It's NEVER Too Late, for Number 8 - the most UNOFFICIAL, 'official' AKL thread yet!

[pilferk]

,,,,hmmmm....the 6-y-o might have a bit of a hard time with it, but you know your child better than I....I still say go for it!

We bring her a stroller (though this will be her last trip where we do), so she gets pushed around. She'll probably be the least tired amongst all of us!

But...I agree...I worry about her stamina level. It's a lot to do in a day.

 

[pilferk]

Hi all - quick question. We're staying at Kidani for the first time in Oct (yes, finally gave into DH to not stay at Jambo). We have just a standard view booked, but wondered if I should be making any requests. Anyone have a favorite request they've used for standard views?

Thanks!

Standard is going to mean parking lot view or pool/parking lot view at Kidani.

I'd request near the lobby and on a lower floor. It'll keep you close to everything, including the path to the pool, the bus stops, and the bigger animal viewing areas.

 

[RachelTori]

I took out my Wild Africa Trek CD. Here are some of the pictures -- from 2/7/2011.

I believe the tour stopped going near the gorillas since it upset them. Luckily, they ignored us!

More in a minute.........

 

[RachelTori]

Wild Africa Trek: Feb 7, 2011

The Boma:

Our snack and the Frunch!

The End!

 

[Pinkocto]

Now Im making a liar out of myself I cannt find where I read that. I could have swarn I read that

Sorry didnt mean to start any rumors

Whew!!! I was worried, I love the safaris!

I think that was "old" information. The Sunrise & Wanyama Safaris at AKL are safe! There are no other safaris at the Lodge.......... at least none that I'm aware of!

I believe what Kerrie saw was about the Wildlife Discovery Excursion (safari) -- gone for over a year now. I enjoyed it, but wasn't overly impressed.

The Wild Africa Trek is the replacement and it is a much better experience than the WDE was (to me, anyway! I did it the first month it was offered. ) Pricier, yes, but you also get the Photopass CD and you can load ALL your vacation photos on it, making it an even better value!

Thank you I'm planning on doing the Wanyama again in March so that got me worried. I agree, the Wild Africa Trek is great fun. I think we did it on the second day it started, loved that it worked with our dates.

I haven't read through everything yet but just wanted to introduce myself. I'm Jess and I'm a new DVC owner. Me, hub and two sons age 9 & 1 are staying in a 1BR Savanna view from dec 6-14. We are very excited as we have never stayed at AKL before or any deluxe.

I look forward to getting to know everyone, getting tips and seeing pics

Welcome! Congratulations on DVC, I'm so in love with it. And AKL is absolutely amazing.

Jambo & greeting from AKL all! I'm sitting here in front of the firepit in Jambo lobby! I can't sleep. We arrived yesterday. It's beautiful here! No pixie dust for a room upgrade but it's fine. The pool is great! DD8 didn't want to get out & couldn't stop going on the slide. We did storytelling yesterday & the campfire. Then the parade in the lobby! You guys weren't kidding about soooo much to do here!
The downside was the grumpy CM who checked us in - not pleasant at all. And the room feels small for just the three if us.
Have a great day all!
Oh - the zebra dome ..... YUMMO!

I'm sorry you found a grump. That's never fun, shame on them. Sounds like you're already having tons of fun!

1 more day till be arrive at Kidani! Checked in with SW and got an "A" boarding number. You am so excited I can hardly contain myself. My boys do not know we are coming tomorrow. They think we may be going to Disney "soon". Cannot wait to wake them up at 4:30am and tell them to get dressed cause we are going to Disney world.

I hope today goes super fast for you

...my brother and his family are at MK right now....their flight was delayed so they didn't get to MCO until 4AM this morning! He'll probably fall asleep on BTMRR.....

Oh my, what a way to start a trip, no fun.

 

[Pinkocto]

Thanks for the pictures Laura

 

[dolphingirl47]

Thanks! I have a question for you, where and what time (on the Wonder) do you guys usually have the first DISmeet with everyone on your cruise thread. We finally have one and a small FEE group together.

Usually at 3:00 PM on embarkation day at the Promenade Lounge. On our first cruise on the Wonder, we did meet on deck 9 near the family pool, but even though it was a small group, this did not really work out.

