The *ALL NEW* Polynesian Resort FAQ thread - *APRIL 2009* - Page 245 - The DIS Discussion Forums

tarak · 09-15-2009, 10:20 AM

My sister bought me Facing Future by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole years ago. It's just gorgeous music.

mmmears · 09-15-2009, 10:24 AM

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Originally Posted by tarak

My sister bought me Facing Future by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole years ago. It's just gorgeous music.

Oh -- his music is wonderful!!!

Capt. Barbosa · 09-15-2009, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by tink_lover

Some of you have mentioned bringing Hawaiian music to listen to listen to in the rooms during your stay - I love the music that plays at the Poly and asked if there was a CD while we were there. Can anyone recommend any sites to get some similar Hawaiian music - or just sites you like in general?

I have the music loops from the Poly, but my file hosting site is down for repairs. I will see if I can find a different one when I get home.

koho · 09-15-2009, 10:46 AM

Does anyone know how long it take to get from the Poly to the WL using Disney transportation? We have ADR for Mickey's backyard BBQ our first night.

I am thinking it might be best to go to MK and take a boat to WL if that is possible. But if there is a faster way I would love to hear it.

Thanks

Capt. Barbosa · 09-15-2009, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by koho

Does anyone know how long it take to get from the Poly to the WL using Disney transportation? We have ADR for Mickey's backyard BBQ our first night.

I am thinking it might be best to go to MK and take a boat to WL if that is possible. But if there is a faster way I would love to hear it.

Thanks

Going to the MK and getting the boat launch to Fort Wilderness Campground will be your best bet for getting to Mickeys Backyard BBQ.

Kris74 · 09-15-2009, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by mmmears

I don't remember seeing a playground at the Poly, and we walked all over the resort...

As for the water play area, it's basically a little round concrete area with some water spouts that make water shoot out from the ground. Judging by all the little kids playing there, it's quite popular, but less crowded than the volcano pool. It's tucked away behind some shrubs, but it's kind of between the volcano pool, the Hawaii building, and the beach.

Hope this helps!

Is the concrete slippery when it gets wet?? I'm just curious if I should be packing water slippers for my little guy.

My DS would LOVE this and I'd feel better. My mil doesn't swim and ds LOVES the water so this would be a good distraction for him. We were hoping to do some thrill rides one or two afternoons while they relax at the resort.

Capt. Barbosa · 09-15-2009, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Kris74

Is the concrete slippery when it gets wet?? I'm just curious if I should be packing water slippers for my little guy.

My DS would LOVE this and I'd feel better. My mil doesn't swim and ds LOVES the water so this would be a good distraction for him. We were hoping to do some thrill rides one or two afternoons while they relax at the resort.

I would bring water slippers, the concrete although not smooth can be slippery. I saw a child at DTD take a pretty good spill at the one there.

Kris74 · 09-15-2009, 01:41 PM

Good to know. Thanks Capt Barbosa!!

mmmears · 09-15-2009, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Kris74

Is the concrete slippery when it gets wet?? I'm just curious if I should be packing water slippers for my little guy.

My DS would LOVE this and I'd feel better. My mil doesn't swim and ds LOVES the water so this would be a good distraction for him. We were hoping to do some thrill rides one or two afternoons while they relax at the resort.

Definitely bring water shoes -- it did look slippery!

Ronald Duck · 09-15-2009, 05:27 PM

...and as always it was looking spectacular!

I've posted the first third of my resort pics below...more to come in the next day or so.

Tess · 09-15-2009, 05:53 PM

Nice pictures Ronald Duck! It does look as lovely as ever. . .

CoachBagFanatic · 09-15-2009, 06:09 PM

Great pic's Ronald Duck. OK, I am a planner and we (DH and I) finally decided to give in and try the Poly in 2011. 2010 is already set as we are at the CR/BC. This will be a surprise for our DS13 who has always wanted (ever since he was 2) to stay at the Poly. The Poly really didn't appeal to us but after reading this thread and getting quite a bit of information, we caved in.

Ok, now I just have to keep my mouth shut for 655 days.

loperella · 09-15-2009, 06:17 PM

Gorgeous pics indeed! Everything looks so lush, tropical and relaxing.

