All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

We decided to see a hula and fire dance show during our first trip to Hawaii as a three-generation family. We researched online and read many reviews to choose which show to attend.

Honestly, regarding the food, it's better not to have high expectations, as others have mentioned; a buffet style usually offers this kind of experience. However, we were very satisfied with the show in terms of content and duration; it was truly a professional performance. The hula danced by the woman in the center and the fire dance by the men exceeded our expectations.

In the city and restaurants in Hawaii, it seemed that nearly 70% of the visitors were Japanese, but I think it was about 20% here. There were a few staff members who spoke Japanese, but since the only conversation needed was for drink orders, there was hardly any need to worry about communication.

３世代家族、初めてのハワイ旅行ということでフラ・ファイヤーダンスを見ることにしました。
インターネットで調べてどこのショーを見るか、書き込みなどを沢山見て決めました。
正直、食事については他の書き込み通りであまり期待をしないほうが良いですが、ビュッフェスタイルだとこんなものだと思います。
ショーについては内容・時間ともに非常に満足できるもので、まさにプロフェッショナルのショーでした。
女性のセンターで踊る方のフラと、男性のファイヤーダンスは期待以上のレベルです。
ハワイの市街地やレストランなどでは７割近くが日本人という割合でしたが、ここでは２割位だったと思います。　日本語の出来るスタッフも何人かいましたが、会話が必要なのはドリンクオーダーくらいなので、会話の不安は殆ど不要です。

I participated for the second time in six years on October 30. The park hasn't changed much, but this time there was a canoe tour included, allowing us to see the villages from the canoe while seated, which was helpful for us older folks as it reduced the amount of walking.

The Hawaiian Journey, which showcases Hawaii's beautiful hidden spots on a big screen and allows you to experience it through seat vibrations, was narrated in Japanese and was very satisfying.

The show after the meal, especially the fire show, is a must-see. From the hotel pickup to the guidance around the park, the university students nearby kindly provided all the information in Japanese, allowing us to enjoy the day with peace of mind and great satisfaction.

１０月３０日に６年ぶり二度目の参加。園内はさほど変わっていないが、今回はカヌーツアーが含まれており、園内の村々を座ったままでカヌーから見られるので、我々年配者でも歩く度合いが少ないのは助かる。
ハワイの美しい秘境が大画面、座席の振動で体感できるハワイアン・ジャーニーは日本語での解説であり、大満足であった。
食事後のショーは特にファイアーショーは必見である。
ホテルでのピックアップから園内の案内など隣接する大学生がすべて日本語で親切に案内してくれるので、一日安心して楽しめ大満足であった。

I didn't have much time, and since we had a mix of older adults and children, I chose this option. I tried almost all the dishes, and they were all quite delicious. Considering the dance performances, I felt it was a good choice. (My young son started to look a bit bored during the show, but his eyes lit up during the final fire dance. He was amazed and watched intently.)

We drove there, and the parking was located in a building on the right side shortly after entering the premises. I realized that building was the Mid-Pacific Conference Center, and after getting out of the car, I took the nearby elevator straight up to the venue, which was very easy. (When I handed the parking ticket to a person in a light green aloha uniform inside the venue, they processed it through a machine and stamped it for free.)

For the tattoo experience (they were using regular markers), the kids each got hibiscus and honu designs, and my husband got a whale. They all turned out well and really lifted our spirits. If you're interested, I recommend lining up early since it's popular.

We were a group of six, and although there were still empty tables next to the stage, we were seated next to a couple who were already there (behind them). It was a bit disappointing not to be right up against the stage, but I suppose the empty tables were reserved for larger groups, so it couldn't be helped (one table was for ten people, and we ended up sitting with eight—my group of six and the couple).

I was happy to wear the fresh flower lei the whole time, but other members kept asking, "Can I take it off?" and "It's cold," and ended up removing theirs, which felt a bit wasteful (laughs). However, despite using time elsewhere right up until the show started, we were able to enjoy the performance very close to the stage, so I don't regret choosing the premium seats.

Each person received two free drink tickets, but the selection of free drinks was limited (only alcoholic Mai Tai or soft drinks like tropical fruit juice), and since the kids didn't like the juice, everyone ended up not using their tickets and left them unused (there was delicious free water on the table, which we enjoyed). I wish there had been a few more options.

