Reviewed by: makana
It was such a wonderful experience that I can still remember the images vividly. The Ko'olau mountain range viewed from the sea was wrapped in deep mystery, contrasting with the sparkling ocean, and it captivated me. While snorkeling, I discovered a sea turtle swimming near the surface in the blue sea! Although it was only for a few seconds, being able to swim alongside it is an unforgettable memory for a lifetime. When we landed on the sandbar, the angle of the light made the sea display different colors, sparkling in 360 degrees. When I asked the guide to take some photos, they captured great shots by changing the background with prompts like, "Jump in this scenery" and "Sit in the water." I ended up with some beautiful pictures. Additionally, I made a reservation two days before departing for Hawaii at 11:00 PM Japan time, and I received a confirmation reply just six hours later, which allowed me to leave for Hawaii with peace of mind. Since it was a plan that allowed us to return to the hotel in the morning, we were able to enjoy the pool and shopping in the afternoon. I checked the tide conditions in advance before applying, so the sandbar was well formed.
今でもその映像が思い出せるほど素敵な経験でした。海から一望するコオラウ山脈は、輝く海とは反対に深い神秘に包まれ引きつけられました。シュノーケリングでは青い海の中、海面近くを泳ぐウミガメを発見!数十秒でしたが一緒に泳ぐことができて忘れられない一生の思いでです。サンドバーへ上陸すると、光りの角度によって海が違う色をなしていて360度キラキラとしていました。ガイドの方にシャッターを御願いすると、「この景色でジャンプ」「海に入って座って」などバックに映る景色を変えながら撮影をしてくれたので、素敵な写真も出来上がりました。また、ハワイへ発つ2日前日本時間の23:00に予約をしたのですが、6時間後には正式に受付け完了の返信が届き、安心してハワイに発つことができました。午前中にホテルへ戻れるプランなので、午後はプールや買い物に行けました。事前に干潮の状態を確認して申込みをしたのでサンドバーはしっかりとできていました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/06/11 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
My husband and I were first time visitors to Hawaii and definitely wanted to attend a luau. After checking out all the reviews several times, we decided on this one. We opted for the deluxe dinner package w/ VIP seating and it was well worth it. The only downside to the whole trip was that the bus was late leaving the pickup point (seems to be a regular problem with them for some reason but you quickly learn the meaning of "Hawaii time") so we had less time to check out the grounds but a great time anyway. Cousin Kahale was quite entertaining on the bus and had explained everything to us by the time we got there. Once we arrived we received our leis and were whisked away to begin our VIP treatment. We had a personal escort take us inside, get our complimentary photos taken at the entrance and given a personal tour of the grounds and where to find everything. I would definitely recommend bringing several bucks extra in cash if you're like me and love getting the full experience,
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| Posted on: | 2009/06/10 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
My husband and were first time visitors to Hawaii and this seemed like a nice thing to do. We got the 3 star package with the celebration plan and definitely had a great time. This was our last planned event during our stay and it was a wonderful way to spend our last night in Hawaii. We were quickly shown to our table and the dinner service went smoothly from there. We went up to the deck above several times to check out the view of Waikiki Beach all the way down to Diamond Head. Dinner was wonderful (although a little messy since we had the lobster) and the entertainment (a jazz duo with a saxophonist for a couple numbers) during dinner was lovely. We came back to our table at one point to find the photo they took right after we boarded sitting in a very nice cover on our table, free with the package we ordered. The show after dinner was quite entertaining, especially when they got everyone in the room up on their feet and dancing in one big mass of people, it was so much fun!
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| Posted on: | 2009/06/10 |
Reviewed by: Laura
One of the best activities we went to on Oahu. The overall experience made a lifelong impression. America needs more Aloha!
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| Posted on: | 2009/06/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We are two aunts who love Hawaii.
We participated in this tour where Japanese was not understood while we were learning English conversation.
We were the last to be picked up, and as soon as we got on the bus, the atmosphere was incredibly lively. Although we didn't understand the meaning, we had a great time.
We took photos with the dancers at the entrance, and those who wanted could buy them later, but since we didn't need the photos, I wish we could have skipped that part from the beginning. I felt a bit guilty for not buying them.
We participated in various performances, watched the show while having dinner, and the return bus was full of energy.
It was an experience unlike anything I had ever had before.
Thank you, our guide Poma'i.
I want to improve my English skills and participate again.
