Reviewed by: simapon
I saw the whales' spouts and backs, but I felt a bit of a gap compared to the image I had in mind. However, considering it was a morning cruise off Waikiki, I think it was still quite enjoyable.
クジラの潮吹きや背中は見えましたが、イメージしてるクジラの姿とは少しギャップを感じました。ただ、朝のワイキキ沖クルーズと思えば十分アリかなと思います。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/19 |
Reviewed by: ゆみこ
This was my second time participating. We were the only Japanese people, but even if you can't speak English, they can communicate in simple Japanese, and if you're not allergic to English, I think you can manage with gestures (laughs). I will upload a photo taken when we arrived at the snorkeling point after heading out to sea. The water and sky were both very beautiful and soothing. Life jackets and snorkeling sets (without fins) are included in the cost and are provided for free. This time, we were lucky enough to see three sea turtles! It was late December, but since I was wearing a long-sleeved rash guard, I didn't feel cold and enjoyed it. After snorkeling, free water and snacks (like chips and cookies) are distributed. I had two cups of sparkling water (I think it was $3 each). Payment is made all at once after arrival (I paid $10 including tips). On the way back, the boat rocked so much that it felt like a banana boat, which entertained the passengers (laughs), but the inside of the boat was flooded. There were about two people who seemed to be seasick and were feeling exhausted, but the staff kindly helped them by letting them smell some aromatherapy. I had a great time again. I will definitely participate next time I go to Hawaii!
2回目の参加です。日本人は私達だけですが英語が話せなくても簡単な日本語は話してくれますし、英語アレルギーが無ければ身振り手振りでも何とかなると思います(笑)。沖まで出てシュノーケルポイントに到着した時の写真をアップロードします。海の中も空もとてもキレイで癒されました。ライフジャケットとシュノーケルセット(足ひれ無し)は費用に含まれているので無料で配布されます。今回は運が良くウミガメ3匹を見る事ができました!12月下旬でしたが長袖のラッシュガードを着ている事もあり寒さを感じる事無く楽しめました。シュノーケル後は無料でお水やお菓子(チップスやクッキーなど)が配られます。私は有料のスパークリング(3ドルだったかな?)を2杯もらいました。支払いは到着後まとめて払います(私はチップ込で10ドル払いました)。帰りはバナナボートかと思うくらい大きく揺らして乗客を楽しませてくれたので(笑)船内は大洪水でした。2人位船酔いのようでぐったりしている方がいましたがスタッフの方がアロマを嗅がせたり優しく対応をしていました。今回もとても楽しめました。次回ハワイに行く時も、必ず参加します!!
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/20 |
Reviewed by: Jeff
The overall cruise was extremely disappointing because throughout the entire cruise we saw a single whale spout either 4 or 5 times as it exhaled and a brief cloud of mist was observable for about 2 seconds. Because the spouts were so brief, I only actually saw 2 of them. However, technically, we did see a whale and were not eligible for a free re-booking.
I don't blame Star of Honolulu for the lack of whales - they are wild animals! But, I did expect more from them and am disappointed that seeing mist from a whale for a total of less than 20 seconds in a multi-hour cruise at least 100 yards away is considered a whale sighting.
Other than the lack of seeing whales - which was the entire point of going on the cruise! - the cruise itself is actually pretty good. The employees were very friendly, the food was better than expected (bring your own coffee though), and the views of Oahu from the ocean are gorgeous.
The ship is a bit dated and worn around the edges, but it was clean and offered a lot of indoor and outdoor viewing options. Because there are 4 decks, I never felt like it was crowded even though there were a lot of people on board.
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| Packages: | Morning Whale Watching Cruise with Breakfast Buffet - Most Popular! (2 Hours) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/21 |
Reviewed by: 安芸のハイビスカス
During this trip to Hawaii, I enjoyed snorkeling for the first time and, feeling adventurous, I booked this tour online while I was there. As mentioned in other people's experiences, we had a great time with our cheerful guide (a Japanese woman). We were able to spot sea turtles multiple times. The main area, the ocean of heaven, had water up to my waist, but it was shallow enough to walk, so it was fine. There were mostly newlyweds, and since the guide was taking pictures for them, my husband and I also had some taken. There were comments about the sandwiches being meager, so I’ll post a photo. American sandwiches are usually like that, but they were filling and delicious. I would like to join again, aiming for low tide.
