Reviewed by: Shannen15
I have always wanted to take a cruise in Hawaii and came across the Makani Sunset Dinner cruise and it seem like a great deal so I instanty booked it. They also offer shuttle service from Wakkiki which I took advantage of. I received a detail confirmation on the cruise, as well as a phone call confirmation. This felt very professional of the company. The cruise ship captain and crew was also very friendly, professional and made sure we were all having a great time! The weather was great and overall great experience. The food was buffet style, the offering was simple but the food was good. You get 2 drink tickets and it's good for any drinks. You can purchase additional drinks afterwards but the cost is very reasonable. I had fun and would recommend for anyone that wants a short cruise to see the island from the ocean. Thank you for great experience!
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| Packages: | Standard Package 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Happy Honeymooner
Our friends who had previously been to Hawaii, said that we MUST do one of these sailing cruises on a Friday night. They weren't wrong! This is a MUST do!
This sunset dinner sailing cruise was awesome! 9/10 I'll break it down.
The crew had charisma, they had explained everything in detail and they were extremely approachable for any questions. Excellent service! 5/5
The food was great! Island style means buffet style - my wife and I definitely weren't hungry at the end of the night! They even had cookies out for dessert! 5/5 on my books for food!
They didn't have a blender, but that didn't stop the bartender from making a mean Mai Tai! They had a wide selection of beer, spirits, cocktails and soft drinks. I tried a High Tide as suggested by the bartender, amazing! Personally I like my crushed ice. Still good though, for Drinks I gave a 4/5.
And most importantly the view of the fireworks was spectacular! Perfect view, the catamaran was right in front of the fireworks - everyone on the vessel could see the fireworks, there was no crowding. 5/5
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| Packages: | Friday Fireworks Sail 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/27 |
Reviewed by: Sarah
Everything was excellent! The weather didn't cooperate, but the captain was nice enough to offer opportunities to reschedule for another night without any charges. Unfortunately this was our last chance to go, and thankfully they were up for it if we were! Everyone was so friendly and the drinks were great. The service was very prompt and even with the monsoon weather we were having it was still an awesome time on the water. We had a blast!!!!
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| Packages: | Now Available! Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/23 |
Reviewed by: GRT
We booked a sunset cruise for our family.
We arrived at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled time, but even after the meeting time had passed, neither the boat nor the staff showed up. I called the tour company, but it went to voicemail. The payment had been processed via credit card two months prior, which made me very worried.
In the end, we waited for an hour past the departure time and were informed via email the next day that it had been canceled.
As a result, we wasted precious time on our last day in Hawaii, and it left us with a very unpleasant memory.
I recommend keeping this in mind when making a reservation.
家族でサンセットクルーズを予約しました。
当日10分前から集合場所にいましたが、集合時間を過ぎても船も係員も現れず、催行会社に電話を掛けるも留守電応対。
2ヶ月も前に代金はクレジット決済されており、非常に心配になりました。
結局、出発時間過ぎまで1時間も待たされ、メールの返信で翌日になって中止になった事を知らされました。
この為、ハワイ最終日の貴重な時間を無駄に過ごし、後味も非常に悪い思い出となりました。
こうした事があることを念頭に置き、申し込まれる事をお勧めします。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/26 |
Reviewed by: Yvonne and Chris
A Fun, also on rainy days!
We booked the firework dinner cruise a few weeks before we started our trip to Hawaii.
The transportation from the hotel to the marina (small extra fee) was on time and near our Hotel.
The catamaran was nice und clean. After entering the boat the crew briefed us about the security on board.
Due to the calm, we couldn`t sail but the engine was powerful enough to have fun.
The dinner started shortly after leaving the marina.
We had springrolls,chicken, rice and vegetables. Everything was tasty and well cooked.
We specially like the miniwraps.
After Sunset we had a nice view to Waikiki-beach.
The firework started ontime and we had a place in the first row, very close to it.
On the way back to the marina we had some cookies and drinks.
We had a fun evening and enjoy our stay an board. Next time we wanna do it again.
