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Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

It was the most wonderful experience

Reviewed by: knguyen

Sunset sail, great crew, great music, good food. what more can you ask for. This is one of the best trips we have in Hawaii.
I have no word to describe how anyone would not join this cruise. The scene was gorgeous and the crew couldn't be more inviting. Everyone was kind and make sure that we are safe and still have fun. I enjoyed most is the Mai Tai and the buffet . What a relaxing way to enjoy the sunset. I highly recommend this event. Is a must to do in Oahu

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/08/31
Activity Date:	2019/08/27

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Dynamite Sunset Cruise

Reviewed by: Karrie B

Without having any expectations we can say that this excursion rocked! The captain and crew absolutely exceeded expectations in all areas - food, fun, booze, music, atmosphere and views! We weren't sure what to bring or really what to expect - bottom line is, you don't need to bring anything except a smile and a desire to relax and enjoy a great evening (and a camera if you're interested in getting some spectacular pics of the sunset, beaches, and some gorgeous coastlines). The food was quite delicious and well prepared (we've been on cruises like this before in other area's and is typical "rubber chicken" stuff - that was not the case here - excellent steak, bbq chicken, veggies, and fixings! The crew (doubling as bartenders) did not skimp on the drinks and made some truly good cocktails. The crew were also fantastic in checking on everyone and making sure everyone was having a good time and getting what they needed. The music they played was awesome and really helped set the atmosphere - you could dance by the moonlight or sunset and have a few romantic moments - or just some good atmosphere. We would absolutely go again!

A group of us together for sunset on deck!

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/08/28
Activity Date:	2019/08/21

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Best sunset / dinner cruise on the islands!

Reviewed by: Stephen

The captain and crew of this boat were phenomenal! They created at atmosphere that was relaxed, fun and entertaining (no easy feat considering the diverse group on board!). The food was surprisingly excellent (we had low expectations and were quite pleasantly surprised) :) The drinks were quite good, generous and not watered down at all (again, something common on other cruises). The views were spectacular and the captain made sure that everyone knew what was coming and how / where to enjoy the sights. We would absolutely go out on this boat / trip again any time were on the island. Cannot recommend this trip highly enough.

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Thank you so much! We do try our best to bring a great sailing experience to all of our guests. Have a great day! Aloha MakaniCat

View coming back into port!

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/08/26
Activity Date:	2019/08/21

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

The experience was awesome!

Reviewed by: Lydia

The cruise was lots of fun and the staff were friendly.

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Thank you for taking the time to submit a review with kind works.

Capt John

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Packages:	Aloha Friday Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/08/12
Activity Date:	2019/08/09

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

Kuhio cruise

Reviewed by: Sabrina

Great dinner great views. Take a dramamine if sensitive but other wise a great experience.

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for the 5Star review, yes if you are prone to be digestively challenged the Dramamine is a good recommendation, better to be safe.

Capt John

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Packages:	Dinner Cruise (25% Capacity)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/08/09
Activity Date:	2019/08/06

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

Excellent experience

Reviewed by: Jessica

Memorable experience for our family. The fire show was our favorite.

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Glad to hear fun was had by all.

Capt John

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Packages:	Dinner Cruise (25% Capacity)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2019/07/30
Activity Date:	2019/07/27

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Great - except for the sea sickness

Reviewed by: MarZ

The crew was great and the food was delicious. Advice for those who get sea sick: premediciate! The catamaran isn't huge, so riders definitely feel every wave. The evening we went the water was really rough and seasickness definitely puts a damper on an otherwise great experience.

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/07/30
Activity Date:	2019/07/27

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Great - except for the seasickness

Reviewed by: MarZ

The crew was great and the food was delicious. Advice for those who get sea sick: premediciate! The catamaran isn't huge, so riders definitely feel every wave. The evening we went the water was really rough and seasickness definitely puts a damper on an otherwise great experience.

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/07/28
Activity Date:	2019/07/27

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

A Great Time On Oahu's South Shore!

Reviewed by: Dave

We had the most awesome time on Makani Catamaran! The views of the city are beautiful and give you a very different perspective of the city from the ocean.

The catamaran is well maintained, clean, and very stable on open waters. The best place to sit is up front near the trampolines as you head out towards Diamond Head.

