Reviewed by: Matt
Upon arrival we were greeted with the lei. It was a great way to kick off our vacation. My wife was very surprised and I would use the service again.
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/02 |
Reviewed by: やすさん
It was a wonderful experience. The sunset I saw for the first time during this stay was from Paradise Cove. I was so moved that I was at a loss for words. The hula and luau show were exciting, and the dinner buffet was delicious. There seemed to be fewer Japanese tourists, possibly concentrated in the Waikiki area, which added to the enjoyment of the overseas travel atmosphere. I'm glad I participated! (*´꒳`*)
素晴らしい体験でした。
今回の滞在で初めて見たサンセットが
パラダイスコーブからの眺めでした。
あまりに感激し言葉が出ませんでした。
フラやルアウショーは盛り上がり、ビュッフェでのディナーも美味しかったです。
日本人観光客はワイキキ方面に集中しているのか少ない印象でした。またそれが海外旅行気分を満喫させてくれるものになりました。
参加して良かったです(*´꒳`*)
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| Packages: | 基本プラン(サイド席) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/17 |
Reviewed by: John Masselli
I was able to organize, finalize & make changes for a group of 35 people along the way through Veltra, doing so from some 5,000 miles away from the venue! The Veltra process, from beginning to end went so smoothly & without problem that I had to pinch myself several times during it, just to make sure that it wasn't a dream! ANYONE wishing to make plans for a special & successful event shouldn't think twice about the success that will come in using Veltra!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/19 |
Reviewed by: J.O
My wife, her aunt, and I participated in this activity together. My wife's aunt is 75 years old and it was her first time snorkeling. The large boat was sleek and white, but we were the only Japanese among the staff and other guests, which made us a bit anxious... Although we couldn't communicate well, the staff was kind. My wife's aunt was able to safely experience snorkeling and saw yellow and blue fish. Unfortunately, it was cloudy and a bit windy, causing the boat to sway, and both my wife and her aunt got seasick before lunch, so they couldn't enjoy the delicious hamburgers. We didn't encounter a pod of dolphins, but on the way back to the port, four dolphins appeared at the stern of the boat, which made my wife's aunt very happy.
私達夫婦と妻の叔母の3人で参加しました。叔母は75歳でシュノーケリングは初めてす。真っ白でカッコイイ大型ボートでしたが、スタッフやお客さんの中で日本人は私達だけで不安・・・会話は通じなかったがスタッフは親切でした。叔母さんも無事シュノーケリングを体験し黄色や青い魚を見ました。残念ながら曇りと少し風がありボートが揺れて、昼食前に妻と叔母は船酔いで、美味しいハンバーガーを食べられませんでした。イルカの群れには遭遇できなかったが、帰港途中で船尾に4頭のイルカが現れ、叔母に喜んでもらえました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Kevin
Leo was awesome. If there is a possible stop before dole plantation would be nice toward end of day need to not drive so much. But still great time glad we did it.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/19 |
Reviewed by: james
Excellent. The food was wonderful and the hosts were very friendly. The show was good, but the male performers were average. I certainly recommend it though.
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| Packages: | Smith's Luau & Fern Grotto River Boat Tour Combo |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/08 |
Reviewed by: PATravelGal
The landscaped grounds were beautiful. The host was perfect and gracious! Loved the show, which was after the dinner and even the show during the dinner. Only disappointment was the dinner. Would have thought for the price that we had something other than instant mashed potatoes, mac & cheese, rice w/seafood, and a chicken wing (other than the pulled pork). Mai Tai's were quite watered down, which was a disappointment. Not that I would want more than 2 - maybe 3 small drinks but it would have been nice to taste it somewhat.
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| Packages: | Tropical Paradise Garden Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/31 |
Reviewed by: HONU
The Japanese staff provided a fun and entertaining helicopter cruise tour. We went with the intention of seeing Kilauea Volcano, but we were told that Waipi'o Valley is the number one spot. When we flew through the valley, we saw a rainbow from the waterfall, and I found myself moved to tears.
