Reviewed by: Nick Pettyjohn
My wife and I had a great time. The two guides, captain and turtle-whisperer, were confident, relaxed, and funny. The pick-up location was incredibly convenient for us, near our hotel on the Waikiki beach strip. The ride to the canyon was just 15 minutes, and looking back on the city was breathtaking.
Once there, we distributed masks and floaty-belts and jumped right in! I foolishly wiped off my mask and it clouded up, but the captain was keen to fix it after I brought it to his attention. The turtle-whisperer was around to spot turtles and check in on our snorkelers, but otherwise we were allowed to roam.
There were quite a few other tour boats and snorkel groups at the site, but we were able to still find turtles and fish while staying a bit away from the groups of other snorkelers. We ended up among a school of black fish and had two turtles swim very close to us! Once while my wife and I were holding hands. A highlight of our vacation!
Don't go into this expecting a private/guided tour of the reef. Instead, it's a relaxing transportation to a great snorkel spot, with equipment included. For this price, I highly recommend it.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/25 |
Reviewed by: Fayeka Fateh
Me and my husband had a great time. The guys are very prompt with safety and are very accomodating. We saw turtles and other sea creatures too. My husband was not very confident with snorkeling but they helped him out by getting acquainted with the waters and eventually he gained confidence to snorkel and he enjoyed it a lot later on to see sea life.
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| Packages: | Premium Package: Morning Turtle Snorkel with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/28 |
Reviewed by: mimi44
I wasn't very confident in my English, so I was a bit anxious, but the staff were friendly and the tour had a small number of participants, which was great.
The dolphins were lively. There is an island in Tokyo where you can swim with dolphins, but it was also nice to see them from outside.
Honestly, snorkeling is better in Okinawa.
英語が得意ではないので、少し不安でしたが、
スタッフの方もフレンドリーで人数も少ないツアー
なのでとても良かったです。
イルカ達はイキイキしていましたね。
東京ではイルカと泳げる島があるのですが、
外からイルカを見るのもまた良かったです。
シュノーケルは正直沖縄の方がいいですね^^;
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/16 |
Reviewed by: Brian Van Wie
Diego, Trevor, and Tamae were incredible! They were fun and upbeat and super helpful. We got in the water and we say more than a half dozen different manta rays swimming around right beneath us! It was an experience we’ll never forget!
Aloha Brian! We thank you for choosing Iruka and leaving such kind feedback! We hope to see you again in the future. Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/27 |
Reviewed by: ErinQ
Staff on boat were helpful snd professional. Snorkel equipment was ok, kind of old but worked. It was nice to be able to bring our on snacks and drinks on board.
Mahalo for joining us!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise (2:30PM) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/08 |
Reviewed by: Rob
Great Morning Out, was the only package on the Island (I checked with tonnes of tour guides out there) that offered Transport to the North Shore and Time in the town up there.
100% recommend, Get out of Waikiki and see the island and some Sharks. We also saw Dolphins and Wales but didn't get a refund for that.
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| Packages: | Shark Cage Dive with Round-Trip Waikiki Transportation |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/07 |
Reviewed by: Becky Kuhn
No sunset and it sprinkled for 2 mins so the musician hardly played any songs. . Maybe two. Another passenger
Took pic of him drinking alcohol and not playing. We picked Tuesday for the MUSIC
Also, we were not made aware the food was available. My husband walked over and saw it available.
Couldn’t have been much better experience. Wouldn’t recommend.
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| Packages: | Sunset Cocktail Sail with Live Music (Tue & Thu) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/25 |
Reviewed by: カズヤス
It was a fun and valuable experience, but I can't help but think that it wasn't that rare of an experience.
The slow pace of travel and seeing sea turtles, which I feel like you can see anywhere in Hawaii, lacked impact as the main attraction.
Of course, it was enjoyable!
楽しかったし貴重な体験でしたがそれほど珍しい体験ではないかと思ってしまいます。
ゆっくり過ぎる移動である事やハワイならどこでも見れる気がするウミガメを見るのが目玉ではインパクトに欠けました。
もちろん楽しかったですが!
アロハ!
私たちとの最近の体験についてレビューしていただきありがとうございます。ご期待に沿えなかったことをお詫び申し上げます。海はしばしば予測不可能で、海中生物の目撃情報は時間によって異なります。貴重なフィードバックをいただき感謝しており、チームと共有させていただきます。マハロ!
Aloha !
