We decided to finish off our Hawaii trip with a luau on our final night. After some research, I picked the Ali’i Luau at the Polynesian Cultural Center. The Polynesian Cultural Center is about 15 minutes away from Turtle Bay Resort and includes replica villages of the different Polynesian cultures.
You can choose from a variety of tickets options, and the Center offers discounts for advanced purchases and the military (over the phone). Your ticket for the Ali’i Luau also gives you admission to the villages starting at noon. You have from then until your time for dinner to explore the full center, including the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame. Once it’s time for dinner, you are seated as you enter by party size. The dining area has several buffets, and the food is good if not overwhelming. While you are eating, you watch a traditional luau.
The Ha: Breath of Life show was the highlight of the evening for me. After the luau, we headed over to the theater for the show. Ha: Breath of Life tells the story of a man’s life, from birth through adulthood. Each culture represents a stage in his life through their traditions and dances. If you attend the luau, you have reserved seating near the stage. I absolutely loved the show, but Mac wasn’t as impressed. I would recommend checking out the Polynesian Cultural Center even if you don’t go for the luau.
Catch up on our trip to Hawaii: We booked our vacation through Costco Travel | Our Oahu eats | Honolulu Zoo and the Waikiki Aquarium | The Dole Plantation | Pearl Harbor | Cruising with Hawaii Duck Tours | Iolani Palace | Hiking through Waimea Valley | Kayaking with Turtles in Kawela Bay
