The oceanfront Aulani, Disney Vacation Club Villas brings the Disney magic to Ko Olina, Hawaii. The resort is steeped in local legend and culture, ready to regale you with evening fireside storytelling and the luau-like Starlit Hui. Go for a swim with the kids in the family pool, or lounge poolside while the little ones enjoy the children’s pool. The adults-only pool is perfect for working on your backstroke. Relax in the lazy river or take advantage of the on-site manmade snorkeling lagoon. There's a full-service spa for adults, and another just for teens – the only one in Hawaii. Let the kids go wild in the game room or the fifty-two-hundred square-foot children’s club while you visit the state-of-the-art fitness center to get your cardio on. There are several on-site shops featuring apparel and accessories, snacks, and beach gear.

Deluxe studio condos sleep four guests. Prepare basic meals in the kitchenette, or dine at one of the on-site restaurants. There’s an up-scale restaurant and two casual restaurants as well as five on-site cafes and snack shops. One- to two-bedroom condos sleep five to nine guests and have full kitchens. Flat screen TVs with cable and DVD players keep the kids entertained if the weather isn’t cooperating plus one- and two-bedroom condos have in-suite washers and dryers, so there's no laundry catch-up when you get home. All condos are air-conditioned and individually decorated.

Aulani is part of the Ko’Olina Resort Community & Marina, giving you access to a championship golf course, shopping, dining and water sports galore. The Ko’Olina Golf Club is just across the street from the resort. The eighteen-hole, Ted Robinson-designed course has multi-tiered greens and water features and welcomes golfers from beginner to expert. Hit Makiki Joe's Beach Rentals to pick up free boogie boards, paddle boards, kayaks, snorkel gear and more for your time on the (also award-winning!) beach. Hop the shuttle to the Ala Moana Shopping Center and get ready for some serious retail therapy. Grab a smoothie at Jamba Juice or an Iced Blended at Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. Target has all of the last-minute essentials you may have forgotten to pack. The kids will love the Disney Store. Pick up a new phone case at the Apple Store or some shades at Sunglass Hut. Treat yourself to the latest book in your favorite series at Barnes & Noble. Department stores include Neiman Marcus, Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Bloomingdales. You’ll find apparel at Old Navy, American Eagle, or Express. Check out Dolce & Gabbana, Versace, Prada, or Chanel. Hungry? Dine at California Pizza Kitchen or Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. (a must for Forrest Gump fans!)