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Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great Luau!
Reviewed by: Leslie Schiefelbein
Great show and very entertaining. Music and dances were fun, entertainers were very skilled. Everyone was pleasant and friendly. Food was only fair but I would go again anytime. The Chief was excellent!
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| Packages: | Royal Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/05/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/04/28 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Best day in Hawaii
Reviewed by: Steve Salisbury
Booked an "Ambassador Package" as it seemed to offer a comprehensive itinerary and very glad we did as it took care of all the planning necessary to view the centre in a day.
The prime rib and seafood buffet was as good as expected considering the amount of guests it was catering for. The different cultural villages provided a good mix of information and humour as not to overload visitors brains. Guest involvement in traditional customs such as weaving and drumming was fun.
The "Ha" show was excellent, keeping the audience fully focused and entertained.
I would recommend the travel inclusive package from Waikiki. Smooth bus operation and after a full day, an opportunity to relax after the event. The guide on the outward journey was entertaining and informative.
What really made this a day to remember was our centre guide "Tori". Through all our years travelling the world, she was beyond doubt the most friendly, informative and caring person we have ever encountered in this role.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/21 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Great !
Reviewed by: California fisherman
Veltra gave the cheap price, we took a tour guide that helped covering most of the place at Polynesia cultural center
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/12 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Hands down best luau I've ever been to
Reviewed by: Kendall
My wife, 11 month old daughter, and I got the chance to attend the Chief’s Luau at Sea Life Park, under the Paradise Package. I usually don’t expect much from the food and drinks at these sorts of events, but I was pleasantly surprised. The food was very good, especially considering that it is a buffet, and the drinks were not watered down. In regards to the show, it was absolutely fantastic. The cast performed dances from the various Polynesian Islands and the entire time, the Chief is telling jokes (the jokes contain a bit of innuendo) and making sure everyone is having a good time. There is a reason Chief Sielu performs all over the island, practically every day: not only is he a very skilled performer, but he is absolutely hilarious. I will definitely be coming again. Please note that the cast does pull members of the audience for different parts of the show, however, it is not the run-of-the-mill “let’s all dance at the end” type thing, they are actually part of the festivities.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/04/06 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Unique Experience
Reviewed by: Sheryl Janssen
We were greeted by our guide who made sure we were in time for all of the activities. She would have us leave a little early to get to shows that were especially popular so we could get good seats. When it was time for dinner, we opted for the prime dining instead of the luau, so I cannot comment on the luau. After dinner we had a few minutes before going to the show. The show was a fabulous way to end the evening. It was a history of Hawaii that sort of reminded me of the Broadway play, "The Lion King". I would definitely take guests who had never been to the Polynesian Culture Center. I doubt that my husband and I would go again unless we wanted to try the luau. Not because it wasn't enjoyable, but because we have already experienced it. About the staff: they were wonderful! Our guides were so protective over us that it was hard to get away from the group to buy a soda! There is no alcohol served here which suited us fine. If you can't get through an afternoon and evening
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/02/23 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Awesome fun
Reviewed by: Daniel+Kenza
Perfect evening with cultural games and insights into the past of the Polynesian way of life.
Food could have been better in more varieties.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/02/03 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Jermaine - the Main Main
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Jermaine (the "Main Man") was awesome! He made the experience so enjoyable.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/02/03 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Educational & Entertaining
Reviewed by: Dirk
One of the sites that I will never miss out on visiting during my frequent visits to Oahu is the Polynesian Cultural Center. This is an amazing place to spend a day if you are interested in learning more about the history and culture of Polynesia in a enjoyable and entertaining way. I strongly recommend that you spend the extra money and take advantage of the full day Ambassador Package. It is certainly well worth the extra cost! With it you will spend the entire day on a small group tour given by a knowledgeable guide who will take you to all the different villages where you will learn the history and culture of that particular Island from individuals who actually grew up on those Islands. Following a full day of touring the villages, you will eat a large meal. Here, with the Ambassadors Package, you have the choice of eating at the Luau or the Prime Rib/Seafood dinner. If you have or are planning to attend another Luau while you are visiting the Islands, I would opt for th
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/28 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
2 Thumbs Up
Reviewed by: K Born
This was an excellent show and we were so glad we attended. We actually chose to drive to Sea Park, however due to the distance and evening hours, we decided to contact Hawaii Activities to add the transportation 6 hours prior to departure. Hawaii Activities handled everything, and gave us simple instructions to hop aboard the tour bus which was a 1/2 block from where we stayed.
