All Reviews for Top Places to Visit in Hawaii

The hour went so quickly!
The boat was easy to find, right out the front of Duke's.
The boarding into the boat was relatively easy, there's stairs that come down from the centre of the boat that you climb up. We did get wet leaving the boat but that was okay!

We cruised around to where the fireworks happen and had a great view.
The time went so quickly!

We went to Waikiki for our wedding and honeymoon! We wanted to enjoy something truly Hawaiian, so we made a reservation through Veltra from Japan. The buffet-style meals were delicious, and we were able to enjoy flavors different from those in Japan! The pineapple was cold and tasty too (*´ч`*). The hula dance show during the meal and the post-meal show were filled with Hawaiian charm, and they were all so exciting to watch☆

However, even though we booked the VIP course thinking it would be special, we were guided to the show just like everyone else, and when the paths split, there was no detailed guidance. We were led into the venue in a flowing manner. While we could see from the front, the staff randomly assigned our seats, and those who arrived later were seated in the more visible middle area. Considering the extra cost, I felt there was no need to choose the VIP course. Also, while I knew this beforehand, the fresh flower lei that is only available with the VIP course couldn't be taken back to Japan, so I was disappointed about that since I was looking forward to it.

結婚式とハネムーンを兼ねてワイキキに行きました！ハワイらしいことを楽しみたいと思い、日本からベルトラで予約しました。食事もビュッフェ形式にしては美味しく、日本とは違った味を楽しむことが出来ました！パイナップルも冷たくて美味しかったです(*´ч`*)食事中のフラダンスショーや食後のショーもハワイらしさがたくさん詰まっていて、見ていてワクワクするものばかりでした☆
しかし、せっかくだからと思いVIPコースで予約しましたが、ショーに案内される時にも一般の方と同じように一斉に案内され、途中で一般と道が分かれる際にも詳しい案内はなく、流れ込むように会場に案内されました。前方で見ることは出来ましたが、席もスタッフに勝手に決められ、後から来た人の方を真ん中の見やすい所に座らせたりと値段を上乗せした割には、VIPコースをわざわざ選択する必要は無いかと思いました。また、これは分かっていた事ですが、VIPコースのみ貰える生花のレイも結局日本には持って帰れないので、VIPコースで楽しみにしてた分ガッカリでした。

The weather was nice and the scenery was amazing. I thought we would be able to run around more freely, but we had to ride in a line. Since there were two couples sharing one vehicle, it would have been better to split the reservations and have one vehicle for each couple. The dust at the back of the line was intense, so wearing clothes that can get dirty is a must. The distance we traveled was sufficient.

天気も良く景色は最高でした。もっと自由に走り回れるのかと思っていましたが、隊列を組んでの走行でした。二人カップル二組で一台だったので、申し込みを分けて二人で一台にすれば良かったです。隊列の後ろの方は砂ぼこりが凄いので、汚れて良い服装は必須ですね。走行距離は充分でした。

Snorkeling and scuba diving can be quite challenging, so I participated in a submarine tour where I could easily see the fish underwater. The water was very clear, and I could see the fish gathering around the reefs well. It was a highly satisfying tour.

シュノーケリングやスキューバダイビングはハードルが高いので、気軽に海中の魚を見ることができる潜水艦ツアーに参加しました。海水の透明度が高く漁礁に集まる魚が良く見え、満足感の高いツアーでした。

My guests from Japan and I had a great time! Our tour guide was so funny & knowledgeable. Weather and the views of the windward side of Oahu were beautiful! A visit to Kualoa Ranch is a must when visiting Hawai’i.

Great experience family 1st time snorkeling guide funny and made you feel comfortable in the water

what a better way to end an early early am hike then with a delicious sweet treat! best tour pairing ever

The pineapple farm was a must see for us so it was great and easy to include this alongside a tour of the island!

Avoid the lines and get them ahead, so easy and they make sure you got the QR code!

