The new guard shack at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has more paneling since our last update. Located off Floridian Way, the new building is part of a reconfiguring project of the resort’s roadway entrance. New Polynesian Village Resort Guard Shack The shack now has panels on the wall below its front gable roof. Rather than … Read more
Wailulu Bar & Grill at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort will offer reservations for the first time. This casual dining restaurant is located at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows and offers views of the Seven Seas Lagoon. Wailulu Bar & Grill Offering Reservations Online reservations will open on December 3, 2025, with the earliest available reservation … Read more
The new guard house of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World is now covered in themed exterior paneling. New Polynesian Guard House The guard house is on Floridian Way, which will be the new roadway entrance to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Last time we reported on the building, crews were installing sheathing. It … Read more
A green version of the Evil Queen & The Witch tiki mug first released at Disneyland Resort is now at Walt Disney World. Green Evil Queen & The Witch Tiki Mug with Apple in the Brew Cocktail – $75 The mug was designed by Florian Bertmer. A gray version was first released at Disneyland Resort … Read more
There is construction underway outside the Great Ceremonial House and on the roof of the Tuvalu building at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Great Ceremonial House Construction The glass doors of the Great Ceremonial House near Pineapple Lanai are currently closed for construction. The quick-service location and other areas are still accessible through other doors. Outside, … Read more
Disney wins big with 7-figure movie rights to Impossible Creatures, cold brew options are expanding and new Disney Cruise Line sailings are available to book— all this and more in today’s daily recap for October 7, 2025. Walt Disney World Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney Springs Walt Disney World Resort Hotels New Merchandise … Read more
Crews have laid asphalt or concrete on the new roadway entrance to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. New Roadway Entrance The roadway was paved a couple of weeks ago, creating a clear view of how it will lead up to the Great Ceremonial House. This new roadway entrance is off Floridian Way. The current Seven Seas … Read more
The Muppet Show is coming back, we say goodbye to Gino the gorilla, a guest gets arrested at Magic Kingdom, and Disneyland settles a $233 million wage theft lawsuit — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney Springs Walt Disney … Read more
New signs were installed in the check-in area of the Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort lobby, and half of the lobby’s seating is currently closed. New Polynesian Resort Check-In Signs The new signs hang above each checkout counter and feature the resort’s mascot, Maui, as well as some tropical flowers. The signs previously read “Aloha” or … Read more
Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto finally gets to celebrate Disney Pins 25th anniversary with its own limited-release pin design! Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Pin – $19.99 The circular pin features the Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto logo in the center against a leaf green background, surrounded by different tiki-themed elements: a blue rum barrel, a HippopotoMai-Tai mug, … Read more
Crews are constructing a new guard shack for Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort as part of a reconfiguration of the resort’s entrance. New Polynesian Resort Guard Shack In our last construction update, we saw the beginnings of this guard shack. More steel has been added to the framework since, creating the beginnings of walls. Multiple crew … Read more
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has a new Minnie ear headband and a new mug featuring Minnie. Polynesian Village Resort Ear Headband – $34.99 The ears have a printed design resembling woven straw, with straw-like fringe around the edges. They have appliqués of tropical flowers. The exterior of the headband is covered in a textured woven … Read more
Disney has made changes to the classic Tonga Toast from Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Tonga Toast Changes WDWNT visited Kona Cafe to try the new version of Tonga Toast, as well as the updated plant-based version. According to our server, the changes were implemented last week. They did not change any of … Read more
Crews are still clearing land for work on the new entrance to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Disney’s Polynesian Resort Entrance Construction It was announced earlier this year that Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort would be getting a new roadway entrance. As per the official announcement, From May 2025 through 2026, some areas of Disney’s Polynesian Village … Read more
During your next trip to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, stop in BouTiki to get new Trader Sam’s merchandise. Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Merchandise The new merchandise and apparel collection includes a button-up shirt, sweatshirt, t-shirt, coasters, and bottle opener. Short-Sleeved Button-Up – $64.99 The button-up has a notched collar and … Read more
Two new Walt Disney World Lug bags are inspired by Disney’s Contemporary Resort and Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Contemporary Monorail Lug Bag – $75 This is a white bag shaped like the front of a Monorail with a rounded nose. The blue windows and red stripe are embroidered on one side. It has two pockets … Read more
