Reviewed by: mint-blue
I participated on February 11. The weather was cloudy, there were strong winds at sea, and the air conditioning indoors made it quite cold. However, considering the low budget and that breakfast was included, I was satisfied. I was able to see whales multiple times, which was great. It took about 3 hours and 30 minutes from leaving the hotel to returning, so the schedule was easy to manage.
2月11日に参加しました。天候は曇りで、海上は強風、室内は冷房が効いていたので、実は寒かったです(@_@;)
しかしながら、低予算で朝食付きということもあり、満足しました。肝心のクジラを何度も見ることができましたので、良かったです。ホテルを出発して、戻ってくるまで3時間30分程度だったので、スケジュール的にも楽々でした。
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| Posted on: | 2013/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Jamie
We were staying at the Sheraton for a friend's wedding and decided that this was close and a perfect way to spend an evening, and boy were we were right! The delicious and bottomless maitais made for a great night and the best way to enjoy Hawaii's signiature sunshine.
The boat boarded right from the beach almost directly in front of our hotel, and from there we cruised along Waikiki for unbelievable views. The crew was excellent and this is a must do for anyone wanting to go sailing in Hawaii. Enjoy!
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/28 |
Reviewed by: こば
This was my first time participating in a whale watching cruise. I didn't know there were whales just a few kilometers from Waikiki. Depending on the timing, we could only see a little bit of their backs in the distance, which was a bit disappointing.
はじめてホエールウォッチングクルーズ参加。
ワイキキから数キロのところにクジラがいるなんて知りませんでした。
タイミングもりますが遠くに背中が少し見える程度だったのでちょっと残念でした。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. There are days when very active whales come close, so please come back to search for those whales again. All of our staff are looking forward to your 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。
日によってはとてもアクティブな鯨が近づいてくる時もあるので、
またそんな鯨を探しにいらして下さい。
皆様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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| Posted on: | 2013/02/28 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
For those who participated in the morning cruise, it was reported that they only saw a baby whale briefly, and it seemed that the participants from another tour yesterday had a similar experience, so I honestly didn't have high expectations.
However, during the afternoon cruise, we were able to see adult whales and baby whales up close, as well as whales jumping in the distance. Although we chose a course that included a meal, my son was so excited about the whale sightings that he neglected his food to go watch the whales, and he was thrilled to have seen them a total of 21 times. I regret thinking that if we had chosen the course without lunch from the beginning, we could have focused more on the whales.
I definitely recommend the no-lunch option for those who really want to see whales.
朝のクルーズに参加の方は、子供のクジラがちょっと見えただけとのことで、昨日の別のツアーの方も同じような状況だったので、正直、あまり期待していませんでした。
ところが、お昼のクルーズでは、大人のクジラや子供のクジラが近くで見ることが出来たり、遠くでジャンプするクジラも見ることが出来ました。
折角、食事つきのコースにしたのですが息子はクジラ情報がでると食事そっちのけでクジラを見に行ってましたが、合計21回見れたと大変喜んでいました。はじめっから、ランチなしのコースにしておけば、私たちもクジラに集中できたのでは?と反省しています。
是非、クジラを観たいという方は、ランチなしがお勧めです。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
It's amazing that you were able to see whales 21 times!
To protect the whales, we cannot approach within 100 yards, but sometimes they come close and put on a spectacular performance.
It truly is lucky when that happens!
We hope you will come back to see such whales again.
All of our staff are looking forward to your 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。
21回も鯨を観れたとはすごいですね!
鯨を守る為、100ヤード以内は近づく事は出来ませんが、鯨の方から近づいてきて、豪快なパフォーマンスを見せてくれる事もございます。
そんな時は本当にラッキーですよね!
是非またそんな鯨を観にいらして下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
予約課
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/27 |
Reviewed by: miyu!
I made a reservation on the night of my arrival in Hawaii!
The dinner cruise's food and performance were very satisfying!
