ALOHA! The Poly FAQ~ Spring 2010 Edition

[danielle782001]

DH does not like spicey and does not like Asian-style food...Does like steak and turkey...Should be avoid this?

 

[Handbag Lady]

Not really, but feel free to call me that .. it's good for my self-esteem!
Actually I've gotten so much great advice from the DIS that I'm glad to help anyone else when I can.

If you don't want to have a room with no "outdoor space" (ie. patio or balcony) then yes, you should request 1st or 3rd floor (since Tuvalu doesn't have balconies on the second floor).

First or third it shall be! We do want/need outdoor space (where else to sip some drinkies!)

I would stick with your MK view plans and not worry, even if you do get Aotearoa. We were just there in Feb and we got Tuvalu, but I walked around in front of Aotearoa and the views there were really pretty as well. Maybe not right on top of the water or beach, but still beautiful! I posted a few pics from Aotearoa back on page 35 of this thread. There is nothing like an MK view, you will not regret it!

I think that is what the Husband's issue is about Aotearoa; it isn't on top of the water/beachy area. We'll just note our preferences and hope for the best, and then use maia's idea of switchig rooms if he's really unhappy. I am off to view your pictures...thanks for pointing me there!

 

[Handbag Lady]

DH does not like spicey and does not like Asian-style food...Does like steak and turkey...Should be avoid this?

I also can't eat spicy and am a meat and potatoes gal. I LOVED the food and the service at Ohana. I am also the owner of the world's pickiest eater award.

 

[lissiesmum]

DH does not like spicey and does not like Asian-style food...Does like steak and turkey...Should be avoid this?

The meats are not spicy, and I think there's enough that he would probably enjoy. The breads are good, as are the salad and fresh steamed broccoli. He might even like the chicken wings. ANd the dessert is to die for!

 

[Handbag Lady]

I would stick with your MK view plans and not worry, even if you do get Aotearoa. We were just there in Feb and we got Tuvalu, but I walked around in front of Aotearoa and the views there were really pretty as well. Maybe not right on top of the water or beach, but still beautiful! I posted a few pics from Aotearoa back on page 35 of this thread. There is nothing like an MK view, you will not regret it!

I just got back from my travels to page 35. The very first picture you posted...is that the view standing in front of Aotearoa? (As if you were on the first floor?)

 

[lissiesmum]

I think that is what the Husband's issue is about Aotearoa; it isn't on top of the water/beachy area. We'll just note our preferences and hope for the best, and then use maia's idea of switchig rooms if he's really unhappy. I am off to view your pictures...thanks for pointing me there!

Enjoy the pictures, it was quite a view! I stressed about which building before we got there, but you really can't go wrong either way!

 

[lissiesmum]

I just got back from my travels to page 35. The very first picture you posted...is that the view standing in front of Aotearoa? (As if you were on the first floor?)

Yes, this was taken from the grass right in front of Aotearoa. It was a beautiful view, and I would imagine even better from the third floor where I believe most MK views are located

 

[chamonix]

DH does not like spicey and does not like Asian-style food...Does like steak and turkey...Should be avoid this?

The food at Ohana is NOT spicy. The meat is very "plain", so if he likes steak and turkey, he will be fine. In fact, it is heaven for those who love just plain "meat"! LOL The food is also not particularly "asian style" so no worries there for him there either.

(personally I would prefer it if it WAS spicy and asian LOL)

 

[Minnie&Nana]

...and the trains...when I see the puffs of smoke from the steam train and hear that horn blow, my heart flutters, and I close my eyes and Dream Along With Mickey! I can hear that show in the background right now!

THAT is my all time favorite sound! We could hear from our GF balcony, but have never heard it from the Poly in maybe 10 or 12 stays. I am thinking that 'awful' Tuvalu would be the only Longhouse within distance of hearing the steam train?

 

[Minnie&Nana]

I also can't eat spicy and am a meat and potatoes gal. I LOVED the food and the service at Ohana. I am also the owner of the world's pickiest eater award.

Uh oh...thought that was my award!! Are you stealin' awards???

I could not eat much at Ohana's other than the meat on the skewers. I thought the other foods were pretty much Asian style, but maybe it's changed.

 

[lissiesmum]

THAT is my all time favorite sound! We could hear from our GF balcony, but have never heard it from the Poly in maybe 10 or 12 stays. I am thinking that 'awful' Tuvalu would be the only Longhouse within distance of hearing the steam train?

It's quite possible! Another reason why Tuvalu is "awful"! Yeah, I didn't realize how much time I just pointed my camcorder and let it go. It's been on over an hour and the sounds are just amazing...we could even hear the sound of the monorail gliding over the tracks! I could also hear the steam train starting up in the AM before the park opens, you actually hear the "chug chug chug" sound and see billows of smoke. Soooo cool! It really is a perfect spot, if I decide to do the Poly plunge again, I will absolutely request my favorite longhouse!

