Reviewed by: Jen
My husband and I recently went on the Starf Honolulu on a whale watching Cruise. We were picked up at our hotel and taken to the boat, we boarded the boat and it was all fun from there. I highly recommend this cruise for anyone. We actually got to see a couple of whales so that made the day even more memorable.
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/29 |
Reviewed by: Mark from Ottawa
For the first snorkel outting of our trip, this was a great way to get the ball rolling. Other than the long drive to get to the boat launch everything was smooth sailing. The crew was great and fun to travel with and were very knowledgable on the sites we visited. The trip to the sand bar was a treat. Only regret is we would love to have stayed at the reef longer.
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/29 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I couldn't see it, but it was a good boat trip in a short amount of time, I suppose? Unfortunately, I couldn't see it, but it was nice to relax on the boat while feeling the wind and enjoy the view from offshore rather than from the beach. The cost performance was good since it was two people for the price of one. It might be better to go in with the mindset that if you can see it, you'll be super lucky...
見れませんでしたが、短時間で、良い船旅ってとこでしょうか?
残念ながら見れませんでしたが、風を感じながら船上で寛いだり、ビーチからではなく、沖からの眺めを楽しむことも出来るのでよかったです。二人で一人分というコストパフォーマンスがよかった。見れれば、超ラッキー位でいったほうが良いかも・・・
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/28 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in a trip with a silver couple.
Since I chose to meet on-site, I took THE BUS from my hotel in Waikiki to ALOHA TOWER. I was advised to arrive about 10 minutes early for the 8:00 AM meeting time, so I arrived about 30 minutes early. However, the OFFICE opened at 8:00 AM, and the STAFF arrived shortly after, so I think it would have been fine to arrive a bit later.
The whale watching was amazing; the STAFF and the captain provided detailed explanations about the whales' ecology before and after departure. I was deeply moved to see them spouting water multiple times and raising their tails.
シルバー夫婦の旅行で参加しました。
現地集合を選びましたのでワイキキのホテルからTHE BUSで
ALOHA TOWERまで行き、8時集合で10分前位には来るようにとあったので、30分ほど早めに到着しましたが、OFFICEは8時OPENとなっていてSTAFFが来たのも8時過ぎで、もう少し遅めでもよかったと思います。
ホエールウォッチングは鯨の生態など出航前後にSTAFFや船長が詳しく説明をされ、実際何度も潮を吹いている姿や尾ひれを上げたところなど見ることができて感動でした。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/28 |
Reviewed by: Kingfubu
There is a lot of traveling back and forth then actual viewing spots, and because of that there was not enough time at Waimea Canyon which is the main spot of the trip. People taking half day tour should not be mixed with fullday tour, there was a lot of time lost in going back and forth droping those people, and the return flight to oahu should be planned accordingly we had to wait 2 hrs at the airport.
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/28 |
Reviewed by: hb
This was my first experince whale watching, had a blast! We were able to see 5 whales! After the boat was returning to shore, I went to the back of the boat and saw another whale. We did the Breakfast Cruise, water and coffee are free, everything else is a charge. Be one of the first ones outside, so you can have a good veiw by the railings. Also you will be standing outside on the deck to see the whales so be prepare as it is windy. I did enjoy that the naturalist on board was very informative about whales, she gave us lots of clues on what to look for when whale watching. I would recommed to this Cruise early on you vacation so as you travel the island you can find your own whales!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2012/02/27 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The weather was nice, and I was able to see whales. The staff who understood Japanese were very kind.
天気も良く、そしてクジラも見れよかったです。
日本語の分かるスッタフがとても親切にしてくれました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated on my honeymoon. I was able to see whales multiple times. While we were eating, whales kept appearing, and we were going back and forth between our seats and the deck. Looking back, I should have eaten first; the delicious food ended up getting cold...
Onboard, there were also activities like lei-making and hula classes, and I had a very enjoyable time.
ハネムーンで参加しました。クジラを何度も見る事ができました。ご飯を食べている間に何回もクジラが出てきて席とデッキを行ったりきたりでした。今思えばご飯を先に食べるべきでした、せっかく美味しい物が冷めてしまった…
船内ではレイ作り、フラ教室なども開催され、とても楽しい時間をすごすことができました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
Whales can appear at any time, so there may be moments when it gets a bit busy with eating and going outside to see the whales.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the culture class as well.
