Reviewed by: S Marshall
Our driver( Larry ) was funny, entertaining and informative, which he blends together that got the crowd laughing, intrigued and bouncing questions back. He was prompt, professional and made the tour. The bus was comfortable and when the pickup changed not by the company but by the city Veltra contacted us by phone, after trying to reach us by email to make sure we didn’t miss our pickup, so 5 stars all around.
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| Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/11 |
Reviewed by: Amy
Tour is exactly as described. Our tour guide Larry was excellent. He was very knowledgeable and funny. He went out of his way for us. We chose this tour because it’s convenience of time, where most tours went all day.
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| Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/22 |
Reviewed by: J, L & M Thompson
Larry with Royal Star handled our tour.... if you find a way to replicate him, you will be well served (as well future attendees). He was knowledgeable, fun, affable and a perfect fit for the thread that ties these parts of the tour together.
Cemetery was humbling and very moving - at the very time we drove through, military was preparing for an internment that day.
Downtown tour was just right - highlighting both historical and current buildings and sharing information for possible additional visits later.
Arizona Memorial - website information helped us prepare well (clear bags allowed us to bring cameras and other items). The presentations at the visitor center were informative, and the video presentation was very moving. Little was said on the transport to the memorial, and our time there was memorable -- anyone who visits and is not moved by the sacrifice and losses is missing something.
Missouri was very interesting as well. Self-guided touring allowed for us to take the time needed to explore areas we found interesting. We did not see the Air Museum (but it's on the list next time). Transfers to and from Ford Island were well timed and operated - then it was time for Larry to take us "home".
ONLY complaint - our visit at both the Arizona and Missouri seemed a little rushed. We had about an hour before our tickets for the video, then seemed to have only ten minutes at the memorial (I understand might have been time for lunch for the tender captains?) and then ten minutes before our bus to Missouri (and find time for lunch). At Missouri, we had at most 90 minutes from drop off to time to board return bus back to the visitor center. Even another fifteen minutes at each memorial would have allowed for a more relaxing and reflective visit.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Tour with Ticket [Jan - Mar] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/25 |
Reviewed by: Dom
I learned about the history of Hawaii, and the plants were explained in detail. In the long-awaited hula lesson, I was taught by the kumu hula, Brad Cooper, and it felt like a dream. I was also very satisfied with the beautiful lei making.
ハワイの歴史が学べ、植物も丁寧に説明していただきました。
念願のフラレッスンではクムフラのブラッド クーパー先生に教えていただき夢のようでした。
レイメイクも素敵にできて大満足です。
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| Packages: | 現代フラレッスン+ティーリーフレイ作り体験付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/24 |
Reviewed by: Customer for Life!
We had a BLAST! We were scheduled on a night before Christmas, however, due to very bad weather, the Mayor kept light display “dark”. Enoa Tours provided EXCELLENT customer service! They were determined and devoted to rescheduling us or giving us a full refund! We rode on the last night of City Lights and, although Christmas had past, with our upbeat and fun driver we rocked out to a special Christmas/Sha la la playlist and waved, wished a Happy New Year to everyone we passed!
MAHALO NUI LOA Enoa Tours, we will DEFINITELY make this a Christmas tradition and invite family and friends to join us!
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| Packages: | Standard Christmas Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/29 |
Reviewed by: ぴょんぴょん
Unlike the regular trolley, this one takes a detour to beautiful illuminated spots. When I got off the trolley in front of the city hall, the giant Santa statue and the Hawaiian-style decorations were wonderful. I see the Santa statue during the day when passing by on TheBus, but its sparkling appearance at night is exceptional. Additionally, inside the city hall, there was an exhibition of Christmas wreaths made by local citizens, and the unique wreaths were impressive.
通常のトロリーと違って、イルミネーションの美しい箇所を寄り道して通り、市庁舎前で、トロリーを降りたら、巨大なサンタ像、ハワイ風のデコレーションが素晴らしかった。サンタ像は、昼間にもTheBusで通る際にも見るが、夜の光輝く姿は格別です。また、市庁舎内には、一般市民の作ったクリスマスリースの展示もあり、個性豊かなリースが印象的でした。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/26 |
Reviewed by: Canadian tourist
We had to wait about half an hour for the “tour” to begin. The driver mentioned a couple of places on the way to the drop off point but basically it was a bus ride to downtown where we got off the bus and walked around for an hour on our own and then boarded the bus back to the bus depot. An Uber would have been a lot cheaper.
