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Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Great Guide!

Reviewed by: David F

The guided tour and the whole experience was very good. We have actually seen a better Luau, however, the show made up for any kind of disappointment we would ever have with the Luau. Great facility, very clean, especially the restrooms. Wonderful family experience.

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/08/17
Activity Date: 2019/08/14

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

First Time to the Islands

Reviewed by: Chris

This was our first time to the islands as a family and the Circle Tour and Polynesian Cultural Center was a great way to start our trip. The Polynesian Cultural Center was so cool learning about all the different Polynesian cultures and customs. We would definitely recommend this to anyone else visiting the islands. The canoe show was great!

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/08/05
Activity Date: 2019/03/25

Polynesian Cultural Center Admission Ticket with 6 Island Villages & Canoe Ride

Awesome experience. Everyone is truly very nice.

Reviewed by: Take K

Love the experience. Love the food. Will come back and visit again. We came with two small children’s 2 and 4. They love the show and the buffet. Love the boat ride and the theater show. Ac is very cold in the imax show. We took the boat ride and went the very back and visited all the villages back so it’s a one way trip to the buffet if the timing is right. And after the buffet we hang out by the market and listen to the live music.

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Packages: Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/07/27
Activity Date: 2019/07/24

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

Great day out for whole family.

Reviewed by: Tim

Entertaining evening enjoyed by whole family. Plus bonus swim in waterfall during the day. Hard to beat.

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Aloha Tim, and mahalo nui for your review. I'm glad that you had the chance to swim in the falls too. We hope to see you again when you come back to visit the island!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/07/18
Activity Date: 2019/07/15

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

Fantastic Luau with perks

Reviewed by: cawesome

The luau itself was amazing. My family and I enjoyed participating in the pre show activities while learning about true polynesian culture and traditions. It's a smaller luau with only about 200 guests but with the smaller number of patrons you really get to interact and learn from everyone involved.
The host for the activities, Uncle Bob, has a great sense of humor as do the men that do the "cooking" and food prep demonstrations. These men are no joke, they even climbed up the coconut trees. They teach you about a traditional tribe welcoming and uses the guests to act as the tribes while explaining the rituals associated with welcoming guests to their community.
Not a huge selection of foods to sample but everything there was delicious. Kalua pork, teriyaki chicken, macaroni salad, green salad with macadamia nuts, rice, rolls, chantilly cake from Teds Bakery and a coconut type of jello dessert.
The family band that played music during dinner was Amazing. Those kids can really sing! The dancing was very traditional, not just girls in coconut bras and hula skirts, but real polynesian dancing showcasing dances from a variety of the polynesian islands. I was a VIP guest and we were right at eye level with the stage but it looked like most people would have quite a good view of the stage. We also got to go to the buffet first and got great souvenirs. My husband and I got hand fans, my son got a wooden Maui-type hook necklace and my daughter got a wood beaded bracelet that said Hawaii with hibiscus flowers printed on it. After dinner and show on your way out you were able to speak more with the staff and dancers and take pictures with them.
If it was your birthday we all sang happy birthday and you got an extra piece of cake, if it was your anniversary or honeymoon they brought you onstage for a slow dance and gave you a nut lei.
All this plus you get entry into the Waimea valley where you can swim in a waterfall and see beautiful trees and foliage!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha, and mahalo mui for your review. We are review. We are pleased to know that you had the best time at the luau. It is with delight that we read your review of your luau, which we have planned to be an Interactive one. I by the way also hope the band played and sang Blue Bayou. That song, sang by an of the kids is a real tear jerker.

  • Fire dancers

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/07/09
Activity Date: 2019/07/03

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

A wonderful day

Reviewed by: Kristi

What a great cultural experience. Ideal for all ages & families! A big day, but a great day learning about pacific cultures :)

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/07/07
Activity Date: 2019/07/05

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

Worth it!

Reviewed by: NVP

The Toa Luau was a great first luau for our family (30 to 60 year olds). Waimea Valley itself is beautiful; definitely come at least 2 hours early to be able to walk to the waterfall and enjoy the scenery. The pre-luau activities like weaving grass head bands, husking coconuts etc were fun. The show itself was fantastic too - they performed authentic ceremonies and dances from different Polynesian islands. The host was hilarious! Only slight downside was the food was only mediocre. We are all vegetarian and our main entree was bland quinoa; but we were happy there was even a vegetarian option (you have to request ahead of time though). Overall this luau is definitely worth it and we will recommend it to all of our family and friends!!

