Reviewed by: Paul Ewen
Beautiful views of Honolulu at night from the ocean, lovely food, and great, friendly atmosphere from beginning to end.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/28 |
Reviewed by: いろは
I was able to smoothly change my reservation from a regular cruise to the vow renewal plan. I took a taxi to the port with plenty of time to spare. If I had arrived earlier, I might have been able to wait in a cooler spot, but it wasn't too hot waiting in the shade. My family coordinated our outfits, which felt a bit embarrassing at first, but once we boarded, everyone was dressed up, so it felt normal after a while. The ship is divided into levels based on the plan you booked, and you attach a sticker from the ticket you receive during check-in to your clothing. Before departure, we enjoyed a hula performance at the port. The boarding process was smooth, and our table was already assigned. The staff member in charge of our table introduced themselves in a friendly manner. The meal was a crab plan, and they brought the dishes to our table in order, starting with the appetizers. We could freely order sparkling wine and juice. We were guided for photo opportunities at our seats, and they took commemorative photos that were delivered to us before disembarking.
Since it was a vow renewal plan, the staff member guided us to a location closer to the ship's owner via the elevator. They were considerate even during the short waiting times. The ceremony was held with the busy captain, and although it was a small ceremony, it was quite lively. They even took photos with my smartphone, resulting in many embarrassing pictures. While some may choose to have their vow renewal in a wedding venue, I feel that choosing this option was a great decision, considering the cost performance.
After the ceremony, when we returned to our seats, there was a mountain of crab on the table. The hula show performed right in front of us in the aisle was breathtaking. On Fridays, you can watch fireworks from the deck. Everyone is there for that, so the deck gets very crowded. It's a good idea to prepare your mobile phone (with Wi-Fi) to avoid getting separated from your group.
Disembarkation was late, and the bus stop operated by the travel agency was far away, so I definitely recommend taking a taxi. Walking downtown by mistake is good for sobering up, but...
It became a wonderful memory.
普通のクルーズから、バウリニューアルプランへの申し込み変更もスムーズにできました。
時間に余裕をもってタクシーで港へ。もっと早ければ涼しい場所で待機できたかもしれませんが、日陰で待機でもそんなに暑くありません。家族で衣装をそろえて、少し照れくさい感じでしたが、乗船すると皆さんドレッシーなので途中からは違和感なしでした。船は、申し込んだプランごとに階層が分かれており、乗船手続きの時にもらえるチケットのシールを衣服に貼り付けます。出向前に港でフラ。乗船の案内もスムーズで、船内のテーブルは決まっています。テーブル担当の方が気さくに自己紹介。食事はカニのプランでしたが、前菜から順にテーブルに持ってきてくれます。発泡ワインやジュースを自由に頼めます。席での写真撮影を案内され、記念写真を撮影してもらえ、それは下船前に届けてくます。
バウリニューアルプランなので、ご案内の担当の方と一緒にエレベーターで船主に近い場所へ。ちょっとした待ち時間も案内係の方が気遣ってくれます。忙しいキャプテンとともにセレモニー。こぢんまりとしたセレモニーですが、十分盛り上がります。こちらのスマホで写真撮影もしてくださり、恥ずかしい写真がたくさんできあがりました。結婚式場みたいなところでバウリニューアルをなさる方もあるかと思いますが、コストパフォーマンスも含めて、これを選んでよかったと感じています。
セレモニーが終わって、席に戻るとテーブルにカニがテンコ盛り。席の通路、すぐ間近で次々と披露されるフラショーは圧巻です。金曜日は甲板で花火を見ることができます。みんなそれ目当てなので甲板はとても混雑します。仲間とはぐれないように携帯電話(Wi-Fi)がつながるように準備しておくといいです。
下船は遅い時間となり、旅行会社運営のバスの停留所までは遠いので、絶対タクシー利用をお勧めします。間違ってダウンタウンを歩くのは酔い覚ましにはいいですが。。。
とてもいい思い出になりました。
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| Packages: | 【2023年12月30日まで】カジュアル!1スターディナー |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Jacky Daniels
My boyfriend and I went to Chiefs Luau and it was such a fun night. We are so happy we chose the Royal Package because we were in the very first row, got 3 complimentary drinks, and were first in line for the buffet. The food was really good, my favorite was the kalua pork and poi. The "chief" was hilarious and very talented. This show had performances/dances of cultures from all over Polynesia so it was really cool to see all of their differences. It was very engaging and family-oriented, the fire-knife performance was my favorite. One thing to note is to bring bug-spray! There were mosquitoes since the luau is located at a waterpark. I would highly recommend Chief's luau to anyone!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/16 |
Reviewed by: Australian
The best dinner and entertainment cruise I been on
anywhere in the world
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| Packages: | Admiral's Package: 7-Course Dinner, Jazz & Fireworks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/04 |
Reviewed by: Kathleen and Rob
This tour was one of the best parts of our trip. We are huge fans of the show. We loved walking through the McGarrett House (Bayer Estate). It made the trip extra special! IWhen we watch the show now, we always see locations we went to on the tour. Our tour guide was so awesome and knowledgeable. He had so many stories and informatiiom about the show and Hawaii!
