Reviewed by: Marzia (Roma-Italy)
Everything was just perfect! I had the super Ambassador package with a private guide and I really felt privileged and I enjoyed the culture and traditions of the Polynesian people. Every show, every cultural event was organized with great respect and love for the Polynesian natives. I had a dip in the full life of seven similar, but very different, traditions, culminating in the wonderful final show: Ha, a breath of life! I also appreciated the fact that the Polynesian Center is carried out by students of the various islands and that our contribution is to support their studies. This is a great way to spread culture! MAHALO!
Special thanks to Clifton, my personal guide. He is a good hearted boy with a deep feeling for his culture and a deep respect for other people.
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| Packages: | Super Ambassador Package with Private Guide |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/20 |
Reviewed by: パパさん
I don't remember feeling that much excitement when I visited a long time ago. However, this time, I was extremely satisfied and deeply moved! The students from Brigham Young University, just a five-minute walk away, worked hard to provide guiding services and dance shows, making it a fun theme park that rivals professional levels. There were plenty of attractions, and the children were having a great time playing. I think it's a place that's enjoyable for both elementary school students and adults.
大昔に行った時には、それほどの感動を覚えた記憶がありません。しかし、今回は、大満足!大感動!でした。歩いて5分のブリンガムヤング大学の学生たちが一生懸命にガイドやダンスショーをしてくれていて、プロと遜色ないレベルの楽しいテーマパークでした。アトラクションもたくさんあり、子供たちも大喜びで遊んでいました。小学生でも、大人でもとっても楽しいところだと思います。
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| Packages: | 昼から満喫、オールデイ・デラックス |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/01 |
Reviewed by: Stella Martin YT Cda
Our tour of the island was very enjoyable. Very happy to see the Pineapples growing, and the lay of the land. The guides were prompt and the guide at the Centre, was especially polite. (Congrats to them, too, for indicating they do not except tips.) We visited three villages but I've done these without a guide and on my own, saw all six villages in the time he took us to three. I know time is spent gathering people and passing out leis and explaining procedures, but this did detract from what we could experience. I would suggest that at the Center, folks are given the option to go with the guide or go on their own. The luau and HA - Breath of Life show are phenomenal!! We had half a house for the audience and I was so impressed with the quality of singing and dancing, of the performers, that I started the standing ovation. Those students really deserve our appreciation!!
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau - Premium Show Seating & Guided Group Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/19 |
Reviewed by: ピッピ
It's a bit far from Waikiki, but the experience can vary depending on the guide. If you have a good guide, you can hear various stories and enjoy sightseeing from the car window. I always opt for the more expensive meals, and they're not bad. The show is enjoyable even if you know what to expect. The vendors sell ice cream along the way, but it can be messy, and I worry about getting dirty if you're sitting on the aisle.
少しワイキキからは遠いですが、ガイドさんによって当たりハズレがあります。良いガイドさんなら色んな話が聞けて、車窓で観光が楽しめる時もあります。お食事は毎回高い方にしています。まぁ悪くはない感じです。ショーは内容を分かってても楽しいです。売り子さんが途中アイスクリームを売るのですが、ボタボタ落ちて通路側に座ってたら汚れそうでヒヤヒヤします。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/31 |
Reviewed by: you
I was completely satisfied with this thrilling experience! I was looking forward to the show in Las Vegas, and it was on a different level compared to Japanese impersonations. It was pure entertainment. I now have another wonderful memory from our spring break trip with my daughter. The backstage tour was a super VIP experience with welcome champagne and a warm greeting from the performers, allowing us to have a great time. Elvis was so cool. Michael was there too. And Lady Gaga! There was a reveal, and we even got to take pictures together, which was fun. The food was surprisingly delicious, especially since I went in with no expectations for the dinner show. I enjoyed lobster, steak, and dessert, which I rarely get to eat in Japan. We had front-row VIP seats. During the show, the performers came to our seats singing and even gave us a kiss on the cheek as part of the VIP service, making it a fun experience. Overall, the VIP treatment was astonishing, and it was a rare experience that I thoroughly enjoyed.
