All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

With music, drinks, and beautiful scenery, I was able to take the best photos of this trip. Everyone was relaxed thanks to the drinks, so we all got along well (laughs). At first, I was really flustered because I couldn't find the meeting spot, but it's near the catamaran sign, so you don't have to worry like I did (laughs). The ending time wasn't too late either, so it was nice that I could walk back to the hotel alone safely. I heard that sometimes it can be canceled due to strong winds or bad weather, but I definitely want to come back with friends next time.

音楽とお酒と綺麗な景色で、今回の旅行の中で一番良い写真が撮れました。
みんなお酒入ってるので、良い感じに打ち解けてくれます(笑)
最初待ち合わせ場所がわからなくてとても焦りましたが、カタマランの看板の近くです、私みたいに焦らなくても大丈夫(笑)
終わる時間もそこまで遅くないので、ホテルまで1人で歩いても大丈夫な時間帯で良かったです。
強風や悪天候で中止になることもあるそうですが、私はまた次回友人と来たいなと思えました。

The half-day tour of Oahu included visits to Kailua, the North Shore, the Moanalua Gardens (the tree of life), and the Dole Plantation, which felt repetitive and led to a poor choice. The Polynesian Cultural Center was great as it offered an efficient tour led by Japanese students. The night show was impressive, especially the final fire dance, but the guide repeatedly emphasized the return bus time, causing several people to leave for the restroom before it ended. Since the departure wouldn't happen until everyone was present, I wished they had explained that we could enjoy the show without worrying about the restroom. Additionally, I had booked a deluxe seat in the front, but for some reason, I ended up in a seat at the back, so I rated my experience as unsatisfactory.

オアフ島の半日観光はカイルア、ノースショア観光とモアルナガーデン（この木なんの木）、ドールプランテーションの見学がダブってしまい選択ミスをしてしまいました。
ポリネシア文化センターは日本人学生によるセンター内の見学ツアーで効率的にまわれてよかったです。ナイトショーは最後のファイアーダンスは迫力があり良かったのですが、ガイドさんが帰りのバスの時間を何度も念を押すので、最後まで見ないでトイレに行く人が何人もいました。
全員揃うまで出発はしないのだから、トイレを気にすることなく最後まで見るよう説明して欲しかったです。
また、自分が申し込んだ席は前方のデラックスのはずでしたが、なぜか後方の席でしたので評価は不満としました。

The further we went out to sea, the more the boat rocked, and in the end, I felt seasick and just sat still, but I was still satisfied. It was refreshing to view the night scenery of Waikiki from the sea, and I thoroughly enjoyed a different kind of night view. The atmosphere on the boat was always high-energy, thanks to the Western guests. Although there were many clouds and we didn't have the best sunset, the view of Waikiki changed as it got darker, and towards the end, the boat was beautifully lit up, making it a lot of fun. During my time, the percentage of Japanese guests was just under 20%. It was no problem at all if you couldn't speak English. The only thing I said was, "Pineapple juice, please" (alcohol and soft drinks were all-you-can-drink). Just watching the Western guests having a great time was enjoyable.

沖へ行くほど揺れが大きくなり、最後は船酔いしてじっと座っていましたが、それでも満足できました。
ワイキキの夜景を海から眺めることができたのが新鮮で、いつもとは違う夜景を楽しめたので大満足です。
船上は欧米の人のノリも手伝って、常にハイテンションでした。
雲が多くて最高のサンセットとはいきませんでしたが、暗くなるにつれてワイキキの景色も変わっていき、終盤では船上がムーディにライトアップされたりと大変楽しかったです。
私の時は日本人率は20％弱でした。英語が話せなくても全く問題ありません。私が話したのは、「パイナップルジュース、プリーズ」だけです(アルコールやソフトドリンクが飲み放題)。
欧米の人達のはしゃぎようを見ているだけでも楽しかったです。

I rarely see shows like this, so it was really great. The seats were in the second row right in front of the stage! I was so excited to be so close! The fire show was absolutely amazing! Dinner was a bit disappointing.

