Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
The Polynesian opened alongside Magic Kingdom on October 1, 1971 — one of only two original Walt Disney World resorts. Its Great Ceremonial House lobby still hosts 'Ohana and Trader Sam's Grog Grotto, and the resort's own monorail station puts Magic Kingdom a direct ride away with no bus transfer.
Monorail access, the best resort beach on Seven Seas Lagoon, and fireworks views from the sand with the soundtrack piped in.
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Ride the monorail to Magic Kingdom before rope drop — the Polynesian's station beats the bus lines from other resorts.
Trader Sam's Grog Grotto doesn't take reservations — line up right at opening if you want a seat inside, not the patio.
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