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as Luahoana, a rainbow around the sun or moon. “Te design embraces the cultural, and even the spiritual significance of rain- bows, by elegantly combining reflected light, brilliant colour and healing water features,” says Rodriguez Amasio. In keeping with the Hawaiian tradition
of being in harmony with the environment, many green technologies were used. Tese include recycling and waste generation: the construction team recycled more than half of the construction waste materials generated. A cool roof technology reflects the infra-
red light to reduce the roof temperature and keep buildings cool. Aulani also features organic green roofs above the fitness centre and kitchen. Wood was used from certified sources and heat pumps capture waste heat from air-conditioning chillers and repur- pose it for hot water throughout the resort. This, combined with other technologies, means that Aulani exceeds the mandatory energy performance standards. Celebrating Hawaiian culture, as well as
creating family experiences, are the two core aims of the 150-strong treatment spa menu. Terefore, it calls on the Hawaiian healing traditions, including lomi lomi massage,
THE REST OF THE RESORT
Beachside restaurant, ‘AMA’AMA, uses fresh local ingredients to create island flavours, while the buffet-style, Makahiki, is decorated with hand painted murals by local artists. There’s also a 7-acre (2.8-hectare) waterplay area, Waikolohe Valley with two tube slides, interactive water features and a climbing play structure. Rainbow Reef is a 3,800sq ft (353sq m) snorkel lagoon and there’s a
Signature treatments in the Kilikili rainwater suite take place under streaming jets of warm water
which is a signature treatment and incor- porates pressure point sticks and warm river stones. Another signature treatment, Kilikili (which means fine, light rain) takes place in the private rainwater suite, Lilinoe, and involves exfoliation and massage with coco- nut oil, under streaming jets of warm waters. Waiwai also takes place under warm misting rain and guests can create their own signa- ture exfoliation out of ingredients, such as mango, ginger and hibiscus. Te wellness area also includes a eucalyp-
tus-infused steamroom, a sauna, relaxation rooms and a 2,000sq ſt (185sq m) gym. Now the spa is open, Rodriguez Amasio
is looking forward to getting it running at full capacity and ensuring it plays its key role in the wider resort. “I truly have to say this has been an incredible journey as each mile- stone was reached. I’m so proud of all of it,” she says. “Now I’m going to enjoy directing a spectacular cast.” l
conservation pool where guests can stroke stingrays. Adults have their own quiet pool and for romantic trysts, there are sunset-facing whirlpool spas. Activities are available off-site through Adventures by Disney, which offer hikes in the surrounding mountains and tropical forests, sailing on catamarans, swimming with dolphins, horse riding in the nearby Kualoa valley, catamaran excursions with musical entertainment, a surf school and Hawaiian cooking classes.
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Disney Dream’s Senses Spa & Salon NEW SPA TO SET SAIL
Disney’s new cruise liner, the Disney Fantasy, will provide spa treatments for adults and teenag- ers when it starts sailing around the Caribbean in March 2012. The spa facility on the 4,000-capac- ity ship will be located over two decks. Senses Spa & Salon will be the ship’s main, adults-only spa which will boast 17 treatment rooms and two VIP spa villas. Facilities will include a beauty salon, barber shop and a teeth whitening Smile Spa. There will also be a pre- and post-treatment relaxation room and a rainforest- themed thermal suite comprising a hammam, caldarium and laconium. The ship’s Chill Spa is a separate space for teenagers located inside Senses Spa & Salon. Services de- signed for a younger audience will in- clude facials, massages and manicures. In January, the Disney Dream cruise liner launched with similar spa facili- ties, while spas also feature onboard the company’s other two liners Disney Magic and Disney Wonder. All Disney spas at sea are managed by The Onboard Spa company – the maritime division of Steiner Leisure. Three more Disney spas in Florida, as well as six massage and fitness cen- tres, are managed by Niki Bryan Spas.
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