All Reviews for Food & Dining Experiences

I was worried about how it would go since I had a 2-year-old with me, but we were captivated by the changing stages one after another. The service to guests was attentive, and we were able to enjoy a wonderful time.

2歳児連れだったので、どうなる事かと心配していましたが、次々と変わるステージに見入っていました。ゲストへのサービスも行き届き、楽しいひと時を過ごす事が出来ました。

We spent full day at Polynesian Cultural Center, it was great to learn different type of Polynesian islands. Our guide was Jargel, she was good, she took us to all the best shows on PCC.

Luau dinner was good, A lot of food selections to choose for.
We got 2 leis . One is made from Kui nuts and other one made from orchids.

They picked up and sent us back to Waikiki, all staffs are very friendly and helpful. This is one of very good attractions you should do when you visit the island. We had a good time there.

First of all, the staff were very kind and accommodating, but we went far away from the area where the dolphins were spinning, and there were no dolphins there. That was unexpected, so I was very disappointed. I would like to try again next time.

まず、スタッフの皆さんは親切に対応して下さいましたが、イルカがスピンしているグループの場所から遠くへ行き、そこにはイルカはいませんでした。それは予想外でしたので、非常にがっかりしました。また次回トライしたいです。

Two years ago, I participated in a tour that included lunch. This time, I joined a morning tour, but the time spent at the sandbar was short, and I felt a bit unsatisfied. However, I was able to return to the hotel for lunch, so I could make good use of my time.

２年前にはランチ付きのツアーに参加しました。
今回は午前中のツアーに参加したのですが、サンドバーの滞在時間も短く、ちょっと物足りない感じがしてしまいました。
しかし、お昼にはホテルに戻って来られたので時間を有効に使うことができました。

The scenery was undeniably beautiful.
The staff's service was good.
As for the food... it was average for the price.
The water had a strange taste (fishy).
The upgraded soufflé was too sweet and not delicious. I wonder if I should have gone for ice cream instead.

景色は文句なしに綺麗でした。
店員さんの対応も良かった。
肝心のお料理は…お値段の割に、普通です。
お水が変な味。（生臭い）
グレードアップのスフレが甘すぎて美味しくなかった＞＜
アイスにしておけばよかったかなぁ。

We enjoyed cruising from Kailua to the area near the sandbar on a catamaran. Although we didn't land on the sandbar, we had fun snorkeling and enjoyed free drinks and a barbecue (hamburgers) on board, which I liked. The boat was chartered for the number of reservations, and this time we set off with two boats. There happened to be many Japanese people, so one boat was filled to capacity with Japanese passengers. The languages spoken were English and Japanese. I wasn't sure if there were other languages, but the tourists were definitely from various countries. Everyone became friendly, taking photos together. The contrast between the steep mountains unique to Hawaii and the emerald-colored sea of the sandbar was beautiful, and I almost forgot to look for sea turtles, but the crew was quick to point them out. It was beautiful, pleasant, and fun. The leisurely afternoon course included only the cruise and snorkeling, with no exploration of Kailua town, but I was satisfied. I participated with my mother and child, wearing a tunic and hoodie over our swimsuits, and brought a beach towel, float, and sunscreen. They provided snorkeling sets and life jackets.

カイルアからカタマランクルーザーでサンドバー付近までクルージングを楽しみます。サンドバーへは上陸しませんが、スノーケリングを楽しみ船上ではフリードリンク、バーベキュー(ハンバーガー)を食べます、私は好き。予約者が乗れる分の船がチャーターされていて、今回は2挺で出発。たまたま日本人が多かったので、1挺は日本人で満タンになりました。言語は、英語と日本語の二言語です。他言語があったかどうかはわかりませんでしたが、ツーリストはとにかく多国籍でした。写真を撮りあったりしてみんな仲良しになります。ハワイ特有の切り立つ山の景色とサンドバーのエメラルド色の海のコントラストが美しく、ウミガメ探しを忘れてしまいそうですが、クルーが目敏く教えてくれます。美しく、気持ちよく、楽しかった。午後から出発するのんびりコースはクルーズとスノーケリングのみで、カイルア街の散策はナシですが、満足しました。母と子供で参加し、水着の上にチュニックとパーカーを羽織り、バスタオルと浮き輪とサンブロックを持って出掛けました。スノーケルセットとライフジャケットは貸してくれます。

We participated as a couple in our 50s. There were few Japanese people, and the explanations were in English, so our understanding was about 10-20%. But we had fun.