All of our staff looks forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
Reservations Department
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。
クジラはいつ姿を現す分かりませんので、ご飯を食べたり、クジラを見に外に出たりと少し忙しくなってしまうと時がございますね。
お客様にはカルチャークラスの方もお楽しみ頂け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
予約課
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/21 |
Reviewed by: くにみつ
This time, I participated with ten friends, and the boat to Sandbar was separated for international guests and Japanese guests. The staff's service after boarding the boat was excellent. The hamburgers for lunch were, as expected in America, hearty and delicious. It's an attraction that can be enjoyed by groups, couples, and families alike. I will participate again!
今回は友人10名で参加したのですが、サンンドバーに行くまでの船もインターナショナルと日本人で別れていたり、船に乗ってからのスタッフの対応は最高によかったです。昼食のハンバーガーもさすがアメリカ肉ボリューミーで美味しかったですね。グループでもカップルでもファミリーでも楽しめるアトラクションです。また参加しま~す。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/20 |
Reviewed by: Coya
I had some concerns before participating due to reviews mentioning seasickness and not being able to see anything. However, the boat didn't sway violently at all; it was just a gentle rocking, and I didn't experience any seasickness. In fact, I was so drowsy from the motion sickness medication I took just in case that I almost dozed off while standing, haha.
As for the whales, I was thrilled to see them up close right from the start. I was able to see them several more times after that, and I got great video footage, so I was very satisfied.
口コミで船酔いや見れなかったなどの記事があり、参加前は正直不安はありました。ですが、激しく揺れることなどはなく、ゆっくり揺れる程度で船酔いは皆無。むしろ念のため飲んでおいた酔い止めの副作用で眠たくて立ちながら寝そうになってました 笑
肝心のくじらはと言うと、初っ端から近くで見れて感動でした。
その後も何回か見れてビデオにもばっちりとれて大変満足でした。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It's not an ordinary pool!! It truly lives up to being number one in the U.S.☆ You should definitely check it out!
ふつうのプールじゃないです!!
全米No1っていうだけあります☆
ぜひ行ってみてください!
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I wanted to visit the beautiful sandbar I saw on TV, so I decided to join this tour. The weather on the day was cloudy with occasional light rain. They picked us up at the hotel. The driver was a local, but there was always a Japanese staff member to support us, so even those new to traveling abroad can participate with peace of mind.
After about an hour on the bus, we boarded the boat, and the crew was introduced. Yukki, the Japanese staff member, entertained us with her lively talk. First, we encountered about ten sea turtles. They occasionally peeked their faces above the water, and I quickly made a wish.
Then we headed to the main sandbar. It was a strange feeling to see a shallow area appear in the middle of the ocean, clearly different in color from the surrounding sea. The temperature that day wasn't very high, and it took quite a bit of courage to get into the water. However, according to the staff, the water temperature was still on the warmer side. After taking photos at the sandbar and enjoying the scenery, we were supposed to go snorkeling. However, due to the cold, we decided to pass.
I was very grateful to participate at a reasonable price as a monitor this time. Unfortunately, the weather was a downside. I think if it had been sunnier, we could have seen the beautiful scenery like what we saw on TV. Also, Hawaii was cooler than I expected... I think it's better to bring about two bath towels since changing into swimsuits inside the boat can be difficult. If I have the opportunity again, I would like to participate.
