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Re: Ko Olina DVC

Post by Main Streeter » Fri Jan 22, 2010 1:01 am

darph nader wrote:And no,she doesn't have 'tiny bubbles' ;) .
You are just soooo bad! :rolleyes:



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Re: Ko Olina DVC

Post by Big Wallaby » Fri Jan 22, 2010 12:20 pm

hobie16 wrote:Ko Olina DVC now has a name. It'll be called Aulani which translates to either, "the place that speaks for the great ones" or "the place that speaks with deep messages."
And in that regard, here is the Disney press release:

Hawaii Destination Resort is Named



The highly anticipated Disney destination resort currently under construction on the Hawaiian island of O'ahu now has an official name and a dynamic new website offering an inside look at the project. The resort's name—Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa, Ko Olina, Hawai'i—reflects the company's deep commitment to celebrating the islands' rich history and traditions. Plans call for the first phase of the resort to open in fall 2011.
"We want this resort destination to reflect the vibrant culture that surrounds it. The name 'Aulani' expresses a connection to tradition and deep story-telling—and its roots are here in this land," Joe Rohde, senior vice president, creative, Walt Disney Imagineering, says. "We're so grateful to the local Hawaiians who led us to the discovery of this name, and our goal is to live up to its meaning."
Rohde noted that Aulani translated from the Hawaiian language to English, means "the place that speaks for the great ones" or "the place that speaks with deep messages."
Nearby to historical sites on the western side of O'ahu, Aulani will be located on 21 acres of oceanfront property in the Ko Olina Resort and Marina development. The Resort is planned to have 360 hotel rooms and 481 two-bedroom equivalent Disney Vacation Club villas.
Design plans call for amenities to engage every member of the family, a hallmark of a Disney vacation. Among the recreational highlights planned for the resort are pools and sunset facing hot tubs, a snorkeling lagoon, a variety of kids' club and other play programs for children, and a river, suitable for tube floating, running through a specially created volcanic outcropping.
The resort will also include an 18,000-square-foot spa designed with families in mind. The resort, built adjacent to a crystal blue lagoon and a white-sand beach, is planned to also have two restaurants, a 14,545-square-foot conference center and 48,685 square feet of outdoor venues. Located nearby are the existing Ko Olina Marina and a Ted Robinson-designed, 18-hole Championship Golf course.
Disney has launched a new preview website, DisneyAulani.com, to provide updates and background information on the resort now under construction. The site also details some of the adventures and amenities under development, and includes conceptual art, descriptions of resort highlights, regularly updated resort information and photos of Aulani as it nears completion.
"We are looking forward to welcoming guests to Aulani to share the fun, immersive family vacation experiences Disney is known for combined with the beauty and culture of Hawai'i," Djuan Rivers, vice president, Disney Vacation Club and Resort, Hawai'i, says. "We are turning to the Hawaiian culture for inspiration in everything we are doing at Aulani, and we hope our guests will not only enjoy the Disney experience, but will also embrace the unique culture of Hawai'i and its diverse people."


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Re: Ko Olina DVC

Post by darph nader » Fri Jan 22, 2010 2:00 pm

I swear,these people could make a polished turd sound good. :rolleyes:


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Re: Ko Olina DVC

Post by darph nader » Fri Jan 22, 2010 2:09 pm

Main Streeter wrote:You are just soooo bad! :rolleyes:
What??? You should meet Sam,big Amazon type gal with a stage you could do Shakespeare on. :)


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Post by Main Streeter » Fri Jan 22, 2010 3:37 pm

darph nader wrote:I swear,these people could make a polished turd sound good. :rolleyes:
You are so correct, yet they are the big buck guys. Bet I could polish just as well. :)



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Re: Ko Olina DVC

Post by darph nader » Fri Jan 22, 2010 6:30 pm

Main Streeter wrote:You are so correct, yet they are the big buck guys. Bet I could polish just as well. :)
"Within it's desticntive blue and red aluminum container,it promises refreshment unparalled with any other beverage available. Cascading from it's encloser into a clear receptical inviting you to partake in it's cold goodness. As you slowly consume it's golden flavor,you relax in it's refreshing effervescent wonder." :cool:

Hows that? :rolleyes:


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Re: Ko Olina DVC

Post by Main Streeter » Sat Jan 23, 2010 3:14 am

darph nader wrote:"Within it's desticntive blue and red aluminum container,it promises refreshment unparalled with any other beverage available. Cascading from it's encloser into a clear receptical inviting you to partake in it's cold goodness. As you slowly consume it's golden flavor,you relax in it's refreshing effervescent wonder." :cool:

Hows that? :rolleyes:
ROFL! Stick with your day job. :D: I do see you used coaster for adjectives. ;)



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Post by darph nader » Sat Jan 23, 2010 10:30 am

Main Streeter wrote:ROFL! Stick with your day job. :D: I do see you used coaster for adjectives. ;)
Only for spell check. :( I swear some of these people swallowed a superlative coaster sometimes. :eek:


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Re: Ko Olina DVC

Post by hobie16 » Fri Feb 26, 2010 4:33 pm

New pictures from Yesterland.com.

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Re: Ko Olina DVC

Post by Disneyguy85 » Fri Feb 26, 2010 4:47 pm

Its coming along pretty well.



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