Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa is just a few short weeks from opening.  Theme park passholders and D23 members who wish to be among the first to experience Disney's tropical paradise can currently take advantage of some appealing discounts off of the standard room rates.

The official Disney Parks Blog has been busy promoting Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa. Recent blog entries have shed new light on resort restaurant offerings and several guest activities.

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.