Aulani
21°20′20″N 158°07′22″W / 21.338916°N 158.122707°W
Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa is a Disney Vacation Club Resort under development at the Ko Olina Resort & Marina near Kapolei on the Hawaiian island of Oahu. Phase 1 is expected to open in August 2011, it will be the third Disney Vacation Club Resort, and the first Disney hotel, located outside of a Disney theme park property. Initially announced in October 2007, Disney unveiled the resort's name in January 2010. Overlooking white-sand beaches, crystal-blue lagoons and a pristine cove surrounded by lush tropical foliage, this Disney Vacation Club Resort is expected to be a premier vacation destination.
Theme:
Walt Disney Imagineers have collaborated with local architects and cultural experts to design and construct what will be an unforgettable experience celebrating the customs and tradition of Hawai`i. Inside and out, simplicity, fine materials and attention-to-detail reflect the layers of refined thinking that characterize Hawaiian art. The resort will be a place where ancient meets modern in a dazzling combination of natural beauty and sophisticated elegance.
Villas
Rooms are designed with lustrous wood and Hawaiian elements — from the geometric patterns inspired by kapa cloth to the high level of craftsmanship you'll encounter at every turn.
Dining
Aulani, Disney Vacation Club Villas, Ko Olina, Hawai`i will feature 2 nearby restaurants that will offer cuisine unique to Hawai`i: one with views of the famed sunsets of the Leeward Coast and the other with a buffet-style setting.
Recreation
Discover a nearby feature pool and water play area that blends into the beautiful surrounding topography, with family-friendly tube and body slides that weave through volcanic rock. Adventurous family members can explore the nearby saltwater snorkel lagoon, teeming with tropical fish and other marine life. Children will also love the signature Disney kids' club which features custom-planned activities and adventures.
Water Play Area & Pools
The one-of-a-kind water play area merges seamlessly through volcanic rock—a guaranteed splash! The nearby wading pool is a great alternative to the vast fun pool and provides a safe option for parents with toddlers. Guests can also snorkel in the saltwater lagoon, home to countless breeds of tropical sea life.
Marina
The lively marina hosts a multitude of dining, entertainment and shopping hotspots for travelers staying at the Resort.
Golf
Reserve tee times at a championship golf course created by legendary course designer Ted Robinson.
Spa
Enjoy a myriad of treatments at the full-service spa encompassing 18,000 square feet.
Disney Kids' Club
Paradise wouldn't be paradise without custom-planned activities and adventures for your kids!
Conference Center & Outdoor Venue
Visit the 15,000+ square-foot conference center with approximately 40,000 square feet of outdoor venues.
Purchase/Reservations
The resort began timeshare sales in July 2010, and expects to begin taking room reservations in August 2010.[1][2]
References
- ^ "New Disney Hawaii resort gets a name". Pacific Business News. January 19, 2010. Retrieved January 19, 2010.
- ^ "Disney to open reservations a year before resort opening". Honolulu Star-Advertiser. July 2, 2010. Retrieved July 2, 2010.
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