No Saratoga Springs Visit Is Complete Without

Every Disney Vacation Club resort comes with its own idiosyncrasies. Some hotel visits are more straightforward, while others require a bit of exploration and even some trial-and-error. Thankfully, one of DVC’s largest resorts is relatively straightforward, with a few must-dos for guests. That’s why I think no Saratoga Springs visit is complete without these activities… […]

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Which Areas Are Considered Preferred at Saratoga Springs?

Saratoga Springs is one of the largest DVC resorts. It is made up of 5 sections (excluding the Treehouse Villas): The Carousel, Congress Park, The Grandstand, The Paddock, and The Springs. These sections are categorized into Standard or Preferred. When you book a room at Saratoga Springs, you’ll choose between Standard or Preferred, but which […]

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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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Let’s Discuss the Most Unique Rooms at DVC

One of the best parts of the Disney Vacation Club program is its diversity. You can stay in rooms as small as 255 square feet or as large as 2,800 square feet. The program contracts and expands based entirely on your needs at the time, and some of the offerings are solely available at DVC. […]

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Why Universal Studios Fans Should Join DVC

Universal Epic Universal finally opens its portals to guests on May 22nd, 2025. The anticipation has been building for more than five years now, and it has reached a fever pitch. And Disney Vacation Club members are surprisingly in the driver’s seat for the new park’s opening. Here’s why Universal Studios fans should join DVC. […]

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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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Why Do DVC Members Purchase Add-on Contracts?

DVC contracts are a considerably large purchase, and the contracts last for many years with anywhere from 16 to 49 years left on them, depending on the home resort.  So why is it so common for DVC Members to purchase another contract and add on more points? More Stays or Longer Stays Many DVC Members […]

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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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Underrated DVC Rooms for Maximizing Your Points

With so many different DVC resorts, there’s a wide range of accommodations to choose from.  Although there are some perennial favorites that are highly sought after like the Value and Concierge rooms at Animal Kingdom Villas, Riviera Tower Studios, Copper Creek Deluxe Studios, and just about much any room at the Beach Club, there are […]

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How Does Booking Work with Multiple DVC Contracts?

Once you have more than one DVC contract, booking can sometimes take a little more organization.  Depending on whether you buy a contract with the same Use Year and home resort as your existing contract, having more than one contract can impact how you use your points to make resort reservations.   Same Use Year, Same […]

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