Posts by Lauren De La Cruz

A New Fort Wilderness Pool Is Coming Soon

The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness is the newest DVC resort, and soon it will have a brand new pool!  Here’s what we know about the project based on permits that Disney has filed with the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. Where Will the New Pool Be Located? The new zero-entry pool will be next […]

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Staying at the Polynesian Island Tower Duo Studio with a Toddler

The Duo Studios at the Polynesian Island Tower are the smallest room type at the Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.  They can sleep up to two adults. However, you are also allowed to include a child under the age of 3. With such a small space, how well does this work? Sleeping Arrangements Though the room may […]

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Incidental Benefits for New DVC Resale Members: How Much Do They Matter?

Whether you purchase your DVC contract directly through Disney or you purchase a resale contract, certain core elements of DVC membership remain the same, such as the ability to use your points to book stays at your home resort.  However, in recent years, Disney Vacation Club has placed resale restrictions on incidental benefits for new […]

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Best Places to Shop for DVC Merchandise

When you are a DVC Member, it’s fun to shop for DVC merchandise and wear it with pride!  Anyone can purchase DVC merchandise–you don’t have to be a Direct DVC Member to purchase it.  While there are plenty of clothes and souvenirs to be found throughout Disney World, Disneyland, and the DVC resorts, DVC-specific items […]

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What to Bring for Your DVC Villa

DVC villas are like a home away from home and have more amenities than what you’d find in a regular hotel room.  This includes kitchenettes or beverage centers in the Studios or full kitchens and washers and dryers in the One Bedroom Villas and larger  villas.  With amenities like these, there are some additional items […]

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Animal Kingdom Lodge: Tips for Your Savanna View Stay

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge offers one of the most unique amenities of any resort: Savanna View rooms that allow you to see the more than 200 animals that call Animal Kingdom Lodge home!  Savanna View rooms are a specific booking category and are available at both Jambo House and Kidani Village.  If you have a […]

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Bay Lake Tower: 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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Can You Combine Resale and Direct DVC Points?

Many DVC Members own a combination of direct and resale DVC points.  Having a hybrid Membership lets them have the perks of direct points while still taking advantage of the great savings of resale points.  As long as the contracts are deeded the same way and have the same Use Year, they would fall under […]

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Tips from a BoardWalk Villas Owner

The BoardWalk is easily my favorite DVC resort.  From its charming seaside theming and entertainment to its wonderful location near EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, the BoardWalk has a lot to love.  If you’re planning a stay at the BoardWalk, here are some tips on booking, getting around, and enjoying the resort. Know Which Rooms Book […]

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How Can DVC Member Services Help You?

DVC Members can do a lot on the DVC website from booking trips to banking points and adding the Disney Dining Plan, but there are some things that DVC Member Services can help with.  Whether you are a direct DVC Member or resale DVC Member, there are a few instances where it’s worth giving Member […]

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