ALOHA! The Polynesian Resort Information Thread: September 2012 - Page 46 - The DIS Discussion Forums

mom2nik · 10-18-2012, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by hulagirl87

us too!!!! 98 days!!!!!

I'm debating about requesting a building... I know that requests aren't guaranteed, but part of me just wants to see where the resort gods put us instead of me requesting where I want to stay

I loved the room that DH and I stayed at a couple years ago so that's why I'm being all flip floppy.

We are leaving for our first POLY stay in 19 days

I too am trying to decide if I want to request a building.

I want to have faith in the Tiki gods, but Im thinking I also want to be close to the food, shopping and volcano pool. I just cant decide.

Tinkerbellie16 · 10-18-2012, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by guitarob

Yes, unless something has changed, they do

Thanks Rob!!

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Originally Posted by mom2nik

We are leaving for our first POLY stay in 19 days

I too am trying to decide if I want to request a building.

I want to have faith in the Tiki gods, but Im thinking I also want to be close to the food, shopping and volcano pool. I just cant decide.

I have always, and will always, request a longhouse. There are definitely longhouses that I prefer 'less' due to location and I'd kick myself if I didn't at least make an effort to ask for a specific longhouse.

Tinkerbellie16 · 10-18-2012, 04:03 PM

Geez, I noticed my countdown is at 10 days so I checked in online

pixarmom · 10-18-2012, 04:14 PM

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Originally Posted by mom2nik

We are leaving for our first POLY stay in 19 days

I too am trying to decide if I want to request a building.

I want to have faith in the Tiki gods, but Im thinking I also want to be close to the food, shopping and volcano pool. I just cant decide.

As you can see from my signature, we've been staying at Poly for a long time! The tiki gods have always been good to us! And until recently, I didn't care about longhouse assignment. But now, with kids, knowing how nice it is to be close to GCH, and really enjoying the view after the kids are asleep, I'll always put in a request.

Chicago Mo · 10-18-2012, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by pixarmom

As you can see from my signature, we've been staying at Poly for a long time! The tiki gods have always been good to us! And until recently, I didn't care about longhouse assignment. But now, with kids, knowing how nice it is to be close to GCH, and really enjoying the view after the kids are asleep, I'll always put in a request.

Whats you favorite??

pixarmom · 10-18-2012, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Chicago Mo

Whats you favorite??

Samoa!!!! But I'm wondering, has anyone stayed on the quiet pool side of Rarotonga? If so, what did you think?

sherekhan · 10-18-2012, 09:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Doofenschmirz Evil

That plan makes a lot of sense. We went to Hollywood Studios and did TSM 3 times the day we went to the Halloween party, but resting by the pool at the Poly seems like a better plan.

If we hadn't have done the pool relaxing on the party day, the kids never would have made it to dark!

Sophiesmom · 10-18-2012, 10:32 PM

Hi all! Going to the Poly in one week!!! Have stayed here before, but it's been a while and have a question. I know dorm size refrigerators are in every room, but are they empty (to accommodate what you might bring) or are they mini-bar type refrigerators that are stocked with things for you to purchase? Thanks in advance for the information! Can't wait!!

Tess · 10-19-2012, 05:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Sophiesmom

Hi all! Going to the Poly in one week!!! Have stayed here before, but it's been a while and have a question. I know dorm size refrigerators are in every room, but are they empty (to accommodate what you might bring) or are they mini-bar type refrigerators that are stocked with things for you to purchase? Thanks in advance for the information! Can't wait!!

The refrigerators are empty for you to stock. Just remember to prop the cabinet door open with a wash cloth or towel so it is properly ventilated. Doing this keeps items in the refrigerator colder. If you don't, you may have cooling problems.

dtripli · 10-19-2012, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by pixarmom

Samoa!!!! But I'm wondering, has anyone stayed on the quiet pool side of Rarotonga? If so, what did you think?

That is where we stayed the last two trips at the Poly. I love the proximity to the main house. Our second stay we requested a 3rd floor room to have a balcony and we just loved it! Im a creature of habit, but I would like to try Samoa facing in the same direction some time.

dtripli · 10-19-2012, 06:09 AM

My husband and I are planning a date night during the week this trip. Luckily we are bringing one of our teenagers; so we'll have a babysitter for our 4 year old son as well! I'd like to set them up with snacks and movies in the room that night so they can have their own fun. Does the Poly have movies we can rent/use? And I don't remember if there are dvd players in the rooms? If not can we request one to borrow?

BuzznBelle'smom · 10-19-2012, 06:13 AM

Well, whaddaya know, I'm exactly 100 days out today! No ticker, though, because it's a surprise trip for the kids (and DD9 is nosy). The big reveal will be Christmas morning, when Me-me, the gift-giver, will be there to see their reactions.

