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I participated in the earliest time slot experience. On the way to Diamond Head in the shuttle, I saw many people running. Mornings in Hawaii start early! Whether you can see the sunrise or not, I highly recommend this experience for morning activities! The shuttle takes you to the ticket office, so it requires less stamina than climbing from the bottom. I did this experience on my first morning in Hawaii and established a rhythm for waking up early.
1番早い時間帯の体験に参加しました。
送迎車でダイヤモンドヘッドに向かう途中、ランニングしている人もたくさん見ます。ハワイの朝は早い！
日の出が見れても見れなくても、朝活にぜひおすすめの体験です！券売所まで送迎してくれるので、下から登るより体力は要りません。ハワイ初めての朝にこの体験をし、早起きのリズムをつくりました。
It's best to avoid arriving exactly at the pickup time. Both pickups and drop-offs tend to arrive early.
迎え時間ピッタリに向かうのは避けた方が良いです。迎えも、送りも、早めに来ます。
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I was able to make a reservation at a great deal using points. In expensive Hawaii, it didn't feel too pricey since it included tips. The day before, I had an à la carte meal at a different restaurant that cost $100, so I really think this was a great deal.
ポイントを使ってお得に予約できました。なんでも高いハワイでは、チップ込みなので高くは感じませんでした。前日違うお店でアラカルトで食事しましたが、100ドルでしたので、ホントにお得だと思います。
The food is not exceptionally delicious, but it comes with dessert and coffee. It's a great place for couples to enjoy a leisurely meal, and I recommend it.
素晴らしく美味しいお料理ではありませんが、デザートとコーヒーも付いています。カップルでゆっくりお食事できて、お勧めです。
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First off the driver, Matthew was great, I couldn't find the pick up spot and he called me and got me there. My fault, I get lost crossing the street. It was rainy, but the place was packed for the 6:15 am trip. 2vhours is more than enough to hike to the top and take pictures along the way. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Luau was awesome, and the shuttle to the luau is so convenient!
Lots to see and taste, really good evening of Hawaiian culture!
Our favorite way to end of trip in Hawaii is at Mauka Luau, I love the new location!
Really wonderful to upgrade to this awesome dinner schedule
Not only do you get a great show you get a great laugh throughout - perfect balance!
The dancers and team are so talented, what an amazing show they pull off!
My kids loved all the pre-show fun they have included, and the food was actually pretty stinking good!
Sunset views from the deck were absolutely stunning, and the buffet had a great variety of delish foods!
Overall a fun night out with great food, beautiful scenery, and an unforgettable show.
This tour was awesome - the waterfall is breathtaking and I loved being able to take my time, enjoy the scenery, and snap great photos along the way
Wonderful evening!
Delicious dinner, polite efficient staff
Unfortunately, we couldn't see any whales, but the view from off the coast of Waikiki was amazing. On the way back to the harbor, a pod of dolphins approached the boat and entertained us. If you're traveling during that season, they give you a ticket to board again, so I think it's a good idea to make a reservation for an early travel date.
残念ながらクジラは見れませんでしたがワイキキ沖から眺める景色は最高です。帰港途中にドルフィンの群れが船に近づいて楽しませてくれました。
そのシーズン中ならもう一度乗船出来るチケットをくれるので渡航日程の早い日に予約されると良いと思います。
Thank you very much for coming aboard the Star of Honolulu with your spouse. Unfortunately, we were unable to see any whales this time, but we are very pleased that you enjoyed the morning cruise and the pod of dolphins. We look forward to welcoming you back to Hawaii next time.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご夫婦でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。残念ながらクジラは今回見れませんでしたが朝のクルーズとイルカの群れの生態を楽しんで頂き大変嬉しく思っております。次回もハワイでお待ちしております。
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Wanted to surprise my partner with her first traditional Hawaiian 🌺 lei greeting :) both beautiful and smelled amazing !
I have visited Kualoa Ranch many times, and I usually only did horseback riding, but due to the weak yen, I made a reservation for this experience this time. I was surprised to find such a place within Kualoa Ranch. However, the lunch was not good, and wild birds came to the dining area, making it very difficult to eat slowly. I wonder if it was hygienic? As for the afternoon cruise, it was very refreshing, but it was different from what I had expected, and I felt scared due to the strong winds. The explanations were in English, so I couldn't understand the content at all.