However, even though there were dolphins swimming, the explanations were long, so by the time we got into the water, the dolphins were gone, and we only got to snorkel for about 30-40 minutes.

The lunch was delicious. It included round-trip transportation to the point and free drinks (including alcohol).

Since we couldn't swim with the dolphins, the cost performance was not great.

50代夫婦で参加しました。
日本人が少なく、説明は英語だったので
理解度は10～20%くらい？
でも楽しかったです。

ただ、イルカが泳いでいても説明が長かった
ので、海に入った時には、イルカもいなくなって
いて、30～40分シュノーケリングしていただけ
でした。

ランチは美味しかったです。
ポイントまでの往復、フリードリンク(アルコ
ール含む)でした。

イルカと泳げなかったので、コスパは、いまいち
ですね。

For those who want to experience the sandbar, which is often featured on television, I recommend it because the time is only in the morning and the price is reasonable. There were many participants, with two buses and two boats operating.

Before heading to the sandbar, we looked for sea turtles. We were able to see about five or six, but they only come up for air briefly, making it difficult to take photos. After seeing the turtles, we went to the sandbar.

On the day we went, the water was up to our knees, and there were some complaints. It seems that the relaxing setup with chairs, as seen on TV, is quite rare. After the photo session at the sandbar (the staff takes the pictures), we went snorkeling.

We walked to the point where the sandbar suddenly gets deep, which took about 5 to 10 minutes. I got stung by a jellyfish during that time. The staff had warned us to be careful. The jellyfish were small, so it was quite difficult to spot them if you weren't paying attention.

A tip to avoid getting stung by jellyfish: don't walk at the front! I was at the front and got stung. It hurts quite a bit; it's a prickly pain, and since jellyfish tentacles are long, the pain can be quite widespread. After being stung, it turns into a small bump, and the mark lasts for a few days. For children, it might be a bit challenging as they might scratch it. Please be careful.

Since many people participate in snorkeling, the water can be murky and visibility is poor. The staff was feeding the fish with bread to attract them. After the activity, they ask for tips, but it’s not mandatory, so quite a few people didn’t give any. The staff were cheerful and had a good vibe.

テレビでもよく取り上げられるサンドバーに一度は行ってみたい人には、時間も午前中だけだし、値段も手頃なのでオススメです。
多数の参加者で、バス２台、舟２隻の運行でした。
サンドバーに行く前に海がめを探します。５～６匹は見れましたが、息継ぎする瞬間だけ頭を上げるので、写真に残すのは難しいです。カメを見た後にサンドバーに行きます。
私たちが行った日は、海水は膝上ぐらいで、クレームを言っている人も居ました。テレビで見たような、椅子を出してくつろげるような状態は、めったに無いそうです。
サンドバーで写真撮影タイム（スタッフの人が撮ってくれます）が終わったら、シュノーケリングです。
シュノーケリングはサンドバーの急に深くなるポイントまで歩きます。５～10分程度です。
私はその時にくらげに刺されました。スタッフの人も注意を促してましたが。小さいクラゲですので、よほど注意していないと見つけるのは困難です。
クラゲに刺されないコツ！　先頭を歩かない！先頭を泳がない！私は先頭を歩いていて刺されました。
さされると、結構痛いですね。チクチクした痛みですが、クラゲの足が長いので、結構広範囲に痛いです。さされた後は小さいイボになり、数日は後が残ります。子供だと掻いてしまったり、少し大変かも知れません。お気をつけ下さい。
シュノーケリングはたくさんの人が参加するので。濁っていてよく見えません。スタッフの人がパン？を与えて魚を寄せていました。
終わったらチップをお願いされます。強要はされないので、入れない人も結構いました。
スタッフの方は明るくてよい感じでした。