I brought sunglasses as it was suggested, but I didn't need them (in mid-October). As time went on, it got a bit chilly, so I think having a light jacket would be good.

After the show, we exited the venue and were able to take pictures with the dancers in the hallway, which lifted our spirits again (were we being a bit starstruck?). We left feeling great.

時間に余裕があまりなくて年配から子供までの構成だったのでこちらを選びました。
お料理も殆ど全種類取りましたが全て普通に美味しく、ダンス等の内容からも選んで良かったと思います。（小学校低学年の男の子はショーの途中、段々とつまらなさそうにし始めましたが、最後のファイアーダンスで目がパッチリ。すごーい！と、食い入るように見ていました。）

レンタカーで行き、敷地に入って割とすぐ右手にある建物がパーキングだったので入庫、その建物がミッド・パシフィック・コンファレンス・センターだという事に気づき、車を降りてすぐ近くのエレベーターに乗ってそのまま上階へ、とても簡単に会場入りできました。（駐車券は、会場内の薄いグリーンのアロハ制服の人に渡すと、機械にとおして無料のスタンプを押してくれました）

タトゥー体験(普通の油性ペンで描いてましたが）は、子供がそれぞれハイビスカスとホヌ、夫がクジラを書いてもらい、いずれも上手で気分が盛り上がりました。やりたい方は、人気なので早めに並ぶと良いと思います。

席は、当方6名で、まだ舞台脇に空きテーブル席があったのですが、既に着席していた白人のご夫婦の隣(後ろ）に案内され、舞台かぶりつきではなく少々残念でしたが、空テーブルはもっと大人数のグループ用にあけていたのでしょう、仕方なかったかな（1テーブル10名用で、私たちのテーブルは結局8名(白人ご夫婦と当方6名）で座りました）
生花のレイは、私は嬉しくずっとつけていましたが、他のメンバーは「とっていい？」「冷たい」と次々に外してしまい、ちょっともったいない感が(笑)
でも、開演の割とギリギリまで他で時間を使ったにもかかわらず舞台のすぐ近くでショーを楽しめたので、プレミアムシートに後悔はしていません。

飲み物は一人2枚のフリードリンク券がついていましたが、フリーの飲み物の種類が少なく(アルコール・マイタイか、ソフトドリンク・トロピカルフルーツ味ジュースの2種類）子供の好みのジュースではなかった事もあって全員おかわりせず券を余らせ（テーブルに無料の美味しいお水があり、それを頂きました）種類がもう少しあったらなと思いました。

持って行った方が良い物にサングラスと書いてあったので持っていきましたが、必要なかったです(10月中旬）時間が経つと少し肌寒くなってきたので、薄い上着があると良いと思いました。

ショー終了後、会場を出て廊下で踊り手さんと写真が撮れて、また気分が盛り上がり(ミーハー？）気持ち良く帰途につきました。

Too fast - need to slow down and spend more time on each area

Enjoying a Mai Tai while on a sunset cruise was something I was really looking forward to, but it was so cold that I couldn't bring myself to drink the Mai Tai. I was wearing a proper jacket, but the wind was strong and the waves were rough, and I found myself thinking about how I just wanted it to end before I got seasick. It was very disappointing. The boat was full, mostly with foreigners who were having a great time, so I felt sad that I couldn't join in the fun (^_^;) The sunset was mostly hidden by clouds, so it wasn't as beautiful as I had hoped, but I was glad to experience it at least once. However, if I have the chance again, I will choose a daytime cruise.