The vow renewal ceremony also became a wonderful memory, but I couldn't catch everything that was said in English during the proceedings (^_^;)
Also, since it was the night of my arrival in Hawaii, I was feeling a bit dazed from jet lag, and towards the end of the dinner cruise, I was battling sleepiness (^_^;)
If you're not confident about dealing with jet lag, I wouldn't recommend the dinner cruise on your first night in Hawaii (>_<)
If it weren't for the sleepiness, I might have enjoyed it a bit more (>_<)
ハワイ到着日の夜に申し込みました!
ディナークルーズのお食事&パフォーマンスは大満足でした!
バウリニューアルのセレモニーも素敵な思い出になりましたが、
ただ、進行する時の言葉が全て英語であまり聞き取れなかったです(^_^;)
それから、ハワイ到着日の夜と言う事もあり、時差ボケで頭が朦朧としてきて
ディナークルーズの終盤は睡魔との闘いでした(^_^;)
時差に自信ない方は、ハワイ初日のディナークルーズはおすすめ出来ません(>_<)
睡魔が襲ってこなければ、もう少し楽しめたかも(>_<)
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
It might be a good idea to join us on the last day of your trip to Hawaii next time.
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す。
今度はハワイ旅行最終日にご参加いただくのも良いかもしれませんね。
皆様の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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| Posted on: | 2013/02/26 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
A large bus came to pick us up at the hotel, and the explanations in Japanese were thorough, which made us feel at ease participating.
Unfortunately, we couldn't see any whales, but the boat was large, so it didn't sway, and we were able to enjoy a wonderful cruise.
大きなバスでホテルまでお迎えに来てくださり、
日本語の説明もしっかりあって安心して参加できました。
残念ながらホエールを見ることはできませんでしたが、
船が大きかったため揺れることもなく素敵なクルーズを
おくることができました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We are very sorry that you were unable to observe any whales.
If there is another opportunity, please do come and search for whales with us.
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。
お客様に鯨をご観測いただけなかった事、大変残念に思います。
またの機会がございましたら、是非鯨を探しにいらしてください。
皆様の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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| Posted on: | 2013/02/24 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Last time, I participated in the daytime Takamalan. I was very impressed then, so this time I joined the sunset event. The views of Waikiki, the sunset, and Diamond Head from the yacht are all breathtaking. I believe it's definitely worth participating at least once.
前回は昼のタカマランに参加しました。
そのときも大変感動したので今回はサンセットに参加。
ヨットから見るワイキキ・夕日・ダイヤモンドヘッド・どれをとっても感激します。
一度は参加する価値大いにあると思います。
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Cindi Light
Enjoyed the entire morning activity. Saw several pods of whales and the boat ride itself was fun. Would recommend light sweater as it was very windy!
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Mint
Thanks to you, I was able to see whales up close. The staff told us, "When the boat suddenly turns, there will be a whale nearby," and right after that, one appeared.
On the way back, I learned to play the ukulele and performed in front of everyone... I had a very fulfilling time. If I have the chance to go again in winter, I would definitely like to participate. Thank you very much.
おかげさまで、すぐ近くでクジラを観ることができました。
「船が急にターンすると、すぐ近くにクジラがいるよ」と
スタッフが教えてくれて、実際その直後に出現しました。
帰り際にはウクレレを習って、
皆の前で演奏したり・・・
とっても充実した時間を過ごすことができました。
またぜひ冬に行くことがあれば、参加したいと思います。
ありがとうございました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We are very pleased that you were able to observe whales up close.
Please do come back and join us on our cruise again.
All of our staff are looking forward to your 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。
鯨を近くで観測していただけて、大変嬉しく思います。
是非また私共のクルーズに遊びにいらしてください。
皆様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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| Posted on: | 2013/02/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The sunset and fireworks were both amazing! However, on that day, the wind was strong and the waves were high, causing quite a bit of rocking on the boat. My companion got seasick, so I had to take care of them, which meant I could only enjoy about half of the experience. Still, I was satisfied. Despite causing some trouble for the staff, they responded with smiles throughout, and I am very grateful for that.
