Reviewed by: Lilly
We chose this place to learn about polynesian culture, place is adorable, great people around, nice dinner and fantastic show at the end of the day. We recommend it.have fun!
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/10/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/10/14 |
Reviewed by: Matt C
The cultural center and night show were awesome. The luau was amazing! Very memorable experience!
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/10/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/17 |
Reviewed by: Robert Garcia
Great reception for our first time in Oahu. !!!!!!!!!! **********
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/10/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/30 |
Reviewed by: Sunny
The Polynesian center is a must see. The Luau was a bit disappointing in terms of the food selection and quantity. The evening show however was Outstanding!! I would recommend make this an all day event so as to explore the entire center.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Half-Day Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/09/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Maritza
Excellent centre, great way to learn about the Polynesian cultures and very entertaining.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/09/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Roger
wonderful tour had the greatest guide was able to see everything and had alot of good laughs was well worth having a tour guide
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/09/07 |
Reviewed by: joie nick
The food was horrible and the show was okay. We did not make it in time to do any of the activities offered. My parents were there all day and enjoyed the activities more than the dinner and show.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/09/06 |
Reviewed by: OhMyHiroshi
We had a wonderful time here. Our driver and escort provided lively Hawaiian music,taught us about sacred Hawaiian land, historic places where movies were filmed, and a list of Hawaiian vocabulary. As we got there we were greeted by employees while checking in. We saw every village and participated in some activities. We learned how to dance hula and play the ukulele. We also got to see the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The Luau portion was the best! I have never been satisfied with an endless luau buffet.Food was great but I have only one suggestion which is make sure you don't eat too much because you still need to attend the show HA The Breath of Life. The show was awesome with historic facts of how children were raised with the sense of Ohana in Hawaii. After watching this show my girlfriend and I are aware of how and what life means to the Hawaiians.Ultimately if you are planning on visiting Oahu and was interested in this activity, then don't hesitate to book it!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/09/02 |
Reviewed by: TizLV
The circle island tour (1 star) was too much a rush, it is literally a drive half way around the island to get to PCC, only a couple stops that barely has time to get off the bus and take photos, and no where states that the famous Hanauma Bay is closed on Tuesday for cleanup.
The PCC operates like the cruise ship, put a lei on you just to have photographer take pictures to sell you later, and then take the lei back. The so called guides in the PCC are students where some of them are not well trained to handle the group; you can do everything by yourself using the schedule of programs.
The Luau was mediocre, no whole pig roasting, just a huge dinning hall with lots of people, eating the buffet, and some show on stage. Sorry, I live in Vegas, this cannot compare.
"HA: Breath of Life" Show definitely 5 star, very well done and great performers, if you are willing to pay high price for shows in Vegas, this one is on par.
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau - Premium Show Seating & Guided Group Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/08/06 |
Reviewed by: jay
it was great fun for the entire family (12 yo boy and 9 yo girl) + mother in law The shows/ presentations were cute at each "islands" but definitely the highlight was HA -- the fire show--- would definitely go back next time in Hawaii but would go straight to the show ----
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission & "HĀ: Breath of Life" Evening Show Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/08/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/02 |
Reviewed by: Jessica
I thought the cultural center was very good. Our tour guide was amazing and would recommend having one. The only bad thing was not being able to take pictures during the breath of life show and no air movement. Show was great but very warm. Wish I could have taken pictures.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/25 |
Reviewed by: BGC
We had a wonderful time. If you wanted to have plain good time knowing the Polynecian culture this is a must! You will be spending most of your day in a ALL IN ONE package,from activities, education, culture, music, language. I don't know about other people but there is nothing to complain about the Luau and this place, the food was good,the show was great, the evening show was spectacular! For those who expect to get drunk and expect a Las Vegas type of show, please do your self a favor go somewhere else, BUT if you wanted to have a clean entertainment and wholesome environment for you and your family and appreciate custumes,culture, pretty and handsome islanders don't think twice of going here. Several reviewers expect a Las Vegas show and almost bear all, I'm a Islander I find those reviews very insulting to the culture of our people, this is a paradise Island, so please leave your mind set behind before coming here. PCC does the best to preserve the culture and their ancestry.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/01 |
Reviewed by: Susan
I would do it again. Our greeter was friendly and nice.
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/01 |
Reviewed by: Chin Wang
The tour guide and tour of the island was outstanding. The show at the Cultural Center was very well done and enjoyable. The food was okay, but not what was expected.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/02 |
Reviewed by: Robert S
We had a flight number change after United bought some other airline and we arrived with nobody waiting for us for our lei greeting. After a few minutes I realized what happened and we went to our hotel. I was planning on calling them to beg for a refund when I got a call from their office. When I explained what happened, they offered to meet us at our departure gate when we switched islands. I thought this was a great solution and was really appreciative of the extra effort.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/10 |
Reviewed by: kevin gaines
As soon as I came off the plane there was the lady with my name and lei in hand! It was a beautiful lei, presenter was a nice lady and walked with me to baggage claim as well. She was very friendly, knowledgeable and a good resource. This was great experience after a long day to be presented with a beautiful and fresh lei! I definitely recommend this offer to anyone going to Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Superior Lei |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2013/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/28 |
Reviewed by: Sergio Delgadillo
Nice event! So much to learn!! The day goes by fast with all the fun. They have a lot of activities for all the family. The dinner was awesome, prime rib buffet. Can't wait to go back!!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/22 |
Reviewed by: Nicky
Terrible food at the luau. Not very authentic in terms of food or staff. Was like a discount Disneyland but with not very convincing landscaping. A total tourist trap in terms of knock off "artisan" items and souvenirs. However the show HA was amazing. If I ever went back, would only go for the show.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Half-Day Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/24 |
Reviewed by: Crystal
The lady was wearing a red shirt but the website says she will be wearing white and purple. She helped us get to the baggage claim area and was very nice.
