Reviewed by: Hina
I visited the Polynesian Cultural Center for the first time. It's a bit far from Waikiki, but during the ride, the stories shared by the student guide were very enjoyable and kept us entertained until we arrived. Before the show, we toured the grounds with the guide, had a meal, and then watched the show. The student who guided us around the grounds was very pleasant and made it a lot of fun. Of course, the show was also very impressive.
初めてポリネシア文化センターに行きました。ワイキキからは少し遠いのですが、送迎の車の中で、ガイドをしてくれた学生さんのお話がとても楽しく飽きることなく現地に到着。ショーの前に園内をガイドさんとともに見学後食事をしてショーを見るという流れでした。園内をガイドしてくれたのも学生さんでとても感じ良く楽しかったです。もちろんショーも見ごたえあるものでした。
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| Packages: | 昼から満喫、オールデイ・スタンダード |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/12 |
Reviewed by: モカちん
The meeting place was crowded with other tour guests, but a staff member holding a sign came over, so it was easy to find.
The restaurant's food, including kalua pig and shrimp, was delicious, and the American-style colorful cake was surprisingly tasty when I tried it cautiously.
Additionally, the staff who came to take drink orders were all friendly and attentive, allowing us to have a pleasant meal while chatting a bit in Japanese.
After finishing our meal, we proceeded to the show venue individually. Since we had assigned seats, there was no need to rush.
Our seats were in the third row from the front, near the center. We were close enough to feel the heat from the fire, and we could see the dancers' faces clearly. I was glad we opted for the deluxe seating.
The powerful show, filled with the energy of many dancers, was an hour and a half of tears and laughter that passed in the blink of an eye. The fire dance, in particular, is a must-see. I think it's worth it even if it's far from Waikiki.
For the return bus, we boarded the bus with the number announced during the ride to the venue.
However, we mistakenly heard 1 and 8...
In the end, we boarded without any issues, but it was a bit nerve-wracking when we couldn't find the number.
Since there are clumsy people like us, it would be helpful if important numbers were displayed on a board or repeated multiple times over the microphone.
集合場所は、他のツアー客でごった返していましたが、ボードを持った係りの人が来てくれたのですぐにわかりました。
レストランの食事はカルーアピッグやシュリンプなど、どれも美味しくて、見た目がアメリカンな色彩のケーキもおそるおそるいただくと、意外なほどおいしかったです。
また、ドリンクオーダーを取りに来てくれるスタッフの方はみなさん親しみやすく、よく気をきかせてくれたので、日本語で少し会話をしたりして、楽しく食事ができました。
食事を終えてショーの会場に各自ですすみます。指定席なので、焦る必要はありません。
私たちの席は中央付近の前から三列目。火の熱が伝わるような近さで、ダンサーの顔もはっきり見えます。デラックスにしておいてよかったと思いました。
大勢のダンサーの熱気が伝わる大迫力のショーは、涙あり笑いありであっという間の一時間半でした。特にファイヤーダンスは必見です。ワイキキから遠くても見る価値はあると思います。
帰りのバスは、行きの車内で案内された番号のバスに乗り込みます。
ここで私たち・・・1と8を聞き間違えていまして。。。
結果的には問題なく乗れたのですが、番号がないときはヒヤッとしました。
私たちのようなおっちょこちょいもいるので、大事な番号はボードで示すか、マイクで何度も繰り返していただけるとありがたいです。
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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: | 2015/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/16 |
Reviewed by: yukari
The Polynesian Cultural Center is a place my father has also visited, and I absolutely recommend going! So, I participated. On the shuttle bus, the guide provided a fun and informative tour, sharing various aspects of Hawaiian culture and regions, which was great. The bus does shake quite a bit, but that adds to the fun.
Upon arrival, we first went to have dinner. Since we chose the deluxe course, the meat was large and hearty, and the garlic shrimp was incredibly delicious, leaving me very satisfied. Other dishes were also tasty, and I ended up full. There was plenty of fruit, and the colorful jelly was delightful. The drinks had a tropical vibe, which was nice.