ハワイ大好きのおばさん二人です。
英会話学習中で日本語が通じないこのツアーに参加しました。
私たちが最後のピックアップで、バスに乗車したとたん中は凄い盛り上がりで、意味がわからなかったけれど楽しかったです。
入口でダンサーと写真を撮っり、ほしい人は後で買うのですが、私たちは写真はいらなかったので、はじめからスルーできたらよかったと思いました。買わないことにちょっと罪悪感が残りました。
いろいろなパホーマンスに参加したり、食事をしながらショーを見て、また帰りのバスも元気一杯。
今まで味わったことのない体験でした。
ガイドのポーマイさんありがとう。
もっと英語力を付けて、また参加したいです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/06/02 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The slider here is amazing! I jumped down without thinking, and it was quite an experience. It's guaranteed to be thrilling and exciting. Since the ground below is hot, I recommend bringing flip-flops.
ここのスライダーはすごい!の一言です。何も考えずに飛び降りましたが、もう大変でした。すごい刺激で興奮すること請け合いです。下の地面が暑いのでビーチサンダルを持っていくことをお勧めします。
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/30 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I think this luau show is special. For those who want to spend a memorable Hawaiian night and enjoy the charm of the magnificent dances and spiritual Hawaiian hula, it will surely be a lifelong memory. The location is also fantastic; you can enjoy hula while being tickled by the pleasant sea breeze near the beach, listening to the sound of the waves, and watching the beautiful sunset glowing in vibrant orange.
What makes this show special is its location and atmosphere. You can't experience this in the middle of Waikiki. While being on Oahu, it has a neighborly vibe, and people from the mainland flock to participate in this show, which is said to be the most popular in Waikiki.
I really enjoyed conversing with a family from San Francisco that I met there. I will definitely participate again.
このルアウショーは特別だと思います。特別なハワイアンの夜の思い出を過ごしたい方、華麗な踊りとスピリチュアルなハワイアン・フラの魅力を堪能されたい方、一生の思い出に残すこと間違いなしです。ロケーションも、オーシャンフロント、鮮やかなオレンジ色に輝くきれいなサンセットを見ながら、波の音が聞こえるビーチのそばで、心地よい潮風にくすぐられ、フラを楽しむことができます。
このショーのスペシャルなところは、そのロケーションと雰囲気です。ワイキキの街中では絶対に味わえません。オアフに居ながらネイバーの雰囲気があり、本土の人もこぞってこのショーへ参加し、ワイキキの中では一番人気だそうです。
一緒になったサンフランシスコから来たという家族と会話も楽しむことが出来て本当に良かったです。また絶対参加します。
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/30 |
Reviewed by: First Timer
This was my first time visiting the place.
We really enjoyed the dancing show but we were not too happy with the luau. We were expecting more traditional luau.
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/29 |
Reviewed by: ふぅ
This time, I went with my family of six.
There were some attractions under construction, which was a bit disappointing, but we had so much fun that we could have stayed all day without getting bored.
In particular, the attractions are more enjoyable with a larger group, as the height differences are more thrilling.
I think it's more fun with a big group than just a couple.
Also, the wave pool was a blast with waves coming one after another, and I ended up with muscle soreness the next day.
I would love to go again when I visit Hawaii.
今回は家族6人で行ってきました。
工事中のアトラクションがあり少し残念でしたが、一日中いても飽きないほど楽しかったです。
特にアトラクションは人数が多いほど、高低差が大きく楽しめます。
カップルよりも大人数での方が楽しめると思います。
あと、波の出るプールは次々来る波がとても楽しく次の日は筋肉痛になっていました。
また、ハワイに行ったときは行きたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/28 |
Reviewed by: リオン
This time, I went with my family of six.
There were some attractions under construction, which was a bit disappointing, but we had so much fun that we could have stayed all day without getting bored.
In particular, the attractions are more enjoyable with a larger group, as the height differences are greater.
I think it's more fun with a big group than just a couple.
Also, the wave pool was a lot of fun with waves coming one after another, and I ended up with muscle pain the next day.
I want to go again when I visit Hawaii.
今回は家族6人で行ってきました。
工事中のアトラクションがあり少し残念でしたが、一日中いても飽きないほど楽しかったです。
特にアトラクションは人数が多いほど、高低差が大きく楽しめます。
カップルよりも大人数での方が楽しめると思います。
あと、波の出るプールは次々来る波がとても楽しく次の日は筋肉痛になっていました。
また、ハワイに行ったときは行きたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Although I was very unhappy about the seating arrangement, overall it was great.
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/28 |
Reviewed by: G & A
We had a great great time!!!
I would recommend this to everyone i know. It was all worth it. My partner and i enjoyed evey minute of it! The food was the bomb! We had 3 star which is a 5-course meal. i even took pictures of the food! Our server Rita was so nice, i always see her smiling and she was very attentive to us! It was so fun!
