Reviewed by: Cheyenne Klein
It was my mom's birthday and we went with the family ! What a great time we had and the food was just fantastic. A lot of the dinner cruises don't seem to put to much thought and effort in the cuisine, but whoever came up with the menu for the Pacific Star obviously knew what they were doing. The nice thing was how relaxing and quiet it was. My sister walked around the boat and noticed how loud the hula show was, and I am glad that we chose the Pacific Star. The guitar player was top-notch and it was a nice not having to yell at each other to hear everyone over the music.
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/15 |
Reviewed by: STEPHANIE CRUZ
THIS WAS ONE THE BEST TIMES I HAD WHEN I WAS IN HAWAII. THE FOOD WAS GOOD, THE STAFF WAS VERY HELPFUL AND THE SUNSET WAS VERY BEAUTIFUL. I WAS WORRIED THAT THE BOAT WOULD BE ROCKY BUT IT WAS SMOOTH SAILING AND THE UPPER DECK IS A GREAT PLACE TO SIT BACK AND RELAX WITH YOUR HUNNY!
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/15 |
Reviewed by: Bill Claypool
This was probably one the best hi-lights of our trip.It was a very pleasant surprise,as we had no idea what to expect.The only thing wrong was that the sun didn't co-operate for us .But all in all it was a very pleasant experience.I will do this again if we ever make it back there.
Thanks,
Bill Claypool
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I enjoyed it when the speed was high in the first half, but in the second half, it became more relaxed, which felt nice, but I almost dozed off. It was easy to participate and I had a great time.
前半のスピードが出ていたときは楽しめましたが、後半はのんびりしてしまい気持ちよいのですが、うとうとしてしまうくらいでした。
気軽に参加できて楽しめました。
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/12 |
Reviewed by: celektra
a friend of mine who went to hawaii last spring break told me about the pacific star and i am so glad that she did. the food is sooooo good and it is awesome being in the private lounge since i went around the boat and saw the other decks and they were totally crowded. we had our own private restroom and even a nice little deck area too. and only $5 for martinis! can't go wrong!
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/12 |
Reviewed by: Hibiscus Hunny
The last time I came to Honolulu, I went to Germaine's Luau (ICK!) and since I had such a miserable time with them, I decided to give luaus another chance and headed over to the Royal Hawaiian Luau with my boyfriend. I am SO glad that I went since it was a great experience and we had a really good time. The food was very delicious, the show was top-notch and it was really romantic.
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/10 |
Reviewed by: Breetala
I often come to Hawaii and have been on pretty much every dinner cruise on almost every island. The Star of Honolulu is a vessel that I often frequent when I am here in the islands since it has always provided my husband and I with a wonderful evening. The Pacific Star has become our new favorite with its initimate lounge setting, quiet atmosphere, delicious Pacific Rim cuisine and a chocolate fondue-like dessert that is to tasty for words. I personally do not like the loud and rowdy hula shows, so the Pacific Star is definitely my cruise of choice!
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/10 |
Reviewed by: Dango-Dango
My friends and I have experienced the beautiful Star of Honolulu dinner cruise and it was the most memorable event ever. To begin the night was a graceful performance of the hula performers who greeted us aboard. We enjoyed songs of a live band and our favorite cocktails as we were seated to our table. The interior of the boat was elegantly decorated with special lighting and table settings, perfect for setting the mood of any occasion. As the large boat cruised smoothly through the waters of Oahu, my friends and I were able to capture beautiful photos together on the observation deck. With the sea surrounding us, we watched the beautiful sunset. Our dinner was immediately brought to our table with excellent service. We had an excellent steak and all you can eat crab dinner course. Throughout the rest of our tour, we watched an entertaining act of Polynesian dancers of different cultures, like Hawaiian, Tahitian, Samoan, and Tongan performances done by professionals with great aloha sp
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/10 |
Reviewed by: NoDayButToday
Cruising on the Makani Catamaran on the Friday Night Fireworks Sail was a breathtaking experience!
