DVC Point Charts – Vacation Inflation Insurance
For years, Walt Disney World Resort guests would be hard-pressed to not come across the company’s conspicuous catchphrase, “Disney’s Best-Kept Secret.” It was a reference of course to the Disney Vacation Club. What truly is Disney’s ‘Best-Kept Secret,’ however, isn’t the club itself. Rather, it’s “vacation inflation insurance” that comes with the relatively unknown or […]
Keep Reading >History of DVC the Theme Park Era
In the previous History of the Disney Vacation Club article, I discussed the unlikely series of events that led to the creation of Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa. This time, I’ll talk about DVC’s biggest year ever, 2007. Four of the resorts you love connect back to 2007. Here’s how. A Brief History of […]
Keep Reading >Which DVC Resorts Often Have Availability
Are you an impulsive vacationer? For those of us who love the unplanned weekend getaway, the Disney Vacation Club can pose problems. In a perfect world, DVC wants its members to book reservations well ahead of time. It helps Disney staff its properties and stock its restaurants/shops efficiently. Sometimes, you may not decide to go […]
Keep Reading >What Are the Best Resorts for DVC Villas
Sometimes, Disney Vacation Club members want to stretch out. A washer/dryer and full-sized kitchen in the hotel room would be nice as well. Thankfully, Disney designed the DVC program to accommodate all needs. Some guests are fine staying in a Tower Studio. Others prefer lots of square footage and amenities. Presuming you fall into the […]
Keep Reading >What Are the Best DVC Amenities Overall?
Over the past few months, I’ve debated the best reason to visit all of DVC’s resorts. It’s a divisive topic with no right or wrong answers. Whatever you like the best is all that matters. Still, we should acknowledge that some DVC resort options have proven so great that they’ve elevated the overall appeal of […]
Keep Reading >Which DVC Resorts Book the Fastest?
One of the mantras of Disney Vacation Club ownership is that you should buy where you intend to stay. We believe this philosophy because we know from experience that some of the best DVC properties can and do sell out before the seven-month window opens. Which DVC resorts book the fastest? Let’s examine the likely […]
Keep Reading >Where Should You Eat at Animal Kingdom Villas
When you stay at any Disney Vacation Club resort at Walt Disney World, you’re certain to eat well. Still, some properties would earn a spot on the average “Best of…” list. Today, we’ll talk about one such location. Here’s where you should eat at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas. Quick Service and Lounges Longtime DVC members […]
Keep Reading >What DVC Members Love About Animal Kingdom Lodge
If you were to ask Disney Vacation Club Members what the most unique resort is, most of them would definitely say Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge! This resort gives Members the option of two slightly different stays – Jambo House (DVC Villas in the main building of Animal Kingdom Lodge) and Kidani Village (a standalone DVC […]
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