In this week's episode, Peter and Sue give their take on recent Disney news, including the new park coming to Abu Dhabi, new details on the tavern coming to Adventureland, and more! N162

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In what may be the biggest Disney announcement in recent years, on May 7th Disney announced a seventh global resort in Abu Dhabi on YAS Island, where several other theme park resorts are already located.  

The resort is in conjunction with and wholly paid for by Miral, a local Abu Dhabi company, and designed by Disney Imagineering. This will be the second park fully financed by another company after Tokyo Disneyland, which is owned by the Oriental Land Company. It is expected that the park will be open in about 5 years. 

Source: Walt Disney Company, CNN

Disney has release some details of the upcoming tavern that will open later this year. The tavern is called The Beak and Barrel and per Disney, was established by a pirate rumrunner, Captain Meridian “Merry” Goldwyn, and her talkative first mate, Rummy.

Rummy appears to be an animatronic parrot that will greet guests in the main mess hall.  There will also be an enchanted Rum Bottle that serves as the source of the taverns brews. 

A second room is called “The Captain’s Quarters” and will also have some magical bottles that may come to life as well, seemingly inspired by the Adventurer’s Club. 

Alcoholic drinks will be served but limited to two per customer and no carry-out allowed. In addition, the guest experience is listed as a 45-minute time-cycle experience. No word on whether the bar will wholly refresh every 45 minutes with guests, but that seems unlikely. Reservations will begin on June 12th for resort guests, and to the general public June 16th. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

Walt Disney has released the dates for Mickey’s Not so Scary Halloween Party for 2025 and they stretch for 38 dates from August 15th to October 31st. The exact dates are available in our show notes but are three nights a week through late September at which point they go to four nights a week per the usual schedule. 

Tickets went on-sale to on-site guests May 15th which is when we are recording this, and will be available to the general public on May 22nd. Prices are listed between $119 and $229. Dates after October 2nd are all $189 and up. 

Aug. 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29

Sept. 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30

Oct. 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 13, 14, 16, 17, 19, 23, 24, 26, 28, 30, 31

In addition, Disney has announced that the Food and Wine festival will run from August 28th to November 22nd this year. Guests will be treated with over 35 global marketplaces and a return of the Eat to the Beat concert series as well as Emile’s Fromage Montage and Remy’s Hide and Squeak Scavenger Hunt. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog - MNSSHP, Disney Parks Blog - Food and Wine

Source: DVCNews

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In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the perks and discounts at Walt Disney World for 2025 and 2026, including VIP Passholder days, kids free dining, exclusive extended park hours, and more! N161

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Walt Disney World has announced that both early entry and extended evening hours will continue to be offered through 2026. Early entry 30 minutes before official park opening is available to Guests staying at Disney Resort hotels and select other hotels. The evening hours are available to all guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resort, Disney Deluxe Villa Resort or other select hotels. These benefits are all included with stays at a Disney Vacation Club resort regardless of Member eligibility.

In addition, the free water park entry on arrival day will be offered next year, though Disney’s announcement simply says “Summer 2026” for the perk. 

Source: WDW website - Early entry, WDW website - Extended evening, WDW website - Water park, DVCNews.com

In an unusual move for Disney, Disney Vacation Club Members will be allowed access to a discounted dining plan perk in 2026. One child’s dining plan (age 3-9) can be added to the reservation for free for each adult paid package. 

The Quick Service Dining Plan offers two quick service meals and one snack or non-alcoholic beverage per day, plus a refillable beverage mug for the entire length of the stay. The plan is priced at $60.46 per adult and $26.16 per child. The traditional Disney Dining Plan includes one table service meal, one quick service meal and one snack or drink per day, along with the refillable mug. This plan is priced at $98.59 per adult and $31.94 per child.

Source: DVCnews.com

Disney has announced VIP Passholder days will be returning this summer at the Walt Disney Resort from May 14th to July 31st. This is longer than previous years.  The following perks will be offered:

Source: Walt Disney World website, WDW Magic

Total direct sales for Disney Vacation Club in March 2025 were just north of 180,000 which is continued strong sales. Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows dominated the sales numbers with 91,000 points total, which is the second highest total since the resort went on sale. The Polynesian has sold 14% of the resorts 3.8 million points, and is on pace for selling out by the end of 2027. 33% of the resort inventory has been declared to DVC, so with additional declarations not expected until August or September. 

