Reviewed by: ともちゃん
I was really looking forward to this tour because it promised that we would definitely see dolphins... and we encountered a pod of dolphins about 4 to 5 times!! When we dropped into the sea at a dolphin spotting location and floated for a while, a few dolphins came over... The guide said, "Dolphins here!" and we could even hear the dolphins' sounds. It was just amazing!!
After that, we moved by boat to a spot where we could see lots of fish and enjoyed snorkeling. When I held out some bread, the little yellow fish came right up to eat it. It felt like being in a natural aquarium, and we also enjoyed kayaking, making it accessible for a wide range of ages. There were actually little kids, pregnant women, and grandfathers participating with their grandchildren! For those who are not confident swimmers, the staff is there to support you, so there's absolutely no need to worry. You really shouldn't miss this; it's an incredible experience!
イルカに必ず会えるとのことで、とっても楽しみにしていたツアーでしたが・・・イルカの群れに4~5回は遭遇できました!!
イルカに出会えるスポットで海にチャポンと落ちて、しばらく海に漂っていたところ、イルカが数頭でやってきて・・・ガイドさんが「イルカここぉぉ~」と教えてくれます。キューキューとイルカの声まで聞こえましたよ。もう感激です!!
その後はまた船で移動して、魚がいっぱい見られるスポットでのシュノーケリングを楽しみました。手にパンを持つと、黄色いお魚さんがパクパク食べにくるんですよ。天然の水族館に癒され、カヤックも楽しめたりと幅広い年齢層での参加が可能と思います。実際にちっちゃいお子さん、妊婦さん、孫たちと一緒に参加のおじいちゃんなどおられましたよ♪泳ぎが苦手な方は、スタッフさんがついてサポートしてくれるので心配は全くありません☆行かなきゃ損っていうくらい最高の時間を過ごせますよ
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/10 |
Reviewed by: ほのママ
The food was diverse and delicious, the dancing was powerful, and it was great to see the sunset. My child was thrilled to get a turtle tattoo on their shoulder. I would love to go back the next time I visit.
料理は種類も豊富で美味しく、踊りも迫力があり、サンセットも見れ良かったです。子供は肩に亀の絵をタトゥーしてもらい大喜びでした。次回訪れた時も行きたいと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/07 |
Reviewed by: くまのみ
I participated with children, and thanks to the very attentive Yuriko, we had a great time. We had malasadas for breakfast, so even though the mornings were early, the kids were fine. The sea was calm and very clear, and when we saw a pod of dolphins, it was truly healing. The boat didn't rock much, so there were no seasick people, and everyone was able to enjoy themselves happily.
子供ずれで参加しましたが、とても面倒見の良い百合子さんのおかげで、楽しく過ごせました。
朝ごはん代わりに、マラサダを食べられるので、朝が早いのですが、子供も大丈夫でした。
海も穏やかで、とても透明度がよく、イルカのむれを見たときは、ほんとに気持ちがいやされました。
船も、あまり揺れないので、酔っている人もなく、みんなハッピーに過ごせました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Lei
On September 1st, I participated in the Standard plan.
As others have shared in their experiences, stepping onto the large welcoming bus felt like entering another world! We were the only Japanese people, with most of the group coming from the mainland United States, along with some guests from Australia and Russia. The guide understood a bit of Japanese, but since all the talks during the ride, including tour notes, were in English, it might not be suitable for those who don't understand English at all.
Paradise Cove is located to the west of Waikiki, beyond the airport and Pearl Harbor, and since the bus ride is long, I recommend bringing a light jacket if you're sensitive to the air conditioning.
Upon arrival, we were welcomed with a welcome drink (ID is required for alcohol) and received shell leis for a commemorative photo. If you like the photo, you can purchase it on the way back. I think it was around $15.
We were guided to our dining seats, and after writing our names on the sticker on the table to secure our spots, we had free time. The park offered various activities and crafts, so we spent our time freely playing a game similar to javelin called Ooihe and getting Polynesian art tattoos (which wash off) until it was time for dinner.
The meal was a Hawaiian luau buffet, and the lomi lomi salmon and kalua pig were especially delicious. The plan included two drink tickets, which allowed us to exchange them for cocktails from a designated menu.
