The DVC Studio unit — low in points and just the right size for a family of four or less. But what if you have a family of five and don’t want to use more points to upgrade to a larger room size? Say hello to the five-person Studio unit! These rooms are furnished with 1 queen-size bed, 1 double-size sleeper … Read More
What To Expect In A Post-Galaxy’s Edge Disney World
Have you heard about a little thing called Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge that’s coming to Disney World later this year? Disney surprised the fan community when it announced that the new “Star Wars land” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios would open ahead of schedule on August 29th. For better or worse, Galaxy’s Edge will change your vacation experience at Walt Disney … 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
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Opening Dates, Food, Merchandise & more!
In anticipation of high guest interest, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products announced today it will open Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge ahead of schedule at Disneyland Park in California on May 31 and at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida on Aug. 29. On opening day for phase one, guests will be transported to the remote planet … Read More
How To Survive (and Enjoy) The Holidays at Disney World
The week before Christmas and New Year’s is the busiest week of the year at Walt Disney World. The parks will be filled with throngs of people and Magic Kingdom will likely fill to capacity and close to more guests at several points during the week. But if you visit during this week you can still have a fantastic time … Read More
Why To Consider A Stripped Contract
Listings that are void of points until the following year tend to come with negative connotations — “No points until next year”… ‘“I can’t book my trip until when?” … “I’d have to borrow points and always be behind” … etc. Today I want to put aside the negative aspects and look at the benefits that come with purchasing a … Read More
Learn How To Rent Your DVC Points to Pay Your Dues
Before I bought my Saratoga Springs contract from ResalesDVC many years ago, I did extensive research into how to visit Disney World more often for less money. I read about how some owners rented out a portion of their DVC points each year to cover their annual dues, and I was intrigued! If you are considering buying a DVC ownership … Read More
Five Reasons to Stay at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort
By the end of 2019, the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) will feature 15 different resorts. Out of these properties, 80 percent of them are close to Disney theme parks. The other three may seem like anomalies, but they are perfectly in keeping with the concept of the timeshare. The Walt Disney Company merely modified the perception of the timeshare to … Read More
How to Rent DVC Points as a Resale Owner
“Welcome Home!” Hearing this greeting when you arrive for your Disney resort stay is like sweet music to the ears; it helps create a direct connection between your family and all of the magic that Disney has to offer. Choosing to purchase a Disney Vacation Club resale contract strengthens this connection. It allows for endless smiles and countless memories made over … Read More
How to Make the Most out of a Small DVC Contract
One of the most important aspects of the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) is that its pricing is elastic. No matter your budget, you can find a resales contract that will suit your family’s needs. As you plan your purchase, however, you might wonder exactly what you’ll get for your money. It’s an understandable concern. Over a series of articles, we’ll … Read More
