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

Wonderful Day

Reviewed by: Larry C

As this was my wife's first trip to Hawaii, we visited the center. I'd never been before either.
We both thoroughly enjoyed the day and our guide. We paid for the Ambassador level and it was worth every penny as you are guided through the center with a personal touch.
The center was very informative and the luau was very good.
We'll be returning again as there is so much to see and learn that it can't be covered in ine day, even with a guide.

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Packages:	Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2014/02/26
Activity Date:	2014/02/24

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

Phenomenal

Reviewed by: Judy M

Took the 1/2 day excursion but wish I had time to do the full day. There was such a strong feeling of joy and energy during all the performances. The imagine theater, the newest attraction was amazing. The Luau was great the the final performance was amazing, such talent and energy, no shows we saw on the cruise ship we were on could compare

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Packages:	Alii Luau Half-Day Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2014/02/10
Activity Date:	2014/01/31

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

circle island tour with prime dining

Reviewed by: Phyllis LaForge

excellent. Jason was amazing. His knowledge of the area extensive

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Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2014/02/05
Activity Date:	2014/02/01

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

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Michelle

Food was good. Luau could have been better. Very friendly staff.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Half-Day Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/12/22
Activity Date:	2013/12/20

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

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Winn

This was a waste of money. The only thing that Veltra did was make the reservation for the luau and the show. We arrived at the Polynesian cultural center expecting a tour. After a phone call, we realized we was on our own. We could have done it by ourselves.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/12/18
Activity Date:	2013/12/11

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

Wonderful tour and nice bus

Reviewed by: Yolanda

We had a wonderful time there and very enjoy!!! Our tourguide and driver are very humor! Btw, the bus they provide was very great and comfortable!

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2013/12/11
Activity Date:	2013/12/02

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

Absolutely wonderful…PCC

Reviewed by: Anthony

“HA Breathe of Life” is the best luau on the island of Oahu. The dinner packages are fantastic you cannot go wrong with either dinner package. Polynesian Cultural Center is a fabulous place to learn about the different cultures that make up Polynesia. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone; you will have a great time.

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Packages:	Ambassador Prime Restaurant Dining & Premium Show Seating
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/12/02
Activity Date:	2013/11/22

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

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Lynn

We had a great time. This is well worth every penny it costs. We saw and learned so many great things. The luau was great, food was delicious. The Breath of Life play was the best I've ever seen, so high energy. If I ever get back to Hawaii again would definately do this again.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2013/11/23
Activity Date:	2013/11/04

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

Total

Reviewed by: David

Too fast - need to slow down and spend more time on each area

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Packages:	Ambassador Luau: Premium Show Seating & Guided Park Tour
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/11/02
Activity Date:	2013/10/07

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

Ambassador Alii Luau Full Day Package

Reviewed by: msblock

I had a great experience!
During the bus drive to PCC there is a tour guide who is really good on entertaining the crowd while giving important information about Hawaii culture. As you arrive there you are greeted by the employees while checking-in.
After lunch (i've purchased a nice BBQ buffet) I started my tour, the guide was very friendly and took us to each village and we had the chance to participate of many cultural activities.
If you were not able to see all the presentations, don't worry, you can have a small demonstration of each Village during the Canoe Pageant.
If you have time, please check the Hawaiian Journey Theater, you will watch a beautiful movie about Hawaii. I was impressed by the size of the theater. There's also a Tram Tour around Laie town and you can visit the Temple.
By 5pm it starts the Dinner Luau. There is a lot of different options, and they were all delicious! After dinner there's the beautiful show "Ha: Breath of Life". It's a wonderful production!

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Posted on:	2013/10/21

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

Great day

Reviewed by: Lilly

We chose this place to learn about polynesian culture, place is adorable, great people around, nice dinner and fantastic show at the end of the day. We recommend it.have fun!

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/10/17
Activity Date:	2013/10/14

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

ALOOOOOOHA!!

Reviewed by: Matt C

The cultural center and night show were awesome. The luau was amazing! Very memorable experience!

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/10/16
Activity Date:	2013/09/17

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

Awesome Dinner Show

Reviewed by: Sunny

The Polynesian center is a must see. The Luau was a bit disappointing in terms of the food selection and quantity. The evening show however was Outstanding!! I would recommend make this an all day event so as to explore the entire center.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Half-Day Package
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2013/09/18
Activity Date:	2013/09/14

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

Polynesian cultural centre

Reviewed by: Maritza

Excellent centre, great way to learn about the Polynesian cultures and very entertaining.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/09/18
Activity Date:	2013/09/14

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

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Roger

wonderful tour had the greatest guide was able to see everything and had alot of good laughs was well worth having a tour guide

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Posted on:	2013/09/07

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

just okay

Reviewed by: joie nick

The food was horrible and the show was okay. We did not make it in time to do any of the activities offered. My parents were there all day and enjoyed the activities more than the dinner and show.

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Posted on:	2013/09/06

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

MUST READ!!!!!

