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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

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Reviewed by: Brenda

Very interesting learning abouth the other islands. Everyone should make a trip there. Great food at the luau. Great Horizon night show.

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Posted on: 2008/09/22

伝統ルアウ&ハワイアンショー「パラダイス・コーブ 」開放的なオーシャンフロントで本場の雰囲気を味わえるショーやサンセット鑑賞<現地集合可/コオリナ・リゾート内>

It was a different world. 別世界でした。

Reviewed by: himi

It may be difficult for those who don't understand English at all. However, I think you can have a great time with just a little bit of English skills and the courage to take a step forward. There were really very few Japanese people, and we couldn't find anyone else besides us. The guide also spoke very little Japanese. But I think that's part of what makes it enjoyable. There were more than enough drinks and food. The events on stage were all wonderful, and I was quite satisfied. The city is of course lovely, but experiencing Hawaii in places like this is also great.

確かに英語が全然分からない人には難しいかもしれません。でも、少しの英語力と、一歩踏み出る度胸さえあれば充分楽しめると思います。
日本人は本当に少なくて、私たち以外に見つけることはできませんでした。
ガイドの方も、ほとんど日本語はしゃべれません。
でも、だからこそ楽しめるという部分もあると思います。
飲み物や食べ物は充分すぎるほど。
ステージでの催しも、どれもすばらしく、かなり満足できました。
街中も勿論素敵だけれど、こういった所でハワイを体験するのもいいですよ。

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Posted on: 2008/09/22

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

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Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Excellent tour guide. Made trip enjoyable and informative while being very helpful.
The PCC itself was very educational with presentations and shows excellent. Not really a luau, but more of a buffet. Food was just OK, with some things excellent and others not so good.

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Posted on: 2008/09/19

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

2nd Time and Better than the Last

Reviewed by: Jon

My partner and I brought his mom with us to Hawaii and this was the closing to our one week trip. The staff as always were exceptional. However, I wish there was more time to just relax instead of being herded around like a bunch of cattle. I felt that there was too much to do and see with so little time. We had the deluxe package, which we never got our photos and free gifts as promised. That was a big disappointment.

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Posted on: 2008/09/17

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Sue

This was our first time and we really had a good time, the last show was great, the only thing we were not real fond of was the luau dinner, very simple and I wanted to really see how the pig was cooked in the sand. Dinner was not very good. The people there were very very nice to work with. Our driver Chris was also very nice and gave us a lot of information while on the drive.

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Posted on: 2008/09/14

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Wow

Reviewed by: Aussie Mel

Would recommend this tour to everyone we had a ball of a time a special thanks to Cousin Leon for making our day special.

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Posted on: 2008/09/10

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

What a Treat!!!

Reviewed by: Eddy

I was VERY impressed with our tour to the Polynesian Cultural Center. From the pick up in Waikiki, lunch, tour of the 5 island groups, dinner, the evening show and the return to Waikiki, all was done perfectly. This tour is definitely a MUST to learn more about the Polynesian Culture!!!

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Posted on: 2008/09/09

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Reviewed by: Bill

This was our second time to the Polynesian Cultural Center, and we still found it highly entertaining and informative.

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Posted on: 2008/09/08

伝統ルアウ&ハワイアンショー「パラダイス・コーブ 」開放的なオーシャンフロントで本場の雰囲気を味わえるショーやサンセット鑑賞<現地集合可/コオリナ・リゾート内>

It's full of English. 英語だらけ

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

Overall, it was an English immersion experience. Of course, on the bus and even after arriving, we were the only Japanese group there.

Since we had to rely on the shuttle bus for transportation, it was really challenging to understand English.

There was a staff member on the shuttle bus who guided us. You need to remember the name of that staff member and the bus number for your seat at the venue, so it's essential to memorize that. In our case, Jackie was the staff member, and the bus number was 5.

We were quite unsure about when and where to gather for the return trip. In the end, after the show, everyone just got up from their seats and went shopping or wandered around, but it seemed we could return to the bus whenever we wanted. Since we were confused, we found Jackie, who was selling commemorative photos, asked her where the bus was, and managed to get back to the bus.

There were many anxieties, but the show was very impressive and really great. The food was delicious too. Now that I understand the flow of things from this experience, I would like to go again.