After departing from Kewalo Basin, the crew quickly set up the sails so the vessel could glide through the water purely on wind power. It was amazing to stand on the bow of the catamaran, with just the sound of the ocean and the breeze in my ears. Normally there is that incessant growl of an engine when you are on a boat, but not on the Makani!
The crew members catered to the guests wonderfully and were always available to take photos, clean up the inevitably drink spill or answer any questions that we had. There were also some very yummy pupus on board, like chicken wraps, spring rolls, pasta salad and some cookies for anyone with a sweet tooth. Rather than being confined to a table, and being served by waiters, guests are free to snack and walk meander around the catamaran as they please. Oh! I mustn't forget the drinks?the bartenders whip up some very yummy cocktails! The recomm
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/10 |
Reviewed by: coolster212
Some friends and I got together to attend the Royal Hawaiian Luau at the large beautiful pink hotel of Waikiki and it was great. We were greeted with beautiful orchid flower leis at the entrance of the luau by the performers and immediately served a welcome mai tai. The whole setting of the feast was decorated with class and Oh-My-Goodness, the beach and the sunset was perfect to capture a photographic memory.
The host of the show did not waste anytime in welcoming all the guests preparing us for a wonderful feast and show. The food was delicious. There were several isles of Honolulu's most popular food and desert and lets not forget the huge roasted pig that everyone looked eager to taste. The Polynesian performers were brilliant. They were graceful, energetic, and very entertaining. They got the audience involved and let visitors get an experience their first hukilau and Tahitian dancing. The Polynesian performers were awesome and very energetic. They really put on a great show.
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/10 |
Reviewed by: Nicky
This past weekend my kids and I went on the Makani Catamaran Sailing Adventure and we had a great time. As soon as we got on board my kids were so excited. The crew of the boat gave a brief safety tutorial and as soon as they were done we were headed for sea. There was food for everyone and a bar to purchase drinks. It was such an adventure especially if you like the sun, the wind, and the waves. My kids joined some of the other guests on the net that was located at the front of the Makani, loving the cool splashes of the water as we picked up speed, while being able to see right under where they sat. The crew was so polite and friendly always checking to make sure that everyone is alright. I would definitely recommend this tour to you if you like the relaxing yet adventurous activities while being able to view the beautiful scenery of the water and land of Oahu.
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in the morning sail on May 1st. There were a total of 14 people, and we were the only two Japanese. The explanations were only in English, but I think it would be fine even for those who don't understand English at all. After having a light snack of various breads and fruits, we set sail. The yacht, moving swiftly with the wind, felt really nice! Depending on the height of the waves, it can sometimes sway a lot or splash water, so you can enjoy a certain level of excitement. During my time, there were no one who got seasick. I didn't have any unpleasant experiences at all, and the three crew members were all very kind. Next time, I definitely want to participate in the sunset cruise. I highly recommend it!
5月1日のモーニングセイルに参加しました。
全部で14人で、日本人は私たち2人だけでした。
英語での説明のみですが、英語がまったく分からない方でも大丈夫だと思います。
数種類のパンとフルーツの軽食を取った後、出航します。
風でぐんぐん進むヨットは本当に気持ち良かったですよ!
波の高さによっては、時にはすごく揺れたり波しぶきがかかったりするので、
ある程度の迫力も楽しめます。
私の時は船酔いされてる方もいらっしゃいませんでした。
最後まで嫌な思いを何一つする事なく、クルーの3人の方も親切な方ばかりでしたよ。
今度は是非サンセットクルーズに参加してみたいと思います。
オススメです!!
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/08 |
Reviewed by: Kendal
I had an absolute blast. I was orginally going to attend the luau by myself but i was able to talk my friend into going with me and i thought that it was awesome. i loved all of the hawaiin dances. but i thought that the fire dance guy (forgot what it is really called) was the coolest. I have never had hawaiin styled food and i liked how there was a wide varity of hawaiian food for me to try. i enjoyed it all very much. thank you.
