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We got bit-up by something in early May, that caused my mother to have some good welts on her. We weren't sure if they were bugs (no-seems/gnats) or bees. My mother thought that she got bit at the playground at Jambo. We got a lot of bits out on the balcony as well. I not if insect spray will help.
We also got bit by something when out on the balcony in the evening. Definitely not bees. Never noticed any insects flying around but felt the bites as they occurred and unfortunately didn't have any After Bite with us to dab on the bites at the time. I ended up with several little welts on my legs but they didn't bother me too much. DH's welts didn't bother him too much at the time but they got much bigger once we got home, itched like crazy and none of his usual remedies provided much relief.
 
I've never had problems with bugs on the balcony, only down at the pool area. The key to keeping the bees at bay (so I've heard) is to stay as far away as you can from the refill station and that sticky sweet smell. After the first attempt at sitting out in the sun and the constant flow of curious bees coming by while I read, I've given up. I will only sit at the pool area now if I'm at the bar :D

It could be that while other resorts have more water areas to draw the bees away, AKL really has no outdoor water features (other than the watering troughs the animals use) and so they're also coming in for a drink.
 
didn't have any After Bite with us to dab on the bites at the time.
Naked Bee or Savannah Bee brand lip balms work almost as good as after bite stuff. I never remember the after bite, but I almost always have lip balm on me. Savannah Bee has a store at Disney Springs too
 
Naked Bee or Savannah Bee brand lip balms work almost as good as after bite stuff. I never remember the after bite, but I almost always have lip balm on me. Savannah Bee has a store at Disney Springs too
Thanks for the information!
 


We also got bit by something when out on the balcony in the evening. Definitely not bees. Never noticed any insects flying around but felt the bites as they occurred and unfortunately didn't have any After Bite with us to dab on the bites at the time. I ended up with several little welts on my legs but they didn't bother me too much. DH's welts didn't bother him too much at the time but they got much bigger once we got home, itched like crazy and none of his usual remedies provided much relief.

Has he tried the hot spoon remedy? If not that could be something to remember for the future. Heat up a spoon and place it on the bite. I find it helpful for mosquito bites and should be similar for other itchy bites I'd think.
 
Has he tried the hot spoon remedy? If not that could be something to remember for the future. Heat up a spoon and place it on the bite. I find it helpful for mosquito bites and should be similar for other itchy bites I'd think.
I have never heard of this before but I'm intrigued. DH is a mosquito magnet so next time he gets a bite, I'm going to suggest he try this!
 
If we are staying on points in Jambo can we use the pool or at least look at the Kidani pool? I am sure this has been answered before but did not find it in a search. I know that the AKL is off limits on pool hopping but didn't know if that applied to the specific buildings within the AKL. TIA
 


If we are staying on points in Jambo can we use the pool or at least look at the Kidani pool? I am sure this has been answered before but did not find it in a search. I know that the AKL is off limits on pool hopping but didn't know if that applied to the specific buildings within the AKL. TIA
Guests staying at AKL/AKV can use the standard amenities at either building.
 
Staying in a standard 2BR 4/22-4/27. Are there any partial Savannah views? Good location suggestions. Taking my sisters family on their first trip to the world!
 
Staying in a standard 2BR 4/22-4/27. Are there any partial Savannah views? Good location suggestions. Taking my sisters family on their first trip to the world!
There are a number of Jambo House villas that were reclassified from Savanna View to Standard View due to a limited savanna view or a view mainly of a people pen. The reclassified rooms will face either the Sunset Savanna or the Uzima Savanna and many are where a wing of rooms shoots off of the main building.

http://www.parkinfo2go.com/dvc-akv/floor5.php

I found this image and list of possible reclassified room numbers on another site:
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5202, 5203, 5205, 5206, 5208, 5209
5210, 5212, 5214, 5216, 5220, 5222
5228, 5230, 5232, 5234, 5238
5253, 5255, 5257, 5259, 5265, 5267

5322, 5324, 5328
5343, 5345, 5347, 5349
5356, 5354, 5350, 5348, 5346, 5344
5372, 5374, 5380, 5382, 5384

Pool Views which have always been Standard View:
5584, 5582, 5580, 5574, 5572
5543, 5545, 5547, 5549, 5553, 5555
5550, 5548, 5546, 5544
5528, 5524, 5522
 
We need a map that overlays the people pens on the savanna views. While not very intrusive considering there is no guarentee of a savanna view at all with a standard view, it's good not to be surprised by the little dust bowls below when stepping out on to the balcony.
 
Is there something like this for Kidani? Have a 2 bedroom standard view over there and wondering if there are any gems i should consider requesting (knowing full well i likely wont get it lol!) Any other tips for room suggestions? First time staying here, first time in a 2 bedroom. First trip for my mom! We will be driving and have our vehicle if this helps at all.

There are a number of Jambo House villas that were reclassified from Savanna View to Standard View due to a limited savanna view or a view mainly of a people pen. The reclassified rooms will face either the Sunset Savanna or the Uzima Savanna and many are where a wing of rooms shoots off of the main building.


5202, 5203, 5205, 5206, 5208, 5209
5210, 5212, 5214, 5216, 5220, 5222
5228, 5230, 5232, 5234, 5238
5253, 5255, 5257, 5259, 5265, 5267

5322, 5324, 5328
5343, 5345, 5347, 5349
5356, 5354, 5350, 5348, 5346, 5344
5372, 5374, 5380, 5382, 5384

Pool Views which have always been Standard View:
5584, 5582, 5580, 5574, 5572
5543, 5545, 5547, 5549, 5553, 5555
5550, 5548, 5546, 5544
5528, 5524, 5522
 
Will be in a grand villa for Halloween and need to be near the elevator and bus stop for health reasons. Trouble walking long distances. What location do I need to ask for?
 
Will be in a grand villa for Halloween and need to be near the elevator and bus stop for health reasons. Trouble walking long distances. What location do I need to ask for?

The best is to request near transportation due to health reasons. That lets the room assignor know both what and why you are looking for something. Otherwise if you put in for a certain section or GV then if it isn't available the room assignor won't know why you wanted it and might end up placing in you something completely opposite of what you need.
 
Will be in a grand villa for Halloween and need to be near the elevator and bus stop for health reasons. Trouble walking long distances. What location do I need to ask for?
Please be aware they may not be able to meet your request. You should have a backup plan.
I had teens with me, so if I was unable to make the walk would have them to run out for room supplies for me.

In the future if my foot issue flares up again and I have the long walk without help I'll give in and arrange for a scooter. I hate them, but if it's the only option I'll do it.
 

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