The *ALL NEW* Polynesian Resort FAQ thread - *APRIL 2009* - Page 103 - The DIS Discussion Forums

sandym718 · 05-16-2009, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by lissiesmum

Too bad! I would have loved to have met one of my fellow dis'ers! I attached a LGMH to my backpack, but not one person noticed, nor did I see anyone elses

Wasn't the torch lighting ceremony great? It was short and sweet, and something you don't get to see every day!

It WAS great! That was our first night, and we had a 6:20 ADR at Kona, so the timing was perfect. The kids loved it!! I never did get a LGMH, and I'll admit...I forgot to be on the lookout too!!

ksjayhawkfan · 05-16-2009, 06:52 PM

So Im sitting at the hotel at the airport! We catch our flight in the morning and tomorrow at this time I hope to be either at the pool or on my way to MK...havent decided yet LOL

Thank you all so much for all of the info here in this thread! I will try and post updates and pictures the next 7 days!

dancemomnj · 05-16-2009, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ksjayhawkfan

So Im sitting at the hotel at the airport! We catch our flight in the morning and tomorrow at this time I hope to be either at the pool or on my way to MK...havent decided yet LOL

Thank you all so much for all of the info here in this thread! I will try and post updates and pictures the next 7 days!

Have a great trip!

mickey2minnie1 · 05-16-2009, 07:31 PM

Hi everyone! I just noticed on Tikiman's site that they have eliminated the CL menu postings for the evenings.

I am saddened by this because it is our first time and a surprise for my parents. I was planning our dining out at our favorite ressies by their nightly menu. There are particular things I really want to be be there for to try. Anyone have a thought as to why they decided to not have it??

Regardless I am soooo excited to be going in October!

Love the pics of the GV. That is what we have booked for. I can understand why you would want to switch with the tree. I would want to see the rest of the beautiful grounds from my sliders as well.

mmmears · 05-16-2009, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ksjayhawkfan

So Im sitting at the hotel at the airport! We catch our flight in the morning and tomorrow at this time I hope to be either at the pool or on my way to MK...havent decided yet LOL

Thank you all so much for all of the info here in this thread! I will try and post updates and pictures the next 7 days!

Have a wonderful trip! Enjoy the magic. And I'll be checking in to read your updates!

Quote:

Originally Posted by mickey2minnie1

Hi everyone! I just noticed on Tikiman's site that they have eliminated the CL menu postings for the evenings.

I am saddened by this because it is our first time and a surprise for my parents. I was planning our dining out at our favorite ressies by their nightly menu. There are particular things I really want to be be there for to try. Anyone have a thought as to why they decided to not have it??

Regardless I am soooo excited to be going in October!

Love the pics of the GV. That is what we have booked for. I can understand why you would want to switch with the tree. I would want to see the rest of the beautiful grounds from my sliders as well.

I don't know why the menu was eliminated, but I will let you know that the Poly had changed some of the offerings, so it was similar to what Tikiman had posted, but not as good (IMO). Like, instead of the Kona macadamia chicken breast, they had wings from the Luau. And instead of the Kona salad (which sounded great) there was just a plain one. Maybe Tikiman realized that things had changed and didn't want to have the old stuff up. Just a guess, though.

BreezysMom · 05-16-2009, 08:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mickey2minnie1

Hi everyone! I just noticed on Tikiman's site that they have eliminated the CL menu postings for the evenings.

I am saddened by this because it is our first time and a surprise for my parents. I was planning our dining out at our favorite ressies by their nightly menu. There are particular things I really want to be be there for to try. Anyone have a thought as to why they decided to not have it??

Regardless I am soooo excited to be going in October!

Love the pics of the GV. That is what we have booked for. I can understand why you would want to switch with the tree. I would want to see the rest of the beautiful grounds from my sliders as well.

Apparently they are still serving the same offerings, just not on set evenings like they used to and maybe a new offering here and there. That is probably why Steve took it down. No one really knows what will be served on what evenings anymore.

simplymama · 05-16-2009, 09:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ksjayhawkfan

So Im sitting at the hotel at the airport! We catch our flight in the morning and tomorrow at this time I hope to be either at the pool or on my way to MK...havent decided yet LOL

Thank you all so much for all of the info here in this thread! I will try and post updates and pictures the next 7 days!

Can't wait to see your photos. Have a wonderful trip:-)

dancemomnj · 05-17-2009, 09:29 AM

This will be my 3rd trip to the Poly and I have never done or seen the torch lighting. Can you tell me about it? Thank you!

mmmears · 05-17-2009, 09:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dancemomnj

This will be my 3rd trip to the Poly and I have never done or seen the torch lighting. Can you tell me about it? Thank you!

