Posts by Lauren De La Cruz

Why Buy Multiple Small DVC Contracts Instead of One Large One?

DVC contracts come in all sizes, ranging from 25 points to well over 500 points.  Besides figuring out how many points you may need, it’s worth considering whether you want one large contract or multiple small contracts.  Is there an advantage to having multiple small DVC contracts instead of having one large contract? Multiple Home […]

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Are Boulder Ridge and Copper Creek the Best Kept Secrets?

When you want to stay close to the Magic Kingdom, you may picture Bay Lake Tower, the Grand Floridian, or the Polynesian.  These resorts along the monorail loop are among the most popular resorts.  However, if the Magic Kingdom is your favorite theme park, these aren’t your only options.  Though sometimes overlooked, Boulder Ridge and […]

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Can DVC Work If You Don’t Plan in Advance?

The common advice you’ll hear from DVC Members is that DVC works best when you can plan your vacations far in advance.  After all, DVC Members can book as early as 11-months out from their check-in date.  If you don’t plan your trips at 11-months out, can DVC still work for you?  It can, but […]

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Bonus Points DVC Listings: More Points and No Dues for 2025!

For a limited time, DVC Resale Market is offering bonus listings!  These listings have no annual dues to pay for 2025 and come with full points for 2025!  For example, a 175-point October Use Year Copper Creek contract has 175 points for 2025, 2026, and 2027.  So what can you do with all those extra […]

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Animal Kingdom 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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5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a DVC Contract

When you’re first learning about DVC, it can be a bit overwhelming. If you’re wondering where to start, sometimes it helps to start with the basics. Here are 5 questions to help understand if DVC can work well for you and help narrow down which resorts may work best for you. 1. Are You Happy […]

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Disney Cruise Line Announces Itineraries for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027

Let’s set sail!  Disney Cruise Line has just announced its itineraries for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.  With sailings departing from California, Texas, Florida, and beyond, here are all the details to know before bookings open.    When Can You Book Your Fall 2026/Spring 2027 Disney Cruise? Disney Cruise Line Castaway Members and other select […]

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Saratoga Springs: How Much More Can You Get with a Resale Contract?

If you’re browsing the DVC Resale Market 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 […]

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Fun DVC Split Stay Combinations to Try

Split stays are a good way to try out more than one resort in a single trip!  For example, you can combine a Magic Kingdom resort with an EPCOT resort to be close to the different theme parks throughout your trip.  You can also stay at more than one resort to enjoy different theming and […]

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The Best Times to Book a DVC Stay at Disney World

Once you have your DVC contract and your points are loaded, it’s so exciting to book a stay!  When it comes to getting the most out of your points, when you travel makes a big difference in how many points per night are needed.  Here’s a look at some of the best travel periods to […]

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