Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We read some comments about this luau being crowded, so we were expecting really small venue. I think the venue was good size. I guess if you are used to taking up so much space for yourself, you feel very tight, but we were very comfortable. The dancers were awesome, and foods were well prepared. We stayed in Kaanapali, so it was walking distance from our hotel. It's worth it. I'd recommend it to my friends.
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| Posted on: | 2008/06/20 |
Reviewed by: Rene
The Maui Sunset Luau at the Maui Price Makena Resort was outstanding. The food the delicious and the atmosphere most entertaining. We enjoyed it very much!
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| Posted on: | 2008/06/19 |
Reviewed by: Tim and family
I was not happy about the start and end time of the experience. The entire event was over by 8pm, and it was barely dark. The food and the drinks were as expected... good. The performers were very good, but the show lacked the level of audience involvement that I've seen at other events.
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| Posted on: | 2008/06/19 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I had more time on the boat than I expected, but it was very enjoyable. The captain informed us that there was a large turtle while we were on the boat.
船に乗っている時間が思った以上にありましたが、とても楽しかったです。
おおきな亀は船にのっていると船長さんがしらせてくださいました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/06/16 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We loved the every part of the tour. Thank you for the great time!
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/27 |
Reviewed by: Sharon Hallam
This was our, my husband and I, first visit to Maui. Never been parasailing. Did not know what to expect, but the crew of the boat were wonderful, and the experience was awesome!!!! I would recommend UFO Parasailing to anyone to was interested in doing the activity. It was wonderful!!!!!!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/26 |
Reviewed by: Susan
Our tour guide made our day at Pearl Harbor and everywhere we went. His name is ED not Mr. ED. He had so much first hand knowledge and was just so well read and history educated. He was amazing and what a memory. We could have not asked for more of a history buff.
I do have suggestions for one area that left the trip a little flat at the end. I would have liked to have spent more time at Pearl Harbor(like to do the museum) and less time stopped in downtown Honolulu. I loved the bus trip around the city with all the mastery of Ed talking to us but we just stopped to long in town. Then my one thing that left me flat. We got to the airport just in time to hear a flight called for our destination (reminding everyone that we had been us since 4:00 am) and this was NOT our flight. We had to wait another 2-1/2 hours and our flight was not on time. It was not a good end to a perfect day. I would suggest that the trip to Honolulu be cut short so that the flight could be made more
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/25 |
Reviewed by: Curran Family
This was our family's first trip to Maui and we wanted it to be special for our two teenage boys. The day we were supposed to have the lessons turned out not to have the best surfing conditions, so they called us to reschedule. We really appreciated them wanting us to have a good experience with some success. As parents, we were very pleased with the care and attention for safety and detail. The class size was pretty small (only 5 or 6) so there was plenty of opportunity for individualized questions. They explained everything thoroughly and made sure the boys understood what they were doing. They both caught several waves and it completely made the trip for them. We came back a few days later to rent gear for them to surf one more time... they remembered all of the instruction and had a blast! Wonderfully nice people - there is also a photographer that can capture the moment you ride your first wave - memories worth paying the few extra bucks for!
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/22 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Our dream of surfing in the warm Hawaiian water has finally come true! We (first timers from midwest) were able to catch some wave, and if we can, you can. The instructor (sorry, forgot his name) was excellent. He made sure that everyone is safe and having fun during the lesson, and was full of information on where to eat, play, etc. Thanks!!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/10 |
Reviewed by: Just Maui'd
Out of all the trips and activities we did on Maui, this trip was our favorite. The crew were so much fun and we saw some dolphins swimming with a whale family. We will never forget this fantastic experience!
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/04 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was my first time snorkeling. The guide made it easy and fun. I want to do it again!
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/28 |
Reviewed by: あすとろ
It was my first experience, but the Japanese staff kindly guided me, allowing me to enjoy playing in the sea without any worries. There were many fish, and I was able to see a lot of sea turtles as well. If I have the chance to go again, I would like to try it again.
初めての経験でしたが、
日本人スタッフが親切に指導してくれて
悩むことなく海で遊べました。
魚が一杯いて、ウミガメも多く見ることができました。
また、行くことがあったら再挑戦したいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/11 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We had a great time. It was a bit crowded, but the entertainment was spectacular. Mahalo!