今回のハワイ旅行で、初めてスノーケリングを楽しみ、調子に乗って、現地でネットで今回のツアーを申し込みました。
他の方の体験談にもあった通り陽気なガイドさん(日本人女性)に乗せられて、楽しく過ごせました。
ウミガメも何回も目撃に成功しました。
メインの天国の海は腰まで水があったのですが、歩けるくらいでしたので、良しとすべきでしょう。
ほとんど新婚さんで、ガイドさんに写真を撮ってもらっていたので、私たち夫婦も負けずに撮ってもらいました。
サンドイッチが貧相だったという意見もあったので、写真を投稿します。アメリカのサンドイッチはあんなもんですが、ボリューム満点で美味しかったですよ。
また干潮をねらって参加したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/02 |
Reviewed by: マキマリイ
I was nervous about whether we would actually get to see it, but we were able to see it clearly, and the kids were thrilled! Even if we hadn't seen it, I felt that cruising would have been enough, so I'm really glad we participated.
実際に見れるかドキドキでしたが、しっかりと見ることができて子供も大喜びでした!
見れなくてもクルージングできればいっかという感じでしたので本当に参加して良かったです。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed whale watching and that your children were happy as well. Please do come and visit us again. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
クジラの観測をお楽しみいただき、お子様にも喜んでいただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非また遊びにいらして下さい。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/16 |
Reviewed by: Debs
Saw the chief in 1985 at PCC. Loved his wit & charm then. So glad he has come so far. Still as great as ever. Was touched by the couples dancing & Make a Wish kids. Would recommend this smaller luau to everyone!!
Thank you, Chief!
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/11 |
Reviewed by: ひろし
At Japanese pools, you usually have to wait in long lines to enjoy the slides, but here the park isn't too large and it wasn't crowded, so we were able to play one after another right after the park opened. Be careful with the high slides, as you have to carry your own float to the entrance and climb up from the bottom.
This time, I chose a BBQ plan because I wanted to take advantage of the free perks, but I think the entry ticket with transportation is sufficient if you don't use the perks. In fact, we didn't use the soft drinks. That said, the free perks were very helpful, and the park was fun, so I was satisfied.
日本のプールのスライダーは長蛇の列に並ばないと遊べませんが、ここは園内もそこまで広くないですし混雑もしてなかったので開園直後から次から次に遊ぶことができました。高いところにあるスライダーはふもとでその浮き輪を自分たちで持って入り口まで登らないといけないのでご注意を。
今回無料特典を利用したかったのでBBQ付のプランにしましたが、特典利用無しなら送迎付き入場券で十分だと思います。実際ソフトドリンクは利用しませんでした。とはいえ無料特典は大変助かりましたし園も面白かったので満足です。
Aloha,
I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed your time. We look forward to your next visit.
アロハ、
楽しんで頂けたようで大変うれしいです。またのお越しをお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き】BBQランチ食べ放題付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/13 |
Reviewed by: ぴくしぃ
I participated with my friend's family, and as we got closer to the area, we were able to see the spouts several times. However, since we were only able to see the spouts from quite a distance, the kids started saying it was "boring."
Just when I thought we probably wouldn't see any jumps like those in the photos, the whales put on a fantastic show.
We were able to see all the whale behaviors listed on the ship, and we were very satisfied. Both the kids and the parents were thrilled to finish the tour. I know that since they are living creatures, it might not be like this every time.
友人家族と参加しましたが、ポイント付近に近づくとすぐに潮吹きが何度もみれました。
しかし、かなり離れたところからたまに上がる潮吹きを見ていただけなので、子供たちが「つまらない」と言い始めてしまいました。
あぁ、写真で見られるようなジャンプとかはなかなか見られないんだなと思っていたら、クジラの大サービスが始まりました。
船内に書いてあるクジラの行動パターンはすべてみられる事が出来て大満足です。
子供たちも親も大興奮でツアーを終えることが出来ました。
相手は生き物なので毎回こうはいかないと思いますが。
Thank you very much for boarding with us. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back on board when you visit Hawaii again.
