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Dedicate a Fun Tropical Evening to Dad This Father’s Day Aboard the Star of Honolulu

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It’s never too early to plan for dad’s special day! Give Dad the night he deserves aboard the Star of Honolulu during our Father’s Day Sunset Dinner Buffet & Show cruise.

Kick off the evening island-style with a pier-side welcome hula performance, followed by live, relaxing Hawaiian music upon your departure. Throughout the evening, you’ll enjoy a gourmet buffet featuring a variety of island favorites from roast beef carved onboard, fried rice with pineapple to a delectable variety of desserts, like Hawaii’s signature coconut haupia cake and homemade chocolate brownies. Plus, dads will love their free beverage of choice during the cruise. You’ll end the evening with our captivating “Polynesian Journey” show while indulging in the backdrop of incredible ocean views. Make this Father’s Day one to remember aboard the Star of Honolulu!

Our Father’s Day Sunset Dinner Buffet & Show cruise takes place on Sunday, June 19, departing from Aloha Tower Marketplace, Pier 8 at 5:30 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation today, visit www.StarofHonolulu.com or call (808) 983-STAR (7827).


Make for a Memorable Mother’s Day Aboard the Star of Honolulu

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Make mom’s day extra special by treating her to a day out at sea with the Star of Honolulu’s Mother’s Day Champagne Brunch cruise. Aboard the Star of Honolulu, moms will be pampered with a delicious brunch buffet, breathtaking ocean views, live Hawaiian entertainment and prize giveaways just for mothers.

Throughout the cruise, mom and her guests will enjoy a “champagne” toast to commence an afternoon of lei making, hula lessons and exciting door prizes. The whole family will also indulge in the “Taste of Hawaii” buffet featuring local favorites like Hawaiian black sea salt roast beef, teriyaki chicken, lomilomi salmon, a special Mother’s Day cake and more!

Show your appreciation for the hardworking mom in your life and plan your Mother’s Day voyage today! The family-friendly cruise departs from Pier 8 at Aloha Tower Marketplace on Sunday, May 8 at 12:00 p.m. and returns at 2:30 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation today, visit www.StarofHonolulu.com or call (808) 983-STAR (7827).


Spring into the season with a new menu Aboard the Five Star Sunset Dining & Jazz Cruise

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Join us aboard The Star of Honolulu and experience our new, exquisite spring menu along with the soothing sounds of a live jazz trio on the signature Five Star Sunset Dining & Jazz Cruise. Beginning April 1 through June 30, 2016, Chef de Cuisine Norman Soderberg have crafted the following seven-course, French style menu that will entice all of your senses:

Spring Canapés
Yuzu Ginger Crab Salad
Spring Vegetable Quiche
Watermelon and Prosciutto Bites

Spring Pea Fennel Soup
with Big Island Slow Smoked Pork

Hawaiian Goat Cheese Truffle Cremeux
with Nalo Greens and Peppered Strawberries

Air-Flown Live Maine Lobster
with Sweet Kahuku Corn Succotash,
Chorizo Mushroom Duxelle Puff, Pickled Radish
and Asparagus Puree

Intermezzo
Meyer Lemon Sorbet

Highest Grade Prime Tenderloin Herb Crusted Beef
with Spring Vegetable Bouquet,
Roasted Parsnip Puree and Veal Demi-Glace

Jasmine Tea Smoked Yogurt Gelato
with Red Velvet Cake
and Fresh Berries

Throughout the evening, guests will indulge in the flavors of the season while enjoying relaxing sounds of jazz and an impeccable sunset and coastline view.

The Five Star Sunset Dining & Jazz cruise departs nightly from Pier 8 at Aloha Tower Marketplace at 5:30 p.m., with the Captain’s Welcome Reception beginning at 4:45 p.m., and returns at 8 p.m.; 8:30 p.m. on Fridays. The Five Star Sunset Dining & Jazz cruise is $199 for adults; not recommended for children. Kama’aina and military prices are also available with valid Hawaii and military I.D. For more information or to book a cruise today, please call (808) 983-STAR (7827) or visit www.StarofHonolulu.com.


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