クアロアランチには何度も来ていて、いつもは乗馬だけでしたが、円安の状況で今回の内容で予約をしました。クアロアランチ内にあんな場所かあったとは驚きでした。ただランチの内容は良くなかったし、食事の場所に野鳥が来てとてもゆっくり食べれませんでした。衛生的にも良くないかと？午後からのクルーズですが、思っていたクルーズとは違いとても新鮮でしたが、強風にあおられて恐怖を感じました。英語でのでの説明でしたので内容も全く分かりませんでした。
I think it's better to avoid this plan on windy days!
このプランは強風の日は止めた方が良いかと思いますよ!
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We are a couple who are not good at mountain climbing, but the Diamond Bed is different. We both felt it was worth climbing. While experiencing various histories, the view from the summit is exceptional. Also, the driver who provided the transportation was very kind and truly a wonderful person.
山登りが苦手な夫婦です。ダイヤモンドベッドだけは違います。登る価値があると夫婦で感じました。色んな歴史に触れながら、頂上の風景は格別です。
それと、送迎をしてくださったドライバーさんがとても親切で本当に良い方でした。
Even if you're not good at mountain climbing, please make sure to visit at least once. I think you'll feel the change in the scenery you see.
山登りが苦手な方でもぜひ一度は訪れてみてください。みる景色が変わって感じると思います。
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I signed up for this thinking it would be enjoyable with a baby. Since it’s a large boat, the swaying is less intense, strollers are allowed, and light snacks are included, I chose this whale watching tour among many options.
I opted out of the shuttle service, so I took a taxi from the hotel to the location. It took about 20 minutes to arrive from the center of Waikiki. The rush hour traffic wasn't too bad, so we arrived smoothly.
The passengers were mostly from Europe and America, and everyone was cheerful. There were many families with babies and children, and they even set up a coloring corner for kids, which was a great way to keep them entertained.
The boat swayed more than I expected, so I was glad I took motion sickness medication just in case. We were able to see whales a few times from a distance, which was very satisfying. My child was also delighted.
Additionally, the view of Waikiki and Diamond Head from the sea was beautiful, making it a great experience in terms of enjoying the scenery from the water.
ベビー連れで楽しめるコンテンツと思い、申し込みました。
大型船なので揺れがマシ、ベビーカーOK、軽食付きということで数多あるホエールウォッチングツアーの中からこちらをセレクト。
送迎無しにしたので、現地まではホテルに頼んでタクシーで移動。ワイキキ中心部から20分ほどで到着。通勤ラッシュもさほどひどくなかったのでスムーズに到着できました。
乗船客は欧米人が多い印象で、皆さん陽気でした。ベビー連れや子連れも多く、子供向けに色塗りコーナーなども作ってくれていて、飽きない工夫満載です。
船は想像以上に揺れたので、念の為酔い止めを飲んでいて正解でした。
クジラは遠目からですが何度か見ることができ、大満足です。
子どもも喜んでいました。
また、海から眺めるワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドも綺麗で、海からの眺めを楽しむという意味でもいい経験になりました。
I think it's safer to take motion sickness medication.
酔い止めは飲んだ方が安心だと思います
Thank you very much for bringing your family aboard the Star of Honolulu. We are delighted to hear that your children enjoyed themselves. We are also truly happy that you were able to see whales and that the weather was nice. Thank you for your review and the photos. We look forward to welcoming you again.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご家族でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。お子様も楽しんで頂いたようで嬉しく思っております。そして、クジラも見れて天候も良くて本当に嬉しく思います。口コミとお写真も有難うございました。又のお越しをお待ちしております。
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We had a great time taking a shuttle up to the ranch and going on the Hollywood Movie Sites 90-minute tour. Our shuttle driver/tour guide was awesome and we loved the T-Rex photo he took for us. We had an awesome lunch while we waited to return to Waikiki, including a fantastic Dole Whip shake.