 

[Minnie&Nana]

OMGosh, I can't stand anymore!!! Here's my problem: I want the sights and sounds of Tuvalu with the wide hallways and beach of Tahiti. Guess that would be wanting it all, huh?

 

[toddd]

Help! We have a dinner ressie at the Boma (AKL) for 7:10 on a night when AK closes at 6:00 (and we aren't planning to be at AK that day - I know, I know - poor plannning). So - what is the best (fastest) way for use to get to the AKL. Taxi is an option but what about Disney Transport - monorail to MK or EP then bus to AKL - which would be fastest? How long will this take?

Thanks!

 

[lissiesmum]

OMGosh, I can't stand anymore!!! Here's my problem: I want the sights and sounds of Tuvalu with the wide hallways and beach of Tahiti. Guess that would be wanting it all, huh?

Well, the hallways aren't wide in Tuvalu but there's a super secluded beach right next door that no one is ever on!

 

[lissiesmum]

Help! We have a dinner ressie at the Boma (AKL) for 7:10 on a night when AK closes at 6:00 (and we aren't planning to be at AK that day - I know, I know - poor plannning). So - what is the best (fastest) way for use to get to the AKL. Taxi is an option but what about Disney Transport - monorail to MK or EP then bus to AKL - which would be fastest? How long will this take?

Thanks!

Hi, Boma is our must-do restaurant every trip and we've done this twice from the Poly...it's a piece of cake! Take the monorail over to the MK, and wait for the bus from there...it's a direct bus from there to the AKL. So factor in about 5-7 minutes to the MK by monorail, a few minutes to walk to the bus stop, then it takes about 20-25 minutes to AKL from the MK. The whole process takes between 45 minutes to an hour depending on how long you have to wait for the bus at the MK. I'd give it at least an hour or maybe an hour and a quarter in case the monorail has to stop for a bit. We've had that happen on our way to another dining destination and were late for our ADR!

 

[Minnie&Nana]

Well, the hallways aren't wide in Tuvalu but there's a super secluded beach right next door that no one is ever on!

I really like the wide hallways with the sitting areas - in all our Poly stays we've only been in in an "older" longhouse once and that was our first stay in 1981. We even stayed in Tahiti (then Moorea) and Rapa Nui (then Pago Pago) when they were brand new.

But I really LOVE your pics and experience staying in Tuvalu!!

Decisions, decisions....and if money was no issue...

 

[lissiesmum]

Decisions, decisions....and if money was no issue...

if money was no issue, I'd stay TPV at least three times a year, maybe more! Which is why I continue to buy Powerball tickets...just in case!

 

[Minnie&Nana]

if money was no issue, I'd stay TPV at least three times a year, maybe more! Which is why I continue to buy Powerball tickets...just in case!

I've got mine ready for tonight!!! (or whatever it is tonight).

 

[toddd]

Hi, Boma is our must-do restaurant every trip and we've done this twice from the Poly...it's a piece of cake! Take the monorail over to the MK, and wait for the bus from there...it's a direct bus from there to the AKL. So factor in about 5-7 minutes to the MK by monorail, a few minutes to walk to the bus stop, then it takes about 20-25 minutes to AKL from the MK. The whole process takes between 45 minutes to an hour depending on how long you have to wait for the bus at the MK. I'd give it at least an hour or maybe an hour and a quarter in case the monorail has to stop for a bit. We've had that happen on our way to another dining destination and were late for our ADR!

Thanks Lissiesmum! The Boma is our must-do restaurant too! (Okay this is only our second trip but we loved it last time so we had to go again).

Last trip it was our first night ADR and same this time so I guess maybe that is our first day ritual (as per a few posts ago). Also the last trip our very first ride was EE so we are just discussing which ride is going to get us right into the Disney spirit. We were planning to go to EP that afternoon (should be arriving at the Poly about 11:00 am) but are thinking we need more thrills than EP offers. Oh, it's a tough life having to make these decisions.

 

[maiapapaya]

I really like the wide hallways with the sitting areas - in all our Poly stays we've only been in in an "older" longhouse once and that was our first stay in 1981. We even stayed in Tahiti (then Moorea) and Rapa Nui (then Pago Pago) when they were brand new.

But I really LOVE your pics and experience staying in Tuvalu!!

Decisions, decisions....and if money was no issue...

Hey, those Tahiti people have been holding out! No one ever said anything about wide hallways with sitting areas!!
(though I think I'll still hope that I don't get put in that rat hole Tuvalu ...)