とにかく英語三昧でした。バスはもちろん、現地に着いてからも日本人は私たちグループだけでした。
バスでの送迎のため、勝手に行って勝手に帰ってくるというわけにはいかないので、英語のヒアリングをするのが本当に大変でした。

送迎のバスに担当者がいて、その人が案内してくれます。現地での席はその担当者の名前とバスの番号が必要になりますので、そこだけは必ず覚えておく必要があります。私たちのときは、ジャッキーが担当者で、バス番号は5番でした。

帰りの集合がいつなのか、どこなのか、とにかく手探りでした。結局ショーが終わったら、それぞれで適当に席を立ち、買い物をしたり、ブラブラしたりするようですが、もうバスに戻っていてもいいようです。私たちは、とにかく分からなかったので、記念写真を販売していたジャッキーを探しだし、バスの場所を聞き、バスに戻るとこができました。

不安はたくさんありましたが、ショーはとても迫力があり、すごくよかったです。ご飯もおいしかったです。今回の参加で、流れがわかったので、また行きたいと思います。

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Posted on: 2008/09/07

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

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Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

The environment is great and the dancers are great. you can know more about the life of hawaiians. it was a good experience. but the food was just ok. it was fun and was worth visiting.

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Posted on: 2008/09/01

ポリネシア カルチャー センター ハワイ最大の伝統ルアウショー!ショーのみまたはビュッフェ・ディナー付きから選べるプラン<送迎付きプランあり>

Super safe and convenient. 超安心、便利です

Reviewed by: rossie

I have been visiting Hawaii every year since 1991, but this was my second time at the Polynesian Cultural Center. I found out about this tour online and decided to participate. The guide's skillful and humorous storytelling made everyone feel friendly and relaxed, as if we were old friends, and we truly had a wonderful time. I believe this tour offers great cost performance. Additionally, I would like to thank the local office staff for their polite assistance in Japanese during my phone inquiries.

ハワイは平成3年から毎年訪れていますが、ポリネシア文化センターへは2度目となりました。このツアーについてはWebで拝見し参加させて頂きましたが、ガイドさんの巧みなそしてユーモラスな話術に、参加された皆さんも和気藹々となり、一度に旧知の仲のように打ち解けて本当に楽しく過させていただきました。コストパフォーマンスも大変お値打ちなツアーだと思います。また、現地での事務所スタッフの方も電話での問い合わせに日本語で丁寧に応対して頂きありがとうございました。

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Posted on: 2008/08/29

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

WOW

Reviewed by: allspicedlh

Great time had by all. Tour guide Milo was terrific and upbeat. Very knowledgeable about the Islands and cultures. Food was delicious and thank goodness for the children's buffet since we were with a very picky eater. Thank you for a great memory.

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Posted on: 2008/08/27

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

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Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

This was a nice re-creation but very staged. Not a feeling of realism. Staged strickly for tourista. I guess the old Hawaii is all gone already.

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Posted on: 2008/08/26

Polynesian Cultural Center Admission Ticket with 6 Island Villages & Canoe Ride

It was ok

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

too many tour groups

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Posted on: 2008/08/26

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

First luau

Reviewed by: Dena

This was our first luau that we've experienced and we're pretty happy w/Paradise Cove. The location is beautiful, the hosts and hostesses were very nice, and the activities were enjoyable. If only the activities could have lasted longer than the time they had allocated, it would have been better.

We loved the food and the show towards the end. The weather was perfect, and during the final show we saw a falling star. Perfect luau in paradise. Would definitely recommend to others looking for a great luau experience!

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Posted on: 2008/08/21

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

extremely unique and informative

Reviewed by: C. White

The whole evening was very imformative. From finding out that the very program itself helps educates our young to learning about other places around the world. I have no doubt that the program has and will continue to offer a very unique learning experience for those that are at BYU and to those that attend the Polynesian Cultural Center for entertainment. All the work that was put into the shows to make them both unique and entertaining comes out in every aspect of the center itself. As we will be living here for at least the next 3 years, when we have guests it will be one of the features of Oahu that I recommend.

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Posted on: 2008/08/18

ポリネシア カルチャー センター ハワイ最大の伝統ルアウショー!ショーのみまたはビュッフェ・ディナー付きから選べるプラン<送迎付きプランあり>

Laughter 大笑い

Reviewed by: MANA

I participated in the All Day Deluxe tour. It was a slightly larger group of about 20 people, but the voice of our international student guide, Mamoru, was clear, and I didn't feel too inconvenienced.

After watching the canoe show, we could do whatever we liked in the villages, but since it was my first time and I didn't know my way around, I was taken to recommended spots. We toured each village and got to experience hula, tattoos, poi balls, and even taste taro. The shows included a drumming performance from Tonga Village and a cooking show from Samoa Village, and I laughed so much that I cried. I highly recommend it!!!