Meanwhile, Disney’s Riviera Resort continues at a pace of 60,000 points in March, which is slightly below the average of the resort. The resort is currently 77% sold and, barring a serious drop, will be sold out by the end of 2026. The resort is also 87% declared into inventory.  There are still 47 units not yet declared.

The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness continue to sell a small but steady 7,000 points a month and are now 3.3% sold.

Source: DVC News

D23 Gold members are now eligible to receive $500 off a Disney Vacation Club purchase of 150 points for new Members or a 100 points for existing Members. This offer is good through the end of 2026. 

In addition, Disney Vacation Club is now allowing 15-year financing for direct purchases instead of 10-year financing. Rates start at 12% which is an extra percentage point above a 10-year loan.

Source: DVC News

Get ready to dance, play and chill because Cool Kid Summer is taking over Walt Disney World Resort starting May 27 through September 1. This is the perfect destination for kids and kids-at-heart with DJ-fueled dance parties, surprise character appearances, hands-on activities and nonstop summer vibes. 

Here’s your first look at what’s coming across Walt Disney World this summer. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

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In this week's episode, Peter and Sue discuss the Disney Vacation Club's announcement of the first in-park Welcome Center in the Canada pavilion at EPCOT. They also share opening dates for two attractions at Disney's Hollywood Studios and the details of a major update coming to Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom. N160

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Disney Vacation Club announced the opening of the first in-park Welcome Home Center in the Canadian pavilion in Epcot.  The location will serve as a walk-in sales location for individuals to learn more about the Disney Vacation Club program and will be called “Chateau de Voyage.” It will feature a walk-through model room of the Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, similar to the Disney Springs location that opened last year with its own model villa of Disney's Riviera Resort.

The Welcome Home Center is not intended to function as a member lounge, but Members will be encouraged to visit and consider adding on points. 

Source: Disney Vacation Club Facebook; DVC News

On March 18, 2025, Disney Vacation Club declared 18 more vacation homes for the timeshare inventory at the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.  This is the third declaration of inventory, bringing the total units available for Members up to 72 units, which is about a third of the resort. The breakdown of the units now available for booking is as follows:

The remaining undeclared rooms are available for cash reservations from Disney. 

Source: DVC News

Disney Parks Blog revealed that The Little Mermaid: An Undersea Adventure and Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After will both open on May 27, 2025.

The Little Mermaid show was originally announced to reopen last fall, but the extensive rebuild of the theater took longer than expected. While in the same location as the original, this show has been reimagined, including newly added renditions of “Kiss the Girl” and “Daughters of Triton”. 

The Disney Villains show is replacing Lightning McQueen Racing Academy on Sunset Boulevard and is expected to feature Cruella DeVil, Captain Hook and Maleficent as live characters with other characters featured in the show on screens. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin at Magic Kingdom will be closing in August 2025 for a major upgrade. The update will include a new character named “Buddy” who will provide training at the start of the adventure and enhanced ride vehicles with video monitors. Blasters will be handheld instead of mounted on vehicles, similar to Disneyland’s version of the ride. The blasters will also feature always on tracking beams with a different color for each blaster in the car to make it easier to aim. Targets will also be interactive by lighting up when hit. 

The ride is scheduled to reopen sometime in 2026. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

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In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the surprise opening of McKim's Mile House, the new Disney Vacation Member Lounge in Magic Kingdom's Frontierland, along with details of the new lounge coming to Spaceship Earth in EPCOT. Disney also revealed more information about the technology used in previously announced attractions coming to Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. N159

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Disney Vacation Club McKim’s Mile House – A Member Lounge had a surprise early opening on March 18th. The new lounge in Frontierland was expected to open sometime this summer. It hosts a number of seating spots, free beverages, and lots of charging ports. Sadly though there are stairs to a second level, members are not allowed upstairs and there is no balcony for viewing parades as they go by. Hours of operation are 11 AM to 6 PM.

In other lounge news, Disney dropped a few more details about the Spaceship Earth lounge in a post on the Disney Parks Blog, including the official name.  The new lounge will be called GEO-82 and will offer reservations open to all guests 21 and older. GEO-82 will offer specialty cocktails and small bites with a view of World Showcase Lagoon and World Celebration Gardens. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog - MK DVC Lounge and Disney Parks Blog - EPCOT Lounge

Disney Vacation Club has quietly changed an Interval International cancellation policy, effective January 1, 2025. Per the website:

“Disney Vacation Club Members are entitled to cancel any exchange confirmation issued 30 days or more in advance of the initial date of occupancy of the Host Accommodations.

