You’re at Hilton Head. What Should You Do

on May 21, 2026

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 […]

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First-Time DVC Seller Guide: What to Consider

on May 19, 2026

Are you thinking about selling your Disney Vacation Club contract? DVC members do this every day, as it’s an easy way to get some quick cash. However, before you hand your contract to someone else, you should give the matter some thought. Here are a few factors to consider before selling a DVC contract. How […]

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First-Time DVC Buyer Guide: What to Consider

on May 15, 2026

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 […]

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When Is the Best Time to Book a Non-home Resort at Disney World?

on April 16, 2026

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 […]

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DVC One-Time-Use Points Increase in Price

on April 1, 2026

When you are short on DVC points, one-time-use points can come in handy. These are points that you can use to book accommodations at 7 months or less from your check-in date. You can purchase up to 24 one-time-use points per Use Year by calling DVC Member Services. The points are available to both Direct […]

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Let’s Discuss the 500 Fee

on March 30, 2026

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? […]

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How Should You Approach 2042 Contract Years in 2026

on March 27, 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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When Is the Toughest Time to Use Your DVC Points?

on March 26, 2026

Unlike traditional timeshares, Disney Vacation Club’s point-based system gives you the flexibility to use your points any time of year. However, room availability is still subject to demand, which makes some times of the year harder to book than others.  Here’s the toughest time of the year to use your DVC points, plus some alternatives […]

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Old Key West: How Much More Can You Get with a Resale Contract?

on March 25, 2026

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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DVC Resale Restrictions and Who is Most Impacted

on March 9, 2026

What are the DVC Resale Restrictions? Effective for DVC resale purchases submitted on or after January 19, 2019: Disney Vacation Club resale contracts purchased for the original 14 DVC resorts will only be able to exchange into those 14 existing resorts in the DVC network. These contracts will not be able to exchange into Disney’s […]

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