As it was an evening course, we quickly went to watch the show. It felt like a larger version of a famous circus venue, with plenty of palm trees and greenery, creating a lovely atmosphere. Despite it being a weekday, around 3,000 people came to watch. The show featured an emotional story set on the island, with impressive hula dancing and powerful fire dancing. The visuals projected on the screen were incredibly mystical and linked well with the show, making it enjoyable. The dancing was so amazing that it was quite a sight to behold.
During the break, I was thrilled to receive a large ice cream with a fruit platter. After the show, I was able to take photos with the performers. However, there wasn't much time, so I couldn't take many pictures. The women's restroom tends to get crowded after the show, so it might be better to go during the break.
It's a very spacious theme park, so we couldn't explore much in the evening. Next time, I plan to spend a whole day there. It's a great way to fully enjoy the essence of Hawaii, so I recommend going on the first day. Thank you for a fun tour!
ポリネシア文化センターは父親も行ったことがあり
絶対に行った方がいいよ!!
ということで参加しました。
送迎のバスでは
ガイドさんがずっと楽しく案内してくれて
ハワイの色々な文化や地域の事などいろいろ分かってよかったです。
バスはかなり揺れますが
それもまた楽しいです。
到着して初めに夕食を食べに行きました。
デラックスコースということで
お肉も大きくてボリュームあるし
ガーリックシュルンプがとても美味しくて
大満足。ほかの料理も美味しかったので
お腹いっぱいになりました。
フルーツもたくさんあり
カラフルなゼリーも美味しかったです。
飲み物もトロピカルな感じでよかったです。
夕方からのコースということで
すぐにショーを見に行きました。
有名サーカスの会場を大きくした感じで
椰子の木とか木がたくさんあって
雰囲気もよかったです。
平日なのに3000名くらい見に来てました。
島を舞台にした感動的なストーリーでした。
ダンスもフラダンスに迫力満点のファイャーダンス。
スクリーンに映し出される映像も
凄く神秘的でショーとリンクしていて楽しめました。
ダンスが凄すぎてかなり見ごたえありました。
休憩ではかなり大きなアイスにフルーツの盛り合わせが出て嬉しかったです。ショーが終わって
役者さんたちと写真も撮れました。
ただ時間が少ししかないので
あまり写真は撮れません。
トイレも終わってから女性用は込むので
休憩の時に行くのがいいかもしれません。
凄く広いテーマパークなので
夕方からでは全然回れなかったので
次回は一日かけて
行きたいと思いました。ハワイらしさを満喫できるので
初日に行くのがおすすめです。楽しいツアーをありがとうございました。
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/22 |
Reviewed by: TSK
The seats were towards the front, so the atmosphere and intensity were great. After the show, I was also able to take photos with the cast, which made me very happy.
席が前の方だったため、臨場感や迫力があってとてもよかったです。
終了後、キャストと写真も撮れ満足です。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/22 |
Reviewed by: Tim and Mary
This is the best!!! We highly recommend it.
There was many activities, it is also right on the beach and the food was great!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/19 |
Reviewed by: Marzia (Roma-Italy)
It has been a beautiful night, with a very normal dinner, nothing special for the price, with a beautiful show at the end. My disappointment was because I paid for a Royal seating and the seating was not good at all. I had to stand up and sit on the ground to have a beatiful view and I also didn't get the lei. But all the staff people were really very kind and I enjoyed the traditional dances and the fire knives dance.
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| Packages: | Royal Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/22 |
Reviewed by: sakagami
It was a bit cold, but it wasn't the cold that gave me chills. There was a thrilling feeling from the manly dance performance that felt like a challenge to battle. My lack of language skills is my own fault, so there's nothing I can do about it, but I was still able to enjoy it in my own way. Why not try to feel it with your soul?
少し寒かったですが寒いからゾクゾクしたのではありません。戦いに挑むような男らしいダンス・パフォーマンスに魂からのゾクゾク感がありました。語学不足は自分の精なので仕方ないですがわからないなりに楽しめるものです。魂で感じてみては?
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| Packages: | デラックス・ディナー・パッケージ(12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/18 |
Reviewed by: Paula
Everyone loved the entertainment, food and ohana spirit here.
