを降りる時ににガイドさんにチップをお忘れなく。一人当たり5ドルぐらいでしょうか。
実は迷っていたロイヤルハワイアンのルアウショーも前日に袖からラッキーにも見ることができたのですが、パラダイスコーブの方がコストパフォーマンスはいいと思いました。参加してよかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/05 |
Reviewed by: The Hawkes
We had an amazing experience with the luau. The performances were very good! The staff was wonderful and the food was amazing. A lot of variety for choices in the foods. Would go again and will reccommend.
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| Posted on: | 2007/10/01 |
Reviewed by: みゅう
The show was a powerful performance with dance and a fire show. It was my first time seeing a fire show, and it was amazing. It is a bit far away, so the travel time is long, but if you have some extra time, I think it's worth going to see it at least once.
ショーは、ダンスにファイヤーショーに迫力のある物でした。
ファイヤーショーは、初めてみたのですが凄かったです。
少し遠い場所にあるので移動が長いですが、時間に余裕がある方は一度観に行ってもいいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Excellent
My husband and I had a gret time at the Polynesian Cultural center. The tour bus guide "Kemo" or Cousin K was very knowledgeble about the cultures, and land legends of Oahu. The tour bus ride was 1 hour 15 minutes from Waikiki, but it went by very quickly. He taught us how to speak Hawaiin properly, a few legends from the Windward side, as well as the local spots. Once in the center, we got to see all but 2 islands (very hard to do as the center is huge) and we went to many shows, the canoe ride, the lua, and the night show. It was a very long and hot day that ended in a huge rain shower, but it was so worth it and we do not regret spening the whole day there. Very educational!!
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
My wife and I celebrated our Honeymoon in Oahu, and choose to goto the Cultural Center for the day, including the luau and the show.
It was an amazing experience!
Each village was unique and the people were so friendly!
My only suggestion is to sell caffinated coffee and soda at the Center...since many people are there all day they will need a pick me up.
The worst part of the entire day was our bus driver to and from the Center...Loretta. She was boring, rude, and forgot we were on the bus.
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Katherine
I was nervous about using this service, but things worked out great. We purchased the Deluxe Package which included 6 free alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks, front row seating and tableside meal service. We were greeted with a fresh flower lei (women) and kukui nut lei (men), a mai tai drink and photos with dancers. It was everything they promised. It was on a pristine, beautiful private beach with numerous hands on activities. It was absolutely wonderful!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Lisa Maggard
We went to the Luau the night after our hawaian wedding. It was amazing! We took our mothers and had an great time. Our host Brownsen was great, we could not have asked for more. Hey I even learned to Hula! Recommend to everyone and we plan to return with our next visit!
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
I had a great time and I would do it again. This was a one of a kind experience.
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| Posted on: | 2007/09/26 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
thought that the imax theater, while beautiful in technique, was political in nature and not needed. that was the only downside to our adventure.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2007/09/21 |
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