Posts by Lauren De La Cruz
Why Purchase a DVC Contract with Resale Restrictions?
With resale restrictions, DVC Members with resale contracts at Riviera, the Villas at Disneyland Hotel, the Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, and any future DVC resort can only use those points at their home resort. For example, points from a Riviera resale contract can only be used to book stays at Riviera. Despite these […]
Keep Reading >Comparing Polynesian Accommodations: Two Bedroom Villa, Bungalow, or Penthouse Villa
With the addition of the Island Tower to the Polynesian, DVC Members have more room types to choose from. If you have more than 5 guests, the Bora Bora Bungalows are no longer the only other option. The Island Tower adds One Bedroom Villas, Two Bedroom Villas, and even a Two Bedroom Penthouse Villa. When […]
Keep Reading >4 Reasons to Buy a DVC Contract at a 2042 Resort
With each year that passes, 2042 doesn’t seem as far away as it once did, and some people feel that DVC contracts with a 2042 expiration date are just too short. These include contracts for Boulder Ridge, Beach Club, BoardWalk, Vero Beach, Hilton Head, and some for Old Key West. However, there are a few […]
Keep Reading >How Long Does It Take to Break Even on an Old Key West Extended Contract?
DVC resale contracts can save you thousands of dollars compared to buying a contract directly through Disney, but how long does it take for you to break even on your purchase compared to cash stays through Disney? Let’s walk through an example with an Old Key West extended resale contract. Extended Old Key West contracts […]
Keep Reading >Why the Polynesian Makes a Great Home Resort
With the opening of the Island Tower, there is a lot of excitement around the Polynesian Villas & Bungalows lately. However, beyond the new rooms in the tower addition, there are many reasons why the Polynesian makes a great DVC home resort. Prime Location for Views and Transportation On a practical level, there is only […]
Keep Reading >Universal Epic Universe to Open on May 22, 2025
Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park, Epic Universe, is going to open on May 22, 2025! This addition immerses guests into five different worlds with exciting new attractions and experiences: Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Ministry of Magic™, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and […]
Keep Reading >Tips for Booking at Non-Home Resorts
Whether you are ready to visit a different destination like Hilton Head, Vero Beach, or Aulani, or you just want to try another DVC resort at Disney World or Disneyland, booking something other than your home resort can be a fun way to change things up. With DVC, you can’t use your points to book […]
Keep Reading >Why Bay Lake Tower May Go Up in Value Soon
With all of the Polynesian Island Tower news lately, it’s easy to forget about its monorail loop neighbor, Bay Lake Tower. However, a few recent updates for Bay Lake Tower may push its price per point up in the near future. Push from Direct Incentives Among the recent incentives from DVC were sales on a […]
Keep Reading >What I Got Wrong About DVC
Five years since becoming a DVC Member, I can already look back at so many wonderful memories from the Disney trips I’ve been able to take with my points. From the first DVC trip where my husband and I got engaged to our son’s first trip to Disney World last year, it’s all been quite […]
Keep Reading >How Long Does It Take to Break Even on a Saratoga Springs Resale Contract?
DVC resale contracts can save you thousands of dollars compared to buying a contract directly through Disney, but how long does it take for you to break even on your purchase compared to cash stays through Disney? Let’s walk through an example with a Saratoga Springs resale contract. What Does a Resale Contract Cost? At […]
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