マイタイ飲みながらサンセットクルーズ。楽しみに参加したのですが
とても寒くてマイタイを飲む気になれませんでした。上着はちゃんと着ていたのですが
風が強くて波も荒れていて船酔い寸前で早く終わることばかり考えてしまい
非常に残念でした。船内は満席でほとんどが外国人でのりのりで盛り上がっていたので
一緒に楽しめず悲しかったです(^_^;)
サンセットもちょうど雲に隠れてしまい、すごく綺麗とまではいきませんでしたが
一度は体験してみたかったのでよかったです。ただ、次回があるとすれば
昼間のクルージングにします。

I participated because I could see the Hilton fireworks from the sea. There were not many Japanese people, but I was surprised to see many couples with small children (or rather, babies) and pregnant women. Since it was a small boat, the rocking was quite strong, so I think it's essential for those who get seasick to take motion sickness medication. At the start, we could see the sunset, and after the sun went down, we enjoyed the night view of Waikiki, the moon, light snacks, and cocktails. The snacks were limited in quantity, so make sure not to miss out. I participated in mid-October and brought a windbreaker just in case, but since the weather was nice, I was fine without anything over my sleeveless top. The fireworks lasted for about ten minutes, but they could be seen without any obstructions from the sea. This tour was more affordable than a cruise on a large ship, and since it was a small boat, it was nice to enjoy it with a small group. However, one thing to note is that the pickup location was at Hyatt Regency, which is also a departure point for many other optional tours, leading to a big crowd with large buses and other tour participants, making it very time-consuming to find my tour's pickup vehicle.

ヒルトンの花火を海から見れるということで参加。日本人は少なかったですが、小さな子供（というよりむしろ赤ちゃん連れ）や妊婦さんのカップルがたくさんいてびっくり。小さい船なので揺れは結構は強めなので、酔いやすい人は酔い止めが必須と思う。スタート時は夕日が見られ、日が沈んだ後はワイキキの夜景や月の鑑賞、軽食とカクテルも楽しめた。軽食は量が限らているので、取り遅れないように。10月中旬の参加で、念のためウィンドブレーカーを持って行っていたが、天気が良かったせいかノースリーブのまま上にはおるものがなくても平気だった。花火の時間は10数分ですが、海側からなんのさえぎりもなく見られます。大型船でのクルーズよりはお得で、また小さい船なので少人数でゆっくりみられるこのツアーはよかったです。ただ一つ言えば、送迎のピックアップ場所がハイアットリージェンシーだったが、そこはほかの多くのオプショナルツアー出発場所にもなっていて、大型バスとほかのツアー参加者とで大混雑、自分のツアーの送迎車が来たのかどうかを見つけるのが非常に時間がかかった。

I was recommended to participate for the first time, and the level of quality was incredible, far beyond what I expected from students! I was truly moved. I definitely want to see it again next time.

薦められって初めて参加しましたが、学生とは思えないほどの完成度！！感動しました。次も是非、観たいです。

What a great way to experience the Hawaiian culture! We very much enjoyed our dinner as well as the Luau performance after dinner. The dancers were fantastic and we were thoroughly entertained! We would highly recommend the plantation owners dinner for couples as it is a very romantic setting with a staff that made us feel very welcome and appreciated!

This is was an excellent night! Great food and plenty of it, great show too! We really enjoyed the music they played during dinner even allowing us to dance. The grounds are spectacular with all the trees and beautiful flowers!! Best luau we have ever been to

Whenever I go to Waikiki, I ride on a catamaran. This time, my father, who was visiting Hawaii for the first time, also rode on the catamaran. We enjoyed the beautiful sunset, cocktails in hand, and had fun communicating with the foreigners who were on board with us. It seems that this catamaran experience was the most enjoyable part of our trip to Hawaii. I want to ride it again next time.

いつもワイキキにいく時には、カタマランに乗っています。
今回は初ハワイの父もカタマランに乗り、きれいな夕日とともに、カクテル片手に、一緒に乗った外人の方と、カタコトコミュニケーションも楽しんでいました。
ハワイ旅行の中で、このカタマランが一番楽しかった様です。
次回も乗りたいです。

The Japanese tour guide was kind and pleasant, making it easy to explore. I was impressed when I saw the Hitachi commercial "What Tree, What Tree," and then we went to see turtles, but unfortunately, there were none, which was a bit disappointing. However, when we went to see the sunset in Hawaii, I was moved to see the beautiful sunset and 5 to 6 turtles. I've seen various night views in Japan, but the night views in Hawaii were also wonderful. There was a spot on the way back where the lights from the oncoming traffic were incredibly beautiful; it's something that leaves a lasting impression when you see it.

