Reviewed by: wataru
It was a bit windy on the day, but the atmosphere was quite nice, and we enjoyed it for about two hours. However, the food was just a light snack. My parents in their 70s also found it amusing.
当日は少々風が強かったのですが、かなり雰囲気がよく約2時間満喫しました。ただ、食事等はほんのつまみ程度です。
70代の親も面白がっていました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/11 |
Reviewed by: きょうこ
The sunset sailing on Friday was fully booked, so I participated in the afternoon sailing instead. We were the only Japanese people there, but the captain spoke Japanese well, so there were no issues at all. While luxury cruise ships are nice, feeling the waves and wind directly on a yacht is the best! I absolutely recommend it!
金曜日のサンセットセーリングが満席だったので、アフタヌーン セーリングに参加しました。
日本人は私たちだけでしたが、キャプテンが日本語が上手で、全然問題ありませんでした。豪華客船もいいけどヨットで波と風を直接に感じれて最高!絶対おすすめ!
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/08 |
Reviewed by: Brandy
My husband and I went fishing one night in Oahu. It was not quite what we expected. The whole boat caught maybe 5 fish around 6 inches long. The bbq dinner was some chili out of a can on some rice with a hot dog minus the bun. There were no drinks, the captain and the crew member had soda, but none for the rest of us. We did see a beautiful sunset, and it did get us onto the water. I don't think we would do it again.
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| Posted on: | 2008/05/01 |
Reviewed by: April
The parasailing was a lot of fun. You go up and you sit in the sky for about eight minutes. The views are amazing, but your time seems a little short. It's very relaxing though, and the staff was definatly having fun with their job. The only thing that was a little surprising was the fact that they advertised literally exactly how much they were expecting to be tipped. At least $20. Other then that it was alot of fun.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/22 |
Reviewed by: vogels colorado
we absolutely had a great time on the cruise we saw whale activity just as promised. The only two things that I would suggest in the future is that you may want to utilize more of the boats space with the activities you provided, people were too crowded. the buffet needed to be held open longer and have food available in supple amounts those of us who were told we could watch the whales longer and that the buffet would be there came back to limited food and a quick clean up.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/22 |
Reviewed by: ヒロ
I participated on a Friday in February 2008. I love Hawaii and have been there many times, but this was the first time I felt so much like I was in a foreign country. No matter where I went, there were Japanese people, and even when I spoke in English, I was responded to in Japanese in Waikiki... but this tour was different. My husband and I participated, but everyone else was foreign.
All the staff were also foreign, but the captain had lived in Osaka before and spoke Japanese well. The others probably spoke only English, so I think it's good to be able to speak at least a little English. It's really fun to be able to talk with other guests too.
Also, a jacket is absolutely essential! Other foreign guests were fine in sleeveless tops, but my husband, who usually gets hot easily, was freezing.
The sunset and fireworks were beautifully visible, and I was very satisfied.
By the way, the crew was full of handsome guys.
2008年2月の金曜日に参加しました。
ハワイは好きで何度も行っていますが・・こんなに外国を
感じたのは初めてでした。
どこへ行っても日本人がいて、英語で話しても日本語で
返されるワイキキ・・でもこのツアーは違いました。
夫婦で参加したのですが、他の方はすべて外国人でした。
スタッフも全て外国人でしたが、キャプテンが以前に
大阪に住んでいたそうで、日本語が上手でした。
それ以外の方は恐らく英語オンリーなので、
やはり多少でも英語が話せるといいと思います。
他のお客さんとも話せると、とっても楽しいですよ。
それから上着は絶対必須!です。
他の外国人の方々は平気でノースリーブでいましたが、
普段暑がりの旦那も凍えてました。
サンセットも花火もキレイに見えて大満足。
余談ですが、クルーはイケメン揃いです。
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/21 |
Reviewed by: JJK
A very fun time with a nice tour guide and his family. Unique stops on the North SHore that most tour companies just drive by. Highly Recommended!