ドキドキの体験に大満足!!
本場ラスベガスのショーとあって楽しみにしてました。
日本のものまねとはレベルが違いますね。
エンターテイメントでした。
娘と二人の春休み旅行の楽しい思い出が1つふえました。
バックステージツアーはウエルカムシャンパンと出演者のかたたちのお出迎えでチョーVIP待遇で楽しい時間を過ごさせていただきました。
エルビスがかっこよかったです。
マイケルもいましたよ。
ガガ様もね!
タネあかしあり、一緒に写真も撮れて楽しかったです。
料理はディナーショーの料理とあって全然期待せずに行ったのが良かったのか結構美味しかったです!!
日本では食べる機会のないロブスターもステーキもデザートもおいしくいただきました。
席は一番前のVIP席。
ショーの途中歌いながら席に来てくれてほっぺにキスのまたまたVIPサービスに、楽しく観れました。
とにかくびっくりするほどのVIP待遇、めったにできない体験で楽しめました。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/グリーン・ルーム・ディナー&ショー |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/14 |
Reviewed by: tomiyo
I participated at the recommendation of my sister. It was more moving than I had expected. The seats were also quite good. Thank you very much.
妹に薦められて、参加しました。思ってた以上に感動でした。お席もかなりよくて。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/18 |
Reviewed by: R family
We had a great night! The food was good and the show was amazing! It was worth the beautiful drive and the money paid.
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/11 |
Reviewed by: R family
We enjoyed the luau so much! We even got to see several whale breeches in the ocean behind the stage just before the show began. BONUS! Seeing the dancers and all that talent on stage was a great way to spend our evening.
Dinner was good, show was fun and the setting and the way the involved everyone made it that much more fun.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/11 |
Reviewed by: Maiwayalways1
The deluxe package is fantastic. It's pricey but well worth the investment. We had three children with us and the seating was stage side. A great view for the children. The activities were great for our children and the Lava flows were great sipping while they were having fun. The meal was served to us by waitresses and the show was wonderful. We have been to the Polynesian cultural center for their deluxe luau and show and these two luaus were very comparable. Food selection was wider@ the cultural center but the shows were phenomenal. The seating was front row but set back further from stage@ the cultural center but still was entertaining. The kids really enjoyed the fire dance and to see it up close was a treat for all of us. Overall this is a great choice for a luau and the food was good.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/28 |
Reviewed by: JDJones
The PCC, dinner, luau, and show were fantastic. The Island Tour itself was the sad part. Our driver was late and then we had to rush through all the sites, having barely time for a picture or look before having to reload.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/26 |
Reviewed by: Jeff P
I was a little worried about attending a Luau on top of a parking garage. It turned out to not be a problem. They decorated the venue very nice and we were in the shade the whole time, which really helped. The food was wonderful, with a wide selection for everybody, even the kids. The acts were fantastic! I took a star away for the location not being by the ocean and the tight seating arrangement.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Standard Table Seating & Welcome MaiTai Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/23 |
Reviewed by: えっか
I participated in this tour during my honeymoon in Hawaii. It was a Green Room Monitor Tour, and I got to experience a VIP feeling in the Green Room!
I arrived about 30 minutes late for the tour, so I couldn't see the backstage, but they quickly brought me welcome champagne and guided me to my seat. The champagne was easy to drink and delicious! The lobster and steak were tender, and I enjoyed all the dishes!
In the Green Room tour, drinks are free for one per person, and there is a charge for the second drink, which I felt was a bit pricey at $10 plus tip. I had a seat in the front row, so I could watch the show right in front of me.
The impersonation show featuring Michael Jackson, Lady Gaga, and Elvis had quite a few songs I recognized, and I had a great time! The authentic hula show was also impressive and overwhelming! The performers in the hula show were all beautiful.