The weather was nice, but as I researched beforehand, the sandbar had water up to my waist. If you don't like what you find in your research, it's better not to participate. The snorkeling at the coral reef was great. You can't get there without a boat. On the day, there were currents, and the guide said, "Think of it as training and do your best," which was funny. I went into the sea with a water camera and holding my child. Although I was wearing a life jacket, I felt like I was going to be overwhelmed by my child clinging to me. It became a great memory. The guide was also very nice and I recommend it. I will repeat this experience.

天気は良かったですがサンドバーは事前に調べた通りで腰まで水がありました。
事前に調べて気に入らない方は参加しない方が良いですね。
サンゴ礁でのスノーケリングが良かったです。船でなければこれません。
当日は海流がありガイドさんが”特訓だと思ってがんばってください”とｗ。
水中カメラと子供を抱えて海へ。救命胴衣を着けていますが、
私にしがみつき登り上がる子供に殺されると思いましたｗ。いい思い出になりました。
ガイドさんも感じが良くおすすめです。リピートします。

I wanted to see an Elvis impersonation stage, so I attended this show. I was hoping to hear more of Elvis's well-known songs, but there were also a few Hawaiian songs, which was a bit of a letdown. However, I thought the singer who impersonated Michael Jackson had a very similar vocal quality. I believe it's quite difficult to mimic a voice with such clarity. Overall, the show was lively and enjoyable, and I lost track of time.

エルビスのものまねステージを見たくて、このショーを見てきました。エルビスの持ち歌でもっとよく知られている歌を聴きたかったのですが、ハワイアンの歌も何曲かあって、やや拍子抜けでした。しかし、マイケル・ジャクソンを真似た歌手の声質がとても似ていたように思います。透明感のある声を似せるのはとても難しいと思うからです。ショー全体としては賑やかで楽しく、時間が経つのも忘れるほどでした。

The experience was amazing and one of a kind! It definitely exceeded my expectations. My girlfriend and I are very excited to do this again some time soon.

It was my first time at the sandbar! Depending on the season, I think, but I couldn't stand in the middle of the ocean as I had imagined... I was submerged up to my waist, and it was quite cold. However, the sea was very beautiful, and I was able to see turtles up close, and the snacks were delicious and satisfying! I would like to try again next time! (*^ω^*)

初めてのサンドバーでした！時季にもよると思うんですが、想像していたような海の真ん中に立てることはなかったです…。腰くらいまで浸る状態で、結構寒かったです。でも、海はとっても綺麗でしたし、カメも近くで見ることができましたし、軽食も美味しく満足できました！次回再チャレンジしたいと思います(*^ω^*)

Waikiki Beach is beautiful, but the Heaven's Sea Sandbar had even more stunning waters and a sense of openness that was amazing!! I was very satisfied to see so many sea turtles!

ワイキキビーチも綺麗ですが、天国の海サンドバーはさらに綺麗な海と開放感で最高でした！！
ウミガメもたくさん観れて大満足でした！

The total activity time was short. Additionally, the snorkeling felt less free, and because there were many participants, we had to swim in a line in a designated area. We received annoying comments like "keep your distance from the person in front" and "swim faster," which made it frustrating. The sandbar itself was a valuable experience, but overall, it didn't leave a lasting impression. I won't be doing this again.

トータルのアクティビティ時間は短い。また、シュノーケリングは、自由な感じか少なく、参加者も多いせいか、決まったエリアを列で泳がなければならず、前の人と距離を開けろだの、早く泳げだの、どうにもならない煽りをうける。サンドバー自体は貴重な体験だったが、総じて印象には残っていない。2度目はない。

Had so much fun, felt safe and loved being serenaded... definitely will go again and on a weekend when adult beverages are permitted : )

My wife and I did this ride with our 2 kids ages 10 and 12. The ride was super easy with incredible views. The horses are super calm and barely move when getting on and off them. They are very well trained which makes the ride very pleasant and enjoyable. At times I felt like the horse just knew what to do with little instructions from me. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. I especially enjoyed the scenery of the mountains and the seemingly endless amount of open land which surrounded us as we walked through the trail. The trail included walking up and down beautiful hills, under and around shady trees, all at a pace which was relaxing yet exciting. I can't say enough about this establishment and would recommend any family to visit this ranch.