この度は、ご乗船頂きまして、誠にありがとうございました。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私どもも大変嬉しく思っております、ハワイにお越しの際には、またご乗船頂けます様、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/08 |
Reviewed by: ことり
I didn't see any whales, sea turtles, or dolphins at all. I would appreciate some further explanation regarding the inability to see whales. I believe there was only audio recording, and there were no special announcements. They were distributing tickets for reboarding the next day to those who wanted them, but I couldn't use them due to other plans. Although there is a policy that refunds are not available, I think it would be nice to have some consideration, such as a souvenir, in case we didn't see anything.
クジラもウミガメイルカももいっさい何も見れませんでした。
クジラが見れないことについて何かもう少し解説などあればと思います。
録音の音声だけで、特別なアナウンスはなかったと思います。
翌日再乗船できるチケットを希望者に配布していましたが、他の予定もあるので利用できませんでした。
返金はできないという規定ですが、見れなかった場合には記念品などの配慮があってもよいのではと思いました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We are very sorry to hear that you were unable to observe any whales this time.
We will translate your comments into English and forward them to the responsible manager to help improve future cruises.
Thank you for your valuable feedback.
We look forward to welcoming you back again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回はクジラをご観測いただけなかったとの事で大変残念に思います。
いただきましたコメントは英語訳の上、担当のマネージャーに転送させて頂き、
今後のクルーズ改善に役立たせて頂きます。
貴重なご意見有難うございました。
またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/10 |
Reviewed by: Danielle
We were told that going to Hawaii we had to go to a luau and we were not disappointed at all! The staff at chiefs luau were absolutely amazing, the food was fantastic but the overall experience is something we'll never forget. Thank you so much for a one of a kind and magical experience. I don't have enough good things to say, just do it!!
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| Packages: | Royal Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/13 |
Reviewed by: Joe
We didn't pay for the meal, instead we ate ahead of time. We had a nice time. Saw some whales, but not very close. Still it was worth the price for a morning out on the ocean.
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| Packages: | 2-hour Morning Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Noelani
Unfortunately, I didn't get to see any whales. However, the weather was nice and the waves were calm, so the breeze felt pleasant. I was satisfied with the view of Waikiki and Diamond Head from offshore.
残念ながらクジラには会えなかったです。
でも良いお天気で波も穏やかだったので風が気持ちよく
沖合から眺めたワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドで満足しました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very sorry that you were unable to observe any whales this time. Please do come back to search for whales again. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回はクジラをご観測いただく事が出来ず、大変残念に思います。
是非またクジラを探しにいらして下さい。
またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/10 |
Reviewed by: HIRO
I was worried about the weather, but even if it rained during this time, it stopped quickly (raincoats were provided). The sunset behind the stage was very beautiful. There were many participants due to Christmas, but the seats were close, allowing us to fully enjoy the show. The show was authentic and very impressive.
天気が心配でしたが、この時期は雨が降ってもすぐにやみました(カッパが配られました。)
舞台のバックでは夕景が非常にきれいでした。
クリスマスで非常に参加者が多かったですが、席も近くショウを堪能できました。
ショウは本格的で見ごたえ十分です。
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| Packages: | ゴールデンシート |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/25 |
Reviewed by: Tiger-Snake
We spotted a whale a little offshore!! The captain quickly turned the boat, and we were able to see it multiple times. I was particularly moved by the sight of two whales swimming together, following the boat's stern.
少し沖に出た所でくじら発見!! 船長さんが機転をきかして船は旋回し、何度も何度も見ることができました。特に船の船尾を二頭揃って追尾して泳ぐ姿には感動した。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you were able to observe whales multiple times during your trip. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回、何度もクジラをご観測頂けましたとの事で大変嬉しく思います。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+カルチャー体験+昼食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/12 |
Reviewed by: やっちゃん
After about a 30-minute voyage from the port to offshore Waikiki, the whale watching began. For the first 30 minutes, there were no whales in sight at all. After that, we spotted tails and spouts about five times, with intervals of 5 to 15 minutes. Although we didn't see any spectacular jumps, we were able to see the whales.
The view of the hotels in Waikiki and Diamond Head from offshore is truly breathtaking. The curry rice for lunch was very Japanese, and while the variety was limited, the other dishes were delicious as well. The waves offshore Waikiki weren't high, but since we slowed down to drift between the waves while searching for whales, some people did experience seasickness.
