Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Totally Worth It!

Reviewed by: Melissa S

What a great time! We went with a group of 6 for my birthday and had an amazing time. We splurged for the delux, front row seating, and were placed right next to the stage, with lei greeting, drink tickets, great table service and perfect views.
We took part in the huki lau, the games, the imu ceremony, got our pictures taken with the royalty, my husband even got me on stage to hula! The food was amazing and the show was really great.
This was the 2nd visit for my husband and I, the first for our friends and everyone agreed it was totally worth it, a great time, and we will certainly come back again and again!

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Paradise Cove is Paradise!

Reviewed by: Sharon

Great food(and plenty of it) coupled with fabulous hospitality and activities made this a night to remember. I would recommend Paradise Cove to anyone.

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乗馬体験(0.5～2時間)　2歳から参加OKの子供向けコースやサンセット、貸切ランチ付きなど選べるコースで広大な牧場を満喫！＜ガンストック牧場／現地集合＞

It was interesting. おもしろかった

Reviewed by: くっきー

Overall, it was fun to run a lot, but my butt got chafed and hurt.

ともかく、たくさん走れて面白かったがお尻がすれて痛かった。

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Fun way to spend an evening

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

The food was delicious, the drinks were awesome (thanks CoCo!) and the atmosphere was really festive. The activities were truly enjoyable. The crowd got into everything from the net casting to the dancing. Watching the sunset was very cool. Loved it!

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Trip #2

Reviewed by: Missy

Despite the fact that the bus was VERY late to pick us up, the luau was great. This was our second time attending and it was just as good if not better than last year!

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Drinks on the beach.....

Reviewed by: the ancasters

We are a family of six, ages 16, 18, 20, 22, 48, and 49. This is one of the best Luaus. There are all kind of activities befor the dinner which was entertaining and fun. The food was great and the service was awsome. We enjoyed the whole evening. Thank you for the wonderful time. And the bus-ride was so fun. great employees.

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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Fantastic for the whole family

Reviewed by: Kevin

This was fantastic - recommended by friends, enjoyed by us parents and the teenagers.

The dinner was great, with foods I've never heard of living in the lower 48. The shows are well done, and very unique.

I've never seen anything like it, and if I have the opportunity, I will certainly return.

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Good cultural luau

Reviewed by: Biochembelle

Transportation was convenient and our guide Trina made the trip entertaining. At the luau, they were very organized in dividing the guests into their seating areas. The crafts during free time and the staff assisting were excellent, though an hour wasn't enough time to get to all of the crafts. Dinner was very tasty, especially the kalua pork. As a previous reviewer has mentioned on this site, the drink coupons are valid only for certain drinks, but premium drinks can be purchased for an additional $3-7, depending on the drink and size. Please note it is a cash only bar. The bar was not well staffed, but the tour guides would fetch drinks for the guests, so at least we didn't have to stand in long lines. The bartenders were free with the quantities of alcohol going into the drinks. The dancing show was good, but I have seen better, particularly at the Polynesian Cultural Center. However, the PCC does not serve alcohol or caffeine. Also, this was the only time during our week stay on Oa

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great

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

definitely an excellent experience. everyone was very friendly, the food was good and the entertainment was excellent. follow the advice on bringing a jumper though, most of the women were quite chilly because of the steady breeze.

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乗馬体験(0.5～2時間)　2歳から参加OKの子供向けコースやサンセット、貸切ランチ付きなど選べるコースで広大な牧場を満喫！＜ガンストック牧場／現地集合＞

Horseback riding in Hawaii! Galloping (canter) is okay at Gunstock Ranch (suitable for experienced riders). ハワイで乗馬！駈け足（駈歩）ＯＫの（ガンストック牧場・経験者向き）

Reviewed by: TAKA&MAMI

The first ride of 2009 was on January 2 at Gunstock Ranch on Oahu. We drove from Waikiki via H1 → R63 → R83 heading north, passed the Polynesian Cultural Center, and just a few minutes further on the left, we saw the sign for Gunstock Ranch. It takes a little over an hour from Waikiki. On the way, we stopped by Cloverleaf Ranch. Two summers ago, my family of four, including the kids, had our first trekking ride there, which made it a memorable ranch for us. After that, my husband and I started attending lessons at the riding club Crane, where we experience ups and downs in a small arena while practicing canter.

