Add-on Contracts: Should You Match Your Use Years?
When searching for that perfect DVC add-on contract, a common question that comes up is: Do I need to match my Use Year? After all, when you find a great contract that just happens to have a different Use Year from your existing contract, it can be really tempting to go for it. However, the […]
Keep Reading >Should You Buy a 2042 DVC Contract?
The oldest DVC Resorts have deeds that expire in 2042. This includes: Beach Club BoardWalk Boulder Ridge Hilton Head Old Key West Vero Beach These resorts have a lower price per point and lower points charts than many newer resorts. However, with only about 15 years left on these deeds, does it still make sense […]
Keep Reading >What Is the Transient Occupancy Tax
If you’re planning a Disney Vacation Club stay at resorts like Aulani or The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, you may notice an additional fee called the Transient Occupancy Tax. For some Guests, this charge can come as a surprise, especially if they’ve never encountered it during previous Disney vacations. Here’s what the Transient Occupancy Tax […]
Keep Reading >You’re at Hilton Head. What Should You Do
Every Disney Vacation Club member has their favorites. Today, I’ll discuss one of mine. Let’s say that you’re at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort. What should you do? Head to the Beach House Let’s start with the one that everyone should and probably will do during a visit. Head to Disney’s Beach House, which is […]
Keep Reading >First-Time DVC Buyer Guide: What to Consider
You want to buy a Disney Vacation Club contract, but you’re feeling overwhelmed. I’ve been there. We have ALL been there. It’s a big step and a significant financial commitment. So, you want to get this decision right. Which factors should new DVC buyers consider? Here’s a helpful guide. What’s Your Price Range? Let’s start […]
Keep Reading >Booking the Cabins at Fort Wilderness: Availability, Demand & Tips
On July 1st, 2024, the Disney Vacation Club introduced its newest property, The Cabins at Fort Wilderness Resort. What’s odd about this resort is that its “rooms” are unlike any other in the DVC catalog. For this reason, the vacation strategies work a bit differently, too. So, let’s discuss booking at The Cabins at Fort […]
Keep Reading >Disney Lakeshore Lodge Opening Date Revealed
A nine-year plan finally comes together next year when the next Disney Vacation Club resort finally debuts. We just learned when Disney Lakeshore Lodge will make its long-anticipated arrival. Let’s discuss the details. The Circuitous History of Lakeshore Lodge At the 2018 Destination D23 event, Disney revealed its next big hotel project. At the time, […]
Keep Reading >When Is the Best Time to Book a Non-home Resort at Disney World?
When it comes to DVC, it’s true that many will advise you to buy where you want to stay, but it’s still fun to try out a non-home resort every now and then. The ability to reserve a stay at a non-home resort at the 0-7 month booking window will heavily depend on what type […]
Keep Reading >Let’s Discuss the 500 Fee
Disney Vacation Club added a new rule at the start of 2026. As is typically the case with such changes, the new rule forces Disney fans to pay more money for the same services. So, yes, we’re all a bit grouchy about this one. Let’s discuss the $500 fee on DVC contracts. What’s This Fee? […]
Keep Reading >How Should You Approach 2042 Contract Years in 2026
I recently heard a DVC member joke that as often as they borrowed points, their de facto Expiration Year is 2041. Of course, they’re referencing the fact that the first wave of Disney Vacation Club contracts expires in January 2042. However, when you borrow all your points before that, well, you might as well admit […]
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