BTW, I requested Tahiti building--we like being close to the TTC. DS6 is a huge monorail fan, and I see us spending most of our time in MK and Epcot. But I must say, while there are favorite rooms, there's really no bad ones. We loved Rapa Nui the one time we stayed there, too (although we didn't care for the HA room).

kathie859 · 10-19-2012, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Sophiesmom

Hi all! Going to the Poly in one week!!! Have stayed here before, but it's been a while and have a question. I know dorm size refrigerators are in every room, but are they empty (to accommodate what you might bring) or are they mini-bar type refrigerators that are stocked with things for you to purchase? Thanks in advance for the information! Can't wait!!

They are empty.....(I'm here right now in the Hawaii Bldg.)

mickeynut1 · 10-19-2012, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by meuseman

Just updated our reservation to include dining (passholder rate). In 12 days we will be at the Poly for the first time since our honeymoon!! And the kids have no idea...

Have a great trip

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Originally Posted by cmesq61

Double digit dance!!!!!☁😃

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Originally Posted by DebbyLof428

I am happy to say that I took the advice of my fellow DISers and kept checking for a discounted rate at the Poly for our dates. Finally, last night I was able to get garden view CL and saved $500!!! Of course I'm sure I'll do a little extra Christmas shopping now

Congrats on the savings and booking CL

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Originally Posted by jreeves628

25 more days!

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Originally Posted by hulagirl87

us too!!!! 98 days!!!!!

I'm debating about requesting a building... I know that requests aren't guaranteed, but part of me just wants to see where the resort gods put us instead of me requesting where I want to stay

I loved the room that DH and I stayed at a couple years ago so that's why I'm being all flip floppy.

If there's a specific area you'd like to be in, I'd put in a request; otherwise, I'd wait to see where you're assigned at check in. IMO, there's not a bad building/view at the Poly

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Originally Posted by mom2nik

We are leaving for our first POLY stay in 19 days

I too am trying to decide if I want to request a building.

I want to have faith in the Tiki gods, but Im thinking I also want to be close to the food, shopping and volcano pool. I just cant decide.

We loved being close to the GCH, volcano pool, and the beach when we stayed in Samoa

. Whether you decide to request a longhouse or not, have a great trip

.

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Originally Posted by Sophiesmom

Hi all! Going to the Poly in one week!!! Have stayed here before, but it's been a while and have a question. I know dorm size refrigerators are in every room, but are they empty (to accommodate what you might bring) or are they mini-bar type refrigerators that are stocked with things for you to purchase? Thanks in advance for the information! Can't wait!!

They are empty

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Originally Posted by dtripli

Im a creature of habit, but I would like to try Samoa facing in the same direction some time.

We loved Samoa and loved being so close to the GCH, pool, beach, and Captain Cooks

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princessap · 10-19-2012, 08:18 AM

I am so excited for our first stay here in March! Reading this thread convinces me I made the right decision to switch from AOA suite to Poly for 110 more!!

Two questions.

1. what building would you recommend if we want to be close to the monorail and the pool??? (have heard samoa and tokelau are good??) we have booked garden view.

2. What are the chances that I will get a late check out on departure day? do I have to request that now or when we get there? Our flight doesnt leave till late afternoon so hoping to enjoy the pool that day after breakfast at Chef Mickeys!

thanks

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10-18-2012, 10:32 PM	#683
Sophiesmom Earning My Ears Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: St. Louis, MO Posts: 42	Refrigerators? Hi all! Going to the Poly in one week!!! Have stayed here before, but it's been a while and have a question. I know dorm size refrigerators are in every room, but are they empty (to accommodate what you might bring) or are they mini-bar type refrigerators that are stocked with things for you to purchase? Thanks in advance for the information! Can't wait!!

10-19-2012, 06:09 AM	#686
dtripli Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 472	DVD Players In Rooms? My husband and I are planning a date night during the week this trip. Luckily we are bringing one of our teenagers; so we'll have a babysitter for our 4 year old son as well! I'd like to set them up with snacks and movies in the room that night so they can have their own fun. Does the Poly have movies we can rent/use? And I don't remember if there are dvd players in the rooms? If not can we request one to borrow?

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10-19-2012, 06:13 AM	#687
BuzznBelle'smom There are tomato-ey paw prints all around the stove I've never had it burn, and I do this regularly Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: NH Posts: 3,760	Well, whaddaya know, I'm exactly 100 days out today! No ticker, though, because it's a surprise trip for the kids (and DD9 is nosy). The big reveal will be Christmas morning, when Me-me, the gift-giver, will be there to see their reactions. BTW, I requested Tahiti building--we like being close to the TTC. DS6 is a huge monorail fan, and I see us spending most of our time in MK and Epcot. But I must say, while there are favorite rooms, there's really no bad ones. We loved Rapa Nui the one time we stayed there, too (although we didn't care for the HA room).

10-19-2012, 08:18 AM	#690
princessap DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 1,356	I am so excited for our first stay here in March! Reading this thread convinces me I made the right decision to switch from AOA suite to Poly for 110 more!! Two questions. 1. what building would you recommend if we want to be close to the monorail and the pool??? (have heard samoa and tokelau are good??) we have booked garden view. 2. What are the chances that I will get a late check out on departure day? do I have to request that now or when we get there? Our flight doesnt leave till late afternoon so hoping to enjoy the pool that day after breakfast at Chef Mickeys! thanks