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Lakeshore Lodge has so much appeal to us that the restrictions from buying resale only at one of the original 14 resorts would be an issue for us. I've heard time and time again that the structure of a DVC purchase is (of course) going to be different from family to family. We now understand we want to have 150-200 poi
Dang, Amy. You have another calling beyond writing loans!
This is a great bank of points! Love the diversity of resorts. It's sad that for several weeks of the year you still don't have enough points to stay in Poly Bungalow for a week. You might be able to pull off staying in a studio at OKW for 2-1/2 months though....
I hate to admit how much we love the Minnie Vans. 😏 We really do try to reserve their use for when we are just really tired or as you suggest want a more reliable way to get to a resort directly.
I would love to hear from someone more knowledgeable about the trust structure but I believe this is the assumption right now. It would certainly help bring down the dues costs. On the flip side, if the cabins are bringing in enough cash sale traffic they may simply not care that the resort has sold "poorly". I think h
Not only are they receptive but the server evidently gets some type of recognition. Each time I've done this my server thanked us for requesting them. As long as that particular server is working you should be good.
Hi, @BruinDisney20. I have come to the same conclusion about being a hybrid member. I do realize psychologically, I would have a problem missing out on some of the extra benefits direct members will be able to enjoy over the years. The final nudge towards our decision making has been watching the development of Lakesho
Alakazam! Maybe too greedy but I'm adding an option to create a lifetime pass adder. $1,000 per person listed on the deed and the price never changes for life of DVC contract. No blackout dates. Charged same time annual dues are now.
My favorite long-standing "extras" are fireworks cruises, VIP tours (we prefer to split the cost with others using established Facebook groups organized for this purpose), and taking a ride share to the Four Seasons for character breakfast at Ravello inside The Four Seasons. It's our favorite character meal of all! Sma
Thanks again all, as always! To summarize all of this advice: There is no urgency to buy AKL direct. The price it is today will not likely go anywhere soon. Resale AKL is a really strong discount so there really is not much justification financially to pay the large premium. A direct Poly contract probably makes the mo
If you buy direct and add more later at same resort are you still subject to closing costs and documentation fees?
23 Days Until Meeting Our In-Person DVC Meeting in Orlando Just some quick thoughts. I have been all over the place bouncing around from one resort to another. So I've gone back to the basics. What type of DVC structure would be most similar to how we like to vacation now? And this usually translates to a week at Sprin
Add the Club Cool soda flavors (heck, even Beverly!) to the DVC lounge locations! 😎
I am currently 22 days from check-in (non-DVC member) but Incredi-Pass holder. Will be curious to see what happens as our window gets a little closer.
Laura, do you find in practice that home resort priority is important to you? With a spread like this do you do multiple smaller trips and make use of 11-month window of each or combine together? Same or different UY's?
This sounds wonderful. I am thinking we build our base with 200 direct points then probably only resale after that unless the incentives are right.
I bought several between Sam's Club deal and the DG card deal today. I got two fraud alerts myself. 😅 When deals like this come around you have to snag 'em!
I'm very interested in becoming a DVC member but I have already found SO much relies on you doing your own research. I've been crafting spreadsheets, diving into Youtube and forums, talking to a direct Disney guide, etc. What I thought would be a straightforward decision has so many variables some of which are unpredic
Yes. I've been watching the DVCFan Youtube channel and can confirm Paul and Amy discussed that Welcome Home stays are exclusive to direct-purchase contracts.
So many intricacies. I feel like this should be made clear to a member before the transaction is processed. Bummer!
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