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Aha Aina Royal Hawaiian Luau - Waikiki Oceanfront Luau Dinner Show
Royal Hawaiian Luau
Reviewed by: D renner
The history of Hawaii was tastefully and elegantly done. The fire dancer was totally awesome. The chance to meet the cast after the performance was great, it allowed me to connect with them on a personal basis.
For those of use who prepaid for the deluxe accommodations the check in process was not good. There was no express check in. I had to stand in line with everyone else who had not prepaid and who was not purchasing the deluxe package! So the check in process totally circumvented what I paid for. Yes, I got to sit closer to the stage and got a different lei but that was it. So I don't know that the deluxe price was worth it.
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| Packages: | Premium Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/03 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Polynesian Cultural Center Alii Luau & Night Show/Full Day Package
Reviewed by: ScottH
Very good, everything we were told it would be. The performers and staff were wonderful, warm and friendly, however, we were a little disappointed in the lava. It was not what we expected. It was more like a group buffet. On the other hand the Breath of Ha show was thrilling and excellent. We would highly recommend it. All in all, a thoroughly enjoyable day.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/06 |
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＞
家族大満足
Reviewed by: サワヤス
両親、妻、娘、計６人でのハワイ旅行、すべて英語での対応で意味不明なところはたくさんありましたが、ダンスパフォーマンスに大満足でした。
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| Packages: | 最前列！ロイヤルプラン＜2014年末まで＞ |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/05 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Amazing center and a great cause
Reviewed by: Ian & Tasha
We did the full day PCC package and definitely loved it. However, its all about the tour guide. If you go try to get cousin Main he was extremely knowledgeable and manage to get us in the front row for all the events. Also, learning about how the majority of the proceeds go to student tuition it is a nice to know. Lastly, the HA fire show definitely is one of, if not, the best fire show luau ever.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/04 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Best night!
Reviewed by: Baileys
The Cheifs luau was great! He's hilarious and his dancers were amazing to watch. The food was excellent and this is some thing we would do again and recommend to others!!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/15 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Polynesian Cultural Center
Reviewed by: Peter
This is a must see attraction. Of course very touristy but very well done. So much to see . Arrived around 12.30 had a quick lunch it was go go go for 5+ hours.It was very entertaining and informative. I want to come back to see what I missed. The extra $25 for lunch and guided tour was well worth it. Loved the Luau and night show . Don't think about this one just go!
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/08 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
" A Great Experience"
Reviewed by: Todd and Belinda
I have to say that The Polynesian Culture Center is my favorite memory about Hawaii. I learned so much with this experience. We adored our Tour Guide "Cousin ViVii" she was very informative and a pleasure to be around. Not only is it my favorite memory of Hawaii, but a favorite memory of my life.
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| Packages: | Super Ambassador Luau Dinner Package & All Day Admission (Private Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/09 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Late-Entry Ambassador Package - Average Experience
Reviewed by: Kristen
After reading so many reviews, we expected this experience to be great; however, we found most of the evening to be okay at best. The prime rib and seafood, "prime" dining, is not good. Much of the hot food was luke-warm, the roast beef...I mean prime rib...although pretty sure it was roast beef, was way overcooked and just gross, and much of the food was slimy and just inedible. There was one hot seafood item which was somewhat hot/somewhat still frozen, and my husband said was disgusting. It was not prime dining. I would suggest skipping dining there altogether.
We had some time to walk around; however, most of the exhibits are just artifacts or movies/shows. The Samoa live show was interesting and entertaining, but the videos were boring and I can't imagine what you could spend an entire day there doing (we went late at 4 PM and had plenty of time). The "Ha, Breathe of Life" show was the best part for sure. The show was entertaining; however, it was very long. We went to another luau and show earlier in our trip, booked through the cruise line, and I would say that show was better. "Ha, Breathe of Life" was very long and had a lot of repetitive dancing. They do a part of the show for each Island, so after awhile the dancing gets repetitive. Some aspects were really neat: fire dancing, a few of the dances with props, etc, but it would have been better if it hadn't been so extremely long and repetitive.
Overall, I can't say that I would recommend this experience. If I did, I would recommend the show, without eating dinner. Additionally, be prepared to pay extra for everything and have things that cost money constantly offered to you (I understand, it is a vacation destination, but for the Polynesian Cultural Center, which doesn't allow tipping and is all about culture, it just seemed weird after awhile). Next time we go to Hawaii, we will try a luau closer to the resort area, and skip the Polynesian Cultural Center.
