All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

I visited after a year. My impression is that this year's students are a bit lacking? For first-time readers, they might be thinking, "Huh? What?" The Polynesian Cultural Center operates as a nonprofit organization for students who receive scholarships from the adjacent school. Because of this, they graduate in four years... Last year there was a standing ovation, but this year was just okay. However, there were some good things. The food at the Standard was good.

So, I'm looking forward to seeing improvements next year. Mahalo.

１年ぶりに行きました。感想は、今年の学生は、キャシャかな？まだまだ？て感じです。初めて読む人は、え？何？て思うかも知れませんが。ポリネシアカルチャーセンターは、隣接した学生が、奨学金を受ける為の非営利団体で営業しています。その為４年で卒業してしまうので・・・・・？
去年はスタンディングオベーションでしたが。今年はまあまあでした。でも良いことが有りました。？？？スタンダードでも料理が、良かったです。
・・・と言うことで。来年は良くなっているか楽しみです。マハロ。

I participated in the morning sail on May 1st. There were a total of 14 people, and we were the only two Japanese. The explanations were only in English, but I think it would be fine even for those who don't understand English at all. After having a light snack of various breads and fruits, we set sail. The yacht, moving swiftly with the wind, felt really nice! Depending on the height of the waves, it can sometimes sway a lot or splash water, so you can enjoy a certain level of excitement. During my time, there were no one who got seasick. I didn't have any unpleasant experiences at all, and the three crew members were all very kind. Next time, I definitely want to participate in the sunset cruise. I highly recommend it!

５月１日のモーニングセイルに参加しました。
全部で１４人で、日本人は私たち２人だけでした。
英語での説明のみですが、英語がまったく分からない方でも大丈夫だと思います。
数種類のパンとフルーツの軽食を取った後、出航します。
風でぐんぐん進むヨットは本当に気持ち良かったですよ！
波の高さによっては、時にはすごく揺れたり波しぶきがかかったりするので、
ある程度の迫力も楽しめます。
私の時は船酔いされてる方もいらっしゃいませんでした。
最後まで嫌な思いを何一つする事なく、クルーの３人の方も親切な方ばかりでしたよ。
今度は是非サンセットクルーズに参加してみたいと思います。
オススメです！！

SIMPLY FANTABULOUS!!!!! HOPING TO RETURN SOON!!!!!!

Richard was awesome as was the rest of your staff. A missed plane, a broken plane and a late arrival made me believe no one would be waiting. Instead there stood Richard with a placard and an escort to our luggage and directions to the rental car agency.

Thank you for making this first trip to Hawaii one to remember.

I had an absolute blast. I was orginally going to attend the luau by myself but i was able to talk my friend into going with me and i thought that it was awesome. i loved all of the hawaiin dances. but i thought that the fire dance guy (forgot what it is really called) was the coolest. I have never had hawaiin styled food and i liked how there was a wide varity of hawaiian food for me to try. i enjoyed it all very much. thank you.

Jennifer, our guide for the island tour, was very helpful. When I bought a necklace at a jewelry store, there was a problem with the Vatican and the service chain not being packaged properly. However, Jennifer contacted the store, and the store manager and his wife came to our hotel to address the issue. The meal at the Polynesian Center was disappointing. Lunch and dinner had similar menus. The show was wonderful.

島内観光のガイドのジェニファーさんにとても良くしていただきました。
途中のジュエリー屋さんでネックレスを買った際、バチカンの不具合と、
サービスチェーンが梱包されていなかったというトラブルがありましたが、
ジェニファーさんがお店に連絡をして下さり、ジュエリー屋さんの店長さんと
奥様が宿泊先のホテルに来て対応してくれました。
ポリネシアセンターの方は食事が期待はずれでした。
昼食と夕食が同じようなメニューでした。ショーはすばらしかったです。

First of all, may I just say YUMMM!? If there is one thing that this luau does well, it is the food! The buffet lines were groaning under the weight of all of the delicacies and the tables were laden with a bounty of food. There were tossed, macaroni and shrimp salads, an incredibly yummy fruit salad mixed with haupia, a perfect lomi-lomi salmon (not too salty like how a lot of places make it), some kalua pork which was insanely juicy, of course there was some of the ever-popular mahi-mahi, and my favorite, teriyaki beef that just melted in my mouth! I kept going back for more and even though I was stuffed, I still had enough room for dessert, and thank goodness for that. The guava cake was to-die-for and the macadamia nut cream pie was a little slice of heaven. Yes, it was really THAT good! Out of all the luaus I have to been to so far, the Royal Hawaiian Luau has, by far, the BEST food!