Since it's a place you can only reach by helicopter, it's definitely not overpriced. The grandeur of nature makes your worries seem insignificant. I can definitely recommend this experience. You can also purchase a DVD with footage of our flight route, the inside of the helicopter, the commentary, and background music (it was around $45). I will definitely ride again next time.
日本語スタッフさんがおもしろおかしくヘリクルーズツアーをしてくれました。
キラウエア火山目当てでいきましたが、ワイピオ渓谷がNo1と伝えられ、いざ渓谷のはざまをヘリで飛び、滝からの虹も見れ、気づいたら感動で泣いてしまったくらいです。
ヘリでしか行けない場所なので、決して高くない。そして、悩んでることとかがちっぽけだと大自然の迫力にやられます。確実におすすめできます。
自分達が飛んだルートやヘリ内の様子、トークやBGMが詰まった世界で1枚のDVDデータも購入できます。($45くらいだったかな)次回もまた絶対乗ります。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/15 |
Reviewed by: Russ Matthews
We have been to this Luau twice before and had a great meal and the show was fantastic both times. On this visit, the show was great, however, the pork was extremely salty and none of us ate the pork. That was not a good thing since the pig is a big part of the Luau.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/11 |
Reviewed by: Marie 'n' Tom
We payed for the VIP package, and we're really glad we did. Ringside seats made the show amazing, but it wouldn't have been worth it from the nosebleeds. The food was great, with a broad selection anx generous portions. Whilst table service was provided by a delightful and industrious server, the buffet/bar were so easy access that it probably wasn't nescessary. A great show worth a watch.
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| Packages: | Premium Package - Alii Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/13 |
Reviewed by: Leah
I participated with my elderly mother. Our guide, Miho, was very attentive and taught us many things. Thanks to her insights about not only Hawaiian culture and history but also the flowers and trees in the courtyard, I feel like we enjoyed our trip many times more! It was my mother's first experience with hula dancing, and the teacher was wonderful and friendly, which made my mother very happy.
年老いた母と二人で参加しました。ガイドのミホさんはとても丁寧に色々な事を教えてくださいました。ハワイの文化や歴史以外にも中庭の花や木など教えて頂いたおかげで旅行が何倍も楽しめた気がします!母にとって初めてのフラダンス体験でしたが、先生も素敵で気さくな方で母も喜んでいました。
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| Packages: | フラレッスン(初心者/2019年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/09 |
Reviewed by: ゆいな
The Rock-a-Hula Show was fun!! I thought it would just be an impersonation, but the quality was very high and I was satisfied. The food was described as delicious, so I had high expectations, but it felt like what you might find on a typical tour. It might be nice to have partitioned plates. The hula was just okay.
ロックアフラショーは、楽しかったです!!
ただのモノマネかと思っていましたが、とてもクオリティも高く満足でした。
ごはんは、美味しいと書いてあったので期待しすぎてしまいましたがツアーによくありそうな感じでした。仕切りのお皿があるといいかもしれないです。
フラは、普通かなー。
Thank you very much for your visit. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you again when you come to Hawaii.
ご来場、誠にありがとうございます。また、ハワイにお越しの際には、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: | ビュッフェディナー(2階席) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/11 |
Reviewed by: yoshi
This is my third time in Hawaii, and I attended the show on the last night. This was my first time seeing the show, and the impersonator of Celine Dion had a wonderful singing voice. In particular, the segment about Elvis reminded me of watching the live broadcast in Honolulu on TV when I was in middle school, and it was very moving. This show is not just an impersonator show; it can be enjoyed as an entertainment show, and I believe it is worth attending at least once.
