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It was sunny and very pleasant!!
I originally heard it would take about 8 minutes, but it felt like it wasn't that long?? I was a bit disappointed about that (>д<)
Even at 120 meters, it was very impressive!!
晴れていてとても気持ちよかったです！！
もともと8分と聞いてましたがそんなになかった？？ような気がしたのが少し残念でした(>д<)
120メートルでもとても迫力ありました！！
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I had been interested in parasailing for a while, and experiencing it in Hawaii was just perfect. So, I went for it. My partner, who is my wife, doesn't like heights, so I participated alone.
In my group (at 4:00 PM), all 10 other participants were foreigners. From the pickup to the return to the hotel, everything was in English ONLY. There are staff who understand Japanese on-site, so if you’re not comfortable with English, it might be a good idea to let them know in advance. That said, I’m not that fluent either, but I actually enjoyed interacting with the cheerful guide, so it was fun in its own way.
It may vary by day, but on the day I went, the boat was quite rocky (especially the waves were a bit intimidating when leaving the bay), so those who are sensitive to motion sickness should be cautious.
On the boat, there was a laid-back and cheerful captain along with two crew members. They played upbeat music, danced, and told jokes, making for a cruise filled with laughter. However, the safety instructions were clear and easy to understand, all in English, but there weren't any complicated procedures, so it was manageable.
Originally, it seems you can't fly solo, but since everyone else was participating in pairs, I ended up flying solo. They assess the wind and wave conditions to ensure safety, so it seems casual but is actually quite responsible (which is to be expected, of course).
This time, I took the 150-meter course, and when I went up, it was higher than I had imagined! Up in the air, I was surprised by how quiet it was, as I couldn't hear the boat's engine anymore. I could see the entire Diamond Head, the round horizon, and the high-rise hotels of Honolulu along with the white sandy beaches in the distance. The long-awaited aerial stroll while only hearing the sound of the wind was amazing.
As expected, I was dropped into the water at the end and high-fived everyone while returning to the dock. The ride back to the hotel, listening to the cheerful driver’s rapid-fire talk, was also enjoyable, making for a very satisfying experience.
Overall, from the hotel pickup to the return, it takes about 2 hours, so if you have any free time, I highly recommend giving it a try!
以前から興味のあった、パラセーリング。Hawaiiで体験できれば申し分ない。
・・・ということで、行ってまいりました。相方のカミさんは、高いのはダメなので、一人参加でした。
私の参加したグループ（16:00）は私以外の10名全て外人。送迎からホテル帰着まで、全て英語ONLYでした。現地には日本語わかるスタッフが居るので、英語ダメな方は、事前に伝えておいたほうが良いかも知れません。とは言え私もそんなに堪能なわけではないですが、陽気なガイドさんとのやり取りを、かえって楽しめた部分もあるので、それはそれで面白いと思いますが。
日によるとは思いますが、私の行った日はかなり船が揺れた（特に湾から出るちょっとビビるくらいの高さの波でした）ので、船に弱い方は要注意と思います。
船でもは、いい感じにいい加減(？)な乗りの良い陽気な船長とクルー2名が対乗船。ノリの良い音楽をかけて踊りながらJokeを飛ばし、終始笑いの絶えない、クルーズでした。とは言え、安全に係る説明や指示は、的確にわかりやすく、説明はすべて英語ですが、そんなに難しい手順があるわけでもなく、まあなんとかなります。
本来はSOLO(1人)では飛ばせないようなのですが、生憎皆さんペアでの参加でしたので、結局SOLOで飛部事になりました。きちんと風や揺れの状況見て判断するから大丈夫と、このあたりもいい加減なようで、きちんとしてます（まあ当たり前ですが (笑)）
今回は高さ150mのコースでしたが、上がってみると、想像していたより高い！上空では船のエンジン音も聞こえなくなり、静かなことに驚きます。遠くにダイアモンドヘッドの全景、丸い水平線、ホノルルの高層ホテル群や白い砂浜を遠望し、風の音だけを聞きながらの念願の空中散歩は最高でした。
お約束で最後に水に落とされ、皆とハイタッチしながら寄港。
また、陽気なドライバーさんのマシンガントークを聞きながらのホテルまでの帰り道も楽しく、大満足な体験ができました。
TOTALではホテルでのピックアップから帰るまで、2時間程度になりますので、少しでも時間が空けられる方は、ぜひ一度お試しください。
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It was my first experience with parasailing. The scenery was, of course, beautiful, and I enjoyed it throughout the cruise. Even though I took motion sickness medication, I started to feel a bit nauseous towards the end, so I think it's best for those who are anxious to definitely take the medication beforehand. For those traveling to Hawaii, it's an easy activity to participate in, and I would recommend it to friends who are interested in parasailing. One thing that I found a bit unsatisfactory was that the price was the same even without transportation. They also firmly requested a tip in broken Japanese.
