Reviewed by: ハワイ好き
According to this experience, there were almost no Japanese people present. In fact, it would not be an exaggeration to say that there were none except for our family.
We took two large buses from Waikiki to Paradise Cove in the Ko Olina area. It took about 40 to 45 minutes. There was an explanation about the venue on the bus, but everything was in English, so I couldn't understand what was being said. However, it was okay not to catch everything. They repeatedly reminded us of the bus number for the return trip, so as long as you remember that, you’ll be fine.
Once we arrived at the venue, we received a Mai Tai and headed to our assigned seats. From there, we had about two hours of free time until the show started. I think it's more fun to actively participate in the activities inside the venue! I rode something like a sea kayak, and it was a lot of fun☆
The hula we saw, accompanied by the blowing of the conch shell, was really beautiful against the sunset. I felt that it was worth coming just for that.
We chose the standard course, and we were satisfied with both the meal and the seating. The salmon poke and fried chicken were delicious. The course includes two alcoholic drinks, which was more than enough. Both the taste and appearance were tropical and very tasty. The show was also authentic and we got to see plenty of it. There was a guest participation time during the show as well. It was fun to watch foreign guests participate enthusiastically without feeling shy(^^).
The return trip was lively with foreign guests, but I ended up sleeping soundly.
While there was a sense of being in the minority without any Japanese people, I enjoyed the feeling of being in a foreign country, which I didn’t feel much in Hawaii. Also, the beauty of the sunset in the Ko Olina area and the starry sky is something you can't experience in Waikiki.
こちらの体験談の通りほぼ日本人はいません。
ほぼというより、私たち家族以外いないと言っても間違いないくらいでした。
ワイキキから大型のバス2台ほどでコオリナ地区にあるパラダイスコーブまで向かいました。
40〜45分ほどかかります。
バスの中で会場の説明がありますが、全て英語なので言っていることはわかりませんが、聞き取れなくても大丈夫でした。
帰りのバスの番号をしつこいほど教えてくれますのでそれだけ覚えられたらOKです。
会場に着いたらマイタイをもらって、案内される席へ向かいます。
そこからは2時間ほどはショーが始まるまでフリータイムです。
会場内の催しには積極的に参加した方が楽しいと思います!
シーカヤックのようなものに乗りましたがすごく楽しかったです☆
法螺貝が吹かれて向かった先で見たフラは、サンセットとあいまってとっても素敵でした。
これだけでも来た甲斐があったなと思いました。
私たちはスタンダードコースでしたが、お食事も座席の位置も満足でした。
お食事はサーモンロミロミとフライドチキンが美味しかったです。
アルコールは2杯までコースについていますが、2杯で充分でした。
味も見た目もトロピカルでとても美味しかったです。
ショーも本格的でたっぷり見られます。
途中ゲスト参加タイムもあります。
外国の方は恥ずかしがらずにノリノリで参加されるのでそれを見ているのも楽しかったです(^^)
帰りの車内も盛り上がった外国の方で賑やかでしたが、爆睡しました。笑
日本人がおらずアウェー感はありますが、ハワイではあまり感じることのなかった外国に来たー!という感じが良かったです。
またコオリナ地区のサンセットの美しさ、満天の星空はワイキキでは体験出来ないと思います。
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| Packages: | スタンダード・ハワイアン・ビュッフェ(12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/07/06 |
Reviewed by: ほりみき
I enjoyed surfing in the morning and participated in the evening, so I was able to use my time effectively. The bus had the air conditioning turned down partway, which made it comfortable, and I arrived while I was sleeping. The steak for the meal was delicious. I was able to see the show from the second row, which was impressive and great. At the end, I shook hands with the show staff. I couldn't finish the fruit-flavored ice cream that was handed out along the way because I had eaten so much during the meal, so I left some behind.
They emphasized that the buses for going and returning were different, but there were so many buses that it was difficult to find mine. However, when I asked the staff, they quickly told me where to go.
