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

[shyjade]

Okay.

Really? Even the marina? Cool.

But Hawaii's garden view are CL Garden view, right?

Yes

 

[BCV23]

Okay.

Really? Even the marina? Cool.

But Hawaii's garden view are CL Garden view, right?

Right. As you said, Hawaii is club level and Tonga is too but is all suites.

 

[Mocharilla]

Right. As you said, Hawaii is club level and Tonga is too but is all suites.

Alrighty.

Thanks so much for the help!

 

[team disney]

Good Morning Everyone!!!

It's been a couple days since I've been able to get on here and say hello....but we've been a little busy!

I'll start with MNSSHP, What a blast we had!! We left the resort at 4ish all decked out in our pirate costumes and we were a hit from the get go. People were pointing and watching us walk over to the monorail the entire way. I was a little shy in the beginning, but that soon subsided and we actually started playing the role of pirates just to have a little fun!!

We arrived at the MK and again, a lot of comments and looks. Then it started...little kids coming up to DH and asking him to shake hands with them since they loved Capt. Jack! Then there were many, many requests for pics of us from other guests. At one point they were lined up and we had to stand a pose for a good 5 mins. Finally, we arrived at the Plaza for dinner and while sitting waiting, again had many requests for pics. Some even joined in the photo and had their pic taken with us. (the whole pic thing was crazy to me...I DO NOT like my pic taken to begin with, but I went along anyway!)

The party got started and it was great. Not crowded at all. Candy was a plenty and the rides were walk on. Fireworks were amazing as was the parade. Capt Jack saw us from the parade and bowed to my DH and posed for me to take pictures!! Overall, it was an amazing night!

I met Inkedupmoma, a fellow DISer on the monorail back to the Poly. Hi, it was nice talking with you and your DH. I hope you all had a great trip!!

Slept in a bit yesterday and then went to Epcot around 10. It was quiet, wait times were minimal when we got there. Soarin' was only 15 mins. We had a 1120 lunch at Garden Grill, so we grabbed fast passes before we ate. Lunch was great and the characters were amazing!! My DS 7 loves Chip and Dale so this is a must for us so he can see them. As we were being seated, Dale grabbed DS's hand and walked him to our seat. He was SO excited. Everytime Chip or Dale came to our table, they spent an extra few minutes with him, playing games and even asking for Kyle if they could come home with him. It was awesome!!! We did the Disney Visa photopass meet and greet with Mickey, Minnie and Goofy. That was great as well. When we went and got our 2 free photos (DH and I have seperate cards), we were able to choose any photo we wanted, so we chose 2 from the party the night before. I will post pics later of everything!!!

Last night we went to La Nouba! If you haven't seen this and get the opportunity.....GO!!! Worth every cent we spent on tickets!! DH said we might go back in January when him and I come back down without the boys! I wouldn't complain one bit about it!!

We shopped after the show and DTD was pretty crowded, no surprise. We grabbed a bite to eat at Earl of Sandwich and got back the room about 1030.

Today we are off to BB again. Hopefully my luck at the waterparks this year will take a turn for the better! Tonight it's the MK and finally Spectro!! Cant be out voted this time, our last day is tomorrow and I can't believe I haven't seen it yet!!

I hope everyone has a magical day!!!!!!!!

I am so glad the MNSHHP was a hit! (The costumes too!)
Tell me about the candy.... LOL what are they giving out this year?

 

[Shell54]

Getting ready to go..early Sunday! I can't believe how clueless I was back in June when I joined the Dis. Thanks everyone for all the advice and just reading all your posts here on the Poly board. I must say it's a fun, nice, never snarky group So thanks all for making my first trip so much easier to plan..special props to Seaspray,BCV23, MsStinkerBelle and CR Resort Fan for Life for being sooo helpful .
I promise to fill ya all in when I get back

 

[Tess]

Getting ready to go..early Sunday! I can't believe how clueless I was back in June when I joined the Dis. Thanks everyone for all the advice and just reading all your posts here on the Poly board. I must say it's a fun, nice, never snarky group So thanks all for making my first trip so much easier to plan..special props to Seaspray,BCV23, MsStinkerBelle and CR Resort Fan for Life for being sooo helpful .
I promise to fill ya all in when I get back

Have a great trip! We will look forward to hearing all about it!