パラセーリング初体験でした。景色はもちろんの事、クルーズ中も楽しめます。
酔い止め飲んでても最後の方気持ち悪くなったので、不安な方は必ず酔い止め飲んでおいた方が良いと思います。ハワイ旅する方には手軽に参加できるし、パラセーリング友達にもおすすめしたいアクティビティーです。
ひとつだけ、送迎なしでも同価格ってのが納得のいかない所ですかね。チップも片言の日本語できっちり要求されました。
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The surf lesson I participated in this time was carefully taught by the staff, focusing on beginners. There were also staff members who spoke Japanese, and the surfer staff who supported us in the water used simple Japanese to explain things, making it easy to understand! I would love to try surfing again!
今回参加したこのサーフレッスンは初心者向けの内容を丁寧にスタッフの方が教えてくれていました。また、日本語を話せるスタッフの方もいますし、海に入ってサポートしてくれるサーファーのスタッフも日本語を簡単ですが使って教えてくれるのでわかりやすかったです！
またサーフィンをやってみたいです！
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It was my first time, but I was able to ride the waves! Everyone was very kind and taught us well. We were divided into two groups, with one teacher who was very attentive (possibly a teacher for smaller classes) and another who encouraged us to practice more. I ended up with the practice-oriented teacher, so I was able to ride the waves many times. However, it really requires a lot of stamina, so it's best to be prepared. I got tired halfway through.
Also, the next day, you will definitely feel quite sore! But I’m glad I did it.
As a note, it's better to eat lightly before surfing. My husband ate too much for breakfast and ended up feeling sick, so he could only ride the waves twice and spent most of the time watching from the beach (laughs).
初めてだけど、波に乗れました！みなさん丁寧に教えてくれます。
2つグループに分かれていて、丁寧に教えてくれる先生（もしかしたら少人数レッスンの先生かも）とどんどん実践をさせる先生がいました。
私は実践させる先生にあたったので、何度も何度も波にのれました。
ただ、本当に体力が必要なので、心して行ったほうが良いです。私は途中でバテてしまったので。
あと、次の日はかなり筋肉痛になります！でもやってよかったです。
注意点としては、サーフィン前のご飯は少なめのほうが良いです。一緒に行った夫は朝ごはんを食べすぎてしまい、気持ち悪くなって2本しか波に乗れず、ほとんど浜辺で見ていました（苦笑）
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Parasailing off the coast of Kaka'ako was fun with great weather. It was my first time in 20 years, and it was amazing. The pickup location changed due to a parade, but I had checked it out the day before, so it was fine.
カカアコ沖でのパラセリングお天気も良く楽しかったです。
２０年ぶりにしましたが最高でした。
ピックアップ場所がパレードの為変更になりましたが前日に
下見に行ったので大丈夫でした。
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Great Experience parasailing @ Waikiki. No issues finding the smallish “World Headquarters” and the crew was a blast. Definitely go big with the 1000’ option. Great views of Waikiki and Diamond Head.
I participated with my mother. On the day, there were only three of us, including another group of women. After enjoying the view 150 meters up in the air with my mother, we unexpectedly went up again with the other group of women! I’m grateful for the staff's thoughtful arrangement! I was a bit anxious since everything was in English, but they humorously said, "You are a lucky girl!" and we got to enjoy another aerial walk. The view was amazing, and it became a lifelong memory.