There were many foreign audience members around me, and their reactions were lively, which added to the fun! I couldn't understand the English talk, so I was completely lost, but I found myself laughing along.
At the end, I was able to take a photo with someone who resembled Michael Jackson (laughs)!
I highly recommend this tour as you can enjoy delicious food and a show all at once!
Thank you for the wonderful memories!
I would love to participate in a similar monitor tour if I go to Hawaii again!
新婚旅行のハワイでこちらのツアーに参加しました(^^)
グリーンルームモニターツアーだったのですが、
グリーンルームでVIPな気分を味わえました!
ツアー開始時間に30分程遅れてしまい、舞台裏の見学はできなかったのですが、すぐにウェルカムシャンパンを持ってきて頂き席に案内されました。シャンパンも飲みやすくて美味しかったです!
料理のロブスター、ステーキも柔らかくて料理全部美味しくいただきました!
グリーンルームのツアーでは飲み物が1人1杯まで無料で二杯目からは料金がかかるシステムになっていて、
1杯10ドル+チップで少しお高いかな?と感じました。
一番前に席が用意してあり、すぐ目の前でショーを見ることができました。
マイケルジャクソン、レディーガガ、プレスリーのものまねショーは知っている曲が結構あり楽しめました!
本場のフラショーも迫力満点で圧倒されました!
フラショーに出ている方が綺麗な人ばっかりです^_^
周りの観客も外国の方が多くリアクションが大きく又それも楽しかった!
英語が分からずトークは何を言ってるのかちんぷんかんぷんでしたがつられて笑ってました輪
最後にマイケルジャクソン似?(笑)の方と写真が撮れました!
美味しい料理とショーも一度に楽しめオススメですよー!
楽しい思い出をありがとうございました!
又ハワイに行ってこのようなモニターツアーがあったら参加したいです!
Thank you very much for your support of Rock Afra! I sincerely apologize for not being able to provide a tour of the stage. I am very happy that you enjoyed the rest of the experience! We look forward to your participation again!
ロックアフラをおこし頂、まことに有難うございました!舞台の見学が出来なかったことで大変申し訳ございませんでした。後はお楽しみ頂き、大変嬉しく思っています!
又是非ご参加いただける様お待ちしております!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/グリーン・ルーム・ディナー&ショー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/24 |
Reviewed by: BeachBoy
We attended as a couple, and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We did the Terrance luau style dining, and it was very good. All the food from the buffet were excellent, and the two hula dancers and a Hawaiian musician created a great atmosphere to enjoy our dinner.
Once the show began, the time flew by. Elvis started the show with some old classic rocks, then Lady Gaga came on. She was hilarious and I thought her piano performance was pretty good. But our favorite was Michael Jackson. Everyone loved him, and boy, he had some moves. He even got the side way moonwalk down to science.
Overall, it was a great night, and I highly recommend this show to anyone!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/26 |
Reviewed by: JUNKO
Since I was staying at Aulani, I walked over to see an authentic luau. I knew that all activities would be conducted in English, but when I realized that my conversation skills weren't up to par, the cast members seemed annoyed and were openly speaking negatively (even though I couldn't converse, I could understand). It really depends on the person, but the attitude of the cast was the worst.
Before the show started, there were activities like tattoo painting and bracelet making, but it felt like there was a bit of wasted time. Since I had the deluxe package, I received a gift card worth about $20 or $24, but I couldn't drink that many beverages, so I went to the shop. However, the items on display didn't really spark my interest, and once the show ended, the store closed quickly as the bus for the group departed, so I recommend making your purchases early. In the end, I couldn't even spend about $15.
The content of the show was wonderful, but the food was just okay. As for whether I would go again... honestly, I'm not sure.
