Posts by David Mumpower
What You Need to Know About the Riviera Resort
For the first time since 2004, The Walt Disney Company has introduced a primarily Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resort in Orlando. Yes, Disney’s Riviera Resort has finally opened. Here’s what you need to know now that it’s been open for a couple of weeks. The Décor I didn’t major in Art History, so I feel […]
Keep Reading >How to Approach a Christmas Week Visit to Walt Disney World
So, you’ve decided to spend this week at Walt Disney World. I certainly admire your ambition. Christmas week is historically the busiest tourism period for Central Florida, and the arrival of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge has added some extra oomph in 2019. You’re gonna need a plan, my friends. Here’s a guide on how to […]
Keep Reading >5 Reasons to Buy a DVC at Boulder Ridge and 2 Reasons to Look Elsewhere
The Disney Vacation Club (DVC) operates 15 different resorts and has two more that will debut over the next few years. With so many options for your Home Resort, you will likely wonder which one is best. In this continuing series, we discuss the pros and cons of each one. This time, we’re heading over […]
Keep Reading >How the Star Wars Rise of the Resistance Attraction Impacts Your Next Visit
While Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge blew our minds on day one, everyone knew that the themed land wasn’t finished. Disney originally intended to open Black Spire Outpost with two attractions, but only one was ready on schedule. On December 5th, Disney finally introduced Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance to the public. It’s a mind-blowing […]
Keep Reading >DVC Resale Market’s Disney Parks News for December 2019
Well, we’re down to the last month of 2019. As a new decade approaches, Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members have plenty of cause for excitement. In recent days, we’ve learned about a new resort, witnessed the debut of Disney+, and watched holiday decorations pop up at our favorite hotels. Disney’s had an unusually hectic month. […]
Keep Reading >Epcot International Festival of the Holidays 2019
Sadly, the most recent edition of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival has come to a close. November 23rd marked the final day for 2019. Thankfully, it’ll be back next August. However, Disney already has the next Epcot event ready to start. Here’s everything that you need to know about the Epcot International Festival […]
Keep Reading >5 Reasons to Buy into DVC with Bay Lake Tower and 2 Reasons to Look Elsewhere
With 15 resorts available in the Disney Vacation Club (DVC) lineup, you may feel overwhelmed with choice. You want to spend your hard-earned money on the best possible DVC resort. After all, you’ll spend countless days there over the next few decades. I want to aid you with your decision-making. So, I’ve started this series […]
Keep Reading >Everything You Need to Know about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2019
While Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party grabs most of the headlines, it has a less-heralded sibling. Every November, when Disney puts away the spooky decorations, Magic Kingdom switches into Christmas mode. The park still hosts a ticketed party on many evenings, too. Here’s everything you need to know about Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2019. What […]
Keep Reading >DVC Resale Market’s Disney Parks News for November 2019
The Walt Disney Company wants you to be its guest at a new hotel lounge, the Disney Skyliner suffers an oopsie, DVC aids our four-legged friends, Moonlight Magic 2020 dates are official, and telephone dining reservations are no longer preferable at Walt Disney World. It’s been an interesting month for Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members […]
Keep Reading >5 Reasons to Buy a DVC at Grand Californian and 2 Reasons to Look Elsewhere
The Disney Vacation Club (DVC) program provides an embarrassment of riches to its members. Owners have so many different options for resort stays that the choices may seem overwhelming. This DVC series attempts to alleviate some of that stress by evaluating the merits of each participating property. This time, we’re heading west. Here are five […]
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