母と二人で参加しました。
当日は私たちともう一組女性の方の3人のみで、先に母と150ｍ上空に上がって景色を楽しんだ後、まさかまさかのもう一組の女性と二人で上空に！スタッフの粋なはからいに感謝！全部英語なので不安でしたが、「ユーアーラッキーガール！」とユーモアたっぷりでもう一度空中散歩を楽しめて、景色も最高で一生の思い出になりました。
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Since my child dislikes skydiving, we opted for parasailing instead. The captain and the pilot provided explanations in simple Japanese, which were more than enough. The parasailing experience ascended in no time, and my child was able to enjoy the breathtaking views from the sky without feeling scared. Next, I would love to try super javelin!
子供がスカイダイビングを嫌がるので
パラセーリングにしました。
キャプテンと操縦士さんは楽しく
片言の日本語で説明でも十分でした。
パラセーリングはあっと言う間に上がり
子供も怖がる間もなく、空から絶景をみる事が出来ました(^^)
次はスーパージャボンがして見たいなぁ〜
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The shuttle staff were kind, and the staff on the board were really funny, making it a lot of fun! For first-timers, there might be a little fear at the moment of takeoff, but you quickly go up, and once you reach 150 meters, you can see the hotel and Diamond Head, which was really beautiful! Also, everyone participating, except for the staff, were Japanese, so I was able to chat with them comfortably! Since it was a tandem parasailing experience and I was participating alone, I flew together with another Japanese woman I met there! By the way, she flew twice!
送迎の方も優しく、ボードのスタッフもすごく面白い方ですごく楽しかったです！初めての方は飛ぶ瞬間少し怖さがあるかもですが、一瞬にして上まで行きますし、150mまで達してたら
ホテルやダイヤモンドヘッドなどが一望できすごく綺麗でした！また参加している方はスタッフ以外、日本人の方だったので仲良く話すことも出来ました！2人乗りのパラセーリングだったので1人での参加だったので、そこで初めましての他の日本人女性の方と一緒に飛びました！ちなみその方には2回飛んで頂きました！
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I experienced the 120m plan. It was my first time parasailing, and flying over the beautiful ocean in Hawaii felt amazing. The location is also close to Waikiki, and since the duration is short, I recommend it because you can enjoy other activities or shopping afterward.
120mプランを体験しました。
パラセイリングは初めてでしたが、ハワイの綺麗な海の上を飛ぶのは最高に気持ちが良かったです。
体験場所もワイキキから近く、時間も短いので終わってから他のアクティビティや買物等楽しめるのでおススメです。
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This was my dads first dive in Hawaii while visiting and we could not have had a better morning diving with Divemaster Red! The first spot we dove for our deep dive was the Sea Tiger ship wreck which sits in about 115' of water yet is only about a half mile out. The wreck was full of life. We saw a big sea turtle, eels, a white tip reef shark and many different fish species including a frog fish. Our divemaster Red is insanely good at finding all kinds of difficult to spot marine life. There was also a few spots on the wreck that are opened up and safe to swim through if you are comfortable. The second spot we dove was the old Kewalo drain pipe. The visibility at this spot was absolutely perfect. There were so many different fish swimming around the reef. Red did not disappoint on this dive either! He found a tako (octopus) that we were able to take pictures of. He also found a few other rare, very difficult to find reef fish that I had never seen before! We couldn't have possibly enjoyed our time underwater more! The captain of the boat was hilarious keeping everyone entertained while top side. Due to the proximity of these awesome dive sites to the boat harbor it seemed like the longest amount of time spent on the boat was for our surface interval, which would be nice for those who get sea sick easily. Lucky for us, conditions were calm and perfect and we couldn't have had a better morning of diving. My best advice is to stay close to the Divemaster and pay close attention because they are looking for awesome things to show you that you would otherwise miss.
