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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Culture Center (PCC) all day with buffet and show

Reviewed by: bakerrjmd

The PCC was great. The shows from the villages were funny and informative. Each had their own story to tell. The buffet was really good. It’s worth the money and the time. To be able to see things before the buffet I would suggest showing up around 1200 to look at the shops and then go right into the culture center g go if the activities and shows.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/05
Activity Date: 2021/07/03

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Amazing culture experiences

Reviewed by: Family Vaca Planner

This is one of the best place for our teenage children to learn some hands on history of US while vacationing. Dinner Buffet is fresh and delicious. We really enjoy fresh fruits and Poke.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/06/26
Activity Date: 2021/06/18

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Absolutely amazing!! A MUST DO!!!

Reviewed by: Monique

I can not recommend this enough!! If you are on Oahu it is worth the trip to Waimea Valley. This was my family & I's absolute favorite thing we did in Hawaii! It was incredibly personable, authentic, and overall an amazing luau. They were all very nice and made a point to come to every table and talk with all of the guests. They even went above and beyond by helping the table next to us and walking their baby around in the stroller so that they could eat their dinner. Everyone was in awe at how amazing the crew made this experience for everyone. They were truly enjoying teaching everyone about the Polynesian culture from the Polynesian Islands, and it made the experience that much better. Can not recommend enough! GO GO GO!

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Aloha and mahalo Monique for this review! We are so thankful and glad to hear that you had a great time with us and enjoyed the luau, we want to make you feel welcomed and well accommodated and get the chance to enjoy every bit of the luau. We appreciate you guys for coming and hoping we'd see you guys again soon if you ever get to visit the island again!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/06/08
Activity Date: 2021/05/03

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Absolutely loved it!

Reviewed by: Lisa P

Beautiful hike to a Waimea Falls. The botanical gardens were beautiful and.full of history too. Easy hike for my kids Got to swim in the lagoon under the falls at the top. I love that they provided life jackets. Once we came down and changed it was off to the luau. We had a great time participating in some of the cultural activities and learning the Polynesian history and culture. Dancing was amazing and food phenomenal. My family really enjoyed it -especially my 11 year old and 15 year old. Highly recommend!!

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Aloha, and mahalo for your review! We are especially delighted to know your children had fun at the luau, and we really hope to see you again when you're back in Oahu. God bless you and yours!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/05/01
Activity Date: 2021/04/07

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

FUN

Reviewed by: eniigotcha@yahoo.com

fun interactive luau experience. cousin Billy was the funniest ever, we enjoyed our first luau with very friendly staff and night full of culture experiences.

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Aloha and mahalo for your review! We'll be sure to tell Cousin Billy you left him a review - we find him to be engaging and hilarious too! ^_^

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/05/01
Activity Date: 2021/03/12

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Going back!

Reviewed by: Heidi

We were initially skeptical of going to any Luau after a previous experience we had on Maui. We were concerned it would feel like a crowded dinner show instead of an authentic experience. We live on Oahu and had guests who really wanted to go. Tao Luau appealed to us because Waimea Falls is a beautiful setting away from resorts, and it has way less occupancy for the event then the others (200 compared to up to 800!). We were pleasantly surprised at the warm welcome, hands on experience, delicious dinner, and stunning show. We have visitors coming in a week, and more in the summer, and have already booked for two more times!

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Aloha Heidi, and mahalo for your review! We are pleased to know you had a great experience at the luau, which was initially not what you thought it was. We are glad we have changed your mind about activities like ours. We have planned everything about the luau having one goal - make it a great experience for everybody. Come see us again when you can :-) Mahalo!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/04/03
Activity Date: 2021/03/10

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Amazing, authentic experience!

Reviewed by: erkerk10

I lived on Oahu, and have attended many of the popular, industrial, Luaus on the island. Due to Covid, most were closed, so we went with Waimea Valley Toa Luau. I can say it was by far the most intermate, and authentic luau I've ever been to. The "cheaper" tickets still have a great, elevated view. The members/staff/performers are all family and the demonstrations they have are authentic to their history. With the admission to Waimea valley included, you can easily make an entire day of exploring the valley and concluding with the Luau. It truly felt like a family cookout (which is the true spirit of a luau) and not an assembly line of people and mediocre food (as most other industrial luaus are). Homemade coco drink, and no less than 5 fire throwers at once, put Waimea Valley Toa Luau over the top for me. Also, not a coconut bra in sight...

