All Reviews for Family & Accessible Travel

The magic shows I attended in Hawaii (30 years ago and 10 years ago) were so wonderful that I tried to find and book one, but it seems the magician from back then has retired. This time, I saw a different Japanese magician for the first time, and he was an amazing performer, just as good as the previous ones, allowing me to have a very fulfilling time. It was great to watch up close, and the entertaining talk created a fantastic atmosphere. However, I was disappointed that I couldn't figure out the right timing for when to go to the restroom or order additional drinks. Also, the introduction before the show started and the waiting time after the gathering was quite long. Furthermore, I found it inappropriate to be standing in line while being offered cocktails; it felt rather rude. If possible, drinks should be served at the venue.

これまでハワイに来た時に(30年前、10年前)観たマジックショーがあまりにもすばらしかったので、探して申込もうとしましたが、当時のマジシャンは引退されたようでした。今回初めて異なる日本人マジシャンを観ましたが、まさるとも劣らぬ素晴らしいマジシャンで、とても充実した時間を過ごせました。至近距離で観させて頂いた事、トークが面白く幻想的な雰囲気である事が良かったです。トイレに行きたい時や飲み物の追加注文等の可否のタイミングが良く分からなかったのは残念でした。又、本番が始まるまでの導入部と集合時間以降の待ち時間が長い。又立って並んで待っている時に飲み物のカクテルを飲ませるのは頂けない、寧ろ失礼かと思います。どうせなら飲み物は会場で。

The weather was nice and the sea was calm on the day of the event, so it felt really good to ascend high into the sky. The view of Waikiki Beach from the sea was also very beautiful. I felt like I got a great deal being able to see both Waikiki from the sky and the sea. Everyone who participated was friendly and we had enjoyable conversations; it was truly a wonderful experience. I would like to participate again next time I visit Hawaii.

当日は天気も良く海も穏やかだったので､空に向かって高く高く登って行く感じがとても気持ちよかったです。海のから見るワイキキビーチもとても綺麗でした。空から海から両方のワイキキが見れてお得感を感じました。一緒に参加した皆さんとも和気あいあいで楽しく会話して､ほんとに良い体験でした。ハワイに来た際は次回も参加したいと思います。

I signed up for a plan that included a buffet. The buffet was plentiful with delicious options like roast beef and fruits, and the atmosphere was wonderfully Hawaiian. There were also lovely shows featuring traditional hula and fire dancing. The music consisted of well-known songs and was performed beautifully, allowing us to enjoy ourselves throughout! I was particularly moved by "My Way." The venue is centrally located, making it very accessible, and I highly recommend it. I would love to go again when I visit Hawaii. Thank you for the wonderful memories.

ビュッフェ付きのプランで申し込みました。ビュッフェはローストビーフやフルーツなど、盛りだくさんでとても美味しく、雰囲気もハワイアンの素敵な雰囲気でした。
また、フラやファイアーダンスなど伝統を感じられる素敵なショーでした。
ミュージックもどれも有名な曲でとても上手で、始終楽しむことができました！マイウェイは特に感動しました。
会場も中心地にあり、行きやすくとてもオススメです。またハワイに行ったら行きたいと思います。素敵な思い出をありがとうございます。

I'm not sure if it was the timing, but it wasn't as shallow as it looked in the photos; however, it was a beautiful sandbar. It was the first time for my whole family to go snorkeling, but thanks to the guide's clear explanations in Japanese and their company while diving, we were able to see many turtles and fish, creating wonderful memories. I definitely want to participate again next time.

時期的に違うのかわかりませんが、写真で見ていたほどの浅瀬ではありませんでしたが、きれいなサンドバーでした。
家族全員が初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、添乗員のわかりやすい日本語の説明や一緒に潜って頂き、沢山の亀や魚を見れ最高の思い出を作れました。
また、次回も是非参加したいです。

Crew went out of their way to ensure we saw whales. They were very knowledgeable and answered questions

We would definitely do this again! We were picked up at our hotel. The tour guide showed us many places on the way, and was very knowledgeable, as well as entertaining.
When we were on the top of Haleakala, he took us all over the national park, then to a private spot to experience the sunset above the clouds.
Then he had his telescopes set up for us to view all sorts of stars, constellations and planets. He used a laser pointer to point out everything so we knew exectly what we were looking at. I was most impressed when he showed us Jupiter and Saturn - they were exquisite!

Three cheers for tour guide Yoshikazu Yamauchi - he is the best!