I think it was about an hour with each group lasting around 10 minutes. While waiting below, I thought 10 minutes would be short, but the time spent in the air during parasailing felt long. It was quite stable with little swaying, making it more comfortable than being on the boat. If the weather is good, the view is fantastic. I had some money with me for tips, but I was unsure how much to give.
1組10分程度で約1時間くらいだったと思います。
下で待っている間は10分は短いかなと思ってましたが、パラセイリングで上空にいる時間は長く感じました。揺れることも少なく安定していたのでボートより快適でした。
天気が良ければ景色も最高です。
持ち物に多少のお金とあり、チップ用ですがいくら渡したらよいのか迷いました。
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We went parasailing at my husband's request. I wasn't sure about the height, but we chose the middle option of 120 meters. It felt great to speed across the water on the boat, and it was enjoyable to watch the other passengers flying as well. Flying ourselves was truly the best experience. During the descent, we playfully dipped into the water, which also became a nice memory.
夫の希望でパラセイリングへ。高さはよくわからなかったけど、中間の１２０M にしました。
ボートで風を切って走っていくのも気持ちいいですし、同乗者の方が飛んでいるのを見ているのも気持ちいいですし、自分たちが飛んでいるのも本当に最高でした。下降のときに、いたずらで海面ばっちゃんされるのですが、それもいい思い出です。
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I challenged myself to 150 meters. At first, I was a bit lost, but once I tried it, it was so much fun that I absolutely recommend the 150 meters and the water splash!
Everyone except us was from overseas, so I felt a bit out of place, but the guide spoke to us in broken Japanese and made sure we were okay, so I never got bored.
If you ask, they will take photos for you! There were some unique shots, and I was really glad I had them take pictures since it was such a special trip.
150メートルを挑戦しました。
はじめは迷いましたが、やってみるととても楽しかったので絶対150と水ドボンをおすすめします！
私たち以外は全員外国の方で少しアウェイ感を感じましたが、ガイドの方がカタコトの日本語で気にかけて話しかけてくれたので退屈することはなかったです。
写真もお願いすると撮ってくれます！
中にはユニークな写真もあって、せっかくの旅行なので撮ってもらってよかったなあと思いました。
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We went to Hawaii for our honeymoon. We also tried parasailing for the first time. We challenged ourselves to the highest level at 150 meters, and my wife, who has a fear of heights, really enjoyed it. I think being higher allows for a longer time in the air, making it even more enjoyable. It became the best memory for us.
新婚旅行で初めてのハワイに。
パラセイリングも初めて体験しました。
一番高い150mにチャレンジしましたが、高所恐怖症の妻もすごく楽しんでいました。
高い方が空中にいる時間も長いので、より楽しめると思います。
最高の思い出になりました。
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I took a different surfing lesson in Hawaii five years ago, but I couldn't stand up at all, so this was my second challenge. Surprisingly, I was able to stand and ride the waves! The instructor must be really good. Surfing is definitely fun when you can catch the waves! I highly recommend it!
サーフィンは5年前に同じハワイで別のレッスン受けましたが、まともに立てづに終わり今回2回目のチャレンジ。
なんと立てて乗れました！
教え方が上手いんでしょうね。
サーフィンはやはり波に乗れれば楽しい！
是非オススメです！
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We take a small boat to the flying location, and it can be quite rocky! If you're prone to motion sickness, definitely bring some medication. I sometimes get sick if I'm not feeling well, but on this day, I was sleep-deprived and had no issues enjoying myself. On the other hand, my husband started feeling sick on the way back to land and was a bit groggy for a while.
The guide was very professional, and I felt completely at ease leaving things in their hands. If you're feeling a little scared, you should definitely give it a try!
飛ぶ場所まで小さめの船で向かうのですが、結構揺れる！酔いやすい方は絶対に酔い止めが必要です。
私はたまに体調が悪いと酔うけど、この日は寝不足でも問題なく楽しめました。
一方、旦那は帰りに陸へ向かう途中で酔い始め、しばらくグロッキーでした汗
ガイドさんはすごくプロフェッショナルで
安心して任せられましたし
ちょっと怖いなーって位なら絶対チャレンジするべきです！
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I was a bit scared at first, wondering if parasailing would be okay, but once I took off, it felt amazing and was absolutely the best! The view of Waikiki from the sky was also really beautiful.