I will not sign up for this tour again in the future.
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| Packages: | Standard Christmas Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/24 |
Reviewed by: Kindosan
Hawaii has few Christmas illuminations. This tour guides you to places that capture the Christmas spirit, so it's quite good. The driver cheerfully hums while driving around Waikiki. You can get off at the city hall and eat malasadas, but I chose to stay on the bus and return. The area around the city hall seems small enough to explore in about 30 minutes.
ハワイはクリスマス・イルミネーションが少ない。このツアーはクリスマス感を出している箇所を案内してくれるので、それなりによい。運転手が陽気に鼻歌交りでワイキキを回ってくれる。市庁舎で下車し、マラサダを食べることもできるが、下車せず帰った。市庁舎付近は30分もあれば十分回れる程度の規模のように思えた。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/23 |
Reviewed by: LAMU
Since it was my first time participating and I was the first to check in, I was able to sit in the front row on the second floor.
We set off in a great atmosphere while listening to Christmas songs!
After arriving, we had an hour of free time, so I was able to take photos at a leisurely pace.
Although there was a bit of a wait, I was able to take a commemorative photo with Santa, which became a wonderful memory.
始めての参加でチェックインが1番だったので2階席の最前に座ることができました。
クリスマスソングを聞きながらとてもいい雰囲気で出発!!
着いてから1時間のフリータイムがあるので、ゆっくり写真が撮れました。
少し並びましたがサンタとの記念撮影も出来て良い思い出になりました。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/15 |
Reviewed by: tlc03
It was a great time for a sunday night. Lights were beautiful! The crew was very enthusiastic and helpful! The music kept cutting in and out though and the bus got too close to some lower trees a couple times.
Thanks for a great night!
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| Packages: | Standard Christmas Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/14 |
Reviewed by: Michelle A.
It was fun, I only wished we had more time. We were dropped off at 7pm and had to be back at 7:30, so we didn't get to go into the Hale to look at the trees.
thank you for riding with us
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| Packages: | Standard Christmas Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/09 |
Reviewed by: LizW
Pick up on time with the most interesting accommodating tour guide Marlon. Jammed packed with interesting information and being able to answer ever question. The coach was immaculate and very comfortable. Marlon gave a very interesting history of Honolulu and pointed out so many things of interest. His local knowledge and his history knowledge was remarkable. I highly recommend this tour. Family members chose to do Pearl Harbor on their own the day before us and although slightly cheaper missed out on so many things. When we got to Pearl Harbor Marlon gave us advice on the best way to see all the sights and he was so right. I can’t recommend this tour highly enough.
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| Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/05 |
Reviewed by: Sandra
Well organised excursion to see the Arizona Memorial with sightseeing of Honolulu surroundings. There was also an option to add on more to this trip eg the Missouri ship. A little more time at the Pearl Harbour centre would have been better, however the short time at the actual Arizona Memorial was as per the rules of the memorial, and not set by the tour itself. The film before the trip to the actual memorial was excellent. I am mobility impaired and was using a walker, and found my needs amply catered for, and was made to feel valued and welcome.
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| Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/17 |
Reviewed by: Tim Burton
We were picked up and warmly greeted by our guide/driver Brandon. Brandon’s in-depth knowledge of Honolulu, it’s history and it present day culture, to include the building murals, is wonderful. This just attests to the time spent studying these subjects. Being former military, his narration of the Punch Bowl and it significance both in history and present day was outstanding. Before our arrival at Pearl Harbor, Brandon setup the morning of Dec 7 will great background information, that would not normally be known unless you are a history buff. Then on to Pearl Harbor, where we were turned over to the Park Service and the Navy. A very informational presentation and lots of background
and answers for any questions. The time spent was wonderful with tons of information to be gleaned. Time was well managed, the route and schedule were well planned and the experience was great.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Arizona Memorial & City Tour [Jul 2022] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/12 |
Reviewed by: うみつき
Since the trolley doesn't operate at the start time in the morning, we took a taxi from our hotel in Waikiki. We arrived in about 20 minutes. After checking in at the counter, a Japanese staff member named Miho gave us a 30-minute tour of the museum. From the garden plants to the history of Hawaii, it was a short time, but I learned a lot. Both the building and the garden were wonderful.
