All Reviews for Baby Friendly (Ages 0-2)

We participated with two adults and children aged 2 and 0. The shuttle bus accommodated our stroller, and we arrived at the departure port. Since it was early in the morning, we bought some bread to eat after boarding. The ship was wheelchair accessible, making it easy to move around with the stroller.

After we set sail, there was an announcement that whales could be seen. We spotted whales jumping and spouting water several times. It seemed like it was raining a bit in the distance, and we were lucky enough to see a double rainbow, capturing both the rainbow and the whales in photos, which made us feel very fortunate.

大人2人 2歳0歳の子連れで参加しました。
送迎車にはベビーカーも積んでもらい、出発港に到着しました。
朝早かったため、パンを買っておき乗船後に食べました。船内はバリアフリーになっているためベビーカーでの移動も楽々でした。

出航してからしばらくしてクジラが見えるとのアナウンスがありました。
ジャンプしたり潮を吹くくじらが何度も見えました。遠くで少し雨が降っていたのか、ダブルレインボーも見られ、虹とくじらが同時に写真におさめられ、とてもラッキーな気持ちになりました。

I participated on Valentine's Day, February 14.
The weather forecast had predicted rain and even thunderstorms.
However, on the day itself, although it was quite cloudy, I was able to see many whales.
Right after the boat set out, I was lucky enough to see a big rainbow in the distance, the first one of this trip.
It was windy and cold, but I desperately filmed videos.
There were quite a few baby whales.
They seemed to be jumping with all their might, which was adorable.
If the weather had been nice, I would have seen the most beautiful scenery, but overall, I was satisfied.
Like me, most people were watching from the top deck, but actually, viewing from around the second deck might have been better because it was closer.

参加したのは2/14バレンタインデー。
ずっと天気予報は雨、更に雷マーク。
でも当日は雲が多めだったものの、沢山の鯨を見る事が出来ました。
船が出て直ぐに、今回の旅で初めての遠くにかかる大きな虹まで見られてラッキー。
風が強くて寒かったものの、必死に動画撮影しました。
ベイビー鯨が多めでした。
一所懸命にジャンプしているようで可愛かった。
もしお天気が良かったなら最高に美しい景色が見られたはずでしたが、概ね満足。
私もそうでしたが、皆さんも最上階で見ている方が殆どでしたが、実は2階辺りで見るのが距離が近くて良かったかも？

activity instructions were not clear as there are 2 Outrigger hotels on Waikiki beach- maybe that can be made clear for future bookings.

safety instructions were good and snorkelling excellent with 2 helpers in the water to show where the turtles and fish were and keep you in the area. Waves were picking up when we left and I'm not a good sailor, so I didnt have any snacks or drinks . Sails were raised and all the crew were very good for the sail around the harbour.

I saw it two years ago, and this time I watched it from the Diamond Seat. As expected from a Hilton show, the level of the dancers was high, and my whole family was very satisfied. However, I'm concerned about what would happen if it started to rain heavily, although it was just a light rain this time and it stopped quickly.

2年前にも見ましたが、今回もダイヤモンドシートで見ました。やはりヒルトンのショウだけあって、ダンサーのレベルも高く、家族全員大満足でした。ただし心配なのは今回は小雨ですぐやんだので大丈夫でしたが、途中で大雨になったらどうなるのかな？？

The pickup arrangements at the hotel were poor, and it took a long time to get on the bus.

Whether or not you can see whales really depends on luck...

This time, I was able to see the back and tail fins about two or three times. I think it was more impressive from the bottom deck?

A friend who participated on a different day mentioned that they missed seeing a whale because there was an announcement while they were eating, so that's something to take personal responsibility for. There are plans that include meals and various experiences, but it really depends on what you want to focus on.

ホテルでのピックアップの段取りが悪く、なかなかバスに乗れなかった
クジラが見える見れないは本当に運しだいなので。。。

今回は2～３回背中と尾ひれが見れました。
一番下のデッキで見たほうが迫力あったかな？

別の日に参加した知人は食事をしている途中にクジラ発見のアナウンスがあり見逃してしまったと言っていたので、そこらへんは自己責任ということで。
食事や、各種体験付きのプランありますが、どこに主眼を置くかってところですね。

There is a dock about an hour from the hotel by shuttle bus, where we take a boat to the sandbar.

