Lava Shack Archives

TRIP REPORT: Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa (Part 5 – Shopping at Hale Manu, Laniwai, and Lava Shack)

March 18, 2018

The storefront of The Lava Shack at the Aulani

While on our shopping safari at Disney’s Aulani, we previously looked at Kālepa’s Store. Now we take a gander at the remaining three shops: Hale Manu, Laniwai, and The Lava Shack. Hang on tight, because this is going to be a whirlwind tour! Hale Manu The name “Hale Manu” means “House of Birds” (shoutout to … Read more

TRIP REPORT: Aulani, A Disney Resort and Spa (Part 2 – All About Menehune)

February 24, 2018

This Menehune is found near a wall along a garden path at the Aulani

Welcome back to my coverage of the Aulani, Disney’s resort nestled in Ko Olina on the island of Oahu, Hawaii! I would be remiss if I didn’t spend some time discussing Menehune, the little mythological creatures that originate from Hawaiian lore. The magic of the Menehune is alive and well at the Aulani. Menehune Adventure … Read more