Posts by Lauren De La Cruz

How to Make Sure You Use Every Last DVC Point

Every DVC point is precious, and to make the most of your DVC membership, you want to use each and every point.  Here are some ways to ensure you don’t let any DVC points expire before you can use them! Plan Your Point Use in Advance In general, DVC works best when you plan in […]

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Which DVC Resorts Are Being Refurbished in 2025?

At the most recent DVC condo association meetings, DVC Members received some exciting updates on their home resorts, including refurbishment news!  If you are planning a Disney trip in 2025, here are the DVC resorts that will be undergoing renovations. Bay Lake Tower Bay Lake Tower is already in the midst of its very first […]

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DVC Resale Market Trends: What to Watch for in 2025

As 2024 comes to an end, it’s time to look forward to 2025.  Whether you are looking to become a DVC Member in 2025 or you are eyeing that next add-on contract, here are some predicted trends for the DVC resale market to watch for in the year ahead.   Polynesian While the Polynesian saw significant […]

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Menu Revealed for Wailulu Bar & Grill at the Polynesian Island Tower

Get ready for some exciting new dishes at the Polynesian when Wailulu Bar & Grill opens at the new Island Tower on December 17!  With its name influenced by the Hawaiian words “wai” for water and “lulu” for calm, the restaurant is located along the shores of the Seven Seas Lagoon.   Wailulu Bar & Grill […]

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Pros and Cons of the Riviera Tower Studio

Unique to Riviera are the Tower Studios.  At 255 square feet, these studios are smaller than the usual Deluxe Studios and sleep up to 2 adults plus a child under the age of 3.  Let’s take a look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of staying in a Tower Studio.   Pros Low Points At […]

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Pros and Cons of Standard Inside Staterooms on the Disney Wish

On the Disney Wish, there are four main room categories: Concierge, Verandah, Oceanview, and Inside.  If you’re about to book a cruise on the Disney Wish, read on to learn more about Standard Inside Staterooms to see if they are a good fit for you and your travel party.   Pros Cheaper Room Category As the […]

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Comparing the Different Types of DVC Studios

Studios are typically the most popular type of accommodation to book at the DVC resorts.  They are available at every DVC resort except for The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, and they cost the least number of points.  However, there are now a few different types of Studios, including Deluxe, Resort, and […]

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Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge to Open in 2027

Disney has just announced that a new Disney Vacation Club resort is on the horizon: Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge is projected to open in 2027!  This new resort will be built on the land between Fort Wilderness and Wilderness Lodge that was originally cleared for Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge. What Was Reflections? In October […]

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Why Do People Sell Their DVC Contracts?

If so many people enjoy Disney Vacation Club so much, why do some sell their DVC contracts?  Well, oftentimes people sell their contracts for reasons that have nothing to do with dissatisfaction with DVC. For Home Resort Advantage For some people, selling their contract allows them to purchase a contract at a different home resort.  […]

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Navigating the DVC Resale Market: Tips for New Buyers

So you’ve decided that DVC is right for you, and now it’s time to search for the perfect contract!  What should you know when browsing the resale contract listings?  Here are some tips for new buyers as they navigate the resale market for the first time. Check the Latest Market Trends As a new buyer, […]

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