The area where the boat arrives at the sandbar was about waist-deep, but in some places, it was shallow enough to reach just below the knees.

While the sand did not emerge above the water's surface, the view was absolutely stunning! It felt surreal to walk in the middle of the ocean.

As soon as we arrived, we were able to see sea turtles swimming near the anchored boats, and during snorkeling, we saw sea turtles resting on the coral and many fish.

The staff spoke Japanese and made the experience very enjoyable.

I’m really glad I participated in the tour.

One thing to note is that this activity is weather-dependent. I participated in February, which is not only the rainy season but also when the water can feel cold. If it’s not sunny, the view may not be as breathtaking. Additionally, the UV rays are strong.

I recommend applying sunscreen, wearing a rash guard, bringing a slightly larger towel to dry off after getting out of the boat, and bringing something like a hoodie to wear.

送迎バスでホテルから1時間ほどのところに船着き場があり、船でサンドバーに向かいます。

サンドバーは、船が到着する場所は腰ぐらいの深さでしたが、場所によっては膝下ぐらいまでになるところもあります。

砂が水面から顔を出すことはありませんでしたが、大絶景！です。
海の真ん中を歩く非日常感。

停泊している船の近くを泳ぐウミガメを到着してすぐに見ることができ、シュノーケリングでは海底のサンゴの上で休んでいるウミガメとたくさんの魚を見ることができました。

スタッフさんは日本語で盛上げてくれるのでとても楽しい時間が過ごせました。

ツアーに参加して本当に良かったです。

注意点としては、天候に左右されるアクティビティであることです。
2月に参加していますが、この時期は雨季であるばかりでなく、海に入ると寒く感じます。
晴れていない時は大絶景とまではいかないかもしれません。
そして、紫外線は強いです。

日焼け止めを塗り、ラッシュガードを着用することと、船から上がったら体をしっかり拭くことができるように少し大きめのタオルを用意すること、パーカー等の羽織る物を持参することをおすすめします。

Whale watching with my parents! The sea was a bit chilly with some wind, but we were able to see whales about three times. Besides the whales, we also enjoyed views of Waikiki and Diamond Head from the ocean, making it a wonderful memory!

両親を連れてのホエールウォッチング！
海は風があり少し寒めでしたが、
クジラは3度ほど見れました
クジラ以外にも海からワイキキ、ダイヤモンドヘッドが見れて良い思い出になりました！！

We boarded the boat as a family of four with our 2-year-old and 11-month-old baby! We were excited and a bit nervous wondering if we would see whales, but we enjoyed exploring the boat and taking in the scenery without getting bored. Since it was the rainy season in February, it was a bit chilly, so warm clothing was necessary.

The staff were wonderful; they played with the kids and smiled at them, gave us paper caps as gifts, and showed us videos and photos of whales and dolphins they had filmed in the past. They were very kind to the children.

As for the whales, we were able to see the spouting whales, their backs, and tails! When we saw them, everyone cheered, and it was more moving than we expected! I want to go again when the kids are older.

2歳児と11ヶ月の赤ちゃんをつれて家族4人で乗船しました！
クジラ、見れるかな〜〜とドキドキワクワクしながらも、船の中を散策したり、景色を楽しんだり、飽きることなく楽しめました。
２月の雨季の時期だったので肌寒かったので防寒具は必要でした。
スタッフのかたも子供たちをみるとみんな笑顔で遊んでくれたり、紙製のキャップをプレゼントしてくれたり、過去に自分たちが撮影したクジラやイルカの群れの動画や写真などを見せてくれて、子供たちにとても優しかったです。

肝心のクジラですが、潮吹きークジラの背中や尾びれ、見れました！
みれた瞬間はみんな大歓声で、思ったよりも感動しました！！
子供たちが大きくなったらもう一度見に行きたいと思います。

I thought it would be difficult to catch it due to timing, and that turned out to be true. I'm glad I was able to see a bit of it towards the end. I appreciate the crew for their efforts.

