The “World” According to Jack
Orlando resident and major Disney theme park fanatic, Jack visits the “World” multiple times each week. His blogs will present you with current happenings and other bits of information that he finds of interest and hopes you do to.
Entries from The “World” According to Jack tagged with 'Kidani Village'
Kidani Village – Pembe Savanna
The six-acre Pembe Savanna which surrounds the north wing of Kidani Village at the Animal Kingdom Lodge opened today (September 1). I was on hand to check things out. Unfortunately, I don’t have much to report as there isn’t anything...
Posted by Jack Spence on September 1, 2009 1:25 PM
Kidani Village – Final Blog
In this final blog I’m going to try to tie up any loose ends and answer a few more questions. When I checked into Kidani Village early on May 1st, I was the only guest at the front desk and...
Posted by Jack Spence on May 3, 2009 9:48 AM
Kidani Village Part 5
For lunch yesterday we went to the Maji Pool Bar. Disney offers two options for lunch at this location. The first is a more casual menu of premade sandwiches and salads at reasonable prices. These are handled by the bartender...
Posted by Jack Spence on May 2, 2009 9:57 AM
Kidani Village – Part 4
I arrived at the Animal Kingdom Lodge this morning around 8am. The first thing returning visitors will notice is that the guard shack has been moved as it now serves two sections of the resort. You will also notice signs...
Posted by Jack Spence on May 1, 2009 2:48 PM
Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Part 3
I think “Survival of the Fittest” is a fantastic name for the Kidani Village health club! Survival of the Fittest offers state-of-the-art exercise equipment in a very pleasant atmosphere. It is also located next to the pool so a...
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Posted by Jack Spence on April 24, 2009 6:00 AM
Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Part 2
I’d like to start this blog with some logistical details. Guests and Members must check-in to their respective section of the resort – either Jambo House or Kidani Village. But other than that, all resort facilities are shared. Kidani Village...
Posted by Jack Spence on April 23, 2009 5:28 AM
Animal Kingdom Lodge - Kidani Village Preview
On May 1st, phase one of Kidani Village opens to the public. I am fortunate enough to have reservations and will be on hand for the festivities (watch for my blog). But today (April 22) I was allowed to preview...
Posted by Jack Spence on April 22, 2009 12:37 PM
Disney Vacation Club Construction Update
I was out and about on Saturday (1/10/09) and thought I’d snap a few pictures of the three Disney Vacation Club properties currently under construction. Let’s start with the Treehouse Villas which will be part of the Saratoga Springs complex...
Posted by Jack Spence on January 11, 2009 5:01 AM
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