The hula lesson started at 10 AM. Since my daughter and I were the only students that day, it was a private lesson. We began with some basics, and the teacher's husband played the ipu heke, making it a luxurious lesson for beginners. The song was "Hale Maumau." I had done a little hula in Japan, but it might be a bit difficult for complete beginners. However, it felt like the lesson was tailored to the students. By the end of the one-hour lesson, we were able to dance one song, and we received a certificate at the end of the hula lesson. After that, we learned how to make a lei using ti leaves, which took about 30 minutes to complete. I wore the lei until the evening, and I received compliments while shopping.
After the program ended, we explored the museum, looking at things like the bird capes that Miho had shown us, and we returned by trolley.
Although it's a distance from Waikiki and there are no trolleys at the start time, I think it's a place worth visiting. If I have the chance, I would love to go again.
朝はトロリーがない時間にスタートなので、ワイキキのホテルからタクシーで行きました。
20分くらいで到着。
カウンターで受付後、日本人スタッフのミホさんが30分くらい博物館の案内をしてくれます。
庭の植物から、ハワイの歴史、短い時間でしたが、とても勉強になりました。
建物も庭も素晴らしいものでした。
10時からフラレッスン開始。
この日の生徒は私と娘だけだったので、プライベートレッスン。
始め少しベーシックをやり、先生のご主人がイプヘケを叩いてくれて、初心者向けには贅沢なレッスンでした。
曲はハレマウマウ。日本で少しフラをやっていたのですが、まったくの初心者だと少し難しいかもしれません。
でも生徒に合わせてもらえる感じでした。
一時間のレッスンで一曲踊れるようになり、最後に認定証を頂き、フラレッスンは終了。
そのあとティーリーフを使ってレイの作り方を教えてもらえるのですが、30分ほとで完成、その日は夕方までレイをかけていましたが、買い物先などで褒めてもらえました。
プログラム終了後は、ミホさんに教えて頂いた鳥のマントなど、館内を見て回り、帰りはトロリーで戻りました。
ワイキキからは距離があり、開始時間にトロリーがないので、タクシーなどで行かなければなりませんが、行く価値のある場所だと思います。
次の機会があれば、またぜひ行きたいです。
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| Packages: | フラレッスン(初心者/2019年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/29 |
Reviewed by: ちぇりー
It was enjoyable to listen to stories about traditional Hawaiian plants in the garden of the Bishop Museum. Although I was a complete beginner, I had the valuable experience of taking hula dance lessons from a qualified instructor while learning the meanings of the songs. At the end of the hula lesson, I asked our guide to take a video of us dancing on my smartphone, and they kindly agreed.
After the hula lesson, we did lei making. The string part of the lei is also woven from grass, and we insert flowers at the end. Since the flowers wilt within a day, I stored them in the refrigerator as soon as I returned to the hotel and wore them out that evening. While I can't bring the flowers back to Japan, I can take the ring part without the flowers (customs is fine with that; it seems they microwave it before use). Once back in Japan, I can dry them and preserve them as dried flowers.
ビショップミュージアムの庭でハワイ伝統の植物の話を聞くのは楽しかったし、全くの初心者でしたが歌の意味を習いながら、専門的な講師の資格を持つ先生からフラダンスのレッスンを受けることができ、貴重な体験ができました。フラレッスンの最後には、ガイドさんに自分たちの踊る様子をスマホで撮ってほしいとお願いしたところ、快く引き受けてくださいました。
フラレッスンの次に、レイメイキングをしました。レイの紐(輪っか)の部分も草で編み、最後に花を挿します。花は1日で萎れてしまうので、ホテルに戻るとすぐに一旦冷蔵庫で保存し、夜のお出かけ時に着けて出かけました。花は日本に持って帰れませんが、花を抜いて輪っかの部分だけなら日本に持ち込めます(税関大丈夫とのこと。使う前に電子レンジにかけてるみたいでした)。日本に持って帰ったら乾燥させ、ドライフラワー状態で保存することができます。
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| Packages: | 現代フラレッスン+ティーリーフレイ作り体験付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/04/19 |
Reviewed by: marin
If you go during Christmas, please be sure to experience it. Especially if you have children. For those who are not familiar with Hawaii, I recommend taking a tour. Especially at night, as the trolleys do not run.
