All Reviews for Baby Friendly (Ages 0-2)

Initially, it was promised that if whales were not seen, re-boarding tickets would be distributed, but most people did not receive the re-boarding tickets. I think it's almost impossible to ride again given the length of stay. From the beginning, they should have suggested a half-price refund if whales were not seen.

最初の約束では、クジラが見れない時は、再乗車券を配布とありましたが、ほとんどの人は再乗車券は受け取りませんでした。だって滞在日数から再度乗車する事は、ほとんど不可能だと思います。最初から、クジラを見れない時は、半額返金などを提案すべきです。

I visited on December 28, 2018. It wasn't as crowded as other comments suggested. It's not very large (about the size of one dome), so one day is enough to explore. Each attraction has specific operating hours, so if you're not there at opening time, you might not be able to do everything. The weather was occasionally drizzly, so I enjoyed it without getting sunburned, and it wasn't too hot or too cold. I signed up for a bodyboard lesson (an additional $10 on-site) with a BBQ included (which had a lot of food), but even so, the price is quite high, comparable to Disney.

2018/12/28に行きました。他のコメントほど混雑はなし。そこまで広くなく(実面積ドーム1個分位)1日で十分回れます。各アトラクション毎でやっている時間が決まっているので、開園時間にいないと全部は出来ないかも。天気がたまにシトシト降る感じだったので、日焼けもなく、暑くもなく、寒くもなく楽しめました。ボディーボード講習(現地で追加すると$10)+BBQ付き(格段に食べれるものが出ます)で申し込みましたが、それでも金額がディズニー並みは割高ですね。

City Lights was very beautiful, and I was able to take lots of wonderful photos. I think it's worth a visit. There aren't many attractions until you reach the city hall, but I thought it would be even more exciting if there were cheerful music and explanations, typical of overseas experiences.

The trolley boarding and alighting spots were a bit confusing, and especially on the way back, there were many lost Japanese tourists. On the way there, it wasn't next to DFS, but at the trolley stop deep inside on the first floor, and on the way back, it was the same place as the bus stop where we got off on the way there.

シティライツは、とっても綺麗で素敵な写真もいっぱい撮れました。行って損はないと思います。市庁舎に着くまでは、特に見所はないのですが、海外らしく陽気な音楽や説明で盛り上げてくれたら、もっとワクワクするのになーと思いました。
トロリーの乗り降りする場所が、少し分かりづらく、特に帰りは迷子の日本人がたくさんいたのですが、行きはDFSの横ではなく、1階の奥のトロリー乗り場で、帰りは行きで降りたバス停と同じ場所でした。

I woke up early and participated. While moving on the boat, we encountered a pod of dolphins several times, and I hurriedly took pictures with my smartphone. Then, with the guide's shout, everyone jumped into the sea at once! When I looked down as instructed, I saw more than 20 dolphins swimming together. It was amazing! After that, we challenged the slide and enjoyed swimming. I'm not a strong swimmer, but I wasn't scared. However, my husband got seasick, which made me a bit lonely. There were also a few others who were feeling unwell. I took two motion sickness pills before going, but while swimming, the waves made me feel a bit nauseous. The taro cheese burger for lunch was delicious! Thank you very much!

朝早く起きて参加してきました。船で移動中にも何度かイルカの群れに遭遇し、慌ててスマホで撮影＾＾そしてガイドさんの掛け声でみんな一斉に海の中へ！下を見て！！と言われ見てみると、20頭以上のイルカが群れになって泳いでました。感激でした！後は滑り台に挑戦したり、泳ぎを楽しんだり。私は泳ぎは得意ではありませんが、怖さはありませんでした。ただ、旦那さんが船酔いしてしまい、少し寂しかったです＾＾他にも何名か気分が悪くなっている方がいました。酔い止めを2錠飲んで行きましたが、泳いでいる際も波にゆらゆら揺れるので、船酔いというか、泳いでいるときに少し気持ち悪くなりました笑
ランチのタロイモのチーズバーガーが美味しかったです！ありがとうございました！！

At the sandbar, I was able to practice snorkeling, which made it smooth to explore underwater afterward. I was able to see two sea turtles in addition to the fish.

