http://dvcnews.com/forum/ All other DVC-related topics including other timeshare systems, RCI trades, future resort rumors, etc. en Wed, 19 Jun 2013 02:21:05 GMT vBulletin 60 http://dvcnews.com/forum/images/aria/misc/rss.png http://dvcnews.com/forum/ http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12301-Senses-–-A-Disney-Spa-at-Disney’s-Saratoga-Springs-Resort-is-Now-Taking-Reservati&goto=newpost Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:15:07 GMT Authors: Disney Parks Blog Although it’s still under construction, Senses – a Disney Spa at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort is accepting... Authors: Disney Parks Blog

Although it’s still under construction, Senses – a Disney Spa at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort is accepting reservations as of today for treatments beginning July 25....

Click here to read this article! ]]> Miscellaneous DVC Discussion DVCNews http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12301-Senses-–-A-Disney-Spa-at-Disney’s-Saratoga-Springs-Resort-is-Now-Taking-Reservati http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12292-DVCNews-Debates-Grand-Floridian-vs-Polynesian&goto=newpost Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:00:00 GMT Image: http://dvcnews.com/images/DVCNDebate.jpg Just as Disney Vacation Club was preparing to kick-off sales at one of its most prestigous...

Just as Disney Vacation Club was preparing to kick-off sales at one of its most prestigous locations, rumors started pointing toward another cherished destination.

Points are now available for sale at the Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa--inarguably the most luxurious accommodations Disney Vacation Club has ever created. *Yet rumors suggest another fan favorite--Disney's Polynesian Resort--is the next to see a DVC villa addition. * ****


Topic: Do the rumors of a Polynesian DVC make you reconsider plans to buy at the Grand Floridian?

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Adam and Bonnie ]]> Miscellaneous DVC Discussion MI DVC http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12277-Packages http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12275-Going-to-Swim-in-every-pool-that-im-allowed-to-go-to-)&goto=newpost Tue, 11 Jun 2013 22:42:22 GMT In a little over 90 days going to Disney for my Yearly DVC home, Staying at Beach Club. Only going to parks one day (mickey not so scary halloween... In a little over 90 days going to Disney for my Yearly DVC home, Staying at Beach Club. Only going to parks one day (mickey not so scary halloween party).

With the exception of the Non-pool hop pools I will swim in every pool and give it a Proper review, Ive been in alot of the pools before but never as a personal pool mission lol.

Over the next 90 days I will plan how i intend to do this as I want to spend a hour in each pool, and yes even the small little pools like the ones at Saratoga and such will be included ( I like the small one there, i like the statues that spit on you lol)

More soon!:woohoodance:

Oh NO little kid pools, no no no, those are well... little kid pools no need to say more ]]> Miscellaneous DVC Discussion flagen2010 http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12275-Going-to-Swim-in-every-pool-that-im-allowed-to-go-to-) http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12271-60-resort-rate-increase-for-Members-Cash-from-last-year-Really&goto=newpost Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:55:06 GMT As we've done many times, I called MS this morning to see about a studio at HHI on members cash for the Saturday nite before Thanksgiving. Only this time the CM quoted me a price that was 60% higher than last year. I'd checked the Disney site and found a rate $34 less. So I asked her-is this members cash? Hilton Head? The Saturday before Thanksgiving? We've done this many times and always paid less than $100 for a studio that nite-not $157! She couldn't explain the difference, so I have a call in to a manager. On the other hand, I also asked her about the Friday nite after Thanksgiving, and she quoted me about 2/3 of the price on the website. I should have taken that one! ]]> Miscellaneous DVC Discussion simbasmom http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12271-60-resort-rate-increase-for-Members-Cash-from-last-year-Really http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12268-DVCNews-Debates-Arrival&goto=newpost Mon, 10 Jun 2013 11:00:00 GMT Image: http://dvcnews.com/images/DVCNDebate.jpg Arriving at a Disney Vacation Club resort seems pretty straighforward but there are many...

Arriving at a Disney Vacation Club resort seems pretty straighforward but there are many different philosophies owners adopt in order to maximize the value of their points.

Some choose to fly or drive into town early in the day and check in as soon as possible, often hoping a room will be immediately available. *Some arrive later and really don't fret over the limited amount of time the villa is used that first night. *Some will stay in alternatie lodging (Disney Value resort, off-site, etc.) on an arrival day so that they don't waste time (and points) on a day with limited villa access. *****


Topic: Generally speaking, how do you handle the arrival day on a Disney Vacation Club trip?

Click here to read this article! ]]> Miscellaneous DVC Discussion DVCNews http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12268-DVCNews-Debates-Arrival http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12253-DVCNews-Debates-Guaranteed-Week&goto=newpost Mon, 03 Jun 2013 11:00:00 GMT Image: http://dvcnews.com/images/DVCNDebate.jpg Three years ago Disney Vacation Club introduced a Guaranteed Week purchase option at Aulani and...

Three years ago Disney Vacation Club introduced a Guaranteed Week purchase option at Aulani and it has since been duplicated at the Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. *

The Guaranteed Week option allows buyers to lock-in a specific timeshare week, villa size and view by purchasing approximately 10% more points than they would otherwise need. *With the Guaranteed Week, owners no longer have to deal with the risk and hassles involved in making a reservation at 11 months. *The room is automatically booked for the week purchased, but owners still have the ability to "opt-out" of the Guaranteed Week if they wish to use their points in a different manner. ****

Topic: If a Guaranteed Week had been offered at other (older) Disney Vacation Club resorts, would you have considered it?

