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September 04, 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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31 min
August 22, 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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41 min
July 18, 2024Jungle Cruise Refurb and DVC Preview Center updates
In this week's episode, Sue and Peter share the latest news, including a new Florida law that can evict timeshare owners based on behavior, Jungle Cruise closing for several months in August at Magic Kingdom, new preview centers in Florida and California, and a special open house at Disney's Wedding Pavilion open house exclusively for Members. N144
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DVC owners can be evicted from premises under new Florida timeshare law
New Florida legislation went into effect on July 1, 2024, that allows management to remove timeshare owners and guests for a wide range of inappropriate conduct including:
Illegally possesses or deals in controlled substances
Intoxicated, profane, lewd or brawling
Indulges in language or conduct which disturbs the peace and comfort of other guests
Conduct which injures the reputation, dignity or standing of the establishment
Fails to make payment of rent at the agreed-upon time
Fails to check out by the agreed-upon time
Disney has had issues with being able to remove Disney Vacation Club Members engaging in inappropriate behavior in the past, and this new legislation should allow them to appropriately deal with concerning behaviors.
Source: DVC News
Jungle Cruise to close for multi-month refurbishment
Walt Disney World has announced that the Jungle Cruise attraction will be closing for refurbishment on August 26th. No reopening date has been shared, but Disney's website states that the attraction is scheduled to reopen for Guests before the winter holidays begin. Currently Jungle Cruise is not listed as part of the attractions open for either Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party or Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party.
Source: Disney Tourist Blog, Walt Disney World website
More news on DVC centers for both coasts
The Gateway to Discovery preview center at Disney Springs has now opened its second floor. The expanded area allows guests to tour models of a deluxe studio and one bedroom villa for Disney's Riviera Resort. The center also offers Members and guests a place to relax with light refreshments, seating, and a balcony overlooking Disney Springs.
In addition, the Golden Vine House Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center is scheduled to open to the public in Disney’s California Adventure on July 26th. DVC Members will have access to a Members-only preview from 10:30 AM to 6 PM on July 24th and 25th. Members attending will receive a commemorative keepsake and a sweet treat. This area is not expected to be a lounge like the Star View Station Disney Vacation Club Lounge, but will be primarily a sales office.
Source: DVC News – Gateway to Discovery, DVC News – Golden Vine House
Disney's Wedding Pavilion open house exclusively for DVC Members
On September 13, 2024, Disney's Wedding Pavilion will host an open house event exclusively for Disney Vacation Club Members. Attendees will be able to learn more about Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings services, including menus and entertainment. Also, attendees will have the unique opportunity to get a special photo with Cinderella's Coach.
The event is intended for guests considering a Disney wedding or vow renewal. Capacity is limited and registration is required. DVC Members can register for themselves and up to 4 guests; however all guests must be over the age of 18.
Source: DVC News, DVC Wedding event registration
New partnership to bring Disney Cruise Line to Japan
In an agreement announced earlier this month, Disney and Oriental Land Co., Ltd. (OLC), have entered an agreement for OLC to build and operate a Disney-branded cruise business in Japan, beginning in 2029. A new Disney Cruise Line ship will be built of the same class as the Disney Wish, with certain modifications to appeal to Japanese clientele. OLC currently owns and operates Tokyo Disney Resort.
Source: Disney Parks Blog

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26 min
July 18, 2024D23 Experiences Panel 2024 Announcements
In this week's episode, Peter, Shannon and Sue discuss all the news to come out of the D23 Experiences Panel on August 10th, 2024. N145
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Announcements from D23 New Horizons Panels
The following attractions were confirmed or announced at the D23 panel on Saturday, August 10th. Josh D’Amaro was very specific to say none of these items are “blue sky” but are all in “active development”. However, this statement still does not necessarily mean they will all happen as announced.
There were no announcements directly related to Disney Vacation Club, though a few new concept images of the Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows were shared at the DVC booth.
EPCOT
Test Track Version 3 reopening sometime in 2025. No further images were shared and Disney continues to describe the revamped ride as “inspired by Horizons”.