サンドバーのところで、シュノーケルの練習ができたので、そのあとのシュノーケルを使っての海中散策がスムーズにでき、魚のほかにウミガメを２匹も見ることができた

Loved the Super Ambassador package! We were always in front on shows & we didn’t have to worry about where to go next because everything is planned out for us by our personal guide. Best part, I got a 5% discount thru my work.

There were no whales.
I feel like crying.
It just turned into a morning cruise.
The scenery was amazing, though.
On the bus back from the dinner cruise, there was a video playing about a guarantee, but what was that about?

クジラいませんでした。
泣きそうです。
ただの朝クルーズとなってしまいました。
景色は最高でしたが。
ディナークルーズの帰りのバスの中で保証付きってビデオ流れていたけどなんなのか?

The meeting point for the trolley bus was hard to find.
I observed from the second floor of the bus.
After seeing the line of people waiting to board, I decided to go back without getting off.
The first floor was full.

トロリーバスの待ち合わせ場所が分かりにくかった。
バスの２階席から見学しました。
現地の乗車待ちの列を見て、降車せずにそのまま帰りました。
1階は満員でした。

It was my first experience at the sandbar. It was somewhat enjoyable. Walking on the sandbar was a bit monotonous. I didn't have any particular complaints. I think those who get seasick definitely need motion sickness medication. I saw some people around me getting sick.

サンドバー初体験でした。
まあまあ楽しかったです。サンドバー歩くのは少し単調でした。
特に不満はありませんでした。
船酔いする人は、酔い止め必須だと思います。
私の回りでも吐いている人がいました。

The weather was not favorable, as it was cloudy and there was a bit of wind, so the scenery was quite different from the photos I had researched beforehand. The sea was cold, and I managed to endure the chill by wearing a wetsuit.

The sea itself was very beautiful because there were sea turtles and fish nearby. The late lunch was also plentiful and delicious, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. I felt it was worth participating, especially since the guides entertained us.

I believe the view would be even more beautiful if the weather is nice and if you go on a morning tour!

天候に恵まれず、曇っていて風も少しあったため、事前調べの写真とはだいぶ異なる景色でした。海は冷たく、ウエットスーツを着てなんとか寒さを凌いだ感じでした。

海自体はとても綺麗でした。なぜなら、すぐ近くにウミガメや魚がいたからです。遅めの昼食も文句なしの量や味で、美味しくいただきました。
ガイドの方々が楽しませてくれたこともあり、参加してよかったと思いました。

天気に恵まれると、そして午前中のツアーだとより綺麗に見えると思います！！

The tour itself was great. Getting to stop at some sightseeing areas and enjoy the PCC was definitely a highlight. Could have spent more time at the Dole Plantation and the PCC. The driver Rob was obnoxious however. He talked non stop very loudly and it was difficult to decifer what was fact and what was BS. He talked non stop about himself and we got to the PCC later than anticipated so had less time there.

It was good my friends and I really enjoyed it. The view was breathtaking & the crew on board were so friendly and helpful. I am a picky eater so the food was alright to me however my friends really enjoyed it. If prone to seasickness, I recommend you take medication before getting onto the boat.

I went on this cruise with my friends as we all met in Hawaii for a little vacation. This dinner cruise was wonderful. We got to see the sunset and the food was delicious however we were just happy to be surrounded by great company and the view. If driving out keep in mind the traffic as it will get busy.

The tour was okay. To begin with the driver did not wait or call us when we were at the hotel. We called the company so many times and they gave us info that the bus is late and then again in 10 minutes one says the bus left us! It was a horrible experience. I would believe they would atleast call us. But even then we tried to ask to meet the driver elsewhere to catch up on the tour and there was a long wait before they could say yes! The dispatcher lady was helpful but then the driver not so much. I didn't like how the driver kept on talking even though the crowd was asleep. Most tours I have been has a guide talking and interacting with you while the driver drives so its more fun but these have the driver drive and speak on microphone which was disappointing! The tour itself was okay because with the better tour guide it could have been much better. Do not miss the Polynesian Cultural Center. Could spend a good half a day there.

The sandbar had a beautiful view that I had never seen before. I was able to see sea turtles, and the drink service on the boat was great.

