Beginning Aug. 5, 2024, Wailana Pool at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa will once again become an adult-only pool, offering a more relaxed and tranquil space for Guests and Disney Vacation Club Members ages 18 and over. As part of this change, the cabanas located at Wailana Pool will also be available exclusively for Guests and Members ages 18 and over. ‘Alohi Point whirlpool spa will continue to be an adult-only area. All other pool amenities within the Waikolohe Valley are available for the entire family to enjoy. Family cabanas are available to rent at Keiki Cove, Menehune Bridge and Ka Maka Landing.
At Aulani Resort, we pride ourselves in offering spaces for every member of the family, and we look forward to offering this additional option for adults seeking a quiet space.
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The most delicious time of the year is almost here – DOLE Whip Day! July 18 marks the fourth annual celebration, which is honored on the third Thursday of July, and runs through July 21. And what better way to join in the festivities than with a Foodie Guide?
Fellow foodies and sweet tooths alike will be more than excited once they see the list we’ve put together for guests this year. The classic Disney treat can be found worldwide, and even aboard the high seas. But there’s so much more DOLE Whip than the iconic pineapple delight (which is, iconic for a reason). We’ve gathered all the DOLE Whips at Disney Parks and aboard Disney Cruise Line, including the beloved bites at Aloha Isle at Magic Kingdom Park, which is a DOLE Whip lover’s dream, and a savory, sweet indulgence with the Chile-Mango Whip from Disneyland Resort. There’s truly one for everyone and their taste buds!
The big day is only a couple weeks away, so stay tuned for even more DOLE Whip fun on the way. Guests won’t want to miss a minute of the tasty excitement.
Well, we’ve waited long enough. We’re getting hungry with anticipation. Here is the Foodie Guide to DOLE Whip Day 2024!
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Yee haw! We can bear-ly contain our excitement that Country Bear Musical Jamboree is opening next week at Walt Disney World.
The bears are preparing a knee-slappin’ and toe-tappin’ kind of show with reinterpreted Disney tunes from bluegrass to Americana, rockabilly and more! These twangy tracks will even include “Try Everything” and “A Whole New World” from the Walt Disney Animation Studios films “Zootopia” and “Aladdin.”
Before the fiddlin’ begins on July 17 though, we’re taking guests on a behind the scenes tour with a special look at who’s who.
Meet the Country Bears
Ursus H. Bear
After an inspirational hibernation season, Ursus H. Bear set out to create a permanent cultural showplace dedicated to America’s musical heritage. In 1898, Ursus established Grizzly Hall where the honey tycoon-turned-impresario invited tuneful bruins to present zany and captivating performances in a show that quickly became known as a wild and wooly good time!
Henry
Years later, Ursus’s grandson Henry took over and now serves as the master of bear-emonies. He even helped develop the current show and co-wrote the opening song with the Five Bear Rugs.
Five Bear Rugs
Speaking of the Five Bear Rugs, there’s Zeke and Zeb and Ted and Fred and a bear named Tennessee, and they’re all playing with real ol’ country rhythm.
If you look to the bottom right of the stage, you’ll even see Zeb’s son, Oscar, holding a Big Al plush.
Trixie
One of the Country Bears’ most veteran performers is the one and only Trixie. After trying everything, she eventually found her niche for performing. Now fans can find her singing away with triplets Bunny, Bubbles and Beulah.
Bunny, Bubbles and Beulah
Originally known as The Sun Bonnets, these girls recently turned in their bonnets for Stetsons when they began singing with Trixie around the world, including a sold-out engagement at Royal Ursa Hall.
Teddi Barra
Not to be outdone by Trixie is The Jewel of the Dakotas, Teddi Barra. Her rise in show biz was meteoric after being discovered in an ice cream parlor.
Wendell
Wendell, on the other hand, was a frustrated basketball, baseball and football player until Henry invited him to try carrying a tune, and he’s been part of the Country Bears gang ever since. He’s thrilled to finally sing a love song with Teddi, much to the dismay of his old friend Henry.
Ernest the Dude
Ernest the Dude is one of the best-dressed bears guests will see at Grizzly Hall – he brings his entire wardrobe wherever he goes. For those counting, that’s 17 trunks filled with 30 coats, 40 slacks, 60 shirts, 20 hats and a pair and a half of underwear.
Terrence, aka Shaker
Ernest and Trixie aren’t the only actors in the bear band. Terrence, aka Shaker, was once a famous theater star until a fall from the balcony in “Romeo and Juliet” brought the house down – literally.
Ever since that fateful night, he turned in his tights for a guitar and created a signature dance move that he’s used ever since. Don’t worry about Terrence, though. Despite having a face only a Mama Bear could love – and being perpetually single – he’s ready to launch his film career.
Romeo McGrowl
Speaking of starting a new chapter, one bear is ready to enter his next era of singing rockabilly. Of course, we’re referring to none other than the Miami Serenader himself, Romeo McGrowl.
Gomer
Our resident piano player Gomer also knows a thing or two about rebrands. Having been classically trained since he was a cub, Gomer’s favorite composition before switching to country and western music was “Night on Bear Mountain.”
Big Al
And of course, what would the Country Bears be without Big Al? There’s music in this bear’s blood, and he’s been playing the guitar since he was a child.
He was even the resident bard and balladeer in the swamp before Disney World was built. Coming off his 25th Farewell Tour in cities like Paris (Texas), Hollywood (Florida) and London (Ohio), Big Al is a true legend.
The Country Bears are like one big, happy family, and we thank guests for bearing with us as they rehearse a brand-new show. As we like to say around Grizzly Hall, we hope that guests will be comin’ back again when the Country Bear Musical Jamboree opens July 17 at Magic Kingdom!
