All Reviews for Waikiki Beach

Since I came all the way to Hawaii, I decided to try learning how to surf. The board is big and heavy, which makes it stable, and I was able to stand up after just a few tries. You just go straight, but the beach is shallow, so even when you go out, you can stand up, and while paddling, the board's fins and your hands can touch the coral reef. So, you need to be careful of injuries when you fall. They lend you surf shoes at the school, but be cautious about everything else. However, this year in Hawaii is cold, and the water is chilly—hypothermia? After about an hour in the water, I started to shiver.

せっかくハワイに来るのだから、サーフィンを覚えようと行ってみました。
でかくて重いボードなので、安定していて数回で立てるようになります。まっすぐ進むだけですけど、現場のビーチは遠浅で沖に出ても、立てますしパドリング中ボードのフィンや手が珊瑚礁に触れます。ですのでひっくりかえったときは怪我に注意が必要です。足はサーフシューズをスクールで貸してくれますが、その他は気をつけましょう。ただ今年のハワイは寒い、水も冷たい、低体温症？　一時間ほど浸かっていると震えてきました。

I booked this show because I wanted to see and experience hula while on a trip to Hawaii with three friends who dance hula in Japan. I was excited and nervous to see the hula experience and dance even before the show started. The buffet meal had plenty of meat dishes, and I could have eaten even more. I never felt like there wasn't enough food. The ice cream for dessert was incredibly delicious. The show after the meal featured a bit of hula, but it was enjoyable from start to finish without getting bored. I'm not very good at English, but it was fun even if I didn't understand everything. My friends who went with me said they would recommend seeing this show when they go to Hawaii, so I highly recommend it!

日本でフラをしている友達3人でのハワイ旅行で、現地のフラを見たり体験したりしたくてこのショーを申し込みました。ショー見る前からフラ体験やフラダンスを見れたりしてわくわくドキドキでした。食事もバイキングでしたが、お肉系がたっぷりあってもっと食べたかったぐらいです。足りない事はない感じでした。デザートのアイスが最高においしく感じました。食事の後のショーもフラは少しでしたが、最初から最後まで飽きずに見ることができて楽しかったです。英語が得意ではないですがわからなくても楽しいです。一緒に行った友達もハワイ行くときは「このショー見るのを薦める」と言うほどで、とてもお薦めです。

I participated on the night of my arrival in Hawaii. The Royal Hawaiian Center is located on the fourth floor, right in the center of Waikiki, making it very accessible, so I was able to get there without a shuttle. I arrived a bit early, but check-in had already started. After check-in, I was guided to my seat and offered a Mai Tai. There were two types available: alcoholic and non-alcoholic. Shortly after, a whole roasted pig was presented, and the buffet began. There was a lot to choose from, including salad, bread, white fish, pork, chicken, and roast beef, and I was completely full after one plate. The sweet potatoes were particularly delicious, tasting like baked sweet potatoes. For dessert, there were chocolate cake, cookies, ice cream, and coffee, which left me satisfied. After the meal, we moved to the venue, where we were greeted by a Michael Jackson impersonator. It was a bit surprising, and I felt a little nervous. The show was in the second-floor seating area, but even from there, I could see everything clearly and had a great time. There were hula dances, fire dances, and impersonators of Elvis and Michael Jackson, and the venue was buzzing with excitement. The fire dance was so intense it was almost scary. The Michael Jackson impersonator looked so much like him, and his dancing was perfect. Elvis came down to the audience, giving leis and scarves to the guests and kissing them on the cheek. It was thrilling to see them up close. Since there isn't much time during the day of arrival, I recommend taking a nap after checking into the hotel to prevent jet lag and participating in this evening option. It was truly fun!

