AKL LITE unofficial FAQ thread#10 - I believe that's known as a 'Jambo Dozen'

[hill6]

....very nice...

Thanks

 

[thumper*]

Thank you for the warm welcome!
Isn't there a way to book a Savanna View room separate than the Arusha Savanna? I only ask because when I look online to price out rooms, they have "savanna view" listed at one rate, and "arusha view" listed at another... We were hoping to guarantee that we could get a savanna view without paying the extra to "upgrade" to the better Arusha View...
Trying to sort all of this new info out


Thanks!!! I think I may be doing something wrong, because when I put in my info on the side where the drop down choices are and I select "Savanna View/Queen Beds" it's not showing anything... maybe I'm confused as to what room I'm really looking for!

Thank you both for the quick replies!

Here is a little bit more detailed info on what type of animals are in what savanna. Welcome to the thread and enjoy your trip.

http://allears.net/acc/faq_akl.htm

 

[EveClark]

Yes. A Savannah view that is not called Arusha View a view of a savannah other than Arusha. Only the Arusha view rooms are guaranteed to be Arusha view.

Thanks!
Is there anywhere to look and see on a map where those rooms are located?
I tried looking on that very cool touringplans map that was in the link but nothing was coming up for "savanna view/queen beds"
I just want to have a general idea of where they may be and/or if there are any requests I should/can make for the best view within those rooms...
I'm assuming they are on the outer parts of the "horseshoe" since the Arusha Savanna is in the middle?

 

[EveClark]

...I'd call directly and request Savannah View - Ostrich Trail....definitely.

I've booked marked a few maps that people have shared on this thread. I think these were the best(since I didn't keep the others).

http://planningforwdw.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/akl-map.jpg

http://www.parkinfo2go.com/dvc-akv/floor5.php (Bah! Never mind this is for DVC only! Sorry)

I've tried using the touring plans one as well. Takes some fiddling. Though I'm sure I'm still doing it wrong. Nice to actually see the view from the room though if they have it.

Hope it helps and welcome to the thread, its awesome here!

Here is a little bit more detailed info on what type of animals are in what savanna. Welcome to the thread and enjoy your trip.

http://allears.net/acc/faq_akl.htm

Thank you all so much! This will keep me busy for a while! In the best possible way, of course
I'm learning so much and everyone is so helpful. Thanks!!!

 

[AngiTN]

Thanks!
Is there anywhere to look and see on a map where those rooms are located?
I tried looking on that very cool touringplans map that was in the link but nothing was coming up for "savanna view/queen beds"
I just want to have a general idea of where they may be and/or if there are any requests I should/can make for the best view within those rooms...
I'm assuming they are on the outer parts of the "horseshoe" since the Arusha Savanna is in the middle?

Yes, Arusha Savannah is the middle one.
You don't have to use the menu along the side to see the view. If you click over on the map that shows the buildings it will open another map that shows individual rooms you can then click around on it and see the view from that room, or a nearby room when there is no pic from that room. It even tells you what to put on your request if you want a room with a view similar to what you see in the photo.
Just play with the map a bit, it gets easy to figure out pretty quick.

 

[mariamouse]

Apologies in advance if this has been asked frequently, but I cannot seem to find an answer after a quick search..

Can anyone tell me if/when the AKL will undergo room renovations? My understanding is that the resort recently converted to triple sheeting only (similar to the GF, which then started full room renovations shortly thereafter).

Does anyone have pictures of the current rooms?

Thank you!

 

[hill6]

We get there in 13 days. Today I got an email survey about our Disney planning experience. Any one else get that that arrives soon?

 

[Ferrentinos]

Hi all!
We are booked for AKL CL next month - I know that those rooms are on the 4th floor but where abouts are they? Near the lobby or all over the 4th floor? Just curious - Thanks!

 

[RachelTori]

Hi all!
We are booked for AKL CL next month - I know that those rooms are on the 4th floor but where abouts are they? Near the lobby or all over the 4th floor? Just curious - Thanks!

AKL CL rooms are usually in the first pod off the lobby - both on Kudu Trail and Zebra Trail, which is Arusha Savannah - plus very convenient to most everything (Lounge, pool, restaurants, transportation). (Occasionally, CL guests will be in the 2nd pod off the lobby - still very convenient!)

We have stayed CL numerous times and have gotten rooms # 4219 and 4225 on multiple occasions!

