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January 11, 2025Updates to Point Transfer Rules and Moonlight Magic Registration
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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DVC changes transfer point rules
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
Moonlight Magic Adjustments and 2025 Registration Details
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
Disney's Hollywood Studios - January 26, 2025
Disney California Adventure - February 3, 2025
Disney's Animal Kingdom - February 12, 2025
Early registration for winter season is on January 15, 2025, followed by general registration on January 17, 2025.
Spring Season
EPCOT - April 30, 2025
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon - May 20, 2025
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon - June 9, 2025
Early registration for spring season is on February 27, 2025, followed by general registration on March 6, 2025.
Summer Season
EPCOT - July 17, 2025
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon - August 11, 2025
Disney's Hollywood Studios - September 1, 2025
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
Pull-down sofa beds confirmed at Copper Creek refurb
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
Extended closure for Big Thunder Mountain begins
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
Short pool refurb at Grand Floridian
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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December 23, 20242024 Condo Association announcements and direct pricing increases
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DVC Removes the Ability to Pay Monthly Dues with Gift Cards
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
Bits of news from Condo Association meetings
Lots of good info came out of the recent annual Condo Association meetings. Thanks to DVC News.com for gathering all this information.
Soft goods refresh on Copper Creek is expected to start in late Spring 2025. Changes include a new color palette, more Disney Intellectual Property, artwork, fabrics, and more. 12 to 16 rooms will be taken out of service at a time. The project is expected to take just under 12 months. There is no word on the installation of Murphy Beds.
Bay Lake Tower refurb planned in four stages.
The current set of rooms is expected to open
All rooms to get murphy style bed.
Twin sleepers were added to 1- and 2-bedrooms, NOT studios.
The design of the studios won’t change (galley kitchen).
USB ports are being added to rooms.
Skybridge will close January 2025, guests will have to go to ground floor to walk to Contemporary.
Hard goods for AKV will start in October 2025, starting in Kidani units. Kidani will also refresh the lobby and community hall. Expected to last 9 months. Jambo will start in 2026.
Grand Californian hard goods refurbishment is still expected to start in 2025. Saratoga Treehouse villas are planned for late 2025 as well, with Old Key West on deck for 2026.
Board members spoke out about commercial renting of points:
Shannon Sakaske, VP, Member Experiences & Club Management: "There’s two types of renting that members do. One that you alluded to, which is ‘I’m not going to use my points this year. They’re going to expire and I want to get some money to offset my dues.’ That’s allowed within our rules. We allow members the flexibility to rent. The other category is someone who is doing it commercially. They own a lot of points and it’s a frequent occurrence. We are actively figuring out ways to go after that, and stop that to the best of our ability. Hopefully this is not a conversation we will be having in future years. We’re going to go after that and try to remedy it as best we can."
Senior Vice President and General Manager Bill Diercksen confirmed that DVC has "added resources to our core team at DVC in order to pursue this and make sure that it is fair" to everyday members. According to Yvonne Chang, Executive Director, Business Operations "We’ve got a whole team of folks focused on this. Hopefully by next year when we have this conversation, we will see some improvement.”
In a later session Sakaske was even more direct, saying that while they have no issues with members occasionally renting points, "[y]ou just can’t do it commercially. That is against our rules. We are actively pursuing plans to go after those people and stop that behavior."
The Board was also asked about the practice of walking reservations. “Walking” involves booking a reservation weeks or months early, and then adjusting the times on the Resort Tool to ensure you get hard-to-get dates and/or room categories. The board seemed less interested in resolving this issue as the focus seemed to be on not causing “unintended consequences” with any changes.
Sakaske said, "[w]e’re aware of that dynamic and the impact that it can have on others who are waiting on the 11-month window to book. We set those rules and we could change it if we find a better approach."
Yvonne Chang later added: "One of the responsibilities obviously as a board is always to listen to feedback and act on behalf of the membership as a whole. To make sure that whatever rules are changed are…because of your input and because it benefits everyone. Everything that is done sometimes has unintended consequences."