なかなかタイミングが合わないと見れないと思っていたがその通りでした。終盤に少し見れたのでよかったです。クルーの方々には感謝したします。

The optional tour we had planned was suddenly canceled due to bad weather, so we made a last-minute reservation to participate that morning. The sea was very pleasant, and we enjoyed the beautiful scenery. After a while, we encountered a mother whale and her calf, along with a pod of dolphins! They were very close, and we could hear the sounds they made when they spouted water. They stayed near the surface for a long time, allowing us to watch them for quite a while, which was incredibly moving! While the whale was diving, we enjoyed watching the dolphins jump, making for a very fulfilling experience.

予定していたオプショナルツアーが天候不良により急遽中止になってしまったため、当日朝に予約しての参加でした。
海上はとても気持ち良くキレイな景色を楽しめました。
しばらく船を進めるとくじらの親子とイルカの群れに出会える事が出来ました！
とっても近かったので、潮をふく時の音も良く聞こえ、海面付近にずっといてくれたので長い時間見ている事が出来てとても感激しました！
くじらが潜っている間はイルカのジャンプを楽しめ、とても充実した時間でした。

The meeting place was easy to find♪
It was my first time snorkeling in Hawaii♪♪
I got to see sea turtles, and the time after snorkeling became a wonderful memory. I want to participate again♪
My waterproof camera was a big help✧‧˚

集合場所も分かりやすかったです♪
初めてのハワイでのシュノーケリングでした♪♪
ウミガメも見れて、シュノーケリングの後の時間もとてもいい思い出になりました。また参加したいです♪
防水カメラが大活躍でした✧‧˚

I was able to see whales a few times, and the view from the ocean near Waikiki and Diamond Head was amazing. The top observation deck is great, but the lower level had fewer people and might have been even better.

鯨が何回か見れて、ワイキキやダイアモンドヘッドの海上からの眺めは最高でした。一番上の展望デッキもよいけれど、下の階も人が少なくよりよかったかも。

The weather was nice, and I was glad to be able to see whales.

Even though it's always summer in Hawaii, the sea was cold in February. I wore warm clothing and a hood, so I managed to stay comfortable. It's necessary to prepare for the cold.

I quickly realized that whales were visible thanks to the announcements from the guide and captain.

The whales that appeared repeatedly flapped their tails, almost as if they were waving.

天気も良くて、クジラも見ることが出来て良かったです。

常夏のハワイとは言え、2月の海上は寒かったです。
防寒着を着てフードを被っていたので、どうにか快適に過ごすことが出来ました。
寒さ対策は必要です。

ガイドや船長のアナウンスでクジラが見えた事は直ぐに分かりました。

現れたクジラはテールフラップを何度も繰り返してくれて、まるで手を振っているようにも感じました。

I participated in February, which is winter and the rainy season in Hawaii. Although the wind felt a bit chilly, the weather was pleasant and enjoyable. Our shuttle bus driver, Pete, had a friendly and relaxing talk in Japanese that made the ride to the port fun from the start.

My partner, who has had ear surgery in the past, was a bit scared of the water, but the supportive staff and the variety of activities helped ease those worries. They explained that the boat would sway due to the wind, and they sold anti-nausea products for those who didn't bring medication or couldn't take it. We purchased some, and they worked very well for us. On our return flight, the plane was quite bumpy, and many people felt nauseous, but thanks to the anti-nausea products we bought, we were fine. It turned out to be a surprisingly good purchase (it's a good idea to bring cash in dollars if you plan to buy).

Once on the boat, our Japanese guide, Izumi, began her explanation. Izumi's explanations were excellent, clearly outlining what to do and what not to do, which was very impressive. We were excited to be there, but she emphasized the importance of following proper etiquette, not putting ourselves in danger, and not enduring discomfort if we felt unwell. She also mentioned that touching sea turtles incurs a fine of 350,000 yen. It was truly educational, as she provided explanations not found in the guidebook about protecting the environment for future visits.