However, in all instances, the Member—through the applicable Disney Vacation Club Cast Member—must notify Interval of their desire to cancel such confirmation 30 days or more in advance of the Host Accommodations’ initial date of occupancy.

The previous policy, effective through December 31, 2024, entitled Disney Vacation Club Members to cancel any exchange confirmation issued 7 days or more in advance of the initial date of occupancy of the Host Accommodations.

Regardless of when the cancellation of the qualified exchange confirmation or request occurred, the Member’s Points will not revert to their Disney Vacation Club account. However, the Member will have the right to request a future use through the Vacation Exchange Program, including multiple exchanges (with the exception of a hotel exchange booking), until December 31 of the second calendar year following the calendar year in which the Member’s confirmation was cancelled.”

Source: Disney Vacation Club website

Disney Parks presented an advanced technology seminar at SXSW in Austin showcasing some of the technology from the upcoming new attractions, including the launch system for the Monsters Inc. roller coaster in Disney's Hollywood Studios, the off-road ride vehicles for the Cars ride in Magic Kingdom, and the Stark Flight Lab at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure. 

While generally no timing was provided for projected opening dates, Disney did reveal an update to the Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run will coincide with the Mandalorian movie in May 2026.

Source: Disney Parks Blog

Whispering Canyon Cafe at Disney's Wilderness Lodge will be closing for a short refurbishment from May 12th to 21st.  No other details have been provided. 

On another note, Kali River Rapids in Disney's Animal Kingdom reopened on March 14th and Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros in EPCOT reopened on March 15th.

Source: Walt Disney World website

The private entrance from Disney's Grand Californian resort to Disney California Adventure has been temporarily closed. Disney has stated it should reopen by mid-May. Until then, the Pixar Pier entrance into Pixar Place can be used by hotel guests to get into DCA. 

Source: Disneyland website, DVC News

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In this week's episode, Peter and Sue discuss Moonlight Magic registration changes, Disney's 30th celebration of Blizzard Beach, and more! N158

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As evidenced by the spring Moonlight Magic sign up experiences, there have been some changes put in place to make the opportunity for sign up more fair to all members. 

For both the member with rooms booking and the open registration, Members are encouraged to sign-in ahead of the 11 AM Eastern opening.  Logging into the link requires your member number and is only one valid for one browser. 

At 11 AM, all members signed in are given a random spot in the queue, regardless of the timing of log-in. Spots are assigned until the event is full. 

Reports say that most members who were signed on before 11 AM were able to get the event they selected.

Source: Disney Vacation Club website

Disney Vacation Club is offering members a 20% discount on VIP Tours for April 28th through September 27th with the exemption of holiday dates.  VIP Tours can include up to 10 people and typically range from $450 - 900 per hour.  

Inside sources say that the advent of the Premier Lightning Lane pass has created considerably less demand for the VIP tours, as park-goers can get front of the line access to all of the rides without paying for the VIP tours. For smaller groups there is a significant savings doing this.  

Source: Disney Vacation Club website, DVC News

Images of a 2-bedroom refurbished rooms were released and the results are somewhat surprising. Although the Murphy-style bed has replaced the existing sofa beds as expected and new appliances have been installed, much of the flooring, walls, and cabinetry look the same or have been only refaced. The bathrooms as well seem to be unchanged from previous configurations, and while the room decor is a little lighter, it still maintains the mostly dark tones of the rest of the resort. 

In addition, the exterior of the DVC wing and the Fountain Pool, one of the three pools at the resort, are also being refurbished

Source: DVC News

Blizzard Beach first opened its gates on April 1, 1995, and Disney is celebrating with a series of limited-time events at the park. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will greet guests dressed in their winter attire. A DJ will play music throughout the day, along with dance parties and family-friendly games. Unique character-themed tubes will be found on Cross Country Creek, and limited time food and beverage offerings will be available for purchase.