Steve Whittington, Director of Strategy and Development: "The members that are walking—they don’t like to do that either. So we’re looking at different solutions as Yvonne mentioned. How do we maintain the spirit of what we want, which is fewer calls to the reservation center [or going online] to make the booking? But at the same time, make sure we aren’t creating any unintended consequences."
Source: DVC News
Direct Price Increase February 10th, 2025
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
Room Distribution at Poly Island Tower
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.
Rooms facing the golf course/parking lot are considered resort or standard views.
Rooms facing the pool are considered Preferred View
Duo Rooms facing the lake but with restricted views are considered Premium View
All other rooms facing the lake have views of Magic Kingdom and are considered Theme Park Views.
Source: DVC Help
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December 06, 2024New DVC Resort Announced, 2026 Point Charts, and more!
In this week's episode, Shannon, Peter, and Sue discuss the new DVC resort, Disney's Lakeshore Lodge, under construction at the former Reflections site and give an overview of changes for the 2026 point charts. More information has been revealed for the new Membership Magic Beyond program, including EPCOT Member lounge special hours. The crew also shares details and timing for attractions and entertainment coming in 2025 at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, and more! N153
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Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge announced
Disney Vacation Club officially addressed the construction going on at Fort Wilderness, and it’s what many predicted - DVC has restarted construction on the location of the former Reflections - A Disney Lakeside Lodge.
The project has been renamed Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge and it was announced that plans are to open it sometime in 2027. This location was first announced in 2018 but was postponed indefinitely after the pandemic. There has been no further information released so it is not known if the construction plans will be similar to what had previously been released for Reflections. We posted the layout of the resort and some concept art on the Lakeshore Lodge resort page on DVCHelp.com. The resort originally was going to be a shared cash and DVC resort similar to Boardwalk, showing at least 17 cabins as part of the layout. A Princess and The Frog inspired restaurant was also described.
Source: DVC News
New operating hours coming to EPCOT Member Lounge
With the new Membership Magic Beyond program, the Disney Vacation Club ImaginAtrium – A Member Lounge at EPCOT will have updated operating hours. Starting January 12th, the normal operating hours will shift an hour earlier from 10 AM to 5PM. The lounge will then be closed for an hour and re-open for the Membership Beyond benefit with a character Meet and Greet that will run from 6 PM to 9 PM in the lounge. It is not known if there will still be drinks and snacks available during that extra time.
Source: Disney Vacation Club website
More info on Membership Magic Beyond
Disney Vacation Club has released more information on Membership Magic Benefits, including pricing for discounted park tickets and the option to purchase the Sorcerer Pass with points.
For Walt Disney World, the discounted offering is a 5-day weekday only park ticket that includes a free one-day Water Park benefit. The ticket discount is 5% for some dates and 10% for the remaining dates. Tickets may also be purchased with a park hopper and must be used within 8 days of first use. Tickets are only available for a maximum of 8 people and are restricted to those in the Member's household. (Note: Our sponsor, DVC Resale Market, offers ticket discounts of 10% on all dates with unrestricted use.)
For Disneyland, a 3-day weekday only ticket is available up to 35% off, with two pricing options at $330 for dates through December 19th, and $415 through January 1st, 2026. Hopping can be added for $90. Similarly, the tickets have to be used within 13 days of first use and are restricted to those in the Member's household.
Finally, Members can purchase a Sorcerer Pass using 75 points or can renew for 65 points. Current purchase/renewal price is $1079/$929 plus tax. This means you are getting a value of $15.32 per point on new purchase, and $15.22 per point for renewal.
Membership Magic Beyond is available to purchase from Disney Vacation Club for $99 for eligible Members. Only one person per membership needs to join.
Source: Disney Vacation Club website, DVC News
Points Charts released for 2026
For the most part, the points charts for 2026 showed little change from 2025 except for the shifting of holidays. “Standard view” has been changed at most resorts to “Resort View”, with Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa being the exception. At Bay Lake Tower, the room categories are now Resort, Preferred, and Theme Park. At Boardwalk Villas, the room categories changed to Resort, Preferred, and Boardwalk.