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Veltra Sandbar Ocean Sports and I must say it exceeded my expectations. From the moment I engaged with the staff, I was impressed by their friendliness and the professionalism. Their team not only delivered on its promises but also provided a seamless and user-friendly seevices.

The customer support was exceptional, demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction. Any queries I had were promptly addressed.

My overall experience was nothing short of fantastic.

Thank you

My husband and I, along with our daughter and her husband and our grandchild, participated. At first, we couldn't see any whales, but later on, we were able to see whales, and there were also many dolphins swimming around. We all had a wonderful time together as a family. We would definitely like to participate again. There were restrooms on the boat, and we could also enjoy some beer. The travel time was short, and we had a very enjoyable experience. Thank you.

私たち夫婦、娘夫婦と孫で参加させて頂きました。
最初のうちは、なかなかクジラを見れなかったのですが、後半クジラも見れて、イルカもたくさん泳いでました。
家族皆んなで楽しい時間を過ごしました。
また是非、参加したいです。
船の中にはトイレもありますし、ビールも飲めました。
移動時間も短いし、とても楽しい時間を過ごしました。
ありがとうございます。

We had 6 adults and 2 toddlers, this was the perfect activity for all of us to do. Short enough, interesting and interactive.

The reservation was canceled due to strong winds on the day of the activity. Being over 60 years old, I was quite sensitive to the weather and felt there were risks involved. If I could get a refund, I would have preferred to cancel, but since I came to Hawaii, I reconsidered and decided to rebook for the next day. Honestly, I was quite scared until the last minute, but the handsome local staff created a friendly atmosphere and guided us, allowing me to have a very safe, enjoyable, and thrilling experience. It was an activity that made me want to do it again if I had the chance.

予約した当日は突風のために中止に。60歳過ぎの老人という事もあり、気候にデリケートでリスクをはらみそうで、返金されるならいっその事キャンセルしても良かったのですが、ハワイに来たからには、らしいアクティビティをと思い直し、やむなく翌日に再予約。直前までは正直怖怖でしたが、イケメンの現地スタッフの方々が和気あいあいとしたムードで手解きしてくれましたので大変安全に楽しくスリルある体験をさせて頂きました。余裕があればリピしたいと思わせしめるアクティビティでした。

In the past, I had made reservations twice in Hawaii Kai, Honolulu, but both times I had to cancel due to weather conditions, which made me anxious. However, this time the weather was favorable, and I was finally able to experience the thrilling ride I had longed for.

After setting sail, we were rocked by the waves during the transfer to the experience location, and some people felt seasick. I felt a bit anxious when I heard screams during takeoff, but I felt reassured after hearing about the experience during the flight and the feedback after returning to the boat.

When it was our turn, we were fully prepared and were able to enjoy ourselves to the fullest. During the flight, we were able to take photos (no videos), which became a wonderful keepsake. Thank you!

過去にハワイカイ、ホノルルで過去2回予約するも、どちらも天候等でやむなくキャンセルとなり不安でしたが、今回は天候にも恵まれ、念願イリングイリングを体験できました。
出航後、体験場所への移動中は波に揺られ、船酔いする方もおられましたが、最初の方が離陸？する際の悲鳴に少し不安な気持ちを持ちましたが、フライト中の様子や帰船後に感想を聞いたりして安心しました。
自分達の順になり、準備万端で思い切り楽しむことが出来ました。
フライト中には写真（動画はなし）撮影もしていただき、良い記念となりありがとうございました。

The mountain side was cloudy, and I was worried about the weather, but it was great that the sea was sunny. The meeting place was at a building with a sign for "Ocean Voyage." We handed our tickets to the staff to check in, took a commemorative photo, and then boarded the bus. The photo was taken by a staff member, and after the tour, the photos were presented, and if you liked one, you could purchase it. Therefore, you cannot refuse the photo session, or you won't be able to board the bus.

In addition to the bus driver, a guide explains in English with jokes and music. We took a ferry across Morii Pond and boarded a catamaran to cruise Kaneohe Bay. Once we got offshore, the waves became larger, and the boat rocked up and down. Depending on the situation, the front of the boat can get splashed by waves, so caution is needed, but it was fun. When we stopped the boat's engine on the way back, sea turtles came close. I was lucky to encounter large turtles four times.

