Yes she will! Unfortunately, I won't have a laptop on vacation to send a live update. Carlnix is there as we speak and perhaps he will see the post and provide the toothpaste information.
My bags are packed. . .I'm ready to go. . .housecleaning and other fun stuff first though.
Happy Mother's Day everyone!
Oh Well- she does drink regular coffee so she will do ok. thanks
Finally feel like I've got my Disney magic. 
So, after months of anticipation and research (yes I read every post on this thread!) I was very excited to be here but I've become disenchanted with my experience at the Poly.
When we checked in, there was evidence of a previous Guest (trip planner from January! Phone charger, popcorn kernels on the floor, etc) I brought that to housekeeping's attention and they fixed it...then there was the matter of the ferry horn, which I decided to live with and count as a reminder that I'm on the beach..
BUT the final straw...
When we went to bed on Friday night, I noticed a small baby spider in my bed! I HATE spiders!! When my son heard me shriek he got freaked and checked HIS bed and he had one too! Tiny little thing but creepy all the same.
We had to sleep because it was LATE but my nightmares didnt help and I itched all night. When I called the desk to report it her response was (ready for this?) ARE YOU SURE THEY WERE SPIDERS??? OMG that did it, I simply could not stay another night.
I found another bug on the desk as we were packing up. Not sure if it was due to the poor housekeeping we experienced. I loved the Poly grounds and location...but spiders in the bed is where I draw the line! I hate to complain but I spent sooo much money on this vacation and need to be comfortable.
We've moved over to the Grand Floridian and it's heaven.
Hope nobody else has an experience like this!! After this I don't think I'd return to the Poly.
Yes she will! Unfortunately, I won't have a laptop on vacation to send a live update. Carlnix is there as we speak and perhaps he will see the post and provide the toothpaste information.
My bags are packed. . .I'm ready to go. . .housecleaning and other fun stuff first though.
Happy Mother's Day everyone!
Our last club level visit was a year ago this month. We did receive a small tube of toothpaste then as we had in the past. Think an ounce or two maybe??
Tess will be there soon...maybe she can give a current account.
Grace&Carolinesmom, I'm glad you had a great vacation.
Yes she will! Unfortunately, I won't have a laptop on vacation to send a live update. Carlnix is there as we speak and perhaps he will see the post and provide the toothpaste information.
My bags are packed. . .I'm ready to go. . .housecleaning and other fun stuff first though.
Happy Mother's Day everyone!
You must be SO excited!
So, after months of anticipation and research (yes I read every post on this thread!) I was very excited to be here but I've become disenchanted with my experience at the Poly.
When we checked in, there was evidence of a previous Guest (trip planner from January! Phone charger, popcorn kernels on the floor, etc) I brought that to housekeeping's attention and they fixed it...then there was the matter of the ferry horn, which I decided to live with and count as a reminder that I'm on the beach..
BUT the final straw...
When we went to bed on Friday night, I noticed a small baby spider in my bed! I HATE spiders!! When my son heard me shriek he got freaked and checked HIS bed and he had one too! Tiny little thing but creepy all the same.
We had to sleep because it was LATE but my nightmares didnt help and I itched all night. When I called the desk to report it her response was (ready for this?) ARE YOU SURE THEY WERE SPIDERS??? OMG that did it, I simply could not stay another night.
I found another bug on the desk as we were packing up. Not sure if it was due to the poor housekeeping we experienced. I loved the Poly grounds and location...but spiders in the bed is where I draw the line! I hate to complain but I spent sooo much money on this vacation and need to be comfortable.
We've moved over to the Grand Floridian and it's heaven.
Hope nobody else has an experience like this!! After this I don't think I'd return to the Poly.
I also wanted to say Happy Mother's Day to all my fellow Poly loving Moms!
Hi, everyone! I am heading to the Polynesian 8/23! It's getting closer! I haven't been to the Polynesian in about 8 years. We went to the Wilderness Lodge several times (and, it's fantastic). However, my husband put his foot down and wanted to go back to the Polynesian! The room size is wonderful. We love the transportation as well. We also eat at 'Ohana several times during our trips.