I will surely go back and this time i'm gonna bring my mom!
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Rongo was amazing with all of his knowledge of the island and made everyone feel like family. This tour is highly recommended.
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/28 |
Reviewed by: Cali Phan
What a great experience! I would do it again next time.
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/28 |
Reviewed by: まありん0410
I had previously experienced a Cessna flight on the mainland U.S., so I was looking forward to enjoying the beautiful scenery in Hawaii. However, the flight was quite bumpy due to the air currents from the airport near Oahu until we passed over Waikiki. It was a bit chaotic at first, but eventually, we got to see the beautiful ocean, the stunning view of Turtle Bay Resort from above, and the harvest season at Dole Plantation. The guide was easy to understand, making it a very satisfying Cessna flight.
My husband and I did not choose the piloting option, but I believe that those interested in flying would definitely create lasting memories with that choice.
I have visited Hawaii many times, but seeing it from the sky is simply amazing. The crater of Diamond Head is breathtaking.
I highly recommend it.
以前アメリカ本島でセスナ体験はあるので、そのイメージでハワイで綺麗な景色を楽しみにしていきました。
ところが、オアフの空港近辺からワイキキ上空を抜けるまでは気流の関係で揺れる、揺れる、、、きゃーきゃー騒いで最初は余裕のないフライトでしたが、そのうち綺麗な海、真上から見るタートルベイリゾート付近の美しさ、ドールプランテーションの収穫時期等がよく見えて ガイドもわかりやすく、大変満足なセスナフライトになりました。
私と主人は運転操縦付きプランではなかったのですが、操縦に興味あるかたは絶対にそちらのほうが思い出になると思います。
今まで何度もハワイに行ってきましたが上空から見るハワイはすばらしいの一言です。ダイヤモンドヘッドのクレーター部分は圧巻です。
おすすめです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/27 |
Reviewed by: sachi
I used the service recently.
There was no staff interaction at all.
It felt like they just picked us up and that was it.
However, we did see whales, so it became a nice memory.
Thank you very much.
先日利用しました。
スタッフ対応は全く無しです。
お迎えに来て、乗せて終わりな感じでした。
鯨は見えましたので、いい記念になりました。
ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/13 |
Reviewed by: JFisher
This was our first Luau and we enjoyed it immensely. Our guide, Jackie, kept the whole group entertained during the bus ride to the luau.
We enjoyed all of the pre-meal activites, and thought mthe food was very good. The after dinner show was beyond our expectations.
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/12 |
Reviewed by: New Jersey
Great Tour! Our tour guide/bus driver was very informative. Was a wealth of knowledge about the memorial and the city.
Sorry we did not book more tours through Hawaii Activities. Would recommend them to anyone.
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/12 |
Reviewed by: Becky
My husband and I were celebrating our 20 year anniversary and we chose the Paradise Cove Luau. What a great choice we made! The food was great as well as the atmosphere. We had a wonderful time!
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/12 |
Reviewed by: dale
food was good, entertainment was good as well....having to manage crowds is difficult, the row by row eating process reminded me of being in school, not at a luau.
thanks
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/09 |
Reviewed by: MOESYN
FIRST TIME LUAU AND IT WAS GREAT!
A LOT OF ACTIVITIES, BEAUTIFUL DANCERS, GREAT FOOD!
FROM THE SHUTTLE BUS RIDE FROM WAIKIKI TO PARADISE COVE TO THE BUS RIDE BACK TO WAIKIKI.... EVERYTHING WAS GOOD TIMES!
"COUSIN JACKIE", BUS #3 WAS VERY COOL, WE HAD A BLAST : )
WILL DEFINITELY DO AGAIN!!
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/05 |
Reviewed by: Dave Carmichael
We only had one day on Oahu. We were interested in an overview of Pearl Harbor and Oahu. This tour more than fulfilled this objective. Our tour guide was very experienced, enthusiastic, clever, and he treated us like valued customers.
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/05 |
Reviewed by: ann
I participated with my husband and our 4-year-old daughter. The weather was terrible—cloudy with occasional rain, and I think the temperature was quite low.
Our child was super excited and having a blast, but the water was cold, and she was shivering the whole time.
There were very few things available for small children (it's really unfortunate that the only warm facility, the SPA, is not accessible when it's cold). The place isn't very large, and there aren't many activities, so it might be more fun at "Hawaiians in Japan" (maybe because I'm familiar with that place locally...!?).
The weather got in the way, but even if we went on a sunny day, I might not be that impressed.
Overall, I felt that the cost was a bit high.