日本人ツアーガイドの方が親切で感じよく見て回る事ができました。
日立のコマーシャル「この木、何の木」を見て「おーと感激し」その後亀を見に行ったのですが、残念ながらいなくて少し残念感があったのですが、ハワイの夕日を見に行くと夕焼けと亀が５～６頭居て感動しました、日本でも色々夜景を見てきましたがハワイで夜景もすばらしい物がありました。帰りの対向車線からの車のライトがものすごく綺麗な所がありました、一回見て見ると感激します。

This was my second trip to Hawaii, but since my last visit focused on marine sports and shopping, I wanted to do some sightseeing this time! I wanted to experience Hawaiian culture, so I participated in an event that was within walking distance from our hotel.

The show was very enjoyable, and the host, who was from Hawaii, had great energy and really got everyone excited. The singing was excellent! There were many Japanese tourists, but there were also a lot of foreigners, which made it very interesting. I was so captivated that the time flew by, and before I knew it, it was over! The fire dance was very impressive and worth watching! I think this is something unique that you can't see in Japan.

If I could wish for something, I would like the main showtime to be longer. Also, the buffet ended after just one round, so I would have been very satisfied if it had been a style where you could go back for more. I didn't even get to the dessert...

ハワイ旅行は２度目でしたが、前回はマリンスポーツ＆ショッピングが主でしたので今回は観光をしよう！ということで、ハワイの文化に触れたいと思い、私たちの宿泊ﾎﾃﾙからも徒歩圏内でしたので参加しました。
ショーはとても楽しく、進行の方もハワイの方なのでノリも良くとても盛り上がっていました。歌もとっても上手☆日本人の観光客は多いですが、外国の方も多く見ていてとってもおもしろいです。見入ってしまうのであっと言う間に終りが来てしまいました！フ　ァイヤーダンス、とっても迫力あって見甲斐があります！これは日本では見れない外国ならではだと思います。

少し欲を言えば、メインのショータイムの時間がもっと増えたらなと思います。
また、ビュッフェも一回りしたらおしまいでしたので、何度も取りにいけるスタイルだと大満足です。デザートまでたどり着けませんでした。。。

I had a very pleasant time! My niece and sister-in-law, who I brought along without understanding the content, were also very impressed! We saw a turtle right by the beach before boarding the boat, and once we set sail, we could see that turtle swimming a little offshore. The sunset was incredibly beautiful... I've been to Hawaii many times, but this was my first cruise in Waikiki, and I was more moved than I expected. However, it was disappointing that after watching the sunset, we returned relatively early, even though it was supposed to include seeing the sparkling night view of Waikiki. We had too much time afterwards and ended up skipping the plan to watch the Hilton fireworks on the beach.

とても気持ちのいい時間を持てました！内容がわからずに連れて行った姪と義妹も大感激！船に乗船する手前のビーチですぐそばに亀に会って、出航したらその亀？が少し沖で泳いでるのが見れたし、サンセットは最高にキレイだったし・・・何回もハワイには行っていますが、初めてのワイキキでのクルーズだったし思った以上に感動しました。ただ、内容はサンセット見た後、ワイキキの光輝く夜の風景を見て帰ると書いてあったのに、わりと早く帰ったので、その後ビーチでヒルトンの花火を見る予定が時間がありすぎて止めたのが残念でした。

I was called by my "personal name" from the pickup, and no matter which activity I went to, there was a reserved seat with my name prepared; it was a luxurious course. The guide, Kala, is a native Hawaiian who can speak Japanese. Although it was supposed to be a Japanese course, once he realized I understood English, we ended up doing most of the tour in English.

ピックアップから「個人名」で呼ばれ，どこのアクティビティへ行っても，名前入りの予約席が用意されている，お大尽のコースでした．ガイドのKala君は日本語もできるネイティブハワイアン系．一応日本語のコースだったのですが，私が英語を理解すると解ったら，ほとんど英語で回ることになりました．

I had a great experience!
During the bus drive to PCC there is a tour guide who is really good on entertaining the crowd while giving important information about Hawaii culture. As you arrive there you are greeted by the employees while checking-in.
After lunch (i've purchased a nice BBQ buffet) I started my tour, the guide was very friendly and took us to each village and we had the chance to participate of many cultural activities.
If you were not able to see all the presentations, don't worry, you can have a small demonstration of each Village during the Canoe Pageant.
If you have time, please check the Hawaiian Journey Theater, you will watch a beautiful movie about Hawaii. I was impressed by the size of the theater. There's also a Tram Tour around Laie town and you can visit the Temple.
By 5pm it starts the Dinner Luau. There is a lot of different options, and they were all delicious! After dinner there's the beautiful show "Ha: Breath of Life". It's a wonderful production!

