The people displaced by the renovation of a moderate resort got that low rate.
Any upgrades depend on how full the resort is. There aren't that many standard view rooms at AKL so maybe you will get lucky. Just don't get disappointed if you get the standard view that you booked. :wave:
I'm pretty sure that when you check in December 25th or before, then you get the discount for your entire stay. Unless the discount codes are all sold out by then.
We stayed in Aotearoa monorail view (3rd floor) one year and it was great. (also convenient to the GCH) Breakfast on the balcony with the monorails going by every morning. There's another monorail view building but it also overlooks the parking lot.:)
I think Javier was talking about AP renewals. When you renew your passes they are good for 365 days after your old pass expires....no matter when you pay for the renewal.
When you buy an AP it is good 365 after you redeem the voucher in the parks.
www.cdaccess.com has the old version for $14.95 plus $5.00 2nd day Fed Ex shipping. :) I ordered mine via Amazon.com since cdaccess is one of their z-shops.