Hi again :) can you please tell me what’s the easiest way to get from Port Orleans Riverside to Polynesian Resort using Disney transportation options? And is a reservation required for Trader Sams? Thank you?

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Hi Maria!

First, can we please talk about how fun it is to enjoy Deep South Shrimp and Grits next to a big mill wheel in rural Louisiana for dinner and head out for a cocktail from the South Seas right after? I love how Walt Disney World Resort offers us so many experiences in one day!

To tell you the truth, if I were making the journey from Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort, I would likely use a ride-share option like Disney Mini Van Service. That would make the adventure to explore the exotic ingredients discovered by Trader Sam a little shorter. Since Trader Sam's Grog Grotto is a popular destination that does not accept Advance Dining Reservations and can sometimes have a wait, it's best to arrive early!

If you have an explorer's heart and prefer Disney transportation, here is the best path:

1. From the front of Disney's Port Orleans Resort - Riverside, board a bus destined for Magic Kingdom Park.

2. Once you arrive, head up the ramp for the Resort Monorail. Find a comfy spot with a great view, and enjoy the ride to Disney's Polynesian Village Resort. It will be the third stop.

Quick Tip: If you plan to snack and enjoy the libations at Trader Sam's Grog Grotto, I recommend pairing a glass of the complex and delicious Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc with the beautiful and tasty Veggie Rainbow Roll for a real treat! (Though my husband would say that you can't beat The Nautilus in a souvenir mug!)

I hope that helps, Maria! I know you will have a wonderful time on the Bayou and at my favorite tropical tiki bar. Come back and visit us at planDisney with any other questions!

-Sally

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