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Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise – 5-Course Steak & Lobster Menu, Polynesian Show & Live Music

Absolutely Wonderful!

Reviewed by: Jen1967

We really enjoyed the cruise. Everything was great. Food was excellent, great entertainment. our waitress Geridene was just amazing. I highly recommend doing the dinner cruise.

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/21
Activity Date: 2022/07/19

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Awesome Show

Reviewed by: Lydia

We had a really great time. From our bus host to the main event. Cousin Tao was our bus host and she made the 45 minute bus ride fly by. She educated us on the culture the tattoos and made us laugh. She talked about pearl harbour, the climate of the island, as well as some of her native language.

We enjoyed the food. The pork was flavorful, chicken was good. Like anyone, I stayed away from what I knew I wouldn't like. Drinks were ok, but we aren't big drinkers to begin with. The main show amazing. Chief was very entertaining. The dancers were authentic. They tell a story and explain each islands culture, while entertaining you. The finale was great with multiple fire knife world champions. I highly recommend this luau! Yeah it's not on the beach, but so what! I learned about the culture, and had great food.
Also at the end of the night we ended up with two drunk strays. Cousin Tao, even though she didn't have to. She could've just said sorry you aren't on the roster and made them get off the bus. She
Called her boss, asked him to come back to bring them back to Waikiki. I thought that was super nice of her. If you want a genuine luau experience go to Chiefs luau.

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Packages: Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/21
Activity Date: 2022/07/14

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Had a great time once we arrived

Reviewed by: R Gaspar

Our arranged bus was 20 min late, but part of the blame was a nearby hit and run (so traffic staggered around the police and paramedics). This caused us to miss most of the pre-show. Can't really fault anyone for that - just wished we had experienced it.
They no longer separate parties by table, so no more actual COVID separation (on paper/signs, they ask people to wear masks when away from their tables, but hardly anyone did so and no one enforced it).
Food was great. Buffet style, both sides of 2 rows of tables. Pick what you want, go back as much as you want. Lines were quick.
Performance was awesome. I wasn't aware that they had world champion fire dancers in the troupe. I personally loved the stories and explanations of each dance.

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Packages: Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/07/18
Activity Date: 2022/07/16

Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise – 5-Course Steak & Lobster Menu, Polynesian Show & Live Music

It was okay.

Reviewed by: Lydia

The steak wasn't that good, but the crab and chicken were. Fireworks were nice but for the price we paid, I'm a little disappointed. The dances they performed are rhe same you would see at a luau. The men's slap dance was entertaining.

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/17
Activity Date: 2022/07/15

Star of Honolulu Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise & Polynesian Show

Funn day

Reviewed by: Asniel Triana

Was a good day at the cruise , I enjoy it very much the day

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Packages: Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/16
Activity Date: 2022/06/24

Star of Honolulu Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise & Polynesian Show

Great Food!

Reviewed by: Mercy

The food was delicious and the cruise was very nice. The only thing is there were too many tables and left no room for the entertainment. There should have been a better stage set up.

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Packages: Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/16
Activity Date: 2022/06/21

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Amazing experience1!!

Reviewed by: Matt

Overall an amazing experience from the start! Just walking in everybody is already a joker. The performances were captivating and incredible to watch. Not to mention the food that went with it!

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/14
Activity Date: 2022/06/15

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Wonderful experience!

Reviewed by: Brittney

Awesome experience. The people are so friendly. We’d enjoyed all the stories and the surroundings. It was all organized very well and you can tell, Chiefs family spend a lot of time on all. Can’t wait to experience this again!

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Packages: Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/08
Activity Date: 2022/07/06

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Amazing Luau!

Reviewed by: Cindy

My entire family attend Chief's Luau and it was wonderful from top to bottom. They provided a huge amount of good food and moved people through the line quickly. Chief Sielu was delightfully funny, wise, heartfelt and shared his culture in such a beautiful way. All of the musicians, dancers and fire/knife dancers were absolutely amazing. All the performers showed such a passion and love of their culture. I would highly recommend this luau for anyone wanting to learn more about Polynesian culture.