Spaceship Earth Lounge opening sometime in 2025. This is an existing VIP lounge for the sponsor of the ride, but will be open with views of the lagoon for fireworks.
Animal Kingdom
Zootopia: Better Zoogether will replace the “It's Tough to be a Bug” at the Tree of Life. Opening is “next winter” so likely this is December 2025 timeframe.
Tropical Americas will be replacing Dinoland. Work begins fall 2025 and expected opening is in 2027.
Dinosaur will be rethemed to an Indiana Jones attraction. The new attraction will be different in theming from Indiana Jones Adventure at Disneyland in California.
Encanto-themed dark ride focused on the Casita Madrigal on the day that Antonio receives his gift. Concept art makes it look like Omnimover attraction.
Central plaza will be called “Puebla Esperanza” or city of hope. Third ride is Carousel theme to Disney horses from different properties.
Quick Service restaurant will be one of the largest in Disney World – replacing Restaurantasaurus. Theme is said to be Columbian inspired.
Hollywood Studios
Monsters Inc. themed land. Work begins in 2025. No target date for opening. Guests will be able to tour the Laugh Factory via the first-ever suspended coaster in a Disney Park. No other attractions or experiences were announced. Location of this is currently unsure but people are theorizing either the Launch Bay/Animation building area or Grand Avenue area.
New story coming to Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run with The Mandalorian and Grogu. This will coincide with the new movie in 2026.
Magic Kingdom
New nighttime parade coming summer of 2025 – “Disney Starlight”. Will incorporate music from Wishes.
Pirates of the Caribbean themed tavern confirmed for 2025.
Two new Cars-themed attractions coming to Frontierland area. One will be an off-road rally type race over mountains, past geysers and through mud-holes. Second ride will be for “the whole family”. Construction to begin in 2025.
Villains-themed land announced. Two attractions, dining and shopping. No other details except for one image of concept art. No date for starting or opening.
Disneyland Park
Show in Main Street Opera House with first ever animatronic of Walt Disney. To be played in rotation with Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln. No date given
Tiana's Bayou Adventure will OPEN NOVEMBER 17, 2024
DCA
AVATAR land will be themed to second and third movie. First images show a boat ride maybe similar to Shanghai pirates attraction. No date given.
COCO boat ride attraction/dark ride. Work set to begin in 2026.
Two Avengers campus rides:
“Avengers: Infinity Defense” is the ride with King Thanos and entering the multiverse that had been previously discussed.
“Stark Flight Lab” looks like a Kukla Arm ride (think Forbidden Journey) and Robert Downey Junior will play Tony Stark for the attraction.
Disney Cruise Line
Stage show on Disney Destiny will be Hercules. The one on Disney Treasure will be Tales of Moana.
Announced four new ships added to the fleet between 2027-2031 for a total of 13 ships.
Source: Disney Parks Blog

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1 hr 13 min
June 27, 2024 Genie+ replaced by Lightning Lane Multi Pass beginning July 24th
In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the new Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Single Pass system debuting at Walt Disney World on July 24th. Walt Disney World also announced dates for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and Disney's Jollywood Nights. Disney Vacation Club's direct purchase incentives remain relatively unchanged, other than new discounts at sold out resorts. N143
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Genie+ being replaced with Lightning Lane Multi Pass
On June 26th, Disney announced Genie+. As of July 24th, Genie+ will be replaced will be replaced by two Lightning Lane systems: Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass. Both products will be able to be booked in advance. Starting 7 days before the first day of their trip, Walt Disney World resort guests will be able to book passes for their entire length of stay (up to 14 days). Non-resort guests will be able to book 3 days in advance of their ticket dates.
Lightning Lane Single Pass will remain consistent with Individual Lightning Lane. We expect that the current rides under this system will also remain the same.
Lightning Lane Multi Pass will basically return to the old FastPass+ system, with the ability to book three ride reservations in advance for each day you purchase the product for a single park. Guests will be able to pick from available one-hour return windows for the rides. The initial bookings will have tier levels, with one tier one ride and two tier two rides selected each day, for all Walt Disney World parks except Animal Kingdom.
