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There's no school like the old school!

Inbred addiction to the TIki Culture.  It's the American way of life. ;)

I have had the pleasure of visiting several lesser known polynesian islands. while these islands are drop dead gorgeous, there are some that can be dangerous just traveling there. Have you ever been on the South Pacific Ocean, in a small speed boat with six people and no radio and no compass and no land in sight. Oh, and out teenage captain was making his first unsupervised tour? We made it to our destination, but what if the outboard motor had quit? You get what I'm saying? Going to WDW's Polynesian is safer, less expensive, and just as gorgeous as the real islands and you have all the parks at hand. Who can ask for anything more in a vacation?

My dad still has our bill from staying at the Poly in 1974. It shows a room rate of $29 per night. After the 3 PM parade at the Magic Kingdom we always take the free boat across the SSL to enjoy an adult beverage at the poolside bar.

In 1982 -- as a member of the Magic Kingdom College Program -- we'd spend evenings enjoying the live entertainment (someone remind me of that comedic guitarist's name) at Captain Cooks Hideaway.

And speaking of bars, if you pass through the Poly drop in and see Clinta who runs the Ohana bar. He's been at WDW for (I believe) 30-plus years (!!!). He moved to the Poly after a long stint pouring drinks (and probably losing a good portion of his hearing) at PI's Beach Club.

Great Story, Mr. Lange! Thanks for Posting!