こんなショーは滅多に見ないのでとても良かったです。席もステージ前で2列目！とても近くで興奮しましたね！ファイヤーショーがとてつもなく凄かったです！
夕食がイマイチでした。

Saw Jake Shimabukuro recently at Blue Note Hawaii and was utterly blown away. I've never seen a musician with such complete mastery over their instrument. With a simple flick of the wrist, he can make the ukulele sound like a harp, koto or even an electric guitar. His original compositions are powerful and diverse, and everything is magnified by the great acoustics in Blue Note's venue. The food is worth a try too!

The staff were friendly, the ship was clean and we enjoyed the food and entertainment. The entertainers, from the dancers to the musicians on our deck, were fun to watch and listen to. The food was tasty and the portions were generous. The only downside, in my opinion, was that they served dinner immediately after setting sail. Given that sunset was 30 mins after we sailed, we either had to choose to watch the sunset and let our food get cold, or eat our food and miss the sunset. We had plenty of time to eat, so I wish they had waited until after sunset to serve the food.

I was taken to the green room by the guide. At first, I was worried that the cocktails and fruits would be extra charges, but it turned out there were no additional fees after that. When I realized that the Elvis we took a commemorative photo with was the real deal, and that he was actually going to appear on stage, I finally felt like a VIP, and from then on, I enjoyed the experience as a VIP.

During the backstage tour, I learned about the surprises for the upcoming stage performance, and even during dinner and the show, they came to our table to chat and put beautiful leis around our necks. Elvis's singing and entertainment were top-notch. With Elvis, Michael, and Lady Gaga performing, I think people of all ages can enjoy songs they've somewhat heard before.

I created wonderful memories in Hawaii after 20 years.

ガイドに連れられてグリーンルームへ。
初めはカクテル、フルーツなど別料金かなと不安なままいただいてました（実際はその後も追加料金なし）。一緒に記念写真を撮ったエルビスはホンモノ？というかホントにこれから舞台に登場する本人だとわかった頃から、ようやくVIP扱いなんだと実感が沸き、その後はVIP気分で楽しめました。
バックステージツアーではこれから始まるステージのサプライズ演出のからくりが聞けたり、ディナー中もショーの本番中もテーブルまで来て声かけてくれたり、きれいなレイをかけてくれたり。
エルビスは歌もエンターテインメントも最高でした。エルビス、マイケル、レディガガと出てくるので若い人から年配まで、なんとなく聞いたことある曲が楽しめると思います。
20年ぶりのハワイで素敵な思い出ができました。

The natural wave motion is full of attractions! The drinks are all-you-can-drink, and the staff is friendly and makes it a lot of fun.

It's totally fine if you don't understand English ♬
I definitely recommend it.

自然な波の揺れでアトラクション要素も満載！
お酒も飲み放題でスタッフも親切ですごく楽しませてくれます。

英語がわからなくても全然OK♬
ぜひオススメです。

My wife and I were recently transferred from the mainland and celebrated our 41st Anniversary here in Honolulu without our family, So we thought a seven course meal sunset dinner meal cruise with Jazz entertainment would an ideal way to celebrate our weddding anniversary. Coincidentally we were sitted next to another couple from Chicago who just renewed their wedding vows after 41 years of marriage also and found a lot in common with them (same age of children and grandchildren and pathway in life), thus truly enjoyed each company - for they were traveling by themselves as well. The Captain, the crew were great (especially Foster our server), the service was fantastic, and the food was great. And of course the entertainment and the ambiance with sunset backdrop and Waikiki ocean shore scenery made it memorable.

Here's what you can expect from Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment / Three Star Steak and Lobster Dinner with Jazz entertainers.

Coast over the calm water of Waikiki aboard the most popular dinner cruise in Hawaii, where you
will be treated to live music, top dining and spectacular views.

