Number 9 is really FINE! Welcome to AKL LITE - the 'unofficial' FAQ Thread

[Pinkocto]

Well me and DW were very confused by this when we went. That's what we thought but we were told the food and drink is paid for by DVC but it's nothing to do with DVC... They were very clear about this to the point of being touchy we thought! It was def open to everyone staying at AK last week. Many non DVC folk there but DVC as well. I got the feeling they were either careful about not appearing to be selling DVC or it has changed format but I don't know as haven't been to one before. The guy hosting ours was actually the only rude person I came across the whole time we were there. Everybody else was a dream. The social gathering was nice and other guests but this guy was something else! Had a right chip on his shoulder about Disney he continued to say how much more he preferred Universal etc. People were very surprised and one even more die hard Disney fan than me ( if its poss lol ) was actually quite upset. I just couldn't understand why they would have such a person hosting!

How dreadful. What a totally bizarre person they to have hosting the event

 

[kimmar067]

....apparently, the right questions weren't asked during the interview...

 

[Pinkocto]

My DH had a couple of questions about the AKL and I didn't know how to answer them. I did try to Google them, but came up with no answers.

I see that the PV rooms nearest to the buses are in the Giraffe Trail. Are there exterior doors, to that section, or in order to enter the building from the buses, do you have to use the main building entrance?

Also, does anyone know what bus stop number the AKL is at each park? I know it will be a closer bus stop than when we stayed at the Pop Century this past June, but for some reason he still wants to know.

You don't have to use the main entrance, there are two entraces on the way to the bus stop. You have to use your keycard for entry though.

I can't remember the exact stop numbers but they are far closer than the ones for Pop. At MK it's the first stop on the right side. At HS it's the very first one that you walk out to next to the little building. At AK it's on the one closer to the entrace, and at Epcot I believe it's very close as well.

 

[Grandma Rainbow]

What a fabulous birthday trip

Thank you, Pam: Just got the confirmation from our TA. She book the Arusha Savannah room to give us easy access to everything since we both have mobility problems. Not wheelchair bound, just canes and difficulty with long distances. Not sure what the difference between Arusha and regular Savannah is, but if anyone can chime in it would be great. I'm so excited and just hoping that they extend the discount next year that they have this year. Fingers crossed. What a magnificent trip this will be.

Jennie

 

[Wicket's Mom]

Thank you, Pam: Just got the confirmation from our TA. She book the Arusha Savannah room to give us easy access to everything since we both have mobility problems. Not wheelchair bound, just canes and difficulty with long distances. Not sure what the difference between Arusha and regular Savannah is, but if anyone can chime in it would be great. I'm so excited and just hoping that they extend the discount next year that they have this year. Fingers crossed. What a magnificent trip this will be.

Jennie

You are awesome! Glad to see an older person is still going to WDW! I'm almost 65 & want to do Disney for a long time yet!

 

[letthewookiewin]

You don't have to use the main entrance, there are two entraces on the way to the bus stop. You have to use your keycard for entry though.

I can't remember the exact stop numbers but they are far closer than the ones for Pop. At MK it's the first stop on the right side. At HS it's the very first one that you walk out to next to the little building. At AK it's on the one closer to the entrace, and at Epcot I believe it's very close as well.

Thank you. That will help me decide where I want to do my room request and it will make the DH happy. Our last trip we called the walk to the Pop Century bus stop "The Pop Century Death March".

 

[LoLaRae]

Hello All!! I am staying at AKV (Kidani Studio) for the first time in September and have a few questions.

I am having a hard time figuring out what to put in my room request. I don't want to be at the end of the earth. Should I just request a room close to the lobby? Is there even studio rooms near the lobby?

Also, I think I remember reading somewhere that Boma and Jiko did tours of the restaurants at 4pm before opening for dinner. Am I hallucinating or do they do this?

As I think of more questions, I will be sure to ask the experts here!

 

[Pinkocto]

Thank you, Pam: Just got the confirmation from our TA. She book the Arusha Savannah room to give us easy access to everything since we both have mobility problems. Not wheelchair bound, just canes and difficulty with long distances. Not sure what the difference between Arusha and regular Savannah is, but if anyone can chime in it would be great. I'm so excited and just hoping that they extend the discount next year that they have this year. Fingers crossed. What a magnificent trip this will be.

Jennie

Congratulations! Arusha is the savannah inside the 'horseshoe'. A suggestion would be to ask your TA to put a request for near the lobby on your reservation so you don't end up with too much of a walk to your room.

 

[Pinkocto]

Thank you. That will help me decide where I want to do my room request and it will make the DH happy. Our last trip we called the walk to the Pop Century bus stop "The Pop Century Death March".