At the Boardwalk Villas, Studio points were adjusted slightly throughout the seasons.
Standard weeknights in three lowest categories increased by 1 point. (September, January, May, early December)
Standard weeknights in Category 4 lowered by 1 point. (Early February and Summer)
Standard weekends in Category 5 lowered by 1 point (October, November)
These changes flatten out the weekly rate for the bottom 4 categories, which used to range from 71 to 92 points per night, but now range from 76 to 87 points a night.
At The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) rate increased from $2.87 per point to $2.96 per point. The Grand Villas increased between 2 to 4 points per night. It doesn’t appear any other room categories were lowered accordingly, and the change totals to less than 2,200 points across the whole year.
Source: Disney Vacation Club website
WDW and Disneyland Updates for 2025
Disney has listed Test Track will return in “late summer 2025.”
Disney also announced that DINOSAUR will remain open through all of 2025 and is expected to close sometime in 2026.
Pirates of Caribbean-Inspired Tavern is listed as opening in late 2025.
EPCOT’s Spaceship Earth lounge will open “before summer begins” in 2025.
The new villains show coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios will be called “Unfairly Ever After,” opening Summer 2025.
The new Zootopia: Better Together show at Tree of Life Theater is still listed for “Winter 2025.” It's Tough to be a Bug is expected to close after the holiday season.
On May 16, 2025, Disneyland Resort will begin their 70th anniversary celebration with new entertainment. “Walt Disney - A Magical Life” will open in the Main Street Theater in Disneyland. In addition, a new show called “World of Color Happiness” will debut. The Paint the Night parade will also return on this date. The 70th anniversary celebration will run through Summer 2026.
The Disney Parks Blog shared the menu for Wailulu Bar and Grill at the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows.
Source: Disney Parks Blog - WDW, Disney Parks Blog - Disneyland, Disney Parks Blog - Wailulu Bar and Grill
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November 26, 20242025 Dues, MK Lounge Update, Hollywood Studios changes
In this week's episode, Peter and Sue share a breakdown of the 2025 dues, more details on the new Disney Vacation Club lounge in Magic Kingdom, attraction changes at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and much more! N152
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DVC 2025 Dues Released
On November 21st, Disney Vacation Club released the new dues per point for 2025. Overall, the numbers were pretty much in the normal range with most of the resorts increasing between the 4.0 - 6.0 %. The California resorts actually saw a lower rate with only a 3% increase. Disney's Riviera Resort was also very low at 2.3% and Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows actually saw a nearly 4% decrease in dues with the addition of the Island Tower absorbing much of the cost.
Resort2024 Dues2025 DuesIncreaseAnimal Kingdom Villas$9.0820 $9.6470 6.22% Aulani $9.7620 $10.1219 3.68% Aulani Subsidized$7.3385 $7.6090 3.68% Bay Lake Tower$7.5902 $8.0150 5.59% Beach Club Villas$8.6256 $9.1207 5.73% BoardWalk Villas$8.6711 $9.0570 4.45% Boulder Ridge$8.6790 $9.1885 5.87% Copper Creek Villas$8.0938 $8.4914 4.91% Disneyland Hotel$9.5307 $9.8207 3.04% Fort Wilderness Cabins$12.1542 $11.8769 -2.33% Grand Californian$8.5544 $8.7974 2.84% Grand Floridian$7.5740 $7.9298 4.69% Hilton Head$11.3140 $11.9207 5.36% Old Key West$9.8666 $10.5049 6.46% Polynesian$8.2301 $7.9263 -3.69% Riviera$8.8508 $9.0572 2.33% Saratoga Springs$8.1388 $8.5394 4.92% Vero Beach$13.8628 $14.3026 3.18% Vero Beach Subsidized$10.8906 $11.2374 3.18%
Source: DVC News
More info released on DVC Lounge in Magic Kingdom
Disney Vacation Club has announced that the new member lounge in Magic Kingdom will be opening in the Summer 2025. The lounge will be named “McKim’s Mile House - a DVC Lounge.” The name is a nod to former Imagineer and Disney Legend Sam McKim who helped influence the design of Frontierland. It is located in the former location of the Frontierland Shootin' Arcade. Similar to other member lounges, the location will feature comfortable seating for guests, wireless internet, recharging stations for electronic devices and free beverages and snacks.