A point to note is to confirm your bus number and return time carefully, and as mentioned in the notes, a separate tip payment is required. This is a custom that may not be familiar in Japan, so it's easy to forget, but even though the tour fee has been paid, a small tip is appreciated when receiving crafts or drinks.
The show performed on the outdoor stage was spectacular! Along with hula and live music, the fire performance after a 15-minute break was definitely worth seeing. The beautiful sunset we unexpectedly witnessed added to the experience, making it a wonderful memory.
9月1日、スタンダードのプランに参加してきました。
他の方の体験談通り、お迎えの大型バスに乗り込むとそこは別世界!日本人は私達のみでアメリカ本土からが大半、他にオーストラリアやロシアからいらした方もいました。ガイドさんは日本語も少しわかる方でしたが、ツアーの注意点も含め車中でのトークは全て英語のため、英語が全くわからないという人には不向きかもしれません。
パラダイス・コーブはワイキキからハイウェイをひたすら西へ、空港を越えパール・ハーバーも越えた所にあり、バスの乗車時間が長いのでエアコンの効きすぎが気になる方は上着が1枚あるといいと思います。
到着するとウェルカム・ドリンク(アルコールはIDの提示が必要です)で歓迎され、貝殻のレイを首にかけてもらって記念撮影。この写真は、気に入れば帰りに購入することができました。15ドル位だったかな??
お食事の席まで案内され、席を確保するためテーブルに貼られたシールに名前を書いたらそこからはフリータイム。パーク内は様々なアクティビティやクラフトなどが体験できるようになっていたので、私達はオオイヘというヤリ投げのようなゲームや、ポリネシアン・アートのタトゥー(洗えば落ちるもの)をしてもらったりしてお食事までの時間を自由に過ごしました。
お食事はハワイアン・ルアウ・ビュッフェで、特にロミロミ・サーモンとカルア・ピッグが美味しかったです。今回のプランにはドリンクチケットが2枚含まれていたので、決められたメニューの中からカクテルと交換することができました。
注意点としては、自分のバス番号と帰りの時間をしっかり確認しておくことと、備考欄にもある通り別途チップの支払いが必要ということです。クラフトやドリンクをサーブしてもらった時など、日本には馴染みのない習慣なので忘れがちですが、ツアー代金は支払済みといえども気持ち程度のチップは必要です。
野外ステージで行われるショーは圧巻!です。フラや生演奏はもちろん、15分程の休憩後の炎を使ったパフォーマンスは一見の価値ありだと思います。思いがけず見ることができた綺麗なサンセットもプラスとなり、いい思い出になりました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We have been to Oahu a couple of times and wanted to do something different this time. We really enjoyed our ATV tour. The scenery was absolutely beautiful. The tour guide was friendly and informative. We recommend the 2 hour tour so you can go further back in the mountains. You don't have to have any ATV experience. We really recommend this tour.
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Marlene P
Everything was GREAT except for the location.. I was disappointed cuz I booked this with a beach location in mind.. or at least, close proximity or along the beach; which I heard was the case for some time. Instead it was on the rooftop of the parking structure! Anyway, you probably would get more outstanding reviews if you only put the luau back on the beach or the grass area between the Lagoon Tower & Rainbow Tower! That would've made it PERFECT! Food could be better as well! Entertainment was excellent!n Great performers!
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Gaylene Erato
I highly recommend this activity for everyone! Would and WILL do this again!!!
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/04 |
Reviewed by: trevor
the parasailing itself wasnt bad but the staff needs alot of work,..particularly the driver of the shuttle..he was extremely rude and while the parasailing/ boat crew wasnt exactly the most pleasent or talkative they knew what they were doing and they were professional.
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/03 |
Reviewed by: ゆうきのママ
We participated as a family of three on August 25th (our child is a first-grade boy). I might have been the most excited when we encountered a pod of dolphins. I think it's rare to find a tour where you can swim with them. When we met a turtle, my husband jumped into the sea and touched its shell. Surprisingly, our child got really into paddle surfing and kept challenging himself until the end. It was a truly fulfilling tour that kept both kids and adults engaged. Also, the tour guides were really warm-hearted people, and I definitely want to participate again. Thank you, Yuriko, for keeping the atmosphere lively until the end!
