All Reviews for Luau, Shows & Entertainment

A Japanese student guided us. I learned a lot about Polynesia, which I knew nothing about before. The night show is also performed by students, and it was very enjoyable.

日本人学生が案内してくれました。
何も知らなかったポリネシアの事が良く解り、大変勉強にもなりました。
ナイトショーも学生が行っているそうですが、とても楽しかったです。

We headed to the location by rental car, but we were running late. However, seeing that we were in a hurry, the boat staff waited for us a little. Onboard, there were many families, and when the boat started moving, it felt a bit chilly, but once we entered the cabin, it was fine. The fireworks were very beautiful. Although they weren't as powerful as I expected, the view of Waikiki was stunning.

レンタカーで、現地まで向かったが、出発時刻より、時間が過ぎていた。
しかし、急いでいる私たちを見て、船のスタッフが少し待ってくれました。
船上は、家族連れもたくさんいて、船が動きだすと、少し肌寒く感じましたが、船内に入れば、問題無し。花火は、とてもきれいでした。
思っていたより花火に迫力がなかったですが、ワイキキが見渡せて、とてもきれいでした。

I went to Hawaii for the first time with my parents and my wife.

At first, I was worried because the meeting place was only written as "by the ocean at Outrigger," and I didn't know exactly where to gather. After asking various people on the beach, I found out that it was the "Island Magic" boat. The coupon only had the operating company's name, "Welakahao Catamaran Inc. dba Waikiki Beach Sailing," and hardly anyone knew it by that name.

Initially, I was anxious as I wandered around, but in the end, it was a very enjoyable cruise. Since it was Friday, the day of the regular fireworks show, I was torn between the fireworks cruise and the sunset cruise. However, the sunset cruise was definitely more interesting as I could enjoy the beautiful scenery while feeling the nice breeze. I watched the fireworks leisurely on the beach after the cruise, but since they only lasted about five minutes, it might not have been necessary to go out into the dark sea.

We were the only Japanese people there, and the other guests were mostly Western tourists. Basically, all the instructions and announcements were in English, but there was no need to worry too much. The crew members were very cheerful and kind.

There was an all-you-can-drink service, and all the guests were drinking quite a bit, but even just one drink was enough to enjoy the scenery and the relaxed atmosphere.

初ハワイで父母＆嫁と行ってきました。

最初、集合場所がアウトリガーの海側とだけ書いてあって実際どこに集まればいいのかわからず、心配しました。ビーチの人にいろいろ尋ねたところ"Island Magic"号という名前だということが判明。クーポンには運営会社の名前"Welakahao Catamaran Inc. dba Waikiki Beach Sailing "しか書いておらず、この名前で知っている人はほとんどいませんでした。

初めはあちらこちら回って心配しましたが、結果としてはとても楽しいクルーズでした。恒例の花火大会がある金曜ということもあり、花火クルーズにするか迷いましたが、サンセットクルーズのほうが気持ちいい風に打たれながら景色も楽しめて断然面白いです。花火はクルーズ後にビーチでゆっくり見ましたが、５分くらいしかなかったんでわざわざ暗闇の海に出る必要は無いかも。

日本人は私たちだけで、お客さんは欧米系の観光客ばかり。基本的に指示や案内はすべて英語ですが、あまり心配する必要はありません。船乗りさんはとっても陽気で親切な方でした。

飲み放題サービスもあってお客さんはみなさんガバガバ飲んでいましたが、一杯だけでも景色とリラックスした雰囲気でお腹いっぱいになりました。

What a great welcoming and aloha spirit experience. The young lady was most charming, gracious and informative about the whole Hawai'i experience. Answered questions and made recommendations as to sites and luau experiences I wished to take in. One great experience, something I would recommend Hawai'i travelers put their memories list!
Expectations well exceeded!

A few days ago, due to the impact of the hurricane, I was unsure if the luau would take place, but it was eventually confirmed. I went in a good mood, but it started to rain... I ended up eating dinner under a towel provided by the hotel. This kind of experience is something you can't have in Japan, and the food was quite delicious, so it was fun in its own way. However, the seating was not what you would expect from something called "premier." While we were close to the stage, we ended up in a spot with steps that obstructed the view, which was disappointing since I was really looking forward to the hula. I thought sitting further back in the center would have been better.

My biggest complaint, though, is about the photos! I mentioned that I had my eyes closed, but they assured me it was fine. I felt suspicious but went along with it, only to find that the final product was indeed a photo with my eyes closed. It was a keepsake, and since we were in it, I ended up buying it, but it was terrible! This was the only chance I had to see this luau, so I reluctantly purchased it, but it felt like a rip-off. I probably won't go again!