Upon arrival at Aloha Tower Pier, you will be guided to the top deck, where the captain and crew are waiting to treat you to a Hawaiian Belini toast and seasonal appetizers. A sophisticated way to start off an elegant evening at sea.
7-Course Dinner

Served in the luxurious top-deck Super Nova room, this premium French-style dinner menu features only the best seasonal ingredients picked and prepared by expert chefs. Maine lobster and top-quality beef tenderloin are sure to be highlights of the meal.
Drink Service

As a Five Star dinner guest, the full drink menu is available for you to order from. Up to three super premium beverages are included with your meal.
Sunset

As the final moments of daylight fade over the Pacific horizon, the Super Nova room fills with warm light. Views of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach

This is my second time participating, following last year. On the day of the event, the wind was strong and the waves were high, so being at the front of the boat felt like an attraction and was fun. I think it's a good idea to wear a swimsuit under your T-shirt since you'll get splashed with water. Of course, if you don't want to get wet, you can sit in the middle of the boat and be fine.

The view of Waikiki Beach from the ocean was lovely! I will participate again when I go to Hawaii!

昨年に引き続き、二度目の参加です。
当日は風が強くて、波が高かったので、船の先端にいると、アトラクションみたいで楽しかったです。水しぶきを浴びるので、Tシャツの下に水着を 着ていると良いと思います。もちろん、濡れたくない人は、船の真ん中の椅子に座っていれば、大丈夫です。
海側から見たワイキキビーチは素敵でした！
またハワイに行ったら、参加します！

The Elvis impersonator was amazing. The entertainment was so much fun, and I had a great time even by myself. I enjoyed Hawaii with the aloha hula dance and fire dance.

エルビスのそっくりさん最高でした。エンターテイメントがとても楽しく1人でも楽しい時間を過ごせました。
アロハなフラダンス・ファィアーダンスでハワイを堪能しました。

A fun and unique experience. Big Cheif was a loveable entertaining character. The flame exerbition was incredible

The beach where you can see the fireworks is enough. It's cold, the boarding time is unnecessarily long, and the fireworks end in an instant. The food was nothing special either. That's how I felt. The only thing that remains is a sense of being overcharged. I won't ride again.

花火が見える海岸で充分です。
寒いし、乗船時間がムダに長いし、
花火は一瞬で終わるし。
料理も別に。という感じでした。
割高感だけが残りました。
二度と乗らない。

All staff was very friendly and helpful. The Ha, Breath of life show was very entertaining. I felt that I understood the story line better because I read the playbill before the show started. The other presentations were also very entertaining and educational.

One point about the luau buffet, my girlfriend is very allergic to coconut. So I asked an employee if there was anything on the buffet that had coconut. She went back to check on a board in the back and assured me there was no coconut in any item.
My girlfriend said she tasted a little coconut in the frosting of the cake so did not finish it. She is OK, and did not have any reaction.

My wife and I were recently transferred from the mainland and celebrated our 41st Anniversary here in Honolulu without our family, So we thought a seven course meal sunset dinner meal cruise with Jazz entertainment would an ideal way to celebrate our weddding anniversary. Coincidentally we were sitted next to another couple from Chicago who just renewed their wedding vows after 41 years of marriage also and found a lot in common with them (same age of children and grandchildren and pathway in life), thus truly enjoyed each company - for they were traveling by themselves as well. The Captain, the crew were great (especially Foster our server), the service was fantastic, and the food was great. And of course the entertainment and the ambiance with sunset backdrop and Waikiki ocean shore scenery made it memorable.

Here's what you can expect from Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment / Three Star Steak and Lobster Dinner with Jazz entertainers.

Coast over the calm water of Waikiki aboard the most popular dinner cruise in Hawaii, where you
will be treated to live music, top dining and spectacular views.