I wasn't in love with the Poly but DH really wanted to stay there & my two boys wanted BC/SAB, sooooooo... we are getting the best of both with a split stay!!!

The Poly seems like the perfect way to "end" our vacation.

Ronald Duck · 09-15-2009, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by loperella

Gorgeous pics indeed! Everything looks so lush, tropical and relaxing.

I wasn't in love with the Poly but DH really wanted to stay there & my two boys wanted BC/SAB, sooooooo... we are getting the best of both with a split stay!!!

The Poly seems like the perfect way to "end" our vacation.

IMHO you couldn't do any better than BC/SAB the first half of your trip and the Poly the second half

mmmears · 09-15-2009, 06:46 PM

Ronald Duck -- thank you for posting the great photos of the Poly -- they make me want to go back there so badly!

09-15-2009, 10:20 AM	#3661
tarak DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: central PA Posts: 633	My sister bought me Facing Future by Israel Kamakawiwo'ole years ago. It's just gorgeous music. __________________ Our surprise trip to the World - now a TR!

09-15-2009, 10:46 AM	#3664
koho Why is the Rum always gone? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Kentucky Posts: 190	Does anyone know how long it take to get from the Poly to the WL using Disney transportation? We have ADR for Mickey's backyard BBQ our first night. I am thinking it might be best to go to MK and take a boat to WL if that is possible. But if there is a faster way I would love to hear it. Thanks __________________ Mark

09-15-2009, 05:27 PM	#3670
Ronald Duck Another Disney Fanatic Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: Oneonta, NY, USA Posts: 1,095	Back from paradise... ...and as always it was looking spectacular! I've posted the first third of my resort pics below...more to come in the next day or so. __________________

09-15-2009, 05:53 PM	#3671
Tess DIS Vet - 1997 Still thinking happy little thoughts. . . The Tag Fairy sees and loves Tess too! Join Date: Aug 1999 Location: A Buckeye in Wolverine Country Posts: 3,887	Nice pictures Ronald Duck! It does look as lovely as ever. . . __________________ Polynesian Pout 2010!!

09-15-2009, 06:09 PM	#3672
CoachBagFanatic My two Shiba babies :-) Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Somewhere between here and there!! Just as long as there is a Coach store in the middle I am happy :) Love the Dropkick Murphys!! Posts: 2,947	Great pic's Ronald Duck. OK, I am a planner and we (DH and I) finally decided to give in and try the Poly in 2011. 2010 is already set as we are at the CR/BC. This will be a surprise for our DS13 who has always wanted (ever since he was 2) to stay at the Poly. The Poly really didn't appeal to us but after reading this thread and getting quite a bit of information, we caved in. Ok, now I just have to keep my mouth shut for 655 days. __________________ TY mathgeek TY BCV23TY pas130

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09-15-2009, 01:41 PM	#3668
Kris74 Earning My Ears Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 68	Good to know. Thanks Capt Barbosa!!

09-15-2009, 06:17 PM	#3673
loperella Sunny Daze Join Date: May 2009 Location: ~State Of Indecision~ Posts: 316	Gorgeous pics indeed! Everything looks so lush, tropical and relaxing. I wasn't in love with the Poly but DH really wanted to stay there & my two boys wanted BC/SAB, sooooooo... we are getting the best of both with a split stay!!! The Poly seems like the perfect way to "end" our vacation. __________________ Sept. 2011 WL Oct. 2010 HRH Oct. 2009 BC/Poly CL Oct. 2008 RPR/HRH Me DH DS (12) DS (14)

09-15-2009, 06:46 PM	#3675
mmmears DIS Veteran Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: California Posts: 8,211	Ronald Duck -- thank you for posting the great photos of the Poly -- they make me want to go back there so badly! __________________ * Disneyland * Walt Disney World * Disneyland Paris ** Disney Wonder Bahamas * Disney Wonder Alaska * Grand Floridian Resort Animal Kingdom Lodge * Polynesian Resort * Yacht Club * Beach Club * Disneyland Hotel * Grand Californian Resort *

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