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

[dm220]

hi to all, another good day thinking about disney, first i love the pic of your daughters with cinderella ktink, cant wait to see my daughter when she goes to see cinderella, second, the talk of shopping brings a couple questions up for me to ask as i have done a ton of shopping lately also (maybe too much), first question is do i need to buy shampoo and hair conditioner or is it provided at the lodge, and next, is it possible to ship a package of stuff in advance of our arrival to the akl as we have purchased a case of water, soda, snacks etc that i really am starting to think is gonna weigh us down luggage wise when we fly, hoping i can ship this stuff in advance would be much easier, and last tx for the all the info and posts of misc. akl advice that everybody has provided it sure helps keep the excitment going, again ty

 

[Angel16]

I have a question for all of you AKL experts. I read in other post that during oct. there are a lot of flies and mosquitoes and that it was not very pleasant. Is that true? I went during jan. and we loved the resort but now we are going during sept. and I´m worried by what this person said.

Thanks

My DH and I have attended The Food & Wine Festival for the last two years. We were there last year in September going into the first part of October. I have never had any problem with flies or mosquitoes. I did take wipes for evenings, however we did not find a need for them at all. This year we are going in Nov/Dec, and we are taking a Wishes cruise. I think I will continue to take the bug wipes along. They seem to bring me good luck. I think you and your September trip will be fine.

 

[ktink]

hi to all, another good day thinking about disney, first i love the pic of your daughters with cinderella ktink, cant wait to see my daughter when she goes to see cinderella,


I bet she will just love meeting Cinderella. My DDs were almost starstruck.
I wish I could help you out on your questions but I'm pretty clueless at this point.

 

[denimore]

I have a question for all of you AKL experts. I read in other post that during oct. there are a lot of flies and mosquitoes and that it was not very pleasant. Is that true? I went during jan. and we loved the resort but now we are going during sept. and I´m worried by what this person said.

Thanks

I saw that post too and wonder what the heck!

I was there last yr 1st week in October...Savanah view 3rd floor and didn't see any mating flies...

Never saw a mosquito either...third time in Florida never had a bite yet..October and two times in November.

Only bugs I saw where at 'A bugs life' and they were all cute 'cept the Stink bug

I saw an antelopelike animal that was digging in the dirt making a mud head dress to impress the ladies but I never did see if his mating efforts were realized...

Got a great pic of this guy though and some day I'll get photo bucket and post it.



And that's why birds do it, bees do it
Even educated fleas do it
Let's do it, let's fall in love

 

[elisaaldrete]

denimoreplease do post that photo jajaja. And thank you for the info. I was a little bit confused about that post because as you said I never seen any flies on Disney property either! But anyway I just wanted to check with you guys!

Thanks

 

[scoutsmom99]

WOW!!! Thanks for that most warm welcome!!! Shoreview! Not too far away. And what AWESOME answers!! THANK YOU! We'll see when we get there is I have the kahoonas to ask about the upgrade. The danger now is, now that I have both resorts paid off 6 months in advance...I feel like sneaking an extra day or two at the AKL away from PO-FQ. Ya know...since we have enough time to pay for it????
MANY THANKS AGAIN!!!!!

glad to help out

 

[scoutsmom99]

I have a question for all of you AKL experts. I read in other post that during oct. there are a lot of flies and mosquitoes and that it was not very pleasant. Is that true? I went during jan. and we loved the resort but now we are going during sept. and I´m worried by what this person said.

Thanks

I was there the first week of October last year and never had any problems with flies or mosquitoes.

 

[scoutsmom99]

second, the talk of shopping brings a couple questions up for me to ask as i have done a ton of shopping lately also (maybe too much),

me too. I went crazy at Target last night!

first question is do i need to buy shampoo and hair conditioner or is it provided at the lodge,

Yes they do. I don't use the stuff becuase I prefer to use my own. I can't remember if they have shampoo and conditioner, but I know they for sure have shamppoo. I will check in my bathroom later because I brought the stuff home with me.

and next, is it possible to ship a package of stuff in advance of our arrival to the akl as we have purchased a case of water, soda, snacks etc that i really am starting to think is gonna weigh us down luggage wise when we fly, hoping i can ship this stuff in advance would be much easier

Yes you can. I have done this before. I used UPS to send it to me. Here is what you will need on the outside packaging label:

Your Name
Animal Kingdom Lodge
2901 Osceola Parkway
Bay Lake, FL 32830
Reservation #_________
Hold For Arrival on __________
On the UPS Website you can claculate the time and cost to send your package. It will give you an idea of when to go and ship your package (I sent mine from a UPS Store).

Hope that helps

 

[bjakmom]

They provide a combination shampoo/conditioner - by the end of 4 days I was really missing my own conditioner! Not at AKL, but last october (2nd wk) we were eaten alive by mosquitoes waiting for MNSSHP near Pecos Bills - first time I've ever had a mosquito problem at WDW - but was so glad I always carry the Off wipes - we are very cautious about mosquitoes as we lost my DBr-in-L to West Nile Virus 2 summers ago - so, better safe than sorry - the little wipies don't take up any space in your bag and can be a life saver if/when you might need them.
BTW - the kid's $1 ponchos from target had a plastic snap at the base of the hood - kept DNeph's hood from blowing off in the wind! I just went back to load up my 'travel box' with them for future trips.

 

[ppony]

LOL ~~~ YEP, she's one of us!!!!!

Evil cackle....bwah ha ha ha ha!!!!!

