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

[tinknme]

For those of you leaving in a few days, I hope you have a wonderful time!

 

[ktink]

Wendypooh & Scoutsmom, Our tickers are moving..... slowly but surely

 

[biohzrd8]

We are currently booked to stay at the AKL in July in a deluxe savannah view room. My DH made the reservation for a deluxe room b/c there are 5 of us, however, there are two adults, two kids and a 1 year old. Should we (can we) downgrade to a regular savannah view room? Most resorts allow 4 in a room plus 1 child in a crib (under age 3). What is the difference b/t the deluxe and the "regular" and is the deluxe worth the extra $.

Also, I have a friend in Orlando who will be visiting us during our stay. If we all went to the pool together will she and her kids be "carded"? Are visitors allowed entrance to the pool if accompanied by a guest?

Thanks for all the info and pictures on this thread. I can't say I've made it through EVERY post, but each one I did read I enjoyed!!! Can't wait to go and see for myself!

 

[kimmar067]

Wendypooh & Scoutsmom, Our tickers are moving..... slowly but surely

...at least YOU guys have and AKL ticker! I lost mine and it won't come back....

 

[campinggal]

To all you 'Wild Bunch' who are leaving shortly- have a great time!

Be sure to stop in for a drink at Victoria Falls. My fav is the 'Hangin' Out in Cape Town' as pictured below. It is a blend of Mandarin Blossom Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Van Der Hum (a citrus flavored South African liqueur) and Cranberry Juice. Deeee- lish!

The appetizer is the 'Crisp Bread with three dips- hummus like dips- all very good.

 

[kimmar067]

Where can you get the African Stew?

... Mara...

 

[Angel16]

We are currently booked to stay at the AKL in July in a deluxe savannah view room. My DH made the reservation for a deluxe room b/c there are 5 of us, however, there are two adults, two kids and a 1 year old. Should we (can we) downgrade to a regular savannah view room? Most resorts allow 4 in a room plus 1 child in a crib (under age 3). What is the difference b/t the deluxe and the "regular" and is the deluxe worth the extra $.

Also, I have a friend in Orlando who will be visiting us during our stay. If we all went to the pool together will she and her kids be "carded"? Are visitors allowed entrance to the pool if accompanied by a guest?

Thanks for all the info and pictures on this thread. I can't say I've made it through EVERY post, but each one I did read I enjoyed!!! Can't wait to go and see for myself!

Hi Biohzrd8 - Welcome. First let me say that you are going to love staying at AKL. You did not mention how old the two children are, however IMHO you will be more comfortable staying in the deluxe room. It is a little larger, there are more amenities with the room and a better view. There has always been a pac-n-play in the closet each time we have stayed at AKL. You will have a little more floor space to set it up. ALK rooms are on the small side for the deluxe resorts. I think five would have more space in the deluxe.

As far as your friends joining you in the pool. Every where on the board I have read that the pools are only for the resort guests. I can't not tell you if they will "card" your guests. But there are signs up that say AKL resort guest only. On one of our visits I had to show my room key to get a towel and enter the pool area.

Hope you have a Great Vacation.

 

[tinknme]

Ok who took Kimmars ticker If you give it back now, we might share some zebra domes with you

...at least YOU guys have and AKL ticker! I lost mine and it won't come back....

 

[RuthLS]

Thanks for the well wishes. I'm sure I won't be able to sleep tomorrow night. And can you believe I haven't even packed yet? I think I spend too much time on here.

I'll have to spend the day tomorrow rushing to get everything ready. The trip is perfect timing really. It's supposed to rain the rest of the week here in MA and be in the 50's. 50's to high 80's-that will be a change.

I'll be sure to try the zebra domes, bread bowl/stew, each and every one of the drinks, and some yummy african wine. I'll have to do a lot of walking.

Safe travels to those of you going in the next couple of days as well. We'll probably all bump into eachother and not even know it. If you see two boys ages 2 and 3 with blond hair running around like monkeys with two parents lagging behind exhausted...well that's us.

Lillygator-I hope you got the room you wanted.

Happy trips..I'm sure I'll be cking in here tomorrow too!
Ruth

 

[suedisney]

bEAUTIFUL.....MY QUESTION IS........in the middle of the semi circle of buildings is Arusha rock....yes? Ok if I get a standard room savannah view will it be looking into this semi circle or are parts of the animal areas on the outsides also? I'm going to try to request zebra trail, near the elevators, what do you think?

 

[kimmar067]

Wow, I think I'm just gonna post here, where it's nice and SAFE and I am surrounded by FRIENDS.....

 

[kimmar067]

Ok who took Kimmars ticker If you give it back now, we might share some zebra domes with you

.....

 

[Nancyg56]

Here's some for a safe and magical trip for the Wild Ones getting ready to vacation! I am waiting for trip Reports. Have Fun,
Nancy

 

[kimmar067]

Here's some for a safe and magical trip for the Wild Ones getting ready to vacation! I am waiting for trip Reports. Have Fun,
Nancy

....* sigh *

 

[SeaSpray]

Hi everyone!

Just peeking in to say that I'll be at the AKL, arriving tomorrow!!

Thanks to all of you for the information you provide here on the DIS boards, and within this thread!

 

[kimmar067]

Hi everyone!

Just peeking in to say that I'll be at the AKL, arriving tomorrow!!

Thanks to all of you for the information you provide here on the DIS boards, and within this thread!

...oh WOW, have a great time.....and, have a Zebra Dome (or two or three or four...) and think of US..... !!

 

[5 Disney Fans]

Thank you so much for your reply. Our other children are 4 and 7. The 4 year old needs all the room he can get so I think we will stick with the deluxe based on your recommendation. What sort of "other amenities are offered in a deluxe that are not offered in a standard?

We are so excited about staying at AKL!!! Now if they would just release some AP codes already!!!!

Hi Biohzrd8 - Welcome. First let me say that you are going to love staying at AKL. You did not mention how old the two children are, however IMHO you will be more comfortable staying in the deluxe room. It is a little larger, there are more amenities with the room and a better view. There has always been a pac-n-play in the closet each time we have stayed at AKL. You will have a little more floor space to set it up. ALK rooms are on the small side for the deluxe resorts. I think five would have more space in the deluxe.

As far as your friends joining you in the pool. Every where on the board I have read that the pools are only for the resort guests. I can't not tell you if they will "card" your guests. But there are signs up that say AKL resort guest only. On one of our visits I had to show my room key to get a towel and enter the pool area.

Hope you have a Great Vacation.

 

[kimmar067]

Okay, , but I must get this off my chest: anyone been on the "Disney Resorts Photos..." thread lately, cuz' it's getting too weird for me.....and I certainly don't 'dig' getting 'attacked' on all sides by posters who just can't see 'the bigger picture'.....okay, vent over....

 

[tinknme]

I agree it is getting a little strange on a certain thread

Wow, I think I'm just gonna post here, where it's nice and SAFE and I am surrounded by FRIENDS.....

 

[tinknme]

Oh lucky you! Have fun

Hi everyone!

Just peeking in to say that I'll be at the AKL, arriving tomorrow!!

Thanks to all of you for the information you provide here on the DIS boards, and within this thread!