All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

Was a good show, all the dancers were very good. I so enjoyed the food. The pork was amazing..... Met some nice people for different places and had a great time. A little pricey i thought, but if you have never been, it was a good experience.

We splurged and reserved premium seats, and on April 30th, we attended with my wife and our nephew. When we arrived at the meeting time, there was already a long line, but we were prioritized and guided to the front row table. It seemed that those with general seating were being directed to the front row seats in order of arrival, so I recommend arriving early.

The table we were shown to was a round one right in front of the stage. The backdrop of the oceanfront stage featured Diamond Head, making for a fantastic location. Even though we had premium seats, those who arrived after us were seated with their backs to the stage and Diamond Head, which made the benefits of the premium seating feel a bit diminished.

The meal was served as a course rather than a buffet, and the staff frequently came to take drink orders, so we didn't feel any frustration. Since we were in Waikiki, it felt like there were overwhelmingly more Japanese guests. At our table for nine, aside from the two Americans at the neighboring table, everyone else was Japanese.

I have experienced several luau shows, including those on the outer islands, but this one was not the type where the audience participates with a lot of chatter; it was a well-structured entertainment show to watch. The fire dance, in particular, was the most impressive I have ever seen.

I was glad that the show coincided with my stay in Waikiki, as I was able to enjoy a very luxurious time. Thank you very much.

　奮発してプレミア席を予約し、我々夫婦と甥っ子と３人で４月３０日に参加しました。
　集合時間に行くとすでに長蛇の列が出来ていましたが、優先して最前列のテーブルに案内していただきました。一般席を予約している方は到着順に舞台の前列の席から誘導されているようでしたので、早めに到着することをお勧めします。

　私たちが案内されたのは舞台の目の前にある丸テーブルの席でした。オーシャンフロントの舞台の背景にはダイアモンドヘッドがあり、最高のロケーションでした。同じプレミア席でも私たちの後から来た方は舞台とダイアモンドヘッドを背にする席でしたのでプレミア席の＜メリット感＞が少ないようにも感じました。

　食事はビュッフェスタイルではなく、コースのお料理が順番に席に運ばれてきました。飲み物は席の係の方が頻繁にオーダーを聞きに来てくれていましたのでフラストレーションは感じませんでした。
　ワイキキですので、印象としては私たち日本人が圧倒的に多く感じました。私たち９人席のテーブルも隣の席の米国人おふたり以外は日本の方でした。

　離島も含めてルアウショーの経験はいくつかありますが、観客が＜ワイワイガヤガヤ＞と参加するタイプのものではなく、全編がしっかりと構成されたエンターテイメントを＜観る＞というものでした。取り分けファイアーダンスは今まで観た中でも圧巻でした。

　今回、週に一回のショーの開催日と私のワイキキ滞在日が合って良かったと思います。とても贅沢な時間を過ごすことが出来ましたから。ありがとうございました。


　
　　

It's a boat that feels like a fish without substance, but it allows you to feel close to the sea, which is great. It's a fun experience that you don't get with larger boats.

身のない魚のような船ですが、
海を身近に感じれてイーです。
大きな船にはない楽しさですね。

Great evening and entertainment. Sat by door which despite staffs attempts to block off, was continually opened by customers causing a lot of wind while we ate.

The performance of the staff in each area was outstanding. There were also university student part-timers, and I was impressed by their advanced skills that were beyond what you would expect from part-time workers.

I heard that the income from admission tickets is used to support the university's operations, which made me want to cheer them on.

I would like to visit again if I have the opportunity.

Lastly, the ice cream I had during the intermission of the show was delicious and filled with fruit.

各エリアのスタッフのパフォーマンスが素晴らしかったです。
スタッフには、大学生のアルバイトさんもいたのですが、
アルバイトとは思えない程の高度な技術に感動しました。

入場券などの収入を大学の運営に当てているという事を聞き、応援したくなりました。

また、機会がありましたら訪れたいと思いました。

最後に見たショーの合間に食べたアイスクリームもフルーツいっぱいで美味しかったです。

My husband was really happy when we were greeted upon arrival to Honolulu. The rep was prompt and out names were clearly visible when we arrived. The rep was friendly and helpful, she helped us find the baggage claim. Thanks for a wonderful welcome.

I payed an extra 25 dollars per person for a guaranteed private table but the couples table next to us was maybe 6 inches away. Not very private at all. This issue aside it was a great experience and we had a lot of fun.

I went to a luau show. I wasn't expecting much, as I didn't plan to go all the way to the Polynesian Cultural Center.

