AKL Pictures?????

[JoshMom5]

We will be staying here for the first time in June. Love all the pics. It makes me even more excited if that's even possible.:cloud9:

[shordiebecka]

http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x108/eeyoresnr/DSC07416.jpg
is this something available on conceirge level? how cool!!!!!!

[WDW123]

Keep those great pics coming!!!!

[PirateMomma412]

Kids Actvities at the Flamingo Pond!
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii187/PirateMomma412/April20-WDW2470.jpg

We loved the flamingo feedings!
http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii187/PirateMomma412/April20-WDW2472.jpg

http://i264.photobucket.com/albums/ii187/PirateMomma412/April20-WDW2477.jpg

[Belle402]

http://i680.photobucket.com/albums/vv161/Mari402-photos/034.jpg

[DisDW]

WOW! Great Pics! I leave on Monday and I'm more excited than ever!

[JoshMom5]

WOW! Great Pics! I leave on Monday and I'm more excited than ever!


Take some pics to post when you get back so the rest of us can be more excited too!!!:banana:

[wdwluver]

I made my reservation yesterday for December. I'm so excited. :cool1:Does anyone have any pics of the 1bdrm suites? Does anyone know what their location is in regards to the concierge lounge?

Thanks.

[thumperbelle3]

Boy, Disney does not make it easy to decide which resort to stay at! Just when I think I found "the one" I come to this thread and now I'm in love with AKL!

eeyorenr - you notice every detail! I love the pics!:worship:

I asked my family yesterday "if money was no object which resort would you stay at?" More than half said AKL! Looks like we may have to make that happen:thumbsup2

Does anyone else find themselves looking for hidden mickey's on the REAL giraffes?!:lmao:

[floridascgirl]

Love all the photos...I can't wait for our return trip in December! :santa: Last time we stayed Pool View on Zebra Trail (Room 4428) and we were so happy. We really loved Zebra Trail b/c as we walked down the hall to our room, we had animals to view off one side and the pool off the other. Our balcony view, however, was a bit dull. It overlooked a tiny kiddy pool (a big puddle really) with the main pool kinda off in the distance at an angle. Any suggestions or photos (with room #'s) of a better pool view? We would like to stay on Zebra Trail, if possible. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. :thumbsup2

[ElonGirl]

All the pictures are amazing. Now i really can't decide where to stay!

[mattsmom2000]

Sorry it took me so long to post, but here are some photos from our January 2009 trip. Our first night we had a room only reservation because we got in late and we were to have a pool view room, but we were upgraded to a One Bedroom Villa, which was amazing. Then we stayed Savannah View on the Zebra Trail for the other 6 nights. We loved it! I hope you enjoy!
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2319.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2320.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2321.jpg
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[mattsmom2000]

http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2335.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2338.jpg
Now here are the photos of our regular Savannah View Room
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2423.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2419.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2416.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2417.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2421-1.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2420.jpg
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http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2425.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2424.jpg

[mattsmom2000]

Here was what we saw from our balcony every day!
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2457.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2463.jpg
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[eeyoresnr]

great pics thanks for posting them!...can't wait til Dec when we stay at the Villas in Kidani

[mattsmom2000]

Hidden Mickey in our room
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2829.jpg
Outside our Room
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2933.jpg
Heading to the Game Room
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2925.jpg
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[http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2898.jpg
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http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2926.jpg

[mattsmom2000]

Pictures of the Pool
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2907.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2908.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2905.jpg
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http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2911.jpg

[mattsmom2000]

Pictures of the Mara (Food Court)
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2923.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2924.jpg
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http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2918.jpg
Zebra Domes
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2915.jpg
Kid's Choices
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2914.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2912.jpg

[mattsmom2000]

These are just various photos from around the lobby and resort that I took on the last full day. Enjoy!
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2730.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2713.jpg
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http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2932.jpg

[kwbrad]

Thank you , thank you, thank you mattsmom! Great pics! We are down to about 2 months to go, and I am ready to leave right now!
I have been looking for a pic of the drink station so I could verify if they had sprite zero and coke zero, whoo hoo!
Is it August yet???
Thanks again,
Kelli

[mattsmom2000]

Thank you , thank you, thank you mattsmom! Great pics! We are down to about 2 months to go, and I am ready to leave right now!
I have been looking for a pic of the drink station so I could verify if they had sprite zero and coke zero, whoo hoo!
Is it August yet???
Thanks again,
Kelli

No problem. I figured that people might be interested. It was a make or break for us as far as buying the refillable mugs, so we did.

Have an awesome time! We loved it! :thumbsup2

[MickeezMeg]

I am probably going to look at these picture every day for the next 2 months and 24 days :scared: I cant take it!! I am so excited and these are just adding fuel to my Disney fire! Thanks everyone. Keep em comin :love:...

[hopeforus]

Thanks for the great photos! We leave tomorrow and I can't wait.:cool1:..I should be packing!

[Lisa75]

Does anyone have pictures of the cl one-bedroom suites?

[lacrosse_lady72]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3328/3608656608_5d11c3632b_b.jpg

[lacrosse_lady72]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3590/3608655246_d41895bc72_b.jpg

[lacrosse_lady72]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2428/3607837591_22e567e59c_b.jpg

[lacrosse_lady72]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3409/3608660954_3ec85a16b9_b.jpg

[lacrosse_lady72]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3369/3608662712_7fe57cdfdc_b.jpg

[lacrosse_lady72]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3334/3607848263_8d9d719e8c_b.jpg

[lacrosse_lady72]

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[lacrosse_lady72]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3653/3607850891_bf2ddae934_b.jpg

[lacrosse_lady72]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3586/3608659726_263cee0261_b.jpg

[lacrosse_lady72]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2448/3608658366_eede18dc5a_b.jpg

[floridascgirl]

lacrosse_lady72, Thanks for the pics. Where was that rope bridge picture taken? I'm assuming @ Kidani.

[ZebraDomeCrazy]

lacrosse_lady72, Thanks for the pics. Where was that rope bridge picture taken? I'm assuming @ Kidani.

That is in the Main AKL Lobby!

[Nicole786]

I posted these to the AKL Lite thread but they might be more deserving here :)

We had a view of Kidani on our visit in may (upgraded from standard view!!) and it was amazing!!

http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss154/nal1007/disney_may/IMG_0870.jpg

http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss154/nal1007/disney_may/IMG_0881.jpg

http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss154/nal1007/disney_may/IMG_1134.jpg

http://i571.photobucket.com/albums/ss154/nal1007/disney_may/IMG_0209.jpg

[Nicole786]

double post, whoops

[floridascgirl]

That is in the Main AKL Lobby!

Wow...how did I miss that! :eek: Luckily, we will be going back in December, and I plan to pay more attention to all the wonderful details at the lodge. :cloud9: I think I must have just been overwhelmed on our first trip.

[lacrosse_lady72]

Wow...how did I miss that! :eek: Luckily, we will be going back in December, and I plan to pay more attention to all the wonderful details at the lodge. :cloud9: I think I must have just been overwhelmed on our first trip.