Captain Brad, Adam, and Tommy were very personable, and made sure that all passengers were having a great time.

We highly recommend this sunset cruise. It is so relaxing and absolutely stunning!

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/07/13
Activity Date:	2019/07/11

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Kidney transplant 29

I was so excited for this ride and dinner. I became extremely sick during the cruise having had a kidney transplant a few months before and an infection. The crew and captain were amazing not only we they extremely kind but the captain got us an Uber to the hospital. They also bagged up my dinner which we accidentally forgot in the Uber but it smelled delicious. The people on that ship are truly good people and I won’t forget their kindness!

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Glad everything worked out ok, thank for taking the time to send such a nice review.

Aloha
Capt John

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Packages:	Dinner Cruise (25% Capacity)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/07/12
Activity Date:	2019/07/09

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

Evening out for July 4,2019

Reviewed by: Rose & Josh

The crew was great,friendly staff.
Dinner was good!
Great experience!
We will be doing this again!
Nice evening out for July 4th!

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for the nice review, we now have a new dinner menu with a 3-course braised beef short dinner and prime rib on Fridays.

Aloha
Capt John

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Packages:	Dinner Cruise (25% Capacity)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/07/07
Activity Date:	2019/07/04

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

Great time

Reviewed by: Chrissy

My son was extremely sea sick but they were very helpful. Cruise was nice and the food was good! They sent home some food for my son to eat later after he felt better.

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for the nice review, the motion of the ocean can effect some people more than others like.

Aloha
Capt John

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Packages:	Aloha Friday Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2019/06/29
Activity Date:	2019/06/28

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

We had such an amazing time!!!!

Reviewed by: Candace Manly

We actually got there a bit early so we’re lucky enough to get one of the few free parking stalls right in front of the dock. While standing in line I notice this seemed like it was going to be a crowded venue with how many people were there, but to my surprise it was quite comfortable.
We were greeted immediately once on the boat by the staff who were very accommodating. They answered any questions we had and even assisted with taking pictures of my husband and I so we could have the beautiful sunset in the background.
The food was also better than I expected. There was a wide array of options including some meats, vegetables, and vegetarian options. They were all really tasty.
The bar opened right as we got into open water and stayed open till last call after we docked. We bought the souvenir cups which if you refill more than twice is worth the $8 to purchase. You get more per refill and the refill is cheaper. Plus, it’s a great travel cup with lid and straw.
There was music playing in the background speaker than was a nice gentle theme. It set the tone for a nice relaxing ambiance. Not to obnoxious and not elevator type either. I quite enjoyed it as well.
Even my expectation with the boat itself was surpassed. It looked a little smaller than I expected but it was also quite comfortable. The seating was on the lower deck with several tables in the dining area. Most people started out The trip in this seated area (as we did). Everyone ended up on the top deck meandering around by the end of the trip.
I vividly remember this little girl who at the beginning of the trip was crying and fussing. Seemed like she was having a miserable time and no one could console her. By the end of the trip even this little girl was laughing and living the night up like the rest of us. I thought to myself if the staff can manage to make this little girls night amazing then they can do anything!!
This was an amazing adventure and I would recommend it to anyone who asked!!!

Enjoying the beautiful sunset scenery

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/06/23
Activity Date:	2019/06/20

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

A great evening!

Reviewed by: Amanda from Texas

So glad we chose this fireworks dinner cruise over others. Captains Tiger and Stephanie and the staff put in so much effort to make you feel welcome and have a good time. Dinner was served as it was cooked, so it was all hot and fresh, and we had the perfect spot for a view of the fireworks show. On the way back, we were treated to hula performances and fire spinning. It was a very nice evening and we will do it again.

Reply from activity provider

Thanks for the nice review, we appreciate it. we have a new menu with Prime Rib on the Friday fireworks trip all prepared fresh by our new on bored chef, hope you join us again.

Aloha
Capt John

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Packages:	Dinner Cruise (25% Capacity)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/06/04
Activity Date:	2019/05/31

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

Such a great experience

Reviewed by: Amber

The pictures we took alone were reason enough to take this cruise! The colors were unbelievable and the view from up top was amazing. It was a perfect night. Food was good, entertainment was good, fireworks were good but the whole experience and views were unforgettable! Thank you!