サンドバーは今まで見たことのない景色でとてもキレイでした。
ウミガメも見ることができ、船内のドリンクサービスも良かったです。

I think the backstage tour before the show was a very valuable experience. We were able to wear the dancers' costumes and take photos, and they shared behind-the-scenes stories mixed with jokes, which made the show ten times more enjoyable. The green room was also a lovely space where you can definitely feel a "special hospitality." Additionally, since our seats were in the front row, we got to shake hands and hug the dancers, Michael, and Elvis, making it an incredibly rewarding show!

ショーが始まる前のバックステージツアーはとても貴重な体験だったと思います。ダンサーの衣装を実際に身につけて写真撮影ができたり、ショーの裏話をジョークを混じえて紹介してくれたりして、おかげでショーが１０倍楽しめました。グリーンルームも素敵な空間で「特別なおもてなし感」を味わえること請け合いです！　また、席が最前列だったのでダンサー、マイケル、エルヴィスと実際に握手したりハグしてもらったりと、それはそれはお得感満載なショーでした！

For dinner, we opted for the buffet since it was around the time we would be eating anyway, and it was pretty much what I expected. In hindsight, I think it might have been nice to join after having something at a restaurant during happy hour. The tables were cramped, there were a lot of people, and waiting in line for the buffet was tiring. The variety of dishes was decent. I tried some things I don't usually eat, like Ahi Poke and Lomilomi Salmon, and they were delicious.

The show started with a Polynesian theme, set around Elvis landing in Hawaii. MJ also made an appearance. Since both of them have passed away, we can't see the real ones, but I enjoyed the American entertainment; the singing and dancing were great. I was satisfied.

I wonder if it was just Elvis and MJ? It would have been nice to see GAGA or Taylor Swift as well. I wish I knew who would be performing and when.

夕食は始まる時間、どっちにしろ食べる時間だろうからということでビュッフェ付きのものにしましたが　まあまあ思っていた通りでした。
どこか レストランのHAPPY HOURで頂いてからの参加でもよかったかな～と今となっては思います。
テーブルも狭いし、人が多いし　ビュッフェなので順番待ちで疲れたな～という感じでした。品数はまあまあでした。Ahi Poke や　Lomilomi Salmon など　普段食べないものがあったので挑戦してみましたが　美味しかったです。

ポリネシアの要素を取り入れ内容で　エルビスがハワイに上陸したという設定でショーが始まります。MJも登場します。
本物は二人とも亡くなっているので見ることはもできませんけど、アメリカのエンターテイメンをたのしめました歌も踊りもよかったです。満足です。

エルビスとMJだけなのでしょうか？GAGAやテイラースイフトなどみれたらよかったのにな～。だれがいつ出るかが分ればいいな～と思います。

The weather worsened, so it was canceled once and then rescheduled for the next day. The staff's response was smooth, which was great.

In reality, there were waves, and the sea was cold, making it tough for families with young children, as the kids seemed scared and cold. It would be better to have an age limit of 10 years and older. Many adults also experienced seasickness.

On my third attempt, I was able to see three groups of mother and baby dolphins. I was really glad to see them.

天候悪化で、一度中止で、翌日に変更してもらいました。スタッフの対応もスムーズで、よかったです。

実際、波があり、海が冷たく、小学生低学年の親子連れは、子供達が怖がったり、寒がったりして、大変そうでした。年齢制限を10歳以上の方がよいですね。船酔いの大人も多かったです。
3度目のチャレンジで、イルカの親子連れに3組見れました。見られて本当によかったです。

Not a wildlife outing as advertised. Mostly just a cruise out and back. Some nice views of diamond head but not what I had thought by the ad.

Our family enjoyed the sunset dinner cruise. Unfortunately it was cloudy so we didn’t have much of a sunset, but like others mentioned you just had to get up and go out on the deck as they don’t make any announcement. The food was okay. Service was great. The entertainment was good as well. But i’m not sure It was worth the money so I probably wouldn’t do it again.