Yes, ZebraDomeCrazy is correct! I highlighted it in green to show you where it is in the lobby.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2429/3623826085_06554fbdf1_o.jpg

[mwatson011]

Please help! I am looking for a picture of the AKL King room with daybed...anyone??? :confused3

[MinnieMommy07]

Well, I have spent so many months planning my family's first trip to Disney World and my husband, daughter and I decided to make Animal Kingdom Lodge our "home" in The World! I love the pictures everyone has contributed to this thread! Thank you so much! Yea! (Can you tell I'm excited?!) :mickeyjum

[BethC1952]

I have been trying to find this Hidden Mickey in the "vines" outside the lodge since my first visit there. I finally found it!
http://www.bethc1952.us/DIS/aklhm.jpg

[dwalker]

1235

[MinnieMommy07]

Does anyone have any pics of what to expect out the window of a standard view?

[A_NY_Outlaw]

Does anyone have any pics of what to expect out the window of a standard view?

Well, let me put it this way- when we booked a standard room at AKL in 2005 for our honeymoon (and our TA told us there was no way we would get a view of the parking lot)- guess what, our view was of the parking lot. And btw- the balconies are much smaller on those rooms as well. I know this because I was so agitated with things, that I upgraded to a savannah room view instead.

[wickywinn]

For those of you that have stayed in standard views rooms at AKL. Where are these rooms in relationship to the lobby, pool, restaurants etc.

Thanks

Ours was in the main lobby on the 3rd floor I believe. Walk out the front door and we had a dead center view of the massive lobby. We were on the same level as the big bridge as well so my boys loved to open the front door and run around the floor, over the bridge, whenever they could. :rotfl:

[joelp]

Does anyone have any pics of what to expect out the window of a standard view?

For the extra $10-or-so a night, it's worth it to get a Pool View room ... and eliminate the possibility for an "asphalt view" ... :rotfl:

Here's a picture out the window of a first floor Pool View room ...

http://i542.photobucket.com/albums/gg424/joelpwdw/AKLPhotos/AKLRoomView.jpg

[Believing is Seeing.]

My first time to AKL was last December. I loved it! Heres some Pics!

http://i39.tinypic.com/23h0dar.jpg

http://i40.tinypic.com/aadptz.jpg

http://i43.tinypic.com/118g0b4.jpg

http://i43.tinypic.com/2u9qzqc.jpg

http://i44.tinypic.com/2md3uol.jpg

[AndyMcV]

Pictures of the Pool
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2907.jpg
http://i618.photobucket.com/albums/tt264/tnd28/IMG_2908.jpg


...and... voila....

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b323/amcvicker/AKLPool.jpg

[candeeapril]

Love the picture!! Is the flamingo feeding earlyin the morning?:confused3 My kids love flamingos. can't wait for our trip!:banana:

[Charleston Princess]

Love the picture!! Is the flamingo feeding earlyin the morning?:confused3 My kids love flamingos. can't wait for our trip!:banana:

Not the OP, but I want to say that the flamingo feeding was about 9:30 each morning. It's listed on the activities sheet that you receive at check-in -- we always missed it because we were already at the parks.

[candeeapril]

does anyone have pictures of the Kidani pool?

[Native NYer]

This thread is getting me excited about our August 2010 stay at AKL!!!!

After staying at the Poly and CR, I was a little aprehensive about being so far from the Magic Kingdom. But these photos and a tr I'm reading have assured me that I made the right decision:thumbsup2

[DizneyNutz]

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[DizneyNutz]

http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m99/teeba/IMG_1865new.jpg

[momtwoboys]

fell in love with this resort in May 09, and will be back in April 2010! Requesting 1st floor this time, we love the pool view:goodvibes

[rivercottage]

a silent tear falls from my eye as I think back to happy akl times :-(

[jblrn2b]

Thanks everyone! I needed a little AKL fix - life can get a little boring. LOL. Everyone's back to school today and I am lonely already - LOL and I so wanted them to go.

[DoctorK]

DisneyNutz,

I love the rich colors in your outside shots... the sky and little puffy clouds are beautiful!

[DizneyNutz]

DisneyNutz,

I love the rich colors in your outside shots... the sky and little puffy clouds are beautiful!

Thanks! That was December with wonderful weather and No humidity that is usually present in Florida.

[Leigh123]

View from room 5126

http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx20/Leighh123/HPIM0667.jpg

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[Leigh123]

Other Misc AKL Pics

http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx20/Leighh123/HPIM0666.jpg

http://i737.photobucket.com/albums/xx20/Leighh123/HPIM0714.jpg

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[rivercottage]

Oh please keep this coming on a horrible monday of web designing

I woke up this morning, first thought was that I needed to go refill my mug at Mira. Then the true horror of where I was hit :-(

[eeyoresnr]

awesome pics.....can't wait to get back there:thumbsup2

[copperbrick]

Leigh: Where oh WHERE is the glass-enclosed folded towel display? Thank you!

[Leigh123]

Leigh: Where oh WHERE is the glass-enclosed folded towel display? Thank you!

It was in the lobby. It was a contest for guests to vote which "mousekeeper" made the best one. I am a dalmation mommy in real life so I voted for the Dal.

[mr&mrslightyear]

wow guys these pics are fantastic! helping me choose where i want too stay!

[Jerry@dvcstore]

Love the Animal Kingdom Resort. :love:

[dj1028]

We're staying at AKL in April 2010...I'm getting so excited seeing all these great photos - keep 'em coming!

[Nicole786]

As I skimmed through a page "Second Star to the right" came on through my itunes (which is on shuffle) I can't wait to be there in a few days, I almost shed a tear! lol!

[miprender]

:cool1:Great pictures!! Only 196 days to see them in person.:thumbsup2

[shasess]

Love the pics!!

[ercrbc]

Just got back from staying at the AKV in Jambo house. We loved it! Here are a few pics I have
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/ejcunningham/DSC00321.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/ejcunningham/DSC00322.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/ejcunningham/DSC00331.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/ejcunningham/DSC00336.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/ejcunningham/DSC00337.jpg

[rivercottage]

Just got back from staying at the AKV in Jambo house. We loved it! Here are a few pics I have
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/ejcunningham/DSC00321.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/ejcunningham/DSC00322.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/ejcunningham/DSC00331.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/ejcunningham/DSC00336.jpg
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c73/ejcunningham/DSC00337.jpg

Thank you for brightening up a horrible day of web design :-)

[rivercottage]

WOOPS...nearly slipped and booked a return trip on the credit card

[MerryFlora]

I had CBR in mind for our next trip but this thread has got me thinking.......AKL. If we can get in on the 4/3 it just might be doable! ;)

[copperbrick]

I had CBR in mind for our next trip but this thread has got me thinkging.......AKL. If we can get in on the 4/3 it just might be doable! ;)

If AKL is, in any way, a possibility for you, do it. :lovestruc

[MerryFlora]

If AKL is, in any way, a possibility for you, do it. :lovestruc

We would have to watch our budget more for sure. But the warm decor and detailed theming really speaks to me plus my family loves animals. It just looks amazing! We are the touring type that considers the hotel as important as the parks, and even more important than expensive meals. I want a nice place to come home to each night. Plus, we like to have an off day in the middle of the week kick back and enjoy it.

[rivercottage]

Go on be a devil :) Seriously though you wont regret it, I went in April, and just cant stop thinking about the place ,the smells, the warmth, the cosyness, the feeling of wonderful tropicalness

...Im now working like a monkey to get back there - I'd even go back to disney just for this hotel, nevermind the parks!