The buffet featured delicious purple bread with taro. Since we only had about an hour, the food started to dwindle as the show time approached, so I think it's best to be quick in getting your food.

The show was powerful and wonderful! I could see the dancers' expressions clearly and thoroughly enjoyed it. Since I opted for the deluxe package, I thought our seats would be decent, but surprisingly, we were in the fourth row right in the center of the circular theater—an amazing spot! Thank you, Alan Wan, for the arrangements!!

If I had to mention something difficult, it seems we had to stop at a souvenir shop for about 45 minutes during the transfer, so if you don't need anything and have your own transportation, it might be better to meet on-site. Also, don't forget to confirm your reservation with a phone call after arriving in Hawaii! My hotel name wasn't communicated, and I wasn't on the pickup list.

If I have the chance to come to Hawaii again, I definitely want to go again and enjoy the villages I didn't get to see much of this time!!

オールデイデラックスで参加しました。
20名程度の少し多めのグループでしたが、留学生ガイドのマモルさんの声もよく通っていて、あまり不自由は感じませんでした。

カヌーショーを見た後は、好きな村で好きなことができますが、初めてで右も左も分からなかったので、おすすめに連れて行ってもらいました。各村を一通り巡り、フラ体験や刺青やポイボールやタロイモ試食などもできました。
ショーは、トンガ村の太鼓ショーとサモア村の料理ショーを見ることができましたが、笑いすぎて涙が出ました。おすすめです!!!

バイキングはタロイモの入った紫のパンが美味しかったです。時間が1時間程度しかなく、ショーの時間が迫ってくるとものも減ってくるので、てきぱきと持ってくると良いと思います。

ショーは迫力があって素晴らしいです!ダンサーのかたの表情もよく見え、満喫できました。
デラックスにしたので、席はまずまずの所だろうと思っていたのですが、何と円形劇場ど真ん中の前から4列目という最高の席でした!アランワンさん、お手配ありがとうございます!!

言いにくいことを挙げるなら、移動の際に45分程度お土産屋さんに寄らざるを得ないようなので、入用でなく交通手段のあるかたは現地集合のほうがよいかもしれません。
また、ハワイ入り後の予約再確認の電話をお忘れなく!私は宿泊ホテル名が伝わっておらず、ピックアップリストに載っていませんでした。

次回ハワイに来ることがあったらまたぜひ行って、今回あまり見られなかった村を楽しみたいです!!

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Posted on: 2008/08/16

ポリネシア カルチャー センター ハワイ最大の伝統ルアウショー!ショーのみまたはビュッフェ・ディナー付きから選べるプラン<送迎付きプランあり>

I participated in the deluxe option. デラックスで参加しました。

Reviewed by: 匿名希望

The transportation was on time, and the staff were Japanese. They provided a simple sightseeing guide until we arrived at the PCC. For first-timers, it might feel like a great deal. We had the Twilight Deluxe, and surprisingly, our seats were in the second row from the front in the center. It was the best location for a deluxe experience. The show closely followed Polynesian culture, and I think it's worth seeing. It was a family outing, and the kids (middle school and elementary school) were engaged until the very end. The deluxe package includes ice cream service during the show, but there’s quite a lot, so you might not be able to finish it. For this type of experience, I think it can be considered the best in Hawaii.

送迎は時間通りで、スタッフは日本人でした。PCCに付くまでは簡単な観光ガイドをしていただけました。始めての方には得した気分かも。トワイライトデラックスでしたが、なんと、席は真ん中の前から2列目。デラックスとしては最高の場所でしょう。ショーもポリネシアの文化をきっちり踏襲したもので、見る価値ありと思います。ファミリー参加でしたが、最後まで子供(中学・小学生)達も飽きずに見ていました。デラックスはショーの途中でアイスクリームのサービスがありますが、かなり量が多くて食べきれないかも。この手のショートしてはハワイベストといっても良いのではないでしょうか。

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Posted on: 2008/08/04

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

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Reviewed by: Erlinda

This was the best food ever! The venue was beautiful and offered something for people of all ages.

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Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Family Fun

Reviewed by: Debbie Bowie Texas

My family really enjoyed this activity. We sat right beside the stage and it was wonderful. The bus ride was my sons favorite part. He did not want to go and I had to make him. Now ,if you ask him what his favorite thing he did while in Hawaii he will tell you the Luau at Paradise Cove. My family enjoyed the authintic dancing and singing. I printed our coupon/voucher off line and it all worked out great.