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/18 |
Reviewed by: Diana
food was delicious, activities were entertaining and fun. The chief was hilarious. View was spectacular. Loved it!
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/18 |
Reviewed by: B_jewel_d
Spectacular show & food! The beach setting was also great!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/17 |
Reviewed by: B_jewel_d
Spectacular show & food! The beach setting was also great!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/17 |
Reviewed by: miyuchi
★The Long-Awaited Polynesian Cultural Center★
I used to learn Tahitian dance and practiced the more intense Otea dance, so I really wanted to see a show in its original setting! This time, with limited time, I thought I could go if it was just an evening show, so I signed up for the "Twilight Deluxe," which includes a buffet dinner and evening show. I highly recommend the transportation service! This is because you get to hear a lot of interesting trivia! The bus guide was a student from the university next to the Polynesian Cultural Center. This time, it was the youngest Japanese person. Since the sales from the Polynesian Cultural Center go towards scholarships for that university, many of the waitstaff in the buffet area and the guides were students as well. Everyone was friendly, and it was fun to interact with people from various countries!
Oh, and on the bus, we learned about the meaning of "Aloha," various movie locations, the Tunnel of Happiness, Turtle Island, the Rainbow Sea, etc. I think the content may vary depending on the guide, but I gained a lot of knowledge about Hawaii!
Then we arrived at the Polynesian Cultural Center! First, we had a buffet-style meal. Depending on the course, the venue is divided into two areas. Since we had the deluxe option, there was also luxurious beef. There were dishes made with taro and Hawaiian-style food, and the desserts were colorful and beautiful, which really boosted my spirits.
We had free time until the show. If you finish your meal quickly, you can also go shopping! And!! The show was incredibly powerful from the third row! Since we were on the aisle, the performers came and went right by us. I could feel the breeze on my skin. The show was like a musical with a storyline, and it was interesting. The music was performed by a live band!!! The natural night glow enhanced the overall effect.
Despite it being a weekday, the venue, which accommodates 3,000 people, was full! It was my first time seeing a fire dance, and I found myself saying "It's hot!" while watching! They really do amazing things like grabbing and spinning fire! There was a break of about five minutes. The deluxe course includes ice cream, which others can also purchase. The bus guide recommended going to the restroom during the break, but since it was a short time, the show started before I finished my ice cream. I recommend going after the show so you don’t miss any part of the story.
The stunning and moving show ended, and we took pictures with the performers on stage. We were able to take commemorative photos with the world’s best fire dancer and the lead performer. It's definitely not a cheap course, but it was more than satisfying and moving! Next time, I definitely want to go in the morning and check out other attractions and facilities as well.
★念願のポリネシアン文化センター★
私は以前タヒチアンダンスを習っていて、激しい方のオテアダンスをやっていた事もあり、
是非!本場でショーを観たいと思っていました。
そして今回時間のない中、夜だけのショーなら見に行ける♪と、「ビュッフェディナー&イブニングショー」がセットの「トワイライトデラックス」を申し込みました♪
送迎込みがお勧めです♪
何故なら、豆知識が沢山沢山聞けるからです!
バスガイドさんはポリネシアン文化センターの隣にある大学の学生さん。
今回は一番若い日本人の方でした。
ポリネシアン文化センターの売上がその大学の奨学金にあてられている為、ブッフェコーナーのウェイトレスさんも会場の誘導係も学生さんが沢山☆皆、親切で色々な国の方が居るので交流が楽しかったです♪
そうそう!バスの中では「Aloha」の意味や色々な映画の舞台紹介、幸せのトンネル、亀島、レインボーの海etc...
ガイドさんによっても内容は変わってくるかと思いますが、盛り沢山にハワイの豆知識が増えました♪
そして、ポリネシアン文化センター着☆
先ずブッフェスタイルのお食事。コースにより二手の会場に別れます。私達はデラックスだったので豪華なビーフも有りました。タロイモ使った料理やハワイらしい物、デザートはカラフルで綺麗で、テンション上がりました。
ショーまでの時間はフリー。食事を早く終わらせればお買い物も出来ます♪
そして!!ショーは前から3列目で大迫力!!通路側でしたので横からも演者さんが行ったり来たり。風も肌で感じられました。ミュージカル仕立てのショーでストーリーがあって面白いです。
音楽は生バンド!!!
