***The Official AKV Owners And Lovers Thread***. Come And Chat

[PeterPanFan123]

I think all three work equally well in terms of having your requests fulfilled. I wouldn't wait any longer, though. Reportedly rooms are assigned 5-7 days before checkin.

Thank you!

 

[parkhopmom]

Personally I’d take the shuttle and also Kidani has a quick service breakfast at Sanaa that’s very good.

good to know! I thought Sanaa was full sit down. Thanks!

What kind of items are on the menu?

 

[twinklebug]

What kind of items are on the menu?

Not sure if we're allowed to link, googling: allears sanna breakfast menu

https://allears.net/dining/menu/sanaa/breakfast/

 

[bluecruiser]

Or for a link to the official Sanaa menu:
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/dining/animal-kingdom-villas-kidani/sanaa/menus/

 

[preemiemama]

Checking out of Jambo right now and noticing many (like us) hanging out in the lobby with our luggage. Either waiting to get into a room or to get airport transportation. I’ve seen it across hotels (when dining at other resorts). Not sure if it’s lack of enough housekeeping or whet but I’ve not noticed it previously…

 

[twinklebug]

Checking out of Jambo right now and noticing many (like us) hanging out in the lobby with our luggage. Either waiting to get into a room or to get airport transportation. I’ve seen it across hotels (when dining at other resorts). Not sure if it’s lack of enough housekeeping or whet but I’ve not noticed it previously…

I think it's usually people waiting for their trip to the airport. Those coming in, waiting for rooms typically check their luggage at bell services and get out to enjoy Disney, particularly this early in the day. I've heard the Mears buses are not as reliable as they were before when they were Magical Express. (This was expected as the companies are struggling with not enough buses on the road and the company no longer has to answer to Mickey.)

 

[preemiemama]

I think it's usually people waiting for their trip to the airport. Those coming in, waiting for rooms typically check their luggage at bell services and get out to enjoy Disney, particularly this early in the day. I've heard the Mears buses are not as reliable as they were before when they were Magical Express. (This was expected as the companies are struggling with not enough buses on the road and the company no longer has to answer to Mickey.)

Yes we’re here waiting on Sunshine Flyer. We have a 12:15 pickup. They seem to be ok- at least they were right on schedule for our arrival and very efficient. They’ve also been responsive to questions or concerns on email. Just waiting to see how the return trip to the airport actually pans out.

 

[twinklebug]

Yes we’re here waiting on Sunshine Flyer. We have a 12:15 pickup. They seem to be ok- at least they were right on schedule for our arrival and very efficient. They’ve also been responsive to questions or concerns on email. Just waiting to see how the return trip to the airport actually pans out.

I'd love to hear your thoughts on SF after the trip. Bottle up some of that AKV air to enjoy back home!

 

[preemiemama]

I'd love to hear your thoughts on SF after the trip. Bottle up some of that AKV air to enjoy back home!

Riding it as we speak! The return to the airport is definitely not smoothly planned. We’ve been at AKL, all star movies, pop and animation. 2 no shows at movies and Kidani that delayed us. Bus is only about half full. Headed to the airport now. So, a little tighter than I might like but still enough time. Otherwise I’ve been impressed by them. I think they just need to build up the routes- more buses or drivers? Not sure. Overall it’s been pleasant communicating and riding with them.

 

[twinklebug]

Riding it as we speak! The return to the airport is definitely not smoothly planned. We’ve been at AKL, all star movies, pop and animation. 2 no shows at movies and Kidani that delayed us. Bus is only about half full. Headed to the airport now. So, a little tighter than I might like but still enough time. Otherwise I’ve been impressed by them. I think they just need to build up the routes- more buses or drivers? Not sure. Overall it’s been pleasant communicating and riding with them.

Thank you!
Hope you have a smooth flight home.

 

[CarolynFH]

Riding it as we speak! The return to the airport is definitely not smoothly planned. We’ve been at AKL, all star movies, pop and animation. 2 no shows at movies and Kidani that delayed us. Bus is only about half full. Headed to the airport now. So, a little tighter than I might like but still enough time. Otherwise I’ve been impressed by them. I think they just need to build up the routes- more buses or drivers? Not sure. Overall it’s been pleasant communicating and riding with them.

