The *NEW* Polynesian Resort FAQ thread - *2008*

[ivo004]

I would like to know if all the rooms in Poly have only one sink.

 

[Believe!]

Hi Everyone!

Our family will be staying at the Poly for the first time in Aug. I was going over dinning menus, and the menu posted for Breakfast at Captain Cooks only mentions cereal. I was wondering if anyone who has just return from their vacation at the Poly could confirm the breakfast menu. We were looking forward to trying the Tonga Toast that everyone talks about.

Have a great night!

 

[BCV23]

I'm so very excited and happy that you will be going to WWD and staying at the Poly.
I have never been to Disneyland and I'm sure it's amazing. And having said that, I know I have no authority to compare the 2. But, I do know that Disneyland is landlocked and unable to expand. So, in my mind, the fact that DDW is over 45 square miles with 4 major parks, 2 water parks, numerous golf courses, Downtown Disney, etc etc. it makes it that many times more awesome than Disneyland.
Staying at Poly is like the icing on the cake. Although, to me, Poly is the ultimate place to stay at WDW. I'd like to make one suggestion.
Please allow me to tell you a quick story before telling you what that is.
I had been to WDW a number of times years ago but had not stayed at the Poly. The the time came when I got to take my whole family including my princess grand daughter of 4 for her first time. Nothing but the best for my little princess
While making my reservations, I was asked if I might want conceirge level. I didn't have the benefit of these boards and photos at the time. In fact, I didn't even have a computer at the time. So, I asked what concierge included and i was told that there would be juices and cold cereal for breakfast, cookies and snacks for lunch, hot hors dourves (spelling?) for dinner and refreshments at night....oh yes, and a chocolate on your pillow at night. I don't remember the exact cost at the time. But, I do remember that it was additional $$ per person. I decided that my group of 9 could do something really special with that extra money and that snacks weren't really that big a deal for us. So, I booked without concierge level. When I mentioned it to my family. They were disappointed, pointing out that it was the first time all 9 of us would be together, that we would be there for over a week and having a lounge to gather at and relax and snack would be nice. Then my princess said "please grandpa". Well needless to say that a 2 minutes phone call later, we were booked for concierge level.
I have never experienced anything so understated in my life. The food was incredible with sooo much variety. It was available all day. The evening "refreshments" were top shelf drinks. The lounge is beautiful. The Cms are incredible. The level of service impeccable. It was the best extra dollars I've ever spent. So, what I'm saying is, if you can afford it, definitely go with the concierge level. And my only warning would be not to eat too much of all the goodies they put out. You can easily save the cost of at least 1 full meal per day without ever intending to.
Sorry if I got a little long winded. But i just can't say enough about the Poly and my experiences there.
May you have a wonderful vacation and I hope your memories will be as awesome as mine.

What a great story. No wonder you're such a Polynesian fan!!!!

I would like to know if all the rooms in Poly have only one sink.

Most rooms in Tokelau, Tahiti and Rapa Nui have two sinks. The accessible rooms we've had in Rapa Nui have but one as do the rooms in the original buildings.

Denise N Mike, welcome to the DIS and to the Polynesian fan club!

 

[BCV23]

Hi Everyone!

Our family will be staying at the Poly for the first time in Aug. I was going over dinning menus, and the menu posted for Breakfast at Captain Cooks only mentions cereal. I was wondering if anyone who has just return from their vacation at the Poly could confirm the breakfast menu. We were looking forward to trying the Tonga Toast that everyone talks about.

Have a great night!

Tonga Toast is on the menu at CCs. At least it still was in mid May.

There's also a breakfast platter and waffles. Don't know why that posted menu is so abbreviated.

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

Hi Everyone!

Our family will be staying at the Poly for the first time in Aug. I was going over dinning menus, and the menu posted for Breakfast at Captain Cooks only mentions cereal. I was wondering if anyone who has just return from their vacation at the Poly could confirm the breakfast menu. We were looking forward to trying the Tonga Toast that everyone talks about.

Have a great night!

When I stayed at the Polynesian in December I saw others eating Tonga Toast at Captin Cook's during breakfast.

 

[RichieTruxillo]

Thank you so much for this. I was looking into staying here on our next visit. So much information! I love it!

