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Four Weeks to Aulani!
We are headed to Aulani for Thanksgiving week and couldn't be more thrilled to be able to experience Hawaii together as a family at a Disney resort! Like any good Disney vacation we've booked some meals, but what else would you say we should book now since we are only about a month out? We're not planning anything spectacular, just some excursions to Pearl Harbor, Waikiki, the North Shore. Thanks!
Beth & David
09/82 Treehouse Villas, 06/86 BVP, 10/95 CBR, 10/99 DI, 08/03 PORS, 10/05 POP, 11/06 AKL, 09/09 POLY, 10/10 Wonder, 05/11 Dream/PORS, 08/13 POLY, 11/13 GF, 04/15 POLY, 11/15 BLT, 11/16 Aulani, 03/17 BLT, 08/18 BLT, 07/19 AKL, 06/21 BLT
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Sorry I can't give you any advice but I just wanted to sway I hope you have a fantastic time! I hope to hear all about your trip, since we are off to Aulani next August and will need advice planning it.
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I can't remember if I already sent this info, but Waimea Botanical Garden near North Shore is spectacular. We love going. Also, we go to the Dole Plantations every single time. I just love it. Its really touristy (much like WDW!) but its a cool place, and there is an awesome train ride that takes you through the pineapple fields. Its gorgeous scenery, and a unique experience. There is a coffee and chocolate plantation close by as well. Our favorite beach, besides the Ko Olina lagoons is over on the east side. Google "Kailua"...there is some great shopping and restaurants, and the beach over there is postcard perfect. Waikiki is super crowded, somewhat dirty, and honestly we never go anymore.
If you are into museums and culture, the Bishop Museum is outstanding. Its closer to downtown Waikiki. Shangri-La is the estate of Doris Duke, and there are daily guided tours. It houses one of the largest collections of Islamic art and is ocean side- the views are truly some of the best on the island.
The submarine Atlantis departs from the Hilton Hawaiian Village. Its one of the only passenger subs in the world, and such a unique experience.
There is sooooooo much to do on Oahu. We go every year, and always find new and interesting things to do. My kids begged us to go back to the Bishop Museum every day. They also loved Pearl Harbor.
1980-2001 CR;CBR 2001 AKL 2002 AKL 2003 AKL 2004 AKL; CB; AKL 2007 WL 2008 AKL 9/09 AKL Jambo 12/10 AKL Kidani 9/11 AKL Kidani 9/12 AKL 12/12 AKL 5/13 AKL 12/13 SS 9/14 BLT 12/14 SS 2/15 Aulani DVC 7/15 CBR 10/15 Yacht Club 12/16 DS 7/17 Aulani 01/19 POR 08/19 Yacht Club
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It might be wise to book Pearl Harbor ahead of your arrival.
Have a wonderful time on Oahu!!!
Linda aka: Faline
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Originally Posted by faline
It might be wise to book Pearl Harbor ahead of your arrival.
Have a wonderful time on Oahu!!!
Thanks to all for the suggestions!
I looked into ordering tickets for Pearl Harbor online and it said that pre-purchase of a tour didn't automatically guarantee access to the USS Arizona Memorial as those ticket are only sold on a day of basis.
Either way we're totally looking forward to it! We're booked for the new Aulani luau Ka Wa'a so we're excited to see what they have to offer.
Beth & David
09/82 Treehouse Villas, 06/86 BVP, 10/95 CBR, 10/99 DI, 08/03 PORS, 10/05 POP, 11/06 AKL, 09/09 POLY, 10/10 Wonder, 05/11 Dream/PORS, 08/13 POLY, 11/13 GF, 04/15 POLY, 11/15 BLT, 11/16 Aulani, 03/17 BLT, 08/18 BLT, 07/19 AKL, 06/21 BLT
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Up on the North Shore is a hole in the wall called Ted's pies. The have a sandwich counter and awesome pies (by the slice if you like). We enjoyed it immensely for lunch. Maui Mike's is another local dive in Wahiawa or Kialua for BBQ. I heartily second the Monkey Pod as a good option. We did the luau at Polynesian Cultural Center, wide variety of food...kahlua pork is just not our thing. Enjoy your trip!
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Sounds morbid, but the Byodu-In Temple at the Valley of the Temples cemetery is amazing. So beautiful, serene, and the drive over the H1 to 63N. to Kaneohe is breath taking if you have a rental.
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Oops, sorry just noticed your trip dates, hope you had a great trip. Maybe someone else will benefit from my tardiness.
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Originally Posted by tundramom
Oops, sorry just noticed your trip dates, hope you had a great trip. Maybe someone else will benefit from my tardiness.
No worries! We had a fantastic trip...a week was not enough! We checked in and out Saturday to Saturday and only spent our first and last full days at Aulani. We did excursions at least part of the day from Monday through Thursday. 10 days to two weeks would be ideal for Hawaii. Still grateful for the time with the kids. Next time!
Beth & David
09/82 Treehouse Villas, 06/86 BVP, 10/95 CBR, 10/99 DI, 08/03 PORS, 10/05 POP, 11/06 AKL, 09/09 POLY, 10/10 Wonder, 05/11 Dream/PORS, 08/13 POLY, 11/13 GF, 04/15 POLY, 11/15 BLT, 11/16 Aulani, 03/17 BLT, 08/18 BLT, 07/19 AKL, 06/21 BLT
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Originally Posted by baldburke
No worries! We had a fantastic trip...a week was not enough! We checked in and out Saturday to Saturday and only spent our first and last full days at Aulani. We did excursions at least part of the day from Monday through Thursday. 10 days to two weeks would be ideal for Hawaii. Still grateful for the time with the kids. Next time!
Good to know! I'm going for my 50th in 2018, and planning for ten days.
Sherri
Next: Aulani Celebration 10/2018 (50th)
Past Stays: Contemporary, GF, Poly, BC, POP, POR, Dolphin, AKL Kidani, BLT
1990 August Honeymoon- GF
Delighted Disney Return Guest since 1981, DVC (BLT) since 2014
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Originally Posted by SBETigg
Good to know! I'm going for my 50th in 2018, and planning for ten days.
Feel free to send me a message as we get closer if you like. I would be happy to pass along what we know and learned for next time. Hawaii was beautiful and Aulani felt like a Disney resort less the oppressive humidity.
Beth & David
09/82 Treehouse Villas, 06/86 BVP, 10/95 CBR, 10/99 DI, 08/03 PORS, 10/05 POP, 11/06 AKL, 09/09 POLY, 10/10 Wonder, 05/11 Dream/PORS, 08/13 POLY, 11/13 GF, 04/15 POLY, 11/15 BLT, 11/16 Aulani, 03/17 BLT, 08/18 BLT, 07/19 AKL, 06/21 BLT
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Thank you! Really looking forward to it!
Sherri
Next: Aulani Celebration 10/2018 (50th)
Past Stays: Contemporary, GF, Poly, BC, POP, POR, Dolphin, AKL Kidani, BLT
1990 August Honeymoon- GF
Delighted Disney Return Guest since 1981, DVC (BLT) since 2014
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