My friends and I were quickly checked in at the ticket counter and then we made our way on the

I participated with my children.
There was a mishap where I accidentally forgot the date I had reserved, but when I inquired over the phone in my broken English, they kindly allowed me to join on another day, and I was able to enjoy a fun sailing experience.
(Thank you very much!!)
Some people were lying on the net stretched out at the front of the yacht and having a great time.
I also got to take a commemorative photo with the cool captain.
The female staff were very kind and helpful.
For those interested, you can purchase a DVD with many edited photos taken on the boat.
For small children, they provide life jackets, which is reassuring.
When boarding, the water can be up to your knees, so sandals are recommended.

I would love to participate again if I have the opportunity! ☆

子供連れで参加しました。
予約していた日をうっかり忘れてすっぽかしてしまうハプニングがあったのですが
電話で拙い英語で問い合わせてみると快く他の日に参加できるようにして下さり
無事楽しいセーリングに参加する事ができました。
（有難うございました！！）
ヨットの前の方に張ってあるネットで寝転んで楽しんでおられる方もいました。
あとカッコイイ船長さんと記念写真も撮ってもらえました。
女性のスタッフも親切に対応してくれました。
希望者には船上で撮ったたくさんの写真を編集したDVD？を購入する事ができます。
小さな子どもさんには　ライフジャケットをつけてもらえるので安心です。
乗り込むときは足元が膝くらいまで濡れてしまいますのでサンダルがおススメです。

又機会がありましたら参加してみたいです☆

Experience on January 5, 2007
I participated with my mother. We were the only Japanese people there, but everyone was very kind and spoke to my mother in broken Japanese, which was thoughtful of them. It wasn't too cold, and the beautiful sunset and fireworks were stunning. They docked in the best spot to see the fireworks. I recommend going on a Friday! There was no shuttle service, so we took a round-trip taxi, which cost about $13 to $15 to Waikiki (including tip).

2007年1月5日体験
母と二人で参加しました。日本人は私達だけでしたが、とても親切で母を気使って
カタコトの日本語で話してくれたり、あまり寒くも無く、綺麗な夕日と花火が
とても綺麗でした。花火が一番良く観れる所に停泊をして見せてくれます。
お勧めは金曜日ですよ！
送迎がないので、往復タクシーになりましたが、ワイキキまで＄13~＄15位でしょうか（チップ込み）

I am very satisfied with the interesting content of the Polynesian Cultural Center. I also felt the kindness of the young volunteers deeply.

However, I have some complaints. The tour included sightseeing around the island, but the guide was too pushy in trying to sell products at the store they recommended. Since many participants were elderly, they ended up buying things due to the pressure. While it's ultimately the buyer's responsibility, I have serious doubts about the high prices of the products and whether they are worth it. It seems that others who participated also made purchases, but later expressed regret about it. This is not just a matter of personal responsibility; I believe it's problematic to encourage product purchases during the tour. In contrast to the wonderful content of the Polynesian Cultural Center, the guide's attitude during the bus ride was an issue.

　ポリネシア文化センタ−の面白さや内容については、大変満足しています。若いボランティアの方の親切さも身にしみたようです。
　不満なことは、島内観光も一緒のツア−でしたが、ガイドの方が案内して頂いた店で、余りにも商品を進めて購入させようとしています。参加したのが年寄りだったのですが、しつこさに閉口して購入しました。購入した本人の責任ですが、商品の高額なこととその品に見合う金額ではないのか、はなはだ疑問です。一緒に参加されていた人も購入していたようですが、後でこれには参ったという声が上がっていたようです。自己責任で片づく問題ではなく、ツア−の最中に商品の購入を勧めるのが問題ではないでしょう。ポリネシア文化センタ−の内容が余りにもすばらしかったのと反対に、車中でのガイドの態度の方が問題でした。

The meal was not served due to the center's policy (no alcohol), but the food was delicious.
After that, the exciting show began! The authentic hula dance and fire show were all impressive and captivating. It was wonderful. We had great seats (second row from the front center) and enjoyed it immensely. My child was thrilled and exclaimed, "I want to go again!"
The tour guide, Kana, was very entertaining and easy to understand during the bus ride. Thank you for your help.
Kana, I hope you are okay after falling in the bus while driving on the highway... I'm glad it wasn't serious. Take care!
I would like to participate in the tour with my family again next time. Thank you for the wonderful travel memories.