山側は曇っていて天候が心配でしたが、海は晴れて良かったです。
集合場所は「Ocean Voyage」の看板がある建物で行われ、スタッフにチケットを渡して受付を済ませ、記念撮影をしてからバスに乗ります。記念撮影は撮影スタッフが行い、ツアー終了後に写真が提示され、気に入ったら購入するシステムです。そのため、撮影を拒む事はできず、バスに乗れません。
バスの運転手の他にガイドがジョークと音楽を交えて英語で説明します。
モリイ池を渡る渡し船とカネオヘ湾をクルーズする双胴船に乗ります。
沖合に出ると波が大きくなり、船は上下に揺れます。船の前は場合によっては波をかぶって濡れるので注意が必要ですが、楽しいです。
帰りに船のエンジンを止めるとウミガメが寄ってきます。
私は4回も大きなカメに遭遇できてラッキーでした。

Our entire family had an absolute blast, especially our (5) year old daughter. Pat our tour guide and everyone else that assisted along the way were exceptional, fun and made our experience so fun. Would highly recommend and hope to be back soon again.

Bus driver / guide was awesome. Very professional and cordial. Would do this again

We experienced this with four friends. Our friends sat in the front row next to the pilot, while my husband and I were in the back right side. Shortly after takeoff, we headed north from above the coastline of Waikoloa towards the Kohala Mountains. We were amazed by the beauty of Waikoloa where we were staying, and the view of Maui from the sea was also deeply moving. It was all of our first time on a helicopter, and I thought the fear would be overwhelming, but as we ascended along the mountain slopes, we were able to enjoy it with a moderate sense of tension. The beauty of Waipi'o Valley was stunning, and I wanted to land and explore, but since it was a short course this time, we just circled without landing. (Next time, I would like to have lunch there.) Lastly, the staff were kind, friendly, and we had a great time. (One of the female staff members looked just like my mother when she was younger, which made me laugh.)

友人夫婦４人で体験いたしました。
友人夫婦がパイロットさんの隣の前列、私たち夫婦は後ろの右側でした。
離陸直後、西側の海岸線のワイコロアの上空から、北上しコハラ山脈に向かいました。
宿泊しているワイコロアの綺麗さに驚き、また、海から眺めるマウイ島も
感慨ぶかいものがありました。
４人ともヘリに乗るのは初めてで、怖さが勝るかと思いましたが、山の傾斜に
沿って高度を上げていったので、適度な緊張感で楽しむ事が出来ました。
ワイピオの谷あいも美しく、着陸して楽しみたかったですが、今回は短時間のコースでしたので、着陸せずに周遊するだけでした。
（次回は、ランチでもしたいです。）
最後にスタッフの方々も優しく、親切で楽しい時間が過ごせました。
（スタッフの女性が若かりし頃の母親そっくりで、笑ってしまいました。）

Natsue and Emi, the Japanese staff, were kind and provided various explanations, which made me feel at ease. The lockers are secure, so there's no need to worry, and they also shared how to enjoy Kailua, allowing me to fully enjoy both the beach and the town within the time I had.

The weather was great, which was lucky, and Kailua is not too crowded, making it comfortable to spend time there. The ocean is beautiful, and the town is cute.

The sea was murky from the rain the day before, so I couldn't see many fish or sea turtles. I felt envious of Natsue, who lives there. If I go to Hawaii again, I want to swim in the beautiful waters of Kailua.

日本人スタッフのなつえさんとえみさんが親切に対応して色々と説明してくださって安心でした、ロッカーには鍵もかかるから心配いらないし、カイルアの楽しみ方も教えてくださったので時間内で海も街も堪能して楽しめました。
お天気もとても良くラッキーだったしカイルアは人が多すぎないから過ごしやすい。海も綺麗で街もかわいい。
海は前日の雨で濁っていてあまりお魚や海亀は見れなかったけど。在住のなつえさんが羨ましいと思いました。
またハワイに行くならきれいなカイルアの海で泳ぎたいです。

It was our first activity in Honolulu. It is located in the mall area, so very easy to get to for most people staying in Waikiki. There are a lot of people, so there is a long line to get the food. But it was well organized and there is enough food provided. The food quality is ok. But the activities (learning the dance) at the buffet were fun.

The show was decent. I like that it was a mix of traditional and modern styles. If you are looking for only a traditional Hawaii type of show, it might not be good for you. But to us, it was a lot of fun to watch.

Overall it was a good experience for our first stop.

The UTV Jurassic adventure was one of the most unique, fun things we’ve ever done. It’s a must do if in Hawaii, don’t let rain deter you, it makes it so much better

I am very satisfied!! It was so much fun that I would like to try ziplining at another location if there is one.

First, it was mentioned that only English-speaking staff would be present, but there was a Japanese staff member at the information desk! After arriving at the site by shuttle bus, they gathered only the Japanese participants and provided an explanation of the facilities (restrooms, lockers, etc.) and handed out the tickets.