The crowds dont lie! Our family loved this experience as you get the ATV thrill alongside the experience of the ranch!

Really awesome experience, the workers give it their all!

Family really appreciated to get to see the PH as it is a once in a lifetime you get to!

right off waikiki beach, easy and quick fun snorkel and we saw a lot of fish!

My family loved an easy way to get away from the city for a day with a great guide!

The experience was awesome! We got to learn and experience a lot of what the native Polynesian cultures were like. Many of the staff are actually university students who help fund most of their education through working here so that is nice to know.

The Buffet was the biggest Buffet hall and selection that I have ever seen- there was live music too and it was all just beautiful. The food was really good too!

The Fire Dance show was just an amazing performance. All the people responsible for making this were so skilled. It looked like everyone was having a great time.

It was possible to apply on the day, and I was looking for something that was quick and reasonably priced. We were the only Japanese people there, which made us a bit anxious, but it turned out to be a fun time! I was really happy to see the dolphins up close!

当日の申込みでも可能で、短時間、価格も手頃なものを探していました。
日本人は、私たちだけで、少し不安もありましたが、楽しいひとときどした！
そして、本当にイルカを間近で見ることができて嬉しかったです！

We were The only ones signed up to Haleiwa and they still ran the shuttle. Felt bad for the driver but they held the commitment of our transportation. Driver picked us up on time in both directions and it was a comfortable ride

This was my first luau. Although not a traditional luau that one would see on a beach, this one was fantastic. The food was delicious with plenty to choose from, the staff was courteous and helpful, and the show incorporated traditional song and dance along with "Elvis" and "Michael Jackson"...all were so very talented! The seating in the theatre was comfortable, and the location was easy to get to. I highly recommend!

Boat was in good shape, experienced and friendly crew who knew right where to go for all to have a wonderful time!

It was a great tour early in the morning, so it wasn't hot at all. There were light snacks on the boat, and the spam onigiri was really delicious. The captain stayed close to me since I can't swim, which made me feel safe while I got to see beautiful fish and sea turtles! It was so much fun, and I'm really glad I participated!

朝早いツアーだったので暑くなくて最高でした。船の中には軽食もあってその中のスパムおにぎりがすごく美味しかった。泳げない私に、キャプテンが横に着いて泳いでくれてました！安心して綺麗な魚、ウミガメを見る事ができ感動しました！とても楽しかったです、参加してよかったです！

The ride and the guides were great. The land has amazing views that our pictures don’t do it justice. Only thing that we either missed or wasn’t made aware to us was that if you have the last ride booked, you must shop at the gift store before hand. We were going to wait so items didn’t get dirty. The store was closed when we returned and we could not buy souvenirs as we planned to. It also rained during our ride (part of the experience - still had a great time) and we (13 people in my family in our group that day) probably would have all bought dry shirts/sweatshirts for the Uber ride back to our hotel. They do tell you to bring a change of clothes but we planned on buying shirts. Also, you can’t order online and pay to ship any souvenirs which we would have done if available.

What an incredible ranch!
We were picked up from Waikiki and taken in to Kualoa Ranch - this was great because we wouldn't have been able to do the tour otherwise.
The site of the ranch is incredible. Breath taking! Stunning mountains on one side, blue ocean on the other.
We were met off the bus and given all the info we'd need.
Our 'Jungle Expedition' tour guide was fantastic.
He gave us lots of information, picked some Mountain Apples along the way and generally added to the experience.

If we'd have had more time we would definitely have booked another tour.

