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It was great! But it's quite expensive, and if you don't like hula dancing, it might not matter either way!

The place with Michael Jackson was lively!

よかった！けど、けっこう高いし、フラダンスが好きでなければ、どちらでもいいかも！

マイケルジャクソンのところが沸いてました！

Better to go ther on sunny day. Better to bring lunch box by your self

The sandbar was deeper than I imagined from the pictures, and my 6-year-old child seemed to struggle for breath every time a wave hit, quickly wanting to get back on the boat. The weather that day wasn't very good, and the wind made it quite cold, which contributed to my child's lack of enjoyment. However, the local guides and all the staff were really fun and great people, which was wonderful. I hope to go again in the summer when my child is a bit older.

画像から想像したよりもサンドバーは深さがあって6歳のうちの子は波を被るたびに息苦しそうにしてすぐにボートへ上がってしまいました。
当日は天気があまりよくなくて、風で結構寒かったことも子供が楽しめなかった原因になってしまいました。
けれど、現地のガイドをはじめスタッフの皆さんは本当にとても楽しく、よい人ばかりですごくよかったです。
もう少し子供が大きくなったら、今度は夏に行ってみたいなと思います。

This time, I was looking for a Hawaiian-style show for my first trip to Hawaii with my boyfriend. I had previously seen another luau show, so I decided to book the Rock-A-Hula show, which offers not only a luau but also an American-style show. The course I booked was called the Green Room, which included light snacks in a VIP room, and we got to take a photo with Michael Jackson at the beginning. I'm glad I chose this course because we received the photo on the day of the show!

We had front-row seats right in front of the stage. The dancers were easy to see, and it was really great. Before the show started, there was a backstage tour where we could wear the dancers' costumes and take photos, which was a wonderful experience! My boyfriend, who was visiting Hawaii for the first time, really enjoyed it as well. I highly recommend this course!

今回、彼氏との初のハワイ旅行のため、ハワイらしいショーが見たいなと思い探しておりました。以前、別のルアウのみのショーは見たことがあったので、こちらのロックアフラショーはルアウのみでなく、アメリカらしいショーも見られるとのことで、こちらのロックアフラショーを予約しました。今回予約したコースはグリーンルームというコースのため、VIPルームでの軽食も付いており、はじめにマイケルジャクソンと写真を撮りました。この写真は当日もらえたのでこちらのコースにして良かったです
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席もステージ目の前の先頭の席。
ダンサーもよく見えとても良かったです。
ショーが始まる前のバックステージツアーでは、
ダンサーの衣装を実際に身につけて写真撮影ができこれも良い体験でした！
ハワイ初の彼もとても楽しんでおり、
こちらのコースとてもオススメです。

I participated in the same tour twice and heard the same stories (´;ᴗ;`). I thought we would be able to eat more fruits while exploring the botanical garden, but we only looked at the trees and listened to explanations (´;ᴗ;`). It was nice to be able to eat fresh macadamia nuts \( ˆoˆ \)/, but since it takes up a whole day, I feel like I might not participate again next time (´;ᴗ;`). The scenery was really great!

同じようなツアーに2回参加し、同じ話をききました(　´;ᴗ;`　)植物園をまわるのも、もっとフルーツを食べたりできるのかと思っていましたが、木をみて説明をきくだけでした(　´;ᴗ;`　)生のマカダミアナッツをたべたりできたのはよかったです\( ˆoˆ )/ですが、1日つぶれてしまうので次回の参加はないかなという感じでした(　´;ᴗ;`　)景色はすごいよかったです！

I thought the sandbar would be a beach, but it seems that during the winter season, it only goes up to about knee height. It was said that it's better to enjoy it in the afternoon if you want to take your time. If I participate next time, I think I'll choose the afternoon. I also had fun taking pictures of sea turtles!

サンドバーって砂浜になると思いましたが、冬の時期はまだ膝の下くらいまでだそうです。ゆっくり楽しむなら午後の方が良いとの事でした。次回参加するなら午後をチョイスしてみようと思います。
ウミガメの撮影も出来楽しかったよ！

I was hoping to see more of the hula "Auwana" since I'm learning hula, but there were many Tahitian performances, and I felt it was an Americanized entertainment show. However, if you approach it with that mindset, you can enjoy it quite a bit.