I had been on daytime yacht trips before, but this was my first time on a night yacht. The sunset was beautiful. Unlike the daytime yacht, the ride was calm. There were no splashes of water.

今まで昼のヨットは乗っていましたが、始めて夜のヨットに乗りました。
サンセットはきれいでした。
昼のヨットと違いおとなしい走行でした。
水しぶきもかかりません。

It was a trip with my 82-year-old mother.
The stage was easy to understand and captivating.
If you come to Hawaii, it's a must-see at least once!

８２歳の母との旅でした。
ステージが分かりやすく魅せられました。
ハワイに来たら１度は見るべき！

We chose this place to learn about polynesian culture, place is adorable, great people around, nice dinner and fantastic show at the end of the day. We recommend it.have fun!

The cultural center and night show were awesome. The luau was amazing! Very memorable experience!

This is just a terrific event to attend. The chief and his extended family put on a terrific and funny show designed to entertain all in attendance from couples to families. Many pre-show activities bring you inside the culture of the islands. The food is tasty and plenty of it to enjoy. The staff is very hospitable. Highly recommend.

The overwhelming intensity and loudness that approached my face were amazing; it was an event that passed in the blink of an eye. I was reminded of Elvis's greatness.

顔面に迫るど迫力と大音響のすばらしさ、あっと言う間の出来事でした。エルビスのすばらしさを再認識致しました。

Chief was amazing, interacted with audience throughout the entire show. Show was HIGHLY entertaining. View from Luau was stunning, Dancing was incredibly, singing was awesome. Only downside of entire show was that the food was just okay. Pork was good, pineapple cake was good, everything else was just okay. However I would highly recommend this show even if the food was awful, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!

This catamaran sunset cocktail cruise was very enjoyable. Mai Tai's were great... My husband is still talking about them. Crew was awesome. Boat was comfortable and fireworks were actually really good for a random Tuesday night. Would definitely recommend!

It was a very fantastic and romantic night!

The top deck is amazing for catching sight of the city line and it's a great place to spend a romantic evening. You have a wonderful view of Diamond Head crater and the beautiful shores of Waikiki.

I chose the 3 star dinner cruise, food was great and the staff were entertaining and very professional. As soon as you arrive at the Aloha Tower the staff will take you onto the boat and direct you to the appropriate floor according to the package you select.

As you enjoy your dinner, they have a 2 man band playing local island music and latter they have a jazz duo with a saxophonist. At the end of the night that was a fun Polynesian show and they got everyone in the room up on their feet and dancing.

I would recommend this cruise to everyone, specially for the one looking forward to a romantic night!

We took the dinner cruise on our first night's stay here in Hawaii! It was the best start to our vacation that we could have had! The food was fabulous and the entertainment was superb! We would highly recommend this dinner cruise to kick off anyone's vacation here in the islands!!

This was my second time participating, following last year's trip to Hawaii. The sunset cruise in Hawaii is typically enjoyed on a large ship while dining, but this tour is perfect for those who want to avoid a crowd of Japanese tourists and enjoy an open, thrilling cruise with unlimited drinks. The boat speeds out to sea quite quickly, making it quite exhilarating. With music playing, everyone gets into the groove. There are few Japanese participants, allowing for a unique camaraderie typical of foreigners, making this tour highly recommended. The crew also entertains with jokes, of course, in English... I realized that having at least a basic level of English conversation skills enhances the experience even more. I would love to join this tour again on my next trip to Hawaii.