[JoshMom5]

We would have to watch our budget more for sure. But the warm decor and detailed theming really speaks to me plus my family loves animals. It just looks amazing! We are the touring type that considers the hotel as important as the parks, and even more important than expensive meals. I want a nice place to come home to each night. Plus, we like to have an off day in the middle of the week kick back and enjoy it.

The pool, lobby and decor are well worth it. We also LOVED our meal at Boma.

[Flossbolna]

We would have to watch our budget more for sure. But the warm decor and detailed theming really speaks to me plus my family loves animals. It just looks amazing! We are the touring type that considers the hotel as important as the parks, and even more important than expensive meals. I want a nice place to come home to each night. Plus, we like to have an off day in the middle of the week kick back and enjoy it.

AKL feels like a destination in itself! We stayed twice in a pool view room, but there are many places where you can watch the animals from. I love that it is a bit removed from everything else in WDW, unlike most of the other Deluxe Resorts, you don't see another resort from there. I found that very relaxing. There also are a lot of activities offered. Check out the two AKL threads on the resort boards:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2241828

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1633854

[JDietz40]

OK I made it through the entire thread and I'm ready to leave now!
Unfortunatly we have to wait until May 2010.

We were going to book offsite for the first time in over 20 years but recived an e-mail with a pin code Friday and now we are staying 8 nights at AKL in a club room with 40% off:yay:





John

[1153rsmith]

OK I made it through the entire thread and I'm ready to leave now!
Unfortunatly we have to wait until May 2010.

We were going to book offsite for the first time in over 20 years but recived an e-mail with a pin code Friday and now we are staying 8 nights at AKL in a club room with 40% off:yay:





John

We are headed to the Villas in May 2010. We check in on the 1st. We are going to celebrate my DD's 9th birthday. After looking at these pictures, I wish it was tomorrow. Although, I'm not pushing for her to grow up any faster than she already is. :sad2:

[Jerry@dvcstore]

love all the pictures.

[LSUFAN1103]

Here's Mine!

[matthew_hull]

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/548/akl_victoria_falls1.jpg

[rivercottage]

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/548/akl_victoria_falls1.jpg


Wonderful wonderful, the thought of a cocktail in Victoria falls is the only thing getting me through my monday!

[matthew_hull]

Glad that you liked it. VF is a great place to wait for your Boma ressie, which is what I was doing. I took this shot by placing the PnS camera on the table and using the two-second timer to trigger the shutter.
-- Matthew

Wonderful wonderful, the thought of a cocktail in Victoria falls is the only thing getting me through my monday!

[rivercottage]

Do post more! more more more akl!

[joelp]

OK ... :lmao:

From a little over a month ago ...

http://i542.photobucket.com/albums/gg424/joelpwdw/WDWSep17/IMG_0070.jpg


http://i542.photobucket.com/albums/gg424/joelpwdw/WDWSep17/IMG_0069.jpg


http://i542.photobucket.com/albums/gg424/joelpwdw/WDWSep17/IMG_0068.jpg



http://i542.photobucket.com/albums/gg424/joelpwdw/WDWSep17/IMG_0067.jpg


http://i542.photobucket.com/albums/gg424/joelpwdw/WDWSep17/IMG_0072.jpg


Will that hold you for today? :rotfl2:

[Charleston Princess]

Darling giraffe pictures! That last one is a hoot!

[Calgary DISHeads]

I've only got three days to persuade DH to upgrade from POR!!!

[DjdBrit]

I am getting excited already:)

[sassy2000]

Great pics joelp! I've only got 30 more days until our 1st stay at AKL and I can't wait!!!!

[mom2carlee]

Great pics!! Going to be there April 24-30, 2010 at AKV cant wait!!:banana:

[rivercottage]

more!

Ill post some of mine actually when I get my disk plugged in :-)

I should have taken more, I find myself wanting photos of things I dont have :-(

[Calgary DISHeads]

I've only got three days to persuade DH to upgrade from POR!!!

Did it we're on - bring on more pics please :cloud9:

[Jazzygirl72]

My dream is going to come true...staying four nights savannah view using a 40% off code. Biggest issue...it's a surprise trip for my boyfriend. I'm going to "give" it as an Xmas gift. So I have to silently get excited for another 7 weeks!! I hope I dont slip up!! :scared:
We walked around AKL last year when we went for Xmas week. I just loved it. I'll probably never be able to afford it again so I'm taking advantage of the discount code. Plus I got cheap airfare so that sealed the deal! :woohoo:

[copperbrick]

My dream is going to come true...staying four nights savannah view using a 40% off code. Biggest issue...it's a surprise trip for my boyfriend. I'm going to "give" it as an Xmas gift. So I have to silently get excited for another 7 weeks!! I hope I dont slip up!! :scared:
We walked around AKL last year when we went for Xmas week. I just loved it. I'll probably never be able to afford it again so I'm taking advantage of the discount code. Plus I got cheap airfare so that sealed the deal! :woohoo:

Where did you find the code and what dates does it cover? Thank you!

[candeeapril]

We just got back on Saturday and LOVED AKL...so much that we almost signed up for DVC before we left. I want time to think about it. As soon as I figure how to post pics I will put some on this thread.:goodvibes

[bama106]

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008096.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008098.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008287.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008758.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008766.jpg

[miprender]

Great pics!! Going to be there April 24-30, 2010 at AKV cant wait!!:banana:

:sad2: NOOO because that means my trip is all over. We fly home on the 24th.:sad1:

[Calgary DISHeads]

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008096.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008098.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008287.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008758.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008766.jpg

Thanks for the pics! Did you have a poolview room? Are the pics taken from the room - which area were you in?

[bama106]

Thanks for the pics! Did you have a poolview room? Are the pics taken from the room - which area were you in?

We were on the Giraffe trail(Jambo) and it was a pool view room. Room #3018 The one picture taken through the trees was taken from the balcony.

[rivercottage]

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008096.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008098.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008287.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008758.jpg

http://i141.photobucket.com/albums/r65/bama106/Disney%202008/Disney2008766.jpg

If you were within 50 miles, Id get in the car and come give you a hug.

[rivercottage]

Keeping the akl love going

http://www.burningwindmill.com/l.jpg

[Nutty4Disney]

We will be there in Feb. 2010 and again in Oct. This is our first time staying at AKL. I love that that is away from everything else. It feels a little bit more relaxing to me. And who doesn't love looking out the window (or the balcony in our case) and seeing a giraffe or zebra?

[joelp]

We were on the Giraffe trail(Jambo) and it was a pool view room. Room #3018 The one picture taken through the trees was taken from the balcony.

Hey "neighbor"! We were in 3020 when we stayed at AKL in September ... :lmao:

[phisigprincess]

Thank you all for the pictures!! It's hard to believe in one month I'll be seeing all of that in person. :)

[eeyoresnr]

we're getting closer and closer...can't wait! and I just booked 5 nights in April to celebrate my daughters 25th birthday!...lshe celebrated 21 at Disney but she's never been to AKL:woohoo:

[Brave teacher]

does anyone have pictures of the Kidani pool?

This is all I have from our Kidani visit in May/June. DH was taking the pictures. I need to make sure I do it instead. I would have taken so many more.