数日前のハリケーンの影響なのか、知人情報によると催行されるのかどうなのかと朝から検討中だったルアウ。結局なんとか催行される事になった。ごきげんで行ったが途中から雨が・・・。雨の中でホテルが提供してくれたバスタオルをかぶりディナーを食べていた。こんな経験は日本ではできないので、料理もなかなか美味しいしこれはこれで楽しかった。ただ、席についてはプレミアと名乗るようなものではなく、舞台の近くではあるのだが、私たちは運が悪いのかステップのあるところで邪魔になってしまい、フラをとても楽しみにしていたのに残念だった。これなら正面の後ろのほうがまだましなのではと思った。あと最大の不満は写真！目をつぶってしまったと言ったのに確認してくれて大丈夫と言われ、不審に思って引き下がったが、できあがったのはやはり目をつぶったものだった。記念だし、自分たちが写っているから買っちゃったけど、とにかくあれはひどい！今回はこのルアウしか見るチャンスが無かったから仕方なく買ったけどあれはぼったくりとしか言いようが無い。たぶんこれにはもう行かない！

We went on a trip to Hawaii with my parents, wife, and daughter, a total of six people. There were many unclear parts due to everything being in English, but we were very satisfied with the dance performance.

両親、妻、娘、計６人でのハワイ旅行、すべて英語での対応で意味不明なところはたくさんありましたが、ダンスパフォーマンスに大満足でした。

an exceptional show great seating lovely food everyone enjoyed highly recommend

I was a bit troubled because there was no one who could speak Japanese, and I wasn't sure where the reception was or if I should just wait here. There were no other Japanese participants either.
However, once we set sail on the boat, the breeze was very pleasant and it was amazing.
I recommend departing in the evening; I think the sunlight is too harsh during the day.
Beer and soft drinks are all-you-can-drink. Japanese is not understood.

日本語が話せる人がいなくて受付もどこにあるのかここで待ってればいいのかちょっと困りました。参加者も日本人があおませんでした。
でも実際に船で海に出発するととても風が気持ちよくて最高でした。
夕方出発がオススメです。お昼は日差しがキツすぎると思います。
ビールもソフトドリンクも飲み放題です。日本語は通じません。。

Easy and fun, made it a delightful way to land in Hawaii. The deliver was knowledgable too and helped us get to where we were going!!

It was very good‼︎ I was in the third row, and I could hear not only the cast's expressions but also their breathing, which was incredibly powerful. I was moved by everything. I want to see it again when I go to Hawaii.

とても良かったです‼︎
前から三列目の席で、キャストの表情はもちろん息づかいまで聞こえて迫力満載でした。全てに感動しました。またハワイに行ったら見に行きたいです。

It was a trip with my daughter, and this was my first trip to Hawaii.

Since I don't know if I'll have another opportunity, I wanted to make sure I had no regrets, so I researched several "Hawaiian dance shows" and decided on this one.

The seats I chose were premium seats, which are naturally more expensive than general seating, but the location of the show and the dining arrangements were always prioritized, allowing me to gain satisfaction beyond the price.

The dance performances were enjoyable, with the professional dancers showcasing beautiful and refined techniques.

The host's skillful storytelling and ability to energize the atmosphere made the experience fun. The nearly three-hour show was entertaining and never boring.

On the way back, I had a memorable two-shot photo with a beautiful hula dancer. The premium seats are about 4,000 to 5,000 yen more than general seats, but considering the location and the privileged service, I highly recommend the premium seats.

If you're looking for an unforgettable experience, I definitely recommend the premium seats. Enjoy!

娘との旅行でしたが、今回が私にとって初のハワイ旅行です。

これから機会があるかどうかはわかりませんので、せいぜい悔いのないようにしたいと見たい「ハワイのダンスショー」もいくつか案内と内容を調べ、このショーに決めました。

選択したシートはプレミアシートで一般よりは当然高いのですが、
ショーを観劇する場所といい、食事の案内といい常に優先されて、
価格以上の満足感を得ることができました。

ショーのダンスも楽しく、プロの踊りはきれいで美しく
そして鍛えられた技を見せてくれます。

司会者の巧みな話術や盛り上げ方など楽しく場面を盛り上げてくれます。
３時間近くのショーは楽しく決して見あきることはありませんでした。

帰りにはきれいなフラ姿のお嬢さんとツーショット撮影も記念になりました。
プレミアシートの席は一般席より４~５千円ぐらい高いのでしょうが、
席の場所、優遇されたサービスを考えればお勧めのプレミアムシートです。

これから、感激されるならプレミアムシートをぜひお勧めします。
楽しんでください。

When I was thinking about what to choose for my uncle and aunt who are going to Hawaii for the first time, I found this show. I had always wanted to go, but I hesitated because I wasn't sure how it would be with small children. After the dinner, both my uncle and aunt were impressed by the powerful show and came back thrilled. Next time, I plan to take my sons with me.

