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

[John's Mom]

Terry,

I know that the Zawadi Marketplace has clothes for adults and children, but I don't recall seeing bathing suits there.

 

[wendypooh]

6 more days....I called today and paid the balance on the room so I don't have to do it at check in.

I know we've been over this but are there any rooms that are actually on the ground?

ETA - I guess there are - it sounds that way in the description on all ears. The CM told me though that all rooms start of floor 2. Last time we were on either the 3rd or 5th floor and I never paid attention.

Lillygator -- I didn't pay attention either, but I believe the CM was right and there are not rooms on "ground" level. Here is a post from another thread with some pics that show what I mean........ the rooms are not on the ground, I don't think you can walk out the door or balcony to get to the ground. Now, I may be wrong........ but these pics show that they aren't. If you do find out for certain while you are there, let us know. Have a great time.......... Enjoy it!!!

**** Thank You Kitka -- photo's are from a post of hers!

 

[Michelle2]

It's funny how we can predict what people we haven't even met are going to do. I knew you were going to bring that issue over here.
....okay,vent over....

Nah, I don't think that she brought that issue over here at all. Sometimes when we are angry or feel attacked or treated unfairly (which I think she was), it is good to vent to friends. And I think that is all she was doing.

p.s. I think your AKL pictures are beautiful! I can't wait to stay there in September!

 

[catsrule]

I think there may be some ground rooms on the pool view side, not savannah though. I thought I read once about someone being able to go right to the pool from their room. I could be wrong though, it was awhile ago.

 

[tinknme]

I agree

Nah, I don't think that she brought that issue over here at all. Sometimes when we are angry or feel attacked or treated unfairly (which I think she was), it is good to vent to friends. And I think that is all she was doing.

 

[kimmar067]

Thanks, scoutsmom99. We will be taking lots of pics!

....oh goody, goody!! More AKL pix to drool over.......

BTW ~ Thanks guys for supporting me, even if only in 'spirit'!! For all of you venturing on over to AKL this week - "JAMBO...and, asunta sana!"

PS - As of last night, WE ARE STILL GOING TO AKL IN AUGUST, and now my DS and his GF are joining us too!

 

[Pooh667]

Hi,
I just found this thread and was reading haven't been able to get through all of it yet though but was wondering if anyone could please answer my questions even if they have been asked before (I usually hang out on the restaurant or themepark boards)?
We just booked AKL concierge (8/17-8/20) and got the Sunrise Safari for 8/20, a special treat for my niece and nephew. Thanks to Sue Ellen at DU. Then we go to OKW for two nights.
Just wanted to ask what the chances of us getting a queen/bunkbed configuration, so niece and nephew don't have to share a bed (the other bed will be occupied by my sister and I, DBIL is staying home)?
What percent of the concierge rooms have a pool view, the kids want a savannah view? We requested both queen/bunk bed and savannah view and know it is just a request but what is the chance we could get both? We are checking in on a Thursday am if that makes a difference.
Can you please tell me about other activities for the kids (twins, age 8) at the resort? We plan to take some time at the resort as we have never been to AKL but have been to WDW and will be back as we are DVC members.
Thanks for any help.

(Just realized I posted under my sister's screen name as I didn't realize she was logged in on my computer. My screen name is LAWalz23.)

 

[kimmar067]

...I can't find DH's bathing suit!! I brought down all of our summer clothes from the attic, but it's just not there. I haven't decided if I want to run out to the store tonight, or just wait and buy one at the AKL. The AKL gift shop does sell men's bathing suits, right??

.... guess he'll hafta go 'skinny-dipping'... !

 

[kimmar067]

Nah, I don't think that she brought that issue over here at all. Sometimes when we are angry or feel attacked or treated unfairly (which I think she was), it is good to vent to friends. And I think that is all she was doing....

......just tryin' to get a 'hug' from my WildBunch 'buds'....

 

[kimmar067]

Hi,
I just found this thread and was reading haven't been able to get through all of it yet though but was wondering if anyone could please answer my questions even if they have been asked before (I usually hang out on the restaurant or themepark boards)?
We just booked AKL concierge (8/17-8/20) and got the Sunrise Safari for 8/20, a special treat for my niece and nephew. Thanks to Sue Ellen at DU. Then we go to OKW for two nights.
Just wanted to ask what the chances of us getting a queen/bunkbed configuration, so niece and nephew don't have to share a bed (the other bed will be occupied by my sister and I, DBIL is staying home)?
What percent of the concierge rooms have a pool view, the kids want a savannah view? We requested both queen/bunk bed and savannah view and know it is just a request but what is the chance we could get both? We are checking in on a Thursday am if that makes a difference.
Can you please tell me about other activities for the kids (twins, age 8) at the resort? We plan to take some time at the resort as we have never been to AKL but have been to WDW and will be back as we are DVC members.
Thanks for any help.