I've stayed at Pop before as well, and understand completely! I kept thinking, 'are they trying to punish people who stay at values?'

 

[psac]

Congratulations! Arusha is the savannah inside the 'horseshoe'. A suggestion would be to ask your TA to put a request for near the lobby on your reservation so you don't end up with too much of a walk to your room.

I agree with this suggestion as well. Aside from being inside the horseshoe, the Arusha savanna is the biggest and has the most animals, which is why they charge a premium to book that savanna now. I think AKL is a great resort for a non-park stay!!

 

[letthewookiewin]

I've at Pop before as well, and understand completely! I kept thinking, 'are they trying to punish people who stay at values?'

Honestly, it's one of the main reasons I was able to convince the DH to splurge on a Deluxe this trip. That and the uncomfortable beds at the Pop.

 

[fd1972uk]

Hi,

Hoping someone can fill me in.

Staying here for a couple of nights, which should be great.

Was wondering if you can grab a drink (alcoholic and non-alc.) and go out and view the animals from one of the viewing areas? Or are you not allowed to take alcohol out to the viewing areas?


TIA


FD

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

Hi,

Hoping someone can fill me in.

Staying here for a couple of nights, which should be great.

Was wondering if you can grab a drink (alcoholic and non-alc.) and go out and view the animals from one of the viewing areas? Or are you not allowed to take alcohol out to the viewing areas?

TIA

FD

I don't see why you couldn't or if they would even know. We would sit on the rocking chairs at Kidani drinking our soda from refillable mugs. No CM were there let alone call us on it. Why that couldn't be alcohol I can't think of any reason. It's really relaxing! Enjoy!

 

[eagles1281]

we called the walk to the Pop Century bus stop "The Pop Century Death March".

Seriously with all the walking you do in the parks and at your hotels, is another 30-35 yards really that big of a difference.
Just Saying

 

[letthewookiewin]

Seriously with all the walking you do in the parks and at your hotels, is another 30-35 yards really that big of a difference.
Just Saying

When you have back issues, and you're already in pain from walking around the park all day, yes it can be.

"Just Saying", but thank you for your very helpful post.

Besides, it was an inside family joke. Look up the Epcot Death March by John Pinette. The first time we walked to a Pop Century bus stop, my DH said if that comedian had been there, he would have called it "The Pop Century Death March". It kind of stuck for the rest of the trip.

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

When you have back issues, and you're already in pain from walking around the park all day, yes it can be.

"Just Saying", but thank you for your very helpful post.

Besides, it was an inside family joke. Look up the Epcot Death March by John Pinette. The first time we walked to a Pop Century bus stop, my DH said if that comedian had been there, he would have called it "The Pop Century Death March". It kind of stuck for the rest of the trip.

Lol I like that the Pop Century Death March!

 

[letthewookiewin]

Lol I like that the Pop Century Death March!

You should really listen to the Epcot Death March that we got it from. It's so funny!! You can find it on youtube, but searching for Epcot Death March.

 

[Paula Sedley-Burke]

You should really listen to the Epcot Death March that we got it from. It's so funny!! You can find it on youtube, but searching for Epcot Death March.

Thanks just played it. You owe me a new tee shirt. It's got my beverage on it where I laughed out loud! Thanks that is a classic. Epcot showcase why don't they have a little tram like in the parking lot going around! I am disabled so until I hired a scooter I never thought a world existed beyond Mexico lol. Partner couldn't push me in wheelchair any further. Epcot Death march and push on top imagine...

 

[CupcakeKelly]

You should really listen to the Epcot Death March that we got it from. It's so funny!! You can find it on youtube, but searching for Epcot Death March.

That is too funny!

DH and I can relate being that we decided to go one year in July! That was how I got my coaster-averse DH on Space Mountain, the promise of 1 hour of air conditioning and no sun

 

[letthewookiewin]

Thanks just played it. You owe me a new tee shirt. It's got my beverage on it where I laughed out loud! Thanks that is a classic. Epcot showcase why don't they have a little tram like in the parking lot going around! I am disabled so until I hired a scooter I never thought a world existed beyond Mexico lol. Partner couldn't push me in wheelchair any further. Epcot Death march and push on top imagine...

The first time I heard it, I almost spewed Dr Pepper all over my laptop.

That is too funny!

DH and I can relate being that we decided to go one year in July! That was how I got my coaster-averse DH on Space Mountain, the promise of 1 hour of air conditioning and no sun

I'm glad y'all enjoyed it. We will be doing the Epcot Death March this September. We were there this past June, since it was raining, the heat wasn't bad.