サンセット、花火ともに最高でした!
ただ、この日は風が強く波も高く船の揺れがけっこうあり、連れ添いが船酔いをしてしまい介抱していたため半分位しか楽しめませんでした。それでも満足でした。
スタッフのみなさんに迷惑を掛けたにもかかわらず、終始笑顔で対応していただき感謝・感謝です。
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/20 |
Reviewed by: みー
On the last day, I went with a friend.
There were hardly any Japanese participants, so I really felt like I was abroad.
The captain spoke in English, but even though I didn't understand, I enjoyed the atmosphere. The music playing and everyone getting into the groove was fun, and the sunset was truly moving. I was lucky enough to see a whale and a rainbow.
However, even if the weather is nice, I felt cold, so it's definitely best not to stay in a wet swimsuit. A cover-up is absolutely necessary.
The boat sways due to the waves, but the ride isn't too rough. Drinks were distributed freely, but I hardly drank any because it was cold.
The sunset on the last day was really the best!
最終日に友人と乗りました。
参加メンバーに日本人はほとんどいなくて、海外に来たなぁと感じられます。
なにやら英語でキャプテンが話したりしてますが、分からなくても雰囲気で充分楽しめました。音楽が流れて周りもノリノリになるのも楽しかったですし、
サンセットは本当に感動します。偶然クジラや虹見れました。
ただいくら天気が良くても寒いと感じたので、濡れたまま水着で…とかは絶対にやめた方がいいです。羽織りが必ず必要です。
波によって揺れますが激しい運転ではありません。ドリンクは勝手に配られるって感じでほとんど飲んでません。寒かったので。
最終日のサンセットは本当に最高でした!
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/18 |
Reviewed by: いちのすけ
The ship was surprisingly large, and there were participants from various countries on board, which made it very enjoyable. It might be due to the season, but it felt a bit chilly while anchored offshore, so I recommend bringing a warm jacket. It's not often you get the chance to see Waikiki from offshore, and with the waves, the background music, and a Mai Tai, I was completely in a good mood.
思いの他大きい船で、乗船される参加者も色々なお国に人が居て、とても楽しかったです。
時期的な事かもしれませんが、沖合いで停泊している間はやや肌寒い感じがしましたので、しっかりと上着を用意する事をお勧めします。
なかなか沖合いからワイキキを見る機会も無いことですし、波とBGMとマイタイで、すっかり良い気分になりました。
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was a whale watching experience blessed by good weather, but I only saw a baby whale spouting in the distance at first, and after that, I couldn't see anything else. Well, it's a living creature, so there's nothing we can do about it.
However, the staff with the Japanese guide were wonderful, and it’s not often you get to enjoy the view of the horizon from the boat, as well as Waikiki and Diamond Head, so I had a great time!
Since it's a trip abroad, it might also be nice to hear local recommendations from the Japanese guide.
天候にも恵まれたホエールウォッチングでしたが、
最初に子どもクジラの潮吹きが遠くに見えたっきり、それ以降は見る事ができませんでした。まぁ、生き物なので仕方ないですね。
しかしながら、日本語ガイドのスタッフの対応も素晴らしく、また船上から水平線を眺めたり、ワイキキ&ダイヤモンドヘッドを眺める事が出来る機械はなかなかないので、十分楽しめました!
せっかくの海外ですので、日本語ガイドから現地のおすすめ情報を聞いたりするのも良いかもしれませんよ。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We are very sorry that you could only see a whale from a distance, but we are glad to hear that you enjoyed the view from the ship.