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/05 |
Reviewed by: D. Hurd
This luau was incredible, how they are able to move this fast is amazing along with the wonderful assortment of foods & desserts!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Stuart
Saw plenty of whales with the closest ones coming within 70ft of the boat. The boat was comfortable and viewing was not a problem. The Captain's banter helped make it a very enjoyable trip.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/29 |
Reviewed by: snuba girl
MUST DO! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!! EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS TRIP EXCEEDED OUR EXPECTATION!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/28 |
Reviewed by: patriots
The tour was well organized, and the guide was very attentive and knowledgable. He answered all of our questions with ease. There is no word to describe the memorial. It was just breathtaking to see the "Black Tear" coming out from Arizona still.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/28 |
Reviewed by: Alfred
My kids could not stop screaming when they saw the impressive breaching. My 5-year-old twins fell in love with the whales. I'm so glad that we took this excursion. Thanks for the good time. Great value!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
I have actually visited the Maui Ocean Center a few times and i enjoy it everytime.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/05 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Attended with my wife on our honeymoon. No Pina Colada's or frozen drinks but i can understand that at an open bar in such a large venue. Server was very good about making sure we all had drinks though. Food was excellent. Dessert was average, but I was really full off all the good food anyway so I didn't mind. The show was very good and the highlight of the night was definitely the fire dancer. Overall a good luau, but there are better out there (although I'm sure they cost more).
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/04 |
Reviewed by: MAINLAND SURFER
THE STAFF AT MAUI KAYAKS DID AN EXCELLENT JOB. WE WERE ABLE TO SEE TONS OF TROPICAL FISH AND SEA TURTLES. WILL COME BACK TO DO THIS AGAIN.
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We sailed on the Maui Magic and the crew were really wonderful. Our daughter was a bit hesitant to try snorkling and one of our crew said just the right thing to encourage her to put her face in the water and then we had trouble getting her to come out of the water.
Later, the crew put up a slide for us to use on the last snorkle stop.
We were also incredibly fortunate to see countless hump back whales on our trip out and back, some very close to our boat. The crew were very happy to stop and let us watch them for a good deal of time. In another stroke of luck, a bottle nosed dolphin swam back and forth around the bow of our boat.
This trip was one of the highlights of our vacation and I would encourage anyone not to hesitate to book this whale watch/snorkling trip!
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/25 |
Reviewed by: sandi sagrera
Guides were good, except folks were concerned with Damien's issues (Kauai) and extra long fingernails that were disgusting
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Sunshine
Had a great time. Staff were very friendly and helpfull. It had been a large number of years since I had been on a horse, after 5 minutes I was loving it. They took care and time with those less experienced. Matched the horse to the person's ability.
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/13 |
Reviewed by: カップル雨&雲
We were a couple who reserved for January 25th, and we appreciate your hospitality. Unfortunately, due to the rain clouds, our sunset was obstructed by clouds on the mountainside, but the sky turned a beautiful orange.
Finally, we were ready to enter the world of stars—dressed in the warm down jackets provided, we sat back comfortably in our chairs, and the sky above was filled with countless stars. Our thoughts about Yamapi's star were passionately expressed, but then the rain came again. However, with the amazing telescope that perfectly focused on any star, we were able to see Subaru and the admired Andromeda.
On our way down, we stopped the car and caught glimpses of stars during breaks in the rain. Then, we headed home while listening to pleasant background music.
The mountain weather is whimsical, and while the stars were a bit disappointing, there was so much more! The hot and fluffy crispy donuts and the nostalgic taste of the Grigri ice cream were incredibly delicious, bringing back memories of Maui! I wanted to get out of the car and see the relaxed ranch.
At the shop, I sampled a lot and bought Maui-made jams and butter as souvenirs, and the recommended tea from Yamapi was also very tasty! (Next time I come, I’ll buy a lot!) The amazing bento we had in the car, with simmered dishes and tempura, was delicious too!
At the observation deck, thanks to the bad weather, we were able to see the Brocken, and the flowing clouds in the crater were like a mystical world of Dali; I could have watched it forever. Thank you for a wonderful time.
1/25の貸し切りカップルです、お世話様になりました。
あいにくの雨雲で山腹で雲に邪魔されながらのサンセットとなってしまいましたが、
空がオレンジ色に染まってとても綺麗でした。
いよいよ星の世界へーーー
用意された暖かいダウンジャケットを着て、ゆったりとイスに座り、見上げた空は満天の星
ヤマピーの星への思いは熱く語られ、、、、、
と予定ではなるはずだったのですが、またまた雨がー
でも、ヤマピーのどんな星にもピタリとピントがあうスゴイ望遠鏡で、
スバルや憧れのアンドロメダを見ることができました。
下山途中も車を止めて、雨のあい間に星を見ました。
そして心地良いバックミュージックを聴きながら帰途へ。
山の天気は気まぐれで、、、、、星はちょっと残念でしたが、それ以外が沢山!!!
