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Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Outstanding best part of the trip

Reviewed by: Alexis

The food was delicious and I loved all the performances and how friendly everyone was kept me interested the whole time the drinks were really good too can’t wait to come back!!

  • My son loved the show

  • Beautiful performance

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/08/28
Activity Date: 2021/08/02

Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]

Highlight of our trip!

Reviewed by: Joni

What a great intimate Polynesian experience! The luau was the highlight of our trip. Our host, Bill, was awesome, as well as Chris, who shared how they cook and serve their traditional meals. Beautiful and exciting dancing. The food was delicious. We really felt the Ohana spirit! Highly recommend!

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Aloha Joni and mahalo for giving us a great review. We are happy to know that our luau was the highlight of your trip. Bill, Chris, and everyone at Toa Luau would love to see you guys again soon and enjoy the food and performances the second time around. God Bless!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/27
Activity Date: 2021/08/25

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Chief's Luau was Fantastic!

Reviewed by: Sunshine A.

My family really enjoyed Chief's Luau. The staff was very attentive and helpful and the show was awesome! We really enjoyed our experience and would go back again when we visit Honolulu in the future.

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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: 2021/08/11
Activity Date: 2021/08/09

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Chief Luau’s Polynesian Show

Reviewed by: CLA

The show was very entertaining. We loved it especially our kids. The food was excellent as well. We can’t wait to be back.

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Packages: Paradise Package: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/08/07
Activity Date: 2021/07/16

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Luau

Reviewed by: Vanessa Z

The chief stole the show, wish he had more show time.



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Packages: Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/30
Activity Date: 2021/07/28

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Great

Reviewed by: SAI

Great show, it was entertaining. Drinks are easy to access. The food could have been better though.

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Packages: Paradise Package w/ Pick-up: Standard Seating, Kukui Nut Lei Greeting & 2 Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/24
Activity Date: 2021/07/02

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Fun for the whole family!

Reviewed by: Rema Mio

Our family had an amazing time! Chief and all of the staff were so friendly and welcoming. The food was delicious, drinks were great and the entertainment was unforgettable. Thank you for having us :)

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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: 2021/07/20
Activity Date: 2021/07/19

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

Completed our trip perfectly

Reviewed by: Sylvia R

We purchased our luau through Hawaii activities. Website was super easy to navigate! Since is was a 3rd party reservation I did confirm with the venue just to be safe! The luau was amazing! Food was delicious! Transportation was easy to locate and on time. Our host was great! Highly recommend!!

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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: 2021/07/17
Activity Date: 2021/07/15

Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]

Toa Luau

Reviewed by: Jeannette

The Luau was amazing. The surroundings were beautiful. Highly recommend.

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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!

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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.

  • Took so many photos!

  • Had a blast at the luau

  • So much food!

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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

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

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

Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]

Absolutely amazing!! A MUST DO!!!

Reviewed by: Monique

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

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

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

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

Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]

Absolutely loved it!

Reviewed by: Lisa P

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

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

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

Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]

FUN

Reviewed by: eniigotcha@yahoo.com

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

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

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

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

Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]

Going back!

Reviewed by: Heidi

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

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

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

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

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

Waimea Valley Toa Luau & Free Admission Entry Ticket to Waimea Falls [5:00 PM]

Amazing, authentic experience!

Reviewed by: erkerk10

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

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

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

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

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>

It was fun! 楽しかったー!

Reviewed by: はなこ

We went in late February. Since we went as a family, we all wore matching aloha shirts, and the women wore aloha dresses. However, everything from meals to shows was outdoors, so even in Hawaii, it was cold in February. We needed jackets, like hoodies or jumpers.

But from the moment we got on the bus, we practiced clapping and learned about the origins of the words, which made the trip enjoyable. Of course, everything was in English, but the guide worked hard to speak in Japanese and used gestures, so even if we didn't understand much English, we were able to have fun!

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

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>

A highly satisfying show. 大満足のショー

Reviewed by: Mimi

I participated with my elderly mother and husband. The food was very delicious, and the show was wonderful. In particular, the host's talk was entertaining, and we were enveloped in laughter and emotion. The guide was also kind and spoke slowly in easy-to-understand English for Japanese people, which was reassuring. After the show, we immediately got on the bus, so I thought it would be good to use the restroom after finishing the meal. The return bus had quite strong air conditioning, so a jacket is definitely necessary.

高齢の母と主人と3人で参加いたしました。食事もとても美味しくショーも素晴らしかったです。
特に司会の方のトークが面白くて笑いと感動に包まれました。ガイドの方も親切で、日本人にはわかりやすい英語でゆっくり話してくれますので、安心です。ショーが終わったらすぐにバスに乗りますので、食事が終わったところでトイレに行っておくといいと思いました。帰りのバスはかなり冷房がきいていますので必ず上着が必要です。

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Packages: 【1-3月限定割引キャンペーン】/基本プラン<サイドまたは後方席>
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2020/02/18
Activity Date: 2020/01/27

Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing

They took care of my friend in a wheelchair very well

Reviewed by: Michelle

All the young men took very good care of my friend in a wheelchair. they made her feel welcomed. The dancers were grate and the food was fun (they could have done better on the desert). the food line went fast.
The bathrooms could have been a little better.

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Packages: Royal Package w/ Pick-up: Premium Seating, Flower Lei Greeting & 3 Drinks
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2020/02/13
Activity Date: 2020/02/02

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>

Language barrier 言語の壁

Reviewed by: KIYOSHI

I knew that the tour would be conducted in English. However, since the order of the meals was predetermined and it was different from what I expected, I felt a bit flustered. Thanks to the staff's coordination, I was able to have a great time. Thank you very much. I believe this is a tour that many Japanese people would like to participate in, so I think it would be sufficient to write on a paper in Japanese: "1. Those with a red wristband should be the first to get up and go for the salad, meat, etc." "Yellow is second." I believe that by simply showing the translated version, it will help overcome the language barrier and allow everyone, not just Japanese people, to participate.

ツアーは英語で行なわれることは知っていました。ただ食事の順番が決められていたので、その順番が違っていたので、あたふたしましたが、スタッフの連携のおかげで、楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。ありがとうございました。日本人も多く参加したいツアーだと思いますので、紙に日本語で書いて「1.リストバンドの赤の色の人は、1番最初に席を立ち、サラダ、お肉等を取りに行ってください。」「黄色は2番目です」翻訳した分を見せるだけでいいと思います。言語の壁を乗り越えたツアーに日本人だけではないのですが皆が参加できるようになると思います。

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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: Couples
Posted on: 2020/01/17
Activity Date: 2020/01/13

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>

The power of the fire show is amazing. ファイヤーショーの迫力はすごい

Reviewed by: トトロ

There are many similar tours, and I was a bit confused during the pickup. Since there are few staff members who can speak Japanese, it might be tough if you can't speak at all.

The show itself was enjoyable, but there were some experiences that were not available on the day.

似たようなツアーが多く、ピックアップ時に少し迷った。
日本語を対応できるスタッフが少ない、もしくはいないため多少なりと喋れないと辛いかもしれない。

ショー自体は楽しかったが、体験できるものが当日ないものもあった。

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Posted on: 2019/12/31
Activity Date: 2019/12/26
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