The entertainment was top-notch and the food was delicious. I loved the different portions of entertainment that were designed around the various cultures that came together through history to make Hawaii what it is today. It was exactly the kind of experience and education I was hoping for.
Our tour bus did get stuck in some traffic and was slower due to picking up guests from multiple locations, and while I felt like that luau did their best to hold off on the main event (dinner and show) until we arrived (which I greatly appreciated), we did miss out on getting the full experience listed on the events description (i.e. "Interact up close and personal with your Pacific Island hosts with Hawaiian crafts, hula lessons, coconut husking, fire making, weaving, tattooing, and more. ") So if those activities are important to you, you might want to consider booking private transportation to the luau instead of taking the group shuttle option to make sure you arrive in plenty of time to get the full experience.
Tips on taking private transportation as opposed to a group bus are suggested in my main review.
The day of our participation had bad weather, but we set sail as usual. Since it was a large ship, there was no rocking, which was reassuring. For a while, we spent time in the first-floor cabin enjoying coffee and pineapple bread, but then there was an announcement in English about a whale sighting, so we hurried up to the upper deck. At first, we could only see a blow in the distance, but before we knew it, the whales were right next to the ship, appearing with a loud blow. Four of them swam slowly right in front of us, and I was lucky to capture many photos of the blows, backs, and tails with my smartphone. Although we didn't see any jumps, the whale watching experience was more thrilling than I had expected.
参加日は悪天候でしたが、普通に出航。大きな船なので揺れはなくそこは安心でした。しばらくは１階船室でコーヒーやパイナップルブレッドを食べて過ごしていましたが、英語でクジラ発見のアナウンスがあり、急いで上の階へ移動しました。初めは離れた海面にブローが見えるだけでしたが、気が付くと船のすぐ近くに来ていて大きなブローの音と共に姿を現しました。４頭がすぐ目の前を一緒にゆっくり泳いでいたので、ブロー、背中や尻尾をスマホでたくさん撮影出来てラッキーでした。ジャンプは見られませんでしたが、期待以上に迫力あるホエールウォッチングでした。
The deck is windy and cold, so I think it's better to have a jacket. I recommend shooting video.
デッキは風が強くて寒いので、上着があった方が良いと思います。撮影は動画がお勧めです。
Thank you very much for coming aboard the Star of Honolulu with your spouse. We are truly glad that you were able to see the whales' behavior, which exceeded your expectations. All of our staff are very pleased. Thank you for your review and the whale photos as well. We look forward to your next visit.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご夫婦でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。今回は期待以上のクジラの生態が見れて本当に良かったですね。スタッフ一同大変嬉しく思っております。口コミとクジラのお写真も有難うございました。又のお越しをお待ちしております。
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I participated in a dolphin watching and snorkeling tour. Overall, the atmosphere was very pleasant, and the views of the sea and mountains were beautiful, which really lifted my spirits during the trip. Although I couldn't swim with the dolphins this time, I was lucky to see them up close, and it was said that encountering two different species of dolphins is quite rare (about once in ten times). The sight of the dolphins surfing on the waves created by the boat was also impressive.
During snorkeling, I was able to see many sea turtles and schools of fish, which made me very satisfied. The underwater world was more lively than I had imagined, and time flew by. The sandwiches for lunch and the potato chips for snacks were delicious and added a nice touch to the experience.
Among the participants, we were the only Japanese, but Ken provided interpretation and support, making the trivia and explanations easy to understand, which allowed us to enjoy the tour with peace of mind.
One point to note is that the air conditioning on the bus was quite strong, making it very cold, and I noticed several people around me wrapped in beach towels. I also used a beach towel to keep warm, so I think having something to wear would be reassuring. Additionally, after coming out of the water, I felt quite cold, so a jacket is essential. It was mentioned that the boat can sway quite a bit on certain days, so having motion sickness medication ready would also be a good idea.
Overall, it was a very enjoyable and memorable tour.
