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3dogmom · 11-07-2009, 10:16 AM

sersee05, wish I had known you were there! We could have said "hi"...

Not only my 1st time at the Poly, but first time at a Monorail resort. It was fantastic. We were on the 1st floor of Rapa Nui. We loved the location. Very short walk to the Ceremonial House, and short walk to TTC. Excellent!

I took my DIL and GD, and we all loved it there. The grounds are beautiful, the room and bathroom very spacious.

We had dinner at Kona Cafe twice...oh my...the ginger crusted prime rib is awesome!!! As was all of the food there. Also ate breakfast there 2 times...very good.

I have to say I was a bit disappointed with the offerings at Capt. Cooks. I really expected more of a "dinner menu". To me it seems as if the moderate resorts have more offerings, such as pasta, etc.

The entire staff was friendly and helpful.

Would I stay there again? In a heartbeat!!!

Loved the F&W Festival (my first time), Tokyo Dining...so fresh and yummy. And my first time at Calif. Grill...table right at the window..awesome! Food and service was excellent (our server's name was Taz....he was fantastic!). If you like beets, order the beet salad. It was something to write home about!

Weather just perfect all week, only one cloudy/cooler day, other than that warm and sunny.

After losing my husband last Dec. this was a much needed vacation. My DIL and GD had me laughing until my sides hurt.

KatMark · 11-07-2009, 10:32 AM

So glad you had a great trip and enjoyed the Poly (although we now stay moderate all of the time, we love the Poly). I'm sorry about your husband, but glad that your DIL and GD made your trip fun for you.

carrie1626 · 11-07-2009, 11:07 AM

The Polynesian is wonderful, isn't it!!! I'm so happy that you had a great vacation.

CoachBagFanatic · 11-07-2009, 11:21 AM

I am so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time. It's nice to hear that you and your DIL get along so well. Wish I could have that with my m-i-l. A new chapter for you and your family has begun. Best wishes to you.

Marty Joe · 11-07-2009, 12:37 PM

3DOGMOM,
I'm sorry for your loss, but i'm glad you had a great time with your DIL and GD. I have a very good relationship with my DIL too. I also agree with you about the Poly. It is my favorite resort, but the weak link (for me) is Capt. Cooks. It is too small, the menu is short and not my style, and it smells like something is burning all the time. I hate the touch screens and it seems like I'm in line for hours. Reciently we have been doing a split stay between Pop and the Poly and we have gotten spoiled on Pop's food court. I hope you are planning your next trip to the Poly!

CR Resort Fan 4 Life · 11-07-2009, 02:36 PM

Thanks for posting your review.

sherry8253 · 11-07-2009, 02:41 PM

I enjoyed reading your review. I am sorry about the loss of your husband.

3dogmom · 11-07-2009, 04:30 PM

Thank you everyone.....

DebbyLof428 · 11-07-2009, 11:00 PM

Glad to hear about your Poly experience. We can't wait to get there. Very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Your dogs are just beautiful.

PatsGirl · 11-08-2009, 07:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marty Joe

3DOGMOM,
Reciently we have been doing a split stay between Pop and the Poly and we have gotten spoiled on Pop's food court.

Now that's two ends of the spectrum

I've stayed Pop many times but never Poly, but one day...

3dogmom · 11-08-2009, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DebbyLof428

Glad to hear about your Poly experience. We can't wait to get there. Very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Your dogs are just beautiful.

Thank you. I have to re-size my picture of them. I do not know what my life would be without them. They give me love...companionship....

I cannot express how much I love my DIL and GD. They made the trip so much fun for me.

BCV23 · 11-08-2009, 01:09 PM

I remember your posts before you left and am so happy that you made new wonderful WDW memories!