Besides being convenient for CL guests, it makes it easier for Mousekeeping and turn-down service to have the CL rooms clustered together!

 

[Gwjoeymed]

We've stayed at AKL many times, but not since 2/12 so it's been a little while and the pricing is now different. On our next trip in June, my sister is staying at AKL, savannah view. We're at BWV so being near us is not a concern, but I'm wondering if there is any benefit to requesting a certain trail animal wise. She's traveling alone and gets up early so she's looking forward to sitting out on the balcony and looking at the animals. Most recently we stayed on Arusha, so I don't really remember what is on Uzima vs Sunset. Is one more active in the early AM vs the other?

Also, what is the time on the bus from AKL to MK? My wife and I are disagreeing, she says about 15 minutes, I say 20-25. This is assuming the bus is there right away.

 

[psac]

We've stayed at AKL many times, but not since 2/12 so it's been a little while and the pricing is now different. On our next trip in June, my sister is staying at AKL, savannah view. We're at BWV so being near us is not a concern, but I'm wondering if there is any benefit to requesting a certain trail animal wise. She's traveling alone and gets up early so she's looking forward to sitting out on the balcony and looking at the animals. Most recently we stayed on Arusha, so I don't really remember what is on Uzima vs Sunset. Is one more active in the early AM vs the other?

Also, what is the time on the bus from AKL to MK? My wife and I are disagreeing, she says about 15 minutes, I say 20-25. This is assuming the bus is there right away.

It kinds depends because the busses sometimes back up getting into MK. So 15-25 might be right. it also depends on how long it takes to actually load people, e.g., if someone has an ECV or just trying to stuff people on the loaded bus. In general I would say about 20 mins is the norm.

 

[dgbg100106]

Here is the latest list of everyone visiting in 2014


If you have any updates please let me know...

2014

May
Caseytigger, 1st – 5th, AKL
The Yeti Guy, 2nd – 5th, AKL
Shaden, 2nd – 6th, AKL Jambo House
dolphigirl47, 2nd – 17th, Disney Wonder Panama Canal Cruise
suemom2kay, 3rd – 12th, AKL
Hill6, 5th – 8th, AKL Kidani
CupcakeKelly, 5th – 8th, AKL
RebelSoul, 5th – 11th, AKV Jambo
Cruzergirl, 5th – 14th, AKL
Jenbrewer, 6th – 8th, AKL CL
Hill6, 8th – 10th, AKL Kidani
DevonsDisneyMom, 9th – 17th, AKV Jambo
Zeldot, 10th – 14th, AKL CL
jmetz1028, 13th – 18th, AKL
amazingact21, 14th – 15th, AKL
Wolfie68, 14th – 18th, AKL
CinderElsa, 15th – 18th, AKL
GirlGoneTexan, 16th – 20th, AKL
Lelei, 16th – 26th, AKL
AddictedtoDoleWhip, 17th – 24th, AKL
Jeffbear, 17th – 24th, AKL
hemmie, 20th -26th, AKL
RachelTori, 20th-27th, AKV-CL; Dolphin
chocovrdmicears, 20th – 28th, AKL
Momto8, 23rd – 30th, Jambo House
Vital, 23rd – 31st, Jambo House
Paula Sedley-Burke, 26th – 28th, ASMu
Paula Sedley-Burke, 28th – Jun 4th, SSR
franandaj, 28th - Jun 4th, VGF

June
Paula Sedley-Burke, May 28th – 4th, SSR
franandaj, May 28th - 4th, VGF
goofy4prez, 2nd – 9th, AKL-CL
NMDisneyMom, 3rd – 10th, AKV Jambo
ipuffyheartdisney, 13th, BLT
ipuffyheartdisney, 14th -21st, Jambo House
Grandma Rainbow, 18th – 21st, AKL
1971DBday, 19th – 28th, AKV
Manicstreet, 24th – Jul 2nd, AKL

July
Manicstreet, Jun 24th – 2nd, AKL
Ah10is, 1st – 8th, AKL
Kanga1, 13th – 25th, AKL
Think-like-tink, 15th – 26th, AKV CL
MickeyT, 25th – Aug 1st, Jambo CL
YCFAN, 26th – 28th, Royal Assante Suite & Royal Kuba Suite
anjalee6, 28th – Aug 6th, AKL
jvattes, 29th – Aug 5th, AKL
AngiTN, 29th – Aug 5th, AKL