On May 1st, Blizzard Beach will be closing for the season, with Typhoon Lagoon opening to take its place. Since the pandemic, Disney has only had one of the two water parks open at any one time. Normal operating hours are 10 AM to 5 PM. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog, DVC News

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In this week's episode, Peter and Sue discuss the sad news of Jellyrolls closing on Disney's Boardwalk and the announcement of new offerings at Disneyland Resort's Season of the Force. Also, two Member cruises have been scheduled for 2026, direct prices increased for several DVC resorts, and the first quarter condo association meeting information has been announced. N157

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Jellyrolls Original Dueling Piano Showcase at the Disney's Boardwalk is closing after 30 years. Jellyrolls posted on their Instagram account:  "After nearly thirty years on Disney's Boardwalk, Jellyrolls is making a move! Come celebrate with us into the spring season and keep your eyes on our social media for exciting new updates!"

After recording, Jellyrolls announced their final performance will be on April 19, 2025. No information on the new location has been provided, but in a separate post it was indicated that the new location will be off Disney Property.  

Rumors have been circulating for last 6 months about the closure, but this was the first news we have heard. No word on what will replace Jellyrolls if anything, though the rumors have mentioned a Jazz Club in that location. 

Source: Jellyrolls Instagram, DVC News

Disney Vacation Club has announced a Member exclusive river cruise through Adventures by Disney. The cruise is from June 4-11, 2026 in the south of France, including stops in Lyon, Avignon, and Arles. Per DVC, Disney artist and the voice of Mickey Mouse Bret Iwan will "join Members in the voyage’s guided adventures at each idyllic port and spend quality time adventuring together with some of the best Disney fans on Earth."  Bookings will open on February 18th at 9 AM Eastern time. Members may use either points or cash. Prices have not yet been released.  

Also, the 2026 Member cruise dates were also revealed to be August 31 - September 7. The cruise will depart on the Disney Dream from Southhampton England and visit Denmark and Norway. Registration is scheduled to open Saturday March 22, 2025 via member services. At least one member must register for the cruise using points. 

Source: DVC website - ABD River Cruise, DVC website - Member Cruise

While it has been known for a while that the primary on-sale resorts would be increasing in price on February 11th, a number of additional resorts increased in price as well. 

New Resorts at the Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows, Disney's Riviera Resort, The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort, and Aulani, Disney Vacation Club Villas all increased by $10 to $235 per point. The Villas at the Disneyland Hotel also increased to $245 per point, a $6 increase. 

Meanwhile, prices per point increased for sold out resorts as follows:

There are still discount rates for all the new resorts available when buying a minimum of 100 points for existing Members and 150 points for new Members. Disney Chase Visa is also offering $1000 incentive for any purchase of 150 points or more. 

Source: DVC News - New resorts, DVC News - Sold out resorts, DVC News - Chase Visa

Recent changes in Florida timeshare laws require DVC resorts to hold condo association meetings quarterly, and Disney has announced that the Q1 2025 condo association meetings will take place on March 5th, 2025. Each meeting will be 45 minutes long, with the first one starting at 9 AM at the Boardwalk Inn Convention Center. Members need to register in advance. 

Source: DVC News, Condo Meeting Link

Every spring, the Disneyland Resort holds the Season of the Force event, scheduled this year for March 28th through May 11th. A new projection show will be added in the area of the Millennium Falcon, called “Shadows of Memory: The Skywalker Saga”.  In addition, Luke Skywalker will be meeting during this time. Showtimes for both the projection show and the meet and greet have yet to be announced. In addition, special food items will be available, including a droid popcorn bucket and Darth Vader drink mug. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

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In this week's episode, Peter and Sue share the news of a Member Valentine's event and closing dates for the Grand Avenue area, including Muppet*Vision 3D. They also discuss upcoming room refurbishments at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and look back on 2024 direct sales statistics. N156

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Disney Vacation Club has added another “Meet and Treat” event at the Atlantic Dance Hall on Disney's Boardwalk. On February 3rd, 4th, and 5th, the Valentine's event will take place between 11 AM and 1 PM. Disney characters will be available for photos and Members will receive special treats. 

Members must have a stay booked on the day of the event at a Walt Disney World resort or Disney's Vero Beach Resort. The Member and up to 4 guests will be allowed to participate.

Source: DVC News

Last August, Disney announced that a new Monster’s Inc land coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios, and now we have a better idea when construction will start. Disney has announced Mama Melrose will close after May 10th, with Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzaRizzo to follow after June 7th. 

