Posts by Lauren De La Cruz
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 […]
Keep Reading >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 […]
Keep Reading >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 […]
Keep Reading >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 […]
Keep Reading >Which EPCOT Resort Is Best For You?
The common advice for choosing a DVC home resort is to buy where you want to stay. If you love spending time in EPCOT or Hollywood Studios, the Beach Club, BoardWalk, or Riviera are great options for home resorts, but how do you choose from among the three of them? It all depends on your priorities. […]
Keep Reading >Which Monorail Resort Is Right For You?
For many Disney World fans, the iconic monorail is one of the best ways to get around. If the monorail is a must for you, the Grand Floridian, Polynesian, and Bay Lake Tower are the great DVC resort home resorts! If you’re doing your research and trying to figure out which one of these resorts […]
Keep Reading >Guide to the Terrace Gardens at the Polynesian Island Tower
One of the unique amenities at the Polynesian Island Tower are the terrace gardens. There are four of these viewing areas within the tower, and they are exclusive to guests staying at the Island Tower since the elevators are only accessible with a magic band or key to the world card. Here’s a look at where […]
Keep Reading >Which Areas Are Considered Preferred at Saratoga Springs?
Saratoga Springs is one of the largest DVC resorts. It is made up of 5 sections (excluding the Treehouse Villas): The Carousel, Congress Park, The Grandstand, The Paddock, and The Springs. These sections are categorized into Standard or Preferred. When you book a room at Saratoga Springs, you’ll choose between Standard or Preferred, but which […]
Keep Reading >Riviera Tower Studio vs. Polynesian Island Tower Duo Studio
When Riviera was established, it included a new DVC room type: the Tower Studio. Smaller than the traditional Deluxe Studio, it accommodates up to 2 adults plus a child under the age of 3. The popularity of the Tower Studio led to the inclusion of a similar room type at the Polynesian Island Tower: the […]
Keep Reading >Room Requests at Disney’s Old Key West
While not guaranteed, room requests can help increase your odds of staying where you prefer within a resort. When you check in online or via the My Disney Experience app for your Old Key West stay, you’re given a few different options. There are some broad requests, such as ground floor, high floor, near bus […]
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