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Great shots thanks for sharing, glad you had a good trip

Aloha
Capt John

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Packages:	Dinner Cruise (25% Capacity)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/05/13
Activity Date:	2019/05/10

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

So much fun

Reviewed by: Shannon

The food was great, crew was friendly, and it was a wonderful evening!

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And a good time was had by ALL, thanks for taking the time to give us a review

Aloha
Capt John

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Packages:	Dinner Cruise (25% Capacity)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/05/10
Activity Date:	2019/05/03

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

Take this cruise

Reviewed by: Susan

Great food, beautiful scenery. Entertainment was fun.

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WOOHOOO sounds like you had a good time. thanks for the nice review

Capt John

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Packages:	Dinner Cruise (25% Capacity)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/05/03
Activity Date:	2019/04/30

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Great evening

Reviewed by: Keith stokes

This was a great experience, the shuttle arrived right on time to pick us up, had to wait on the dock for about 20 minutes while the prepared for us to load which wasnt to bad, there was just the right amount of people so it wasnt to crowded, the food was amazing, the bar service top notch, and it was a nice smooth sailing and a perfect position for everyone to see the fireworks, would recomnd to to anyone to do from couples to families

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Packages:	Friday Sunset & Fireworks Sail
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/04/29
Activity Date:	2019/04/19

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

A delicious, romantic, and exquisite dinner cruise

Reviewed by: MsTravelGal

This was our first sailing experience in Hawaii and we were more than satisfied with the evening. From the boat, to the crew, to the food, and the sunset, everything was perfect. The 65' vessel was clean and spacious with plenty of room to walk around and take in the views from every direction. Diamond Head crater in the evening light was majestic and stunning.
Throughout the sail, the crew were all helpful and attentive. In addition to their regular duties of serving food and drinks and providing knowledge of marine life (we saw a whale!), they also played the role of photographers and were kindly willing to take pictures of guests with the beautiful sunset as the backdrop.
Also worth mentioning was the delicious food. If you're vegan or vegetarian, no need to fear! They were very accommodating and provided various options like tofu wraps, spring rolls, rice, potatoes, and steamed/sauteed tofu with veggies. I certainly did not leave hungry! And of course the exotic cocktails were refreshing and yummy.
The Makani Catamaran dinner cruise exceeded our expectations and left us eager to set sail again!

Reply from activity provider

Mahalo! We are so happy to have you experience Makani, we look forward to having you aboard again!
Have a great Makani Day!
Aloha MakaniCat

Enjoying our complimentary mai tai and the view!
A stunning, multicolored sunset
Mesmerizing sunset in paradise
Mixed veggies, white rice, tofu roll, and grilled tofu. Also available: beef and chicken.
Another sailboat enjoying the evening water
Diamond Head in the golden sunset glow

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Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/03/26

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

Great

Reviewed by: Pookie

Wonderful customer service, great food. & beautiful time.

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Thank you for the review

Aloha
Capt john

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Packages:	Dinner Cruise (25% Capacity)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/03/18
Activity Date:	2019/03/15

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Amazingly great tour!!!

Reviewed by: Kathy

Amazing tour!! Captain Brad, Adam, and Chris did a great job pointing out whales. We saw 6 including a baby. Beautiful sunset made the trip even more special. The boat was spotless and comfortable. The food was good and they had a good selection of trips. The boat trip on the catermaran was fun and it wasn’t too crowded. Highly recommend this tour!

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/02/24
Activity Date:	2019/02/21

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Amazing experience! Best tour!!

Reviewed by: Alaskan Fans

This was a wonderful experience! Whale watching was great. Brad, Adam, and Chris were very friendly. They were helpful pointing out where the whales were. We saw 5 or more whales. Even a baby. The boat is clean and comfortable. Food was good and they had a good selection of drinks. Highly recommend this tour!

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/02/22
Activity Date:	2019/02/21

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Great Experience and Friendly Crew!