There was a waiting area before the zipline check-in, but if you speak up before the time, you will be instructed to sign a consent form (available in Japanese) before waiting. When the time comes, a guide will arrive. The driver provided an explanation about the zipline in English, but it was too fast for me to catch everything. It seems they were explaining various things while we were on the way to the base camp. The scenery alone was enjoyable enough.

After arriving at the base camp, the accompanying staff asked if we were Japanese, and upon answering, they showed us a guidance video in Japanese, so there was no lack of information regarding precautions and how to use the zipline. There were 10 participants (only two of us were Japanese) and 5 staff members. Everyone seemed to understand a little Japanese, so we were able to have enjoyable conversations.

The lockers are free and use a four-digit code. You can bring your mobile phone at your own risk. There were also people with GoPros. There are restrooms available, and you can get water.

After walking up a considerable incline for about 5 minutes from the base camp, you reach the first zipline. For the second and third ziplines, you walk about 20 meters. After finishing the third zipline, there is a water station. The fourth and fifth ziplines require about a 3-minute walk and there is a suspension bridge. I found the suspension bridge scary.

大満足です!!とっても楽しかったので、別の場所でもジップラインがあったらチャレンジしてみたいなと思います。

まず英語スタッフだけと記載がありましたが、インフォメーションに日本人スタッフの方がいらっしゃいました！送迎バスで現地到着後、日本人だけ集めていただき、施設の説明(トイレ、ロッカー等)とチケットの受け渡しをしてくださいました。

ジップラインの受付前には待機場所がありましたが、時間前に声をかけると同意書(日本語あり)にサインをしてから待機するよう指示があります。時間になると迎えがきます。ここで運転手さんから英語でジップラインについて説明があったのですが早くて聞き取れませんでした。車でベースキャンプに向かっている最中も色々なことを説明してくれていたようです。景色だけでも充分たのしめました。

ベースキャンプに到着後、同行するスタッフさんから日本人か聞かれ答えると日本語の案内動画を見せていただいたので注意事項やジップラインのやり方については不足はなかったです。
参加者は10人(日本人は自分たち2人のみ)スタッフは5人。みなさん少しずつ日本語が分かるようで楽しく会話できました。

ロッカーは無料で4桁の番号式です。
携帯は自己責任で持ち込み可能でした。ゴープロを持ち込んでる方もいらっしゃいました。
トイレもあるし、お水もいただけます。

ベースキャンプから結構な上り坂を5分進むと1本目のジップラインがあります。2本目～3本目も20mほど歩きます。3本目が終わると給水ポイントがあります。4本目～5本目が3分ほど歩くのと吊り橋がありました。私は吊り橋が恐かったです。

Superbe journée. Accompagnée de Poe une super guide francophone.
On a adoré les spectacles dans chaque îlr.
Le souper Hawaïen excellent

The water was up to my chest, so it didn't really feel like a sandbar, but I had checked the tide schedule beforehand and knew it wouldn't recede much during the day, so I accepted it. I enjoyed kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, and all the staff were fun and friendly, which made for a great experience. The music on the boat was also nice. I would love to see a real sandbar, which you can only see a few times a year.

胸あたりまで海水があったのでサンドバーって感じはしなかったですが事前に潮の満ち引きを調べてみたら昼間はそんなに引かないのがわかっていたのでまあ仕方ないという感じでした。
カヤックやサップが楽しめてスタッフさんがみんな楽しくいい方達だったので楽しく参加できました。船の中の音楽も良かったです。
年に何度しか見れない本物のサンドバーをみてみたいです。

The shuttle bus from the airport to the hotel stopped in front of the escalator at Hokulani Waikiki, which made me happy.

空港からホテルまでのシャトルバスだが、ホクラニ　ワイキキのエスカレーター前に止まってくれて、嬉しかった。

It was a great days long adventures around the island. I would highly recommend it!

Headphones and MP3 pre-download are essential! Since I stayed at Hilton Hawaiian Village, it was great that the meeting place was nearby. It was a valuable experience to go underwater in a submarine.

イヤフォンとmp3の事前ダウンロード必須！
Hilton Hawaiian village宿泊だったので、待ち合わせ場所が近くて良かったです。
潜水艦で海の中へ入る貴重な経験でした

We traveled to Hawaii for our honeymoon. We wanted to see a show that was quintessentially Hawaiian, so we made a reservation on our last day in Hawaii (we were able to book even two days before the event!). On the day of the show, we checked in at the Royal Hawaiian Center Theater, and all the staff were very kind. Their hospitality was outstanding.