Thank you for your support.
We went to Hawaii as a family to celebrate my 88-year-old mother's birthday.
Ten years ago, my mother joined us on a trip, and this time she wanted to try parasailing.
Given her age, we were concerned about whether she could handle it, so we researched and found experience photos on the website featuring people of a similar age, which reassured us, and we made the reservation.
The staff at the reception were friendly and accommodating, which eased our worries as we boarded the boat.
The crew on board were also very kind and attentive to safety, allowing for a reassuring flight.
As expected, the strong winds provided a refreshing view at 150 meters in a short time, and my 88-year-old mother was extremely happy and satisfied with the experience.
Our family prepared a waterproof camera and a GoPro to take photos and videos, but due to the boat's rocking, some of the shots didn't turn out well.
Additionally, it seemed that another passenger wanted a commemorative photo but hadn't requested it in advance. I think it would be good to have a pre-announcement or to have continuous photography on board, checking for purchase options upon return.
Thank you very much.

お世話になりました
88歳の母のお祝い記念で家族でハワイに行きました。
10年前に一緒に行った母が今回パラセイリングにチャレンジを希望
88歳の高齢でもあり心配をしチャレンジできるかを調査、Webサイトの体験写真に同年代らしき写真があり問題ないと判断し申し込みました。
窓口スタッフの方も新設にフレンドリーに対応していただき心配もなく乗船、
船上スタッフの方も大変親切に安全に気を使っていただき安心にフライト、
当然ですが強い風の勢いで短時間に150メートル爽快な眺めと体験したことのない感覚で88歳の母も大変喜んで満足しました。
私たち家族は防水カメラ、GOProカメラ等を準備し写真やビデオを撮りましたが船上の揺れ等で少しうまく撮れていませんでした。
また同乗した方は記念写真が欲しかったようで事前にスタッフに希望していなかったようでした。事前アナウンスをされるか、常時船上から撮影をし戻った時に購入の有無を確認するやり方もいいのかなと思いました
大変ありがとうございました

The Captain and crew were very friendly, and although we were the only Japanese on board with announcements in English, everyone else was in a great mood, making it a very enjoyable experience. The unlimited Hawaiian cocktails and other drinks made for a fantastic time. I plan to ride again when I come back to Waikiki. Mahalo!

Captain＆Crewの方とても感じよく、英語のみのAnnounceで日本人は我々だけでしたが、乗船された方々がノリノリの雰囲気で大変楽しく過ごせました。Hawaiian　Cocktail等々飲み放題で最高のひと時でした。
またWaikikiに来たら乗ろうと思います。
Mahalo

We visited Hawaii for our honeymoon for the first time. Upon arriving at the venue, we were greeted with a lei service and shown to our seats. We shared a table with people from various nationalities, and there was a drink service along with a pineapple dish prepared on the table. After a toast, we were guided to the buffet, which included satisfying options like roast beef, fried white fish, and salad. Between meals, there were hula dances and hula lessons that were sure to get everyone excited! After dinner, we moved to the theater for the show. Traditional Hawaiian hula dances, along with performances of songs by Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson, were featured, allowing us to enjoy familiar tunes and dances. From the meal to the show, we were thoroughly satisfied and never bored!

新婚旅行で初めてハワイを訪れました。会場に到着するとレイのサービスがあり席へ案内されました。
様々な国籍の方と席を共にし、ドリンクサービスと卓上にはパイナップルの食事が用意されていました。ブュッフェは乾杯の後に席ごとに案内され、ローストビーフや白身魚のフライ、サラダなど満足のいく内容でした。食事の合間にはフラダンスやフラレッスンなど盛り上がること間違いなし！食後はシアターに移動し鑑賞がスタート。ハワイの伝統的なフラダンスやエルビスプレスリー、マイケルジャクソンなどが登場し、日本人にもとても馴染みのある楽曲やダンスで楽しむことが出来ました。食事からショーまで飽きることなく大満足することが出来ました！

I cannot express how grateful I am for Dan and this snorkel tour! My son is autistic and was struggling with understanding the equipment and started to panic. Dan very calmly and kindly took him under his wing. Before we knew it, my son was the leader of the pack! I even got a little seasick and Dan (without judgment) helped me back to the beach to rest. He also picked us up at our hotel and was so easy to talk to and open to any questions we had. I would 100% do this tour again! Thanks Dan!