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| Posted on: | 2007/04/25 |
Reviewed by: Flower Bunny
First of all, may I just say YUMMM!? If there is one thing that this luau does well, it is the food! The buffet lines were groaning under the weight of all of the delicacies and the tables were laden with a bounty of food. There were tossed, macaroni and shrimp salads, an incredibly yummy fruit salad mixed with haupia, a perfect lomi-lomi salmon (not too salty like how a lot of places make it), some kalua pork which was insanely juicy, of course there was some of the ever-popular mahi-mahi, and my favorite, teriyaki beef that just melted in my mouth! I kept going back for more and even though I was stuffed, I still had enough room for dessert, and thank goodness for that. The guava cake was to-die-for and the macadamia nut cream pie was a little slice of heaven. Yes, it was really THAT good! Out of all the luaus I have to been to so far, the Royal Hawaiian Luau has, by far, the BEST food!
My friends and I were quickly checked in at the ticket counter and then we made our way on the
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| Posted on: | 2007/04/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated with my children.
There was a mishap where I accidentally forgot the date I had reserved, but when I inquired over the phone in my broken English, they kindly allowed me to join on another day, and I was able to enjoy a fun sailing experience.
(Thank you very much!!)
Some people were lying on the net stretched out at the front of the yacht and having a great time.
I also got to take a commemorative photo with the cool captain.
The female staff were very kind and helpful.
For those interested, you can purchase a DVD with many edited photos taken on the boat.
For small children, they provide life jackets, which is reassuring.
When boarding, the water can be up to your knees, so sandals are recommended.
I would love to participate again if I have the opportunity! ☆
子供連れで参加しました。
予約していた日をうっかり忘れてすっぽかしてしまうハプニングがあったのですが
電話で拙い英語で問い合わせてみると快く他の日に参加できるようにして下さり
無事楽しいセーリングに参加する事ができました。
(有難うございました!!)
ヨットの前の方に張ってあるネットで寝転んで楽しんでおられる方もいました。
あとカッコイイ船長さんと記念写真も撮ってもらえました。
女性のスタッフも親切に対応してくれました。
希望者には船上で撮ったたくさんの写真を編集したDVD?を購入する事ができます。
小さな子どもさんには ライフジャケットをつけてもらえるので安心です。
乗り込むときは足元が膝くらいまで濡れてしまいますのでサンダルがおススメです。
又機会がありましたら参加してみたいです☆
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| Posted on: | 2007/03/26 |
Reviewed by: マミマミ
Experience on January 5, 2007
I participated with my mother. We were the only Japanese people there, but everyone was very kind and spoke to my mother in broken Japanese, which was thoughtful of them. It wasn't too cold, and the beautiful sunset and fireworks were stunning. They docked in the best spot to see the fireworks. I recommend going on a Friday! There was no shuttle service, so we took a round-trip taxi, which cost about $13 to $15 to Waikiki (including tip).
2007年1月5日体験
母と二人で参加しました。日本人は私達だけでしたが、とても親切で母を気使って
カタコトの日本語で話してくれたり、あまり寒くも無く、綺麗な夕日と花火が
とても綺麗でした。花火が一番良く観れる所に停泊をして見せてくれます。
お勧めは金曜日ですよ!
送迎がないので、往復タクシーになりましたが、ワイキキまで$13~$15位でしょうか(チップ込み)
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| Posted on: | 2007/01/17 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated on November 3rd. It took about 1 hour and 20 minutes to walk from the zoo to the location. There were a total of 5 groups with 13 participants that day. One family was present, and there was also one elderly person. We were the only Japanese, but it didn’t feel out of place at all, and we thoroughly enjoyed 2 hours of sailing. We saw a lot of dolphins. The view of Waikiki from the sea was very beautiful. However, for those who are prone to seasickness, it might be better not to eat too much. It was the best cruising experience.
