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Post #709145 by Hurricane Hayward on Sat, Feb 22, 2014 10:34 PM

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Lots of action at the Polynesian these days. Disney is finally announcing dates and details on the DVC renovations, but still no confirmation of Trader Sam's. Here's my blog on the latest news:
http://www.slammie.com/atomicgrog/blog/2014/02/17/disney-world-announces-refurbishment-schedule-for-polynesian-resort-but-no-word-on-trader-sams/

The highlights:

  • The Great Ceremonial House will be refurbished from March through December. Restaurants and shops will probably close as work progresses. Capt. Cook's (home of the Dole Whip) will be the first to close. The huge water feature is likely to be replaced. Or, as Disney says, "reimagined to highlight the cultural elements of Polynesia and provide more expansive views."
  • Reliable sources say Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar is expected to be completed by February 2015.
  • DVC construction is expected to continue until at least late 2015.

Follow my blog or the Tikiman Pages website (and Facebook page) for updates.