Reviewed by: Mary Mabes
It was sad to see how that especially in the movie then to see the memorial with all the names. The Missouri was great experience to see how the live on board ships.
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Packages: | Waikiki Departure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/06/24 |
Activity Date: | 2013/06/17 |
Reviewed by: Terri
First, Veltra was very easy to work with and very accommodating. I had to change the date of my excursion 3 times due to conflict involving the homecoming of a Navy vessel my son serves on. Once the date was locked in and we were able to visit the site it was a flawless experience. Ticket processing was easy and the museums were amazing. I will book through Veltra again. During summer just remember to arrive early to get the USS Arizona Memirial tickets since they do run out. It is a lot to accomplish in one day. We started at 7:45 and ended around 4:00pm.
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Packages: | Passport to Pearl Harbor |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2013/06/20 |
Activity Date: | 2013/06/17 |
Reviewed by: Barbara Norton
We would recommend the tour anyone visiting Honolulu. We will probably rent a car next time so that we can spend more time at some of the locations.
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Packages: | Arizona Memorial & Circle Island Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/06/13 |
Activity Date: | 2013/06/10 |
Reviewed by: Anonymous
The passport is a fantastic way to see all of Pearl Harbor! Be prepared for a full-day, and definitely get there as early as you can. I was unable to secure a ticket to the USS Arizona online, so I arrived around 8:15 and got a ticket for 9:30, but the limited tickets to the USS Arizona Memorial were sold out by 11am, so get there early (especially in the summer)!
Since you cannot bring anything with you (other than what fits in your pockets) make sure to have some money for drinks and snacks and don't forget your camera! I'm not a huge WWII history buff, but it was a truly fascinating and moving experience being aboard the gleaming white memorial.
The USS Bowfin and Missouri are amazing if you have never been on a submarine or battleship before, and the Pacific Aviation Museum is excellent as well. This is definitely something I would recommend to any and all, just make sure to eat a good breakfast and wear comfortable shoes!
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Packages: | Passport to Pearl Harbor |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2013/05/20 |
Activity Date: | 2013/05/17 |
Reviewed by: Bee
The service was great! They accommodated our changes efficiently and we were able to work around our schedule. Our guide Theus was amazing and we shared quite a few laughs and good info during the entire tour. Highly recommend!! We had a great time!
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Packages: | 8:00 AM Standard Tour [2022] |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2013/05/08 |
Activity Date: | 2013/05/03 |
Reviewed by: Brenda C
We enjoyed this tour. Without this we wouldn't have seen half the wonders of this island. Dennis was very informative and gave lots of information. We were all tired by the end of the day. It's a lot of information to soak up in that amount of time.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2013/04/13 |
Reviewed by: smichels
Honolulu is hectic enough without worrying how to get places with traffic. The tour is great. The driver knew the ins and outs of the places we went and made our experience worthwhile. I'm glad we could keep our bags on the bus in between places, especially our packed lunch!
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Packages: | Deluxe Arizona Memorial, USS Battleship Missouri & Historical City Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/04/12 |
Activity Date: | 2013/03/26 |
Reviewed by: Jay
Ed was an awesome gentleman who did a great service for us. He was so knowledgeable and just an entertaining individual. Couldn't thank you enough for a great time.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/04/12 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Our tour guide Ed was amazing. Very informative and knowledgeable about Honolulu is general, not just Pearl Harbor. Even his jokes were funny. I would do this tour again..
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/03/04 |
Reviewed by: vacationer
while I enjoyed the trip, we were unable to go out to the memorial by boat because of the wind. That was the main reason for the tour, so I feel that my once in a lifetime vacation was incomplete.
Be warned that the Military can shut down the shuttles as they see fit.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Dirk
If you are interested in learning in-depth the attach on Pearl Harbor, the role that subs played in the war, the expanded use of aircraft during the war and the final surrender that took place on the USS Missouri then making use of the new passport that's being offered is for you. I spent an entire day taking advantage of the audio tours that are part of the passport package and was able to do all these things at my own pace. Admission to the sub, the Aviation Museum, the USS Missouri and the shuttle ride to Ford Island as well as the audio guide equipment are all included plus, if you prefer, you can have a guided tour of the Missouri instead of the audio. Of course there is no admission charge to visit the Arizona Memorial but you will get an audio guide device to tour the museum and the park area. The bottom line is that this passport offer is awesome if you have the time and are a WWII history buff.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2013/03/04 |
Reviewed by: K Born
For any first timer to the island of Oahu, this is a must. Plan on an early morning tour or visit to Pearl Harbor. The afternoons can bring wind or rain. If the winds are to harsh, (whitecaps) they will shut down the boat ride over to the memorial. Acouple of things to consider while there, 1) tour the submarine located at the center, 2) tour the USS Missouri (I think) that is located across the water, but adjacent to the Arizona Memorial. We were not aware of either and wished to have seen.
