Anyone been to the Poly Luau lately?

MickeyEars · 05-10-2009

We're thinking of booking an ADR at the Poly Luau for our August trip; has anyone been lately?? How's the food? the show? my DD7 and DS8 really want to go see this.

tinkerbelle24 · 05-10-2009

I've never been but was thinking about it also. Its a toss up between this and HDR

MickeyEars · 05-10-2009

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Originally Posted by tinkerbelle24

I've never been but was thinking about it also. Its a toss up between this and HDR

We love HDR, but did it in August 2007; we're trying to do all new dining this trip.

tinkerbelle24 · 05-10-2009

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Originally Posted by MickeyEars

We love HDR, but did it in August 2007; we're trying to do all new dining this trip.

Us to but having a hard time coming up with things. Where are you thinking of?

mousemom · 05-10-2009

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Originally Posted by tinkerbelle24

I've never been but was thinking about it also. Its a toss up between this and HDR

HDR for sure, it is well worth the money.

MickeyEars · 05-10-2009

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Originally Posted by tinkerbelle24

Us to but having a hard time coming up with things. Where are you thinking of?

Not sure yet, I need to get rolling on this though, I can make ADR's on 5/27.

keljen · 05-10-2009

We did the Luau once. It was good and worth doing once but I don't think we will be going back again

dixie · 05-10-2009

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Originally Posted by keljen

We did the Luau once. It was good and worth doing once but I don't think we will be going back again

That's just how we felt. It was nice, the food ok, the show was good, but the whole event I felt was very short. Also not much for little kids to keep their interest? We got it through free dining and I think I would have been a little more disappointed if we had paid. Dont mis-understand it was a very nice evening but not as good as other Disney dinner shows we have been to.

brit · 05-10-2009

We have been to it twice. The first time we were sat in the very back. It was hard to see the show. The food was ok but I've had much better at Disney. The second time we sat closer to the front and we could see allot better, but again the food was OK. Although my teen son and teen niece both enjoyed the show.

iluvwdw · 05-10-2009

A friend just got back from a trip to WDW last week. She went to the Luau for the first time. She said it would DEFINITELY be her last time.

She was "PO'd that she wasted 2 credits per person".

I went YEARS ago with DH when we were just dating...maybe 1998 or something like that. It was fun, but the food wasn't great and I found myself never wanting to go back.

I haven't been to HDDR but I can honestly tell you I have NEVER heard a bad review on that place!!!!!!! I can't wait to try it one of these trips!

Mickey Mom · 05-10-2009

We just did the Luau in April. It was our 3rd time doing the show and it was FABULOUS!!!! Our kids DS6, DD4 and DD2 loved it. They all got to go up on stage at the start of the show and learn the hula dance. The food was fantastic. It is by far one of the best shows we've done and each time we leave having had so much fun.

The more you get into the show, the better. We try to all wear something Luau like and it helps to get us in the mood. The kids get a real kick out of it too.

DS6 had such a good time that afterwards he searched the Polynesian store for a real grass skirt and asked if I would buy it for him. I did, and when we got back to our resort room he put on the skirt and gave us all a hula lesson. It was so funny, we've got it on tape to embarass him down the road!

When we got back from our trip, he went to school and the teacher asked his favorite things he did on his trip. Here's his list (remember a 6year old boy!) 1. Tower of Terror, 2. Indiana Jones, 3. Star Wars, 4. The Luau.

It is great and I highly recommend it. Remember, you have to try everything Disney once, and make up your own mind about it. Don't judge too much on other's opinions.

asp8tis · 05-10-2009

I also think the Luau is worth doing at least once. We were there on our honeymoon about 15 yrs. ago, and then again with the kids 3 years ago. We enjoyed it both times, but it's definitely not something I would do on every trip. We've always thought the food was good, and the show is enjoyable. The kids liked it. Our shy DS (5 at the time) went up on stage to do the hula, so that was really cute and made for some precious pictures!

We'll probably do it again in another 10 years or so.

iluvwdw · 05-11-2009

I have to agree, that you should try it for yourself so you can form your own opinion. Using this thread as an example, you can see all the different opinions. Everyone has different tastes and expectations. Although it was just so-so for me, it might be the best experience at WDW, in your opinion. I say go for it, try it...you might be glad you did.

MickeyEars · 05-11-2009

Thanks all, but we've decided to do this on another trip. There are too many other places we've found that sound tasty and we don't want to use up 2 credits if we don't have to.

cowanfamily · 05-11-2009

We made the same choice after putting this on our list to begin with. We usually do 2-3 of the double credit meals/shows, but this year we are sticking to singles except for Narcoosees. Maybe next time.

