Reviewed by: Jose Mendoza
This has been our third luau. We have been to a luau in Kona and the Old Lahaina Luau. This year my family and I decided to attend the luau at the Polynesian center since we had heard so much of it. Unfortunately, we were not impressed and actually disappointed. We were treated better at the other two luau's, such as free alcohol drinks and hospitality overall. Your dinner was good, and the waitress attended us well. We were disappoin- ted with the show. I felt I was watching a Las Vegas show and not a cultural, narrative, Polynesian history show. My family and I love to see the grass skirt dances and you had very little of it. We also did not like the auditorium ambiance and everyone running to get ice cream.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/06/16 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
It was a very nice greeting for my daughter and I Thank you!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2008/06/12 |
Reviewed by: DAvid
This place is beautiful.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/06/10 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Highly recommend, a great way to start your trip and surprise loved ones!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Charles
The lei greeting was a nice suprise for my friend. The lei was fresh orchids and it was beautiful.The lady who gave us the lei was not dressed Hawai'ian, and she put the lei around the neck. Latter we were stopped on the street and a local resident moved the lei's so they rested on our shoulder(this is the way it should be and the way it looks nice). I would like to have the presenter of the lei dressed at least in colorful Hawai'ian cloths and the lei put on us the right way. The lady was non-the-less very helpful and did guide us to the front of the airport where the limo was to pick us up. Thank you "Hawaii Activities".
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Suzette Pico
I totally recommend this lei greeting for first-timers to Hawaii if you are not being met by anyone. Your first visit and the spirit of Aloha begins with the lei greeting. Hawaii begins and continues with Aloha and love, even after your trip is over.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/31 |
Reviewed by: jd
This was quite an experience of seeing how life in the islands would have been like. It is quite different than life today.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/30 |
Reviewed by: Alan C.
Awesome, we are from New Zealand and the Horizons show certainly made us proud to be part of Polynesia
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/26 |
Reviewed by: Richard
I had returned after twenty five years and the Center was as good as ever! My traveling companion was visiting for the first time and thoroughly enjoyed the day, luau and show. A great day recommended for all visitors to the island of Oahu.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/13 |
Reviewed by: Rodgers Clan
This was a great first impression after travelling so long. The greeters were full of Aloha. They were right outside our arrival gate. Sign was just as we requested & the smiles were even better.
Thank you.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/13 |
Reviewed by: Debra
Excellent Lei greeter....
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/12 |
Reviewed by: Geraldine Robinson
A wonderful day - our second visit - and should not be missed. Entertaining & informative. The "Horizons" show is fantastic, particularly the Fire Dance.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/11 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
A very good event to go to. Good food, good show and hundrreds of your closest friends
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/05/07 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was a wonderful experience. The Makani staff were very funny and friendly. Food was great. We had a very good time and would definetly recommend this activity.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/22 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Our greeter was very friendly and seemed to be hawaiian, which was good. This was exactly what we paid for and expected.
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/22 |
Reviewed by: Rosie
The young lady that was there to greet us was very nice and friendly. She offered to take our picture - a thoughtful gesture. It was a surprise for my husband and he enjoyed it very much. Thank you!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/04/22 |
Reviewed by: LL
I was told this was the most authentic luau on Oahu. The actually dinner was a bit crowded and the stage show was too loud and pretty boring. The buffet offered a variety of dishes but I had to eat from the kids side because that menu only offered the vegetarian option that actually had nutritional value.
When booking this trip it would have been nice to know up front that the cultural center was run by mormons so therefore there was no alcohol or caffeine available. The night show was worth seeing...very well done...just as good as a play in NYC.
Our driver picked us up 15 minutes late then proceeded to wait another 20 for 2 people who were on the list and were not there yet. Because of this we were unable to get the tour of the center that we paid for and they would not issue us tickets to come again some other day. If I could do it all over again I would go the full day, pack food and see the evening show. Probably rent a car and take a break down the street on the beach.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2008/04/17 |
Reviewed by: Chris
The girl that greeted us was very friendly and we got our first impression of the Aloha Spirit. I ordered the lei as a surprise for my wife. She was very surprised and thrilled to start her trip with flowers. I would highly recommend this to anyone traveling to Hawaii; especially if this is your first trip or a special occassion such as a honeymoon. Mahalo and Aloha!
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/17 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Good!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/04/16 |
Reviewed by: Shaun
These were great!! I suprised my girlfriend and she loved it. The Leis last for weeks!!! On time and profesional!!! Thanks
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/04/14 |
Reviewed by: DJ
Friendly greeter, on time, quality flowers. Great surprise.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/04/08 |
Reviewed by: J JOnes
It was a surprise for m husband and he was in awe! The staff was friendly and helpful; although we needed no further help, it was nice to know she was there to offer a helping hand. The leis were beautiful as the hospitality of Hawaii. Thank you for WOW!!! my husband
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| Posted on: | 2008/04/06 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The greeter was terrific, friendly and helpful!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/04/01 |
Reviewed by: Melinda Hulett, Arkansas
Nice activity for all ages.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/29 |
Reviewed by: lsg family
This is definately educational for the kids. We had a great time...the show was great.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Joni Giacomino
This experience was wonderful and educational. Our tour guide Mon was fantastic and very informative. He took extra time with my 7 year old and encouraged her to participate in activities. The Horizon show was spectacular. I can't wait to go back to Hawaii to visit the center again.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/24 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great activity for the family. Entertained the kids (7 and 10) as well as the adults.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/23 |
Reviewed by: Terry Gordon
Exceeded our expectations. Never a dull moment from twelve noon to the end of the show. Be sure you get a guide. The guest-participation activities were a particular treat -- spear-throwing, poi ball twirling, drums, it was all great fun. And the evening show was truly spectacular. This was well worth the money and well worth the trip to the North side of the island.
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| Posted on: | 2008/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The lei greeting was very nice and done quite properly. I would recommend this experience to anyone coming to Hawaii
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/03/21 |
Reviewed by: Jim Schwartzmann
My wife loved getting the Lei and was completely surprised. After we got the lei and walked toward the baggage claim, several women said "How did she get a lei so quick" Great job and thanks, Jim.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/03/21 |
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