I thought it would just be a quick blow of a conch shell and someone lighting a torch!

Well, I was wrong, and so glad that we took the time to watch it one night. It started in the lobby with a blowing of a conch shell, but then we went out to the front, and the performer (from the luau, I think) did a whole fire dance with the flaming torch, spun it around, and did a few other tricks. It was a really fun mini-show! Definitely worth checking out -- I highly recommend it!

dancemomnj · 05-17-2009, 09:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mmmears

I thought it would just be a quick blow of a conch shell and someone lighting a torch!

Well, I was wrong, and so glad that we took the time to watch it one night. It started in the lobby with a blowing of a conch shell, but then we went out to the front, and the performer (from the luau, I think) did a whole fire dance with the flaming torch, spun it around, and did a few other tricks. It was a really fun mini-show! Definitely worth checking out -- I highly recommend it!

Thank you! I will make my dining plans around it one night to see it!

crate1 · 05-17-2009, 10:04 AM

Does anyone know if there is Wi-fi available anywhere in the hotel?

huntconn · 05-17-2009, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mickey2minnie1

Hi everyone! I just noticed on Tikiman's site that they have eliminated the CL menu postings for the evenings.

I am saddened by this because it is our first time and a surprise for my parents. I was planning our dining out at our favorite ressies by their nightly menu. There are particular things I really want to be be there for to try. Anyone have a thought as to why they decided to not have it??

Regardless I am soooo excited to be going in October!

Love the pics of the GV. That is what we have booked for. I can understand why you would want to switch with the tree. I would want to see the rest of the beautiful grounds from my sliders as well.

Yes, there is no longer a set menu in the lounge. This really stinks for our family because we always made our ADR's around the nights that we did not like the offerings in the lounge. Particularly the sushi on Mondays...yuk!

OandA · 05-17-2009, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by crate1

Does anyone know if there is Wi-fi available anywhere in the hotel?

No wireless. Wired internet is an additional charge of 10-15 per 24 hours I believe.

BreezysMom · 05-17-2009, 02:05 PM

So, my laundry is done, my house is spotless I am ready to go

Too bad I have to wait until September.

Have a great trip to those of you getting ready to go and welcome back to returning Poly lovers.

I am looking forward to trip reports.

Susiesnowflake · 05-17-2009, 03:28 PM

BreezysMom, just have to say that you made me laugh... "laundry is done, my house is spotless, I am ready to go. Too bad I have to wait until September." At least you get to go back to the Poly sooner than me. I have to wait til late Nov!

05-16-2009, 07:31 PM	#1534
mickey2minnie1 DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,695	Hi everyone! I just noticed on Tikiman's site that they have eliminated the CL menu postings for the evenings. I am saddened by this because it is our first time and a surprise for my parents. I was planning our dining out at our favorite ressies by their nightly menu. There are particular things I really want to be be there for to try. Anyone have a thought as to why they decided to not have it?? Regardless I am soooo excited to be going in October! Love the pics of the GV. That is what we have booked for. I can understand why you would want to switch with the tree. I would want to see the rest of the beautiful grounds from my sliders as well. __________________ June 2013 6 nights Reunion/5 nights Poly GVCL Nov/Dec 2010 5 nights at the Poly with my 3 children June 2010 3 nights at the Poly w/ DH Oct/Nov 2009 8 nights at the Poly GVCL Oct/Nov 2007 9 nights at the Poly Me DH DS 16 DS 13 DD 10 Sebastian 5

05-17-2009, 09:29 AM	#1538
dancemomnj DIS Veteran Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 868	This will be my 3rd trip to the Poly and I have never done or seen the torch lighting. Can you tell me about it? Thank you! __________________ DD9 DD7 Nov. 2006 POFQJuly 2007 PolyAug. 2008 PolyAug. 2009 Poly [img]http://www.********************/timers/tickers/bszvx4mxuuxpj4gc.png[/img]

05-17-2009, 02:05 PM	#1544
BreezysMom DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Western Subs, Chicago Posts: 1,622	So, my laundry is done, my house is spotless I am ready to go Too bad I have to wait until September. Have a great trip to those of you getting ready to go and welcome back to returning Poly lovers. I am looking forward to trip reports. __________________ DH Me (Teri) DD (11) Poly Maeve Oct 2007 Poly~ Dec 2008 Poly CL~ Oct 2009 Poly CL~ Oct 2011 Poly CL~ Aug 2012 Poly CL

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Susiesnowflake DIS Veteran Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Maine Posts: 1,402	BreezysMom, just have to say that you made me laugh... "laundry is done, my house is spotless, I am ready to go. Too bad I have to wait until September." At least you get to go back to the Poly sooner than me. I have to wait til late Nov!