Why I Bought a DVC Resale Contract

As with many other DVC Members, Add-On-Itis® hit soon after I purchased my first DVC contract.  I loved being able to use my points to stay at my favorite Disney deluxe resorts, but I quickly learned that I would need more points for more frequent trips.  Once I decided it was time to add on […]

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Here Are the DVC Advantages for Multi-Generational Families

At its core, The Walt Disney Company has built its business around families. A Disney vacation empowers multiple generations of family members to vacation together. Disney theme parks host offerings for everyone from small children to exhausted octogenarians.  That same philosophy applies at Disney Vacation Club resorts as well. The membership program caters to everyone, […]

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What to Consider When Choosing a DVC Home Resort

After deciding that you want to buy a DVC contract, one of the biggest questions is which home resort should you choose?  Since everyone has different needs and tastes, there is no single resort that is the best home resort.  However, there are a few factors that can help you narrow down home resort options […]

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Best DVC Fallback Reservations

Let’s face facts. The overwhelming popularity of the Disney Vacation Club has made booking more challenging than ever. Some of the best resorts and Room Types are seemingly impossible to book at the seven-month window. So, let’s presume that you fail to book your preferred hotel and/or Room Type. Here are a few of the […]

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Let’s Talk about the Rooms at Disney’s BoardWalk Villas

Disney Vacation Club members know about all the program’s hidden gems. For many years now, one of the favorites has provided convenience in the morning and solace at night.  Whether you want a short walk to EPCOT in the morning or a quick trip home after a fun night at the World Showcase, this resort […]

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Pros and Cons of Owning More Than One DVC Home Resort

For DVC Members, it’s very common to add on more DVC points.  Sometimes the tough part is deciding whether it’s best to add on at the same home resort or to pick a different one.  Here are some pros and cons to having more than one DVC home resort. Pros 11-Month Booking Advantage The main […]

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How Long Does It Take to Break Even on a Copper Creek Resale Contract?

DVC resale contracts can save you thousands of dollars compared to buying a contract directly through Disney, but how long does it take for you to break even on your purchase compared to cash stays through Disney?  Let’s walk through an example with a Copper Creek resale contract.   What Does a Resale Contract Cost? At […]

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Where Should You Stay When Visiting Disneyland Resort

Today signifies the end of the five-part series on where you should stay when you’re vacationing at various Disney theme parks. We’ve previously discussed all four gates at Walt Disney World, but there’s still one theme park to evaluate.  While you may believe that Disneyland Resort comes with a simple A/B pair of options, that’s […]

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At Which DVC Resorts Does Home Resort Advantage Matter Most?

While some people prefer to buy a contract at the resort that is most economical to purchase more points, others prioritize buying a contract where home resort advantage matters most.  Of the DVC resorts, which ones truly need that 11-month booking window? Beach Club Of all the Walt Disney World DVC resorts, the Beach Club […]

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What Is There to Do at Saratoga Springs Resort

When you buy into the Disney Vacation Club program, you’re planning to vacation at Walt Disney World frequently. That’s where most of the resorts are, and it’s also home to the most popular theme park in the world, Magic Kingdom.  Some ironclad laws apply when you visit Disney World as a DVC member. One is […]

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