All of our staff is 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。
鯨は遠くに少し見えただけだったのは大変残念に思いますが、船からの景色をお楽しみいただけた事はこちらも嬉しく思います。
皆様の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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| Posted on: | 2013/02/12 |
Reviewed by: Gary
We had a very pleasant sunset sail on the MaiTai. The crew was great, the free flowing maitai's tasty, and the sunset beautiful. We managed to see a few whales as well. A fun time. I'd do it again.
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/06 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I might have had too high expectations. I was able to see the whale several times, but it was quite far away, which made it feel a bit lacking in impact.
期待しすぎていたのかくじらが何度か見ることができましたがかなり遠い!?のか小さいのか少し迫力にかけた感じが残りました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
To protect the whales, we have a rule that prohibits approaching within 100 yards, but sometimes very friendly whales come close to the boat. They also show us some impressive actions.
Please come back to search for such whales again.
All of our staff are looking forward to seeing you.
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。
鯨を守る為、100ヤード以上は近づいてはいけない事になっておりますが、時にはとてもフレンドリーな鯨がいて船に近づいてくる時もあります。そして大きなアクションを見せてくれる時もございます。
そんな鯨を探しに是非また遊びにいらしてください。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
予約課
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/05 |
Reviewed by: Tahoecouple
We had a great time!
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/05 |
Reviewed by: mami
I participated in the morning tour on January 3rd. Unfortunately, I didn't see any whales at all. The breakfast included eggs, sausages, and bread, and it was quite substantial for the price.
During the New Year period, the weather in Honolulu was consistently bad with rain coming and going, but thanks to that, I was able to see a big rainbow from the boat.
I have been on the Star of Honolulu dinner cruise several times, and during those times, it makes a U-turn just before Diamond Head. However, this tour goes even further. It was interesting to view Oahu from the sea, as well as the backside of Diamond Head.
But I really wanted to see whales...
1/3の午前中のツアーに参加しました。
残念ながらクジラは全く見ることが出来ませんでした。
朝食は卵やソーセージ、パンなどがあり、お値段の割にはしっかりと取れました。
お正月の期間ホノルルはずっと天候が悪く雨が降ったり止んだりでしたが、お蔭で船から大きな虹を見ることが出来ました。
スターオブホノルルのディナークルーズに何度か乗ったことがありますが、その際はダイヤモンドヘッドの手前あたりでUターンします。
ですが、こちらのツアーさらにその先まで行きます。
海からオアフ島を、またダイヤモンドヘッドの裏側まで眺める事ができたのは面白かったです。
でもクジラを見たかった…
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
Winter is the rainy season in Hawaii, so January tends to have a lot of rain.
We are glad that you were able to enjoy the rainbow from the ship.
One of the highlights of the cruise is viewing the backside of Diamond Head, which is not something you can see every day.
Please come back to search for whales on a sunny day.
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。
冬はハワイの雨季ですので、一月は雨が多いですね。
少なくとも船の上から虹をお楽しみいただけた事、私共も嬉しく思います。
中々普段では見られないダイアモンドヘッドの裏側を眺めるのもクルーズの醍醐味ですね。
是非またお天気の良い日に鯨を探しにいらしてください。
皆様の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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| Posted on: | 2013/02/03 |
Reviewed by: hasuki-PAPA
The weather was bad, I got seasick, and there were no whales; it was the worst.
天候が悪く、船酔いはするは、鯨は居らず最悪でした。
Thank you for joining our cruise.
We are very sorry that you were not able to enjoy your experience.
Please come back on a nice day.
All of our staff look forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
Reservations Department
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、有難うございました。
お客様にお楽しみにいただけなかった事、大変残念に思います。
また、お天気の良い日に遊びにいらして下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
予約課
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| Posted on: | 2013/02/03 |
Reviewed by: keiko
Looking out at Waikiki Beach from the sea, Diamond Head presented a different view than usual, with the blue sky and blue ocean, and the gentle breeze made it perfect.
Whales appeared on the surface multiple times, and each time we were in a flurry of excitement.
