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Review: Thanksgiving at Aulani’s Makahiki Buffet

I was fortunate to spend Thanksgiving day this year at Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa on Oahu with family and friends. Though we were staying on the other side of the island, we couldn’t resist the chance to make the drive to Ko Olina to check out Disney’s newest resort and enjoy a Hawaiian Thanksgiving sprinkled with Disney magic. First impression of Aulani: spectacular! The food, well, that’s another story…

Aulani offered a special Thanksgiving event with entertainment and character appearances ($85 per adult and $73 per child – ouch!). Our party, a mix of adults and kids, opted instead for the buffet dinner at Makahiki, which at $40 for adults and $20 per child is reasonably priced as Hawai’i resort dining goes, and we figured it would offer something to suit everyone’s taste.

I had high hopes for the Makahiki buffet, a spacious area with subtle and soothing tropical decor that opens to a sunny patio. But truth be told, the food was predictable, not much was memorable or worth seconds, (but luckily there was plenty to try!).

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Newsies On Broadway – Behind The Scenes at Thanksgiving Parade Performance

I don’t know about you, but I woke up early on Thanksgiving morning just to make sure I saw the Cast of Disney’s Newsies perform before the big Thanksgiving Day parade. Their segment featured the dance number “King of New York,” and it was only… Read More »Newsies On Broadway – Behind The Scenes at Thanksgiving Parade Performance

ABC Modern Family – ‘Punpkin Chunkin’ Preview

Are you watching America’s best family comedy, Modern Family? If not, why not start with tonight’s Thanksgiving themed episode –“Punkin Chunkin.” When an old neighborhood kid returns to town as a hugely successful internet billionaire, it gets Phil thinking of what could have been. Jay… Read More »ABC Modern Family – ‘Punpkin Chunkin’ Preview

Happy Thanksgiving from The Disney Blog

It’s Thanksgiving and at the Frost household it’s time for some turkey and all the fixin’s. In the spirit of the flavorful bird, I’m kicking off what might turn out to be an annual tradition here at The Disney Blog, the awarding of the Biggest… Read More »Happy Thanksgiving from The Disney Blog

Beyonce Thanksgiving Night Special to air on ABC

When you’ve recovered from your turkey coma and are wondering what to do the rest of the night after Uncle Jim hits the road, why not turn on ABC for a 90-minute special featuring world famous recording artist Beyonce. This is the 2nd year of a Beyonce Thanksgiving Special on ABC. Here’s a preview and more details are below the jump:

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Make it a Downtown Disney Thanksgiving

With Thanksgiving just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking turkey. I know I’ve been thinking about dining out this year instead of preparing a meal at home. I’m just too tired to cook after the craziness of this year. So it’s a good… Read More »Make it a Downtown Disney Thanksgiving

Helpful Thanksgiving Tips from Disney’s Experts

With the holiday season officially here, the helpful experts at Walt Disney World have put together a few instructional videos that will make your Thanksgiving celebration easier. First make your tables sparkle with clever themed floral decorations. The Disney Florists make it simple to do.… Read More »Helpful Thanksgiving Tips from Disney’s Experts