Look what was "inside" my
Luxury Disney World Newsletter (how many of you have the book?):
"I just returned from a two-week trip to Walt Disney World where I stayed at a number of resorts. However, my visit to the Animal Kingdom Lodge on the conceierge level was a definite highlight. The lounge commands a lovely position on the resort's sixth floor overlooking the spectacular lobby. Beautifully furnished in African decor and furnishings, it imparts a sense of calmness and sophistication missing in some of Disney's other resorts. The friendly and efficient staff always greeted me with a smile and was eager to help out with whatever was needed. I left vowing I would never stay in a regular room there again. My only complaint about a concierge room is the chance of receiving a pool view, something that is almost unacceptable at this resort given the spectacular vistas from the savanna view rooms.
Food and wine offerings are excellent, possibly the the very best selection of any Disney concierge lounge. In the morning theres a continental breakfast of juice, danish, muffins, bagels, croissants, fresh fruit, yogurt, and cereal. Later youll find afternoon beverages and snacks of pretzels, goldfish, and gummy bears with late afternoon additions of scones, cookies, and brownies. Evenings feature South African wine and beer as well as hot and cold hors doeuvres from Boma including such items as veggie flatbread, Moroccan meatballs, noodle salad with tofu, blackeyed pea salad, scallops with sundried tomato chutney, assorted cheeses, hummus, beef satay, skewered nut-crusted salmon, and barbecue pork. Kids enjoy PB&J sandwiches and chicken nuggets. After dinner brings cookies, chocolates, mini tarts, mini rice crispy treats, cordials, and sometimes Zebra Domes from Boma. Of course theres always lemonade, iced tea, and sodas throughout the day. Youll even find a self-service espresso and cappuccino machine.
This is definitely one resort where the added expense of the concierge level is well worth it. Just beg for that savanna view room at check in or book a suite that guarantees a peek at those marvelous animals."
Great review of the food offerings!
P.S. Just realized
I'm under 40 days!!