11月3日に参加しました。動物園の所から歩く事、約1時間20分で到着しました。
当日の参加者は計5組13人。家族連れも一組あり お年寄りも一人参加しておられました。日本人は私達だけでしたが、べつに違和感もなく 2時間セーリングを堪能しました。イルカもたくさん見ましたよ。海から見る ワイキキの街はとってもきれいでした。但し 船酔いし易い人は あまり食べない方がいいかもしれませんね。
最高のクルージングでした。
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| Posted on: | 2006/11/06 |
Reviewed by: nick
I participated on October 18th. The weather was cloudy but sunny, and I was able to fully enjoy the sunset. The light of the sunset reflected on the clouds, creating a very magical view. Unfortunately, the wind was weak, so we cruised using only the engine instead of sailing, but I still had a great time. The captain mentioned that it would have been more exciting with wind. The boat had carbon parts used throughout, including the steering, and it was equipped with GPS navigation for autopilot. It was a new boat, less than a year old, and very clean. Each person received two drink tickets, and there were three types of food (fried spring rolls, salad, and vegetable or chicken wraps) along with cookies, all of which were tasty. After leaving the harbor, we gradually transitioned from sunset to twilight, and afterward, we enjoyed the night view of Waikiki from the sea. The staff were cheerful and friendly, well-versed in handling seasickness, and the captain had experience staying in Japan, speaking Japanese well. It was a homely cruising experience, feeling like I was on a friend's boat, quite different from cruising on a large ship.
10/18に参加しました。コンディションとしては雲はありましたが晴れていて、夕日は十分に堪能出来ました。夕日の光が雲に写りとても幻想的な景色を楽しめました。残念ながら風が弱くセイリングではなく、エンジンのみでのクルージングでしたが十分に楽しめました。船長さんは、風があればもっとエキサイティングだよと言ってましたが。船は、舵をはじめとしていたるところにカーボンパーツを使用してあり、GPSナビでの自動操縦が出来たり、船自体出来てから1年たってなくてとても清潔感ある新しい船でした。ドリンクはチケットが一人二枚までもらえて、フードは3種類(揚げ春巻き、サラダ、野菜やチキンの巻物)とクッキーがあって味も良かったです。港を出て、徐々に夕焼けからサンセットをむかえ、その後は海からのワイキキの夜景も楽しめます。スタッフの方々も、明るく気さくで船酔いの対処も慣れていて、船長さんは日本滞在暦もある方で、日本語も上手、大きな船のクルージングとは一味違った、一言で言えば、知人の船に乗せてもらったような感覚のアットホームなクルージングでした。
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| Posted on: | 2006/10/24 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated on October 18. As mentioned in my previous post, the captain explained everything in Japanese, so I didn't have to worry about the language and felt at ease participating. On that day, I was impressed by the beautiful sunset. We headed to the location by city bus from Waikiki. The guide mentioned it was a 10-minute walk from Ala Moana Shopping Center, but we thought that was unrealistic, so we got off near Ward Center instead.
10/18に参加しました。以前の書き込みどおり船長が日本語で説明して
くれたので言葉の心配は不要で安心して参加できました。
当日は、とてもキレイなサンセットで感激しました。
私達はワイキキから市バスで現地に向かいました。案内にはアラモアナ
ショッピングセンターから10分とありましたが私達は無理だと思い
そこでは降りずにワードセンター近くで降りましたよ。
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| Posted on: | 2006/10/21 |
Reviewed by: yoshimicky
Recently, I participated in my first trip to Hawaii with a friend. At first, we had a hard time finding the meeting place (it was farther than we thought), and I was worried we might not make it in time while dashing to the departure. However, the staff was waiting for us and welcomed us warmly.
*For everyone participating, it's best to allow plenty of time!
As mentioned in the voice center comments, there weren't many Japanese people on board, and the boat was small, so it felt a bit rocky. But holding a champagne in one hand while listening to the background music and feeling the splashes of water up close made this tour amazing!
Also, since it was Friday, we got to see not only the sunset and night view but also fireworks launched from Hilton H., which was truly wonderful.
I highly recommend this for those who want to experience the Hawaiian vibe and enjoy a different Honolulu from the Japanese-dominated Waikiki!
つい先日、友人と初Hawaiiで参加しました。
初めは集合場所がなかなか見つからず(思ったよりも遠い…)ダッシュしながら出港に間に合わないかと心配しましたが、スタッフの方達が私達を待っていてくれ、暖かく向かえてました。
*参加される皆さま、くれぐれも時間には余裕を持って行った方が良いです!
