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

Cultural Experience!

Reviewed by: Kara

Fun day and a good wrap with the show and delicious dinner!

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/09/18
Activity Date: 2023/08/01

ポリネシア カルチャー センター ハワイ最大の伝統ルアウショー!ショーのみまたはビュッフェ・ディナー付きから選べるプラン<送迎付きプランあり>

The dance is worth seeing, but the food is not to be expected. ダンスは一見の価値あり、食事は期待できません。

Reviewed by: タータクカイ

The buffet has a wide variety of dishes, but the meat is tough and the seafood seasoning doesn't suit Japanese tastes, so overall, it was disappointing. Honestly, it might have been better to skip the buffet and use nearby restaurants or food trucks. The presentation of the food was interesting, but the taste quality received low ratings even from middle and high school kids.

As for the show, I can recommend it for adults, but since it's conducted in Hawaiian and English, you would need a certain level of English listening skills and some prior knowledge of the story to fully understand and appreciate it. There was a mix-up, or perhaps there were empty seats, as I ended up in a gold seat instead of the bronze seat I was supposed to have, which was a nice surprise. It seems that the main audience consists of tourists from the mainland U.S., and it's not a tourist spot that particularly caters to Japanese visitors. Additionally, due to the timing and travel fatigue, the kids seemed to doze off and didn't appear to enjoy it much.

The air conditioning on the shuttle bus was extremely cold, even for someone like me who tends to get hot easily. It's essential to bring a jacket if you're taking the bus.

Regarding tipping the shuttle bus driver, I didn't give one this time. The driver on the way there was very engaging and kept the conversation in English enjoyable, so some travelers from the mainland did tip him. Since there were several Japanese tourists as well, I think it would be nice to tip if there were a bit more service geared towards Japanese visitors.

ビッフェの品数も多いのですが、肉類は硬く海鮮系の味付けも日本人には合わず全体的に期待できません。正直、勿体無いけどビッフェは捨てて、近隣のレストランやフードトラックを利用した方が良かったぐらいです。食事の見た目は珍しい物も多く良いのですが、味のクォリティは中高生の子供達からも評価は低かったです。
また、ショーは大人へはお勧めできますが、ハワイ語?と英語での進行ですので、ある程度の英語ヒアリング能力やストーリー内容の予習がないと理解と評価は格段に下がってしまうと思われます。手違いか、空席があったのかブロンズシートの筈が何故かゴールドシートの端になっていたのは有り難かったです。どちらかと言えばアメリカ本土からの観光客がメインで、日本人観光客を優遇してくれるような観光地ではありません。また時間帯の影響と旅の疲れで子供達はウトウトして余り楽しんだ様子はありませんでした。
送迎バスのエアコンがガンガンで、超暑がりの私でも凍える程でした。バスに乗られる方の上着持参は必須です。
個人的に気になった、送迎バスの運転手へのチップですが今回は渡していません。行きのバスの運転手は道中英語での会話で終始楽しませてくれる方なので、本土からの旅行者の中にはチップを渡していた方もいました。日本人観光客も複数組居ましたので、少々日本人向けのサービスでもあれば渡してあげれば良いと思います。

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Packages: ビュッフェディナー & イブニングショー(ブロンズ席)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/08/31
Activity Date: 2023/08/24

All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Dinner & Evening Show Ticket - Polynesian Cultural Center

Polynesian show

Reviewed by: Lnakandis

The food was amazing, the show was a class act, staff and service was excellent, very welcoming and respectful, it was though very far from Waikiki but overall a perfect ending to our vacation.

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Packages: Dinner Buffet & "HĀ: Breath of Life" Polynesian Evening Show Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/08/23
Activity Date: 2023/07/29

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

Amazing Event

Reviewed by: Kara

Really great evening and full day as well. full of island culture!

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/08/14
Activity Date: 2023/07/10

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

great services

Reviewed by: Thang Nguyen

Easy booking and easy check in. Recommand to book early guys, do not wait to purchase at the gate, will regret.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/07/29
Activity Date: 2023/07/04

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

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: Dr Carfagno

Great place for kidss
Very interactive
Had a special feel to it.
Enjoyed the knowledge I got from each pavilion

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/07/29
Activity Date: 2023/07/04

ポリネシア カルチャー センター ハワイ最大の伝統ルアウショー!ショーのみまたはビュッフェ・ディナー付きから選べるプラン<送迎付きプランあり>

Admission to the park is required separately! & No local guidance provided! (Abandoned at the parking lot) パークへの入場が別途必要!&現地案内なし!(駐車所へ放置)

Reviewed by: 親方様

First, I was dropped off at the parking lot by the shuttle car, and for the return, I was just told to take that bus back. I had to handle the tickets for the show and meal myself. The ticket fee for the park tour ($89 per person) was not included. The women in their 60s to 80s who were with me had nothing to do and waited around the souvenir shop for about two hours, had a meal, watched the show, and then went home. (It was sad.) I don't think I'll ask for this again next time!