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Aloha, and mahalo for your review! We are glad you had fun at the luau although it looks like we need to work on our menu. When you come back to do the luau please let us know beforehand so we could make preparations for you to have a better meal. We hope to see you soon!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/07/05
Activity Date: 2019/07/01

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Luau & PCC fun

Reviewed by: Mama of 3

Everyone in my family really enjoyed the Polynesian culture center! The guide was amazing, Ian And everyone was so kind. They made a special effort to entertain my eight-year-old which was really nice.

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/06/22
Activity Date: 2019/06/19

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

Honeymoon Heaven

Reviewed by: Kathy

This was our first time in Oahu and first time at a Luau. Highly recommend Toa
Luau. We arrived a few hours early since ticket includes admission to the Waimea Valley Gardens and Falls. Bring swimsuits and take a dip into the waterfalls at the end of the valley! We walked back to the Luau in time for the fun activities and 'pre-Luau' events includes crafts. We attended as a couple but this would be wonderful for families. The Luau then began with an amazing show complete with dancing and fire! Cousin Billy our host was entertaining and hospitable--the entire experience has a 'family' welcoming vibe. The food was good with a variety of choices. Because we were on our honeymoon Cousin Bill called up all the anniversaries/honeymoon couples for a special gift and blessing which was so special to us. We would definitely return this time with our family! Great job Toa Luau we'll be back!

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Aloha, and mahalo for your review! Your Toa Luau Ohana is looking forward to seeing you again :-)

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Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/05/26

Polynesian Cultural Center Admission Ticket with 6 Island Villages & Canoe Ride

Polynesian Cultural center

Reviewed by: an vuong

The staff was very help to assist us for the program timing and activity. park was very clean. performer are very talented. buffet was delicious. we have very good time for this trip in Hawaii. Thanks

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Packages: [Open Spring 2021] General Admission & Show [12:00pm - 9:00pm]
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/05/18
Activity Date: 2019/05/15

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Much recommended!

Reviewed by: Marina

I would say: little exposure to the island, but if you are looking into the opportunity to experience the island while getting a real dip into cultural life of the Polynesia.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/05/14
Activity Date: 2019/05/11

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Relaxed with variety of shows

Reviewed by: Beth

Shows at each of the Polynesian cultures were scheduled to flow from one to the other. Huki: A Canoe Celebration was a beautiful gathering of the features of all cultures represented at the park. Being a small physical park area, walking between activities was not stressful and workers were happy to help if you couldn't find a show. Great value for money.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/05/10
Activity Date: 2019/05/06

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Loved it

Reviewed by: Lucinda

We purchased the Super Ambassador package and we were treated like royalty. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and respectful. Iotua was our guides name so we highly recommend him. Learning about the other islands in the pacific was fun. They told you just enough that now we would like to visit each one. The parade on water was really something you don’t want to miss. Also the Breath of Fire program was awesome!

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Packages: Super Ambassador Luau Dinner Package & All Day Admission (Private Guided)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/05/05
Activity Date: 2019/05/02

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

First time, life time.

Reviewed by: BIGWEENIEOZ

Very cool to see and hear about all the history of the PCC. This is me and my wife's first time going to the PCC and Hawaii and let's just say that this is a must! Loved every second of it! Will be back again!

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/04/21
Activity Date: 2019/04/18

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Circle Island and Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Karen

This event was outstanding - an excellent way to see so many of the major sites on the island and experience all the Polynesian Cultural Center has to offer. The tour guide was exceptional- providing a lot of interesting information about the various places we visited. Our stops were just the right amount of time to allow us to take pictures and explore a little. My personal favorite was Hanauma Bay - such a beautiful view. The Polynesian Cultural Center is a must see when you visit the island - such interesting and lesser known facts about the history of the Center - and an outstanding luau and show.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/04/15
Activity Date: 2019/04/08

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

Fantastic Luau

Reviewed by: Veronica Biles

Everything was fantastic from beginning to end. The people, the experience, the venue. I would highly recommend.

Reply from activity provider

Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear you had a wonderful time at the luau, and we are looking forward to seeing you again.