自然の夜光が更に演出効果をUPさせてくれます。
平日なのにもかかわらず3000人収容の会場は満席!
ファイヤーダンス見るのが初めてで観ている私が「熱い」って言ってしまう程!火を掴んだり回したり本当に凄いです!!
途中5分位の休憩が。
デラックスコースにはアイスがついています。他のコースの方も購入可。
バスガイドさんは休憩時にトイレがオススメと言われましたが、短い時間なのでアイス食べ終わる前にショーが始まりました。
休憩時に行ってストーリー始まってしまっては勿体無いので終わってから行く事をお勧めします。
圧巻&感動のショーが終わり、ステージ上で演者さんと写真を撮りました。
私達はファイヤーダンスの世界一の方と主演の方と一緒に記念撮影が出来ました。
決して安いコースでは有りませんが、それ以上に満足が出来て感動します!
次回は是非、朝から行って他のアトラクションや施設も観てみたいと思います。
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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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/06 |
Reviewed by: パパさん
I don't remember feeling that much excitement when I visited a long time ago. However, this time, I was extremely satisfied and deeply moved! The students from Brigham Young University, just a five-minute walk away, worked hard to provide guiding services and dance shows, making it a fun theme park that rivals professional levels. There were plenty of attractions, and the children were having a great time playing. I think it's a place that's enjoyable for both elementary school students and adults.
大昔に行った時には、それほどの感動を覚えた記憶がありません。しかし、今回は、大満足!大感動!でした。歩いて5分のブリンガムヤング大学の学生たちが一生懸命にガイドやダンスショーをしてくれていて、プロと遜色ないレベルの楽しいテーマパークでした。アトラクションもたくさんあり、子供たちも大喜びで遊んでいました。小学生でも、大人でもとっても楽しいところだと思います。
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| Packages: | 昼から満喫、オールデイ・デラックス |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/04/01 |
Reviewed by: ピッピ
It's a bit far from Waikiki, but the experience can vary depending on the guide. If you have a good guide, you can hear various stories and enjoy sightseeing from the car window. I always opt for the more expensive meals, and they're not bad. The show is enjoyable even if you know what to expect. The vendors sell ice cream along the way, but it can be messy, and I worry about getting dirty if you're sitting on the aisle.
少しワイキキからは遠いですが、ガイドさんによって当たりハズレがあります。良いガイドさんなら色んな話が聞けて、車窓で観光が楽しめる時もあります。お食事は毎回高い方にしています。まぁ悪くはない感じです。ショーは内容を分かってても楽しいです。売り子さんが途中アイスクリームを売るのですが、ボタボタ落ちて通路側に座ってたら汚れそうでヒヤヒヤします。
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/31 |
Reviewed by: tomiyo
I participated at the recommendation of my sister. It was more moving than I had expected. The seats were also quite good. Thank you very much.
妹に薦められて、参加しました。思ってた以上に感動でした。お席もかなりよくて。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: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/18 |
Reviewed by: R family
We had a great night! The food was good and the show was amazing! It was worth the beautiful drive and the money paid.
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/11 |
Reviewed by: R family
We enjoyed the luau so much! We even got to see several whale breeches in the ocean behind the stage just before the show began. BONUS! Seeing the dancers and all that talent on stage was a great way to spend our evening.
Dinner was good, show was fun and the setting and the way the involved everyone made it that much more fun.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/11 |
Reviewed by: Maiwayalways1
The deluxe package is fantastic. It's pricey but well worth the investment. We had three children with us and the seating was stage side. A great view for the children. The activities were great for our children and the Lava flows were great sipping while they were having fun. The meal was served to us by waitresses and the show was wonderful. We have been to the Polynesian cultural center for their deluxe luau and show and these two luaus were very comparable. Food selection was wider@ the cultural center but the shows were phenomenal. The seating was front row but set back further from stage@ the cultural center but still was entertaining. The kids really enjoyed the fire dance and to see it up close was a treat for all of us. Overall this is a great choice for a luau and the food was good.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/28 |
Reviewed by: JUNKO
Since I was staying at Aulani, I walked over to see an authentic luau. I knew that all activities would be conducted in English, but when I realized that my conversation skills weren't up to par, the cast members seemed annoyed and were openly speaking negatively (even though I couldn't converse, I could understand). It really depends on the person, but the attitude of the cast was the worst.
