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

[wendypooh]

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I do????

 

[scoutsmom99]

I wonder why my pics aren't showing up? I got them off my web shots album.

You have to use something like photobucket if you want to post your pics. I had the same problem orginally and webshots doesn't host pictures for other websites apparently.

 

[#1hockeymom]

Scoutsmom>> I have actually received two cakes from AKL's concierge. Both of them were the same, though on different trips. I am sure that private dining could get you the price. I was never charged for either cake. One was a birthday cake for my son, the other was Happy Graduation for my daughter. The cake is multiple layers and is DELICIOUS! Neither cake was finished completely, even my son couldn't finish up his and he eats and eats! Serving three giant slices was only about a quarter of the cake.

The birthday cake was a surprise. The graduation cake I requested since my DD wasn't on the first concierge trip and the trip was her graduation present from us *although DH wasn't there during our July trip* Both cakes included plates/napkins/utensils. The birthday cake also had confetti/streamers/blowers/hats with it.

I must get through the next few months!
Debbie

 

[campinggal]

Just keepin' you Wild Bunch happy...

 

[Andiloo]

OK, I've read 50 pages, and don't know if I can get through the rest of it this week!!! So I have to ask this question - we will be at AKL 5/25-6/1...Pool view room.

If I'm reading upthread correctly, I should request non-smoking, bunk bed, Zebra Trail, 5th or 4th floor. Do I have that right? We aren't going to do concierge this time around (may regret it, but we're taking our chances).... Does what I've summarized sound like a good plan? If so, then how do I do it? Do I just call the lodge? Someone said something about faxing...is that a better way? I know there are no guarantees, but I'd like to try.

Also...DH and I will be celebrating our anniversary that weekend (even though the kids will be with!). If I tell someone that, will they do anything special? I'd like to surprise him, but not on the night we arrive (not getting there until after 11:00 pm on the 25th).

I'm loving this thread...SO EXCITED!!!

 

[VAgal76]

Oh, pooh! Double post. Sorry!

 

[VAgal76]

You have to use something like photobucket if you want to post your pics. I had the same problem orginally and webshots doesn't host pictures for other websites apparently.

Thanks, Scoutsmom99! Rats - I'm going to have re-do this stuff.

Hey, Debbie! I'm a wee bit homesick myself. I promise to not eat all the zebra domes in June.

Anyone else love the african stew there? Boma's - Deeeelllliish!

On our last trip this past Feb. DH and I walked the entire length of the Zebra & Kudo trail and checked out the view from all the stairwells and openings we could find.

 

[dm220]

just some happy thoughts for today,getting on the magical express bus and knowing we arrived,having dinner with my lovely lady,wondering is my son gonna be scared to ride expedition everest,the look on my daughters face when she sees the castle for the first time and having breakfast with the princess,these are some of the things that make me happy along the wait, 4 months is so long away

 

[Viki]

just some happy thoughts for today,getting on the magical express bus and knowing we arrived,having dinner with my lovely lady,wondering is my son gonna be scared to ride expedition everest,the look on my daughters face when she sees the castle for the first time and having breakfast with the princess,these are some of the things that make me happy along the wait, 4 months is so long away

Oh, that is really lovely!

 

[luvfigment]

Just keepin' you Wild Bunch happy...

Great picture!!!!

1 month from right now I will be just finishing my dinner at Boma and eating some Zebra Domes!!!!!

 

[scoutsmom99]

Scoutsmom>> I have actually received two cakes from AKL's concierge. Both of them were the same, though on different trips. I am sure that private dining could get you the price. I was never charged for either cake. One was a birthday cake for my son, the other was Happy Graduation for my daughter. The cake is multiple layers and is DELICIOUS! Neither cake was finished completely, even my son couldn't finish up his and he eats and eats! Serving three giant slices was only about a quarter of the cake.

The birthday cake was a surprise. The graduation cake I requested since my DD wasn't on the first concierge trip and the trip was her graduation present from us *although DH wasn't there during our July trip* Both cakes included plates/napkins/utensils. The birthday cake also had confetti/streamers/blowers/hats with it.

I must get through the next few months!
Debbie

Debbie- Thank-you so much for the information about the cake. I hope you have a wonderful trip this summer

 

[scoutsmom99]

campinggal you take awesome pictures

Just keepin' you Wild Bunch happy...

 

[plutospup]

If I'm reading upthread correctly, I should request non-smoking, bunk bed, Zebra Trail, 5th or 4th floor. Do I have that right? We aren't going to do concierge this time around (may regret it, but we're taking our chances).... Does what I've summarized sound like a good plan? If so, then how do I do it? Do I just call the lodge? Someone said something about faxing...is that a better way? I know there are no guarantees, but I'd like to try.

Also...DH and I will be celebrating our anniversary that weekend (even though the kids will be with!). If I tell someone that, will they do anything special?

We genenerally fax our request 2-3 days prior to our arrival. My understanding is the rooms are blocked out only 2-3 days in advance, so faxing or calling prior to that time wouldn't be helpful. The AKL fax number is 1-407-938-4799. Definitely mention in the fax, and at checkin that you are celebrating your anniversary. You may receive an autographed Mickey & Minnie card. For our anniversary we received a split of champagne from the WL! ...or you may receive nothing. I always go with the attitude that nothing is guaranteed, and if we receive anything just be appreciative.