Question, does anyone still fax over requests? I made note on my reservation, and I know nothing is guaranteed. However, we will be celebrating our 15-year wedding anniversary, and really would love to have a room with a balcony! We are pretty low maintenance people and that would make us very happy!
I know there is a bad Polynesian story to follow every good one, but I'm not concerned. I will make my own story! I will ask, though, how the Neverland Club is. I have two boys, 11 and 6. Do they have video games? As I mentioned, it has been a long time since we have been there...
I'm really excited my trip is approaching so quickly (we booked last August). I really love this thread, by the way. I am trying to get through it, but - WOW - it's long!!!
Lisa
We had a wonderful stay at the Poly -- you are right -- those room sizes are great! We thought it was relaxing, fun, and had great theming. I hope you have a great time there!
Hi, everyone! I am heading to the Polynesian 8/23! It's getting closer! I haven't been to the Polynesian in about 8 years. We went to the Wilderness Lodge several times (and, it's fantastic). However, my husband put his foot down and wanted to go back to the Polynesian! The room size is wonderful. We love the transportation as well. We also eat at 'Ohana several times during our trips.
Question, does anyone still fax over requests? I made note on my reservation, and I know nothing is guaranteed. However, we will be celebrating our 15-year wedding anniversary, and really would love to have a room with a balcony! We are pretty low maintenance people and that would make us very happy!
I know there is a bad Polynesian story to follow every good one, but I'm not concerned. I will make my own story! I will ask, though, how the Neverland Club is. I have two boys, 11 and 6. Do they have video games? As I mentioned, it has been a long time since we have been there...
I'm really excited my trip is approaching so quickly (we booked last August). I really love this thread, by the way. I am trying to get through it, but - WOW - it's long!!!
Lisa
Nice job on it! We're going to be at the Poly Sept. 9-16. We have a Garden View room. Can someone give me an example of this room and also, If I were to request a room near the Volcano Pool and the concierge (an upgrade) what building or room would you suggest? We have a 3 year old and would prefer a ground level room. Thanks so much!
April
I also wanted to say Happy Mother's Day to all my fellow Poly loving Moms!
BTW, I love your new Profile Pic carlnix, glad you are having such a great time! I thought that the CL staff at the Poly were fantastic. Very courteous, friendly, and helpful. And we had excellent mousekeeping each day, too.
I thought that the "darkness" of the rooms was so relaxing after running around in the sun. I wouldn't change them at all.
Ditto!Hi, everyone! I am heading to the Polynesian 8/23! It's getting closer! I haven't been to the Polynesian in about 8 years. We went to the Wilderness Lodge several times (and, it's fantastic). However, my husband put his foot down and wanted to go back to the Polynesian! The room size is wonderful. We love the transportation as well. We also eat at 'Ohana several times during our trips.
Question, does anyone still fax over requests? I made note on my reservation, and I know nothing is guaranteed. However, we will be celebrating our 15-year wedding anniversary, and really would love to have a room with a balcony! We are pretty low maintenance people and that would make us very happy!
I know there is a bad Polynesian story to follow every good one, but I'm not concerned. I will make my own story! I will ask, though, how the Neverland Club is. I have two boys, 11 and 6. Do they have video games? As I mentioned, it has been a long time since we have been there...
I'm really excited my trip is approaching so quickly (we booked last August). I really love this thread, by the way. I am trying to get through it, but - WOW - it's long!!!
Lisa
Absolutely you should request a balcony! I do hear of people still faxing their requests. You've got it on your res and I would go ahead and fax 4 or 5 days before you check in and then double-check at check-in that you've been given a room with a balcony. If not, ask to be moved, if possible. I'm sure they will accomodate you.I LOVE this thread!!!