At the dining area, someone with a ukulele went around to various tables singing birthday songs and Christmas songs. The buffet had a wide variety of delicious food. After finishing our meal, we moved to the show venue, which had a movie theater-like setup. The show was surprisingly long and absolutely amazing. There were hula dances and famous Hawaiian singers performing Hawaiian songs, and I was so moved by one song that I ended up in tears (laughs).

Then came the fire dance, which was the highlight I was most looking forward to, and it was fantastic—everyone in the venue was excited. If you're unsure, I highly recommend participating if you want to experience something truly Hawaiian. It's worth the price.

夫婦でハネムーンの為ハワイ旅行をしました。
ハワイらしいショーを見たいと行こうとゆうことでハワイ最終日に予約をしました。(参加日二日前でも予約できました！)当日はロイヤルハワイアンセンターシアター前で受付をし、スタッフさんは皆さん優しい。ホスピタリティ精神全開でした。食事するところではまずウクレレを持った方が色々な卓に回って誕生日の歌やクリスマスソングを歌って披露してくれました。ビュッフェもたくさん種類があって美味しかったです。ご飯食べ終わったらしょーの会場に移動。映画館見たいなスタイル。ショーは意外に長くとにかく最高でした。フラダンスやハワイで有名な歌姫などがハワイソングを歌ってくれたりして私は一つの曲で感極まって涙してしまいました
（笑）そこから一番楽しみにしていたファイヤーダンスもハワイらしく最高で会場みんな盛り上がっておりました。とにかく迷っている方は、ハワイらしいことを体験したい方はぜひ参加してみてください。値段の価値あります。おすすめです。

I wasn't confident about booking a taxi, so I reserved this bus instead. However, due to the high number of reservations during the Honolulu Marathon period, I ended up waiting nearly an hour at the pickup point, and ultimately arrived at the hotel three hours after landing. I was tired of waiting and felt it was a waste of time. I also used the hotel-to-airport bus on the return trip, and as expected, it was late. When I asked locals, they said that a taxi is cheaper and faster. I'll do that next time.

タクシー予約に自信がなかったのでこのバスを予約した。しかし、ホノルルマラソン時期で予約者が多かったせいか乗り場で1時間近く待たされ、結局ホテル到着は着陸から3時間後。待つのに疲れたし、時間がもったいない。帰路のホテル→空港バスも利用したが、案の定遅刻。現地の人に聞くと、タクシーの方が安くて早いと言われた。次からはそうする。

The pickup time at the hotel was 10 minutes late. It might be normal in Hawaii, but I couldn't help but feel anxious about possibly missing my return flight. I'm glad I made it in time. The color of the bus was different from the photos; it was a dark green. There were also foreigners returning to their home countries on board. Since they drop passengers off by airline, it's necessary to inform them of your airline before getting on.

ホテルへのお迎え時間に10分遅れてきた。ハワイだと当然かもしれないが、帰りの飛行機に間に合わないかもという不安もよぎった。間に合ってよかった。写真と実際のバスの色は異なり、濃い緑だった。各国に帰る外国人も同乗する。航空会社別に下ろすので、乗る前に航空会社を伝えることが必要。

Amazing experience this is the best way to get into the vally and hear the story's from your guide I came back to the island to do just this and it did not disappoint.

Awesome trip down into the valley with incredible photo opportunities. Forest did an excellent job telling us the history and plant life even got to eat fresh passion fruit from a very nice local.

The delicious buffet allowed us to eat until we were full, and it was fun to see hula dancing nearby. Also, since we were seated with other Japanese guests, we could enjoy our meal with peace of mind.

The show after dinner was at the back, but the seating was arranged so that it was easy to see from any seat. The content of the show was also very good.

During this trip, we packed in various tours, so if it weren't for the special offer of a free second ticket for posting our experience, we might have given up on participating due to the regular price. I'm glad we didn't give up and were able to join!

美味しいビュッフェもお腹いっぱいに食べられ、近くでフラも見れて楽しかったです。また、席は日本人で固めてくれていたのか、安心して食事する事ができました。
食事後のショーは、後ろの方でしたが、どの席でも、見やすい座席となっていました。ショーの内容もとてもよかったです。
今回の旅では、他にも色んなツアーを詰め込んでいたため、通常の料金だと、参加は諦めていたかもしれませんが、体験談の投稿で、2人目無料とのことで、今回諦めずに参加するとができました！