初めてハワイにでかける伯父伯母に何を選ぼうと思った時、このショーを見つけました。私は今まで行きたいけれど小さい子供連れにはどうかなとしり込みしていました。夕食後の迫力あるショーに伯父も伯母も感激して帰ってきました。次回は息子たちを連れて行ってみようと思います。

I participated for the first time in Hawaii. The ship was bigger than I expected. Well, it was quite crowded. I was able to enjoy the sunset slowly. At times, it rocked quite a bit, and I thought I might get seasick if it lasted too long. The view from the sea, including Diamond Head, was wonderful.

初めてのハワイで参加しました。
思っていたより船も大きかったです。まぁ、ぎゅうぎゅうに乗ってましたけど。
ゆっくりサンセットも拝むことが出来ました。
時々、かなり揺れて、長時間だと酔ってしまうかなっと思いました。
沖からの景色、ダイヤモンドヘッドなど、素晴らしかったです。

Not only was I able to have my parents greeted at the gate, they were accompanied to luggage pick up and to their transportation. They said it was lovely! Thank you!

Dinner and show was great. Boat is too crowded: too many people. Employees really worked hard and did a great job. Show was very entertaining and the dancers were fun. All in all a good experience.

Good cruise but was disappointed that it stated Fireworks and they brought us back to land to watch it and not on the catamaran where we would have gotten a great view. Don't advertise fireworks and then don't deliver. We could have paid the lesser price and got the same thing. Just sayin!!

The entire family participated. The event was conducted entirely in English, and I thought that those who didn't understand English might not grasp the meaning very well. Still, we were able to have a reasonably enjoyable time. Since similar shows are held in various places, I think it would be good to compare them. If asked whether I would come here again, I think I would look for a different place. I thought the levels of Tahitian dance and hula dance were quite high. Regarding the seating, the premium option is good because it is close to the stage and allows you to go to the buffet first. Since the seats are not assigned, if you want a good spot, I recommend arriving a bit early to line up rather than just before the show starts. They offer body painting before the show, which was popular among children and women.

一族総出で参加しました。終始英語で司会進行され、英語が分からない人には意味がよくわからないのではないかと思いました。それでもそれなりに楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。さまざまな場所で同じようなショーが行われているので、見比べてみるのも良いかと思います。次回ここに来るかと聞かれたら、私はまた違うところを探すと思います。タヒチアンダンス、フラダンスともにレベルは高いのでないかと思いました。シートについてはプレミアだと舞台近くであることと、ビュッフェを先に取に行ける点が良いですね。座席は指定席ではないので、良い位置でみたいのならば開始直前に行かれるのではなく、ちょっと早めに行って並ぶ方が良いと思います。
ショー開始前にボディーペイントを行っています。子供・女性に人気でした。

Very entertaining. Its a little tiring by the end of the day but u still want more. These performers are very enthusiastic and it rubs off on you.

A Japanese student explained everything to us, and it was very easy to understand and enjoyable. The evening show was quite long, and I dozed off a bit at the beginning, but the fire show at the end was absolutely amazing. I want to see it again!

日本人学生の子が説明して回ってくれ、とても分かりやすくたのしかった。夜のショーはけっこう長く最初の方はうとうと寝てしまったが、最後の方のファイヤーショウは、最高にすごかった。もう一度見たい！

This is a great option for those that get sea sick! The boat was very smooth! Brandon our waiter was fantastic, and was a good laugh. Would recommend and go again

It was quite fun to be out at sea and feel the speed while sailing with the wind. I was able to see Diamond Head from offshore.

沖合に出てから風で走っているときのスピードが結構速く楽しかった。ダイヤモンドヘッドを沖合から見る事が出来た。

We were promptly and happily greeted by Helena as soon as we exited the gate. The leis were very nice orchids, and lasted pretty well for a few days when kept in the refrigerator.

This was my fourth visit to the Polynesian Cultural Center! It's always fun no matter how many times I go! This time, I had a friend with me for the first time, and the 4 PM pickup after completing other schedules was really great. I was able to make the most of my day! The buffet meal was delicious enough with the standard course, and I was satisfied! My seat for the show was on the side of the stage, but it was close enough to see well. During the show's intermission, several people moved to more visible seats that were available. I wasn't sure if it was okay to move, so I stayed in my seat until the end, but I would have appreciated a little note letting me know it was fine to switch if there were open seats!

４回目のポリネシアン文化センターでした！何回行っても楽しいです！
今回は初めての友達も一緒でしたが、他のスケジュールもこなしてからの１６時ピックアップはとても良いです。１日を有効に過ごせました！お食事バイキングもスタンダードコースで十分に美味しかったし、満足！ショーの席はステージのサイドでしたが、近くてまあ見やすかったです。ショーの休憩時間に空いているもっと見やすい席に移動している方が何人もいました。移動して良いものか判断しかねたのでそのまま最後まで自席で観ましたが、空いていたら移動して良いならひと言教えていただけると嬉しかったな！

I board the cruise every time to enjoy the last sunset in Hawaii.