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Aloha and mahalo for your review! We are very glad to know you had a marvelous time at the luau! We hope to see you again ^_^

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/01/05
Activity Date: 2020/12/26

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Definitely the highlight

Reviewed by: Jolene

Everything was great. Tour guides were so cute and had so much knowledge. Each island was very entertaining. Even though it rained heavily most of the day it didn't dampen the experience. The ending pageant was fabulous. We were a little disappointed in the luau but still very entertaining. Definitely something we would do again. Waited 45 married years to get to Hawaii and see this event.

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2020/03/28
Activity Date: 2020/03/02

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Excellent cultural experience

Reviewed by: Cmschwab

I upgraded to the ambassador package and this allowed More time to check out the exciting performances. Chesser made our tour fun and interesting. Had a great overall experience visiting for the first time. Really enjoyed the HA theatrical performance with the amazing fire dancers.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2020/03/10
Activity Date: 2020/03/04

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Great experience

Reviewed by: Cori

Polynesian center was amazing. Had a private group tour which took us through the best activities of a few islands. Was not able to see all of the islands like the itinerary stated there just want time. Luau and fire show was included. Also with this package the Polynesian center will give you an additional 3 day pass to
Come back and see anything you missed. Highly recommend!

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2020/03/08
Activity Date: 2020/02/15

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

MUST DO FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!!

Reviewed by: Ronnie G

This activity is AMAZING! My children who were 12 and 9 at the time, had such a good time learning about the different cultures. It was almost set up like a theme park where there were various places and activities to be apart of. The grounds are breathtakingly beautiful. There's so much to see and do, you will literally spend ALL DAY there!

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2020/01/10
Activity Date: 2018/03/10

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian culture center

Reviewed by: Denise

Highly recommend to use your 3 day pass. So much to do! Not enough time to do in one day. Enjoyed the hands on activities, dancing, and food. No matter where you sit for the luau you have an amazing view. Our tour guide was amazing and we met wonderful people.

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2020/01/05
Activity Date: 2019/12/11

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Amazing Polynesian Experience

Reviewed by: Shane

What an amazing day, full of many unique experiences and very friendly staff.

It started with a great host on the bus ride to the centre. He was funny, informative and well spoken. The day continued with our guide throughout the centre. I recommend paying for the Ambassador experience. It is worth the extra dollars to ensure you make all the shows on time.

The feast we had for dinner was excellent quality and ample. There was the opportunity to eat seconds and thirds if you wanted.

The final show the breath of life was an amazing display. I would have been satisfied with just that show and dinner.

I will be recommending this experience to my family and friends.

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/12/27
Activity Date: 2019/12/24

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Hands down best experience for my entire family.

Reviewed by: Beare Family

From the time we were greeted to the final good byes it was a perfect day. everyone was so kind and gracious. Our guide Raff was outstanding and is considered ohana to us. He was very knowledgeable and took care of us so well we didn't want the day to end.
Next time we return to Hawaii we will come back to Polynesian Cultural Center.
Thank you for a wonderful experience.

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Packages: Super Ambassador Luau Dinner Package & All Day Admission (Private Guided)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/12/22
Activity Date: 2019/12/19

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

An absolute must see on Oahu!

Reviewed by: Erika

This was an amazing experience and totally worth the ticket. I ended up upgrading to a guided tour which was nice in some ways because they helped me navigate the exhibits and get places but I wasn’t able to see everything I wanted to so maybe not for everyone. Overall a great experience though!

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/12/02
Activity Date: 2019/10/14

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Get the Ambassador package!

Reviewed by: Lisa

We had an incredible guide for the whole day. The extra cost was worth being able to see most of PCC in a day with lots of information about each area! We had no stress as the guide got us around the park in a very well planned fashion. Even with the PCC app we would not have done all that we did if we were on our own without a guide.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/11/24
Activity Date: 2019/11/19

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Best, authentic Luau!

Reviewed by: Brian & Jen

Very interactive - they do a wonderful job of showing you how things were done back then. You get to help cook some foods (I wish we could have eaten) and get a good look at how they lived! Cousin Billy was funny and very informative, even during our ride from Waikiki to Waimea Valley. The food and drinks did not disappoint either! After dinner the entertainment is second to none - they put on one heck of a show!