Source: DVC News
Major changes for Muppets announced at Hollywood Studios
Disney shared on the Disney Parks Blog that Monstropolis, the new Monsters Inc area coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios, will be taking over the Muppets section, including MuppetVision 3D, PizzaRizzo, and Mama Melrose. The concept art shows the area re-using the existing buildings for new shows and dining experiences. The new door roller coaster will be built behind the existing structures, likely into part of the parking lot.
However, the Muppets will remain in the park and will instead be replacing Aerosmith from Rock and Roller Coaster as the new “hosts” for the ride.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Other DVC announcements
Disney Vacation Club announced that Copper Creek resort will undergo their soft goods refurbishment from May to September of 2025.
Murphy style beds have been seen being installed at Bay Lake Tower, confirming their installation in the latest refurb.
Topolino’s Terrace closing for short refurb from January 12 to 25, 2025.
As of November 19th, bookings at the new Island tower are open to all DVC members with rights to book at the Polynesian resort.
Disney Treasure had its official christening and will be setting sail on its first itineraries out of Port Canaveral.
Destination D23 event announced at Walt Disney World August 29-31st at Coronado Springs, with the event “Double in Size” from previous ones held in Florida.
Source: DVC News - Copper Creek, DVC News - BLT, D23 website
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November 03, 2024 Sorcerer Pass price increases, DVC Member treats at MVMCP and Jollywood Nights, and more!
Shannon and Peter discuss the price increase of the Disney Sorcerer Pass, the return of the EPCOT Member lounge, special Member treats at Jollywood Nights and Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party, and more! N151
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Disney Sorcerer Pass price increase
The cost of the Disney Sorcerer Pass, the annual pass available to Disney Vacation Club Members, increased from $999 to $1079, an $80 increase. This pass is still a $470 savings over the Disney Incredi-Pass, which is the only pass available to the general public. Despite the blockout dates around Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, the eligibility to purchase the Sorcerer Pass is one of the most valuable perks of membership.
Source: DVC News, Walt Disney World website
DVC ImaginAtrium Lounge re-opens
The Disney Vacation Club ImaginAtrium in EPCOT has reopened after a lengthy refurbishment. The lounge has not changed significantly, mostly a new paint scheme and new seating, but it is available again for those with member benefits. Check-in is located inside the exit to the Journey Into Imagination With Figment attraction.
Source: DVC News, Disney Vacation Club website
Special treats for DVC members at the holiday parties.
Both of the special event Christmas parties at Walt Disney World this year will have dates with special treats for Disney Vacation Club Members.
During Jollywood Nights at Disney's Hollywood Studios on November 13th and 18th, Members will have a special treat stop at PizzaRizzo from 7:30 PM to 12:30 AM. The perk is open to qualifying members and up to 4 guests.
Three dates of the Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party will also have a special Member offering, called Very Member Merriment. On December 5,12, and 19, Members can visit A Pirate’s Adventure - Treasures of the Seven Seas in Adventureland between 7 PM and midnight to claim a complimentary treat along with a keepsake. Details of the giveaway have not been provided.
Source: DVC News - Jollywood Nights, DVC News - MVMCP, Disney Vacation Club website
More Riviera rooms declared
Disney Vacation Club has declared another 25 DVC studios into inventory at Disney's Riviera Resort as of October 25th. This declaration means that 86% of the resort or 269 of the 294 rooms have been released to member bookings. Based on current inventory and sales rate, it is expected that this resort will be completely sold out in about 2 years.
Source: DVC News
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October 18, 2024Lightning Lane Premier and Membership Magic Beyond Announced and more!