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| Packages: | Friday Fireworks Sail 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/20 |
Reviewed by: EDdie
I've never expected such a great things on this because I cancelled other cruise activity (Atlantis) and there were not enough reviews on Holokai Catamaran Sunset cruise. But right now, I strongly recommend this for everyone. I don't know how romantic and luxurious big cruises are, but can say definitely NOT BETTER THAN THIS!! Crews were nice, cruise duration was enough and people were not crowed so that we could enjoy our time & place enough. If I visit Hawaii again, I'll do this again. Thanks for your effort!!
Eddie.
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| Packages: | Sunset Cocktail Sail & Shore Bird Standard BBQ Dinner Buffet |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/15 |
Reviewed by: Karen
Great food, great show! You are truly catered to and the scenery was breathtaking
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/30 |
Reviewed by: Steve & Janet
The Friday night cruise food was very good and the dancers and live band were excellent. It was a fun filled evening with an opportunity to meet new friends from around the globe.
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| Posted on: | 2015/11/18 |
Reviewed by: すぎっち
The boat had a bar and restrooms, so I thought it might be a large vessel, but it turned out to be a wide open-deck boat! I accidentally came in sneakers, but as mentioned in the instructions, you walk through shallow water to board. Depending on the wave height, you might get wet up to your knees, so I definitely felt that short, easy-to-roll-up clothes and easy-to-remove sandals are necessary. It also seems like having a towel would be good since your feet get wet when disembarking.
They take photos of each group as you board. It seems that you can purchase them if you want one when you disembark.
With a cheerful and handsome captain's greeting, we set sail! After a brief explanation, the crew served us Mai Tais. The boat sways quite a bit when the waves are high, so be careful not to drink too much!
The atmosphere was enhanced by good music and the beautiful views of Waikiki; cruising on the open deck was truly an elegant experience. It was a stunning sunny day, and we were able to see a beautiful sunset. If I have the chance to come back to Hawaii, I would love to repeat this experience!
バーもあってトイレもついて…なので大きい船なのかなぁと思っていたら、オープンデッキの幅広の船でした!うっかりスニーカーで来てしまったんですが、案内に書いてた通りに乗るときは浅瀬を歩きます。波の高さによっては膝くらいまで濡れるときもあるので、丈の短い服が捲れる服、脱ぎやすいサンダルが確かに必要だなぁと感じました。降りるときも足濡れるのでタオルとかあった方が良さそうです。
乗り込む際には1組ずつ写真を撮ってくれます。降りる際に欲しい人は購入できる仕組みになってるようです。
陽気でイケメンキャプテンの挨拶と同時にセーリングは出発!一通りの説明のあとクルーがマイタイを振る舞ってくれます。波が高いと船も結構揺れるので飲み過ぎには注意!
雰囲気の良い音楽と美しいワイキキの景色、オープンデッキでのクルージングはまさに優雅な時間でした。この日は見事な晴天で、美しいサンセットが見れました。またハワイに来る機会があればリピートしたいです!!
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/14 |
Reviewed by: Jennifer Huerta
I had a great time on the cruise! I would highly recommend it for anyone who likes to drink! We had a beautiful scenery and the boat was so well maintained! The two gentelman that were in charge of the boat were very hospitable and took great care of us!
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| Packages: | Now Available! Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/22 |
Reviewed by: Alison B
My fiancé and I went on the Snorkel and Sunset cruise the second week of November. The bus pick-up was extremely easy and allowed for worry-free drinks on the cruise.
The cruise was spectacular. The orientation was clear and made us both feel comfortable. The snorkel spot selected was stunning and quite safe feeling. We saw many tropical fish and even had a ray breeze past! We spotted a humpback whale breaching and so the captain took us on over for a closer look.
The Kalua pork was tasty for dinner and the crew went out of their way to make sure we were all satisfied. We were treated to a beautiful sunset and leisurely cruise back to harbor.