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] VIP Package: Front Row Seating + Three Drinks
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/04/04
Activity Date: 2019/04/01

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Cultural Experience with A Heart

Reviewed by: Robin

This is a must do experience if one wants to know more about the Polynesian Culture!

My friends and I got the Ambassador package and was extremely amazed with how all the performers, guides and crew were doing everything with so much heart and passion! There is no lying on how one consistently feels so intrigued with learning about another culture.

Despite this being a manicured and curated tourist attraction with a make-believe setting, it doesn't disappoint. Being called "family" all the time does make the entire experience different.

The Luau night show is not be be missed! The show is called Hai and is so well done that I personally want to experience it again!

Overall, there is nothing much to fault. Also note that tickets purchased and not single entry! You can go back again on another day to continue your tour if you have missed out on certain experiences.

Thumbs up!

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/04/03
Activity Date: 2019/03/30

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Wow, a day to remember!

Reviewed by: Ed, Jing and Simin

Tour guide outstanding. Exceeded all our needs and provided excellent guide service and advice. Treated us special from the moment we met until our departure. Thanks very much for translating Chinese for my wife and daughter and making their experience memorable. Had the best time ever! Definitely need to do this again with same guide. Thank you!

  • Can't wait to come and do this again!

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Packages: Super Ambassador Luau Dinner Package & All Day Admission (Private Guided)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/02/27
Activity Date: 2019/02/20

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Cultural Center **EXCELLENT**

Reviewed by: E Christopherson

The whole Polynesian Cultural Center experience is a must when visiting Oahu. We to Oahu in 2016 and was so fortunate to be able to go back and see this venue. There was plenty of things to do in a day (and everyone should go back either two or three days), seeing the tickets are good for three days. The cultural entertainment was very intriguing. Unfortunately, we weren't able to do many activities on the island as there was just so much to consume the first day there.

The staff was very attentive and friendly, most of them students. Any monies spent went to the tuition and any educational expenses.

The luau was a delight. Plenty of food and very organized!

Highly Recommend!!

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/01/29
Activity Date: 2019/01/21

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Love the super ambassador package!

Reviewed by: Mrs

Loved the Super Ambassador package! We were always in front on shows & we didn’t have to worry about where to go next because everything is planned out for us by our personal guide. Best part, I got a 5% discount thru my work.

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Packages: Super Ambassador Luau Dinner Package & All Day Admission (Private Guided)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/01/04
Activity Date: 2019/01/01

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

PCC

Reviewed by: Deb

The tour itself was great. Getting to stop at some sightseeing areas and enjoy the PCC was definitely a highlight. Could have spent more time at the Dole Plantation and the PCC. The driver Rob was obnoxious however. He talked non stop very loudly and it was difficult to decifer what was fact and what was BS. He talked non stop about himself and we got to the PCC later than anticipated so had less time there.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/01/03
Activity Date: 2018/12/31

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Cultural Center isn't a miss!

Reviewed by: Niv

The tour was okay. To begin with the driver did not wait or call us when we were at the hotel. We called the company so many times and they gave us info that the bus is late and then again in 10 minutes one says the bus left us! It was a horrible experience. I would believe they would atleast call us. But even then we tried to ask to meet the driver elsewhere to catch up on the tour and there was a long wait before they could say yes! The dispatcher lady was helpful but then the driver not so much. I didn't like how the driver kept on talking even though the crowd was asleep. Most tours I have been has a guide talking and interacting with you while the driver drives so its more fun but these have the driver drive and speak on microphone which was disappointing! The tour itself was okay because with the better tour guide it could have been much better. Do not miss the Polynesian Cultural Center. Could spend a good half a day there.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/01/02
Activity Date: 2018/12/24

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

The Ocean is One

Reviewed by: Morrene

The flow from village to village with happy and friendly people made us feel happy. We learned so much from the talented performers...The canoe celebration was a treat...so very crowded for viewing, but it was the Christmas holiday break. When I think of the Polynesian Cultural Center, I will smile and remember the villages, the luau and it's good feeling and the fantastic show...Ha. Unforgettable.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/01/01
Activity Date: 2018/12/29

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

The perfect luau

Reviewed by: Ontreal

Everything was great from the time of arrival. We arrived a few hours early to visit the waterfall and botanical garden. Simply beautiful and peaceful. That landed us in time for the luau and we got upgraded to VIP! Warning VIP you may be asked to be part of the show but it’s all fun and games and a great hands on learning experience. Food was buffet style and also amazingly delicious. All in all a great day at a great price.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha, and mahalo for your review! We are so happy to hear that the luau and the experience at the falls and the garden was fun for you. And thanks for being such a great sport! We make it a point to get our guests involved in the activities and the festivities as a whole. It may have not been more fun if not for your cooperation. Thanks again, and we hope to see you again soon!

