Thinking about staying at Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa? In this episode of Chaos and Carry Ons, Shelby and Stephanie break down the REAL cost of a Hawaii vacation at Disney’s famous resort on Oahu.

From hotel pricing and flights to food, character breakfasts, luaus, rental cars, excursions, and Disney snacks, we’re sharing what a realistic week-long Aulani vacation could cost for a family of four in 2026.

We also talk about our real-life May 2023 Hawaii trip experience, favorite excursions around Oahu, and whether Aulani is actually worth the price tag. Plus, we share tips for saving money with DVC rentals, booking strategies, and what activities we personally loved most during our trip. If you want to listen to our previous Aulani episodes, listen to them here:

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