Reviewed by: Christa

This was a great cruise. It was very relaxing. The catamaran was well-maintained and clean...even the bathroom!
The crew, Captain Brad, Chris, and Adam were very friendly. They offered to take pictures, informed us about the area and Were very quick to spot Whales.
The food was good, particularly the spring rolls.
The sunset was beautiful!
The captain did a good job making sure that we were able to have the best view of the sunset. We saw several Whales, including a juvenile.
The drinks were delicious.
Be sure to bring a sweatshirt or light jacket if going in February.

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/02/22
Activity Date:	2019/02/21

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Great experience!

Reviewed by: Julian

The staff were very friendly and helpful! There’s an open bar with a variety of drinks, non-alcohol are bottomless! The buffet tasted great! Only down side is the amount of food wasn’t quite enough for few rounds for everyone given there were 20 plus people. We happened to catch a few whales during the sail, which was extra! Highly recommended!

The view against the shore
Sunset
Night lights

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/02/18
Activity Date:	2019/02/17

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Makani Sunset dinner sail

Reviewed by: Robert

Very nice casual and restful trip. The crew was very personable.

On our trip we saw whales.

Food was great with one exception that there was not enough. There is always a few customers that load there plates heaping full so other respectful customers don’t have enough to enjoy.

Suggest a little more food

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/02/16
Activity Date:	2019/02/13

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Good Service, good experience

Reviewed by: Silvia

The cruise was beautiful, the staff were very friendly and the duration of the trip was good. It was nice to receive a nice welcome and get a complimentary drink with the trip. The selection of the food was ok. Overall it was a nice experience and I would do it again.

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2019/02/05
Activity Date:	2019/01/27

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

A wonderful, laid back experience!

Reviewed by: Ild

Just got back to our hotel and my wife and I really enjoyed this experience. The sunset was stunning and we even got to see some whales! The captain and crew were really nice and friendly. My wife loved her cocktail and I got a Mana Wheat beer which was good. The food was nothing too special but my wife and I enjoyed it anyways. I went in with low expectations and was pleasantly surprised. If you're not expecting a five star restaurant experience, you will enjoy it too.

sunset from boat

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/01/04
Activity Date:	2019/01/03

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Great experience great value

Reviewed by: yusuke

They provided free pickup to and from our hotel. The party was appropriate size. The food was surprisingly good. The crews we're all friendly and they made sure everybody was having a good time. The scenery was absolutely amazing and took loads of great photos. We saw some dolphins follow us and it was a pleasant bonus. We will definitely come back for the next trip.
The only minor problem was they picked us up at 4pm, dropped us off at the pier 4:10pm and we had to wait until 5pm to board the boat.

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/01/03
Activity Date:	2019/01/02

Makani Catamaran Waikiki Sunset Cocktail Cruise with Drinks & Transportation

Sunset catamaran sail

Reviewed by: Angeline L. Fasano

My husband and I throughly enjoyed the sunset cruise which happened to be on New Year’s Day 2019!
We were impressed by the professionalism and punctuality of the crew from start to finish.
We were picked up by their shuttle who pick up from Waikiki, cost was included. They arranged this at the time of booking.
Our favorite part of the cruise was the intimacy & the fact that we were able to see a whale!
There were 25-30 guests and the catamaran felt spacious and comfortable.
Tips; where something comfortable, long sleeves or sweater is a must. It gets quite windy and chilly. Photo opportunities are endless. Have fun and make sure to purchase the “sippy cup.” It’s a nice keepsake, but most of all it’s essentially more bang for your buck if you’ll be drinking more than the 1 drink ticket that is provided.
Oh and make sure to take Dramamine if you’re worried. about getting seasickz it can be a rocky one. Hope this helps. Enjoy!

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Packages:	Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2019/01/03
Activity Date:	2019/01/01

Prince Kuhio Waikiki Sunset Cruise with Freshly Prepared Dinner

Great Experience!

Reviewed by: Punahele

The timing, Food, and entertainment was awesome. The fireworks show to top it off was beautiful. Friendly Staff. Overall what a great experience. I will definitely refer this cruise to everyone... Thank you!!

Reply from activity provider

thanks for the nice review, we now serve a 3-course Prime Rib Dinner on the Friday fireworks trip

Aloha
Capt John

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Packages:	Dinner Cruise (25% Capacity)
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2018/12/17
Activity Date:	2018/12/14

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