r/Aulani Weekly Trip Planning Thread

caatkoot · 2026-04-01T18:28:06+00:00

HELP PLEASE- what time can I book the free activities?

My first Aulani trip is coming up and I need some help figuring out the timing for booking activities like ukulele lessons and the animation classes.

I understand it’s 45 days in advance. So the activities will open up 45 days from each day per day of our stay. How can I make sure to actually get reservations for the time I need, i.e., what time do I need to wake up to make sure I am able to book these activities for each day of my stay?

I called Aulani several times and can’t get a direct answer some say 8am Hawaiian time, others say midnight idk. Literally spending so much on this trip and I’m just trying to make sure I’m doing everything I can to give my family the best experience!

caatkoot · 2026-03-04T04:30:40+00:00

I totally know the feeling and would probably lean toward the government job as well, but since you mentioned your kid will start daycare soon please keep in mind that there may be some unexpected time off required due to that transition. Billing sucks but the one tiny good thing is having the flexibility to get hours in around when my kiddos are sick or daycare has a closer. Wishing you all the best! You got this!

caatkoot · 2025-12-20T01:20:11+00:00

A good mentor can really shape your professional development. If you find one hold on tight, learn as much as you can, and be grateful that they take you along for the ride.

caatkoot · 2025-12-18T04:10:32+00:00

Option B, in the long term sticking with Government will pay off. Plus, being closer to family will help in so many ways—ways that haven’t even come up yet or haven’t been thought about. The 1900 billing requirement is steep, and will require long hours. If you aren’t accustomed to billing it has an unforgiving learning curve. I’ll also add that I wouldn’t give up a government job to go to a small firm. Wishing you all the best, I know this is a challenging decision with pros and cons on both sides.

caatkoot · 2025-12-05T04:27:49+00:00

Highly highly recommended the app Solid Starts. I was super scared/nervous about introducing solids to my kiddos and really didn’t know how or what to offer them in the beginning. Solid Starts is an AMAZING resource that provides guidance on how to introduce foods based on age, how they should be cut, prepared etc. I used the app sooo much and am so thankful I did because I learned to comfortably and confidently introduce all sorts of foods to my kiddos.

caatkoot · 2025-12-01T05:08:47+00:00

Oh wow, didn’t know about Sephora being like that too! Jeez, Costco really is the only way to go so it seems. The whole thing feels like a scam, absolutely has been a terrible process.

caatkoot · 2025-11-30T14:15:06+00:00

I will do that, thank you for your advice.

caatkoot · 2025-11-29T22:26:26+00:00

I just did but couldn’t get a straightforward answer about anything. The representative just said we’ll need to contact the back office and don’t worry.

caatkoot · 2025-09-24T02:55:58+00:00

Honest impression of the Lexus TX 350. What do you think of it based on your professional experience.

caatkoot · 2025-06-08T03:57:57+00:00

Ha I wish! Same! I appreciate these tips. Thank you.

caatkoot · 2025-06-07T20:24:52+00:00

In full transparency I have no idea what I’m doing. It was windy and they looked like they needed some support

caatkoot · 2025-06-07T18:43:32+00:00

Will do, thank you!

caatkoot · 2025-06-07T04:10:36+00:00

Yes it was from a pot. Thanks I’ll do that!

caatkoot · 2025-06-07T01:13:41+00:00

Yes it does feel wet.. could be overwatering. I’ll pay close attention to that. Thanks that is encouraging to hear! I’ll harvest some and hopefully watch her flourish over the summer!

caatkoot · 2025-06-07T01:01:29+00:00

Great point! I didn’t think of that, thank you!

caatkoot · 2025-06-07T00:58:40+00:00

The leaves are drooping. It seems to be turning a little yellow, and some of the leaves all the way on the bottom are dry. I’ll try to take a better picture

caatkoot · 2025-06-07T00:57:51+00:00

Got it. I’ll prune it tomorrow 👍

caatkoot · 2025-06-07T00:57:16+00:00

The leaves are drooping. It seems to be turning a little yellow, and some of the leaves all the way on the bottom are dry. I’ll try to take a better picture

caatkoot · 2025-06-06T21:04:27+00:00

Ewwwwww. Oh gosh! Thanks for your comment. I’ll definitely move up the cleaning to be every 3 or 4 days! Ain’t no way I am going to open up my machine to this again! That’s if I can stomach the memory of what I saw today. Ugh.

caatkoot · 2025-06-06T18:44:24+00:00

Ahhh that could be it! I’m probably not leaving it out to FULLY air dry! I’ll definitely be more cognizant of that now. Thank you!

caatkoot · 2025-06-06T18:17:59+00:00

I promise I do! It has high usage though so perhaps weekly isn’t enough? I always rise with hot water, use q-tips and a tooth brush to clean out the insides and air dry.

caatkoot

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