Usually, the calm waters of Waikiki are a delight, but this time the waves and wind were unusually strong, causing the boat to sway a bit. However, it was still an enjoyable cruise.

There were many people surfing off Waikiki, riding the big waves that reminded me of the North Shore. I also had plenty of Mai Tais.

The sunset was more beautiful than usual, and I was able to see various rays of sunlight. Although it wasn't a green flash, it was stunning enough to be etched in my memory.

Every time, I whisper to myself that I will come back to see it again, and I enjoyed the last sunset in Hawaii. The cruise staff was wonderful too! I will definitely use this service again.

毎回、ハワイ最後のサンセットを楽しむために、乗船します。
いつもは穏やかなワイキキの海が、珍しく波が強く風も強く、やや船は揺れましたが、それはそれで楽しいクルーズでした。
ワイキキ沖でサーフィンを楽しむ人たちが多く、ノースを思わせるような大きな波に楽しそうに乗っていました。
マイタイもまたまた、たくさんいただきました。
サンセットも、いつも以上にきれいに見え、太陽の様々な光を見ることができました。グリーンフラッシュとはいかずとも、目に焼き付くような美しさでした。
毎回、また見に来るね~と、心でつぶやいてハワイ最後のサンセットを楽しみました。
クルーズスタッフも素敵でした！！
また、必ず利用します。

We were the only Japanese people. When we arrived at the location, the small boat was completely different from what I had imagined. And there was a restaurant that looked like a ruin right next to it. At first, I felt really anxious. Is this okay? Is this the right place? But after completing the procedures, it seemed to be correct. Despite my worries, we started!!

The boat allowed us to feel the waves and wind, which was really pleasant! Since there were no other Japanese people, it really felt like we were overseas! It was a fun experience that you definitely can't have on a two or three-story boat. It was like an adventure! We were also able to see the fireworks clearly, which made me very satisfied. It was an incredibly casual night cruise with a great sense of openness. I'm very satisfied!

日本人は私たちのみ。現地に到着するとイメージしていた船とは全く異なる小さな船が。そして廃墟のようなレストランがすぐそばに。最初とっっっても不安になりました。これは、大丈夫か？と。合ってるの？
と。でも手続きをしたら合っている模様。不安になりながらもスタート！！
波と風を感じられる船でとっても気持ちが良い！日本人がいないので海外にきてるなー！という感じ。二階建てや三階建ての船では絶対に体験できない楽しさ。まるでadventure！花火もしっかりと見ることができ大満足。開放感抜群のカジュアルすぎるナイトクルーズ。満足です！

We did the full day PCC package and definitely loved it. However, its all about the tour guide. If you go try to get cousin Main he was extremely knowledgeable and manage to get us in the front row for all the events. Also, learning about how the majority of the proceeds go to student tuition it is a nice to know. Lastly, the HA fire show definitely is one of, if not, the best fire show luau ever.

The Cheifs luau was great! He's hilarious and his dancers were amazing to watch. The food was excellent and this is some thing we would do again and recommend to others!!

We participated with a 2-year-old, a 5-year-old, mom, and grandma. The 2-year-old also enjoyed free drinks. They adjusted the alcohol for us, and we had delicious cocktails. The show was fun too. However, since it was cold, I recommend bringing warm clothing!

2歳児、5歳児、ママ、おばあちゃんで参加しました。
2歳児にもフリーでドリンクをいただきました。
アルコールも調整してくれて、美味しいカクテルをいただきました。
ショーも楽しかったです。
ただ、寒いので、防寒着を持って行かれることをオススメします！

For some reason, we were checked for ID, and since we didn't have our passports, we couldn't drink alcohol. It completely defeats the purpose of participating in a cocktail cruise if we can't drink. Moreover, the other participants weren't checked for ID, and it seems to depend on the crew's discretion, which is just unacceptable!

なぜかIDチェックをされて、パスポートを持っていなかった私たちはアルコール類を飲む事が出来ませんでした。カクテルクルーズなのに飲めないのでは参加した意味が全くありません。
また、周りの参加者にはIDチェックはしておらず、船員のさじ加減次第で決められてしまうなんてあり得ない！！

This is a must see attraction. Of course very touristy but very well done. So much to see . Arrived around 12.30 had a quick lunch it was go go go for 5+ hours.It was very entertaining and informative. I want to come back to see what I missed. The extra $25 for lunch and guided tour was well worth it. Loved the Luau and night show . Don't think about this one just go!