My parents in their 70s were with us, and it seems they had more fun than we expected. The stage was close, making it easy to see, and we enjoyed the music as well.

70代の両親も一緒でしたが、思ったより楽しかったようです。
舞台が近いので、見やすく音楽も楽しめました。

Very fun and friendly crew. Had a great time. Would do it over again

My husband and I and our 2 kids age 10 and 12 set out from k'Olina area to the ranch. I have to say the drive was amazing. Great views, beach pull off spots, food trucks and we also stopped off at a coffee farm on the way. Once at Gunstock Ranch the staff was super friendly and accommodating. The horses were incredibly trained and easy to ride. The horses were very very very calm and I would trust my 91 year old grandmother could ride them and be just fine. The place was very clean and the horses very well kept after. Hardly any bugs at all, although we did put bug spray on us before hand just incase. I saw beautiful butterflies during the ride on beautiful lush natural trees and bushes. Seriously the views looked like movie sets and later we learned filming was done there in the past. The ride was easy, smooth and very very enjoyable. The scenery was incredible. We rode so close to cows big ones and baby ones. They were very calm and I was happy to know the cattle ranch does not brand their cattle but tag them with numbers. The people at this ranch really do take care of the horses. It's extremely apparent the amazing caring hands these horses are in. You do not need any prior experience at all to do this excursion and I highly highly recommend them over any other ranch in the area. We have done family trail rides before but this one was the best! When we return to Oahu we will be back.

We enjoyed doing this Circle Island tour, very informative tour, our driver Keith was nice, and explained every landmark places. We took the Ali Luau package so we can go around inside the villages with our own time as we have a small kid to walk. The Ha Breath of life was fantastic show.

The sea was beautiful, and I was quite satisfied to see some small sea turtles. Although it was the end of August, I felt cold after getting out of the water, and I was told to board the bus while still in my wet swimsuit, so I recommend bringing extra towels and a jacket.

海も綺麗で、小さくですがウミガメも見えてかなり満足でした。8月終わりでしたが海から上がったあとは体が冷えて寒く、帰りのバスも濡れた水着のままで乗車してくださいとのことだったので、タオルや上着を多めに持っていくことをおすすめします。

The VIP seats were close to the stage, and the artists came right to our seats, which was incredibly exciting. The quality of the show was also high, and I was very satisfied.

VIP 席はステージに近く、アーティストが席まで来てくれて、迫力満点でした。ショーの完成度も高く、大満足です。

I only saw a dolphin for a moment, and I didn't get to meet any turtles at the snorkeling spot... what a shame! I guess it's just the nature of dealing with wild animals. I'll try again for a revenge trip! I'm grateful for the cheerful staff and their thoughtfulness♪

イルカは一瞬みれただけ、シュノーケルスポットはカメに会えず…残念！野生の生き物相手なのでしょうがない。またリベンジします！ スタッフの皆様の陽気と心づかいに感謝です♪

I participated for the first time. The weather was great, and it was a wonderful tour that left me very satisfied. The guide's entertaining talk was also one of the highlights. It became a great memory.

初めて参加しました。お天気にも恵まれとても素敵なツアーで大満足でした。ガイドさんの楽しいトークも楽しみのひとつです。良い思い出になりました。

I wanted to show my 80-year-old father, who loves Elvis, so I went. I thought the food would be mediocre, so we went to a restaurant we liked. At the entrance, we ordered our favorite drinks (make sure to bring money as it's an additional charge) and participated just to see the show. Our seats were at the very back.

It had been 20 years since I last attended. I was wondering how it would be, but it was so much fun! From Hawaiian shows to impersonations! The quality was high, and the audience was never bored, as expected!

