All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

Would highly recommend this trip, was my first night in Hawaii and what a way to start!! Cocktails are absolutely delicious and never ending!! The crew are just freaking awesome and everybody is there for a good time so it's just smiles and happy people all round! Would definitely do this again if I come back... Beautiful sunset while with my beautiful girl meeting awesome people! Thank you

I loved the Luau. My kids including my 8 year old was entranced the entire time. They especially loved the fire dancer. But the entire show was awesome. The food was delicious and there was tons of variety.

The catamaran was so much fun! You linger in the Waikiki harbor and wait for the sun to go down. Norhing like a sunset with Diamondhead in the distance. The cocktails were very good and the crew funny .... all in all, it was a wonderful hour and a half on the ocean

Very unforgettable experience. The food is Good, server is nice.

I was so moved when I visited five years ago that I returned. The experience was completely different, and I was even more impressed. This time, I want to spend a whole day exploring the Polynesian Cultural Center.

5年前に訪れて感動したので再訪問しました。内容は全く変わっており、更に感動しました。今度はポリネシアンカルチャーセンターを1日かけて回ってみたいです。

I used it on the day I arrived. The weather was great, it was the best! I was a bit worried about the strong winds causing some rocking, but there were no problems at all, and it was a refreshing cruise. The Mai Tai was almost like juice, but it was delicious! I had a fun time taking pictures with the newlyweds sitting next to us. Being able to board right from the beach also saved time on transportation, which I really appreciated! I definitely want to participate again next time.

着いた日に利用しました。
お天気もよく、最高でした❗
ちょっと風が強かったので、揺れが心配でしたが、まったく問題なく、爽快なクルーズでした。
マイタイはほぼジュースでしたが、美味しかったです❗
隣り合わせた新婚さんのお二人と写真をとりあったりして、楽しい一時でした。
ビーチからすぐ乗れるのも、移動にかかる時間を節約でき、ありがたいです！次回もぜひ参加したいです。

Cruising under the sun and feeling the pleasant breeze was truly enjoyable. It was a rare experience to see Diamond Head from the ocean side. I think this tour is perfect for those who want to enjoy a casual cruise rather than a fancy dinner show, especially for those who love drinks. Being able to see the wonderful scenery for an hour and a half with unlimited drinks is a great value! However, the background music was quite loud, leaning towards rock (or maybe pop), which was a bit overwhelming. Since it's a tour aimed at tourists, I wish they would play Hawaiian music to enhance the atmosphere.

太陽の陽を浴びて、心地よい風に吹かれながらのクルーズ、本当に気持ち良かった
ダイヤモンドヘッドを海側から見られる貴重な体験でした
大層なディナーショーではなくカジュアルにクルーズを楽しみたい方、お酒が好きな方にはピッタリのツアーだと思います
素晴らしい風景を１時間半も見られ、飲み放題はコストパフォーマンス高いと思います！
スタッフの好みなのか、ＢＧＭがロック（というかポップというか）がガンガンだったので少々うるさく、
観光客向けのツアーなのだから、折角ならハワイアンを流して雰囲気出して欲しいです～

Not wanting to go to another Polynesian show or luau, I decided to go to the Blue Note and it was a fantastic choice! My friend and I actually ended up going TWICE while we were there :D With an ever rotating line up of entertainers, no matter when you go, you are going to have an awesome time ^_^ The first night we went, we saw Don Tiki, this Jazz group with a great Tiki vibe, and Joe Robinson, a great guitarist, our second night. Drinks are really tasty and service was attentive, but not pushy.

I have been to the Blue Note in NYC, and this one in Hawaii definitely gives it a run for their money. If you want to have a chill evening with some great music, this is your spot. Take a break from the hula girls (yes, even though I am ONE :-P) and have an elegant night in Waikiki instead!

You will have your own privacy during the tour. The Captain and Bartendie was nice. I like their signature cocktail. STRONG!!!

What a great night. From start to finish. Would recommend this cruise to everyone

I went again. The captain is as wonderful as ever! It's a really pleasant cruise with a comfortable breeze. There are hardly any Japanese people here. I'm fully enjoying the feeling of being in America.

また行っちゃいました。キャプテンも相変わらず素敵！
心地良い風で本当に気持ちの良いクルーズです。日本人はほとんどいません。
アメリカにいるって感じ満喫ですよ。

Since my companion was visiting Hawaii for the first time, I went to the Polynesian Cultural Center for the first time in 10 years.

The quality of the shows and the deliciousness of the food have significantly (!) improved since my last visit, and we had a wonderful day.

The Japanese student guides were truly kind, making it a heartwarming trip. Thank you very much.

同伴者が初めてのハワイだったので、
１０年ぶりにポリネシアンセンターに行きました。

前回よりも、ショーのクオリティやごはんのおいしさが
格段に（！）増していて、一日楽しく過ごせました。

案内役の日本人留学生の方が、本当にみなさん親切で、
心あたたかくなる旅となりました。ありがとうございました。

First time on this cruise and it was awesome. The crew members were friendly and they made it a point to reach out to everyone. The drinks were fantastic and the view was spectacular. Would definitely recommend it.