フラを習っているので、｢アウアナ｣のフラをもう少し見られるかと期待していたのですが、タヒチアンが多く、アメリカナイズされたエンターテイメントショーだな、と思いました。そう思って臨めば、十分楽しめました。

I woke up early and participated. While moving on the boat, we encountered a pod of dolphins several times, and I hurriedly took pictures with my smartphone. Then, with the guide's shout, everyone jumped into the sea at once! When I looked down as instructed, I saw more than 20 dolphins swimming together. It was amazing! After that, we challenged the slide and enjoyed swimming. I'm not a strong swimmer, but I wasn't scared. However, my husband got seasick, which made me a bit lonely. There were also a few others who were feeling unwell. I took two motion sickness pills before going, but while swimming, the waves made me feel a bit nauseous. The taro cheese burger for lunch was delicious! Thank you very much!

朝早く起きて参加してきました。船で移動中にも何度かイルカの群れに遭遇し、慌ててスマホで撮影＾＾そしてガイドさんの掛け声でみんな一斉に海の中へ！下を見て！！と言われ見てみると、20頭以上のイルカが群れになって泳いでました。感激でした！後は滑り台に挑戦したり、泳ぎを楽しんだり。私は泳ぎは得意ではありませんが、怖さはありませんでした。ただ、旦那さんが船酔いしてしまい、少し寂しかったです＾＾他にも何名か気分が悪くなっている方がいました。酔い止めを2錠飲んで行きましたが、泳いでいる際も波にゆらゆら揺れるので、船酔いというか、泳いでいるときに少し気持ち悪くなりました笑
ランチのタロイモのチーズバーガーが美味しかったです！ありがとうございました！！

At the sandbar, I was able to practice snorkeling, which made it smooth to explore underwater afterward. I was able to see two sea turtles in addition to the fish.

サンドバーのところで、シュノーケルの練習ができたので、そのあとのシュノーケルを使っての海中散策がスムーズにでき、魚のほかにウミガメを２匹も見ることができた

Loved the Super Ambassador package! We were always in front on shows & we didn’t have to worry about where to go next because everything is planned out for us by our personal guide. Best part, I got a 5% discount thru my work.

The tour itself was great. Getting to stop at some sightseeing areas and enjoy the PCC was definitely a highlight. Could have spent more time at the Dole Plantation and the PCC. The driver Rob was obnoxious however. He talked non stop very loudly and it was difficult to decifer what was fact and what was BS. He talked non stop about himself and we got to the PCC later than anticipated so had less time there.

It was good my friends and I really enjoyed it. The view was breathtaking & the crew on board were so friendly and helpful. I am a picky eater so the food was alright to me however my friends really enjoyed it. If prone to seasickness, I recommend you take medication before getting onto the boat.

I went on this cruise with my friends as we all met in Hawaii for a little vacation. This dinner cruise was wonderful. We got to see the sunset and the food was delicious however we were just happy to be surrounded by great company and the view. If driving out keep in mind the traffic as it will get busy.

The tour was okay. To begin with the driver did not wait or call us when we were at the hotel. We called the company so many times and they gave us info that the bus is late and then again in 10 minutes one says the bus left us! It was a horrible experience. I would believe they would atleast call us. But even then we tried to ask to meet the driver elsewhere to catch up on the tour and there was a long wait before they could say yes! The dispatcher lady was helpful but then the driver not so much. I didn't like how the driver kept on talking even though the crowd was asleep. Most tours I have been has a guide talking and interacting with you while the driver drives so its more fun but these have the driver drive and speak on microphone which was disappointing! The tour itself was okay because with the better tour guide it could have been much better. Do not miss the Polynesian Cultural Center. Could spend a good half a day there.

The sandbar had a beautiful view that I had never seen before. I was able to see sea turtles, and the drink service on the boat was great.