Shannon, Peter, and Sue discuss the newly announced Membership Magic Beyond program for Disney Vacation Club members and a new Lightning Lane offering called Preimier Pass. The crew also shares upcoming closures and refurbishments and new holiday offerings at Walt Disney World. N150
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New Membership Magic Beyond Program revealed
Disney Vacation Club announced a new program for eligible Members called Membership Magic Beyond. This add-on will cost $99 for the first year and will apply from January 12th through December 31st, 2025. Only one purchase is necessary to apply across all memberships in a household.
Benefits of this extra program are as follows:
Access to Walt Disney World 5-day weekday ticket with 1 water park visit or Disneyland 3-day weekday pass including Lighting Lane Multi-pass for discounted rates for the Member and up to 7 others in the household. Actual prices have not yet been provided.
Reserve a 30-day Memory Maker entitlement once a year.
Priority Access to the Member lounges that will put you to the top of the waitlist - including the EPCOT, Disneyland, and upcoming Frontierland lounge.
An Exclusive Meet and Mingle with special characters at the Epcot lounge.
Use your points to buy a sorcerer’s pass. No word on how many points for this, but Peter Estimated 100-120 points per pass.
Get BOGO pricing on One Time Use Points. Can purchase up to 12 points and get 24 in a use year.
Wave $95 transaction fee to use points for Adventures by Disney, Disney Collection, ABD, and DCL.
Source: Disney Vacation Club website
Disneyland Ticket Prices Increase
Disneyland ticket prices rose again on October 9th. The average price increase was 6-7%. Single day tickets remain on six tiers, with the most expensive single day ticket priced at $206.
A 4-day pass is now $445, and a pre-book Lightning Lane Multi Pass is now $32, up from $30.
Annual passes also increased by up to 20%, though they are currently not available to purchase.
Source: Mouse Planet
Permanent and extended closes announced for Walt Disney World
This week Walt Disney World announced the first closures related to the replacement of DinoLand USA. On January 12th, 2025, Triceratops Spin, Fossil Fun Games, and Chester & Hester’s Dinosaur Treasures will be closing. The remaining DinoLand attractions do not have a closing date yet.
In addition, an extended closure of Big Thunder Mountain Railroad has been announced to be closing on January 6th, 2025 and will reopen sometime in 2026 with “a little bit of new magic”.
Finally, a delay in the opening of the new version of the Little Mermaid stage show has been announced. Originally planned for fall of 2024, Walt Disney World is now saying this attraction will not open until summer of 2025.
Source: All Ears - Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney World website - Big Thunder Mountain, Blog Mickey - Little Mermaid
New Lightning Lane Premier Pass for Deluxe Guests Announced
Disney is trying a new program where guests and members staying at Deluxe resorts can add a Premiere Lightning Lane to their park ticket. The perk gives access to one of each Lightning Lane ride in each park on the day of purchase. This includes both Multi Pass and Single Pass for all rides in the park, but only applies to one park each day. Prices vary significantly by park and date:
Animal Kingdom : $129 to $199
Epcot: $169 to $249
Hollywood Studios: $269 to $349
Magic Kingdom: $329 to $449
Disneyland: $300 to $400
Source: Walt Disney World website, Disneyland website
New Holiday Additions at Walt Disney World
Some new announcements for the holidays at Walt Disney World:
Santa will be greeting at Restaurantosaurus’ 75th Annual Dino Institute Holiday Party in Animal Kingdom starting November 12th.
Live entertainment will be added to Hollywood Studios for the holiday. The includes Juggling Elves, the Holiday Spirit Band - a dynamic brass ensemble, and Seasons Jukebox - a collegiate marching band. All are scheduled to start November 12th.
