hstrickland
Way Down South...
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If you are looking for a great value.....DON'T LOOK AT CL! If you are looking for convenience.....LOOK HERE! CL is awesome.
I utilized the IPOs quite a bit. They were wonderful. I can't say enough about the Poly IPOs. The Hawaii Longhouse is very convenient to everything at the Poly....especially the Volcano pool and beach. 
The food offerings in the evening were very tasty, BUT they (IMO) are only appetizers. It wasn't enough for us to make a meal from. The plates are smaller plates...not dinner plates. I will say that some people simply amaze me....while standing in line for food, people were taking 2 and 3 plates of food per person while filling them to the max.
It's not like you can't go back and get more! One word for these people....WOW! 
CL has a nice selection of adult beverages. Their punch (it has a name...I forgot it) was outstanding!!!! Once again....people acted as if they couldn't have seconds. One man took and entire bottle of wine for himself. Perhaps this is acceptable....what do I know? This is my first CL stay
My husband also saw a man grab a big tray and loaded it up with Cokes, Diet Cokes, and Sprites...around 12...and took it back to his room. Once again....perhaps this is acceptable....I don't know???
It was really nice having lemonade, tea, and punch ALL day long. Also, the soda refrigerator was always full! The Cast Members did a great job of keeping it stocked.
I did not get a picture of the dessert offerings. I was a little disappointed in them, but not too big of a deal for us....we were stuffed anyway when we returned at night. I usually just went up and got an adult bev before retiring for the night
The lounge felt very spacious...of course we were usually there early or late, so perhaps we didn't get a good feel for the crowds. The kids and I came up for snacks during the middle of the day and sat right by the window while watching the boats and people....very cool!
I didn't make a picture of the breakfast offerings, either. They were very good and plenty of food for a decent breakfast.....fruit, cereal, pastries, oatmeal, juice, coffee....oh and did I mention the Cappuccino machine...LOVED IT!!!!
This is not a great photo, I know...but I wanted everyone to see what a great view we had for breakfast....very magical sitting early in the morning eating breakfast while having a great view of the castle. The kids really, really loved this!!!! FYI....if you want a good seat...get there early!
Not too many negatives about CL....REALLY! All Cast Members were extremely friendly and helpful throughout the day. I was impressed by their willingness to help and all the patience they have!!!! Some people can be so rude and demanding, and the CMs continue to do their jobs with a smile. Would I return to the Poly CL??? IN A HEARTBEAT!!!!!!!!
You would think these people were never going to eat again in their lives! We took a soda here and there back to our room and every time we did it, I felt like we were stealing! 
The CL really spoiled us. If you are looking for a value...it isn't....if you are looking for convenience....IT IS!!! Loved being able to go back and forth from the pool and get drinks and snacks. Hope you have a great visit!