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

I would like to know if all the rooms in Poly have only one sink.

The bathrooms in the Hawaii Longhouse only had one sink.

 

[TotalSnowWhite]

Tonga Toast is on the menu at CCs. At least it still was in mid May.

There's also a breakfast platter and waffles. Don't know why that posted menu is so abbreviated.

Hi Everyone!

Our family will be staying at the Poly for the first time in Aug. I was going over dinning menus, and the menu posted for Breakfast at Captain Cooks only mentions cereal. I was wondering if anyone who has just return from their vacation at the Poly could confirm the breakfast menu. We were looking forward to trying the Tonga Toast that everyone talks about.

Have a great night!

When I stayed at the Polynesian in December I saw others eating Tonga Toast at Captin Cook's during breakfast.

I had delicious Tonga Toast last week from CC!

 

[SeaSpray]

Thanks for the breakdown on the Lapu Lapu! I think I'm going to have to try one on our trip. I've always wanted a drink in a pineapple. (I know that sounds silly, but it's true!)

I know what you mean! DH and I FINALLY had them on our trip last summer. They were GOOOOD, and I wish I had one right now!!

Hello from California!!! I just want to thank each one of you for all the work you put into this thread and the boards in general! It is amazing!! I am brand new here and this is my first post-total newbie!!! My boyfriend and I are total Disneyland freaks and have been regularly attending for the past 13 years. We are planning our first trip to the World this September. We are staying at the Poly-of course! I have read this whole thread (which took a few lunch breaks, afternoon breaks and evenings to complete). I thought I was excited before- but everyone on this thread has me completely amped up for our trip and I feel as though my life has been consumed- but I think I am in good company with that.

Thanks so much again- and keep up the good work- I can use all the info I can get!!!!!

-Denise

PS- I love all the pictures and sigs- a little bit of personality in every post.

Welcome to the DIS!!!

I'm so very excited and happy that you will be going to WWD and staying at the Poly.

Thank you so much for this. I was looking into staying here on our next visit. So much information! I love it!

WELCOME to all of you! I notice that you've all joined within the last month!

 

[SeaSpray]

I had delicious Tonga Toast last week from CC!

Yikes, I almost forgot to say THANK YOU for sharing your photos with us! You have a beautiful family, and I loved seeing all of the poses around the Polynesian!!!!!

P.S. Would you mind if I added your post to the Index in Post #1, to show what the PhotoPass pictures at the Polynesian look like? If you'd prefer that I don't, then I totally understand

 

[SeaSpray]

I'm around, just busy--busy. Yep, our baby is graduating Sunday--we are in a better place this time around and I'm sure our vacation won't be as "blah" as it was after our son's graduation. Not that I will miss her any less than him, but she has opted to head to the same college as our son and they will both be only about 1/2 an hour away!

Shameless brag--she would not be outdone by her brother either, just as he did, she earned the valedictorian title! So, while we are now overwhelmed preparing for graduation and vacation, we are also oh so and quite proud. Our house will be mighty quiet this fall--it's all good though! I still keep my eye on everyone around here despite the craziness right now. Thanks for remembering our daughter and the good wishes for our vacation.

TESS!! I can't believe that my trip has come and gone, and that yours is fast approaching! I hope that you all have a wonderful time!!!

CONGRATULATIONS on your DDs (and your DSs!!!) accomplishments! That is definitely something to be proud of, and to brag about!!!

Can't wait to hear about your trip when you get back, and to see the new "2008 Polynesian Pout"!!

 

[Believe!]

Thanks for the menu update at Captain Cook's! Looking forward to the Tonga Toast

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

Thanks for the menu update at Captain Cook's! Looking forward to the Tonga Toast

You're welcome.

 

[krbq]

Hello from California!!! I just want to thank each one of you for all the work you put into this thread and the boards in general! It is amazing!! I am brand new here and this is my first post-total newbie!!! My boyfriend and I are total Disneyland freaks and have been regularly attending for the past 13 years. We are planning our first trip to the World this September. We are staying at the Poly-of course! I have read this whole thread (which took a few lunch breaks, afternoon breaks and evenings to complete). I thought I was excited before- but everyone on this thread has me completely amped up for our trip and I feel as though my life has been consumed- but I think I am in good company with that.