However, I was pleasantly surprised. Even though I didn't understand the language, it felt like everyone could participate. The final fire dance was breathtaking. The dancers looked like they were having so much fun, which made it enjoyable for us too.

The meeting point was a bit hard to find, and the guidance wasn't sufficient, so I was a bit confused. I paid extra for good seats, but those who got in early were able to sit in the front. To get in early, you should stay a bit away on the Ala Moana side rather than at the meeting point. I think the guidance was provided early.

ルアウショーに行ってきました。
あまり期待していなかったのですけど、
ポリネシア文化センターとかまで行く気はなかったもので。

でも、いい方に裏切られました。
言葉はわからなくても、みんなで参加できた感じです。
最後のファイアーダンスは圧巻です。
ダンサーは皆さん、とっても楽しそうに踊っていて、
それがまた楽しかったです。

集合場所がちょっとわかりずらいのと、案内も十分では
なかったので、戸惑いました。
プラス料金でいい席を取りましたが、そのなかでも
早く会場に入ることができた方が一番前に座れます。
早く会場に入るには、
集合場所よりもアラモアナ側で遠巻きにしていること。
案内が早くされたと思います。

THE DRIVER/GUIDE WAS KNOWLEDGEABLE AND KEPT US ENTERTAINING FOR THE MOST PARTS. HE GAVE US CLEAR INSTRUCTIONS AND WAS A GREAT ASSET TO HAVE IN THIS TOUR.

WE COULD HAVE SPENT MORE TIME ON THE ISLAND TOUR INSTEAD OF THE CULTURAL CENTER.

FINALLY THE NIGHT SHOW WAS WELL DONE. SUPRISED TO SEE HOW STUDENTS COULD PUT UP A PROFESSIONAL SHOW LIKE THIS. SOMETIMES I WONDER WHETHER THEY COME HERE TO STUDY FOR A CAREER OR ENTERTAIN THEMSELVES.

I applied for the Golden Circle Premium, but I was very disappointed as my seat was in a backstage-like area. I had high expectations for my first luau show. I arrived early, but the ticket exchange was not prioritized, and there were people who already had tickets while others were waiting in line, which was disappointing due to the lack of guidance. It felt like the seating was grouped by foreigners and Japanese. The food was delicious.

ゴールデンサークルプレミアムに申し込んだのですがせきが舞台裏のようなところでとても残念でした。初めてのルアウショーで期待をしていたのですが。早くから行っていたのですがチケットの交換が優先ではなく順番だった人もいればもうすでに持っている人がいたりで案内もなくがっかりでした。席が外国人と日本人とにグループ分けがしてあったかんじでした。料理は美味しかったです。

Tour was great and the driver and his narration made it all the better. He should be rewarded - sorry I did not get his name other than, possibly, Mr. Polomalu?

On the day, it was quite windy and cold. The paper cups with drinks were being blown around quite a bit. Since everything was in English, I felt like I was just kind of looking at it... The fire dance was amazing. As for the food, it was just okay.

当日は風も強くて寒かったです。
飲み物の入った紙コップも結構飛ばされていました。
全て英語なのでなんとなく見ているという感じで・・・
ファイヤーダンスはすごかった。
食事はこんなののかな？くらいです。

The sunset viewed from the catamaran was amazing. The wind is strong over the sea, and it gets quite cool in the evening, so don't forget to bring a light jacket!

カタマランから眺めるサンセットは最高でした。
海の上は風が強く夕方は結構涼しいので羽織るのもを忘れずに！

The luxurious dinner on the large ship was like a show, so I decided to book a different route. It was very good. The captain was a typical American, but he spoke fluent Japanese and kept cracking jokes. We enjoyed the sunset while moving around the deck. We got close to the fireworks on the yacht, and they were spectacular. I highly recommend it to many people.

大きな船での豪華ディナーはショーなので、別の路線に行きたく申し込ませていただきました。
大変良かったです。キャプテンがこてこてのアメリカ人なのですが、日本語ペラペラの冗談続き。
デッキ中、あっちに行ったりこっちに行ったりしながら夕日を堪能させていただきました。花火もヨットなのですぐ近くまで行って、迫力満点で見せていただきました。多くの人に、推薦します。

I participated in a look-alike show. I was really looking forward to seeing my favorite, Michael, and I thought I didn't know much about Elvis or Elton's songs, but once it started, I realized that all the songs were ones I had heard on dramas and radio, and I enjoyed them a lot. The singing was excellent, and when Elvis winked at me, I couldn't help but feel a thrill.