イルカウォッチング＆シュノーケルに参加しました。全体的に雰囲気がとてもよく、海と山の眺めもきれいで、移動中から気分が上がりました。今回はイルカと一緒に泳ぐことはできませんでしたが、船のすぐ近くでイルカを見ることができ、さらに2種類のイルカに出会えたのはとてもラッキーだったそうです（見られるのは10回に1回くらいとのこと）。イルカが船の波で楽しそうにサーフィンしている姿も印象的でした。
シュノーケリングでは、たくさんの海亀や魚の大群を見ることができて大満足。海の中は想像以上ににぎやかで、時間があっという間に感じました。ランチのサンドイッチやおやつのポテトチップスも美味しく、ちょっとした楽しみになりました。
参加者の中で日本人は私たちだけでしたが、Kenさんが通訳やフォローをしてくれて、豆知識や説明も分かりやすく、安心して楽しむことができました。
一点だけ、行きのバスがかなり冷房が効いていてとても寒く、周りでもバスタオルをかぶっている人が何人かいました。私もバスタオルで寒さをしのいだので、羽織れるものがあると安心だと思います。また、海から上がった後もかなり体が冷えるので上着は必須です。日によっては揺れが強いこともあるそうなので、酔い止めも用意しておくと安心だと思います。
全体として、とても楽しく思い出に残るツアーでした。
It's a good idea to bring something you can wear over your clothes and some motion sickness medication!
羽織れるものや酔い止めは持っていったほうがいいです！
Aloha! Nuu-sama. Thank you for participating in the Dolphin University. We appreciate you sharing so many beautiful photos. I'm sorry that you couldn't swim with the dolphins, which must have been disappointing. Still, it was great that you were able to encounter two types of dolphins and see the dolphins surfing!! Your comments about our Japanese guide, Ken, will be encouraging for him!! We will share your feedback regarding the temperature on the bus internally. Please come visit us again when you are in Hawaii. Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
アロハ! ぬーさま。イルカ大学に参加していただき、ありがとうございました。沢山の美しい写真を共有していただき、感謝いたします。イルカと一緒に泳ぐことがでず、残念な思いをさせてしましました。それでも2種類のイルカに出会えたり、イルカのサーフィンを見ることができて良かったです!! 日本語ガイドのKenに関するコメントはKenにとって励みになります!! バスの中での温度に関してのご申告は社内で共有いたします。ぜひまた、ハワイにいらっしゃる際には遊びに来てくださいね。Mahalo nui and a hui hou!
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It was my first time on a boat, and I was very excited to see so many fish. I also loved the photos (keychain) that were taken, and even after returning home, I attached it to my bag and occasionally take a peek at it♪
はじめての船、たくさんのお魚に大興奮でした。撮って頂いた写真（キーホルダー）も気に入って、帰国後もカバンに付けて時折覗き込んでいます♪
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We started boarding at 8:45 and went to get coffee, tea, water, and pineapple banana bread on our own. The banana bread was fluffy and delicious.
After receiving some safety instructions and a brief explanation about whales, we were allowed to go out to any deck from the first to the fourth floor. Since the boat passes by where you can see Diamond Head from Waikiki Beach, we were able to take photos of the beach and Diamond Head from the sea. The air conditioning inside the boat was quite strong, and the deck was windy, so I think it's better to bring a jacket. The boat is large, so we hardly felt any rocking.
Unfortunately, we didn't encounter any marine life that day, and the cruise ended without any sightings. Before disembarking, we received a ticket to participate in whale watching for free again this season.
Since we had no plans for the next day, we called the number listed on the ticket after disembarking and were able to make a reservation for the cruise the following day. They provided assistance in Japanese.
The next day, the wind was even stronger and the waves were slightly higher, but we were able to see a whale spouting just off the coast of Diamond Head. It seemed there were about three whales. The crew moved the boat to follow the direction of the whales, allowing us to see them come to the surface multiple times.