The captain also tried to keep the boat steady and moved slowly. After about 20 minutes on the boat, we arrived at the planned beach location. Unfortunately, it wasn't a beach, but the shallow waters were calm and very beautiful.

We chose not to participate in snorkeling and instead enjoyed activities on the sandy bottom. The staff was engaging and made it easy to communicate any needs or issues.

Moreover, two sea turtles came close to us!

A cool foreign staff member took photos for us.

We enjoyed a delicious buffet lunch on the boat, which was filling and a lot of fun!

From start to finish, it was an exciting and enjoyable experience! Thank you to all the staff.

Thank you, Hawaii! I want to participate again.

ハワイでは真冬で雨季の2月に参加しました。
やや風が冷たく感じましたが、それも気持ちよく感じるような良いお天気でした。
お迎えバスのピートさんのトークは緊張をほぐしてくれるフレンドリーな日本語トークで朝から楽しく港まで到着しました。
過去に耳鼻の手術を受けている相方さんは、水に潜れなくはないのですが、少々水が怖いので楽しめるか心配だったのですが、そんな心配を吹き飛ばしてくれるスタッフの皆さんのサポーティプな対応と、アクティビティの豊富さでした。
風があるので船が揺れるから船酔いや、波酔いの説明があり、薬を持ってこなかった人や飲めない人用に酔い止めグッズを販売してくれてます。私たちは購入しました。
私たちにはとても効果がありこの日の酔い止め効果も抜群でしたが、帰国の飛行機がかなり揺れて酔ってる人が多かったのですが、購入した酔い止めグッズを使用して酔わずに済みました。思わぬ良い買い物までできました。(購入するなら現金ドルを持って行くといいですよ)

船に乗ると日本人ガイドのIzumiさんの説明が始まります。Izumiさんの説明が秀逸でしっかりと良いこと、ダメなことをわかりやすく教えてくれて感動ものです。
私たちは楽しみにここに来ていること。
でも、楽しむためにはしっかりとマナーを守り、自分を危険に晒さないことはもちろん、具合悪かったら我慢しないことや、海ガメに触ると罰金35万円かかることなど。また次も気持ちよく参加ように環境を守る。ことのガイドブックには載っていない説明など本当に勉強になりました。

キャプテンもできるだけ揺れないようにゆっくりと船を走らせてくれました。船に乗ること20分くらいでビーチ予定の場所に到着。
残念ながらビーチにはなってませんでしたが、浅瀬で波も穏やかなのでとっても綺麗でした。

シュノーケリングには参加せず砂地でアクティビティを楽しむ方を選びました。
スタッフのみなさんが楽しくもりあげてくれて、いつでも必要なものや困りごとを伝えられる状態になってます。

しかも、海ガメさんたちが2匹も寄ってきてくれました。

写真もスタッフの外国人のカッコいいお兄さんが撮ってくれました。

船上で食べるブッフェランチもお腹いっぱい美味しく食べて、最高に楽しかったです！

最初から最後までずっと楽しくワクワクでした！
スタッフのみなさんありがとうございました。

ありがとう、ハワイ！
また参加したいです。

At first, I was a bit discouraged when I saw the full down dive and it didn't come back after 10 minutes, but when another whale appeared and I witnessed it slapping its tail multiple times, I was so moved that tears came to my eyes! I'm really glad I participated.

初めはフルークダウンダイブする姿を見て、10分過ぎても出てこず、少し諦めていましたが、もう一頭のくじらが出現し、何度もテールスラップする姿を見たときは感動して涙が出て来ました！
本当に参加してよかったです。

The ship was fine, but the trip was disappointing, since we didn't see any whales. We did the trip in the second half of January in 2018.

It was cold, but beautiful! I think I could have enjoyed it even more if it were summer. I'm very satisfied because I got to see a sea turtle.

寒かったけど、キレイだった！
夏だともっと思い切って遊べたのかもと思う。
ウミガメとも会えたからとても満足です。

We enjoyed the Dinner cruise very much.The food and entertainment were great.Right from the transport pick up everything very well organised.It was a beautiful evening and lovely to see Waikiki from the oceon,I also saw a Whale jump right out of the water for the first time.