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/18 |
Reviewed by: Mary Mabes
It was a great learning experience to see all the different cultures.
We had a great time and I highly recommend it its worth the trip.
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| Packages: | Ambassador Alii Luau |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/19 |
Reviewed by: Paula
Such a nice way to arrive in Hawaii for first-timers. A special touch to get the holiday island romance started. Greeters were also helpful with airport details..
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/06/08 |
Reviewed by: Paula
My clients were very happy with their Lei greeting upon their first trip to Hawaii. A true sense of Ohana upon arrival. They were also helpful in terms of getting the folks to the rental car location.
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/05/16 |
Reviewed by: Luis
Excellent service and attention, even that my fligh was early 20 minutes and I was worry she won't get it , they where all ready there , her smile and thank you for the surprise was priceless , that I will do it again .
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| Packages: | Classic Orchid Lei |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/04/29 |
Reviewed by: Steve Salisbury
Booked an "Ambassador Package" as it seemed to offer a comprehensive itinerary and very glad we did as it took care of all the planning necessary to view the centre in a day.
The prime rib and seafood buffet was as good as expected considering the amount of guests it was catering for. The different cultural villages provided a good mix of information and humour as not to overload visitors brains. Guest involvement in traditional customs such as weaving and drumming was fun.
The "Ha" show was excellent, keeping the audience fully focused and entertained.
I would recommend the travel inclusive package from Waikiki. Smooth bus operation and after a full day, an opportunity to relax after the event. The guide on the outward journey was entertaining and informative.
What really made this a day to remember was our centre guide "Tori". Through all our years travelling the world, she was beyond doubt the most friendly, informative and caring person we have ever encountered in this role.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/21 |
Reviewed by: California fisherman
Veltra gave the cheap price, we took a tour guide that helped covering most of the place at Polynesia cultural center
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/12 |
Reviewed by: Phillips
I arranged this greeting for my family as a surprise and they loved it! We felt like VIP's at the arrivals gate and the Leis were absolutely beautiful. Our greeter was lovely and showed us where to meet our rental car shuttle after we got our bags. Thank you!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/03/19 |
Reviewed by: dnoel
We were met as we emerged from the restricted area by a beautiful young lady who held a sign wishing our grandson Aloha to Hawaii. She presented him with a gorgeous white and purple lei that smelled so nice. It kept for a week in the fridge. We were all happy with the way it went and she even posed for a picture with him. Keep up the good work. I recommend them 100% Thanks, a happy customer.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/03/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Seasoned Hawaii Traveler
We signed up for a Lei Greeting to surprise the couple who went with us to Hawaii for the first time. We signed up several months in advance and in our busy schedules never remembered to check back with Hawaiia Activities to insure they would be there. When our flight arrived late to our delight a professionally dressed lady was there waiting with our names and 4 leis (2 women's 2 men's). The qualify was beyond any lei I have had before. It was fresh and very well made. She took pictures for us and even escorted us to baggage claim. We toted the leis from Oahu to the Big Island and a week later they were still in pretty good shape. We finally dismantled them (so not to put the plastic string into the ocean) and put only the organic material into the ocean at southpoint as we made our individual wishes. We are so glad we did this for our new Hawaii travelers as it really made great start to another magical Hawaiian trip. We plan to use Hawaii Activities again when we go nex
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/02/24 |
Reviewed by: Sheryl Janssen
We were greeted by our guide who made sure we were in time for all of the activities. She would have us leave a little early to get to shows that were especially popular so we could get good seats. When it was time for dinner, we opted for the prime dining instead of the luau, so I cannot comment on the luau. After dinner we had a few minutes before going to the show. The show was a fabulous way to end the evening. It was a history of Hawaii that sort of reminded me of the Broadway play, "The Lion King". I would definitely take guests who had never been to the Polynesian Culture Center. I doubt that my husband and I would go again unless we wanted to try the luau. Not because it wasn't enjoyable, but because we have already experienced it. About the staff: they were wonderful! Our guides were so protective over us that it was hard to get away from the group to buy a soda! There is no alcohol served here which suited us fine. If you can't get through an afternoon and evening
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/02/23 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The Lei greeting at the Honolulu airport was very exciting. The young lady that met us was very helpful, taking photos and escorting to baggage pickup along with directions for car rental shuttle.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/02/23 |
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Aloha Robert,
Glad to hear that your first time in Hawaii went so well! I hope you and your family had a great time and made a whole bunch of wonderful memories together! Take care!
Mahalo,
Amy
Supervisor