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| Packages: | 2.5-hour Sunset Snorkel Cruise [Oct-Mar] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/07 |
Reviewed by: Beth
This was, by far, the best 50 dollars I spent on my trip to Hawaii. Captain Ryan and Philippe were fun, safe, and on top of customer service!
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| Packages: | Now Available! Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Dan B
We were greeted at our hotel by a Cruise rep and his trainee who had a wonderful smile. We were taken to our boat and directed to our seats by a wonderful staff who all greeted us with the traditional "Aloha". The Cruise rep and his trainee (Smiley) cited on our table with tremendous professionalism and friendliness making our cruise very pleasant. The food was perfect for this cruise and everything was brought to our table in perfect order. The floor show was spectacular and it was fun seeing the traditions of dance and music. We started off during daylight and cruised the beautiful skyline of Waikiki Beach and Honolulu in the dark. Everyone had a chance to spend time outside on several different viewing areas. This was a great dinner cruise and we highly recommend it to people of all ages.
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| Packages: | Special Christmas Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/07 |
Reviewed by: kota
There were really only the two of us who were Japanese. We toasted with all-you-can-drink cocktails, took photos, and the sunset was wonderful. This was my fifth time in Hawaii, and I was very satisfied.
本当に日本人は私たち二人だけでした。中途半端な英語ですが飲み放題のカクテルで乾杯して写真を撮ったり、夕景も素晴らしく5度目のハワイですが大満足でした。
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| Packages: | 【2023年12月31日まで】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/16 |
Reviewed by: Randy M
Great maitais and wonderful evening to go sailing!!!
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| Packages: | Sunset Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/03 |
Reviewed by: Carri
We thoroughly enjoyed the sunset cruise. Extremely friendly staff and they made the experience special. Entertainment and good were great!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/06 |
Reviewed by: ノブユキ
I was thrilled to see the whale right in front of me. However, the rocking of the boat was severe, and my whole family got seasick. That was disappointing. I almost got seasick for the first time myself, so it might have been a bit tough for the kids.
目の前のクジラに感激。しかし、揺れが酷く家族皆船酔いでダウン。そこが残念でした。
自分も初めて船酔いになりかけたので、子供たちには少しつらかったかな。
Thank you very much for boarding with us.
It sounds like you were able to see whales up close! That must have been an incredible experience. Thank you for the beautiful photos as well. As December approaches, we will be entering whale season. There will be many calm days at sea when the boat won't rock, so we hope you will come to see the whales again this season. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu Reservations Department
この度はご乗船誠にありがとうございます。
クジラを目の前でみて頂けたんですね!それは感動しちゃいますね。きれいなお写真もありがとうございます。もうまもなく12月になりますと、クジラの季節を迎えます。海が穏やかで、船が揺れない日もたくさんございますので、ぜひ今シーズンもクジラに会いにいらしてくださいね。またのお越しを、スタッフ一同心よりお待ちいたしております。
スターオブホノルル予約課
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/07 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き
I would like to participate again♪
This was my first time joining, and the staff were kind.
I plan to go again in March, so I would like to participate.
また参加したいです♪
今回初めて参加したのですが、スタッフの方も親切でした
3月にまた行くので参加したいと思ってます
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your first experience with us. Please do come back and visit us again. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
Reservations Department
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
初めてのご参加で、お楽しみいただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非また遊びにいらして下さい。
またのお越しを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
予約課
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+カルチャー体験+昼食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/29 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き
I would like to participate again♪
This was my third time joining, and the staff were kind.
I plan to go again in March, so I would like to participate.
また参加したいです♪
今回3回目の参加したのですがスタッフの方も親切でした
3月にまた行くので参加したいと思ってます
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| Packages: | 【2023年12月31日まで】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/10 |
Reviewed by: NoName
Let me start off by saying I NEVER post reviews...which I need to work on because I am always checking them out before I do/buy things. This was my boyfriend & I first trip to Hawaii so we were very excited! We chose the Five Star package because of the jazz music (we attended a luau the night before & did not want to have the same theme).
