All Reviews for Food & Dining Experiences

I got hooked on horseback riding at Kualoa Ranch and was looking for other places to ride when I found Gunstock Ranch. I took The Bus, but there was no name at the bus stop. It was a bit of a gamble. No Japanese is spoken at the ranch. However, everyone was very friendly and responded with smiles, which was really nice!! I had a wonderful time riding through areas that made me think, "Are we really going here?!" It was a forest-like setting, and I enjoyed leisurely riding while watching cows and other horses.

クアロア牧場で乗馬にハマりほかに乗馬できるところは無いかと探していたところこちらのガンストック牧場を見つけました。
The Busで行ったのですがバス停に名前はありません。
一か八かです。
牧場では日本語は一切通じません。
通じませんが、みなさん笑顔で対応してくださり、とても親切でした！！
乗馬ではこんなところも行くの？！っと思うような森？だったり、のんびり牛や他の馬などを眺めながらゆったり乗馬したりでとてもいい時間を過ごすことができました。

Great experience, had very good time, food was awesome

The Angel Sea was deeper than I expected, with the water level reaching from my waist to just below my chest, but it was such a beautiful sea that I could see the seabed clearly. I saw many sea turtles, and snorkeling was also a lot of fun. It was a fulfilling tour, and I'm glad I participated.

天使の海は思ったより深く、腰の上～胸下くらいまでの水位でしたが、海底が透き通ってみえるほどきれいな海でした。ウミガメもたくさん見られたし、シュノーケルも楽しかったです。充実したツアーで、参加して良かったと思います。

I went on a company trip.
If you're going to Hawaii, I definitely recommend it.
There were Japanese staff members, so I had a great time.
I was able to watch turtles, and I plan to visit again the next time I go to Hawaii.

社員旅行で行きました。
ハワイに行くなら、絶対おすすめです。
日本人のスタッフの方がいらっしゃったので、楽しい時間を過ごせました。
カメもウオッチできましたし、また、ハワイに行く際は、伺おうと思います。

After swimming with the dolphins at Sea Life Park, we simply walked back through the park to the Luau (very convenient). We were greeted warmly with a shell necklace and photo op with the Chief, and then got to enjoy some games (spear tossing, a Polynesian version of musical chairs (except with sticks), braiding palm leaves to make head-bands, and hula dancing). There were also some tables with native-made goods for sale. Then the Chief led the unveiling ceremony of the roasted pig (he is very entertaining and funny), got our non-alcoholic drinks and food (which was very tasty, especially the pineapple cake!), and then enjoyed the show. The hula dancers were very talented, the fire dancers where great, and it was neat to see all the different dance styles of the islands that were represented. It was our 2nd wedding anniversary, so we got to go up on stage with some other couples and they honored us with some pretty flowers! The only down-side was that the location is a little small, but other than that, we had a great time!

I'm glad it turned out to be solid ground.
I think it depends on timing and luck...
It was really beautiful!
I wish the weather had been better.
I want to go again! ♪

ちゃんと陸地になってくれててよかったです
タイミングと運によると思いますが｡｡｡
すごく綺麗でした！
もっと天気が良かったら良かったな
また行きたいです♪

This was the worst dinner cruise I've ever experienced. It felt more like a fishing boat. It was rocky for families with children, and the dinner was terrible... I regret not choosing something like Five Star. Next time, I will join a cruise on a larger ship.

今までで、ディナークルーズとしては、最悪でした。釣りに行く船やないですか。子供連れには、揺れるし、ディナーは、まずいし...
ファイブスターとかに、したら良かったと、後悔しています。次回は、大きな船のクルーズに参加します。

Loved the show and it was great to have some time at the end to take photos with the performers. A great night!

I visited the sandbar for the first time. There were plenty of activities like sea turtles, photo opportunities at the sandbar, and snorkeling. Everything was incredibly fun. I highly recommend this tour.