Before the show started, there were activities like tattoo painting and bracelet making, but it felt like there was a bit of wasted time. Since I had the deluxe package, I received a gift card worth about $20 or $24, but I couldn't drink that many beverages, so I went to the shop. However, the items on display didn't really spark my interest, and once the show ended, the store closed quickly as the bus for the group departed, so I recommend making your purchases early. In the end, I couldn't even spend about $15.
The content of the show was wonderful, but the food was just okay. As for whether I would go again... honestly, I'm not sure.
アウラニに泊まっていたので、本格的なルアウを見たいと徒歩で向かいました。
全てのアクティビティが英語で進行するのはわかっていましたが、こちらが会話ができるレベルではないことを知ると、面倒くさそうにした上に、思いっきり悪口を言っており(会話はできなくとも、ヒアリングはできるため)人にもよるとは思いますがキャストの態度は最悪でした。
ショーが始まる前にもタトゥーをペイントしたり、ブレスレットを作ったりできますが、やや時間を持て余ます感がありました。
デラックスタイプにしていたので$20?24くらいのギフトカードがついていましたが、飲み物も何杯も飲めないので、売店に行きましたが、購買意欲があまり沸かない商品が陳列してあり、ショーが終わって団体専用のバスが出てしまうと早々に店じまいしてしまうので、早めに商品にしてしまうのがお勧めです。結局私は$15ほど使えずに終わってしまいました。
ショーの内容はすばらしかったですが、食事はまぁ、こんなもんかといった感想です。
もう1度行くか・・・というと、正直わかりません。
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| Packages: | デラックス・ディナー・パッケージ(12/31まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Spencer
We looked around at a lot of luaus but then we luckily got recommended for chiefs from our front desk lady. The food was amazing, the stuff before was a lot of fun. The show was incredible and the chief was a blast and very funny! Would defiantly recommend it to anyone looking for a great luau at a pretty good price!
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/19 |
Reviewed by: Josh
Kids both loved the experience. Plenty of activities to do that are included in the price. There are a lot of places to spend more money. Food was good, not great, but lots of options. Everyone was nice and it was well run. Entertainment was great.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/14 |
Reviewed by: William Wagter
This is our third time going to jParadise Cove Luau over the years and I enjoy it so much. I have been to other ones and feel Paradise is the best. My daughters and family also feel the same when we went together. The show is always outstanding and the food to die for. All the people working for Paradise Cove are wonderful and so helpful.
I will tell my other friends about it and my next trip to Hawaii I will return.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/17 |
Reviewed by: よーこ
I went on the night of my arrival in Hawaii. The shuttle service was clear, smooth, and punctual. The venue is located away from the city center, but thanks to the guide's various explanations about Hawaii during the ride, we arrived without getting bored. The meal and the show were separate, starting with the meal. The dining was in a buffet style (we chose the deluxe course), featuring Hawaiian dishes, and the meat and garlic shrimp were particularly delicious. When the show started, we were seated in the second row, and the energy of the dancers was palpable, making for a great spot. There were various dances set to Hawaiian music, which was entertaining. The final fire dance was impressive, and you could really feel the heat of the flames. Additionally, the ice cream served during the show's break was very tasty. After the show, you can take photos with the dancers, which makes for a nice memory. However, they leave quickly, so if you want to take pictures, be sure to hurry!