I have visited Hawaii many times, but this was my first whale watching experience. I wasn't very interested at first, but it turned out to be much better than I expected.
ワイキキビーチを海から眺め、ダイヤモンドヘットもいつもと違う景色、青空に青い海、風も穏やかで最高でした。
クジラも何度も水面に姿をあらわし、その度に右往左往。
大きな船で船酔いもせず快適でした。
何度もハワイを訪れてますがホエールウォッチングは初めて、あまり興味なかったのですが思っていた以上でとても良かったです。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. The view from the sea is even more beautiful, and we recommend enjoying the scenery of Waikiki from a different perspective. We are very pleased that you were able to observe whales. 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。
海からの眺めはまたより一層美しく、また違った角度からワイキキの景色をお楽しみいただけるのでお勧めです。
鯨を観測していただけて大変嬉しく思います。
皆様の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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| Posted on: | 2013/01/31 |
Reviewed by: toshi
On January 8, my spouse and I participated. We go to Oahu every year, but we rarely visit during this time, so we joined a whale watching tour for the first time, which can only be seen during this season.
After boarding, the captain provided explanations about the direction of the whales in English, but there was immediately a Japanese interpreter, so it wasn't a problem if you didn't understand English.
The meal was served buffet-style with a wide variety of drinks (alcoholic beverages were cash only) and desserts. When a whale appeared, the captain announced it, and the whale would show up in that direction, but it was a fleeting moment, making it challenging to capture. However, we were lucky to see the whale raise its tail about three times up close.
I had used the Star of Honolulu for dinner cruises a couple of times, and it was enjoyable to experience a different view of Waikiki at night. We participated in a course without transportation, but after disembarking, many shops inside Aloha Tower were closed and it was quite deserted. We took a 10-minute walk to explore downtown and Chinatown.
1月8日に夫婦で参加。
オワフには毎年行っているが、この時期は行くことが少ないので、この時期にしか観られないホエールウオッチングに初めて参加した。
乗船後、船長からクジラが出たときの方角等の説明が当然英語であるが、すぐに日本語通訳の説明があるので英語が分からなくても問題ない。
食事は、ブッフェ形式で飲み物(アルコール類はキャッシュ)、デザート等種類も豊富であった。
クジラが現れると船長のアナウンスがあり、その方向にクジラが出現するが、一瞬なのでタイミングが難しいが、近くで尾を上げる姿等3回ほど観られたのでラッキーであった。
スター・オブ・ホノルル号には夜のディナークルーズに2回ほど利用したが、ワイキキ等夜とは違った景観を楽しむことが出来た。
送迎なしのコースに参加したが、下船後はアロハタワー内の商店は店を閉めているところが多く閑散としているが、10分ほど歩いてダウンタウン、チャイナタウンを散策した。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed a different view compared to the dinner cruise.
Aloha Tower used to have many shops until a few years ago, but unfortunately, most of them are now closed. It might be nice for guests like you to take a short walk and visit Chinatown.
All of our staff looks forward to welcoming you again.
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。
ディナークルーズとはまた違った景色をお楽しみいただけた様で大変嬉しく思います。
アロハタワーは数年前までは沢山のお店がございましたが、今では残念な事に、殆どのお店が閉まっております。お客様の様に少し歩いてチャイナタウンなどにお寄りいただくのもよろしいかと思います。
皆様の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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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Beautiful way to spend the sunset. A warning to other ladies: no bathroom + strong, unlimited drinks, so plan accordingly.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/26 |
Reviewed by: sana
I used this service during my honeymoon trip to Hawaii in January 2013. I was able to encounter whales several times. When the whales were visible, the staff would announce it and let us know. Until then, we could enjoy lunch and relax comfortably on the boat.
However, there are a few tips to keep in mind for whale watching:
- Whales tend to surface for only a few seconds to a few tens of seconds before returning to the water.
- Even if the staff informs you and you look in that direction, the whales may already be back underwater and not visible.
