3. Kona Island at Disney’s Polynesian Resort will be closed temporarily

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Starting August 8, Kona Island will be closed at Disney’s Polynesian Resort. The dining location is known for it’s sushi and is expected to reopen in October.

Kona Café (right next door) will remain open for now, but it is not known whether the sushi from Kona Island will be on the menu.

As a reminder, the pool is now closed and fenced off. Guests will get a complimentary pass to Disney’s Blizzard Beach throughout their entire stay (no longer a one day deal). There is a check-in location for Polynesian Resort guests at Blizzard Beach. Simply tap your MagicBand and you’re good to go. Direct bus transportation will be provided to and from the Polynesian. When Blizzard Beach closes for refurbishment, Typhoon Lagoon will be available instead.