8:45に乗船開始で、コーヒー・紅茶・水、パイナップルバナナブレッドをセルフで取りに行きました。バナナブレッドはふんわりしていておいしかったです。
船での注意事項やクジラに関する簡単な説明を受けた後、1階から4階まで好きなデッキに出ることができます。
ワイキキビーチからダイヤモンドヘッドが見えるところを通るので、海からビーチやダイヤモンドヘッドの写真を撮ることができました。船内はクーラーがかなりきいているのと、デッキは風が強いので、上着を持っていった方が良いと思います。船が大きいので揺れはほとんど感じませんでした。
この日は生き物に全く会うことがなくクルーズは終わってしまいました。
下船の前に今シーズンでもう一度ホエールウォッチングに無料で参加できるチケットを受け取りました。
私たちは次の日の予定が無かったので、下船後にチケットに記載されている電話番号に電話し翌日のクルーズの予約を取ることができました。日本語で対応してくれます。
翌日はさらに風が強くやや波が高かったのですが、ちょうどダイヤモンドヘッドの沖の所でクジラが潮を吹くところを見ることができました。3頭ほどいたようです。クジラの進行方向に合わせて船を移動してくれるので、クジラが海面に来るところを何度も見ることができました。
The sea can feel cold and windy, so I think it's better to bring a jacket. Although it's a large ship, it can sway depending on the weather, so if you're prone to seasickness, I recommend taking some
海上は風が強くて寒く感じるので上着を持参した方が良いと思います。
大きな船ですが天候次第で揺れることもあるので、船酔いしやすい方は酔い止めを飲んでおいた方が良いと思います。
Thank you very much for coming aboard the Star of Honolulu with your spouse. We are truly delighted that you were able to see whales during this re-boarding. We are also glad to hear that you enjoyed the banana pineapple bread and Kona coffee. We look forward to welcoming you back in Hawaii next time.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご夫婦でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。今回の再乗船にてクジラを見ることができて本当に嬉しく思っています。そして、バナナパイナップルブレッドとコナコーヒーも気に入って下さり良かったです。次回もハワイでお待ちしております。
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It was a large ship 🚢, so I didn't feel any rocking. My friend is prone to seasickness, so they seemed a bit dizzy.
During the first trip, no whales appeared, and we only enjoyed the view of Waikiki Beach.
We received the reboarding tickets just before disembarking, but instead of rebooking on the spot, we had to call the company directly. I asked someone at the hotel who spoke Japanese to make the call for us. The transportation fee was settled by credit card.
During the second trip, we couldn't see any breaching, but we did see the tail and pectoral fins.
According to the guide in the return shuttle, whales come closer to the coast near Maui, so they appear larger.
大きな船🚢なので、揺れは気になりませんでした。友達は船酔いしやすいので、頭がふらふらしたようですが。
1度目は鯨は現れず、ワイキキビーチの景色を楽しんだのみ。
再乗船のチケットを下船間際に船内でもらいましたが、その場で予約し直すのでは無く、会社に直接電話をしないといけませんでした。
ホテルの日本語の話せる人に頼んで、電話してもらいました。
送迎代はクレジットカードで決算。
2度目はブリーチングはさすがに見れませんでしたが、尾ビレや胸ビレは見れました。
帰りの送迎車のガイドさんによると、マウイ島の方が海岸近くに来るので、大きく見えるそうです。
You can choose between the Sheraton Hotel or another location for the pickup. They later informed me of the meeting place via email, but it was far away. Even if you don't stay at the Sheraton, it see
送迎はシェラトンホテルかそれ以外で選択。後で集合場所をメールで伝えて来ましたが、遠かった。シェラトンに泊まって居なくても少し割高になるだけで、シェラトン集合に出来たみたいです。近いし、時間も遅い。
Thank you very much for visiting our Star of Honolulu with your friends. We are very pleased that you were able to see whales on your second visit. Thank you also for your review. We look forward to welcoming you again.
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にお友達とお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。今回2回目とチャレンジでクジラが見れて大変嬉しく思っております。今回の口コミも有難うございました。又のお越しをお待ちしております。
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We set sail in the rain. I believe the captain did his best to search for whales, but... the weather conditions were poor. There's nothing we can do about that; it was disappointing. Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach were also hazy. However, the wonderful nature of Hawaii is brought by this rain, so I'm grateful. I switched my mindset.
On the way back, I received a ticket for my next trip. The expiration date is until the end of this season, so it feels a bit impossible to use. I would have been really happy if it had been valid until the next season.
