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Magic in the tropics – “Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa”

By Bill I. (NDH#35) | Published: Wednesday, January 9, 2013

It didn’t take long for me to decide what article I would open the year 2013 with. After surviving another Christmas season, I decided what better way to begin the New Year in the middle of winter than talk about the most magical vacation spot in the tropics! And yes Disney fans, I’m talking about Disney’s Aulani resort and spa located on the Leeward Coast of Oahu, about 18 miles west of Honolulu. This resort is totally different that any Disney resort you might have been to. Disney turned to veteran Imagineer Joe Rhode to help design the new resort, because Joe was raised in Hawaii and has intimate knowledge of its culture, people, traditions and history. Unlike typical Disney resorts, you’ll find few references to the Disney Company, or even few signs sans the gift shops that advertised the Disney moniker. Even Mickey and Minnie and the rest of the characters keep a low profile. The idea was to showcase Hawaii’s culture, its people, the land and its history. And Joe Rhode and company have done an amazing job.

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Posted in Disney Company, Disney Vacation Club | Also tagged Disney Vacation Club, hawaii, O'ahu, Resorts
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Kids Find Fun at the Aulani Resort in O’ahu

By Natalie H. (NDM#268) | Published: Wednesday, November 16, 2011

: Aulani Aunty’s Beach House Photo Courtesy of Disney

Many DVC member and Disney fans are extremely excited about the opening of the Aulani Resort and Spa in O’ahu, Hawaii. This resort is situated miles away from the hustle and bustle of the Waikiki Beach, while remaining close to the island’s airport. Guests are now able to book their stay by visiting Aulani.com or by calling 866-44-Disney.

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Posted in Disney Reviews, Resorts | Also tagged Disney DVC Property, hawaii, Kids, O'ahu, teens
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Aulani’s Restaurants in Review

By Ami B. (NDM#381) | Published: Monday, September 12, 2011

Photo credit: Ami Brundick-Eller

The captivating Disney resort Aulani is nestled in the lush Hawaiian Island Oahu. It is worlds apart from “real” life and perfect for a romantic getaway. As with most any Disney resort, you can leave the property, but you in no way have to. I don’t know about you, but I associate “romantic getaways” with good food…may be why I’m fluffy! In any case, restaurants on property are something special if for no other reason than they are located in a picturesque region complete with palm trees and the bluest ocean as a backdrop.

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Posted in Disney Reviews, Lifestyle, Marriage, Relationships, Restaurants | Also tagged ama ama, makahiki, off the hook, olelo, one paddle two paddle, restaurants reviews
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D23 Expo Overview

By Jessica C. (NDI#21) | Published: Saturday, August 27, 2011

Photo Credit: Jess Clawson

This year’s D23 Expo came to a close Sunday night rather quietly, much like the entire, relatively uneventful weekend.

Friday opened with the Disney Legends Ceremony and big cheers from the Disney fans. A big highlight was the voice of the princesses singing songs from their movies.

Friday afternoon was much less well received as there was no large announcements at the Parks and Resorts presentation as many expected. Among the discussed topics were the Fantasyland Expansion, Aulani, Carsland, Tangled coming to Disneyland’s Fantasyland and the Snow White Mine Train coaster being built in Fantasyland. Fans were furious because they expected big news just as was announced two years ago, but due to the economy and number of projects Disney already has under way, this lack of announcements comes as no surprise for some.

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Posted in D23, Disney Company, Disney Reviews, Events, News | Also tagged Avengers, Brave, Carousel of Projects, Carsland, Collectors Forum, D23, D23 Expo 2011, Dick Van Dike, Fantasyland, fantasyland expansion, Imagineers, Jim Hensen, Kingdom Keepers, Lou Mongello, Monsters Inc, Monsters University, Pixar, Talking Mickey, Tangled, The Great Destini, The Lion King 3D, The Muppets, The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
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NEUROTICALLY WAITING FOR NEXT DVC

By Rob W. (NDD#107) | Published: Thursday, July 14, 2011

My obsession lately has been what’s next at Disney World– will we see more attractions announced at D23? What will Art of Animation look like when done? When can I eat at Gaston’s in the new Fantasy Land?

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Posted in Disney Vacation Club, Lifestyle, Vacation | Also tagged Animal Kingdom Villas, Bay Lake Tower, Disney Family Man, Disney Vacation Club, Disney Vacation Club Member, Disney's Polynesian Resort, Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort, DVC rumor, Grand Floridian
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AULANI, FROM THE GROUND UP!

By Natalie H. (NDM#268) | Published: Sunday, May 1, 2011

I know many of you are excited to experience the new Disney Vacation Club Resort. There has been a great deal accomplished in the building of the resort. Here is a short video to bring you up to speed, so to speak:

As details unfold, I will help keep you informed!

Contributed by: Natalie Henley (NDM#268) Natalie is the DDL Resort Blogger. She is also the creator of Meet the Magic.

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SO WHERE IS THE NEXT DVC RESORT?

By Rob W. (NDD#107) | Published: Thursday, April 7, 2011

Photo Credit: Dennis Brown, NDU 5

The past few weeks the web has been set a buzz again with the rumors of a Grand Floridian DVC addition. The concept is apparently leaning towards the Animal Kingdom Villas model– convert existing space in order to sell inventory immediately while constructing a new building that will represent the bulk of the DVC inventory at the resort.

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Posted in Disney Company, Disney Vacation Club, Lifestyle, Rumors, Vacation | Also tagged Animal Kingdom Villas, Bay Lake Tower, Disney Rumors, Disney Vacation Club, Disneyland, Grand Floridian, National Harbor, River Country, Walt Disney World
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WEDDING IN PARADISE..HAWAIIAN MICKEY STYLE

By Karen C. (NDM#224) | Published: Thursday, March 24, 2011

As the Aulani Resort in Hawaii gets closer to completion, this newly released video showcasing their wedding venue should get any Neurotic Disney Bride’s attention!

Mahalo!

Contributed by: Karen Campanale (NDM#224) Karen is the DDL Weddings and Honeymoon Blogger. She is also the creator of The Best Friends Guide To.

Posted in Honeymoons, Marriage, Weddings | Also tagged disney fairy tale weddings, Disney Honeymoons, hawaii, honeymoons, weddings
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AULANI – DISNEY’S HAWAIIAN RESORT

By Natalie H. (NDM#268) | Published: Sunday, November 7, 2010

The greatly anticipated Aulani Resort is set to open the Fall of next year. The resort is located on the island of O`ahu, about 17 miles from the Honolulu International Airport in Hawai`i. The property lies beachfront on 21 acres of property in the Ko Olina Resort & Marina development.

While this property is being marketed as Disney’s third DVC property outside of a Disney park, everyone is invited to stay with Disney at this resort. Disney has recently opened a website dedicated to Aulani. Through the magic of pixie dust, Disney apparently already has photos on the site of an unfinished resort! The Disney company is so amazing!

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Posted in Disney Reviews, Resorts, Rumors | Also tagged Disney Vacation Club, Disney Vacation Club Member, DVC, Oahu Disney
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