サンドバーは今まで見たことのない景色でとてもキレイでした。
ウミガメも見ることができ、船内のドリンクサービスも良かったです。

I think the backstage tour before the show was a very valuable experience. We were able to wear the dancers' costumes and take photos, and they shared behind-the-scenes stories mixed with jokes, which made the show ten times more enjoyable. The green room was also a lovely space where you can definitely feel a "special hospitality." Additionally, since our seats were in the front row, we got to shake hands and hug the dancers, Michael, and Elvis, making it an incredibly rewarding show!

ショーが始まる前のバックステージツアーはとても貴重な体験だったと思います。ダンサーの衣装を実際に身につけて写真撮影ができたり、ショーの裏話をジョークを混じえて紹介してくれたりして、おかげでショーが１０倍楽しめました。グリーンルームも素敵な空間で「特別なおもてなし感」を味わえること請け合いです！　また、席が最前列だったのでダンサー、マイケル、エルヴィスと実際に握手したりハグしてもらったりと、それはそれはお得感満載なショーでした！

For dinner, we opted for the buffet since it was around the time we would be eating anyway, and it was pretty much what I expected. In hindsight, I think it might have been nice to join after having something at a restaurant during happy hour. The tables were cramped, there were a lot of people, and waiting in line for the buffet was tiring. The variety of dishes was decent. I tried some things I don't usually eat, like Ahi Poke and Lomilomi Salmon, and they were delicious.

The show started with a Polynesian theme, set around Elvis landing in Hawaii. MJ also made an appearance. Since both of them have passed away, we can't see the real ones, but I enjoyed the American entertainment; the singing and dancing were great. I was satisfied.

I wonder if it was just Elvis and MJ? It would have been nice to see GAGA or Taylor Swift as well. I wish I knew who would be performing and when.

夕食は始まる時間、どっちにしろ食べる時間だろうからということでビュッフェ付きのものにしましたが　まあまあ思っていた通りでした。
どこか レストランのHAPPY HOURで頂いてからの参加でもよかったかな～と今となっては思います。
テーブルも狭いし、人が多いし　ビュッフェなので順番待ちで疲れたな～という感じでした。品数はまあまあでした。Ahi Poke や　Lomilomi Salmon など　普段食べないものがあったので挑戦してみましたが　美味しかったです。

ポリネシアの要素を取り入れ内容で　エルビスがハワイに上陸したという設定でショーが始まります。MJも登場します。
本物は二人とも亡くなっているので見ることはもできませんけど、アメリカのエンターテイメンをたのしめました歌も踊りもよかったです。満足です。

エルビスとMJだけなのでしょうか？GAGAやテイラースイフトなどみれたらよかったのにな～。だれがいつ出るかが分ればいいな～と思います。

The weather worsened, so it was canceled once and then rescheduled for the next day. The staff's response was smooth, which was great.

In reality, there were waves, and the sea was cold, making it tough for families with young children, as the kids seemed scared and cold. It would be better to have an age limit of 10 years and older. Many adults also experienced seasickness.

On my third attempt, I was able to see three groups of mother and baby dolphins. I was really glad to see them.

天候悪化で、一度中止で、翌日に変更してもらいました。スタッフの対応もスムーズで、よかったです。

実際、波があり、海が冷たく、小学生低学年の親子連れは、子供達が怖がったり、寒がったりして、大変そうでした。年齢制限を10歳以上の方がよいですね。船酔いの大人も多かったです。
3度目のチャレンジで、イルカの親子連れに3組見れました。見られて本当によかったです。

Our family enjoyed the sunset dinner cruise. Unfortunately it was cloudy so we didn’t have much of a sunset, but like others mentioned you just had to get up and go out on the deck as they don’t make any announcement. The food was okay. Service was great. The entertainment was good as well. But i’m not sure It was worth the money so I probably wouldn’t do it again.

The flow from village to village with happy and friendly people made us feel happy. We learned so much from the talented performers...The canoe celebration was a treat...so very crowded for viewing, but it was the Christmas holiday break. When I think of the Polynesian Cultural Center, I will smile and remember the villages, the luau and it's good feeling and the fantastic show...Ha. Unforgettable.

