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Okay, get ready for the big reveal of the meaning of the final portion of my Pre-Trip Report title “Glennbo’s City, Sand, and Savanna PTR”: Savanna.
No, it’s not a safari trip to Africa (but you’re close), and it’s not the city in Georgia (spelled with an “h” on the end).
Savanna, of course = Animal Kingdom Lodge, Kidani Village, our DVC home resort.
<In game-show-announcer voice>
“Yes, you and your guests will be whisked away to enjoy Disney’s beautiful Animal Kingdom Villas at Kidani Village. Featuring over 30 species of wildlife that roam free amidst a 21-acre wildlife preserve that includes lush, tropical savannas, Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village offers you the unique opportunity to observe exotic animals in their natural habitat from special viewing areas throughout the Resort – and from the balcony of your very own Guest room.
Inside, the Resort features authentic African-inspired architecture and decorations, from hand-carved columns to intricate patterns that adorn the golden-tone furnishings. Tall floor lamps allude to tall, swaying trees, and ornate hanging fixtures appear to overflow with colorful flora and fauna. Thatched ceilings, a woven ceiling, real African artifacts and an arching window in the main lobby revealing the adjacent savanna surround you in the inimitable spirit of Africa.
Just outside the main building, sprawling wetlands border a picturesque landscape where thousands of indigenous African shrubs and grasses paint a picture reminiscent of the unspoiled grasslands of the Serengeti.”
That sounds wonderful!
We can’t wait to once again look out over the savanna.
And watch the animals.
And stroll through the resort, admiring the art.
Or find a quiet place to relax.
Oh, to cool off in the pool.
To come home from the parks at night and be greeted by this sight.
And the beautiful lobby inside.
I told you in the Intro that Gram and Poppy would be joining us on this trip, but they haven’t yet appeared in “City” or “Sand”, so yes, it’s during this leg of the trip (also named “Seniors”) that they will make their appearance. We’ve reserved a 2 bedroom unit to house us all, from Saturday June 23rd, checking out Saturday June 30th.
Before we invited Gram and Poppy along, we were thinking of trying another DVC resort this year, probably the Boardwalk or the Beach Club. But when we invited them and they accepted, we knew it had to be Animal Kingdom Lodge, so they could see it once again. Then I debated a little bit on whether to get a Savanna view suite or not. The kids loved it last year, but I thought that the Standard view room we had in 2009 was just fine and I’d be happy to save some points. In the end though, we decided hey, we invited my parents along, we’re not going to the parks everyday so it sure would be nice to be able to sit and look out at the animals. Savanna view it is!
If you’re familiar with DVC points (or even if you’re not), you may be thinking “gee Glennbo, it sounds like you’re really burning through the points”, and you’d be right. The RCI trade to New York City + a few days in Vero Beach + and a week in a Savanna view 2-bedroom at Kidani is almost 3 years’ worth of points for us. With banking and borrowing, we can do it, but that means no trip in 2013.
As they say on the DVC threads…“they’re just points, right?”
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No, it’s not a safari trip to Africa (but you’re close), and it’s not the city in Georgia (spelled with an “h” on the end).
Savanna, of course = Animal Kingdom Lodge, Kidani Village, our DVC home resort.
<In game-show-announcer voice>
“Yes, you and your guests will be whisked away to enjoy Disney’s beautiful Animal Kingdom Villas at Kidani Village. Featuring over 30 species of wildlife that roam free amidst a 21-acre wildlife preserve that includes lush, tropical savannas, Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village offers you the unique opportunity to observe exotic animals in their natural habitat from special viewing areas throughout the Resort – and from the balcony of your very own Guest room.
Inside, the Resort features authentic African-inspired architecture and decorations, from hand-carved columns to intricate patterns that adorn the golden-tone furnishings. Tall floor lamps allude to tall, swaying trees, and ornate hanging fixtures appear to overflow with colorful flora and fauna. Thatched ceilings, a woven ceiling, real African artifacts and an arching window in the main lobby revealing the adjacent savanna surround you in the inimitable spirit of Africa.
Just outside the main building, sprawling wetlands border a picturesque landscape where thousands of indigenous African shrubs and grasses paint a picture reminiscent of the unspoiled grasslands of the Serengeti.”
That sounds wonderful!
We can’t wait to once again look out over the savanna.

And watch the animals.

And stroll through the resort, admiring the art.

Or find a quiet place to relax.

Oh, to cool off in the pool.

To come home from the parks at night and be greeted by this sight.

And the beautiful lobby inside.

I told you in the Intro that Gram and Poppy would be joining us on this trip, but they haven’t yet appeared in “City” or “Sand”, so yes, it’s during this leg of the trip (also named “Seniors”) that they will make their appearance. We’ve reserved a 2 bedroom unit to house us all, from Saturday June 23rd, checking out Saturday June 30th.
Before we invited Gram and Poppy along, we were thinking of trying another DVC resort this year, probably the Boardwalk or the Beach Club. But when we invited them and they accepted, we knew it had to be Animal Kingdom Lodge, so they could see it once again. Then I debated a little bit on whether to get a Savanna view suite or not. The kids loved it last year, but I thought that the Standard view room we had in 2009 was just fine and I’d be happy to save some points. In the end though, we decided hey, we invited my parents along, we’re not going to the parks everyday so it sure would be nice to be able to sit and look out at the animals. Savanna view it is!
If you’re familiar with DVC points (or even if you’re not), you may be thinking “gee Glennbo, it sounds like you’re really burning through the points”, and you’d be right. The RCI trade to New York City + a few days in Vero Beach + and a week in a Savanna view 2-bedroom at Kidani is almost 3 years’ worth of points for us. With banking and borrowing, we can do it, but that means no trip in 2013.
As they say on the DVC threads…“they’re just points, right?”
Link to next chapter