ボイスセンターのコメント通り日本人はあまり乗っていなく、船は小さいので少々揺れが激しく感じましたが、片手にシャンパンをもってback musicを聴きながら、水しぶきを間近に感じられるこのツアーは最高でした!
また、金曜日だったので夕日&夜景のみならずHilton H.から打ち上げられる花火も見れて、本当にステキでした。
Hawaiian気分を味わいたい方、日本人だらけのワイキキとは違ったホノルルを楽しみたい方には是非ぜひお勧めでっす!
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| Posted on: | 2006/10/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Recently, I participated in a catamaran cruise during my first trip to Hawaii. First of all, it was a super cheap tour at $7.77, but it didn't include transportation, so I used THE BUS (which costs $2 one way). I had some sense of direction since I had been to the Ward Center the day before, but it might be a bit confusing if you go there for the first time. (I took the bus from Kuhio Avenue since my hotel was Sheraton Waikiki.)
Overall, the cruise was a fun experience. However, I was feeling a bit seasick, so I couldn't fully enjoy it, which was disappointing. There were staff members who spoke Japanese, so I didn't have any language issues. They were friendly and made an effort to engage with us, so if you try to enjoy yourself, I definitely recommend this cruise over others that have larger groups. If you're prone to seasickness, I suggest taking motion sickness medication in advance.
先日、初めてのハワイ旅行でカタマラン号のクルーズに参加してきました。まず、7.77ドルの激安ツアーで送迎つきではなかったので、THE BUS(片道2ドル)を利用しました。ただ、前日にワードセンターに行っていたので方向感覚がありましたが、いきなり行くと分かりづらいかも。。(宿泊ホテルはシェラトンワイキキだったので、クヒオ通りからバスにのりました。)
クルーズ全体は、楽しい印象です。ただ、私自身が船酔いをしかかっていたため、十分に満喫できなかったのが残念です。日本語を話せるスタッフもいたので、言葉の問題は特に感じませんでした。フレンドリーですし、気を遣って話しかけてくれるので、自分から楽しもうとすれば、他の団体が参加するクルーズよりも断然お勧めかと思います。船に弱い方は、ぜひ事前に酔い止めを飲んでおくとよいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2006/10/05 |
Reviewed by: kazu
I participated in the campaign. Since there was no shuttle service, I took a taxi in the morning. It cost about $15 including the tip. I saw a review saying someone walked from Waikiki, but I think that distance would be quite tough to walk. There were nine participants, including us. Only two of them were Japanese women. The captain speaks Japanese well, so I don't think there will be any worries. The boat is also clean. I heard we would get wet, so I wore a swimsuit, but even though I was on the net, I didn't get wet at all (^^;). On that day, we didn't see any dolphins or flying fish... However, since I was able to participate at such a low price, I have no complaints. The wind felt really nice~☆
キャンペーンで参加しました。
送迎がなかったので、朝はタクシーで行きました。
チップ込みで$15ほどです。
ワイキキから歩っていったというレビューをみましたが、あの距離は歩くにはつときついかと思われます。
参加者は私達を含め9人でした。
日本人は女性組2人のみです。
キャプテンは日本語が達者なので、不安はないかと思います。
舟も綺麗です。
濡れるとの事でしたので、水着で行きましたが、ネットの上にいたにもかかわらず、
全く濡れませんでした(^^;)
この日は、イルカも飛び魚も見れませんでした・・・
ただ、激安値段で参加出来たのですから、文句は無いです。
すっごく風が気持ちよかったですよ~☆
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| Posted on: | 2006/09/22 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was lucky to participate for the unbelievable price of $7.77. I really wanted to see dolphins, so my friend and I made a reservation over two days. However, due to the circumstances of the Makani, the second day was changed to a sunset cruise! Unfortunately, we didn't see any dolphins on the first day, but the sunset on the second day was breathtaking! It was quite fast-paced, so we got splashed with water, and it was very thrilling and fun. Above all, the crew members were all really nice, making for an enjoyable cruising experience.^^
$7.77という信じられない料金で参加できてラッキーでした。
なんとしてもイルカが見たい!ということで、
2人で2日間かけて予約をとったのですが、
マカニ号様の都合により2日目はなんとサンセットクルーズに変更!