The tour time is limited, and we gathered at 6:50 AM to board the bus, but I thought it might have been okay to meet a bit later. We had about 30-50 minutes of free time in the morning, which left the kids a bit bored.

After that, we moved according to the schedule, so I was satisfied. Since it takes a whole day during our stay in Hawaii, I wonder how that will work out, but I recommend it.

日本人向けの日本語の、ツアーの時間は限りがあるのか、あさ6:50に集まってバスに乗ったのですが、もっと、遅くても大丈夫なんじゃ無いかとは思いました。30-50分程度朝少し空いたので、子供が暇になりました。

そのあとは時間で動いたので、満足です。
ハワイの滞在の一日使うので、そこがどうかな？とは思いますが、おススメです。

On the day of the event, it was raining heavily and too cold, making it a test of endurance. I would like to suggest establishing certain rules and considering canceling the tour in case of bad weather.

当日は雨がたくさん降っており寒すぎて我慢比べ
大会でした。一定のルールを定め、天候不良の場合
はツアー中止を検討頂きたいです。

Since it was our honeymoon, we decided to go all out and booked the most expensive VIP plan. The location is on the 4th floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center next to the Sheraton Hotel in Waikiki, which is very easy to find. We were supposed to meet at 6 PM, so we arrived about 10 minutes early and showed our voucher at the reception, and they let us in right away.

There were about 15 participants in the VIP course, with 7 of them being Japanese. At 6 PM, we went to the green room… and immediately shook hands and took photos with a Michael look-alike. After that, we enjoyed some light snacks while sipping champagne and relaxing.

About 10 minutes later, the backstage tour began. The explanations were all in English, so I couldn’t understand much. I could catch a few familiar words here and there, but it was mostly just a vague understanding. We also got to wear some props used on stage and take photos.

After the backstage tour, we were guided to the front row seats right in the center of the stage, and the meal started. The menu included lobster, steak, dessert, and one premium cocktail of your choice. We were seated around 6:50 PM, and since there was an hour until the show started, we could enjoy our meal at a leisurely pace. However, due to the Christmas crowd, the food took a while to come out… I didn’t have high expectations for the taste, and it was about what I expected.

At 8 PM, the show started. It began with Hawaiian songs and dances, creating a welcoming atmosphere, and then Elvis and Michael came out, which got everyone excited. The singing was really impressive!! Although it seemed difficult for them to hit Michael's high notes… Even if you didn’t know the songs, there were plenty of entertaining performances to enjoy.

We got to shake hands and received fresh flower leis, and there were surprises throughout the show… The general seating area also had random interactions like handshakes, but I was glad we chose the VIP course for this experience. Especially, the backup dancers were amazing!! They were so close that I could see each dancer's expressions and subtle movements, and the energy was incredible!! I’ve seen free dance performances at shopping centers, but this was on a whole different level.

The finale was a fire show, which was also very impressive! I thought, “Are they really going that far?” as they performed dangerous and exhilarating dances. After that, they introduced the cast and wrapped up the show.

After the show, we took commemorative photos with the cast and looked at the exhibits. Since it was Christmas, there was even a Santa wearing an aloha shirt. By this time, it was around 9:20 PM, and thanks to the temporary olioli trolley running for the year-end, we were able to return to the hotel quickly.

Even after returning to Japan, I want to see that powerful dance again! Photos were allowed, but it was really disappointing that video recording was prohibited. Putting the food aside, if I go to Hawaii again, I will definitely book this show again.