午前中はサーフィンを楽しみ、夕方からの参加だったので、時間を有意義に使えました。バスは途中でエアコンを弱めてもらって、快適だったので眠っている間に到着しました。食事はステーキが美味しかったです。ショーは2列目で見られたので、迫力があって、良かったです。最後にはショーのスタッフと握手しました。途中で配られるフルーツ入りのアイスクリームは、食事を目一杯食べていたせいで食べきれず、残してしまいました。
行きと帰りのバスが違う事を強調してもらっていましたが、バスの台数が非常に多く探すのは大変です。でも、係員に尋ねたら、すぐに教えてくれました。
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| Packages: | 夕方出発、トワイライト・デラックス 送迎付きスペシャルプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/20 |
Reviewed by: ゆーみん
After waiting for the shuttle bus for 20 minutes, I finally thought it had arrived, but a family showed up late, resulting in a total delay of over 30 minutes. Because of this, I couldn't enjoy the park tour that I was really looking forward to!
Still, dinner was delicious in a spacious setting, and the show afterward was wonderful, making me feel that it was definitely worth coming back after 20 years!
This is a fantastic place that you must visit when you go to Hawaii. Based on my experience from 20 years ago, I recommend that energetic visitors arrive earlier to explore the park. For older guests, this time slot seems to be less tiring and more suitable.
お迎えのバスを待つこと20分、ようやく来たと思って乗り込んだら一組の家族が遅れてきて、合計30分以上の時間ロス。おかげで楽しみにしていた園内散策が全くできませんでした!
それでもディナーは広々としたところでおいしくいただき、そのあとのショーは20年ぶりに、やっぱり来てよかった~!!と感動させられる素晴らしいものでした。
ハワイに行ったらマストで訪れるべき、素敵なところです。
20年前の経験からいうと、エネルギーのある方は、もっと早い時間から行って、園内を回ることをおすすめします。年配の方にはこの時間帯が疲れずいいと思います。
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| Packages: | 夕方出発、トワイライト・デラックス 送迎付きスペシャルプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/27 |
Reviewed by: 50代 男性
I was in the second row from the front, closer to the center, and it was very impressive! So, I am satisfied with the seating. The content of the show can be understood by adults, but I think it would be difficult for children, and they might get bored halfway through. The fire dance was wonderful, so I hope everyone can see it until the end. I decided to go for the deluxe course to make the meal special, but I was disappointed that there wasn't any food that made me feel it was worth it. It was a buffet style, but there wasn't anything I wanted to have seconds of. At this level, I think the standard option would have been sufficient.
中央寄りの前から2列目で、とても迫力がありました!
なので、席については満足しています。
ショーの内容自体は、大人だと理解ができますが、
子供には難しいと思いますし、途中で飽きるかと思います。
ファイヤーダンスは素晴らしかったので、最後まで見てほしいですが。
食事を良いものにしようと、デラックスコースにしましたが、
デラックスにして良かったと思えるような食べ物は無く、残念でした。
バイキング形式でしたが、おかわりしたい食べ物は無かったです。
この程度なら、スタンダードで十分だと思いました。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/17 |
Reviewed by: jun
The dance show was truly moving. The young man who guided us was also wonderful. I recommend experiencing it at least once if you go to Hawaii!
とにかくダンスショーは感動でした。案内してくれた青年もとてもすばらしかったです。ハワイに行ったら一度は体験されることをお勧めします!
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| Packages: | 昼から満喫、オールデイ・デラックス |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/05 |
Reviewed by: T.S
The food was very disappointing, but the show was really good. I think you can enjoy it just fine from the standard seats, not just the deluxe ones. The staff were Japanese, which was great.
料理がとっても、残念でしたがショーはとっても良かったです。デラックス席じゃなくても、スタンダードで十分観覧出来ると思います。
スタッフの方は、日本人でとっても良かったです。
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| Packages: | トワイライト・スタンダード 50周年記念キャンペーンプラン(送迎付き) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/14 |
Reviewed by: 釈迦&くまのぽーさん
I read about this experience beforehand, so I was prepared for the fact that Japanese wouldn't be understood. From the moment we were waiting for the bus at the Sheraton Aloha Landing, the atmosphere was unpleasant, and sure enough, my husband and I were the only Japanese on the large bus. Even when the guide was getting everyone excited, we were completely lost... The only thing I understood was that the bus we were on was number 4. It's important to remember this since we would be taking the same bus back (the return bus departs after everyone has boarded following the show).
