All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

I arrived on time, but there was not much guidance, and I didn't know what to do. I was flustered and confused about the drinks as well. It's understandable that Japanese isn't spoken, but the staff didn't have any smiles either. After it started to rain, there was no guidance, so I returned to my room.
I think the meal was Hawaiian cuisine, but the taste was just okay. I was a bit disappointed.

時間通りに行きましたが、案内があまりなくどうしていいかもわからず、ドリンクも何も分からずあたふたしました。日本語が通じないのは仕方ないけどスタッフも笑顔もないし。雨が降り始めてからの案内もなく部屋に戻りました。
食事もハワイ料理だと思いますが、味もいまいち。少しガッカリでした。

When I went to the reception booth and showed my voucher, they said something like, "Please sign the agreement," and my husband and I each signed. We were told, "Be at that peach over there by 7:15," so we waited on the beach, and soon a boat approached from the sea.

We boarded the same boat that had been used for the previous sunset cruise. After the previous passengers disembarked and the cleaning and preparations were done, we were instructed to take off our shoes and roll our pants up to our knees as we got on board. The staff directed us to our seats, and we stored our shoes and bags in the space behind the chairs. After the staff introduced themselves and shared some safety points about the cruise, we set sail.

I was nervous about how to order drinks, but then they called out, "Who wants a Mai Tai? Raise your hand!" Almost everyone raised their hands. Plastic cups filled with ice and Mai Tais were distributed one after another, and cheers of "Kanpai!" echoed around. After that, we went to the counter to order our favorite drinks.

We moved around to take photos and exchanged shots with different groups. At exactly 8:00, fireworks went off, and there was a loud cheer. The weather was nice, the waves were calm, and the starry sky was beautiful. Along the way, the staff handed out snacks like Doritos.

Both the reception and the boat staff spoke only English, and they spoke quickly. Most of the passengers were foreigners, with probably just one other Japanese group besides us. I was nervous about how it would go, but everyone was a bit tipsy, laughing heartily, and we had a great time.

Even with my limited English, I was able to enjoy myself!

受付ブースに行ってバウチャーを見せると『同意書にサインしてねー』的なことを言われ、夫と各々サイン
『7時15分にあっちのピーチにいてねー』と言われ、浜辺でボーっと待っていたら沖から船が近づいてきた
前の時間のサンセットクルーズに使用したのと同じ船に乗るのね

前の乗客が降りて、清掃&準備が整うと、靴を脱いで乗るように言われ、ズボンを膝上まで捲り上げていざ乗船
スタッフが座る位置を指示してくれる
靴や荷物を椅子の背もたれにあるスペースに収納
スタッフの自己紹介とクルーズの注意点と思われる事を聞いて、いざ出航

どうやってドリンクの注文するのかとドキドキしてたら『マイタイ飲みたい人手を挙げてー』
ほぼ全員挙手
氷とマイタイが入ったプラカップが次々と配られて、あちこちでカンパーイの声
その後はカウンターのスタッフに好きな飲み物を注文しに行く

写真を撮ったり、違うグループ同士で撮り合いっこしたりで、好きな場所に移動
8時丁度に花火が上がって大歓声
お天気も良く波も穏やかで星空もキレイ
途中でスタッフがスナック菓子（ドリトス等）を配ってくれる

受付も船のスタッフも英語オンリー、しかも早口、乗客もほぼ外国人
日本人は私達以外に多分もう一組
どうなる事かとドキドキしたけれど、皆んなほろ酔いでゲラゲラ笑って楽しい時間を過ごせました

出川イングリッシュでも充分楽しめました

If you want a beautiful setting, great food and an organized exciting show then you should pick this luau.
Dancers were all amazing !
The length of time, open 2 hour bar , seating and staff were exceptional as well.
This was not my first luau but it was for my boyfriend and he was impressed with it!

The hour went so quickly!
The boat was easy to find, right out the front of Duke's.
The boarding into the boat was relatively easy, there's stairs that come down from the centre of the boat that you climb up. We did get wet leaving the boat but that was okay!

We cruised around to where the fireworks happen and had a great view.
The time went so quickly!