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/07/08
Activity Date: 2022/06/24

Waikiki Independence Day Fourth of July Dinner Cruise - Star of Honolulu

4th of July 2022 Fireworks Dinner cruise

Reviewed by: Moon Man

Crew, entertainment & cruise were superb! Food was good- crab was really good, steak good, but chicken dry. Could use more veggies.
Black coffee was very as was mai tai!

Only disappointment was the fireworks cancellation. Paying extra for 4th of July fireworks and not getting was a disappointing especially since the cruise doesn’t operate the fireworks.

Definitely recommend purchasing!

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Packages: Party Package: 3-Course Dinner & Hula Show
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/06
Activity Date: 2022/07/04

Waikiki Independence Day Fourth of July Dinner Cruise - Star of Honolulu

Great food but we were disappointed that there were no fireworks. That is the only reason we booked.

Reviewed by: Carol

We booked this trip because of the fireworks. We were not notified in advance that there wouldn’t be fireworks. So disappointed. The food was very good and the server was great. Prices for drinks were fair. The bus driver on the way to the boat was great. Christopher was his name.

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Packages: Party Package: 3-Course Dinner & Hula Show
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/06
Activity Date: 2022/07/04

Star of Honolulu Sunset Buffet Dinner Cruise & Polynesian Show

Birthday Celebration

Reviewed by: TNT

Took my wife for her birthday a few days ago and really had a good time. Food was good, music and entertainment was good as well. Outstanding views!!!
I would recommend this cruise as an addition to your itinerary while on island.

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Packages: Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/04
Activity Date: 2022/07/02

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Good show/food, Odd location

Reviewed by: Megan

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Great show. Very entertaining for all ages. The fire dancing was amazing. Chief was funny and a joy to watch. The food was better than I expected with how many people they were feeding. They ran out of some of the items and for it being an all you can eat, they closed the lines down quickly after everyone had a serving. The food lines also moved quickly.

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The location. It is inside the wet n wild water park which definitely takes away from it being authentic. Some of the tables has shade but many didnt. They have you get there at 5 but thinks dont really start until closer to 545 so you are just sitting there roasting and burning. I expected more activities to do woth the family but there werent any to do at all except look at 2 booths of trinkets. You also have to use the wet b wild bathrooms and they were so so dirty and smelly.

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/07/04
Activity Date: 2022/07/02

Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial & USS Battleship Missouri Tour - Tickets and Transportation Included

Pearl Harbor Tour

Reviewed by: Felix

It was good. On time and very friendly Extremely informative and educational

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Packages: [6:30 AM] Waikiki Departure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/04
Activity Date: 2022/07/02

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Awesome event

Reviewed by: Casey

Very educational, great food and amazing entertainment

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/03
Activity Date: 2022/06/30

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Chief’s Luau

Reviewed by: The Sager’s

This show was outstanding. It surpassed all of our expectations. The talent and skills were evident and the energy level was high throughout the night. On the needing improvement side of things, the lines to get drinks were unbelievably long and very slow. The food was average at best but they were feeding 1000 people.

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Packages: Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/07/02
Activity Date: 2022/06/08

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Chief luau

Reviewed by: Mita

Wonderful family affair
Just wish they had guest interaction not just couples

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Packages: Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/06/26
Activity Date: 2022/06/03

Star of Honolulu Dinner Cruise - Luxury Top Deck Sunset Dining Experience & Live Entertainment

Elegant and memorable activity with breathtaking views and wonderful music/atmosphere

Reviewed by: Eric

This activity is for those who like to treated like a VIP. From arrival to departure, you feel like a special guest. This boat is enormous. 4 floors of dining & entertainment. The views from the 4th floor walk around area can’t be beat. The food is good and the drinks are outstanding. If you get cold easily, bring a light jacket. The dining area is air conditioned. Supposedly, you can see the Hawaiian Village fireworks on Friday nights. A great way to get some fantastic photos and memories.