ハワイ到着日の夜に行きました。送迎は遅れることなくわかりやすくスムーズでした。会場は中心部より離れたところにあるのですが、車内の途中でガイドさんによりハワイについて説明が色々とあったため暇することなくたどり着けました。食事とショーは別々となっており、まず食事から始まりました。食事はバイキング形式となっており、(私たちはデラックスコース)、ハワイらしい料理が出ており、特にお肉とガーリックシュリンプが美味しかったです。ショーが始まり席はなんと2列目でダンサーの勢いが伝わりとても良い席でした。ハワイの音楽にのせて色々な踊りががあり面白かったです。最後のファイヤーダンスは火のあつさを感じながらとてもみごたえがありますよ。また、ショーの休憩でもらえるアイスもとても美味しかったです。ショーが終わった後はダンサーとも写真がとれるので記念になりますよ。ただ、すぐにいなくなってしまうので写真を撮りたい方は急いで下さいね。
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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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/27 |
Reviewed by: yumi
On the last night in Hawaii, I participated in the Twilight Deluxe Tour. The night show, which started at 7:30, was incredibly impressive! The title "HA BREATH OF LIFE" tells a story of life being born and passed on to new generations, progressing through Tonga, Hawaii, New Zealand, Samoa, and Fiji, allowing us to enjoy different costumes, dances, chants, and songs from each culture. I particularly loved the Hawaiian performance. The Tahitian dance, with its hip movements, was also captivating, and everything was magnificent. The final fire dance was a fitting climax, and everyone gave a standing ovation.
During a break, a dessert the size of a hand was served (a giant ice cream on top of cut fruits), and those in the deluxe seats could exchange their tickets for it. Some people in the standard seats misunderstood and lined up to get ice cream, but it was said to cost $5. We couldn't finish it due to the quantity and time constraints.
Regarding transportation, the voucher mentioned the tour operator in English, but the guides spoke Japanese, which was great. On the way there, the bus provided a meaningful experience as they showed photos on a tablet while giving a tour. The time was indicated as 1 hour and 15 to 30 minutes, but it seemed to include chronic traffic congestion on the way there, while the return trip didn't take as long.
One disappointing aspect was that we, who boarded the bus first, had to wait quite a while for others to be picked up, and due to the congestion in Waikiki and traffic on the highway (an ambulance also passed), our arrival was delayed, resulting in only 40 minutes for the meal. Drinks could be ordered at our seats for free, and I thought I could take my time getting food, but in the end, I had to rush to eat. The buffet was not crowded, but it might be better to fill a plate and sit down to enjoy the main dish before leisurely moving on to dessert. However, don't forget that there is dessert during the show's intermission.
ハワイ最終日の夜にトワイライト・デラックスツアーに参加しました。
7:30から始まるナイトショーは迫力満点 !!
HA BREATH OF LIFEというタイトル通り命が生まれ、また新しい命に受け継がれるストーリーで順にトンガ・ハワイ・ニュージーランド・サモア・フィジーと構成が分かれて進むので異なるそれぞれの衣装とダンス、掛け声・歌が楽しめました。
私はハワイアンが一番気に入りました。腰を振るタヒチアンダンスも見応えがあり、どれも見事なものでした。最後のファイヤーダンスは締めくくりにふさわしく大盛り上がりで、皆スタンディングオベーションでした。
途中で休憩が入り片手を広げた程の大きさのデザート(カットフルーツの上に巨大なアイス)が運ばれて来てデラックス席の人はチケットに引換券が着いているので交換できました。スタンダード席の人も勘違いされアイスをもらう為、並んでいた方がいましたが、5ドルと言われていました。私達には量的にも時間的にも食べ切る事はできませんでしたが。
送迎については、バウチャー(予約券)にツアー催行会社(英語)とありましたが、ガイドをして下さった方々は日本語OKでしたし、行きのバスではタブレットで写真を見せながら観光案内までしてくれて有意義な時間でした。
時間は1時間15分~30分と案内されましたが、行きの慢性的な交通渋滞を含んだ時間みたいで、帰りはそれ程の時間はかかりませんでした。
残念だった事は行きのバスで一番先に乗車した私達は他の方のピックアップにかなりの時間待たされワイキキ界隈の混雑、高速道路の渋滞(救急車も通りました)の影響で到着が遅れた??のか、食事時間が40分だった事です。
飲み物は席でオーダー(無料)できましたし、都度取りに行けば、と余裕で考えていた所、結果慌てて食べるはめになりました。ビュッフェは空いていましたが、一度にお皿に盛って着席しメインディッシュを楽しみ、ゆっくりテザートへ、がいいかも・・。でも、ショーの休憩時間にデザートがある事はお忘れなく。
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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: | 2015/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Viv
Wonderful & entertaining evening
meal was good, show was excellent
would highly recommend this luau
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/25 |
Reviewed by: いどじ
I participated on the last day in Hawaii. It was the best show. It made me cry and laugh. My husband couldn't stop crying either.