アウラニに泊まっていたので、本格的なルアウを見たいと徒歩で向かいました。
全てのアクティビティが英語で進行するのはわかっていましたが、こちらが会話ができるレベルではないことを知ると、面倒くさそうにした上に、思いっきり悪口を言っており(会話はできなくとも、ヒアリングはできるため)人にもよるとは思いますがキャストの態度は最悪でした。
ショーが始まる前にもタトゥーをペイントしたり、ブレスレットを作ったりできますが、やや時間を持て余ます感がありました。
デラックスタイプにしていたので$20?24くらいのギフトカードがついていましたが、飲み物も何杯も飲めないので、売店に行きましたが、購買意欲があまり沸かない商品が陳列してあり、ショーが終わって団体専用のバスが出てしまうと早々に店じまいしてしまうので、早めに商品にしてしまうのがお勧めです。結局私は$15ほど使えずに終わってしまいました。
ショーの内容はすばらしかったですが、食事はまぁ、こんなもんかといった感想です。
もう1度行くか・・・というと、正直わかりません。
Thank you very much for participating in the tour.
However, I sincerely apologize for the unpleasant experience caused by our local staff's response.
I have promptly shared your feedback with the operating company.
Based on your valuable experience, we will strive to provide even more satisfying services in the future, so we appreciate your continued support.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
この度はツアーにご参加いただきまして誠にありがとうございます。
しかしながら、現地スタッフの対応でご不快な思いをさせてしまいましたこと、大変申し訳ございません。
今回の内容を早速催行会社へ共有させていただきました。
お客様からの貴重な体験談を元に、更にご満足いただけるサービスを提供出来るよう努めて参りますので今後ともよろしくお願いします。
お忙しいところ、体験談のご投稿ありがとうございました。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
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| Packages: | デラックス・ディナー・パッケージ(12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Spencer
We looked around at a lot of luaus but then we luckily got recommended for chiefs from our front desk lady. The food was amazing, the stuff before was a lot of fun. The show was incredible and the chief was a blast and very funny! Would defiantly recommend it to anyone looking for a great luau at a pretty good price!
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/19 |
Reviewed by: Josh
Kids both loved the experience. Plenty of activities to do that are included in the price. There are a lot of places to spend more money. Food was good, not great, but lots of options. Everyone was nice and it was well run. Entertainment was great.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/14 |
Reviewed by: ----------RHO----
The Big Kahuna luau was awesome! We were first greeted by the Ambassador of Aloha named Chad. As we boarded the bus, he gave us our ticket, and gave us a brief explanation as to what were are going to expect. We then picked everyone else up and he then further detailed what we all was about to experience. On our drive up Chad, was greeting everyone and getting to know them by asking for everyone's first names, where they are from etc. He made a real great first impression. As soon as we got to the luau we knew what to expect. He were greeted with a shell lei, maitai, and appetizers! We took photos with hula dancers, danced hula with them, and started drinking! Those maitais were amazing! I had three before we even got seated for our dinner. Dinner menu was amazing with local foods that I couldn't get enough of. I was in a dilemma, I was either going to drink a lot, or eat a lot, so I decided to do both. Little did I know that the next day, my bed was my best friend. This is by far the classiest luau where you have servers going around asking if everything is okay even if you weren't in the VIP section. I had an amazing time and I wish everyone would take my word about how fabulous the Big Kahuna Luau is! Mahalo to Discover Hawaii Tours & VELTRA for seting me up with awesome memories!
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| Posted on: | 2015/03/21 |
Reviewed by: William Wagter
This is our third time going to jParadise Cove Luau over the years and I enjoy it so much. I have been to other ones and feel Paradise is the best. My daughters and family also feel the same when we went together. The show is always outstanding and the food to die for. All the people working for Paradise Cove are wonderful and so helpful.
