cyndepet Posted January 30, 2015 #26 Share Posted January 30, 2015 Does anyone know what goes on on the ship the overnight in Maui. It's hard for me to pay for an outside meal and entertainment after spending what I spent to have it all included. The dilemma is do we do a Luau on Oahu before boarding the ship or is it really worth it to do the Old Lahaina Luau? Thanks! I had the same concern. We booked Germaine's luau in Oahu for the Friday night before the cruise. It gets mixed reviews, but we think it will be a fun time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoolChange37 Posted January 30, 2015 #27 Share Posted January 30, 2015 We've done Paradise Cove which we enjoyed so it's that or Old Lahaina. Just would like to know if anyone has a copy of the dailies they could share to help out with this planning. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eriksgarden Posted January 31, 2015 #28 Share Posted January 31, 2015 We are staying a few days before the cruise in Honolulu and are going to the Chiefs Luau. They offer pickup/dropoff at the hotel on Waikiki, too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorey2007 Posted January 31, 2015 #29 Share Posted January 31, 2015 We're doing the "Manor" luau with NCL. Cost a little more but it all sounds worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
$hip$hape Posted February 11, 2015 #30 Share Posted February 11, 2015 (edited) Does anyone know what goes on on the ship the overnight in Maui. It's hard for me to pay for an outside meal and entertainment after spending what I spent to have it all included. The dilemma is do we do a Luau on Oahu before boarding the ship or is it really worth it to do the Old Lahaina Luau? Thanks! We were on the Pride of America from Saturday, Jan.31st til disembarking February 7th. On Day 2 Sunday,Feb.1st (overnight in Kahului, Maui), the main show on the ship was "Aloha Polynesia", in the Hollywood Theatre, Deck 5 Fwd. This is not just a "Hula" show. It's music and dances of Tahiti, New Zealand, Samoa, Tonga and the islands of Hawaii. Cameras are welcome. Shows at 7pm and 9pm. I'd say don't miss this event! It's one of the highlights of the cruise (without paying for the poi).:) Edited February 11, 2015 by $hip$hape Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorey2007 Posted February 11, 2015 #31 Share Posted February 11, 2015 We were on the Pride of America from Saturday, Jan.31st til disembarking February 7th. On Day 2 Sunday,Feb.1st (overnight in Kahului, Maui), the main show on the ship was "Aloha Polynesia", in the Hollywood Theatre, Deck 5 Fwd. This is not just a "Hula" show. It's music and dances of Tahiti, New Zealand, Samoa, Tonga and the islands of Hawaii. Cameras are welcome. Shows at 7pm and 9pm. I'd say don't miss this event! It's one of the highlights of the cruise (without paying for the poi).:) I'll make a note that this is a "must see". Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eriksgarden Posted February 12, 2015 #32 Share Posted February 12, 2015 Is "Aloha Polynesia" on every cruise? Sounds awesome. Also, has anyone experienced and/or heard if the Chiefs Luau on Oahu any good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoolChange37 Posted February 12, 2015 #33 Share Posted February 12, 2015 We have also booked Chief's Luau based on the many, many reviews I've read. We have done the Paradise Cove and it was pretty good 25 years ago. Wanted to try something different this time. Didn't know they picked us up tho, so thanks Eriksgarden! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eriksgarden Posted February 12, 2015 #34 Share Posted February 12, 2015 Yes, they will pick up from most of the hotels on Waikiki. We are traveling with my parents, so anything offering transportation and/or making things a little easier are welcome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellig Posted April 26, 2015 #35 Share Posted April 26, 2015 We were on the Pride of America from Saturday, Jan.31st til disembarking February 7th. On Day 2 Sunday,Feb.1st (overnight in Kahului, Maui), the main show on the ship was "Aloha Polynesia", in the Hollywood Theatre, Deck 5 Fwd. This is not just a "Hula" show. It's music and dances of Tahiti, New Zealand, Samoa, Tonga and the islands of Hawaii. Cameras are welcome. Shows at 7pm and 9pm. I'd say don't miss this event! It's one of the highlights of the cruise (without paying for the poi).:) I was thinking the same thing. Why pay for another luau, is the ships polynesian dance show not sufficient? I have been to Smith's Luau in Kauai and loved it and the setting there. I would consider Old Lahaina as I think the luau on the beach would be nice, but I am struggling with the concept of paying for food and entertainment somewhere else when a similar event would be happening on the boat the same night. Only reason I think my husband would do it is if there was no way to get Kalua pig on the boat. Anyone know if it is served on the buffet or any restaurants during the cruise? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greatlakesgirl Posted April 27, 2015 #36 Share Posted April 27, 2015 (edited) One great reason for NOT doing the luau when the ship in Kauai is that you will practically have the entire ship to yourself while everyone else is ashore at the luau. We loved that! :) Also, the night of the Kauai luau they had an entire suckling pig they were serving in the buffet. At least they did a year (or so) ago when we went. Edited April 27, 2015 by greatlakesgirl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellig Posted April 27, 2015 #37 Share Posted April 27, 2015 Glad to hear that. Ship pig and show it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sammie673 Posted May 18, 2015 #38 Share Posted May 18, 2015 What do most people wear to the Luau? Is this a casual event or do most dress up ( dresses, skirts)? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notion_of_the_Ocean Posted May 18, 2015 #39 Share Posted May 18, 2015 Our thinking is to plan the luau during our pre-cruise days in Oahu. We plan to go to the Paradise Cove Luau and then do Teppanyaki while everyone else is ashore for the NCL sponsored luau in Kauai. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhJinkies Posted May 19, 2015 #40 Share Posted May 19, 2015 On my first night in Oahu, I headed down to watch the free hula show on Kuhio Beach. This is a wonderful way to kick off your visit: http://www.waikikiimprovement.com/waikiki-calendar-of-events/kuhio-beach-hula-show I also attended Germaine's luau with a friend. It's in a beach area, though you first drive through an industrial park to get there. The show was fun; the food was just okay. If you purchase advance tickets, they will provide transportation from most of the hotels in the Waikiki area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pspercy Posted May 19, 2015 #41 Share Posted May 19, 2015 If your port call timing allows, I recommend Maui's Old Lahaina Luau. The setting is great, food & drink good - yes it's not cheap but it's worth it every few years:) https://oldlahainaluau.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kristinar Posted June 6, 2015 #42 Share Posted June 6, 2015 Old Lahaina Luau sounds great but what about transportation costs if have no rental car? and driving time if you do? Thanks! PS- I have heard that there is no fire dance at the Lahaina Luau... anyone know if this is correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhJinkies Posted June 6, 2015 #43 Share Posted June 6, 2015 I had won a free luau at Germaine's (on Oahu) via a Hawaii podcast. They provide transportation from many hotels. The show was really good -- lots of dance styles, costume changes, etc. The setting was pretty -- right on the edge of a beach (you can't actually see the ocean from the seating area, though). The food was just okay -- nothing fancy or gourmet. If you're more interested in the food than the show, then this is not the place for you. If you're just interested in seeing some hula dancing and hearing traditional/local music, there is a nightly Torch Lighting and Hula Ceremony on Kuhio Beach in Waikiki. It's free and there is a grassy area to sit in (get there early). It's usually around sunset; look it up if you're interested. I did this my first night in Oahu and it was a great way to kick off my Hawaii vacation/cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notenuftime Posted June 10, 2015 #44 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Thanks for the post about the Free Hula Show on Kuhio Beach, I wanted the experience but not the Luau food. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tdeyette Posted June 10, 2015 #45 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Hey, a familiar face. Hello Cathy (OhJinkies), hard to believe it’s been over a year already since our POA cruise. What a great cruise! Original poster: We also pondered this as well.. we had heard so many good things about the Old Lahaina Luau (OLL) and really wanted to do the one but as others have said, it’s a bit of a drive from where POA docks. From what I had read it’s expensive for a cab (tip: try to find someone to split with?) and about 45min drive. We did have a car but with the free MaiTai’s I chose not to drive. So maybe next time we’ll do this one. We did do the Smiths Family Luau with Robert’s transportation in Kauai. We combined this with the Fern Grotto boat ride. We enjoyed the luau and felt this met our expectations. There were hundreds of people here as stated but they have this down to a science and we thought things went smooth. Food was good and plentiful. They do not have the beach background of OLL but have gardens that you can tour etc. They explained the traditions and encouraged people to join the Emu ceremony. Again as stated, seating is like covered bleachers. When we were there they had installed cushions to make life easier. I did not hear from anyone that went on the NCL excursion while we were there so do not know how it was. I did a lot of comparisons using trip-advisor prior to our visit. If you have not already done so it might be worth looking at. After our cruise we stayed in Oahu for a week. While here we also went to the Luau as the Polynesian cultural center. The shows were very different with the cultural center being more like a production. That said, we enjoyed both Bottom line is that you are on vacation, have fun and enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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