8月25日に家族3人で参加しました。(子供は小1の男の子)イルカの群れに遭遇した時は私が一番興奮してたかも・・。一緒に泳ぐことのできるツアーはなかなかないと思います。亀に出会ったときは主人も海にとびこみ甲羅を触っていました。子供は意外にもパドルサーフィンにはまり最後まで挑戦していました。子供も大人も飽きることなく本当に充実したツアーです。あと、ツアーの方々が本当に温かい人たちで是非また参加したいです。ゆりこさん、最後まで明るくもりあげてくださってありがとうございました!
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/01 |
Reviewed by: azugon
This was my eighth trip to Hawaii, and I have exhausted all the optional tours featured in magazines. I participated with my husband and our two sons, who are in middle and elementary school, making a total of four of us. I had always wanted to experience sailing on a large yacht after seeing others enjoy it, and with the kids' request for snorkeling, we decided on this tour.
Since it was during the Obon holiday, half of the participants were Japanese families. There were no Japanese staff on the tour, and all explanations on the yacht were in English.
We walked to the meeting point, which was easy to find. The yacht departed on time. After about 20 minutes, we arrived at our destination off the coast of Waikiki, where we received instructions on how to use the goggles and floats, as well as information about the fish we would see. We then enjoyed an hour of snorkeling. The wind was calm, and there was little rocking; the water was clear, allowing us to see many small and large black fish. Our underwater camera was put to good use. On the yacht, soft drinks were available for $1 and beer for $3. The remaining time was spent sailing back while enjoying the views of Waikiki. We went quite far out and close to Diamond Head, where dolphins and turtles approached the yacht.
I had some anxiety about signing up since there were no participant reviews, but I truly felt it was a great decision to join this tour.
今回は8回目のハワイで、雑誌に掲載されているようなオプショナルツアーは行きつくしている贅沢モンです。
夫婦と中学生・小学生の男子、合計4人で参加しました。以前から大きなヨットでセーリングを楽しむ人々を見て、いつか私も体験したいと思っていたツアーでした。子供たちのリクエストもあってシュノーケリング付きの、このツアーに決めました。
お盆の時期だったので、参加者の半分は日本人のファミリーでした。ツアーのスタッフに日本人はいません。ヨット上での説明もすべて英語です。
集合場所まで徒歩で向かいました。場所はすぐに分かります。時間通りにヨットは出発しました。20分ほどで目的地のワイキキ沖に着き、ゴーグルや浮きの使い方や見える魚の説明があり、その後1時間シュノーケルを楽しみました。風も穏やかで揺れも少なく、海の透明度は良く大小の黒い魚がたくさんみえました。持参の水中カメラが活躍しました。ヨットの上で、ソフトドリンク1ドル・ビール3ドルで買えます。残りの時間は、ワイキキ沖をセーリングしながら帰ります。かなり沖の方やダイヤモンドヘッド近くまで行きました。その時、ヨットの近くにイルカやカメがよってきました。
参加体験談が無かったので申し込み時には不安もありましたが、このツアーに参加して本当に良かったと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/30 |
Reviewed by: のぞみ
It feels really nice. There were four groups of guests on one boat. From the time we were picked up by the tour bus until we were taken back to the hotel, there wasn't much waiting time, and we enjoyed cruising while waiting for our turn on the motorboat.
すごく気持ちいいです。1つのボートに4組の客でした。ツアーバスでピックアップしてもらってからホテルに送ってもらうまで、さほど待ち時間もなく、モーターボートに乗って順番待ちをしている間もクルージングとして楽しめました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/26 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We participated as a family in August.
We join the luau every time we come to Hawaii. It's a level of excitement that's hard for Japanese people to replicate, but we fully immerse ourselves and enjoy it.
