All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

This was my third time in Hawaii, but my first cruise.
I made the reservation online, and the duration was only two hours, which was short and convenient.
The price was reasonable, and it had good reviews.
The meeting point was easy to find since it was at the hotel beach.
I read online reviews and thought it would be rocky and wet, so I didn't bring my DSLR camera, but it didn't rock or get wet at all.

There were only foreign groups and couples; we were the only Japanese family.
I had anticipated this from the reviews I read beforehand.
The explanations were all in English, so I could only understand them through nuance, but both crew members were cheerful nice guys.
With free drinks and pleasant music playing, the view of Waikiki, Diamond Head, and the changing beauty of the sunset from the sea was truly wonderful.
My daughters made friends with participants from a tour from Australia and seemed to realize the importance of learning English.

I had a great experience at the end of the trip.
I thought I would like to go on this cruise again on my next trip.

ハワイは3回目ですが、初クルーズでした。
ネットで予約出来て、時間も2時間と拘束時間が短く、
料金も手頃で評判が良いものにしました。
待ち合わせの場所もホテルのビーチなのでわかりやすかったです。
ネットでの評判を読んで、揺れて濡れると思って一眼レフカメラを
持って行かなかったのですが、全然揺れも濡れもしませんでした。

外国人の団体やカップルばかりで、日本人ファミリーは私たちだけでした。
これも事前の評判でよんでいたので、想定内でした。
説明が全て英語だったので、ニュアンスでしか理解できなかったのですが、
クルーは2人とも陽気なナイスガイで、フリードリンクで
心地よいミュージックも流れ、何より海上から見るワイキキの街や
ダイヤモンドヘッド、刻々と変わるサンセットの美しさは
非常に素晴らしかったです。
娘たちはオーストラリアからのツアー参加者と友達になり、
英語を学ぶ大切さを身をもって感じてくれた様子です。

旅の最後にとても良い体験が出来ました。
次の旅行でもまた乗りたいなと思いました。

Absolutely loved the dinner cruise. It was the height of our vacation! The staff was friendly and courteous. The food was Delicious and the entertainment was superb!! From beginning to end-FABULOUS!!

I have traveled to Oahu several times, but I had never been there before, so I really enjoyed my half-day visit this time. I went around with about 20 people, and one of them participated in a show and became a bit of a celebrity for a moment. That also became a nice memory. The evening show was impressive, making it a great day overall.

オワフには何度か旅行していますが、1度も行っていなかったので今回半日とても満喫できました。今回は20人ほどの方と一緒に回りましたが、その中の方がショーに参加され一瞬有名人になっていました。それもいい思い出になりました。夜のショーも迫力があっていい1日でした。

It was truly refreshing once we set sail from the beach! We went as far as we could see the views of Hawaii Kai and then turned back. As we headed west, the sun began to set, and we were able to enjoy the most beautiful sunset. It was the perfect moment while sipping on a Mai Tai. I would love to participate again.

浜から沖へ出て、セイリングが始まってからは、爽快そのものでした！ハワイカイの景色が見えるあたりまで行って引き返し、西に向かった頃から太陽が沈み始め最高の夕陽も鑑賞できました。マイタイを傾けながらの最高のひと時でした。また参加したいと思っています。

The Polynesian center is a must see. The Luau was a bit disappointing in terms of the food selection and quantity. The evening show however was Outstanding!! I would recommend make this an all day event so as to explore the entire center.

Excellent centre, great way to learn about the Polynesian cultures and very entertaining.

The show set against the sunset was simply wonderful. The hula, fire dance, and the food were all delicious and fantastic. The whole roasted pig was incredibly tasty!

夕日をバックに繰り広げられるショーは素晴らしいの一言。
フラにファイヤーダンス、そして食事も美味しく最高でした。
ブタの丸焼きが激ウマ！

I participated on the first day of my trip.
The show during the sunset was wonderfully beautiful.
Also, there were no other Japanese people around us, which made me feel like I was abroad and I really enjoyed it.
The host asked the couples celebrating their wedding anniversaries how many years they had been married, and there was a surprise where everyone celebrated together. I was particularly moved by the couple celebrating their 54th anniversary who shared a sweet kiss.
I definitely want to go when I get married!
As for the food... the bread was fluffy and delicious, but the other dishes had an American feel and weren't very tasty.