港からワイキキ沖まで30分ほど航海して、クジラウォッチングが始まります。最初の30分ほどはまったくクジラが見当たりませんでした。その後、5分から15分間隔で、尾ひれや潮吹きが5回ほど見られました。豪快にジャンプをするところはありませんでしたが、なんとかクジラを見ることができました。
沖合いから見るワイキキのホテルやダイアモンドヘッドは本当に絶景です。ランチのカレーライスも日本的で、品数は少ないですが他の料理も美味しいです。ワイキキ沖は波は高くありませんが、クジラを見つけるのに速度を落として波間を漂うので、船酔いする人もいました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/12 |
Reviewed by: サリー
I was disappointed that I couldn't see any whales. It seems that the other people on the same tour also only caught a glimpse, but couldn't see them clearly. The view of the beach and Diamond Head from the sea is beautiful, so I think it's a good tour for first-time visitors to Hawaii. However, for those who have been there multiple times, it might feel a bit lacking.
ホエール見れなくて残念でした。
同じツアーの方も、見えたかも?ぐらいでハッキリとは見えなかったようです。
ビーチやダイヤモンドヘッドを海から見る景色は良いので、ハワイに初めて行く人にはいいツアーだと思います。
何度も行っている人には物足りないと思いました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very sorry to hear that you were unable to clearly observe the whales this time. Please do come back to search for whales again. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回はハッキリとしたクジラの姿をご観測いただけなかったとの事で大変残念に思います。
是非またクジラを探しにいらして下さい。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/31 |
Reviewed by: alfa75
I came to Hawaii in January when whales are often seen, so I decided to sign up for a tour. It ended in the morning, which made it easy to plan my day.
There were not many Japanese people.
Since the pickup was around 7 AM, I had lunch in my room. It seemed like there was time to have breakfast before the boat reached the whale watching point, so a plan that included breakfast might have been nice.
Although I couldn't see them up close, I was able to see dolphins and whales multiple times. I wondered if there are days when you can't see them.
Just seeing Diamond Head from the boat is worth it.
クジラが良くいる1月にハワイに来たので、せっかくなので申し込みました。
午前中に終わるので予定か立てやすかったです。
日本人は少なかったです。
ピックアップが7時頃でしたので、昼食は部屋で取りました。
船がクジラポイント近くに来るまでに朝食が食べれるようでしたので
朝食付きプランでもよかったかも。
近くでは見ることができませんでしたが
何度も、イルカ・クジラを見ることができて
見れない日があるのかな とも思いました。
船からダイヤモンドヘッドを見るだけでも価値があります。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very sorry to hear that you were unable to observe the whales up close this time. For whale protection, we are not allowed to approach within 100 yards, but there are friendly whales that sometimes come close to the boat. We hope you will come back to meet those whales again. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございます。
今回はクジラの姿を近くでご観測いただけなかったとの事で大変残念に思います。
クジラ保護の為100ヤード以内には近づけない様になっておりますが、それでもフレンドリーなクジラがいて、
クジラの方から船に近づいて来てくれる時もございます。
是非また、そんなクジラ達に会いにいらして下さい。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/02 |
Reviewed by: プルメリア
I have been to Oahu, Hawaii Island, and Maui many times, but I had never been to Kauai because I had a strong image of it being rural! However, I was surprised when I went! It was the most mystical island! There are many wonderful places to visit, but the breathtaking views of Waimea Canyon truly overwhelmed me! The guide provided detailed information, so I think even first-time solo travelers can enjoy it with peace of mind!
オアフ島、ハワイ島、マウイ島は何度も行ったことがありますが、カウアイ島は田舎というイメージが強くて一度も行ったことありませんでした!
でも、行ってびっくり!一番神秘的な島でした!
素晴らしい場所はたくさんまわりますが、ワイメアキャニオンの絶景は本当に圧倒しました!
ガイドさんも細かく教えてくれて、初めての1人旅行でも安心して楽しめると思います!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/12 |
Reviewed by: ykm
In January, the water temperature is on the lower side, so caution is necessary. We mainly used the pool for small children, and the kids' smiles were bursting with joy.
水温が1月だと低めなので注意が必要です
小さい子向けのプールを主に使いましたが子供の笑顔がはじけていました
Aloha,
Thank you for your valuable feedback. We look forward to your next visit.
アロハ、
貴重なご意見をありがとうございました。又のお越しをお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き】BBQランチ食べ放題付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/07 |
Reviewed by: ykm
I was surprised to see whales near Waikiki. The food was delicious, and we had a great time making leis as a family.
