There’s much to consider when planning the perfect Disney vacation, with convenience and cost usually being the most vital determining factors. Disney Vacation Club offers 11 properties in the Orlando area at Disney World. These properties are within driving distance of some of Orlando’s most fantastic attractions, including the Disney parks, Disney Springs, Universal, and more. Below, we’ve included five … Read More
Top Reasons to Love Disney’s Bay Lake Tower
Bay Lake Tower, located at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, rounds out my family’s Top 3 Most Favourite Deluxe Resorts within the Disney Vacation Club program. This property is Gorgeous! One of the most aesthetically appealing resorts in my opinion. The monorail running through the main resort is always jaw dropping! In a nutshell, this resort gives you the best of two … Read More
What can you do with 160 DVC points?
In a prior piece, we explored the benefits of a smaller Disney Vacation Club (DVC) contract. The article demonstrated that a member can have a lot of fun with as few as 50 annual membership points. It begs a question, though. What could you do with a lot more points? The most common contracts fall in the range of 160-200 … Read More
Why To Buy DVC Resale
Updated 3/04/20 There are many great reasons to purchase a DVC resale contract. First and foremost is the initial purchase price. Wow, what a difference! This is a way to make vacationing at Disney affordable for most. Take a look at the most recent price increases for direct DVC purchases compared to current average resale prices: Resort Direct Price (2020) Resale … Read More
2018 DVC Condo Meeting Highlights
Its that time of year again! We ventured out to Coronado Springs for the Disney Vacation Club Annual Condominium Association Meeting and gathered with fellow DVC members to reminisce about the past year (and get a free cookie!) As part of the rules and regulations set forth in the DVC bylaws, this meeting is held every year so the … Read More
DVC Moonlight Magic at Typhoon Lagoon
Being part of the DVC family has many perks: merchandise and dining discounts, deals on tickets and annual passes, and exclusive events commonly known as Membership Magic. The most recent event was Moonlight Magic at Typhoon Lagoon, and I was lucky enough to attend! Moonlight Magic events are free to eligible DVC members and up to five guests. You do … Read More
WDW Tours Overview + Behind the Seeds Review
If you’ve been to the theme parks many times over you might be looking for ways to have new experiences at Walt Disney World. Backstage tours are a great way for DVC Members to try something new and different! In this post, I’ll describe your options for Disney World tours, explain how DVC Members can book them at a discount, and … Read More
Magical Express Tips for DVC Members
Disney’s Magical Express is a free motorcoach/bus service that transports guests and their luggage from Orlando International Airport to all Walt Disney World Resorts, including Disney Vacation Club properties in Orlando. The bus ride signals the start of your exciting vacation, and if you fly into Orlando and are staying at one of the Disney resorts, you can use this … Read More
Changes to DVC Membership Extras Eligibility
Disney Vacation Club has recently updated the eligibility requirements for Membership Extras. Starting February 25th, a member must own at least 75 points purchased directly from Disney to gain access to Membership Extras like special events, annual pass and ticket discounts as well as the vacation options available in the Disney and Concierge Collections. While existing owners who currently qualify … Read More
DVC Split Stay Tips & Tricks
As a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) member, you have plenty of options in planning your various visits. One of the best uses of DVC scheduling, however, is a strategy you might not have considered before. What follows is a series of tips and things to keep in mind when booking a split stay vacation at Walt Disney World. What’s a … Read More