クリスマスに行かれた方は 是非体験してください
お子様連れは 特に
ハワイに慣れていない方は ツアーをお勧めします
特に夜は トロリーも走っていないので
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Diane T
This tour was wonderful. I’d been to Pearl Harbor years ago with family. The tour added an xtra touch - our tour guide, Marlon, was an added bonus. He spoke with reverence and compassion and gave us a lot of local information and history. Definitely recommend!
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| Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/06/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/06/21 |
Reviewed by: Barbara M
Our driver Larry was totally awesome! He was so knowledgeable, informative and entertaining. We received a great sightseeing tour of Honolulu/Waikiki and the surrounding area. If you request Larry specifically as your driver/guide, you won't be disappointed. He is very good at what he does. What can I say about Pearl Harbor? Everyone needs to visit this site. Unfortunately, the Arizona Memorial was closed for repairs so you will be given a boat ride in the harbor instead. But that's just a reason to come back and do it again.
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| Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/14 |
Reviewed by: Maria
We enjoyed everything about it and our driver was amazing and full of knowledge and great sense of humor, we will definitely use you in the future, as well as recommend you to others .
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| Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/10 |
Reviewed by: ニコニコ
City Lights was very beautiful, and I was able to take lots of wonderful photos. I think it's worth a visit. There aren't many attractions until you reach the city hall, but I thought it would be even more exciting if there were cheerful music and explanations, typical of overseas experiences.
The trolley boarding and alighting spots were a bit confusing, and especially on the way back, there were many lost Japanese tourists. On the way there, it wasn't next to DFS, but at the trolley stop deep inside on the first floor, and on the way back, it was the same place as the bus stop where we got off on the way there.
シティライツは、とっても綺麗で素敵な写真もいっぱい撮れました。行って損はないと思います。市庁舎に着くまでは、特に見所はないのですが、海外らしく陽気な音楽や説明で盛り上げてくれたら、もっとワクワクするのになーと思いました。
トロリーの乗り降りする場所が、少し分かりづらく、特に帰りは迷子の日本人がたくさんいたのですが、行きはDFSの横ではなく、1階の奥のトロリー乗り場で、帰りは行きで降りたバス停と同じ場所でした。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/30 |
Reviewed by: naka
The meeting point for the trolley bus was hard to find.
I observed from the second floor of the bus.
After seeing the line of people waiting to board, I decided to go back without getting off.
The first floor was full.
トロリーバスの待ち合わせ場所が分かりにくかった。
バスの2階席から見学しました。
現地の乗車待ちの列を見て、降車せずにそのまま帰りました。
1階は満員でした。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/25 |
Reviewed by: のんち
I was recommended by a local guide on another tour to see the Christmas lights, so I made a last-minute reservation and participated. It was indeed great! My 5-year-old was thrilled to ride on the carousel and other attractions. The trolley also constantly played Christmas songs, creating an amazing atmosphere.
別のツアーで現地のガイドさんにクリスマスイルミは見るべきと勧められたので急遽予約し参加してきました。確かに良かった!5歳の子供もメリーゴーランドなどの乗り物に乗ったりと大はしゃぎ。トロリーも常にクリスマスソングが流れてて雰囲気出てて最高でした。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/27 |
Reviewed by: GuI
I enjoyed a one-hour tour around Honolulu City on the trolley, soaking in the atmosphere of the city. From the second floor of the trolley, I was able to enjoy the illuminations and the city vibe while being blown by the wind. I got off in front of King Kamehameha and saw beautiful displays of Snow White and other illuminations at a nearby church.