 

[BCV23]

Shell54, have a wonderful trip and aloha!

Thanks for the kind words. I love this thread. It's a great group of people who capture the spirit of 'Ohana!

 

[CR Resort Fan 4 Life]

Getting ready to go..early Sunday! I can't believe how clueless I was back in June when I joined the Dis. Thanks everyone for all the advice and just reading all your posts here on the Poly board. I must say it's a fun, nice, never snarky group So thanks all for making my first trip so much easier to plan..special props to Seaspray,BCV23, MsStinkerBelle and CR Resort Fan for Life for being sooo helpful .
I promise to fill ya all in when I get back

You're welcome and have a great time.

 

[cmesq61]

I am so excited about our trip--IN 5 DAYS I'll be sitting on the Poly beach RIGHT NOW relaxing with a cocktail!! Can't sleep and can't pack cause everyone else is sleeping. How can they sleep when we leave IN 5 DAYS!!

 

[zoie101]

you live in Punxsy?? How long have you lived in the area? My inlaws are still there and my family lived there for four generations!

My mom was born in juneau, we lived in Crawfordtown for years then moved to pine Stree in the boro, now we live in Big Run. had have been there for 17 years or so!
We have many generations in this area as well!

 

[zoie101]

you live in Punxsy?? How long have you lived in the area? My inlaws are still there and my family lived there for four generations!

Oh by the way, My sister in law lives in Richmond and i quess so does my aunt and uncle!

 

[PNO4TE]

My mom was born in juneau, we lived in Crawfordtown for years then moved to pine Stree in the boro, now we live in Big Run. had have been there for 17 years or so!
We have many generations in this area as well!

I grew up on Woodland Avenue in the East End and my DH grew up on Jenks Hill on Park Avenue. He has an aunt and cousins who live on Pine Street! How fascinating!

 

[PNO4TE]

Oh by the way, My sister in law lives in Richmond and i quess so does my aunt and uncle!

Our older DD just moved from Richmond to Boston and our younger DD just graduated from college... in Richmond.

We may have to get together and figure out if we know one another!

 

[Cinders Mum]

I'm getting nervous! We check in on the 15th of October and I still haven't received my paperwork AND my TA isn't responding to my email!!! YIKES

Not sure how early you guys get your paperwork, but if it is any consolation, it is not the be all and end all.

In the UK we do not get our packs, we take our confirmation with us, and our pack is there for us at check in.

Not long now till you are there..... have a magical vacation.

 

[luvthemouse71]

Our flight leaves in about 4 and a half hours..I can't wait to check in!! I'll be taking plenty of pics and will do a trip report when we get back..

 

[BCV23]

Our flight leaves in about 4 and a half hours..I can't wait to check in!! I'll be taking plenty of pics and will do a trip report when we get back..

You're on your way! Have a fantastic trip. Looking forward to those pics.

Aloha!

 

[nyyankeegirl]

Our flight leaves in about 4 and a half hours..I can't wait to check in!! I'll be taking plenty of pics and will do a trip report when we get back..

Have a wonderful time! Can't wait to hear about it when you get back!

 

[lillykat]

A week from today (in fact at this time!!!) we will be on the plane going to the poly!!!!

I'm so excited about taking DD for her first trip to WDW!!! I have been showing her rides on Youtube and some disney videos and claps and gets so excited when she sees mickey and minnie!!!

 

[Cinders Mum]

A week from today (in fact at this time!!!) we will be on the plane going to the poly!!!!

woohooo.... us too !!!

 

[nyyankeegirl]

I am so excited about our trip--IN 5 DAYS I'll be sitting on the Poly beach RIGHT NOW relaxing with a cocktail!! Can't sleep and can't pack cause everyone else is sleeping. How can they sleep when we leave IN 5 DAYS!!

CMESQ61 -- do you have any kids? Team Disney & I both have boys, and we were talking about being at the pool in the evenings. My kids are always looking for other kids to play/swim with. We will be checking in on the 27th. I think I have a pool night/watch Wishes from beach on Sun. the 28th. I'll have my LGMH somewhere on me. Say Hi if you see us!