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Hawai‘i to Raise Transient Tax: What Disney Aulani Visitors Need to Know

The State of Hawai‘i charges a Transient Accommodations Tax (TAT) for hotels, short-term vacation rentals, and timeshares. The current State of Hawai‘i TAT of 10.25% will increase to 11% beginning January 1, 2026. The 3% City & County of Honolulu TAT and 4.712% Hawaii General Excise Tax remain unchanged at this time. Please keep the Hawai‘i to Raise Transient Tax: What Disney Aulani Visitors Need to Know

Tsunami Warning in Effect for Disney’s Aulani in Ko’Olina, Hawai’i

Following a massive 8.7-magnitude earthquake off the east coast of Kamchatka, Russia, on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, tsunami warnings are now being issued. The National Weather Service says that “a tsunami has been generated that could cause damage along coastlines of all islands in the state of Hawai’i. A tsunami warning remains in effect for Tsunami Warning in Effect for Disney’s Aulani in Ko’Olina, Hawai’i

Disney World Reverts Back to Previous Park Reservation Policy for Magic Kingdom

The special theme park reservation requirements for Walt Disney World Annual Passholders visiting Magic Kingdom, which were implemented as a limited-time measure due to anticipated demand from the launch of Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, have officially ended as of today. Beginning Monday, July 28, 2025, park pass reservation requirements revert back to the Disney World Reverts Back to Previous Park Reservation Policy for Magic Kingdom

Disneyland Shares New Food, Novelties, & More for Plaza de la Familia

Plaza de la Familia is returning to Disney California Adventure park at the Disneyland Resort from August 22 through November 2, 2025. The seasonal offering brings the heart and color of Día de Muertos to life in a loving tribute to Pixar’s Coco, and is centered in Paradise Gardens. Today, we’re giving you our first look at what’s cooking Disneyland Shares New Food, Novelties, & More for Plaza de la Familia