As for "Chiefs Luau", this was so much fun, the entertainment included so many from the crowd, and the "Chief" can definately entertain and bring so much laughter.
Plan on the early activities and particpate. They want to share there culture which is even more fun.
With the evening show, take a light jacket as it can get breezy once the sunsets.
Camera & Video - A MUST
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/22 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Untitled
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Great, very enjoyable!!!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/09 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
A showery day at PCC
Reviewed by: Islander77
We upgraded to the full day, rather than sticking to the late entry. We wanted to have more time to check out the presentations etc. The presentations were interesting and well done. They came over as authentic rather than cheesy or Disneyesque. The staff were excellent all 'round. There were showers passing through, but it didn't take away from our day, as there were plenty of buildings/huts to head into, and showers don't seem to last too long in this part of the world. The entertainment and food at the Luau was good. It did take a long time to get to the lining up and eating part, but there were a lot of people. It would have been better if they started processing the tables through the buffet right after the unveiling of the pig, and we could just watch the entertainment as we went, instead of largely sitting for nearly an hour before anyone started lining up. The HA show was amazing, and I would recommend it too anyone going to Oahu. Overall an opportunity to learn about
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/01/08 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
WOW!
Reviewed by: Andy G
After Pearl Harbor, the most exciting, educational and enjoyable site of our initial trip to Hawaii. Will do again and again each time we visit the Islands.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/12/28 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Food
Reviewed by: lori
Did not like the Luau food at all! Very thankful that they had great ice cream at the concession before the show
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/12/03 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Great time
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We had a very good time at the polynisian cultural center. Had an opportunity to understand about the different cultures in the polynesian islands.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/11/27 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Good
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Good
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/11/09 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
My personal review
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
What an amazing experience!!!! I will be back :-)
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/11/01 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Very Educational
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
I have been here before, so this was my second visit. Just as amazing as the first time I was there. The students who run the programs are so friendly and knowledgeable. The day is very busy, but so much fun. Definitely worth having the tour guide. The center is kept spotless and all of the shows are enjoyable. The best place to visit to learn about the culture you are visiting. Would visit here every time I am on the island. Great trip! Luau is fun and upbeat. The night show is the best!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/10/31 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Alii Luau Polynesian Cultural Exp
Reviewed by: Visitor from Kentucky
This was a full day. Prepare to be exhausted by the end of it. BUT it was well worth it. We paid the extra to use our guide for the day (cousin Cissy) which for sure was the best plan since we would not have seen half of the exhibits and demonstrations that he took us to had we gone it alone. Well worth the extra expense. Cousin Cissy was the best guide - he was totally passionate for his culture and very knowledgeable. He genuinely cared that we saw the best of his people. A perfect day out which ended with an amazing show - a must to see. Our only compaint was the food - it was disappointing and bland. But plenty of it so we did not go hungry.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/10/26 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Creepy nice
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Everyone was nice almost to the creepy extreme if you are from NY or Chicago. Big BYU influence may have been the reason for the overly dressed female workers. Very child friendly environment. Would defiantly take a young family there.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/10/18 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Polynesian Culture Center
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The Polynesian Culture Center was a great experience. The representations of the countries were great. The canoe ride, the canoe parade, and the activities were very well done. Our guides, Hannah and Saydie were awesome. They really made our tour special, and were very informative. The HA fire show was amazing !
