News and Notes from the Condo Association Meetings

The Disney Vacation Club recently decided to split the Annual Condo Association meetings into individual properties. So, owners at Disney’s Old Key West Resort attend that meeting, owners at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas attend that meeting, and so forth.  While the meetings are definitely less crowded and more personal, you’re likely to miss a lot […]

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What Are the Best DVC Home Resorts When You Don’t Care About the 11-Month Window?

Conventional wisdom for DVC is that it works best when you use your points to plan trips well in advance. Since DVC booking windows open up at 11-months out from check-in, that is when room availability is best.  However, if you don’t have much of a preference and love staying at any of the DVC […]

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Should You Book Hospitality House Or Preferred Rooms?

The last thing that any Disney Vacation Club member wants to do is waste our previous DVC Points. Alas, booking a DVC room requires a few choices, one of which can seem a bit vague. DVC lists Room Types with odd titles like Preferred and Hospitality House. When you’re new to the program, you probably […]

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Best DVC Bars and Lounges

Let’s face facts. You’re on vacation. You want to drink, lounge around, soak up the atmosphere, and relish in the ambiance. You’re here for the vibes. So, where should you go at Disney to keep the party going? Here are the best bars and lounges at Disney Vacation Club resorts.  GCH Craftsman Lounge The introduction […]

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Let’s Rank the Best DVC General Stores

One of the underlying points of the Disney Vacation Club program is that you’re staying at your home away from home. Disney expects you to take a longer vacation most of the time, which means you’ll need to stock your room with supplies. Otherwise, you’ll never quite feel at home.  Thankfully, most DVC resorts host […]

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Which DVC Resorts Are the Best for Walking Around?

Every Disney Vacation Club resort will dazzle you with its splendor. Disney Cast Members maintain the grounds to ensure that every step you take will amaze you. The sights and sounds at the various hotels will immerse you in the beauty of nature and the majesty of Disney.  I warmly encourage you to explore every […]

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Room Requests at Disney’s Old Key West

While not guaranteed, room requests can help increase your odds of staying where you prefer within a resort. When you check in online or via the My Disney Experience app for your Old Key West stay, you’re given a few different options. There are some broad requests, such as ground floor, high floor, near bus […]

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Best Places to Shop for DVC Merchandise

When you are a DVC Member, it’s fun to shop for DVC merchandise and wear it with pride!  Anyone can purchase DVC merchandise–you don’t have to be a Direct DVC Member to purchase it.  While there are plenty of clothes and souvenirs to be found throughout Disney World, Disneyland, and the DVC resorts, DVC-specific items […]

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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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What to Know About DVC Points Charts

Part of the fun of DVC is planning out all your future Disney trips!  An important piece of that planning process is reviewing the points charts.  They let you know how many points you need for your stay, depending on the time of year, room type, and booking category that you would like to reserve.   […]

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