Thank you for taking the time to review your recent experience with us. We're sorry to hear that it wasn't as exciting as you had hoped. The ocean is often quite unpredictable, and sightings of underwater life vary from hour to hour. We appreciate your valuable feedback and will be sure to share it with our team. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/24 |
Reviewed by: Melissa
Such an amazing morning! The crew were very friendly and knowledgable. Everything was provided and very easy, they were willing to assist and answer questions and offer advice. I have some incredible videos and memories.
We are so happy to hear you had a memorable experience! Mahalo for joining us!
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/24 |
Reviewed by: Marie Rebeterano
The instructors were extremely helpful and knowledgeable! Saw many turtles and fishes and got great pictures! The mai tais were good and all around had a first great experience! Highly recommend this for beginners!
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/22 |
Reviewed by: ジャッキーまま
The snorkeling location at Molokini was great, and I was able to see many different types of fish. The tour staff were very accommodating, and I was satisfied with the meals. There was a mistake with the parking area, and my rental car was towed, but thanks to the kindness and quick thinking of the Japanese staff member, Takako, I was able to retrieve my rental car safely. It was an expensive lesson, but it taught me the importance of asking questions on the spot. I am truly grateful to Takako for making my experience in Maui unforgettable. I believe many Japanese tourists will be visiting in the future, so I would appreciate efforts to handle any issues that may arise on-site.
モロキニでのシュノーケリングのロケーションも良くてたくさんの種類のお魚がみれました。
ツアーのスタッフの対応もとても良く、食事も満足できました。
パーキングエリアのミスがあって
レンタカーをレッカーされてしまったのですが
日本人スタッフtakakoさんの親切で機転の良い対応で
無事レンタカーを回収することができました。
高い授業料でしたが「わからないことはその場で聞く」良い勉強になりました。
マウイの最高の思い出にしてくださったtakakoさん本当に心から感謝します。
これから日本人観光客も大勢来られると思うので現地でのトラブル対応に努力いただければありがたいです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/20 |
Reviewed by: カルチョ
We visited Hawaii for our honeymoon. I wanted to see dolphins in the dream destination of Hawaii, so I joined this tour. Although it was an early start, we were lucky enough to encounter not only dolphins but also whales on this tour. I was also thrilled to see sea turtles. The staff were very kind, and there were Japanese-speaking staff members, which made me feel at ease. During snorkeling, I was able to relax and see colorful fish in the beautiful sea. The slide from the boat was also fun. On the way back, we got to see a hula dance, which became a wonderful memory. For those worried about seasickness, I recommend taking motion sickness medication in advance. If you forget, you can also purchase a motion sickness band that is said to be effective on the bus ride there.
新婚旅行で訪れたハワイ。憧れのハワイでイルカも見たいと思い、こちらのツアーに参加しました。
早起きでしたが参加したこのツアーではイルカだけでなく運良くクジラにも出会えることができました。また、ホヌも見れることができとても興奮しました。スタッフの方々もとても親切で日本語対応スタッフもいるので安心して参加できました。シュノーケルでは綺麗な海でゆったりと色鮮やかな魚たちも見ることができました。また、船からの滑り台も楽しかったです。帰りの船上ではフラダンスも見ることができ最高の思い出になりました。船酔いが心配な方はあらかじめ酔い止めを飲んでいくことをお勧めします。忘れた場合は、行きのバスの中で、
酔い止めに効くと言われる酔い止めバンドを購入することもできます。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニター/7:00出港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/27 |
Reviewed by: Big Bertha
This trip was great. Outstanding crew constantly catering to our every need and ensuring the best experience. Captain Trevor, first mate Diego and Joe and everyone else were so accommodating to all. Would love to come back and visit the mantas again!
Aloha! We are so happy to hear that you had such a fantastic time on our Manta Ray tour. We thank you for choosing Iruka and leaving such positive feedback. Come back soon! Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/21 |
Reviewed by: ゆっきー
I was moved to see whales up close! I was able to see whales not just once, but multiple times. I also encountered a pod of dolphins, which made me very satisfied. The cruising experience itself was pleasant, and it was truly a recommended tour.
クジラを近くで見ることができて感動しました!
一度だけではなく何度もクジラを見ることができました。
イルカの群れにも遭遇し、大満足です。
クルージング自体も気持ちよくて、本当におすすめのツアーでした。
どういたしまして!
Domo Arrigato!
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| Packages: | 8:00発/ワイコロア港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/27 |
Reviewed by: JOC
This was the only activity my husband requested and it did not disappoint! The rain stopped and the sun came out! Staff were attentive from the greeting to departure. Very generous drink service. The food was tasty. And the sunset. Wow! Everything was on point. Thank you for the experience.
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| Packages: | [5:30 PM] Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/19 |
Reviewed by: hq66
One of the top 5 experiences of my life! A must do on the big island. Captains Trevor and Diego were helpful. Storm was coming in so water was choppy. Climbing out of the water was the hardest part.