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| Packages: | Lunch at McGarrett's |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/09 |
Reviewed by: I dont remembrer
We had a special day and were well accompanied. We were happy and very well received. The day was full of surprises. We have high expectations and we were satisfied.
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| Packages: | Lunch at McGarrett's |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/25 |
Reviewed by: Happy tourist
Was great fun and more than we expected. Our guide was informative about so much more than just the Five-0 show. It was a great introduction to Hawaii and I have recommended the tour to other family members and friends. We were even lucky enough to see some filming on location.
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| Packages: | Lunch at McGarrett's |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/02 |
Reviewed by: Cathy Cavanaugh
Highly recommend the Vow Renewal package! The experience was wonderful from start to finish. The ship is beautiful and staff was so welcoming. We were escorted to our table in the elegant dinning room. Our table was by the window, but every seat has a great view. The package includes cocktails and there are many to choose from. Food was excellent and the presentation was lovely. Service was outstanding! And the vow renewal by the Captain was really, really meaningful. He did a great job and we loved him. They even took photos for us with our phone. (Note: We unfortunately left without taking care of a tip for the Captain and photographer....they really deserved a tip so we are mailing it in.) It was a bit windy so the water got a little choppy. If motion sickness is an issue for you, suggest taking a non-drowsy or ginger-based motion sickness pill before you board. Also, parking was very easy in the gated lot - which is across the street from the Old Spaghetti Factory. We arrived almost an hour early for the cruise, there was plenty of space in the lot, and we had a drink at the Old Spaghetti Factory (a 30 second walk to the ship). Definitely a deluxe experience!
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| Packages: | Vow Renewal & Five Star Luxury Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Bill
It was a great sunset (as almost all are in Hawaii) meeting some new friends and having some fun with a lively crew. Would recommend for family entertainment as well as enjoyable for 'just the two' of you. It was great to have the pre-boarding show and get to meet some of the crew/cast. The food was good and the crew took very good care of of all.
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/07 |
Reviewed by: Mike
This is a great, fun tour for groups and solo travelers alike. The staff is super friendly and helpful, going out of their way to make sure your experience is top notch. The diver propulsion vehicles are an extra bonus that no other tour operator offers that set apart Trident Adventures from others. Will definitely do again upon my next visit to Oahu.
So glad you had an awesome time! Thanks for joining us and we look forward to seeing you on your next visit to Oahu.
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| Packages: | [7:00 AM] 3-Hour Standard Morning Snorkeling Adventure |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/23 |
Reviewed by: Emi P.
It’s an experiential luau that families with small children and couples can all enjoy, and my family had a fantastic time! Before the show started, there were activities like fire-starting and making headbands using banana leaves, which kept the audience engaged. They celebrated guests who were there for special occasions on stage, danced with the audience, and above all, the chief's stories were very entertaining, making us laugh from the bottom of our stomachs multiple times! The food and Mai Tai cocktails were also very delicious.
The final fire knife dance was impressive! My 2-year-old son watched intently without blinking!
Definitely experience Chief's Luau! The chief and the crew will surely entertain you!!!
小さいお子様連れの家族、カップル、全ての方が楽しめる体験型ルアウで、私達家族もめいいっぱい楽しませていただきました!ショーが始まる前に火起こしやバナナリーフを使用したヘッドバンド作り体験等があり、観客を飽きさせないような構成になっています。記念日で来ている観客をステージでお祝いしたり、観客とのダンス、また、何よりもチーフの話がとても面白く、途中何度もお腹の底から笑わせていただきました!食事やマイタイカクテルもとても美味しかったです。
最後のファイヤーナイフダンスは見応えありです!私の2歳になる息子も瞬きせずにしっかりと観ていました!