ハワイ到着日の夜に参加しました。ロイヤルハワイアンセンターの４階でワイキキの中心にありとても行きやすい場所なので送迎がなくても行けました。少し早めに到着しましたが受け付けが始まっていました。受け付けが終わると席に案内してくれてマイタイを提供してくれました。アルコールとノンアルコールの二種類がありました。少しすると豚の丸焼きが登場しバイキングがスタートしました。サラダ、パン、白身魚、豚、チキン、ローストビーフとたくさんありワンプレートでお腹いっぱいになりました。特にいもが焼き芋みたいで美味しかったです。デザートもチョコケーキ、クッキー、アイス、コーヒーなどがあり満足でした。食事の後移動して会場へ入るといきなりマイケル・ジャクソンのそっくりさんがお出迎えしてくれました。急にいたので少々緊張しました。ショーは２階席でした。けど２階席でも全然見えるしすごく楽しめました。フラダンスやファイヤーダンス、それにプレスリー、マイケル・ジャクソンのそっくりさんが出演されていて会場は大盛り上がりでした。ファイヤーダンスは怖いくらい迫力満点です。マイケル・ジャクソンは本物かと思うくらい似ていたし踊りも完璧でした。プレスリーは会場に降りてきてくれて会場のお客さんにレイやマフラーをプレゼントして頬にキスしていました。すごく近くで見れるので大興奮です。到着日の昼間はあまり時間がないので時差ぼけ予防にホテルチェックイン後お昼寝をしてこの夜のオプションに参加する事をおすすめします。本当に楽しかったです！

I made a reservation here after checking the weather on a nice day just in case. The weather was good and the waves were calm, which was great. Although they didn't speak Japanese, it wasn't a problem.

あらかじめ、天気の良い日を一応確認してからこちらで予約しました。天気も良く波も穏やかでよかったです。日本語は通じませんが、問題は無かったです。

Due to a sudden change for the inspection of the hull, I participated here. The weather was favorable, and I was able to see the best sunset view, but the food was still somewhat lacking. Since there were many participants and it was a buffet style, I had to wait in line for a long time to eat. The good weather and scenery were the greatest relief.

船体の点検の為、急遽変更し、こちらに参加しました。天気に恵まれ最高の夕日の景色を見ることができましたが、食事はやはりもうひとつと言った感じです。参加人数も多かった事もあり、ブュッフェスタイルなので長い時間並ばないと食べれず、天気と景色が良かったのが何よりの救いでした。

My first paddleboarding experience, I’m 60 and my wife is trying it for the first time. There was a brief lecture, but experience is what matters most. We had a lesson just for the two of us from a teacher who spoke broken Japanese, and then we headed out to the sea.

It was quite challenging to maintain balance. Even when I finally managed to stand, it was difficult to paddle and move forward. Surprisingly, my wife was able to stand up quite easily. I’m glad we had a kind teacher.

はじめてのパドルボード、私は60.妻は初めてのボード体験。簡単なレクチャーはありましたがとにかく経験が大事。カタコトの日本語の先生から二人だけでレッスンを受けて海へ。
なかなかバランスが難しい。やっとスタンド出来てもパドルで漕いで進むのが難しい。
妻は意外と簡単にスタンドアップ出来ました。
優しい先生で良かった。

It was disappointing that the instructor who was in charge seemed to favor my beautiful friend. My friend also noticed this and mentioned that the treatment felt unnatural. Even though it was my first time, for some reason, my friend was leading while I was left stranded in the middle of the ocean, being told to make my way back on my own, which made me anxious several times. ^^ There were also many photos of my friend. Since the service was inconsistent, I’m giving it a lower rating. I do not recommend it.

担当してくださった講師の先生は美人な友人に贔屓めだったのが残念。友人もそれには気付いていたようで対応が不自然だと言っていました。初めてなのになぜか友人だけリードして私だけ海の真ん中に取り残されて自力で来いと言われて不安になった事が何度も^^;写真も友人が多かったです。対応にムラがあるので星は少なめ。お勧めはしません。

Excellent crew made sure everyone was comfortable and also made sure everyone got to snorkel with the turtles.
Had a great time especially for the price it was a great value

While enjoying a Mai Tai, we slowly went sailing. There were more foreign participants than Japanese, and the atmosphere and vibe were truly American. If the weather is favorable, it will be the best sunset cruise, but even with a bit of cloud cover, the colors of the sky gradually changed, which was quite moving. Since you board directly from the beach barefoot, it's best to wear clothes that can get wet, and depending on the weather, I think a light jacket is necessary.