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/megantrahan/Kidani/DSC00784.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/megantrahan/Kidani/DSC00783.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/megantrahan/Kidani/DSC00781.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/megantrahan/Kidani/DSC00780.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/megantrahan/Kidani/DSC00778.jpg

[eeyoresnr]

thanks so much for posting those pool pics...we were just talking about that yesterday, because I just booked 5 nights at Kidani in April and we wantec to make sure that our 9 year old son would have a good time at the pool on the Kidani side, and there aren't many pics posted of it...thanks again:thumbsup2

[miprender]

thanks so much for posting those pool pics...we were just talking about that yesterday, because I just booked 5 nights at Kidani in April and we wantec to make sure that our 9 year old son would have a good time at the pool on the Kidani side, and there aren't many pics posted of it...thanks again:thumbsup2

When are you going in April? We will be there from April 14-23th and then 1 night at BLT.:cool1:

[eeyoresnr]

When are you going in April? We will be there from April 14-23th and then 1 night at BLT.:cool1:

we will be there April 11-16...2 studios at AKV Kidani SV:woohoo:

[miprender]

we will be there April 11-16...2 studios at AKV Kidani SV:woohoo:

We have a value studio in Jambo house, but maybe we will bump into each other at the pool.:goodvibes

[K&Z's mom]

I just went through this thread for the first time. And I think I almost cried a little. :sad: I have been dying to take my kids and we were planning on a Nov 2010 trip to AKL however... things have come up and there is no way I will be able to afford AKL. :furious: I have been going back and forth with my mother trying to decide if I just want to do WL Nov 2010 or wait till Nov 2011 and stay at AKL. Chances are we won't be back for many years to come so I really wanted to "go all out" and stay AKL....this thread confirmed that and so it looks like I'm waiting and planning a trip Nov 2011 to AKL!!! :jumping2: :cloud9:

[Calgary DISHeads]

I just went through this thread for the first time. And I think I almost cried a little. :sad: I have been dying to take my kids and we were planning on a Nov 2010 trip to AKL however... things have come up and there is no way I will be able to afford AKL. :furious: I have been going back and forth with my mother trying to decide if I just want to do WL Nov 2010 or wait till Nov 2011 and stay at AKL. Chances are we won't be back for many years to come so I really wanted to "go all out" and stay AKL....this thread confirmed that and so it looks like I'm waiting and planning a trip Nov 2011 to AKL!!! :jumping2: :cloud9:

I believe AKL is the same price point as W?

[joelp]

I just went through this thread for the first time. And I think I almost cried a little. :sad: I have been dying to take my kids and we were planning on a Nov 2010 trip to AKL however... things have come up and there is no way I will be able to afford AKL. :furious: I have been going back and forth with my mother trying to decide if I just want to do WL Nov 2010 or wait till Nov 2011 and stay at AKL. Chances are we won't be back for many years to come so I really wanted to "go all out" and stay AKL....this thread confirmed that and so it looks like I'm waiting and planning a trip Nov 2011 to AKL!!! :jumping2: :cloud9:

Last time I checked, there wasn't that much difference in cost between rooms at WL and AKL (non-Savannah ...) ...

[miprender]

I just went through this thread for the first time. And I think I almost cried a little. :sad: I have been dying to take my kids and we were planning on a Nov 2010 trip to AKL however... things have come up and there is no way I will be able to afford AKL. :furious: I have been going back and forth with my mother trying to decide if I just want to do WL Nov 2010 or wait till Nov 2011 and stay at AKL. Chances are we won't be back for many years to come so I really wanted to "go all out" and stay AKL....this thread confirmed that and so it looks like I'm waiting and planning a trip Nov 2011 to AKL!!! :jumping2: :cloud9:

Have you thought of renting points from a DVC member. That is the only way we are able to afford to stay there. The price for our value studio came to almost the same price as the POP.

[Calgary DISHeads]

Have you thought of renting points from a DVC member. That is the only way we are able to afford to stay there. The price for our value studio came to almost the same price as the POP.

It's toooo late :sad2:

[K&Z's mom]

Last time I checked, there wasn't that much difference in cost between rooms at WL and AKL (non-Savannah ...) ...
That’s the problem…. I REALLY want Savannah view if we go here…:cloud9:

Have you thought of renting points from a DVC member. That is the only way we are able to afford to stay there. The price for our value studio came to almost the same price as the POP.
I’m sorry do what?:confused3 What does that mean? I’m still sooo new to this!! What is a DVC member?? :surfweb:

It's toooo late :sad2:
Why is it too late? I’m just hearing about this wonderfulness… :sad2:

[Flossbolna]

That’s the problem…. I REALLY want Savannah view if we go here…:cloud9:


I’m sorry do what?:confused3 What does that mean? I’m still sooo new to this!! What is a DVC member?? :surfweb:


Why is it too late? I’m just hearing about this wonderfulness… :sad2:

DVC is Disney Vacation Club, Disney's "timeshare". The Deluxe Villa Resorts are all DVC properties and while you can book them through Disney pacing cash, it is also possible to rent point from a DVC owner and this is substantially cheaper. I don't think it is to late for you since you are planning for November 2010, so I think the PP might be referring to his own trip. For renting points check out the DVC boards and especially this thread: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1709083

[DizneyNutz]

I’m sorry do what?:confused3 What does that mean? I’m still sooo new to this!! What is a DVC member?? :surfweb:


Why is it too late? I’m just hearing about this wonderfulness… :sad2:

Definately not TOO late. DVC members can book 11 months out at their HOME RESORT and 7 months at the others. You are no way even close to being TOO late if you choose to go this route. You are actually in the perfect timeframe window.:thumbsup2 We have rented to OP on a few occasions when we had extra points and they stayed at WL for a fraction of what it would have cost them otherwise during the Holiday season. Don't give up hope and do your homework!

[Calgary DISHeads]

Definately not TOO late. DVC members can book 11 months out at their HOME RESORT and 7 months at the others. You are no way even close to being TOO late if you choose to go this route. You are actually in the perfect timeframe window.:thumbsup2 We have rented to OP on a few occasions when we had extra points and they stayed at WL for a fraction of what it would have cost them otherwise during the Holiday season. Don't give up hope and do your homework!

Sorry, my post was too short and egocentric. When I said "too late" it was all about our trip - not the rest of you - sorry :grouphug:

[Jazzygirl72]

Sorry for the late reply...the 40% off was for Disney Visa Rewards Members. There were a ton of dates. I got another offer in the mail...not sure why...that spans way into 2010 for a range of 30 - 40% off certain resorts. I did some research and it seems those offers are code specific to the person's name. So it can't be transfered. :sad2:

[MerryFlora]

Go on be a devil :) Seriously though you wont regret it, I went in April, and just cant stop thinking about the place ,the smells, the warmth, the cosyness, the feeling of wonderful tropicalness

...Im now working like a monkey to get back there - I'd even go back to disney just for this hotel, nevermind the parks!

Okay, you all talked me into it. Booking AKL today! :yay:

Thanks for all the pics!

[SnowWtch]

I didn't think I'd like this resort and truthfully didn't when we got there. Our keys didn't work and I had to walk all the way back to get it fixed. I thought I made a HUGE mistake. It was just an overnight so I figured I could live with it. When we were ready to checkout I found the place had grown on me. DH and I had a blast just wandering around looking at everything and taking pics. It was like being two little kids wandering around without parents. We're going back this week Dec 3-5 for our anniversary on Friday and going to try Boma for the first time. Of course, we're going to eat at Mara as well b/c the food there is excellent.

[Queila]

I had enough of looking at AKL pictures. I am ready to see it LIVE!