8月に家族で参加しました。
ルアウはハワイに来るたびに参加しています。日本人にはなかなか真似できない盛り上がり方ですが、なりきって楽しんでいます。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/25 |
Reviewed by: Jim
Quite an experience and probably the best time of our trip to Honolulu. We experienced snorkeling with turtles as advertised, one even came up for air in the middle of the four of us. My teenagers were quite excited. On top of that we got to see dolphins that swam with us and around our boat, which is very unusual. The crew were great and very helpful, knowledgeable and upbeat. We had so much fun we went back for the afternoon cruise the next day and had a great time drinking (adults), singing and splashing thru the waves. Also got to see more dolphins along side and a school of fish skimming up on the surface, very cool. We highly recommend this tour and operator.
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/25 |
Reviewed by: Caitlin
The food first off was amazing. There was plenty of options and the presentation was great. The activities to do before dinner are awesome, the crafts are great to take home and remember for ever. The show was great, well organized and performed. Overall it was a great experience.
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/21 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
We both had a great time. It was exactly as described. We did the standard luau and were very pleased. The seating is pretty good from every angle and the lines to the buffet only took about 5 minutes. Would not recommend the upgrade. Not worth the extra expense.
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/19 |
Reviewed by: jennfizzy
The luau was fantastic, however our waitress was bad. we were the last table to get our food, and were still trying to eat dessert when it was over, also, they need to set up a better system for the waitstaff to get alcohol drinks instead of them waiting in line with everyone else.
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/18 |
Reviewed by: JUNJI
Due to the impact of the typhoon from the previous day, I thought, "Will it be canceled?" as I headed to the venue, which was supposed to take place as scheduled. The event was held not outdoors, but in a hotel convention hall. However, they smoothly guided the approximately 500 attendees, and the show started on time. The singing and speaking of the male vocalist, whose voice resonated well, along with the powerful dance performances, were no different from what you would experience outdoors. The food was delicious (I was particularly impressed by the tenderness of the roast beef and went back for seconds!) and you could enjoy two drinks (beer or soft drinks). After the show, I took photos with the dancers and felt great as I stepped outside, only to be met with a downpour that made me wonder if it had been canceled. Of course, it must be amazing outdoors as well, but I had a valuable experience. The reservation process was easy, the food was tasty, and it was fun to be surrounded by lively groups of foreigners.
P.S. There was no fire dance since it was indoors.
前日からの台風の影響で、時折スコールや風があったため「中止かな」と思って会場に行きました。
ところが、予定通り開催するとのこと。
会場は屋外でなく、ホテルのコンベンションホールを使っての実施でした。
しかし、500名はいたであろう観客をスムーズに案内し、ショーは定刻にスタート。
声のよく透る男性歌手の歌と話。そしてダンスパフォーマンスの迫力は、屋外と何ら変わりませんでした。
食事もおいしいし(特にローストビーフの柔らかさに感動!おかわりしちゃいました♪)ドリンク(ビールorソフトドリンク)も2杯飲めるし。
ショーが終わってダンサーたちと写真をとって気持ちよく外にでたら、途中で中止だったかなと思わせるほどの土砂降りでした。
もちろん、屋外でもサイコーなんでしょうけど、貴重な経験をさせてもらえました。
予約も簡単だし、食事もおいしいし、ノリノリの外人グループたちに囲まれて過ごすのも楽しいですよ。
追記:室内だからファイヤーダンスはありませんでした。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/17 |
Reviewed by: マック
On August 12, 2009 (Wednesday), our family of three (two adults and one child, age 8) participated. We were worried that the tour might be canceled due to the hurricane forecast for August 11, but it was confirmed to go ahead. Our family is a heavy dolphin fan, having participated in "Private Dolphin Middle School" during the same period in the summer of 2008 and again at the end of 2008, where we encountered dolphins and swam with them both times. This time, we decided to advance to the prestigious Dolphin University, which has upgraded its offerings. Swimming with wild dolphins is extremely rare worldwide and can be considered a high-potential tour. Generally, dolphin watching tours are more common, but Dolphin Middle School and this university allow you to swim with dolphins, making it a worthwhile activity to pay for in Hawaii. Conversely, it’s an experience you can’t have unless you participate in the tour.