Thanks so much again- and keep up the good work- I can use all the info I can get!!!!!

-Denise

PS- I love all the pictures and sigs- a little bit of personality in every post.

Denise-N-Mike, you will totally enjoy it! We've been to DL and loved it, but WDW is bigger, more spread out, and easier to get around. There's so much more to do you can stay a lot longer. The monorail is more efficient and drops you off at the main entrance instead of Tomorrowland (we just couldn't get used to that at DL!). We felt we had to walk a lot farther at DL, too. After a long day in the MK you'll be able to walk out the front gate and take a boat to the Poly OR take the monorail -- your choice! You'll love it! September is hot but crowds are low. Have a ball! Oh, yes, and welcome to the Dis Boards!

 

[MsStinkerBelle]

I sure am missing the Poly!! Now that we've stayed there, I can't imagine staying anywhere else!! Some of the actual Polynesian staff were on the look out for me because of my Polynesian last name (I'm half Samoan). It was pretty funny.

Sorry I'm so late with this (was moving this past week) but the photos of you and your beautiful family are WONDERFUL! Makes me really look forward to the Poly photo session DD8 and I will have in December. Can't wait to see more pictures from your trip!

And very cool about the Poly staff being on the lookout for you.

 

[BCV23]

Tess, it must be almost time for your trip. Have a great celebration vacation and


Aloha!!!!!

Let us know what is new at the Polynesian, please?

 

[Tess]

TESS!! I can't believe that my trip has come and gone, and that yours is fast approaching! I hope that you all have a wonderful time!!!

CONGRATULATIONS on your DDs (and your DSs!!!) accomplishments! That is definitely something to be proud of, and to brag about!!!

Can't wait to hear about your trip when you get back, and to see the new "2008 Polynesian Pout"!!

Tess, it must be almost time for your trip. Have a great celebration vacation and


Aloha!!!!!

Let us know what is new at the Polynesian, please?

Thanks so much for the well wishes. . .

Graduation went off without a hitch, but a few tears, our daughter gave a fantastic speech and she only cried a little when she thanked us, her parents--I did well, a few tears, but it was very touching. We are very proud of both of them.

I haven't been on in days because we have been so involved--just decided to check in tonight. We head to Detroit tomorrow afternoon and fly Wednesday--the excitement is building.

I will do my best to remember our Pout picture --it may be our last with the kids. . . We really need a vacation after all the hoopla of the last few weeks. Now if we can just get our son out of his Eeyore mood--he's missing his college . Hopefully he will cheer up when he gets there!

I'll give a full report when I return! Mahalo and ALOHA!

 

[TotalSnowWhite]

Sorry I'm so late with this (was moving this past week) but the photos of you and your beautiful family are WONDERFUL! Makes me really look forward to the Poly photo session DD8 and I will have in December. Can't wait to see more pictures from your trip!

And very cool about the Poly staff being on the lookout for you.

We had a great time!! The photo shoot is absolutely worth the time!! We got some really great pictures out of it.

Yeah, that was pretty funny!! Auntie kept introducing me to all the "natives," and they'd say "Oh, you're the Ma'ilo!!"


I will, at some point, write an actual TR, but here are some video highlights from our trip (with some Poly footage, of course!!).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FG78b8j2BGk

 

[krbq]

We had a great time!! The photo shoot is absolutely worth the time!! We got some really great pictures out of it.

Yeah, that was pretty funny!! Auntie kept introducing me to all the "natives," and they'd say "Oh, you're the Ma'ilo!!"


I will, at some point, write an actual TR, but here are some video highlights from our trip (with some Poly footage, of course!!).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FG78b8j2BGk

Thank you for sharing the video -- your keikis are adorable!

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

We had a great time!! The photo shoot is absolutely worth the time!! We got some really great pictures out of it.

Yeah, that was pretty funny!! Auntie kept introducing me to all the "natives," and they'd say "Oh, you're the Ma'ilo!!"


I will, at some point, write an actual TR, but here are some video highlights from our trip (with some Poly footage, of course!!).

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FG78b8j2BGk

That was a great video so thanks for posting it.