Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows opened 10 years ago in 2015. Walt Disney World is marking the occasion with a new limited-release pin featuring Moana. Limited Release Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows 10th Anniversary Moana Pin – $19.99 The pin is available from Moana Mercantile in the Great Ceremonial House at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. … Read more
The newest Disney Vacation Club venue at Walt Disney World, Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, has been a main topic of conversation, and criticism, since its announcement and recent opening on December 17. But, now that it is open, is it worth staying there? Theming Many have criticized the tower, primarily the … Read more
Today marks the grand opening of the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and we were lucky enough to be staying in a 2-bedroom lock off villa with a theme park view. Let’s take a look around what is sure to be one of the most popular hotel rooms in all of the Walt … Read more
Today marks the grand opening of the new DVC Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows, and with it comes a small new merchandise collection commemorating the tower. DVC Island Tower Merchandise These items can be found in BouTiki at the Great Ceremonial House of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. T-Shirt – $34.99 This blue-gray … Read more
While the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows is about to celebrate its grand opening, the Great Ceremonial House at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is literally falling apart. A WDWNT employee witnessed a ceiling tile fall in the resort lobby, narrowly missing a guest. Polynesian Ceiling Tile Falls The tile was near the … Read more
Disney Vacation Club has introduced a new penthouse accommodation style with the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Penthouse Suite About There are two penthouse options, both of which are two-bedroom. One is the Preferred View which has views of the pool or fairway and starts at 86 points per night. The other … Read more
The newest Disney Vacation Club venue at Walt Disney World, Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, will open on December 17. Disney describes the Island Tower as “Brimming with themed spaces that bring the adventurous spirit of Polynesia to life” and says it “will immerse you in the captivating stories and unique cultures … Read more
The new Disney Vacation Club Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows is complete. We have a first look at the tower’s pool, “Moana” splash pad, and more exterior offerings. Island Tower Exterior The exterior of the building features a light cream and brown color scheme. There are tall sea turtle and manta ray … Read more
Disney Vacation Club’s new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows features the first-ever fitness center at the resort. Island Tower Fitness Center The fitness center is accessible via doors on the outside of the Island Tower. There is a wall of windows around the doors. Inside, next to the door, is a counter … Read more
The entrance sign for the new DVC Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has arrived. DVC Island Tower Entrance Sign Installed The new sign is located on the stone wall to the left of the resort’s entrance. The sign is blue and reads “Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort.” The address number to … Read more
Mele Kalikimaka from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! The Great Ceremonial House at the resort is now decorated for Christmas. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort Christmas Decorations The Great Ceremonial House is home to the resort’s lobby, Monorail station, and restaurants. The porte-cochère, which was newly constructed in 2021, is lined in green garlands for the holidays. … Read more
With just over a month until Disney Vacation Club’s Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows opens, crews are adding final details to the building. Island Tower Construction We previously shared that a turtle mural on the south end of the building was complete. There is still plywood around the balconies at this end. … Read more
The Madame Leota tiki mug just released at Disneyland Resort over the weekend is making its way to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Walt Disney World… today! Madame Leota Tiki Mug at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto According to the announcement post on Instagram, the mug will be available for purchase from Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto … Read more
Disney unveiled the Moana splash pad at Disney Vacation Club’s Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Moana Splash Pad Walt Disney Imagineering, Disney Vacation Club, and Disney Parks shared the video below of Construction Manager Anna showing off the new Moana splash pad. A life-size Moana sculpture is featured on her outrigger, which … Read more
Now that Hurricane Milton has come and gone, and the Walt Disney World theme parks have reopened, we stopped by Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort to check out the damage caused by the storm — specifically a peeled-back roof on one of the resort buildings. Hurricane Milton Damage at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort The Aotearoa building … Read more
Since our last update, the Disney Vacation Club Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has seen significant updates, including a new mural and a full swimming pool. DVC Island Tower at Polynesian Construction This morning, we checked out the ongoing construction at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. First, we got a look at the pathways … Read more