Walkway Connecting Polynesian, Grand Floridian, and Magic Kingdom Reopens with Island Tower Opening

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Walkway Connecting Polynesian, Grand Floridian, and Magic Kingdom Reopens

Posted: Tuesday December 17, 2024 7:45am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

The long-awaited walking path at Disney's Polynesian Resort has reopened alongside the grand opening of the Island Tower on December 17, 2024.

Guests can now once again walk between Disney's Polynesian Resort and Disney's Grand Floridian Resort, providing an extended pedestrian route that connects major points along the Seven Seas Lagoon.

Walkway Connecting Polynesian, Grand Floridian, and Magic Kingdom Reopens

The walkway takes a scenic route alongside the new Island Tower, with views of the Seven Seas Lagoon and Magic Kingdom in the distance.

Walkway Connecting Polynesian, Grand Floridian, and Magic Kingdom Reopens

Expanded Walking Access

The reopened walkway creates a continuous path for guests:

From the Transportation and Ticket Center (TTC) to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort
From the Polynesian Resort to Disney's Wedding Pavilion
From the Wedding Pavilion to Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
From the Grand Floridian Resort to Magic Kingdom

Walkway Connecting Polynesian, Grand Floridian, and Magic Kingdom Reopens

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Disney Analyst18 days ago

JIMMYEDDIE20 days ago

Or the space.......One thing those all had was plenty of land

JIMMYEDDIE20 days ago

I love it

LSLS22 days ago

So, calling people who enjoy gym time raving lunatics and make some insinuation about liking non-descript hotels is not an insult, but saying that you called people weird because they like something you don't, or giving an explanation as to why some people prefer it is an insult. Personally we have chosen the Coronado before specifically for the gym. As someone who enjoys lifting (not just walking), it's a big plus for me. I'm up before everyone else in my family, so rather than sit on my phone, I prefer getting up and go throw weights around. And judging by my experiences in the gym (or going around larger resorts), I'm far from alone.

nickys23 days ago

It does now. But as to why not before, no idea.

JoeCamel23 days ago

I'm sure they will adjust the price point accordingly......

Comped23 days ago

Why doesn't Poly have a gym?

MisterPenguin23 days ago

Per Perplexity.... Also, Swolphin, which is considered deluxe, also has a gym. Having a gym, high end retail and restaurants, a plussed pool, club level rooms, activities and events (e.g., tennis court, boating), a spa are also typical of deluxe accommodations.

Animaniac93-9823 days ago

It's a standard amenity at many hotels, not just "deluxe" ones. Even Universal's lowest tier hotels have decent gyms. Hotel "gyms" can range from a broom closet with one treadmill and/or one elliptical to large facilities that could rival your local club, but it's increasingly expected and common for hotels to have them. They offer the convenience of on site equipment without the need to drive to or pay and sign up for one near where you're staying. Even if people don't go as hard on vacation, having an indoor, air-conditioned space to exercise is a nice benefit. Polynesian finally having one is good for its guests, and for what they're paying, should not have to walk to GF to use one.

Sir_Cliff23 days ago

These posts don't seem in good faith, so I probably shouldn't respond. However, the fact that the other deluxe Disney resorts include gyms suggests that, whether you personally use them or not, they are an expected amenity in hotels of a certain level. You can also find lists of jogging and running trails at Walt Disney World on their website which I'm sure are of no interest to you, but are obviously of interest to someone.

FiestaFunKid23 days ago

an exaggeration to make a point on the importance of gym in a disney resort, not an insult - guess you decided to take it at face value and it went over your head - and then started in on the insults instead which was a very insightful point (hint - don't take that at face value)

Prince-123 days ago

You do realize your posts are filled with insults. 😂 And you seemingly missed the point of my post but that’s ok…you be you.

FiestaFunKid23 days ago

Wow, never knew gym rats were so soft and defensive......Yes - we all have different opinions - and it's ok to state them without insulting people. I re-state, when logging 15k steps a day, a morning on the stair climber wouldn't be my priority - and if it's yours, god bless you - I suppose you could have worse obsessions.