All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

This time, I participated in the backstage tour and buffet & show course! During the backstage tour, I got to hold the actual props used by the performers, see the glamorous costumes up close, and learn about the workings of the stage entrances—experiences that are usually not visible. Standing on the stage made me feel like a movie star! Knowing the behind-the-scenes details really heightened my anticipation for the show.

The buffet afterwards featured a variety of dishes made with local Hawaiian ingredients, allowing me to experience Hawaii through food. There were performances like hula dancing during the meal, which was a delightful touch!

The main show was moving! It was a truly special performance that blended traditional hula and fire dancing with modern entertainment. Every performance was professional, and I was overwhelmed by the speed of the costume changes and the energy put into the acts. Having seen the backstage, I could enjoy the show while imagining, "They must be changing costumes over there right now," which made it a unique experience.

What stood out the most were the large screens set up at the front and sides of the venue displaying historical footage. Watching actual clips of Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson while enjoying the performances gave me a strange sensation, as if I had time-traveled. I felt that this production added depth to the show and was a wonderful way to engage the audience further.

The most surprising part was the "Moana" scene! Although it was a limited-time feature, I was extremely excited. The performance synchronized with the scenes from Moana on the screen was so much fun, captivating both children and adults alike. The kids sitting in front of me were thrilled, which warmed my heart.

Rokafura is enjoyable for both adults and children! The buffet is delicious, so if you want to experience the essence of Hawaii, you absolutely should participate!

今回、バックステージツアーとビュッフェ＆ショーのコースに参加！
バックステージツアーでは、実際にパフォーマーが使う装飾品を手に取ったり、華やかな衣装を間近で見たり、ステージの出入り口の仕組みを教えてもらったりと、普段は見られない裏側を体。ステージに立ってみると、まるで女優になった気分！裏側を知ることで、ショーへの期待感が一気に高まりました。

その後のビュッフェでは、ハワイならではの素材を使ったメニューが豊富で、食事を通してハワイを感じることができました。食事中にはフラダンスなどのパフォーマンスがあり、盛り上げてくれるのも嬉しいポイント！

メインのショーは、感動！
伝統的なフラダンスやファイヤーダンスと、現代的なエンターテインメントが融合した、まさに特別なパフォーマンス。どのパフォーマンスもプロフェッショナルで、衣装チェンジの速さや、全力で演じるエネルギーに圧倒。バックステージを見ていたからこそ、「今あそこで着替えているんだろうな」と想像しながら楽しめたのも、特別な体験でした。

特に印象的だったのは、会場の正面と左右に設置された特大スクリーンに映し出される歴史的映像。エルビスプレスリーやマイケル・ジャクソンの実際の映像を見ながらパフォーマンスを楽しむことで、まるでタイムスリップしたような不思議な感覚に。
ショーに深みを与えるこの演出は、観客をさらに引き込む素晴らしい工夫だと感じました。

一番驚いたのが「モアナ」のシーン！
期間限定とのことでしたが、これには大興奮。スクリーンに映し出されるモアナのシーンに合わせたパフォーマンスはとても楽しく、子どもたちも大人も夢中になっていました。私の前に座っていた子どもたちも大喜びで、心が温かくなりました。

大人だけでなく子どもも楽しめる内容になっているロカフラ！
ビュッフェも美味しいので、ハワイらしさを楽しみたかったら絶対参加すべき！

You can feel the history of Hawaii, and of course, the beauty of silk. Even though the seats are far away, it's a venue where every seat has its own charm. I want to go again.

ハワイの歴史も感じられ、シルクとしての素晴らしさももちろん
席は遠くても十分近い会場なので、どの席にも良さがある
また行きたい

During the buffet before the show, there was a hula dance performance right in front of us, which made it enjoyable until the very end. The show also included a look-alike impersonation segment, which was entertaining.

ショーの前のビュッフェのときも、フラダンスショーが目の前で行われたりして、最後まで楽しめました。ショーはそっくりさんのモノマネショーもあり面白かったです。

Fantastisk oplevelse. Vi prøvede også for 18 år siden. Grunden til kun 4 stjerner er, at der er for kort tid til at opleve det hele. Vi kom sent derop pga vejarbejde (men havde en fantastisk chauffør), så show på vandet er godt igang og alle pladser optaget.
Der var flere rækker tomme sæder ved det store aftenshow. Hvorfor ikke lade andre sidde der, så de ser bedre?