Corinna

 

[PNO4TE]

Elin, how is the time off going? I hope you're able to get in lots of relaxation

Welllll..... not so much! I have a State Board Meeting in Charlottesville today and tomorrow, but I am skipping out on a portion of it to take Bob to Pennsylvania to see his Dad. My FIL will be 95 tomorrow!! We will turn around and head back home Friday so I can spend the weekend preparing plans for our Preview/Demo lessons for new students next week. I am also trying to finish up my compositions from last session. BUT... I am not teaching so that is relaxing in and of itself. Thanks for asking, Pam!!

 

[PNO4TE]

Good afternoon, Js & Ks! :sunny;

 

[franandaj]

<------- ME tagless with only a measly 4500 posts

You need to hang out on Kimmar's Tag Fairy thread. The TF is handing out tags right and left!

Thanks Corinna! I think I could try and organize a meet for the first day of the cruise.

Thanks for the pictures Laura!

 

[TyRy]

Standard is going to mean parking lot view or pool/parking lot view at Kidani.

I'd request near the lobby and on a lower floor. It'll keep you close to everything, including the path to the pool, the bus stops, and the bigger animal viewing areas.

Thanks and will do.

Welllll..... not so much! I have a State Board Meeting in Charlottesville today and tomorrow, but I am skipping out on a portion of it to take Bob to Pennsylvania to see his Dad. My FIL will be 95 tomorrow!! We will turn around and head back home Friday so I can spend the weekend preparing plans for our Preview/Demo lessons for new students next week. I am also trying to finish up my compositions from last session. BUT... I am not teaching so that is relaxing in and of itself. Thanks for asking, Pam!!

Happy Birthday to your FIL!!!

 

[dgbg100106]

Thanks for the pictures Laura....

So if you ever get a chance to go to Flip Burger Boutique there in Atlanta,
I want to eat a burger for me, take pictures and then tell me how wonderful it is...


http://www.flipburgerboutique.com/menu-2/

I want the d'lux and the steak tartare.... both look so yummy!

 

[RachelTori]

Thanks for the pictures Laura....

So if you ever get a chance to go to Flip Burger Boutique there in Atlanta,
I want to eat a burger for me, take pictures and then tell me how wonderful it is...


http://www.flipburgerboutique.com/menu-2/

I want the d'lux and the steak tartare.... both look so yummy!

Looks great! How do you find these places?!!

JD & I will have to venture over to Midtown or Buckhead and sample for you! "When" is the big question!!

I am not a big meat eater, but I'll make the sacrifice in your honor!!! I will get a full report to you, with photos!

 

[dgbg100106]

Looks great! How do you find these places?!!

JD & I will have to venture over to Midtown or Buckhead and sample for you! "When" is the big question!!

I am not a big meat eater, but I'll make the sacrifice in your honor!!! I will get a full report to you, with photos!

I saw it on the food network! They were make both of those burgers and My mouth was watering.....

you are the only person I know close enough to go sample for me...

 

[dgbg100106]

ok my tags changed..... The scrolling green thing used to be my secret handshake quote... and it was blue...


This green thing I never said, or if I did it was so long ago I don't remember

 

[tiggrbaby]

Laura: Great pics, thanks for sharing!

Elin: Have a great trip to PA!

Brandi: How did that happen to your scrollie?

 

[RachelTori]

ok my tags changed..... The scrolling green thing used to be my secret handshake quote... and it was blue...


This green thing I never said, or if I did it was so long ago I don't remember

That's eerie! Does it at least have any kind of meaning for you? Tag Fairy works in mysterious ways!!!!

 

[RachelTori]

I saw it on the food network! They were make both of those burgers and My mouth was watering.....

you are the only person I know close enough to go sample for me...

You could come to (or through ) ATL you know!!!

But I will accept the assignment as soon as I can get myself there!

 

[kimmar067]

We bring her a stroller (though this will be her last trip where we do), so she gets pushed around. She'll probably be the least tired amongst all of us!

...youth is wasted on the young....

 

[kimmar067]

...don't quote me on this, but I think he's laughing at you....