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Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great experience
Reviewed by: Diane A.
Awesome! Greatest experience. One of the highlights of our trip Mahalo
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/27 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Good show but could be better...
Reviewed by: Heidi
The show was good. The host is very entertaining. Food is as usual, nothing spectular. Upon arrival, only adult received drink tickets which the description did not indicate kids and youth don't get ticket for drink. With the price, the kids deserve soda tickets. It will be better if there are more pre-show activities, such as more photo backdrops and more lighting.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/27 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Such a great time to learn and enjoy. We loved it and will return soon.
Reviewed by: Ginger Shaw
We loved the PCC and all it offered. I still admit the Samoa man Cap, is still my favorite, even after 15 years, he's still there and such a delight. We loved the origami birds also in Samoa. So much to see and enjoy. We love you!!!
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/22 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Loved It
Reviewed by: Kara
They gave us an anniversary shout out which was awesome!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/21 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Very well organized
Reviewed by: Stacey
We booked a shuttle to and from the Luau and paid for the Standard Package. This set up was perfect. The shuttle boarding was organized, spotless, and new. Our guide filled us in on expectations of the ride and luau. There were funny stories/laughter/entertainment on the bus. The luau was exceptional, professional, very well organized and laid out. Something for everyone. The dancing/singing was fantastic, everyone could see the open air stage from their seats, food was fantastic and lots of it. Drinks were aplenty, beautiful backstage for pictures either by a professional for purchase or your selfie.
I would absolutely take this again and recommend it to everyone!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/14 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Awesome Show
Reviewed by: Lydia
We had a really great time. From our bus host to the main event. Cousin Tao was our bus host and she made the 45 minute bus ride fly by. She educated us on the culture the tattoos and made us laugh. She talked about pearl harbour, the climate of the island, as well as some of her native language.
We enjoyed the food. The pork was flavorful, chicken was good. Like anyone, I stayed away from what I knew I wouldn't like. Drinks were ok, but we aren't big drinkers to begin with. The main show amazing. Chief was very entertaining. The dancers were authentic. They tell a story and explain each islands culture, while entertaining you. The finale was great with multiple fire knife world champions. I highly recommend this luau! Yeah it's not on the beach, but so what! I learned about the culture, and had great food.
Also at the end of the night we ended up with two drunk strays. Cousin Tao, even though she didn't have to. She could've just said sorry you aren't on the roster and made them get off the bus. She
Called her boss, asked him to come back to bring them back to Waikiki. I thought that was super nice of her. If you want a genuine luau experience go to Chiefs luau.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/14 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Had a great time once we arrived
Reviewed by: R Gaspar
Our arranged bus was 20 min late, but part of the blame was a nearby hit and run (so traffic staggered around the police and paramedics). This caused us to miss most of the pre-show. Can't really fault anyone for that - just wished we had experienced it.
They no longer separate parties by table, so no more actual COVID separation (on paper/signs, they ask people to wear masks when away from their tables, but hardly anyone did so and no one enforced it).
Food was great. Buffet style, both sides of 2 rows of tables. Pick what you want, go back as much as you want. Lines were quick.
Performance was awesome. I wasn't aware that they had world champion fire dancers in the troupe. I personally loved the stories and explanations of each dance.
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| Packages: | Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/16 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Beautiful setting!
Reviewed by: Mercy
It was such a beautiful setting much nicer than others I’ve been to. The food was just ok and there was too much pause from the entertainment. They wanted people to spend money at their gift shop and buy a portrait. The band would stop playing during these periods.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/24 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Lovely Experience
Reviewed by: Kara
Loved the pretty parrots and learning how to authentic hula!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/13 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Amazing experience1!!
Reviewed by: Matt
Overall an amazing experience from the start! Just walking in everybody is already a joker. The performances were captivating and incredible to watch. Not to mention the food that went with it!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/15 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Wonderful experience!
Reviewed by: Brittney
Awesome experience. The people are so friendly. We’d enjoyed all the stories and the surroundings. It was all organized very well and you can tell, Chiefs family spend a lot of time on all. Can’t wait to experience this again!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/06 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Amazing Luau!
Reviewed by: Cindy
My entire family attend Chief's Luau and it was wonderful from top to bottom. They provided a huge amount of good food and moved people through the line quickly. Chief Sielu was delightfully funny, wise, heartfelt and shared his culture in such a beautiful way. All of the musicians, dancers and fire/knife dancers were absolutely amazing. All the performers showed such a passion and love of their culture. I would highly recommend this luau for anyone wanting to learn more about Polynesian culture.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/24 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour
Reviewed by: Angel
The whole tour was fantastic. My family and I had a wonderful time. Seeing the different cultures and stile of living and activities was astounding. The shows that they put on in each island was energetic and very informative. We also watched the final show the Breath of Life. Don’t want to spoil it so you have to come and see it in person. Part of our tour was the food that was included in our purchase. The food was phenomenal. So many different type of food from different cultures. Again you must come and experience it yourself. A five star in my books.
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| Packages: | Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/06 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
We loved!