- The pre-show meal included services that enhanced the mood for participating in the show, such as hula dance practice.
- The combination of Polynesian and rock (Elvis and Michael Jackson) brought a unique Hawaiian hospitality that made us laugh and brought tears of nostalgia.
- The integration of rock (Elvis and Michael Jackson) stars with the venue was fantastic, truly the pinnacle of entertainment.
- The dancers and singers were common members of both the Polynesian and rock performances, and each provided an impressive experience on stage.
- The opportunity to interact with the performers and take commemorative photos after the show was a service that will remain a lifelong memory. Thank you.
- Next time, I would like to bring my grandchildren along to enjoy it.

・ショーの前の食事では、フラダンスの練習などショー参加の気分を盛り上げるサービス
・ポリネシアンとロック（プレスリーとマイケルジャクソン）の組み合わせは、ハワイならではのおもてなしで大いに笑い、大いになつかしさに涙した。
・ロック（プレスリーとマイケルジャクソン）スターと会場との一体化した盛り上がりは素晴らしくこれぞエンターテインメントの極みでした。
・ダンサーや歌手のメンバーは、ポリネシアンとロックの両方に共通のメンバーであったが、それぞれ上質の舞台で感動した。
・上演後にホールで出演者との交流や記念撮影は、一生の思い出に残るサービスでした。ありがとう。
・次回は、孫も同伴して楽しみたいです。

My first overseas trip after the end of COVID was, of course, Hawaii. Despite the extremely weak yen and high prices, I thought it would be nice to enjoy a dinner show for one night, so I chose the Rock-a-Hula show. This was my fifth trip to Hawaii, and I had always been interested in it, but I never had the chance to go until now. It was a great decision.

On the day of the show, I arrived a little early and was welcomed with a fresh flower lei, then promptly shown to my seat. There was already a whole pineapple on the table. Soon, a Mai Tai was served, and we enjoyed lively ukulele performances and hula dancing at each table. The open-air venue had a pleasant breeze, and I truly felt the Hawaiian spirit.

After dinner, we moved to a different area for the much-anticipated showtime. The high-level hula, impressive fire dancing, and the service-filled Elvis with handshakes, along with the sharp dancing of Michael, were all fantastic. Since we had VIP seats, we enjoyed an incredible experience right in the front row center. I had the best night on my last day in Honolulu.

コロナ明け初の海外は、やっぱりハワイ。超円安＋物価高とは言え、せっかくなので一夜は何かディナーショーをと思って選んだのがロックアフラショー。５回目のハワイで今までも気になっていたのですが、行く機会が無く今回初参加。これが大正解。
当日は少し早めに会場に着いたのですが、歓迎の生花レイをかけて貰い、すぐに席に案内。テーブルには既に丸ごとパイナップル。程なくマイタイが運ばれ、テーブル毎のウクレレ弾き語りやフラダンスなどで大盛り上がり。オープンエアの会場は心地よい風が吹抜け、まさにハワイ気分満喫。
食事後は会場を移して、お待ちかねショータイム。ハイレベルなフラ、大迫力のファイヤーダンス、握手等サービス満点のエルビス、キレキレダンスのマイケル等など、今回はVIP席だったので前列中央席で臨場感抜群で堪能。ホノルル最後の日で最高の夜を楽しめました。

Should I take the classic boat ride or go to the Rock-a-Hula show? I decided to go to the Rock-a-Hula show. The deciding factor was the good access from the hotel, considering the return trip after drinking. In the end, this choice was absolutely correct.

First, we toasted with a welcome drink of Mai Tai before dinner, and during the wait, they played the ukulele just for us to celebrate our decades of marriage.

As for the much-anticipated meal, it was a buffet with a variety of options. The roast beef was particularly delicious. They carved it right in front of us, and we went back for seconds. It paired perfectly with the Western horseradish.