Upon arrival at Aloha Tower Pier, you will be guided to the top deck, where the captain and crew are waiting to treat you to a Hawaiian Belini toast and seasonal appetizers. A sophisticated way to start off an elegant evening at sea.
7-Course Dinner

Served in the luxurious top-deck Super Nova room, this premium French-style dinner menu features only the best seasonal ingredients picked and prepared by expert chefs. Maine lobster and top-quality beef tenderloin are sure to be highlights of the meal.
Drink Service

As a Five Star dinner guest, the full drink menu is available for you to order from. Up to three super premium beverages are included with your meal.
Sunset

As the final moments of daylight fade over the Pacific horizon, the Super Nova room fills with warm light. Views of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach

I participated in the evening of the day I arrived, and I felt like I was fully enjoying Hawaii from the very first day. The background music playing on the ship was also fantastic, creating a great atmosphere. I think it's unbeatable to enjoy unlimited Mai Tais while taking in the sunset at this price. I could join this every time I visit Hawaii. However, those who are prone to seasickness should be cautious...

到着した日の夕方に参加したのですが、初日からハワイと満喫した気分になれました。
船内に流れてるバックミュージックも最高で、ムード満点です。
このお値段で、マイタイ飲み放題でサンセットを満喫出来るのは申し分ないと思います。
ハワイに行くたびに参加してもいいくらいです。
ただし、船酔いされる方はご注意を。。。

The cruise lasted longer than expected, and I was able to enjoy the sunset and Oahu from various angles. The crew was very friendly. I would like to participate again.

予想よりクルーズ時間も長く、夕日やオアフ島をいろいろな角度から楽しむことができました。クルーの方もとてもフレンドリー。
また参加したいです。

We loved this cruise! It was so much fun, the drinks were great & kept coming. Definitely recommend it.

We had to reschedule due to President Trump's visit to Oahu and disruption of island traffic. They were very accommodating and pleasant in assisting us. We may have missed the fire works but the views were awesome, the music pleasant, and the dinner varied/good! Mahalo to the Capt and crew!!

It is a must do in Waikiki, great crew and sail, we had a beautiful night on the ocean with beautiful fireworks from Hilton village.

You can enjoy a tribute show at Rock-a-Hula in Waikiki! While the Polynesian tours are more famous, it's located on the 4th floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center, making it easy to plan if you're staying in Waikiki since you can walk there! This time, we attended the premium cocktail show, and we had a great time from our seats on the second floor. If you want to interact with the cast, I recommend the dining option on the first floor, where the cast comes down from the stage to give out gifts, take photos, and perform right in front of you!

ワイキキでモノマネショーが観れるロックアフラ！ポリネシアンツアーとかのが有名ですが、ロイヤルハワイアンセンターの４階にありワイキキ宿泊なら徒歩で行けるので予定が組易いです！
今回はプレミアムカクテルショーでしたが、2階正面席で十分楽しめました。
キャストの方と触れ合いたいなら食事付きの1階席がいいと思います。キャストの方がステージから降りてきてプレゼントや写真、パフォーマンスを目の前でしてくれます！

As residents of Honolulu, we have a lot of houseguests, and we always offer to take them on the sunset & Friday fireworks dinner sail. It's a fun way to see Waikiki and watch the fireworks. The food and beverages are tasty and plentiful, and the crew is very friendly. We never tire of it!

It was an amazing day, visiting culture of 6 islands in one place, learn their culture, know their traditions, eat their food, and the final show wooow!!! And KAP a complete artist!!! And the ambassadors (guides) incredible!!

Full day of very interesting activities. Excellent show at Polynesian Cultural Center.
I strongly recommend this tour to everyone with limited time on the island.

The lobster was packed with meat and delicious!
The buffet menu was limited, and drinks were charged separately, which was disappointing.
However, if you're thinking of it as a light experience for a travel memory, it might be fine.

As for the dress code, many Westerners were in casual styles like T-shirts, shorts, and flip-flops.
If you dress too formally, you'll definitely stand out.
It seemed just right to go with a collared shirt (polo shirts are fine), long pants (jeans are acceptable), and shoes (sneakers are okay).

**Message from the tour company:**

There was a free drink table with coffee, tea, and water, but there were no sodas??
There was no menu on the table, and they didn't come to take orders; it seemed like you had to go to the ordering table to get guidance.