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| Packages: | [Open Spring 2021] Ambassador Luau Dinner & Premium Show Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/01 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Lots of fun
Reviewed by: Gretchen
This was our first luau experience and it was fantastic. Transportation was included, the bus was on time and comfortable. When we arrived, they took a photo that had a beautiful back drop (amazing scenery with the mountain and the ocean), photo was $10 and quite decent quality. There were fun pre-show activities and drinks available. The buffet was good, we paid for the middle of the road package which was worth it. The emcee was funny and personable and the show was very entertaining, the woman sitting next to us said that they had been to several luaus and this was by far the best fire show they'd seen. We were called onto stage because it was our honeymoon and they gave me a nice flower bouquet. Overall it was really a great experience! The whole staff worked hard to make the night a good one. Worth every penny!
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| Packages: | Paradise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/05 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Amazing time! Best guide ever!
Reviewed by: Candice
When we first booked this tour it was at the recommendation of my parents who had visited a few years previously. My husband and I were originally going to explore the center on our own, however, after spending an hour on the bus with Jermaine (hope I spelled that right) and learning that he was giving the tour, we decided to pay a little extra and join the tour group. Best investment we made on our vacation. Not only was Jermaine knowledgeable, friendly, and seriously hilarious, but he got us to all the shows and we saw more than if we had tried to navigate the center ourselves. Highly recommend this place to everyone, and pay the extra for a guide. Well worth it.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/22 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Chef's luau!!
Reviewed by: Take K
We love this luau!! The chef was super funny and he interacted with everyone at the luau. It was really personal and everyone was treated like family. We will def go back again. LOL Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/09/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/01 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Polynesian Center
Reviewed by: Lisa WS
The bus tour guide was great but quite disappointed in the Center. Did not seem authentic Polynesian at all. The best time was the fire dance part of the show. The rest I could've skipped. Didn't feel like I learned anything real about the different cultures which was disappointing.
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/06 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
First experience for my kids
Reviewed by: The Mann Family
We love the dancers and the stories! It was awesome!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/08 |
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＞
ショーを見て
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き人間
ハワイには何回も来ていますが、このショーのチーフのトークがたいへん面白くてまた参加したいと思いました。
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| Packages: | スタンダードプラン（～2013年11月26日） |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/01 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Polynesian cultural center
Reviewed by: Patty Carrillo
The Polynesian tour was great. This was our 2nd time going, but our grandson's first. He had a great time. We also upgrade with tour and our guide was fabulous,he knew his history of the islands. The luau and the food was good, we didn't try any poa. The students there serving were very helpful and good service. The best of all was the night show, loved it. Bus was on time. Our tour guide made it interesting on our way to the Polynesian Cultural center. Great tour to take. Though it was a long day, it's worth it.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/21 |
Aha Aina Royal Hawaiian Luau - Waikiki Oceanfront Luau Dinner Show
Legendary Waikiki Landmark Event
Reviewed by: Marisa
The Aha 'Aina luau provides the ultimate luxury luau experience in the comfort and proximity of Waikiki. Located in the famous Pink Palace of the Pacific, Aha 'Aina doesn't disappoint. The views and outdoor seating are a beautiful backdrop to the evening. The meal is served with musical entertainment and a historical introduction of how the guitar and ukulele were introduced to the islands. This is a great luau for those who love great music and tasty food! The table service is wonderful and the food is excellent. The history of Waikiki comes alive on stage as the dancers take you through time from when Kamehameha united the islands, to the Royal Hawaiian hotel's first opening in 1927. Get ready for a treat, because this is not only a feast for your taste buds, but your eyes and ears as well!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/09 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Chiefs Luau
Reviewed by: Kelley
Really enjoyed the show! Food was...ok. Would recommend based on the entertainment factor.
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| Packages: | Royal Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/06/25 |
伝統ルアウ＆ハワイアンショー「アハアイナ」ワイキキ中心！ダイアモンドヘッドを望む絶景オーシャン・フロントでのディナーショー＜ロイヤル・ハワイアン内＞
賑やかなショー
Reviewed by: akiyo
本当はグレードアップしたかったのですが他国から団体さんがいて断念。
アルコールも飲み放題で、ついついのみすぎました。
ショーは大人向け？でしたがフラダンスショーなどは楽しめました
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/05 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Polynesian Cultural Center Full day package
Reviewed by: Lidia
Was looked after from the moment we walked on board bus with great commentary. Got to see and feel the great islands. When visiting Oahu would recommend highly as a must see.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/05 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Karen (Mackay Qld)
Reviewed by: Karen Bunker
Very interesting and enjoyable day, with a lovely lunch. The Breath of Life show was absolutely amazing and I would recommend it to anyone travelling to Honolulu.