Here are some pics of our room in Niue in March:
Maybe they can get it better again, I really missed the filet. Mashed potatoes were still great!
Thanks for posting that very detailed trip report.Hi all, we're back from another wonderful stay at the Polynesian!!! Gorgeous, of course, so peaceful and relaxing!!
When we checked in, we were given a 2nd floor room in Fiji - I had requested a 1st floor room, Tokelau, east side. I asked if something would be available later (it was only about 11:30 AM), but nothing for that day. She said we could get our exact request the next day. I wasn't thrilled about changing rooms - we had planned the entire 1st day for the resort, including unpacking and settling in - but really wanted Tokelau, so we said we'd do that. So glad we did. The Fiji room was nice, of course,(great beach view) but I much prefer the Tokelau location in the resort and also NO balcony or patio would NOT have worked for us for an entire week. We need the extra space, I would've gone nuts not being able to step outside.
The next day we moved to room 1917 in Tokelau, just doors down from where we stayed last time (1922) and it was even more wonderful. Water views just off the patio, big grassy area. Just heaven for us!!
Kids absolutely loved the Volcano Pool again, that slide is such a hit with them. Pool was a bit crowded mid-day Friday, Sat, Sun, then it seemed calmer the rest of the week.
Someone asked about Tiki-style cabanas on the beach. I don't think they're there. There were canvas-type hut sort-of cabana things, not sure hot to describe them, like a half-sphere. Brown color - same as the blue/white striped ones at the GF. I don't think that's what you meant? They don't look like much and didn't seem to be reservable or anything.
Only one Customer Service issue. Took DS to use the 30 minute arcade card one afternoon while DD napped. He played one game and then it wouldn't work at any others - kept saying Locked Out. Tried for a few minutes, then tried to call on the phone they have right there for "Arcade Assistance". No luck, it kept disconnecting on me. Walked to Captain Cook's - they said ask at the front desk. Went to the desk, they said, no you have to ask at the Marina. I was pretty irritated at this point, probably 15 minutes had passed while we got passed around, I just wanted to sit and relax, let him play. Luckily, we got a nice guy at the Marina who walked over to the arcade with us. The card then worked. He said sometimes the games don't "close out" right - even though DS was done with the game, it said Game Over, etc, and it was minutes later, it was still locking him out of other games. He gave him a whole new card since we had lost so much time. He enjoyed it, the Lock Out thing happened again, but only for about a minute this time. It would be nice if they could make that better - if you only have 30 mins and the games take so long to let you play another, you lose a good chunk of time. It was fine, DS had fun.
Trying to think of anything else....loved the monorail convenience again, the landscaping is just stunning, one of my favorite things about the Poly. Loved watching Wishes and the EWP right there (we did do Wishes in the park one night - DD loved seeing Tink!). We really enjoy the path to the TTC, probably crazy, but we think it's nice.
I think that's all. I'd be happy to answer any questions - Poly related or otherwise!!
Oh, yeah, just remembered... FOOD!!! We enjoyed Captain Cook's again, ate there several times. I really liked the Aloha Pork sandwich and the Hawaiin flatbread. DH liked the Turkey sandwich. Loved getting our chocolate crossaints and Dole Whips each day!
Kona...a disappointment this time, unfortunately. Last trip - our 2nd fave. This time - slow service, my steak and his Prime Rib were just so-so, Kileau Torte was VERY dry. Not an awful meal, but not great. We'll probably skip this next time
Ohana - first time here - dinner. We really liked it. The meats were just OK, quite dry, but good with the sauces. But we LOVED all the sides! The pork wontons and wings were huge hits. My son LOVED the wings. Noodles were Very good, DD and I ate a lot of those. Enjoyed the veggies and the salad too. Dessert was DELICIOUS! Excellent service, fun atmosphere. DD participated in the Maracas parade and the limbo.
One last thing - they are doing some work. I think Tonga was closed when we arrived - no lights in any rooms at night. Also saw them painting the roof of I think, Hawaii - it was still open though.