I think I didn't approach the ordering table because I assumed there would be an extra charge from the start, but it was a bit unclear.

I hope for improvements!

ロブスターが身が詰まってておいしかった！
ビュッフェメニューは少ないし、ドリンク類有料だし食事内容は残念。
でも、「旅の記念に行ってみよう」くらいの軽い感覚ならいいのでは？

ドレスコードですが、欧米人はTシャツ、短パン、ビーサンのラフスタイル多数。
決め過ぎると間違いなく浮きます。
襟付きシャツ（ポロシャツ可）、長ズボン（ジーンズ可）、靴（スニーカー可）くらいで行くのが丁度良さそうでしたよ。


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コーヒー、紅茶、水はフリードリンクのテーブルにありましたが、コーラ類はありませんでしたけど？？
テーブルにメニューもなかったし、そもそもオーダーを取りにも来てくれなかったし、注文するテーブルまで行かないと案内されないシステムだったのでしょうかね。

最初から別料金だと思って、オーダーするテーブルに近づかなかったからわからなかったのだと思いますが、ちょっとわかりづらいですね。

改善を期待します！

It was bad timing with President Trump's visit, but everything proceeded on schedule without any issues. The night view and fireworks were great, but the buffet on the ship was somewhat disappointing in taste. Most of the main meal was on the sweeter side, which was disappointing; the only thing that was really good was the lobster. I was satisfied with the fruits and vegetables. I was able to see the fireworks from a good spot on the deck, so I was happy with that, although the duration was short.

トランプ大統領の来島とのバッドタイミングでしたが、無事に定刻どおり進みました。夜景と花火は、良かったのですが、船内のバイキングは、いまいちの味でした。メインミールの味付けが殆ど甘めで、ガッカリでした、唯一美味しかったのは、ロブスターくらいかな〜
フルーツと、野菜等は満足はしました。
花火は、デッキの良い場所から見れましたので、満足でした。ただ、時間は短かったです。

The buffet selection was lacking, but the cozy Hawaiian music and the fireworks in front of the Hilton added a bit of excitement.

ビュッフェ内容は物足りなかったが、小じんまりとしたハワイアンソングとヒルトン前の花火で少し盛り上がった。

Everything was great! The bartender, lifeguard, deck lady Alex (I think was her name) was awesome! Great drinks and music! Thanks for a fantastic time! We will be back

I visited after three years. I was with a couple of friends, and we were all moved. It seemed like there were fewer hula performances than before, but the impressive fire show had increased and was full of excitement! After the show, the cast came down from the stage and shook hands with us. It was touching! The food at Prime Dining was decent. However, perhaps because there were fewer diners this time, the variety seemed less than before. I felt the same way last time, but truly, all the staff were cheerful, and everything was clean, making for a pleasant experience. The Korean student, Shin, who served as our guide on the shuttle bus, did a great job and treated us with a spirit of hospitality. I wonder how the Japanese student from three years ago is doing. If you're going to Oahu, I definitely recommend it!

3年ぶりに行きました。友人夫婦と一緒だったのですが、共に感動しました。前よりフラが減っているように見えましたが、勇壮なファイアーショーが増えて迫力満点！ショウーが終了後、舞台からキャストが居りて来られて握手しました。感激！プライムダイニングの食事もまぁまぁでした。ただ、今回は食事客が少なかったせいか品数も前より少なかったのは気のせいでしょうか。前も感じましたが、本当にどのスタッフの皆さんもにこやかで、きれいに清掃もされており、気持ちよく過ごせます。お迎えのバスでガイドをつとめてくれた韓国人学生のシンちゃんも頑張って、おもてなしの精神で接してくれました。3年前の日本人学生の彼は元気でいるかしら。オアフに行かれるなら是非お薦めします。

The weather was nice, and it was great to be able to drink alcohol. It would have been better if there were fewer people on the boat. There were too many, and it felt like we were going to bump into each other.

天気も良くて、お酒も飲めて良かったです。
もう少し船の中の人数が少ないと良かった。
多すぎて、ぶつかりそうでした。