Staying at the Polynesian Island Tower Duo Studio with a Toddler

on June 19, 2025

The Duo Studios at the Polynesian Island Tower are the smallest room type at the Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.  They can sleep up to two adults. However, you are also allowed to include a child under the age of 3. With such a small space, how well does this work? Sleeping Arrangements Though the room may […]

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When Is the Best Time to Sell a DVC Contract?

on March 27, 2025

Unlike most other timeshare contracts, Disney Vacation Club contracts retain a strong resale value.  There are many reasons why people sell their DVC contract that have nothing to do with dissatisfaction with DVC, so when you are ready to part with your contract, when is the best time to sell? To Avoid Annual Dues Annual […]

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Which DVC Restaurants Will Your Kids Love?

on February 13, 2025

Have your theme park habits evolved since you joined the Disney Vacation Club program? I know that mine have. Before I became a member, I’d spend every waking hour at the parks, trying to squeeze every minute of magic from my vacation.  Nowadays, I enjoy hanging out at DVC resorts nearly as much as riding […]

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Can You Visit the Polynesian Island Tower?

on February 12, 2025

There’s so much excitement around the new Island Tower at the Polynesian Villas & Bungalows!  If you’re visiting Disney World, you may be interested in checking out the tower even if you aren’t staying there.  However, it’s important to note that only some areas are open to visitors.  Here’s what you need to know! Open […]

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What Are the Booking Options at the Island Tower?

on February 10, 2025

You’re facing a choice now at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. It’s the good kind of choice, though. There are no wrong answers when you decide where to stay at the Poly.  You can pick the classic Studios or Bungalows. Alternatively, you can select the new hotness, the Studios and Villas at the next expansion […]

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What Are the Booking Options at the Polynesian?

on February 6, 2025

The Island Tower has opened at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. You’re understandably wondering whether you should choose the splashy new expansion tower or the classic Disney Vacation Club hotel rooms.  For this reason, we’ll do something a bit different this time. This will be a two-part evaluation of the hotel’s expanded choices now that […]

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A Closer Look at the Latest Polynesian Points Chart

on January 7, 2025

With the addition of the Island Tower, the Polynesian Villas & Bungalows points chart has gotten much larger!  Besides the inclusion of the new room types such as the Duo Studio, One Bedroom Villa, Two Bedroom Villa, and Two Bedroom Penthouse, here’s what to know about the updated 2025 and new 2026 Polynesian points charts. […]

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Menu Revealed for Wailulu Bar & Grill at the Polynesian Island Tower

on December 10, 2024

Get ready for some exciting new dishes at the Polynesian when Wailulu Bar & Grill opens at the new Island Tower on December 17!  With its name influenced by the Hawaiian words “wai” for water and “lulu” for calm, the restaurant is located along the shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon.   Wailulu Bar & Grill […]

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Comparing Polynesian Accommodations: Two Bedroom Villa, Bungalow, or Penthouse Villa

on November 7, 2024

With the addition of the Island Tower to the Polynesian, DVC Members have more room types to choose from.  If you have more than 5 guests, the Bora Bora Bungalows are no longer the only other option.  The Island Tower adds One Bedroom Villas, Two Bedroom Villas, and even a Two Bedroom Penthouse Villa.  When […]

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What Are the Differences Between the Original Polynesian Deluxe Studios and Those at the Island Tower?

on October 4, 2024

With the Island Tower at the Polynesian Villas & Bungalows opening at the end of the year, more rooms are being added, including more Deluxe Studios. Since the Polynesian already has Deluxe Studios, what are the differences between the original ones in the longhouses and the new ones in the Island Tower? Capacity Aside from […]

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