Our pick-up was by Yuriko, the class representative from Private Dolphin Middle School, in a yellow van. However, the weather was rainy. It was raining enough in Waikiki that we occasionally needed umbrellas. There were several other groups participating, but the rainy drive dampened the mood. In such circumstances, Yuriko kept our spirits high and encouraged us. We enjoyed freshly made Leonard's malasadas on our way to Waianae Harbor.
Waianae Harbor is located in the West Oahu region, which is a dry area. Because of this, the weather was different from Waikiki, and we were lucky to have cloudy weather with occasional sunshine that day.
Additionally, we were fortunate to encounter a large pod of dolphins just five minutes after departure! We were satisfied to see the dolphins up close, and it was great to hear their sounds. After swimming with the dolphins, we headed to the underwater palace with tropical fish! There, we could swim with turtles and tropical fish, and if we got bored, we could play with kayaks or paddle surfing.
It was a greedy tour with swimming with dolphins, snorkeling with tropical fish and turtles, paddle surfing, and hula dancing.
Lastly, I would like to note the differences between the university and middle school for your reference.
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? Boat
→ Middle school uses a boat, while the university uses a catamaran.
? Number of times swimming with dolphins
→ Middle school has three times, while the university has one time.
? Meals
→ Middle school provides snacks on the return bus.
2009年8月12日(水)に3人家族(大人2名、子供1名(8才))で参加しました。8月11日にハリケーンが来るということで天気も曇りがち、明日は中止かな・・・と思っていたら催行が決定しました。私たち家族は、08年夏の同じ時期に「私立イルカ中学」に参加し、08年の年末にも「私立イルカ中学」に参加したヘビーなイルカファンで、これまで2回ともイルカと遭遇し一緒に泳ぐことができたので、今回はバージョンアップした名門イルカ大学へ進学を決めました。野生のイルカと泳げるツアーというのは、世界でも極めて稀で、ポテンシャルの高いツアーと言えると思います。一般的にはイルカウォッチングツアーなるものが主ですが、イルカ中学、この大学はイルカと一緒に泳ぐことができ、ハワイのアクティビティーの中でもお金を出して参加する価値があるものだと思います。逆に言えばツアーに参加しないと経験できないアクティビティーです。
お迎えは私立イルカ中学の学級委員長のゆりこさんです。黄色いバンでお出迎え。しかしながら天気は雨。ワイキキは時折傘が必要なぐらいの雨が降っていました。私たち以外にも数組のグループが参加していましたが、雨のドライブでテンションは下げ下げ。そのような中、ゆりこさんがテンション上げ上げで励ましてくれます。出来立てホヤホヤのレナーズマラサダを食べながらワイアエナ港へ迎います。
ワイアエナ港は西オアフ地域にあり、乾燥地帯。そのかいあり、ワイキキとは天気が異なり、当日は曇り時々晴れという天気でラッキーでした。
またラッキーなことに出航して5分でイルカの大群に遭遇! 今までの経験より近くでイルカを見ることができ満足!イルカの声も聞けて本当によかったです。イルカと泳いだ後は、熱帯魚のいる竜宮城へGO! そこでは亀や熱帯魚と泳ぐことができ、飽きたことにはカヤックやパドルサーフィンで遊ぶことができます。
イルカと泳いだり、熱帯魚、カメさんのいる場所でシュノーケルしたり、パドルサーフィンをしたりフラダンスをしたりと欲張りなツアーです。
最後に大学と中学の違いですが、みなさんの参考になればと思い記述しておきます。
■違う所■
?ボート
→中学はボート、大学はカタマラン。
?イルカと泳ぐ回数
→中学は3回。大学は1回。
?食事
→中学は帰りのバスでスナック。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/16 |
Reviewed by: f福島 豊
At first, about half of the people were seasick, in a chain reaction.
But somehow, we managed to get into the water and met a lot of dolphins.
I wondered if we would really encounter them in such a vast ocean, but around 30 dolphins were swimming slowly.
If possible, I would love to reunite on a calm day at sea again.
はじめは、半分くらいの人が船酔いで、連鎖状態。
でも何とか水中に入って、たくさんのイルカ君たちに逢えました。
こんな広い海で、本当に逢えるのかな??
