Comparing Polynesian Accommodations: Two Bedroom Villa, Bungalow, or Penthouse Villa

on November 7, 2024

With the addition of the Island Tower to the Polynesian, DVC Members have more room types to choose from.  If you have more than 5 guests, the Bora Bora Bungalows are no longer the only other option.  The Island Tower adds One Bedroom Villas, Two Bedroom Villas, and even a Two Bedroom Penthouse Villa.  When […]

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DVC Resale Average Sales Prices for October 2024

on November 6, 2024

This article features the average sales price of contracts categorized by resort and month sold from October 2023 through October 2024 by DVC Resale Market (DVCRM). Our goal for this article is to provide great directional information for anyone considering a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resale purchase or just wanting to satisfy a general curiosity of […]

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4 Reasons to Buy a DVC Contract at a 2042 Resort

on November 5, 2024

With each year that passes, 2042 doesn’t seem as far away as it once did, and some people feel that DVC contracts with a 2042 expiration date are just too short.  These include contracts for Boulder Ridge, Beach Club, BoardWalk, Vero Beach, Hilton Head, and some for Old Key West.  However, there are a few […]

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DVC Right of First Refusal Report (ROFR): October 2024

on November 4, 2024

DVC Exercises Right of First Refusal (ROFR) Year-to-date (YTD), Disney has exercised their right of first refusal (ROFR) on 115 Disney Vacation Club (DVC) contracts, and DVC Resale Market (DVCRM) has sold 3,894, resulting in a 3.0% buyback rate (Contracts Bought Back in 2024/Contracts Sold in 2024). The 2024 waiver rate is 97.0%. Key ROFR […]

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The Best Ways to Learn About Disney Vacation Club

on November 1, 2024

If you’re just beginning your journey into becoming a Disney Vacation Club Member, it can be a little overwhelming trying to find good information. You may be pondering direct vs. resale, picking the right home resort for you, and how many points you should buy. There are countless blogs, YouTube videos, even shorter content like […]

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How Long Does It Take to Break Even on an Old Key West Extended Contract?

on October 31, 2024

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 an Old Key West extended resale contract.  Extended Old Key West contracts […]

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Why the Polynesian Makes a Great Home Resort

on October 30, 2024

With the opening of the Island Tower, there is a lot of excitement around the Polynesian Villas & Bungalows lately.  However, beyond the new rooms in the tower addition, there are many reasons why the Polynesian makes a great DVC home resort.   Prime Location for Views and Transportation On a practical level, there is only […]

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Universal Epic Universe to Open on May 22, 2025

on October 29, 2024

Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park, Epic Universe, is going to open on May 22, 2025!  This addition immerses guests into five different worlds with exciting new attractions and experiences: Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Ministry of Magic™, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and […]

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Tips for Booking at Non-Home Resorts

on October 29, 2024

Whether you are ready to visit a different destination like Hilton Head, Vero Beach, or Aulani, or you just want to try another DVC resort at Disney World or Disneyland, booking something other than your home resort can be a fun way to change things up.  With DVC, you can’t use your points to book […]

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DVC for Retirees

on October 28, 2024

Have you recently or not so recently retired? If so, the Disney Vacation Club was literally made for you. When Disney officials planned the program, they drew inspiration from timeshare businesses of the era. Many timeshares then targeted retirees as the primary demographic for the Florida lifestyle. While the concept has faded a bit in […]

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