1日目はイルカちゃんは残念ながら見れなかったけど、
2日目のサンセットは絶景!
結構ハイスピードなので水もばっさばっさ浴びて、
かなりスリリングでおもしろかったです。
それになんといってもクルーの皆さんがとってもいい方たちばっかりで、
楽しいクルージングでした^^
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| Posted on: | 2006/09/21 |
Reviewed by: MISA
On September 11th, my husband and I participated in the Makani morning sailing. The weather was beautiful from the morning, and I was excited. There were a total of seven participants that day, and aside from us, everyone else was from abroad.
After boarding the boat, we moved inside, and the captain began explaining the safety instructions and the location of the restrooms. Of course, the explanation was all in English. Although I could only understand bits and pieces, when we tried to go out on deck, the captain kindly asked if we understood the instructions and explained them again in Japanese! I was so touched by his kindness and felt relieved.
As for the comfort of the boat ride, it was absolutely amazing! After a while, the boat started moving just from the strength of the wind, and it felt so good to cut through the wind. Occasionally, splashes of water would hit me, and I was thrilled the entire time! I still can't forget that excitement. It felt like I was at an amusement park.
Perhaps because there were some waves that day, we didn't see any dolphins or turtles, but we did see flying fish. While you can see them in the waters of Japan, the flying fish against that blue sky and blue sea felt different somehow.
The view of Waikiki from the boat was fantastic! It felt like I was looking at a postcard scene. Along the way, I chatted with an elderly man who said he was traveling with his wife from Sweden, and that time spent communicating in broken English felt so happy.
After being on the boat for a while, I got a bit chilly from the splashes of water, so I think it's a good idea to bring a swimsuit and a light jacket. We took the bus to the ticket booth. I was worried about transportation until we got to Hawaii, but the bus was perfectly fine!
9月11日、マカニ号モーニングセーリングに主人と二人で参加しました。
朝からとても天気が良く、私はワクワクしていました。この日の参加者は全部で7人、私達意外は皆さん外国の方達でした。
船に乗ってしばらくすると、船内に移動し、注意事項やトイレの場所などの説明が始まりました。もちろん説明は全て英語。ところどころしか理解できないまま船は出向したのですが、私達がデッキに出ようとしたときに、マカニ号の船長さんが、説明わかった??と話しかけてくれ、再度日本語で説明してくれたんです!!なんて優しいの!と感激し、安心もしました。
さて、船の乗り心地ですが、これはもうサイコー!!しばらく進むと風の強さだけで船が走り始め、風を切って進むので、それはそれは気持ちが良く、時折、波しぶきが体にかかるので、私は終始大興奮!!今でもその興奮が忘れられません。遊園地に来たような気分でした。
この日は少し波があったからか、イルカや亀は見れませんでしたが、トビウオを見ることが出来ました。日本の海でも見れるけど、あの青い空と、青い海で見るトビウオはなんだか雰囲気が違って見えました。
そして、船から見るワイキキの景色がすごくいい!!絵はがきの風景を見ているようでした。
途中、スウェーデンから夫婦で旅行に来たと言うおじいさんと話をし、片言の英語で触れ合うそんな時間がなんだか幸せでした。
ずっと乗っていると、水しぶきを浴びたりで少し肌寒くなるので、水着&上着を持参されるといいと思います。
チケットブースまでは、バスで行きました。ハワイに行くまでは交通手段を心配していましたが、バスで全然大丈夫でしたよ。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2006/09/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
For this trip, I decided to participate in activities where as few Japanese people as possible would join. I took part in the luxurious catamaran Makani Sunset Sailing. On the day of the event, there were no other Japanese participants besides us, and the rest were all foreigners. The number of participants was small, just 10 people including us, which allowed us to spend our time elegantly.