The dinner was more delicious than I expected, and above all, the staff were wonderful! They greeted us with sparkling smiles, which felt great.
I want to see it again the next time I come to Hawaii. This time, I want to go in the afternoon (^ν^).
ハワイ最終日に参加しました。最高のショーでした。泣けます、笑えます。旦那も涙が止まらなかったようです。
晩ご飯も思っていたより美味しかったですし、何より店員さんがステキ‼︎キラキラの笑顔で対応してくれて気持ちいいです。
次ハワイに来た時も見に行きたいです。その時はお昼から(^ν^)
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| Packages: | ビュッフェ+ショー<中央前方席> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/27 |
Reviewed by: ぱーごん
The guide who picked us up at the hotel was a pleasant Japanese woman in her teens. It seems she is an international student at a university next to the Polynesian Cultural Center. It takes about an hour and a half by bus from Waikiki to the Polynesian Cultural Center, but thanks to her excellent guidance, we never felt bored during the journey. Recently, we had only been wandering around Waikiki, so it was nice to enjoy a bit of sightseeing.
Upon arriving at the center, we first had a buffet-style meal. There seems to be a difference in the meal content between the deluxe course and the standard course, and the entrances to the venue are also different. We opted for the deluxe. The Polynesian-style restaurant was very spacious with high ceilings, and we were guided to our seats by group. One drink is included for free. The buffet didn’t have a wide variety, with the main dishes being roast beef and garlic cream stir-fried shrimp and clams. The salad dressing was delicious, and the food was fairly tasty. There were several types of desserts, but they felt a bit too sweet for Japanese tastes. The coconut pudding was the most delicious.
After the meal, we moved to the show venue on our own. By the time we left the restaurant, it was already dark outside, and if you’re directionally challenged, you might get lost even in the short distance of just three minutes. The show venue is a large semi-outdoor dome that can accommodate 2,700 people. With the deluxe course, you get seats in the front, while standard course seats are in the back. The show features over 100 dancers and is quite impressive, with tiered seating that allows those in the back to enjoy it as well, but if possible, I recommend the front seats where you can clearly see the expressions and sweat of the performers. Additionally, with the deluxe course, you can enjoy a sorbet during the intermission, which costs $5 if purchased.
The show has a storyline and tells an emotional tale of the chain of life. As the location changes to Tonga, Hawaii, New Zealand, Samoa, Tahiti, and Fiji, dances from each place are performed in succession. The fire dance performed by a few people in the latter half was particularly powerful and wonderful. The show, filled with laughter and tears, is definitely worth the hour and a half trip from Waikiki.