初めてサンドバーに行きました。ウミガメ、サンドバーでの写真撮影、シュノーケルと盛りだくさんです。どれをとっても、凄く楽しかったです。オススメのツアーです。

I was amazed to find such a beautiful place on Earth!

I went to the sandbar, and it was a fun time snorkeling and eating hamburgers at the BBQ!

I'm going to Hawaii again in October for a wedding, and I want to go with all the guests!

地球にこんなキレイなところがあるのかと驚きました！

サンドバーにいき、シュノーケルやBBQでハンバーガー食べて楽しいひとときでした！

10月に結婚式でまたハワイにいくので参列者のみなさんと行きたいです！

I heard from a knowledgeable acquaintance about this show being enjoyable, so I decided to sign up. To conclude, I was very satisfied with the content.

Since I participated in the Green Room Monitor Tour, I was initially guided to the Green Room, but I was not used to the VIP treatment and felt confused. I think it was meant to be a special hospitality setting, but I felt it wasn't necessary to pay for it.

The backstage tour was interesting, but it didn't exceed my expectations. The show was as expected, featuring performances by Elvis, Michael, and Gaga, as well as hula and fire shows, which I thoroughly enjoyed. However, I wish the quality of Gaga's performance had been a bit higher.

Regarding the meal, the portion size was appropriate, and I thought the taste was good. However, the chocolate cake for dessert was too sweet, and I didn't see anyone around me able to finish it. I think it might not suit Japanese tastes.

It became a wonderful memory for my last night in Hawaii. I would like to visit again if I have the opportunity. Lastly, thank you to all the backup dancers for your hard work. Keep it up!

ハワイ通の知人から、このショーが楽しいと聞いて申し込みしました。
結論からいえば、大変満足できる内容でした。
グリーンルームモニターツアーへの参加ということで、最初グリーンルームに案内されましたが、VIP待遇に慣れておらず、わけがわからず、戸惑いました。特別なもてなしという設定だと思いますが、料金を払ってまで必要はないかなと思います。
舞台裏見学はおもしろかったのですが、期待した以上の内容はありませんでした。
ショーは期待どおりで、プレスリー、マイケル、ガガのショーだけでなく、フラ、ファイアーショーもあり、大変楽しめました。
ただ、カガのクォリティーが、もう少し高ければと思います。
食事に関しては　量も適量で、味も良かったと思います。
ただ、デザートのチョコレートケーキが甘すぎ、周りの人で食べきれている人はいませんでした。日本人の口には合わないと思います
ハワイ最終日の夜の良い思い出になりました。機会があればまたお邪魔したいと思っています。
最後にバックダンサーのみなさんたいへんお疲れさまでした。がんばってください。

I participated with my mother in her 70s.
We checked the low tide times in advance, so we were able to get onto solid ground.
However, we just walked around; we didn't have a picnic.
I think it was because it was a morning tour.
During snack time, we had sandwiches with ham and cheese on bread on the boat.
The nachos were blown away by the wind, which was quite a hassle.
As for snorkeling, we just floated while wearing life jackets and without fins.
I think it might be insufficient for experienced snorkelers, but it could be just right for beginners.
My mother waited on the boat.
We were able to see sea turtles from the boat, so she was satisfied.

７０代の母と参加しました。
干潮の時刻を事前に調べていったので、しっかり陸地になっているところに上がれました。
でも、歩いただけです。ピクニックとかはしてません。
午前中のツアーだったからだと思います。
スナックタイムは、パンにハムチーズを挟んだだけのサンドイッチを船上で。
ナチョスが風に飛ばされて大変でした。
シュノーケリングも、ライフジャケットを来て、フィンも付けずに浮いていただけ。
経験者には物足りないと思います。が、初心者にはちょうどいいかも知れません。
母は船で待っていました。
ウミガメも、船上からまあ見られたので、母は満足しておりました。

The sandbar gets really cold when clouds come out. Also, depending on the day, the wind can be strong, so warm clothing is a must. The kids were shivering both in the water and after getting out. I was grateful to have a warm drink.