熱々フワフワのクリスピード―ナッツと懐かしい味のグリグリアイスはとっても美味しくって、
マウイ思い出の味に!!!
のんびりとした牧場は車から降りて見たかった。
クラのお店でいっぱい試食してお土産に買ったマウイ産のジャムやバター、
それとヤマピーお薦めの紅茶もとっても美味しかったです!(今度来たら、いっぱい買うぞ!)
車内で食べた、煮物も天ぷらも付いてるすっごいドカ弁も美味しかった!
展望台では悪天のおかげで?ブロッケンを見ることができたし、
雲の流れるクレーターは神秘的なダリの世界で、いつまでも見ていたかったです。
素敵な時間をありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/11 |
Reviewed by: とも
I participated in this activity during my honeymoon. When I thought of Hawaii, I only considered ocean activities, but my husband, who usually doesn't express a desire to go anywhere, said he wanted to join. As a result, we decided to participate, and it turned out to be the most memorable tour among all the activities we did in Hawaii!
The emotion I felt while gazing up at countless stars, to the point where I forgot to breathe, is something I will never forget. (It was worth waiting without rushing!)
During our stay, the weather was not great with many clouds, and I almost gave up at one point, but thanks to Mr. Yamauchi, we were able to see a sky full of stars. The feeling of not giving up is truly important.
Thank you, Mr. Yamauchi, for the wonderful time.
新婚旅行で参加しました。
ハワイといえば海!と思い、海のアクティビティばかり考えていた私に
普段はあまりここに行きたいなどと言わない主人が、
「参加したい」と言ったことで参加することにしました。
結果、ハワイで参加したアクティビティの中で
一番心に残る最高のツアーとなりました!
息をするのも忘れるぐらい、
時間が止まってしまったかのような
たくさんの星を見上げたときの感動、一生忘れないです。
(フライングせずに待った甲斐がありました。(笑))
滞在した数日、雲が多く天候が良いとはいえない状態で
一度は諦めかけたのですが、
山内さんのお陰で、満天の星を見ることができました。
諦めない気持ちは、本当に大切ですね。
山内さん、素敵な時間をありがとうございました。
The star-filled night sky is something that can't be explained unless you see it. It's quite a niche star tour, so you'll have to hold back on the places you want to see, and when the moment comes, you'll give the cue, making the second half a battle with yourself—laughs.
Everyone has their own feelings and shares time together, and I believe that when it all comes together, a wonderful emotion is born. I look forward to our next reunion. Please take your time and be happy!
夜空の満天の星は見ないと説明が出来ないですよね。
かなりマニアックの☆空ツァーなので、見たいところを我慢して頂いて
ここぞ~という時に「キュー」を出すので後半は自分との戦いですものね~笑
皆それぞれの想いがあって時間を共有していて、それがひとつになったときに素晴らしい感動が生まれるのだと思っています。
またの再会を楽しみにしています。
ゆっくり幸せになってくださいね~!
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/11 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We really enjoyed this activity. The day was well organized and everything went like clock work. A worthwhile event. The folks at Hawaii Activities did an outstanding job. Thanks.
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/10 |
Reviewed by: マウイのウミガメ
I participated in a tour without pick-up on January 24 at 9 AM. We boarded a small boat and listened to explanations inside the submarine as we made our way to it. It took about 15 minutes, but the view of the island from the sea was very beautiful, and since it was January, we were able to see whales as well.
We transferred to the submarine on the water. The boarding order started with a large group, and I ended up boarding last, sitting right next to the pilot and the guide. Perhaps it was to help solo participants get to know each other?
We looked out through a round window about 40 cm in diameter and 15 cm thick, observing the underwater scenery. With beautiful bubbles, we quickly descended to the seabed, which was a blue world with few colors. We quietly moved towards a spot where many fish could be seen, changing the submarine's direction so that both the people on the right and left could see the fish well, passing through schools of fish, coral, seaweed, and sea urchins. Suddenly, a large fish appeared, and the guide's shout of "sushi fish!" made everyone burst into laughter!
I felt there were fewer fish than expected, but since it was a deep and vast underwater world, they were probably scattered around. The submarine headed towards a sunken ship, and after observing the fish living there, we returned. In the end, I was thrilled to see three rays swimming slowly. I wanted to see a sea turtle, but I was told, "They don't come to such deep places far from land." I wondered why there was a sea turtle depicted in the pamphlet.
