Reviewed by: mcavalheiro
What a wonderful evening. Perfect location, beach front right at the heart of Waikiki, with a beautiful views from Diamond Head. The Royal Hawaiian Hotel is the most tradition hotel in Waikiki, the staff is very friendly and always ready to help you.
Before the dinner and the show start you can learn more about Hawaiian traditions. The buffet has a big variety of dishes and the food was very tasty. The drinks were very good too.
The storytelling of the show is very interesting they talk about Hawaiian history starting when the first Polynesians arrived, passing by the Royalty time and until it became the 50th state. The dancers and the singers are fantastic!
Great evening under the starts, good food and friends. I would definitely come back again and I I recommend Aha Aina Luau to everybody!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/28 |
Reviewed by: mcavalheiro
Great experience overall, from the ground crew to the flight. This is definitely thee best way to see the island and the best option if you are staying on the West Side of the island / Ko Olina resorts.
The pilot is very experienced, polite and knowledgeable. The flight was very exciting and gave us an amazing sights of the island. Even if you don't get a window seat you still get a great view. The aircraft have a two way communication between the pilot and the guest, so while he is talking storied about the location you can ask questions and he will answer.
Oahu is just an wonderful place, we saw Hanauma Bay; Diamond Head; Waikiki beach; Pearl Harbor; the unique Kaneohe bay and the sandbar; the mountains at Kualoa Ranch are mesmerizing, makes you feel like you are at Jurassic Park; the famous beaches on the North Shore, Kaena Point and the beautiful West Coast.
If you have the chance add the land on top of Kualoa Ranch mountains, the pilot surprised us with champagne, drinks and chocolate covered strawberries. Very romantic addition to the tour.
It's a long flight, make sure to bring a bottle of water and got to the bathroom before the flight.
I would recommend Paradise Helicopters to everybody!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Dave
Overall experience was fantastic. Felt like a condensed cruise trip. Need to make sure you don't eat the trip away because they keep bringing food and before you know it you are back to the dock. Good entertainment staff.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/23 |
Reviewed by: pamela
great experience. my daughter and I attended for her birthday and she was delighted.
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| Packages: | Premium Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/24 |
Reviewed by: Max
We were a group of three with 2 of us never before in a heli.
Thanks to a gr8 pilot we experienced an adventure we will never forget.
Spectacular views and the heat of streaming lava.
If you can afford it do it, we will come back that's for sure.
Max
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| Packages: | Doors-On Flight [45 mins] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/22 |
Reviewed by: フルルル
If you're not proficient in English, it might be tough. Over 90% of the participants are American tourists. This isn't specific to this tour, but many American travelers who don't live in Hawaii have some resistance towards Asians (especially older couples), and there are those who openly dislike being around them. If you can't communicate well enough to make jokes, dining at the same table can feel awkward. For someone like me, who struggles with English, the show felt too long and I got bored halfway through. It's a genuine luau show, but if you just want to experience the atmosphere a bit, I recommend a different tour.
英語が堪能でないと、つらいかも。90%以上がアメリカ観光旅行者。このツアーに限ったことではないが、ハワイ在住でないアメリカ人旅行者達は、アジア人に抵抗ある人も多く(特に老夫婦)、一緒にいることをも露骨に嫌う人たちもいるので、ジョークを言えるぐらいの英語力で、意思疎通をはからないと、同じテーブルでの食事は、気まずい感じ。英語がダメな私には、ショーの時間が長すぎ、途中で飽きた。本格的なルアウショーだが、ちょっとだけ雰囲気を味わうなら違うツアーをお勧めした
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| Packages: | 基本プラン(サイド席) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/17 |
Reviewed by: Melissa
Fabulous Show! Everyone was so nice and went out of their way for our special occasion
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| Packages: | General Seating Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/28 |
Reviewed by: NLKTravel
Pros: I added the optional transfer for $12pp and it was nice to have someone else drive since drinks were included. This was a large tour bus with plenty of room. When you arrive, you are greeted with a flower lei. Some local venders were selling hand made items, spices, photos, and nuts. The grounds are well kept with a flower lei greeting. The food was very good and you could go back for seconds. The dancers and show was one of the best I have seen.
Cons: If you drive yourself, arrive early so you can find parking. Paying for the "Plantation Owner's Evening" I thought we should have been sitting closer and I didn't feel like I was being treated like an "Owner". See the photo I attached of how far back we were from the show. For some reason, our bartender was not having a good day and was basically being grumpy. I hope his attitude changed later.
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| Packages: | Plantation Owner's Evening (Show with 4-course Dinner) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Barbara
The river boat dancers were awesome. The guy the spoke about his community and the coconuts were hilarious, interesting, and informative. We really enjoyed that show. The Luau food was good (not great) the preformers were fantastic!
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Scott J.
If you haven't had the chance to view the sunset at Haleakala it is worth the trip.. allowing someone else to drive while you sit back and relax, is the way to go. the Dinner was ok, My wife ate the vegetarian fare and passed on most of it. The driver was great, full of knowledge and passed it freely. Its nice to know some the history of Maui..
