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Overlooking the Waikolohe Valley . PHOTO BY DANNY SHUSTER
The Waikolohe Pool .
Sometimes an Aulani vacation deserves a little extra luxury . That ’ s where the Disney Vacation Club Deluxe Studios and Villas come in .
The “ Lei Hiwahiwa ” hula show , in honor of the resort ’ s 10th anniversary . PHOTO BY DANNY SHUSTER
its 10-year anniversary . Instead of skipping the celebration altogether , Aunty Angela and Uncle Eric , who is also a talented musician , created a song for the milestone anniversary .
“ We wanted to make sure it wasn ’ t a happy-10th type of celebratory song , but it was more of how do we feel about this place because , in Hawaiian culture , everything has energy ,” Aunty Angela explained . “ So when we look at Aulani , we don ’ t look at Aulani as a structure ; we look at it as a living , breathing entity . She brings these families together . She brings our cast together . With the song , we wanted it to be more from the view of a Cast Member and also intertwine that with the view of returning guests .”
The ultimate stay is the DVC 3-Bedroom Grand Villa , which sleeps up to 12 guests across 2,174 square feet . Families will get three separate bedrooms ( and more importantly , three separate bathrooms ), a fully equipped kitchen , and robes and slippers for a cozy morning , snuggled up with a cup of Joffrey ’ s coffee and listening to the waves lap the shores of O ’ ahu .
And you don ’ t even have to be a DVC member to enjoy a Villa for your island getaway . David ’ s Vacation Club Rentals lets Disney fans rent points to book exclusive DVC Resort rooms — at lower prices . Enjoy a lavish Villa stay with flatpanel TVs , washer and dryer , a whirlpool tub , and stunning ocean views , regardless of your DVC status .
The final outcome was “ Aulani Lei Hiwahiwa ,” which translates to “ Aulani , our beautiful lovely lei . ”
While Aulani may be filled with beaches , a stunning pool area , and authentic Hawaiian culture , Cast Members such as Aunty Angela continue to showcase why Disney fans from around the world choose to spend time at Aulani — connecting them with Hawaii in a way that only Disney can make possible .
“[ It ] really is the people , and it ’ s the place . It ’ s everything ,” Aunty Angela said .
We couldn ’ t agree more . Aloha , Aulani .
Inside a DVC Villa bedroom .
But don ’ t spend too much time in the room . Aulani offers amazing experiences no matter where you ’ re staying — from pools and splash zones , to a private saltwater snorkeling lagoon , to boogie boarding and character meet-and-greets ( why hello there , Vacation Mickey !). And bring your appetite , both for the midday snacks and the Hawaiian feast , complete with a lū ‘ au performance .
A hui hou ! Sponsored content by David ’ s Vacation Club Rentals .