Aunty's re-Opening May 25th

[EveV]

Aunties is reopening Wed, May 25th! My 11 year old is so excited. Hopefully, they have some of the fun activities she used to have as well. She always enjoyed meeting new kids and then playing around the resort with them.

 

[Willow1213]

I ran straight to the boards when I saw it on Twitter! Yay Aunty's

 

[Kmk2]

Just saw on Instagram. Very happy to hear. It was one of the things that made Aulani truly special.

 

[EveV]

Agreed! It's nice for kids to have their own space when they want it and to connect with other kids. Loved the programs and hearing the stories from my daughter of the way the cast engages the children, providing unique perspectives and experiences. She is thrilled!

 

[HappiestDaveOnEarth]

This is the BEST news!

 

[CaptainAmerica]

@scoobdoo we back baby.

 

[mort1331]

So 1st timer here,,,I see upthread about 11yr which is great as I have one,,,but I also have a 15yr,,,is that too old,,aged out? Or is there a hang out for teens?
Thanks

 

[EveV]

So 1st timer here,,,I see upthread about 11yr which is great as I have one,,,but I also have a 15yr,,,is that too old,,aged out? Or is there a hang out for teens?
Thanks

For 15 year olds, I believe Aulani used to have separate events and meet-ups for teens. Not sure if they do now. I know that teens can access the Spa and Gym with their parent. Also, there is Painted Sky Teen Spa. I'd definitely ask if they can access the beach activities and paddle boards, snorkel, etc. without parents. I'll keep an eye out while I'm there-- I feel like that is a bit of a tough age to find activities for-- in between, right?

 

[mort1331]

For 15 year olds, I believe Aulani used to have separate events and meet-ups for teens. Not sure if they do now. I know that teens can access the Spa and Gym with their parent. Also, there is Painted Sky Teen Spa. I'd definitely ask if they can access the beach activities and paddle boards, snorkel, etc. without parents. I'll keep an eye out while I'm there-- I feel like that is a bit of a tough age to find activities for-- in between, right?

|Very tough,,,lol,,,,along with the attitude change hourly...lol

 

[DisneyDad0315]

This is from Disney Blog: Parents can reserve a playtime in Aunty’s Beach House between the hours of 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily for secured children’s programming. During these hours, parents may select 1.5 hours of playtime for complimentary themed activities on “Uncle’s Side” of the house or 2 hours on “Aunty’s Side” of the house for premium activities. And now, the whole family can get in on the fun with “after hours” activities from 4-9 p.m. when Aunty’s Beach House turns into an evening entertainment venue

Since it’s only open 6 hours for kids only, I wonder if reservations will fill up fast.

 

[CaptainAmerica]

This is from Disney Blog: Parents can reserve a playtime in Aunty’s Beach House between the hours of 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. daily for secured children’s programming. During these hours, parents may select 1.5 hours of playtime for complimentary themed activities on “Uncle’s Side” of the house or 2 hours on “Aunty’s Side” of the house for premium activities. And now, the whole family can get in on the fun with “after hours” activities from 4-9 p.m. when Aunty’s Beach House turns into an evening entertainment venue

Since it’s only open 6 hours for kids only, I wonder if reservations will fill up fast.

This feels like a "phase in" thing like the did on Cruise Line. Hopefully these changes aren't permanent because they kind of stink.

 

[disneyshus]

This is so exciting! We will be there in Mid-June for our first time with our 7 and 9 year old girls. Thanks for sharing!

 

[DisneyDad0315]

How was it before? I’ve been to Aulani many times, but my kid just went for a bit, maybe 20 minutes.

This feels like a "phase in" thing like the did on Cruise Line. Hopefully these changes aren't permanent because they kind of stink.

 

[aiellestad]

Anyone else really disappointed about the reopening the way they are doing it? Max 2 hours? My boys used to spend day after day there. This really limits what they can experience. I wish they would bring it fully back as it was before

 

[AmishGuy91]

Anyone else really disappointed about the reopening the way they are doing it? Max 2 hours? My boys used to spend day after day there. This really limits what they can experience. I wish they would bring it fully back as it was before

More irritated they appear to require masks even for vaccinated. Are masks required anywhere else with Disney now?

 

[aiellestad]

My boys don’t care about that. We’ve worn them forever and just don’t make a big deal about it. More concerned about them being walked out after 2 hours…

 

[CaptainAmerica]

More irritated they appear to require masks even for vaccinated. Are masks required anywhere else with Disney now?

I have to imagine this is either a Hawaii thing or maybe a union thing? I can't think of any logic behind requiring masks at Auntie's but not on the cruise ships if it were entirely up to Disney.

 

[DisneyMountainWoman]

Here is the important question. Reservation are made 2 weeks in advance, 2 weeks at the start of the trip or do I call in everyday.

 

[DisneyMountainWoman]

Duplicate

 

[DreamIsaWish]

What kinds of activities do they actually have for the complimentary part? I'm wondering if a 12-year-old would actually enjoy it or if it really skews much younger. Is it highly organized or very free form?

Or, if it's not great for a 12-year-old, can we let her go around the resort with her high school senior brother? I know I can let them run around Disneyland without us, and I have a feeling we'll all need some time away from each other by this time in the trip.