I will tell my other friends about it and my next trip to Hawaii I will return.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/17 |
Reviewed by: よーこ
I went on the night of my arrival in Hawaii. The shuttle service was clear, smooth, and punctual. The venue is located away from the city center, but thanks to the guide's various explanations about Hawaii during the ride, we arrived without getting bored. The meal and the show were separate, starting with the meal. The dining was in a buffet style (we chose the deluxe course), featuring Hawaiian dishes, and the meat and garlic shrimp were particularly delicious. When the show started, we were seated in the second row, and the energy of the dancers was palpable, making for a great spot. There were various dances set to Hawaiian music, which was entertaining. The final fire dance was impressive, and you could really feel the heat of the flames. Additionally, the ice cream served during the show's break was very tasty. After the show, you can take photos with the dancers, which makes for a nice memory. However, they leave quickly, so if you want to take pictures, be sure to hurry!
ハワイ到着日の夜に行きました。送迎は遅れることなくわかりやすくスムーズでした。会場は中心部より離れたところにあるのですが、車内の途中でガイドさんによりハワイについて説明が色々とあったため暇することなくたどり着けました。食事とショーは別々となっており、まず食事から始まりました。食事はバイキング形式となっており、(私たちはデラックスコース)、ハワイらしい料理が出ており、特にお肉とガーリックシュリンプが美味しかったです。ショーが始まり席はなんと2列目でダンサーの勢いが伝わりとても良い席でした。ハワイの音楽にのせて色々な踊りががあり面白かったです。最後のファイヤーダンスは火のあつさを感じながらとてもみごたえがありますよ。また、ショーの休憩でもらえるアイスもとても美味しかったです。ショーが終わった後はダンサーとも写真がとれるので記念になりますよ。ただ、すぐにいなくなってしまうので写真を撮りたい方は急いで下さいね。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/夕方出発、トワイライト・デラックス |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/27 |
Reviewed by: Lalit Khullar
Best tour arrangements . Driver was very helpful and conciderate.He did his best to show us around as much as he could. Best service .
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau - Premium Show Seating & Guided Group Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/28 |
Reviewed by: yumi
On the last night in Hawaii, I participated in the Twilight Deluxe Tour. The night show, which started at 7:30, was incredibly impressive! The title "HA BREATH OF LIFE" tells a story of life being born and passed on to new generations, progressing through Tonga, Hawaii, New Zealand, Samoa, and Fiji, allowing us to enjoy different costumes, dances, chants, and songs from each culture. I particularly loved the Hawaiian performance. The Tahitian dance, with its hip movements, was also captivating, and everything was magnificent. The final fire dance was a fitting climax, and everyone gave a standing ovation.
During a break, a dessert the size of a hand was served (a giant ice cream on top of cut fruits), and those in the deluxe seats could exchange their tickets for it. Some people in the standard seats misunderstood and lined up to get ice cream, but it was said to cost $5. We couldn't finish it due to the quantity and time constraints.
Regarding transportation, the voucher mentioned the tour operator in English, but the guides spoke Japanese, which was great. On the way there, the bus provided a meaningful experience as they showed photos on a tablet while giving a tour. The time was indicated as 1 hour and 15 to 30 minutes, but it seemed to include chronic traffic congestion on the way there, while the return trip didn't take as long.
One disappointing aspect was that we, who boarded the bus first, had to wait quite a while for others to be picked up, and due to the congestion in Waikiki and traffic on the highway (an ambulance also passed), our arrival was delayed, resulting in only 40 minutes for the meal. Drinks could be ordered at our seats for free, and I thought I could take my time getting food, but in the end, I had to rush to eat. The buffet was not crowded, but it might be better to fill a plate and sit down to enjoy the main dish before leisurely moving on to dessert. However, don't forget that there is dessert during the show's intermission.
ハワイ最終日の夜にトワイライト・デラックスツアーに参加しました。
7:30から始まるナイトショーは迫力満点 !!
