Smith's Family Garden Luau - Polynesian & Fire Show, Dinner and Open Bar
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4.70Luau
Reviewed by: Jim, 2015/05/22Fantastic! You could tell the employees love what they do and loved sharing their traditions with us. It was organized and the food was fabulous! The grounds were beautiful and the show was spectacular.
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Activity Date: | 2015/04/23 |
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Fun
Reviewed by: Eva, 2015/05/17This was so much fun. The food was great. The dancing was fantastic. Great time.
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Attended as: | Friends |
Activity Date: | 2015/05/13 |
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Very good experience
Reviewed by: Jessica, 2015/04/15The nature was amazing and the food was delicious! Such a fun time and atmosphere! The show at the end showed many cool dances and showcased all kinds of different cultures.
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Activity Date: | 2015/04/13 |
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The Best Combo Tour in Kauai
Reviewed by: Bud & Babe w/ guests, 2015/04/11Pre-dinner boat trip was great and set the mood for the beautiful Smith acreage of garden, trees, animals and Culture.
The Luau dinner was the BEST we have ever had. A good variety of Hawaiian and American cuisine. The service was super organized and everyone was seated and eating with- in minutes.
After eating everyone walked about 100 yards to the outdoor theater and enjoyed dancing depicting several cultures as well as Hawaiian traditional dances and fire dance.
The four of us had a wonderful evening!!
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Attended as: | Couples |
Activity Date: | 2015/04/08 |
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Nice show
Reviewed by: kablewhirl, 2015/04/05This trip is very organized. We arrived at the grounds and were driven on a tram to the gardens (not sure why the tram, completely walkable). We were then left to wander the gardens for a half hour or so. The gardens are beautiful, the whole setting is lovely. The next event was the ceremony explaining how the pig is prepared and cooked, which was somewhat interesting. Next we were ushered into the dining area for cocktails and dinner. The pork was delicious, the rest basically typical buffet fare. Dinner felt like we were at a big wedding reception and didn't know anyone. If you like buffets and big feedings, you'll love this. Not our family's cup of tea. After dinner we walked to the theater for the show. The show was fine, the dancers were fine, it was entertaining. We didn't really know what to expect from a luau when we signed up and now that we've experienced it, we'll never feel a need to go back. Glad we saw the dancing but this is the one excursion we regret having spent our time and money on during our week in Kauai.
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Attended as: | Families |
Activity Date: | 2015/04/02 |
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Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden luau/ & fern grotto boat tour
Reviewed by: Kathleen torres, 2015/03/24We had a nice time on the river boat cruise and the luau was exceptional. We have been to at least 5 other luaus over the last several years and this was by far the best. The food was great. The entertainment was great and it was very well organized.
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Activity Date: | 2015/03/11 |
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Excellent Tour.
Reviewed by: Emma, 2015/02/01We usually choose to avoid the tours in favour of exploring on our own. However, on advice from friends who previously lived in Hawaii, a Luau is an experience not to be missed.
We chose the Fern Grotto River Boat Tour and Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau combination tour with pick up and drop off from our hotel. It proved to be a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon and evening.
The Fern Grotto, despite now missing a large number of ferns after the hurricane, is still a beautiful and tranquil spot to visit.
The highlight of this tour was definitely the Luau though. From start to finish, the service and quality of the show were seamless. The grounds are beautifully manicured and a photographer's delight. The food was delicious and ample in quantity; especially the pork. We were most impressed with how they managed to serve so many people in such an organised fashion. Everything was so very orderly and most visitors were invited to help themselves to second and third helpings. The Mai Tais and Punch were delicious and soft drinks were also readily available.
The show itself was very good and we were highly impressed with the quality of the performance.
Overall, a fabulous tour and highly recommended for all ages.