As the meal came to an end, there was a participatory hula dance that anyone could join. After that, we were guided to the theater for the main entertainment. A live band featured look-alikes of the famous Elvis and Michael, and their gestures were so similar that it really got the crowd excited.

We enjoyed the Hawaiian dances and fire dances, fully immersing ourselves in the Hawaiian atmosphere. Since we had VIP seats, we were right at the front and had a fantastic time. At the end, we had the opportunity to take photos with the performers, which made for a great keepsake.

This is an experience you can't have in Japan, so I highly recommend it!

定番の船に乗るか？ロック・ア・フラショーに行くか？で悩んだのですが、ロック・ア・フラショーに行ってきました。
選択基準は、ホテルからのアクセスが良いので、飲んだ後の帰路を考えてです。結果、こちらの選択が大正解でした。

まずは、食事前にマイタイでのウエルカムドリンクで乾杯し、食事までの間にウクレレを弾いてくれました。結婚数十年のお祝いに私達だけに弾いてくれました。
そして待望の食事ですが、ビッフェ形式で色々ありました。特に美味しかったのは、ローストビーフです。目の前で切り分けていただき、お替りもしました。西洋わさびとの相性が抜群でした。
食事が終盤に差し掛かると参加型のフラダンスがあり、だれでも参加可能です。
その後、劇場に案内され、いよいよメインのエンターテイメントです。
生バンドであの有名なエルビス、マイケルのそっくりさんが出てくるのですが、仕草等似ていてとても盛り上がります。
そして、ハワイの踊りやファイヤーダンスでハワイ感を堪能できました。
今回はVIP席でしたので、一番前でとても盛り上がりました。
最後退場時には、ショーの方々との写真が可能で記念になります。

日本では味わえないので、是非体験されることをお勧めします。

This time, we stayed in Hawaii to celebrate my mother's 70th birthday. We participated in a VIP tour based on a recommendation from one of my mother's friends. We were able to take the elevator to the fourth floor from the Royal Hawaiian Center, Building B, to reach the venue. We arrived at the venue by 5:15 PM.

The meal was a buffet in an outdoor space with a roof. We received service tickets for a Mai Tai and another drink, so we had plenty of alcohol! The buffet offered a variety of dishes to enjoy. However, the waiting time for the meal was too long, so it would be best if that could be improved.

When it was showtime, we moved to the indoor theater. We were seated in the central front area, which allowed us to see the performers up close. The show was packed with entertainment and lasted about two hours! There were dancers who could perform in any genre, from Elvis to Michael! It felt more like an entertainment show than just a hula show, and from that perspective, it was very impressive!

Personally, there was one song by Israel that I loved, and I wished I could have heard a few more solo songs from him. At the end, there was a photo session, and everyone in the venue seemed to have a great time. I want to tell my friends about this experience!

今回は母の古希祝いでのHawaii滞在でした。
母のお友達からの口コミでのVIPツアー参加。
会場へ行く四階へのエレベーターはロイヤルハワイアンセンターB館から上がることができました。
集合17:15に合わせて会場へ。
お食事は屋根のある屋外スペースでのビュッフェ。
マイタイともう一杯のサービスチケットいただいたので、お酒は十分でした！お食事は色々ビュッフェで楽しめました。ただお食事までの待ち時間が長過ぎたので何か改善できたらベストかと。
ショータイムになり、屋内シアターへ移動。
前方中央の席にしてくださり、演者の皆様も近く見応えがありました。
ショーは盛りだくさんであっという間の２時間ほど！！
プレスリーにマイケルに、どのジャンルでも踊れるダンサーの皆様に！！！
フラショーというよりエンタメショー、その角度で観たら見応え十分でした！！
個人的には、イズラエルが一曲あったのですがステキな声でもう何曲かソロで聞きたかったです⭐︎
最後にはフォトセッションなどもあり、会場の皆様大いに楽しまれてました。
お友達にも教えてあげたいと思いました！