Q

[Calgary DISHeads]

I had enough of looking at AKL pictures. I am ready to see it LIVE!

Q

:cloud9: Oh baby - doing the single digit dance :banana:

[Jerry@dvcstore]

Great Photos. I love this resort. It is truly an escape from the norm. :thumbsup2

[big_red_s]

Just found this thread:
Here is our blog with pics from our trip on September 2009: http://www.travelpod.com/travel-blog/laorfamily/14/tpod.html

[seasideteacher]

This is all I have from our Kidani visit in May/June. DH was taking the pictures. I need to make sure I do it instead. I would have taken so many more.

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/megantrahan/Kidani/DSC00784.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/megantrahan/Kidani/DSC00783.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/megantrahan/Kidani/DSC00781.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/megantrahan/Kidani/DSC00780.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g23/megantrahan/Kidani/DSC00778.jpg

great pics! We are going to AKL next month:banana:... anyone know.. is this a general play area? I have a 2 year old and am trying to figure out the play area situation here! He will spend lots of time there! thanks! :):worship:

[Jerry@dvcstore]

Love the Pictures:cool1:

[Applemomma]

Just booked!!!!! Only 306 daus to go!!! :cool1:

Booked with an email pin and saved $800 or we wouldn't be getting the chance to check this place out :thumbsup2

[mama4]

http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e192/kweldy/DisneyApril2009392.jpg
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e192/kweldy/DisneyApril2009423.jpg
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e192/kweldy/DisneyApril2009401.jpg
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e192/kweldy/DisneyApril2009433.jpg
These are some from our last trip in April 2009. I have lots more but they're on another computer so I can't access them right now. This is my favorite Disney resort but sadly we won't stay here again anytime soon. :sad1: Not enough room for my big family. But we have nice memories from that trip. My Ds 7 had always wanted to stay there and we splurged and surprised him for a birthday trip. This was his face when he found out where we were staying :)
http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e192/kweldy/DisneyApril2009393.jpg

It was definitely worth it :lovestruc

[bethann77]

This thread has me so excited about my trip. The hard part is that I still have 9 more months to go.

[djblu883]

I've been to Disney so many times but mostly stayed at the Fort because our family lives to camp and we love the water. It's fun to catch the boat to MK from there.This year my DGD will be weeks from her 6th birthday so I'm splurging. We won't be as free from now on to go when we just have the urge living so farcapart and so far away ( they live in NJ) this will be a dream Disney Vacation... Then most likely I'll be planning vacations north easier for them to get away to.... I love this thread!! I've changed my ressie to the queen bed and bunkbeds since seeing the pictures . Thanks!!! I can't wait to go back!!! The Fort is great but we RV often so this will be a magical change!!:woohoo:

[amblackmon]

http://i555.photobucket.com/albums/jj461/amblackmon1/Disney09194.jpg

This is a shot of some of the carpet at the AKL.

http://i555.photobucket.com/albums/jj461/amblackmon1/Disney09201.jpg

More carpet...

http://i555.photobucket.com/albums/jj461/amblackmon1/Disney09050.jpg

A shuttle bus sign.

[LittleMissMagic]

Here's a few BAD AKL pictures I took when visiting for an ADR at Boma.

http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab82/VicShing/2009%20New%20Years%20at%20WDW/DSCN5790.jpg

http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab82/VicShing/2009%20New%20Years%20at%20WDW/DSCN5792.jpg

http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab82/VicShing/2009%20New%20Years%20at%20WDW/DSCN5793.jpg

http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab82/VicShing/2009%20New%20Years%20at%20WDW/DSCN5794.jpg

http://i852.photobucket.com/albums/ab82/VicShing/2009%20New%20Years%20at%20WDW/DSCN5795.jpg

[elcodfish]

my husband knows we are going to WDW in April, what he doesn't know is that I booked us a room at the AKL! this is getting me really excited for the big reveal, at the airport :laughing:

[BelleChick]

Here are some of my pictures from June 2009...

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3470.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3471.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3467.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/100_3539.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/100_3538.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3215.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3216.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3224.jpg

[BelleChick]

Here are a few more...

http:///i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3513.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3517.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3518.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3523.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3526.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3530.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3541.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3545.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3594.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3600.jpg

[BelleChick]

And more...
http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3558.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3559.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3565.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3563.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3564.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3570.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3572.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3568.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3567.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3580.jpg

http://http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3581.jpg

http://i606.photobucket.com/albums/tt143/DisneyPrincess_01/Disney%20Resorts/100_3582.jpg

[jasonpicken]

nice pics bellechick, we're stayin at akl in mid-march!

[mmmears]

Wonderful photos, Bellechick -- thank you so much for sharing them. I recognize all the spots, but didn't take photos of them all and now I wish I did. Oh well, I guess I'll have to go back...:rotfl:

[Lori VanGulick]

Great pics! Thanks for sharing!

[floridascgirl]

I'm getting homesick again. :sad1:

[BelleChick]

I'm glad you guys liked them! I am getting home sick too...I don't get to go back until May. I think this has to be my favorite resort!:cloud9:

[rivercottage]

Thank you so much for those wonderful images :-) they will motivate me through the next week!

[writerriann]

We stayed on the Arusha Savannah in October 09. The giraffes were everywhere, especially around the feeders.

http://i945.photobucket.com/albums/ad299/writerriann/DSCF3131.jpg

http://i945.photobucket.com/albums/ad299/writerriann/66380009.jpg

But of course, the little one wanted to spend most of his time here :laughing:

http://i945.photobucket.com/albums/ad299/writerriann/DSCF3143.jpg

[jblrn2b]

This is making me a little homesick!!! We were at Kidani in November. I'll try and post the pictures later - I'm at work -shhhhh don't tell on me LOL.

Judith

[rivercottage]

Please can I live in this thread? I almost shed a tear looking at the recent batch of images

[momof3lovebugs]

Bellechick, thank you for those recent ones! REally interesting shots of not seen before places around the resort. I am having a really hard time deciding btwn AKL and WL and I think I may just not decide but split our stay to have both of these amazing places in our trip! Truly gorgeous place!

[miprender]

Love all pictures....I can't wait to see them live. In 68 days I will be waking up to all these sights!!!!:cool1:

[sjs314]

I so enjoyed looking at your pics, I just last week booked AKL for November and can not wait to go, second visit but all my pics are on a cd someplace, lol.....seriously thinking of upgradeing to a savannah view now after seeing all the pics in this thread, stayed last time in a standard room overlooking the front of the resort and parking area in the distance

[momof3lovebugs]

Been mulling this over a lot and now wondering if we book a std view are we really going to be disappointed? It's all we can swing, even w/a code and I just love the look of the lodge. Since there are public viewing areas, will that be enough?

[mmmears]

Been mulling this over a lot and now wondering if we book a std view are we really going to be disappointed? It's all we can swing, even w/a code and I just love the look of the lodge. Since there are public viewing areas, will that be enough?

If standard view is what you can book, I say book it. AKL is really amazing, and how much time are you planning to spend in your room? We love the savanna view, but I'd be willing to stay in any room at AKL just to get to stay there.:cloud9:

You'll get the same pool, theming, and activities. And the savanna overlooks are lovely -- shady and with these big rocking chairs that you can sit in and relax. Plus, there are lots of little overlooks down the hallways, so you wont "miss" your chance to see all the animal areas if you want to.

