Disney's Polynesian Village Resort | Overview & Advice | Walt Disney World

Imagination Skyway

Matthew Krul

History, Society & Culture, Places & Travel, Kids & Family

5 • 830 Ratings

🗓️ 8 March 2025

⏱️ 43 minutes

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Summary

Disney's Polynesian Village Resort opened at Walt Disney World on October 1, 1971, making it only one of two opening day hotels on property (the other is Disney's Contemporary Resort; Fort Wilderness Campground opened at a month later). Inspired by the South Pacific, Disney's Polynesian Village Resort feels like its own tropical oasis on Seven Seas Lagoon (a short monorail or boat ride away from Magic Kingdom). With world-class restaurants and lounges ('Ohana, Kona Cafe, Trader Sam's and more), iconic pools, breathtaking views, a wide range of unique room options (including honeymoon suites and Bora Bora Bungalows), and a rich history at Walt Disney World, Polynesian is a fan-favorite resort. In this episode, we discuss everything you need to know about staying at this deluxe-level resort, share reasons why you might want to stay here, and offer suggestions about how to make the most of your stay. And stay tuned because our next podcast episode will feature more information specifically about Island Tower, the newest addition to this resort and part of the Disney Vacation Club portfolio of hotels. To plan a trip, be sure to work with KMV Travel. Get bonus content, ad-free episodes, and more at patreon.com/imaginationskyway. Tag me and join the conversation below. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@imaginationskyway Instagram: www.instagram.com/imaginationskyway Facebook Group (ImagiNation): https://www.facebook.com/groups/imaginationskyway Facebook: www.facebook.com/imaginationskyway TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@imaginationskyway Threads: https://www.threads.net/@imaginationskyway Twitter: www.twitter.com/skywaypodcast Email: [email protected] How to Support the Show Share the podcast with your friends Rate and review on iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-imagineerpodcasts-podcast/id1244558092 Join our Patreon Group - https://www.patreon.com/imaginationskyway Purchase merchandise - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/imagineer-podcast?ref_id=8929 Enjoy the show!

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0:00.0	This episode is sponsored by KMV Travel, a boutique travel agency that helps families plan personalized vacations and create unforgettable memories on land and at sea.
0:10.1	You can learn more and start planning your next vacation by visiting KMVTravel.comination Skyway, your grand podcast tour of the magic.
0:44.3	I'm your host, Matthew Krall.
0:46.1	And today we are continuing our Disney Resort Collection series with a very special episode
0:51.4	recorded live from Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, our topic,
0:56.6	for today's discussion. In fact, we recorded two separate episodes on this property.
1:02.7	The first is focused on the great ceremonial house and the long houses and Bora Bora bungalos
1:08.7	that are part of what we'll call the classic side of this
1:11.8	opening day resort hotel. Then stay tuned for the following episode, which focuses exclusively
1:18.0	on Island Tower, the newest addition to Disney Vacation Club that opened on December 17th,
1:24.6	2024. In both episodes, you'll, I hope,
1:28.2	enjoy the ambience of Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
1:32.1	and the distant sounds of Sevencies Lagoon
1:34.7	and Magic Kingdom Park.
1:36.1	Needless to say, I had an amazing time recording these episodes
1:39.5	with Kelly Craig from KMV Travel,
1:42.0	and I sincerely hope you find our discussion,
1:44.0	not only informative,
1:45.1	but also very enjoyable. At the end of the show, we'll return to Imagination Central,
1:49.7	where I'll share ways in which you can stay connected with Imagination Skyway, how you can discuss
1:53.9	this topic with others, and how you could help support and inspire the future of this show.
1:59.3	Please remain seated, keep your hands and arms inside the podcast at all times.
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