Let’s Talk about the Rooms at Disney’s BoardWalk Villas

on September 6, 2024

Disney Vacation Club members know about all the program’s hidden gems. For many years now, one of the favorites has provided convenience in the morning and solace at night.  Whether you want a short walk to EPCOT in the morning or a quick trip home after a fun night at the World Showcase, this resort […]

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DVC Resale Average Sales Prices for August 2024

on September 4, 2024

This article features the average sales price of contracts categorized by resort and month sold from August 2023 through August 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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Pros and Cons of Owning More Than One DVC Home Resort

on September 3, 2024

For DVC Members, it’s very common to add on more DVC points.  Sometimes the tough part is deciding whether it’s best to add on at the same home resort or to pick a different one.  Here are some pros and cons to having more than one DVC home resort. Pros 11-Month Booking Advantage The main […]

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

on September 2, 2024

DVC Exercises Right of First Refusal (ROFR) Year-to-date (YTD), Disney has exercised their right of first refusal (ROFR) on 84 Disney Vacation Club (DVC) contracts, and DVC Resale Market (DVCRM) has sold 3,326, resulting in a 2.5% buyback rate (Contracts Bought Back in 2024/Contracts Sold in 2024). The 2024 waiver rate is 97.5%. Key ROFR […]

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How Long Does It Take to Break Even on a Copper Creek Resale Contract?

on August 29, 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 a Copper Creek resale contract.   What Does a Resale Contract Cost? At […]

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Where Should You Stay When Visiting Disneyland Resort

on August 27, 2024

Today signifies the end of the five-part series on where you should stay when you’re vacationing at various Disney theme parks. We’ve previously discussed all four gates at Walt Disney World, but there’s still one theme park to evaluate.  While you may believe that Disneyland Resort comes with a simple A/B pair of options, that’s […]

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At Which DVC Resorts Does Home Resort Advantage Matter Most?

on August 26, 2024

While some people prefer to buy a contract at the resort that is most economical to purchase more points, others prioritize buying a contract where home resort advantage matters most.  Of the DVC resorts, which ones truly need that 11-month booking window? Beach Club Of all the Walt Disney World DVC resorts, the Beach Club […]

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New Dining and Recreation Amenities Announced for Polynesian Island Tower

on August 22, 2024

DVC has shared some exciting details about the upcoming Island Tower that will be added to the Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.  With the new tower, DVC Members and guests alike can look forward to a new restaurant and recreational areas. New Pool Area The Island Tower will have the new Cove Pool, which will include […]

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Features You’ll Love at the New Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness

on August 22, 2024

The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort are the newest DVC resort!  As of July 1, 2024, the first loop of new cabins began welcoming guests.  With more new cabins on the way, here are some features to look forward to when you stay at the Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness! Characters in the Decor […]

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DVC Refurbishment Schedule for Summer 2024

on August 20, 2024

The 2024 D23 Expo recently ended, and it came with a surprise. Despite several rumors to the contrary, Disney chose not to announce any new hotels at all. While the company has filed permits in an area closely associated with Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and the supposedly canceled Reflections – A Disney Lakeside Lodge, nothing has […]

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