On this day, the water level at the sandbar was knee-deep. The scenery was breathtaking. There were no fish at the sandbar, so we didn't go snorkeling.

You can play beach volleyball, but we mostly went to take photos. The endless emerald horizon is soothing and allows for an escape from reality.

We moved to another location for turtle watching. We saw many turtles from the boat! We then moved to a snorkeling spot with coral. We encountered a giant turtle that looked to be about a meter long! Although I wished to swim with the turtle, I was a bit intimidated by its size, which was larger than I imagined. The visibility at the snorkeling point was clear near the coral, but you couldn't see into the deeper areas.

The hamburgers for lunch were excellent, made with freshly grilled meat.

The price is not cheap, but it's worth a visit at least once.

サンドバーは雲が出てくると
一気に寒くなります。
又、日によっては風も強いので
防寒対策必須です。
子供は水中でも上がってからもブルブル震えてましたよ(ｰｰ;)
暖かい飲み物をいただけて助かりました。

この日サンドバーの水位はひざ位置でした。
景色は絶景。
サンドバーには魚はいないのでシュノーケルはしませんでした。

ビーチバレーをしたりもできますが、
私たちは写真を撮りにいった感じ
となりました。
どこまでも続くエメラルド色の水平線に癒され現実逃避ができます。


場所を移動しながらウミガメウォッチング。
船からも沢山のウミガメが見れました‼︎
シュノーケルは珊瑚のある場所に移動。
シュノーケルで1mはありそうな巨大なウミガメに遭遇しました‼︎
ウミガメと泳ぎたい〜なんて望んではいたものの、想像以上の大きさに少々ビビリました。
シュノーケルポイントの透明度は珊瑚が近い所まで。深いところは見えません。

お昼のハンバーガーは
その場で焼いてくれたお肉を挟んでくれるので絶品です(^_−)−☆

価格は手頃ではないが、
一度は行ってみる価値あり。

I participated with my mother in her 70s. We checked the low tide times before joining, so we were on solid ground. However, unlike photos from other tours, it was just walking. Just taking pictures. Snack time was on the boat, with sandwiches made of bread, ham, and cheese. The nachos were blown away by the wind, which was quite a hassle.

For snorkeling, we just wore life jackets and floated. No fins were used. It lasted about 15 minutes. We scattered some bread and just watched the fish come over. It felt like a brief experience, and I think it's suitable for beginners.

I think it's good for elderly people or those with small children. As for the sea turtles, you might catch a glimpse of one floating up for a moment, but you can't really observe a turtle basking in the sun closely.

７０代の母と参加しました。干潮の時間を調べて参加したので、しっかり陸地でした。でも、他のツアーの写真と違って、ただ歩くだけ。写真撮るだけ。スナックタイムは船上で、パンにハムとチーズを挟んだだけのサンドイッチ。ナチョスが風に飛ばされて大変でした。
シュノーケルも、ライフジャケットを着て、浮いているだけです。フィンもつけません。１５分くらいかな。パンを蒔いて、寄ってくる魚を見ただけです。ちょっと体験、て感じで、初めての人向きだと思います。

高齢者とか、小さな子ども連れにはいいと思います。ウミガメは、一瞬浮いてくるのを見つける感じで、甲羅干しをしている亀をじっくり見られるわけではありません。

I was really satisfied to be able to snorkel in the beautiful angelic sea. I was also very pleased with the staff's attention to Japanese support and the lunch! It was convenient that they picked me up at the hotel too.

ほんとに綺麗な天使の海でシュノーケルができて大満足でした。日本語対応にもスタッフさんの気配りにもランチにも大満足！
ホテルまで迎えに来てくれたのも楽チンでした。

We were picked up a little late at 7:30 AM. It was a large bus like a sightseeing bus, fully packed with 40 people. After about an hour on the bus, we arrived at the harbor. We split into two boats for boarding, and there were restrooms on the boats.