Reviewed by: Juliana
Simply amazing
Good food, great shows and such a beautiful place
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/03 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Good show/food, Odd location
Reviewed by: Megan
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Great show. Very entertaining for all ages. The fire dancing was amazing. Chief was funny and a joy to watch. The food was better than I expected with how many people they were feeding. They ran out of some of the items and for it being an all you can eat, they closed the lines down quickly after everyone had a serving. The food lines also moved quickly.
Cons:
The location. It is inside the wet n wild water park which definitely takes away from it being authentic. Some of the tables has shade but many didnt. They have you get there at 5 but thinks dont really start until closer to 545 so you are just sitting there roasting and burning. I expected more activities to do woth the family but there werent any to do at all except look at 2 booths of trinkets. You also have to use the wet b wild bathrooms and they were so so dirty and smelly.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/02 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Awesome event
Reviewed by: Casey
Very educational, great food and amazing entertainment
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/30 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Chief’s Luau
Reviewed by: The Sager’s
This show was outstanding. It surpassed all of our expectations. The talent and skills were evident and the energy level was high throughout the night. On the needing improvement side of things, the lines to get drinks were unbelievably long and very slow. The food was average at best but they were feeding 1000 people.
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| Packages: | Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/08 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Paradise Cove Review
Reviewed by: The Sager’s
The grounds are beautiful, but it was just an average experience in our opinion. This luau show itself was low energy and our bus leader was on the over stressed and anxious side. The pre show had all sorts of activities going on that made the experience more enjoyable for anyone with kiddos. The lines for drinks were plentiful and went very well. The buffet food lines seemed to be going in the wrong or opposite direction, as one had to traverse everyone in line with a full plate of food.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/11 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Paradise cove luau on the beach at Ko Olina Resort
Reviewed by: Buckner family
My overall experience at this resort was that it was a beautiful place to enjoy and experience laughter, family, love and great music. The resort overall was beautiful sensory with singing and luau dancers dancing next to the ocean. There were items that we didn’t like for example the food. The food was cold and very uncomfortable unclean. What I mean by this is that it was more like a buffet before COVID was established., no one was serving our food and we had to serve ourselves, just a recipe for disaster. Our seating arrangements at the luau were very confusing too, we given a guide to seat us, to sit us by a number system arranged on the tables., with the number of people at this luau their so be a better system on how they seat people for a better experience.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/08 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Always a pleasure
Reviewed by: Kara
My family likes to come back each year to this luau, as they ALWAYS make you feel like home! I love the location and the sunset right in front of you.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/25 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Chief luau
Reviewed by: Mita
Wonderful family affair
Just wish they had guest interaction not just couples
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/03 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
They didn’t call you Chief for nothing
Reviewed by: Midweek
This is not your regular Luau event that you go to. My husband and I were celebrating our 5th year wedding anniversary and it’s his first trip after 35 years. I was surprised to know that I was not only watching or going to a luau but also going to a comedy show. Chief was amazingly great! His delivery was superb and did not seem rehearsed but was very natural. The staff (i feel bad that I didn’t get his name :( but he was great) took care of a mishap that happened and was very professional. Everyone was so great and I will definitely go back and tell my friends to make sure to see Chiefs Luau.
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| Packages: | Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/16 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Awesome Performance
Reviewed by: Cheryl Ray Martin
This Luau is a must! It is so entertaining. The Chief’s story is so heartfelt, the performance is awesome and the food is amazing! I am so glad we chose this Luau to attend. Definitely one of a kind performance!
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| Packages: | Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/16 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great Event
Reviewed by: Kara
If you have limited time in Hawaii, this is a MUST DO! The atmosphere is amazing, the hosts truly make you feel like family! Delicious food & drinks-A perfect blend of laughter, history, and talented performers.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/16 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
Paradise Cove Luau
Reviewed by: Amj616
From 5-645 you just check out some activities that they have. Its a sand beach so wear appropriate shoes. Meal is ok and entertainment is good. I feel they should get a better description of the evening.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/14 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Wonderful family entertainment.
Reviewed by: Vickers & Family
We have been to others, but this one was the best ever! It was unforgettable
Nonstop entertainment with lots of variety, engaging the audience as well.
The basket weaving, coconut and fire demonstrations were great. Such a variety of food, drink and hula dancing, war dances, and lest anyone could forget, the fire dances ! We loved it!
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/06 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great experience with the family
Reviewed by: Christine
Such a nice time with the kids. They enjoyed the dancers the most and they really had skilled and amazing dancers. The Chief is entertaining and kind and just joyful. I enjoyed him hosting. The food is also very good and the kids tried everything. I think they did so well with the buses and the set up and the service. Its memorable. It’s a very large gathering and I’m amazed at how well they handled so many people.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/13 |
Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort
This was such a great experience!
Reviewed by: Alix
We loved the luau! It was our first night on the island and such an amazing way to start the trip! Thank you all for the amazing food, show and hospitality!
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/05/17 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Amazing!!!
Reviewed by: Mar
Such an amazing experience!!! Absolutely loved it.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/10 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great entertainment, fire dancing was awesome!
Reviewed by: V and B
I thought the chief and group was wonderful but venue was weird. Wet n wild???? Would be better on a ocean front setting. My first husband/wife dance was on stage and will always be remembered.
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| Packages: | Royal Package: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/09 |
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