Why Do DVC Members Purchase Add-on Contracts?

DVC contracts are a considerably large purchase, and the contracts last for many years with anywhere from 16 to 49 years left on them, depending on the home resort.  So why is it so common for DVC Members to purchase another contract and add on more points? More Stays or Longer Stays Many DVC Members […]

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Where Can You Learn More About DVC?

Perhaps you heard about Disney Vacation Club from the kiosks throughout the Disney theme parks and resorts, or maybe you started looking into DVC while combating the “post-Disney blues” after coming back from a recent trip.  Either way, DVC is a big purchase, so it’s important to do your research before buying a contract.  Here […]

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Bay Lake Tower Update: What’s the Status of the Refurbishment?

The long-awaited full refurbishment of Bay Lake Tower is already underway, and some renovated rooms are already available for guests!  As of March 2025, where is the refurbishment and what can guests expect this spring? Which Rooms Have Been Refurbed? The rooms on the 7th floor and higher on the south side of Bay Lake […]

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Best Accommodations for Trips with Larger Parties

DVC is even better when you can share it with loved ones!  If the more the merrier is your motto, here are some great DVC room types for travel parties of 8 or more. For the Most Space The largest accommodations among the DVC resorts are the Three Bedroom Grand Villas.  Depending on the resort, […]

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Practical Tips for the Prospective DVC Member

Whenever someone says that they’re interested in DVC, I like to advise that they take their time and do their research.  While there are the obvious questions like figuring out how much DVC costs, how many points you need for the kinds of trips you want, and which resort may make the best home resort […]

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Pros and Cons of DVC Deluxe Studios

With the capacity to accommodate up to 4 or 5 guests, Deluxe Studios are typically the most popular DVC room type to book.  Besides being the least amount of points, they are available at nearly every DVC resort except for the Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness.  Here are the pros and cons of DVC Deluxe […]

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Which DVC Restaurants Will Your Kids Love?

Have your theme park habits evolved since you joined the Disney Vacation Club program? I know that mine have. Before I became a member, I’d spend every waking hour at the parks, trying to squeeze every minute of magic from my vacation.  Nowadays, I enjoy hanging out at DVC resorts nearly as much as riding […]

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How Long Does It Take to Break Even on a Bay Lake Tower Resale Contract?

DVC resale contracts can save you thousands of dollars compared to buying a contract directly through Disney, but how long does it take for you to break even on your purchase compared to cash stays through Disney?  Let’s walk through an example with a Bay Lake Tower resale contract.   What Does a Resale Contract Cost? […]

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Which DVC Resorts Are Being Refurbished in 2025?

At the most recent DVC condo association meetings, DVC Members received some exciting updates on their home resorts, including refurbishment news!  If you are planning a Disney trip in 2025, here are the DVC resorts that will be undergoing renovations. Bay Lake Tower Bay Lake Tower is already in the midst of its very first […]

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Why Bay Lake Tower May Go Up in Value Soon

With all of the Polynesian Island Tower news lately, it’s easy to forget about its monorail loop neighbor, Bay Lake Tower.  However, a few recent updates for Bay Lake Tower may push its price per point up in the near future. Push from Direct Incentives Among the recent incentives from DVC were sales on a […]

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