REVIEW: Holiday Elf Dome Returns to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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The slightly terrifying Holiday Elf Dome cake has made its return to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort this year. Holiday Elf Dome Cake — $5.99 Vanilla dome cake with egg nog spices and white chocolate ganache The cake is a small dome shape sitting flat on a disc and built to look like a little tiny … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (9/12/21): Buffet Dining Returns to Crystal Palace, Former Disney World President Receives Main Street Window, Shanghai Disney Resort Temporarily Closes Due to Typhoon, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, September 12, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/1/21): Fireworks Return to Walt Disney World, Steakhouse 55 Permanently Closed at The Disneyland Hotel, New Pixar’s “Coco” Scene Coming to Mickey’s PhilharMagic, Space 220 Restaurant Rumored to Open October 1 at EPCOT, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, July 1, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (6/24/21): “The Incredibles” Rooms at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Revealed, Spaceship Earth Refurbishment May Still Happen Soon, Some FastPass+ Kiosks Uncovered, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Thursday, June 24, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Magic Kingdom & Disney Springs 6/18/21 (Cast Members Allowed To Work Without Masks Outside, New “Luca” Merchandise, Two New Desserts At Amorette’s Patisserie, and More)

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Hello from an overcast but beautiful day at the Magic Kingdom! While it was muggy and hot, we at least had dry weather to check out all the new things at the park today. Let’s get started! On our way in through the Transportation and Ticket Center, we found a new A-frame sign at the … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (6/18/21): runDisney Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Returning in 2022, Scentsy Teams Up With Disney, Single Rider Lines Returning, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, June 18, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (5/28/21): Commercial Debuts for 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World, Orange County Florida Plan May Allow Disney World to Remove Masks, Reservations Delayed for Mears Replacement of Magical Express, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, May 28, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: Adorable Easter Bunny Dome Cake Arrives at Captain Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Between the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort and the Easter holiday coming up, there is plenty to celebrate at Walt Disney World. Last month we had a taste of the Easter offerings at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa and Disney’s Beach Club Resort. Today we swung by Captain Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian … Read more

PHOTOS: Moana Themed Cast Member Costumes Debut at Captain Cook’s in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Capt. Cook’s Cast Members at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort are wearing brand new aprons. These Moana inspired aprons go along with the new IP-laden updates coming to the resort. Disney’s Polynesian Resort Village Resort has been under construction for an extensive refurbishment this year. With the addition of Moana themed rooms, there’s no surprise that … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (11/03/20): Disney Dining Reservation Snafu Causes Confusion, Mysterious Platforms Appear In Front of Cinderella Castle, Permits Filed for Project Gamma at EPCOT, Red Car Trolley Back at Disney California Adventure in Prep for Reopening, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, November 3, 2020. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: Adorable New ‘Olu Mel Cupcake Arrives at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort for a Limited Time Only

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Duffy the Disney Bear’s newest friend ‘Olu Mel is taking over Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort with new merchandise and treats. We had to get the new ‘Olu Mel Cupcake, so keep reading for photos and our review. This cupcake has a wonderful presentation. The chocolate seashell and hidden Mickeys were nice touches that made for … Read more

RECIPE: Taste the Island Life with Thai Coconut Meatballs from Captain Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is home to the best Counter Service on Walt Disney World Resort property. There, I said it. And you would be hard pressed to find a more delicious option than that of their house-made all-beef chili-garlic meatballs cooked in coconut cream… better known as the Thai Coconut Meatballs from Captain Cook’s. … Read more

RECIPE: Start Your Day Off in Paradise with Our Tonga Toast Copycat Recipe from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort 

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Oh, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort… is there anywhere more serenely charismatic in all of Walt Disney World? It’s hard not to be amorous about a resort that beckons you to cast away your cares and surrender to the charms of life in the South Pacific. Yet, believe it or not, there are fans who have … Read more

PHOTOS: Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Brings Christmas to the Islands for the 2019 Holiday Season

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Aloha! This morning, we stopped by the Polynesian Village Resort to check out their Christmas decorations. Walking up to the resort, the valet and guest drop-off area is all decked out with Christmas wreaths and garland. Once you walk towards the entrance of the lobby, large garland hangs over the walkway from wooden oars. Inside, … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Polynesian Resort Debuts New Beach Chairs and Hammocks, Parking Lot Resurface Updates, and More

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Today, we decided to visit Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. There have been several notable changes to the resort recently both inside and out. Lets take a look. Parking Lot Resurfacing Once you arrive at the resort, you can see the result of some of the resurfacing projects in the parking lot. This has been done … Read more

Mobile Ordering Comes to Artist’s Palette and Captain Cook’s at Walt Disney World

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It’s now even easier to get your Tonga Toast or Saratoga Salad fix. Mobile Ordering has rolled out to The Artist’s Palette at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa and Capt. Cook’s at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Guests can now skip the line and order their meals at these quick-service locations through the My Disney … Read more