テレビで見た美しいサンドバーに一度は行きたい!と思い、参加しました。
当日の天候は曇り時々霧雨でした。ホテルまでピックアップ。ドライバーさんは現地の方でしたが、日本人スタッフが常にフォローしてくれるので、海外始めての方でも安心して参加できます。
バスに揺られること約一時間。船に乗り込み、クルーの紹介。日本人スタッフ、ゆきさんのテンポいいトークで楽しませてくれました。まずは、ウミガメ。10匹くらいに会えました。時々顔を水面に覗かせてくれて、すかさず願いごとをしました。
そして、メインのサンドバーへ。海の真ん中に浅瀬が現れて、不思議な感覚でした。周りの海の色と明らかに違いました。その日の気温はあまり高くなく、水中に入るのにはかなり勇気が入りました。でも、スタッフいわく、それでも水温は高い方とのことでした。サンドバーで写真を撮ったり、景色を眺めた後はスノーケリング。しかし、あまりの寒さに私たちはパスしました。
今回はモニターで、リーズナブルに参加させてもらえたのはとてもありがたかったです。残念だったのが天気。もっと晴れていれば、テレビで見たような美しい景色が見れたのだと思います。また、予想以上にハワイは涼しかった。。。厚めのパーカー、そして船内で水着を着替えるのは難しいのでバスタオルは2枚程度持参した方がいいと思いました。また機会があれば、参加したいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/15 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in the activity mentioned in the title.
We set off early in the morning while it was still dark. Despite getting caught in a bit of traffic, we arrived at the location in about an hour. The weather was nice, but it was quite windy. Due to the tides, the sandbar was submerged... and the seawater was cold... Depending on the weather, it might be tough for the elderly and small children. However, there was a family with a five-month-old baby participating in this tour, so if the weather is good and there’s no wind, it would be perfect.
The female Japanese guide was fun and made an effort to engage with each tour participant, which made her a very likable guide. As for the locals... if they are dealing with Japanese people, their attitude can be a bit arrogant, but I guess that can’t be helped?
When it comes to snorkeling, once you're in the water, you don't feel the cold! However, I wished I had fins. Why couldn't we wear them? Is it to avoid damaging the coral reefs? If that's the case, I suppose it can't be helped.
It got a bit long, but overall, thanks to the efforts of the Japanese-speaking guide, it was above average. It really depends on the weather. However, looking at it from a different perspective, it was an enjoyable tour. The seawater was cold for us, but we had fun!
と、タイトルのアクティビティに参加をさせていただきました。
早朝、まだ薄暗い中出発。
少々渋滞にはまりながらも、1時間ほどで現地に到着。
お天気はよかったのですが、風が強かったです。
潮の満ち干きの関係上、サンドバーは海の中・・・海水が冷たかった。。。
天気によっては、ご年配、小さなお子様にはきついかな?
でも、今回のツアーには生後5ヶ月の赤ちゃんも、家族で参加していたので、天気がよく風もなければ最高ですね。
女性の日本語ガイドさん、楽しくて、ツアー客を楽しませようと、一人一人に声をかけていて、とても好感のもてるガイドさんでした。現地のかたがたは。。。。日本人を相手にするのであれば、ちょっと態度が横柄というか、しょうがないのかな?
シュノーケリング、海の中に入ってしまえば、寒さは感じない!でも、足ひれが欲しかった。なぜ、つけられないのでしょう?珊瑚礁を壊さないため?なら仕方がなのかな?
ちょっと長くなりましたが、総合的には、日本語ガイドのお姉さんががんばったおかげで、中の上。天気しだいです。でも、見方を変えれば、楽しめるツアーでした。我々は海水が冷たかったけど、楽しみましたよ!
Thank you for enjoying the sandbar. Regarding the fins you mentioned, we have them available on the boat for everyone to use, and typically, our staff provides guidance about the fins on board. If you wish to use them, please let us know. We apologize for the insufficient communication on the day, which seems to have resulted in you not being able to use them. We will strive to improve our communication in the future. We look forward to your next visit.
サンドバーをお楽しみいただき有難うございます。
ご指摘いただきました足ひれですが、皆様にご利用いただけるようボートに用意しており、通常、スタッフが足ひれに関しても船上でご案内させていただいておりますので、ご希望の際はその旨、申し出てもらっております。当日は、お客様との意思疎通が不十分で、ご利用いただけていなかったようで申し訳ございません。今後は、より的確にコミュニケーションがとれるよう努めさせていただきます。
またのご利用お待ちしております。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/15 |
Reviewed by: しおりん
Thank you for the other day. I think it was a valuable experience.
I had a great time. The hamburgers for lunch were delicious too! I was able to see a lot of fish while snorkeling.
It was a bit cold, but since you have to walk to the sandbar, it might be tough for families and elderly participants.