- Once you've finished your meal, if you go out on deck and leisurely gaze at the sea, you might spot whales even before the staff does, which seems to be a more efficient way to see them.
The onboard announcements were also in Japanese, which made the experience very enjoyable.
2013年1月に新婚旅行ではじめてハワイに行った際に利用しました。
くじらに何度か遭遇することができました。くじらが見える位置にきた際にはスタッフがアナウンスして教えてくれます。それまでは、ランチを楽しんで船内でゆったりくつろぐことができます。
ただし、くじらを見るためのこつとしては、次のポイントは押させていた方がいいかもしれません。
?くじらは、浮かんできても数秒~数十秒くらいでまた海の中に戻ってしまいます。
?スタッフが教えてくれて、その方角を見に行ってももう海の中にいてみれないこともあります。
?ある程度食事がすんだら、自らデッキにでてのんびり海を眺めていると、スタッフよりも早くくじらを発見できるので、こちらのほうが効率にくじらに会えるように思います。
船内では、日本語での案内もあり、とても楽しめました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We appreciate your valuable feedback.
Please come back to search for whales again.
All of our staff sincerely look forward to your 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。
貴重なアドバイスをありがとうございます。
是非また鯨を探しにいらしてください。
皆様のお越しをスタッフ一同心より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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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/24 |
Reviewed by: アポロチョコレート
I participated with a friend without having breakfast.
I was moved to see both whales and dolphins up close! I was able to see a mother and calf whale passing under the boat as well! The captain and staff provided announcements (in English and Japanese) about where to look for the whales, making it easy to spot them! I would love to participate again!
友人と2人で朝食抜きで参加。
クジラもイルカも近くで見れて感動しました☆
クジラの親子やイルカが船の下を通っているとこも見れました!!クジラが見える方向もキャプテンやスタッフからアナウンス(英語、日本語)が適宜あり、すぐに見つける事ができます!また参加したいと思います♪
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
It was truly lucky to see a mother whale and her calf, as well as dolphins swimming beneath the boat!
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience.
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。
鯨の親子やイルカが船の下を通ったところを見られたのは本当にラッキーでしたね!
お楽しみいただけた様で私共も大変嬉しく思います。
皆様の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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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/22 |
Reviewed by: まるさん
- I found it worthwhile to participate, thinking I could experience the feeling of cruising.
- We encountered two whales and were able to see them spouting for a while.
- We frequently spotted dolphins, although they weren't very close.
- The Japanese-speaking guide made frequent announcements, which were easy to understand. Even during times when there were no whales, it was enjoyable to hear explanations about the scenery visible from the boat.
- I participated while carrying a small child in a baby carrier, and it wasn't too bumpy, so there were no issues.
- The restroom was spacious and well-maintained.
- The guide mentioned, "Today the whales are close," but I was surprised, thinking, "Is this really close?!" The visibility was such that I wouldn't have noticed if I hadn't been told it was a whale. When pointed out, I could see the spouting between the waves.
- I was interested in the shopping mall around the pier, so I intentionally chose not to have a shuttle. However, many stores were closed, making it a rather lonely mall. I regretted not taking the shuttle plan to return right away, as there was no value in spending time there after the event. Instead, I visited the palace and Chinatown. It took just over ten minutes on foot through the office district to reach the palace. I returned by bus.
- I chose the breakfast plan. The coffee was decent, but the scrambled eggs were so bad that they made me feel sick just thinking about them. Since there were no whales, I went for a refill, but there was hardly anything left. If you want to eat a lot, be sure to take plenty during the initial serving, as there are very few options, so it's best not to have high expectations.
