As we informed you would happen a few weeks ago, Tambu Lounge has finally closed for its overhaul at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. To make up for this tremendous (temporary) loss, two temporary bars have been erected. One is near the monorail platform, the other by the check-in podium at Ohana. Both are offering different … Read more
Kona Cafe is a table service restaurant at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The restaurant is located on the 2nd floor near the monorail platform in the gigantic open-air lobby. Kona Cafe is known for their fantastic breakfast (Tonga Toast, anyone?) and their great sushi and sushi bar located just off the restaurant. We stopped in … Read more
Tambu Lounge is the bar outside of ‘Ohana. It is located on the 2nd floor of the Grand Ceremonial House at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. This famous lounge features unique far-east-inspired libations, including the Lapu Lapu drink served in a hollowed-out pineapple. Tambu Lounge Tambu Lounge has long been a mainstay of the resort. The … Read more
In continuing the trend of Millennial Pink treats, a new cupcake has made its way to Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and of course, WDWNT is the first in line to get one so we can bring you our review! This vanilla cupcake has a refreshing guava filling that hits the spot, and … Read more
Late last month, Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel released an exclusive holiday-themed mug. Since then, many have been wondering when Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort would get holiday mugs. Well, now we know the reason for the delay… Pirates hijacked our mug delivery, so Trader Sam had … Read more
Yesterday we shared with you a rumor that Disney-owned restaurants might be available for reservations on OpenTable. Well, today a number of different Disney-owned restaurants at Walt Disney World are now on OpenTable. It should be noted that OpenTable does not require a credit card guarantee, so this is a big change from the current Disney … Read more
Mickey Mouse turns 89 years old on Saturday and Disney is celebrating with tons of treats that can be found throughout Walt Disney World from November 17-19. From the Parks Blog: Disney’s Hollywood Studios Found at Trolley Car Café: Mickey’s Birthday Cupcake – Cookies and cream-flavored cupcake with cookies and cream frosting Magic Kingdom Park … Read more
The 2017 version of the Hitchhiking Ghost mug created last year for Trader Sam’s was released today at Walt Disney World. It has red accents instead of blue. The bottom does not say second edition like other updated mugs from Trader Sam’s. The mug is available in limited quantities daily, so arrive a good amount … Read more
Our latest photo report brings us to the Magic Kingdom, but not before a quick stop at the Polynesian. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Ads for Copper creek are now being handed out since the location is on sale. A bamboo barrier was erected at Tambu Lounge to separate it from the waiting area. This was … Read more
While many of us love Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, but it would be hard to deny that the food menu at the Florida location has just never quite lived up to the delicious meals offered at the California counterpart. Well, the “east coast family tree” has introduced 3 new items … Read more
Captain Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort recently underwent some menu changes, so we decided to head on over last night and check it out for ourselves. New Menu at Captain Cook’s New, but not in this review is the seared chicken breast. Fish Tacos ($9.29) Before you even say anything, yes, we should … Read more
Starting this week, guests will find a new frozen treat at Pineapple Lanai at Disney’s Polynesian Resort joining the infamous Dole Whip, shaved ice. The new treat costs $4.00, but is a rather good sized serving. Strawberry, blue raspberry, pina colada, mango and passion fruit flavors are available. A condensed milk snowcap is added to give … Read more
For the very first time, the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival experience is expanding to some of the Walt Disney World Resort. Here are the new add-on experiences for 2016: “Brunch with a Twist at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa” — a sumptuous 5-star, 5-course meal prepared by the resort’s award-winning chefs “The … Read more
The new quiet pool at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort opened recently, and with it came a new pool bar: The Oasis. In addition to a bar area, the Oasis also has a food service window to offer guests a counter service option as well. The food menu is the same at both, but alcoholic and … Read more