There is also a Japanese guide, so you can participate with peace of mind!
I recommend bringing a change of clothes for the return trip.
先日はありがとうございました。貴重な体験ができたと思います。
楽しかったです。お昼のハンバーガーもこれまたおいしんです!シュノーケリングでたくさん魚も見れました。
寒かったのもありますが、サンドバーも結局歩くしかないので、ファミリーや年配者連れには厳しいかなと思います。
日本人ガイドさんもいらっしゃるので安心して参加できますよ!
帰りの着替える服を持参されるのをオススメします。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The wind was strong and the boat rocked, but I was satisfied to see the rare breaching. I wasn't sure where the meeting place was, but a Japanese person in line helped me by telling me to hand the printed reservation form to the counter to get the sticker to put on my clothes. I would like to participate again.
風が強くて船もゆれましたが、めずらしいブリーチングも見れて満足です。
集合場所がよくわからず、列に並んでいる日本人の方に、プリントアウトしたした予約用紙をカウンターで渡し、服に貼るシールをもらうことを教えてもらいました。
また、参加したいと思いました。
This is the Star of Honolulu.
I understand that the day you boarded, the wind was strong, but it seems you were able to witness a rare breaching, which makes us very happy.
Thank you for your comment. We look forward to your next boarding!
Reservations Department
スターオブホノルルです。
ご乗船された日は風が強かったとのことですが、めずらしいブリーチングを
見ていただくことも出来たようですので、私どもも大変嬉しく思います。
コメント有難うございました。またのご乗船をお待ちしております!
予約課
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I've visited Hawaii several times, but this was my first time participating in this activity. I was really looking forward to it, but unfortunately, we were hit by heavy rain and strong winds on the day, so we couldn't enjoy snorkeling. It was very disappointing since I had high expectations... I will definitely try again! I want to believe that it's a sign to come back (laughs).
However, thanks to the rain, I was able to see a double rainbow, which was very moving. The staff's guidance was also entertaining, so I highly recommend that everyone give it a try!
ハワイは何度か訪れていますが、このアクティビティの参加は初めてでした。とても楽しみにしていたのですが、当日は生憎の大雨に強風に見舞われ、シュノーケリングを楽しむことができませんでした。期待大だっただけに非常に残念でした…。またリベンジします!きっと、また来いってことだと思いたいです(笑)
ただ、雨のおかげか(~!)ダブルレインボーを見ることができてとても感激でした。スタッフの方のガイドも面白かったので、みなさんも是非参加されてみてはいかがでしょうか。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/13 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I signed up because it was supposed to be a Japanese-speaking guide, but the guide who picked me up at the hotel hardly spoke any Japanese. The bus was shared with other English-speaking guests, and for about 50 minutes from the hotel to the boat, I was left feeling like an afterthought as I listened to conversations in English while the Japanese speakers were treated as secondary.
The activity itself was good, as there were Japanese staff on the boat who provided clear explanations.
日本語ガイドということだったので申し込みましたが、ホテルに迎えに来たガイドはほとんど日本語を話さず、バスは英語圏の他のお客さんと一緒で、ホテルから船に乗るまでの間約50分の間、英語の分かる人と話をしており、英語のわからない日本人はおまけのような扱いをされているような感じで気分がよくありませんでした。
アクティビティ自体は日本人スタッフも船に居てよく説明していただきました。
Thank you very much for participating in the Secret Sandbar Exploration Tour. We sincerely apologize for the unpleasant experience caused by the attitude of our staff during the transportation. While we have staff who can provide guidance in Japanese on the boat, please understand that there may be instances where only English-speaking staff are available in the shuttle. We will strive to improve our staff training. We look forward to welcoming you again!
秘密のサンドバー散策ツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
この度は、送迎時のスタッフの態度によりお客様に不快な思いをさせてしまったとのこと誠に申し訳ございません。船の上では日本語でご案内できるスタッフがおりますが、送迎車内では英語を話すスタッフのみでのご案内となる場合もございますことご了承ください。スタッフの指導に努めさせていただきます。またのお越しをお待ちいたしております!