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/19 |
Reviewed by: April
We went with this company because of the good reviews, and we had a great time! The jetski's were in good condition, and the went super fast. It was so much fun to race around on the ocean with the wind and water spraying up at you! Just a little hint for future riders, wear water-proof sunblock, because having sun-lotion drip into your eyes STINGS!
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/18 |
Reviewed by: ako
We participated as a couple. We were the only Japanese people there. In Hawaii, where there are mostly Japanese, I felt a sense of "foreignness." The female bartender was also sexy, and the food was decent and good. Above all, I felt like I was on my own cruiser, which was the best part. I've been to Hawaii over 30 times, and each time I always experience "Hawaii for the first time."
夫婦2人で参加しました。
日本人は、私たち2人でした。どこに行っても、日本人ばかりのハワイで、"外国"を感じました。バーテンダーの女性もSEXYで、食事もそれなりに、GOOD,何より、自分のクルーザーみたいな気になり、最高でした。ハワイは、30回以上になります。毎回、いつも"初めてのハワイ"を体験します。
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/17 |
Reviewed by: ナンシー
Just before boarding, the trip was canceled due to poor visibility in the water, which affected the next schedule, but I was able to board the next day. It was my first experience, so I was excited. The boat ride to the submarine, feeling the sea breeze, was enjoyable and refreshing. However, the underwater view was not as clear as I had expected. I had imagined a slightly clearer sea. Overall, I think it's an experience worth trying at least once.
乗船する寸前で海中の視界不良で中止になり、次の
スケジュールへ影響しましたが、次の日に乗船する事が
できました。初めての経験でしたのでワクワクでした。
海風を浴びて潜水艦までの船も楽しく、気持ち良かったです。但し、海中は期待したよりきれいに見えませんでした。
もう少し、きれいな海を想像していたのですが。
まあ、全体的には1度は体験してみるべきと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/17 |
Reviewed by: James P
My bother and I went on the Oahu Day Cruise on April 10th 2008 just for an activity for the day. The cruise was an amazing experience with great staff and good people. The whales were amazing that day, so there was no lack of seeing one. I would highly recommend this activity during april or wnever there are whales to watch. It was quite an experience. Thanks to Hawaii Activities, and the Star of Honolulu crew.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/17 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Here are some things you need to know before you go on this adventure.
1. Bring your own food
When you first get on the boat, you will be given a plate with 2 hamburger patties (at least it looked like hamburger), a hot dog, rice (very bad rice), and it is all smothered in beans. You do not get any buns for the hamburgers or hot dogs or a choice on any part of the food. My son hates beans but since we were not asked anything, the whole plate was covered with beans over the meat and rice. The food was nasty but if your hungry you have to eat it.
2. Bring your own drinks
Bring your own soda or beer since the only thing available on the boat is water or juice.
3. Bring hand sanitizer
you will be baiting your own hooks with raw, sticky tuna chunks and the smell with stay on your hands for the whole day even after trying to scrub it off when you get back to your hotel. Bring gloves or hand santizer, you will thank me.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/15 |
Reviewed by: Jaime
My family had a wonderful time on this cruise. We would do this again if we go back to Hawaii. Everyone should try it, the food was great, the entertainment was great. Evrything was wonderful.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/15 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The experience was great.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/12 |
Reviewed by: Nora
The parasailing staff were awesome! It was a first time experience for my mother and boyfriend and they made it wonderful. The staff were very knowledgeable and friendly. They even offered a kamaaina rate to my father which allowed him to be on the boat with us. He really enjoyed that. We will definitely do it again someday and recommend to friends and family.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/10 |
Reviewed by: Mike, Spokane Washington
We enjoyed the parasailing part of the activity and the transport bus was timely and clean, but the overally experience was tainted by the heavy handed demand for $20.00 tips. Like having dinner at a nice restaurant where the waiter recommends/demand to know the amount of your intended tip before he/she recommending the catch of the day.
the blatant tip demand unfortunately tainted an othewise nice activity. We did tip and would have without the demand for tip, but the demand made me feel unwelcome. wouldnt come back only because of that.
other than that it was as advertised and enjoyable. maybe you dont care or want repeat business. mike.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This sunset cruise is recommended for those who want to enjoy a romantic evening as well as for those who want to have a lively time with friends. Most participants are foreigners, and the staff are cheerful sea men. With loud music playing, those who have had a few drinks create a lively atmosphere with dancing and singing.