Since I didn't understand the language and wasn't familiar with the area, I was really worried about whether they would actually come to pick me up at the meeting point, but they arrived just as promised, which was a relief! If I have the chance again, I definitely want to do it once more!
パラセイリングって大丈夫かな？と、待ってる間最初はちょっと怖かったんですが…飛んでみると、とても気持ち良くてメチャクチャ最高⤴️⤴️でした❗️空から見えるワイキキも、とっても素敵でした
集合場所は、言葉もわからず、土地勘もないので、本当に送迎に来てくれるか？と心配でしたが、ちゃんと来てくれてホッとしました❗️
また機会あれば、ぜひもう一度やってみたいです❗️
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It was great that I could ride easily in just two hours. The scenery was amazing!! However, the photo data I purchased at the end was corrupted and couldn't be read. I understand that such things can happen, but in other active options, I received a letter with contact information and methods in case the receipt and data couldn't be read. Unfortunately, I didn't receive that from Hands Harden. I even gave a proper tip... It's disappointing because I was looking forward to it.
2時間で簡単に乗れて良かったです。
景色も最高‼︎
でも最後に購入させてもらった写真のデーターが壊れてて読み取れませんでした。
そういう場合もあると思うので仕方ないですが
他のアクティブオプションでも撮って下さった写真を購入した事ありますが領収書とデーターが読み込めなかった時の連絡先、方法などが記入した手紙もちゃんと頂きました。
こちらのハンズハーデンさんは無かったです。
チップもちゃんとお渡ししたのに‥
残念です。楽しみにしてたのに。
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I had experienced stand-up paddleboarding a few times in my local sea, but it was my first time in the waters of Waikiki. The waves were a bit rough, making it difficult to maintain my balance, but thanks to the kind support of the instructor, I had a great time. Thank you!
SUPは何度か地元の海で体験していましたが、ワイキキの海では初めてでした。
波は少し荒めでバランスをとるのが難しかったですが、インストラクターの親切な対応で楽しく過ごせました。
ありがとうございました！
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The staff at the reception spoke Japanese, which was great. On the day of the visit, there were only two groups, so the wait time was short, and we enjoyed the boat ride to the midway point without feeling seasick.
I'm not good with heights, but I managed to handle the 90 meters. However, it might be tough in case of strong winds.
The crew on the boat consisted of two members who didn't speak Japanese, but they were friendly, so I gave them a $10 tip.
I'm unsure whether I would repeat the experience, but I would recommend it at least once.
受付の方は日本語okでした。
当日は2組で待ち時間も少なく、途中のポイントまでのボートが気持ちよく酔いもせずに楽しめました。
高所は苦手なのですが９０ｍはなんとかいけましたが
もし強風などの場合厳しいかもしれません。
船上のクルーは二人で日本語はできませんでしたが
感じはよかったのでチップを１０ドルお渡ししました。
リピートするかどうかは悩みますが１度はお勧めです
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This was my second time in Hawaii, but I participated with my boyfriend who was there for the first time. He was a bit scared at first because he isn't great with heights, but he had an amazing time!! I'm so glad I brought him along!!
The staff spoke English and were very friendly, so I felt comfortable participating. If you want photos, they ask you before you fly, so I don't think you'll be pressured into spending money.
二回目のハワイでしたが、ハワイ初の彼氏と一緒に参加しました^ ^
彼氏は高いところが少し苦手だったので最初は怖がっていましたが、めちゃくちゃ楽しんでいました！！連れて行ってよかった！！^ ^
何度か海にジャボンしてくれるので、最高です^ ^
スタッフの方は英語ですが、いろいろ話しかけてくれるので安心して参加できます^ ^
写真が欲しい方は、飛ぶ前に聞かれるので無理にお金を取られる事もないと思います。
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My first time parasailing‼️
I highly recommend this‼️
I suggest going for the higher altitude‼️
It's important to thoroughly check the voucher. There was an error with the meeting time, so I had to inquire about it. The local operator was slow to respond, and I was waiting for a while. Finally, two days before, I received a correction email, which was a relief.