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Packages: Nova Five Star: Steak & Lobster, Private Table, Drinks & Entertainment
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/24
Activity Date: 2022/06/23

Step Inside McGarrett’s House on Oahu - Exclusive Access Hawaii Five-0 Tour & Meet Cousin Flippa

Hawaii 5 0 Tour Experience (Perfect Day Perfect Experience)

Reviewed by: Nigel

Shaun our Tour Guide for The Hawaii 5 0 experience wad fantastic, pick up from our Waikiki Hotel was perfect and on time, the air conditioning vehicle was very clean and spacious. Straight away Shaun explained the day ahead and what to expect and this what was we were hoping for and more.
Within minutes we were at the first view point where Danno used to sit and contemplate live and Shaun wad mire than happy to take photos and to get the best shots. Driving around Shaun would also explain facts about Hawaii and not just 5 0 which was very interesting and helpful. Again the visit to the house was perfect and fantastic to be sat in the chairs having our photos taken just perfect. I would certainly recommend this tour outstandingly brilliant

  • Perfect picture perfect day

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Packages: Lunch at McGarrett's
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/24
Activity Date: 2022/06/22

Budget-Friendly Pearl Harbor Shuttle with Reserved USS Arizona Memorial Tickets & Transportation

Pearl Harbor was amazing!

Reviewed by: Marshar

This tour was exactly what we wanted, transportation with Ana excellent guide and host, then the opportunity to visit a place of American history on our own. It was a somber, sobering and fulfilling time as we learned more about the greatest American generation and the sacrifices they made for their and future generations. Juicy added to our trip by providing extra facts and great fun along the way there and back.

Reply from activity provider

We at E Noa thank you for choosing us to provide this important and memorable experience. We are delighted to hear that Juicy was able to make it that much better. Mahalo for this review and we hope to see you again!

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Packages: 09:45 AM Arizona Memorial Tour from Waikiki (Daily)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/23
Activity Date: 2022/06/21

Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise – 5-Course Steak & Lobster Menu, Polynesian Show & Live Music

Lovely Evening

Reviewed by: Kara

Me and my husband enjoyed this cruise, they made our honeymoon full of fun!

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/23
Activity Date: 2022/06/21

Discover Pearl Harbor & Historic Honolulu - Afternoon Tour of USS Arizona Memorial and Downtown

Great Tour

Reviewed by: Kara

Pearl Harbor is a very memoric place! Great day I loved it.

Reply from activity provider

We agree! Pearl Harbor is such an important piece of history so it is no surprise it is often at the top of visitors list of things to experience. Mahalo for the 5 star rating. We would love it if you checked out Waikiki Trolley for more historic and memorable places to see.

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Packages: Pearl Harbor City Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/23
Activity Date: 2022/06/22

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

They didn’t call you Chief for nothing

Reviewed by: Midweek

This is not your regular Luau event that you go to. My husband and I were celebrating our 5th year wedding anniversary and it’s his first trip after 35 years. I was surprised to know that I was not only watching or going to a luau but also going to a comedy show. Chief was amazingly great! His delivery was superb and did not seem rehearsed but was very natural. The staff (i feel bad that I didn’t get his name :( but he was great) took care of a mishap that happened and was very professional. Everyone was so great and I will definitely go back and tell my friends to make sure to see Chiefs Luau.

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Packages: Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/21
Activity Date: 2022/06/16

Discover the Best of Oahu on a Full-Day Circle Island Guided Tour with Waimea Valley & Local Lunch

My Sunday Tour

Reviewed by: Al S

We were picked up right on time and our driver/ tour guide was very knowledgeable about the points of interest, culture and history. I was very impressed!! Not too forget the lunch stop was delicious!

Reply from activity provider

This is an awesome review! We love hearing about how we could provide such a special experience to our guests. We hope you will come see us again the next time you visit! Mahalo for this fine rating.

