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Answering Your Disney's Aulani Trip Questions! | Was It Worth It, Did We Buy DVC, Planning & More!

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TheTimTracker
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πŸ‘οΈ 92K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 35:43

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Editorial Summary

The creators provide a comprehensive question and answer session regarding their recent family trip to Aulani, a Disney resort in Hawaii. They address various logistical concerns, including COVID-19 travel restrictions, vaccination requirements for indoor dining, and the use of specific wristbands to signify status at the resort. The discussion covers travel strategies, such as flying through Minnesota to secure lie-flat Delta One seats to help their toddler manage jet lag. They also detail the costs associated with the trip, noting that their nine-day stay cost approximately nine thousand dollars for the room alone, excluding food and excursions. The creators share insights into resort amenities, explaining that while the pool is restricted to guests, the nearby beaches are public. They also discuss the differences between staying in a standard hotel room versus a Disney Vacation Club villa and weigh the potential long-term savings of DVC membership. Finally, they reflect on the overall value of the experience, concluding that the magical memories made with their family made the high cost worthwhile.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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Seriously Tasty
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)Occasional Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

i do think that it was worth what we paid for us right i had a great time jackson had a great time we got to see so much of the resort

the cast members at aulani are second to none they were really great everybody was just they made the experience just even more magical

i would say for me personally i would say yes yeah and the cast members at aulani are second to none

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book a winter travel discount for part of your stay to save money.
βœ“Get your pool wristband the day before to avoid long lines.
βœ“Consider a backup plan for dining if you're not a resort guest, as rules may be vague.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Time change and jet lag for young children β€” Fly overnight so the child can sleep on the plane, and allow a few days to adjust.
Cost of dining and activities at Aulani β€” Be prepared for high prices; consider eating off-resort or using groceries.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat were the COVID-19 restrictions for traveling to Hawaii and eating at restaurants?
QCould non-resort guests enjoy the resort's restaurants or shopping?
QWhy did you fly to Minnesota before going to Hawaii?
QHow long did it take Jackson to adjust back to Eastern time?
QWhat was the name of the car service from the airport to Aulani?

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