calliopeclimber
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Any more updates on the VIP vs General admission? We're traveling in February so have a while to decide, but I'm curious if the VIP is worth the additional cost.
Any more updates on the VIP vs General admission? We're traveling in February so have a while to decide, but I'm curious if the VIP is worth the additional cost.
Can anyone tell me the cost of the drinks at the Luau? I am trying to determine if it is financially sound to go VIP or General Admission and pay for drinks.Experience an exhilarating and enchanting journey through Hawaiian history—and discover its deep cultural roots in canoe (waʻa) exploration, which brought the first ancient explorers to the shores of Ko Olina.
- YOUR LŪ‘AU ADVENTURE
Beginning November 2016, join us for an unforgettable evening of family entertainment as only Disney can offer.
Make your way to the Hālāwai Lawn, where the festivities begin at 5:00 PM with seating and pre-show activities. Then get ready for a full evening of exhilarating song, dance and storytelling as you enjoy a lavish Hawaiian feast.
Highlights include:
- Pre-show activities, which may include traditional arts such as kapa printing, flower arranging and temporary kakau tattoos or pa‘i ai taro pounding.
- Lū‘au introduction and oli (chant) welcome.
- Buffet dining, including a carving station with suckling pig and prime rib, fresh local seafood, authentic island fare and enticing Asian specialties plus family-friendly offerings, kids' selections and a decadent dessert bar.
- Lū‘au performance—an enchanting, often breathtaking production that brings the legends and lore of ancient Hawai'i to life.
Activities, performances and menu items are subject to change.
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- RESERVATION INFORMATION AND PRICING
KA WA‘A Lū‘au is currently available only to Guests of Aulani Resort. For advance reservations,
call (808) 674-6850 between 12:00 PM and 8:00 PM HST.
When you reserve, you will need to provide your room reservation number and indicate your choice of seating package:
- VIP Seating– $159 Adults/$109 Keiki (ages 3 through 9). There is no charge for keiki under 3.
- General Admission – $119 Adults/$79 Keiki (ages 3 through 9). There is no charge for keiki under 3.
Prices include gratuities. Tax additional.
VIP Guests receive early check-in, priority up-front seating, complimentary alcoholic beverages and an enhanced welcome lei.
Please note: Advance phone reservations do not guarantee you seating. To complete payment and booking, you must visit the KA WA‘A Lūʻau Desk—open from 12:00 Noon to 8:00 PM daily—in the main lobby upon arrival at Aulani.
Can anyone comment on general seating for the Luau. I liked the unlimited drinks, but could we order more than the one that is included with general admission. AND I'm hoping we have good seating?
I'm upset. They took more than 3 days to call me back and they left a number which I called and got put on hold for 10 minutes only to have to leave a message again. Needless to say, after a full week I finally got in touch with them only to be told VIP was sold out and only general admission is now available for our upcoming stay January 4th. Can anyone comment on general seating for the Luau. I liked the unlimited drinks, but could we order more than the one that is included with general admission. AND I'm hoping we have good seating?
Can I ask what room you were in to have a view of the luau and the movie? We are doing 1 bedroom island garden view, and our kids go to bed early (especially with time change), so I would love to be able to experience this from our balcony! Thanks!We watched from our balcony last night (and watched the lawn movie from here as well earlier in the week) and we did see 2-3 empty tables (long tables) towards the back. So it looks like they seat people as you come in to fill in all the spots (i.e not preassigned seating). The activities were optional and looked mostly kid focused.
I would say this is an authentic Disney luau. If you've been to any of the Disney resorts and have seen their shows, I think you'll find that this one is high quality, engaging, well produced, but, well, Disney. Which I like. I've seen several reviews on other threads about other luaus people liked.
A picture below last night to show about "not a bad seat in the house." It's dark, but you can see they also have dancers in the middle of the show, as well as on the stage. Refer to my pic a few posts back to get your bearings on this pic. Stage at the top, tables on the left and right, dancers in the center.
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For those that have gone, what's the dress like? Some of the kids look more dressed up than I'd expect at a Disney event...
8 days!
Thanks
What type of room was that one? We are doing a 1 bedroom. Wondering if I should request that numberI was in room 973. I requested a high room ending in 73 or 79 so I could get an island view room with a little bit of ocean view.