New! Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa, Plus Package Pricing

If you’re a fan of Boscov’s Travel, you probably know how passionate we are about Disney. Our Authorized Disney Vacation Planners; along with our exclusive, nonstop flights to Orlando from local airports, has made us known as “The Disney People”.

Well, hold on to your Mickey-hats; because on August 29^th Disney opens a new resort and spa on the island of Oahu: Aulani.

Situated on 21 acres of gorgeous Hawaiian landscape, Aulani is far from the crowds, yet close enough to enjoy the attractions of Oahu. But, what everyone wants to know is what’s in store for travelers who visit this island paradise.

Fun for the Whole Family

After breakfast, go tubing down Waikolohe Stream or explore distinctly Hawaiian caverns and lava rock formations. Visit the Makai Preserve, where the whole family can feed stingrays, watch starfish and observe sea slugs. Then, enjoy snorkeling at Rainbow Reef, the island’s only private snorkeling pool.

Luxury for Adults

After lunch, perhaps you’ll be ready for some “grown-up” time. Why not drop the kids off at Aunty’s Beach House, where children age 3-10 will have a blast with the resort’s experienced youth counselors.

With the kids taken care of, adults can enjoy a visit to the relaxing Wailana Pool and its pool bar (open daily) or take a dip in one of the resort’s whirlpool spas, situated to catch the famous Hawaiian sunset. Laniwai, the resort’s full-service spa, features nearly 150 spa therapies and Kula Wai is the only outdoor hydrotherapy garden in Oahu.

But wait, there’s more.

This fabulous resort wouldn’t be complete without Waikolohe Pool, an 8,200 square foot pool with a sloping entry, tunnel body slides and poolside theme parties. Also, check out Menehune Bridge, complete with three slides, a climbing play structure and several water features.

Teens can hang out at the beach and catch some waves before heading over to Painted Sky, the teen spa, complete with a Yogurt Bar and Customized Perfume Bar.

With all these options, it’s important to remember to check out everything the exciting island of Oahu has in store!

Weddings

Looking for the ultimate Destination Wedding location? Look no further. The resort’s Wedding Lawn is the perfect setting for romantic nuptials!

Cuisine

In addition to the casual Makahiki Buffet Restaurant, you have many great dining options:

• The Olelo Room (for continental breakfast, traditional afternoon tea and cocktail service)
• ‘AMA ’AMA Beachside Restaurant
• Off the Hook Beachside Bar
• One Paddle, Two Paddle Quick Service Dining
• Private Dining 24/7 and more

Package Details

The Boscov’s Travel Aulani Package includes seven nights accommodations, roundtrip air transportation between Newark and Honolulu, round-trip transfers in Hawaii (including gratuities) and all taxes and service fees starting at $2,032 per person. This pricing is based on double occupancy in a standard room for travelers departing on January 22, 2012; but other rates, dates and accommodation styles are available. Rates are subject to availability at time of booking, so book early to ensure the best possible rate. As always, we will customize your package any way you like.

For more information or booking, contact your local Boscov’s Travel Specialist.

Also see:
Welcome to Hawaii (general tips)
Which Hawaiian island should I visit?
Susie’s Top 5 Hawaii Activities

Adventures by Disney

When you hear the name “Disney” it is easy to slip into thoughts of Mickey ears, Space Mountain, and dancing broomsticks, but what you don’t necessarily think about is what would happen if the geniuses behind Disney started planning World Wide adventure vacations for the whole family.  Well they’re doing it, and their tour packages are truly unique, exotic, hands-on, and they reach far beyond the norms of vacation travel.

Tour highlights include:

• A Disney Adventure Guide, who is an expert on the place you are visiting, and functions as more of a “story teller” then a guide.
• Activities at all destinations for every member of the family, with specific activities for kids, teens, parents, and grandparents.
• VIP access to unique attractions ranging from “reserved entry and access to Michelangelo’s David” to “an exclusive feast after hours at the Vienna Zoo in Austria”.
• Local Experts who will teach you unique skills or trades in a hands on manner.
• Storytelling from costumed locals dressed as significant people in history.
• Disney Movie nights so parents can have some alone time.

They also offer other options for travelers with different wants for their vacation. The Gateway Collection was created for the person who wants more independent free time to explore new locales. Adult-Exclusive Departures are a fantastic option, because the whole trip is tailored to be enjoyable for guests 18 and over. They even have special trips tailored around holiday travel.

With options for tours pretty much anywhere in the world, you are bound to find a trip that caters to all people going on the vacation. Below I have picked a few unique destinations, and highlighted what makes them cooler than other tours to the same places. They still have all the standard things you would find (walking, biking, and cruising tours, demonstrations, unique dining experiences, and landmark visits) on a normal tour, but they make it so that you get to be a part of the experience instead of just observing it.

Australia –The tour includes snorkeling in the Great Barrier Reef on a glass bottom boat with a marine biologist to answer questions, a “hands-on animal encounter” and private breakfast at the Taronga Zoo, boomerang and spear throwing lessons with Tjapukai tribe members, and an Aussie BBQ where you can hang out with crocodiles.

South Africa – This tour includes a three day safari, dinner with elephants at Knysna Elephant Park, a beach walk with African Penguins, an Afrikaans Pastry cooking class at the Institute of Culinary Arts, a three-course meal in a 17^th century castle complete with a traditional Minstrel Show, an interactive drumming class, traditional face painting at Moyo, time to learn “traditional and modern beading techniques from a local weaver”, and archery lessons from a local expert.

Alaska – This tour includes a behind the scenes look at the Iditarod where you get to meet the racing dogs, a lesson in wolf tracking by radio telemetry with a private guide from the Murie Science and Learning Center, a raft ride on Placer River where you will navigate between icebergs, a cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park, panning for gold at a remote trapper’s camp, a hands-on experience with touch tanks at the SeaLife Center and a pizza party in their underwater-viewing area,  and a picnic in Denali National Park.

Costa Rica – This tour includes an aerial tour of the rainforest, a Sarapiqui white water rafting adventure, zip lining in Costa Rica, and craft workshops from local artists.

The Alps – This tour includes rope course and zip lining in the Alps, a pasta making class at the Villa Mirabella, a bike ride along Lake Lucerne, story time at Husky Camp with an expert dog trainer, a mini boat cruise of Isola Bella Island, an exclusive wine tasting with a sommelier, pony rides for kids, and a traditional cheese fondue lunch.

Again, these are just a few highlights of these trips, and the activities listed barely scratch the surface. Other destinations include China, Ecudaor, Peru, Galapagos Islands, England & France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Mediterranean Cruise, American Southwest, Hollywood, Mid Atlantic US, and Yellowstone.  For more info on any of the specific destinations contact a Boscov’s Travel Specialist near you!

Or if you are in the Neshaminy, PA area, join Boscov’s Travel and representative Jack Sharp from Adventures by Disney for an informative presentation on the many family tours available through Adventures by Disney Vacations. The event is free and will be held at My Gym, Newtown Summit Square Shopping Center, Langhorne, PA.  Friday, April 01,2011 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Please call, visit, or email to reserve your seat. Boscov’s Travel, Neshaminy Mall, 215-355-3737 or bostravneshaminy@boscovs.com