We had a 2nd floor, Zebra Trail pool view room last year. The view wasn't wonderful, but the location was GREAT! Close to excellent animal viewing, pool & hot tubs, The Mara/Jiko/Boma, and DD8's favorite-the flamingo pool! WONNNNNK!!!

 

[tinknme]

Great picture!

Just keepin' you Wild Bunch happy...

 

[wendypooh]

Just keepin' you Wild Bunch happy...

I love this pic!!!! Awesome!!! Thanks for sharing!!

 

[wendypooh]

just some happy thoughts for today,getting on the magical express bus and knowing we arrived,having dinner with my lovely lady,wondering is my son gonna be scared to ride expedition everest,the look on my daughters face when she sees the castle for the first time and having breakfast with the princess,these are some of the things that make me happy along the wait, 4 months is so long away

How sweet!!!! I know you guys will have a "magical" time with a daddy like you!!!!

 

[Andiloo]

We genenerally fax our request 2-3 days prior to our arrival. My understanding is the rooms are blocked out only 2-3 days in advance, so faxing or calling prior to that time wouldn't be helpful. The AKL fax number is 1-407-938-4799. Definitely mention in the fax, and at checkin that you are celebrating your anniversary. You may receive an autographed Mickey & Minnie card. For our anniversary we received a split of champagne from the WL! ...or you may receive nothing. I always go with the attitude that nothing is guaranteed, and if we receive anything just be appreciative.

We had a 2nd floor, Zebra Trail pool view room last year. The view wasn't wonderful, but the location was GREAT! Close to excellent animal viewing, pool & hot tubs, The Mara/Jiko/Boma, and DD8's favorite-the flamingo pool! WONNNNNK!!!

Thanks for the scoop! I def won't expect anything on the anniversary thing...this trip is our anniversary gift to each other, and we promised not to get eachother anything else, but I'd like to acknowledge it somehow...may just plan an evening sans kids (they'd enjoy Simba's clubhouse, I think) and surprise him with that....

DD8 saw a pic of the flamingo pool today & she is stoked about feeding them...woohoo!

 

[Angel16]

Whoa Doggies (says the Way-Out-West Member of the Jambo Wild Bunch)
You all have been busy. Five pages since my post yesterday afternoon. Impressive!

Scoutsmom - I have to tell you about the cake my DH ordered and had delivered. He ordered it through IPO and it was from Jiko. It was chocolate with Ameretto filling. It was four layers, iced in white wonderful icing. The size was a full 9-12 inch cake pan. It was waiting in our room when we returned from our anniversary dinner. It was delivered on a large tray with confetti, plates, napkins and sliverware. They had a signed card waiting from Beauty and The Beast on the tray. My DH paid $40.00 for this cake. It was.......almost...no...it was as good as a Zebra Dome
We ate off of it, including for breakfast some mornings for several days. {Well, we were on vacation!} It was decorated with Happy Anniversary and our names, plus it had AKL animals done with iceing. I will try and find a picture. Promise.

The concierge also sent their own greetings for our anniversary with a white cake sitting next to the Jiko cake. Theirs had a Anniveresary greeting on it and more plates, and set-ups. This did not cost us anything. Good cake and a very nice surprise.

I have so much more to say, put it is getting late and I need to head up to bed. Good Night All,

Angel

 

[scoutsmom99]

Scoutsmom - I have to tell you about the cake my DH ordered and had delivered. He ordered it through IPO and it was from Jiko. It was chocolate with Ameretto filling. It was four layers, iced in white wonderful icing. The size was a full 9-12 inch cake pan. It was waiting in our room when we returned from our anniversary dinner. It was delivered on a large tray with confetti, plates, napkins and sliverware. They had a signed card waiting from Beauty and The Beast on the tray. My DH paid $40.00 for this cake. It was.......almost...no...it was as good as a Zebra Dome
We ate off of it, including for breakfast some mornings for several days. {Well, we were on vacation!} It was decorated with Happy Anniversary and our names, plus it had AKL animals done with iceing. I will try and find a picture. Promise.

Angel

Angel- Oh my goodness that sounds soooo good and only $40! I would love to see a pic if you are able to scrounge one up. I can handle almost as good as a zebra dome!!! I'm trying to think of some little supirses for my mom and sister for our trip and I thought either a cake at AKL or one at the Garden View Afternoon Tea would be a special treat.

 

[Nancyg56]

Scoutsmom - I have to tell you about the cake my DH ordered and had delivered. He ordered it through IPO and it was from Jiko. It was chocolate with Ameretto filling. It was four layers, iced in white wonderful icing. The size was a full 9-12 inch cake pan. It was waiting in our room when we returned from our anniversary dinner. It was delivered on a large tray with confetti, plates, napkins and sliverware. They had a signed card waiting from Beauty and The Beast on the tray. My DH paid $40.00 for this cake. It was.......almost...no...it was as good as a Zebra Dome
Angel

Okay Angel, It's not even 7 am, and I am rummaging around looking for CAKE!!!!!!! Chocolate and Ameretto.....is there a better combo?

It's bad enough that I that I'm not a "wild one", but now I'm gonna be a "wild one wanna be" craving cake"