Posts by David Mumpower

DVC Delivers Excellent News about the Polynesian

on December 7, 2023

Santa Claus has come early for many Disney Vacation Club members. I have an essential update about a DVC monorail resort, and you’re gonna love it. DVC just delivered the best possible news about the expansion tower coming to Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.  Disney Will Add the New Inventory to the Current Association Since […]

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What’s the Difference Between DVC Villas and Disney Direct Rooms?

on December 5, 2023

My friends know me as an evangelist for all things Disney and for the Disney Vacation Club program. Since most people inevitably wind up at Walt Disney World and/or Disneyland at some point in their lives, they share a working of knowledge of hotel rooms. So, they’ll ask me whether DVC Studios and Villas differ […]

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Disney Vacation Club Introduced 2025 Point Chart

on December 1, 2023

The Disney Vacation Club has released its 2025 Points Chart. Those of you who like reliability, consistency, and efficiency will love it. I’m happy to report that the 2025 DVC Points Charts look a lot like the ones for 2024. Here’s what we know. DVC Maintains Maximum of Seven Travel Periods Veteran DVC members remember […]

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How to Make DVC Room Requests

on November 27, 2023

Here’s something all Disney Vacation Club members have in common. We all book DVC hotel rooms! Sure, we choose different room types, room sizes, and DVC resorts, but the core commonality remains. Sometimes, we want a bit more control over our hotel room. While DVC doesn’t guarantee flexibility with room assignments, it does allow room […]

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Where to Eat at Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa

on November 24, 2023

When we’ve discussed previous Disney Vacation Club resorts, the onsite restaurants were typically the best dining options. Now, we’ll talk about a place where that’s not quite true. Here’s where you should eat when you stay at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. Quick Service and Lounges Let’s start by acknowledging the obvious. You’re always […]

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Let’s Talk Thanksgiving Week Disney Dining

on November 17, 2023

Are you spending Thanksgiving Week at Walt Disney World? Those DVC members fortunate to do so will discover a treasure trove of holiday dining options, including every kind of turkey imaginable. Let’s talk about your Thanksgiving Week Disney dining options. Where to Eat Thanksgiving Dinner at the Parks  As usual, you’ll find plenty of theme […]

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Jollywood Nights Debuts at Hollywood Studios

on November 14, 2023

Disney’s Hollywood Studios tried something new this year. The park hosted a new after-hours ticketed event called Disney Jollywood Nights.  I realize many of you have taken a wait-and-see approach to the event. So, here’s a realistic evaluation of the event and whether it’s worth your time and money. What Is Disney Jollywood Nights? You […]

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Christmas Begins at the Grand Floridian and Other DVC Favorites

on November 13, 2023

The Disney Vacation Club’s Christmas season unofficially started! While Disney claims the event won’t begin for another few days, one domino has already fallen, with another coming soon. Let’s talk about the 2023 DVC holiday season! The Gingerbread Store Opens at the Grand Floridian Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa took a slightly different approach […]

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Tips for Saving on DVC Membership Dues

on November 6, 2023

You’ve got approximately six weeks of shopping days until Christmas, which is stressful enough on its own. Then, assuming you’re anything like me, you’ll face the concern that you’ve overspent on your holiday shopping. For Disney Vacation Club members, this worry is that much worse because we all know what’s lurking in mid-January. That’s when […]

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runDisney Announces 2024 and 2025 Races

on November 1, 2023

I’ve got great news, runDisney fans! Disney just announced the dates for its 2024 and 2025 runDisney events. So, let’s talk fun runs! What Is runDisney? You’re likely familiar with runDisney by now, even if you’ve never participated in one. During these runDisney events, Disney opens its parks early, but it’s not for guests to […]

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