Hope this helps.:goodvibes

[jasonpicken]

Been mulling this over a lot and now wondering if we book a std view are we really going to be disappointed? It's all we can swing, even w/a code and I just love the look of the lodge. Since there are public viewing areas, will that be enough?

not sure when you're going but if you want to save money you should rent points from dvc member at $10 point. i've linked the akl points chart. in peak seasons a savannah view will run $170/night on weekdays, and there's no tax! even less at other times of the year. anyways, think about it, it's the only way we go know, unless disney is offering free dining.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/disney-vacation-club/AK-Points.htm

[zoie101]

club level photos anyone?

[momof3lovebugs]

not sure when you're going but if you want to save money you should rent points from dvc member at $10 point. i've linked the akl points chart. in peak seasons a savannah view will run $170/night on weekdays, and there's no tax! even less at other times of the year. anyways, think about it, it's the only way we go know, unless disney is offering free dining.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/disney-vacation-club/AK-Points.htm
thank you for the suggestion. Unfortunately my dh is not a trusting soul and he won't do it. I would do it in a heartbeat! We do have the pin code for 40% off, so our room is 180.00/nt. I know in my heart we will love it, no matter what the view, but I also know that if I get stuck looking at a dumpster I will go down and ask for something better. That is just me. I will squeak when necessary! :cutie: I am also hoping that since we will be among the first to arrive at our new digs (transferring from the WL) there may be a better chance of us scoring a nicer std room. Am I on track here or drinking the disney kool-aid? :lmao:
Also, since I booked thru my t.a. I had her add north end of resort, higher floor. I am wondering if this will even be possible now though since looking at the map of the resort seems the north end is all savannah view.
Am I right in seeing that the only std rooms are in the ostrich and giraffe trails overlooking the pkg lot? Seems everywhere else will have a savannah or pool?
Thanks for the replies! I am so excited to go it's silly! Probably way more than my kids!! :eek::cutie:

[momof2gr8kids]

not sure when you're going but if you want to save money you should rent points from dvc member at $10 point. i've linked the akl points chart. in peak seasons a savannah view will run $170/night on weekdays, and there's no tax! even less at other times of the year. anyways, think about it, it's the only way we go know, unless disney is offering free dining.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/disney-vacation-club/AK-Points.htm

Just curious - I've looked at the points charts, but I'm wondering what other charges are added to the total. I believe a Magical Express Fee or something like that is added - is there anything else? And is it a flate one time rate, or is it dependent on how long your stay is? Thanks.

Also, what's the difference between AKL and Villas? We've got the PIN, so the rates would be almost the same. Just more of a kitchenette area?

[Disney_momto2]

I know in my heart we will love it, no matter what the view, but I also know that if I get stuck looking at a dumpster I will go down and ask for something better. That is just me. I will squeak when necessary! :cutie: I am also hoping that since we will be among the first to arrive at our new digs (transferring from the WL) there may be a better chance of us scoring a nicer std room. Am I on track here or drinking the disney kool-aid?

I will start this post by saying that this does not always happen, but we were also worried about the standard view when we stayed in 2007, we were pleasantly surprised to receive a free savannah view upgrade. DH asked for a different room b/c it was literally the fatherest room in the resort and i was pregnant at the time and they swithed us the next day to another savannah room right above the lobby which was amazing.

[sparmeland]

http://www.parmnet.com/ourphotos/albums/WDW2009/normal_IMG_1414.JPG

http://www.parmnet.com/ourphotos/albums/WDW2009/IMG_1415.JPG

http://www.parmnet.com/ourphotos/albums/WDW2009/IMG_1416.JPG

http://www.parmnet.com/ourphotos/albums/WDW2009/normal_IMG_1426.JPG

[hematite153]

Just curious - I've looked at the points charts, but I'm wondering what other charges are added to the total. I believe a Magical Express Fee or something like that is added - is there anything else? And is it a flate one time rate, or is it dependent on how long your stay is? Thanks.

Also, what's the difference between AKL and Villas? We've got the PIN, so the rates would be almost the same. Just more of a kitchenette area?

There are no additional charges. Points bookings cover everything, including Magical Express. If you wish to purchase park tickets or the dining plan, you need to pay for those separately, but, you always do.

The main differences between an AKL room and an AKV studio are the kitchenette area in the studio and the fact that the studio has 1 queen bed and 1 pull out sofa, whereas the AKL room has two beds.

(I will add however, that the suggested $10/pt is quite low...there have been people quoting that price for about 10 years which means that there has been no space for price increases for members. You will find that the more experienced renters rent for $12-15/pt.)

[joelp]

Been mulling this over a lot and now wondering if we book a std view are we really going to be disappointed? It's all we can swing, even w/a code and I just love the look of the lodge. Since there are public viewing areas, will that be enough?

A Pool View room only costs about $10 more per night (even less additional with the code!) ... nice views, with no chance of overlooking the parking lot ... plus you're closer to the lobby, restaurants, Pool!, etc ...

[FIREKYMMIE]

Booked for April 23rd transfering from Sports... We have a Pool / Bunkbed room.. praying for a upgrade since it is mine and my nieces birthdays.. but if not anyone have a fav. room in the Zebra trail?

[jjk]

great piccies,cant wait we are staying at AKL this August :banana::banana::banana:

[PrincessYessenia]

http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp324/babygurl6709/146-1.jpg

http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp324/babygurl6709/117-1.jpg

[momof2minnies]

We are also staying here in June with a pool view.Anyone have a room nomber they like specifically? Have pix of the view?

Linda

[momof2minnies]

Anyone????

[MerryFlora]

Room 3420 Pool View. Literally just steps from the lobby but so quiet. Perfect!

http://i573.photobucket.com/albums/ss175/MerryFlora/AKL/DecJanFeb2010_0282.jpg

Moment of arrival!
http://i573.photobucket.com/albums/ss175/MerryFlora/AKL/DecJanFeb2010_0021.jpg

Mousekeeping!
http://i573.photobucket.com/albums/ss175/MerryFlora/AKL/DecJanFeb2010_0041.jpg

[MerryFlora]

Looking directly out to the new "blue" (boo hiss) pool. It was just being refilled this day.
http://i573.photobucket.com/albums/ss175/MerryFlora/AKL/DecJanFeb2010_0514.jpg

Little more to the right. We were right over the walkway to Mara and could hear the African music and lots of birds. Delightful!
http://i573.photobucket.com/albums/ss175/MerryFlora/AKL/DecJanFeb2010_0516.jpg

Looking to the right towards Victoria Falls
http://i573.photobucket.com/albums/ss175/MerryFlora/AKL/DecJanFeb2010_0518.jpg

Balcony with table and 2 zebra chairs. This is where we enjoyed our chocolate chip croissants from The Mara!
http://i573.photobucket.com/albums/ss175/MerryFlora/AKL/DecJanFeb2010_0519.jpg

[lissiesmum]

Awww, man! I am NOT liking the new blue pool. What a difference it makes, just looks like a giant blue pool now! :confused3

[camnhan]

what did it use to be:confused3

[MerryFlora]

^^^ I know! I never got to see the original pool in person but its disppointing that the animal springs theme had to be changed. A CM told me too many complained it was dirty because they didn't understand it was part of the themeing. Couldn't they have put up a sign? ;)

[sjs314]

It does take something away from the overall ambience of the resort theme. The blue just pops out at you whereas the old pool blended in so perfectly with the surroundings. sigh :sad1:

[jzmom]

Did they change the main pool blue at the hotel? I think it is called Jambo?:confused: Or was this over in Kidani?
THanks

[TillyMarigold]

Did they change the main pool blue at the hotel? I think it is called Jambo?:confused: Or was this over in Kidani?
THanks
This is Jambo House. The Kidani Village was always that bright turquoise color (the same as most pools are).

