As you may recall, I challenged you two weeks ago to guess my favorite “thing” to do at Walt Disney World. The “thing” was at a resort and had nothing to do with the traditional resort fun: the Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Review Dinner Show! Going along with this same theme, I would like to discuss with you today the Polynesian Resort’s Spirit of Aloha Dinner Show.
The Basics: The show is located in Luau Cove at the Polynesian Resort. As you may know, the Polynesian Resort is a monorail loop resort, thus making getting to the show much easier than getting to the Hoop-Dee-Doo! While most do take the monorail to get to the resort, additional transportation may be found by way of Disney bus. The dinner show appetizers include Pineapple-Coconut Bread, Mixed Greens with Mango Poppy Seed Dressing, and Sweet Golden Pineapple. The main course includes BBQ Pork Ribs, Roasted Chicken, Rice and Seasoned Vegetables. But be sure to save room for the Kilauea Volcano Delight. (Since I don’t even remember the dessert, I must not have saved room.) Many of the drinks are included such as certain beers, wines, and sodas. However, a full bar is also available.
The show can be seen on Tuesday through Saturday nights at 5:15 and 8:00 PM. The cost of the show varies depending on seating and ranges in price from $52.99 to $61.99. The price range for children is $26.99 to $31.99. As mentioned, dining plan credits can be used for this show. Discounts are often available for Annual Passholders, Disney Vacation Club Members, and Disney Visa Card Holders.
On to the fun: The appetizers are on the table when you arrive, and the Luau show begins soon after. The entertainment includes the sounds of Polynesian music and appearances by Lilo and Stitch. The show is broken up into acts where songs are performed by different performance groups, alternating in song type, style, and group.
The food is very good, but all seating options are not created equal. In my one time seeing this show, my back was to the stage, so I had to turn around sideways the entire show. This position made for uncomfortable eating arrangements. The show was good, but with the absence of characters to whom I identified, I did not feel the need to revisit the show (as I have with the Hoop-Dee-Doo!).
If you like the typical Luau show with fire dancers and hula girls, you will definitively get your money’s worth here. Your children should also enjoy the show as it is fast paced and includes characters. Let me know what you think about these two Resort shows! I would love to know your take!
Contributed by: Natalie Henley (NDM#268) Natalie is the DDL Resort Blogger. She is also the creator of Meet the Magic.
