Walt Disney Imagineers have filed a permit for the demolition of the Spirit of Aloha building and nearby costuming building at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The Spirit of Aloha dinner show has permanently closed, and a new Disney Vacation Club wing will replace the demolished buildings. The permit is specifically for “utility isolation and demo.” … Read more
The arrival of Easter weekend is bursting with surprises. We spotted Mr. and Mrs. Easter Bunny at the Magic Kingdom, enjoyed a unique pineapple-filled carrot cupcake, and now, the delicious marshmallow soft serve has returned to Pineapple Lanai at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Easter Marshmallow Soft Serve – $4.99 Pink vanilla soft-serve with toasted marshmallow … Read more
With Walt Disney World currently celebrating its 50th anniversary, there’s been plenty of merchandise drawing on its past, and the latest addition features a familiar trio. Retro-style “The Most Magical Place on Earth” T-shirt — $36.99 This retro-inspired yellow t-shirt features Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Goofy riding in an antique automobile that looks like … Read more
As site prep is likely set to begin soon for the new Disney Vacation Club expansion to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, signage has gone up around the former site of the “Disney’s Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show” informing guests to not trespass or document the site. The area around the former dinner show’s entrance remains … Read more
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 Saturday, April 2, 2022. Walt Disney World EPCOT … Read more
New designs have been added to the columns of the porte-cochére at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, which opened last year as part of a major reimagining of the resort’s entrance. The porte-cochere is supported by eight brown columns. The new orange designs have been added to all eight columns. The designs run in rectangular strips … Read more
Disney Vacation Club has announced plans to develop new villas at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, scheduled to open in late 2024. This announcement comes after the news that Spirit of Aloha was permanently closed, likely to make room for the new wing. The design, as seen in the concept art below, is reminiscent of the … Read more
Cast Members of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort have been told that the Spirit of Aloha dinner show is closed permanently. Spirit of Aloha closed in March 2020 with the rest of Walt Disney World Resort due to COVID-19 and never reopened. It has been rumored since last year that the show would never return but … Read more
Join us for a room tour of a stunning Bora Bora Bungalow at the Disney Vacation Club at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World. Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows are part of the mid-century tropical resort, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary alongside Walt Disney World. The bungalows are available as part of … Read more
New pre-arrival exclusive MagicBands inspired by Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and Wilderness Lodge are now available. These MagicBands are only available to guests with upcoming Walt Disney World Resort hotel reservations or Annual Passholders who can order a new MagicBand. Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Pre-Arrival MagicBand – $25 The Wilderness Lodge MagicBand is red, with Mickey, Goofy, … Read more
Say “aloha” to a new sweatshirt, now available at BouTiki in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Unlike most recent new merchandise at the resort, it is not specific to the 50th anniversary. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Sweatshirt – $44.99 The sweatshirt is a light heather grey. The Polynesian Village Resort logo is embroidered on the left breast. … Read more
The fan-favorite ‘Ohana restaurant at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is known for its tasty menu items, including the infamous Signature ‘Ohana Bread with honey butter. But as of tonight, the restaurant has seemingly run out of its signature bread and has replaced it with King’s Hawaiian-esque rolls. Instead of the usual Signature ‘Ohana Bread, we … Read more
This is a pretty exciting weekend here as the Walt Disney World Marathon kicks off for the first time since January 2020. In celebration, the Blue Hawaiian Float has returned to Pineapple Lanai at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Blue Hawaiian Float – $13 This is an alcoholic treat. The previous version had lime Dole Whip … Read more
One of the unique features of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is its Polynesian-inspired art and design. Thankfully, a missing piece has been returned to its walls after a long absence. After having been removed in early August, this oar is again on display outside the entrance to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto. The handle features a … Read more
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 Saturday, January 1, 2022. Walt Disney World … Read more
It may be a little late for the holiday season, but you can get an early start for next Christmas with a new Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort ornament at BouTiki. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Ornament – $29.99 The ornament is in the shape of the new main entrance at the remodeled Great Ceremonial House. Inside, … Read more