Almost walked out as show was late starting. But after show started it was great

We were greeted with a drink, zero wait. (Even non alcoholic for our child)
Table water was always full.
Appetizers came within minutes.
The awesome crew feed over 300 people in very timely matter, before the show started.
Once the show started it was captivating and never dull. The night went by real quick and would recommend that one do a minor Google search of history of the islands before going there. It would definitely tie everything together.

The Luau dinner event was awesome all my family enjoyed the food, drink and show.
I wish going back again.
The staff are great and helpful.
Great Hawaii culture.

On the first day of my trip, I was able to see a wonderful show, and it made me feel like I had truly arrived in Hawaii! The performers looked just like the celebrities, and the photo session after the show is a memorable experience!

旅行初日に素敵なショーを見ることが出来て、ハワイに来たなと実感出来ました！
有名人にもそっくりで、ショー後の写真撮影も思い出に残ってます！

We'll scheduled. Both drivers were really nice and friendly.

Two days before departing for Hawaii, I learned about "Auwana" and signed up just before leaving. Although I was in the second-floor seating, the venue was small enough that I enjoyed it thoroughly. The show allowed me to experience Hawaiian culture, and the performances were incredibly powerful. There was also a participatory program that was a lot of fun. The showtime flew by in an instant. Children can also enjoy it. For those traveling, I highly recommend checking it out.

ハワイ出発の二日前に「アウアナ」のことを知り、出発直前に申し込みました。
二階席でしたが、会場が狭いので十分楽しめました。ハワイの文化に触れながら見られるショーでパフォーマンスもすごい迫力でした。参加者型のプログラムもありとても楽しむことができました。ショータイムは、あっという間に過ぎてしまいます。子どもも楽しめます。旅行に行かれる方、是非見に行ってほしいと思います。

I was grateful that they changed my reservation even though I went a day early. The Waimea beef was very delicious.

間違えて予約日前日に行ったにもかかわらず
変更してくれて助かりました。
ワイメア牛はとても美味しいかったです。

I enjoyed being able to see various stages, including hula dance, entertainment, and fire dance. The meals were also satisfying.

フラダンスから
エンターテイメント
ファイアーダンスと
いろんなステージを見ることができて
楽しかったです。
食事も充実してました。

I had the opportunity to see the much-talked-about Cirque du Soleil show "AUANA," which started last December!

I attended the 8:30 PM performance this time. If you have an early dinner, it’s perfectly timed for after the meal. For dinner, I went to Maui Brewing located in the lobby of Outrigger Beachcomber. It’s situated directly below the AUANA venue, and you can already feel a hint of the Cirque du Soleil atmosphere.

After enjoying a light beer and meal, it was finally time for the theater. I simply presented the QR code ticket I received via email, and the staff smoothly guided me in. It was very convenient. Surrounding the theater, there are small food stalls and restrooms. It’s great to be able to take care of any restroom needs before the show starts.

Passing through the carpet marked with "AUANA," I entered the venue. My seat was in Category 3, located at the back left when facing the stage. When I compared it to the seat map beforehand, I wondered if I should have chosen a closer seat, but this turned out to be a pleasant surprise! The theater is compact, so I didn’t feel far from the stage and could feel the performers' energy. Additionally, being able to view the performance from a higher perspective allowed me to appreciate the full use of the stage, making it possibly the best seat after all.

The show consists of eight acts, each linked to a Hawaiian story. It began with a swinging performance that conveyed the history of how Polynesians arrived in Hawaii. The intensity was incredible and quite thrilling. The show continued with comedic acts, beautifully graceful female dances, nail-biting balance performances, and dynamic acts inspired by volcanoes—there was so much to see!

Before I knew it, we were at the final act. By that point, I was completely immersed in the world of AUANA, and I found myself tearing up uncontrollably. I ended up giving a standing ovation with teary eyes! I am grateful and moved to have been able to come to Hawaii and see AUANA. Right after it ended, I thought, "I want to see it again!" and now I have one more reason to return to Hawaii!