And then, finally, Michael appeared! Having grown up watching his music videos countless times, I briefly thought, "Wait, is he a bit chubby? Are his legs a little short?" But the lighting effects, sharp dance moves, and beautiful singing voice were just like Michael himself. It was mesmerizing.

Since I applied from the green room, my seat was right in front of the stage, in the center, so the performers came close to me one after another. The stage was an exciting entertainment experience, but the time spent in the green room and backstage/stage tour also provided a special feeling, so I highly recommend it.

The dinner was also very delicious, and I left feeling full.

I would love to go to this show again when I visit Hawaii next time. Thank you for a wonderful time!

そっくりさんショーに参加しました。
大好きなマイケルを楽しみにしていてエルビスやエルトンの曲はよく知らないな、と思っていましたが、始まってみるとドラマやラジオで聞いていて知っている曲ばかりで楽しめました。歌もとてもうまくてエルビスにウィンクされ思わずときめいてしまいました。
そしていよいよマイケル登場！ミュージックビデオなどを何度も見て育った私は「あれ、ぽっちゃり？ちょっと足が短い？」と一瞬思いましたが、照明効果やキレのあるダンスそして美しい歌声はマイケルそのものでした。うっとりです。
グリーンルームで申し込んだので席もステージの目の前、ど真ん中だったのでパフォーマーたちが続々と近くまで来てくれました。
ステージも大興奮のエンターテイメントですが、グリーンルームでの時間や楽屋／ステージ見学も特別感が味わえるのでおすすめです。
ディナーもとてもおいしくてお腹いっぱいになりました。

次ハワイに行ってもまた行きたいショーです。楽しい時間をありがとう！

I signed up for the Twilight Deluxe departing in the evening.

During the bus ride, the guide (a student) talked about the Polynesian Cultural Center and tourist attractions, making the hour-long journey enjoyable. Also, since the front row was available, I changed my seat for about $20.

As soon as we arrived at the center, we headed straight to the dinner buffet. It wasn't incredibly delicious, but the crab was tasty.

After dinner, we moved to the show venue.

The show was wonderful and went by in no time! About 80% of the performers were students, so everyone was young! It was my first time seeing a fire dance live, and I was truly moved. Photography is not allowed during the show, but it's fine before the performance and during intermission. During the break, the rhythm section came out and played fantastic rhythms. The ice cream they handed out was also delicious.

After the show, the performers personally came to say "Thank you" and shook hands, which was very touching. I was so glad I chose the front row for this surprise! I was very satisfied to take a photo with the main performer and went home happy.

夕方出発、トワイライト・デラックスに申込みました。

行きのバスの中でガイドさん（学生さん）が、ポリネシアンセンターの事や観光名所話をしてくれて、１時間ちょっとあった移動も楽しく過ごせました。
また、ショーの最前列が空いてるとのことで１人20ドルほどで変更してもらいました。

センターに着いたらすぐにディナービュッフェへ。
すごーくおいしいという程ではありませんでしたが…。
でもカニがおいしかったです。

ご飯の後はショーの会場へ移動。

ショーは素晴らしかったです。本当あっという間でした！
出演者の８割の方が学生さんということで、みんな若い！
ファイアーダンスも生まれて初めて生で見て感動でした。
ショーは写真撮影はダメですが、開演前・休憩中は大丈夫です。
休憩中はリズム隊が出てきて素晴らしいリズムを奏でてくれます。配られるアイスもおいしかったです。

ショーが終わると出演者の方が自ら「Thank you」と言って握手してきてくれて、すごく感動しました。
こんなサプライズがあるとは…最前列にしてよかった～♪
主役の方と一緒に写真を撮ることが出来て大満足で帰りました。

This was my first trip to Hawaii, and I used it for my honeymoon.

Although it was a standard plan, I was able to enjoy it thoroughly.

The activities included moving as a group of 23 people.
We started with a show that lasted about 30 minutes, then rode in a canoe, watched another show for about 30 minutes, had a buffet dinner, enjoyed some free time, and finally watched a night show.

During the bus ride there, a college student guide entertained us with stories about Hawaii's history and quizzes.

The guide in the park was also a very kind Japanese female college student.

The content of the night show was in English, but it was very easy to understand, and the fire performances were wonderful.

Thank you for a fun time.