[momof2minnies]

Thanks for the pictures that was great- we can't wait.

What did the old pool have a sand bottom or something? There is only one pool at Jambo house right- the original site?

Linda

[sghetrick]

Both my husband and I thought the Uzima Pool looked terrific as a "watering hole." We are a little let down that when we stay there this month it's just a regular old pool now.

[jzmom]

Does anybody have a pic of what it looks like now when it is completely filled? One of the big reasons I want to stay here is because of the pool.
Thanks

[joelp]

Anyone????

Don't remember specific room numbers - but either trail is nice ...

We've stayed on the 3rd and 1st floors, and each has their plusses:

1st Floor - easy access to restaurants, pool, game room, Uzima Savannah

3rd Floor - easy access to lobby, bus stop, gift shop ... somewhat better views (unless blicked by trees...)

[momof2minnies]

Thanks Joelp I actually asked for 4th or 5th floors on the zebra trail- never hurts to ask I guess, usually never get requests in all 10 years and multiple visits!

Oh well everyone can't get what they want or half the hotel would be empty- no one asks for parking lot veiw-HA!HA!

Linda

[KELLY]

Thanks for all the great pics.

[myDISboards]

Direct posts/links (pictures) to my LIVE thread feeds from Easter Sunday April 04-09, 2010 at

Savanna pics from 1-bedroom balcony (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36226340&postcount=32)

1-bedroom pics (room safe & instructions) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36226367&postcount=33)

Many videos for Kidani Village and Jambo House (STS-131 Discovery Launch April 05, 2010 from NASA Causeway) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36294097&postcount=34)

April 2010 Activities Sheet At Check-In (aka Daily Adventures) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36332608&postcount=37)

An excellent showers and change of clothes area!! (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36524210&postcount=40)

One Bedroom & Two Bedroom Villa Amenity List (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36204281&postcount=28)

Photos for April 2010 Activities for Jambo House and Kidani Village (aka Daily Adventures) (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=36180558&postcount=22)





Our room location:
7th door from Community Hall
Or
3rd door from Walkway to WDW buses, lobby, pool, restaurant
Or
2nd door from Timon Elevators

Even-numbered rooms layout from main lobby to south elevators:
Community Hall
Room 7204
Room 7206
Room 7208
Room 7210
Walkway to WDW buses, lobby, pool, restaurant (see photo below)
Room 7212
Room 7214
Room 7216 --> our 1-bedroom
Room 7218
Timon Elevators

Webcam view to the LEFT of “Sunset” savanna
http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss51/myDISboards/DSC00250.jpg

Webcam view to the RIGHT of “Sunset” savanna
http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss51/myDISboards/DSC00251.jpg

A photo of Walkway to WDW buses, lobby, pool, restaurant
http://i561.photobucket.com/albums/ss51/myDISboards/DSC00190.jpg

[Jacks2583]

I am so sad they changed the pool. It just doesn't look nearly as fitting for AKL theme. :confused3 I can't believe they changed it

[boBQuincy]

http://suzieandbob.com/wdw/may_2010/jambo_interior_7765_3_4.jpg

http://suzieandbob.com/wdw/may_2010/jambo_window_7786_4_5.jpg

[miprender]

BobQ...awesome pics. Makes me feel I am right there.:love:

[ivo004]

BobQuincey those pics are gorgeous. This July will be our first sta at AK and these pics get me really exciated. Thanks :goodvibes:goodvibes

[floridascgirl]

boBQuincy-
I just set your Jambo Window photo as my desktop background. It looks awesome! :thumbsup2

[boBQuincy]

http://www.suzieandbob.com/wdw/may_2010/akl_lamp_8094_2_3.jpg

Chandelier in Jambo House

[Cat0727]

boBQuincy those pictures are gorgeous!!! :goodvibes

[boBQuincy]

http://www.suzieandbob.com/wdw/may_2010/jambo_fire_7824_2_3.jpg

http://www.suzieandbob.com/wdw/may_2010/savanna_7387_5_6.jpg

http://www.suzieandbob.com/wdw/may_2010/jiko_wine_7504_2_3.jpg

[DJ Disney Kid]

Does anyone have anymore pics of a recent pool view. I'd like to see the difference with the new blue pool??

[tink,too]

I have just looked through this thread in preparation of our "secret" stay in October. AKL/AKV looks amazing! :cloud9:

DH & DD9 think we're staying at SSR, but we'll be splitting our stay between there and AKV Jambo - but ssshhh - don't tell them - it's a surprise. ;)

[Steamboat Girlie]

http://www.suzieandbob.com/wdw/may_2010/jambo_fire_7824_2_3.jpg

http://www.suzieandbob.com/wdw/may_2010/savanna_7387_5_6.jpg

http://www.suzieandbob.com/wdw/may_2010/jiko_wine_7504_2_3.jpg

Your fire pit picture is the best picture I have ever seen! It looks better than the real thing!

[NC State]

Just booked our first AKL stay, thank you for the great pictures.

[rivercottage]

MORE!!!

Ive had to push back my akl fix to april 2011 :-(

[sjs314]

MORE!!!

Ive had to push back my akl fix to april 2011 :-(

So sorry :hug:

[rivercottage]

Ah thanks for your hug :-) I could have just squeezed a visit out in october but only for 10 nights and would be counting the pennies. Ive been a brave boy and decided to be sensible!

already started a change jar to be used JUST at Victoria Falls! :hippie:

[jenseib]

These pictures are great. We are hoping to stay in Dec

[jblrn2b]

BobQuincy your photos are outstanding! Thanks needed an AKL fix.

[NC State]

Yes Bob, we need an AKL fix.

[mimiloveswdw]

Hi! My family and I stayed at AKL for the first time about two weeks ago and fell in love with it! We took many pictures and now I can share them with all of you!!

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/Disney1028.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/Disney1034.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/Disney1035.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/Disney1043.jpg

sunrise :goodvibes
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/Disney1089.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/Disney1092.jpg

Mara bakery selection :)
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/Disney1259.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/Disney1395.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/Disney1396.jpg

THEN, this was the day a giraffe came RIGHT outside!!
No zoom:
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/DISNEY116.jpg

With zoom :)
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/DISNEY123.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/095.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/096.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/251.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/252.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/253.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/362.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/364.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/367.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/369.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/384.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b273/mimiloveswdw/387.jpg

[lissiesmum]

Thanks for posting the pictures! Beautiful! :thumbsup2

[sjs314]

Great Pics, thanks for shareing !

[floridascgirl]

Thanks for posting your great photos! We'll be there in February.:wizard::banana::cloud9:

[rivercottage]

Thank you for your lovely images :-)

[lustergirl]

thanks for the pics, we will be at AKL September 2011.