There was an English briefing once we boarded, but the captain also explained in Japanese, so there was no need to worry.
We enjoyed the sea breeze while watching the sunset, and we could eat our meals wherever we liked. We even saw a rainbow, making it a very satisfying activity.
I highly recommend this activity and would love to participate again next time.
今回の旅の目的としてなるべく日本人が参加しない
アクティビティに参加しようと思い
豪華カタマラン マカニ号 サンセット セーリング
に参加しました。
当日は見事私たち以外の日本人は誰も参加していなく
残りは皆外人さんでした。参加人数も私たち含め10人と少なく
優雅に時間を過ごせました。
乗船して英語での説明事項がありましたが
キャプテンが日本語でも説明してくれたので、
心配は要りませんでした。
海風を感じながらサンセットを眺めて
好きな場所でご飯を食べることもできましたし
虹も見えたりととても満足のいく
アクティビティでした。
このアクティビティすごくお勧めで
次回も参加したいと思います。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2006/09/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I want more people to know about such fun activities.
こんな楽しいアクティビティをもっとみんなに知ってもらいたい
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2006/09/09 |
Reviewed by: mazkaz
We participated in the morning sailing campaign with my 12-year-old son. The other participants included couples in their 40s and 20s, and one older man, making a total of seven people, with the others likely being Americans. Although the conversation was somewhat limited, we had a great time. There was quite a bit of wind that day, and the captain warned us, "It will be rocky today," but in the end, this turned out to be a blessing. The speed was exhilarating, and the moderate rocking made it incredibly refreshing. Fortunately, we didn't get seasick and took our positions at the bow (since it was a catamaran, there are two) and enjoyed getting splashed by the waves together. However, everyone on the deck ended up soaked, not just us... There was quite a bit of up-and-down movement when we crossed the waves, adding a bit of thrill to the experience.
One slight disappointment was that since we had gone out to sea, I wished we could have gone for a swim, even for a short time. The color of the sea was a deep navy blue, quite different from what you see from the beach, and it felt quite substantial. Well, since it was a yacht, it might be difficult to anchor out there. Additionally, one of the young couples' women (who seemed to be pregnant) got seasick as soon as we left the harbor and spent the entire cruise lying down in the cabin. It might be a good idea for those who are prone to seasickness to take medication when it's windy. Similarly, small children might find it tough in windy conditions. Even for adults, it felt uneasy unless we held onto the railing firmly.
The two-hour cruise went back and forth several times off Waikiki, and the view of the hotels and Diamond Head from the sea was fantastic, leaving both of us very satisfied.
キャンペーンを利用して、モーニングセーリングに中2の息子と二人で参加しました。ほかの参加者はカップル(40代、20代)と初老の男性一人で、我々を入れて計7名、我々以外は(恐らく)アメリカ人でした。会話は若干不自由でしたが十分楽しめました。当日は結構風があったので、キャプテン(船長~)から「今日はゆれるよ」と注意があったのですが、結果的にはこれが幸い。スピードも出て適度の揺れもあり、めちゃくちゃ爽快でした。我々は幸い酔うこともなく、船の舳先(双胴船ですから2つあります)に陣取って、二人で頭から波をかぶって楽しみました。もっとも舳先でなくても甲板にいた全員がずぶぬれになりましたけど・・・ 波を超えるときの上下動も結構あって、ちょっとしたスリルも味わえます。
少し残念だったのは、せっかく沖に出たので短時間でも海に入ってみたかったって事でしょうか。ビーチで見る海の色とは違い、まさにネイビーブルー。何か重厚な感じさえしました。まあ、ヨットですから、沖で停泊するのは難しいかな。あと若いカップルの女性(ちなみに妊娠されていたようですが)は港から出たとたんに酔ってしまったらしく、クルーズの間中船室で横になっていました。風のあるときは船に弱い人は酔い止めとか飲んでおいたほうがいいかも。それと同じく風のあるときには小さな子供はきついかな。大人でも手すりをしっかり握っていないと不安でしたから。
2時間のクルーズでワイキキ沖を何回か往復するのですが、沖から見るホテル群やダイヤモンドヘッドの眺めもすばらしく、二人とも大満足でした。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2006/09/08 |
Reviewed by: daddy
We participated as a family. I used to ride on a yacht when I was younger, so I was really happy to be on one again after a long time. Just a little offshore, there were plenty of fish and dolphins swimming around, and my one-year-old daughter was very excited, saying, "Look, there are dolphins!" and "Fish!" I was a bit worried since my child is small, but there was nothing particularly dangerous, and we had fun even going up to the net area in front. I think it would have been interesting if the wind had picked up and we could sail, but on the other hand, it was somewhat reassuring for us with a small child, as there might have been issues like hats flying off due to strong winds. In any case, I recommend it.