初めてのハワイで旅行、新婚旅行での利用でした。

スタンダードプランでしたが十分満喫できました。

行動は２３人の集団移動。
最初に３０分程度のショーを見て、
カヌーに乗る、
３０分くらいのショーを見る、
ビュッフェの夕食、
自由行動、
ナイトショー鑑賞の内容でした。

行きのバス移動中に大学生のガイドさんがつき
ハワイの歴史やクイズで楽しませてただきました。

園内ガイドさんも大学生の日本人の女性で、
大変親切にしていただきました。

ナイトショーの内容も英語ですがとてもわかりやすく
また火を使った演技がすばらしかったです。

楽しい時間をありがとうございました。

The meal was a buffet, and the show was incredibly entertaining. The fire show is a must-see! Make sure to visit the Hilton and enjoy a great time.

食事はバイキングで、ショーがとにかく面白かったです。
火を使うショーは必見！ヒルトンに行って楽しいひと時を過ごしてください。

The show depicted the growth of a young boy and featured various dances, keeping me engaged throughout. The fire knife dancers were also really impressive. As expected, it was wonderful.

There were no explanations in Japanese, but during the transportation, I was able to understand the story thanks to the pamphlet. I'm glad I could follow the story properly.

I think it would be even better if there were a plan that included just the show and transportation without a meal.

一人の男の子の成長を描くストーリー仕立てになったショーでさまざまな踊りが見え、飽きることなく見終えました。ファイヤーナイフのダンサーもとってもかっこ良かった。期待していた通り、素晴らしかったです。
日本語の解説等はありませんが、送迎中にパンフレットを見ながら話の内容を教えていただいていたので、ちゃんとストーリーが分かって良かったです。
お食事なしでショー＋送迎のプランがあったら、もっと良いのにな～と思います。

We participated as a family. The buffet dinner included sushi, and it was nice to have Japanese food again after a long time. Among the dishes, the crab and juice were particularly delicious. The show was truly wonderful, and I think you can feel the excitement from any seat. The ice served in between was quite substantial and included fruit. Since we were all quite full right after eating and it was cold, we ended up leaving quite a bit behind...

The journey from Waikiki was quite long, which was a downside, but on the way there, we had a guide, an elderly Japanese woman who has lived in Hawaii for 25 years. She shared so many stories about Hawaii that you wouldn't know just from traveling, including everyday life, why the bus is air-conditioned, why houses are built with elevated floors, and how surfers have territories based on their skill levels, among many other things... There were so many stories that I can't even write them all here.

I want to see the show again, but I also want to hear more from that guide.

家族で参加しました。
ビュッフェのディナーは、海苔巻があり久しぶりに日本食が食べられました。中でも蟹とジュースがとても美味しかったです。
ショーは大変素晴らしく、どの席からでも迫力を感じられると思います。合間に出たアイスは、フルーツも入っていてかなりの量でした。食直後で満腹状態だったのと、寒かったので、家族皆かなり残しました...

ワイキキからはかなり長旅で、そこが難点でしたが、行きのバスでは、ガイドの方がつき、ハワイに25年住む日本人の年配の女性の方でした。
その方は、旅行だけでは知り得ないハワイの事や、普段の生活のこと、なぜ車内を冷房きかせるか、民家は床を高くして建てているか、ｻｰﾌｧｰは上手い下手で縄張りがある等など…とにかくここには書ききれないくらい色んな話をしてくれました。

ショーも見たいですが、またあのガイドの方の話が聞きたいです。

This is a great way to see the island. The driver was very knowledgeable, and we visited some beautiful areas. We had about 15 min. at each stop, which was fine, except at the Dole plantation. Honestly, I dont know why they bother. In 15 min we had time to get our ice cream, and that was it. No time to browse the gift shop at all, or browse the grounds at all. Either allow more time at Dole, or skip it altogether. The driver could use a bell of some sort. We often had to wait for people who didnt return when they were supposed to. I dont know if those delays made much difference, we still got to the Polynesian Cultural Center around 1pm, which was plenty of time. The evening show after the luau was fantastic.

You can experience the culture of the South Pacific with performances of dances from various Polynesian islands and even try your hand at playing the ukulele. It was great to watch the hula dance show and enjoy the dinner buffet as well.

ポリネシアの各島々のダンスが披露されたり、ウクレレ体験ができたりと南国気分で文化体験ができます。フラダンスのショーを見て、ディナービュフェも食べられて良かったです。

We will set sail around 4:00 PM and return before 6:00 PM. One of the great points is being able to see Waikiki from a perspective that you can't from the ground. Additionally, you can view Diamond Head from an angle that is usually not visible, which was also nice. We'll return just in time for sunset, so you'll get to see a really beautiful sunset. Since drinks are all-you-can-drink, I think it's great for those who can handle their alcohol and don't get seasick!

