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

[kimmar067]

Fellow NJ'er here, too. We were at AKL 8/25-9/2 and it was indeed awesome as I've reported. It was beyond our expectations and the only 'hiccup' that we were not prepared for was lack of drawer space. However, we quickly figured out a plan and made it work. The resort was fantastic, a must-do for us again.

....and yer trip report and pix ar-r-r-r-r-r-r-r-r-re....WHERE??!?!?!?

 

[arieljasmine]

Awesome article! Thank you! I've even more excited about trying them now...

Thank you

ArielJasmine

 

[Funniebunny]

I'm looking at booking AKL for the end of November next year. We are getting married in Disney so we would really like a romantic place to stay. We will be getting married at Sunset Pointe and will most likely eat at O'Hana's that night.

Do you think that AKL is the right resort for us? The other option was POR

 

[dee slack]

I'm looking at booking AKL for the end of November next year. We are getting married in Disney so we would really like a romantic place to stay. We will be getting married at Sunset Pointe and will most likely eat at O'Hana's that night.

Do you think that AKL is the right resort for us? The other option was POR

Hey 'county neighbour'!! We'll be staying at AKL for our VR at the pavilion in Dec 07. We just love everything about Africa and wild animals, so that's why we chose AKL. It sounds a lovely place and I'm sure it will be perfect for you both - it's a little bit off the beaten track so pretty secluded and romantic!

 

[Funniebunny]

Hi dee slack, when in December is you VR? We will hopefully getting married in the last week of Nov 07, so we'll be there from 26th Nov - 03 Dec.

My Fiance has always wanted to stay there, he also loves animals, but we really had to look into the cost of it. I'd heard great reports about POR too but I think AKL is the way to go

 

[wallyb]

wallyb,

It's more of a feast than a tasting dinner at Jiko. You'll get three different entrees (usually filet, chicken and fish with side dishes), several appetizers, dips and a hugh dessert tray. It also comes with three South African wines. Everything was great. You and Paul won't be disappointed.

Kathy

Wow - Thanks so for the info!

 

[kimmar067]

I'm looking at booking AKL for the end of November next year. We are getting married in Disney so we would really like a romantic place to stay. We will be getting married at Sunset Pointe and will most likely eat at O'Hana's that night.

Do you think that AKL is the right resort for us? The other option was POR

..DEFINITELY AKL is the way to go.... !

 

[IWISHFORDISNEY]

AKL for a honeymoon would be so awesome. We went to plain old Jamaica figureing we would relax. Yeah that was fun for a day or two then we were like. We miss the mouse this vacation sucks. So yes AKL will be great for your honeymoon. Romantic wonderful resort with the parks right there!!!!


Just a reminder AKL is on the TRavel Channel at 12:30 today.

 

[tinknme]

Hello everyone! Just returned from a weekend away, so I have not been able to keep up with the thread.

Kimmar I am loving your TR

Look at my ticker, only 24 more days

 

[shyjade]

...soooo, when ya get BACK, we won't be able to shut you up??!?!? .....

You can count on it!!

 

[shyjade]

Oh yeah, i got the free upgrade from standard to Savannah View for free! We were on the Zebra trail and it was awesome. Saw the baby zebra and giraffe. We went to the Arusha trail to see if the view was better from that side, however we didn't notice any better view from that side even though there's alot of chat about the Arusha trail being the best.

A baby zebra?!?! I didn't know there's a baby zebra there, only heard about a baby giraffe. Please tell me more! Anyone know how old it is or have pictures? We'll be there in 3 weeks and my DD8 LOVES zebras (which is the main reason we upgraded to the AKL.

 

[shyjade]

Look at my ticker, only 25 more days

Hey Janet, only 22 days for me so maybe we'll run into each other there?! Maybe we can enjoy an "adult beverage" poolside while the kids swim! It's just me and my DD8 going on this trip (Sept. 27-30)

I'll try and find a photo of us to post so you'll recognize us if you see us.

 

[brookelizabeth]

I'm looking at booking AKL for the end of November next year. We are getting married in Disney so we would really like a romantic place to stay. We will be getting married at Sunset Pointe and will most likely eat at O'Hana's that night.

Do you think that AKL is the right resort for us? The other option was POR

My fiance and I are staying at the AKL for our honeymoon in October! We are soooooo excited about it, it seems to be a very fun and romantic lodge. I've never been to the AKL, or even to Disney, but from what I have read, even the Standard view rooms at the AKL are pretty awesome, so that might save you guys some money. We booked the pool view, which is beautiful, but it would be amazing to get an upgrade to savannah too....but, we won't be disappointed with the pool view either.

Anyway, I've learned there are tons of cozy corners and places to view the animals, so if you want to save some money you can book Standard and still have a fantastic honeymoon!!! (and really, to be honest, how much time is really going to be spent looking out the window--if you know what I mean!! )

 

[brookelizabeth]

AKL for a honeymoon would be so awesome.

Oooh, I hope so!

 

[brookelizabeth]

I've been trying to stuff as much Disney info as I can into my brain pre-honeymoon so we both aren't completely clueless when we get down there, but one thing I've been having trouble just keeping track of is when each of the nightly shows are.

Epcot has IllumiNations, I remember that one--but I know there is also "Wishes", a light parade on the water, fireworks, and more...

Can someone please tell me what each of the shows are, what times they are and which "land" they are in? Also, any "hints" on good places to watch these shows?

I have already booked our dinner reservations, but I want to adjust them so we can catch at least one or two of these shows.

Thanks all!

 

[dee slack]

Hi dee slack, when in December is you VR? We will hopefully getting married in the last week of Nov 07, so we'll be there from 26th Nov - 03 Dec.

My Fiance has always wanted to stay there, he also loves animals, but we really had to look into the cost of it. I'd heard great reports about POR too but I think AKL is the way to go

We're hoping to have our VR on Dec 11th, but have a while to wait until Disney can confirm that date.
We'll be arriving in Florida Dec 6th (2 nights Royal Pacific @ Universal) before getting to AKL 9th for 9 nights then to save money we've then got our last 5 nights at H.I. on I-Drive. I'm sooo looking forward to AKL - there have been some fantastic reports and photo's of that place I'm excited already!!!

We live in Kirkby-in-Ashfield, if you're on the Notts side of Derby's.

 

[tinknme]

Bummer we check in on the 30th. It would be nice to have a drink & be able to chat with another adult while indulging

Hey Janet, only 22 days for me so maybe we'll run into each other there?! Maybe we can enjoy an "adult beverage" poolside while the kids swim! It's just me and my DD8 going on this trip (Sept. 27-30)

I'll try and find a photo of us to post so you'll recognize us if you see us.

 

[tinknme]

Just a reminder AKL will be on the Travel Channel at 11:30am central time. I won't miss it this time

 

[dm220]

hi and good day to all, hope everybody is doing great, just a few days to go now

 

[Funniebunny]

OMG dee slack, we are so close. I live in Pinxton, which is tecnically Derbys but we have a Notts post code.

I can't wait until I can get it all booked. We are hoping to book the flights and accommodation this week and then the wedding in November.

Brookelizabeth - Wishes is a fireworks show at Magic Kingdom. You can find times on the Disney website. The water pagent is at the Polynesian resort.
We are looking at doing a Wishes Cruise, you watch the fireworks from a boat. You can also do Illumination cruises too.