JAMBO! The UN-official AKL Thread ~ UPDATED(short film/pg 8 & slideshow/pg 12) Part 2

[AKLGoofy]

AKLGoofy! Thank you. You helped me with some feedback about the sunset safari/Jiko dinner stuff. Now, you have completed my idea for the fiance and his 58th birthday ideas! We are narrowing down to the last few things we have not yet done at Disney, and these are about it, except for Victoria and Albert's Chef's Table! I should book the segway and AKL thing now if I want to do it in August, huh?

OH yes, I'd say so. According to Birnbaum's:

"Around the World at Epcot (Daily 8:30 and 9:30)
An hour-long tour around the World Showcase Lagoon with a twist"

Two things are wrong here. First, they have added another timeslot, according to this link http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/parks/tourDetail?id=AroundtheWordEpcotTourPage it is at 9:00, because it is so popular now. Second, it is actually 2 hours, not one. They have another one which I saw listed somewhere that IS just one hour in length, but I'd have to think it wouldn't be worth it after you take out time for ride training.

So, I'd definately book now so that you can get the time/day that fits your schedule the best.

You'll truly enjoy the Sunset Safari, I think. The great thing was the generally unhurried atmosphere. After experiencing the "ride" in AK, I have to admit I was really looking forward to a chance to actually get some in-depth information about the animals and decent pictures. The dinner at Jiko was made all the better by the fact that our chef came out with each course to explain what each was, what region of the country it came from and answer any questions.

Bob

 

[AKLGoofy]

....uhhhhhhh, [with the exception of the price] I think that covers it.......

Heheh, sorry about that... you know me, ask a simple question and get a college dissertation....

Here's the link to the page describing it on Disney's website: http://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/parks/tourDetail?id=AroundtheWordEpcotTourPage

This tour was included in our "plan" so we never saw a bill.

Bob

 

[tiggrbaby]

AKLGoofy:

Thank you so much for the detailed segway report! My sister and I are scheduled to do that in November, and it sounds great! I am looking forward to the rest of your trip details.

 

[BensMom]

AKLGoofy, thanks again. Question on Jiko. Was the chef who came out Anette Grecchi Gray? We have been dying to meet her! We eat there probably an average of twice monthly and never have we had the opportunity. We know who she is from a distance, but that's as far as we got. I think I will wait till the DK is back in school for the Segway thingy. Not so long a wait...he starts August 7th...yikes! That way, we can get over there by 9 AM and relax. My fiance and I are into surprising each other. Last year he surprised me with the Richard Petty Driving Experience. I was a nervous wreck, albeit a hero (heroin) with all the men's wives who were there! The Segway sounds easier, and I don't have to worry about getting it out of first gear! LOL So, terrific, thanks again.

 

[Lostgirlz]

We are going to AKL for our honeymoon in feb. I am very interested in Boma, and that tour sounds fun. I am so torn between boma for dinner, or bome for breakfast? Which one is the better one to do they both sound great. Most of the menus for it I have found don't list a ton. Maybe someone can tell me which has what and what ones have better offerings. Thanks so much

 

[kimmar067]

Check out THESE links:

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-4686215441350673757&q=animal+kingdom+lodge


http://*********************/

 

[wendypooh]

Your welcome Beings you will be using them before me, please let me know what you thought of them once you return. This looks like the best way for me to go as well.

Thanks!!!! The site looks great and only $10 to deliver!!! WOW I'll let you know how we liked them.

 

[kimmar067]

Wendy ~
If you have about 20-25 minutes, definitely check out that FIRST link.....

 

[tinknme]

What happened to the 2cd link

Check out THESE links:

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-4686215441350673757&q=animal+kingdom+lodge


http://*********************/

 

[kimmar067]

Kwaheri.... [good-bye]

 

[kimmar067]

Learn some basic and simple Swahili words
Teach your self some basic Swahili words. These Swahili words could be useful on your visit or trip to Eat Africa