11-07-2009, 10:16 AM	#1
3dogmom Earning My Ears Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 51	Back from 1st time at the Poly... sersee05, wish I had known you were there! We could have said "hi"... Not only my 1st time at the Poly, but first time at a Monorail resort. It was fantastic. We were on the 1st floor of Rapa Nui. We loved the location. Very short walk to the Ceremonial House, and short walk to TTC. Excellent! I took my DIL and GD, and we all loved it there. The grounds are beautiful, the room and bathroom very spacious. We had dinner at Kona Cafe twice...oh my...the ginger crusted prime rib is awesome!!! As was all of the food there. Also ate breakfast there 2 times...very good. I have to say I was a bit disappointed with the offerings at Capt. Cooks. I really expected more of a "dinner menu". To me it seems as if the moderate resorts have more offerings, such as pasta, etc. The entire staff was friendly and helpful. Would I stay there again? In a heartbeat!!! Loved the F&W Festival (my first time), Tokyo Dining...so fresh and yummy. And my first time at Calif. Grill...table right at the window..awesome! Food and service was excellent (our server's name was Taz....he was fantastic!). If you like beets, order the beet salad. It was something to write home about! Weather just perfect all week, only one cloudy/cooler day, other than that warm and sunny. After losing my husband last Dec. this was a much needed vacation. My DIL and GD had me laughing until my sides hurt. __________________

11-07-2009, 10:32 AM	#2
KatMark DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Carol Stream, IL Posts: 15,864	So glad you had a great trip and enjoyed the Poly (although we now stay moderate all of the time, we love the Poly). I'm sorry about your husband, but glad that your DIL and GD made your trip fun for you. __________________ Thanks Minnie&Nana CSR -- Home Away From Home--8 stays and counting Link to Unofficial CSR FAQ Thread: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2338336 Link to my 2009 trip report: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2300252; dining review: http://www.disboards.com/showthread....ight=mini+trip

11-07-2009, 11:07 AM	#3
carrie1626 Mouseketeer Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: WI Posts: 325	The Polynesian is wonderful, isn't it!!! I'm so happy that you had a great vacation. __________________ I wish I were at WDW everyday 2000-POLY 2001- ASMusic 2002- DD Grosvenor 2003- DD Doubletree 2004-POFQ 2006-POP

11-07-2009, 11:21 AM	#4
CoachBagFanatic My two Shiba babies :-) Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NJ Posts: 2,045	I am so happy to hear that you had a wonderful time. It's nice to hear that you and your DIL get along so well. Wish I could have that with my m-i-l. A new chapter for you and your family has begun. Best wishes to you. __________________ me DH DS (14) Temari Cody Thanks mathgeek

11-07-2009, 12:37 PM	#5
Marty Joe Mouseketeer Join Date: Nov 1999 Location: Lafayette, Indiana Posts: 474	3DOGMOM, I'm sorry for your loss, but i'm glad you had a great time with your DIL and GD. I have a very good relationship with my DIL too. I also agree with you about the Poly. It is my favorite resort, but the weak link (for me) is Capt. Cooks. It is too small, the menu is short and not my style, and it smells like something is burning all the time. I hate the touch screens and it seems like I'm in line for hours. Reciently we have been doing a split stay between Pop and the Poly and we have gotten spoiled on Pop's food court. I hope you are planning your next trip to the Poly! __________________

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11-07-2009, 02:36 PM	#6
CR Resort Fan 4 Life DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2006 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 24,932	Thanks for posting your review. __________________ Next Vacation To Walt Disney World 08/10/2010 - 08/20/2010: Disney's Contemporary Resort - Bay Lake View - Atrium Club.

11-07-2009, 02:41 PM	#7
sherry8253 The TF hopes to brighten your day too!!! Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Posts: 1,867	I enjoyed reading your review. I am sorry about the loss of your husband. __________________ Staying at the Poly for the first time!!!

11-07-2009, 04:30 PM	#8
3dogmom Earning My Ears Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 51	Thank you everyone..... __________________

11-07-2009, 11:00 PM	#9
DebbyLof428 Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: CT Posts: 252	Glad to hear about your Poly experience. We can't wait to get there. Very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Your dogs are just beautiful. __________________

11-08-2009, 01:09 PM	#12
BCV23 Loves the magic of the trains Would enjoy a magical meal at the castle Loves the name Hatuey! Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Illinois Posts: 17,233	I remember your posts before you left and am so happy that you made new wonderful WDW memories! __________________ Thanks johnsonet! Many magical trips and waiting for......

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