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/12 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We went on our honeymoon. Unfortunately, the weather was not great, and it rained on the way there. However, while we were at the sandbar, the sun miraculously came out, and we were able to see a wonderful view. ☆ After that, we were able to see some turtles and rays. At the last snorkeling spot, it rained, and we couldn't see well underwater... If it had been sunny, I think we would have seen amazing corals and colorful fish.
ハネムーンで行ってきました。
あいにくの天気で、行く途中雨が降ったりしました。
が、サンドバーにいる時は奇跡的に太陽が出てきて、素晴らしい景色を見ることができました☆
そのあと、カメやエイにも少し会えました。
最後のシュノーケルのポイントでは、雨が降って海の中がよく見えませんでした。。。
晴れていたら、素晴らしい珊瑚と色とりどりの魚達に会えたと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/11 |
Reviewed by: kawachan
I can see whales! Such expectations have truly come to life!! Next time, I want to see them even closer. I'll go again.
鯨が見える!そんな期待がまじ実現!!今度はもっと近くで見てみたい。また、行きます。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I took the morning cruise, which was an early start, and I boarded feeling a bit sleep-deprived and hungry, so I experienced some seasickness. However, after receiving medication from the staff, I felt better.
I actually brought breakfast bread to eat on the boat, but it seems that outside food was not allowed. They were selling a breakfast buffet on board.
The whales appeared shortly after the cruise began, and although I only saw parts of them, like their backs and spouts, I definitely spotted them several times. I also saw many dolphins.
Since we were on the boat for quite a long time, some people looked bored. I would have been very satisfied if there had been a cultural experience on board, but it seems they don't offer that on the morning cruise.
Overall, while it wasn't an incredibly moving experience (I didn't see the whales in a dynamic way), and the long duration made it a bit dull at times, I feel like I accomplished my goal of "seeing whales."
お得な午前便にしたので朝が早く、寝不足・空腹で乗ったのでちょっと船酔いしました。スタッフに薬をもらってからは改善しました。
実は船の中で食べようと朝食のパンを持参していたのですが、持ち込み禁止だったようです。
船の中で朝食ブッフェを販売していました。
クジラは、開始後すぐに姿を現し、背中や潮吹きなど、部分的ではありますが確かに何度も見れました。
イルカもたくさん見ました。
けっこう長時間乗っているので退屈そうにしている人もいました。
船内でのカルチャー体験があれば大満足だったのですが、午前便はやっていないそうです。
総合的な感想としては、ものすごい感動体験ではなかった(クジラがダイナミックに見れたわけではなかった)のと、時間が長くて途中退屈気味でしたが、「クジラを見る」という目的だけは果たせたかな、という感じです。
This is the Star of Honolulu.
Thank you for your comment. Regarding the meals, there are port regulations that prohibit bringing outside food and drinks on board. (Similarly, it is also not allowed to take items provided on the ship outside.) We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Thank you for boarding with us this time.
Reservation Department
スターオブホノルルです。
コメント有難うございます。お食事に関しては港湾の規制があって外の食べ物飲み物の持込が禁止されております。(同じように船内で提供されたものを外へ持ち出すことも不可です)ご不便をおかけし申し訳ございませんでした。
この度はご乗船有難うございました。
予約課
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/10 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Went on the morning whale watch and had a grand time. Easy pick-up from downtown Waikiki, took you to the boat and boarded. Get to take a picture as a family, and then they give you an in depth description about humpback whales and their migratory patterns and everything else you wanted to know!
They have a kids program too, where they take the extra time after they explain it to everyone to make sure the little ones understand everything they said!
Saw a few whales this morning, unfortunately none of them were jumping, but they were very awesome none-the-less! I highly reccomend this activity to anyone who has never seen whales in the wild before, as it was definitely an experience I will never forget!
The Star of Honolulu is also an boat in excellent condition and they take care to make sure each and every passenger gets to spot a whale!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2012/02/09 |
Reviewed by: tomo
I participated with four people, including his parents.
We saw the whales spouting water and their tails a few times.
I felt more movement than I expected, so for those who are prone to seasickness, I recommend taking the motion sickness medication that was distributed right after boarding.
It felt like an elegant cruising experience, so I think families can enjoy it.