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/05 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Long day
Reviewed by: Clarissa
Be prepared for a long day. Did not get back to hotel until 11pm. Night show was excellent and luau was fun. The food at the luau was a bit disappointing.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/12 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
PCC ambassador luau
Reviewed by: Rochelle
We had a fantastic time at this activity. We would encourage anyone attending for the first time to spend the extra on the ambassador package. There is so much to see and there is now way to get it all in one day and the tour guide will make sure you get to participate in all the live shows they put on there as well as re-entry into the park for another day to see everything else. It is a family friendly environment with the no alcohol on the premises and operated almost entirely by university students from the polynesian islands, so you can get a real feel for the many different cultures and peoples represented. overall it was awesome and well worth the time and money.
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| Packages: | Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/28 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
AMAZING EXPERIENCE -- MUST SEE!!!
Reviewed by: Jennifer Diehl
This tour should be experienced by all who visit the Hawaiian Islands. We attended this tour because my parents who travelled with us had participated in it 20 years ago said it was a must see. I knew very little about the Polynesian Culture before attending and the by the time it was over, my family and I were in awh of this culture. We attended with our two children ages 12&14 and they also loved it. Learning about the other countries who are part of the polynesian culture had us asking questions at every turn, participating in some of the games they play on the different islands had us all with smiles not to mention the wonderful show at days end. We paid for the Super Ambassador Package, yes a more costly package but WORTH EVERY PENNY!!!! You will learn much more about this amazing culture and the many islands by having your own guide. Our guide's name was Sepa, a truly amazing and inspiring young lady from the Islands of Tonga. Not only did we experience many of the polynesian islands while at the PCC but through Sepa we were able to learn from someone personally who lived as this tour depicts. We will always have fond memories of our time spent at the PCC as well as our time with Sepa.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/06 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
To be an Ali'i, you Must Drink Kawa With an Ali'i
Reviewed by: ----------RHO----
My girlfriend and I decided to attend this luau because we were told that it is more privatized, less populated, and more personal. Indeed it was. Chiefs Luau has got be one of the most entertaining luau I have been to so far. Chief Sielu is a natural entertainer, with a real good sense of humor. The best part was Chief Sielu hand selected Ali'is to be used for demonstrations and entertainment. I believe the ali'is that he has chosen for the evening will never forget how to hold their wives, and throw them away. Overall this was the most funniest luau and great food.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/05 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Great time
Reviewed by: Melbourne, Australia
Would recommend Chief's Luau to anyone looking for some wonderful entertainment. It was very well run and great value for money. We had a terrific time.
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| Packages: | Paradise Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/30 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
Don't spend the whole day!!
Reviewed by: Lalita
We got picked up from the hotel at 10am and brought to the cultural center where we were asked to pay $25 for the tour guide and lunch. we didn't feel like having such a big lunch so we did not take the offer. There were too many people and we hardly see anything. The Luau was so so and the line was too long. We rather spend the quality time near the beach sipping some cold beer.
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/29 |
Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show
very pleased from Montana
Reviewed by: veta wade
My husband, son and I had a great time. We got there at noon and did the whole day including luau and show. We went thru every village and watched all the dances and there village life. So beautiful and full of pride. The luau was very good along with the entertainment but the show, Ha The Breath of Life, was the best. I suggest to all who visit not to miss the show!
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| Packages: | Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/31 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
FUN!!!
Reviewed by: Detroit
The entertainers were so personable. I felt like I was amongst family.
Activities, food& entertainment. The drinks were very strong
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| Packages: | Aloha Experience Package: Wing Seating, Shell Lei Greeting & 1 Drink |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/23 |
Chief's Luau - Polynesian Show with Authentic Award-Winning Fire Knife Dancing
Chief's Luau at Sea Life Park Hawaii
Reviewed by: Harold Walters
The performances were so-so. The seating was not good even though
it was Royal seating. We didn't get our lei as promised. The food
was not very good for the price. The one saving grace was that the
staff was very nice. The young people who delivered the food was
thoughtful and polite and returned to see if we wanted more food.
The mixed drinks were no more than sugar water. I attended the
Sea Life Luau about 5 years ago and it was excellent.
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| Packages: | Royal Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/18 |
伝統ルアウ＆ハワイアンショー「アハアイナ」ワイキキ中心！ダイアモンドヘッドを望む絶景オーシャン・フロントでのディナーショー＜ロイヤル・ハワイアン内＞
ハワイらしい夜
Reviewed by: 中野公康
わたしたちの結婚式で来てもらったハワイ初めての母に、ハワイらしいものを見てもらいたいと思って予約しました。
ｽﾀﾝﾀﾞｰﾄﾞで予約したため、席は集合３０分前に行って並びました。２番手だったので、良い席に通してもらいました。ワイキキで唯一のオーシャンビューでも野外ステージで、特別な夜でした。ファイアーダンスがすばらしかったです。
母もおしゃれして行って、ハワイに来たという実感があって、ほんとによかったと言ってくれました。化粧室から帰ってきたときに演者の方に通せんぼされて喜んでいました。笑
食事もおいしかったです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/31 |
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