I participated with my two children at the end of December. Since they do not provide transportation to hotels in Waikiki, we rented a car to get there. We drove from the highway towards Waianae and headed north along the coast. I thought it would have been better to eat at one of the fast food places before the harbor. The meeting place was hard to find, and we finally located it after searching with another group of Japanese tourists who had signed up for the same tour. It would be helpful to use the car with the tour company name as a landmark. There were only portable toilets at the harbor. Before boarding the boat, we had to take off our shoes and go barefoot. Drinks and snacks were available for us to enjoy. Everyone in my family took motion sickness medication, but everyone except me got seasick; my 6-year-old got sick and threw up within 30 minutes, and my 9-year-old was knocked out, both of them sleeping for most of the two-hour cruise. While overcoming the rough waves, I felt like I was in the movie Moana... We encountered a pod of dolphins, and the kids perked up at that moment. Two staff members were searching for whales with binoculars, but we ultimately didn’t see any. The view of Waianae from the boat was wonderful, and I felt rejuvenated by Hawaii's nature, but the kids were exhausted, and not seeing any whales made me feel like we didn’t get our money's worth, so I give it two stars. The staff took care of various things, but they had no Japanese language support at all. Since most participants were Japanese, the fast-paced English could be a bit tough for those who are not good at English. We were not given life jackets, and when I requested one for the kids, they were surprised and handed over a type that looked like a guillotine, which was uncomfortable for my child who was already feeling unwell, and in the end, they couldn’t wear it. I had lingering concerns about safety. Plus, the rough waves... that would be unthinkable in Japan. We received a re-try voucher, but it’s quite difficult to re-try this season, and I wish the expiration could be extended to 1-2 years.

12月末に子供2人と参加しました。送迎はワイキキのホテルまではしてくれないとのことでレンタカーして向かいました。ハイウェイからワイアナエ方向に進み海岸沿い北上しました。ハーバー手前に数件ファストフード店ありそこで食べればよかったと思いました。集合場所は分かりにくく同じツアー申し込んだ他の日本人グループと一緒に探してやっと見つけました。ツアー会社名の書いた車目印にするといいです。ハーバーには簡易トイレしかありません。船に乗り込む前に靴を脱ぎ裸足で乗船。飲み物とお菓子はご自由にと置いてありました。家族全員酔い止め飲んでましたが、わたし以外はみんな船酔い、6歳の下の子は30分も経たないうちに酔って吐き、9歳の上の子もノックアウトで二人とも二時間のクルーズ中ほぼ寝てました。荒波乗り越えながら映画のモアナの気分になりました…途中イルカの群れに会い子供もその時だけは起き上がり元気に。スタッフ二人が双眼鏡でクジラ捜索してましたが結局会えずでした。船からのワイアナエの景色は素晴らしく、ハワイの自然に癒されましたが、子供はぐったりでクジラにも会えず、自然のもので仕方ないとはいえ高い費用の元が取れた気がせず星二つ。スタッフは色々ケアしてくれましたが、日本語は全くNGでした。ツアー参加の大半が日本人の中早口の英語で、英語が得意でない場合はちょっと辛いかもです。ライフジャケット渡されず、子供の分を要求したら驚かれ、ギロチンみたいなタイプのを渡されて子供は体調悪い中首締まり苦しく、結局つけれずでした。安全面で不安が残りました。しかも荒波…日本ではあり得ないです。再トライ券もらいましたが、今シーズン再トライはなかなか難しいしせめて期限が１〜２年あればと思いました。

The day before, it was pouring rain, so I was worried about the weather, but it cleared up completely, which was great.
The boat was quite rocky, and I felt a bit nauseous, but I recovered by looking at the scenery and the ocean.
I got to see Diamond Head in all its glory.
From the sea, there were no obstacles, so it was really impressive.
I was able to see some dolphins swimming.
I didn't see any turtles, though.
But it was a valuable experience.
If you get seasick, be careful.

前の日が本気の雨だったんで、天気心配してたんですけど、すっかり晴れて良かったです。
かなり揺れて若干気分が悪くなりましたけど、景色や海を見て治しました。
ダイヤモンドヘッドがどーんと観れました。
海からだと障害物がないから迫力ありました。
イルカ達が泳いでるのを少し観れました。
カメさん達は観れなかった。
でも貴重な経験出来ました。
船酔いする人は気を付けてください。

The flow from village to village with happy and friendly people made us feel happy. We learned so much from the talented performers...The canoe celebration was a treat...so very crowded for viewing, but it was the Christmas holiday break. When I think of the Polynesian Cultural Center, I will smile and remember the villages, the luau and it's good feeling and the fantastic show...Ha. Unforgettable.

