Bob Iger Will Remain Disney CEO through 2026

on July 13, 2023

In November 2022, The Walt Disney Company did the unthinkable in firing then-CEO Bob Chapek and replacing him with former CEO Bob Iger. At the time, Disney signed Iger for two years, a contract that would have ended next November.  We’ve since learned that the problems at Disney ran deeper than anything Iger could fix […]

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What Are the Best DVC Amenities Overall?

on July 10, 2023

Over the past few months, I’ve debated the best reason to visit all of DVC’s resorts. It’s a divisive topic with no right or wrong answers. Whatever you like the best is all that matters.  Still, we should acknowledge that some DVC resort options have proven so great that they’ve elevated the overall appeal of […]

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What DVC Members Love About Boulder Ridge Villas

on June 29, 2023

The Country Bears once said, “Ain’t nothin’ like the Great Outdoors to ease your soul!” That love of nature and spirit of adventure is perfectly encapsulated at the Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. While this resort tends to be very popular for bookings around the holidays, it serves as the perfect vacation retreat […]

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Which DVC Resorts Book the Fastest?

on June 23, 2023

One of the mantras of Disney Vacation Club ownership is that you should buy where you intend to stay. We believe this philosophy because we know from experience that some of the best DVC properties can and do sell out before the seven-month window opens.  Which DVC resorts book the fastest? Let’s examine the likely […]

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Disney Vacation Club during the Early Years

on June 20, 2023

We previously discussed the origin story of the Disney Vacation Club. Notably, many of Disney’s early plans for the program didn’t come to fruition. The company couldn’t build its planned DVC resort and had to readjust on the fly on its Hilton Head plans.  Throughout the 1990s, Disney overcame such challenges in laying the groundwork […]

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Is Now The Time to Buy DVC Resale? The Points Guy Says “Yes!”

on June 19, 2023

Over the last few months, you may have heard a few members on our team say that now is the time to buy Disney Vacation Club via the resale market. If you were a bit skeptical about that, we’ve got backup – The Points Guy! In a recent post on their website, writer Summer Hull […]

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Walt Disney World Reveals 2023 Holiday Lineup

on June 15, 2023

After teasing fans for several days, The Walt Disney Company finally announced its 2023 holiday events at Walt Disney World. Don’t let the calendar fool you, folks! The date may be June, but it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Disney! Here’s what Disney just announced. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Returns  One […]

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Where Should You Eat at Animal Kingdom Villas

on June 13, 2023

When you stay at any Disney Vacation Club resort at Walt Disney World, you’re certain to eat well. Still, some properties would earn a spot on the average “Best of…” list. Today, we’ll talk about one such location. Here’s where you should eat at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas. Quick Service and Lounges Longtime DVC members […]

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Add-On-Itis® Among Disney Vacation Club Members

on June 2, 2023

If you’re a prospective or new Member, you may have joined a few online groups to learn more about Disney Vacation Club from those with more experience. In these groups, you have seen a number of posts from Members announcing they have been stricken with a very specific kind of ailment – Add-on-itis®! This condition […]

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The Disney Dining Plan Returns in 2024

on June 1, 2023

Walt Disney World has reopened sales for one of your favorite amenities! Yes, the Disney Dining Plan is back on the menu as of January 9th, 2024, with sales already open to guests with 2024 reservations. Here’s what you need to know about the dining plan’s return! What Is the Disney Dining Plan  The Disney […]

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