[zoie101]

those are awsome:thumbsup2

[Celesdragon]

Never posted my April stay!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1398/4594365640_4d2bcfb132.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1097/4593841165_5ccf857fc5_z.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3346/4594444808_1a4880e5b7_z.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3064/4594445046_6d9e8057af_z.jpg

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1093/4594457072_652754f6ff_z.jpg

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4070/4594456384_21582efc2d_z.jpg

[sjs314]

Celesdragon - Great pics 75 more days and I will be sitting in those chairs :banana:

Thanks for posting and feeding my AKL fix :thumbsup2

[tink,too]

Great photos, mimiloveswdw & celesdragon! :hippie:

We'll be there for the first time in just under 6 weeks! :cool1:

[disney honeymooners]

I can't wait til next September we will be there from 9/17 - 9/22

[zoie101]

I can't wait til next September we will be there from 9/17 - 9/22

WE WILL BE THERE ON THOSE DATES TOOO
sept 14 to 23:thumbsup2

[donaldfan1]

great pics so looking forward on staying at the AKL :dance3:

[dsnygrl21]

Does anyone know where I can find pics of a king bedroom cl?? Could anyone upload if they have some?? Beautiful pics all around and thank you ever so much for sharing!!

Hopefully I will have some pics to share with you all soon!

[dsnygrl21]

oops, double post

[disney honeymooners]

zoie101

that is too cool :cool1::cool1:

[lustergirl]

Booked first trip to AKL for next September, so excited to be finally staying there. Keep the pictures coming;)

[candeeapril]

can't wait to be there soon:)

[jeanylaser]

we can't wait to stay in AKL for Dec 2010! This is our first time at AKL!

[floridascgirl]

we can't wait to stay in AKL for Dec 2010! This is our first time at AKL!


We were there last December and it was awesome. :cloud9: You are going to love it, I'm certain!

If anyone has photos of the refurbished blue pool, could you please post them? Thanks. :goodvibes

[Celesdragon]

The pool in April

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1438/4594463914_81a3d85b5a_z.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3422/4594464034_ebdedc1c22_z.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3444/4593843719_42b880844c_z.jpg

[crazedprincess]

I just posted some balcony view pics in the "balcony view" thread. I can post some more here if anyone wants me too. :)

[JenniJ]

PLEASE!! :goodvibes:

[crazedprincess]

The view outside our balcony, room 2219, Kudu Trail, Arusha Savanna:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1860.jpg

My girls enjoying a snack and looking at the animal check-list:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1861.jpg

Giraffes, my youngest's favorite animal!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1862.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1863.jpg

We loved being by all the different birds:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1864.jpg

There was always a different view, every time we returned back to our room!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1998.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1999.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_2000.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/2010-04-23183141_Kissimmee_Florida_US.jpg

[crazedprincess]

The flamingos:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1868.jpg

View from pool area:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1916.jpg

Pool slide:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1917.jpg

My oldest taking the plunge:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1918.jpg

Heavenly!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/IMG_1919.jpg

I want to be in this spot RIGHT NOW!

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/2010-04-23170033_Kissimmee_Florida_US.jpg

Outside the pool area:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/2010-04-23180534_Kissimmee_Florida_US.jpg

Sunset

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v499/Sarasq/2010-04-22200633_Kissimmee_Florida_US.jpg

[floridascgirl]

Thanks for posting your pics...I needed my AKL fix! :woohoo:

I still prefer the old pool more, though.:sad1:

[crazedprincess]

No problem! :goodvibes It made me want to go there right now!!!

That was our first and only time at AKL, so regarding the pool, I had nothing to compare it to. Was it a safety issue? Is that why they changed the pool color?

[hematite153]

That was our first and only time at AKL, so regarding the pool, I had nothing to compare it to. Was it a safety issue? Is that why they changed the pool color?

I also miss the old pool. Pictures of the new one always look like "commercial swimming complex" instead of "themed watering hole".

What I heard, was they changed it because they were tired of people complaining that it was "dirty" instead of understanding that it had been intentionally painted brown.

[JenniJ]

Thank you SO MUCH! Had a tough day today and those pics made me feel better! No I can go to bed in a better mood! :)

[candeeapril]

love the pictures!!

[tink,too]

Oooh - all these great photos are making me want to spill the beans and tell DD that we're staying at AKV in 4.5 weeks (she thinks we're going back to SSR). :yay:

[lissiesmum]

crazedprincess, what floor was your savannah view on? looks like you were really close to the animals :)

[gottagetmydisneyfix]

I've skimmed through this thread and have found a few, but was wondering if anyone has any real nice pool view pics they could post (repost). We're thinking of booking pool view next year and wondering if there's a specific floor/area/trail to request for a good, unobstructed view, or is it luck of the draw? Does anyone have any pics of a room that had a view of the flamingo pool? TIA if you can help!:flower3:

[crazedprincess]

crazedprincess, what floor was your savannah view on? looks like you were really close to the animals :)

We were on 1st floor. It was awesome!

[oldrodnok]

:littleangel:nice photos....:littleangel:

[DJ Disney Kid]

September 18th - 25th 2010

Savannah View Room 3373

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0425.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0213.jpg

View from laying in my bed

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0525.jpg

Pool in the morning and at night

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0219.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0420.jpg

[DJ Disney Kid]

View inside the lobby

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0268.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0272.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0276.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0295.jpg

Entrance to Boma

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0326.jpg

Some shots from returning from the buses

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0262.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0266.jpg

[DJ Disney Kid]

Some shots from the walking area outside the lobby

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0278.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0280.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0283.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0285.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0290.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0292.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0294.jpg

[DJ Disney Kid]

Some photos near the pool area

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0324.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0319.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0322.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0317.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v223/djkidkaz/IMG_0314.jpg

[dsnygrl21]

Thank you for the pictures DJ!! They are great and I am getting a good idea of what to expect. Leaving in less than 2 weeks!

Any pictures of the room??

[JenniJ]

Thank yu so much for the pics! Only 61 days to go and can't wait! Thinking of the trip all the time.
Would love to see pics of the room if you have them too! :)

[DJ Disney Kid]

Sorry, I for some reason didn't take any room pics. I'll have to remember that next time Im at whatever resort Im at.

[momof3lovebugs]

Oh my heavens! DJ thanks for the pics! We are leaving in two wks, one day! :cool1: I am sooooooo excited!!
Do any of you know if the decor is done by floor or wing or whatever? We originally booked std, but then I bumped to pool view. Hoping we get some pixie dust and have the beautiful flowing decor!

[Disney-Chick]

I loved seeing all the pics as we will be staying there from the jan. 2nd-8th. We always stay at POP and will be from the Dec 27th-Jan. 2nd, but then are switching. DF always wanted to stay at AKL....only 85 days!!! :dance3:

[hstrickland]

subbing!

[pas130]

I posted some on another thread. But here are some Balcony views (2nd floor, 2 bedroom suite Arusha savannah-free upgrade) and the flamingos are by the pool.

http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd507/pas130/AKL%202010/IMG_1138.jpg

http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd507/pas130/AKL%202010/IMG_1158.jpg

http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd507/pas130/AKL%202010/IMG_1153.jpg

http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd507/pas130/AKL%202010/IMG_1120.jpg

http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd507/pas130/AKL%202010/IMG_1150.jpg
kids were not happy, we were checking out (and I actually was crying-I know it was my birthday I hate leaving Disney)

http://i1223.photobucket.com/albums/dd507/pas130/AKL%202010/IMG_1175.jpg