We took our 2 girls, 6 and 8. Water was slightly cool and it was windy which made the girls cold but it was fine otherwise. The dolphins were so sweet and playful and the trainers were great and good with our daughters. Definitely worthwhile and much better than sea life park which we have done before as well.

On the day of the event, it was raining heavily and too cold, making it a test of endurance. I would like to suggest establishing certain rules and considering canceling the tour in case of bad weather.

当日は雨がたくさん降っており寒すぎて我慢比べ
大会でした。一定のルールを定め、天候不良の場合
はツアー中止を検討頂きたいです。

Since it was our honeymoon, we decided to go all out and booked the most expensive VIP plan. The location is on the 4th floor of the Royal Hawaiian Center next to the Sheraton Hotel in Waikiki, which is very easy to find. We were supposed to meet at 6 PM, so we arrived about 10 minutes early and showed our voucher at the reception, and they let us in right away.

There were about 15 participants in the VIP course, with 7 of them being Japanese. At 6 PM, we went to the green room… and immediately shook hands and took photos with a Michael look-alike. After that, we enjoyed some light snacks while sipping champagne and relaxing.

About 10 minutes later, the backstage tour began. The explanations were all in English, so I couldn’t understand much. I could catch a few familiar words here and there, but it was mostly just a vague understanding. We also got to wear some props used on stage and take photos.

After the backstage tour, we were guided to the front row seats right in the center of the stage, and the meal started. The menu included lobster, steak, dessert, and one premium cocktail of your choice. We were seated around 6:50 PM, and since there was an hour until the show started, we could enjoy our meal at a leisurely pace. However, due to the Christmas crowd, the food took a while to come out… I didn’t have high expectations for the taste, and it was about what I expected.

At 8 PM, the show started. It began with Hawaiian songs and dances, creating a welcoming atmosphere, and then Elvis and Michael came out, which got everyone excited. The singing was really impressive!! Although it seemed difficult for them to hit Michael's high notes… Even if you didn’t know the songs, there were plenty of entertaining performances to enjoy.

We got to shake hands and received fresh flower leis, and there were surprises throughout the show… The general seating area also had random interactions like handshakes, but I was glad we chose the VIP course for this experience. Especially, the backup dancers were amazing!! They were so close that I could see each dancer's expressions and subtle movements, and the energy was incredible!! I’ve seen free dance performances at shopping centers, but this was on a whole different level.

The finale was a fire show, which was also very impressive! I thought, “Are they really going that far?” as they performed dangerous and exhilarating dances. After that, they introduced the cast and wrapped up the show.

After the show, we took commemorative photos with the cast and looked at the exhibits. Since it was Christmas, there was even a Santa wearing an aloha shirt. By this time, it was around 9:20 PM, and thanks to the temporary olioli trolley running for the year-end, we were able to return to the hotel quickly.

Even after returning to Japan, I want to see that powerful dance again! Photos were allowed, but it was really disappointing that video recording was prohibited. Putting the food aside, if I go to Hawaii again, I will definitely book this show again.

ハネムーンだし豪華にいこうと一番お高いVIPプランで予約。
場所はワイキキのシェラトンホテル隣のロイヤルハワイアンセンターの4階でとても行きやすくわかりやすいです。18時集合だったので10分前くらいに行って受付でバウチャーを表示したらすぐに通してくれました。

VIPコースの参加者は15人程で、日本人は7名。18時になりグリーンルームへ…すぐさまマイケルのそっくりさんと握手し写真。その後はシャンパンを飲みながら軽食を頂き、くつろがせて頂きました。
10分程して今度はステージ裏ツアーが始まりました。全て英語での説明だったので何を言っているかわかりません。知ってる単語がたまに出たりニュアンスでなんとな〜くわかる程度でした。実際にステージで使う小道具などを装着して写真撮影もしてくれました。

裏を回った後はステージ前のど真ん中、一番手前の席に案内され食事スタート。
内容はロブスター、ステーキ、デザートと、選べるプレミアムカクテル一杯。席に案内されたのが18時50分くらいで、ショーが始まるまで１時間あるのでゆっくり食事が出来ます。しかしクリスマスで人が多いせいか料理が出てくるのが遅く…味もあまり期待はしてませんでしたがまぁこんなものかという感じでした。