って思いましたが、30頭くらいが、ゆっくり泳いでいました。
出来れば、また海の穏やかな日に、再会したいです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/14 |
Reviewed by: HONEYMOONERS!!!!
the crew was AWSOME. In fact, the whole day prior to going up my wife was trying to pay me what i paid to no do the event because she was so scared and we even had to go first! I told her to suck it up and it ended up being her favorite event, and we went for the highest one at 500 feet! They guys were careful and kind to help her through it. The ride was beautiful in the air and on the boat! Ignore the reviews that say the guys hastle you for tips and there isn't $20 dollar bills all over the boat. There is some on a pole near the front, maybe 6, and the guys say if you enjoyed the ride tips are welcomed. So if all that makes you feel pressured, then stop whining and enjoy the ride or don't go at all!
have fun!
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/12 |
Reviewed by: Vicki
My son his friend and I took the 2 hour ATV tour with Jacob as our guide. It COULDN NOT HAVE BEEN GREATER! The scenery was absolutely incredible and the ride was like being on a roller coaster ride that you have control of. Don't get me wrong it wasn't scary, it was exciting. No I'm in my 50's and I had just as much fun as my son who is 21 and our friend who is 17. This activity just can't be beat!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/08/09 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
very interesting and beautiful!!
Owen and Mark, Calgary,AB Canada
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/07 |
Reviewed by: Lisa Esparza
This was my second time to Paradise Cove and it was just as good as the first time! Went with my whole family Mom, Dad, Brother, Sisters and 4 Teens. Everyone who works at Paradise Cove is super friendly. All the activities they offer are great and the dancers are so beautiful & handsome. Highly Recommend.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/08/05 |
Reviewed by: Dawnette Osen
Very fun, and a great staff. I would highly recommend this to all visitors... :)
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
My daughter and her best friend were given a trip to Hawaii as a graduation gift. They went parasailing while there. They had a great time doing it. As a way to remember this once in a lifetime experience, I paid for the 24 exposure roll of pictures to be taken. When they returned home, the roll of film was brought to be processed. We were disappointed when none of the pictures came out. The negatives showed only two partial pictures, neither of which were the girls.
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/03 |
Reviewed by: The Kawagucchii
I was a bit anxious because I have a 5-year-old daughter, but after seeing that younger children were participating on this site, I decided to join in.
Once on board, we sang Hawaiian songs with the local crew and were already having a great time. We were welcomed by a double rainbow and got to see many dolphins in the ocean. I didn't notice, but my son and husband were thrilled to hear the dolphins' chirping sounds, which was a different experience from the aquarium. My daughter couldn't snorkel very well, but they provided special equipment so she could peek at the dolphins underwater.
Along the way, the captain personally grilled cheeseburgers on the boat, which helped soothe our tired bodies. They also showed consideration for my husband, who had lost his appetite due to seasickness, by preparing some food for him to take home as a souvenir.
After moving to a different location, we also had a lot of fun with sea kayaking and feeding tropical fish.
During the activities, a professional photographer accompanied us, and we were able to purchase beautiful family photos with the stunning Hawaiian nature as the backdrop, which became the best souvenir.
Experiencing nature is truly the best!!
I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii.
Thank you, powerful Yuriko! Please send my regards to all the crew.
5歳の娘がいたので、不安でしたが、このサイトを見てもっと小さい子も参加していたので、思い切って参加してみました。
乗船してからハワイの歌を現地のクルーと歌ったり、もうすっかり楽しんでいました。
ダブルレインボーに迎えられ、海の中で沢山のイルカと会えました。私は気づかなかったけれど、息子と主人はイルカのチッチッチという声も聞こえたよ~と水族館とは一味違う野生のイルカに感動したようです。娘はシュノーケルはうまく出来なかったのですが、特別な道具を用意してくれて海の中のイルカを覗くことができました。
途中で船長自ら船上で焼いてくれたチーズバーガーで冷えて疲れた体を癒してくれました。船酔いで食欲のなかった主人にはお土産として持って帰れるように心遣いもして下さいました。
場所を移動してからの、シーカヤックや熱帯魚への餌付けもとても楽しかったようです。
活動中、ずっとプロのカメラマンが同行しており、ハワイの大自然をバックにとてもナチュラルな笑顔の家族の写真も購入することが出来て、最高のお土産になりました。
やはり自然体験が一番です~!!
