Posts by Lauren De La Cruz

Which Disney World DVC Resorts Have the Best Fireworks Views?

Disney vacations are always magical, but perhaps there is no more magical way to end your day than with fireworks from your resort–even better when you can see them from your room!  Here’s a look at which Disney World DVC resorts have fireworks views and how to best enjoy them. Which Resorts Have Specific Theme […]

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What Are the Best DVC Home Resorts When You Don’t Care About the 11-Month Window?

Conventional wisdom for DVC is that it works best when you use your points to plan trips well in advance. Since DVC booking windows open up at 11-months out from check-in, that is when room availability is best.  However, if you don’t have much of a preference and love staying at any of the DVC […]

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What to Love About the Grand Floridian Deluxe Studio

The Grand Floridian lives up to its name with its grandiose lobby and elegant decor, and it often has a reputation for being stuffy.  However, it’s actually one of my favorite resorts, even as someone who typically books Deluxe Studios and travels with a toddler.  Beyond the beautiful furnishings, here’s why the Grand Floridian Deluxe […]

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Which DVC Contracts Hold Their Value Best?

Disney Vacation Club is unusual for a timeshare program in that contracts actually hold their value well.  Some DVC contracts have even appreciated in value over the years.  Here’s a look at what types of contracts tend to retain their value best. Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel The Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel […]

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What to Know About Right of First Refusal (ROFR)

When you purchase a DVC resale contract, it has to go through right of first refusal (ROFR).  This review process happens after the seller and prospective buyer agree to a sales price. With ROFR, Disney Vacation Club has the opportunity to purchase a resale contract at the price and terms that the seller and prospective […]

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Surprising Things DVC Members Learn After Joining

There’s so much to learn about Disney Vacation Club!  Even after becoming a Member, you’ll find that you continue to learn things you didn’t know.   Cash and Point Room Inventories Are Not the Same A common point of confusion for newer DVC Members is when they don’t see availability for a certain room when checking […]

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Beach Club Villas: 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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What Are the Differences Between Cash Stays and DVC Stays?

Before becoming a DVC Member, you likely booked cash stays to stay at the Disney resorts.  While booking stays with your points is easy, and the DVC resorts offer fantastic accommodations with added amenities like kitchenettes and kitchens, there are a few things that will differ between those cash stays and stays booked with your […]

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Best Spots to Work Remotely Among the DVC Resorts

There’s the saying “make your vacation your vocation,” but sometimes you just need to get some work done during your Disney World vacation.  If you are looking for space beyond your DVC villa, you’ll find several great quiet spots for remote work. The Breezeway at the Beach Club You’ll find this sitting room on the […]

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Strategies for Booking the DVC Reservation You Want

As a timeshare, DVC is intended to book to capacity, which makes availability much tighter than that of cash stays.  Here are some ways to help increase your chances of booking the DVC reservation you want. At a Glance: Always book your home resort first. Set waitlists as early as possible. Plan ahead for split […]

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