Candlelight Processional Narrators will be as follows:
11/29 – 11/30 Josh Gad
12/1 – 12/2 Nico Santos (NEW)
12/3-12/5 Chrissy Metz
12/6 – 12/7 Whoopi Goldberg
12/8 – 12/10 Tituss Burgess (NEW)
2/11 – 12/12 Brendan Fraser
12/13 – 12/14 Ralph Macchio (NEW)
12/15 – 12/16 Gary Sinise
12/17 – 12/18 Neil Patrick Harris
12/19 – 12/21 Pat Sajak
12/22 – 12/23 Gloria Estefan
12/24 – 12/26 Edward James Olmos
12/27 – 12/28 Sterling K Brown
12/29 – 12/30 Jodi Benson
Source: Disney Parks Blog, Disney Parks Blog - Candlelight Processional
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October 07, 2024 DVC Meet and Treat event returns, Poly, BLT and Reflections updates
In this week's episode, Peter and Sue share the return of the Halloween Meet and Treat event for Disney Vacation Club Members, Island Tower incentives, Bay Lake Tower refurbishment news, and a permit request related to the Reflections site. N149
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DVC Halloween Meet and Treat returns this October
For the third year, the Halloween Meet and Treat event is returning and will take place at the Atlantic Dance Hall on the Boardwalk from 11 AM to 1 PM on October 14, 15, 28 and 29, Members can bring up to four guests and can only attend one of the dates. Members must have a reservation at a Walt Disney Resort on the event day.
Previous years' events featured character greets, snacks and treats, and a collectible popcorn bucket.
Source: Disney Vacation Club website, DVC News
Island Tower Incentives Revealed for Current Members
Incentives for the Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows were released on October 1st. Existing Members can get a discount of $10 per point off the $225 starting price for a 150 point contract. New Member discounts have not been announced but are usually lower than those for existing Members.
Current Member
DiscountCurrent Member
Price per Point 50 - 99 pointsN/A$225 100 - 124 pointsN/A$225 125 - 149 pointsN/A$225 150 - 199 points$10$215 200 - 249 points $13$212 250 - 299 points$14$211 300 - 499 points$15$210 500 - 999 points$16$209 1000+ points$17$208
In addition, the Disney Vacation Club Preview Center at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa has opened up a preview of a 2-bedroom lock-off room of the Island Tower.
Source: DVC News
BLT room refurbishment begins, pool closure planned
The year-long refurbishment of Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort has started, and according to DVC News, some guests in studios have been offered relocation to the Contemporary Tower as well as some daily compensation. The refurbishment is scheduled to last until September 2025. Elevator bank closures have already been experienced and sky bridge closures also expected.
In addition, Disney just announced the extended closure of the entire courtyard pool complex of Bay Lake Tower, including the Bay Cove Pool, whirlpool spa and the kids water play, from January to May 2026. Members will be allowed to use the main pool at the Contemporary Resort during the closure.
Source: DVC News
Reflections work resuming?
A new permit has been filed with the Federal Aviation Administration to erect a 240-foot crane on the site of the stalled Reflections - A Disney Lakeside Lodge project near Disney's Wilderness Lodge. Several other permits have been filed over the last few months which indicate possible construction in the area, but this is the most conclusive to indicate something large-scale may be happening here. No official announcement from Disney Vacation Club has been made.
Source: DVC News
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September 20, 2024New Moonlight Magic events, Island Tower On Sale Dates
In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter share the Moonlight Magic dates for Disney Vacation Club Members and the key dates of sales and bookings for the Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. N148
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DVC announces new 2024 and 2025 Moonlight Magic Dates
In an email to members, Disney Vacation Club announced that members with full membership privileges will soon be able to book a new round of Moonlight Magic dates for 2024, as well as sharing the dates for 2025.
First, three new Moonlight Magic events at Disney's Animal Kingdom were announced for the rest of 2024. These dates are listed as October 24, November 21, and December 10, all on Thursdays. Members will be allowed to register for ONE of these events, even if they have already attended a Moonlight Magic in 2024. However, Members may not register for multiple nights. Guests with resort stays will be able to register on September 19th, while guests without reservations can register on October 8th.
As for 2025, the following dates were announced:
January 26th and September 1st at Disney's Hollywood Studios
February 3rd at Disney California Adventure
February 12th at Disney's Animal Kingdom
April 30th and July 17th at EPCOT
May 20th, June 9th and August 11th at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
There is no news of registration dates for the 2025 events.