トロリーでホノルルシティを一時間かけて、ぐるっと周り、街の雰囲気を楽しめました。 トロリーの2階席からイルミネーション、街の雰囲気を、風に吹かれながら、楽しめました。
カメハメ大王の前でおり、近くの教会では、白雪姫、他のイルミネーションが展示され、綺麗です。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/25 |
Reviewed by: あきら
I felt that it was less impressive than I expected and the cost was unusually high. It would have been better to go to the location myself rather than taking the bus tour, as I could have had more time, and the return bus was so crowded that I had to stand.
思っていたよりしょぼく費用が異常に高いと感じた。
バスツアーよりも自分で現地へいった方が時間が取れるし、帰りのバスも立ち席になるくらいギチギチでした。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/25 |
Reviewed by: Leilani
My family & I opted to enjoy the Christmas Lights by riding the Double Decker Bus....Overall experience as Residence Of Honolulu, Awsome!!
I highly recommend the trolley ride...save time on looking for parking, very easy way to enjoy the lights & sights!
This will be our New Family Tradition!
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| Packages: | Standard Christmas Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/25 |
Reviewed by: Oahu Resident
Expensive bus ride to Honolulu Hale where the lights and decor are. Driver was awesome! However in the future I'd save my money and Uber to the lights and carnival. The bus ride is cool but over priced.
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| Packages: | Standard Christmas Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/15 |
Reviewed by: おひさま
Christmas music plays, lifting the spirits. I took the bus that started at 6:00 PM, got off at the city hall, and went to see the Christmas decorations. You can take photos with Santa inside the city hall! There was also a Leonard's Malasada food truck. An hour is enough for sightseeing, but you'll need a bit more time for photos with Santa and the malasadas since there can be a line. I returned on the 8:00 PM bus.
クリスマスの音楽が流れて、気分を盛り上げてくれます。
18:00スタートのバスに乗り、市庁舎で降りて、クリスマス飾りを見てきました。
市庁舎内で、サンタさんと写真が撮れます!レナーズのマラサダのキッチンカーもありました。
観光は1時間あれば十分ですが、サンタさんと写真やマラサダは並ぶので、もう少し必要です。
現場を20:00のバスに乗って戻ってきました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/14 |
Reviewed by: baraki
After skillfully exploring areas with illuminations, it was great to have plenty of time to see the impressive Christmas decorations and illuminations at the city hall on the tour. However, the meeting point designated by Veltra was different from the one specified by the tour organizer, and I almost missed the tour while waiting at the wrong location. Fortunately, a staff member from the organizer came to find me, so I made it in time, but please ensure that the meeting point is clearly confirmed and communicated.
なかなか上手に、イルミネーションのある地域を回った後、市庁舎のクリスマスの立派な飾りつけとイルミネーションを見るツアーで、時間もたっぷりあって、良かったです。
ただし、
ベルトラの指定した待ち合わせ場所と、ツアー主催者が指定した場所とが異なっており、私が待っていた場所では、ツアーに乗り遅れそうになりました。主催者側のスタッフが探しに来てくれましたから、間に合いましたが、しっかりと集合場所を確認して周知するようにしてください。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/11 |
Reviewed by: まじゅん
I went sightseeing on the first day since I could go in the evening, and it was great to get a feel for the atmosphere of the city and the general direction! The meeting point for the trolley was a bit hard to find, but the driver was kind and understanding, which was nice!
The city lights were better than I expected!
夜から行けるということで初日に観光しました、街の雰囲気とかおおよその方向がつかめてよかったです!
トロリーの待ち合わせ場所が分かりづらかったんですが、運転手の方も優しい方で察してくれてよかったです!
シティライトも思っていたより良かったです!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/06 |
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Thank you for participating in the La Clea Flare Lesson and for the five-star rating! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed it. I will also let Mr. Brad know. We look forward to your next visit. Thank you very much!
この度はラクレアフラレッスンへのご参加、そして5つ星評価をありがとうございます!お楽しみ頂けたようで私たちもとてもうれしいです。ブラッド先生にも伝えます。
またのご来館お待ちしております。どうもありがとうございました。