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/08 |
Reviewed by: Justyna
I strongly recommend this company - everything had gone well.
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| Packages: | [Departure] Deluxe Gold Temsa Motorcoach (up to 34 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/18 |
Reviewed by: Anonymous
This is a must do. There is nothing like it. You are picked up early but it is well worth it. Once you get up to the summit and watch that breathtaking sunrise and view, you will not regret it. Our tour guide,Gary was fantastic.He was very knowledgeable. The morning ended with a delicious breakfast. Glad we didn't miss this experience!
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| Packages: | Haleakala Sunrise Tour with Breakfast |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/11 |
Reviewed by: J & J
Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau was an amazing experience. The grounds are amazing. There are many different types of Bamboo, Trees, flowers, and birds. The food is beyond delicious and the pork from the imu is mouth watering. The Luau is very colorful, long, and full of history. Loved the fire dancers. The entire family enjoyed their time here.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/13 |
Reviewed by: Frank
Visiting Oahu in the Hawaiian Islands some of the must see sites are Pearl Harbor, the Battleship Arizona Memorial, and The USS Missouri. The tour starts off with an informative film in the visitor center. The a boat ride to the Arizona Memorial. Its a place where history was made. The USS Missouri tour is also informative, make sure you get with one of the free guided tours of the ship.
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| Packages: | Standard Tour [No Lunch] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/16 |
Reviewed by: Frank
We attended the Smiths Luau and Show. The Luau and Show were very professionally organized. The Smiths have a family business and We would recommend their Luau and Show to anyone in the area. The food was very good, really liked the teriyaki beef and luau pork. The fire dancer at the nightly show was very good.
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/26 |
Reviewed by: Jianjun
My wife and I are from China. This tour was so amazing. We saw so many great views from the sky.
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| Packages: | Experience Hawaii Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/11/07 |
Reviewed by: ももまろ
There were only Japanese people, and when I had breakfast with them, a white person made a really unpleasant face at me (maybe they didn't want to eat with me), which made me feel very uncomfortable. I wonder if I should have skipped breakfast... I don't want to participate anymore.
日本人が私たちしかおらず、一緒に朝食を取ったとき白人の人にすごく嫌な顔をされてしまい(一緒にたべたくなかったのか)とっても嫌な気分でした。朝食はいらなかったかな・・・。もう参加したくないです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/25 |
Reviewed by: Kristina
Amazing time and amazing hosts at paradise cove. The food was great and so was the entertainment. Great secluded location! I would highly recommend this place!
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/30 |
Reviewed by: ありす
I visited the Big Island of Hawaii for the first time. I was able to relax. My daughter went up on stage and imitated the hula. I was able to relax.
初めて訪れた、ハワイ島。のんびりできました。娘が壇上に上がってフラを真似しました。のんびりできました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/30 |
Reviewed by: James & Shay
We were on our honeymoon and had a really great time. I would give it 4.5 stars but that wasn't an option so they got 5 because it was better than 4. Food was good and entertainment was excellent. Pictures and drinks were pricey but I guess that's expected.
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/10 |
Reviewed by: オタマ
We participated as a family of four, and while the food was delicious, I felt it was a bit expensive for the content of the dishes. Also, the venue was hard to find, and it took a while to reach the elevator! The show was in the front row, so it was powerful and truly impressive. I still enjoy watching the video. My grandchild was thrilled to have their favorite turtle tattooed on their arm. We had a wonderful night in Hawaii!
家族4人で参加しましたが、美味しかったのですが あのお料理の内容だと、少し高いように思いました。又会場がわかりにくくエレベーターに着くまで時間がかかりました!
ショーは最前列だったので 迫力があって素晴らしく感激しました。
いまでもビデオを見て楽しんでいます。孫が腕に大好きな亀のタッーを書いてもらい
大喜びでした。ハワイのステキな夜を過ごさせて頂きました!!
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| Packages: | ゴールデンシート |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/09 |
Reviewed by: Susanna
Well organised trip to Haleakala. Good drivers with their commentary. Would have liked a little more information about the volcano and the island, nothing that Google can't answer though, so that's alright. The dinner was ok.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/19 |
Reviewed by: Greg Raymer
I took my girlfriend on the Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise from Aloha Tower. She was new to Hawaii and was not sure what to expect. I appreciated the fact that they picked us up near the hotel we were staying. Upon arrival, we were guided to our casual dinner level, or deck. This was somewhat bothersome, just because there could have been more flow to it. Once we got on the ship, we were seated promptly. The tables were set and an orchid flower was placed in the middle of the dinner plate. (Very nice) Before long, we were off the dock and on to our adventure. The meal was buffet style, food was okay. While we dined, there was a single singer, who sang many of the songs associated with Hawaii and songs from movies about Hawaii. He was friendly and personable. After dinner, coffee and dessert was served on the outside deck. Shortly after, a smoking hot hula show began, where they explained the history of hula, as well as performed several numbers of Hawaiian music and dancing. While this was happening, a beautiful sunset was developing outside on the deck, and I was able to snap many quality sunset photos. We traveled parallel to the Waikiki hotel row, and went slightly past Diamond Head, before we turned back. It was an awesome experience and truly romantic. I have personally done the luau shows in and around Waikiki, and I always seem to gravitate back to the sunset dinner cruise. My belief is that I get the most value for my money on the sunset dinner cruise. I get a boat ride, a meal, a hula show and the beautiful sunset all for the price of one ticket. I will return.
