Registered participants can now view the "Behind the Grand Design" webcast, featuring a preview of the Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
The webcast runs 14 minutes, 34 seconds and focuses mainly on the Grand Floridian villas. Host Samantha Brown takes viewers on walking tour of the construction site with looks at the Port Cochere, Grand Atrium Lobby and other noteworthy locations.
A few interesting details are revealed for the first time, including a look at the Mary Poppins-inspired lobby fountain and the two 45' lobby chandeliers.
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Grand Atrium Lobby fountain concept art
Webcast viewers are also eligible for incentive pricing on Aulani, Disney Vacation Club Villas and Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas. Buyers of 160-319 points will receive a $500 Disney Gift Card while buyers of 320 or more receive a $1000 Disney Gift Card. These incentives are available only to viewers of the "Behind the Grand Design" webcast, and apparently can be combined with existing incentives which discount points up to $16 each along with free theme park tickets.
No incentives are offered on the Grand Floridian villas, which is currently priced at $150 per point.
All webcast viewers will also receive a complimentary Disney character lithograph. The lithograph is an exclusive design created especially for this event. Valued at $12.95, the litho is described as follows:
Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Pluto are featured in this lithograph created by renowned Disney Character artist Don "Ducky" Williams. The three best friends have packed their bags and are excited to be staying at The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
The webcast is open to both current and prospective Disney Vacation Club members. Registration is still open, with viewing opportunities available now through August 10, 2013. To register visit www.DVCGrand.com.