ハワイは3回目ですが,最後の日の夜に参加しました。
このショーは初めてですが,
セリーヌ・ディオンのそっくりさんの歌声は大変よかったです。
特にエルビスについては,過去のホノルルでの生中継を中学生
の時にテレビで見た記憶が思い出され,大変感動しました。
今回のショーは,単なるそっくりさんのショーでは無く,エン
ターテイメントのショーとして楽しめるものであり,一度は参
加する価値はあると思います。
Thank you very much for visiting us. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time here. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you again when you come to Hawaii.
この度は、ご来場頂きまして、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。また、ハワイにお越しの際には、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: | 2016/09/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Samantha Brown
Everything was great from the bus ride to and from Paradise Cove down to the food and entertainment. I would definitely recommend this event. Bus Guide Cousin Sexy was the best
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/09 |
Reviewed by: Gudny
It was planned as a surprise for my mother and my it was a succsess!!!! The person, Alfred, who greeted us was really heartwarming and helpful. I am so grateful for having decided to do this and for having met Alfred. Many thanks and hugs and kisses to Alfred
Aloha Gudny! I have just passed your message to Alfred and he wanted me to let you both know that you are very welcome!!! He had a lovely time greeting the both of you! Mahalo for you lovely message and I hope the both of you made several precious memories on our beautiful island!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Fragrant Tuberose & Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/08 |
Reviewed by: Nunia T.
My friends and I loved this Luau! We were captured by the beautiful scenery of the sunset, tropical trees, and beach view this luau offered all in one specific location. We had the Orchid package, seated right in front of the stairs stage that extends its way down the isle. The hospitality at this luau was beyond our expectations. We were genuinely greeted with Aloha by every cousin and aunties we seen there. Paradise Cove is definitely one of the beautiful Luau's here in Oahu that you will definitely feel like you're getting an authentic worth for the Luau.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Suzi
First time at a Luau and it was very well run. Wish we could do this again! Recommend Old Lahaina Luau. Very nice time!
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/27 |
Reviewed by: The Leiths
We would like to thank the staff of veltra for their outstanding services with helping making our dream vacation a reality, we really enjoyed the whole adventure - it took us awhile to choose which to do but I am so glad we picked this one - the staff at each event were very knowledgeable.
Thanks Again
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| Packages: | Standard Package without Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/24 |
Reviewed by: The Leiths
We would like to thank the staff of veltra for their outstanding services with helping making our dream vacation a reality, we really enjoyed the Luau - the staff from the beginning of the luau were perfect, dinner was delicious, show was very enjoyable! Games and events were fun!
Thanks Again
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/25 |
Reviewed by: The Leiths
We would like to thank the staff of veltra for their outstanding services with helping making our dream vacation a reality, we really enjoyed the Dinner Cruise - the staff on the boat were perfect, dinner was delicious, show was very enjoyable!
Thanks Again
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/23 |
Reviewed by: TraveLpro
This activity works for the whole family. The river is lovely and passengers get a bit of entertainment and a bit of history.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Rachel
It was so amazing to have the fresh orchid lei greeting when we got off the airplane for our honeymoon in Hawaii. They were beautiful and so fresh. It was a great way to kick off our Hawaiian adventure!
Aloha Rachel! Thank you for your wonderful review! Our greeter was ecstatic to have learned of this positive review, and we hope that your vacation was as great as you envisioned. Mahalo Nui Loa! -- Jesse I. --
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Kansas620
The staff and Captain were very nice. The musicians were outstanding! Loved the walk back to the boat, down the path through rain forest. A little disappointed in the viewing distance from the Fern Grotto. It was explained that in 2006, the area received torrential rainfall and suffered a mudslide. Since that time they had to built back the tour area, which means a viewing stage/deck, quite a ways away from the Fern Grotto itself. You can no longer go to the mouth of the cave, and pictures did not turn out well.
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| Packages: | River Cruise Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/02 |
Reviewed by: Adriana
The show was funny and entertaining. The pre-games were fun. We even got a special dance since it was our honeymoon.. 2nd day. The drinks could have been better..the bartender was a bit sloppy..just stick to the mai tais
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| Packages: | Paradise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Adriana
The show was great!!! Michael Jackson..was on point... I would definitely recommend this show and watch it again.