The cruise starts while the sun is still high and lively, but as it turns back, the sun gradually sets, and the scenery changes completely. I think you'll be able to see a wonderful sunset and create lovely memories.
このサンセットクルーズはロマンチックな夕暮れを過ごしたい方にも仲間とにぎやかに過ごしたい方にもおすすめです。
というのも参加者の大方は外国人で、スタッフも陽気な海の男たちです。大音量で音楽をかけて酔いがまわった人たちはダンスや歌ににぎやかな雰囲気でした。
スタート開始はまだ日が高くにぎやかにスタートしますが、引き返すころにはだんだんと日が落ちてきてすっかり風景も変わってきます。素晴らしいサンセットが見れて素敵な思い出になると思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/09 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The meal, the activities alongside the watching, and the prices were all satisfactory. We saw whales several times!! However, they didn't jump as much as in the photos. It felt more like their fins were rolling with the waves. Still, being able to experience whales up close like this is truly unique to Hawaii.
食事内容、ウォッチングと平行しているアクティビティー、料金とも納得できるものでした。クジラも何度か出てくれましたしね!!でもあの写真程はジャンプしませんでした。波とともに背びれがうねる~と言う感じです。それにしても こんなに近くでクジラを感じられるのはやはりハワイならではですよね。
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/08 |
Reviewed by: wako
When I studied abroad at the University of Hawaii, I had never experienced a massage, but this is definitely something you should try! I went with a friend. Both therapists were male and spoke very little Japanese.
We arrived about an hour early for our reservation and relaxed in the jacuzzi and sauna. We enjoyed a long massage and felt a bit like celebrities. My friend, who struggles with English, managed to communicate with the therapist mostly through gestures. I believe that if you request it, they can provide someone who speaks Japanese.
以前、ハワイ大学に留学していた時は、マッサージなどは行った事がなかったですが、これは絶対行くべきです☆
友達と二人で行きました。セラピストは、二人とも男性で、日本語はほとんどしゃべれない方でした。
予約より、1時間ほど早めに行き、そこのジャグジーとサウナでのんびりしました。時間たっぷりマッサージしてもらい、ちょっとセレブな気持ちになれました。
英語が苦手な友達は、セラピストと話をするのに、ほぼジャスチャーで、なんとかなったと言っていました。
おそらく、希望すれば、日本語が出来る方がやってくれるのだと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This sunset cruise is recommended for those who want to spend a romantic evening as well as for those who want to enjoy a lively time with friends. Most participants are foreigners, and the staff are cheerful sea men. With loud music playing, those who have had a few drinks create a lively atmosphere with dancing and singing.
The cruise starts while the sun is still high and lively, but as it turns back, the sun gradually sets, completely changing the scenery. I believe you'll get to see a wonderful sunset and create lovely memories.
このサンセットクルーズはロマンチックな夕暮れを過ごしたい方にも仲間とにぎやかに過ごしたい方にもおすすめです。
というのも参加者の大方は外国人で、スタッフも陽気な海の男たちです。大音量で音楽をかけて酔いがまわった人たちはダンスや歌ににぎやかな雰囲気でした。
スタート開始はまだ日が高くにぎやかにスタートしますが、引き返すころにはだんだんと日が落ちてきてすっかり風景も変わってきます。素晴らしいサンセットが見れて素敵な思い出になると思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/03 |
Reviewed by: Carol, Edson, Alberta
Was really informative, fun, yet still educational. Took the whole family we all enjoyed it. The tour around the city was just right to get the main points of Hawaiian history. The driver was very well informed on all the facts.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/01 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
You can challenge yourself at various heights, but since I was there, I signed up for the highest one. I did a similar activity in Saipan before, but this one goes really high up!
