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

[wendypooh]

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

Thanks so much!!!!! I didn't even know about that!!!! LOL

DH and I are looking at more places for our ADR's. Something tells me though it's going to be in "canada"..........

 

[wendypooh]

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

YEAH!!! The 3 of us are BAAAAACK.........................

 

[pixiesnake]

Bumping you up to page 1 where you belong!

 

[LAWalz23]

Just wanted to ask for your continued prayers for my mom. Her surgery went well but she is recovering very slowly and has had a few setbacks. Thanks very much.

 

[tinknme]

Just wanted to ask for your continued prayers for my mom. Her surgery went well but she is recovering very slowly and has had a few setbacks. Thanks very much.

Prayers being said for your mother & you!

 

[ktink]

Just wanted to ask for your continued prayers for my mom. Her surgery went well but she is recovering very slowly and has had a few setbacks. Thanks very much.

Prayers said for your mom.

I have been trying to post all day and haven't been able to. The screen would just go blank. Has anyone else had this problem?

I told DH and the DDs that I have decided on a resort and it is going to be a surprise to them. I guess they are tired of hearing me talk about all of the resorts that they agreed to let it be a surprise and they've not asked any questions. Normally, I'm not that good at keeping secrets but I've only got a couple more months and I'm going to try really hard.

 

[stephwynn]

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 asked about this a while ago, and am still a little unsure, we are leaving in three weeks, and NOT staying concierge, does anybody know if it's possible to order these and have them delivered to the hotel and waiting in the rooms on a non concierge floor? If so, do you have any idea which store has them?
Thanks again!

 

[tinknme]

I can relate to this I want to tell my boys where we are really staying, but so far I am being good. They are going to be sooooooo surprised

I told DH and the DDs that I have decided on a resort and it is going to be a surprise to them. I guess they are tired of hearing me talk about all of the resorts that they agreed to let it be a surprise and they've not asked any questions. Normally, I'm not that good at keeping secrets but I've only got a couple more months and I'm going to try really hard.

 

[lookingforward]

I am jumping in on this thread because we are going to the AKL in three months and I am so excited!

First, to LAWalz23, I am so glad your mom is on her way to recovery!

We are going to the AKL for my husband's birthday on 9/16 for three nights. We booked a concierge room w/free dining. We stayed concierge a few years ago (2x) and were hooked. It is the best concierge on WDW in my opinion. I love the check in process, the lounge and the rooms. The only down point is that the rooms overlooking the savannah are quite a hike from the lounge but it is worth it!

I am so excited about the dining plan, we have never used it and it is a great deal to get for free. We also have the sunset safari (not sure if this is the name) w/dinner at Jiko's booked but we are thinking of cancelling. Has anyone done this?

I can't wait!!!!

 

[mickeyworld]

I have 2 nights in deluxe savannah two weeks from now and now I am drooling for conceirge after reading allthe posts on this thread.
If I am staying for two nights- adults only- is the upgrade worth the money? We generally stay on the third floor and love being so close to the anilmals. Tak to me my expert DIS pals!

 

[LAWalz23]

Quick update on Mom, she is making slow progress the concern today is her breathing.

 

[lookingforward]

LaWalz33, my prayers are with your mom and family. Each day after heart surgery is a mountain to climb (my dad had his 15 years ago), but as the problems come up they will work around them to fix them. It is amazing what medicine can do and also the love of a family.

mickeyworld, I am not unbiased about the concierge. It is my favorite place! We have stayed concierge at GF, Poly, Yacht Club and AKL. AKL is the winner for me hands down! We have done both adults only and with our kids. My children beg to go back every time we talk about it. It is, in my opinion, one of the most romantic resorts around. My husband and I have relaxed in the lounge and enjoyed the buffet of hot and cold appetizers and the nice selectioin of wines. We also enjoy the bar at the hotel for coffee drinks. The concierge savannah view rooms are on the fifth floor so that might be a change for you (although I thought the view was great). If you have a good amount of time to enjoy the resort and are not doing commando type park visits it just might be worth it to upgrade. I won't book concierge unless we are taking a good amount of time at the resort. If you go try and book the concierge sunrise safari, it is awesome!

 

[mickeyworld]

thanks for the info, looking forward..I'm calling them right now- what a treat!

 

[Angel16]

I asked about this a while ago, and am still a little unsure, we are leaving in three weeks, and NOT staying concierge, does anybody know if it's possible to order these and have them delivered to the hotel and waiting in the rooms on a non concierge floor? If so, do you have any idea which store has them?
Thanks again!

Hi Stephwynn, I would call the dinning phone number and ask if you can make arrangements for the gold Mickey Mouse ears to be in your room when you arrive. You may have to talk to the resort itself in the guest services area or the counter concierge each resort has now. If you are not able to set it up that way, I would contact Feralpeg, she is a fellow DISer and does wonderful baskets. I am sure she would be able to purchase the ears and have your names put on them. She then delivers to your resort and the resort delivers to your room. Here is here site: http://www.peggyssweetsandmore.com/.

I have used Peg twice and have been very, very impressed. The presentation is beautiful. I did a basket for my DH last year and he was very pleased. Then at Christmas Peggy helped me surprise my husband at home.
When you pull up her site go to the bottom right corner, it is printed in pink "new wedsite" click that. It will take you to the site she is currently working on with pictures of all the items available. Peggy will also shop for any item you may want at is sold at DTD. She is a wonderful person and does great work.

Let us know what you decide.
Angel16

 

[Angel16]

Just wanted to ask for your continued prayers for my mom. Her surgery went well but she is recovering very slowly and has had a few setbacks. Thanks very much.

Your mom and your entire family are in our prayers and thoughts. I know how very difficult this time is. (Went through it twice with my DH, most re cently January 30, 2006.) Please know we are here for you. Prayers, warm wishes and pixie dust coming your way.

Angel16

 

[Jenn0)))]

Hi, little question!
Our flight arrives at around 9pm in Orlando, so I figure we'll check-in at around 11pm. Is there anything open at that hour? Because I know we'll probably be dying for food by then.
And I've heard some pretty bad things about ME with regards to luggage. If we get there before our luggage, will they wake us up at some ungodly hour to deliver it?

 

[dm220]

just stopping in to say hi

 

[tinknme]

I have added a new ticker everyone! Unless something comes up, dh & I will be going to Europe & I will get to go to DLP

just stopping in to say hi

 

[ktink]

I have added a new ticker everyone! Unless something comes up, dh & I will be going to Europe & I will get to go to DLP

Congrats Janet! My mom LOVES Paris. I'm sure ya'll will have a wonderful time.

 

[Webbie]

Our vacation started off so good. DH and I got pulled out of the long Southwest Airline line and got checked in. We have no clue why but we sure appreciated not having to stand in the long line for check in.

Next nice thing to happen was getting pulled out of the LONG Alamo rental car line. After DH was waiting in line for 30 minutes with about another 30 minutes to go, he got pulled from the line! YIPEE. Off to get our car.

Once we arrived at AKL at 11:30am we were able to check in and go to our room. We were upgraded from a standard view to a pool view. LOL it was on the first floor so most of the view was of foliage. Not a problem with us. Plus it was a corner room so we had the extra chest of drawers..LOL and with 3 of us in the room it sure came in handy.

Luvfigment did a great job showing us around. We all love AKL and found it so relaxing.

One of the best things we did was the culinary tour the first day we arrived. We were eating at Boma that night so we figured this would be a way to learn what to eat. Chef David did a super job explaining all the items on the buffet. He was great!! He arranged for a sampler to be sent to our table for our honeymoon couple. He even sent Kerri a cupcake for her birthday even though her birthday was not until Tuesday.

Luvfigments birthday card was sent to the room and she got her wake up call...LOL too bad she was in the shower.

Soups were outstanding!!!!!!!!!!!
Desserts were outstanding....including the zebra domes!!!!

I would definately stay at AKL again.

Luvfigment is going to post more and some pictures. In all our trip was fantastic.