Alternatives to Moonlight Magic

Many DVC Resale Members wonder if they’re eligible for DVC Moonlight Magic events, the complimentary after hours events in the theme parks that are exclusive to DVC Members.  While most DVC Resale Members are not eligible (unless grandfathered under previous rules), there are some great alternatives that are just as much fun.  Plus, these alternatives […]

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Best Practices for Owners with Medium DVC Contracts

I often argue that Disney Vacation Club membership falls into three categories. Our collective includes owners with small contracts, medium contracts, and large contracts. Thanks to the scalability of DVC, each membership level works differently. That’s especially true of owners with medium-sized contracts, as you enjoy a plethora of options. You can downsize your contract […]

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Strategies for Booking the DVC Reservation You Want

As a timeshare, DVC is intended to book to capacity, which makes availability much tighter than that of cash stays.  Here are some ways to help increase your chances of booking the DVC reservation you want. At a Glance: Always book your home resort first. Set waitlists as early as possible. Plan ahead for split […]

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Can DVC Work If You Don’t Plan in Advance?

The common advice you’ll hear from DVC Members is that DVC works best when you can plan your vacations far in advance.  After all, DVC Members can book as early as 11-months out from their check-in date.  If you don’t plan your trips at 11-months out, can DVC still work for you?  It can, but […]

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More Tips for New DVC Members

A few weeks ago, I gave you the first pieces of advice for new Disney Vacation Club members. Once you join the program, you may feel overwhelmed. There are a lot of terms to learn, and you’re competing for reservations with people who have been doing this for many years. So, you’re a rookie, and […]

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How Many DVC Points Do You Have Left?

The DVC community’s discussions about contract expiration dates remain a hot topic of conversation. Today, I want to broach this issue from a different perspective.  I’m going to take a bold approach and use – dun, dun, dun – math! It’s just crazy enough to work. So, how many DVC Points do you have left? […]

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Which Monorail Resort Is Right For You?

For many Disney World fans, the iconic monorail is one of the best ways to get around. If the monorail is a must for you, the Grand Floridian, Polynesian, and Bay Lake Tower are the great DVC resort home resorts! If you’re doing your research and trying to figure out which one of these resorts […]

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What Are the DVC Contract Priorities?

Shopping for a Disney Vacation Club Contract is always exciting, whether you’re a first-time buyer or someone happily giving in to Add-onitis. You want to make smart decisions with such a big investment, though.  So, which considerations matter the most when deciding when to buy? That’s a good question that I’ll try to answer today. […]

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You’ve Just Joined DVC. Now What?

A little birdy told me that you just joined the Disney Vacation Club. Welcome home, my friend! Your family will enjoy decades, possibly even generations, of wonderful Disney vacations. Still, there are a few things you need to know. So, you’ve just joined DVC. Now what? Plan Ahead   We’ll get to the fun stuff, I […]

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What DVC Members Need to Know about Disney Cruises

Whenever The Walt Disney Company reports its quarterly earnings, one segment stands apart. Disney Experiences, the theme parks division, gains a significant percentage of the company’s operating income. One of the key contributors is Disney Cruise Line (DCL), which has exploded in popularity recently. So, what do DVC members need to know about Disney cruises? […]

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