まず、送迎の車で駐車場で降ろされ、帰りはあのバス乗って帰れってだけで、自分でショー&食事のチッケットを行わなければいけなかった。
パーク内見学のチッケット代(一人89ドル)は含まれていなっかった。
同乗せれてた60~80代の女性達は何もすることなく土産屋付近で2時間程待って食事をし、ショーを見て帰られた。(かわいそうだった)
次回はお願いしないかな!

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Thank you for your patronage.
However, we apologize for not meeting your expectations.

Please note that park admission is not included in the plan you reserved. As stated on the tour page, the price for the buffet dinner & evening show plan includes only the "dinner buffet/show."

Furthermore, we confirmed with the local operating company that you arrived at the park around 3:50 PM, and the driver assisted with check-in and guided you to the dinner venue. The dinner starts at 4:30 PM, so if you arrive at the restaurant when it opens, you would have about 30 minutes of free time. For those who did not make a dinner reservation, there is free time until the night show starts at 7:30 PM, during which you can visit the Fukirow Market Place or take the Temple Shuttle.

Thank you for your understanding.
VELTRA

ご利用ありがとうございます。
しかしながらご期待に沿えず申し訳ございません。

パークへの入場につきましては、ご予約いただいたプランには含まれておりませんことご了承ください。
ツアーページ上にも記載させていただいております通り、ビュッフェディナー & イブニングショープランの料金には「夕食ビュッフェ / ショー」のみ含まれております。

なお、当日の状況を現地催行会社に確認させていただきましたところ、15時50分ごろパークに到着をして、ドライバーがチェックインをサポートをしディナー会場にご案内させていただいたとのことです。
ディナーは16時半スタートとなりますので、オープンの際にレストランにお越しいただければフリータイムは30分ほどだったかと存じます。
ディナーのご予約をされていない方は、19時30分スタートのナイトショーまでフリータイムとなっておりますので、フキラウ・マーケット・プレースに行かれたり、テンプルシャトルにご乗車いただいたりしてお過ごしいただいております。

何卒よろしくお願いします。
VELTRA

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Packages: ビュッフェディナー & イブニングショー(ブロンズ席)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/07/13
Activity Date: 2023/07/08

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

Informative and fun times

Reviewed by: NMP

It was the first time taking my family to PCC and they enjoyed learning about the different islands and cultures. It was a fun and filled with hands on activities for any one of any age to participate in. The buffet had a lot of food to offer and the staff were friendly and accommodating. We were initially seated in the back but we had two members in our family with mobility issues and they promptly reseated us closer to the food. The show Ha was great. I have never seen a woman Samoan fire dancer and she was phenomenal.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2023/07/04
Activity Date: 2023/06/26

All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Dinner & Evening Show Ticket - Polynesian Cultural Center

Sooooooo incredibly helpful!

Reviewed by: Francina

In a bid to book a quickly selling show, we booked tickets online for the PCC, not realising that this booking didn't include the luau/food. I reached out to the team at Veltra both by email and phone, and was exceptionally served by your team. So very blessed by the experience at PCC and the way the Veltra team made it easy to swap our tickets! Thank you so very much Veltra!

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Packages: Dinner Buffet & "HĀ: Breath of Life" Polynesian Evening Show Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/07/02
Activity Date: 2023/06/10

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

Amazing Day!

Reviewed by: Kara

All the tours were awesome but the Ha Breath of Life was a great way to end the day!

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/07/01
Activity Date: 2023/06/02

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

Wonderful experience overall

Reviewed by: Laurie

The villages were quite a treat! Quite personal, few crowds, and thoroughly educational & entertaining!
The buffet dinner had many choices, but we were not too happy with the quality of the main dishes; beef was of low quality, somewhat tough, & often cold by the time it got to our table; chicken was again of poor quality & soaked in unusual sauces; fish likewise. Would prefer less choices & better quality! Service was good.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/06/25
Activity Date: 2023/05/30

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

Full Day of Fun

Reviewed by: Grace

This tour was truly a full day adventure! I am so happy I visited the PCC and took the time to learn more about Hawaiian culture. The family and I loved the Luau!