チーフスルアウ、是非、体験して下さい!チーフとクルーがきっと楽しませてくれます!!!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/22 |
Reviewed by: Alaskans
This cruise was a highlight of our trip. We spent our 34th anniversary with delicious food, wonderful music and great company. we had our own private table but had wonderful people sitting next to ours. The live music was relaxing and entertaining throughout the dinner. Our waitress was very courteous and helpful. We hope to spend another anniversary in the future on the Star of Honolulu!! Quyana - Mahalo - thank you.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/17 |
Reviewed by: まさくん
It was a very peaceful tour, and I think there’s a chance to encounter whales, but I was satisfied to see them clearly! The food was also very delicious. If I had to say something, I wish I had known in advance how far we would be from the whales, as it felt a bit too far.
とても穏やかなツアーで鯨に出会える確率もあるとは思いますが、しっかりと鯨を見させて頂けて満足!料理もとても美味しくて良かった
しいて言うなら、鯨に近づける距離は事前に解っていたらなーって ちょいと遠過ぎる気がした
Thank you very much for participating in the whale watching tour. We are truly delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cruise. Your feedback will be helpful for our future improvements. Thank you once again.
この度は鯨ウォチングに参加していただきありがとうございました。クルーズを楽しんでいただけたようで、心よりうれしく感じております。ご意見は、今後の改善に役立たせて頂きます。本当にありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ+カルチャー体験<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/30 |
Reviewed by: The Garza’s
What an experience!! Great food, entertainment and I think we got the best server!! Darian was amazing! Would do it again!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/15 |
Reviewed by: Ashton
This is my third Luau that I have been to so far and this one is by far my favorite! The crew is so nice and attentive and I loved how Chief Sielu is so family oriented. He made several points to bring guests on stage and include them in the show and they even had a special moment for two children through the Make A Wish Foundation that were there which was so sweet!
You are entertained all night long whether it's by the dancing, the Chief's jokes or the amazing fire dancers. I would also highly recommend the Royal package, we had great seats up front and were one of the first in line for the buffet.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/18 |
Reviewed by: Emi P.
I went with the Royal experience with my husband and 2 year old son. It was the first time Luau as a family. We absolutely loved it!!! The chief was very funny, and the show had a lot of audience engagements when the chief and his crews welcome audience up on the stage for dance and couple anniversaries. Food was very good and of course, the Mai Tai was amazingly tasty! Also, the activities before the show were really fun!!! My 2 year old son loved watching dances especially the last fire dance! He did not blink at all! I would totally recommend to everyone who has not experienced Luau but also to who wants more family oriented Luau experience.
Thank you, Chief and the crews for amazing Luau experience!!!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/15 |
Reviewed by: サクラサク
Upon entering the restaurant, I received a cute headpiece that made me feel like a princess. We were also served a bottle of sparkling wine and enjoyed various cocktails. The food was delicious as well. We were able to enjoy live music and Hawaiian dance too. It became a wonderful memory for New Year's Eve!
レストランに入るとかわいいかぶり物を頂き,気持ちはお姫様気分,スパークリングワインもボトルでサービスされ,他にカクテルも楽しみました。お料理も美味しかったです。ライブ演奏,またハワイアンダンスも楽しめました。
年越しの良い思い出になりました!
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed it. Please come again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
お楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非またお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/09 |
Reviewed by: a-chan
Chief's Luau was such a fun experience. The chief was such a funny person and made me laugh the entire time during the luau. The show was very intriguing, the Chief likes to have the audience take part in the show which made the experience personal. The weather was great the day I went so there was no rain at all which helped make the experience more enjoyable. The food was okay it wasn't something extraordinary but it was still good. My favorite part of the luau was when the chief had a special segment where he recognizes couples on their honeymoon and couples who have been married for a long time. The chief also helped someone propose to his love. He really acknowledges family and makes sure that everyone has a good time while they are at the luau. I would definitely recommend this luau to families and couples.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/11/04 |
Reviewed by: MsTravelGal
They say to shoot for the stars...so why not go for as many stars as you can? Now that I've been on the three star and the five star dining options, I can honestly say that the five star is worth the extra money. Both dining options were enjoyable and both exceeded my expectations. The quality of the food and service were excellent on both cruises, but I preferred the extra elegance of the five star. From the private welcome reception with the captain on the upper deck, to the live Jazz music, and the less crowded dining room, the five star was truly a luxurious experience.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/27 |
Reviewed by: Ashton
I would definitely recommend the Five Star package if you're having trouble deciding which package to choose from! It was such a nice evening filled with an amazing meal, lovely live music and a great view of the sunset. This is definitely more of an elegant feel compared to the Three Star package if you're looking for something a little more upscale. You really can't go wrong with either one though, both are very nice and the food was exceptional on both!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/26 |
Reviewed by: Ms.Ems
My third time at the Luau and they never fail to impress me!
