I was so excited to see this thread pop up in my subscriptions list again! I'm not sure if you still check it, but I want to thank you for the incredible details you included, many of which we incorporated into our own trip to Aulani last month, which I've started reporting here: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3068356
I had to give you a shoutout because I think your report is a must-read for those planning a trip.
My DD and I are going to Aulani at the end of August and I am reading EVERYTHING about it and your report is fantastic! I am so excited and have already started purchasing things to bring on the trip. I will definitely stay away from the inlets!!!
I loved reading your trip report -- I actually took notes! I had two questions and see you've answered one, about how long to spend at Pearl Harbor. Unlike you, I'll want to check out the USS Bowfin.
My other question, I'm curious about the famous red hat. Do you have a link to similar hats or a brand name.