ワイキキ近くでクジラが見えるとはびっくりしました。料理もおいしかったですし、レイ作りも家族で楽しく作れました
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you were able to observe whales up close. During the daytime cruise, you can also enjoy Hawaiian culture activities like lei-making, so I believe there is double the fun to be had! Please do come back with your family. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
近くでクジラをご観測いただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
お昼のクルーズではレイ作りなどのハワイアンカルチャーもお楽しみいただけますので、2倍の楽しみがあると思います!
是非またご家族で遊びにいらして下さい。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+カルチャー体験+昼食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/08 |
Reviewed by: Cunneen
Our 2nd time on this trip with captain bobs and another excellent day
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/03 |
Reviewed by: デロリアン
To be honest, I didn't think it would be possible to see whales this reliably. I wasn't able to see them jumping out of the water, but I was satisfied to see rainbows when they spouted water.
実際のところ見れないことはないとは思いますが、ここまで確実にホエールウォッチングができるとは思っていませんでした。海面上でジャンプするのを見ることができませんでしたが、潮を吹くときに虹が出たりするのも見れたりして満足です。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the whale watching. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
ホエールウォッチをご満足いただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/28 |
Reviewed by: maru555
The sandbar was knee-deep in shallow areas. Since I participated in January and there was some wind, it was a bit chilly. I had heard that it could be cold on the boat and in the bus on the way there and back, so I brought a jacket and a towel, which made my luggage a bit heavy, but I was able to store it under the seats on the boat, so it wasn't a problem.
At the snorkeling point, a sea turtle came very close to me! That was the most exciting moment.
サンドバーは、浅いところでは膝丈位でした。1月参加というのと、風もあったのでやや肌寒かったです。
船上や行き帰りのバス内が寒いと聞いていたので、上着をもっていったりタオルを持っていったりと、荷物が多くなってしまいましたが、船上の椅子の下にしまうことができるので問題ありませんでした。
シュノーケルポイントでは、ウミガメがすぐ近くまで現れてくれました!それが一番の感動ポイントでした。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Kim
Let me start by saying that everyone was so friendly. My husband was here on a business trip so I came to do this tour on my own. The free transportation they provided went very smoothly. Pick up from my hotel and drop off at the end. One of the reasons I picked this tour group was the guarantee to see whales. Upon arriving, they welcome you and let you know where the lunch buffet is and that you can sit on any floor. The weather was beautiful and the sailing was very smooth. Unfortunately, there were no whales or aquatic life to be seen. At the end of the tour I was given a voucher to come back another day. I came back the next. Unfortunately again, I had the same experience. I found out later from locals that it's hard to see them in major boat trafficking areas. So while I didn't get to see any whales or aquatic life, the trip itself was nice. I was able to converse with other travelers and have some nice water time.
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| Packages: | Whale Watch Cruise with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/10 |
Reviewed by: yoaki
I will be boarding the Star of Honolulu, which I've always admired! It's a very beautiful and large ship, and the restrooms are really clean and comfortable.
I opted for the buffet, and I heard that on the day of the cruise, you can add an extra person for $12 for more food. The buffet was very delicious, and I went back for seconds on the sausages! The drink options are plentiful, and you can buy tasty alcoholic beverages if you're willing to spend a little more.
I'm the type to get seasick, and I forgot to bring my motion sickness medication, so I was a bit anxious. However, the ship is large, so it didn't sway much, and I had no problems at all.
The only disappointing thing was that we didn't see any whales. I was excited to join because it was said that there was a high chance of seeing them, but we didn't see any whales, sea turtles, or dolphins—nothing at all. We just ended up staring at the horizon for the entire time.
For those who didn't see anything, there is a free return ticket for the next time, but it seems that it’s only valid for this season and must be used by April of this year. Also, it doesn't include hotel pick-up or the buffet.
Since I only go to Hawaii about once a year, I can't use such a short-term ticket! Moreover, the explanations were given in English, so we, who only understand Japanese, were confused about where to collect the tickets. It seemed that many people returned home without receiving their tickets.
I think it would be helpful if there were a few more staff members who could speak Japanese.
憧れのスターオブホノルル号に乗車します(^ ^)とっても綺麗な大きい船でトイレもすごく綺麗で快適です^ ^
ビュッフェ付きにしましたが、当日にプラス1人12ドルで料理を追加できるとのことでした(*^◯^*)ブュッフェもとても美味しくてウインナーは何回もおかわりしました(^ ^)♡
飲み物も充実していますし、お金を出せば美味しいお酒も買えます!