お食事はセンターのポリシーという事で（アルコールは）出なかったが、お料理は美味しかったです。
その後、楽しみなショーの始まり！始まり！本場のフラダンス、ファィヤーショウ等など、どれも迫力ある見ごたえでした。素晴らしかったです。又お席がとても良い席で（中央前から２番目）大いに楽しめました。子どもが大喜びで、「又行きたい！」と興奮していました。
ツワーガイドの「ＫＡＮＡさん」のバスの中でのガイドもとても面白く分かりやすくて良かったです。お世話になりました。
ＫＡＮＡさん、高速道路走行中にバスの中で転倒してしまいましたが・・・お身足は大丈夫ですか？大事に至らなくて宜しかったです。お大事に！
又今度、家族でツワーに参加したいと思います。素晴らしい旅の思い出を有難う御座いました。

It was a very meaningful tour focused on experiences.

I was able to enjoy Hawaiian cuisine after a long time.

The dining venue was lively, with many foreign guests participating.

It was a satisfying tour.

体験主体のツアーでしたので、とても有意義でした。

食事もハワイ料理で久しぶりに味あうことが出来ました。

食事会場では、外国の方々が主体で大変盛り上がりました。

納得のいくツアーでした。

I stayed from the opening until the end of the show, and there were so many facilities to visit that one day was definitely not enough. On that day, I had a very clear and enjoyable tour guided by a Japanese exchange student. For example, since there were many visitors, they took us to hidden spots to ensure we could definitely see the shows and made efforts to secure seats for the shows. I believe each Japanese exchange student brings their own personality to create different tours. If I visit again, I think I will be able to experience a completely different tour.

開園からショーの終わりまでの滞在でしたが、見学できる施設が多く、とても1日ではまわり切れません。
当日は日本人留学生の方の案内でとてもわかりやすく、楽しいツアーを体験できました。例えば、入場者が多いので、確実にショーが見れるように穴場に連れて行ったり、ショーの席が確保できるように努力したりと、おそらく日本人留学生の方それぞれの個性がいろいろなツアーを作っているのだろうと思いました。もし次回訪れたら、全く違うツアーが体験できると思います。

I attended a Christmas luau with my elementary school child. In the morning at the hotel, I tried to reserve a Hanohano seat (which costs $8 for adults), but it was sold out. However, I was told that if we lined up on the left side of the coastal path, between around 4:20 and 4:30 PM (the gathering time was at 4:45), we could get good seats. This way, we ended up right behind the Hanohano seats in front of the stage. Upon entry, we received a shell lei for free. Mai Tais and beers were unlimited. After enjoying making fish out of tattoos and palm leaves, we watched the Kalua pig being brought out and the king entering from the sea, followed by our meal time (which included Hawaiian foods like poi and haupia, and we were full). The show featured dances from Hawaii, New Zealand, Tahiti, and a fire dance from Samoa (which the kids loved!).

It was interactive, with hula dancing, shouting greetings from each country loudly, and even doing lomi lomi massages with the person next to you, which was a lot of fun. There were few Japanese people, and the family next to us was from Portland, but we got along well. Let's enjoy together with the foreigners!

クリスマスルアウに小学生の子供と二人で参加しました。滞在ホテルで朝、ハノハノ
席（大人８ドル）を予約しようとしたら、sold out.　　でも４：４５の集合
のところ、４：２０から４：３０くらいまでに、ホテルをでた海岸沿いの小道
の左側に並ぶ（右側はハノハノ席）と良い席につけるといわれ、そうすると
舞台前のハノハノ席のすぐ後ろでした。入場時に貝のレイ（ただ）をくれました。
マイタイやビールなどは飲み放題です。タトゥーややしの葉でお魚を造って
楽しんだ後、カルーアピッグを取り出したり、海から王が入場してくるのを
見たりした後、お食事タイム（ポイやハウピアなどのハワイアンな食べ物もあり
で、お腹いっぱいでした。ショーはハワイ、ＮＺ,タヒチのダンス、サモアの
ファイアーダンス（子供に大受け！）など見応えありました。
観客参加型でチークダンスや、それぞれの国の挨拶を大声で叫んだり、
隣のひととロミロミマッサージしたりと楽しめます。
日本人は少なくお隣はポートランドから来たアメリカ人家族でしたが、
仲良くなれましたよ。外人さん達と一緒にノリノリで楽しみましょう！

It was my first time on the Big Island of Hawaii. I absolutely wanted to experience a luau! I thought it might be a bit different from Oahu, so I joined this tour. It was more packed than I expected, and I wanted to experience various things, so the time flew by.

First, he bought me a fresh lei for a commemorative photo! (Even if you don't buy one, everyone receives a shell lei.) When we were shown to our seats, the men immediately got up to grab drinks from the drink bar. In the meantime, I greeted the people at the same table. Then we headed to the plaza where various events were happening. First, I got a tattoo-style painting on my arm. I requested my favorite honu (sea turtle)! I also joined a hula lesson that had already started nearby. They quickly taught us the choreography for one song. I learned how to crack a coconut and did some weaving with lauhala (though I wasn't participating, so I don't know what was being made). Then they showed us the kalua pig, which is the main dish for dinner (a whole pig cooked underground).

There was never a dull moment! As the sun began to set, a canoe carrying Kamehameha arrived from the shore. This marked the beginning of the show. When I returned to my seat to get food, various dances from different countries were performed on stage.

I was able to chat with a newlywed couple from California at my table, and it was a very enjoyable evening.

初めてのハワイ島でした。
絶対に体験したかったのがルアウ！オアフより離島かな~と思い、このツアーに参加しました。
思ったより、盛りだくさんで、いろいろなものを体験したかったので、あっというまに過ぎてしまいました。

まず、生レイを彼に買ってもらって、記念撮影！（買わなくてもシェルレイが全員もらえます。）
席に案内されると、男性陣はすぐに席を立ってドリンクをゲットしにドリンクバーへ。
その間に同じテーブルになった人たちとごあいさつ。
そしていろいろな催し物がある広場へ・・・。
まずは、うでにtatoo風ペイントをしてもらいました。私は大好きなホヌをリクエスト！
そしてすでに横で始まっていたフラレッスンに途中参加。
ざっとですが、1曲振り付けを教えてもらいました。
ココナッツの割り方を教えてもらったり、ラウハラで何か編んだり（参加してなかったので何を作っていたのかわかりません。）そうかと思えばディナーのメインでもある、カルアピッグ（豚を丸ごと蒸し焼きしたもの）の姿を見せてくれたり。
とにかく、暇がない！！
そして、日が暮れかかった頃、海岸からカメハメハを載せたカヌーがやってきた。
ここからショーの始まり。
席に戻って、料理を取りにいくと、ステージではいろいろな国のダンスが披露された。

同じテーブルになったカリフォルニアからの新婚さんともお話できたし、とても楽しい夜でした。

I have seen the show before, but it’s amazing every time! This time, I signed up for the Deluxe & Circle Island tour! I brought my grandfather, who is visiting Honolulu for the first time, so we participated with sightseeing included. The guide was fun, and the atmosphere on the bus was relaxed and enjoyable, with sightseeing stops along the way—two birds with one stone! The lunch was delicious, and at the cultural center, we could experience various things. I learned about the cultural differences of the Polynesian islands and the various styles of dance, which was truly enjoyable. The student guide was also kind and attentive, taking care of the interpretation and my grandfather until the end! Thank you very much. We had seats in the second row from the front, almost in the center! It was the best seat! The show was powerful, and I could see each performer’s expressions clearly, understanding their heartfelt expressions. During the break, I enjoyed ice cream with a service voucher, and it was very tasty. Of course, I brought back the pineapple-shaped cup from Japan!

以前にも、ショーは見ましたが、何度観ても、最高です！
今回は、デラックス＆サークルアイランドで申し込みました！
ホノルルが初めてのお爺ちゃんを連れて来ましたので、観光も含めて参加しました。
案内の方も楽しい方で、バスの中も和やかで楽しい時間で、あちこち観光もあり、一石二鳥！
ランチも美味しかったし、文化センターではいろいろな事を体験でき、ポリネシアン諸島の文化の違いや、ダンスも色々違いがあることが解り、本当に楽しかったです。
案内の学生さんも親切丁寧で、最後まで通訳やお爺ちゃんのお世話もしてくれました！ありがとうございます。
ショーは前から二列目で、ほぼ中央！最高の席でした！迫力があり、一人一人のひょうじょうが良く見え、心から表現しているのが良く解りました。
休憩中もサービス券でアイスを頂き、とても美味しかったです。
もちろん、アイスのパイナップル型のカップは、日本に持って帰りました！

This time, we participated in this tour as a large family trip to Hawaii, including my spouse and both of our parents, to show our appreciation to them. Honestly, I had no expectations at first, but the show was quite impressive, and we were able to enjoy it a lot. I recommend it for older adults and families.

今回は、私達夫婦と両家の親も含めた大家族でのハワイ旅行で、親孝行もかねて、このツアーに参加しました。始めは正直全く期待していなかったのですが、ショーも見ごたえがあり、なかなか楽しむことができました。年配の方や家族連れにはお勧めです。

I participated on November 3rd. It took about 1 hour and 20 minutes to walk from the zoo to the location. There were a total of 5 groups with 13 participants that day. One family was present, and there was also one elderly person. We were the only Japanese, but it didn’t feel out of place at all, and we thoroughly enjoyed 2 hours of sailing. We saw a lot of dolphins. The view of Waikiki from the sea was very beautiful. However, for those who are prone to seasickness, it might be better not to eat too much. It was the best cruising experience.

11月3日に参加しました。動物園の所から歩く事、約1時間20分で到着しました。
当日の参加者は計5組13人。家族連れも一組あり　お年寄りも一人参加しておられました。日本人は私達だけでしたが、べつに違和感もなく　2時間セーリングを堪能しました。イルカもたくさん見ましたよ。海から見る　ワイキキの街はとってもきれいでした。但し　船酔いし易い人は　あまり食べない方がいいかもしれませんね。
最高のクルージングでした。

On the day of arrival, I participated in the 12:20 PM pickup. It was a fulfilling long day without feeling jet-lagged. The park was very beautiful, and the student guide was very pleasant. The show was as amazing as rumored; I was so captivated that I forgot to take pictures. Flash photography is prohibited. I highly recommend it for families, couples, and people of all ages, from children to seniors.

到着の日、１２時２０分のピックアップにて参加しました。時差ぼけを感じることなく充実した長い一日でした。園内はとてもきれいで、案内の学生さんの対応も好感がもてます。ショーはうわさ通り、写真をとるのも忘れて見入ってしまいました。撮影はフラッシュ禁止です。家族で、カップルで、子供からご年配、どんな方にもオススメです。

It takes about an hour from Honolulu, and there are tourist attractions along the way, so it’s not too much of a concern.

I participated in the deluxe plan, and since the price difference is not significant, I recommend it.

The show itself is of high quality and enjoyable; my two-year-old daughter was thrilled. The pineapple ice included in the price is also quite substantial, and one is enough for two people.

ホノルルから約１時間　途中の道のりにも観光名所もあり　あまりきにあなりません
デラックスプランに参加しましたが料金差があまりないのでお勧めです

ショウ自体はレベルも高く　たのしめます　２歳の娘も大喜びでした
料金に含まれている　パイナップルアイスもボリュウムがあり２名で一個で十分です

I participated on October 18th. The weather was cloudy but sunny, and I was able to fully enjoy the sunset. The light of the sunset reflected on the clouds, creating a very magical view. Unfortunately, the wind was weak, so we cruised using only the engine instead of sailing, but I still had a great time. The captain mentioned that it would have been more exciting with wind. The boat had carbon parts used throughout, including the steering, and it was equipped with GPS navigation for autopilot. It was a new boat, less than a year old, and very clean. Each person received two drink tickets, and there were three types of food (fried spring rolls, salad, and vegetable or chicken wraps) along with cookies, all of which were tasty. After leaving the harbor, we gradually transitioned from sunset to twilight, and afterward, we enjoyed the night view of Waikiki from the sea. The staff were cheerful and friendly, well-versed in handling seasickness, and the captain had experience staying in Japan, speaking Japanese well. It was a homely cruising experience, feeling like I was on a friend's boat, quite different from cruising on a large ship.

10/18に参加しました。コンディションとしては雲はありましたが晴れていて、夕日は十分に堪能出来ました。夕日の光が雲に写りとても幻想的な景色を楽しめました。残念ながら風が弱くセイリングではなく、エンジンのみでのクルージングでしたが十分に楽しめました。船長さんは、風があればもっとエキサイティングだよと言ってましたが。船は、舵をはじめとしていたるところにカーボンパーツを使用してあり、GPSナビでの自動操縦が出来たり、船自体出来てから１年たってなくてとても清潔感ある新しい船でした。ドリンクはチケットが一人二枚までもらえて、フードは３種類（揚げ春巻き、サラダ、野菜やチキンの巻物）とクッキーがあって味も良かったです。港を出て、徐々に夕焼けからサンセットをむかえ、その後は海からのワイキキの夜景も楽しめます。スタッフの方々も、明るく気さくで船酔いの対処も慣れていて、船長さんは日本滞在暦もある方で、日本語も上手、大きな船のクルージングとは一味違った、一言で言えば、知人の船に乗せてもらったような感覚のアットホームなクルージングでした。

I participated on October 18. As mentioned in my previous post, the captain explained everything in Japanese, so I didn't have to worry about the language and felt at ease participating. On that day, I was impressed by the beautiful sunset. We headed to the location by city bus from Waikiki. The guide mentioned it was a 10-minute walk from Ala Moana Shopping Center, but we thought that was unrealistic, so we got off near Ward Center instead.

10/18に参加しました。以前の書き込みどおり船長が日本語で説明して
くれたので言葉の心配は不要で安心して参加できました。
当日は、とてもキレイなサンセットで感激しました。
私達はワイキキから市バスで現地に向かいました。案内にはアラモアナ
ショッピングセンターから10分とありましたが私達は無理だと思い
そこでは降りずにワードセンター近くで降りましたよ。

This was my first time at the Polynesian Cultural Center on my third trip to Hawaii, and it was quite an experience. The explanations leading up to the visit were thorough, and our local guide was a student from Japan. They provided detailed explanations until the end, and I could feel their desire for us to understand, which was moving. The final show was impressive in scale, and I was very satisfied. I think it's a tour worth experiencing at least once.

３度目のハワイではじめてのポリネシア文化センターでしたがナカナカのものでしたよ、行くまでの説明も丁寧で現地のガイドさんは日本からの留学生さん。最後まで詳しく説明してくれ良くわかりましたし理解してもらいたいという感じが伝わり感激。
最後のショーもスケールも凄くて満足、一度は見て良いツアーかな。

Recently, I participated in my first trip to Hawaii with a friend. At first, we had a hard time finding the meeting place (it was farther than we thought), and I was worried we might not make it in time while dashing to the departure. However, the staff was waiting for us and welcomed us warmly.
*For everyone participating, it's best to allow plenty of time!
As mentioned in the voice center comments, there weren't many Japanese people on board, and the boat was small, so it felt a bit rocky. But holding a champagne in one hand while listening to the background music and feeling the splashes of water up close made this tour amazing!
Also, since it was Friday, we got to see not only the sunset and night view but also fireworks launched from Hilton H., which was truly wonderful.
I highly recommend this for those who want to experience the Hawaiian vibe and enjoy a different Honolulu from the Japanese-dominated Waikiki!

つい先日、友人と初Hawaiiで参加しました。
初めは集合場所がなかなか見つからず（思ったよりも遠い…）ダッシュしながら出港に間に合わないかと心配しましたが、スタッフの方達が私達を待っていてくれ、暖かく向かえてました。
＊参加される皆さま、くれぐれも時間には余裕を持って行った方が良いです！
ボイスセンターのコメント通り日本人はあまり乗っていなく、船は小さいので少々揺れが激しく感じましたが、片手にシャンパンをもってback musicを聴きながら、水しぶきを間近に感じられるこのツアーは最高でした！
また、金曜日だったので夕日＆夜景のみならずHilton H.から打ち上げられる花火も見れて、本当にステキでした。
Hawaiian気分を味わいたい方、日本人だらけのワイキキとは違ったホノルルを楽しみたい方には是非ぜひお勧めでっす！

On the first day of my arrival, I went to the show. I felt like it started before I really understood what was happening, probably because I'm not used to English, but I was quite moved by the appearance of the king. I was able to experience a ceremonial hula that you can't find in other dinner shows. Everyone there was very friendly, but since I couldn't speak English, I could only manage polite smiles. It seems that having better English skills is necessary to enjoy it more. As for the food... well, it was just average. I was happy to drink a lot of Kona coffee, though.

到着初日に行ったきました。
英語に慣れていないせいか、よく分からないうちに始まってしまった感がありましたが、キングの出現にはかなり感動しました。
他のディナーショーでは味わえない儀式的なフラを体験することが出来ました。
来ている方々皆さんとてもフレンドリーなのに英語を話せないばかりに愛想笑顔のみ。もっと楽しむには英語力が必要のようです。
料理は・・・・まぁ普通かな。コナコーヒーがいっぱい飲めてうれしかったですけど

The facility is located about an hour's drive from Honolulu, but I didn't get bored on the way because a student studying abroad from Japan shared various stories with us. After arriving, we split into groups based on our reservations. Each group had a student guide, but there were many mix-ups, and we went here and there, waiting a bit at times... However, they were doing their best. The show after the final dinner was amazing!!

ホノルルから車で1時間ぐらいかかるところに位置する施設でしたが、
到着するまで日本から留学中の学生さんが色々な話をしてくださったので
退屈せずに到着しました。
到着後は、申し込んだグループ別に行動します。
グループ毎に学生さんが案内してくれますが、
手違いが多くあっちにいったりこっちに行ったり、ちょっと待ったり。。。
でも一生懸命やってくれてました。
最後の夕食後のショーはすごかったです！！

I didn't have high expectations before participating, but it turned out to be amazing! Since I came to Hawaii, I wanted to fulfill my mother's request to see a "Hawaiian-style" show, and it was definitely the right choice. There are two courses: Deluxe and Standard, but I highly recommend the Deluxe course. The seating for the Deluxe option is closer to the front, making it easier to see. The restaurant for dinner before the show also varies by course. I only know about the Deluxe, but there was a variety of food including crab, sashimi, sushi rolls, fruits, and steak. (The Standard option seemed to focus more on meat dishes, American style). The show included hula, energetic dances, and the final fire dance, all of which were fantastic. During a break, we received dessert (which is included in the Deluxe course). The dessert was a generous serving of sorbet ice cream with plenty of fruit, and it was delicious! On the way back, I was so tired that I fell asleep on the bus all the way to the hotel. It was a fun night!

参加する前は、それほど期待はしていなかったのですが、これがすごくよかったのです！せっかくハワイに来たので、”ハワイらしい”ショーが見たい！という母のリクエストに答えて大正解でした。デラックスとスタンダードの２つのコースがありますが、やはりデラックスコースがお勧めです。観覧する座席も、デラックスの方が前の方で見やすいです。ショーの前の夕食のレストランも、コースによって違っていました。デラックスの方しか分かりませんが、カニや刺身、のり巻き、フルーツ、ステーキなどいろいろありました。（スタンダードの方は、肉料理中心の、アメリカンタイプらしかったです）。ショーはフラもあり、激しいダンス、最後のファイヤーダンスもすべてよかったです。途中の休憩で、デザートがもらえました（デラックスコースは料金に含まれてます）。そのデザートは、ボリューム満点のシャーベットのアイスクリーム、フルーツもいっぱい入っていて、これは美味しい！って感動でした。帰りのバスは疲れがどっとでたので、ぐっすりホテルまで眠ってしまいました。。楽しい夜になりました。

Recently, I participated in a catamaran cruise during my first trip to Hawaii. First of all, it was a super cheap tour at $7.77, but it didn't include transportation, so I used THE BUS (which costs $2 one way). I had some sense of direction since I had been to the Ward Center the day before, but it might be a bit confusing if you go there for the first time. (I took the bus from Kuhio Avenue since my hotel was Sheraton Waikiki.)

