This weekend's Honolulu Advertiser takes a look at progress on the new Disney Vacation Club resort under construction on the island of O'ahu.
The article provides an interesting overview of Disney's prior missteps in blending its product with different cultures, and the ways in which they now go to greater lengths to provide an environment both appealing and respectful to local citizens.
The $800 million dollar Ko Olina project is scheduled to begin opening in the fall of 2011. Disney's 21 acres will eventually be home to 350 hotel rooms, 480 DVC villas and employ a workforce of about 1000 Hawai'i residents.
Article: Disney ready to work its magic at Ko Olina