Animals Wanyama
Answer Jibu
Ask Uliza
Build Jenga
Call- ita
Can we go?- Tunaweza Kwenda?
Chair Kiti
Coffee Kahawa
Come here Njo Hapa
Driver Dereva
Father Baba
Fish Samaki
Food Chakula
Foods Vyakula
Frog Chura
Gentleman Bwana
Give me Nipe
Goodbye Kwaheli
Goodbye Kwaheri
Goodbye now Kwaheli sasa
He is a student Yeye ni mwanafunzi
Hello Jambo
Hello Jambo
How are you Habari ... (Ha ba ri)
How are you?- Habari
Hunger Njaa
I am a pupil Mimi ni mwanafunzi
I am a teacher Mimi ni mwalimu
I am here Niko Hapa
I do not have Sina

 

[tinknme]

I don't think I want to eat Africa

These Swahili words could be useful on your visit or trip to Eat Africa

 

[kimmar067]

I don't think I want to eat Africa

These Swahili words could be useful on your visit or trip to Eat Africa

...... ....mah ba-a-a-a-d....

 

[kimmar067]

...definitely time to go to bed.....

 

[tinknme]

I just read this on the Mouesavers newsletter about the bunkbeds:

None of the Standard View rooms will have bunk beds in 2007. If you want bunk beds in a Pool View or Savannah View room, you must pay extra for the "Bunk Bed" option.

I thought bunkbeds were not available now in standard view rooms?

 

[AKLGoofy]

AKLGoofy, thanks again. Question on Jiko. Was the chef who came out Anette Grecchi Gray? We have been dying to meet her! We eat there probably an average of twice monthly and never have we had the opportunity. We know who she is from a distance, but that's as far as we got. I think I will wait till the DK is back in school for the Segway thingy. Not so long a wait...he starts August 7th...yikes! That way, we can get over there by 9 AM and relax. My fiance and I are into surprising each other. Last year he surprised me with the Richard Petty Driving Experience. I was a nervous wreck, albeit a hero (heroin) with all the men's wives who were there! The Segway sounds easier, and I don't have to worry about getting it out of first gear! LOL So, terrific, thanks again.

I'm ashamed to say I don't remember his name, but the chef was a younger male. He said that he had worked at V & A's prior to coming to Jiko, though, if that helps.

The Segway would be a LOT easier than the Driving Experience, no doubt. I had looked at the Petty thing as something I might possibly do on our anniversary day while Susan was otherwise engaged, but as you will see when the rest of the report is posted, it just wouldn't have worked. At least I've left something for next time!

Bob

 

[BensMom]

You mean Susan wouldn't do it?! It's a blast. I wish I were more mentally prepared. All I was told when we left the house is "wear closed-toed shoes." Gulp. I had no idea until we were approaching the Magic Kingdom and the Car Care Center. Then I panicked cuz of I knew those cars weren't exactly automatics. The last stick I drove was a 1967 Corvette with a high, hard clutch and then my Harley. But that's a different story. I was the slowest one (and, of course, the only chick) in the bunch...topping out at 98 miles an hour. For Gawrsh sakes, I had my new Chrysler Pacifica up faster than that! Shhhh. Next time...watch out!!!

 

[kimmar067]

I just read this on the Mouesavers newsletter about the bunkbeds:

None of the Standard View rooms will have bunk beds in 2007. If you want bunk beds in a Pool View or Savannah View room, you must pay extra for the "Bunk Bed" option.

I thought bunkbeds were not available now in standard view rooms?

....I thought so too!

 

[wendypooh]

Wendy ~
If you have about 20-25 minutes, definitely check out that FIRST link.....

Cool ~~ Thanks for that link!!! One day maybe I'll get to stay in that suite!!!

***As for the "bunk-beds" in standard rooms I was under the same impression as everyone else, that bunk-beds were NOT in standard rooms???? I know that in Feb. I had booked standard, but requested bunk-beds. We were upgraded to deluxe savanna and it had bunk-beds. If there are bunk-beds in standard rooms now, this is news to me!!! I'm gonna go to mousesavers and read what it says. I know Mary is usually right on the money when it comes do Disney!!! Maybe the bunk-beds are so popular they feel the need to do this??? I know DS really enjoyed them, I'm hoping we get them again!!!

 

[Jenn0)))]

How exciting Will you do me a favor if you have time? Can you see if the marketplace sells 1/2 gallons of milk. I did not pay attention when I was there last. I am trying to decide if I need a grocery delivery or not. Beings we will be there for a week & my boys will be with me, I know I am going to need a few things for the room Thanks & have a wonderful time!

They do indeed sell 1/2 gallons of milk.