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
6 Reasons to Love Saratoga Springs
I recently spent two nights at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa and I think that if you haven’t stayed here before (or not for a while) you are missing out on a wonderful DVC experience! Here are six reasons I think you will love Saratoga Springs. 1) The Relaxing Atmosphere Saratoga Springs is themed around a town by 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
Epcot Festival Roundup: What to Expect from all Four Festivals
Epcot’s first festival took place back in 1994 when the International Flower and Garden Festival was inaugurated. It’s twenty-four years later and sample-sized food, musical performances, and special events abound as Epcot now hosts FOUR different festivals throughout the year! I’ve been able to visit each of the festivals in the past year or so, and I love each one … Read More
Arrival Night Hotels to Save Your DVC Points
When I use my prized DVC points for a stay at Walt Disney World, I want to be able to make the most of each day at my resort. Sometimes I have to travel later in the day and can’t get to Disney World until dinner time or later, though. In these situations, I like to save my points and stay somewhere … Read More
The Best DVC Resorts for Each Walt Disney World Park
Anyone who has spent much time at Walt Disney World knows that transportation between your resort and the parks can take up several hours each day. Of course it is always easier and faster to stay close to your favorite park, so here are the best Disney Vacation Club resorts based on location and transportation! Magic Kingdom – Bay Lake … 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
A Non-Runner’s Guide to runDisney
Do you love to run? I, for one, do not. In fact, I can accurately say that I hate to run. When my husband decided to participate in the Fairy Tale Challenge at this year’s Princess Half Marathon, I imagined that I would get to sleep in and lounge by the pool while he woke up hours before dawn to … Read More
The 6 Best DVC Resort Gift Shops
Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members aren’t like regular Disney guests. We visit the Most Magical Place on Earth so regularly that sometimes we don’t even need to spend the day at a theme park. We know that the resort amenities are so wonderful that hanging out on the hotel grounds is a viable way to pass the day. And one … Read More
How to RunDisney with DVC
Every time I visit Walt Disney World with my family, I try to do something new. This can be tricky when you’re a Disney Vacation Club member because, well, you visit WDW a lot! If you need a change and a new challenge, try one of the many runDisney events offered throughout the year. Each year, runDisney hosts the Walt … Read More