However, for those who really want to see whales up close, a smaller boat might be better.
The ukulele and hula dance lessons were very enjoyable.
彼の両親と4名で参加しました。
クジラは塩を吹く所と尾びれが数回見られました。
思ったよりも揺れを感じたので、船酔いがひどい方は乗船後すぐに配られていた酔い止めを飲むといいかと思います。
優雅なクルージングをしている感じだったので、ファミリーで楽しめると思います。
がっつりクジラを見たい!という人は小型の船の方がいいのかな、と思います。
ウクレレやフラダンスのレッスンがとても楽しかったです。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. This cruise not only includes whale watching but also offers Hawaiian culture lessons, making it especially enjoyable for families. On certain days, there are very active whales that may perform large actions close by. If you have the opportunity, please come back to search for such whales. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
Reservations Department
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。
こちらのクルーズはクジラを探しに行く他にハワイのカルチャーレッスンのクラスなどがあり、特にご家族連れにはお楽しみいただけるクルーズとなっております。
日によってはとてもアクティブなクジラがいて近くで大きなアクションをしてくれる場合もございます。
またの機会がございましたら、是非そんなクジラを探しにいらしてください。
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
予約課
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/02/08 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I received a boarding pass for those who couldn't see the whale.
くじらが見れなかった人の乗船券をもらいました
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We are very sorry that you were unable to see the whales.
If there is another opportunity, please do come back and try again.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Star of Honolulu
Reservations Department
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。
お客様にクジラをご覧になっていただく事ができなかった様で大変残念に思います。
またの機会がございましたら、是非再度チャレンジしにいらしてください。
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
予約課
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/02/08 |
Reviewed by: くるみ
I didn't encounter the powerful scenes of whales in the ocean like those seen on television, but I was moved by the steam from their breaths and the glimpse of their tails.
テレビなどで見る海にいる鯨、のような迫力あるシーンには出会えませんでしたが息継ぎの水蒸気、チラッと見えた尾に感動しました。
This is the Star of Honolulu.
Please understand that the jumps you see on TV and in photos are not guaranteed every time, and some customers ride multiple times.
We appreciate your understanding that these are natural creatures.
Reservations Department
スターオブホノルルです。
テレビや写真で見るようなジャンプが毎回見られるわけではないので、
中には何度も乗られるお客様もいらっしゃいます。
自然の生き物であることをご理解いただければ幸いです。
予約課
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/02/07 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in a monitor tour.
The weather was great on the day, and I was able to enjoy the heavenly sea with a wonderful feeling! I was able to see sea turtles, and although I was a beginner at snorkeling, I felt safe swimming because I was wearing a life jacket.
I definitely want to recommend this to my friends!
モニターツアーで参加しました。
当日は天気も良く、とてもいい気持ちで天国の海を楽しむことができました!
ウミガメも見ることができ、またシュノ―ケリングも初心者でしたがライフジャケットを着用していたので安心して泳ぐことができました。
友人にもぜひオススメしたいです!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/02/05 |
Reviewed by: マラ・サダ夫
I participated with two friends in mid-January. We were picked up at the hotel around 9 AM.
While on the bus, we received explanations in both Japanese and English as we headed to the port. It takes about 40 to 50 minutes to get to the port.
We headed to the sandbar on a cruiser, and the waves were calm, so I didn't experience any seasickness, which I was worried about. On the day we participated, the water was about ankle to knee-deep. Since it was January, it can be a bit chilly when the sun isn't out, so I think having a long-sleeve hoodie would be a good idea. The water was very clear and beautiful. Although it was cloudy, we took photos when the sun was out, and all the pictures turned out beautifully. The staff were also very kind and took photos for us, which we appreciated.
For those with flexible schedules, I recommend checking the tide schedule online in advance and choosing a day to participate accordingly.
Being able to stand in the middle of the ocean is a rare experience. This activity is recommended for both first-time visitors to Hawaii and repeat visitors.