マイタイを飲みながら、ゆっくりとセーリングしていきます。
日本人より外国人の参加が多く、雰囲気、乗りは、まさにアメリカンです。
天気に恵まれれば最高なサンセットクルーズとなりますが、少々曇っていても、空の色が徐々に変わっていって、なかなか感動ものでした。
浜辺から裸足で直接乗船するので、濡れてもよい恰好で、天気によっては寒いので羽織ものは必要かと思います。

It's definitely geared towards tourists, but it's the perfect place to experience the vibe of Hawaii! The dinner buffet is also of very high quality!

がっつり観光客向けですが、ハワイの気分を味わうには最高です！ディナーブッフェもかなりクオリティーが高いです！

Swimming with turtles and sailing with dolphins was amazing! It felt like a great deal for the price. I participated in the morning session, and there were hardly any Japanese people, so it was a deep American tour.

カメと一緒に泳げ、イルカと一緒にセーリング出来て最高でした！
値段の割にかなりお得感があります。
午前中の時間帯に参加したのですが、日本人がほとんどいなくてディープなアメリカンなツアーでした

When I go to Hawaii, I always feel like I have to see this show... I've watched it about 4 to 5 times, but I think the structure wasn't as good as before? It seemed like they focused too much on hula dancing, which diminished the fun of the traditional impersonation show. The person who resembles Elvis, who always performs, is stable, but compared to the impersonators I've seen before like Steven Tyler and Celine Dion, I felt a bit disappointed with the others. However, since different performers come out each time, I think I will go again.

ハワイに行ったら必ず…という感じで、４～５回は観ていますが、構成が今までで一番良くなかったような？
フラダンスを押し出し過ぎて、従来のモノマネショーの楽しさが半減していた気がします。
いつも出ているエルビスに似ている方は安定していますが、他は今まで見たスティーヴン・タイラー、セリーヌ・ディオン等のモノマネの方と比べて、ちょっと残念だった気がしました。
でも毎回出てくる方が違うので、また行くと思いますが。

This was my second time on a dinner cruise, but this ship didn't have any special stage performances, just a few band members and one Hawaiian dancer, which felt quite simple. There wasn't really a show to speak of, and there were no announcements for birthday or wedding celebrations, which made it a bit lonely. The cheerful atmosphere of Hawaii is very enjoyable, so it was a bit disappointing. The price wasn't too high, so maybe that's to be expected? Since we were a group of six, we had reserved seats, but some groups had to sit together at shared tables. It's also based on the order of boarding, so I recommend boarding early.

夕食付きクルージングは、2度目ですが、今回の船には、特段舞台もなく、数名のバンドと一人のハワイアンダンサーでさっぱりしたものでした。
ショーと言えるものはなく、お誕生日お祝い、結婚祝いなどの呼びかけもなく、ちょっと寂しかったかな。ハワイの陽気な雰囲気は、とても楽しいので、
残金でした。料金もそれ程なのでやむ得ないか？
6人で行ったので、予約席がありましたが、数名のグループは自由席で、相席状態でした。それも、乗船順なので、早めに乗船することを勧めます。

I went surfing for the first time in my life. For a guy nearing his sixties, it was definitely a bit of a tough activity. But it was so much fun!

生まれて初めてサーフィンをしました。還暦近いおじさんにはさすがに少々ハードな遊びです。でも最高に楽しかった！

I was able to enjoy the show from the front and center seat☆
The hula was wonderful!! The food was delicious too!
I'm glad I could participate!
Thank you very much☆

一番前の真ん中の席でショーを堪能できました☆
素晴らしいフラでした！！食事も美味しかったです！
参加できて良かったです！
ありがとうございました☆

This time there were 49 people. It was my second time sailing.

I wondered if there was a toilet on this boat, but when I sat down, I found that the area near the toilet was quite spacious after opening the red lid and going down the stairs. People who had drunk too much kept going in and out.

This time we set sail at 7:30, and since the fireworks started at 7:45, everyone chatted and drank for the remaining hour, and it was once again a lot of fun.

今回も49名
2回目のセーリングでした。

この船にトイレ？と思いましたが、座ったところがトイレの近くで、赤の蓋を開けて、階段を降りると思ったより結構広いスペースがー
飲みすぎた人たちが入れ替わり立ち代り入って行きましたー

今回は7時30分出航で、7時45分から花火だったので、残り1時間はみんな喋って飲んでとまたまた楽しかったです。

Great staff who made the trip lots of fun. Saw tons of turtles, though not a great variety of other fish - but I was there to see turtles, and so I was happy as can be!
Got a little woozy after being out on the ocean, and they immediately recognized it (without me having to say anything!) and offered me a dab of lavendar oil behind my ears/under my nose that cleared it right up.

