All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

I participated the day before returning home on my honeymoon. During my stay, I couldn't see the sunset very often, so I was looking forward to it.

There was one other family of Japanese people besides us, and since the explanations after boarding were in English, I only had a vague understanding of how to wear the life jackets and how to order drinks, but I had a great time.

Feeling the pleasant breeze under the blue sky, sipping champagne while listening to music was exceptional! The sunset in Hawaii was truly beautiful. Even though it was March, I was able to see whales in the distance. If I have the chance to come to Hawaii again, I would love to participate again. I highly recommend it!

ハネムーンで帰国日前日に参加しました。滞在中、なかなかサンセットを見ることができなかったので期待していました。

日本人は私達のほかファミリーが一組で、乗船後の説明なども英語のため、救命胴衣の着用方法や飲み物のオーダー方法などなんとなくでの理解でしたが楽しい時間を過ごせました。

気持ちよい風を受け、青い空の下、音楽を聴きながらのシャンパンは格別です！ハワイでの初めてのサンセットは本当に美しかったです。3月でしたが、遠くでクジラを見ることができました。またハワイに来るチャンスがあれば参加したいです。オススメです！

Enjoyed this greatly. Food was great ( did not spend on large supper), Sights were good, and we had a great, Boat was clean and crew were great.

great trip out to the Polynesian Cultural Center! very informative and fun at each village.. traveled with family with kids in mid 20s and we all enjoyed. Luau and night show (Ha) were both enjoyable! only problem is that you are on your own once you get there unless you want to pay more for a guide..didnt think you really needed one especially if you just follow the map in order you can see the whole park in a day!

My sister and I had lived on Oahu for 5 1/2 years in the 50s and returned for her 70th birthday. The PCC was not in existence when we lived there but I had visited it with my husband in the 70s. Since we didn't think we would travel to Hawaii again, sis and I decided to go "whole hog" and booked the Super Ambassador package for this outing and luau.

To say it was well worth the extra money is putting it mildly! We were treated like royalty from the minute we got off the bus.

Beke (from Mongolia) was our personal guide for the day and gave us each a beautiful shell lei which identified us all day as SAs. Beke couldn't have been more helpful - she carried any extras we had (umbrellas, sweaters - you name it), got us ponchos when it started to rain, dried off the seats we had to sit on for performances after it rained; if there was anything to be done, she did it and with the friendliest attitude we could have wished for. She was punctual, turning up exactly on time when she ha

I boarded the Sunset Catamaran for the first time. There are no Japanese people, so I feel a bit lonely, but I can enjoy the feeling of being abroad. Plus, the sunset viewed from the sea is amazing.

はじめてサンセットカタマランに乗船しました。日本人はいないので心細いですが、海外に来た気分を味わえます。それに海からみるサンセットは最高です。

An outstanding way to enjoy the waikiki sunset. Hawaiil activites is da bomb. our friday dinner cruise got cancelled due to weather. after a phone call to hawaii activites, they quickly got us rescheduled for the saturday evening cocktail cruise on the Hilton Aloha catamarran. We practically had this 50 ft sailboat to ourselves. a 1 1/2 hour cruise along the shores of waikiki. a beautiful sunset and saw humpback whales surfacing and "sounding". a fantastic way to spend our last evening in honolulu. The crew was great, attending to our every request. Great drinks and music. If you want a relaxing way to spend the evening and enjoy being out on the water, take this cruise.

Due to a mix-up with the tour company, the pickup location was different from what I had been informed beforehand, so I waited for nearly 30 minutes. However, the shows and events at the center were wonderful. Personally, I especially enjoyed the canoe pageant. I was surprised by the large number of people, even on a weekday, which showed just how popular it is.

催行会社の手違いか、ピックアップ場所が、事前に聞いていた場所と異なったため、30分近く待ちました。ですが、センターでのショーやイベントは、素晴らしかったです。個人的には特にカヌーページェントが気に入りました。平日にも拘わらず、かなり人が多かったのには驚きましたが、人気の高さがうかがえました。

I went without much expectation, but it was more enjoyable than I thought! I happened to get friendly with a Japanese couple I met in line, and we enjoyed the show together, which made for great memories.

However, there was a time when I struggled with severe drowsiness due to jet lag... Since it was such a special show, it might be a waste to incorporate it into a very tight schedule.