We are here celebrating our 30th wedding anniversary and were looking forward to the sunset sail. It was absolutely amazing! The drinks were great and it was very relaxing. The staff were very attentive and polite. If we ever come back to Waikiki, we will definitely do this sunset cruise again and tell anyone we know that will be visiting here to hit up Moana Sunset Cruise.

Easy to book, so nice they have the pick up / drop off so you can enjoy your evening safely!

The champagne toast was so fun for an anniversary evening, we loved our night!

Great evenings, lots of laughter and fun learning experiences in the beginning that was a fun way to start the luau!

perfect pair after a relaxing pool day, delish cuisine and lots of fun happening on board!

A great event, so happy to see them back after the break

Really awesome experience, the workers give it their all!

The experience was awesome! We got to learn and experience a lot of what the native Polynesian cultures were like. Many of the staff are actually university students who help fund most of their education through working here so that is nice to know.

The Buffet was the biggest Buffet hall and selection that I have ever seen- there was live music too and it was all just beautiful. The food was really good too!

The Fire Dance show was just an amazing performance. All the people responsible for making this were so skilled. It looked like everyone was having a great time.

This was my first luau. Although not a traditional luau that one would see on a beach, this one was fantastic. The food was delicious with plenty to choose from, the staff was courteous and helpful, and the show incorporated traditional song and dance along with "Elvis" and "Michael Jackson"...all were so very talented! The seating in the theatre was comfortable, and the location was easy to get to. I highly recommend!

The Captain and crew were very friendly, and although we were the only Japanese on board with announcements in English, everyone else was in a great mood, making it a very enjoyable experience. The unlimited Hawaiian cocktails and other drinks made for a fantastic time. I plan to ride again when I come back to Waikiki. Mahalo!

Captain＆Crewの方とても感じよく、英語のみのAnnounceで日本人は我々だけでしたが、乗船された方々がノリノリの雰囲気で大変楽しく過ごせました。Hawaiian　Cocktail等々飲み放題で最高のひと時でした。
またWaikikiに来たら乗ろうと思います。
Mahalo

We visited Hawaii for our honeymoon for the first time. Upon arriving at the venue, we were greeted with a lei service and shown to our seats. We shared a table with people from various nationalities, and there was a drink service along with a pineapple dish prepared on the table. After a toast, we were guided to the buffet, which included satisfying options like roast beef, fried white fish, and salad. Between meals, there were hula dances and hula lessons that were sure to get everyone excited! After dinner, we moved to the theater for the show. Traditional Hawaiian hula dances, along with performances of songs by Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson, were featured, allowing us to enjoy familiar tunes and dances. From the meal to the show, we were thoroughly satisfied and never bored!

新婚旅行で初めてハワイを訪れました。会場に到着するとレイのサービスがあり席へ案内されました。
様々な国籍の方と席を共にし、ドリンクサービスと卓上にはパイナップルの食事が用意されていました。ブュッフェは乾杯の後に席ごとに案内され、ローストビーフや白身魚のフライ、サラダなど満足のいく内容でした。食事の合間にはフラダンスやフラレッスンなど盛り上がること間違いなし！食後はシアターに移動し鑑賞がスタート。ハワイの伝統的なフラダンスやエルビスプレスリー、マイケルジャクソンなどが登場し、日本人にもとても馴染みのある楽曲やダンスで楽しむことが出来ました。食事からショーまで飽きることなく大満足することが出来ました！

- The pre-show meal included services that enhanced the mood for participating in the show, such as hula dance practice.
- The combination of Polynesian and rock (Elvis and Michael Jackson) brought a unique Hawaiian hospitality that made us laugh and brought tears of nostalgia.
- The integration of rock (Elvis and Michael Jackson) stars with the venue was fantastic, truly the pinnacle of entertainment.
- The dancers and singers were common members of both the Polynesian and rock performances, and each provided an impressive experience on stage.
- The opportunity to interact with the performers and take commemorative photos after the show was a service that will remain a lifelong memory. Thank you.
- Next time, I would like to bring my grandchildren along to enjoy it.

・ショーの前の食事では、フラダンスの練習などショー参加の気分を盛り上げるサービス
・ポリネシアンとロック（プレスリーとマイケルジャクソン）の組み合わせは、ハワイならではのおもてなしで大いに笑い、大いになつかしさに涙した。
・ロック（プレスリーとマイケルジャクソン）スターと会場との一体化した盛り上がりは素晴らしくこれぞエンターテインメントの極みでした。
・ダンサーや歌手のメンバーは、ポリネシアンとロックの両方に共通のメンバーであったが、それぞれ上質の舞台で感動した。
・上演後にホールで出演者との交流や記念撮影は、一生の思い出に残るサービスでした。ありがとう。
・次回は、孫も同伴して楽しみたいです。

This was our second trip on the Star of Honolulu, the first being 9 years ago. I paid more this time for an upgraded meal. The meal was good, but I think we would have been happier with just the buffet. The upgrade wasn’t really worth the price we paid. The entertainment was good and the views were spectacular! If we come to Hawai’i again, I think we’ll just get the lowest price meal and still do the cruise.

Wow! What a great time. Definitely a highlight of our vacation. A must-see!!

Show was great! Service did their best. I was not pleased with set up & quality of how things were presented & for food & drinks.

This time, we stayed in Hawaii to celebrate my mother's 70th birthday. We participated in a VIP tour based on a recommendation from one of my mother's friends. We were able to take the elevator to the fourth floor from the Royal Hawaiian Center, Building B, to reach the venue. We arrived at the venue by 5:15 PM.

The meal was a buffet in an outdoor space with a roof. We received service tickets for a Mai Tai and another drink, so we had plenty of alcohol! The buffet offered a variety of dishes to enjoy. However, the waiting time for the meal was too long, so it would be best if that could be improved.

When it was showtime, we moved to the indoor theater. We were seated in the central front area, which allowed us to see the performers up close. The show was packed with entertainment and lasted about two hours! There were dancers who could perform in any genre, from Elvis to Michael! It felt more like an entertainment show than just a hula show, and from that perspective, it was very impressive!

Personally, there was one song by Israel that I loved, and I wished I could have heard a few more solo songs from him. At the end, there was a photo session, and everyone in the venue seemed to have a great time. I want to tell my friends about this experience!

今回は母の古希祝いでのHawaii滞在でした。
母のお友達からの口コミでのVIPツアー参加。
会場へ行く四階へのエレベーターはロイヤルハワイアンセンターB館から上がることができました。
集合17:15に合わせて会場へ。
お食事は屋根のある屋外スペースでのビュッフェ。
マイタイともう一杯のサービスチケットいただいたので、お酒は十分でした！お食事は色々ビュッフェで楽しめました。ただお食事までの待ち時間が長過ぎたので何か改善できたらベストかと。
ショータイムになり、屋内シアターへ移動。
前方中央の席にしてくださり、演者の皆様も近く見応えがありました。
ショーは盛りだくさんであっという間の２時間ほど！！
プレスリーにマイケルに、どのジャンルでも踊れるダンサーの皆様に！！！
フラショーというよりエンタメショー、その角度で観たら見応え十分でした！！
個人的には、イズラエルが一曲あったのですがステキな声でもう何曲かソロで聞きたかったです⭐︎
最後にはフォトセッションなどもあり、会場の皆様大いに楽しまれてました。
お友達にも教えてあげたいと思いました！

When I was thinking about what to do in Hawaii, I decided to book a traditional Hawaiian show from Japan. Before the show, we enjoyed a lovely buffet-style meal. It was fun to watch hula dancing right in front of us while we ate.

The pineapple juice we had first was delicious, and it really made me feel like I was in Hawaii. The beef and fruits that were cut and grilled right in front of us were tasty, and I ended up feeling quite full.

The show featured not only hula but also performances resembling Michael Jackson and Elvis Presley, making for an enjoyable time. The fire dance was impressive, and the content was very fulfilling. I thought this optional tour was a great value, especially during this time of yen depreciation.

ハワイでオプションでなにしようと考えた時、
ハワイらしいショーを見てみようと思い日本から予約して行きました。ショーの前には素敵なビュッフェスタイルの食事もいただきました。食事してある時に目の前でフラを踊ってくれて楽しかったです。
まずいただいたパイナップルのジュースが美味しくてハワイ気分を満喫しました。目の前で切って焼いてくれるビーフやフルーツが美味しくてお腹いっぱいになりました。
ショーはフラだけではなく、マイケルジャクソンやエルビスプレスリーも登場しそっくりで楽しい時間を過ごしました。ファイアーダンスも迫力があって内容がとても充実していました。円安のこの時期にこれだけ楽しめてすごくコスパいいオプショナルツアーだなと思いました。

The crew was very friendly. I brought my 3 year old and she was very comfortable. The drinks were amazing. Hats off Captain and crew for making the visit memorable for me and family.......

We gathered in front of Ross Dress for Less at 4:10 PM, and a Mercedes van came to pick us up. The driver was wearing a black suit, and the van had leather seats, making for a comfortable ride. From the moment we were picked up, there was a strong sense of luxury.

It took about 40 minutes to reach the venue, Kahalu'u. The venue overlooking the fish pond had seating arranged according to the number of participants. Being a private location, it was very quiet. Surrounded by greenery, the nearby mountains alternated between clouds and sunshine, allowing us to feel the natural beauty of Hawaii.

There was about an hour before the hula show and meal began, but they had prepared some simple activities for us:
- Making bracelets with tea leaves
- Tattoo stickers
- Limbo
- Something like traditional bowling

As we strolled around, participated in activities, and relaxed a bit, the show began. It was a smaller show featuring one musician, two female dancers, and two fire dancers, but we could see it up close, and it had a homey atmosphere. Toward the end, there was time to dance together, and we could take photos with the dancers.

The meal was a course dinner, including appetizers, salad, main dish, and dessert, all very delicious. The portions were just right for men, but might be a bit much for women. The meal included two drinks, with options for beer, wine, and soft drinks. If we needed more, we could order additional beer for $8, wine for $10, and soft drinks for $5. They also offered cocktails made on the spot for $15, including Blue Hawaii, Piña Colada, and Mai Tai.

After the hula show and meal, we left the venue around 8 PM and arrived in Waikiki shortly after 8:30 PM.

While the price is not cheap, you can enjoy delicious food in a lovely setting, and it’s clear that the staff is dedicated to entertaining the participants. They actively engaged with us and took plenty of photos. If you include this experience toward the end of your trip, it can provide a slightly elegant and relaxed way to beautifully conclude your journey.

Also, since I participated in June when the days were long, the gathering was in the evening, but it would have been wise to take sun protection seriously. Additionally, there were a few mosquitoes and other bugs, so it’s better to borrow insect repellent early on.

16時10分にロスドレスフォーレス前に集合すると、ベンツのバンがお迎えに来ました。
運転手さんは黒のスーツを着ており、バンも革張りで、乗り心地良かったです。
お迎えからしっかり高級感がありました。

会場のカハルウまでは40分前後でしょうか。
フィッシュポンドに臨む会場は、参加人数に応じて座席が用意してあります。
プライベートな場所ということで、とても静かな場所です。
周りは緑に囲まれており、近くの山には雲がかかったり晴れたりを繰り返し、ハワイの自然を感じることができます。

フラショーとお食事が始まるまで1時間ぐらいありますが、いくつか簡易なアクティビティを用意してくれています。
　・ティーリーフを使ったブレスレット造り
　・タトゥーシール
　・リンボー
　・伝統的なボウリングみたいなの

ぶらぶら散歩したり、アクティビティをしたり、少しのんびりしていると、ショーが始まります。
ミュージシャン1名、女性ダンサー2名、ファイヤーダンサー2名の小さめのショーですが、間近で見られますし、アットホームな雰囲気がありました。
終盤は一緒に踊る時間もあり、最後はダンサーと一緒に写真撮影もできます。