Overall a great trip, highly recommend!

We participated as a couple. We arrived at the venue a little after 6, handed our voucher to the reception, and received stickers to wear on our chests. We enjoyed a buffet while listening to Hawaiian music. All the dishes were delicious, and the chicken was especially recommended. After finishing our meal, we took a short break, met Elvis, took photos, and then entered the venue to view the costumes and other displays. The show we watched from the front row on the second floor was very enjoyable. Even though we've been to Hawaii many times, it was our first time participating, which felt like a missed opportunity. My wife loves hula, and I love Michael, so I thought we should have come earlier. After the show, we bought a commemorative photo with Elvis and later got autographs from Elvis and Michael on our pictures. If we come to Hawaii again, we will definitely participate. When we return, I will recommend it to my friends who love Hawaii.

夫婦で参加させていただきました。6時過ぎに会場に行ってバウチャーを受け付けに渡して胸に貼るシールを貰ってからハワイアンを聴きながらのブッフェを頂きました。どの料理も美味しく特にチキンはおススメです。食事を済ませて少し休憩を挟んでエルビスのお迎えと写真撮影を終えて会場に入って衣装などを観覧しました。2階の最前列で観たショーは大変楽しく何十回とハワイに来ているのに初参加とは惜しい事をしました。妻はフラ好き私はマイケル好きなのでもっと早くに来るべきだったと思いました。ショーが終わって帰りにエルビスとの記念写真を買ってその後にエルビスとマイケルから写真にサインして頂きました。又ハワイに来ましたら参加させていただきます。帰りましたらハワイ好きの友人達にもお勧めさせて貰います。

The meals were served as a self-service buffet under a tent roof. It featured a live band for the impersonation show. Neither Elvis nor Michael was very convincing. I think Japanese impersonators might be more similar. There were scenes that made me feel the cast was uninspired and not having fun. This was the most disappointing show I experienced in Oahu.

食事はテント屋根の下でセルフバイキングでした。
物真似ショーの生バンド仕様でした。
エルビスもマイケルももうひとつ似てない。
日本のモノマネ芸人のほうが似てるかな。
キャストもンネリして楽しくないのかなと感じさせるシーンが随所に
オアフのショーの中では一番寂しく感じました。

Great snorkelling amongst turtles and gorgeous tropical fish. Terrific sailing experience also, with excellent crew onboard. Drinks and snacks available, bring small amount of cash

I participated on the last day in Hawaii. As a result, I had a really fun time and made great memories! I highly recommend it! There were only a few Japanese people, which was nice since it was English-only. The staff were friendly and considerate, so I think those who are not confident in their English will have no worries. The people I boarded with were also very lively, and unfortunately, the day I participated was cloudy, so I couldn't see the sunset very well, but the atmosphere and the breeze were pleasant, and I was satisfied. Be careful not to drink too many Mai Tais (laughs). I want to do it again!

Hawaii最終日に参加しました。
結果、本当に楽しい時間を過ごすことができ良い思い出になりました！オススメします！
英語対応オンリーで日本人は少なく、それが良かった！
スタッフも気さくで気遣ってくれるので英語が苦手な方でも心配ないと思います。
一緒に乗船した方々もノリノリで、残念ながら参加した日は曇っていてサンセットがあまり見えませんでしたが、とにかく雰囲気と風が気持ち良く満足。
マイタイ飲みすぎるので、そこは注意です（笑）
またリピートしたいです！

It was a cruising experience in the evening. To my surprise, alcohol was free, and we had such a great time! My friends and their spouses were also very satisfied. Both the crew and the guests were lively, and even though I didn't understand English, it was truly enjoyable. I would love to participate again next time.

夕方からのクルージングでした。
なんと、アルコールもフリーでこんな良い時間過ごさせていただいて！！
友達夫婦とも大満足でした。
クルーも客もみんな乗り乗りで、英語がわからなくても本当に楽しかったです。
次回もまた参加したいですね。

I had a great time! However, I got a bit seasick while surfing, which was a little disappointing, but I still enjoyed it! The instructor helped me catch the waves at just the right moment, so even as a beginner, I was able to have fun without any issues! Next time, I will take some motion sickness medication before participating!