We took the 12 pm tour and boarded the catamaran from the beach. It only took 10 minutes to motor out to the snorkel site so it was not far from shore. There were 3-4 other boats with groups in the same area but there was plenty of space. We snorkeled until everyone had returned to the boat. Then the crew raised the sail and we had a great time coasting over the beautiful blue water, returning just inside of the 3 hour advertised time. Free snacks (chips, granola bars) were provided and you could buy drinks.

The crew were funny, friendly, and gave clear instructions. They kept watch over us during the snorkel. They regularly checked up on each guest after the snorkel to make sure everyone was comfortable. I wear glasses, and have a -5.25 prescription. They had prescription goggles on board that were -6.0 and I was able to see so clearly without my glasses! We saw a group of spinner dolphins on the way out, and I saw 5 different sea turtles below us during the snorkel. Several of them surfaced to breathe close by which was amazing! We saw a baby octopus, and lot of beautiful fish. The crew member in the water with us was good to caution people to give the turtles their space which was important.

Advice: you are barefoot to board the boat and on the boat, and you store your bag and shoes in cubby holes on board. It's good to bring a sun shirt so your back doesn't burn. You do get cold while snorkeling, but less so if you keep moving. Bring a towel and warm clothes to wear after if you tend to get cold. Hats will fly away easily so you need one with a draw string. They provide sunscreen if you forget your own. I took gravol before the trip, so I'm not sure if I needed it!

I could only see it from a distance. It was disappointing that they didn't accept American Express cards for purchasing onboard commemorative photos.

遠くに見えたくらいです。
船内記念写真の購入では、ｱﾒｯｸｽカードの取扱いがないのは残念でした。

I previously went on the Angel Sea Tour and had a great experience, so this time I invited my friend's family to join. They were also very happy, and I was pleased that the Japanese female guide remembered me. The tour included lunch, and I think it's a great deal.

以前、天使の海ツアーに行きとても良かったので、今回は友人家族を誘って参加しました。　友人家族も大変喜んでおり、ガイドの日本人女性が私を覚えていてくれて、これも嬉しかったです。　ランチも付いてのツアーで、格安だと思います。

I sent an urgent email because I might not be able to go due to sudden circumstances, and I was very grateful for the quick response. It was relatively uncrowded, and I was able to create wonderful memories. However, it was disappointing that there were many attractions that were not operating.

急遽の都合で行けなくなるかもしれないことになってしまうということで緊急のメールを送ったところ、迅速に対応していただきとても助かりました。比較的空いていてとても良い思い出作りができました。ただやっていないアトラクションが多かったのが残念でした。

There were few visitors, so we were able to enjoy various attractions with almost no wait time. It was a bit disappointing that a couple of attractions were closed. The place was smaller than I had imagined, but there were thrilling attractions, and we had a lot of fun going on them multiple times. The weather was a bit chilly, so three hours was more than enough. Perhaps because there were few visitors, the staff was sparse, and the atmosphere felt similar to that of a community pool. The food at the concession stand had large portions, so sharing one was more than enough.

来客数も少なく、色々なアトラクションは待ち時間ほとんどなく楽しめました。閉まっているアトラクションも2.3個あったのが少し残念でした。
想像していたよりもこぢんまりとした所でしたが、スリリングなアトラクションもあり何度もいってみたりと、たっぷり楽しめました。
天候も肌寒かったので、3時間もあれば十分でした。来客数が少ないからか、店員さんもまばらな感じで対応も市民プールくらいの雰囲気でし
た。
売店の食事は、量が多かったので、１つをシェアしても十分でした。