1月中旬に友達二人で参加しました。
9時頃ホテルに迎えに来ていただきました。
バスの中で日本語と英語の説明を受けながら港へ向かいます。港までは40~50分程かかります。
クルーザーでサンドバーへ向かいますが、波は穏やかで心配していた船酔いも大丈夫でした。
私たちが参加した日は、足首から膝下くらいの深さでした。
1月ということもあり、太陽が出ていないと肌寒く、長袖のパーカーなどがあるといいと思います。
海の透明度が高く、とても綺麗です。
曇っていたのですが、太陽が出ている時に撮影をしたので出来上がった写真はどれも綺麗でした。
スタッフの方々も快く撮影して下さってありがたかったです。
日程等に余裕のある方は、事前にインターネットで潮の満ち引きを調査して参加される日を選ばれることをおすすめします。
海の真ん中に立てるというのは貴重な体験です。ハワイが初めての方にもリピーターの方にもおすすめのアクティビティです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2012/02/05 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Although it can't be helped that we didn't see any whales, I felt that the tour itself was different from what whale watching should be.
The staff also seemed to respond with, "Huh? Whale watching? I hope you see some," which didn't give me much confidence.
I think for the other guests, it was advertised as a yacht cruise. We were completely misled.
クジラがまったく見えなかったのは
仕方ないとはいえ、
ツアー自体が、ホエールウォッチングとは
違う内容だと感じました。
スタッフも、え?ホエールウォッチング?
見えるといいね、
みたいな対応でしたから。
私たち以外のお客さんには、
ヨットのクルーズとうたっていると思う。
まんまと騙されました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2012/02/04 |
Reviewed by: nancy
I never expected to see whales so close to the shore. It was incredibly moving.
The view of Diamond Head and Honolulu from the boat was also stunningly beautiful.
The prices were very reasonable, which I appreciated.
I definitely want to use this service again.
あんな岸から近い場所でクジラが見れるなんて思ってもみませんでした。大感動です。
船からみるダイヤモンドヘッド,ホノルルの景色も最高にキレイでした。
料金もとてもリーズナブルで有難かったです。
また是非利用させて頂きたいと思います。
It's the Star of Honolulu.
Could it be that the day your customers boarded was the day a whale came into the harbor? In fact, it was reported on the news that night in Hawaii!
It was truly a "once in a blue moon" event. The whale came right up to where the Star of Honolulu was docked! All the reservation office staff actually went outside to see the whale too (laughs).
Please come again, we look forward to your visit!
Reservation Department
スターオブホノルルです。
お客様がご乗船された日はひょっとしてクジラが港の中にまで入ってきた日ではないでしょうか?実はハワイでもその夜のニュースで放送されていましたよ!
何しろ『めったにないこと』だったんです。スターオブホノルルの停泊しているスグそばまできてましたね!実は予約オフィススタッフも全員外に出てクジラを見ました(笑)。
また是非お越し下さい、お待ちしております!
予約課
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2012/02/02 |
Reviewed by: かのち
As soon as we set sail, a small whale appeared in the distance.
After that, we moved around the sea, but we couldn't see any more.
出港して直ぐに遠くに小さなクジラ出ました。
その後は、海をあっち、こっち、移動しましたが見られずでした。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2012/01/31 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It's hard to believe that I actually had the experience of standing on the sea. I couldn't believe that I was standing on a sandbar surrounded by the ocean in every direction.
I wasn't confident in my swimming abilities, but the female staff member kindly supported me. I was able to see sea turtles, and above all, the captain's homemade hamburger lunch was the best.
海の上に立つなんて考えられない体験が実際にできます。
360度周囲は海に囲まれている中に中州に立っている自分がしばらく信じられなかったです。
泳ぎに自信がなかったのですが、スタッフの女性が優しくフォローしてくださいました。
ウミガメも見ることができたし、何よりもキャプテンお手製のハンバーガーランチは最高でした。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/01/28 |
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This is the Star of Honolulu.
Thank you for your comment. We are very pleased to hear that you had a wonderful time on board.
If you have another opportunity, please do come again.
Thank you for boarding with us this time.
Reservation Department
スターオブホノルルです。
コメント有難うございます。お船の上では楽しい時間を過ごしていただいたようで、私どもも大変嬉しく思います。
またの機会がございましたら、是非お越し下さい。
この度はご乗船有難うございました。
予約課