After arriving, we put a sticker on our chests according to our seating class, received leis, and enjoyed a welcome drink of Mai Tai before moving on to take photos with the dancers.
While wandering around the venue, a Japanese staff member named Yuji approached us and explained various things. Since I was the only Japanese staff member there, he told me to call him if anything came up... His angelic words made me feel so much better.
The show itself was simply amazing and full of excitement! I won't write about the content here, so it's something to look forward to when you go.
If you're seated in the Orchid section, you receive a prepaid card worth $16 per person, so I recommend using it early. Drinks are generally around $7 to $11, and there are souvenir shops, so it's easy to spend it all.
After the show, the dancers will pose for photos in front of the bus. This could also be a fun experience!
When we were getting on the return bus, I told the guide in broken English that it was our 5th wedding anniversary and that we had our ceremony at the Crystal Chapel next door. He looked sad and said, "Why didn't you tell me?" It seems that if you mention special occasions to the guide beforehand, something fun awaits you later. We probably talked about it on the way to the venue, but we were completely lost...
It was disappointing not to understand the language, but everything else was perfect! Among the approximately 500 guests, we only met one other Japanese couple, but I think that’s the charm of experiencing a foreign country. The enthusiasm of the foreigners is fantastic, so it's important to enjoy yourself without being shy.
I want to participate again next year. Now, I really need to study English!!!
こちらの体験談で読んでいましたので、日本語が通じないのは覚悟のうえ参加してきました。
シェラトンのアロハランディングでバスを待っている時から、イヤ~な雰囲気でしたが、案の定、大型バスに日本人は私達夫婦のみ。
ガイドさんの話にみんなが盛り上がっても、ちんぷんかんぷん・・・
ただ、理解できたのが、乗っているバスが4番であること。
帰りも同じバスに乗るので、ここは重要です。(帰りのバスは、ショーが終わって全員が乗車したら出発します。)
到着後、座席のクラスに応じたシールを胸に貼り、レイを掛けてもらい、ウェルカムドリンクのマイタイを頂き、ダンサーとの記念撮影へ進みます。
会場内をブラブラしていると、ユウジさんという日本人スタッフさんが声を掛けてくれ、色々と説明してくれました。ここのスタッフで日本人は自分だけなので、何かあったらユウジを読んでくれって・・・ 天使のようなお言葉に気持ちがすぅーっと楽になりました。
ショーの内容は、迫力満点で最高!の一言に尽きます。
内容は、ここには書きませんので、行ってみてのお楽しみです。
オーキッドの席だと、一人当たり16ドルのプリペイドカードが付いていますので、早めに使ってしまうことをお勧めします。飲み物は大体7~11ドル位かな、お土産屋さんもあるので、簡単に使い切ることができます。
ショーが終わってからは、バスの前でダンサーさんたちが記念撮影に応じてくれます。
これも楽しめるかもしれませんね!
帰りのバスに乗る時、片言の英語で、結婚5周年であること、隣のクリスタルチャペルで挙式したことをガイドさんに話すと、「教えてよ~」って悲しそうな顔をしながら言ってくれました。
そうです、記念日などの場合は、先にガイドさんに伝えておくと、あとで楽しいことが待っているようです。
おそらく、行のバス内でその話をしていたんでしょうけど、私たちはちんぷんかんぷんだったので・・・
言葉が分からない点は残念でしたが、それ以外はパーフェクトですね!
500人位いるであろうゲストの中で出会った日本人は私達以外に1組だけでしたが、それこそが異国を味わう醍醐味であると思います。
外国人の乗りの良さは最高なので、恥ずかしがらず弾けて楽しむことが大切です。
来年、また参加したいと思っています。
さて、英語の勉強しなきゃ!!!
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| Packages: | オーキッド・ルアウ・ビュッフェ(12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/17 |
Reviewed by: WAIK
Since it was my first time, I chose a plan starting with dinner, but I wanted to see more of the fun park inside. Next time, I want to go during the day.
The buffet has separate entrances depending on the course, and you enter by getting a stamp on your hand. There aren't many types of food, but the seafood was particularly delicious. I recommend ordering ice cream, as they serve it for you, and you can add your own toppings.
