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All Reviews for Best Interactive Luau Activities in Oahu
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Toa Luau Authentic Polynesian Dinner Show & Admission to Waimea Valley [5:00 PM]
Toa Luau
Reviewed by: Jeannette
The Luau was amazing. The surroundings were beautiful. Highly recommend.
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| Packages: | [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/23 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
FIRE, food & show!
Reviewed by: Mariam
Overall, great show! The food was delicious and hearty portions. The show was so good - lots of Polynesian dancing and fire-knife dancing. Chief Sielu was a great host and HILARIOUS!!
Would recommend trying to get the Royal (VIP) seating for better seating for the show! I booked Paradise (General) because the Royal was already sold out for the date that I was available.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/27 |
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 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Awesome Luau!!
Reviewed by: Leandra Mora
This was our first Luau. My family and I had such an amazing time! Awesome to learn about the history and culture. The show was amazing, it was such a great time. Highly recommend!! It was great! Felt the love! Food was delicious! Thank you for an amazing time!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/01 |
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 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Great time!
Reviewed by: Lopez family
We had a great time! Things have changed a little due to Covid but we still had a great time!
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/06 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great fun, lively and interactive show.
Reviewed by: Amanda
The food was pretty good. Much better than a couple other luau’s that I have been to in the area. They offered a plate with a little of everything or you could go through the line and pick only what you wanted. They had pulled pork, fried chicken, fried fish, salad, rice, asian noodles, cooked taro root, rolls and for dessert white cake with white frosting and pineapple chunks. They offered individually packaged condiments of ranch dressing, Tabasco sauce, ketchup, soy sauce, butter, as well as small cups of poi and pico de gallo.
We had the royal package and had great seats. The seating was set up in tables of 4. My husband sat side by side and another couple sat on the other side of the table. We had another table of 4 right next to us. The Covid seating restrictions have been relaxed significantly as of June 21st when we went.
The royal package benefits that the paradise didn’t get is drink service at the tables (paradise have to walk to bar), 3 free drinks, fresh orchid lei (paradise get nut lei), closer seating to stage, first to go to buffet.
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/06/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/20 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Chief’s Luau
Reviewed by: R. Kinder
Outstanding show with tons of energy. Well worth the money to see it.
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/20 |
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!
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 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Isiah made us at home. Jansen is anexcellent driver! When the food was served, we were treated with an authentic, honest to goodness Hawaiian luau! The performance by the house folk group was astounding! A 5 star experience!
Reviewed by: Vanessa snd Ramon
Isiah made us at home. Jansen is anexcellent driver! When the food was served, we were treated with an authentic, honest to goodness Hawaiian luau! The performance by the house folk group was astounding! A 5 star experience!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/06/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/05 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Outstanding Luau
Reviewed by: Nicole T
Such a well thought out organized and creative luau. I’ve been to other luau’s on the island, but this one is hands down the best. The Chief was so entertaining and the shows were amazing! I was also able to take terrific photos! Highly recommended.
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/28 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great luau !!!
Reviewed by: Tracy Webster
Chiefs luau was so entertaining. Chief was hilarious and the dancers were amazing. We loved the atmosphere and staff was so friendly. I recommend this as a MUST go to event. Food was really good. We were so glad we picked this luau and would definitely go to again. Thank you all for a wonderful experience.
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/20 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Simply amazing!
Reviewed by: Mike
A MUST DO event whenever visiting, great food, learned so much, and the fire show at the end is INCREDIBLE. I would not want to miss this
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/19 |
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!!
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.
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 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Highly recommended Luau
Reviewed by: Ju_Ride
We had an Amazing time at Paradise Cove and were so pleased with how welcoming the staff was. We highly recommend you visit paradise cove for an awesome experience.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/11 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Entertaining
Reviewed by: Lynna Ampe
I would have given Chief’s Luau a Great, because the entertainment was the best. Thee food ok. How ever I took our two boys 15 and 16. Paid adult prices. Was told by Veltra, that they could have a virgin Mai tai or coke, sprite, etc.. however they would not give the guys drinks unless I paid extra for them.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/04/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/09 |
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!
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 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Awesome!!!
Reviewed by: Brittni
We have done the Ka Moana luau this was sooo awesome! Food was good, service was great, and the show was so awesome and engaging! 100% would recommend!!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/25 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Amazing Birthday Celebration!
Reviewed by: C. Walls
We flew from Seattle and purchased the Deluxe Package to celebrate my husbands 45th birthday. I didn’t know what to expect and was wondering if I wasted my money due to a previous review stating that buying purchasing the Deluxe Package was a waste because of COVID. Well, I’m soooo glad I purchased the higher package option! We had full table service, to include drink service and our meal being delivered to us on glass plates. The other packages had to get up and get their food from the buffet area where it was pre-packaged so there was a definite distinction with the Deluxe Package. If you have never been to this luau, it’s a MUST! The food, customer service and show was phenomenal! My husband and I were totally satisfied as this luau totally exceeded our expectations!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/21 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Kind of bummed
Reviewed by: Heidi
We took my Son for his birthday, and did the deluxe package. Was exited as we would be up close to watch the show. Was sad to learn the buffet is closed, and the options of food they bring to your table is minimal. I remember coming before and there being so many options.