I'm glad I didn't have to wait for an hour at a deserted harbor.
人生初のパラセーリング‼️
これはお勧め‼️
高度は高い方をお勧めです‼️
バウチャーはしっかり確認が必要です。集合時間に誤りがあり問い合わせをしました。現地催行会社に問い合わせ中とやらでなかなか返答がきませんでした。再度問い合わせ２日前にやっと訂正メールがあり一安心。
何もないハーバーで１時間も待つことにならず良かったぁ。
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Since I made the reservation on the day of arrival... I couldn't predict the timing... and I caused quite a bit of inconvenience... but I am truly grateful! They changed the time for me, and I was able to enjoy parasailing! I chose a height of 150 meters! It was quite high, and the weather in Hawaii was perfect! Flying while looking down at Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach from above felt amazing (*^^*) For those who are not comfortable with heights... 150 meters might be a bit too high, so perhaps you could enjoy it at a lower height? It was really nice to fly while feeling the wind.
到着日に予約したため…時間が読めず…かなりご迷惑をおかけしてしまいましたが…
本当にありがたいことに！時間を変更していただき！パラセイリングを漫喫することができました！
高さは150mを選びました！
かなり高さがありハワイの海で～天気も最高！
ダイヤモンドヘッドにワイキキビ－チを上から眺めながらの飛行は！とっても気持ちが良かったです(*^^*)
高いのがダメな方は…150はちょっと高めかもしれないので…そのしたあたりで楽しんでみてはどうでしょうか？
風を感じながら飛行できるのは～
とても良かったです。
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He was a cheerful reggae-loving teacher who seemed a bit eccentric, but when the waves came, he switched to serious mode. When he told me to stand up, I surprisingly managed to ride the waves! There were no other students, so it ended up being a private lesson, and it seemed like time didn't matter; we only finished when I finally said I was tired! It was worth every penny!
陽気なレゲイ好きのちょっと怪しい先生だったけど、波がくると真剣モードで、先生が立てーって言って立つとなぜか不思議なくらい波に乗れました！！他に生徒はいなくて結局プライベートレッスンで、時間も関係無しなのかこっちが疲れたって言ってやっと終了したくらいでした！お値段以上です！
Dear mnm,
Thank you very much for your 5-star review. All of our lessons are private, so we do not mix unknown customers in group lessons, allowing for a fulfilling experience. The instructor is a very friendly staff member named Izah, who is quite proficient in Japanese. You can also request a specific staff member for your next visit, so please feel free to do so! (Of course, other instructors are also welcome!)
We look forward to your next visit!
mnm様:
5つ星の口コミ、誠に有難うございます。弊社のレッスンは全てプライべーどですので、知らないお客様を混ぜてグループレッスンは行っておりませので、充実してレッスンを受けることが出来ます。インストラクターは”アイザ”（IZAH)という名の者で、日本語もかなり出来るとてもフレンドリーなスタッフです。弊社のスタッフを指名する事も可能ですので、次回また参加になられる方は是非指名してください。(もちろん他のインストラクターでも構いませんが！）
またのお越しをお待ちしております！
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The meeting place was the beach counter at the Royal Hawaiian, so it was easy to find by walking along the beach. When I spoke to the staff at the counter, I was instructed to:
- Place my flip-flops in the designated area
- Wear the rash guard that was drying
- Sit in a chair under the umbrella and wait
The rash guard was not the typical one I expected; it was a long-sleeved yellow one. And perhaps because it hadn't been washed much, it had a bit of a smell, haha. Well, I thought, once I get in the ocean, it will be fine! But if you're concerned, I recommend bringing your own rash guard! I will do that next time too! Haha.