・クルージング気分を味わえると思えば参加する価値がありました。
・鯨は2頭遭遇でき、潮吹きがしばらく見れました。
・いるかはたびたび見かけました。いるかまでの距離はそれほど近くないです。
・日本語担当のガイドさんが、頻繁にアナウンスしてくれて分かりやすかったです。鯨がいない時間帯も、船から見える景色を説明してくれて楽しかったです。
・小さい子供をおんぶ紐で縛って参加しましたが、それほど揺れないし、問題ありませんでした。
・トイレも広くてきれいにしてありました。
・「今日は鯨が近いよ」とガイドさんが言ってましたが「この遠さで近いのか?!」と逆にびっくりしました。鯨だ!と言われなければ気が付かない程度の見え方です。言われてみれば、波の合間に潮吹きが、というレベル。
・船着き場周りのショッピングモールに興味があり、敢えて送迎なしにしました。しかしながら閉店しているお店も多く、とても淋しいモールでした。イベント後に寄る時間を用意する価値は全くなく、送迎プランですぐ帰った方が良かったと後悔しました。そこで宮殿とチャイナタウンへ寄りました。オフィス街と通って徒歩10分強で宮殿に着きました。帰りはバスで帰りました。
・朝食プランを選択しました。コーヒーは普通においしく、スクランブルエッグが思い出しても気持ち悪くなる程、まずかったです。鯨が出ないのでヒマでおかわりに行きましたが、ほとんど残っていませんでした。沢山食べたい方は、最初の盛り付けでたくさんよそってください。種類はとても少ないので期待しない方が良いです。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
While we cannot approach the whales within 100 yards, there are days when the whales come closer to the boat. On days when we encounter active whales, you may even see them jumping. If you have the chance, please come back to look for such whales again.
Aloha Tower Marketplace used to be a bustling place with many shops until a few years ago, but unfortunately, most of the shops are now closed, and as you mentioned, it has become a rather lonely place. I believe that guests like you who extend their visit to Chinatown will have a more enjoyable experience.
Regarding your comments about the meal, I will translate them into English and forward them to the manager in charge to help improve our services in the future.
Thank you for your valuable feedback.
All of us at Star of Honolulu are looking forward to welcoming you again.
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。
鯨には100ヤード以上近付け無い様になっておりますが、日によっては鯨の方から船に寄って来る事もございます。アクティブな鯨に遭遇出来た日はジャンプをする鯨を見られる時もございます。チャンスがありましたら、またそんな鯨を探しにいらしてください。
アロハタワーマーケットプレイスは数年前までは沢山のお店で賑わった場所でしたが、残念ながら今は殆どのお店は閉まってしまい、お客様のおっしゃる通り寂しい感じのする場所となってしまいました。お客様の様にチャイナタウンまで足を伸ばしていただいた方がお楽しみいただけると思います。
お食事に付きましては頂きましたコメントを英語訳の上担当のマネージャーに転送させて頂き、今後のサービス改善に役立たせて頂きます。
貴重なご意見有難うございました。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同心より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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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/22 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
the hotel is really nice but at this activity they dont give you enough food. small portions and everyone gets the same food. the entertainment is ok but definitly not worth the price. the fire dancer is only 5 minutes long. ours was inside, that was disappointing as we thought it would be outside. overall find a different activity or a different luau.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was a very good value tour first thing in the morning. I was very satisfied to see whales.
朝一番のとてもお得なツアーでした。
クジラも見れて大満足です。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We are very pleased to hear that you were satisfied.
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。
ご満足いただけて大変嬉しく思います。
皆様の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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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/20 |
Reviewed by: でんでん
Since it was a day with strong winds, we took motion sickness medication for both ourselves and the kids. The breakfast selection was limited, but the taste was quite good with sausage, rice, and oranges. For about 45 minutes after boarding, we only saw the whales spouting a couple of times, but then we got to see their tails and fins coming up and down several times, as well as some backflips, which was incredibly exciting through the binoculars from the fourth deck. My husband filmed it, so the kids could watch it later (the kids stayed with their mother on the boat). While on board, they prioritized explanations in Japanese (on the deck, they provided Japanese guidance after the English announcements, but by then the whales had already submerged), and there were several staff members who spoke Japanese, with the captain even playing with our child. I recommend staying on the fourth deck even if you don't understand English, as it's easier to see from above. We were lucky. Thank you, Joy.