The only thing that was disappointing was the dinner. There wasn't much of a variety. I went back for seconds and there was barely any food left, and no fruit. It seemed that we were rushed throught dinner. I was very disappointed in what I thought would be an "authentic" luau.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/10/17 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
A great time had by all
Reviewed by: Karen
I attended the Chief's luau with my husband, siblings/spouses, and my elderly parents. A great time was had by all....even got my parents (temporary) tattooed at the event! We enjoyed the pre-show activities and the food was delicious. Chief and his group of entertainers put on an excellent show. This was my first luau, but my siblings had been to others on previous visits and said Chief's luau was their favorite.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/10/12 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
The Best Luau
Reviewed by: Blaze Daniels
This was our first Luau and we are confident in saying that it is quite possibly the best Luau you could attend. It was very authentic and Chief Seilu put on a great show from the dancing to music to his corky comedy. The activities before the Luau and the show itself are a perfect experience for anyone visiting Oahu.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/29 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
PPC Ambassador tour
Reviewed by: B&B
Were entertained by Walter on the road to the Center. Before arriving Walter "strongly" encouraged everyone to purchase the lunch buffet for an additional $15 The buffet was nothing spectacular.
As an "ambassador package group" we were herded around by Elvis. We started out as the first group but somehow ended by late for all the demonstrations. Elvis was in such a rush to get us in place that he provided very little in the way of cultural information. Supposedly the Ambassador group see only the "highlights". The Canoe pageant costumes were first class but the boats looked "tired". Somoa action was well done and very funny. Drumming show in Tonga really energized the audience.
The Luau dinner food was nothing to write home about.
The Pacific show was outstanding but could eliminate the pineapple delight - too much - too messy for such a large audience,,,left trash everywhere in theatre. At a minimum you should end intermission with going through the aisles with tr
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/22 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great Time!!
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We really enjoyed this Luau. The entertainment and location were fantastic. The food was typical luau food, but what it lacked was made up for by the staff and the show. Would go again in a heartbeat.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/14 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
A Lovely Event & Evening
Reviewed by: Leigh
1 - A very informative and interesting event
2 - A fantastic location for the event, with mountains and the sea in the back-drop
3 - Talented dancers!
4 - A hilarious chief who makes the entire crowd get involved and excited
5 - Decent food for a buffet, some unique Hawaiian dishes. Nothing too fancy. It's not about the food, much more about the experience overall.
It was our first time in Hawaii and our first and only luau. We are happy we went and experienced it on the 2nd night of our vacation. It is worth it to have the luau experience and great fun!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/14 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Good People and Prompt Service
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The customer rep contacted me for reminder over a phone a day before our planned trip. Since I did not have printed paper of confirmation Hawaiian Activities faxed our confirmation to ticket desk and tickets were ready for us at cultural center desk. The seats for Ha Breath show were at center and had a good show coverage.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/05 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Chief's luau
Reviewed by: Remar
Great show. Started out slow at first but the small audience made it a really personal experience
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/04 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Pretty cool visit.
Reviewed by: Pratik
Everyone says that PCC is the #1 place to go when you're on Oahu, but I don't get it.
Yes, there are a lot of things to do there but it's mostly walking around and looking at different artifacts and recreations. It wasn't a big deal to me, especially since most people file all that information under M for "meh" after they leave the place.
One thing that really rubbed me the wrong way was that they kept pushing their $5 "Island Deelite" ice cream bowls on everyone, but only after forcing people to sit in 90-degree weather with no shade.
There wasn't enough of a gap in between lunch and dinner for me... you can't give people a buffet lunch and then expect them to dive into a buffet dinner less than five hours later, with Island Deelite ice cream in between of course. The after-dinner show was pretty good, but kind of cliche for me and had more of the "meh" factor from before.
The main thing that rubs me the wrong way is that the PCC is run by a church, so they don't really co
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/01 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
2nd Time Around
Reviewed by: Wanda K
This is the second year in a row that we attended the Polynesian Cultural Center and the Alii Luau. The show is great and the food is probably the best we have had at a Luau. This is probably because the focus is on doing everything possible so that the guest is entertained with a wonderful show and feed all the delicious food you want to eat instead of trying to get you to spend your money on alcohol and then getting you to act foolish like they do at many of the other luaus on Oahu.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/08/08 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great Luau!!!
Reviewed by: Shannon
My family and I had a wonderful time. The entire night we were laughing and enjoying the show. The view is beautiful and the staff was great. I would definitely recommend this to people looking for a Luau.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/07/31 |
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