Aloha! We are so thrilled that you had such a great time on our Manta Ray tour! Thank you so much for choosing Iruka Hawaii Dolphin. We hope we have a chance to welcome you back on our boat soon. Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/18 |
Reviewed by: バインセオ
I chose this tour thinking that a large ship would be less rocky since I was with elderly people. It was a two-story boat, and we were able to sit at the front on the second floor. The boat's rocking was minimal.
There was a complimentary soft drink service, but it wasn't distributed to everyone; instead, those who wanted it had to go get it themselves. My family was so focused on watching the whales that we didn't take advantage of it.
We were able to see many whales, but we didn't get very close to them, which was a bit disappointing. However, I was satisfied overall. On a previous whale watching tour, the boat was smaller, and we could see the whales up close, which felt more thrilling, so I was a little let down this time, but I think it's just a matter of luck.
I heard that whales can be seen at any time of day, so I think the early morning trips are a good deal.
The parking lot had information about free parking in the tour's pre-explanation document, so we parked according to that. There are several free parking areas in Lahaina.
高齢者が一緒だったので、大型船の方が揺れが少ないと思い、このツアーを選びました。2階建ての船で、2階の前方に座ることができました。
船の揺れは少なかったです。
無料のソフトドリンクサービスがついていたのですが、全員に配られるのではなく、欲しい人が取りに行くという方法でした。鯨を見るのに夢中だった我が家は利用しませんでした。
鯨は沢山見ることができましたが、すぐ近くで、という状況にはなかなかならず、でも満足でした。以前参加したホエールウォッチングツアーの方が船が小さかったせいか、鯨もすぐ近くで見られてより迫力を感じられたので、ちょっと残念でしたが、こればかりは運だと思います。
どの時間帯でも鯨は見られるとのことなので、早朝便はお得だと思います。
駐車場は、ツアーの事前説明書に無料の駐車場の案内もあるので、そちらに従って停めました。ラハイナには無料の駐車場は何か所かあります。
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| Packages: | 早朝便 <7:30 AM> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/12 |
Reviewed by: モノ太郎
The staff included Japanese speakers, so they provided explanations not only in English but also in Japanese, which made me feel comfortable participating. I was able to see whales and pilot whales, and during snorkeling, I encountered a variety of colorful fish. I had a very enjoyable time, and it was a great experience.
日本人スタッフの方がいるので
英語だけではなく日本語での説明をしてくださり
安心して参加出来ました。
鯨やゴンドウイルカも見ることが出来たし
シュノーケリングでは色とりどりな魚に
出会えました。
とても楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来て
良い経験になりました。
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/08 |
Reviewed by: GoatFam
Loved the intimate feel of the cruise even though others are around. The captain and crew are great and it all goes to a great cause
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| Packages: | [5:30 PM] Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/17 |
Reviewed by: yaa
I experienced this with my 4-year-old and 6-year-old children. The explanations were all in English, and while the staff's responses were a bit rough at times, it was great to see the kids enjoying themselves. It seems like the facility is under renovation, so we couldn't see everything, and since there's nothing around, it was a little disappointing.
4歳と6歳の子と体験しました。
説明は全て英語、スタッフの方は少し雑な対応があったりしましたが、子供たちが喜んでいたので良かったです。
施設が改装工事中?のようで全てを見ることができず、周りにも何もないところなので少し残念。
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| Packages: | 水中でイルカと遊ぶ!ドルフィン・エンカウンター<11:00/送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/20 |
Reviewed by: K.K.M
On the day of the trip, it was sunny, but there was a bit of a strong wind, and the waves felt high. For those who get seasick, taking motion sickness medication is a must.
We departed on time from the harbor next to Prince Waikiki. Unfortunately, we didn't see any whales, but the views of Diamond Head, Waikiki Beach, and the hotels from the sea were beautiful.
The staff were cheerful young men who kindly took photos of each group during the trip. It was also great that we could choose from different time slots: 8:00, 10:30, and 13:00, allowing us to fit it into our schedule.
当日は、晴れていましたが、少し風が強く、波も高いように感じました。船酔いする方は酔い止め必須です。
プリンスワイキキの横のハーバーから、定刻通りに出航しました。残念ながらクジラには会えませんでしたが、海の上から見るダイヤモンドヘッドや、ワイキキビーチ、ホテル群の景色も良かったです。
スタッフの方々も、陽気なお兄さんたちで、合間にはグループ毎に写真を撮ってくれたりと、親切でした。
時間帯も、8時、10時30分、13時と選ぶことができて、自分たちの予定に合わせることができたのも良かったです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/25 |
Reviewed by: JLC
This was such a great adventure! The crew was super nice, friendly, knowledgeable and gave us all the important information ahead of time. I am glad we rented wetsuits (the long sleeve, short legs version - $10), because the amount of time we stay in the water and specially at sunset, made it for a very cold attraction.