The show was very satisfying, and even though I didn't understand the words, the dancers' passion came through, and I was moved to tears. The male performance using fire was very exciting. It seemed like it would be easy to see from the back, so it looked like you could enjoy it from there as well. We wanted to see it up close, so we chose the front, and it was really close enough to touch!
The bus ride felt long, but I definitely want to come back to Hawaii and see it again.
初めて行くのでディナーからのプランを選びましたが、奥まで楽しそうな園内がもっと見たくなりました。次は昼から行きたいです。
バイキングはコースによって入り口が分かれています。手にスタンプを押して入ります。
あまりご飯の種類はないですが、特にシーフードが美味しかったです。オススメはアイスクリームも頼むとよそってくれて、トッピングも自分達で出来ますよ。
ショーは大変満足いくもので、言葉は分からなくてもダンサーの情熱が伝わって、感動して涙が出て来ました。男性の炎を使った演目はとても盛り上がりますよ。一応、後ろの方でも見やすそうだったので、そこでも充分楽しめそうでした。私達は近くで見たい!とゆう希望だったので前方にしましたが、ほんとに触れる位近かったです!
移動バスが長く感じますが、是非、またハワイに来たら見に来ようと思います。
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| Packages: | 夕方出発、トワイライト・デラックス 送迎付きスペシャルプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/16 |
Reviewed by: Kim
Everything was wonderful!!!! From the bus ride with our awesome host, the activities, seating, food and show. It was a fantastic night out and great value for money. The food was incredible and the setting was just gorgeous. The performers were top quality and the whole show was executed with precision! I would recommend this Luau to anyone. Thanks to our driver & host for making even the drive back so enjoyable.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/30 |
Reviewed by: なおみ
During the bus ride to the cultural center, they provided information about the tourist attractions we passed, making it an enjoyable experience. The food at the cultural center was delicious, and the show was impressive and fun!
文化センターへのバスの中でも、途中通過する観光名所の案内をして下さり、楽しく過ごすことかできました。
文化センターでの食事も美味しくて、ショーは迫力があって、楽しめます!
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/27 |
Reviewed by: Katie Morales
We loved this luau! Our tour guide, Cousin Rich, was HILARIOUS and memorized everyone's name on the bus!! He took great care of us, and even sang us a lullaby on the way home...he's got one heck of a voice!
The games before the luau started were short & fun, and the hula dancers were great!! This was the first activity on our Honeymoon, and we were not disappointed. The emcee even mentioned our names during the show and had us get up to dance near the stage to the Hawaiian wedding song...it was an amazing experience. The food was good, the show was excellent, and the location was like a postcard! Singers, hula dancers, and fire twirlers were all part of the evening, and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. I highly recommend this luau!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/21 |
Reviewed by: 小林惠久美
It was definitely a luau experience I wanted to try at least once. In the reviews, someone mentioned, "The guide for the shuttle bus was a wonderful DJ, so we had a great time on the bus." They must be fluent in English. We were completely lost; even my grandchild, who has a pre-2nd grade English proficiency, said they couldn't catch much due to the accent. The welcome drink, Mai Tai, was just a weak flavor after the ice melted. The food was just as described in the reviews. However, the performances by the dancers were truly amazing; just thinking about it makes my heart warm. There were many disappointments, but I still recommend experiencing it at least once.
やはり一度は体験したいルアウでした。
口コミに「 送迎バスの案内係りの方が素晴らしいDJで盛り上げるので、バスの車中も楽しく過ごせました」 英語の堪能な方なのでしょうね。 私たちはチンプンカンプン 英検準2級の孫も なまりのせいなのかよく聞き取れなかったと言っておりました。 ウエルカムドリンクのマイタイは氷がいいだけ解けた後のうっすーいお味、お料理はどの口コミにも書かれている通りのお・あ・じ。 でも、ダンサーの方達のパフォーマンスはさすがに素晴らしかったと、思い出すだけで胸のあたりが熱くなります。残念な事は多々ありますが、やはり一度は体験をお薦めします。
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| Packages: | スタンダード・ハワイアン・ビュッフェ(12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/23 |
Reviewed by: Danny
Great location (kinda long drive from Waikiki) beach front, lots of activities before dinner, show was good, did 2 good, nothing made it stand out compared to other luaus, although the host on the bus ride was hilarious, remembered all of our names, telling jokes and gave us all a hug after dropping us off.....