16：00ころ出航して、18:00前くらいに戻ってきます。
地上からは見ることの出来ないワイキキの姿を見れるのがグッドポイントです。またダイアモンドヘッドも普段は見れない角度から見れてこれも良かった。
戻ってくる頃にちょうどサンセットの時間帯ですごくきれいな夕日が見れます。
お酒が飲み放題なので、お酒が強くて、船酔いしない人にとっては良いと思います！

Great value for a great price. The only negative is that you definitely need more than ~1 hour to get an adequate feeling of the entire Center. This is a great package if you're just looking for a luau (buffet style with entertainment) and an excellent evening show. Will definitely go back for an entire day trip!

I had heard that it was hard to get seasick, but when we went out into the open ocean, it was anything but fireworks. The foreigners around me were also terribly seasick. I'm done with this.

あまり酔いにくいと聞いていたのですが、外洋に出たときには花火どころではありませんでした。周りの外国人もひどく酔っていました。こりごりです。

We participated as a family of four. Since I have experienced dinner cruises on large ships twice before, this time we chose the catamaran. The ship was almost full, but we were the only Japanese guests. There were many foreign couples, and the all-you-can-drink Mai Tai was very popular. I had three myself.

It does sway quite a bit (sometimes the captain intentionally makes it rock), so it's not suitable for families with small children, but you can stand on the deck, and I think it's perfect for adult groups. Also, since we stayed at the Sheraton, it's very convenient for those staying at nearby hotels. I definitely want to participate again next time.

家族４名で参加しました。
大型船でのディナークルーズは、これまで２回経験しているので、今回はカタマラン号にしました。
船内は、ほぼ満席でしたが、日本人は我々だけ。外国人は、カップルも多く、飲み放題でマイタイが大人気。私も３杯いただきました。
さすがに揺れるので（船長がわざと揺らす場合もあります）、小さい子供づれには不向きですが、甲板にも立てますし、大人のグループには最適だと思います。また、宿泊がシェラトンだったのっで、近くのホテルに宿泊の方はとても便利です。
次回もぜひ参加したいです。

The show itself was fun and lively.

However, the wait before the show started was quite long. We received drinks and stood around for a while. After that, when we were finally shown to our seats, we were left waiting for quite some time before it began.

If you’re not particular about sitting in the front, I think it would be better to enter a little while after the doors open to avoid wasting time. Not only at the table seats, but also in the upper theater seats, the performers come around to shake hands. After the show, there are plenty of opportunities to take photos with all the performers and get autographs.

ショーそのものは、楽しく盛り上がってました。

ただ、ショーが始まるまで長かったですね、ドリンクをもらって立ち飲みの状態でしばらく待ちます。その後、やっと席に案内されたと思ったら、そのままほったらかしで、なかなか始まりません。

前の方の席に拘らなければ、ドアオープンからしばらくたってから入場した方が時間を無駄にしないと思いました。
テーブル席だけでなく、上の劇場席まで○○さんが握手をしに来てくれます。
ショー終了後に、出演者全員と写真を撮ったり、サインをもらったりするする機会がタップリあります。

Late entry was perfect for our 3 year old. She was well rested and was able to enjoy the luau and Ha! Too bad we didn't have enough time for shopping and site seeing around the center. Maybe next time.

This was my first time participating. Since my daughter is 8 years old, I chose the Super Ambassador option. A student was with us the whole time as a guide, allowing us to enjoy at our own pace. Most importantly, we had the best seats to see everything, so my daughter wasn't bored and had a great time. The guide provided simultaneous interpretation, and I understood everything well. The people from Polynesia were warm and friendly, which made us feel good. Above all, we gained a lot of energy from the experience. Even during the final show, which usually puts my wife and daughter to sleep, they stayed awake until the end. The front row offers an incredible experience!

初参加です。娘が8歳なので、スーパーアンバサダーにしました。学生さんがつきっきりでガイドしてくれて、自分好みのまわりかたでゆっくり、ゆったり楽しめました。なによりすべて特等席で見れるので、娘も退屈せず楽しんでいました。ガイドさんは同時通訳してくれ、内容もよく解りました。ポリネシアの方々が楽しく暖かく接してくださったので気持ちよかったです。なにより元気をいただきました。最後のショウもいつもなら妻も娘も寝てしまうのが、最後まで観てました。最前列は大迫力ですよ。

A wonderful experience, but my only complaint was that I didn't receive the color I ordered for the lei. Still a treasured souvenir of the visit, but would have liked to get the color I ordered.