雨の中で出航です。キャプテンは一生懸命に鯨を探して下さったと思うのですが。。。
気象条件が悪かったです。これは仕方がないですね、残念でした。そしてダイヤモンドヘッドもワイキキビーチも霞んでいました。でもハワイの素晴らしい自然はこの雨がもたらします、感謝。マインド切り替えました。
帰りに次回乗船チケットいただきました。有効期限は今シーズン終了まででしたので
ちょっと無理かなって感じです。
来シーズンまでの有効期限ならめっちゃ嬉しかったのですが。
If you can't see the whales, you'll receive a ticket for the next trip, so it might be better to schedule it earlier in your travel itinerary.
鯨が見られないと次回乗船チケットが出るので、全旅行日程の最初の方に予定した方が良いかもです。
Thank you very much for coming aboard the Star of Honolulu with your spouse. It was unfortunate that we couldn't see any whales due to the weather, but I'm glad we were able to enjoy the beautiful nature of Hawaii by shifting our mindset. We look forward to your next visit. Hopefully, next time you'll be able to see a mother and baby whale!
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご夫婦でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。天候の関係でクジラが見られなかったことが残念でしたが、マインドセットの切り替えでハワイの素敵な自然も見る事が出来て嬉しく思っております。又のお越しをお待ちしております。次回は是非クジラの親子の姿が見れると良いですね。
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Weather was bad - cold and windy, not something controllable. (Although given such wind and low temperature , it might have been ethical for the tour to cancel itself.) But 1) the bus had all of the boat waiting after the trip for about 30 minutes, 2) there wasn’t a sufficient wind shelter for everyone, meaning old ppl and babies were exposed to cold wind. The lunch was also meh - bbq is an overstatement for hamburger patties and buns. Crew was friendly.
Save money and go to a nice beach.
I booked a plan that includes round-trip transportation. Since many Japanese participants were also joining, I felt安心して参加できます (at ease to participate).
Once we arrived at the dock, we boarded the boat and took commemorative photos. After that, while enjoying pineapple banana cake and coffee, we were given information about whales (though it was all in English).
Afterward, we went up to the deck to enjoy the scenery. The captain would let us know when a whale was spotted, but unfortunately, we didn't see any this time. Instead, we enjoyed the view of Waikiki and Diamond Head from the boat. It felt just like a sightseeing cruise.
The day we participated was after a day when Honolulu had strong winds and a warning was issued, so the waves were slightly high, and the boat rocked a bit. However, since it wasn't a small boat, it was quite stable. Still, those who are prone to motion sickness should be cautious.
往復送迎付きのプランを申し込みました。日本人の方も多く参加されていたので安心して参加できます。
船着場に着いたら乗船、記念撮影をした後に、パイナップルバナナケーキとコーヒーをいただきながら、最初にクジラに関する情報を教えてくれます。(ただし全て英語です。)
その後デッキに登って景色を楽しむことができます。クジラが見つかると船長が教えてくれるようですが、この時は残念ながら見えず、船から見えるワイキキの景色とダイヤモンドヘッドを見て帰ってきました。まるで遊覧船ですね。
参加した日はホノルルが強風で警報が出た日の後だったので、波が若干高く、多少揺れました。ただ小型船ではないので揺れには強いですが、乗り物酔いしやすい方は注意したほうがいいです。
Even if you can't see whales, as long as the weather is good, you can enjoy a panoramic view of Waikiki.
クジラは見れなくても、天気さえ良ければワイキキの景色を一望することができます。
Thank you very much for coming aboard the Star of Honolulu with your spouse. Unfortunately, we were unable to see any whales, but we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the views from the ship. We look forward to your next visit. Hopefully, next time you will be able to see the whales jumping!
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号にご夫婦でお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。残念ながらクジラの姿が見れませんでしたが、船上からの景色等楽しんで頂き大変嬉しく思っております。又のお越しをお待ちしております。次回は是非共クジラのジャンプを見れるとよいですね。
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Our guide was very knowledgable and entertaining. Our experience was well worth the cost. I would highly recommend.
