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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Pros and Cons of Tower and Duo Studios

When Riviera was first introduced, it included a new room type: the Tower Studio.  These rooms are smaller than your typical Deluxe Studio with space for only 2 adults, but offer just what you need for a short getaway or a trip heavily focused on park time.  Since Riviera, Disneyland Hotel and the Polynesian have […]

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Reasons to Buy DVC Resale Other Than Cost

The biggest perk to buying a DVC resale contract is the savings.  You can save more than 50% by purchasing a resale contract compared to buying a DVC contract directly through Disney!  However, beyond the incredible savings are other compelling reasons to go with resale. Inventory at the Sold Out Resorts Disney will typically only […]

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When Is the Best Time to Sell a DVC Contract?

Unlike most other timeshare contracts, Disney Vacation Club contracts retain a strong resale value.  There are many reasons why people sell their DVC contract that have nothing to do with dissatisfaction with DVC, so when you are ready to part with your contract, when is the best time to sell? To Avoid Annual Dues Annual […]

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Best DVC Resorts for Non-Park Days

Where do you hang out when you’re not at the parks? In a way, this question defines us as Disney Vacation Club members, as it defines our true nature as vacationers. So, let’s discuss the best DVC resorts for non-park days.  The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort I’ve got one caveat before we begin. […]

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Where Can You Learn More About DVC?

Perhaps you heard about Disney Vacation Club from the kiosks throughout the Disney theme parks and resorts, or maybe you started looking into DVC while combating the “post-Disney blues” after coming back from a recent trip.  Either way, DVC is a big purchase, so it’s important to do your research before buying a contract.  Here […]

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Here Are Tips for Planning Your First DVC Vacation

You’ve reached an exciting moment in your life. Your Disney Vacation Club Points have finally hit your account. Now, you’re finally ready to book your trip. Here are a few tips for planning your first DVC vacation. Learn How DVC Points Work Before you do anything with your DVC Points, you must learn how they […]

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Best Accommodations for Trips with Larger Parties

DVC is even better when you can share it with loved ones!  If the more the merrier is your motto, here are some great DVC room types for travel parties of 8 or more. For the Most Space The largest accommodations among the DVC resorts are the Three Bedroom Grand Villas.  Depending on the resort, […]

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Pros and Cons of DVC Deluxe Studios

With the capacity to accommodate up to 4 or 5 guests, Deluxe Studios are typically the most popular DVC room type to book.  Besides being the least amount of points, they are available at nearly every DVC resort except for the Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness.  Here are the pros and cons of DVC Deluxe […]

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Which DVC Restaurants Will Your Kids Love?

Have your theme park habits evolved since you joined the Disney Vacation Club program? I know that mine have. Before I became a member, I’d spend every waking hour at the parks, trying to squeeze every minute of magic from my vacation.  Nowadays, I enjoy hanging out at DVC resorts nearly as much as riding […]

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