家族で参加しました。以前自分自身もっと小さいですが、ヨットに乗っていたので、久しぶりに乗るのがうれしい感じで乗船しました。ちょっと沖に来るだけでたくさん魚やイルカが泳いでいて、1歳の娘が「見てごらん、ドルフィンがいるよ」、「フィッシュだよ」、ととても喜んでいました。子どもが小さいのでちょっと心配していましたが、特に危ないこともなく、前方の網の部分にも上がったりして、楽しかったです。風が出て帆で進めたら面白かったと思いますが、それはそれで風が強くて帽子が飛んだりということもあったかな、と小さい子ども連れとしてはかえって安心な部分もありました。いずれにせよ、おすすめです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2006/09/07 |
Reviewed by: paparin
I previously went on a large dinner cruise, but this experience felt completely different, with the ocean feeling very close. Since it's a catamaran, it's stable, but it really gives you that refreshing feeling of sailing! The view of Waikiki and Diamond Head from the ocean was calm and beautiful. The location is right across from Ward, and there's a booth just as you enter from the road. If you're driving, there’s parking available at the harbor, and if you have time, you might also consider parking at Ward or the nearby Ala Moana Park and walking over. The boat was very new and clean, and when I boarded, there were only six of us, so it felt like a private experience. Along the way, we encountered another similar boat at a dolphin spot, but that one was old and crowded, making our elegant experience feel even better. The fruit was also delicious, not the sour kind you often find at buffets.
以前、大きな船のディナークルーズをしたことがあるが、そのときの船とはまったく違う感じで、海がとても近く感じられる。カタマランなので安定しているが、いかにもセーリングをしている!という感じが爽快だ。沖から見るワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドも穏やかできれいだった。場所はワードの道路を隔てた向かいで、道路から入るとすぐのところにブースがある。車で来る場合、駐車場はハーバーにもあるし、時間があればワードや隣のアラモアナ公園の駐車場に置いて歩いてきてもいいかもしれない。船はとても新しくきれいで、乗ったときは全部で6人と貸しきり状態だった。途中、イルカのいるスポットに別の似たような船が来たが、そちらは古く、満員で、こちらの優雅さが気分よかった。フルーツもビュッフェにありがちなすっぱいものでなく、とてもおいしかった。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2006/09/07 |
Reviewed by: jazzlady
The $7.77 campaign was a great deal. It was really enjoyable and fun. The crew was friendly, and I was able to relax and enjoy the sea. There were dolphins and fish, and even though I usually don't participate in tours like this, I'm glad I did. I didn't have any issues with seasickness at all. The day I went, there was hardly any wind, so we traveled by engine the whole time, but it was comfortable nonetheless. There were many surfers right by the dock, and passing by them was quite enjoyable too.
$7.77のキャンペーンで、すごくお得でした。ほんっとに気持ちいいし、楽しかったです。クルーも感じがよかったし、のんびりと海が楽しめました。イルカも魚もいたし、普段こういうツアーに参加しないのですが、してよかったと思います。船酔いとか、ぜんぜん問題ありませんでした。乗った日は風が殆どなく、最後までエンジン航行でしたが、それはそれで快適でした。船着場からすぐのところにたくさんサーファーがいて、その横を通り抜けていくのもなかなか楽しかったです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2006/09/07 |
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