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Things at Disney World are constantly changing.
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Whether you’re looking to stay at a Disney hotel during your next visit, or just looking to stop by to grab a meal at one of the hotel restaurants, these are the 5 updates that could change your vacation plans.
This week is off to a busy start, with the MAJOR announcement that the reopening of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort would be delayed until 2021 for refurbishment. With the popular Monorail resort not reopening for Guests until summer 2021, that leaves many travelers with upcoming reservations without a resort to stay at.
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
So, what exactly happens when you are booked at a Disney World Resort hotel that doesn’t open? Believe it or not, this isn’t the first time Disney has had to deal with this sort of situation in 2020, and who knows if this is the last time they’ll make this sort of announcement this year! This is 2020, after all, and anything can happen!
We’ve seen lots of news related to Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort announced lately.
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Earlier today, we shared that the resort would remain closed until 2021. We also learned that the Polynesian’s guest rooms will soon be receiving a Moana-inspired makeover. Now, we’ve got some news about the monorail station at the Polynesian.
Earlier today, we shared with you that Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort would be delaying its reopening until 2021.
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
We also learned that the reopening was delayed to create an opportunity to finish some refurbishment work at Polynesian. Now, we’ve got some more details on a whole new theme that will be coming to the Polynesian as part of the refurbishment.
Disney World has been open for almost two months, but there’s still much of the property that remains closed.
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
Many Disney World resort hotels are open or have reopening dates set, some are partially open to DVC members, and some do not have a reopening timeframe at all. Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, for instance, has availability at the DVC Villas and Bungalows right now but wasn’t set to fully open until next October. Now, that reopening has been delayed.
We’ve seen lots of spots reopening around Walt Disney World lately.
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But others are still closed. We’ve even seen some spots open, close, and then reopen. But we’re particularly surprised that three fan-favorite restaurants have not yet reopened!
Whether you’re looking to drink a delicious Lapu Lapu or enjoy some chicken nugget sushi (YES! This is a REAL thing!), Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort has some seriously delicious options.
Kids’ Sushi
Well, now, you may be able to experience Kona Cafe and another Disney resort restaurant with a little less advance planning thanks to a special option on the My Disney Experience App.
As Disney World continues to reopen its dining locations around the parks, we’ve seen a few changes in different restaurants.
Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort
While the parks will be reducing their hours even further (though a few dining locations will remain open after the daily closures!), the actual experiences IN restaurants are somewhat different with the latest health and safety regulations. Although there are limited menus, distanced seating, and other updated measures in restaurants, there have also been modifications to bars around Disney World. And now, another Disney Worl bar has reopened.
A trip to Disney World is going to look a little different in the short-term, including dining at our favorite restaurants!
Closed Table
When it comes to choosing what to eat at a reopened Disney World, you may have to re-strategize a bit to choose what’s best for you and your family! Many of our old favorite tips don’t apply right now, so we’ve got a new and improved batch of tricks for you! Here are some tips to consider when making dining reservations and choosing where to eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout a reopened Disney World!
Who’s thirsty for some Lapu Lapus, Backscratchers, and Puka Punch?
Lapu Lapu at Disney’s Polynesian Resort
It’s OFFICIAL! Tambu Lounge is set to reopen this Sunday! According to Disney World’s website, the bar which sits adjacent to ‘Ohana on the upper level of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort’s lobby will be open from 4PM to 11PM daily beginning August 16th!
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