Posts by David Mumpower
Why Guests Stay at the Grand Californian
Every Disney Vacation Club resort will take your breath away with its beauty. Even by those standards, a few of them tower above the rest, though. You’ll find one at Disneyland Resort, and you’ve likely wondered why this place receives so much hype. So, why do DVC members stay at The Villas at Disney’s Californian […]
Keep Reading >Disney Announces Big Audio-Animatronic Changes
Walt Disney World was so excited to reveal big changes that it rolled out tons of news at 6 a.m. this morning. Specifically, Disney announced big Audio-Animatronic changes. Let’s discuss the state-of-the-art robotics coming to some attractions. Meet Benjamin Clawhauser November will unofficially be Zootopia month at Disney. On November 26th, Zootopia 2 will debut […]
Keep Reading >Which DVC Resorts Offer the Best Views
When you join the Disney Vacation Club, you’ll quickly discover yourself spending more time in and around your hotel room. There’s a reason for that. Once a Cast Member welcomes you home for the first time, that’s how you’ll perceive your surroundings. You’ll relish hanging out in your hotel room, partially because of what you […]
Keep Reading >2025 DVC Refurbishments Continue
We knew heading into 2025 that this would be a big year for Disney Vacation Club refurbishments. As we all remember, DVC had no choice but to delay various renovations during the pandemic. So, they’ve been stacked ever since then, with Disney desperately trying to catch up. To the company’s credit, it has made excellent […]
Keep Reading >Disney Reveals the 2025 Candlelight Processional Lineup
A holiday tradition dating back to the 1950s will return to Disney theme parks this year. Even better, we just learned the names of all the celebrities who will attend. Yes, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at EPCOT, as Disney has revealed the 2025 Candlelight Processional lineup of narrators. Let’s discuss the […]
Keep Reading >Let’s Discuss the Booking Options at Fort Wilderness
Virtually every Disney Vacation Club resort features several Room Types, all of which delight members with their specific quirks. I used to say, “Every Disney Vacation Club resort,” though. I can’t anymore because of the property we’ll talk about today. Let’s discuss the booking option at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort. It’s a Cabin, and you’re […]
Keep Reading >No Riviera Resort Visit Is Complete Without…
Every Disney Vacation Club resort will overwhelm you in the best possible way. You’ll discover so much to see and do during your trip that you’ll face paralysis analysis. Don’t worry! We’re here to help by suggesting how to spend your time at one of DVC’s hottest new resorts. While you’re there, you’ll quickly learn […]
Keep Reading >How DVC Membership Evolves over Time
How long have you been a Disney Vacation Club member? I ask because the answer goes a long way in telling me the types of DVC vacations you take. While every owner is different, some generalities exist, which I know because I’ve been reading your comments here since I started writing here in 2016. And […]
Keep Reading >Disney to Restore Cinderella Castle’s Classic Look at Magic Kingdom After D23 2025 Reveal
History won’t remember Destination D23 2025 as a seminal Disney event like D23 2024. Still, The Walt Disney Company announced several more park updates coming soon, including a regal change at Magic Kingdom. Cinderella Castle will go back to the future. Here’s what you need to know. The Castle Goes Retro Walt Disney World opened […]
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