Oahu has a couple of beginner-friendly trekking options, but Gunstock Ranch offers an advanced trail ride, which we eagerly signed up for. Due to poor conditions from the rain the day before, we were suggested to switch to a safer scenic ride. However, after discussing our riding experience with our young and cute guide Stephanie, who had a wonderful smile, we were allowed to canter in a safe area. TAKA had just ridden 15 kilometers along the coastline at Frontier Riding Club in Hokkaido last fall. However, for MAMI, who was on her first outdoor ride, it started with a trot, but by the second and third times, she was able to do a more dynamic canter, which was a thrilling experience compared to the small arena.

The group that rode before us consisted of a mix of three and two people, and it seemed they were trekking at a beginner's pace. They likely make efforts to accommodate as many requests as possible for the riding tour based on group composition and negotiations. I am especially grateful to Stephanie, our guide this time!

2009年の初乗りは1月2日オアフ島のガンストック牧場でした。ワイキキからレンタカーでH1→R63→R83と経由北上し、ポリネシアンカルチャーセンターを過ぎさらに北上、5分も行かないところに左手にガンストック牧場の看板があります。ワイキキから１時間ちょっとってとこでしょうか。行きに途中クロレア牧場に立ち寄りました。2年前の夏、子供たちとともに家族4人で初トレッキング常歩乗馬し、乗馬にはまった記念すべき牧場です。その後、乗馬クラブのクレインに夫婦で通い狭い馬場で駈歩のレッスンに一喜一憂しています。オアフの乗馬ツアーは初心者向けのポコポコトレッキングは２~３ありますが、ガンストック牧場はアドバンスド・トレイル・ライドがあり勇んで申し込みました。前日の雨による悪コンディションのため、安全なシーニック･ライドへの変更を提案されましたが、とっても若くてキュートで笑顔の素敵な女性ガイドのステファニーに乗馬経験を話し、セーフティーな場所でキャンター（駈歩）ＯＫってことになりました。TAKAは昨秋北海道のフロンティア乗馬クラブで海岸線を15キロ走ってきたところです。しかし初外乗のMAMIは最初トロット（速歩）でしたが、２回目３回目とどんどんダイナミックなキャンターが出て狭い馬場との違いに感動充実の時間となりました。私たちの前の時間に乗馬したグループは３＋２人の２組の混合でしたが、ビギナーのペースでのトレッキングだったようです。グループ編成と交渉次第で可能な限りの希望通りの乗馬ツアーの実現に努力してくれるのでしょう。とくに今回ガイドをしてくれたステファニーには大感謝ですっ♪

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Nice visit

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Nice time

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乗馬体験(0.5～2時間)　2歳から参加OKの子供向けコースやサンセット、貸切ランチ付きなど選べるコースで広大な牧場を満喫！＜ガンストック牧場／現地集合＞

Amazing!! 最高！！

Reviewed by: おきゃん

On Christmas Day, the only place where horseback riding was available was Gunstock Ranch. Although the prices were elevated for the holiday, considering the Christian culture, it was quite appreciated.

There was no shuttle service from the hotel, so we rented a car with a navigation system and challenged ourselves to drive on the right side for the first time. The navigation guided us to our destination without any issues when we entered the address, and by being mindful of the central lane always being on the left, we found that driving wasn't too different from Japan. (I felt it was convenient to have the postal code handy since the navigation I used didn't have a search function by phone number, etc.)

Now, regarding the horseback riding, besides our family of four, there were also four family members from California and two couples participating.

The owner of Gunstock Ranch led the way, with his wife at the midpoint and his daughter (around elementary school age) bringing up the rear as we set off.

It was the first time for my husband, daughter, and son to ride horses, but there were no issues at all. The very smart horses followed commands for right, left, and gallop, taking us along nicely.

While it's common to see guides leading horses in enclosed areas, riding through the great outdoors while enjoying the scenery was truly delightful.

All instructions were in English, but they were easy to understand. We had a lot of fun participating.