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Attended as: | Couples |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/07 |
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Great Experience
Reviewed by: Hulala, 2014/12/09The luau was held in a beautiful place and it was really fun to explore. Unfortunately, when the seating began we were asked to move multiple times because of reserved seating and it made the dinner portion of our evening very very annoying. Luckily, the entertainment after dinner was awesome.
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must see
Reviewed by: TN traveler, 2014/12/04I made this a part of my 2nd nights activities and had a wonderful time. I had shuttle service from hotel free to a gorgeous park. The food was excellent and drinks were very good. I had the Mai Tai and Hawaiian punch. Take a camera because the park is amazing. Smoking is near the bathroom , fyi :) this company has best ratings with trip advisor. I would love to see it again. Oh video camera because no flash photos. You need $20 to purchase the photo taken upon arrival. Have fun!
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Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Activity Date: | 2014/12/01 |
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Hawaiin Tradition
Reviewed by: JDowdell, 2014/11/29I've been to several luaus on different islands and Smiths is my favourite by far. Beautiful property to walk around. Buffet dinner is very organized and extremely filling not to mention the free Mai Tai's. Really nice show of Hawaiin style dance as opposed to the "Vegas" act I've seen at other Luaus. And if you are staying in Kapa'a, transportation is included. Definately a "must do " while you are visiting the beautiful island of Kauai
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Activity Date: | 2014/11/05 |
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Excellent luau
Reviewed by: Gordon Edmonton, 2014/11/17This was an excellent luau. Very well organized and a great venue for the event. It was great for all ages. We had a 16 year old and two 80 year olds with us. All enjoyed emensly. Thank you
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Activity Date: | 2014/11/12 |
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Smith's Garden Luau is wonderful!
Reviewed by: Mary, 2014/11/17We truly enjoyed the luau at Smith's Tropical Paradise! Beautiful gardens, many picture opportunities, great food, excellent show! I love the family atmosphere at this luau and the hospitality that is extended to everyone. The show teaches about the many different people who settled in the Hawaiian islands. We always recommend this luau when we meet other travelers. It is an enjoyable and well-paced evening of great food and entertainment!
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Activity Date: | 2014/11/12 |
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Garden Luau
Reviewed by: Marsha, 2014/11/04Great food and drinks. Show was really nice. However, I suggest not to go on a rainy day. Can't enjoy the beautiful grounds like I would have liked. Tables a little too close together, couldn't move or relax easy like a luau should be.
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Activity Date: | 2014/10/30 |
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Surprised!
Reviewed by: Just me, 2014/10/13Short and sweet ... the tour of the grounds was lovely; the food and mai tai's were superior; but the dances needed some umph! That was a sad ending to an event that started great.
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Attended as: | Friends |
Activity Date: | 2014/10/08 |
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Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau & River Cruise
Reviewed by: Dean, 2014/10/05A nice afternoon and evening with the cruise along the river to the waterfall with entertainment followed by a ride / walk thru the gardens, a good meal drinks and good entertainment. I enjoyed the evening Thankyou
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Activity Date: | 2014/09/11 |
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Participant
Reviewed by: Sharon Norris, 2014/10/05I have attended this Luau and Show several times and highly recommend it to everyone! Even though it rained during the show this time, it was still very well done and the audience was very receptive of the dancing and entertainment! The food was wonderful, as always!!!
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Activity Date: | 2014/10/01 |
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Luau
Reviewed by: redrobin, 2014/08/26My thought was that a Luau was supposed to take place while eating the wonderful buffet food. At this Luau we sat down at long tables and did enjoy a delicious buffet. However, then we had to move to another location where they had bleacher seating, which was extremely uncomfortable. The show itself was just ok as it did not have a lot of spectacular associated with it. There was only one guy who did an act with fire. Most of it was just basic hula dancing and not what I would have expected. VERY uncomfortable seating and MEDIOCRE dancing. I would not recommend this Luau to any of my friends are family who may wish to visit Hawaii.
I was however pleased with Veltra tours and the professionalism and the call I received for verification of activities. Thank You.