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/06/20
Activity Date: 2023/06/20

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

In Awe

Reviewed by: Grecia Garcia

If I get the opportunity to come back 2,3,4 times, I’d do it. Enjoyed my time here!

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/05/23
Activity Date: 2023/05/22

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

I Love PCC

Reviewed by: Michael C.

I lived in Hawaii, and have been to PCC several times. I love it every time I go. Whenever I have a newcomer to Hawaii, I take them there or recommend it to them and I recommend it to you all. Also, I advise getting the Luau and show package for the whole experience.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2023/05/20
Activity Date: 2023/05/02

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

Amazing!!

Reviewed by: Kusha

This was my 2nd time visiting PCC, 16 years ago was my 1st visit. Nice to see Chief Kap is still there and still has many talents. A lot has changed, the Breath Of Life show was spectacular. The fire dance was amazing. The students that work there, every single one I came across were so pleasant and helpful. Everyone had a big smile and go out of their way to make sure you’re comfortable. If you haven’t been to any luaus in Oahu, I’d suggest PCC. Hands down the best one on the island. Mahalo!

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/05/14
Activity Date: 2023/05/13

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

Wonderful Insight Polynesian People

Reviewed by: Tricia M Oxford UK

Was so impressed with the overall layout of the PCC. Upon arrival there are restrooms, water refill stations. Shops selling lots of good value and different styles of gifts. We started with a ride on the canoe through the villages , the guide was knowledge and told us about the fifferent countries also very interactive with the younger children. We visited as many villages as possible , experienced aspects of their culture through dance, craft or food. It is clear to see the young peoples love of their countries and culture. The buffet was way beyond my expectations, proper dining experience, we were able to taste all foods and it was self service, chicken,beef pork,fish, rice,noodles,salads and so many desserts the list goes on. Very disappointed to see people wasting so much food, piling plates with too much food, especially when the culture of the Polynesian people is to value food and not waste food. We were thanked for supporting the PCC, the monies raised support the students to study and return to their countries to improve the lives of others. Would highly recommend great day out

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/05/14
Activity Date: 2023/05/09

ポリネシア カルチャー センター ハワイ最大の伝統ルアウショー!ショーのみまたはビュッフェ・ディナー付きから選べるプラン<送迎付きプランあり>

A show after 30 years. 30年ぶりのショー

Reviewed by: KKY

I saw the show for the first time in 30 years. The show had a storyline and felt completely different. The cast was large and their professionalism was impressive, which really moved me. I will definitely go again the next time I come to Hawaii.

30年ぶりにショーを見ました。ショーがストーリー化されていて別ものでした。出演者も大人数でプロ意識が高く感じるられすごく感動しました。次回もハワイに来る時は是非行きます。

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Packages: ビュッフェディナー & イブニングショー(ブロンズ席)
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Posted on: 2023/05/11
Activity Date: 2023/05/09

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

Awesome

Reviewed by: Javier Manuel mejia

Perfect n awesome very nice to walk around with your family very educational and fun with all the performances also the food was delicious and with souvenirs too I also loved the buffet and the show HA': THE BREATH OF LIFE it was an awesome way to end the day

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission & "HĀ: Breath of Life" Evening Show Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/04/09
Activity Date: 2023/04/06

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

Great Day

Reviewed by: Kara

Great place to emerge into the Polynesian cultures and learn about each island culture and language. Definitely a fun and family friendly place to be at.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2023/03/22
Activity Date: 2023/03/21

ポリネシア カルチャー センター ハワイ最大の伝統ルアウショー!ショーのみまたはビュッフェ・ディナー付きから選べるプラン<送迎付きプランあり>

I applied for the shuttle service, but there was no pickup included at the same price. 送迎付きに申込み、だが同一料金で迎えなし

Reviewed by: タカさん

I visited Hawaii for the first time in 40 years. I had also been to the Polynesian Cultural Center back then, so I signed up for the dinner and theater option tour, but it was only a drop-off service at the same price.