(Just realized I posted under my sister's screen name as I didn't realize she was logged in on my computer. My screen name is LAWalz23.)

....JAMBO! and to our jungle!! I would call AKL and explain that you have 'different sex' kids accompanying you on your trip and that you'd prefer for them to sleep in separate beds. I am sure they will do their best to try to accomodate you....

As for the advice of 'stuff' for 8-y-olds to do, grab a rea-a-a-a-a-lly big cup'o'joe and sit back, relax, and read through our thread...there's oodles and oodles of great info posted by our many faithful AKL loyalists... (BTW ~ the kid's [and BI ones too!] are going to LOVE the SS!) Now, I have a question for YOU - since you are a DVC member, are you using 'points' at AKL??

 

[Aisling]

I would call AKL and explain that you have 'different sex' kids accompanying you on your trip and that you'd prefer for them to sleep in separate beds. I am sure they will do their best to try to accomodate you....

This is such a good idea. I did make a request on my ressie for bunks, but I'm going to call back to make a note that we need the bunks for gender reasons. I hope we get the bunks.

And I wish Seaspray would find a way to post a "live from the AKL" thread! She's there right now!

 

[dm220]

really posting just to see the ticker as i like to do every few days, but am still so excited to go even though months away that im starting to pack certain items, wondering if im the only one who packs months in advance? lol

 

[tiggrbaby]

Just got my CL envelope today! That means just 6 months until my sister and I have a grown-up trip to treat ourselves! No jokes or eye-rolling from the men and boys!

I so hope we can get the safari tours.

I e-mailed immediately and will follow up with a phone call on our "official" 180 day mark.

 

[catsrule]

I'm doing the under 24 hours dance now. I promise not to try and rub any animal bellies.

 

[scoutsmom99]

PS - As of last night, WE ARE STILL GOING TO AKL IN AUGUST, and now my DS and his GF are joining us too!

Kimmar that is awesome Now if we could only get your ticker back!!!

 

[wendypooh]

really posting just to see the ticker as i like to do every few days, but am still so excited to go even though months away that im starting to pack certain items, wondering if im the only one who packs months in advance? lol

ummmm well............................. LOL

I'm already much to DH's displeasure ...... starting to buy things for the trip!!! I do believe though that checking in here everyday is the only way to alleviate the LOOOOOOOOONNNGGG 3 month wait................

 

[wendypooh]

I'm doing the under 24 hours dance now. I promise not to try and rub any animal bellies.

OMG ~~ I bet you feel like you've had some catnip!!!! I'd be bouncing off the walls too if I were at less than 24 hours!!!! I'm so excited for you!!!

 

[VAgal76]

Catsrule - Have an terrific time! Tell all the babies "HI" for me.

LAWalz23 - You won't be disappointed in concierge. I'd e-mail them directly and let them handle all your ADR's. wdw.AKLodge.concierge@disney.com Nothing against DU, but you are paying for the services of IPO. I prefer to correspond directly with them even when I've used a TA in the past. They can purchase gifts for you to have waiting in your room upon arrival in case you want to surprise anyone. I've done this on all almost every trip. Embroidered Golden Mickey ears is one idea. I purchased these along with pin/lanyard sets and the 50th celebration pins last year. You can always request a card signed by a character, too. They typically don't charge for this unless a picture has to be purchased for the character to sign.

I'm sure folks can get character autographs even if they are not staying concierge. I don't think I've ever really found the answer to this or not. Wild Bunch - do you know if anyone can request an autograph?

Just a pic because they typically do a nice presentation:

I haven't done Sunrise Safari, but be prepared for some nice long stretches of picture taking. These were taken on Sunset Safari.

Sundowner:

Man, I'm so homesick.

 

[tinknme]

That is great news Kimmar

PS - As of last night, WE ARE STILL GOING TO AKL IN AUGUST, and now my DS and his GF are joining us too!

 

[LAWalz23]

Kimmar067, thanks for the suggestion I will call! I am making my way through this thread it is really neat.
No, I am not using my DVC points as it would use up all of my points for the year and I am taking my mom and aunt to WDW the 1st week in December to see all the decorations and do MVMCP. Providing of course that my mother's aortic anuerysm surgery goes well.

VAgal76, thanks for the suggestions and the pics!