20時になりショースタート。
初めはハワイの歌や踊りで歓迎ムード満載、その後エルビスやマイケルが出てきて大盛り上がり。歌がかなり上手い！！さすがにマイケルの高い声は厳しいようでしたが…。
歌がわからなくても、観客を楽しませる演出盛りだくさんです。
握手したり生花のレイを貰えたり、サプライズがあったり…一般席の方もランダムで握手などしていましたが、ここらへんはVIPコースにして良かったなと思いました。
特に、バックダンサーの踊りがすごい！！とにかく近いので、ダンサー一人一人の表情や細かい動き、振動もすぐ側で感じられて、とても大迫力でした！！ショッピングセンターで無料のダンス等見ましたが、それとはレベルが違います。

ラストはファイヤーショーでこれまた大迫力！え、そこまでするの！？とデンジャラスで疾走感ある踊りを見せてくれました。その後キャストの紹介をして終了です。

終了後はキャストと記念撮影したり展示を見たり、クリスマスなのでアロハシャツを着たサンタもいました。この時点で21時20分くらい、年末でolioliトロリーの臨時便が走っていた為すぐにホテルまで帰ることができました。

日本に帰ってきても、あの迫力ある踊りをまた見たくなります！写真はOKですが動画撮影禁止なのがすごく残念。料理は置いといて、次ハワイに行くことがあれば間違いなくこのショーを予約します。

Weather was rainy and chilly. As a result we were crowded in a small area with a roof for the entire afternoon. Tried snorkeling at the sand bar, saw nothing and it was very cold. Too cold to snorkel at the second spot. Burgers were good and the staff were nice. Bottom line is they should have canceled the trip and refunded our money. They even charged us for drinks!! It was by far, the worst boat experience I have ever had. They should be ashamed of themselves!!!!!!

I had a great time sliding and falling on a rare four-person float in Japan, screaming with excitement! I went with my middle school son and my daughter who is in upper elementary school, and we all had plenty of fun. They only sell hot dogs or hamburgers over there, so it was a good decision to choose the barbecue plan. There was a covered eating area where grilled chicken, beef and rice, and salad were laid out buffet-style, and we could help ourselves freely.

日本では珍しい4人乗りの浮き輪で滑ったり落ちたり、絶叫して楽しめました！中学生の息子と小学校高学年の娘と行きましたが十分楽しめます。向こうではホットドッグかハンバーガーしか売ってないので、バーベキュー付きプランにして正解でした。屋根の付いた食べる場所で、予めグリルしたチキン、ビーフとライス、サラダがビュッフェスタイルで並んでいて自由に取れます。

I participated with appetizers. I was able to relax while drinking alcohol. Since I was drinking, the appetizers were enough for me.

アペタイザーで参加しました
お酒を飲んで、ゆったり出来ました。
お酒を飲むのでアペタイザーで十分でした。

It was my first time visiting Hawaii, and I had a valuable experience learning about the culture of the Polynesian region, including the Hawaiian Islands. It was a trip with my mother, who is 60 years old, and I was glad I signed up since she was also very satisfied with the experience.
However, this plan includes a tour with morning sightseeing, which means it involves group activities from morning until night, and we might get tired midway.
Also, the lunch and dinner buffet was honestly a bit disappointing...

The final night show at the Polynesian Cultural Center was truly amazing, especially the fire dance, which was nothing short of bravo!!

はじめてのハワイ観光でしたが、ハワイ諸島を含むポリネシア圏の文化を学ぶ貴重な体験をさせていただきました。60になる母と2人の旅行でしたが、母も大満足の体験となったことで申し込んで良かったと思いました。
ただ、このプランは午前中の観光のついたツアーになっていますが、これは朝から晩まで団体行動となり、中盤でバテてしまうかもしれません。
また、ランチ＆ディナービュッフェは正直微妙でした。。。

ポリネシアカルチャーセンターの最後のナイトショーは本当に最高で、とりわけファイヤーダンスについては、ブラボーとしか言いようがないです！！