旅行初日に参加しました。
夕日が沈む中のショーが素晴らしく美しいショーでした。
また、周りに私達以外に一人も日本人が居なく海外に来た感があり楽しめました☆
司会の方が結婚記念日の方に何年目か聞いて行き皆で祝福するとゆうサプライズがあり、中でも５４周年の夫婦が可愛くキスしてたのに感動しました♡♡♡
私も結婚した時にはぜひ行きたいと思いました♡
料理は。。。パンはフワフワで美味しかったけど、他はアメリカンな感じで美味しくなかったです。

My friends and I participated in an evening tour since it was a travel day from another island. I thought "with transportation" just meant we would be picked up by a bus, but the guide, a young woman, provided commentary the entire way to our destination. She shared various insights about breathtaking viewpoints and related experiences, which made the journey enjoyable. She was a student from a nearby university (I believe it was Brigham Young University) and was an excellent guide, making the trip feel quick and engaging.

About 80% of the staff at the Polynesian Cultural Center are students from that university, and they were all very experienced, making our dining experience pleasant. As for the show, not all performers were students, but it was so captivating that I forgot about that. I think it’s a show that everyone, whether they do hula or Tahitian dance or not, can really enjoy.

友人と3人、その日は他島からの移動日だったので、夕方出発のツアーに参加しました。
「送迎付き」とあったので、ただ単にバスで送迎してもらえるだけだと思っていましたが、添乗員の女の子が到着までの間ずーっとガイドしてくれて、絶景ポイントやそれにまつわる体験談など、いろいろ教えていただき楽しめました。
彼女は、ポリネシア・カルチャーセンター近隣の大学（ブリガム・ヤング大学だったでしょうか）の学生さんでしたが、とてもガイドが上手で飽きることなくあっという間に現地に着きました。
ポリネシア・カルチャーセンター内で勤務する方の8割ぐらいがその大学の学生さんだそうですが、みなさんとても慣れていて、食事も気持ちよく楽しめました。
それからショーですが、全員ではないですが学生さんが踊っているそうです。
でも、あまりのど迫力にそんなことは忘れてしまうショーでした。
フラやタヒチアンをやっている方もそうでない方も、とても楽しめるショーだと思います。

The show was excellent as was the food and service. The Luau came highly recommended and lived up to expectations.

You can enjoy a luxurious time on the boat that you can't experience in Japan. This was my second time using the service, and no matter how many times I go, watching the sunset slowly while enjoying music, the breeze, and drinks on the boat is the best experience. There are many guests, and at first, you sit in a designated spot, but once you're out at sea, you can move around freely. Please make sure to experience that moment at least once.

とにかく日本では味わえない優雅な時間を船の上で過ごせます。
今回2回目の利用でしたが、何度行っても船上での音楽、風、お酒がある中でゆっくりと夕日が沈んでいくのを眺めるのは最高の時間です。
たくさんの利用客がおられ、最初は決まったところに座りますが沖へでれば自由に移動できます。
是非一度あの瞬間を味わってください。

It was a standard experience with just a show and a meal.

First of all, the meal had a limited variety and was somewhat lacking in options, which left me wanting more. Maybe the deluxe option would have been better? The students warmly welcomed us, and the service was good.

As for the show, it was a bit intense, and my impression of the first half was just okay. During the break, ice cream was sold (it seemed like it was free for the deluxe guests), which was a nice surprise and quite delicious. The second half featured a fire dance, which I really enjoyed! It was impressive, especially considering the performers were students. Overall, I felt that the show made a genuine effort to entertain the audience.