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Posted on: 2008/07/30

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Great Time

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We had a fantastic time. The bus ride was enjoyable. The entertainment was very organized and fun to watch and particpate in.

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Posted on: 2008/07/23

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

We really had a great time at the center and learned a great deal. You really need to get a guide to get the most information on each village and so you don't end up going in circles or getting lost in the center. The guide keeps you on track and know when the shows are scheduled and the best places to sit. The food was exceptional. Our seats were in the sun and we wish we could have sat in the shade....that was our only complaint. The sun didn't stay up long and we soon forgot about it. Overall we had a really great time and would do it again!

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Posted on: 2008/07/22

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Great Time!

Reviewed by: BMcGinnis

Cousin Henry (our driver and guide) was fantastic! He made the trip. Very informative, and spoke from experience. Food was good, not amazing, but plentiful. Evening show took awhile to get interesting, but then look out! Fire show was incredible. Don't miss the demonstrations before the luau!! We thought the cost was a little pricy, but the experience was just wonderful.

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Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Wonderful Experience

Reviewed by: LeBlanc

I would recommend that anyone at any age range see a luau while visiting Hawaii. Paradise Cove was awesome. The entertainment was magnificant, the staff was very nice, my waiter was shy and asked for his picture not to be posted on the internet :) They feed you a lot of food. VIP is the way to gp because you stay seated, your food is served to you and for a hot afternoon you are under a cover with fans. You have a wonderful sunset view. Just GOOD LUCK if it rains!!

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Posted on: 2008/07/18

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Relaxing, Beautiful, and Fun

Reviewed by: Krystle

First of all, I highly recommend the v.i.p box. I was kind of expecting an individual booth, but it’s actually an area under a shed seating about 30-40 people (8 people a table). Even though you’re sitting with other people, v.i.p beats getting up to stand in line for food. There would be a staff member serving you, also most important is the weather. A staff member I talked to mentioned that if it happens to rain, the only people that would be covered are people in v.i.p. If it does rain, there would be security guards blocking the v.i.p booth, if anyone with a standard seat tries to enter.

The activities are delightful, the gift shops are great, and I must have spent about 100-130 dollars just on souvenirs. The picture taken of us is beautiful. Going as a couple, 6 drink coupons each were plenty. When you enter you will receive a complimentary drink, so we actually had extra coupons by the end of the. The staffs are nice, helpful, and funny. It was a great luau………..

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Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Great luau! Relax! Eat! Drink! Take in the culture. A must for first-timers and even repeaters!

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Posted on: 2008/07/15

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Fun Experience

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

The Paradise Cove Luau was a very fun experience and it is great for families since they have activities you can participate in. The food was very delicious, I however would not recommend paying the extra for the Deluxe package with table service and 6 standard drink coupons. Table service was very slow, people who did the buffett had food way before we did AND there were other things on the buffett that table service guests did not receive.

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Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Not for single people.

Reviewed by: Scott Perkins

Two things were very prominent on this excursion.

1) It seemed very focussed on couples. Lots of references for people celebrating engagements, weddings & anniversaries. There was also a special song played so couples could dance together.

2) There were too many add-ons where it seemed really obvious they were trying to get more money out of you ($15 to have your picture taken with some tropical birds for example and also the bar staff trying to talk you into getting the drinks that your free coupon doesn't quite cover). Some of the extra activites were pretty lame and the staff didn't really seemed interested in even pretending to be enthused about being there.

The actual show was pretty good, although it didn't really go on that long. I was at a VIP table and the waiter hovered around and couldn't take your plate so as to start the next course quick enough. No offer of if you would like some more or not despite the fact it was "all you can eat".

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Posted on: 2008/07/06

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Great Show

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

I would definately recommend the twilight package. Some of the villages are closed and there is not enough time to do EVERYTHING there is to do, but I could not see staying there all day. The best part is the Horizon's night show; this is FANTASTIC and definately worth it. I feel that the cost is a little high, but it's vacation and this an experience you won't get elsewhere.

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Posted on: 2008/07/06

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Great Luau

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

This was the second luau that I've attended...it was very good and comparable to the first...the events going on in addition to the luau were an added bonus. Highly recommend upgrading it as we did, we were served our food instead of standing in line, we received a photo that they took at the beginning and the drinks were top of the line. We had front row seating! Made it SO much better for taking photos and viewing the performers! SO glad we upgraded it...worth the extra money :)

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Posted on: 2008/07/05
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