The pre shows are bleh. They don’t even do the ceremony of raising the pig from the ground. They just roll the pig on a cart thru the seating area.
The good was “okay” at best. Again, wish there would have been more options. Also, the table service was just for dinner. There were not enough staff members to do drink orders for us from our table. So, essentially it was a waste to do the deluxe package. Everyone else had their food brought to them as well with a less expensive package. And, the seating is close enough to where you can see the show decently from any table.
The photo they give you at the end of you/your party - we ended up with 3 of the exact same picture. Not even a minor change. It’s like they printed the same photo 2 times. And free gift was a little whine/mixed drink tumbler . Not really something my 10yo will use. Would have been nice to have a different option for the younger kids.
My opinion, don’t waste your money on the deluxe package.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/14 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
great show pleasing attitude of staff but poor qualiity food
Reviewed by: Ann
We enjoyed the show and the staff was pleasant and were quick to help. We wished the food was fresh. It felt like cafiteria food. We had higher expecations for the price.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/03/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/03/05 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great time even through the rain!
Reviewed by: Mainland Friends
My girlfriend and I just recently attended the luau on Valentine’s Day. We were welcomed in and sent straight to our table which was set up very nicely. The show was absolutely amazing even though I feel it was a little short. It started raining pretty heavily and although we appreciated the ponchos it does seem that tents should have been built to avoid what the forecast predicted. This made it really difficult for us to enjoy our food because everything was soaked. All in all the food was decent. We did however have to wait 15 to 20 minutes for someone to notice our on the table signifier for a waitress or bartender to serve us. Fortunately it did work out in our favor as by the time our food and drinks arrived the rain had settled. The chief was extremely funny and we have an experience that we plan to take back to the mainland and talk about for years to come. If you do happen to go to the luau make sure you check the weather because I guarantee you would enjoy it more with clear skies. To the event, I was strongly suggest that pop-up tents are invested in so that customers can truly enjoy the night as expected regardless of the weather.
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/02/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/02/14 |
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...
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 |
伝統ルアウ＆ハワイアンショー「パラダイス・コーブ 」開放的なオーシャンフロントで本場の雰囲気を味わえるショーやサンセット鑑賞＜現地集合可／コオリナ・リゾート内＞
最高の空間でした！
Reviewed by: 0779
送迎バス付でワイキキから乗車し、ルアウを見に行きました。15分程送迎バスが遅れてはいましたが、バスガイドさんがとても車内を盛り上げてくれたり、一緒に乗っていた人達も愉快で、非常に楽しい空間でした。
コーブに到着して、ディナーショーが始まるまでの間、無料で様々な体験が出来、あっという間に時間が過ぎて行きました。ディナーショーの構成も素晴らしく、コストパフォーマンスの良いツアーだったと思います。
次回もぜひ訪れたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン（サイド席） |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/03/10 |
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 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Outstanding entertainment and food!!!!!
Reviewed by: Michael A G.
It was a totally Hawaiian experience from the entertainment to the delicious food!
Just an authentic feel with great music all entwined with guest participation and fun!
And through it all we even learned a lot about the culture and people of the islands!
I highly recommend to anyone planning a trip to Hawaii because the Chief’s Luau is a must see!
My wife and I will never forget it.
Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Aloha Package - Standard Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & One Drink |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/14 |
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 |
伝統ルアウ＆ハワイアンショー「チーフズルアウ」豪華ビュッフェディナーと元世界チャンピオンのファイヤーダンスが圧巻のショー＜ウェット・アンド・ワイルド・ハワイ内＞
楽しかったー！
Reviewed by: はなこ
私達は2月の下旬に行きました。
家族で行ったので、全員でアロハシャツを揃えて、女性はアロハのワンピースで行きました。が、食事からショーからすべて外だったので、いくらハワイでも2月は寒かったです。上着、普通にパーカーやジャンパーが必要なぐらいでした。
でも行く時からバスの中で手拍子の練習や、言葉の由来などを教えてくれて、楽しみながら行けました。
もちろん全部英語でしたが、ガイドさんが頑張って日本語で話してくれたり、身振り手振りを入れてくれるので、あまり英語が分からなくても楽しめました！
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| Packages: | 【1-3月限定割引キャンペーン】／ディナー優先案内＋ドリンク4杯付きプラン＜ステージ前席＞ |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/03/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/27 |
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Aloha and Mahalo Jeannette for giving us a great review and rating. We are glad you had a great time with us at the luau and enjoyed Waimea Valley. Hope to see you guys again soon!