As we progressed, we enjoyed the view of the bay, looking out at China Man's Hat and a U.S. military base. At one point, when I turned to listen to the guide, I spotted a turtle poking its head out of the water. We saw two turtles in total.

We then headed straight to the sandbar. On the day of our visit, low tide was at 7 AM, and we arrived around 9 AM, so the water level was about 15 cm, and we couldn't see the sandbar like you do in commercials. However, there were shallow areas in the water, so we had some time for photos.

After returning to the boat, we put on life jackets and snorkels for snorkeling time. We swam back and forth about 25 meters along the coral reef. It was a bit difficult to swim because there were so many people. There were plenty of fish, and I wished I could have stayed underwater a little longer.

There was no place to change, so I just put on a jacket and returned to the bus. The bus was cold, so warm clothing was necessary.

朝07時30分少し遅れてピックアップ。観光バスのような大型バス。40人満席。
1時間ほどバスにのり、ハーバー着。船2隻にわかれて乗船。船にはトイレあり。
チャイナマンズハットや米軍基地を見渡す湾をながめながら進む。
途中、ガイドさんの声のほうをみるとカメが海面から顔をだしていた。
2頭見られた。
そのままサンドバーへ。
私たちの訪れた日は、干潮時刻が7時、到着が9時頃だったため、潮位が15cmくらいあり、CMで見るような砂洲は見られず…
でも海の中に浅瀬が浮かんでいたので、写真タイム。
船に戻り救命胴衣とシュノーケルをつけ、シュノーケルタイム。
サンゴ礁に沿って皆で25mほどを往復。人数多いので、やや泳ぎにくい。
魚いっぱいいたのでもう少し潜ってたかった…
着替える場所ないので、そのまま上着羽織ってバスで帰着。
バスは寒いので、防寒必要。

We participated as a three-generation family. The sea was emerald green and truly beautiful. We saw turtles while on the boat and went snorkeling near the coral reefs, which provided us with valuable experiences that we definitely couldn't have had without joining the tour. Also, the hamburgers for lunch were incredibly delicious! I'm really glad we participated. I highly recommend it.

三世代の家族で参加しました。海はエメラルド色で本当にキレイでした。船に乗って亀を見たり、サンゴ礁の近くでのシュノーケリングをしたり、ツアーに参加しないと絶対に体験できない貴重な体験ができました。また、昼食のハンバーガーがめちゃウマでした！参加して本当に良かったです。めっちゃおすすめです。

What an amazing time at Polynesian Cultural Center. Everyone was so nice. All the shows were top notch and very entertaining. The food at the luau was very good despite reading prior reviews, we thought it was terrific. The "Ha breath of life" show was very entertaining and had us on the edge of our seats. Highly recommend to anyone who hasn't seen the show. The dancers and story tellers are so talented. A definite MUST see on your trip to Oahu. Kudos to everyone at the center especially the dancers and entertainers

The sandbar was very beautiful. It was fun to play beach volleyball in the ocean. I was impressed to see fish and turtles while snorkeling. There was a breeze above the sea, and it got cold after swimming, so I think it's a good idea to bring a jacket and a change of clothes. The freshly made hamburger for lunch was delicious.

サンドバー、とてもきれいでした。ビーチバレーが海の中でできて、楽しかったです。
シュノーケルで、魚と亀が見られて感動しました。海の上は風があり、泳いだ後は寒いので、上着、着替えを持参して行ったらいいと思います。
お昼の出来立てハンバーガー、美味しかったです。

This tour was fantastic. Our tour guide Jenner was an on board comedian who entertained us throughout the trip. The beach volleyball, practice snorkling, bbq lunch, beer, hot chocolate, wonderful staff and turtle watching was all incredible. We also got taken to a beautiful reef full of coral and coloured fish. Highly reccommended to anyone from non swimmers to couples to families with young children. Will definitely come here again.