ハネムーンだし豪華にいこうと一番お高いVIPプランで予約。
場所はワイキキのシェラトンホテル隣のロイヤルハワイアンセンターの4階でとても行きやすくわかりやすいです。18時集合だったので10分前くらいに行って受付でバウチャーを表示したらすぐに通してくれました。

VIPコースの参加者は15人程で、日本人は7名。18時になりグリーンルームへ…すぐさまマイケルのそっくりさんと握手し写真。その後はシャンパンを飲みながら軽食を頂き、くつろがせて頂きました。
10分程して今度はステージ裏ツアーが始まりました。全て英語での説明だったので何を言っているかわかりません。知ってる単語がたまに出たりニュアンスでなんとな〜くわかる程度でした。実際にステージで使う小道具などを装着して写真撮影もしてくれました。

裏を回った後はステージ前のど真ん中、一番手前の席に案内され食事スタート。
内容はロブスター、ステーキ、デザートと、選べるプレミアムカクテル一杯。席に案内されたのが18時50分くらいで、ショーが始まるまで１時間あるのでゆっくり食事が出来ます。しかしクリスマスで人が多いせいか料理が出てくるのが遅く…味もあまり期待はしてませんでしたがまぁこんなものかという感じでした。

20時になりショースタート。
初めはハワイの歌や踊りで歓迎ムード満載、その後エルビスやマイケルが出てきて大盛り上がり。歌がかなり上手い！！さすがにマイケルの高い声は厳しいようでしたが…。
歌がわからなくても、観客を楽しませる演出盛りだくさんです。
握手したり生花のレイを貰えたり、サプライズがあったり…一般席の方もランダムで握手などしていましたが、ここらへんはVIPコースにして良かったなと思いました。
特に、バックダンサーの踊りがすごい！！とにかく近いので、ダンサー一人一人の表情や細かい動き、振動もすぐ側で感じられて、とても大迫力でした！！ショッピングセンターで無料のダンス等見ましたが、それとはレベルが違います。

ラストはファイヤーショーでこれまた大迫力！え、そこまでするの！？とデンジャラスで疾走感ある踊りを見せてくれました。その後キャストの紹介をして終了です。

終了後はキャストと記念撮影したり展示を見たり、クリスマスなのでアロハシャツを着たサンタもいました。この時点で21時20分くらい、年末でolioliトロリーの臨時便が走っていた為すぐにホテルまで帰ることができました。

日本に帰ってきても、あの迫力ある踊りをまた見たくなります！写真はOKですが動画撮影禁止なのがすごく残念。料理は置いといて、次ハワイに行くことがあれば間違いなくこのショーを予約します。

Weather was rainy and chilly. As a result we were crowded in a small area with a roof for the entire afternoon. Tried snorkeling at the sand bar, saw nothing and it was very cold. Too cold to snorkel at the second spot. Burgers were good and the staff were nice. Bottom line is they should have canceled the trip and refunded our money. They even charged us for drinks!! It was by far, the worst boat experience I have ever had. They should be ashamed of themselves!!!!!!

This is my second visit.
I'm glad to have a seat where I can enjoy the night view of Waikiki Beach.
The beef steak was delicious.
The red wine from Napa Valley, California, was a hit.
It's a popular place for families, and it has a lively atmosphere.
It's a reliable and stable restaurant.
I will come again.

2回目の訪問です。
ワイキキビーチ界隈の夜景が観れる席で良かったです。
ビーフステーキも美味しかったです。
カリフォルニアのナパバレーの赤ワイン当たりでした。
ファミリー利用も多くて、わいわい賑やかで感じです。
安心安定なお店です。
また来ます。

It was my first time visiting Hawaii, and I had a valuable experience learning about the culture of the Polynesian region, including the Hawaiian Islands. It was a trip with my mother, who is 60 years old, and I was glad I signed up since she was also very satisfied with the experience.
However, this plan includes a tour with morning sightseeing, which means it involves group activities from morning until night, and we might get tired midway.
Also, the lunch and dinner buffet was honestly a bit disappointing...

The final night show at the Polynesian Cultural Center was truly amazing, especially the fire dance, which was nothing short of bravo!!