船酔いするタイプの私ですのですが酔い止めを忘れて乗ってしまい不安でした。ですが船自体が大きいのでそこまで揺れず全く問題なかったです。
ただ一つ残念だったのが、ホエールが見えなかったことです。高い確率で見られるとのことでワクワクして参加しましたが、ホエールは勿論。ウミガメもイルカも何も見えませんでした。
見えないのをただただひたすら海の水平線を眺めて終わりました。
見えなかった方には次回の無料乗船券がもらえるのですが、今期のみで今年の4月までに行かなくてはならないそうで、ホテルへの送迎やブュッフェは付属しないとのことでした。
ハワイに行くのは一年に一度程度ですので、そんなに短い期間の乗船券だと使えません!!
しかも英語で説明されるので日本語しかわからない我々はどこでチケットをもらっていいかわからず戸惑いました。
チケットをもらわずわからないまま帰宅した方も大勢おられたようでした。
もう少し日本語ができるスタッフがいてくれると助かると思います。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed breakfast on board. We are sorry to hear that you were unable to observe any whales this time. Most of our crew members do not speak Japanese, but we have many Japanese guests visiting us every day, so we are happy to assist beyond the language barrier. Please feel free to reach out to the crew next time. We will forward your comments to the manager in charge to help improve our services in the future. Thank you for your valuable feedback. All of our staff look forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
船上で朝食をお楽しみいただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
今回はクジラを観測していただけなかったとの事で残念です。
私共のほとんどのクルーは日本語を話す事が出来ませんが、連日沢山の日本のお客様にお越しいただいておりますので、
言葉の違いを超えて、喜んでお手伝いさせていただいております。
次回は是非お気軽にクルーにお声をお掛けください。
頂きました、コメントは担当のマネージャーに転送させて頂き、今後のサービス改善に役立たせて頂きます。
貴重なご意見有難うございました。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/07 |
Reviewed by: しょうへいくん
We, a couple in our twenties who can't speak any English, went on a 5-day trip to Hawaii for 3 nights. Perhaps due to the timing in mid-December, we were able to travel at less than half the usual cost, making it quite a bargain.
Unfortunately, the weather during our stay was bad, and even in Hawaii, it took a fair amount of courage to get into the sea or pool. On the last day, we were scheduled to depart Hawaii around noon, and that day, the temperature was quite high, perfect for marine sports.
The first activity we participated in while shivering was the "Wet 'n' Wild Hawaii Thrilling Water Slide & All-You-Can-Eat BBQ Lunch Plan." There was a convenient bus service to near our hotel. At the bus stop, various buses arrived for different plans, and we hesitated for a moment about which bus to take, but the bus guide was Japanese, which was a great help for the two of us who couldn't speak English.
When we arrived at the site, we were amazed by the excitement. There were many thrilling attractions that you can't experience in Japan, and we felt the American quality. Laughing, perhaps due to the weather or just luck, we were able to enjoy all the attractions without any wait, riding as much as we wanted. However, it was just so cold. The lunch was a buffet style, and although the variety was limited, it was satisfying. In the afternoon, I couldn't muster the courage to get back into the pool, so I spent the rest of the day relaxing in the heated area.
It's unfortunate that we weren't blessed with good weather, but the attractions were so enjoyable that we forgot about the cold. I recommend visiting this place when you go to Hawaii.
全く英語の話せない20代カップルで3泊5日ハワイの旅へ行って来ました。
12月中旬という時期のせいなのか、旅費が通常の半値以下で行くことができ、かなりお得な旅でした。
残念ながら滞在期間中の天候が悪く、ハワイとはいえ海やプールに入るのはそれなりの根性が必要でした。
最終日はお昼頃にハワイを出発することになっており、その日に限ってかなり気温が高く、絶好のマリンスポーツ日和でした。
私たちがまず始めに凍えながら参加したのは『ウェット・アンド・ワイルド・ハワイ 絶叫ウォータースライダーを楽しもう! / BBQランチ食べ放題プラン』でした。
ホテルの近くまでバスの送迎がありとても便利です。バス停には色々なバスが各プランの送迎にきており乗るバスを一瞬迷いますが、バスガイドが日本人でしたので英語の話せない2人には大変助かりました。
現地に着くとその迫力に驚きました。日本では味わえないようなスリリングなアトラクションが数多くあり、アメリカンクオリティを感じました。笑
天候のせいかたまたまなのか、どのアトラクションも待ち時間なく乗ることができ、乗り放題の状態でした。が、、、とにかく寒かったです。ランチはビュッフェ形式になっており品数こそ少ないものの、満足できる内容でした。午後からはまたプールに入る勇気がでず、温水コーナーでひたすらゆっくりして1日が終わりました。
天候に恵まれなかったのは残念ですが、アトラクションは寒さも忘れる楽しさがありましたので、ハワイを訪れた際にはこちらに行くことをお勧めします。
Aloha,
Thank you for your valuable feedback. I'm sorry to hear that the weather was bad. Please do come back during your stay in Hawaii.