 40年振りにハワイ観光をしました。その時もポリネシアカルチャーセンターには、行きましたので、ディナーとシアターのみのオプションツアーを申し込みましたが、同一価格で送りのみでした。

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Packages: ビュッフェディナー & イブニングショー(ブロンズ席)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/03/18
Activity Date: 2023/03/16

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

Perfect

Reviewed by: Honey Liu

Its a rain or shine experienced but its awesome...My 7yo son is biracial Filipino Taiwanese and cannot understand english but he clapped like an adult during the HA a breath of life show... the fire dance by the samoan made him amaze...the food at gateway was perfect...I've seen so many Filipinos in the buffet area assesting us... So many crew assesting in the tribes sometimes I felt overwhelmed yet its good...the missionaries were good too... the asked me both are approachable too...they all smile...I'm so proud that they have Filipino and other asian workers...Mabuhay
PS. I liked the bus driver Shaft so funny and informative

  • while waiting the Hawaii tribe

  • outstanding view

  • a Filipina took the photo for us

  • photo before the show

  • Tahiti performer

  • tahiti performer

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/02/06
Activity Date: 2023/02/04

ポリネシア カルチャー センター ハワイ最大の伝統ルアウショー!ショーのみまたはビュッフェ・ディナー付きから選べるプラン<送迎付きプランあり>

Definitely worth a visit. 行く価値あり

Reviewed by: あーちゃん

I chose this show without dining options considering the infection aspect. Also, since it has a roof, it seemed fine even if it rains. It takes just under an hour from Waikiki, but it's worth the trip. I don't understand much English, but I got the general idea. Moreover, it was incredibly impressive!! It was the best show I've seen so far. I was at the very end of the front row, but the production was designed to be easy to see even from the side, so it wasn't a problem. I definitely want to participate again next time.

感染面を考え、飲食を伴わないこちらのショーを選びました。また、屋根もあるため雨が降っても大丈夫そうなので選びました。
ワイキキからは1時間弱かかりますが、行く価値ありです。英語はあまり分かりませんが、大体内容はわかりました。しかも、ものすごく見応えあり!! 今までのショーで1番でした。
最前列の1番端でしたが、端でも見やすい演出になっているので問題ありませんでした。
次回も、またぜひ参加したいです。

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Posted on: 2023/02/04
Activity Date: 2023/01/30

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

Worth every penny

Reviewed by: Keri

Beautiful space, beautiful people. You can tell that those who work there love their jobs. Great experience and I would definitely go back! Great to learn about all the cultures and the luau topped off a perfect day

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/01/21
Activity Date: 2023/01/19

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

Stay for the show!

Reviewed by: Apryl

We learned a lot about the Polynesian culture through the activities and demonstrations. Dinner was okay. But the breath of life show after was fantastic.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/01/07
Activity Date: 2022/12/22

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

Fantastic

Reviewed by: Cathy

We had an excellent driver in Cousin Elaine. Very informative and funny. The PCC is so amazing. Each island was so well done and the entertainment at each one was very different and very good. The food trucks were delicious also. We really enjoyed the tram ride over to the temple. The sister missionaries were so sweet. The PCC is a definite must see on the island. 5 stars ⭐️ for sure.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission & "HĀ: Breath of Life" Evening Show Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/12/04
Activity Date: 2022/11/08

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

Polynesian cultural centre

Reviewed by: Donna Hamilton

We loved the whole day. A great experience learning about all the different cultures. We loved the show at night. Very talented young people. What a great program you have for young people to go to university

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/11/12
Activity Date: 2022/10/17

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

Excellent Excursion

Reviewed by: Terri

The PCC was a wonderful place to spend a day. We felt welcome and valued by everyone. The activities and shows were really fun and entertaining, and the place is beautifully maintained.

Our tour operators were also very good. There was a guide waiting at the pickup location, helping everyone to sign in and get ready for the bus. While we were enroute, the guide was entertaining and helped the time pass quickly. Then at the end of the day, the bus was right there where we were told it would be, and the trip home was smooth.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/11/12
Activity Date: 2022/11/10

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A must do on Oahu. Don't miss it.

Reviewed by: Jack

This was one of our best experiences on Oahu. The "islands" were informative and interesting. We had an enjoyable time. Not so crazy about Pounder's Restaurant but the evening buffet was terrific. The evening show was amazing. We would do this again.

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/11/05
Activity Date: 2022/10/14

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Fun for the Family

Reviewed by: Kara

Very interactive day! My kids loved to get to canoe to the next island, and the show was unlike any other show I have seen!

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/10/12
Activity Date: 2022/09/27

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

Worth every penny!

Reviewed by: Kara

You will learn sooo much about the history of Hawaii and all the slands that surround it!

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Packages: Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/10/12
Activity Date: 2022/09/19