The show progresses without any verbal explanations, so even those who are not confident in English will be fine. There are performances in the aisle between the front and back seats, so for those who want to see the whole show, sitting in the back is better, while those who want to see the performance up close should choose seats in the front. Since I watched from the back this time, I’m thinking I’d like to experience the intensity from the front next time.

昨年12月からスタートしたシルク・ドゥ・ソレイユ「アウアナ」！話題のショーをこの度初めて見させて頂きました！

私が参加したのは、今回は20:30からの回でした。少し早めに夕食を取れば、食後にちょうど良いタイミングです。
当日の夕食はアウトリガー•ビーチコマーのロビー会にあるマウイブリューイングさんへ。アウアナ会場のちょうど真下に位置しており、既にシルク・ド・ソレイユの世界観が少し漂ってきます。

軽くビールと食事を楽しんだあとは、いよいよシアターへ。事前にメールでもらっていたQRコード付きチケットを出すだけで、受付の方にスムーズに案内いただけました。楽ちんです。シアターの周囲には小さな飲食の売店とお手洗いがあります。トイレが気にならないよう、ショーの前に小用を済ませておけるのは嬉しいところ。売店もマウイブリューイングと連動しており、追加のビールも買うことができました笑

'AUANAと書かれたカーペットを抜けて、いざ入場です。
今回の席はカテゴリー3。ステージを正面に見て、左奥の位置でした。事前にシートマップと見比べたときは、もう少し近い方が良かったかなぁ、と悶々していましたが、これが嬉しい誤算！
シアター自体がコンパクトな作りになっているため、遠方と感じることなく十分にステージの息遣いを感じられる席でした。かつ、俯瞰して演出を見られる位置でもあるので、ステージを目一杯使ってパフォーマンスが繰り広げられることを考えると、むしろベスト席だったかも…なんて思ったりしますり。

ショーは8つの演目で構成され、それぞれがハワイの物語と連動しています。ポリネシアの人々がハワイにたどり着いた歴史を伝えるブランコのショーからスタート。いきなり迫力がすごく、ハラハラでした。その後もコミカルタッチの演目や、美しくしなやかな女性の演舞、つい手に汗握るバランスパフォーマンス、火山をイメージしたダイナミックな演技など、とにかく見どころが続きます。
気づいたらあっという間に最終演目。その頃には完全にアウアナの世界に引き込まれており、勝手に涙が止まらなくなっていました。最後は目を潤ませながらスタンディングオベーション！
今回ハワイに来れたこと、アウアナを見られたことに感謝、感激です。終わってすぐに「また見たい！」と思え、次またハワイに来る理由が１つ増えました！

ショーは全て言葉の説明なく進みますので、英語が不安な方でも大丈夫。前方席と後方席の間の通路でもパフォーマー演出があるので、全体を見たい方は後ろから、より間近に演技を見たい方は前方側の席が良いかと思います。
私は今回後ろからの観劇でしたので、次回は正面前方から迫力を感じてみたいなぁ、なんて思っています。

I experienced the new attraction Xplore Ride, which was also introduced at HIS events.

I participated from the afternoon of my arrival day. Since I arrived in Hawaii in the morning and couldn't check into the hotel until the afternoon, it was a nice point that I could join during the free time. The tour departs from Royal Hawaiian Avenue next to DFS. I was worried about getting lost, but the large bus with a blue ocean illustration caught my eye, and I was able to find it right away. There are also lunch spots nearby, like Aloha Table and Sticks, making it convenient to join before or after lunch.

After telling my name and boarding the bus, I took my designated seat. I heard that the bus is a brand new custom vehicle for this tour! The ride was comfortable, with luxurious seats. Before departure, a staff member provided an explanation. Following their instructions, I put on the VR goggles that were prepared at my seat, and I immediately saw a language selection button in front of me. When I reached out, I pressed the selection button, and it switched to Japanese mode. They mentioned that it uses AR technology to overlay real-world images with virtual space, and MR technology that connects the virtual world with the body, which made me excited for this first-time experience.

Once the headset and language settings were complete, the tour started. The bus route goes around Diamond Head and returns, and it wasn't a long ride. I was worried about feeling dizzy due to lack of sleep, but I was able to enjoy it without any issues until the end.