HA BREATH OF LIFEというタイトル通り命が生まれ、また新しい命に受け継がれるストーリーで順にトンガ・ハワイ・ニュージーランド・サモア・フィジーと構成が分かれて進むので異なるそれぞれの衣装とダンス、掛け声・歌が楽しめました。
私はハワイアンが一番気に入りました。腰を振るタヒチアンダンスも見応えがあり、どれも見事なものでした。最後のファイヤーダンスは締めくくりにふさわしく大盛り上がりで、皆スタンディングオベーションでした。
途中で休憩が入り片手を広げた程の大きさのデザート(カットフルーツの上に巨大なアイス)が運ばれて来てデラックス席の人はチケットに引換券が着いているので交換できました。スタンダード席の人も勘違いされアイスをもらう為、並んでいた方がいましたが、5ドルと言われていました。私達には量的にも時間的にも食べ切る事はできませんでしたが。
送迎については、バウチャー(予約券)にツアー催行会社(英語)とありましたが、ガイドをして下さった方々は日本語OKでしたし、行きのバスではタブレットで写真を見せながら観光案内までしてくれて有意義な時間でした。
時間は1時間15分~30分と案内されましたが、行きの慢性的な交通渋滞を含んだ時間みたいで、帰りはそれ程の時間はかかりませんでした。
残念だった事は行きのバスで一番先に乗車した私達は他の方のピックアップにかなりの時間待たされワイキキ界隈の混雑、高速道路の渋滞(救急車も通りました)の影響で到着が遅れた??のか、食事時間が40分だった事です。
飲み物は席でオーダー(無料)できましたし、都度取りに行けば、と余裕で考えていた所、結果慌てて食べるはめになりました。ビュッフェは空いていましたが、一度にお皿に盛って着席しメインディッシュを楽しみ、ゆっくりテザートへ、がいいかも・・。でも、ショーの休憩時間にデザートがある事はお忘れなく。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/夕方出発、トワイライト・デラックス |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Marielle
Awesome and super friendly tour guide, Keith.
Highly recommend this tour to everyone.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau (Late Entry - Dinner & Show Only) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/05 |
Reviewed by: Viv
Wonderful & entertaining evening
meal was good, show was excellent
would highly recommend this luau
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/25 |
Reviewed by: Chuck
Enjoyed the bus tour, but it gets you there 2 hours after it opens.
The center itself focuses too much on entertainment and not enough on education. It is run by the Morman education system, so one would think if we are supporting the students we in turn would be educated about the various Polynesian cultures around the pacific.
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau - Premium Show Seating & Guided Group Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/26 |
Reviewed by: いどじ
I participated on the last day in Hawaii. It was the best show. It made me cry and laugh. My husband couldn't stop crying either.
The dinner was more delicious than I expected, and above all, the staff were wonderful! They greeted us with sparkling smiles, which felt great.
I want to see it again the next time I come to Hawaii. This time, I want to go in the afternoon (^ν^).
ハワイ最終日に参加しました。最高のショーでした。泣けます、笑えます。旦那も涙が止まらなかったようです。
晩ご飯も思っていたより美味しかったですし、何より店員さんがステキ‼︎キラキラの笑顔で対応してくれて気持ちいいです。
次ハワイに来た時も見に行きたいです。その時はお昼から(^ν^)
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/27 |
Reviewed by: ぱーごん
The guide who picked us up at the hotel was a pleasant Japanese woman in her teens. It seems she is an international student at a university next to the Polynesian Cultural Center. It takes about an hour and a half by bus from Waikiki to the Polynesian Cultural Center, but thanks to her excellent guidance, we never felt bored during the journey. Recently, we had only been wandering around Waikiki, so it was nice to enjoy a bit of sightseeing.
Upon arriving at the center, we first had a buffet-style meal. There seems to be a difference in the meal content between the deluxe course and the standard course, and the entrances to the venue are also different. We opted for the deluxe. The Polynesian-style restaurant was very spacious with high ceilings, and we were guided to our seats by group. One drink is included for free. The buffet didn’t have a wide variety, with the main dishes being roast beef and garlic cream stir-fried shrimp and clams. The salad dressing was delicious, and the food was fairly tasty. There were several types of desserts, but they felt a bit too sweet for Japanese tastes. The coconut pudding was the most delicious.