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The explanation was all in English, but since they explained it slowly for us Japanese people, there was no trouble. Also, the show was enjoyable regardless of the language, and the host's talk was really entertaining.
全て英語の説明でしたが、日本人のぼくらにはゆっくり説明してくれたので困ることはないです。また、ショーは言葉に関係無く楽しめ司会の人のトークは本当に面白かったです。
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| Packages: | 最前列!ロイヤルプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/08 |
Reviewed by: Anita K
Our Luau was full of activities, food, and fun. The entertainment was VERY colorful. We are really glad that we came to Paradise Cove for our first luau.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/21 |
Reviewed by: ミント
I only participated in the night show to pass the time. It takes a bit of time to get there, but since I was tired from playing during the day, I arrived in no time while I was sleeping. After quickly finishing the buffet (I had the regular course, so there weren't many menu options, just typical things like curry and fries), I was just wandering around the store when it was already time for the show. The show itself had a storyline and felt quite professional. Although my seat was in a lower grade and far away, I still enjoyed it. It felt like an outdoor stage with a roof. Photography was prohibited. If you have a free evening during your trip, I think it would be worth checking out since the lower-grade tickets are not too expensive.
夜の時間を潰そうとナイトショーのみ参加しました。行くまでに多少時間がかかりますが、日中に遊び疲れていたので寝ている間にあっという間に到着。急いでバイキングを済ませ(わたしは通常のコースでしたのでメニューはそんなにありません、カレーとかフライとか一般的なもの)、お店をぐるっと回っていたらすぐにショーの時間になりました。ショー自体はストーリー性があるもので、本格派といった感じです。低いグレードの席だったため遠かったですがそれでも楽しかったです。屋根のついた野外ステージといった感じのところであります。写真は禁止でした。旅の間に1日くらい夜の時間が空くなら安いグレードは値段もそこまでかからないので行ってみていいのではないかと思います。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/11 |
Reviewed by: あっくん
The show itself is truly wonderful. If you haven't been, I highly recommend it.
It takes just over an hour to drive from downtown Honolulu to the Polynesian Cultural Center, but the car seats are really bumpy and my backside started to hurt. It would have been nice to have a cushion or something. I think it's best for pregnant women or those with back issues to be cautious.
ショー自体はとても素晴らしいものです。行ったことない方は是非。
ホノルル市内からポリネシアン文化センターまで1時間ちょっと車で移動しますが、自動車の座席がすごい揺れてお尻が痛くなります。せめて座布団とかあったら良かったかも。。妊娠中の方や腰が悪い方は気を付けた法がいいと思います。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<後方席> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Rob
This event was really awesome. Good entertainment. A great setting to watch the sunset and of course good food. A must attend If you want to experience a fun luau.
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/30 |
Reviewed by: S.Y.
We participated as a group of 15. Although there were some concerns since it wasn't widely introduced by Japanese travel agencies, all participants were very satisfied. Especially since some were visiting Hawaii for the first time, the lei service and Hawaiian cocktails (Mai Tai) served upon arrival created the perfect feeling of being in Hawaii. We thoroughly enjoyed the events and shows at the venue. Here are a few points to note: 1) Since it's a foreign country, being able to engage in simple everyday conversations in English will enhance your experience. The staff only speaks a little Japanese. 2) There are no Japanese announcements at the venue, but a Japanese explanation sheet is provided outlining how the activities will proceed. 3) The participation fee includes coupons that can be used at the souvenir shop and drink corner (for about two drinks). Additionally, I would like to suggest to the VELTRA representative: 1) It would be better to distribute Japanese guidance documents to everyone. 2) The Japanese guidance document should include that activities will be announced with a conch shell sound ⇒ Let's move towards the sound of the conch shell. 3) If you have a special occasion (like a birthday) on the day, please inform the staff ⇒ There might be a surprise! I believe that if these points are added to the Japanese guidance document, even without Japanese announcements at the venue, tourists from Japan will be able to enjoy themselves fully. I hope you can convey this to the local planning team.