I booked this tour back around August of 2018 for a February 2019 trip. The original date was supposed to be Sunday morning on their first tour; however, they reached out to us on Saturday morning to notify us rescheduling might be required, as the island was going to be hit with an extremely severe storm over the weekend. Sure enough, Sunday morning came, and it was determined the waters were too unstable to enjoy a safe snorkeling experience. We were able to re-book to Monday afternoon, with the hopes the waters would mellow out and clear up by then. We arrived at the meeting spot, and right as we were about to disembark, we were notified the waters were still too dangerous. We were then given the option to either reschedule, or go sail with them for an hour or so, and get a refund on the snorkeling portion. Given we were leaving the following day, we were unfortunately unable to reschedule, and opted for the sailing. The captain, Ryan, and the rest of the crew were all wonderful, and made it a memorable experience. We were out sailing for around an hour and a half, and the views were breathtaking. They also provided everyone a few free drinks to help make up for the inconvenience, and the free snacks provided were much appreciated. While we never got to enjoy the snorkeling itself, I can vouch for the company and their customer service. Thank you for turning lemons to lemonade! Also, in February it was a bit chilly, so I would recommend a light jacket, and definitely sunglasses :)

This was my ninth trip to Hawaii, but it was my first time traveling in February, so I made a reservation. I was able to see both whales and dolphins, and the view of Waikiki from the boat was incredibly beautiful, creating wonderful memories.

９回目のハワイでしたが、２月に旅行が初めてだったので、予約しました。
クジラもイルカも見れて、また船からのワイキキもすごく綺麗に見れて
思い出になりました。

When the weather is nice, you can clearly see Waikiki and Diamond Head, which feels great. At first, I couldn't see anything at all and almost gave up, but they finally appeared towards the end. However, while I did see whales, they were far away, so it wasn't as impressive as what you see in the brochures; it was more like, "Is that it?" Well, since it was a large ship, I didn't experience any seasickness, so I think that was a good thing.

天気が良いとワイキキやダイヤモンドベッドがクッキリと見えて気分が良いかと。最初は全然見えなくて諦めかけましたが、最後の方でやっと現れました。でも、確かにクジラは見えたけど遠かったので、パンフにあるような迫力ではなく、あれか、という感じです。まあ、大型船なので船酔いもなかったので、良かったかなと思います。

The ship was large and there was little rocking. However, it was a bit disappointing that I could only see the whale briefly as it moved from starboard to port. But since I did see it, I hope to see more next time. I was able to take photos of the dolphins.

船が大きくて揺れも少なかったです。
ただクジラが現れてから右舷、左舷と移動していたら
少ししか見えなかったのは残念です。
でも見えたので次回はもっと見たいですね。
イルカは写真撮れました。

The backstage tour is truly a VIP experience. The "green room" pass handed out at check-in, the table code, the table napkins, and the survey forms are all green.

The term "green room" is said to have originated from Elvis Presley, who kept many plants in his dressing room for his throat.

Upon entering, I was guided to the green room where I was surprised by a welcome from Michael Jackson! I even got to take a photo with him. I enjoyed welcome champagne and snacks while chatting with a hula dancer.

After a while, the manager came to guide us. We walked through a hallway with the performers' schedules posted and finally headed to the stage.

I could see the audience dining through a thin curtain. They showed us how to change the stage lighting and change colors, and explained that the performers enter and exit through a stretch curtain. It was a space unlike anything I had ever seen.

Backstage, there were many costumes for quick changes. They explained that each performer has to change in a very short time, which conveyed the difficulty of their work. I got to wear a large headdress for Tahitian dance. It was so big that I discovered I had to maintain my balance while dancing.

I was so impressed when I saw this show about two years ago that I decided to take the backstage tour this time. Seeing a world I didn't know made me feel closer to the performers, and I enjoyed it even more than last time.

The behind-the-scenes of the stage is a world you can't see in everyday life. I had a truly wonderful time.