Nonetheless, we saw at least 4 manta rays, they were swimming around and under us for the entire time and it was such an incredible experience!!!
When we got back to the boat, we were treated to some really yummy hot chocolate.
Tamae, one of our guides, also had some pictures and videos that she shared with us!!
Aloha! Thank you so much for joining our sunset Manta Ray tour. We are so glad you had a great time and were able to see the mantas. We hope you have a chance to come back soon for more fun. Mahalo
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/13 |
Reviewed by: Diane
Really great captain and naturalist staff. The boat ride was enjoyable and we saw several whales. The snorkeling was beautiful. They have staff on surf boards setting up a safety perimeter. We really enjoyed this trip! We would definitely book again if we return to Maui.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/08 |
Reviewed by: Kara
I would do this again, as my family had a bunch of fun and its not too sun heavy!
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| Packages: | Atlantis Maui Submarine |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/13 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Saw lots of really awesome fish below the oceans gorgeous waters!
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| Packages: | Atlantis Maui Submarine |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Saw a pod of whales with babys included! I would say the tour was a success.
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Whale Watching Cruise [6:45AM] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/27 |
Reviewed by: Ryohoo
At Dolphin Aloha, we had the incredible experience of touching dolphins for the first time, and our whole family was thrilled. It was reassuring to have Japanese staff following up with explanations.
The dolphin show and feeding the sea turtles were great, but the highlight for my 8-year-old daughter was definitely feeding the little birds! The friendly birds kept coming to eat the food, which was very exciting for her. I highly recommend this alone. Additionally, there was a play area for little kids, and they seemed to be having a lot of fun.
One point to note: The voucher listed a meeting place at Hotel B, which was a bit far from our accommodation at Hotel A. We moved to Hotel B early in the morning to wait for the shuttle bus, but when the time came, the shuttle did not appear. It turned out that Hotel A was actually the meeting place. I'm not sure if it was a mistake by VELTRA or the tour company, but because of the error on the voucher, we ended up taking a taxi from Hotel B to the location, and we were reimbursed later. However, the service was very polite, so I have no particular complaints. Even if you are staying at a fairly well-known hotel, I think it's safer to confirm the meeting place in advance if it is not your hotel.
ドルフィンアロハでは、初めてイルカに触る体験ができて、家族皆感激しました。日本人スタッフが説明をフォローしてくださったのも安心感ありました。
イルカショーやウミガメの餌やりもよかったですが、娘(8才)が1番楽しんだのは、小鳥のエサやりでした!人懐っこい小鳥がどんどんエサを食べにくるので大興奮でした。これだけでもおススメです。あと、ちびっ子用の遊具のスペースもあって、小さい子たちも楽しそうでした。
注意点をひとつ。
voucherには、自分たちが宿泊しているAホテルではない、少し離れたBホテルが集合場所として記載されていたので、朝イチバンでBホテルへ移動してシャトルバスが来るのを待っていたのですが、時間になってもシャトルバスは現れず、実はAホテルが集合場所だったそうです。VELTRAかツアー会社かわかりませんが、voucherに手違いがあったせいで、私たちはBホテルからタクシーで現地に向かうことになり、後日精算してもらいました。尚、対応はとても丁寧だったので特に不満はないです。ある程度メジャーなホテルに自分が宿泊しているにも関わらず、集合場所が自分のホテルになっていない場合は、念のため事前に確認されると安全だと思います。
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| Packages: | 【2024年12月1日~】濡れずにイルカと触れ合える!ドルフィン・アロハ<11:30/送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/23 |
Reviewed by: ErinHardgrove
Great experience and fantastic crew! Learned so much about whales, dolphins and the waters of Maui! Sound several humpback whales with their babies! Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Whale Watching Cruise [6:45AM] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Veronica
We had an amazing time. The experience was fenomenal.
My grandchildren were amazed and thrilled.
Amber was excellent, professional and very patient.
Definitely recommend this adventure
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| Packages: | 25-mins Family Swim Program (up to 6 guests) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/04/13 |
Reviewed by: Johanne
Excellent adventure, was very well organized. We enjoyed it alot and definitely recommend this excursion. The excursion was on time the staff was super friendly and informative.
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| Packages: | Evening Manta Snorkeling Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/22 |
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Mahalo for such an amazing review and sharing your photos!