ショーと食事のみの、スタンダードでした。

まず食事は種類も少なく、バリエーションもまあまあな感じで、物足りなかったです。デラックスのほうが良かったかな？
学生さんは暖かく出迎えてくれて、接客は良かったです。

ショーですが、少し激しめで、前半はまあまあかな、という印象。
休憩タイムにアイスクリームが売られていて(デラックスの人は無料なようでした)、それは嬉しく、美味しかったです。後半にはファイアーダンスがあり、これはとっても楽しめました！学生さんだとは思えないほど。
ショーは全体的に、観客を楽しませようとしてくれている姿勢を感じました。

It was a garden party filled with a variety of events held around sunset. The venue was a top-notch scenic spot where we could enjoy various shows and a buffet meal while watching the sunset over the sea. Additionally, the performers seemed to be a lineup of stunningly handsome men and beautiful women. Most participants were from the mainland United States, and since the event was conducted entirely in English, my grandmother, who doesn't understand much English, might have been a bit confused.

日没をはさんで催されるイベント盛り沢山のガーデンパーティーでした。会場は一級の景勝地で海の彼方に沈みゆく夕日を眺めながら様々なショーとバッフェ形式の食事を楽しめました。また、ショーの出演者たちは、見とれるようなイケメンと美女ぞろいだったように感じました。参加者はアメリカ本土からが中心で、司会進行は英語のみなので英語があまりわからない祖母は少し困惑気味だったかもしれません。

I participated as a VIP, and I highly recommend the VIP course for this tour. The show while enjoying wine was quite impressive. I will recommend it to my friends.

VIPで参加しました、このツアーはVIPコースがおすすめですね、ワインを飲みながらのショーはなかなかの迫力でした。
友達にもすすめます。

We had Lots of fun. The Crew of two worked well together and was very friendly and kept the Mai Tai's coming. I loved the choice of music as we sailed. This is a must do !!

I saw a similar show in Guam before, but this one had even more amazing dancing! The level of the dancers was incredible!
Before the show, there were entertainment acts where they drew pictures like tattoos with magic, and the kids enjoyed it too.
If I go to Hawaii, I want to go every time!

前にグアムでも同じ様なショーを見ましたが、こちらの方がよりダンスが凄かったです！ダンサーのレベルが半端ない！
ショーの前の余興では、マジックでタトゥーのように絵を書いてくれたりして、子供も楽しんでいました。
ハワイに行ったら、毎回でも行きたいです！

I visited on September 6, 2013. I participated in the tour to experience Polynesian culture, history, and dance shows, and it just so happened to be the week of the 50th anniversary of the Polynesian Cultural Center. There were graduates from Brigham Young University associated with the center, and they were holding a ceremony at the entrance, which I was able to witness. I think it was a rare experience. Overall, I had a great time exploring the center, and the evening dance show was so captivating that I lost track of time. However, regarding the buffet-style dinner, I found the taste to be somewhat disappointing, as it wasn't particularly delicious or varied. It was a bit of a letdown. It seems that there is an option for a deluxe dinner, which might have been better.

2013/9/6に利用しました。
ポリネシアの文化や歴史、ダンスショーを目当てにツアー参加したのですが、
またまたポリネシア・カルチャー・センターの50周年記念の週だったようで、
センターに縁のあるブリガム・ヤング大学の卒業生が来ていたり、出入り口の所で
その式典を開催していて、それを見る事もできました。レアな体験だったと思います。
全体を通して、とても楽しくセンター内を見学でき、夜のダンスショーは見入ってしまい時間を忘れるような内容でした。
ただ、ビュッフェ形式の夕食についてですが、あまり美味しいと思える味でも、選べる種類が多いというような事でも無く、少々残念な内容となってしまっていました。
夕食の内容はデラックスにもできるようですので、そちらだともっと良かったのかも知れません。

wonderful tour had the greatest guide was able to see everything and had alot of good laughs was well worth having a tour guide

The seat in the very front and center was great. The tribute artist's live performance was very enjoyable. I wish I could have seen some artists from the 60s. I would have liked to see more variety of artists.