風の強い日の参加だったので、子供共々酔い止めを飲んで参加しました。朝食の種類は少ないですが、味はソーセージ、ご飯、オレンジなど結構美味しかった。乗船して45分くらいは2.3度の鯨の潮吹きだけでしたが、そのうち鯨のしっぽや横向きでヒレを何度も上げ下げしたり背面ジャンプしたりと4階から双眼鏡越しに大興奮。横の主人がビデオ撮影してくれたので後から子供もゆっくり見られました(子供は母と船内で)。船内にいる間日本語での説明を優先してくれたり(デッキにいると英語の後に日本語案内、でもその時には鯨は潜ってしまう)、日本語の話せるスタッフが何人かいらっしゃり、キャプテンはうちの子供と遊んでいてくれていました。英語が分からなくても4階デッキにいることをおすすめします、上から見るほうがわかりやすいので。ラッキーでした。ジョイありがとう。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We are glad to hear that you encountered active whales on the day of your visit.
We are also very pleased that your children enjoyed themselves.
Please do come back with everyone again.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
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。
お客様のご参加された日はアクティブな鯨に遭遇出来た様で良かったですね。
お子様にもお楽しみいただけた様で、大変嬉しく思います。
是非また皆様でお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同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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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/20 |
Reviewed by: yume
We participated as a family on January 2nd, and unfortunately, the weather was not great. I have seen whale watching up close in Japan, so it was just okay for me. We did see whales, but because the boat was large, we could only see their backs from a distance. However, the food was better than I expected, and I think it was nice to view Honolulu from the sea, especially since I've been there many times.
1月2日にファミリーで参加、あいにくの天候でした。
ホエールウオッチングは日本でも間近で見ているのでまあまあかな?と言う感じでした。
クジラは見れましたが舟が大きいせいもあり、遠くに背中が少し見える程度でした。でも思っていたより食事はおいしかったし、何度も行っているホノルルを海から眺めるのは良かったとおもいます。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise this time. The view from the ship is always wonderful, isn't it? Please do come back with your family again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
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。
船の上からの眺めはいつ見ても良いものですよね。
また、是非ご家族で遊びにいらしてください。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
予約課
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/20 |
Reviewed by: るるこっちゃ
It was a 2 to 3-hour cruise, and the weather was great, the scenery was beautiful, and we even saw a rainbow, making it an excellent tour. I wasn't expecting to see many whales, but we saw more than I anticipated, and the kids were thrilled. I didn't think we would see so many. The breakfast was also good. (The air conditioning on the boat was a bit too cold.) I would love to participate again if I have the chance.
2~3時間のクルージングでしたが、天気もよく景色もよく虹も見えて非常にいいツアーでした。
クジラはあまり期待していなかったのですが、期待以上に沢山見ることが出来、子供も喜んでおりました。
あんなにたくさん見れるとはおもいませんでした。
朝食もよかったです。
(船内のエアコンが効きすぎていてちょっと寒かった)
また機会があれば参加したいです。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that your children enjoyed seeing many whales. Please do come again with your family to see the whales. 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。
お子様にも沢山の鯨をお楽しみいただけた様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非また、ご家族で鯨を見にいらしてください。
皆様の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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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/19 |
Reviewed by: Richard Lang
First time to Hawaii and first time for whale watching. The ship is big and nice, staff are friendly, and we get to see whales multiple times, sometimes at very close range, maybe 60 ft from the ship. Very good experience, and the price for morning shift is only $29.99, unbeatable. Overall very good!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/18 |
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Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are very pleased to hear that you were able to observe whales.
All of our staff look 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。
鯨を観測いただけた様で大変嬉しく思います。
皆様のまた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