Tiki Tim Tested

Reviews

Our reviews: cruise ships, Disney resorts, hotels, tiki bars, restaurants, experiences, excursions and the gear that comes along. Every one gets the same question: is this actually worth your time, money and vacation energy?

Reviews carry the Tiki Tim Tested name, and Tiki Tim Tested means we have been there in person. Researched guides elsewhere on the site are labeled as research, not reviews.

How Tiki Tim Tested works

The method

Every review answers one question: is this actually worth your time, money and vacation energy? Not the strongest drink, not the biggest budget: the experience you will still be talking about on the drive home.

A Tiki Tim Tested review means we have been there in person. Researched guides are labeled as research, and nothing gets a verdict or a score until it has been visited.

The verdict scale

01Tiki Tim Certified
02Worth a Detour
03Bring the Crew
04Date Night Approved
05One and Done
06Tourist Trap Warning
The Tiki Tim Score for tiki bars (100 points)
CategoryPoints
Atmosphere and immersion25
Cocktail craftsmanship25
Tiki heritage and authenticity20
Hospitality and experience15
Originality and memorable details10
Value5
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What we review

01Cruise ships

Ship life, staterooms, dining and value.

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02Disney resorts

Rooms, grounds, dining and the lounges.

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03Hotels

From island luxury to a great Florida night away.

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04Tiki bars

Scored on the 100-point Tiki Tim Score.

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05Restaurants

Food, atmosphere and whether it is worth the reservation.

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06Experiences & excursions

Tours, port days and things to do.

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07Travel gear

What earns a spot in the bag.

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Tiki Tim series

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