アロハ、
貴重なご意見を頂き、ありがとうございました。お天気が悪かったとの事残念です。
ハワイ滞在の際、又是非お越しください。
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| Packages: | デラックス・パッケージ(BBQビュッフェランチなど含む) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/12/18 |
Reviewed by: Erika
We had a great trip! lots of fun, great weather. The water was a little murky, was hoping it would be clearer but we saw lots of turtles & that was awesome We loved the cruise up past Diamondhead - perfect leghth of tim to enjoy but not get bored. I do think $60 was a little too high for what we got but I will also say my whole family incl 2 teens loved the trip & that made it worth it to me :)
Non alcoholic drinks should be included I think - soda or water at least! The snacks were a nice touch tho. Really enjoyed our outing & would do it again for sure. Great crew too & kocation was perfect for us to walk to from our hotel.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/08 |
Reviewed by: I.M
The weather was bad, so I couldn't fully enjoy the scenery as seen in the photos, but thanks to the skillful photography of the tour guide, I was able to take my favorite pictures.
The lunch was delicious, and I was very satisfied.
天気が悪くて、写真でみる様な景色を満喫できませんでしたが、
添乗員の方の上手な撮影でお気に入りの写真を撮ることが出来ました。
昼食も美味しかったですし、とっても満足しました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン バーベキューランチ付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/05 |
Reviewed by: CATourist
Everything was exactly as promised. I booked this for myself, 46 yr old mom and my family of 4, kids ages 13, 11 and 9 and Hubby. I chose this tour based on the pick-up time from our hotel and the hot lunch. Other tours had earlier times and offered cold cuts. We took the tour from the Sheraton Waikiki.
The boat and snorkeling equipment were in good condition - the location was amazing and just like the brochure.
The hamburgers were satisfying - we were happy to eat them.
We saw about a dozen Sea Turtles - this made my kids very happy.
The reef snorkle was great for me - but felt short.
Staff was excellent, very helpful and congenial - one even played a guitar during lunch - keeping the ambiance light and loose. They managed boat safety and maneuvering well.
You do not need to have athletic ability- just know how to breath and float and you can enjoy it. The seas were extremely mild and I did not get sick or feel nauseous as I am prone to.
The bus did break down headed up Likelike hwy. The tour operators had a replacement bus on site in about 15 minutes so the inconvenience was minimal. They didn't exactly keep us well appraised of the situation but it was managed well- enough.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/06 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Since it is owned by a Japanese person, the overall portion sizes were smaller, and the flavors catered to Japanese tastes. As an Italian restaurant abroad, the food was quite good, so I would like to go again! However, there were more appealing options on the à la carte menu than in the course menu, so I think I will choose that next time. Additionally, the table we were seated at was near the entrance, and with customers coming in and out, it felt a bit hectic. Therefore, I give it four stars.
日本人のオーナーということで、全体的に量は少なめで、味も日本人向けのレストランでした。
海外のイタリアンとしては、上出来のお味ですのでまた行きたいと思います!
ただ、コースよりも単品注文のほうが魅力的なメニューが多かったので、次からはそうすると思います。また通された席が入り口付近で、待ちのお客さんが次々と来るので少しせわしない感じがしました。なので星4つです。
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| Packages: | ディナープラン(Bコース) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/02 |
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Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. On days when we encounter active whales, we can see spectacular jumps. Please come back to search for such whales again. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
アクティブなクジラに遭遇出来た日は豪快なジャンプが見られます。
是非また、そんなクジラを探しにいらして下さい。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル