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

[LAWalz23]

kimmar, sending you some and congrats to Jesse!

ktink, god luck with getting all to agree to AKL some for you too!

pbmgrl, have a great time with your mom! I did CR with my mom last year and we had a fabulous time!

Asking for prayers and /or pixie dust for my mom. She under goes open heart surgery for an aortic anuerysm (just above the heart) surgery tomorrow am and all of the drs are saying it is a very delicate and fairly risky operation! My family and I are pretty nervous, especially that my older sister, only 43, died 6 years ago the day after surgery of a pulmonary embolism. Thanks.

 

[tinknme]

Asking for prayers and /or pixie dust for my mom. She under goes open heart surgery for an aortic anuerysm (just above the heart) surgery tomorrow am and all of the drs are saying it is a very delicate and fairly risky operation! My family and I are pretty nervous, especially that my older sister, only 43, died 6 years ago the day after surgery of a pulmonary embolism. Thanks.

 

[wendypooh]

...me too ...btw....CONGRATS to my DS Jesse, for his graduation at Paramus Catholic High School...

Congrats Jesse!!!!

 

[wendypooh]

AKL and cruising are my two favorite thinggs in the world. If I can answer anything about the cruise,let meknow, I've done three and had to tie myself down not to booknext year while I was in the ship last March. It is the most fantastic thing you can do for yourself and your family. Ask anything and I'll reply.
Going to AKL in14 days for a 3 day stay with my 76 yr. old mom- no kids. It should be a great break!

Thanks!!! I don't even know where to start!!! LOL I would like to go on one to Castaway Cay, can you only stay there for the day?? What are the different cabin options for 3 people? 2A 1C. Where do the cruises go?? What is the price range for a week???? See I know nothing !!! LOL

Perhaps the best thing for me to do is some "research" LOL!!!

 

[wendypooh]

Hey guys I just wanted to drop in and ask you... Did you hear that? AKL is steadily calling my name. I can't shake it. So I've been working on DH and my parents as well as DD who has her heart set on the serpent slide at FQ. And I think they are caving in. I almost feel guilty about it My mom told me that CRO is going to start blocking my calls. We have been on a resort roller coaster and I've let it get out of control. I just want our vacation to be perfect. Anyway, my parents are looking at Poly because of the monorail but I've sent my mom Seaspray's website address www.brownfamilyvacations.com, if that doesn't get 'em I'm SOL, so wish me luck.

WHAT??????????? You guys have got to be at AKL!!!!! LOL Well, if
Seasprays pics don't work on your mom............. nothing will!!!! Good Luck!!

 

[wendypooh]

kimmar, sending you some and congrats to Jesse!

ktink, god luck with getting all to agree to AKL some for you too!

pbmgrl, have a great time with your mom! I did CR with my mom last year and we had a fabulous time!

Asking for prayers and /or pixie dust for my mom. She under goes open heart surgery for an aortic anuerysm (just above the heart) surgery tomorrow am and all of the drs are saying it is a very delicate and fairly risky operation! My family and I are pretty nervous, especially that my older sister, only 43, died 6 years ago the day after surgery of a pulmonary embolism. Thanks.

Best wishes for tom. keep us posted.

 

[scoutsmom99]

Doesn't want to cruise? No, seriously. Don't be upset by that. We didn't think of it either until this past year when a few friends went on their first one and LOVED it. So naturally we had jump on that train and give it a whirl. I wish our schedules matched up better as it's more fun when you have a group.

I will have to keep dropping hints. I would like to go in 2008, which does give me some time to do planning. I can't wait to hear about it when you come back!

 

[scoutsmom99]

Actually, we had a very ROUGH weekend, this past weekend - the AKL trip is now 'up-in-the-air', so keep those prayers and pixie dust coming....

Kimmar- I'm so sorry to hear that Additional PD on the way.

...me too ...btw....CONGRATS to my DS Jesse, for his graduation at Paramus Catholic High School...

Congratulations to your DS.

 

[scoutsmom99]

Hey Lisa......

I know, I feel like I should be doing something!!! LOL We are trying to decide on our ADR's........ we added 2 more nights!!! DH wants to go to LeCellier again........ and who can blame him....... but, I'm not sure??

As for airline tickets........ OUCH.......... was looking at them for my DS (the one in college ) and they are Pricey right now!!! We always drive to florida so that isn't an issue, but good luck!!!

So, any other suggestions on ADR's??? ANYONE????

We are going to;
Chef Mickey's
Le Cellier
Boma
Concourse
Coral Reef
Kona

I thought I had all of my ADRs all set, but now I find myself changing things around in my head...I haven't called WDW DINE yet though! 2 Extra nights will be so great. I'm hoping they release some decent AP rates for September becuase I might be able to budget in a few days at AKL for my b-day trip. I wish we were close enough to drive.

Have you thought about doing any of the Signature dining places? I would consider Artist Point, Jiko, and CA Grill. I have to agree with the hubby about adding another Le Cellier on they have some great food. What about Mama Melroses or Chefs de France, Yachtsman Galley looks decent too.

 

[scoutsmom99]

Wow........ 1 week!!!! I would really like some more info on the cruise!! I think we'd be interested in doing that. If you have the time when you get back......... I know you are prob. too busy right now!! Castaway Cay is calling my name!!!!!! LOL

Have Fun!!!!

Wendy- The Cruiseline also has a planning DVD you can order
https://secure.disney.go.com/dcl/en_US/vpk/landing?name=VPKLandingPage

 

[scoutsmom99]

AKL and cruising are my two favorite thinggs in the world. If I can answer anything about the cruise,let meknow, I've done three and had to tie myself down not to booknext year while I was in the ship last March. It is the most fantastic thing you can do for yourself and your family. Ask anything and I'll reply.
Going to AKL in14 days for a 3 day stay with my 76 yr. old mom- no kids. It should be a great break!

Welcome to the Jamobo thread I'm hoping to cruise in 2008! I will probably have a zillion questions by then

 

[scoutsmom99]

Hey guys I just wanted to drop in and ask you... Did you hear that? AKL is steadily calling my name. I can't shake it. So I've been working on DH and my parents as well as DD who has her heart set on the serpent slide at FQ. And I think they are caving in. I almost feel guilty about it My mom told me that CRO is going to start blocking my calls. We have been on a resort roller coaster and I've let it get out of control. I just want our vacation to be perfect. Anyway, my parents are looking at Poly because of the monorail but I've sent my mom Seaspray's website address www.brownfamilyvacations.com, if that doesn't get 'em I'm SOL, so wish me luck.

Hey ktink
Good to see you around. I think where ever you guys land at WDW you will have a fabulous vacation I agree with Wendy hopefully, SeaSpary's pics will do the trick.

 

[scoutsmom99]

Asking for prayers and /or pixie dust for my mom. She under goes open heart surgery for an aortic anuerysm (just above the heart) surgery tomorrow am and all of the drs are saying it is a very delicate and fairly risky operation! My family and I are pretty nervous, especially that my older sister, only 43, died 6 years ago the day after surgery of a pulmonary embolism. Thanks.

prayers said and PD on the way. Please keep us updated on your mom. I will keep her and your family in my thoughts tomorrow.

 

[Nancyg56]

prayers, and a on the way!

for your son. I am sure that you you are proud of his accomplishments!

 

[Nancyg56]

Asking for prayers and /or pixie dust for my mom. She under goes open heart surgery for an aortic anuerysm (just above the heart) surgery tomorrow am and all of the drs are saying it is a very delicate and fairly risky operation! My family and I are pretty nervous, especially that my older sister, only 43, died 6 years ago the day after surgery of a pulmonary embolism. Thanks.

You must be worried. I am thinking of your Mom and of you this morning. I will offer prayers for her as well as for the Dr's performing this delicate operation. Please keep us updated when you have a minute.

Nancy

 

[NJBILL]

I am booked at AKL in deluxe savannah w bunkbeds.....have a chance to upgrade to Concierge level, but I hear there is no Guarantee if you get a Savannah or Pool..What are the chances of actually getting a savannah? I would be very disappointed if we got a pool view
We are going Aug 30..

Also ,what is included in Concierge?

Is it worth the risk???

Thanks.

 

[ktink]

Well I talked to my mom and told her about the food court situation at Poly, don't get me wrong Poly is my dream resort but for now I feel AKL would better suit us. But I took it upon myself to call CRO and book AKL again, I don't think I'm going to tell DD's or DH and let it be a surprise. DH knows I'm toying w/ the idea and he'll suspect that's what I'm doing anyway. And dd's will be excited regardless of where we stay. I told my mom what I've done but as it turns out their trip is now up in the air because of travel dates and my dad is over several jobs right now and they have a new big $ project that they will need to bid on the end of August. I do hope they can come but in the mean time


I'M BACK at AKL

 

[tinknme]

Wonderful news

I'M BACK at AKL

 

[scoutsmom99]

I am booked at AKL in deluxe savannah w bunkbeds.....have a chance to upgrade to Concierge level, but I hear there is no Guarantee if you get a Savannah or Pool..What are the chances of actually getting a savannah? I would be very disappointed if we got a pool view
We are going Aug 30..

Also ,what is included in Concierge?

Is it worth the risk???

Thanks.

I would go for it! Value season at the resorts starts August 27th, which means that the entire WDW resort is very slow. I would think you have a fairly good chance of getting the savannah room (just make sure to add it as a request). If you don't get it pool view is nice too and there are plenty of places to see the animals at the resort. I have seen some Savannah rooms that are less than disireable (I'm sure the concierge ones are all good though). Remember most of the rooms at AKL have animal views.

 

[scoutsmom99]

Well I talked to my mom and told her about the food court situation at Poly, don't get me wrong Poly is my dream resort but for now I feel AKL would better suit us. But I took it upon myself to call CRO and book AKL again, I don't think I'm going to tell DD's or DH and let it be a surprise. DH knows I'm toying w/ the idea and he'll suspect that's what I'm doing anyway. And dd's will be excited regardless of where we stay. I told my mom what I've done but as it turns out their trip is now up in the air because of travel dates and my dad is over several jobs right now and they have a new big $ project that they will need to bid on the end of August. I do hope they can come but in the mean time

I'M BACK at AKL

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