For those serving our country - THANK YOU
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Cheryl
We spent a couple days in Honolulu on our way home. We had visited Maui and Kauai and wanted to see Pearl Harbor and a little of Oahu before we went home. We enjoyed our tour guide Matthew very much and he did a very good job and keeping us entertained and telling us about the Island.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This trip was amazing. It was a great way to see the Missouri Battleship, Punch Bowl cemetary,and Arizona. Would recommend to anyone traveling to the Oahu area.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This trip was very informative. We enjoyed the knowledge we gained while there. It was a sad experience but a rewarding one.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/03/04 |
Reviewed by: Conlon Family of NH
Our guide Kevin was well above expectations. Uncle Kevin made the experience well worth it. He was professional, animated and a shining example for the company and of how tour guides should be. Thanks Uncle Kev
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/07 |
Reviewed by: Tom Conlon
Our Tour Guide Kevin was absoloutely outstanding. He made the tour extremely enjoyable, entertaining and informative. My family thoroughly enjoyed the day and would recommend this tour to anyone who wants a fantastic day. He is a fantastic representative for your company.
Thank you and Merry Christmas
Tom Conlon
New Hampshire
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: B&B
We were picked by Craig at the TAPA Tower on time. Craig was a very informative tour guide. Had a great way of introducing tour members to one another was they were picked up. The Pearl Harbor memorial was very thought provoking. Only down side was the limitations on bags. It is incompatible with the rest of the circle island tour since all cameras and accessories had to be stored for a fee. Otherwise great orientation tour for first timers.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Wendy and Jeff Vick
We thoroughly enjoyed this tour!! It exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide Olav was amazing. His knowledge, enthusiasm, bearing, friendliness and esprit de corps was outstanding. The museum at the end of the tour was the cherry on top. We were so delighted and honored to have experienced this one of a kind museum. We just wanted to stay and hang out there with everyone. We met Glenn and Brittney too. Again, such a delightful family with a passion for history, hospitality and entertainment. We appreciate all that you have done and are grateful for our time with you! Thanks again! We will be back.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Chris
The Royal Start tour to Pearl Harbor was more than I had hoped for. "Cousin Jerry" was an amazing guide and made us feel like ohana (family). The comfort of the tour bus was very very nice. The visit to the Arizona was everything I expected and was a very emotional time for me, being a Navy veteran. We really felt like we got our money worth and definitely recommend the Royal Star tours.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: C Latham
Other than having my camera stolen at our pick up point, the tour was wonderful and our tour guide was most informative. We learned much more than we would have had we gone out there by ourselves. The tour of Honolulu was also very interesting and, again, our tour guide was most informative.
Sorry, no pictures to post - so sorry I couldn't take pictures.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Ginger
We enjoyed our tour very much. It was very informative and is great for history buffs.
Keeping history alive is what Home of the Brave Tours is all about. Thank you for your positive comments and for joining us on Home of the Brave Tours.
Aloha,
Janet Tomlinson
Home of the Brave Tours
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Rebecca Fletcher
There were so many Pearl Harbor tours to choose from, I thought my head was going to explode just trying to decide. In the end, I was glad we chose this one. We had a lot of time on our own to explore Pearl Harbor and there were optional audio tours available for an additional fee, but we didn't do that. There was so much to take in and see as it was!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Joanne Lewis
As I was only in Oahu for two days with a colleague, the first time either of us had been to Hawaii, we felt that the best way to see as much as possible was to take a tour. We looked on the Internet and found Hawaii Activities. I am extremely happy we made the choice.
Our bus driver, Hana, (I apologize if I have spelled this incorrectly) was extremely knowledgeable and personable. He was able to provide us with a number of historical facts which added a great deal to the experience.
I would gladly recommend Hawaii Activities and Hana to anyone looking for a tour of Oahu.
Thank you so much for a memorable experience.
Sincerely,
Joanne Lewis
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Holguin Family - Texas
This tour is a great opportunity to experience the major tourist attractions of the island. Our tour guide, Kona, was exceptionally knowledgeable and entertaining. The Pearl Harbor/USS Arizona visit was great whereas the Dole plantation stop could have been eliminated. We recommend this tour.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Graeme Eden
Our first and most memorable experience with this company was being picked up by Coach Driver Jerry. This guy is a credit to the company and to Hawaii. He supplied a huge amount of information about the islands, the history and Pearl Harbour. He was extremely helpful to everyone on the coach and gave sensible advice to all the 'out of towners' The experience of visiting the Missouri and the Arizona memorial was a humbling and memorable experience for our family.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The guide we had was excellent for the city tour, and the Pearl Harbour tour was very informative, moving, and a great experience.
Thank you
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
A very full day. The whole experience was great. The tour guide on the Missouri was fantastic and new so much. Really glad we did this all age groups would love it.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Rick & Sherry
The tour was a wonderful experience. Our tour guide "Duke" was awesome!! Highly recommend this tour.
Aloha Rick and Sherry,
Thanks for the positive feedback. Duke enjoys his work and it's nice to know others do too!
Hope to see you again on your next trip to Hawaii!
Aloha,
Janet Tomlinson
Home of the Brave Tours
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Had a great time!!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2013/01/03 |
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Aloha Wendy and Jeff,
Thanks for joining us on Home of the Brave Tours. We appreciate your positive and enthusiastic feedback. Also, thank you for sharing your photos. We hope that the next time you are in the islands we will see you again on Home of the Brave.
Aloha,
Janet Tomlinson
Home of the Brave Tours