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Gold Package: Premium Seating + Two Drinks
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2018/12/22
Activity Date: 2018/12/19

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Awesome full day of fun

Reviewed by: Anonymous

PCC was a lot of fun and had so many different things to do. This was my third time coming to the center. I got there at noon, had their lunch buffet, and visited a few islands before seeing the new canoe show. Huki replaces the canoe pageant and is a lot more elaborate: there's a narration, music, and many more canoes in the water. The show as a whole is a lot more impressive, just make sure you get there early to get good seats in the shade.

After the canoe show we went to a few more villages (Samoa, Fiji, Tonga) before having our fancy prime rib dinner. I preferred the setting of the fine dining option to the luau dinner, as it was quieter and they have ice cream. Crab legs were also a bonus. After dinner, I had an hour or so to spend at the Hukilau Marketplace before the night show, so I browsed around. The night show was great. It put together things from every village presentation along with music, lights, and a longer story that connects all of it. The show is pretty long though, so use the bathroom beforehand (no intermissions).

PCC is a fun way to spend a day in Hawaii and learn a lot about Polynesian culture. Even if you've been there before like me, there's always something new to see or try!

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Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2018/12/05

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Perfect

Reviewed by: Sharnthaword

Absolutely awesome! Every moment was outstanding and beyond our expectation.

  • Just won a game with the family

  • Roasted pig from luau

  • At the luau

  • Luau entertainment

  • Entertainment

  • Me and my best friend

  • Food from luau

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2018/11/16
Activity Date: 2018/11/13

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Polynesian Cultural Center great..driver/tour guide a little annoying

Reviewed by: Amy

I found the driver/tour guide annoying and condescending. When telling us the time limits he could have scripted better like i.e." we're on a tight schedule and we only have 10 mins on this site so please be back at (state the exact time). He's so full of himself and very scattered with his stories and facts. He didn't even know Hawaii's state bird, he said the white crane. He kept on showing his arm muscles and his jokes were not even funny. He kept on singing, he could just have played any Hawaiian music, he also took jabs at other driver/tour guides.

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Packages: Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2018/11/10
Activity Date: 2018/11/07

Circle Island Sightseeing Tour & Full-Day Polynesian Cultural Center Tickets

Amazing time

Reviewed by: Denise

Our time at the Polynesian Cultural Center center was truly amazing. We did splurge on the super ambassador ticket. Which was well worth every penny. We spent the day with Tyrone, he was the most intelligent, knowledgeable, kind and caring person. He made sure we understood everything we were watching or listening too. It started to rain and he ran and supplied us all with rain ponchos. Everyone who worked there were friendly, and knowledgeable about their land. We were there for 8 hours and we could have easily have spent several more hours.

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Packages: Super Ambassador Luau Dinner Package & All Day Admission (Private Guided)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/10/26
Activity Date: 2018/10/12

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Wonderful cultural experience

Reviewed by: Scott

This was our second visit to the center and we enjoyed it as much as we did the first time. The guides were very friendly, knowledgeable and aware of each of our needs. The young performers were excited about their culture and were full of energy and joy as they shared their culture with us. The luau was very good and the show was excellent. A very enjoyable family activity. We would highly recommend thie Polynesian Cultural Center as s part of your Oahu experience.

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Packages: Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/09/30
Activity Date: 2018/09/21

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

Great family activity

Reviewed by: Scott

The entertainment and activities were excellent!!
The young entertainers were very enthusiastic and had so much energy. We enjoyed this luau very much.

Reply from activity provider

Aloha Scott, thanks for your review! We are so glad you had all the best at the luau, and we look forward to seeing you again. Mahalo from your Toa Luau Ohana! ^_^

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Packages: [5:00 PM Show] Silver Package: Standard Seating + One Drink
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2018/09/30
Activity Date: 2018/09/19