The sailing was pretty, the views were gorgeous during sunset, and the boat was nice enough. The crew was great. But I don't think it was worth the almost $200 we paid to go as a couple. The drinks were fairly weak, and of course they talk you into buying the $8 souvenir cup under the pretense that you'll get a bigger drink for the same price as the small cups... but they just use more mixer and ice and the same amount of liquor. We expected that and weren't expecting much of the food either since most touristy things like this aren't the best in either department. I'm mostly bummed out that this was advertised as a lantern ceremony sail which is the only reason we booked it. We've wanted to see the ceremony for the past 4 years but didn't want to deal with the huge crowds on shore. I understand that with the surf, you can't get too close, but we hadn't realized just how far away we'd be. It was just distance lights far away against the shore that blended in with he city lights and traffic. I had my extreme zoom telephoto lens and even I could barely tell when the lanterns hit the water. People opted to pull up the live streaming of the ceremony on their phones, which honestly was kind of a cool mixture to be out there live on the water and get a closer view digitally, but not worth $200 for the experience. Overall kind of disappointed, but still a cool way to see a different view of the island. Just not the lantern experience we had expected.

What a fun sail with flowing MaiTai's and beautiful views of Waikiki Beach! The vantage point was incredible to see the Hilton's fireworks show, and the cruise was not overcrowded. The only caveat - they tell you for sure to wear something that can get wet and they are not kidding. Getting on seemed fairly easy, but getting off, the tide seemed to be a little more surly and we got a little wetter (over our knees for sure). Luckily, we were only walking back to our hotel. Overall, a great end to our first wonderful day in Hawaii!

The luau experience was fantastic. I would definitely recommend everyone that visits Oahu to go to this luau instead of any of the others. It's a little bit out of the way if your staying in the main city but if you're from the mainland a 1 hour drive is nothing. The luau teaches you about the history of the islands and how it became what itime is today. They have shows and activities for each of the stages that they present. I would advise to go as soon as they open to be able to do all the shows and activities. the buffet was okay, but what can you really expect from a buffet. "Ha!, breath of life" show after the dinner buffet is what made this luau worth the money. It's an unforgettable experience that everyone that visits should go to.

This was my first time participating. There were hardly any Japanese people, and Japanese wasn't spoken, but thanks to the cheerful captain and staff, I had a really enjoyable time. The weather was great that day, and I felt fantastic while watching the beautiful sunset. It's an activity that makes me want to participate again!

初めての参加です
日本人はほとんど居らず日本語も通じませんが陽気なキャプテンとスタッフさんのおかげで大変楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました
当日はお天気にも恵まれ綺麗な夕日を見ながら最高の気分になりました
また参加したいと思えるアクティビティですね！

My husband and I booked this cruise during our stay in Hawaii in December. I wasn't sure what to expect. The crew were very polite and very accommodating! The ride was relatively calm and very enjoyable. The fireworks were spectacular! I would recommend for anyone who has the opportunity to do this cruise to take advantage of it!

How wonderful sailing around Waikiki. Staff were so welcoming, I highly recommend this activity

This dinner cruise was excellent. I recommend doing this for everyone. I would definetly do it again.

It was a great time. It got extremely hot. After we asked the waiter to open one of the windows he opened ours which helped a lot other then everyone came to our window to take pictures because it was the only window ope. Food was amazing tho and the service was awesome. I just think they should keep all the windows open. I would recommend this dinner to everyone

This was so much fun! Although we couldn't see the sunset because of the distant clouds, the sky above was clear, and we enjoyed a lively atmosphere on the boat, delicious Mai Tais, quite a bit of speed, and thrilling near misses with other boats! It was a very satisfying 90 minutes. The departure from Waikiki Beach made it easily accessible. Seeing Waikiki and Diamond Head from the sea is definitely not to be missed! Thank you very much.

これ、とっても楽しかったです！遠くの雲にじゃまされてサンセットこそ見れませんでしたが頭上は晴天で、賑やかな船上・おいしいマイタイ・けっこうなスピード・他の船とのスリリングなニアミス！と、大満足の９０分でした。ワイキキビーチから出航なのでアクセスも良かった。海から見るワイキキとダイヤモンドヘッドはやっぱり見逃せませんね～　ありがとうございました。

I had a very enjoyable day. The bus guide, who claimed to be from Yoshimoto, kept the atmosphere lively with laughter throughout the ride. The guide at the Polynesian Cultural Center was also a very cheerful and kind young man. He efficiently guided us to the showtimes, allowing us to explore the vast grounds with satisfaction. For dinner, we enjoyed a Hawaiian show while wearing beautiful flower leis.

The highlight was definitely the evening show. We had front-row seats! The two main performers were stunningly attractive. You could feel the intensity of the actors' sweat and breathing, making it very powerful. The fire show was particularly impressive; it felt like they were putting their lives on the line.

After the performance, the actors came over to shake hands, which was truly moving. After that, we returned to the bus with plenty of time to spare before departure. However, it seemed like the return bus was going quite fast, as I don't think anyone was sleeping.