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Packages: Waikiki Hotels & Honolulu Cruise Ship Pier Departure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/21
Activity Date: 2022/06/19

Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial & USS Battleship Missouri Tour - Tickets and Transportation Included

Did not receive tickets to USS Arizona Memorial

Reviewed by: fredargon@gmail.com

This was suppose to be one of the highlights of our trip to Oahu… the Pearl Harbor specifically the visit to USS Arizona! We fully paid months before our Hawaii trip. Why a poor review? There were 18 of us. Families and friends. We were informed that they were not able to get a ticket for us to go to USS Arizona, right during the bus pickup! Our other friends who were on a different time slot, same day, were able to do so no problem. We feel that this company should have informed us ahead of time so we would have an opportunity to book with another company. So disappointed! Not good business! I hope this does not happen to anyone else.

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Packages: [6:30 AM] Waikiki Departure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/06/20
Activity Date: 2022/06/16

Star of Honolulu Dinner Cruise - Luxury Top Deck Sunset Dining Experience & Live Entertainment

The Best Way to Experience Oahu Sunset

Reviewed by: Greg H

This is truly a 5-star luxury experience and the best Oahu sunset dinner cruise. From start to finish you are treated like royalty by friendly and helpful staff. We had the package that includes transportation to and from Waikiki and 4 drinks each (1 Captain's Bellini drink and 3 premium drink tickets). When you arrive you are greeted by dancers, the crew, and captains. You have an opportunity to meet the captains and get amazing photos before setting off on the cruise. The boat was very accessible with elevators to each of the decks. The 5-star luxury SuperNova deck is beautiful and spacious. You are treated to a 7-course dinner and live jazz trio band. At any point you are free to roam the private top deck area for incredible photos of Oahu, Waikiki, Diamond Head, ocean, and sunset. I would advise anyone who signs up for the 5-star luxury deck to wear the appropriate attire (business to formal). I don't think you would be allowed boarding with swimsuits or t-shirts. Dress pants, sneakers and collared shirts should be fine for men, but be aware some guests will dress very formal and be celebrating anniversaries, birthdays, weddings, etc. We highly recommend the 5-star luxury dinner experience as it was one of our favorite parts of our Hawaii trip.

  • Sunset Cruise

  • Diamond Head view

  • Beef Wellington

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Packages: BOGO Review Rebate Special - Five Star Dinner, Private Table & More [Apr]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/18
Activity Date: 2022/06/14

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Awesome Performance

Reviewed by: Cheryl Ray Martin

This Luau is a must! It is so entertaining. The Chief’s story is so heartfelt, the performance is awesome and the food is amazing! I am so glad we chose this Luau to attend. Definitely one of a kind performance!

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Packages: Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/06/18
Activity Date: 2022/06/16

Star of Honolulu Sunset Dinner Cruise – 5-Course Steak & Lobster Menu, Polynesian Show & Live Music

We booked the Deluxe 3 star and had a great evening of enterainment and dining.

Reviewed by: mrl

the crew was friendly and we easily found our way to the table. The ship was clean while a bit snug easy to move around. We really thought the entertainment was well done and varied with polynesian dancers and jazz musicians. Our dinner was well presented and prepared.
The Deluxe 3 Star was the way to go.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/18
Activity Date: 2022/05/28

Budget-Friendly Pearl Harbor Shuttle with Reserved USS Arizona Memorial Tickets & Transportation

Pearl harbor tour

Reviewed by: Michelle

Very easy booking/ shuttle was right on time and driver was friendly and clear about instructions for when we got to the memorial. No having to wait on lines and the tour gave plenty of time to see the memorial and walk around the grounds. Would highly recommend

Reply from activity provider

Mahalo for the 5 stars! We are so glad you enjoyed your tour.

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Packages: 7:30 AM Arizona Memorial Tour from Waikiki (Daily)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/06/18
Activity Date: 2022/05/24

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show & Dinner Buffet with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Great Event

Reviewed by: Kara

If you have limited time in Hawaii, this is a MUST DO! The atmosphere is amazing, the hosts truly make you feel like family! Delicious food & drinks-A perfect blend of laughter, history, and talented performers.

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Packages: Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/06/18
Activity Date: 2022/06/16
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