一番前の真ん中の良い席で、大変良かったです。そっくりさんのライブとても楽しかったです。60年代のアーチストも見たかったかな？いろいろなアーチストをもっとやってほしかったです。

The food was horrible and the show was okay. We did not make it in time to do any of the activities offered. My parents were there all day and enjoyed the activities more than the dinner and show.

Whenever I stay in Hawaii, I make it a point to participate in a luau and dinner on the last night of my stay. This time, the luau at the King Kamehameha Hotel had the best location and food! When I stay on the Big Island again, I would love to participate once more.

ハワイに滞在するときは毎回滞在最後の晩にはルアウ＆ディナーに参加するようにしています。今回キングカメハメハホテルのルアウはロケーションも料理も最高のものでした！
ハワイ島に滞在するときは、また参加したいと思います。

It's not a very large ship, so at first, I was a bit nervous, but there was little rocking. The elementary school children were able to experience the feeling of being a captain at the helm, and the wind felt nice. Above all, the fireworks were beautiful and left me impressed.

あまり大ききな船でないので、さいしは、ドキドキしましたが、揺れもすくなく、小学生の子は、運転台で擬似船長気分を味わうこともできて風が、気持ち良く、なんと言っても花火が、きれいで感激しました。

This was an amazing sunset dinner cruise for my girlfriend and I. We had attended this cruise as a birthday gift to her, and it felt like we were on a honeymoon. This cruise is meant for couples because it is amazingly breathtaking with the view of Diamond Head crater, the deep blue ocean, and the beautiful shores of Waikiki. Then to top it all off with a sunset upon our west coast beaches.

We had a wonderful time here. Our driver and escort provided lively Hawaiian music,taught us about sacred Hawaiian land, historic places where movies were filmed, and a list of Hawaiian vocabulary. As we got there we were greeted by employees while checking in. We saw every village and participated in some activities. We learned how to dance hula and play the ukulele. We also got to see the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The Luau portion was the best! I have never been satisfied with an endless luau buffet.Food was great but I have only one suggestion which is make sure you don't eat too much because you still need to attend the show HA The Breath of Life. The show was awesome with historic facts of how children were raised with the sense of Ohana in Hawaii. After watching this show my girlfriend and I are aware of how and what life means to the Hawaiians.Ultimately if you are planning on visiting Oahu and was interested in this activity, then don't hesitate to book it!

I went with two elementary school students. Since we were in the front row, my younger son said, "Ugh, this looks boring. It's in English, so I'm just going to sleep." However, he was captivated by the thrilling show.

小学生二人と行きました。最上段の席だったので「えーつまんなそう、だって英語でしょ、ボク寝てるよ」といっていた次男でしたが、ド迫力のショーにくぎ付けになりました。

The circle island tour (1 star) was too much a rush, it is literally a drive half way around the island to get to PCC, only a couple stops that barely has time to get off the bus and take photos, and no where states that the famous Hanauma Bay is closed on Tuesday for cleanup.

The PCC operates like the cruise ship, put a lei on you just to have photographer take pictures to sell you later, and then take the lei back. The so called guides in the PCC are students where some of them are not well trained to handle the group; you can do everything by yourself using the schedule of programs.

The Luau was mediocre, no whole pig roasting, just a huge dinning hall with lots of people, eating the buffet, and some show on stage. Sorry, I live in Vegas, this cannot compare.

"HA: Breath of Life" Show definitely 5 star, very well done and great performers, if you are willing to pay high price for shows in Vegas, this one is on par.

Great food and great show. The Smith family really has this show down to a science. Very organized and don't worry, enough food for seconds. The dancers were excellent and as a real man, I appreciated the young women who had some girth.

The cruise was very enjoyable for me and my wife. The atmosphere was welcoming and fun. Being on a ship in itself was exciting. The meal was well prepared and delicious. The staff were entertaining yet very professional. Many of my friends has take this cruise and I would recommend it for anyone.

We enjoyed the cruise and the beautiful view provided on the cruise
The food and drinks were very good
Service was excellent
Entertainment was very good and the entertainers were very enthusiastic and got the attendees involved in the show

Great place, nice views.
Funniest show we had in long long time!!
Definetively a great choice.