After the meal, we moved to the show venue on our own. By the time we left the restaurant, it was already dark outside, and if you’re directionally challenged, you might get lost even in the short distance of just three minutes. The show venue is a large semi-outdoor dome that can accommodate 2,700 people. With the deluxe course, you get seats in the front, while standard course seats are in the back. The show features over 100 dancers and is quite impressive, with tiered seating that allows those in the back to enjoy it as well, but if possible, I recommend the front seats where you can clearly see the expressions and sweat of the performers. Additionally, with the deluxe course, you can enjoy a sorbet during the intermission, which costs $5 if purchased.
The show has a storyline and tells an emotional tale of the chain of life. As the location changes to Tonga, Hawaii, New Zealand, Samoa, Tahiti, and Fiji, dances from each place are performed in succession. The fire dance performed by a few people in the latter half was particularly powerful and wonderful. The show, filled with laughter and tears, is definitely worth the hour and a half trip from Waikiki.
ほぼ時間通りホテルまで迎えに来てくれたガイドさんは感じのよい10代の日本人女性
でした。聞くとポリネシア文化センターの隣にある大学の留学生のようです。
ワイキキからポリネシア文化センターまでバスで約1時間半かかりますが、
彼女の上手なガイドで道中全く暇を持て余すことがなかったです。
ここのところ、ワイキキ周辺をうろうろするだけだったので、むしろちょっとした観光が
楽しめて良かったです。
センターに到着すると、まずビュッフェ形式の食事となります。
デラックスコースと、スタンダードではお食事の内容に差があるようで会場の入口も異なります。私達はデラックスをお願いしました。
とても広く天井の高いポリネシアン風のレストランでグループごとに席に案内されます。
飲み物は1杯無料で付きます。ビュッフェはそれほど種類は多くなくメインはロースト
ビーフと、海老とあさりのガーリッククリーム炒めなど。サラダのドレッシングもおいしく、お料理の味はまあまあおいしかったです。デザートは数種類ありましたが、日本人にはやや甘すぎる感じ。
ココナッツのプリンが一番おいしいかったです。
食後は自分達でショーの会場まで移動。食後レストランを出る頃は既に外は暗く方向音痴だと
たった3分ほどの距離も迷ってしまいそうです。
ショーの会場は半屋外型の大きなドームで、なんと2700名収容だそうです。
座席はデラックスコースだと前方、スタンダードだと後方席で見ることになります。
100名を超えるダンサーが出演する迫力のあるショーで座席も階段状になっているので後方でも楽しめるでしょうが、せっかくなら表情や汗もはっきり見える前方席をお勧めします。
またデラックスだとショーの幕間にシャーベットが頂けます。購入すると5ドルです。
ショーはストーリー性があり、命の連鎖が語られる感動的なショーでした。
トンガ、ハワイ、ニュージーランド、サモア、タヒチ、フィジーへと場所が変わる度、
次々その地のダンスが繰り広がられます。
特に後半数名で行われるファイヤーダンスが迫力があり素晴らしかったです。
笑いあり、涙 ありのショーはワイキキから1時間半かかっても見る価値はありです。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/夕方出発、トワイライト・デラックス |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/20 |
Reviewed by: ----------RHO----
While visiting the beautiful Island of Oahu, I started to reminisce of the last time I came here and it was for the last Michael Jackson performance back in the 90's. I was searching for a dinner and show activity and I was fortunate that I came across hawaiiactivities.com - Veltra because they have a 2 For 1 Review Rebate Special. I was traveling with my family, and so we booked for the Green Room & Dinner Show package. As we checked in at the Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, we were greeted with warm alohas from everyone working. We started on an amazing tour of the theater and got to see some of the marvelous collections of Elvis and Michael Jackson. The dinner was amazing, and the we had the cocktails coming all night long. The show was amazing! It brought back many fond memories of my teenage life growing up listening to Elvis. I was having many flashbacks as I was singing to all the songs and rocking the night away. But unlike many shows in Waikiki, Rock A Hula has something special and particular to their show which is... Hawaiian Performances. Hula dancers, chants, and acts that resembled Elvis's presence here in Hawaii while sharing the Aloha spirit. This show is highly recommended if you love old school pop and classical songs. Thank you Veltra & Stars of Paradise for this wonderful time I had.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Mika Kito