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Activity Date: | 2014/08/11 |
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Wonderful Luau
Reviewed by: Kelley, 2014/08/20Smith's Luau was awesome! We have already recommended it to some friends of ours who are going to Kauai!
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Attended as: | Couples |
Activity Date: | 2014/07/22 |
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Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau
Reviewed by: JimK, 2014/08/04Smith's was wonderful. It exceeded our expectations!
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Attended as: | Families |
Activity Date: | 2014/07/31 |
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Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau
Reviewed by: Jackie, 2014/08/04The Luau was excellent. The food was one of the best meals we had on the island. The show was extremely excellent. The grounds that the Luau was on are beautiful. Best of all the price was great.
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Activity Date: | 2014/07/30 |
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Excellent!
Reviewed by: Kristin M, 2014/07/27Smith's Luau was fantastic. As we entered, we took the tram ride around the grounds, during which we heard an excellent overview of information. We then had enough time to wander back through and read placards or take pictures of the beautiful scenery. Hearing about the imo and the roasted pig was really informative. The food at the luau was DELICIOUS! Especially the kalua pig. Yum! The show was also very good. Overall, a fantastic night. Highly recommended.
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Attended as: | Families |
Activity Date: | 2014/07/24 |
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vacationer
Reviewed by: Gladys Perry, 2014/07/22I went to this Luau 27 years ago. I enjoyed it then and the updates and changes are incredible.
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Attended as: | Families |
Activity Date: | 2014/04/30 |
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smith's family luau in kauai
Reviewed by: R Flores, 2014/07/19Actually seen something different from other luau's we been to in the past.
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Attended as: | Families |
Activity Date: | 2014/07/16 |
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Awsome grounds...great food....so so show...
Reviewed by: Raslco, 2014/07/12We have attended luaus on other islands and the show at this luau was not impressive. The grounds were amazing , beautiful picture opportunities ....and the food was delicious!!! We were not impressed with the show. The seating was stadium seating which was extremely uncomfortable. The show was not interactive with audience......I believe the "host" was pre-recorded?
Again.....we've been to other islands and have been to much better.
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Attended as: | Families |
Activity Date: | 2014/07/09 |
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Good food
Reviewed by: jbradem, 2014/07/05We had a great time. Food was great and they fed the entire group quickly. Pork was excellent. Show was good as well. Highly recommend.
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Attended as: | Families |
Activity Date: | 2014/06/11 |
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exceptional...would do it again
Reviewed by: Tracey, 2014/07/04the Smith family luau was so much fun. The food was delicious and entertainment exceptional. Would definitely recommend for all ages.
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Activity Date: | 2014/07/01 |
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best luau
Reviewed by: Bernie, 2014/06/30This was such a nice experience, the family is very friendly. Food was excellent!!!!! The show gave a variety of cultures to the audience.
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Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Activity Date: | 2014/06/26 |
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Great food
Reviewed by: Jeff, 2014/06/13
Overall I would say this event was a positive experience. The food was very good. The tour of the property was very enjoyable, this is a magnificent setting for a luau. In my opinion, the after dinner show, however, needs to be updated. I'm sure there are those who appreciate the cultural and artistic emphasis on which the show was based, however, from an entertainment perspective, this show fell considerably short of other luaus I have attended. Most of the music was very slow paced, some of it seemed to drag on forever. I expected a more fast paced performance, one which would ellicit more enthusiasm, more excitement within the audience. The slow paced, historic theme just didn't get it done for myself and the people with which I attended this event.
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Attended as: | Families |
Activity Date: | 2014/06/10 |
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Smith's Tropical Paradise Garden Luau
Reviewed by: Karen Berg, 2014/06/08We thoroughly enjoyed the food, music and the dances. Friendly service. The fire dancer was awesome! I would recommend this Luau.
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Attended as: | Couples |
Activity Date: | 2014/05/30 |
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