WDWNT Daily Recap (7/19/21): Moana Rooms Debut, Park Incident Report, Mayor Wants Masks, Hall of Presidents 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 Monday, July 19, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: “Heart of Polynesia” Secret Menu Drink From Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto has reopened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Along with the regular menu items, the signature watering hole also offers a secret menu. The Heart of Polynesia is the latest secret drink. Heart of Polynesia — $15 Coruba, Bacardi, Blue Curaçao, cream of banana, orange, and pineapple The Heart of Polynesia reminds … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Reopens Sans Shrunken Heads, But Still with Picture of Original Trader Sam

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Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto has finally reopened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Like the Jungle Cruise, Trader Sam’s has seen a few small cultural sensitivity changes. Shrunken zombie heads were removed from the decor. A photo remains of the Disneyland and Walt Disney World versions of Trader Sam, although the Sams have been removed from … Read more

BREAKING: Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace to Reopen TODAY at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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We’re reporting today from the newly reopened Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and we have great news to share! Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto will be opening to guests later today from 3 p.m. until midnight. A large banner featuring Uh-Oa declares, “Aloha, ahoy, aha! Welcome to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto!” Both indoor and outdoor (Tiki Terrace) … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/12/21): Man Arrested Sneaking Into Magic Kingdom, Very Merry Christmas Party Replaced, Orange County Mayor Recommends Masks Indoors, 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 Monday, July 12, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto “Headhunter Roll”, “Shrunken Zombie Head” Get New Names as Cultural Sensitivity Changes Continue

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Last month we saw the popular “Shrunken Zombie Head” drink get a new name at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar in Disneyland, and now the Walt Disney World iteration of Trader Sam’s seems to be following suit with two popular menu items. According to the menu on the Walt Disney World website, there are two … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (5/17/21): Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Sign Removed, Monorail Orange Returns, Disneyland Paris Reopening, Plexiglass Removed from Rise of the Resistance Preshows, 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 Monday, May 17, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Hours and Information Signage Removed from Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Disney has removed the signs next to the entrance of Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The Trader Sam’s logo remains, but the signs indicating operating hours and age restrictions have been removed. Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto is located in the back of the Great Ceremonial House, which is currently under refurbishment. … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (5/14/21): No Face Masks Outdoors Beginning Tomorrow at Disney World, Physical Distancing Requirement Reduced, Trader Sam’s Merch Pulled from Shelves for Destruction, Pricing for Disney Wish Sailings, 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 14, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Items Pulled From Stores “To Be Destroyed” As Cultural Sensitivity & Inclusion Changes Continue

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Another development in the ongoing cultural sensitivity changes at Jungle Cruise occurred this morning. Two t-shirts featuring a Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto logo, a popular tiki bar at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, were pulled from the shelves at BouTiki this morning. A men’s t-shirt, pictured on the left, featured the logo on the back. A … Read more

PHOTOS: New Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Camp Shirt Served Up at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Missing your favorite tropical libations from Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto? Bring a little of the island life into your wardrobe with this tiki-tastic new shirt. You can pick one up at BouTiki inside Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Trader Sam’s Camp Shirt – $74.99 This bowling-style shirt is a sandy beige featuring Trader Sam’s motifs in … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Trader Sam’s Purse Available at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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If you need one more accessory to complete your Trader Sam’s outfit, look no further than Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Plenty of Trader Sam’s merchandise has been debuting at the resort in the past few months, and the newest item is a unique woven purse. Trader Sam’s Woven Purse – $49.99 The handheld bag resembles a … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (12/23/20): Gideon’s Bakehouse Opens at Disney Springs, New X-Wing Pilot Helmet at Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, NBA Players Donate to Cast Member Food Pantry, 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, December 23, 2020. Walt Disney World … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW Trader Sam’s Tiki Mug and Nautilus Bowl Set Now Available at Walt Disney World

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Fans of Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto can now dine Polynesian style at home. A new Trader Sam’s mug and bowl set are available at Walt Disney World. The set is currently available from BouTiki at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Trader Sam’s Mug and Bowl Set – $49.99 The two-piece set includes a mug and a … Read more

PHOTOS: NEW First Edition “Citrus Surfer” Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Tiki Mug & Cocktail Cruise Into Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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The latest Trader Sam’s tiki mug and cocktail have cruised into Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort… in a different location than usual. The Citrus Surfer, which would normally be at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, has instead washed up at Tambu Lounge for a limited time. This radical libation is made with Pyrat XO Reserve Rum, Appleton … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (12/5/20): All Downtown Disney Restaurants to Close Under New Stay-at-Home Order, New Look Coming for Clown Water Slide at Disney’s BoardWalk, “Dreamer’s Point” Walt Disney Statue Coming to 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 Saturday, December 5, 2020. Walt Disney World … Read more