We booked VIP and loved sitting up close, but there is not a bad seat in the pavilion.

Our only complaint is that the Toa Luau ruined our other Luau. We attended Toa on Monday and then went to Diamond Head Luau on Thursday and it wasn't even close!!!

Thank you Toa Luau for one of our most memorable experiences while in Hawaii!!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Jen, and mahalo for your review. We are so glad to hear that you had fun at the luau, but at the same time very sorry for ruining your other luau. LOL Your Toa Luau Ohana though wishes that you come see us again when you're back to visit. Again, thank you very much, and see you again, hopefully soon!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/11/10
Activity Date: 2019/11/04

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Amazing show and delicious food

Reviewed by: Ashton

We did the Alii Luau dinner and standard show package and had such a great time! We were entertained the whole time while we ate and the food was amazing! The Ha: Breath of Life show was very well done and I loved the amount of fire dancers that they had. There are plenty of shops, places to grab food and things to see there to where you can really make a whole day out of it! It was overall a really cool experience.

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/10/26

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Fantastic

Reviewed by: Juliep7162

We had an absolutely fantastic time. It rained the entire day and never put a damper on any of the festivities. Our luau dinner was delicious. One of the best activities we participated in on our recent vacation to Oahu. Each of the villages not only provided us with information and a look into the culture from a variety of islands but they also provided activities for us which were fun an interesting . If I ever return to Hawaii I will go to the Polynesian Cultural Center for the full day experience including the luau.

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/10/02
Activity Date: 2019/09/14

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Awesome experience

Reviewed by: Mike

We had a wonderful time! Not the typical luau where you basically eat, then watch a show. It’s very interactive, we are able to do things. Staff were so friendly and it really felt like a big family celebration. Highly recommended! Plus the free admission to the fall was breathtaking

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Mahalo for the wonderful review! We at Toa Luau are doing our very best to make sure the experience is fun and memorable, and we are glad to have been able to share this with you! Your Toa Luau ohana wishes to see you again on your next visit. :-)

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/09/05
Activity Date: 2019/09/02

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

So much to do.....so little time!

Reviewed by: Peggy D

We really enjoyed the day and had an excellent guide - JJ. Her beautiful smile was refreshing as was everyone's who worked there. Seemed like they all enjoy their job and are proud of the PCC.
So much education, impossible to see and grasp in one day. Beautiful scenery, wonderful entertainment. Was a little too warm, could have used a little AC here and there but no complaints!

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/09/03
Activity Date: 2019/08/26

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Great Guide!

Reviewed by: David F

The guided tour and the whole experience was very good. We have actually seen a better Luau, however, the show made up for any kind of disappointment we would ever have with the Luau. Great facility, very clean, especially the restrooms. Wonderful family experience.

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/08/17
Activity Date: 2019/08/14

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Great day out for whole family.

Reviewed by: Tim

Entertaining evening enjoyed by whole family. Plus bonus swim in waterfall during the day. Hard to beat.

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Aloha Tim, and mahalo nui for your review. I'm glad that you had the chance to swim in the falls too. We hope to see you again when you come back to visit the island!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/07/18
Activity Date: 2019/07/15

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Fantastic Luau with perks

Reviewed by: cawesome

The luau itself was amazing. My family and I enjoyed participating in the pre show activities while learning about true polynesian culture and traditions. It's a smaller luau with only about 200 guests but with the smaller number of patrons you really get to interact and learn from everyone involved.
The host for the activities, Uncle Bob, has a great sense of humor as do the men that do the "cooking" and food prep demonstrations. These men are no joke, they even climbed up the coconut trees. They teach you about a traditional tribe welcoming and uses the guests to act as the tribes while explaining the rituals associated with welcoming guests to their community.
Not a huge selection of foods to sample but everything there was delicious. Kalua pork, teriyaki chicken, macaroni salad, green salad with macadamia nuts, rice, rolls, chantilly cake from Teds Bakery and a coconut type of jello dessert.
The family band that played music during dinner was Amazing. Those kids can really sing! The dancing was very traditional, not just girls in coconut bras and hula skirts, but real polynesian dancing showcasing dances from a variety of the polynesian islands. I was a VIP guest and we were right at eye level with the stage but it looked like most people would have quite a good view of the stage. We also got to go to the buffet first and got great souvenirs. My husband and I got hand fans, my son got a wooden Maui-type hook necklace and my daughter got a wood beaded bracelet that said Hawaii with hibiscus flowers printed on it. After dinner and show on your way out you were able to speak more with the staff and dancers and take pictures with them.
If it was your birthday we all sang happy birthday and you got an extra piece of cake, if it was your anniversary or honeymoon they brought you onstage for a slow dance and gave you a nut lei.
All this plus you get entry into the Waimea valley where you can swim in a waterfall and see beautiful trees and foliage!

