Closing Date and Farewell Event Announced for Space Mountain at Tokyo Disneyland, Krakatoa Punch and Uh-Oa Tiki Mugs Discontinued at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, & More: Daily Recap (12/11/23)

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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 Monday, December 11, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

REVIEW: We’d Make a Deal with the Sea Witch for The ‘Sign the Scroll’ Cocktail & Ursula Tiki Mug at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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With the release of the new blue Ursula Tiki Mugc at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Walt Disney World Resort comes a refreshing pomegranate and rum cocktail, dubbed Sign the Scroll. We gave the Ursula-inspired drink a try, so keep reading for our review. The Sign the Scroll comes with the purchase of the blue … Read more

PHOTOS: Blue Ursula Tiki Mug Debuts at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Walt Disney World Resort

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You won’t be a poor unfortunate soul if you can get your hands on this new blue Ursula Tiki Mug, available for a limited time at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Blue Ursula Tiki Mug – $75 The blue Ursula tiki mug is meant to look like the sea witch’s cauldron … Read more

BREAKING: Krakatoa Punch and Uh-Oa Tiki Mugs Discontinued at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Walt Disney World Resort

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Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has discontinued the Krakatoa Punch and Uh-Oa tiki mugs. Tiki Mugs Discontinued at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto We confirmed with Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Bar Cast Members that the drinks’ respective tiki mugs have been discontinued. Both cocktails are still available along with their … Read more

Blue Ursula Tiki Mug Now Available From Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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A blue version of the Ursula tiki mug first released at Disneyland Resort is now available for a limited time at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Blue Ursula Tiki Mug The original Disneyland Resort version of the mug was purple and had a shiny finish. This version is teal blue with … Read more

The Complete History of Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room

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An antique mechanical, singing, toy bird was purchased by Walt Disney while he was in New Orleans, Louisiana. He gave the bird to his Imagineers and encouraged them to improve upon the device that animated the bird. From there, Lee Adams, an electrician at the Burbank studio, along with Roger Broggie and Wathel Rogers, were … Read more

REVIEW: Enchanted Tiki Room Trader Sam’s Mug Featuring José & New Accompanying Drinks at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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José, one of the four masters of ceremonies at Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, has now been memorialized in the form of a tiki mug at Trader Sam’s! The José mug is sold with one of two beverages – an alcoholic and a non-alcoholic choice, so we headed down to try them both and pick … Read more

REVIEW: Monstro Tiki Mug Debuts at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort With New Whale of a Tale Drink

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After weeks of waiting, the Monstro tiki mug has finally arrived at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The mug previously debuted at the Disneyland Resort in late August. Today’s release coincides with Disney+ Day and the premiere of the remake of “Pinocchio.” The mug comes with an alcoholic … Read more

Monstro Tiki Mug Available Today at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Just in time for the release of the “Pinocchio” remake on Disney+ Day, the Monstro tiki mug has crashed onto the shores of Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! The mug has the same sculpt as the one released at Disneyland, but this one sports a tan color scheme, … Read more

Monstro Tiki Mug Coming to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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The Monstro tiki mug is swimming its way east to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The Monstro tiki mug debuted at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel last month. News of its eventual arrival came from @EnchantedTikiBar on Instagram, though they didn’t disclose any information about just when … Read more

PHOTOS: Decorative Oar Returns Outside Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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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

Trader Sam’s Nutcracker Tiki Mug Returning December 2 to Walt Disney World

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The Jingle Cruise-inspired nutcracker tiki mug originally released in 2019 will be available once again on December 2, 2021. The mug will be available at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort starting at 3:00 p.m. that day. It will be available with the Mele Kaliki Mai Tai and will … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (10/13/21): Imagineer Leaves Over Lake Nona Move, Non-Inclusive Kitchen Equipment, TRON Lightcycle Run Ride Vehicles Arrive, Free Genie+ For Some D23 Gold Members, 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 Wednesday, October 13, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: ‘Congo Queen’ Jungle Cruise Tiki Mug Floats Into Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, Missing Cargo Cocktail Should Have Stayed Lost

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As reported yesterday, the Congo Queen-shaped Jungle Cruise tiki mug is now available at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Congo Queen Tiki Mug With Missing Cargo Cocktail – $48 This mug was first released this summer at Disneyland. Tiki characters and animals line the outside of the mug. One of the … Read more

‘Congo Queen’ Jungle Cruise Tiki Mug Sails Into Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Tomorrow

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A new Jungle Cruise Tiki mug shaped like the Congo Queen boat sails into Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto tomorrow, October 13. The new mug debuted at Disneyland earlier this year and is now arriving at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Wristbands for the opportunity to purchase up to two mugs per person will be distributed before … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/20/21): Disney Lake Nona Campus Worsens Orlando Housing Market, “S.E.A.” Reference Removed From Jungle Cruise Queue, EPCOT Monorail Down, Space Ranger Spin Refurbishment, 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, July 20, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more