While I was sitting and waiting, someone who seemed to be the instructor called out to me. I introduced myself, thinking this might be the person. They quickly taught me how to ride the board, how to paddle, and how to get back on if I fell. Then, when I was handed the board, I was told, "You can do it!" and directed to head towards the ocean.
Wait, am I going alone already? Feeling anxious, I headed towards the ocean and got on the board as instructed. It was more stable than a surfing board, and it was easy to get on. First, I paddled right while sitting, then left, and I felt a bit reassured as I sensed I was moving forward. Before long, the instructor came and led the way, giving me directional instructions as we moved further out.
Floating on the ocean felt really nice. Just as I was feeling moved by the experience, I heard, "Stand up!" Wait, stand up? Already? Is this the American way of getting used to it physically? I was surprised by how quickly things were moving, but I decided to stand up as I had practiced. I managed to stand up, albeit a bit wobbly.
As I paddled desperately, the instructor shouted, "Dolphin! Dolphin!" There was a pod of dolphins swimming just ahead! I couldn't believe I was seeing a pod of dolphins in the waters of Waikiki! There were about six of them. I was really lucky, and the instructor was excited too.
After that, under the instructor's guidance, I alternated between standing and sitting while experiencing riding the waves, and towards the end, I even saw a rainbow from the board. My first SUP experience started with anxiety, but I’m really glad I gathered the courage to challenge myself.
集合場所はロイヤルハワイアンのビーチカウンターなので、ビーチ沿いに歩けばすぐわかりました。
カウンターにいるスタッフに声をかけたら
・ビーサンを指定の場所に置く
・干してあるラッシュを着る
・パラソルの下の椅子に座って待つ
ことを指示されました。
ラッシュが私が思っていたよくあるラッシュではなく、黄色の長袖でした。
そして、おそらくあまり洗ってないからか少し匂う笑
まぁ海に入ればなんとかなる！と私は切り替えましたが、気になる方はご自分のラッシュを持っていくことをお勧めします！私も次回はそうします！笑
座って待っていると先生らしき人から声をかけられます。
たぶん、この人かと思いながら自己紹介。
早々にボードの乗り方、パドルの操作方法、落ちた時の登り方を教えてもらいました。
じゃあボード持ってと、ボードを持たされると
「you can do it!」
と声をかけられ海に向かうように指示が。
え、これ、もう一人でいく感じなん？
不安になりながらも海に向かい、言われたようにボードに乗りました。
サーフィンのボードより安定感があり、乗るのは簡単にできました。
まずは座った状態で右漕いで、左漕いで
なんとなく前に進んでるのを感じて少し安心
ほどなく先生が来て先頭を進んで私に方向の指示を出してくれながらどんどん沖に進んでいきます。
海の上に浮かぶのは本当に気持ちがよかったです。
と感動もそこそこに
「立って！」
え、立つの？もう？
アメリカって身体で慣れろ精神なんでしょうか？展開が早くてびっくりしましたが、練習したように立って見ることに。
へっぴりごしになりながらもどうにか立てました。
そのまま必死に漕いでると
「ドルフィン！ドルフィン！」
と先生が！
すぐ先にイルカの群れが泳いでました。
まさかワイキキの海でイルカの群れを見れるなんて！6頭ちかくいました。
本当にラッキー、先生も興奮してました。
その後も先生の指示のもと立ったり座ったりしながら、波乗りも体験させてもらって、最後の方にはボードの上から虹まで見れました。
不安から始まった初めてのSUP体験でしたが、本当に勇気をだしてチャレンジして良かったです。
Dear Onigiri,
Thank you very much for your five-star review. Your detailed explanation will be very helpful for those reading it.
As you mentioned, the rash guard is indeed long-sleeved. While it may look like a regular shirt, it is made from a quick-drying material rather than cotton, and it offers SPF 50 protection to shield your skin from UV rays. This rash guard is loved not only by our staff but also by the Waikiki Beach Boys. We apologize for any slight "wet smell" due to its frequent use by various customers throughout the day, but we hope you understand. As you suggested, bringing your own rash guard would be the best option. If you don’t have one, you can also purchase one in advance at our select shop, Waikiki Beach Boy, which has two locations at the Sheraton Waikiki Hotel and the Royal Hawaiian Hotel.