I highly recommend it!

クリスマスの25日に唯一、乗馬が可能だったのがガンストック牧場でした。クリスマス料金になっていたのでコストパフォーマンスが良いとはいえませんでしたが、クリスチャンのお国柄を考えれば、ありがたいことしきりです。

ホテルとの送迎はありませんので、ナビ付きレンタカーを借り、初めての右側車線にもチャレンジ。
ナビは、住所の入力で目的地まで問題なく案内してくれましたし、常に左側に中央車線があることを意識して運転をすると、以外と日本と変わらずに運転ができます。
（ナビの利用には、郵便番号を控えておくと便利だと感じました。私が利用したナビは、電話番号などでの検索機能がなかったので･･･）

さて、肝心の乗馬ですが、私たち４人家族以外にも、４名のカリフォルニアから来た家族と、２名のカップルが参加していました。

ガンストック牧場のご主人が先導し、中間地点に奥さん、そして一番後ろには、娘さん（小学校中学年ぐらい）が付いて出発です。

主人、娘、息子は馬に乗るのは初めてでしたが、何の問題もなく、とても賢い馬は、右・左・ギャロップなどの指示に従ってちゃんと私たちを乗せてくれました。

柵の中で、管理者が引き馬をしてくれるケースはよく見ますが、大自然の中、景色を楽しみながらのお散歩乗馬、とても気持ちが良かったです。

説明は全て英語ですが、十分に聞き取りは可能です。
楽しく参加することができました。

お勧めですよ♪

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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Awesome!!!!

Reviewed by: subdendu

Nothing is more fun than this show on Hawaii. Loved it completely, excellent arrangements, very good timings for each show so that you will not miss a single one, excellent staffs and lastly superb shows..kudos to them.
If you have time, also take the temple trip and visit the church.

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伝統ルアウ＆ハワイアンショー「パラダイス・コーブ 」開放的なオーシャンフロントで本場の雰囲気を味わえるショーやサンセット鑑賞＜現地集合可／コオリナ・リゾート内＞

I see. なーるほど。

Reviewed by: AKEMI

From the moment we got on the bus, we felt like we were in America! The two of us, a pair of middle-aged women, were entering a different world. Even though we didn't understand the language, we were in high spirits.

We were able to chat with a lawyer family from California, and everyone around us was very friendly. We were completely satisfied with everything! I think it's more enjoyable than being in a place with only Japanese people. I highly recommend it to everyone. With just a little courage and guts, it was really great!

バスに乗った時点から　気分はアメリカ~ン。私達おばさん二人組は　別世界へ突入。言葉はわからなくても　ハイテンションモード。
カリフォルニアからいらしてた弁護士一家とも　お話できて
周りの皆さんたちも　とてもフレンドリー。すべて大満足！！
日本人ばかりのところより　楽しめるとおもいます。皆さんにおすすめです。　少しの勇気と度胸でとても　良かったです。

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Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Paradise Cove Luau

Reviewed by: Evva Morgan

We had a great time. The village was fun to visit. The staff was great. The performance of the Hula Dancers were terrific. We were seated with people who we did not know, but had lovely conversation and enjoyed ourselves. If you find you're not going to have a good time, then "bring your own good time" That's my philosophy. So our time here was fantastic.

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伝統ルアウ＆ハワイアンショー「パラダイス・コーブ 」開放的なオーシャンフロントで本場の雰囲気を味わえるショーやサンセット鑑賞＜現地集合可／コオリナ・リゾート内＞

An eye-opening experience in Hawaii. 目からウロコのハワイ体験

Reviewed by: nemonemo

ALOHA!
I see. Just like the reviews from experienced travelers said, my wife and I were the only Japanese tourists.
No matter if I looked to the right or the left, it felt like I was in the West!
The guide on the BUS was chatting away. It was so fast that I couldn't keep up with the interpretation.

Moreover, since we went on the same day we arrived, my brain wasn't in English mode and I was sleepy...

I feel like both my wife and I were mostly asleep while moving on the BUS. I think I occasionally woke up and said "TOW" or something.
The BUS number was 2.