はじめてのハワイ観光でしたが、ハワイ諸島を含むポリネシア圏の文化を学ぶ貴重な体験をさせていただきました。60になる母と2人の旅行でしたが、母も大満足の体験となったことで申し込んで良かったと思いました。
ただ、このプランは午前中の観光のついたツアーになっていますが、これは朝から晩まで団体行動となり、中盤でバテてしまうかもしれません。
また、ランチ＆ディナービュッフェは正直微妙でした。。。

ポリネシアカルチャーセンターの最後のナイトショーは本当に最高で、とりわけファイヤーダンスについては、ブラボーとしか言いようがないです！！

This was my sixth time participating. In the past five times, I only had the premium cocktails and show tickets. While that was enjoyable enough, this time I participated in the VIP seats for the first time as part of the monitor tour. I had a valuable experience visiting the backstage and taking photos while wearing the performers' decorations. The lobster from the course dinner was delicious, and the tenderloin steak was also very tasty and tender. I was able to enjoy my meal slowly while sipping cocktails.

The show was incredible, with the performers I always watched from the front row right in front of me... It was just moving! I could feel the stars' breath up close, and it was truly a wonderful stage. After experiencing this, I definitely want to be in the VIP section next time as well.

この度は、６回目の参加でした。過去５回は、プレミアカクテルやショーチケットだけでした。それでも十分楽しめましたが、モニターツアーということで初めてVIP席で参加しました。楽屋を見学したり、出演者の装飾を身に付けて写真を撮ったりして貴重な体験をさせていただきました。コースディナーのロブスターが美味しく、テンダーロインステーキもやわらくてとても美味しかったです。カクテルを飲みながらゆっくりと食事ができました。
ショーは、ステージ最前列でいつも見ていた、出演者達がすぐ目の前に･･･。
もう、感動！感動！スター達の息遣いを間近に感じられて本当に素晴らしいステージでした。この経験をしてしまうと次回もVIPでお世話になりたいですね。

The Japanese guide was friendly and taught us everything. The sandbar felt like walking in the sea, with beautiful clear water and white sand that was very soothing.

Since the time for snorkeling is included, it feels like a good deal. However, it's a bit disappointing that the area has low water clarity, so it may not be recommended for those who are looking forward to snorkeling the most.

After the tour, there are no places to change or shower. This seems to be the case with other tours as well, so it's not that this tour is bad. It seems that when participating in such tours in Hawaii, it's normal to just wipe off lightly with a towel while still in seawater and return to the hotel as is.

日本人ガイドさんがフレンドリーで、なんでも教えてくれました。サンドバーは、海の中(上？)を散歩してるかのようで、水も白い砂も綺麗で癒されました。

シュノーケルをする時間も含まれているので、お得感があります。少し残念なのは、水の透明度が低いエリアらしく、シュノーケルを一番の楽しみにしてる方にはお勧めできないかもです。

ツアーのあと、着替える場所、シャワーする場所はありません。他のツアーでも、そういう感じなので、このツアーが悪いわけではないです。ハワイでこういったツアーに参加する場合は、海水のまま、軽くタオルで拭いて、ホテルにそのまま戻るのが普通なようでした。

The venue is located right in the middle of Kalakaua Avenue in Honolulu, at the Hawaiian Royal Center, making it easy to find. You can see Polynesian performances and rock 'n' roll, including Elvis. While Elvis seems to show a bit of age, a new addition, Moana, has joined, allowing you to enjoy both historical and contemporary Hawaii. As for Michael, it might make you think of Hawaii, but overall, the show is short and allows you to enjoy Hawaii.

ホノルルカラカウア通り、ど真ん中、ハワイアンロイヤルセンターにある会場なので、場所か分かりやすい、ポリネシアンとロックンロール、エルビスが見れる。
エルビスが少し年を感じるようになったが、新しくモアナ、女性が加わり、昔から現在のハワイを楽しめると思います。
マイケルは、ハワイ？とは思いますが、ショー全体は短い時間で、ハワイを楽しめると思います。

The weather was bad and it was a cold time, but I really enjoyed snorkeling! We couldn't come during a time when the sandbar had low water levels, but we had fun playing beach volleyball and other activities. I think those who come ready to have a great time in the ocean will enjoy it!

天気も悪く、寒い時期でしたが、シュノーケリングはとっても楽しめました！サンドバーはなかなか水位が低い時期に来れないのですが、ビーチバレーなど楽しめました。海でがっちり遊ぼうと思って来た方が楽しめると思います！