ほぼ時間通りホテルまで迎えに来てくれたガイドさんは感じのよい10代の日本人女性
でした。聞くとポリネシア文化センターの隣にある大学の留学生のようです。
ワイキキからポリネシア文化センターまでバスで約1時間半かかりますが、
彼女の上手なガイドで道中全く暇を持て余すことがなかったです。
ここのところ、ワイキキ周辺をうろうろするだけだったので、むしろちょっとした観光が
楽しめて良かったです。
センターに到着すると、まずビュッフェ形式の食事となります。
デラックスコースと、スタンダードではお食事の内容に差があるようで会場の入口も異なります。私達はデラックスをお願いしました。
とても広く天井の高いポリネシアン風のレストランでグループごとに席に案内されます。
飲み物は1杯無料で付きます。ビュッフェはそれほど種類は多くなくメインはロースト
ビーフと、海老とあさりのガーリッククリーム炒めなど。サラダのドレッシングもおいしく、お料理の味はまあまあおいしかったです。デザートは数種類ありましたが、日本人にはやや甘すぎる感じ。
ココナッツのプリンが一番おいしいかったです。
食後は自分達でショーの会場まで移動。食後レストランを出る頃は既に外は暗く方向音痴だと
たった3分ほどの距離も迷ってしまいそうです。
ショーの会場は半屋外型の大きなドームで、なんと2700名収容だそうです。
座席はデラックスコースだと前方、スタンダードだと後方席で見ることになります。
100名を超えるダンサーが出演する迫力のあるショーで座席も階段状になっているので後方でも楽しめるでしょうが、せっかくなら表情や汗もはっきり見える前方席をお勧めします。
またデラックスだとショーの幕間にシャーベットが頂けます。購入すると5ドルです。
ショーはストーリー性があり、命の連鎖が語られる感動的なショーでした。
トンガ、ハワイ、ニュージーランド、サモア、タヒチ、フィジーへと場所が変わる度、
次々その地のダンスが繰り広がられます。
特に後半数名で行われるファイヤーダンスが迫力があり素晴らしかったです。
笑いあり、涙 ありのショーはワイキキから1時間半かかっても見る価値はありです。
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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: | 2015/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/20 |
Reviewed by: Mika Kito
Thinking about it, this is my sixth time visiting Hawaii, but I realized I hadn't really experienced the cultural aspects of Hawaii... so I decided to join this tour. The staff guide, Roland, was on the bus that picked us up at the hotel, and it was enjoyable to hear local stories about the area along the way. Since I participated on the day of arrival, I couldn't eat much for dinner, but after enjoying a buffet dinner featuring traditional Hawaiian dishes and plenty of vegetables, we moved to the hall to wait for the show. Our seats were slightly to the right, just two rows from the stage. I was truly amazed by the powerful dance performances. The intense movements were so vigorous that I could see steam rising from their bodies. I learned that there are various forms of Polynesian dance, and it was especially moving for me to see traditional dance up close for the first time. I would recommend this experience to anyone visiting Hawaii at least once. I participated with my mother this time, and she was thrilled, saying, "This was the best part of our trip!" Next time, I definitely want to join a tour that lasts all day.
考えてみたらハワイを訪れるのも六回目になるのに、しっかりとハワイの文化的なものに触れることはなかったなぁ・・・とふと思ってこのツアーに参加することにしました。ホテルへの迎えのバスにはスタッフガイドのローランドさんが乗り込み到着するまでの間、通る道すがらその土地についてのローカルな話を聞かせてくれたのも楽しかったです。到着日当日の参加だったため夕食はあまり食べられませんでしたが、ハワイの伝統料理をはじめ野菜もふんだんに用意されたビュツフェ形式の夕食を済ませたあと、ホールに移動してショーを待ちます。席は前から二番目のステージに向かってやや右側。迫力満点のダンスには本当に驚きました。激しい動き、力の入ったダンスで体から立ち上る湯気が見えるほどです。いろいろな形のポリネシアンダンスがあるんだなぁ、特に伝統的なダンスを身近に見るのは初めてだったので本当に感動しました。ハワイを訪れるなら一度は訪れるべき、と皆さんに薦めようと思います。今回は母と二人で参加しましたが「今回の旅行で一番良かった!」と大喜びでした。次はぜひ一日楽しめるツアーに参加したいと思っています。
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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: | 2015/02/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/21 |
Reviewed by: Yocchin
Since it was a special trip to Hawaii, I thought it would be nice to participate just once, but it was better than I expected. Of course, the show was great, but I also enjoyed hearing various stories from the international students working in the park.
せっかくのハワイだから一度は良いかな・・位で参加したのですが
期待以上に良かったです。ショーはもちろんですが 園内で働いている
各国からの留学生さんから色々な話を聞くことができて とても楽しめました。
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| Packages: | 昼から満喫、オールデイ・スタンダード |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/29 |
Reviewed by: 原田栄
I was in the front row and was overwhelmed by the powerful hula dance. Also, the witty and wonderful talk was entertaining. The audience's energy was enjoyable as well.
前の席でしたが、迫力のあるフラダンスに圧倒されました。又、ウイットに富んだ素晴らしいトークが面白かった。お客さんの乗りも楽しかった。
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| Packages: | 最前列!ロイヤルプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/18 |
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