REVIEW: Enchanted Tiki Room Trader Sam’s Mug Featuring José & New Accompanying Drinks at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

José, one of the four masters of ceremonies at Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room, has now been memorialized in the form of a tiki mug at Trader Sam’s! The José mug is sold with one of two beverages – an alcoholic and a non-alcoholic choice, so we headed down to try them both and pick … Read more

REVIEW: Monstro Tiki Mug Debuts at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort With New Whale of a Tale Drink

After weeks of waiting, the Monstro tiki mug has finally arrived at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The mug previously debuted at the Disneyland Resort in late August. Today’s release coincides with Disney+ Day and the premiere of the remake of “Pinocchio.” The mug comes with an alcoholic … Read more

Monstro Tiki Mug Available Today at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

Just in time for the release of the “Pinocchio” remake on Disney+ Day, the Monstro tiki mug has crashed onto the shores of Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort! The mug has the same sculpt as the one released at Disneyland, but this one sports a tan color scheme, … Read more

Monstro Tiki Mug Coming to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

The Monstro tiki mug is swimming its way east to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. The Monstro tiki mug debuted at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar at the Disneyland Hotel last month. News of its eventual arrival came from @EnchantedTikiBar on Instagram, though they didn’t disclose any information about just when … Read more

PHOTOS: Decorative Oar Returns Outside Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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One of the unique features of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort is its Polynesian-inspired art and design. Thankfully, a missing piece has been returned to its walls after a long absence. After having been removed in early August, this oar is again on display outside the entrance to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto. The handle features a … Read more

Trader Sam’s Nutcracker Tiki Mug Returning December 2 to Walt Disney World

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The Jingle Cruise-inspired nutcracker tiki mug originally released in 2019 will be available once again on December 2, 2021. The mug will be available at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace in Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort starting at 3:00 p.m. that day. It will be available with the Mele Kaliki Mai Tai and will … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (10/13/21): Imagineer Leaves Over Lake Nona Move, Non-Inclusive Kitchen Equipment, TRON Lightcycle Run Ride Vehicles Arrive, Free Genie+ For Some D23 Gold Members, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Wednesday, October 13, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: ‘Congo Queen’ Jungle Cruise Tiki Mug Floats Into Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto, Missing Cargo Cocktail Should Have Stayed Lost

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As reported yesterday, the Congo Queen-shaped Jungle Cruise tiki mug is now available at Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Congo Queen Tiki Mug With Missing Cargo Cocktail – $48 This mug was first released this summer at Disneyland. Tiki characters and animals line the outside of the mug. One of the … Read more

‘Congo Queen’ Jungle Cruise Tiki Mug Sails Into Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Tomorrow

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A new Jungle Cruise Tiki mug shaped like the Congo Queen boat sails into Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto tomorrow, October 13. The new mug debuted at Disneyland earlier this year and is now arriving at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Wristbands for the opportunity to purchase up to two mugs per person will be distributed before … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/20/21): Disney Lake Nona Campus Worsens Orlando Housing Market, “S.E.A.” Reference Removed From Jungle Cruise Queue, EPCOT Monorail Down, Space Ranger Spin Refurbishment, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/19/21): Moana Rooms Debut, Park Incident Report, Mayor Wants Masks, Hall of Presidents Reopening, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, July 19, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

REVIEW: “Heart of Polynesia” Secret Menu Drink From Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto has reopened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Along with the regular menu items, the signature watering hole also offers a secret menu. The Heart of Polynesia is the latest secret drink. Heart of Polynesia — $15 Coruba, Bacardi, Blue Curaçao, cream of banana, orange, and pineapple The Heart of Polynesia reminds … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Reopens Sans Shrunken Heads, But Still with Picture of Original Trader Sam

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Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto has finally reopened at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort. Like the Jungle Cruise, Trader Sam’s has seen a few small cultural sensitivity changes. Shrunken zombie heads were removed from the decor. A photo remains of the Disneyland and Walt Disney World versions of Trader Sam, although the Sams have been removed from … Read more

BREAKING: Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto and Tiki Terrace to Reopen TODAY at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort

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We’re reporting today from the newly reopened Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and we have great news to share! Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto will be opening to guests later today from 3 p.m. until midnight. A large banner featuring Uh-Oa declares, “Aloha, ahoy, aha! Welcome to Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto!” Both indoor and outdoor (Tiki Terrace) … Read more

WDWNT Daily Recap (7/12/21): Man Arrested Sneaking Into Magic Kingdom, Very Merry Christmas Party Replaced, Orange County Mayor Recommends Masks Indoors, and More

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, July 12, 2021. Walt Disney World … Read more

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto “Headhunter Roll”, “Shrunken Zombie Head” Get New Names as Cultural Sensitivity Changes Continue

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Last month we saw the popular “Shrunken Zombie Head” drink get a new name at Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar in Disneyland, and now the Walt Disney World iteration of Trader Sam’s seems to be following suit with two popular menu items. According to the menu on the Walt Disney World website, there are two … Read more