Tambu

While I was in Florida last November I couldn't resist dragging my sister to the Tambu Lounge at Disney's Polynesian Resort. I had been to the Tambu Lounge several times before during family vacations to Disney World. Since I wasn't there for vacation, I hadn't actually planned this visit but was thrilled when my sis agreed to go.

Walking through the archway that leads into the main lobby of the hotel, you pass several gardens and small waterfalls. I can never resist a waterfall when I have my camera with me (photo above). I didn't have a tripod but luckily there was a fence post I was able to set the camera on. Two second exposure.

Upstairs is the Tambu Lounge. The drinks are good, and the atmosphere generally relaxing even though it can get quite crowded.  During our family vacations, the Tambu offered a pleasant escape after a long day of chasing the kids around Adventureland. The Polynesian decor contains some really interesting pieces if you know where to look.

The drink below is called a "Backscratcher." It's a rum based drink with passion fruit and (I think) pineapple. It's served with an actual backscratcher that stuck out of the glass another 12". I couldn't fit it in this particular shot.

This is a Marquesan style tiki at the O'hana restaurant adjacent to the Tambu Lounge. While traveling in FL I stopped in an antique store and found this bamboo frame. Went perfectly with the picture.

 

There are rumblings going around my household that some people want to go to Disney World again this year for our family vacation. We've been there 3 times in the last 8 years. During our last visit, I promised my kids the next time they visit Disney World will be with their kids.

So, it appears I'l be visiting the Tambu Lounge again soon.