主人・私・娘(4才)で参加しました。
天気は最悪の、曇り(時々雨)、気温もかなり低かったと思います。
子供はテンション上がりまくりの、大はしゃぎでしたが、水も冷たく、終始ブルブル震えていました。
小さな子供が利用できるものが少なく(あったかい唯一の施設、SPAが使えないのは、寒い時ホント可哀想。)そんなに広くなく、あまり豊富な遊びがあるわけではないので、『日本のハワイアンズ』の方が楽しいかも。。。(地元でそちらを知ってしまってるから・・・!?)
天気が邪魔をしてくれましたが、晴れている時に行っても、ワタシはさほど感動はないかも。。。
といぅのを総評して、コストが割高な気もしました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/05/01 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great Show, Enjoyed the Venue....food not to great?
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/30 |
Reviewed by: Lisa T.
I went to PCC with my hubby and his family who are originally from Fiji. This was a lot of fun for my son and I and I learned quite a bit about my hubby's culture and the culture of surrounding islands.
The Samoan village was a lot more laid back than the other villages. They really try to get a laugh out of you. I don't remember the guys name... but he talked about his culture and he was making little jokes left and right.
The Fijian village was a lot more serious but just as fun. The did a lot of dances for us and even brought my mother-in-law on stage to dance with them. My son and I got fake Fijian tattoos that meant "warrior" and "queen" and since my hubby used to work at PCC we got a personal tour from him and his old boss.
The night show was very entertaining. Especially at the end with the Samoans brought the fire into the show.
I would definitely go again. We had a blast.
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/29 |
Reviewed by: Lisa T.
This was a very nice dinner cruise. It wasn't too long and it delivered on a great sunset.
The food was delicious too. We did the 1 Star package which came with crab legs, steak and mashed potatoes. Everything was better than I had expected it to be. It came with a complimentary Mai Tai which was also very good.
The Hawaiian music was good and the dancers were a lot of fun. My hubby and I got a really nice photo from them too.
I would recommend this to any couple looking for a little romance on their trip to Hawaii.
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/29 |
Reviewed by: 113
I participated because I wanted to ride on a yacht rather than a large ship.
The floor of the yacht is netted, allowing you to see the ocean! (Of course, there are also seats that are not netted.)
When the wind blows, ocean spray hits you and it's chilly, but that's part of the fun.
You can order alcohol and soft drinks, and I enjoyed sipping a margarita while relaxing and gazing at the vast ocean under the blue sky. It felt wonderful!
I was lucky enough to see a lot of dolphins.
Not all the participants were Japanese, but the guide spoke Japanese, so there were generally no issues.
For those who might get seasick, it could be a concern, but the participation fee isn't too high, so I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to feel the Hawaiian breeze!
大きな船ではなくヨットにのりたくて参加しました。
ヨットの足元はネット状になっていて、海が見られます!
(もちろんネットになっていない座席もありますよ)
風がふくとオーシャンスプレーがかかってちべたいですが、それもまた楽しい。
アルコールやソフトドリンクもオーダーでき、
青い空のしたで大きな海を眺めながらのんびりマルガリータを飲みました。
とっても気持ちよかった!
私はラッキーなことにイルカもたくさん見られました。
ほかの参加者はみんな日本人ではありませんでしたが、
ガイドの人が日本語が話せるので、だいたい問題ありません。
あんまり船酔いする人はあれかもしれませんが、
参加費もそんなに高くないので、
ハワイの風を感じたい人にはとってもおすすめです!
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/29 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
A great experience -- to see whales, especially baby whales-- was an experience of a lifetime. Thanks for a great day at sea. The music was especially good; and I was able to make my own lei. Thanks for a great time.
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Had a wonderful experience! Would do again!
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/27 |
Reviewed by: Danielle
We really enjoyed the activity and the scenery was beautiful. It was great to view the island from a different vantage point. The friendly staff and food was great! It was definitely worth the money.You can be as active or as relaxed as you want to be.The staff was great with the kids.Unfortunately , it rained on our day so it kind of put a damper on things. The staff did their best to make it up to us. I would only recommend to bring extra clothes and a raincoat of some kind just in case.
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/27 |
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Thank you for boarding the Star of Honolulu. If the staff who greeted you were local staff, they may have had difficulty communicating with customers as they do not speak much Japanese. We look forward to welcoming you aboard again.
スターオブホノルルです。この度はご乗船有難うございました。
お迎えに行ったスタッフが現地スタッフだった場合、日本語があまり話せない為、
なかなかお客様とのコミュニケーションがとりづらいようです。
またのご乗船お待ちしております。