食事はコース料理で、前菜、サラダ、メイン、デザートと、とても美味しくいただけました。
男性にはちょうど、女性には少し多いかもぐらいの量でしょうか。
アルコールは2杯分含まれていて、ビール、ワイン、ソフトドリンクが選べます。
足りない場合はビール8ドル、ワイン10ドル、ソフトドリンク5ドルで追加注文できました。
また、その場で作ってくれるカクテルは15ドルで、ブルーハワイ、ピニャコラーダ、マイタイがありました。

フラショーと料理が終わった後は、20時ぐらいに現地を出発し、ワイキキ到着は20時30分過ぎでした。

料金は安くありませんが、素敵な場所で美味しい料理を堪能できますし、スタッフさんが参加者を楽しませてくれようと一生懸命に対応してくれているのが伝わってきます。
何かと積極的に話しかけてくれ、写真も積極的に撮ってくれます。
旅行の最後の方に入れると、少し優雅に、少しのんびり、旅の最後を綺麗に締めくくってくれる、そんな時間を過ごせるのではないかと思います。

なお、6月の参加で日が長かったため、集合は夕方でしたが、日焼け対策はしっかりした方が良かったです。
また、少し蚊などの虫がいますので、早めに虫よけスプレーをお借りした方が良いです。

I participated because I wanted to go with the flow on the night of my arrival. The venue is on the 4th floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center, so if you're staying in Waikiki, you don't have to worry about transportation, right? We gathered after 5:00 PM and started with a meal. The menu is quite extensive, from drinks to desserts. There were tables surrounded by friends that were really lively. There were also tables where people who spoke different languages were happily chatting with each other. The highlight, of course, is the show itself. The spirit of "LET US ENTERTAIN YOU!!!" from all the performers was overwhelming, and it brought tears to my eyes. It happened several times. Speaking of which, I had a similar experience on the sunset dinner cruise "Star of Honolulu," provided by the Ohana (family) company of this show (which I participated in previously). I was fortunate enough to receive something from Presley, and I even felt, "Is it okay to have this much fun on the first day?" I sincerely thank everyone who was at the venue that day.

到着日の夜を流れに身を任せて過ごしたくて参加。会場はロイヤルハワイアンセンター4階、ワイキキ滞在者なら移動の心配不要では？17:00過ぎに集合してまずは御食事。ドリンク〜スイーツまで、メニューもかなり豊富です。一卓を仲間内で囲んでやたら盛り上がっているテーブルもありました。異なる言語を話す初対面どうしで話しに花を咲かせているテーブルもありました。圧巻はやはりショーそのものです。すべての出演者の全身から「LET US ENTERTAIN YOU！！！（わたしたちがみなさんを心から楽しませます）」スピリットが炸裂、なんだか泣けてくる。しかも数回。そういえばこちらのショーのオハナ（ファミリー）カンパニーが提供するサンセット・ディナークルーズ「スターオブホノルル号」でもそういう体験をしました（以前参加）。プレスリーから〇〇を手渡してもらうという幸運にも恵まれ、「初日からこんなに盛り上がっていいの？」という気持ちにさえなりました。あのとき会場にいらした全ての方々に、心から感謝いたします。

I had seen a hula show before, but this was a different kind of entertainment show! I signed up for the VIP type, and right from the start, I received a fresh lei. Since the welcome at the airport is no longer a thing, this really put me in a Hawaiian mood. The meal started about 40 minutes after the gathering time, but I was able to enjoy a Mai Tai (which you could choose to have with or without alcohol) while waiting. The Mai Tai was refreshing and delicious. I also had coffee and pineapple, and there were staff members playing the ukulele, making the waiting time enjoyable. After that, it was buffet and hula! The buffet had a lot of meat options, but they also served dessert at the end, so I ended up quite full. The VIP type included one more free drink, so I had beer while my mother had a non-alcoholic drink. My mother's non-alcoholic drink was sweet with a hint of coconut. During the meal, there was hula dancing and a hula lesson! After that, we moved to a different location for the entertainment show! It was exciting from the beginning✨ They performed songs that everyone has probably heard, like those by Michael, so even if your English isn't great, you can still enjoy it to some extent. For those who understand well, it would be even more enjoyable. After the show, we took pictures together, which became a great memory.