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| Packages: | Lanai Buffet Dinner & Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/04 |
Reviewed by: Aileen
Kona Lei welcoming,
Thank you for the warm welcoming we received! Great welcoming!! She helped us to where to find the baggage claim and where to go for the car rental pickup. Very friendly and helpful. Asked if we needed anything else she could do.
Thank you for the warm welcome!!!!
Aileen
Aloha Aileen! This is superb! We are glad that our greeter gave you the best service that she could! We take pride in welcoming all of our guests, and we will definitely have this message sent to her. We hope your vacation was a great one! Mahalo Nui Loa! -- Jesse I. --
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/03 |
Reviewed by: Debbie
We had a wonderful time. We took the shuttle and it was great to be picked up and dropped off. We sat back and enjoyed the evening.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/01 |
Reviewed by: marie
Second time to paradise cove first time took family and second time just husband and I. Is a beautiful venue, show is amazing! Found great hand made keep sake to send home. Definitely recommend whether you have been to a luau before or not.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/23 |
Reviewed by: Golfgirl
I wanted to visit Haleakalā and Iao Valley, so I decided on this tour after comparing the cost-performance with other companies. One reason I chose this tour is that, unlike many tours where you view Iao Valley from the bus without getting off, this one allows you to get out and see it up close.
The driver was full of humor and provided clear explanations, and I was satisfied with the tour overall. However, I would like to mention three points for your reference:
1. At the summit of Haleakalā, the time was limited to 30 minutes, and the round trip from the parking lot to the rocky area was quite rushed, leaving no time to soak in the spiritual atmosphere.
2. The view of the waterfall flowing from the mountain in photos of Iao Valley was different from what I experienced. It seems to depend on the season, but at the end of August, I couldn't see the waterfall. However, it was pleasant to walk through the valley with flowing clear water and the refreshing negative ions.
3. The Italian restaurant where we had lunch was really delicious! Additionally, the surrounding shops were fun to explore for local clothing and accessories. There are also a grocery store and a popular local bakery, so I recommend finishing lunch early to allow time for shopping.
ハレアカラ、イアオ渓谷は行ってみたいポイントだったので、他社とコスパ比較した上で当ツアーに決めました。イアオ渓谷は、バスから降りずに車窓越しに見るツアーが多い中で、こちらは降りて見る事が出来るのも選んだもう一つの理由です。
ドライバーもユーモアたっぷりでわかりやすく説明してくれましたし、ツアー自体は満足していますが、3点ほどご紹介したい点があったので参照ください。
1.ハレアカラ頂上付近では30分と限られた時間で、駐車場から岩場を登り頂上までの往復はかなり慌ただしくスピリチャアルな余韻に浸る間もありませんでした。
2.イアオ渓谷は、写真で見る山から滝が流れている光景とは異なりました。時期によるそうですが、8末時期は滝は見れませんでした。流れる清水を見れるし、マイナスイオン漂う渓谷中を散歩するのは心地よかったです。
3.ランチを頂いたイタリアンレストランはすごく美味しかったです!加え周りのショップはローカルの洋服、アクセサリー等見るのに楽しかったです。グロッサリーストアや地元て人気のベーカリーショップがあるので早めにランチを切り上げ、お買い物時間にあてるのをおすすめします。
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/29 |
Reviewed by: judy
Would recommend this for everyone. It was something to see. and remember.
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| Packages: | Passport to Pearl Harbor |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/18 |
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Aloha Matt! Thank you for that wonderful review! We take pride in our services to make sure every guest is shown our genuine Hawaiian hospitality. We hope you enjoyed your visit, and we look forward to having the opportunity again to serve you in the future.
Mahalo Nui Loa! -- Jesse I.