Hawaii: Travelocity offers $250 off Disney’s new Aulani resort on Oahu

The Magic Kingdom is about to expand its borders. Disney’s new Aulani resort and spa is set to open Monday in Ko Olina, a beach-side development about 17 miles from the Honolulu airport. This Disney venture will rely on Hawaii’s natural beauty and culture rather than an amusement park as its drawing card. Until mid-September, Travelocity is offering a $250 discount on a trip to the Aulani.

The deal: It’s not cheap to stay at this 21-acre resort with pools, a private snorkeling lagoon, an aquatic preserve, a hiking trail, character breakfasts and lots of other Disney touches. Checking rates online through the end of the year, the cheapest rooms start about $399 a night plus tax and fees. To get the $250 discount, you must book five nights or longer at the hotel or book a flight and hotel package. Use the promo code “MOUSE250” when making a Travelocity reservation.

When: You must make a reservation before Sept. 15 for travel through Dec. 31.

Tested: I went to Travelocity and found availability for a hotel stay Oct. 27-31 for $399 a night plus tax and fees. The room accommodates two adults and two children. Using the code, the discount appeared on the checkout page.

Contact: Travelocity, (888) 872-8356