とても楽しかったです！
が、サーフィンに酔ってしまい少し残念でしたが楽しめました！
良いタイミングでインストラクターの方が波に乗せてくれたので、初心者でも問題なく楽しめました！
次回は酔い止めを飲んで参加します！

I was torn between the VIP dinner and the buffet dinner, but since there were cocktails available, I opted for this one.

The food was delicious, but I was concerned that the meal was taking a long time to arrive for the table next to me, which made it difficult to enjoy my own meal. By the time the coffee was served, the main course finally arrived, and even though it was about the people next to me, I felt relieved. I think there are many tables, and perhaps the staff didn't notice, but when waiting too long, it's better to check in early.

During the meal, guests from the general seating area entered from the back, above the VIP seats. I was a bit uncomfortable being watched by a large number of people while eating from above. (They might not have been looking, but it was a little unsettling.) I think it would be nice if there were some dividers like shades until the meal is finished. Alternatively, starting the VIP meal earlier could help...

Also, since the seats below the stage are VIP seats, it feels like you're looking up at the show. I found it hard to see certain highlights, like Michael Jackson's feet, because they were blocked by amplifiers and speakers, making it seem easier for those in general seating to see from above.

The food was tasty, and the show itself was enjoyable, but I had concerns about other aspects, so I would rate it three stars.

VIPディナーとブユッフェのディナーと悩みましたが、カクテルもあるし、、、とこちらに申し込みました。

食事は美味しかったですが、お隣の席になかなか食事が運ばれず気になって、食べにくかったです。
最後のコーヒーが出てくるころにやっとメインがきてお隣のこととはいえ、やれやれと安心しました。
多くのテーブルがあり、スタッフが気付かなかったのかなと思いますが、
あまり待たされるときは、早めに確認したほうが良いと思います。

食事の途中で、一般の席の方々がVIP席より後方の上部に入ってきます。
大勢の人たちに、上から食べているのを見られているのが私は気になりました。（見ていないかもしれませんが、ちょっと落ち着きません。）
食事が終わるまで、シェード等で区切ってもらえるといいなと思います。
もしくは、VIPの食事開始を早めるとか。。。

また、ステージから下がった席がVIP席なので、ショーも見上げる感じです。
マイケルジャクソンの足元等、見どころがアンプやスピーカーに遮られて
見えずらかったので、一般席の方が上からで見やすいように思います。

食事もおいしく、ショーそのものも楽しかったですが、そのほかの点が気になりましたので、☆☆☆です。

I signed up with a light-hearted feeling, hoping that the meal would be a bit more enjoyable, and from the moment I arrived, it started with a warm welcome from the dancers, followed by the buffet time. The roast beef wasn't very good, but the other dishes were delicious in terms of flavor and everything else. After that, we moved to the show area and waited for it to start, but once it began, it was over in no time. The energy of the dancers running non-stop, along with the singers, made it a truly American show. I want to go again.

食事が少し楽しくなればいいなぐらいの軽い気持ちで、申し込んだのですが、着いた時からダンサーの歓迎から始まりブッフェタイムが始まりました。
ローストビーフはあまりよくありませんでしたが、その他のご飯は味付けからなにまでとても美味しくいただけました。
そのあとはショーのエリアに移動して、スタートを待ちましたが、始まってからはあっという間でした。
ノンストップで走り続けるダンサーの迫力から、シンガーまでアメリカらしいショーでした。
また行きたいです。

I had a reservation for the Star of Honolulu, but due to hull repairs, I was forced to cancel and quickly switched to the Majestic. However, even though it was just two docks away, I had quite a bit of trouble finding the boarding area. Because of that, I thought it might not compare well to the original cruise, but I believe the cost performance was actually better here. Unfortunately, it was cloudy, so I couldn't see the sunset, and I thought I might miss the fireworks too, but I was able to see them clearly, and they were not disappointing at all; I enjoyed them quite a bit. I thought the cocktail and light snacks were decent as well. More importantly, since I had planned to go directly to the boarding area, the outbound trip from the Kahala area would have been wasted, but thanks to VELTRA's negotiation, I was able to get a refund for one-way fare, which I was very grateful for. Because of that, my first ride back in a limousine was a fantastic experience.

