Today DVC unveiled a new discount program for those buying into the program for the first time. The previous incentives of $8 off at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas and $10 off at Saratoga Springs Resort are still in place. However, those who are able to provide the name of an existing DVC member will get a little bit extra.
This is the third year in which DVC has offered a similar referral-driven rewards program during the fall months. In 2005 and 2006, buyers would receive an increased cash discount when supplying the name of a referring member. This year's promotion is slightly different, but still quite beneficial to new buyers.
New customers who are referred by an existing DVC member will receive a one-time grant of 160 Developer's Points with an initial purchase of 225 points or more. 160 points is sufficient to reserve a One Bedroom Villa for six consecutive nights (Sunday to Saturday) at most resorts, during most seasons. Effectively one could view this addedl bonus as granting new members a free vacation just for providing the name of a current member as a referral.
The Developer's Points are virtually identical to standard DVC points with just a few minor differences. Reservations can only be made 7 months from the check-out date using Developer's Points. The points must be used within 12 months of their issuance and they cannot be banked.
To summarize:
New Member WITHOUT Referral
160 pt minimum purchase
$96 per point net ($104 - $8 incentive) at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas
$94 per point net ($104 - $10 incentive) at Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
New Member WITH Referral
225 pt minimum purchase (to obtain Developer's Points)
$96 per point net ($104 - $8 incentive) at Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas
$94 per point net ($104 - $10 incentive) at Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa
One-time bonus of 160 Developer's Points
This is quite an attractive bonus for anyone considering DVC ownership at this time. Those who do not have a referral on file will receive the cash discount but will NOT be eligible to receive the Developer's Points. This offer is open to any new member looking to purchase directly from DVC. You do not need to have a referral currently on-file in order to qualify for this offer. The name of a referring member must simply be provided at the time of purchase.
Anyone contemplating a DVC purchase who is in need of a referral is encouraged to contact me at
Additionally, current DVC members are eligible to receive between 100 and 270 Developer's Points based upon an add-on purchase of 110 or more. Incentive thresholds are as follows:
110 - 159pt add-on at SSR or AKV: 100 Developer's Points
160 - 199 pt add-on at SSR or AKV: 160 Developer's Points
200+ pt add on at SSR or AKV: 270 Developer's Points
The discounted prices of $94 SSR and $96 AKV also apply to add-ons in quantities noted above for current members.
On October 24, DVC sent an email to current members touting this lastest add-on offer. Click HERE to view the message.