During the tour, a guide named Manta appeared. He shared various attractions of Oahu and information about Hawaii. The experience of reaching out and connecting with the virtual space, where dolphins and fish appeared from Waikiki Beach, and scenes where I completely entered another world were filled with many creative elements that kept me engaged. There are many highlights, but I’ll refrain from spoilers. Please be sure to experience it for yourself!

The duration of the tour is easy to participate in. I highly recommend it for both enhancing your knowledge of Hawaii and enjoying a new experience! Thank you!

HISさんのイベントなどでも紹介されていたXplore Ride。気になる新アトラクションを体験してきました。

私は到着日の午後から参加しました。ハワイの到着は現地午前中、ホテルは午後までチェックインができないので、あいた時間に参加できるのは嬉しいポイントです。
ツアーはDFSの横、ロイヤルハワイアン通りから出発します。迷わないか心配でしたが、海の青いイラストが書かれた大きなバスがアイキャッチになり、すぐに「これだ！」と見つけることができました。近くはアロハテーブルやスティックスなどランチ所もあるので、ランチ前後の参加も便利そうです。

名前を伝えてバスに乗ったら、指定の席に座ります。バスはこのツアー特注の新車とのこと！乗り心地も気持ちよい、高級感あるシートでした。
出発前に係の方から説明があります。いわれるがまま席に準備されたVRゴーグルを装着すると、既に何やら言語選択のボタンが目の前に。手を伸ばすと選択ボタンが押され、日本語モードになりました。現実世界の映像と仮想空間が重なるAR技術、バーチャル世界と体が連動するMR技術とのことですが、始めての体験に既にワクワクです。

ヘッドセット、言語セットが完了したら、ツアースタート。バスのルートはダイヤモンドヘッドを一周して戻ってくるコースで、そこまで長時間ではありません。寝不足でデジタル酔いが心配でしたが、最後まで問題なく楽しむことができました。

ツアーでは案内役のマンタが登場。様々なオアフ島の魅力やハワイ情報を教えてくれます。手を伸ばしてバーチャル空間と繋がる体験、ワイキキビーチからイルカや魚が現れたり、完全に異世界に入るシーンもあり、飽きさせない工夫がたくさんでした。見どころは色々ありますが、ネタバレになるので、控えておきます。是非実際に体験してみてください笑

気軽に参加できる所用時間。ハワイの知識を補強できる意味でも、新しい体験を楽しめる意味でも、おすすめできる内容でした！ありがとうございました！

I visited Nature for the first time this time. Since it was a limited-time discount price, I was able to enjoy steak at a great deal.

Nature is located on Seaside Avenue, just across Kuhio Street. The first floor houses the creative Japanese restaurant ZIGU. When I visited, ZIGU was already bustling, indicating its popularity.

Nature is on the second floor of the building, and unlike ZIGU, it has a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. The calm service left a strong impression, and other customers seemed to be enjoying their meals peacefully.

I ordered a set menu this time and enjoyed a glass of red wine as a pairing.

The starter was a marinated cheese and papaya dish. It was a combination I had never seen before, but the sweetness and saltiness were well balanced, and I was already impressed from the start of the meal. The main dish was the signature Waimea beef steak. It was tender and cooked slowly, with nice seasoning. Having visited Hawaii several times and enjoyed various steaks, I think this one ranks at the top! The flavor was complex and layered, with a good balance of firmness and tenderness; it was simply wonderful. The dessert was also luxurious. I regret not being able to finish it all because I was so full! I should have eaten a little less for lunch.

I was able to enjoy the dinner I had been curious about! Thank you!

今回、初めてナチュールさんを訪問しました。早め時間限定の割引価格だったので、お得にステーキを楽しめました。

ナチュールさんの場所は、シーサイドアベニュー、クヒオ通りを渡ってすぐの場所。1階は創作日本食のZIGUが入っています。私が訪れた時間には既にZIGUも盛況で、人気店なことが伺えます。

ナチュールさんは建物の2階ですが、ZIGUとは異なり、カジュアルながら洗練された雰囲気。落ち着いた接客が印象的で、他のお客さんも穏やかに食事を楽しんでいる様子でした。