そんなに期待せずに行ったんですが
思っていたより楽しかったです！
たまたま列で一緒になった日本人のご夫婦と仲良くなって
一緒にショーを楽しんだり、いい思い出になりました。

ただ、時差ボケで途中ちょっとすごい眠気でつらかった時間帯が…。
せっかくのショーなので、
あまり強行スケジュールに組み込むともったいないかもしれません。

I definitely had a great time, by far the BEST! Nice location with a spectacular view of the sunset, the nice green color of the famous Diamond Head, great dinner, and the entertainment was just awesome! You can’t ask for more.
Typical luau is on a buffet style dinner and sometimes you have to wait in a long line before you get your food but with Aha Aina, everything is conveniently served to your table, delicious appetizers, filling main entrée, and multiple choices of beverages. Their servers are fast too, very friendly and accommodating. I can only say good things as I totally enjoyed it! I'll be sure to go again.

Gotta love the open bar! Had a great time and the food was very good. The fire dance was cool as well and the MC was very friendly and you knew all the stories he was telling were true. A true Hawaiian experience! Oh, for only another 20 bucks i'd recommend the premium seating so you are right up in the show!

This is far from any traditional luau experience where the typical and expected food and Polynesian show has been conceptualized to provide a very unique Hawaiian culinary and entertainment experience. The narrative is centered around history rather than mythology, unusual for a luau. They moved us indoors because they thought it was going to rain. The food was tasty and filling, service was good, show excellent and informative and the ambiance of this pink hotel was magic ... oh and it's open bar too!!!

I try to come to Hawaii as often as I can, and I have been to a lot of different luaus, and the Royal Hawaiian is without a doubt the best I have ever attended.

The food is utterly mouthwatering and they have the perfect combination of traditional and modern cuisine. I must say that the MC was great and had a fantastic way of intertwining stories about the food and the entertainment together. The dancing, singing and of course the fire knife dance just blew me away. So glad that I decided to do this!

I took my 11 and 15 year old on the cruise. We paid for the top deck with the lobster and steak and with a window seat. We all had a great time. Food was very good, view was excellent, and the ride was smooth. We couldn't have asked for a better way to spend our last night in wonderful Hawaii!!

This is our third trip to the Islands and our second luau. The Island Brezze Luau far surpassed our first experience. Food was great and plenty of it and the entertainment outstanding. If this is your first or last luau make sure it's the Island Breeze Luau.

Very complete and entertaining day; learned many new things about Polynesia.
Thank you one and all!

This was a very pleasant surprise for the rest of our group who did not expect this welcome in Hawaii. The person greeting us at the airport welcomed each one of us individually and was then prepared to take numerous photos in a suitable location outside the airport arrival area. She then also made sure that we get to our prebooked bus on time. Definitiely worth it especially for 1st timers and for special events. If you want to make your hliday in Hawaii something to remember, start with a lei welcome right at the airport, it puts everyone in the right mood no matter how long the flight.

We visited the Polynesian Cultural Center for the first time as a couple. Unfortunately, the weather was pouring rain. Upon arriving at the center, we received ponchos and the tour began. Due to the bad weather, I was more concerned about my footing than the scenery, which really diminished the enjoyment, and that was very disappointing. However, the one saving grace was that we managed to see the dance show on the boat that takes place once a day. The buffet dinner was delicious. But the evening show, "Hā: Breath of Life," was so moving that it gave me goosebumps. It received a standing ovation. I think it's worth seeing the show at least once. If I go again, I would like to opt for a tour that includes just dinner and the show.

夫婦で初めて訪れたポリネシアン文化センター。残念ながら天気はどしゃぶりの雨。センターについてポンチョをもらってツアーが始まりました。悪天候のため景色より、足元ばかり気になってしまい、やっぱり楽しみが半減したのがとても残念でした。でも、なんとか一日一回行われるボートの上でのダンスショーがみれたのが、唯一の救いでした。ブッフェのディナーはおいしかったです。でも、イブニングショーの「ハァ・ブレス・オブ・ライフ」は鳥肌が立つほど、感動しました。スタンディングオベーションでした。一度だけでもいいから、ショーは見たほうがいいと思います。もしまた行くなら、ディナーとショーだけのツアーを利用したいと思いました。

Everyone was extremely helpful. My husband and I were directed to our table right away. When we decided to go up deck for the view we went back to our table and had our salads waiting for us. The lobster was delicious and they even helped crack it open. The entertainment was fun and engaging and when it came to disembark the ship, it was fast and painless...no line! My favorite part was the view of Honolulu and Waikiki at sunset.

This was really a great Luau, in our group there were some that had seen some and others that haven't seen them at all, and we all agreed that this was the best time, even though it rained!!
Such friendly, happy people, and fun for all age groups (30-63). We brought our group pic home and hung it up on the wall, a truly good time!
Thank you Smith's Tropical Paridise Luau!! We will be back some time soon, we all hope.

We had a great time! The boat ride to the Fern Grotto was very enjoyable. The food and entertainment was good and enjoyed by all of us. Thank you!