I participated in a kayak tour. Our guide, Hide, provided thorough explanations, and even as beginners in our 40s, we were able to reach the uninhabited island without any help. My arms did get sore, but it was nothing compared to the excitement! The beauty of the Kailua sea and the sense of achievement from paddling there myself! Plus, the guide's fun tour around the uninhabited island made for an experience so wonderful that I lost track of time. The pizza for lunch was also delicious. I definitely want to participate again!

カヤックツアーに参加しました。
ガイドのヒデさんは丁寧に説明下さり初心者で40代の私達でもヘルプなしで無人島へ到着することができました。
確かに腕は痛くなりましたがそんな物とは比べ物にならないぐらいの感動でした！カイルアの海の美しさと自分でこいで到着したという達成感!!そしてガイドの楽しい無人島一周ツアー。時間が経つのを忘れるぐらい素晴しい体験ができました。
ランチのピザも美味しかったです。
是非また参加したいです。

It was my first trip to Hawaii, and I wanted to go to the sandbar, so I thought about booking an option with HIS, but it was fully booked, so I joined a tour with VELTRA. I was worried about the weather, but the sun came out halfway through, and I was able to see the most beautiful sandbar. I recommend bringing a waterproof camera and a waterproof camera case. Also, it gets cold after you go into the water, so I suggest bringing a thick hoodie or a windbreaker. The hamburger I had on the boat was delicious, and the staff were bright and friendly, so I was very satisfied. I was also able to see sea turtles and had the valuable experience of snorkeling for the first time. If the weather is good, I think anyone would be satisfied.

初めてのハワイ旅行でしたので、サンドバーに行きたくてＨＩＳのオプションを予約しようと思いましたが、予約が満席でしたのでＶＥＬＴＲＡさんのツアーに参加しました。
天気が心配でしたが、途中から太陽がでて最高に綺麗なサンドバーを見ることができました。
防水カメラや、防水カメラケースを持参することをお勧めします。
また、海に入った後寒くなるので、厚手のパーカーや、ウインドブレーカーを持参することを
オススメします。
船内で食べたハンバーガーもおいしかったですし、スタッフの皆さんも明るくフレンドリーでしたので、大満足です。
ウミガメも見ることができ、また初めてのシュノーケリングもでき貴重な体験ができました。
天気さえよければ、どなたでも満足すると思います。

I went to the heavenly sea in early April. The guide's explanations were thorough, and it was a very enjoyable time. From the boat, I could see what looked like a shell, and during snorkeling, a sea turtle came close to me. If you go to Hawaii, it's definitely worth experiencing. ✨

4月上旬に天国の海に行きました。
ガイドさんの説明も丁寧でとても楽しいひとときでした。
船からは甲羅らしき物が見えて
シュノーケリングでは海亀ちゃんが寄って来てくれました。
ハワイに行ったら絶対に体験する価値があります。✨

The organization of customer entry is inadequate. If we don't assign guides and make announcements in Japanese, attendees will wander around with their drinks, going back and forth multiple times before entering the venue. By the time they get in, they've already finished their drinks while waiting in line, making the drinks unnecessary.

As for the content of the performance, I would rate it four stars.

お客様の入場整理がだめです。案内人を配置する、日本語でアナウンスするなどしなければ会場に入るまでにドリンクを持ってあっちうろうろ、こっちうろうろと何回うろうろさせられたか、ドリンクは入場まで並んでいる時間で飲んでしまい、ドリンクは不要ですね。
本番の中身は、星４つですかね。