15名の団体で参加しました。日本の旅行会社からのオプショナルツアーにも殆ど紹介されてなく不安もありましが参加者全員大満足でした。特にハワイが初めての方もいましたので会場到着時レイサービスやウエルカムドリンクとしてハワイアンカクテル(マイタイ)が配られますのでハワイにきたという最高の気分。会場のイベントやショーも十分楽しめました。以下は、留意点をいくつか、①外国ですから英語は簡単な日常会話はできた方がより楽しめます。係りの方は片言の日本語対応のみです。②会場では日本語のアナウンスはありませんがこのような内容でアクティビティーが進められますとの日本語の説明書が配られます。③参加代金には、会場内の土産物店やドリンクコーナー(2杯程度)での利用が可能なクーポンのようなものがついてます。以下は、更にVELTRAの担当者の方へ①日本語の案内文は全員に配ったほうがいいと思います。②日本語の案内文には、アクティビティ開催に際してはほら貝にてお知らせします⇒ほら貝の聞こえる方へ移動しましょう③当日記念日の方(誕生日など)は、係りの方へお知らせください⇒サプライズがあるかも?。以上日本語の案内書面へ加えていただけば会場内で日本語の案内がなくても日本からの観光の方も十分楽しめると思います。是非現地の企画催行箇所へ伝えていただければと思います。
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| Packages: | スタンダード・ハワイアン・ビュッフェ(12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/06/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/28 |
Reviewed by: Francesca
My husband and I attended the luau while on our honeymoon. The emcee was great she had a very pleasant way about her. The food was good although I was surprised to see fried chicken on the buffet. We paid for the orchid seating but after seeing how the dining area was arranged I think the regular seats would have been fine. My favorite part was the chief with the fire, that was exciting!
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/27 |
Reviewed by: cali4nia
My husband and I attended on our last full day at Hawaii and I am sooooooooo happy that we did. I think this was a great way to end our vacation even though we hated having to leave the beautiful island! This place, the venue, the set-up, activities, dinner, drinks and show was just AMAZING to say the least. The staff, especially cousin Rich(ie), he was the best bus guide/tour guide/table attendent/just overall everything the best. He was able to memorize all of our names before we arrived at Paradise Cove and there were at least 50 minimum on the bus. Even more amazing during the festivities he checked on everyone to make sure we all had what we needed and if we had any questions/help he assisted. Now that's what I call excellent customer service! (there were hundreds of other people at the luau). To sum it all up, upon return to Hawaii I will definitely go back to Paradise Cove. Best Lava Flow drinks, met some great people, fantabulous show and created lifetime memories !!!!!!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Dan & Karen
What a great time we had at Paradise Cove. The activities were fun and informative. Dinner was yummy. I really enjoyed the poi and coconut milk dessert. This brought back memories of when as a child I was at Schofield Barracks (Dad stationed there.) for 4 years. So glad we booked this tour with Veltra.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Deb
Had a fantastic night, enjoyed the meal and the trip was comfortable, had a great host.
Thank you for making this a pleasurable evening
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/21 |
Reviewed by: toko
This tour is perfect for experiencing Hawaiian culture! I participated in a standing ovation for the first time in my life during the impressive show. The ice cream sold during the show's intermission was also delicious! I definitely recommend it! (^ -^)
ハワイのカルチャーを感じるのにぴったりのツアーです!
迫力のショーで人生で初めてスタンディングオーべーションに参加しました。
ショーの休憩中に、販売されるアイスも美味しかったです!
是非、おすすめです(^-^)
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/12 |
Reviewed by: fumikichi
When it comes to tours in Hawaii, I thought there would always be Japanese people, but on the packed bus we were picked up on, we were the only Japanese. Furthermore, during the show, we were probably the only Japanese there as well.
I think this tour may not be suitable for those who cannot speak any English or feel uneasy being around only foreigners, but we finally felt like we were experiencing being abroad, and we had a great time.
Of course, everything from the bus guide to the show was in English, but there were interactive hula shows, and newlywed couples were specially invited to the front for a showtime, so the Americans were actively participating, and we were glad we could join in as well (laughs).
Also, the scenery was amazing!
