Koshlong Posted October 29, 2016 #1 Share Posted October 29, 2016 Our cruise includes an overnight in Honolulu and a stop til 11 in Lahaina. Which would be the best choice for a luau? Any special suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Sweethearts Posted October 30, 2016 #2 Share Posted October 30, 2016 (edited) Perfect location and perfect schedule for either Old Lahaina Luau or The Feast at Lele (also in Lahaina). Edited October 30, 2016 by Silver Sweethearts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koshlong Posted October 30, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Thanks. That gives me a good place to start. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PIGSKIN Posted October 30, 2016 #4 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Germaine's in Honolulu is my favorite Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BloomersDT Posted October 30, 2016 #5 Share Posted October 30, 2016 I have been to both. I prefer Old Lahaina. I think the overall show, and setting is much nicer at old Lahaina. I really didn't like some of the food offered at feast of lele. I guess I really preferred at buffet. The selection is outstanding at Old Lahaina. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted October 30, 2016 #6 Share Posted October 30, 2016 (edited) Our cruise includes an overnight in Honolulu and a stop til 11 in Lahaina. Which would be the best choice for a luau? Any special suggestions? Perfect location and perfect schedule for either Old Lahaina Luau or The Feast at Lele (also in Lahaina). Those would be my recommendations in Lahaina & you can search this forum for details comparing both options. Briefly the OLL is a traditional Hawaiian buffet luau & the Feast at Lele is table service food & drink with entertainment & food from four Polynesian cultures. Both are oceanfront & owned by the same company and I agree with reviews that they're the best options. Edited October 30, 2016 by Astro Flyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeepCalmBearOn Posted October 30, 2016 #7 Share Posted October 30, 2016 Thanks. That gives me a good place to start. Stop there too. OLL is pretty widely considered the best of the commercial luaus in Hawaii. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamer115 Posted October 30, 2016 #8 Share Posted October 30, 2016 On Oahu we liked the Chiefs Luau much more than Germaines and if you go early in the afternoon you can spend time visiting Sea Life Park. We did a swim with the dolphins before the Luau, what a wonderful day that was. Connie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katemusical Posted November 2, 2016 #9 Share Posted November 2, 2016 The best is the Old Lahaina Luau. Food is great and entertainment is fantastic. Make sure you go early to enjoy the predinner festivities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koshlong Posted November 5, 2016 Author #10 Share Posted November 5, 2016 Is there transport available to the Old Lahaina luau, or do you have to get there and back on your own? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted November 5, 2016 #11 Share Posted November 5, 2016 (edited) Is there transport available to the Old Lahaina luau, or do you have to get there and back on your own? The OLL doesn't have a transportation option & Google Maps shows a 1.2 mile/24 minute walk from the harbor. From the Wharf Cinema Center near the Lahaina harbor there is an hourly $2 shuttle bus to the Lahaina Cannery Mall which is across the street from the OLL. http://lahainacannerymall.com/shuttle/ Lahaina to Ka'anapali is a longer taxi ride & costs about $12 but not sure about a 1.2 mile ride to OLL. http://westmauitaxi.com/services_and_rates Edited November 5, 2016 by Astro Flyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Sweethearts Posted November 5, 2016 #12 Share Posted November 5, 2016 (edited) Is there transport available to the Old Lahaina luau, or do you have to get there and back on your own? Agree with Astro Flyer, and want to note also if you debate between OLL and the other option of The Feast at Lele, it is practically next door to the tender dock. Both excellent choices and not much travel in either case. Edited November 5, 2016 by Silver Sweethearts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koshlong Posted November 5, 2016 Author #13 Share Posted November 5, 2016 Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffy116 Posted November 5, 2016 #14 Share Posted November 5, 2016 Been to Old Lahaina and Polynesian Cultural Center and LOVED the Old Lahaina. Beautiful setting, food and entertainment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freehike Posted November 14, 2016 #15 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Old Lahaina Luau is the best. Polynesian CC is a good time for a visit but not if that's your only luau. The food is horrendous and there's no alcohol allowed because of the religious backing. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katemusical Posted January 27, 2017 #16 Share Posted January 27, 2017 The #1 Luau in Maui is Old Lahaina Luau. It is incredible and worth every dime. From the activites beforehand to the food to the open bar. Amazing. Plus the sunset by the beach...awesome! You will love it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranchette Posted January 28, 2017 #17 Share Posted January 28, 2017 The #1 Luau in Maui is Old Lahaina Luau. It is incredible and worth every dime. From the activites beforehand to the food to the open bar. Amazing. Plus the sunset by the beach...awesome! You will love it Can you get there by cab? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astro Flyer Posted January 28, 2017 #18 Share Posted January 28, 2017 (edited) The OLL doesn't have a transportation option & Google Maps shows a 1.2 mile/24 minute walk from the harbor. From the Wharf Cinema Center near the Lahaina harbor there is an hourly $2 shuttle bus to the Lahaina Cannery Mall which is across the street from the OLL. http://lahainacannerymall.com/shuttle/ Lahaina to Ka'anapali is a longer taxi ride & costs about $12 but not sure about a 1.2 mile ride to OLL. http://westmauitaxi.com/services_and_rates Can you get there by cab? I don't know whether you'll be tendering into Lahaina or docking in Kahului and previously posted Lahaina information. If in Kahului that's a 45 minute drive one-way without any traffic delays. Unfortunately just normal traffic along the coastline to Lahaina will experience routine delays or worse. On average, several times per month that 2-lane road can be closed for hours due to accidents, rockslides or brushfires. There's no other good route because the extremely narrow sections of Kahekili road near Kahakuloa make the Road to Hana appear like a highway. Unfortunately several times per year visitors & locals in their car roll down the steep hill often resulting in fatalities. :( Here are links to a taxi website (about $140 roundtrip) & to Maui County's limited bus service. http://westmauitaxi.com/services_and_rates http://www.mauicounty.gov/605/Bus-Service-Information If considering the bus between Kahului & Lahaina, Google Maps has the option to input that information to show bus options. Edited January 28, 2017 by Astro Flyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katemusical Posted February 8, 2017 #19 Share Posted February 8, 2017 A very popular option that we were so glad we did was renting a car for the day. After the luau, we returned the car and they drove us back to the ship. We spent the day driving all over the island and enjoying Lahaina before the luau. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PNW Traveler Posted February 9, 2017 #20 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Smith's Garden Luau on Kauai is my favorite. It is family run and in a beautiful natural tropical setting. If your ship docks overnight at Nawiliwili, Smith's is a good option as it is not a far taxi ride from the dock. https://www.smithskauai.com/garden-luau/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrm9999 Posted February 9, 2017 #21 Share Posted February 9, 2017 Smith's Garden Luau on Kauai is my favorite. It is family run and in a beautiful natural tropical setting. If your ship docks overnight at Nawiliwili, Smith's is a good option as it is not a far taxi ride from the dock. https://www.smithskauai.com/garden-luau/ If you do this are taxis readily available to get back to the ship? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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