Aulani – Part Two

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Welcome back to my discussion of Aulani, a combination hotel/Disney Vacation Club (DVC) located on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. Yesterday I gave you an overview of the many wonderful amenities this resort has to offer. Today I’m going to answer the $64,000 question. Would I recommend Aulani to first-time visitors to Hawaii, specifically … Continue reading "Aulani – Part Two"
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Aulani – Part One

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Before I made my first trip to Hawaii, I asked my friends who had already visited for some advice. I received the same words of wisdom from them all. “Do not let a travel agent or tour operator talk you into visiting two or three islands in one week’s time. Each island has more than … Continue reading "Aulani – Part One"
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Preparing for the Trip of a Life Time

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As I begin writing this blog, a few happy tears are coming down my face. I KNOW how blessed I am. My life has taken me through lots of highs and lows, but one of the biggest highs was starting Deb’s Disney Digest back in January 1996. I have met so many wonderful people and … Continue reading "Preparing for the Trip of a Life Time"
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More Magic and Water Fun Added to Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Hawaii

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New Ka Maka Landing and Ulu Cafe Welcome Guests with a Spectacular Pool and Poolside Dining Options KO OLINA, Hawaii, Oct. 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ — Beginning October 19, 2013, Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii, will welcome guests to explore a stunning new expansion of its popular Waikolohe Valley water play … Continue reading "More Magic and Water Fun Added to Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Hawaii"
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Ama Ama: Aulani’s Signature Dining Experience

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Of all the restaurants at the resort, however, there is one that stands above the rest. If you were to only dine at one restaurant at Aulani, Ama Ama would be the one not to miss. The restaurant is to Aulani what California Grill is to the Contemporary or Yachtsman Steakhouse is to the Yacht Club resort, a fine dining experience that offers unparalleled service, atmosphere, and cuisine. At Aulani, Ama Ama provides a dining experience unlike any other and one that is truly unforgettable.
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Fun and (Mostly) Frugal Excursions from Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa

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AUTHOR’S NOTE: The Miller Family recently returned from a special stay in a Disney Vacation Club villa at Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa on Oahu with our two teenagers and my husband’s parents to celebrate some “big” anniversaries happening this year (20 years for my husband and me and 50 for my in-laws). We were … Continue reading "Fun and (Mostly) Frugal Excursions from Disney’s Aulani Resort and Spa"
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Dining in Paradise at Disney’s Aulani Resort

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I recently had the tremendous opportunity to stay at Disney’s Aulani resort in Ko Olina, Hawaii. This was my first ever trip out to our fiftieth state and I could not have asked for a better introduction than staying at here for a few nights. Aulani is everything you would expect from a Disney resort … Continue reading "Dining in Paradise at Disney’s Aulani Resort"
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Aulani Grand Opening – Resort Activities

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I’m back from Aulani now – it was great trip, but very busy. Aulani is really a destination in and of itself, and there are a great many things to do without ever leaving the resort property. I wandered around taking photos and trying to experience as much as I could in the time that … Continue reading "Aulani Grand Opening – Resort Activities"
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Aulani Grand Opening – Day 3

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Aloha! The big event today was the Grand Opening Ceremony held soon after sunset this evening. It was beautiful, heartfelt, moving, and powerful. It was truly a privilege to be here to experience it. The video (two parts) is at the end of this blog entry – it’s about 22 minutes long. If you don’t … Continue reading "Aulani Grand Opening – Day 3"
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Aulani Grand Opening – Day 2

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Aloha from Aulani! It was another beautiful and very full day – but I had a chance to enjoy the resort a bit today. There’s still an awful lot to see and do, though! I think the best way to tell it is in photos – a picture is worth 1000 words! This is the … Continue reading "Aulani Grand Opening – Day 2"
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