バックステージツアーは、とにかく　VIP待遇です。チェックインの時に渡される　「グリーンルーム」のパス、テーブルコードも　テーブルナプキンも　アンケート用紙も　グリーン。

「グリーンルーム」とは、エルビスプレスリーが　喉のために植物を沢山置いていた楽屋にちなんで　楽屋のことをそう呼ぶようになったのだそうです。

真っ先に入場すると　グリーンルームに案内されマイケルジャクソンの歓迎！にはビックリしました。一緒に写真を撮ってもらいました。
ウェルカムシャンパンとつまみを　フラダンサーとお話ししながら頂きました。

しばらくすると　マネージャーが案内のために来てくれました。演者のスケジュールが貼られた廊下を通り　いよいよステージへ。

薄い幕越しに食事中の客席が見えます。ステージのライティングの指示をして　色を変えて見せてくれたり　演者の出入り幕がストレッチであることを教えてくれたり　見たことのない空間でした。

舞台袖には　早変わり用の衣装が沢山置いてあります。それを　各々が自分で本当に短い時間で変えなければならないと説明してくれて　出演者の大変さが　伝わってきました。タヒチアンダンスの大きな髪飾りを被らせてもらいました。大変大きいので　バランスをとりながら踊らなければならないという新しい発見もありました。

2年程前にこのショーを観て　とても感激したので　今回はバックステージツアーにしました。知らない世界を見て　演者さんとの距離が縮まったような気がして　前回以上に楽しむことが出来ました。

ステージの裏側は、日常では見ることの出来ない世界です。とても素晴らしい時間を過ごさせてもらいました。

**[Experience Review]**
I participated at the end of January, having seen reviews beforehand, and thought, "If I get to see it, that would be lucky☆". As the reviews said, I couldn't see it, but since it was raining until the boat departed, there was a rainbow throughout the tour. Once we got out to sea, there wasn't a single cloud in the sky, and we were able to see a very magical rainbow (and it was a double rainbow! Plus, it was huge!) against the blue sky and vast ocean. Personally, since I got to see the rainbow, I found it quite enjoyable (laughs).

**[What I Liked About This Tour]**
The breakfast was more delicious than I expected. There were bread, white rice, scrambled eggs, sausages, and more... I thought it was very Japanese-friendly with ketchup and soy sauce available.

**[Advice for Future Participants]**
I recommend boarding the boat as soon as possible after getting off the bus. The window seats are popular, so everyone was vying for them. They take your picture before boarding and come around to sell it during the trip. I don't remember the exact amount, but it seemed to be around $20 to $30. By the way, we prepared a tip before disembarking, but there was no tip box, and we didn't have a chance to meet the staff or captain when getting off, so there was no timing to give it.

【実際に体験した感想】
1月末に参加しましたが先に口コミを見ており
「見れたらラッキー☆」くらいで参加しました。
口コミ通り見ることは出来ませんでしたが
船の出発まで雨が降っていたこともありツアー中ずっと虹が出ており
沖まで行けば雲一つない快晴でしたので青い空と広大な海に
とても幻想的な虹（しかも２重！そしてデカい！）が見れました。
私的には虹が見れたので、まぁまぁ楽しかったです（笑）


【このツアーで気に入ったところ】
思っていた以上に朝食が美味しかったです。
パン・白ご飯・スクランブルエッグ・ソーセージなど・・・
ケチャップやしょうゆもあり日本人好みだな～と思いました。


【これから参加する人へのアドバイス】
バスから降りたあとはなるべく早めに乗船することをオススメします。
やはり窓際の席は人気があるためみなさん取り合いでした。
乗船前に写真を撮ってくださり乗船中に売りに来てくれます。
はっきりとした金額は覚えてませんが20ドル～30ドルくらいだったような。
ちなみに私たちはチップを用意して下船しましたが
チップを入れる箱もなく下船の際にスタッフやキャプテンとも
顔を合わせることがなかったため渡すタイミングがありませんでした。

During the first half of the cruise, I was able to see whales in the distance from the top deck, although they appeared small. While I was having lunch on the first floor, a whale suddenly appeared much closer. I've heard that whale watching can be a matter of luck, but I think we were definitely lucky that day. The scenery was breathtaking, and the buffet and cultural experiences were great as well.

クルーズ前半は最上階からクジラが遠くに小さくですが何度も見れました。そして一階でランチを食べていたら、突然クジラが大きく見えました。ホエールウォッチングは運不運があると聞きますが、その日はきっと運が良かったのだと思います。景色も最高の眺めでしたし、ビュッフェや文化体験も良かったです。