Thinking about it, this is my sixth time visiting Hawaii, but I realized I hadn't really experienced the cultural aspects of Hawaii... so I decided to join this tour. The staff guide, Roland, was on the bus that picked us up at the hotel, and it was enjoyable to hear local stories about the area along the way. Since I participated on the day of arrival, I couldn't eat much for dinner, but after enjoying a buffet dinner featuring traditional Hawaiian dishes and plenty of vegetables, we moved to the hall to wait for the show. Our seats were slightly to the right, just two rows from the stage. I was truly amazed by the powerful dance performances. The intense movements were so vigorous that I could see steam rising from their bodies. I learned that there are various forms of Polynesian dance, and it was especially moving for me to see traditional dance up close for the first time. I would recommend this experience to anyone visiting Hawaii at least once. I participated with my mother this time, and she was thrilled, saying, "This was the best part of our trip!" Next time, I definitely want to join a tour that lasts all day.
考えてみたらハワイを訪れるのも六回目になるのに、しっかりとハワイの文化的なものに触れることはなかったなぁ・・・とふと思ってこのツアーに参加することにしました。ホテルへの迎えのバスにはスタッフガイドのローランドさんが乗り込み到着するまでの間、通る道すがらその土地についてのローカルな話を聞かせてくれたのも楽しかったです。到着日当日の参加だったため夕食はあまり食べられませんでしたが、ハワイの伝統料理をはじめ野菜もふんだんに用意されたビュツフェ形式の夕食を済ませたあと、ホールに移動してショーを待ちます。席は前から二番目のステージに向かってやや右側。迫力満点のダンスには本当に驚きました。激しい動き、力の入ったダンスで体から立ち上る湯気が見えるほどです。いろいろな形のポリネシアンダンスがあるんだなぁ、特に伝統的なダンスを身近に見るのは初めてだったので本当に感動しました。ハワイを訪れるなら一度は訪れるべき、と皆さんに薦めようと思います。今回は母と二人で参加しましたが「今回の旅行で一番良かった!」と大喜びでした。次はぜひ一日楽しめるツアーに参加したいと思っています。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/夕方出発、トワイライト・デラックス |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/21 |
Reviewed by: Yocchin
Since it was a special trip to Hawaii, I thought it would be nice to participate just once, but it was better than I expected. Of course, the show was great, but I also enjoyed hearing various stories from the international students working in the park.
せっかくのハワイだから一度は良いかな・・位で参加したのですが
期待以上に良かったです。ショーはもちろんですが 園内で働いている
各国からの留学生さんから色々な話を聞くことができて とても楽しめました。
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| Packages: | 昼から満喫、オールデイ・スタンダード |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/29 |
Reviewed by: Yamakaz
Since I was staying at Hilton Hawaiian Village, I wanted to see a show nearby, so I participated. I think this is what a luau show is like, but I was disappointed that the buffet-style meal was not great.
ヒルトン・ハワイアン・ビレッジに泊まっていたので、近くでショーを見たいと思って参加しました。ルアウショーはこんなものなのかなと思いますが、ビュッフェ形式の食事がもう一つで残念でした。
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| Packages: | スタンダードシート(2015年12月末まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/28 |
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