It's my 3rd time with Star of Honolulu and they never fail to amaze me!
I was greeted with a beautiful smile by Kathleen at the ticket office. She was very nice, friendly, and it seems like she was enjoying her job. Before we boarded, the dancers are always very entertaining, a unique way to welcome their guests (yes, I've been to other dinner cruises and only Star of Honolulu has this great idea).
At the boat, here comes the cheerful and very energetic Freddie, who took us to our table. He didn't realize there were eight (8) of us but he was able to accommodate us right away having our own table by the window! He is the Assistant Floor Manager and I was really impressed with his friendliness and bright personality, he is funny too! The couples that we were with are visitors from Canada, celebrating their Silver Wedding Anniversary. I forgot to mention this special occasion when I made the booking so I told Freddie if there’s a way he can announce it after dinner. Knowing how busy they were, I never expected it to happen but I was extremely happy and grateful that he didn't forget. After the Polynesian entertainment, he immediately pulled my couple family towards the stage to make their dance. All the other couples, honeymooners, anniversary celebrants, followed. It was an honor!! Thank you so much Freddie for that, it was a memory of a lifetime for my family.
I would also like to give credit to Jay, who was our server that night, in fact all the crew members because they know how to take care of their guests, they're fast and attentive! The One Star package is not bad at all, I actually like this better than the Three Star believe it or not and IT'S ALL YOU CAN EAT CRAB LEGS!! Yummy! The steak was delicious also, so tender and juicy!
Will definitely cruise with Star of Honolu again and again! True "Aloha" spirit..good impression for those visiting the islands for the first time...greatly satisfied with the services they offer. Thumbs up SOH!!

I have gone many times with family and friends so they can enjoy as I did my first time.mmalways great day this time also, as Iwe had private tour guide which was amazing. Reason for one star down is that I paid for mini bus and was transported in large coach which less personal. I admit we had a great driver. Funny informable about trip and culture center. I did pay extra for mini so think I deserve refund for that upgrade.

I have done dinner cruise before in Honolulu many times. This time was the best ever experience. From time arrived at dock until returned to hotel was amazing . Everyone was friendly, food good, service amazing.

This time, I participated in the early morning plan. Unfortunately, the weather was cloudy. However, thanks to the sun that occasionally peeked out, I was able to see the beautiful sea. I also got to see a sea turtle, and the staff were cheerful and great. However, since there is always a time limit, I would like to choose a plan that allows for a bit more relaxation next time.

今回は早朝プランで参加しました。天気はあいにくの曇天。でも時折見せる太陽のおかげで綺麗な海を見ることができました。ウミガメを見ることも出来て、またスタッフさんも明るく良かったです。ただどうしても時間に限りがあるので、次回はもう少しゆっくりできるプランにしたいと思います。

At the sandbar, the seawater level was up to my calves, which was not what I expected at all. However, the fun we had playing a sort of beach volleyball there has become a wonderful memory. The instructors did a great job of inviting my husband and me, who were having a hard time blending in with the team. At first, I was embarrassed, but gradually my husband and I found ourselves mingling and having a great time with the younger crowd. Thank you very much.

サンドバーでは、少し海水面が、ふくらはぎまであり、決して期待通りではなかったのですが、そこでビーチバレーもどきをした時の楽しさが良き思い出に成っています。あの時なかなかチームに溶け込めずにいた私と夫をインストラクターの人たちがうまく誘ってくださり、初めは恥かしかったのですが、だんだん私も夫も若い人に混ざっていつのまにか騒いでいました。有難うございました。

The weather was nice, and I was worried about the water level for the sound bar, but I was amazed to find it was about ankle-deep. I took a lot of photos. For lunch, we had hamburgers on the boat, and they were delicious! The Japanese female guide was very interesting and a great person, which made the experience even more enjoyable. On the way to the snorkeling point, we were thrilled to see sea turtles and manta rays. There were plenty of fish while snorkeling, and I had a lot of fun. I highly recommend this tour. I would love to go again when I visit Hawaii.

天気も良く、サウンドバーになるか心配していましたが、足首上くらいの水位で、感動しました。
たくさん写真もとりました。
昼は船の上でハンバガー!(^^)!おいしかったです。
日本人のお姉さんガイドもとても面白く良い人でとても楽しめました。
船でシュノーケリングポイントに行く途中にはウミガメ・マンタが見れて感動★
シュノーケリングでも魚がたくさんいて、楽しめました。
このツアーは大変おすすめです。
またハワイに行ったら行きたいと思います。