Reviewed by: OhMyHiroshi

We had a wonderful time here. Our driver and escort provided lively Hawaiian music,taught us about sacred Hawaiian land, historic places where movies were filmed, and a list of Hawaiian vocabulary. As we got there we were greeted by employees while checking in. We saw every village and participated in some activities. We learned how to dance hula and play the ukulele. We also got to see the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The Luau portion was the best! I have never been satisfied with an endless luau buffet.Food was great but I have only one suggestion which is make sure you don't eat too much because you still need to attend the show HA The Breath of Life. The show was awesome with historic facts of how children were raised with the sense of Ohana in Hawaii. After watching this show my girlfriend and I are aware of how and what life means to the Hawaiians.Ultimately if you are planning on visiting Oahu and was interested in this activity, then don't hesitate to book it!

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Posted on:	2013/09/02

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

Circle Island Tour & PCC Luau & show

Reviewed by: TizLV

The circle island tour (1 star) was too much a rush, it is literally a drive half way around the island to get to PCC, only a couple stops that barely has time to get off the bus and take photos, and no where states that the famous Hanauma Bay is closed on Tuesday for cleanup.

The PCC operates like the cruise ship, put a lei on you just to have photographer take pictures to sell you later, and then take the lei back. The so called guides in the PCC are students where some of them are not well trained to handle the group; you can do everything by yourself using the schedule of programs.

The Luau was mediocre, no whole pig roasting, just a huge dinning hall with lots of people, eating the buffet, and some show on stage. Sorry, I live in Vegas, this cannot compare.

"HA: Breath of Life" Show definitely 5 star, very well done and great performers, if you are willing to pay high price for shows in Vegas, this one is on par.

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Packages:	Ambassador Luau - Premium Show Seating & Guided Group Park Tour
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2013/08/31
Activity Date:	2013/08/06

Polynesian Cultural Center Admission Tickets & HĀ Breath of Life Evening Show

Poly Culture Center

Reviewed by: jay

it was great fun for the entire family (12 yo boy and 9 yo girl) + mother in law The shows/ presentations were cute at each "islands" but definitely the highlight was HA -- the fire show--- would definitely go back next time in Hawaii but would go straight to the show ----

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Packages:	Islands of Polynesia Admission & "HĀ: Breath of Life" Evening Show Package
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2013/08/19
Activity Date:	2013/07/02

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

Very good

Reviewed by: Jessica

I thought the cultural center was very good. Our tour guide was amazing and would recommend having one. The only bad thing was not being able to take pictures during the breath of life show and no air movement. Show was great but very warm. Wish I could have taken pictures.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2013/07/31
Activity Date:	2013/07/25

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

If you're a first timer, this is a must!

Reviewed by: BGC

We had a wonderful time. If you wanted to have plain good time knowing the Polynecian culture this is a must! You will be spending most of your day in a ALL IN ONE package,from activities, education, culture, music, language. I don't know about other people but there is nothing to complain about the Luau and this place, the food was good,the show was great, the evening show was spectacular! For those who expect to get drunk and expect a Las Vegas type of show, please do your self a favor go somewhere else, BUT if you wanted to have a clean entertainment and wholesome environment for you and your family and appreciate custumes,culture, pretty and handsome islanders don't think twice of going here. Several reviewers expect a Las Vegas show and almost bear all, I'm a Islander I find those reviews very insulting to the culture of our people, this is a paradise Island, so please leave your mind set behind before coming here. PCC does the best to preserve the culture and their ancestry.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2013/07/11
Activity Date:	2013/07/01

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

Luau and tour

Reviewed by: Chin Wang

The tour guide and tour of the island was outstanding. The show at the Cultural Center was very well done and enjoyable. The food was okay, but not what was expected.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/07/10
Activity Date:	2013/07/02

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

Circle Island Tour & Polynensian cultural center

Reviewed by: Sergio Delgadillo

Nice event! So much to learn!! The day goes by fast with all the fun. They have a lot of activities for all the family. The dinner was awesome, prime rib buffet. Can't wait to go back!!

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Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2013/06/30
Activity Date:	2013/06/22

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

Not very authentic except for HA

Reviewed by: Nicky

Terrible food at the luau. Not very authentic in terms of food or staff. Was like a discount Disneyland but with not very convincing landscaping. A total tourist trap in terms of knock off "artisan" items and souvenirs. However the show HA was amazing. If I ever went back, would only go for the show.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Half-Day Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/06/27
Activity Date:	2013/06/24

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

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Mary Mabes

It was a great learning experience to see all the different cultures.
We had a great time and I highly recommend it its worth the trip.

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Packages:	Ambassador Alii Luau
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2013/06/24
Activity Date:	2013/06/19

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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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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Posted on:	2013/04/12

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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Posted on:	2013/02/23

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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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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Posted on:	2013/01/28

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Wonderful Day

Phenomenal

circle island tour with prime dining

Polynesian Cultural Center

Polynesian Cultural Center

Wonderful tour and nice bus

Absolutely wonderful…PCC

Polynesian Cultural Center

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Ambassador Alii Luau Full Day Package

Great day

ALOOOOOOHA!!

Awesome Dinner Show

Polynesian cultural centre

Polynesian Cultural Center

just okay

MUST READ!!!!!

Circle Island Tour & PCC Luau & show

Poly Culture Center

Very good

If you're a first timer, this is a must!

Luau and tour

Circle Island Tour & Polynensian cultural center

Not very authentic except for HA

Polynesian Cultural Center

Best day in Hawaii

Great !

Unique Experience

Jermaine - the Main Main

Educational & Entertaining

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