Overall, the cruise was a fun experience. However, I was feeling a bit seasick, so I couldn't fully enjoy it, which was disappointing. There were staff members who spoke Japanese, so I didn't have any language issues. They were friendly and made an effort to engage with us, so if you try to enjoy yourself, I definitely recommend this cruise over others that have larger groups. If you're prone to seasickness, I suggest taking motion sickness medication in advance.

先日、初めてのハワイ旅行でカタマラン号のクルーズに参加してきました。まず、７．７７ドルの激安ツアーで送迎つきではなかったので、ＴＨＥ　ＢＵＳ（片道２ドル）を利用しました。ただ、前日にワードセンターに行っていたので方向感覚がありましたが、いきなり行くと分かりづらいかも。。（宿泊ホテルはシェラトンワイキキだったので、クヒオ通りからバスにのりました。）
クルーズ全体は、楽しい印象です。ただ、私自身が船酔いをしかかっていたため、十分に満喫できなかったのが残念です。日本語を話せるスタッフもいたので、言葉の問題は特に感じませんでした。フレンドリーですし、気を遣って話しかけてくれるので、自分から楽しもうとすれば、他の団体が参加するクルーズよりも断然お勧めかと思います。船に弱い方は、ぜひ事前に酔い止めを飲んでおくとよいと思います。

When you go to Hawaii, you definitely have to enjoy a dance show! However, it can feel a bit lonely if you don't understand English. The host will show you where to sit. After that, it would be a waste to just sit there not knowing what to do! You can go get a free drink and enjoy it, or before the show, you can learn how to open coconuts, get a tattoo, make angel fish from palm leaves, and learn hula dancing at two different stations. Even if you don't understand English, it's better to get up and explore rather than just sitting around.

The buffet-style meal is also guided to your table, so you just have to wait! The food is delicious, and it seems like it was tailored to suit Japanese tastes! It's really tasty! The dancing is fun, and the scent of the ocean and the sound of the waves are refreshing, which made me feel great.

However, it was a bit disappointing that it rained in Kona, which is quite rare!

やっぱりハワイに行ったら、ダンスショーを楽しまなきゃ！って思いましたね。ただ英語がわからないと寂しい思いもします。座る場所はホストが教えてくれます。その後はどうして良いか判らず座っていると勿体ない！。フリードリンクを取って来て飲んでも良し、ショーの前にココナツの剥き方や、タトゥー、ヤシの葉で作るエンゼルフィッシュ，フラダンスの仕方など２カ所に別れてやっているので、英語がわからずとも座っていないでどんどん見て回ると良いです。
ビュッフェタイプの食事もテーブル事に案内してくれるので、まっていれば良いだけ！。
料理はそれも美味しくて、日本人好みにしたんじゃないか！って位口に合います。それを食べても美味しいです！。ダンスも楽しいし、海の香りと波の音も爽やかで、いい気分でした~。
ただコナには珍しく雨が降ってきました。これがちょっと残念！。

I participated in the campaign. Since there was no shuttle service, I took a taxi in the morning. It cost about $15 including the tip. I saw a review saying someone walked from Waikiki, but I think that distance would be quite tough to walk. There were nine participants, including us. Only two of them were Japanese women. The captain speaks Japanese well, so I don't think there will be any worries. The boat is also clean. I heard we would get wet, so I wore a swimsuit, but even though I was on the net, I didn't get wet at all (^^;). On that day, we didn't see any dolphins or flying fish... However, since I was able to participate at such a low price, I have no complaints. The wind felt really nice~☆

キャンペーンで参加しました。
送迎がなかったので、朝はタクシーで行きました。
チップ込みで＄１５ほどです。
ワイキキから歩っていったというレビューをみましたが、あの距離は歩くにはつときついかと思われます。
参加者は私達を含め９人でした。
日本人は女性組２人のみです。
キャプテンは日本語が達者なので、不安はないかと思います。
舟も綺麗です。
濡れるとの事でしたので、水着で行きましたが、ネットの上にいたにもかかわらず、
全く濡れませんでした（＾＾；）
この日は、イルカも飛び魚も見れませんでした・・・
ただ、激安値段で参加出来たのですから、文句は無いです。
すっごく風が気持ちよかったですよ~☆