No expected date for the Monster’s Inc land opening has been announced. Based on the concept art shared, much of this area is expected to remain the same with the two restaurants and the theater being rethemed and repurposed for Monster’s Inc. The new door coaster is expected to be installed beyond the back of the area, so it is quite possible that portions of the area could re-open before the coaster is completed. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

A recent Disney Parks Blog article mentioned all rooms at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will be refurbished this year, including the Disney Vacation Club villas. An image shared in the post shows the arts and crafts style with a brighter look. Exact dates were not shared but based on previous comments, the room refurbishments are expected to start in the spring and are long overdue. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

Disney Vacation Club direct sales for 2024 showed a 13.9% drop in sales from 2023 with just over 1.9 million points sold. This is still a better number than 5 of the last 13 years, but maybe surprisingly low considering the opening of two new resorts in 2024. 

However, December was a strong month, almost double of December 2023 sales, thanks to strong sales at the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Disney's Riviera Resort sales remain brisk as well, with 83,000 points sold at the former and 67,000 points at the latter. Riviera is now 74% sold, and at current pace should sell out in about 2 years. The Polynesian declared another 14 units on December 10th, with 24% of the resort now declared into inventory. 

The Villas at Disneyland Hotel continues to sell at a slow but steady pace of around 20,000 points per month and is 26% sold.  Current rates calculate the resort will be on sale at least 6 more years before it sells out. 

Meanwhile The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort continue to be a bust. 5,900 points were sold in December, meaning the total for 2024 of 66,000 points is less than last month sold at either Riviera or Polynesian. The cabins are now 2.4% sold and are on pace for being on sale forever. 

Source: DVC News

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In this week's episode, Peter and Sue share the news of a Member Valentine's event and closing dates for the Grand Avenue area, including Muppet*Vision 3D. They also discuss upcoming room refurbishments at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and look back on 2024 direct sales statistics. N156

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Disney Vacation Club has added another “Meet and Treat” event at the Atlantic Dance Hall on Disney's Boardwalk. On February 3rd, 4th, and 5th, the Valentine's event will take place between 11 AM and 1 PM. Disney characters will be available for photos and Members will receive special treats. 

Members must have a stay booked on the day of the event at a Walt Disney World resort or Disney's Vero Beach Resort. The Member and up to 4 guests will be allowed to participate.

Source: DVC News

Last August, Disney announced that a new Monster’s Inc land coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios, and now we have a better idea when construction will start. Disney has announced Mama Melrose will close after May 10th, with Muppet*Vision 3D and PizzaRizzo to follow after June 7th. 

No expected date for the Monster’s Inc land opening has been announced. Based on the concept art shared, much of this area is expected to remain the same with the two restaurants and the theater being rethemed and repurposed for Monster’s Inc. The new door coaster is expected to be installed beyond the back of the area, so it is quite possible that portions of the area could re-open before the coaster is completed. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

A recent Disney Parks Blog article mentioned all rooms at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa will be refurbished this year, including the Disney Vacation Club villas. An image shared in the post shows the arts and crafts style with a brighter look. Exact dates were not shared but based on previous comments, the room refurbishments are expected to start in the spring and are long overdue. 

Source: Disney Parks Blog

Disney Vacation Club direct sales for 2024 showed a 13.9% drop in sales from 2023 with just over 1.9 million points sold. This is still a better number than 5 of the last 13 years, but maybe surprisingly low considering the opening of two new resorts in 2024. 

However, December was a strong month, almost double of December 2023 sales, thanks to strong sales at the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. Disney's Riviera Resort sales remain brisk as well, with 83,000 points sold at the former and 67,000 points at the latter. Riviera is now 74% sold, and at current pace should sell out in about 2 years. The Polynesian declared another 14 units on December 10th, with 24% of the resort now declared into inventory. 

The Villas at Disneyland Hotel continues to sell at a slow but steady pace of around 20,000 points per month and is 26% sold.  Current rates calculate the resort will be on sale at least 6 more years before it sells out. 

Meanwhile The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort continue to be a bust. 5,900 points were sold in December, meaning the total for 2024 of 66,000 points is less than last month sold at either Riviera or Polynesian. The cabins are now 2.4% sold and are on pace for being on sale forever. 