スターオブホノルルを予約していたが船体補修とかでキャンセルを強いられ、急遽マジェスティックに切り換えた。処が、ふたつ先の桟橋なのに乗船場が分からず見つけるのにかなり苦労する。そんな事もあり当初のクルーズと比べてイマイチかなと思って乗船したが、コストパフォーマンスはこちらの方がよかったのではと思う。生憎曇っていてサンセットは見られず、花火もダメかなと思っていたらこれはしっかり見られて、その内容もそれ程ショボイものではなく、それなりに楽しめた。カクテル一杯と軽食もまあまあだったと思う。それより直接乗船場に行く事にしていた為、カハラ地区からの往路は無駄になるところだったのに、ベルトラさんのネゴで片道分をバックして貰えたのは大変有り難かった。お陰で、初めてのリムジンでの帰りは非常に気分が盛り上がったものであった。

Overall, the sunset cocktail cruise was excellent. The service staff was very attentive and would frequently go around the catamaran, refilling drinks and asking if you needed anything. The cruise itself did not take you very far from the pier, and stayed off the Waikiki coast, but still had an excellent view of diamond head and sunset. The appetizers were good, though not very substantial, consisting of chips, salsa, guacamole, salad, pasta salad, veggies, and rolls. Wouldn’t expect to get full from the food. The drinks were great, and basically free-flowing. Overall an excellent cocktail cruise

You will be guided to your meal right after gathering. Fresh pineapple and Mai Tai are served, and for a while, you can enjoy hula songs and dances. You go to the buffet in order at the table, but honestly, including the whole roasted pig, it wasn't very tasty. However, I think the hospitality service was very good.

After that, you enter the facility, and the show from there was more entertaining than I expected. The wonderful singing ability and high level of performance kept me completely satisfied until the end without getting bored.

集合してからすぐに食事へ案内されます。
生のパイナップルとマイタイが出てしばらくはフラの歌と踊りを楽しめます。テーブルの順番にブュッフェを取りに行くのですが、豚の丸焼きを含めこれは正直、あまり美味しくありませんでした。でも、おもてなしのサービスはとても良いと思います。
そのあと、施設に入るのですが、そこからのショーは期待していたより面白かったです。歌唱力の素晴らしさとパフォーマンスの高さでまったく飽きることなく最後まで満足しました。

Due to a sudden change in the hull inspection, we used this option. Since it was our wedding anniversary, I was worried about how it would turn out, but this was also very lovely. The view was great as well.

船体検査で急遽変更し、こちらを利用させていただきました。結婚記念日でしたのでどうなることかと思いましたが、こちらもとても素敵でした。景色もよく見えました。

I thought it would be a show enjoyable for three generations, so I signed up. For my grandmother and my elementary school child, the one-hour parade of hula dances and unfamiliar songs seemed long, and they ended up sleeping partway through the show due to the dark venue.

On a large monitor, there were videos of Michael Jackson playing, and the singing and dancing were so lifelike that it was a lot of fun.

The venue, Royal Hawaiian Center, was easy to find, and the buffet included a Mai Tai drink with non-alcoholic options. There were about ten types of dishes, including roast beef. While it wasn't mind-blowingly delicious, I felt it was worth more than the price!

3世代で楽しめるｼｮｰかなぁー？と思い申し込みました。おばあちゃんと小学生の子供には、ﾌﾗﾀﾞﾝｽと知らない歌のオンパレードで１時間は、長かったようで・・会場が暗いこともありショーの途中から寝ていました。
　大きなﾓﾆﾀｰにはﾏｲｹﾙｼﾞｬｸｿﾝの映像が流れており、本物そっくりの歌と踊りでとても楽しかったです。
　会場のﾛｲｱﾙﾊﾜｲｱﾝｾﾝﾀｰは、場所も分かりやすく、ﾉﾝｱﾙｺｰﾙも選べるﾏｲﾀｲﾄﾞﾘﾝｸ付きﾋﾞｭｯﾌｪは、10種類ほどのお料理にﾛｰｽﾄﾋﾞｰﾌもあり、味は美味しい！と感動する程ではないものの、お値段以上だな～と感じました。