There was a Japanese lady really getting into it during Elvis's "Jailhouse Rock," and she got a hug from Elvis ♥ It was so much fun! My daughter also enjoyed herself in her own way! We enjoyed our meal and then casually went to see the show without feeling pressured or being stuck for a long time, which was great! I've heard the air conditioning is strong, so a long-sleeve shirt is a must.

I even recommended it to a friend who is going to Hawaii next week! My daughter kept saying that the impersonator of Michael was the staff member who was pouring beer at the entrance! I wonder if that's true...

エルビスが好きな80才になる父親に見せたくて、いってまいりました。
この手の食事はいまいちだと思ったのでレストランは好きなところに行き。入り口で、すきな飲み物を注文(別料金なのでお金持参)ショーだけみるのに参加しました。席は一番後ろの方になります。
私は20年ぶりに参加しました。いかがなものかと思っておりましたか。とても楽しかったです！ハワイアンショーから、ものまねまで！クオリティーもたかく、観客を飽きさせることなく、さすがです！
エルビスの監獄ロックで、のりのりになってる日本人のおばさまがいて、エルビスにハグされていました♥楽しかった～
娘もなんだかんだと楽しんでいました！自分たちで食事を楽しんで、そのあと、ふらっとショーを見に行く感覚で気負いすることもなく、長時間拘束されることもなくよかったです！クーラーは、聞いておりますので長袖は必須です。
翌週から、渡ハする友人にもお薦めしちゃいました♪
娘がマイケルのものまねは、入り口でビールいれてた店員さんだよ！としきりに言ってたのですが。。
本当かな…

It was my first time canoeing, but thanks to our guide Masa, I managed to make it back and forth. However, I think it would be helpful if the need for a tip was clearly stated on the voucher. Since the package included transportation and lunch, I only brought about ten dollars in cash, and I felt bad that I couldn't give a tip. Perhaps because of that, I still haven't received the photos that were supposed to be sent via email.

初めてのカヌーでしたが、ガイドのマサさんのお陰でなんとか往復できました。ただ、チップが別途必要であれば、バウチャーに明記してほしいと思います。というのも、送迎と昼食つきでしたので、１０ドル程度の小銭しか現金を持参しておらず、申し訳なかったのですが、チップをお渡しすることもできませんでした。そのためか、メールで送るといっていた写真もいまだ届かずです。

I was really glad to see dolphins up close. It was considerate of them to continue until everyone could see, especially for those who missed out. The crew was also very lively and it was a lot of fun.

イルカが間近で見られて本当に良かったです。
見られなかった人がいたら全員見れるまでずっと続けてくれるので良心的でした。
クルーの方々もノリノリで楽しかったです。

I was imagining more sandy beaches, but the sea was beautiful, the weather was nice, and the young staff members were energetic and provided enjoyable explanations, which was great. I also enjoyed the freshly grilled hamburgers.

もっと砂浜を想像してたのですが、
海はきれいだし、天気もよく、若いスタッフの方々が、元気で、説明も楽しく、良かったです
焼きたてのハンバーグも美味しくいただきました。

The sandbar was only waist-deep, which was disappointing.
But I was able to see both turtles and manta rays!
The bus guide was cheerful, and it was a very enjoyable tour.
I would like to participate again when I come back.
I hope to see the sandbar properly next time, though. (^^;)

サンドバーは腰までの位置だったので残念。
でもカメもマンタも見れました！
バスのガイドさんも陽気な人で、とても楽しいツアーでした。
また来たときは参加したいです。
出来ればちゃんとサンドバーが見たいですが(^^;)

My family and I have been on several horseback riding tours, and this one was certainly one of the best. For one, the staff were great! They were very attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable, making us feel like we were in good hands.The horses were extremely sweet and well-trained too. Additionally, the actual ranch where the riding took place was absolutely beautiful! We saw everything from a rare cave, to an amazing view of the ocean, which made for a bunch of great photo opportunities. I would definitely recommend horseback riding at Gunstock Ranch to anyone in Oahu looking for a change of pace from the typical beach scene of Hawaii.