Source: Member e-mail, Disney Vacation Club website
Island Tower begin sales on October 1st
The new Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows goes on sale for existing members on October 1st, 2024. The price is listed at $225 per point, which is consistent with Disney's Riviera Resort and The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness. Promotional discounts will likely be announced on October 1st.
Early booking will begin on October 15th for existing Members that add on at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows or already own as a Home Resort by calling Member Services.
First time DVC buyers will be able to purchase points at the new tower on October 19th, with booking opening on November 5th.
On November 19. 2024, reservations for Island Tower can be made with points from other Home resorts, subject to the 7-month window and any resale restrictions.
As a reminder the opening date for the resort is December 17, 2024. The resort includes four booking categories: Standard, Preferred, Premium, and Theme Park. Preferred includes partial/full view of lakes, pools, or golf course. Premium is partial/full view of seven seas lagoon. Theme Park has at least partial view of Magic Kingdom.
Point charts are similar to Grand Floridian for Standard and Preferred, with Theme Park views higher than most GF rooms. Two-bedroom Penthouses are only a little less than GF grand villas or Poly Bungalows.
The original release of inventory is only 40-units as follows:
9 - Duo Studios
14 - Dedicated Studios
4 - Dedicated One-Bedrooms
10 - Lockout Two-Bedrooms
1 - Dedicated Two-Bedroom
2 - Two-Bedroom Penthouse
Source: Disney email and DVCNews
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September 05, 2024Villains show coming to DHS, TRON virtual queue ending
In this week's episode, Peter and Sue discuss the new villains show coming to Disney's Hollywood Studios in 2025, TRON Lightcycle / Run move to a traditional standby queue, DVC cruise for the new Disney Destiny, Disney After Hours dates for 2025 and more! N147
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New Villains show coming to DHS 2025
Disney announced a new Villains show taking over the Sunset Showcase theater in Disney's Hollywood Studios, the current home of Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy. The new show is scheduled to debut in summer of 2025. The show will take guests into the realm of the Magic Mirror and feature performances by villains such as Cruella de Vil, Captain Hook and Maleficent.
Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy will close October 7th.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
TRON Lightcycle / Run Virtual Queue ending September 8th
The virtual queue for TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom is ending September 8th. Starting September 9th, the ride will have a traditional standby line and Lightning Lane Single Pass.
Source: Walt Disney World website
Early Access to "First Wave" sailing on Disney Destiny
Disney Cruise Line has announced an early sailing on the new Disney Destiny, scheduled for November 28th - December 3rd, 2025. This is not considered a Disney Vacation Club Member cruise but an opportunity for Members to book one of the “First Wave” of cruises. As such, special DVC events during the cruise will not be offered. The 5-night itinerary is as follows:
Departure: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Day 2 At Sea
Day 3 Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
Day 4 At Sea
Day 5 Disney’s Castaway Cay
Return: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Booking for this exclusive sailing aboard the Disney Destiny opens on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024, at 8:00 AM Eastern Time. DVC Members can secure their spot by calling Member Services. Expect longer than normal wait times. At least one Member must book using points.
Source: DVC News
Disney After Hours dates for 2025 announced
Walt Disney World announced the dates for 2025 Disney After Hours events. These events will take place January through September at three theme parks. Disney After Hours events typically run from 10:00pm to 1:00am at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, and 9:30pm to 12:30am at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Attendees can enter the park at 7:00pm. Disney After Hours also feature complimentary snacks including non-alcoholic beverages, ice cream novelties and popcorn, and unique character greet opportunities.
Costs range from $155 to $185 depending on park and date. Disney Vacation Club Members and AP holders get a $30 discount on EPCOT and Hollywood Studios dates, but not Magic Kingdom. On-site guests can book on September 4th, with general public opening to book on September 10th.
Magic Kingdom
January 6, 16, 20, 27
February 3,10,17, 24
March 3, 17, 24, 31
April 7, 28
May 5, 12, 19
EPCOT
February 27
May 8, 29
June 19, 26
July 10, 24, 31
August 7, 14, 21, 28
September 11, 25
Disney's Hollywood Studios
January 22, 29
February 12, 19
March 5, 26
April 1, 30
May 14, 28
June 4, 11, 25
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
August 6, 20, 27
September 3
Source: Disney Parks Blog
New Quarterly Condo Association Meetings scheduled for September 26th
Per new Florida timeshare laws, Disney Vacation Club now will hold quarterly Board of Directors meetings that are open to Members. The first set are scheduled on September 26th. DVC members can attend meetings only for resorts at which they own points.