とても楽しい1日でした。
バスのガイドさんは、自称吉本の⚪️⚪️さんというだけあって笑いの絶えない車内でした。
ボリネシア文化センターのガイドの方もとても明るく親切な青年でした。的確にショーの時間に案内してくれて効率よく広大な園内を回れて満足しました。ディナーは、生花の素敵なレイをかけていただきハワイアンショーを見ながら楽しめました。
特に圧巻は、夜のショー。なんと席は最前列。主役の2人は、美男美女。役者さんの汗や息づかいまで感じられて迫力満点。特に火のショーは、もうそこまでしなくてもと思うほど命張ってました。
そして、なんと終演後役者さんの方から握手してきてくれて感動物でした。それからバスに戻っても時間的には余裕で出発でした。しかし、帰りのバスは、かなりスピードが出てるようで眠ってる人は、いなかったように思いました。

I spent a blissful time blessed with good weather, wind, and waves. The view of Waikiki from the sea, along with Diamond Head, revealed a different side of Waikiki. The sunset was also very beautiful, and I had a dreamlike experience. I highly recommend it.

天気と風と波に恵まれた至福のの時間を過ごしました。海からみるワイキキの風景、ダイヤモンドヘッド、そこにはいつもと違うワイキキがありました。サンセットもとても美しく、夢のような時間を送りました。ぜひ、おすすめします。

I made a reservation as a representative and will summarize the information I gathered.

There were three elderly participants. The pickup was at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, but Core Street was crowded with various buses and people for tours, creating a noisy environment. While it may not be a significant issue for younger generations, it can be difficult for the elderly to hear, so caution is needed. (I assisted with the send-off.)

We boarded the bus on time, but got caught in evening traffic, which made the meal time rushed, and it seems there was no time to see the center before the show.

The show was absolutely wonderful, and the three of us were thrilled with the deluxe seating. It seems there was dessert service during the break in the show, allowing us to enjoy the feeling of superiority that comes with the deluxe experience.

Since I made the reservation for the arrival day, we opted for twilight, but they expressed a desire to learn and see more about Hawaii's history, so they seemed a bit regretful. In hindsight, I should have made a reservation for an all-day experience on a different day.

代表者として予約し、聞いた内容を記載します。

高齢者3名での参加でした。
ハイアットリージェンシーホテルにてピックアップでしたが、
コア通りはツアー迎えの様々なバスと人でごった返し、ザワザワとした状況です。
若い世代が一緒であればさほど問題はありませんが、高齢者にとっては聞き取りづらい環境なので注意が必要です。（見送りまで手伝いました）

時間通りに乗り込んだバスでしたが、夕方の渋滞にハマりこんだため、
食事の時間も慌ただしく、センターの様子を見る間もなくショーになったようです。

ショーはとても素晴らしく、席もデラックスにした甲斐合って３名とも感激しておりました。
ショー途中の休憩時にデザートのサービスが有った様で、デラックスの優越感を味わっていました。

到着日に予約しましたのでトワイライトにしましたが、
ハワイの歴史を知ったり見たりしたかったとのことで、名残惜しそうでした。
反省点として、別の日にオールデイで予約すべきでした。

We have been to 6-8 different Luaus in Maui, and this one is one of the top two we have seen. Food was excellent, better than all except Marriott's. Service was better than all. The server in our section even went to get our mix drinks (both virgin and regular). Show was great telling the story of the Hawaii Islands, not just a mix of various dance styles. The tables are stair step so even the back tables have a good view of the stage without having to look around other heads.

I was a bit anxious because there were few reviews, but it was an absolutely amazing location and a fun time! I had been on a large boat before, but this cruiser vibe unique to Hawaii was just the best.

口コミが少なくて不安でしたが 全然最高のロケーションかつ楽しいひとときでした‼️
大きい船は前に乗りましたが 自分はハワイならではのこのクルーザー雰囲気といい 最高でした

I watched this show when it first opened with another friend, and it seemed that some of the cast had changed, but I still enjoyed it. The friends I traveled with this time were visiting Hawaii for the first time and said they were happy and had a great time.

このショーが オープニングしたばかりの時にも 別の友人と見ましたが
出演者？も 多少入れ替わったようでしたが 変わらず楽しめました。
今回 同行した友人達は ハワイ初めてで 喜んで 楽しかったと言っていました。

Good food, had all you can eat crab leg and steak. Great music and entertainment. Perfect sunset and view of the city. Well worth money. I would do it again

We had an excellent time here. We were picked up via motorcoach in Waikiki at 10:20 am. Our bus driver was hilarious and kept us entertained the hour we were on the bus. Beautiful drive there. We arrived at the center at 1145 and the center opened at 12. I would highly recommend a tour guide! There was SO much to do and see and I feel we didn't get to see even 1/2 of it all due to the center being so big and the small events starting at different times. The Ohana Hawaiian luau dinner was delicious! Pig, pulled pork, teriyaki chicken breasts, fresh fruit, poke, salads, fish, desserts, and so much more! The show during dinner was great as well. Ha, the breath of life is worth every penny! We got back to Waikiki around 11pm. It was a very full but very fun day!