以前もフラのショーを見たのですが、また違ったエンターテイメントショーでした！ VIPタイプで申し込みましたが、行ってすぐから生レイのプレゼント。今は空港でwelcome！みたいなのがなくなってたので、ここでハワイ的な気分になりました。食事が集合時間40分後くらいしてからのスタートでしたが、マイタイのドリンク(アルコール有り無しを選べる)を飲みながら待つことが出来ました。マイタイさっぱりしてておいしかった。他にはコーヒーやパイナップルなどもいただけて、ウクレレを弾いてくれるスタッフの方も居たりで、待つ時間も有意義。スタートしたあとは、ビュッフェ&フラ！ビュッフェはお肉多めのメニューですが、最後にデザートとかも出て、なかなかお腹いっぱいになりました。VIPタイプはもう一杯ドリンクが無料で付いてたので、私はビール、母はノンアルコール。母のノンアルドリンクはココナッツがきいていて甘かったみたいです。食事の間にフラダンスとフラlesson！そのあと場所を移動してからのエンターテイメントショー！ 最初からドキドキで楽しめました✨ マイケルとかみんなが聞いたことはあるかなって曲をやってくれるので、英語がいまいちの人でもなんとなくでも楽しめるかと思います。ガッツリ分かる人だと、もっと楽しめる ショー終わった後に写真を一緒に撮ってもらいましたが、いい思い出になりました。

The buffet included a hula dance lesson and a show, making it a packed experience! The food was delicious, and I was able to eat until I was full. It was great that VIP guests could enjoy two drinks as well! Additionally, we could go to the food station from our VIP seats. During the show, we were also allowed to bring our drinks. The show featured not only hula but also performances by famous American singers, which was enjoyable! The final greeting was nice too! The staff member was handsome and very charming!

ビュッフェからフラダンスレッスンにショーと、盛りだくさんでした！
ごはんも美味しくお腹いっぱいになるまで食べることができ、vipの場合だと、2ドリンク飲めるのも良かったです！また、vipの席からフードを取りに行く形でした！
また、ショー中も飲み物持ち込み可能でした。
ショーはフラだけでなく、アメリカの有名歌手のしょーもあったので楽しめました^_^
最後のグリーティングも良かったです！
お兄さんもイケメンで癒されました♪

The powerful dance by the men and the graceful hula by the women were wonderful. I was delighted that the performers applied traditional paint on their arms. It's a bit pricey, but I definitely recommend it for a memorable experience in Hawaii.

男性力強いダンス、女性のしなやかなフラが素晴らしかった。腕に演技者自身が伝統ペイントを施してくださり嬉しかったです。少し高価ですが、ハワイの思い出に是非おすすめします。

I'm not going complain about the food, it's good but they need to improved their seating and luau stage, you have to be vip to be able to see the performance. All you see it's people's head if you are seated in the middle or back seat. The dancers don't give a chance to take a nice picture. Not recommend unless you pay vip

Can we set sail in this heavy rain??
We have departed (laughs).
However, it's cold due to the heavy rain... This time of year might not be ideal.
I will try again in July. I'll report back.

大雨で出向できるのか？？　　
出港しました（笑）
しかし大雨で寒くて・・・・　　この時期はまずいかもですね。
７月にリベンジします。また報告します。

It's a 5-star experience, and the price is around 35,000 yen per person, so I was worried about table manners... but those worries were unnecessary! It was surprisingly casual, as you could stand up and walk out to the deck during the meal. I think it mentioned that "men's dress code is collared shirts," but there were definitely people in T-shirts. The non-alcoholic cocktails were delicious!

5スター、日本円で35,000円/1人くらいの値段なので、テーブルマナー大丈夫かな…
など心配しましたが、いらぬ心配でした！
食事中に立って歩いてデッキに出るのも自由なので意外とフランクにすごしました。
「男性のドレスコードは襟付きの服」と書かれていた気がしますが、全然Tシャツの人もいました。
ノンアルカクテル美味しかったです！