去年のハワイ旅行に引き続き、2回目の参加でした。ハワイのサンセットクルーズは、大型船で食事を楽しみながらというのが王道。しかし、日本人だらけはイヤ、開放的でスリリングなクルーズを楽しみたい、お酒飲み放題がいい、という人にはもってこいのツアーです。結構なスピードで沖まで進むので、かなりスリリング。音楽をかけながら、みんなノリノリ。日本人は少なく、ガイジン特有の意気投合が楽しめるオススメのツアーです。クルーも冗談を交えながら、楽しませてくれます。もちろん、英語で・・・。日常会話程度の英語力があれば、さらに楽しめると痛感しました。次回のハワイ旅行でもまた参加したいツアーです。

I participated in the VIP course. As expected, it was a very enjoyable experience from the food to the show. The addition of hula made it a truly unique Hawaiian entertainment experience.

VIPのコースで参加しました。評判通り、食事からショーまで　とても楽しい体験でした。フラも加わり、ハワイならではのエンターテイメントに　とても良かったです。

We participated in the evening for our honeymoon. I chose the deluxe course because I had heard great reviews about the food. Perhaps I had high expectations, but there weren't that many dishes, and the food wasn't surprisingly delicious... However, there were items like unlimited crab and roast beef, which are not something you can easily find, so I was quite satisfied. It was also fun to try local dishes from each island.

The show was about an hour and a half long, with a storyline that made me tear up from the beginning. My husband was in tears too, haha. The fire dance was especially moving!

On the bus ride there, a student acted as our guide and shared various stories, so we were never bored. It was a bit far from Waikiki, but it felt like a little trip. The excellent service was impressive, just like in Japan.

Overall, I felt the price, including transportation, meals, and the show, was a bit high. I would be happier if it were a little cheaper.

ハネムーンにて、夜から参加しました。デラックスコースは料理が美味しいと口コミがあったので、デラックスにしました！期待しすぎたせいか、品数もそれほど多くなく、料理は驚くほど美味しいというわけではありませんでした…しかしカニやローストビーフ食べ放題など、なかなか食べられない物がありまぁ満足です。各島の郷土料理などもあり楽しかったです。
ショーは約1時間半たっぷりの内容で、ストーリーになっており序盤からウルウルしてしまいました。旦那も号泣してました笑
ファイヤーダンスは特に感動です！
行きのバスでは、学生がガイドとして、ずっと様々な話をしてくださり、飽きなかったです。ワイキキから少し遠いですが小旅行みたいでした。日本のような素晴らしい接客が印象的でした。
全体的に送迎、食事、ショー含めてのお値段としては若干高いと感じました。もう少し安かったら嬉しいですね。

I was the only one participating alone, but I had a great time. I joined with the mindset that it would be fine to just take some photos. There were mostly foreigners, but everyone was lively and having fun. The sunset was beautiful, so I think it became a nice memory. However, it gets cold, so you'll need something to wear over your clothes, and women might find shorts a bit tight. I had a towel that I borrowed from the hotel, which worked perfectly as a lap blanket. I was also lucky to catch a glimpse of the rainbow. I would love to participate again, but next time with someone!

一人での参加は私だけでしたが楽しめました。
写真でも撮ってればいいやぐらいの気持ちで参加しました。
外人ばかりでしたが個々に陽気に盛り上がっていました。
サンセットがきれいだったのでいい思い出になったと思います。ただ寒くなるので羽織るもの必要とあと女性は短パンはきついかも。私はホテルから借りていたタオルがあったのでそれをひざ掛け代わりにしていたらちょうどよかったです。レインボーも運よくうっすら見れてラッキーでした。また参加したいです。でも次回は誰かと！！

My 80-year-old father really wanted to go, so I participated alone. It seems that he visited the Polynesian Cultural Center during his first trip to Hawaii, and after many decades, he was very pleased to see how much it had changed. The grounds were beautiful, the theater was spacious, and the dance show was wonderful. However, he felt that the dinner buffet was somewhat lacking.

80歳になる父がどうしても行きたいというので独りで参加しました。
初めてハワイに行った際に訪れたようで何十年振りのポリネシアン文化センターはとても様変わりをしており、敷地内は綺麗で劇場も広くダンスショーも素晴らしかったととても喜んでました。ただ、夕食のバイキングは今一だったようです。