ハワイのツアーといえば、必ず日本人がいるものだと思いましたが、ピックアップされた満員のバスの中も、日本人が私たちだけ、さらにショーの中でも日本人がおそらく私たちだけでした。
英語が全く話せない人や、外国人だけでは不安という方には向いていないツアーだとは思いますが、私たちは外国にいる感じをやっと味わった気がして、とても楽しく過ごせました。
もちろん、バスガイドも、ショーもすべて英語でしたが、参加型のフラショーや、新婚カップルは、特別に前に出てショータイムがあったりと、アメリカ人の方は積極的に参加するので、負けじと(笑)参加できてよかったです。
あと、風景も最高でしたよ!
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| Packages: | スタンダード・ハワイアン・ビュッフェ(12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/12 |
Reviewed by: Wendy
After swimming with the dolphins at Sea Life Park, we simply walked back through the park to the Luau (very convenient). We were greeted warmly with a shell necklace and photo op with the Chief, and then got to enjoy some games (spear tossing, a Polynesian version of musical chairs (except with sticks), braiding palm leaves to make head-bands, and hula dancing). There were also some tables with native-made goods for sale. Then the Chief led the unveiling ceremony of the roasted pig (he is very entertaining and funny), got our non-alcoholic drinks and food (which was very tasty, especially the pineapple cake!), and then enjoyed the show. The hula dancers were very talented, the fire dancers where great, and it was neat to see all the different dance styles of the islands that were represented. It was our 2nd wedding anniversary, so we got to go up on stage with some other couples and they honored us with some pretty flowers! The only down-side was that the location is a little small, but other than that, we had a great time!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/11 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ初心者
I participated from dinner time. It takes about an hour to get to the Polynesian Cultural Center, so I requested a shuttle to the hotel. The guide was very entertaining and shared various stories about Hawaii's history, plants, and mountains. The meal didn't have a wide variety, but the show featured many dancers performing different dances, which was very impressive. I recommend it for beginners to Hawaii and families.
ディナータイムから参加しました。
ポリネシア文化センターまでは1時間くらいかかるので、ホテルまでの送迎をお願いしました。
ガイドさんはとても面白い方でハワイの歴史や植物の話、山の話など色々として頂きました。
食事はあまり種類が多くなく、そこまででしたが、ショーはダンサーの方が多く、色々なダンスをしてくれたので、とても見応えがありました。
ハワイの初心者の方や、家族連れの方にオススメです。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<後方席> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/04 |
Reviewed by: ☆てら☆
The dance show was absolutely amazing! I booked the luau package and was lucky enough to get seats in the second row from the front (even though it was from the side). The choreography of the dance was structured like a story, which kept me engaged throughout, and seeing it from the front made it incredibly powerful. The fire dance towards the end was thrilling! It was a night that will surely become a lifelong memory.
Although the dinner time wasn't until after the dance show, I was able to see some authentic hula. It seems that photography was allowed, so I can look back on those memories when I get home. The food was delicious and I highly recommend it.
なんといってもダンスショーがよかったです!!
ルアウパッケージで予約したのですが、運良く前から2番目の席で見ることができました。(横方向から見る形でしたが)
ダンスの構成自体も、ストーリー仕立てで飽きずに見ることができましたし、
前のほうで見ると迫力も満点でした。
最後のほうのファイヤーダンスではハラハラもの!
一生の思い出になりそうな一晩でした。
ディナーの時間もダンスショーまでではないにせよ、
本格的なフラを見ることができました。こちらは撮影可能のようで、家に帰ってからも
思い出してみています。
お料理もおいしく、お奨めです。
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| Packages: | 昼から満喫、ルアウパッケージ |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/02 |
Reviewed by: ミルル
I've been to Hawaii more than ten times, but I had never been to the Polynesian Cultural Center. I participated in the Twilight Deluxe tour that departs in the evening!
The meeting place was punctual, and after we departed, our student guide kept the bus lively and entertaining, making the journey enjoyable!
Once we arrived at the center, we had a little time to take photos around the park before entering the buffet area! I enjoyed browsing the shops as well. There were many cute souvenirs, and I bought a Hawaiian doll! It was such a cute little figure.
At the buffet, everything was delicious, including the roast beef and shrimp! I ended up drinking too much because all the beverages were so good. I highly recommend the pineapple juice—definitely give it a try!
