Disney's Aulani resort in O'ahu is just one month away from opening day.  As we approach its magical debut, Werner Weiss from Yesterland.com has published the ninteenth story in his series on this Hawaiian paradise.  The latest feature includes a number of photographs taken from within the resort itself (like the gorgeous image below) and a look at the surrounding area.

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Visit Yesterland.com for Disney Goes Hawaiian, Part 19: Aulani and O‘ahu

In creating Aunty's Beach House at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, designers have taken a page out of the Disney Cruise Line playbook. 

On the heels of the recent 30 second commercial promo for the Aulani resort in Hawai'i, Disney has released a more extensive Behind the Scenes video. 

The clip runs nearly 3 1/2 minutes and has a similar feel to the Disney theme park or Disney Vacation Club promotional videos.  It features a nice overview of the resort itself, resort activities, character appearances and more. Click inside to view.

Disney has released a 30-second commercial for its forthcoming Hawai'i resort.  Entitled "Aulani Magic", the ad attempts to convey the sort of experience families can expect from the tropical vacation paradise.

Click inside to check it out.

Some of the first guests who reserved a stay at Aulani, a Disney Resort and Spa recently received a surprise in the mail from Disney:  a storybook celebrating elements of Hawaiian culture which have been integrated throughout the resort.