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Aloha, and mahalo mui for your review. We are review. We are pleased to know that you had the best time at the luau. It is with delight that we read your review of your luau, which we have planned to be an Interactive one. I by the way also hope the band played and sang Blue Bayou. That song, sang by an of the kids is a real tear jerker.

  • Fire dancers

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/07/09
Activity Date: 2019/07/03

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

A wonderful day

Reviewed by: Kristi

What a great cultural experience. Ideal for all ages & families! A big day, but a great day learning about pacific cultures :)

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/07/07
Activity Date: 2019/07/05

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Worth it!

Reviewed by: NVP

The Toa Luau was a great first luau for our family (30 to 60 year olds). Waimea Valley itself is beautiful; definitely come at least 2 hours early to be able to walk to the waterfall and enjoy the scenery. The pre-luau activities like weaving grass head bands, husking coconuts etc were fun. The show itself was fantastic too - they performed authentic ceremonies and dances from different Polynesian islands. The host was hilarious! Only slight downside was the food was only mediocre. We are all vegetarian and our main entree was bland quinoa; but we were happy there was even a vegetarian option (you have to request ahead of time though). Overall this luau is definitely worth it and we will recommend it to all of our family and friends!!

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Aloha, and mahalo for your review! We are glad you had fun at the luau although it looks like we need to work on our menu. When you come back to do the luau please let us know beforehand so we could make preparations for you to have a better meal. We hope to see you soon!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/07/05
Activity Date: 2019/07/01

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Luau & PCC fun

Reviewed by: Mama of 3

Everyone in my family really enjoyed the Polynesian culture center! The guide was amazing, Ian And everyone was so kind. They made a special effort to entertain my eight-year-old which was really nice.

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/06/22
Activity Date: 2019/06/19

Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]

Honeymoon Heaven

Reviewed by: Kathy

This was our first time in Oahu and first time at a Luau. Highly recommend Toa
Luau. We arrived a few hours early since ticket includes admission to the Waimea Valley Gardens and Falls. Bring swimsuits and take a dip into the waterfalls at the end of the valley! We walked back to the Luau in time for the fun activities and 'pre-Luau' events includes crafts. We attended as a couple but this would be wonderful for families. The Luau then began with an amazing show complete with dancing and fire! Cousin Billy our host was entertaining and hospitable--the entire experience has a 'family' welcoming vibe. The food was good with a variety of choices. Because we were on our honeymoon Cousin Bill called up all the anniversaries/honeymoon couples for a special gift and blessing which was so special to us. We would definitely return this time with our family! Great job Toa Luau we'll be back!

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Aloha, and mahalo for your review! Your Toa Luau Ohana is looking forward to seeing you again :-)

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/05/26

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Relaxed with variety of shows

Reviewed by: Beth

Shows at each of the Polynesian cultures were scheduled to flow from one to the other. Huki: A Canoe Celebration was a beautiful gathering of the features of all cultures represented at the park. Being a small physical park area, walking between activities was not stressful and workers were happy to help if you couldn't find a show. Great value for money.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/05/10
Activity Date: 2019/05/06

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Loved it

Reviewed by: Lucinda

We purchased the Super Ambassador package and we were treated like royalty. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and respectful. Iotua was our guides name so we highly recommend him. Learning about the other islands in the pacific was fun. They told you just enough that now we would like to visit each one. The parade on water was really something you don’t want to miss. Also the Breath of Fire program was awesome!

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Packages: Super Ambassador Luau Dinner Package & All Day Admission (Private Guided)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/05/05
Activity Date: 2019/05/02
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