They picked us up from our hotel at 4:30 pm. From the very beginning we were treated like VIP. We were led to the top deck to have champagne & o'dourves with the captain. We also got to take a professional pic with the captain, which was cool. After that, we were led to our seat inside the ship. We had a window seat & loved it. We were a little worried about getting seasick, but it wasn't a problem. I was a little concerned about the food at first because neither one of us are into fancy food, but it was pretty good (as stated before we chose that package specifically for the music). Instead of the lobster we chose a stuffed chicken option which was my favorite! For our steak entree we asked that it was cooked well done & it was the most tender steak ever! Throughout the dinner you can step outside as you please to feel the breeze, take in the views, & take pics.
The ambiance was beautiful! There was a live pianist, saxophonist/flutist, & singer. They were great! In the end they gave us the photo we took with the captain in a nice album cover with a pic of the ship on the water. Also, all of the ladies were given a rose. The only thing I WISH I would have did was asked for another copy of the photo so my boyfriend & I can both have one :-( I didn't even think about it until we returned back to our home state. I called 3 days later to see if we could get a copy; they sent an email to the photo dept. but almost 2 weeks later & I still haven't heard anything.
Overall, I highly recommend! This is perfect for a romantic date night! The cruise lasted about 2 hrs. This was a great way to end our trip in Hawaii.
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| Packages: | Nova Five Star: Steak & Lobster, Private Table, Drinks & Entertainment |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/21 |
Reviewed by: Mary
The cruise was awesome!!! The food was great. The staff we had took such good care of us. The entertainment was off the hook at the end.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/27 |
Reviewed by: GVK & KJK
The crew & boat ride was great. The food not so much. On a scale of 1-10, we rate the food a 1. The food might have been better if it would have been warm & there was not enough table space to eat. The fireworks were great.
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| Packages: | Friday Sunset & Fireworks Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/30 |
Reviewed by: Annieben
Food was good, view was fantastic, crew was very helpful and entertaining! Fun way to spend an evening!
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| Packages: | Pacific Star Dinner Buffet, Polynesian Show & One Cocktail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/13 |
Reviewed by: 旅行者
I had a good impression from my previous experience on the Mai Tai Katamaran, so this is my second time. Last time, I took the 11 AM cruise, so this time I chose the sunset option.
Unfortunately, the weather was cloudy on the day of the cruise. I was hoping the clouds would clear by sunset, but I ended up missing the sunset I was looking forward to.
However, the Mai Tai served was easy to drink with a light alcohol content, the boat's sway was just right, and there was nice background music playing, so I still enjoyed myself even without the sunset.
I'll save the sunset for next time!
マイタイカタマランには以前に乗船して好印象でしたので、2回目です。
前回は11時の便でしたので、今回はサンセットにしました。
当日は、生憎の曇天となってしまいました。
何とか日没時までには雲が切れてくれないかな、と思っていましたが、
期待していたサンセットは見られずじまいでした。
けど、振舞われたマイタイもアルコール薄めで飲みやすいし、
船揺れも適度ですし、気の利いたBGMも流れていますしで、
サンセットなしでも楽しめました。
サンセットは次回のお楽しみということにします!
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/08 |
Reviewed by: T.Lewis
The service was great. Outstanding staff that was very professional and courteous. I would DEFINITELY recommend this service if you're looking for a special evening.
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| Packages: | Nova Five Star: Steak & Lobster, Private Table, Drinks & Entertainment |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/10 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
From the start this cruise was amazing, We checked in and got the royal treatment. Escorted to the upper deck where we were greeted by the captain and offered snacks and drinks. We were then seated and bring on the food, every dish was great. Brandon our server was great, he mad sure everything was to our satisfaction. The maitre d came and got us just before sunset and took us out on deck where the Captain was waiting and we renewed our vows. It was very romantic. I would do this again.
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| Packages: | Vow Renewal & Five Star Luxury Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/17 |
Reviewed by: The Hudson's
Myself and my husband could not fault the experience that we had when we renewed our wedding vows. The food was great, the staff were fantastic and the ceremony that was provided was private and personal - just what we wanted. It was the perfect end to the day.
