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Walt Disney World Polynesian Village Resort Tour | Hotel Grounds, Pools & Food Locations

TheTimTracker
TheTimTracker
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👁️ 638K views📅 8 years ago⏱️ 36:29

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides an extensive tour of Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, covering the main lobby, dining options, pools, and various amenities. The tour begins in the Great Ceremonial House, where the creator highlights the monorail access, the recently renovated lobby, and the concierge services. Detailed looks are given to several dining locations, including Captain Cook's quick service, the Trader Sam's Grog Grotto bar, Kona Cafe, and the character breakfast at Ohana. The creator also explores the resort's retail spaces, such as the large gift shop and the Moana Mercantile. Outdoor features are a significant focus, including the Lava Pool with its volcano slide, the Oasis Pool, and the various beach areas. The creator offers specific advice regarding the best locations for viewing Magic Kingdom fireworks, noting that while the main beach is popular, other areas like Luau Cove may offer less crowded views. The video concludes with a walk through the DVC villas and a mention of the historical significance of a specific room in the Samoa longhouse, ultimately concluding that the resort offers enough activities to sustain a full vacation without visiting the theme parks.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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No strong opinion
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Solid Strip

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

this is one heck of a running trail as you start in the Grand Floridian and you run 1.8 miles round trip

Creator's Tips & Advice

For a better, less crowded view of the Magic Kingdom fireworks, head to Luau Cove instead of the main beach.
If you want a more relaxing time, visit the Tiki Terrace rather than the main Trader Sam's bar to avoid loud effects.
Use the many maps provided throughout the resort to help navigate the large grounds.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Resort size and navigationThe resort is large and can feel like you are walking in circles, but it is centrally located and maps are plentiful.
Monorail accessYou cannot walk directly from the outside drop-off to the monorail; you must go through the main lobby and upstairs.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhere are the best places to watch fireworks at the Polynesian Village Resort?
QWhat are the dining options available at the resort?
QHow do you get to the monorail from the lobby?
QAre there kid-friendly activities at the resort?

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