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MickeyEars Big Cheese Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: In the Mitten Posts: 950	Anyone been to the Poly Luau lately? We're thinking of booking an ADR at the Poly Luau for our August trip; has anyone been lately?? How's the food? the show? my DD7 and DS8 really want to go see this. __________________ Tiggerific is my DH 1994 October: Our Honeymoon: Beach Club Resort 1997 April: POFQ 2003 February: POFQ (first trip with the kids) / October: All Star Sports (our anniversary get-a-way) 2004 September: Coronado Springs (We survived Hurricane Jeanne) 2007 Jan: POFQ / Aug: Caribbean Beach 2008 August: All Star Sports (just me and DH ) December: Wilderness Lodge 2009 April: Pop Century (our surprise to the kids 1 day at the MK April 17th) August: Pop My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Next trip...when the Fantasyland refurb is finished.

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tinkerbelle24 Cant wait till MNSSHP Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: West Deptford NJ Posts: 5,445	Re: Anyone been to the Poly Luau lately? I've never been but was thinking about it also. Its a toss up between this and HDR __________________ Always looking for a reason to go to Disney! 1992~CBR 2001~CBR 2003~ASMovies 05~ASMovies 07~ASSports March08~my Bday trip Best Western Lakeside May08~ POR Dec08~ Disney Hilton Head Island Dec08/Jan09~ SSR Sept09~Madisons Bday trip Pop Century My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Madisons bday in Disney,MNSSHP, Ohanas,Kona for the first time,MB meet,BBB for the first time and the list goes on Having a blast with Madison for her 9 day non stop bday party

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brit Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: New York....A long way from Disney Posts: 322	Re: Anyone been to the Poly Luau lately? We have been to it twice. The first time we were sat in the very back. It was hard to see the show. The food was ok but I've had much better at Disney. The second time we sat closer to the front and we could see allot better, but again the food was OK. Although my teen son and teen niece both enjoyed the show. __________________ :Brit JUNE 1973 Off site 2003 Coronado OCT. 2005 Caribbean Beach FEB. 2007 Coronado Coronado Dec. 09 My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Countdown to Disney's Merry Christmas Vacation Trip 21 days 9 hours 0 minutes

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iluvwdw BLT for me! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Floral Park Village (Long Island), NY Posts: 7,412	Re: Anyone been to the Poly Luau lately? A friend just got back from a trip to WDW last week. She went to the Luau for the first time. She said it would DEFINITELY be her last time. She was "PO'd that she wasted 2 credits per person". I went YEARS ago with DH when we were just dating...maybe 1998 or something like that. It was fun, but the food wasn't great and I found myself never wanting to go back. I haven't been to HDDR but I can honestly tell you I have NEVER heard a bad review on that place!!!!!!! I can't wait to try it one of these trips! __________________ Kim LIFE IS JUST BETTER WHEN YOU HAVE A DISNEY TRIP PLANNED! 1997 Double Tree ~ 1998 Vistana ~ 1999 April Vistana ~ 1999 July Vistana ~ 1999 Sept All Star Movies ~ 2000 Vistana ~ 2001 Vistana ~ 2002 Vistana ~ 2003 Aug Vistana ~ 2003 Dec All Star Sports, Polynesian & OKW ~ 2004 Feb Vistana ~ 2004 Dec Vistana ~ 2005 Vistana/All Star Music 2006 SSR and Vistana Villages ~ 2007 Sheraton Safari, Vistana, POP Century ~ 2008 Vistana Villages, Animal Kingdom Villas My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our First Stay at BLT as DVC Members - President's Week 2010! 81 days 23 hours 0 minutes