またハワイに行った時には是非参加したいと思います。
パワフルなユリコさん!最高の夏休みをありがとうございます。クルー皆さんに宜しくお伝えください。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/02 |
Reviewed by: michael burrell
a really enjoyable evening entertainment was excellent as well as the food would reccomend this trip for anyone.
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| Posted on: | 2009/07/31 |
Reviewed by: soro
The luau at Paradise Cove is amazing, which is surprising considering how little it is advertised in tourist information in Japan! It's a fantastic tour that can't be summed up in just one word. An American from the mainland boasted, "You have to see this when you come to Hawaii. It's absolutely unmissable!" It seems to be quite famous in the U.S., and there were people who took vacations just to experience it.
Once you get on the bus, the guide is full of energy, and the tour begins in an exciting atmosphere.
First of all, the location is fundamentally different from the mock luaus held around hotels. The venue is set in a resort area, making it feel like a genuine festival (luau). Participating in various events while watching the sunset over the ocean is a delightful part of the luau experience.
However, if I had to point out one downside from a Japanese perspective, it might be the question of whether the food is suitable for a dinner show. Well, the buffet-style Hawaiian cuisine... might be a bit too bland. Aside from top-tier hotel buffets, this is probably the norm.
But once the lights go down and darkness falls, it becomes truly spectacular! As the spotlight shines and the intense flames dance, the show begins with a mix of enchanting hula performances that drive toward the climax. The excitement and emotion are so overwhelming that the taste of the food fades away.
I was impressed by the service, such as when a shy girl got the chance to go on stage... Truly, this is Hawaii's No. 1 luau! What I think about now that I'm in Hawaii is, "This is something you absolutely can't miss!"
どういう訳か…日本で目にする観光案内にはあまり宣伝されていないのが不思議なくらい、パラダイス・コーブのルアウは最高です!
一言では言い表せないファンタスティックなツアーです。
「ハワイに来たら必ず観るのさ。絶対に外せないネ!」とメインランドからきたアメリカ人が豪語してましたが、米国では相当に有名らしく、これが楽しみで休暇をとって来たという方もいらっしゃいました。
バスに乗り込めば、もうガイドはノリノリ。エキサイティングな雰囲気に包まれてツアーが始まります。
先ず、ホテル周辺で開催される模擬的なルアウとは根本的なロケーションが違い過ぎます。リゾート地に会場を設け、地に着いたお祭り(ルアウ)そのものからして本物だと実感させられます。
海に沈み行く夕日を眺めながら、会場内にある数々のイベントに参加するのもルアウの楽しいひと時です。
ただ一つ、日本人からの難点を挙げるとすれば、ディナーショーにふさわしい料理か?という不満はあるかも知れません。
まあ、ハワイ料理のビッフェスタイル…大味のオンパレードは仕方ないかも。一流ホテルのビッフェを除けば大抵はこんなモノでしょうかね。
しかし、一旦照明が落ちて漆黒を迎えてからが圧巻です!
スポットライトが射し込み、強烈な炎の舞で一気に幕が開くと、妖艶優美なフラとが入り乱れてクライマックスへ向けて延々とドライブが続きます。
もう料理の味など吹っ飛ぶほどの興奮と感動を堪能するのです。
シャイな娘が舞台に上がる機会をいただけたり…客へのサービスも演出された、さすがハワイNo.1のルアウだな!と感銘した次第。
ハワイに来て今想う事は、「これだけは外せない」です!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/07/29 |
Reviewed by: イルカ
I had the experience of touching a dolphin for the first time in my life, and I fell in love with them.
生まれて初めて触って、イルカに摑まり、乗れる経験が出来ました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/07/25 |
Reviewed by: Jamie from Texas
Was such a nice experience. When you are so far up in the air it seems so quiet and peaceful. Hawaii offers a great view. The crew rocked! Booking through Hawaii Activities was VERY easy and made check-in much faster!!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/07/21 |
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