We surfaced with bubbles and exchanged groups with the next tour participants before returning to the port.
I was able to have a valuable submarine experience, and while it wasn't 20,000 leagues under the sea, it was wonderful to see a world I couldn't dive into myself. Moreover, it was a tour where I could enjoy the foreign atmosphere with a guide who entertained everyone and fellow participants having fun. Out of 48 people, I was the only Japanese, so I was quite anxious, but there were Japanese explanation materials and audio guides available on board, so it was fine.
Above all, the staff was considerate, allowing me to have a great time. They took photos during boarding, and those who wanted could buy them for $20 when disembarking. The guide made sure to pose with me for a photo since I was participating alone! A short DVD of the submarine experience was also included, making for a wonderful keepsake. I didn't quite understand, but they were selling tickets for $25 on board that allow free rides at any Atlantis for a year.
1/24朝9時の送迎無しツアーに参加。
小型船に乗り、潜水艦内での説明などを聴きながら潜水艦の所まで、、、
15分程でしたが、海上からの島の景色がとても綺麗で、1月だったので鯨も見られました。
海上で潜水艦に乗り移ります、、、
乗る順番は大人数のグループからで最後に乗船、操縦席とガイドさんのすぐ側の席でした。
一人参加の人どうし仲よくなれるようにでしょうか?
ガラスの厚さ15cm位、直径40cm程の丸い窓から水中を見ます、、、
美しい泡とともに、もう海底30m?という位早く海底に。そこは色の少ない青い世界でした。
静かに魚の多く見られる場所へ進みます、、、
右側の人にも左側の人にも魚が良く見えるように潜水艦の向きを変えながら、
珊瑚や海草、ウニ、魚の大群が泳ぐ中を進み、、と、そこへ大きな魚が現れ、
ガイドさんの「すしフィッシュ!」の声で艦内は爆笑!
意外と魚が少ないかな?と感じましたが、深く広い海中だから、散らばっているんですよね、きっと!
潜水艦は沈没船の所へ向い、ここに住む魚を見てから戻ります、、、
最後に3匹のエイがゆっくりと泳いで行くのが見られて感激でした。
ウミガメも見たかったのですが、「こんなに陸から離れた深い場所にはいない。」そうです。
パンフレットの絵にウミガメが描いてあるのは、なぜなのか?
泡とともに浮上、、、
海上で次のツアーの人達と交代して、港に戻りました。
貴重な潜水艦体験が出来たことや、海底2万マイルとはいきませんが、
自分では潜れない世界をじかに見ることが出来てとても良かったです。
それに、皆を楽しませてくれるガイドさんと楽しんじゃう皆と外国気分も満喫したツアーでした。
48人中、日本人は私ひとりだったのでとても不安でしたが、
日本語の説明書や艦内では音声ガイドの貸し出しもあるので大丈夫。
何よりスタッフが気を使ってくれたので、楽しい時間を過ごせました。
乗船時に写真を撮ってくれて、下船時に要る人は$20で買うことができました。
一人参加の私には空かさずガイドさんが一緒に写真に入ってくれてポーズ!
潜水艦のDVD(短いですが)も付いていてとても良い記念になりました。
よく解からなかったのですが、1年間、何処のアトランティスでも無料で乗れるチケットを
艦内で$25で発売していると
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| Posted on: | 2008/02/09 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
a must if you are into fish. I expected a larger centre, but was still neat to see what aquatic life is around Maui.
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/29 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
I would not recommend driving it yourself, too much to see and the road is unbeliveable - one lane, hairpin corners, all usually on the side of a cliff!
Our driver was fairly new and forgot or didn't know alot of things we saw along the way.
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| Posted on: | 2008/01/29 |
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The Andromeda Galaxy is a large star cluster located 2.3 million light-years away, and its light was emitted long before Kauai and Maui Islands even appeared. It feels very mysterious. Please observe it as vividly as you saw in the photo book from your childhood! Now that Saturn has also risen, the excitement has doubled. I look forward to our reunion in Maui.
アンドロメダ星雲は230万光年先にある大星団でその光はまだカウアイ島もマウイ島も出現する前から放たれた光なのです。
とても神秘的なものを感じてしまいます。
子供の頃に写真集で見たあのままをリアルに観察してくださいね!
現在土星もあがって来ましたので楽しみも倍増です。
マウイでの再会楽しみにしております。