Can't help it. I like the good stuff! LOVE my pamerin'! Keep the party rollin on the thread!

 

[wendypooh]

Evil cackle....bwah ha ha ha ha!!!!!

Can't help it. I like the good stuff! LOVE my pamerin'! Keep the party rollin on the thread!

Where have you been???? LOL You should've been over on this thread a LONG time ago......... you are def. a wild bunch kinda girl!!!

By the way, your horses are lovely!

 

[ppony]

Where have you been???? LOL You should've been over on this thread a LONG time ago......... you are def. a wild bunch kinda girl!!!

By the way, your horses are lovely!

LOL!! Just call me Khonny-come-lately! No relaly, don't! I KNOW someone would!! you crazy nuts! I was always intimidated by eth siaze of this thread and jumping in and asking a question I'm certain was answered in the 175+ pages it's gone on. BUTTTT, bless you for making eon feel at home immediately!

And THANKS about my horses. : ) I'm just blessed I can do something with my talents so I can stay home with my son. I should show you all my son's Lion King room in case you hadn't seen it. One of these days.

 

[gems_smiling]

Just bumping you up again. 76 days till i will be at AKL.

I know this question is asked a lot but what would you all suggest we say at check in for the best chance of getting a free upgrade? (its my parents wedding anniversary while we are there so hopefully this will help.)

 

[shyjade]

Hey Scoutsmom99, I didn't realize you're the "go to" person at MNSSHP on 9/29? My DD8 and I will be there that night, and as of this past Monday, we're staying at AKL too! I haven't posted much yet here because I'm still trying to catch up on all the back-posts...starting page 155 today so I should be "caught up" by the end of the workday!

 

[wendypooh]

Just bumping you up again. 76 days till i will be at AKL.

I know this question is asked a lot but what would you all suggest we say at check in for the best chance of getting a free upgrade? (its my parents wedding anniversary while we are there so hopefully this will help.)

When we checked in, I didn't even ask!!! We were just upgraded. We had booked standard and were upgraded to deluxe savannah. I was thrilled, but thought that it was due to the time / season we went, which was Jan./Feb. it was not too crowded. I'm hoping for an upgrade again, but if not, I am prepared to pay for it, However, I am also prepared to FIRST ask if any complimentary upgrades are avail. before I ask how much it cost to upgrade!!! It doesn't hurt to ask if it's not automatically offered!!! Right

However, IF you HAVE TO have Savannah, I'd suggest just to be on the safe side either go ahead and book it or be prepared to PAY for the upgrade if need be. You will love the resort no matter which room / view you have.

 

[gems_smiling]

Thanks for the reply wendypooh. I'm not bothered about the Savannah view as we have stayed at AKL before and know that there's great places to watch the animal from but my mum would love to have a Savannah view room (but cant afford to pay for it). I know we will have a great time what ever happens because its such a beautiful resort but i hope we get an upgrade coss i know how much my mum would enjoy it.

 

[dm220]

me too. I went crazy at Target last night!


Yes they do. I don't use the stuff becuase I prefer to use my own. I can't remember if they have shampoo and conditioner, but I know they for sure have shamppoo. I will check in my bathroom later because I brought the stuff home with me.


Yes you can. I have done this before. I used UPS to send it to me. Here is what you will need on the outside packaging label:

Your Name
Animal Kingdom Lodge
2901 Osceola Parkway
Bay Lake, FL 32830
Reservation #_________
Hold For Arrival on __________
On the UPS Website you can claculate the time and cost to send your package. It will give you an idea of when to go and ship your package (I sent mine from a UPS Store).

Hope that helps

even provided the address, ty very much, this will be a lot easier than hauling all this stuff with us, again tx

 

[wendypooh]

Thanks for the reply wendypooh. I'm not bothered about the Savannah view as we have stayed at AKL before and know that there's great places to watch the animal from but my mum would love to have a Savannah view room (but cant afford to pay for it). I know we will have a great time what ever happens because its such a beautiful resort but i hope we get an upgrade coss i know how much my mum would enjoy it.

Hi, I didn't realize you were coming from England!! I don't always look at where someone is from!! How long is your stay?? I would probably have it noted on yours / your moms reservation that it is her anniversary. Also, any other request you may have. (i.e. we requested non-smoking, DS has to use a nebulizer 3 times a day, I also requested 3rd or 4th floor, and bunk beds......) So, make your request based on what is most important first on your reservation. Also, like I stated, if you aren't offered an upgrade, ask if there are any complimentary upgrades. Good Luck, I'm sure it'll be wonderful.

 

[wendypooh]

OK, just got off the phone with a great CM named Betty at AKL. Here is the info she gave me on the Adventure Camp.

*** The Adventure Camp is an Interactive adventure for children ages 6-14. Camp includes real ostrich egg painting, private lodge tour with animal viewing and lunch overlooking the Savannah. Space is limited to 10 children. The camp cost $70.00 and is from 10-2 on Wed. ONLY. You may sign up for this once you are at the resort, you do not need to book it early.

( I'm guessing this is not a widely known activity so getting in is not a problem.)

The children meet up with the savannah guide outside of Simba's cubhouse at 10 am. Lunch is served on the second floor balcony overlooking Arusha Rock. The ostrich egg is $30.00 which IS included in the price.


We are considering this for DS while we are there in Sept. I know he'd enjoy it!! Hope this info helps all who were interested.

 

[Jenn0)))]

After going through this thread again, I now know how mcuh I need to bring a camera.