Before the stage started, there were various performances happening here and there, but with my sleepy head, I couldn't really understand what was going on.

However, these activities were fine even without understanding the language.
They were peeling coconuts with stakes stuck in the ground, climbing coconut trees, and doing hula lessons.

The stage show during dinner was wonderful.
At one point, it got dark, and I thought, "Oh, is it already over? They can't just turn off the lights, can they?" But that was just the beginning.
There was a fire dance and amazing lighting effects, and I had a great time.

The roots of HAWAIIAN culture can be understood through the dance and costumes, tracing back from Southeast Asia to Micronesia, Polynesia, and then to the Hawaiian Islands.
It was a great learning experience.

MAHALO! Soon to be 60, nemonemo.

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ナルホド。経験者の口コミ通り、日本人観光客はワタクシメと家内の二人だけでした。
右を向いても左を見ても、欧米かっ！って感じでした。
ＢＵＳの中で、しゃべりまくるガイドのオネーサン。
早すぎて、通訳が間に合いませんでした。

しかも、到着したその日に行ったので、頭が英語の脳になってないのと、眠いのと・・・。

ワタクシメも家内も、ＢＵＳで移動中は殆んど、寝てたような気がします。
時々目覚めてＴＯＷとか言ってた様な気がします。
ＢＵＳの車番が２号車なんですが。

ステージが始まる前にアチコチで、いろんなパフォーマンスをやる訳ですが、寝ぼけの頭ではなんだか判らなくって。

でも、これらは、言葉が通じなくても平気ですねぇ。
椰子の実を、地面にさした杭で剥いたり、椰子の木の早登り
をやったり、ｈｕｌａのレッスンをやってたり。

食事中のステージのショーも素敵でした。
途中で、暗くなったんで、アレ、もう終りかヨ。照明を消すことはネェじゃねぇかよ。って思ってたら、ソレからが本番
ファイアーダンスが有ったり、素晴しい照明効果で、充分たのしんだんです。

ＨＡＷＡＩＩＡＮのルーツは、東南アジアからミクロネシアポリネシアそしてハワイ諸島ってのが、ダンスと衣装でわかります。
いいお勉強になりましたよ。

ＭＡＨＡＬＯ！　　　間も無く還暦のｎｅｍｏｎｅｍｏ

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Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Paradise Cove Luau

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

I have been to Luau's before (on Maui and on Oahu) and was disappointed with this one. It was so "commercial" and lacking in the real feel of island music and culture. I suppose it was way bigger than any other I had been to so the sheer numbers make it a logistical problem.
I like to see something more genuine than that.
I had been to the Polynesian Cultural Centre and consider that they covered what I was looking for in a much more genuine mannner. That sort of concert material combined with a "real" cooking of food in the earth would have been better. There was not even any steam as the food was taken out of the "earth oven" - an anticlimax.

Our bus tour driver was dreadful but the staff at the actual site were brilliant. Overall though a disappointment.

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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Half day tour

Reviewed by: Don

Was not a full half day tour. Not enough time to see most attractions. Dinner and show only. Upgrade to prime rib/seafood buffet does not include luau setting. Shell lei was not as good as a flowered lei and no rememberance picture taken. Food and show were excellant.

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Luau-Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous

Very nice, but would have been nice to have our meal and THEN enjoy entertainment (singing, dancing) as it took too long and didn't allow anytime to visit the villages for anyone who may have finished their meal and want to see the center more than the canoe ride. Horizons was awesome!

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

Excellent Dinner Cruise!!!

Reviewed by: Mr. Seaguy

Took my wife on the 3 star and had a great time! Our waiter was a super waiter ... the food was fancy and tasty and the entertainment was fun. The best part is going up to the top deck and watching the sun go down. You will never see a more beautiful sunset!

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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Great Tour

Reviewed by: Lisa B.

This was great and well worth the money. I would have liked to stay longer in a couple of areas and there were some activities that we didn't get to do because of time. I would suggest taking snacks or packing a picnic as you really didn't have time to buy a lunch. At a couple of the attractions you were offered ice cream to buy, but not anything more substantial. Both the dinner entertainment and the Polynesian show after dinner were awesome. Going back a 2nd time, I would go on my own and wander.