今回はセットメニューを注文。ペアリングに赤ワインをグラスで楽しみました。

スターターはチーズとパパイヤのマリネ。始めてみる組み合わせでしたが、甘さとしょっぱさがマリアージュしており、お食事開始から既に感動でした。
メインはお店のシグネチャーでもあるワイメア牛のステーキ。じっくり柔らかく調理されたワイメア牛で、味付けもナイスです。何度かハワイに来て、いろいろなステーキを楽しんでおりますが、これはトップランクに入ってくるのでは！？という好みの味でした。複雑で立体的な味わいと言うか、固さと柔らかさのバランスもよく、とにかく素晴らしかったです。
デザートも豪華でした。お腹がいっぱいになってしまい、全部食べきれなかったことが悔やまれます笑
お昼を少し減らしてくればよかったですね笑

気になっていたディナー、楽しむことができました！ありがとうございました！

Everything was perfect, from the hosts, to the food, to the performance. The entire environment and experience was fun, thrilling, and all the things you hope for.

I saw it once in Japan, but it was the best only in Hawaii.
It was very beautiful, and it was exciting to watch!
You should definitely see it!

日本で一度見ましたが、ハワイだけのもので最高でしたよ。
非常に綺麗で、見ていてワクワクでした♪
見るべきです♪

Our 30th wedding anniversary trip to Hawaii. Since my husband, who was visiting Hawaii for the first time, wanted to have a Hawaiian experience, we chose this place where we could enjoy both hula and rock music.

A beautiful hula dancer placed a fresh flower lei around my neck, and we took a photo with Elvis Presley! I was already in high spirits.

Once we were seated, we started with a Mai Tai drink and piled our plates high at the buffet. The dessert was also delicious.

In between, there were hula dances and hula lessons.

After the meal, we moved to a spacious theater where the dancers showcased impressive hula and fire dances. There was also a presentation that traced the history of Hawaii using two large screens, featuring songs and dances by Elvis and Michael Jackson, which got all the Western guests excited.

Thanks to this experience, we had a wonderful last night in Hawaii. Thank you!

結婚30周年のハワイ旅行。ハワイ初訪問の主人がハワイらしい体験をしたい！と言うのでフラもロックも楽しめるこちらを選びました。
キレイなフラルックのお姉さんに生花のレイをかけて頂きエルビスプレスリーさんと写真をパシャ！もう気分は上々♪
席に着くとマイタイドリンクから始まり、ビュッフェ形式でお皿いっぱいに盛って頬張りました。デザートも美味しかったです。
途中、フラダンスやフラレッスンもあり。
食事後に広いシアターに移動。ダンサーの皆様が素晴らしい見応えありのフラやファイヤーダンスを披露。
大きなスクリーン２つを活用してハワイの歴史を辿るような演出もありエルビスやマイケルジャクソンの歌やダンス、欧米のお客さん達も皆んなで大いに盛り上がっていました。
お陰様で楽しいハワイのラストの夜を過ごせました。ありがとうございました！

If you haven't experienced it yet, I think you should see it. It has both a Hawaiian vibe and the essence of Cirque du Soleil, making for a fun stage show. Both adults and children can enjoy it, and it would be even more enjoyable if you understand English.

まだ体験されてないかたは、見た方がよいと思います。
ハワイっぽさもシルク・ドゥ・ソレイユらしさもある、
楽しいステージです。
大人も子供も楽しめます、英語がわかればさらに楽しいだろうな。

So authentic down to the seating, the crew was so friendly and the night was spend with smiles!

Had a great time. very friendly staff, well organized production.
It may be their job but everyone seemed to enjoy making sure you have a great time.
go. get the pictures. the memories are priceless.

bonus : go on Friday and you get the fireworks show on the water with Waikiki as the backdrop. what could be better???

Had a great time on a special day. everyone there was friendly and entertaining

I chose the five-star experience as a reward for myself. The wonderful staff and their smiles made it special. Although I attended alone, the staff were considerate, and the other participants reached out to me, allowing me to have a very enjoyable time.

The drink tickets, which allowed me to choose from a variety of beverages starting with a toast of sparkling wine, were very smart and convenient. I initially ordered the Lava Flow, which I always enjoy in Hawaii. Next, I had red wine to pair with the prime steak.