To RSVP, visit the DVC website and click on the link for Condominium Association News & Notices. Expand the section labeled "Updated Information About Your Association Meetings" for the link. The deadline to RSVP is September 20. Note there is no meeting for the new Cabins at Fort Wilderness because they are a trust.
Copper Creek Villas & Cabins: 9:00am
Disney's Riviera Resort: 9:45am
Boulder Ridge Villas: 10:30am
Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows: 11:15am
Disney's Beach Club Villas: 12:00pm
Disney's BoardWalk Villas: 1:15pm
The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort: 2:00pm
Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas: 2:45pm
Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort: 3:30pm
Disney's Vero Beach Resort: 4:15pm
Disney's Old Key West Resort: 5:00pm
Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort: 5:45pm
Source: DVC News
BLT Skyway Bridge to be closed during construction
From September 2024 through September 2025, room refurbishment work will take place in Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. During the refurbishment, the Skyway Bridge may experience intermittent closures.
Source: DVC News
Vero Beach room refurb complete
Disney's Vero Beach Resort has completed a new refurbishment that covers a full renovation of the villa interiors, with many changes to floor coverings, wall coverings and decor. It also includes addition of the pull-down Murphy-style beds in villas. However, it isn’t clear if the Inn rooms have these, as those traditionally had two beds.
Source: DVC News
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August 23, 2024 Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island to close to make way for new Cars expansion
In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the surprising news that Tom Sawyer Island and Rivers of America will close to transform into the new Cars area announced at D23. Other news include new details of the pool and restaurant at the Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Resort and a new name for the EPCOT Member lounge. N164
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More details about the Island Tower
Disney Parks Blog revealed more details on the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, which is scheduled to open on December 17th.
The tower's restaurant will be called the Wailulu Bar & Grill, featuring both indoor and outdoor seating. Disney describes the restaurant as a casual walk-up pool bar with an all-day menu serving lunch and dinner. Specialty coffee and on-the-go morning pastries will be available for breakfast.
The tower will also feature the Cove Pool and a splash pad called Moana’s Voyage with a sculpture of Moana and her raft.
As seen in the blueprints, but now fully defined, the resort will have four tropical terrace gardens. Each terrace garden will feature vibrant artwork, lush foliage and uniquely themed seating areas. Disney also shared that these oases will have picturesque views, including Seven Seas Lagoon for firework viewing.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Closure of Tom Sawyer Island and Rivers of America for new Frontierland attractions
Shortly after the D23 announcement of new attractions coming to Walt Disney World, Disney Parks Blog released a concept image of the two new Cars themed attractions. The image and post confirmed Tom Sawyer Island and the Rivers of America would be replaced to make room for the new attractions. Together, these new additions Construction is expected to start sometime next year.
Source: Disney Parks Blog, Blog Mickey
EPCOT DVC lounge renamed
The Disney Vacation Club lounge at EPCOT is being rebranded by Disney as Disney Vacation Club ImaginAtrium - A Member Lounge. Currently the closure of the lounge has lasted longer than planned, with no re-opening date announced. Disney has shared that the lounge will receive a new paint scheme, as well as a new exhibit of archival photos.
Source: DVC News
Strong July Direct Sales
Disney Vacation Club sold a total of 206,000 points in the month of July, and over 109,000 of those points were for Disney's Riviera Resort. Riviera is now 68% sold and 79% of the resort is declared into inventory.
The Villas at Disneyland Hotel came in second with 35,000 points sold, followed by Disney’s Old Key West Resort with just under 27,000 points.
The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort continue to lag, with only 6,500 points sold in July. This number is an increase from the last two months, but the resort is only 1.5% sold after 5 months on the market.
Source: DVC News
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