DVC Right of First Refusal Report (ROFR): May 2025

DVC Exercises Right of First Refusal (ROFR) Year-to-date (YTD), Disney has exercised their right of first refusal (ROFR) on 74 Disney Vacation Club (DVC) contract, and DVC Resale Market (DVCRM) has sold 2,113, resulting in a 3.5% buyback rate (Contracts Bought Back in 2025/Contracts Sold in 2025). The 2025 waiver rate is 96.5%. Key ROFR […]

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No Beach Club Visit Is Complete Without…

When you visit a Disney Vacation Club resort, you want to experience the best amenities it has to offer. Part of the fun of the Disney Vacation Club program is that we all have decades to explore the various majestic Disney hotels. Whenever someone asks me about a specific resort, the first thing I tell […]

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How Are DVC Resorts Incorporating Sustainability

The environment is the friend of Disney Vacation Club members everywhere. In fact, just yesterday my brother started randomly praising the beauty of Disney’s Vero Beach resort. I quickly countered with the shores of Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and then we spent 15 minutes talking about various beautiful nature objects in plain sight at a […]

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Disney Confirms Opening Date for Starlight

The long, storied tradition of nighttime parades at Magic Kingdom will continue soon. Walt Disney World just announced new details for its latest nighttime presentation, and it’s less than two months from now! Yes, Disney has confirmed the opening date for Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away. Here’s everything we just learned. Disney Starlight Debuts […]

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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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Best DVC Quick Service Restaurants

Part of the fun of being a Disney Vacation Club member is getting to sample all the delicious fun. Disney has prioritized dining as an integral part of the vacation experience. So, the various DVC resorts host any number of high-quality restaurants, one of which has even won a Michelin star.  Since you have so […]

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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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What Are the Best DVC Table Service Restaurants

What’s for dinner? Even on the best of days, that question can drive a family to distraction, triggering a civil war among hungry, uncompromising people. During a Disney vacation, it’s that much worse. You’ll often feel inundated with choice, especially as a Disney Vacation Club member. The DVC program is overflowing with exceptional dining options, […]

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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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