Click here to read this article! ]]> Miscellaneous DVC Discussion DVCNews http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12253-DVCNews-Debates-Guaranteed-Week http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12223-DVCNews-Debates-Grand-Floridian-impressions&goto=newpost Mon, 27 May 2013 11:00:00 GMT Image: http://dvcnews.com/images/DVCNDebate.jpg Point costs are known. *Point charts have been revealed. *Annual dues are calculated. *Model...

Point costs are known. *Point charts have been revealed. *Annual dues are calculated. *Model rooms are on display. *

Now that most details have been revealed regarding the Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, it's time to start processing the data--the good, the bad and the ugly. **

Topic: In what ways has the Grand Floridian met or exceeded your expectations? *In what ways do you find it lacking?

Click here to read this article! ]]> Miscellaneous DVC Discussion DVCNews http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12223-DVCNews-Debates-Grand-Floridian-impressions http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12211-My-DVC-points-Renting-DVC-points&goto=newpost Thu, 23 May 2013 19:14:08 GMT Hello DVC’ers I’m lookingfor suggestions… Here are thedetails for my next Disney Vacation in Aug 2014. We’ll have 600 pointsavailable at that... Hello DVC’ers
I’m lookingfor suggestions…
Here are thedetails for my next Disney Vacation in Aug 2014. We’ll have 600 pointsavailable at that time.
We’ll need two2-Bedroom Villas, or one 2-Bedroom Villas & 2-Studios… So, Ibelieve we have 2 options:
Option 1 – This seems to be the lesscomplicated solution.
1. One 2 bedroom (8 nights) = 429
2. One Studio (8 nights) = 171
3. Total 600 for the rooms in 1 & 2.I have this covered.
4. Now I need to rent 1-Studiofrom David’s DVC Rentals for 8 nights.
Option 2 – This is what we prefer, but I’mworried about the split reservation on the second 2-Bedroom Villas. DVC says wemay have to change rooms, and I’m guessing this would complicate the park passesand dining plans.
1. One 2-Bedroom (8 nights) = 429
2. One 2-Bedroom (3 nights) = 156
3. Total 585. I have this covered.
4. Now I need to rent one 2-Bedroom for(5 nights)
In this option, we’ll have two reservations for the second2-Bedroom. Has anyone ever done this before?
Anysuggestions will be greatly appreciated,
Domenic



]]> Miscellaneous DVC Discussion domvan http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12211-My-DVC-points-Renting-DVC-points http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12196-Disney-Resort-Icons-Inspire-New-Merchandise-Arriving-This-Summer-at-Disney-Parks&goto=newpost Wed, 22 May 2013 14:30:09 GMT Authors: Disney Parks Blog I love staying at a Disney Resort hotel. I’ve stayed at nearly all of them in Walt Disney World and Disneyland... Authors: Disney Parks Blog

I love staying at a Disney Resort hotel. I’ve stayed at nearly all of them in Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts. The first Disney hotel my family stayed at was Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa in summer 1992. There is something magical about staying at a Disney resort (I love that blast of cool air whe...

Click here to read this article! ]]> Miscellaneous DVC Discussion DVCNews http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12196-Disney-Resort-Icons-Inspire-New-Merchandise-Arriving-This-Summer-at-Disney-Parks http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12192-H2O-Plusâ„¢-and-Walt-Disney-Parks-and-Resorts-Extend-and-Expand-Alliance-Relationship&goto=newpost Tue, 21 May 2013 19:00:00 GMT CHICAGO, May 21, 2013 -- /PRNewswire/ -- As the primary in-room amenities provider for Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise... CHICAGO, May 21, 2013 -- /PRNewswire/ -- As the primary in-room amenities provider for Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line and Disney Vacation Club properties, H2O Plus is pleased to announce the expansion of a multi-year strategic alliance agreement that will extend the H2O Plus presence internationally. Through the new deal, H2O Plus products will now also be available at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Disneyland Resort Paris and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina, Hawaii. In addition, H2O Plus will sponsor five runDisney races at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resorts.

Click here to read this article! ]]> Miscellaneous DVC Discussion DVCNews http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12192-H2O-Plusâ„¢-and-Walt-Disney-Parks-and-Resorts-Extend-and-Expand-Alliance-Relationship http://dvcnews.com/forum/showthread.php?12186-DVCNews-Debates-New-amenity&goto=newpost Mon, 20 May 2013 12:00:00 GMT Image: http://dvcnews.com/images/DVCNDebate.jpg Hotels and timeshares often tweak and adjust their room setups to meet changing customer tastes....

Hotels and timeshares often tweak and adjust their room setups to meet changing customer tastes. *A decade ago refrigerators and microwaves were luxuries. *Today they can be found in even moderately-priced accommodations.

Today some of the more luxurious offerings include fitness equipment, DVRs, large flat-panel TVs, Keurig coffee makers and more. *Disney Vacation Club chose to include rice cookers among the in-room amenities at the Aulani villas. *Most newer DVC villas feature an additional bathroom. *

Topic: Is there some in-room feature or amenity that you would like to see DVC add to its villas?

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