The dishes were creatively prepared, starting with the appetizers, which were fantastic, and the meat was very delicious. The sunset, fireworks, and wonderful music all contributed to a truly memorable experience. I definitely want to come back with my family next time. Thank you very much.

自分へのご褒美に５スターを選びました。素晴らしいスタッフと笑顔。１人で参加でしたが、スタッフの方々がご配慮いただいたり、同じご参加されている方々がお声がけをしてくださり、とても楽しい時間を過ごさせていただきました。
飲み物もスパークリングワインでの乾杯からたくさんの飲み物から選べる飲み物のチケット２枚はとてもスマートでわかりやすく便利でした。私はハワイで毎回いただくラヴァフローを最初オーダーしました。次は、プライムステーキに合わせて赤ワインをいただきました。
お料理も工夫されていて、アペタイザーから素晴らしく、お肉もとても美味しかったです。サンセット。花火。素晴らしい音楽。どれをとっても楽しい素晴らしい思い出となりました。次回は家族と是非伺いたいと思います。ありがとうございました。

Cirque du Soleil's "O" is a show that you must see at least once in Hawaii. I was very satisfied. I would like to see it again.

シルク・ドゥ・ソレイユ「アウアナ」は必ずハワイで一度は見るべきショーでした。十分満足しました。もう一度見てみたいです

Crew was very nice. Great catamaran and I loved being under sail for most of it (no engine noise).

On our first trip together, my sister and I visited Hawaii. I take hula lessons, and my sister used to take them too, so we talked about wanting to see a show together! There was a show just for hula, but at my sister's request, we decided to go to "Rock-a-Hula." There were option tours from travel companies, but we found this tour from Veltra with "second person free" and signed up without hesitation. In the end, it was a great decision! We were able to enjoy delicious food while watching the hula dancers, and the person in charge was very kind. Above all, the show was so much fun. Being in the front row made it even better, and the variety of the show kept us entertained; the time flew by!

姉と初めての二人旅で訪れたハワイ♡
私はフラを習っていて、姉も昔習っていたので二人でショーを観に行きたいね！と話していました。フラだけのショーもあったのですが、姉の希望で「ロック・ア・フラ」に行くことに決まりました。旅行会社のオプションツアーもあったのですが、ベルトラさんの「２人目無料」のコチラのツアーを見つけて迷わず申し込みました。結果、大正解でした！フラダンサーさんの踊りを見ながら、色々なお料理を美味しく食べることが出来たのと、担当してくださった方か親切に対応してくださり、何よりもショーが楽しかったです。最前列ですぐ間近だったのもあるのですが、バリエーション豊かなショーに飽きることなく、あっという間の時間でした。

I participated with four friends. We were the only Japanese people there, but with some drinks and interactions with people from other countries, it became a very enjoyable memory. The view of Waikiki from the ocean was a bit cloudy, but the sunset from the ocean side was really beautiful and definitely worth experiencing!

友人4人と参加しました。日本人は私達だけでしたが、お酒も入り、他国の方との交流もあってとても楽しい思い出となりました。海からのワイキキ、少し曇りでしたが海側のサンセットもとっても綺麗で乗る価値ありです！

I thought it would be better if the fireworks display lasted a little longer, but viewing them from the sea was exceptional. The cruise lasted quite a while, and the staff were friendly, which was really nice.

もう少し花火打ち上げ時間が長ければいいと思ったが海からの鑑賞は格別だった。結構長く航行してくれるしスタッフもフレンドリーでとても良かった。

Enjoyed the fact that we were able to learn about the different cultures and languages.

To start, Parking was really easy to find. We arrived early as we were staying about 25 miles from Honolulu. GPS took us right down to the ship. There is a parking lot right across the street from the Marketplace where the ship is docked. That was handy as there were 2 of us with mobility issues. I guess my daughter was the first to check in as our group of 5 were the first ones to be taken on board. The environment was festive and from casual to dressy. The food was delicious! The staff were very friendly and professional. We were celebrating our 50th Anniversary, so we had decided to have pictures taken. The photographer did a really good job and took quite a few pictures, including one on the upper deck which turned out well. The evening's entertainment was very enjoyable including the fireworks display set off over the water at Waikiki Beach.
We would definitely do it again.