Let’s Talk about the Disneyland Area Resorts

Disneyland Park opened in 1955, 16 years before Walt Disney World. Twenty years after guests entered Magic Kingdom for the first time, the Disney Vacation Club program debuted.  Remarkably, Disneyland fans had to wait another 18 years before getting their first local DVC property. Then, the next one wouldn’t arrive until 14 years after that. […]

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How Long Does It Take to Break Even on a Disneyland Hotel 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 Villas at Disneyland Hotel resale contract.   What Does a Resale Contract […]

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Interesting Facts about the Villas at Disneyland Hotel

Every Disney Vacation Club resort has a history, some of which are more interesting than others. Surprisingly, even the newest properties in the program possess a rich tapestry of trivia, some of which you may not even know. Here are a few interesting facts about The Villas at Disneyland Hotel. Do You Know How Old […]

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What You Can Expect at Walt Disney World in 2026

On Tuesday, Disneyland Resort revealed its entire 2026 schedule. The following morning, Walt Disney World did the same. We now the dates for the 2026 EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Here’s what you can expect at Walt Disney World in 2026.  EPCOT’s Exciting Start to 2026 […]

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Bluey Will Debut at Disney in 2026

Disney woke up at 4 a.m. PST on Tuesday and chose violence. The company dropped a wide swath of announcements, including the Halloween 2026 news you surely need three weeks before Christmas 2025.  That’s not the part anybody will remember, though. Yes, folks, the rumors are true! Bluey will debut at the parks in 2026! […]

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Which DVC Contracts Hold Their Value Best?

Disney Vacation Club is unusual for a timeshare program in that contracts actually hold their value well.  Some DVC contracts have even appreciated in value over the years.  Here’s a look at what types of contracts tend to retain their value best. Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel The Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel […]

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DVC Highlights of the 2020s

We’re more than halfway through the decade or basically halfway for those of you who argue the decade starts in 2021. So, now seems like an ideal time to evaluate the DVC highlights of the half-decade. DVC Survives and Thrives Opinions are divided on the subject, but the Farmer’s Almanac argues that the decade begins […]

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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 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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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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