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Paradise Cove Luau Nov. 13, 2008

Reviewed by: Brooke, from Kansas

What an awesome luau! It was our first time to Oahu, and our first time to a luau, and we highly recommend going to Paradise Cove!
The hostess on board our bus (#6) was funny and engaged the crowd. The events leading up to the meal, and show were quite entertaining, and the drinks from the bar were YUMMY!!
I made a bracelet from fresh flowers and TI leaves, and I even got a tattoo.
The show was AMAZING, and the food was quite good, too! We only chose the basic package, with 2 drinks, shell leis, and buffet seating, and were really happy with everything! Buy the photo they take when you arrive...great souvenir!
Can't wait to come back when my kids are a little older - we will definitely bring the family to
Paradise Cove next time!!

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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

AMAZING!

Reviewed by: LizFerguson

My family and I absolutely loved visiting the Polynesian Cultural Center while in Oahu. I highly recommend spending the extra money and getting the Ambassador All day package. You will get a very personal tour guide (we had Diliana and she was awesome!) of all the Polynesian villages. My husband gets bored pretty easily and not ONCE did he get restless during the entire day. You are kept well entertained and learn a lot about the Polynesian cultures. The luau and the food was great, and the Night Show was fantastic! Very high energy and entertaining. I highly recommend visiting the PCC !

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Pure enjoyment

Reviewed by: Lisa B

Despite the drizzly weather, this was a blast. Met lots of new people. The entertainment was all really good. Our tour guide was very funny and kept us entertained on the way out and back.

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伝統ルアウ＆ハワイアンショー「パラダイス・コーブ 」開放的なオーシャンフロントで本場の雰囲気を味わえるショーやサンセット鑑賞＜現地集合可／コオリナ・リゾート内＞

Translation is not available because the original text is unclear. 無題

Reviewed by: hiromana

I was amazed from start to finish. I wish I could have enjoyed it more if I understood English... I definitely want to go again on my next trip to Hawaii.

最初から最後まで驚きっぱなしでした。英語がわかればもっと楽しめたのに．．．。次のハワイ旅行でも必ず行こうと思いました。

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Hilton Waikiki Starlight Luau with Fire Dancers, Hula Show & Dinner Buffet

Every one loved it.

Reviewed by: Kiki

We went with 4 couples and had a blast at this luau. The luau grounds is beautiful - the lagoon is such a nice touch and different than other luau's we have been to previous years. The food is excellent - and the entertainment is incredible. Thank you for the perfect ending to our Hawaiian Vacation!

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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Great Day of Fun

Reviewed by: Dan & Brenda

We loved going to the Polynesian Cultural Center. Our guide "Cousin Gumbo" was very personable and informative. The day started very nice but we did have rain showers. We didn't let that stop us from enjoying everything. We didn't get to go on the canoe ride because of the rain. Next time maybe we will be able to.
We did do fun activities and learned about the different islands and cultures. The luau was very nice and we enjoyed the different foods. The show was fantastic. We do plan to go again and visit area's of the center we didn't get to see. Would recommend for all ages.

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

Truly a 5-star night!

Reviewed by: brenton ishihara

Amazing service, food, music, ambiance ... the entire night was brilliant. My friends and I found this experience totally worth the money and we highly recommend it!

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Paradise Cove Luau

Reviewed by: Michael Sloat

This was easy to book online, ahead of the trip time. The luau was a lot of fun!

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乗馬体験(0.5～2時間)　2歳から参加OKの子供向けコースやサンセット、貸切ランチ付きなど選べるコースで広大な牧場を満喫！＜ガンストック牧場／現地集合＞

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Reviewed by: H.IKEDA

We are a couple over sixty, and this was our second time participating, following last year. We were able to extend the canter longer than last year, which made it even more enjoyable. Both instructors were kind and attentive. We definitely plan to participate again next time.

私たちは還暦を過ぎた夫婦ですが、去年に続いて2度目の参加でした。去年よりキャンターを長くすることが出来ましたので、より楽しかったです。二人のインストラクターも親切で、丁寧に対応してくれました。
次回も是非、参加しようと思っています。

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