August
anjalee6, Jul 28th – 6th, AKL
jvattes, Jul 29th – 5th, AKL
AngiTN, Jul 29th – 5th, AKL
MICKEY'S DREAMERS, 4th, AULANI RESORT , Oahu.
bobbie68, 7th – 10th, AKL
KHWDW27, 10th – 16th, Kidani
MomofDisneyLoversx3, 11th -18th, WL
katema52, 16th – 22nd, Kidani
eangel12, 20th – 21st, AKL CL
MaggieMouse, 20th – 27th, AKL
15isto2, 30th-Sept 27th, Kidani

September
15isto2, Aug 30th-27th, Kidani
pamelasu1 – 8th -12th, AKV Jambo studio
skatalite, 10th – 20th, AKV Jambo House
ShelliRenee, 14th – 19th, AKL
Sturowski, 16th – 22nd, AKL
Paula Sedley-Burke, 18th - 25th, AKV
LJD2143, 20th – 27th, AKL
Jackiemarie21, 19th – 24th, AKL
Jennasis, 22nd – 28th, Kidani
PNO4TE, 25th-29th, BWV
RachelTori, 25th-29th, BWV
Paula Sedley-Burke, 25th – 28th, The Dream
aaarcher86, 26th – Oct 6th, Kidani
Paula Sedley-Burke, 28th – Oct 1st, BCV

October
aaarcher86, Sep 26th – 6th, Kidani
Paula Sedley-Burke, Sep 28th - 1st, BCV
Paula Sedley-Burke, 1st – 2nd, VGF
Rarity, 25th – Nov 1st, Jambo House
AliceandAriel, 25th – Nov 1st, AKV Kidani
Tarcc, 25th - Nov 8th, AKL
Weswife, 26th – 31st, AKL
kimmar067, 29th – Nov 3rd, AKL
PNO4TE, 31st – Nov 2nd, Kidani
DizDaD7, 31st – Nov 9th, SSR

November
Tarcc, Oct 25th - 8th, AKL
kimmar067, Oct 29th – 3rd, AKL
PNO4TE, Oct 31st – 2nd, Kidani
DizDaD7, Oct 31st – 9th, SSR
PNO4TE, 2nd – 8th, BWV
YoYoAurora, 1st – 8th, AKL CL
Grandma Rainbow, 5th – 9th, AKL
Xclusive2WDW, 11th -16th, AKL
dolphingirl47, 13th – 23rd, Aulani
RapunzelsGoodMom, 22nd – 27th, AKV Kidani
saysib, 28th-Dec 12th, AKL

December
saysib, Nov 28th-12th, AKL
nadira36, Nov 30th – 12th, AKL, DD will turn 8….
Cincystamper, 3rd – 14th, AKL
Emilyclaire, 4th – 10th, AKL
jcjen519, 14th – 23rd, AKV CL

2015
January

February

March

April

 

[AngiTN]

Anyone happen to know of a place online that I can get a good quality image of this? It's a screen shot of the photo used for MDE ap

 

[MickeyT]

Here is the latest list of everyone visiting in 2014


If you have any updates please let me know...

No updates but a great big thank you for taking care of this!

 

[srauchbauer]

please add us to the list for March 4-9, 2015

 

[DINKsAtDisney]

We are booked for AKL January 9-13, 2015

SO excited to stay there - it's our first time & we booked a Savanna view. My husband will never want to leave!

Edited to say January instead of July - I keep doing that today for some reason!!

 

[NatalieMT]

We just booked this morning too! 24th August - 1st September 2015! Never been to AKL before, we just did standard view, so excited. Can't wait to get all the AKL information!

 

[kimmar067]

We are booked for AKL January 9-13, 2015

SO excited to stay there - it's our first time & we booked a Savanna view. My husband will never want to leave!

Edited to say January instead of July - I keep doing that today for some reason!!

....wishful thinking... [ ]

 

[CookieandOatmeal]

We also booked the other day for our honeymoon. Feb 14-16, 2015 at AKL then 4 days on the Dream. We can't wait to see what view we get for our savanna room! Also will be celebrating my fiancé's birthday since he is a Valentine's Day baby!

 

[mariamouse]

Apologies in advance if this has been asked frequently, but I cannot seem to find an answer after a quick search..

Can anyone tell me if/when the AKL will undergo room renovations? My understanding is that the resort recently converted to triple sheeting only (similar to the GF, which then started full room renovations shortly thereafter).

Does anyone have pictures of the current rooms?

Thank you!

Anyone?