The setting where the luau takes place, on the lawn of the Andaz resort with the ocean and palm trees in the background, made us feel like movie stars, it was absolutely stunning. The staff was very welcoming and professional, and the open bar was classy and well stocked. We'd really been looking forward to this experience, and wow, the performances didn't disappoint. That element was top notch, authentic, and not corny at all. In fact, I was quite moved and thrilled by the performances. On the downside, the food was a little disappointing. Not bad by any means, but it was like what you'd get at a nice catered event (fish tasty but overcooked, standard side salad, big scoop of rice, etc.)...nothing spectacular. The three little tarts served for dessert might've been my favorite course, but they were handed out in plastic takeout containers, which I thought was an odd presentation, although maybe it was assuming people were too stuffed and wanted their desserts to go, haha. A complimentary photo was taken by the sea at sunset, which was a nice touch, and I guess the photographer was a professional, but our photo came out pretty bad, with shadows right across my and my husband's faces and the image was very contrast-y. That was disappointing too, considering how the photos I saw online of other couples at the luau came out so nice. Oh well. Overall, I would still recommend this luau because of the outstanding performances and beautiful, classy ambiance.