Just like surfing, once you learn to balance on the board, it’s something you won’t forget, similar to riding a bicycle. The more you practice, the better you will get.
Encountering dolphins and a rainbow was very lucky! Occasionally, you can also spot sea turtles! Please be sure to use our services on your next trip to Hawaii!
Mahalo Nui Loa!
おにぎり様:
5つ星の口コミ、誠に有難うございます。内容もとても細かく説明して頂いて、読む方にとても役に立つと思います。
ラッシュガードはおっしゃる通り長袖です。普通のシャツ(？)に見えるかもしれませんが、綿ではなく、水はけのよい素材で作ってあり、そして紫外線からもお肌を守っていただけますよう、SPF５０となっております。このラッシュガードは弊社のスタッフは勿論、ワイキキビーチボーイス達も愛用している物です。一日中色々なお客様に使って頂いているため、多少の”濡れた匂い”は申し訳ございませんが避けることは出来ませんのでご了承ください。おにぎり様がおっしゃる通り、ご自分のラッシュガードを持参して頂くのがベストでしょう。ご自分のを持っていない場合は、弊社のセレクトショップ、ワイキキビーチボーイによって先に購入する事も可能です。ワイキキビーチボーイはシェラトンワイキキホテルとロイヤルハワイアンホテルに2店あります。
サーフィンもそうですが、ボードの上でのバランスは、自転車と同じく一度見につけたら忘れないものですので、言葉ではなく体で覚える物なので、やればやるほど上達なされるはずです。
イルカとの遭遇、そして虹、とてもラッキーでしたね！たまに海亀にも遭遇できるんですよ！
次回の渡ハにも是非弊社のサービスをご利用ください！
マハロヌイロア！
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I challenged myself to 90 meters, but I still had plenty of fun. I also signed up on the departure day, and the quick response from Veltra was very helpful. Even when the shuttle bus was delayed on-site, I received a notification that it would be about 5 minutes late, which made me feel secure participating in an unfamiliar overseas environment. I would like to join again next time.
90メートルに挑戦しましたが、それでもじゅうぶん楽しめました。
また、出発日に申し込みしたのですが、ベルトラさんの対応が早く助かりました。
現地で送迎バスが遅れる際にも、５分程遅れますとの連絡もいただけ、慣れない海外でも安心して参加できました。
次回もまた参加したいです。
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Since it was a private lesson, I was taught carefully and thoroughly, and I had a lot of fun. If I have the chance to go to Hawaii again, I would like to request it again.
プライベートレッスンだったので、じっくり丁寧に教えていただきとても楽しかったです。またハワイに行くことがあったらお願いしたいと思います。
Dear Toshi-chan,
Thank you very much for the four-star review. It seems you had a one-on-one lesson. I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it!
We look forward to your next visit! Aloha!
トシちゃん様:
４つ星の口コミ、誠に有難うございます。マンツーマンのレッスンを受けられたようですね。楽しんで頂けて何よりです！
またのお越しをお待ちしております！アロハ！
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I went parasailing with my dad after he said he wanted to! The person in charge spoke a little Japanese, and when they realized we were father and child, they called my dad "Papa" and even splashed us in the water once, which was a lot of fun. You can buy the photos taken on an SD card for $30 (for those who want it), and I think it's a good deal since there are about 100 pictures included. We bought the SD card, took photos with our phones, and also captured the view from above with our own digital camera.
父がしたい！と言った一言で父と一緒にパラセーリングをしました。担当してくれた方は少し日本語が出来る方で私と父が親子と分かると父の事をPapaって呼んだり、一回水ボチャンをしたりととても楽しかったです。SDカードで撮ってくれた写真を30ドルで買うのですが（ほしい人は）、100枚前後入っているのでお得かと思います。
私達はSDカードも買って、携帯でも次の人に撮ってもらって、自分のデジカメで上からの景色も撮りました。
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