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Mickey Mom Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canada Posts: 416	Re: Anyone been to the Poly Luau lately? We just did the Luau in April. It was our 3rd time doing the show and it was FABULOUS!!!! Our kids DS6, DD4 and DD2 loved it. They all got to go up on stage at the start of the show and learn the hula dance. The food was fantastic. It is by far one of the best shows we've done and each time we leave having had so much fun. The more you get into the show, the better. We try to all wear something Luau like and it helps to get us in the mood. The kids get a real kick out of it too. DS6 had such a good time that afterwards he searched the Polynesian store for a real grass skirt and asked if I would buy it for him. I did, and when we got back to our resort room he put on the skirt and gave us all a hula lesson. It was so funny, we've got it on tape to embarass him down the road! When we got back from our trip, he went to school and the teacher asked his favorite things he did on his trip. Here's his list (remember a 6year old boy!) 1. Tower of Terror, 2. Indiana Jones, 3. Star Wars, 4. The Luau. It is great and I highly recommend it. Remember, you have to try everything Disney once, and make up your own mind about it. Don't judge too much on other's opinions. __________________ Dream Disney Dreams!! Next Trip...March 2010 POFQ! 2009 CB Pirate Room! 2008 Disneyland Hotel Disneyland 1st trip w/o the kids! 2008 POFQ 2007 ASMovie/Sport 1st visit w/2nd DD! 2006 POR 1st visit w/DD! 2004 POR 1st visit w/DS! 2002 WL 1st visit w/DH! 1998 CS 1997 ASSport/POR 1996 POR 1995 POR 1994 POR 1993 CB 1992 POR 1990 CB 1988 FW 1st Trip to DisneyWorld 1978 Offsite 1st Trip to Disneyland - 2years old and hooked already!! My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our Next Disney Dream Come True!! 117 days 14 hours 0 minutes

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asp8tis Big Cheese Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Chicago Suburbs, IL Posts: 933	Re: Anyone been to the Poly Luau lately? I also think the Luau is worth doing at least once. We were there on our honeymoon about 15 yrs. ago, and then again with the kids 3 years ago. We enjoyed it both times, but it's definitely not something I would do on every trip. We've always thought the food was good, and the show is enjoyable. The kids liked it. Our shy DS (5 at the time) went up on stage to do the hula, so that was really cute and made for some precious pictures! We'll probably do it again in another 10 years or so. __________________ Allison 2009-POR 2008-POFQ 2006-POFQ & POP 2004-POFQ 2003-AS Music 2001-Coronado Springs 1997-Off Site 1995-Dixie Landings 1994-Dixie Landings 1970's & 1980's-Contemporary My Disney Countdown Counting down to: We're going back to WDW!! Celebrating with family at friends at WDW!!

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iluvwdw BLT for me! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Floral Park Village (Long Island), NY Posts: 7,412	Re: Anyone been to the Poly Luau lately? I have to agree, that you should try it for yourself so you can form your own opinion. Using this thread as an example, you can see all the different opinions. Everyone has different tastes and expectations. Although it was just so-so for me, it might be the best experience at WDW, in your opinion. I say go for it, try it...you might be glad you did. __________________ Kim LIFE IS JUST BETTER WHEN YOU HAVE A DISNEY TRIP PLANNED! 1997 Double Tree ~ 1998 Vistana ~ 1999 April Vistana ~ 1999 July Vistana ~ 1999 Sept All Star Movies ~ 2000 Vistana ~ 2001 Vistana ~ 2002 Vistana ~ 2003 Aug Vistana ~ 2003 Dec All Star Sports, Polynesian & OKW ~ 2004 Feb Vistana ~ 2004 Dec Vistana ~ 2005 Vistana/All Star Music 2006 SSR and Vistana Villages ~ 2007 Sheraton Safari, Vistana, POP Century ~ 2008 Vistana Villages, Animal Kingdom Villas My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our First Stay at BLT as DVC Members - President's Week 2010! 81 days 23 hours 0 minutes

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MickeyEars Big Cheese Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: In the Mitten Posts: 950	Re: Anyone been to the Poly Luau lately? Thanks all, but we've decided to do this on another trip. There are too many other places we've found that sound tasty and we don't want to use up 2 credits if we don't have to. __________________ Tiggerific is my DH 1994 October: Our Honeymoon: Beach Club Resort 1997 April: POFQ 2003 February: POFQ (first trip with the kids) / October: All Star Sports (our anniversary get-a-way) 2004 September: Coronado Springs (We survived Hurricane Jeanne) 2007 Jan: POFQ / Aug: Caribbean Beach 2008 August: All Star Sports (just me and DH ) December: Wilderness Lodge 2009 April: Pop Century (our surprise to the kids 1 day at the MK April 17th) August: Pop My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Next trip...when the Fantasyland refurb is finished.

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cowanfamily Big Cheese Join Date: May 2008 Location: The Deep South Posts: 843	Re: Anyone been to the Poly Luau lately? We made the same choice after putting this on our list to begin with. We usually do 2-3 of the double credit meals/shows, but this year we are sticking to singles except for Narcoosees. Maybe next time. __________________ 2005 All Star Movies - FREE DINING 2006 POP Century - FREE DINING 2008 POP Century - FREE DINING- SEPT. 1-13 2009 POP Century - Free Dining - Sept. 22-Oct.4 My Disney Countdown Counting down to: 13 Days in the World! with Free Dining POP Again We're there!

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