Please post your report on the Sunshine Flyer Experiences thread! Will be helpful for others planning their visits.

 

[`OhanaHare]

Excited to hear about Sunshine Flyer reviews too.

Hi everyone, AKL/V fan here.
Our first visit back post-pandemic was this past February at Jambo. I was pretty sad and disappointed about the stay this time: We've stayed at Jambo two other times and loved it, but I think I prefer Kidani (4+ stays there) the most now and was longing the whole trip to be over there and not Jambo.
I told my hubby I will not return until the 50th is over b/c I about gagged and got migraines from the 50th scent they are putting in the lobbies, too strong of a scent and smells like a cheap perfume. Totally ruined it for me, especially since I had been waiting to smell that wonderful AKL lobby scent for 3 years.

Nice to meet everyone here and contribute to conversation wherever I can.

 

[preemiemama]

Please post your report on the Sunshine Flyer Experiences thread! Will be helpful for others planning their visits.

I’m planning to! It helped me decide while planning which service I wanted to try.

 

[preemiemama]

Excited to hear about Sunshine Flyer reviews too.

Hi everyone, AKL/V fan here.
Our first visit back post-pandemic was this past February at Jambo. I was pretty sad and disappointed about the stay this time. We've stayed at Jambo two other times and loved it, but I think I prefer Kidani (4+ stays there) the most now and was longing the whole trip to be over there and not Jambo.
I told my hubby I will not return until the 50th is over b/c I about gagged and got migraines from the 50th scent they are putting in the lobbies, too strong of a scent and smells like a cheap perfume. Totally ruined it for me, especially since I had been waiting to smell that wonderful AKL lobby scent for 3 years.

Nice to meet everyone here and contribute to conversation wherever I can.

I thought it was just me! I react poorly to perfumes so it really bothered me every time we walked in!!

 

[`OhanaHare]

I thought it was just me! I react poorly to perfumes so it really bothered me every time we walked in!!

Definitely not just you! It set off my asthma and allergies/migraines. Not things one wants to deal with on vacation esp just walking through one of their fave lobbies. I had asked a front desk CM about it and they said it's for the 50th, the original lobby scent should be back after it. I happened to discover one morning that the smell starts at like 7 am lol so they obviously turn it off at some point at night. I was in the lobby super early one morning b/c I couldn't sleep and decided sitting at the firepit in the lobby reading was a good idea to try to relax and let my husband sleep undisturbed in our room. The smell was not there prior to 7am.

I cannot wait for that smell to hit the road LOL!

 

[twinklebug]

I am very sensitive to perfumes didn't notice a smell in the lobby other than the ordinary one back in October, perhaps this is new? If it's affecting you all negatively, please write to Disney or Member services and let them know.

 

[Justtopa009]

Our deed has been recorded and we're officially owners at AKV! I knew I had to come and find the thread for my new neighbors!

 

[twinklebug]

Our deed has been recorded and we're officially owners at AKV! I knew I had to come and find the thread for my new neighbors!

Jambo! Welcome!

Best resort on the map.

 

[Warriorfish5392]

We are new Animal Kingdom Owners!! Deed was recorded for our first ever resale contract!! Can't wait for points to be loaded so we can plan our Welcome Home trip later this year. We are eager to experience all that this beautiful resort has to offer and are looking forward to calling this "home" for many years to come. Any tips for booking or any must see things around the resort?? Thanks in advance for the help!! Hope to see some of you on property!!

 

[twinklebug]

We are new Animal Kingdom Owners!! Deed was recorded for our first ever resale contract!! Can't wait for points to be loaded so we can plan our Welcome Home trip later this year. We are eager to experience all that this beautiful resort has to offer and are looking forward to calling this "home" for many years to come. Any tips for booking or any must see things around the resort?? Thanks in advance for the help!! Hope to see some of you on property!!

Jambo! Welcome new owners & Animal Kingdom Villa lovers!