When we entered the show venue, our seats were in the third row from the front, right in the center! It was amazing and very moving! I definitely want to see it again, and next time I think I’ll explore the center during the day.
During the intermission of the show, we were surprised to receive large fruit ice! I enjoyed watching the second half while having ice cream.
After the show, we took photos with the performers, which made for great memories! The return bus was easy to navigate, and it was truly a wonderful tour!
If you're curious about the Polynesian Cultural Center, I think you should definitely go at least once!
ハワイへは、10回以上行ってるのにポリネシア・カルチャー・センターへは行った事がありませんでした。夕方出発のトワイライトデラックスで参加!
集合場所には、時間通りに迎えに来て下さって出発してから到着まで学生のガイドさんが面白おかしく楽しくバスを盛り上げてくれて道中楽しかったです!
センターに到着してからは、ビュッフェ会場に入る前に少しの時間ですが園内で写撮影をしたり!ショップをまわったりして楽しみました★可愛いお土産も多く、ハワイアンドールを購入!とってもかわいいお人形でした。
ビュッフェ会場では、ローストビーフやシュリンプなどどれも美味しかったですし!飲み物がどれも美味しくっての飲みすぎてしまいました☆パイナップルジュースおすすめです。ぜひ飲んで見て下さい。
ショーの会場へ入ったら、座席が前から3列目の中央より!で最高☆☆☆物凄い迫力で、とっても感動しました!ぜひ、また観に行きたいですし・・・次回はお昼からセンターをまわってみたいと思いました。
ショーの休憩時には、大きなフルーツアイスがいただけてビックリ☆後半はアイスをいただきながら観ました。
ショーが終わった後は、出演者の方たちと写真撮影をして!良い思い出になりました☆
帰りのバスも、分かりやすくて・・・本当に素敵なツアーでした!
ポリネシア・カルチャー・センター☆気になっている方は、ぜひ1度は行かれてみた方がいいと思います★
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/夕方出発、トワイライト・デラックス |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/27 |
Reviewed by: K-G
While waiting at the hotel meeting point, a bus from the Polynesian Cultural Center arrived to pick us up. A student guide called out our names, and we boarded the bus to depart. Throughout the journey, the guide kept talking. Although they mentioned they were new to guiding, their enjoyable stories and enthusiasm made the hour pass quickly. Thank you very much, Roland.
Upon arrival, we received tickets after a restroom break. After that, we dispersed. We took some commemorative photos inside the center. Then, we headed to the buffet venue! A lavish buffet was laid out, with roast beef being sliced and seafood served, and they frequently came to check on our drinks. It was delicious.
When it was time, we moved to the show venue. We were amazed by the powerful performance from a very front row seat. It was a long show with breaks in between. We were also satisfied to enjoy some fruit ice. The show was a story, and although it wasn't in Japanese, it was easy to understand. It was very good. This has become a place I want to visit again when I come back to Hawaii. The transportation service was very helpful. Thank you!
集合場所のホテルで待っていると、ポリネシアカルチャーセンターのバスで迎えが来ました。学生のガイドさんが名前を呼んでくれてバスに乗り込み出発です。道中は、ずっと話してくれていました。ガイド歴が浅いと言ってましたが、とても楽しい話、そして一生懸命さが伝わってきて、1時間くらいの間楽しく過ごせました。ローランドさん、本当にありがとうございました。現地に到着すると、トイレ休憩の後チケットが配られました。その後解散です。私たちは、少しセンター内で記念撮影をしました。そしてビュッフェ会場へ!豪華なビュッフェが並んでいて、ローストビーフを切り分けてくれたり、シーフードをよそってくれたり、飲み物を何度も聞きにきてくれました。美味しかったです。時間になると、ショーの会場へ移動です。かなりま前の列でとても迫力のあるショーに驚きました。途中休憩もはさむ長いショーです。フルーツアイスも頂く事が出来て満足でした。ショーは物語になっていて、日本語ではありませんが理解出来ます。とても良かったです。またハワイを訪れた際には来たい場所になりました。送迎付なので助かりました。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/27 |
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Thank you so much for choosing Paradise Cove Luau to be apart of your vacation. we are glad that you had fun and enjoyed yourself. Mahalo Nui Loa.