Family is very important to me, values, and life lessons, and every time I see their show, I always feel inspired and this time, I decided to bring my husband with me so he can experience the same. Chief's life story is so touching, and I love how he shares it with the guests. As always, Chief is very entertaining from the beginning to end, always full of laughers! The Polynesian Show, and the fire knife dance, superb!! Incomparable! Aaahhhmazing!!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Linda Grubbs
Everything about our sunset cruise was first rate. From the excellent staff to amazing food . An evening I sill never forget.
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| Packages: | Vow Renewal & Five Star Luxury Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/23 |
Reviewed by: Kaz
My son wanted to see an authentic fire show, so we participated for the first time.
There were many foreign guests. The bus guide's high-energy talk was in English, and it was enjoyable.
The entire show was well-structured, combining experience, participation, and viewing, and we had a great time. If the food had been a bit tastier, it would have received a "perfect!" rating.
息子が本場の炎のショーを見たいとのことで、
はじめて参加しました。
外国人のお客さんが多かったです。
バスガイドさんのハイテンショントークは
英語でしたが楽しかったです。
ショー全体も、体験~参加~観賞と
上手く構成されていて、十分楽しめました。
ごはんがもう少し美味しければ
『最高でした!』評価でした。
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| Packages: | 【家族割キャンペーン】基本プラン<サイドまたは後方席> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/29 |
Reviewed by: ちろる
I went in February.
I was very satisfied to see many whales.
It became a good memory.
It was difficult to take photos, but it was fun.
2月に行きました。
たくさんのクジラを見ることができて大満足でした。
良い思い出になりました。
写真を撮るのは難しかったですが、楽しかったです。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed seeing many whales. Please do come again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
たくさんのクジラをお楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非またお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Yawn
Two premium drinks per person. This includes iced tea. "Premium" iced tea? Is the premium that it comes with ice?
Adult beverages are stupidly expensive.
We were much farther from the fireworks than I had hoped.
They lived up the the letter of their advertisement. They don't go beyond that.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/09 |
Reviewed by: MsTravelGal
I highly recommend this dinner cruise! This cruise is unique in that it’s a formal dinner, a sunset cruise, and a luau all wrapped up into one delicious and entertaining evening. I’m vegan and always skeptical of trying vegan options, but this dinner far exceeded my expectations. The jazz band did not disappoint either. Good music goes a long way in my book, so I can easily say the saxophonist was actually my favorite part of the evening. The band happened to play one of my favorite songs and it made my day, the icing on the cake.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Tina
Very entertaining show; we had a great time! Wonderful dancers!
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/24 |
Reviewed by: かっちゃん
I was able to experience various activities, and the show was fun and enjoyable! It was a program that the whole family could enjoy, regardless of age. I would like to participate again next time!
色々な体験も出来て
ショーも楽しく良かったです!
年齢関係なく、家族で楽しめるプログラムでした、又次回も参加したいです!
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| Packages: | 【家族割キャンペーン】基本プラン<サイドまたは後方席> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/29 |
Reviewed by: Kevin
It was a perfect night on the ocean as it was my wife’s Birthday so I decided to take her on the dinner cruise every thing was perfect , from the Lady and crew who picked us up from the hotel to the cruise staff ,food was great service was great and entertainment was fantastic I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a great night out
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/20 |
Reviewed by: Mike
Best dive company on Oahu without a doubt! I wish I could dive everyday with these guys. Incredibly friendly and knowledgeable crew, top-notch gear, a luxurious dive boat and they are on the west side where the best diving on the island is! They really go above and beyond to ensure you have an excellent experience both above and below water. Our guide, Drew, was awesome. He was extremely attentive and pointed out countless different types of marine life that most divers would pass right by without even noticing. After diving, the crew cut up a fresh pineapple and sprinkled li hing powder on it, which was a perfect post-dive snack. I will definitely be back!
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| Posted on: | 2019/08/07 |
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Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly delighted that you enjoyed the vow renewal plan. We also appreciate the helpful feedback and suggestions you provided. Our entire staff is committed to continuous improvement. Thank you very much.
この度はスターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうござました。ヴァウリニューアルプランを満喫して頂き、心から嬉しく感じております。また、役に立つご意見や参考を沢山頂きありがとうございます。今後も改善に向けスタッフ一同努力を惜しまない所存です。本当にありがとうございました。