Why DVC Members Stay at Beach Club Villas
Whenever I book a Disney Vacation Club resort, I feel a strange combination of joy, satisfaction, and frustration. I know that I’ll have a magical time during my visit, but the frustration comes from that vague feeling of opportunity cost. Once I choose my resort(s) for that trip, I feel a pang of sadness that […]
Keep Reading >How to Approach Holding Points
A strange thing happened to me in late October. I was mere days away from a stay at Disney’s Old Key West Resort, yet I hadn’t been medically cleared. My doctor didn’t provide me with the final authorization until the week of my visit. Had she advised me not to go, my DVC Points would […]
Keep Reading >You’re at the Grand Floridian. What Should You Do?
You’ll find dozens of activities at every Disney Vacation Club resort. In truth, that’s the genius of the program. Disney adds so much entertainment at each property that you may feel a bit overwhelmed. It’s a classic case of analysis paralysis, but I’m here to help! When you’re staying at The Villas Disney’s Grand Floridian […]
Keep Reading >Is the Grand Floridian the Best Post-Cruise DVC Resort?
For many Disney fans, planning a trip that combines a Disney cruise and a Disney World vacation is the best of both worlds! Disney cruises tend to offer a more laid back vacation and leave guests feeling rather pampered compared to a typical Disney World vacation that is jam-packed with theme park adventures. If you’re […]
Keep Reading >What to Expect at DVC in 2025
The Walt Disney Company enters a transitional phase in 2025. Disney theme parks will close some classic attractions and replace them with updated experiences. These changes are essential to the upcoming $60 billion theme park expansion happening over the next decade. For this reason, the Disney Vacation Club’s 2025 plans seem a bit less ambitious […]
Keep Reading >DVC Revises Rules for Point Transfers
One of the many ways in which DVC offers flexibility is through point transfers. With a transfer, DVC Members can essentially send their DVC points to another DVC Member who can then use the points as their own. This can be a great option for Members who wish to pool their points with friends or […]
Keep Reading >Why DVC Is a Good Buy in 2025
The topic of Disney Vacation Club ownership comes up often around here since we’re in the business of DVC. However, I’m a freelancer who technically doesn’t work for the company, even though you’ve been reading me here for many years. So, mine is a relatively unbiased opinion. As a rule, I studiously avoid providing advice […]
Keep Reading >A Closer Look at the Latest Polynesian Points Chart
With the addition of the Island Tower, the Polynesian Villas & Bungalows points chart has gotten much larger! Besides the inclusion of the new room types such as the Duo Studio, One Bedroom Villa, Two Bedroom Villa, and Two Bedroom Penthouse, here’s what to know about the updated 2025 and new 2026 Polynesian points charts. […]
Keep Reading >You’re Staying at Disney’s BoardWalk Villas. What Is There to Do?
When you stay at a Disney Vacation Club resort, you know that you’ll find plenty to do. Disney’s Deluxe Tier properties offer the finest amenities in the hospitality industry. Sometimes, you’ll find so much to do that you may experience paralysis analysis. Then, once you’ve stayed at a place several times, you may seek out […]
Keep Reading >What Are the Booking Options at the Disney’s Riviera Resort?
You cannot go wrong with any Disney Vacation Club resort. They’re all among the most immersive hotels on the planet, with each new one seemingly competing for the title of the best of the best. We learned this fact in 2019, when Disney’s Riviera Resort first opened to the public. It immediately established a new […]
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