Marion and Graham Hudson - Darwin Australia
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/29 |
Reviewed by: Sandra
My first time in Hawaii and on a any type of boat. At first I was hesitant but so glad we had this unforgettable experience. Captiain, crew, music, view and Mai'tai cocktail were awesome. Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Sunset Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/24 |
Reviewed by: Judy from Brisbane
My friend and I booked onlne before we left Australa and couldn't wait! We weren't disapppointed at all. Once we left Honolulu Harbour the sail went up. Sitting there and just chilling out was awesome. Dinner was served and was really nice with more than enough food for everyone. The crew were really friendly as well. We got two free drinks and believe me, their signature Hai Tais are a must have!! Seeing dolphins slice through the water beside us was just magical. Thanks to the mate for pointing them out to us! Everyone onboard had a really great time and I would thoroughly recommend this as an absolute must in Honolulu. I could have stayed on board all night but all good things must come to an end. I would definitely go again!
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| Packages: | Standard Package 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/21 |
Reviewed by: YASU
My wife and I participated together. We joined without much expectation, but a humpback whale jumped right in front of us!! It was so exciting to see the tail slapping the surface of the water, and the dynamic jumps called breaching using its pectoral fins, just like we often see on TV!! How can you not be thrilled by this!!! The staff also said, "very very lucky!!" and were excited. It was a great tour.
妻と二人で参加しました。そんなに期待せずに参加しましたが、ザトウクジラが目の前でジャンプしました!!テレビでよく見る尾びれで海面をたたく、胸びれを使ってブリーチングと呼ばれるダイナミックなジャンプまで!!これが興奮せずに居られますか!!!スタッフさんも「very very lucky !!」と言って興奮してました。良いツアーでした。
Thank you very much for boarding with us.
It must have been exciting to see a humpback whale jump right in front of you! Thank you for sharing such a wonderful experience. As December approaches, we will soon welcome whale season. We hope you will come to see the whales again this season. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu Reservations Department
この度はご乗船誠にありがとうございます。
ザトウクジラが目の前でジャンプしたんですね!!それは興奮しちゃいますね。すてきな体験をシェアして頂きありがとうございます。もうまもなく12月になりますと、クジラの季節を迎えます。ぜひ今シーズンもクジラに会いにいらしてくださいね。またのお越しを、スタッフ一同心よりお待ちいたしております。
スターオブホノルル予約課
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/10/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/09 |
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We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused during your valuable time on your last day in Hawaii.
As we mentioned in a separate email, according to the report from the operating company, we attempted to call your hotel room around 10 AM on the day of your scheduled activity to inform you of the cancellation. However, since we were unable to speak directly with you, we left a message on your voicemail.
Normally, in the event of a sudden cancellation, we should inform you through all possible means, including a call to the hotel. If we had been able to communicate this to you in advance, you would not have had to make the trip to the location. We also sincerely apologize for the anxiety caused by the inability to connect with you despite your efforts to reach the operating company.
We will take strict measures with the operating company and strive for further service improvement in the future.
Thank you very much for your valuable feedback despite your busy schedule.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
この度は、ハワイ最終日の貴重なお時間にご迷惑をおかけしましたこと深くお詫び申し上げます。
別途メールでもご案内させていただきました通り、催行会社からの報告によりますと、当日午前10時頃にご滞在ホテルのお部屋にキャンセルの旨のお電話を差し上げましたが、直接お話しできなかったため留守番電話にメッセージを残させていただいたとのことでございました。
本来であれば、急な不催行が決定した場合には、ホテルへのお電話はもちろんのこと、可能な限りあらゆる方法で事前にお客様へご案内する必要があり、当日も事前にお伝えすることができていれば現地までご足労いただくこともなかったと存じます。
また、催行会社に連絡いただいたにもかかわらず電話が繋がらながらず、不安を助長する結果となり誠に申し訳ございません。
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