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Episode 141 - The Magic Makers (Marty Wilson)

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Hosts: Matt Hochberg, Len Testa, Mike Newell & Marty Wilson

Topics:

  • The Magic Makers (Polynesian Concierge)
  • Marty explains that the Concierge level is at the Hawaii and Tonga buildings
  • Marty says the Concierge Cast members can book dining, purchase tickets, give directions and other suggestions
  • Marty says you don't have to wait in line like at the Great Ceremonial House for meals
  • Len says the Polynesian service did not rate well in the recent reader survey of the Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2007 along with the front desk, valet service and housekeeping
  • Marty says the staff is trying to regain their level of service the resort once enjoyed
  • Marty says Building 9 (Tokelau) is down and building 10 (Tahiti) will be closing the end of August
  • Len liked the recent rehab of the rooms but mentions it's a little dark
  • Marty explains "go backs"
  • Marty says Tonga toast has made it's debut and says he's heard good things about it
  • Marty says they've also added "an adult grilled cheese"
  • Marty says the cast has given rave reviews of the pan pizza that is available
  • Marty says he's been working at Concierge for 8 months
  • Marty says they have extra spots at the restaurants at the Polynesian for last-minute Concierge reservations
  • Marty says many guests request last-minute car rentals and they facilitate that for the guests
  • Marty suggests making dining reservations if you're on the dining plan
  • Marty also suggests to be prepared for possible problems
  • Marty mentions guests who were on the Disney Cruise Line when the ban on liquids came down had to pour out bottles of alcohol
  • Marty also recommends marking your luggage with something unique
Running Time: 20:54

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I Need An Urgent Pizza!
Authored by: captainbarbossa6 on Saturday, August 19 2006 @ 08:13 AM CDT
Hahaha you guys are so funny!
"I gotta get somewhere, I want a pizza!"
"I need an urgent pizza!"
"Go, go, go!"

Wow - funny stuff! Well anyways, I really liked this episode because my family has stayed in the Beach Club's Concierge, and we enjoyed it a lot. The desserts were delish! It was interesting to hear about another Disney Resort's Concierge's service. We really enjoyed staying at the Beach Club's Concierge level. The staff was very friendly & helped us make dinning reservations. Thanks so much for this episode!

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We stayed at Poly Concierge twice.
Authored by: DisneyConvert on Monday, August 21 2006 @ 07:45 PM CDT
Once in Nov'03 -when they were having a special that allowed folks to pay for 4 nites and receive 7. We figured we'd leverage the savings to we took a "Castle View" when Concierge was in "Tahiti" It was pretty amazing (Electric Light show outside our window every nite before bedtime!). Many nice Concierge touches including getting a table at Cinderella's Royal Breakfast right next to the window overlooking the Carousel. We
Met the woman, Kuhli (sp?) who starred in the "Disney Beach Party Video" as the head hulu dancer a few years ago - she still works there.

Did it again this past January'06 and stuffed my Mother-in-Law in with us (Me, Wife and 4 yr old son) into one of the refurbished "Garden View" rooms in Hawaii. Yeah, the rooms are a bit dark, but very nice.
Marty wasn't there yet, but the staff was excellent and helped us with a lot of our arrangements (one little mess-up). Big waste to do the Dining Plan with Concierge. Special KSafari tour (not sunrise) was pretty great.
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Maybe we'll do it again - Given its location, low density and beautiful theming, the Poly is truly special. IMO, Kona is one of the most underrated restaurants. There's nothing like walking off one of the big Ferry boats from MK and entering your room 5 minutes later!

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