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/05 |
Reviewed by: MeSoHappy
As soon as we came upstairs to the luau, we were promptly met by the luau staff and directed to our table. On the way there, the dancers greeted us with leis and we received welcome Mai Tais. They have regular and virgin Mai Tais, which were good! Our drinks were never empty and the buffet line went smooth. Try the salad, chicken, and the poi - an excellent combination! The best dessert was the haupia and I also tried some bread pudding - both were very tasty. The show started with the MC singing a beautiful rendition of an American melody in Hawaiian verse. The dancers were excellent and the whole show is well worth seeing if you are in Waikiki.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/06 |
Reviewed by: Scb271
It was an excellent trip....memorable! Beautifully maintained property. Respect to the organization that maintains the beauty of the history here at Pearl Harbor!
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| Packages: | Passport to Pearl Harbor |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/30 |
Reviewed by: カイト
We participated as a couple. There were about 20 people, and everyone else was a foreigner. The guide was English-speaking and provided a fun and polite tour with humor. Our listening skills were low, and there were many things we couldn't understand, but it wasn't a big problem. The sunrise was beautiful, and we were moved by it.
夫婦で参加しました。20人ほどで他は全員外国人でした。ガイドさんは英語で、ユーモアを交えて楽しく丁寧にガイドしてくれていました。こちらのリスニング力が低く、理解できないことも多かったですが、大きな問題はありませんでした。サンライズは綺麗に拝めて感動しました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/27 |
Reviewed by: Becky Ocampos
The food was fantastic, the grounds are gorgeous, and the show is absolutely mesmerizing! It was so cool to see all of the different influences that have contributed to the culture that is Hawaii. We cannot wait to come back and experience it again!
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/31 |
Reviewed by: MAHALO
I participated during a company trip. For those who know Presley, it must be irresistible! I also enjoyed it since Michael Jackson and Celine Dion are from my generation. The dining area is on the first floor, with one drink included (cocktail show) on the second floor, and the show only is at the back of the second floor. Even with a last-minute entry, I was in the second row from the front on the second floor. If you enter early, the front row would be... I think it would be fun. Note: The air conditioning is effective, so it's better to have something to wear.
社員旅行で滞在中に参加させて頂きました。プレスリーを知ってる年代の人にはたまらないでしょう♪マイケルジャクソン、セリーヌデイオンは僕も世代なので楽しめました。食事付きは1F、1ドリンク付(カクテルショー)は2F、ショーのみは2F後方になります。時間ギリギリでの入場でも2F前から2列目でした。早く入場すれば1列目は・・・楽しいと思います。注・エアコン効いてますので羽織るものあるとベターです。
Thank you very much for your visit. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back when you visit Hawaii again.
ご来場いただきまして、誠にありがとうございます。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私どもも大変嬉しく思っております。ハワイにいらした時には、またご来場頂けます様、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | プレミア・カクテル(2階前方席) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/30 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ在住者
I understand that it's difficult for small children to sit still. Dining out can be challenging, but here, the spacious grounds with grass and sand allow the kids to run around freely for about an hour after the tour bus arrives and before the buffet starts!
Above all, you can enjoy the unique "sunset over the ocean" that the west side offers. Adults can relax with a drink in hand while soaking in the beautiful sunset, feeling like they've traveled to another island.
The show is also enjoyable, and when it gets dark during the fire dance, looking up at the sky reveals a breathtaking starry night!
Our family was very satisfied!
小さな子供がいるのでじっと座ってられないのは承知の上。外食も難しいところですが、ここなら芝生や砂など敷地が広くツアーバス到着後、ビュッフェまで1時間ほど時間があるので子供たちが思いっきり走れます!
何と言っても西側特有の「海に沈むサンセット」が楽しめます。大人もドリンク片手にキレイな夕日に浸れ他島に来た気分も味わえます。
ショーも楽しくファイヤーダンスの際に暗くなった途端、空を見上げると星空もたまらないです!
私たち家族は大満足でした!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン(サイド席) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/11/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/30 |
Reviewed by: ルビー婚夫婦
Arriving in Hawaii and immediately watching a show was a great experience. The thrill of seeing it live boosted my spirits and helped me overcome jet lag. I was also excited to shake hands with Elvis.
ハワイ到着早々のショウ鑑賞。生の醍醐味でテンションもあがり時差ぼけを解消してもらいました。エルビスとの握手も興奮しました。
Thank you very much for attending. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time with us. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back when you visit Hawaii again.
ご来場いただきまして、誠にありがとうございます。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私どもも大変嬉しく思っております。ハワイにいらした時には、またご来場頂けます様、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | ショーチケット(2階席) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/01 |
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