Posts by Lauren De La Cruz

Is a Riviera Resale Contract Right for You?

At first glance, a Riviera resale contract may give you pause. After all, Riviera resale contracts are restricted. This means that you can only use Riviera resale points for stays at Riviera. While this limitation may deter some prospective buyers, a Riviera resale contract can be a good value for some. A Long Deed Although […]

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New Lounge, Shopping, and Dining Announced for the BoardWalk!

Exciting news for BoardWalk fans: Disney has just announced some new additions that will likely take over the former locations of Jellyrolls, the Promenade Fine Art Gallery, and Big River Grille & Brewing Works! From a new lounge to more dining, here’s what you can look forward to at the BoardWalk.   Hurly-Burly Lounge Adding to […]

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How Does Lakeshore Lodge’s Pool Compare to the Beach Club’s?

The Beach Club’s Stormalong Bay has long been considered by many guests to be the best pool on Disney World property. The 3-acre pool complex features a 230-foot-long shipwreck-themed waterslide, lazy river, sandy bottom, and whirlpool spas. However, based on newly announced details, The Wetlands pool area at Lakeshore Lodge, the latest DVC Resort that […]

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How to Make the Most of a Small DVC Contract

Small DVC contracts of 100 points or less are a great way to dip your toe into using DVC points, or they can make for the perfect add-on contracts if you are already a DVC Member. If you are wondering what you can do with a small contract, here are some strategies to make the […]

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Is Animal Kingdom Villas the Best DVC Resort for Kids?

Disney World is one of the most kid-friendly vacation destinations, and each of the resorts has wonderful amenities for kids of all ages. However, with the combined amenities of both Jambo House and Kidani Village, Animal Kingdom Villas may just be the best DVC resort when you’re traveling with kids. The Savannas If your child […]

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What Impacts the Price of a DVC Resale Contract?

Whether you are looking to sell your DVC contract or you’re trying to better understand pricing as a potential buyer of a DVC contract, here are some of the factors that influence the price of a DVC resale contract.   Home Resort Pricing varies from resort to resort, largely due to supply and demand. More popular […]

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Copper Creek: How Much More Can You Get with a Resale Contract?

If you’re browsing this website, you probably already know that you can save thousands of dollars on a resale DVC contract compared to buying one directly through Disney. Beyond these savings, another way to measure the difference in value between a resale contract and a direct one is the number of points you can purchase […]

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New Details on Lakeshore Lodge: Number of Rooms, Resale Restrictions, and More!

Disney’s recent filing with the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation has given us a little more information on Lakeshore Lodge, the upcoming DVC Resort. Located along Bay Lake right next to Fort Wilderness, Lakeshore Lodge is projected to open in 2027. Here’s what the filing revealed about the resort. How Many Rooms Will […]

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Add-on Contracts: Should You Match Your Use Years?

When searching for that perfect DVC add-on contract, a common question that comes up is: Do I need to match my Use Year? After all, when you find a great contract that just happens to have a different Use Year from your existing contract, it can be really tempting to go for it. However, the […]

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Should You Buy a 2042 DVC Contract?

The oldest DVC Resorts have deeds that expire in 2042. This includes: Beach Club BoardWalk Boulder Ridge Hilton Head Old Key West Vero Beach These resorts have a lower price per point and lower points charts than many newer resorts. However, with only about 15 years left on these deeds, does it still make sense […]

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