Source: DVC News

My DVC Points is an awesome community of DVC members. Our positive, respectful, and authentic conversations about Disney Vacation Club designed to help people make informed and educated decisions about what's best for their families. Our content focuses on a Disney Vacation Member lifestyle. We cover everything from buying, selling, renting, picking your next resort or Disney restaurant. Our conversations start on the My DVC Points Podcast and DVC Newscast and continue on our Facebook Group and our live shows multi-streamed to Facebook and YouTube. Please download our smartphone app. Play Trivia with us every Friday night at 9 PM Eastern at Mouse Quiz!

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In this week's episode, Peter and Sue discuss the updates to rules for point transferring and Moonlight Magic registration eligibility. They also share news on upcoming refurbishments, including Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Copper Creek, and one of the Grand Floridian pools. N155

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Disney Vacation Club has added an addendum to the multi-site public offering statement that governs all DVC resorts in regards to the transfer of points. Point transfers are transfers of points between Members. Transfers can only be done once per year per contract, whether transferring points in or out. Points retain their home resort and original use year when transferred and can be used by the receiving owner at the 11-month window.  

Previously only points in their original use year could be transferred.  Now all points that are eligible, including points that are banked or borrowed.

Note that once points are banked or borrowed, they cannot change use year again and would retain the use year even after the transfer. 

Source: DVC News

Disney Vacation Club has updated registration eligibility guidelines for Moonlight Magic events for Members. Previously, Members were limited to only registering at one event in each park per year. New for 2025, Members will only be allowed to register for one event per “season,” with three seasons announced for 2025 so far. The registration dates were released as well. Early registration is available for Members with an eligible on-site reservation on the day of the event.

Winter Season

Early registration for winter season is on January 15, 2025, followed by general registration on January 17, 2025.

Spring Season

Early registration for spring season is on February 27, 2025, followed by general registration on March 6, 2025.

Summer Season

Early registration for summer season is on May 15, 2025, followed by general registration on May 22, 2025.

The intent behind this change is to give more Members opportunities to attend these events.

Source: Disney Vacation Club website, DVC News

Inovabed, the manufacturer of the pull-down Murphy-style beds installed at most DVC properties over the last 5 years, has confirmed that the beds are scheduled to be installed at the Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge during the upcoming refurbishment. The refurbishment is scheduled to start May 2025, with no definitive end date announced. 

Source: DVC News

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad closed for a major refurbishment on January 6th, 2025, and is expected to last about 15 months. The refurbishment includes full replacement of the track and is expected to also include improvements to some of the show scenes. It is unknown if the length of closure will be affected by the Magic Kingdom closure of Rivers of America or the Villains Land expansion. 

Source: Walt Disney World website

Walt Disney World has announced that the Courtyard Pool at the Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa will be closed from January 13th to late February for a brief refurbishment. Of the two pools at the Grand Floridian, the Courtyard Pool is at the center of the resort. The Beach Pool, which is nearer the original DVC building, will remain open. 

Source:  DVC News

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Disney Vacation Club has removed from the system the option to enroll in monthly dues payments and still use a gift card to pay dues. In previous years, Members could enroll in monthly autopay and then pay dues each month with a gift card just before the deduction of the payment. 

Now, DVC has indicated this will not be an option. In a statement, DVC has shared the following:

While you are enrolled in Auto-Pay for Annual Dues, Disney Gift Cards and Disney Rewards Redemption Cards are not acceptable forms of payment per our terms and conditions. To make a payment with a Gift Card or Rewards card, please first un-enroll by selecting My Annual Dues > Manage Auto-Pay > Cancel Autopay. After making your payment, please re-enroll in Autopay by February 14 for any remaining balance due. If you are not re-enrolled in Autopay by February 14, any outstanding Annual Dues balance will be considered past due on February 15, subject to late fees and interest, and due in full. If you removed Autopay to pay in full, please remember to re-enroll if you want to continue with automatic payments for future years.

Source: DVC News

Lots of good info came out of the recent annual Condo Association meetings. Thanks to DVC News.com for gathering all this information. 

Source: DVC News

Starting February 10th, base direct prices are scheduled to increase for most resorts, including Riviera, Fort Wilderness, Polynesian, and Aulani; the base price increases by $10 to $235 per point, while the Villas at the Disneyland Hotel will increase from $239 to $245 each. 

Source: DVC News

With the opening of the Polynesian Island Tower, it is now possible to break the number of rooms down to determine the quantity of room types and categories.

Source: DVC Help

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