I briefly thought about what would happen if I fell...
But honestly, the view was amazing, and I was able to enjoy a leisurely stroll in the air.
色々な高さに挑戦できますが、せっかくなので一番高いのに申し込みました。
以前サイパンで同様のアクティビティーをしたのですが、これはとにかく高くまで上がります!
落ちたら・・・
とか一瞬思いますが、ホント景色も最高で、ゆっくりと空中散歩を楽しめました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/30 |
Reviewed by: The Travel DRS
My client called wanting a dinner cruise at sunset so he could ask the woman of his dreams to marry him!
As his travel agent I opted to use Hawaii Activities. We booked the Sunset Dinner Cruise and Tom added the private dinning options with the complimentary professional picture.
I received a picture text at 2:30am from Tom indicating that Conni had said yes, taken by a cruise line staff!
My clients had an absolutely wonderful time with memories that will carry them through their life together.
The Travel DRS will in the future recommend this cruise to any/all my clients as an option for their Hawaii vacation.
The Travel DRS give a 5**** to Hawaii Activities.
I will let other Travel Agents know about this site!
Customer Service is professional, helpful and respond the same day to any messages left for them. The website is user friendly and documents have easy accessibility.
Dawn Barnes, Owner
The Travel DRS
888-877-0631
www.thetraveldrs
vacations@thetraveldrs
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Elaine
All of the staff at Hans Hedemann are just wonderful, from the driver, to the instructor at the shop, all the instructors in the ocean, and even the cameraman! Everyone was just so friendly, laughing and smiling, and making sure we were having a good time. My fiance and I had an awesome time and would recommend this surf school to everybody. The pictures came out great, thank you camera man!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Mark J
It was very memorable. The guy who picked us up from our hotel was entertaining. He has a little pet love bird in his van. He let us hold it and take pics with it. Our guide on the boat was funny too. He took pics on my camera and his (for purchase). Very friendly staff.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/28 |
Reviewed by: luckyone
My Dad and I just went on the Daytime Bottom Fishing trip and we had a blast. My Dad caught the most fish of anyone on the boat! I only caught one but it was really pretty. Some people caught fish you could eat so they cooked it on the back of the boat and we all got to try it. The rest of the lunch was local Hawaiian BBQ and we both liked it. Great Trip!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/27 |
Reviewed by: Becky from Southern Calif
Parasailing with X-treme Parasailing was a wonderful activity. I thought it would be scary, but in actuality it was a very relaxing experience that I'll never forget. If you listen to the instructions the crew give you, your ride up and back down will be smooth and comfortable. Once in the air, you will experience a wonderful peace as you float high above the water.
I would highly recommend this activity to a wide range of people. We had a 3rd grader and a 62 year old on our boat, and each of them LOVED their parasailing experience. The crew was fun and put every one who was a little nervous at ease with their years of experience and humorous comments. Tipping was optional, and in no way did the crew make me feel like I HAD to tip. I was, however, happy to tip them for the great job they did!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Tara
This was my second time parasailing and it was great :)
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/22 |
Reviewed by: FernRose
Brother Oscar was great. Informative and entertaining. A great tour for all. Well recommended.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/22 |
Reviewed by: LAS VEGAS FAMILY
IT WAS A GREAT EXPERIENCE WATCHING WHALES WHILE HAVING LUNCH. HAD A GREAT TIME!
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/21 |
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Thank you very much for participating in the whale watching tour. We look forward to having you on board again.
この度はホエールウォッチングにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
又のご乗船お待ちしております。