We have been to luau's on 3 islands and found this one the best ever. From the plantation tour to the food to the entertainment - it was all wonderful. We are so happy we decided to give it a try.

Next time I will do a full day instead of half day and see all the demonstrations in the village.

The greeter was friendly, informative and extremely helpful. She was able to answer all our questions and helped us through the airport and to our transportation. We felt very special getting the leis while the other people on the plane just walked by with no one there to greet them.

This is a new show being offered by the Royal Hawaiian. I had attended their old show several years ago and enjoyed it so much that I thought I would check out this one. I was not disappointed! This is a great show with a wonderful easy to follow storyline. The performers were extremely talented and appeared to truly be enjoying what they were doing. I should comment that this show is designed for a more adult/senior audience where the recommended dress is less casual and the menu is very extensive and in a more formal type dining atmosphere.

We had fun at the Smith Family luau, the food was good the show was good but we are faster paced people and this was a slower paced activity. It would be good for families and older couples.

Last year, I participated for the first time, and my entire family was moved, so even though the members were different this year, it was still an emotional experience. Above all, having dinner while watching the sunset and the show afterward gave everyone goosebumps and filled us with satisfaction. If you have the opportunity, I highly recommend participating. I'm sure it will be a wonderful memory of Hawaii.

昨年初めて参加させてもらい家族全員が感動したため今年もメンバーは違ったのですがやはり感動でした。何よりもサンセットを観ながらの食事、其のあとのショーは全員が鳥肌ものの感動をもらい満足感でいっぱいでした。
機会があれば、是非参加されることをお勧めします。きっとハワイの思い出には最高だと思います。

Very entertaining evening. Performers were excellent and involved the audience. Food was very good and a there was a variety of foods to fit most diets. For the more adventurous, poke and poy to try.

Enjoyed all the various polynesian dances--a tour of the south pacific without the boat.

We had an excellent evening and would recommend this to anyone.

I visited the Polynesian Cultural Center for the first time! I think I was able to learn about the various ethnic groups and cultures in the region known as Polynesia. It was fun to see a few selected guests go up on stage and participate in an entertaining show.

I experienced hula dancing for the first time and realized how difficult it is. I can't move my hips as smoothly and softly as that!

What I really liked was the fire dance! I had seen it on a television program before, but seeing it live was a completely different level of intensity!

I was surprised to see such small children able to perform fire dancing!

The final grand dance show was composed of a large number of performers, and it was very moving. The sight of them passionately performing was very impressive. However, if I were to express a dissatisfaction, I would have preferred the content to be a bit richer and easier to understand. They used a large screen to explain the flow and content of the show, but since all the audio that accompanied the visuals was in English, I couldn't fully grasp the content. I was watching while imagining what they wanted to convey through the visuals.

初めてポリネシア文化センターにいきました！！
ポリネシアと言われる地域には、色々な民族がある事や、色々な文化がある事を知る事が出来たと思います。
一般のお客さんが数名指名されて、ステージに上がり面白ろおかしく行うショーが楽しかったです。

フラダンスの体験を始めてして、フランダンスの難しさをしりました。あんなに柔らかく揺ら揺らと腰を動かせません。

気に入ったのがやっぱりファイヤーダンス！！
以前、テレビ番組の放送で見た事はありましたが、やっぱり実際、生で見るのは迫力が違いました！！

こんな小さい子がここまでファイヤーダンスを出来る事にビックリさせられました！！

ラストの最大級のダンスショーは、大人数で構成されていて感動しました。
必死にショーを行う姿がとても印象的でした。
けれど、不満を上げますと、もうちょっと内容が濃いくて、分かりやすい内容だと良かったなぁと思いました。
ショーの流れと言いますか、内容を説明する為に、
大型スクリーンを使っていましたが、その映像と同時に流れる音声は全て英語だった為、よく内容が把握できませんでした。
映像を見てこんな事を伝えたいのかぁって想像しながらの鑑賞でした。

We had a great time and would recommend this to other couples. The crew was excellent and very friendly.

I have booked the “Polynesian Cultural Center – Full Day Ambassador Package” with Hawaii Activities many times. I have always found their voucher instructions to be concise and accurate. I particularly appreciate the fact that Hawaii Activities will leave a e-mail or hotel voicemail message for you reminding you of your upcoming activity and any necessary updated information.

The Polynesian Cultural Center is a MUST SEE when visiting the Islands! It is an amazing full day of learning the culture of the people who established the Islands. Each Village that you will visit will provide you with a description of their creation and demonstrate their unique culture through dance, song, and demonstrations. The interesting thing about this day is that nearly every individual who is working at the Center is a full-time student at BYU of Hawaii which is located next door. The money raised from the admission fee to the Center funds the scholarship program of the University which su