Other than the cost, a major difference between FP+ and Lightning Lane Multi Pass is once you use one of your booked Lightning Lane Multi Passes, guests can start booking additional passes. Additional rides appear to have no tier restrictions and can be booked at a different park.
Source: Walt Disney World website
Disney Jollywood Nights returns and MVMCP dates announced
After its problems with kickoff last year, Disney's Jollywood Nights hard ticket event at Disney’s Hollywood Studio returns this year with minor tweaks. The event will be held on 13 nights from November 9th to December 21st. The length has been extended to 5 hours instead of 4 and the Virtual Queue for Rise of the Resistance has been dropped. Pricing ranges from $159 to $179. Disney Vacation Club members and Annual Passholders can get a $10 off discount for all dates.
Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party also returns for 25 select nights from November 8th to December 20th. Prices range from $169 to $219. Tickets will go on sale July 2nd to resort guests and July 10th for general purchase. Disney Vacation Club members can receive a $10 discount for some of the early dates.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Summer Direct Incentives similar and Discounts on sold out resorts
Current sales discounts for direct purchasing remain similar at the four currently on-sale resorts.
Disney's Riviera Resort, Aulani, and The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort currently start at $225 per point. Discounts of $13 per point for new members start at 150 points and $17 per point for existing members at 100 points. In addition, a “Welcome Home” cash discount varies by the number of points purchased. The Villas at Disneyland Hotel have a similar price structure, but start at $239 per point.
With the recent success of Disney's Old Key West Resort discounted direct sales, Disney Vacation Club has added some discounts to some other sold out resorts. Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort current price is $205 a point, but existing Members can save up to $60 per point. Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas at $210 per point and a maximum discount of $55 per point. Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort starts at the highest price of $275 but offers the largest discount of up to $65 a point.
Source: DVC News

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It takes an incredible community of DVC members to produce our content. We're always recruiting people to help research, produce, edit, or join our shows to share their stories. Thus far, we've had over 400 DVC members on our shows.
If our content has been a blessing to your family, please consider supporting our show through our VIP Producer's Club at Patreon.com and join us for the Patreon After-Party from our live shows.
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47 min
June 21, 2024“Welcome Home Weeks” announced, DVC Lounge coming to Magic Kingdom
In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the confirmation that a new Disney Vacation Club Member lounge is coming to Frontierland in Magic Kingdom, replacing the shooting arcade. DVC also announced "Welcome Home Weeks" celebration during the summer, with opportunities for free treats, character close-ups, and more. Shannon and Peter also share news including the filing of permits for the upcoming Bay Lake Tower hard good refurbishments, Walt Disney World attraction openings and closures, and Disneyland Resort's Oogie Boogie Bash details. N142
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DVC Lounge to replace Frontierland Shootin' Arcade
On June 13th, it was announced that the newly planned DVC lounge will be located in Magic Kingdom. The new lounge will replace the Frontierland Shootin' Arcade, which is scheduled to close on June 23rd. No details about the lounge have been released, other than that it will be a Members-only lounge similar to the one in EPCOT.
Source: Orlando Sentinel, DVC News
DVC adds special “Welcome Home Weeks” event this summer
Disney Vacation Club announced the first-ever "Welcome Home Weeks," a limited-time celebration from July 22 through August 24 featuring special events, free treats and exciting experiences for eligible Disney Vacation Club Members and up to 4 guests (or for some events, all guests included on the reservation, whichever is larger). Events during the five weeks are as follows:
One-Time-Use Mobile Order Discount - Receive a 20% one-time-use discount on a mobile order at select quick-service dining at Walt Disney World Resort from July 22, 2024 through August 24, 2024.
Sweet Stop - Treat yourself to a refreshing, complimentary Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Bar, ice cream sandwich or fruit bar at select Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort locations.
Walt Disney World Resort:
Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Tower of Terror Courtyard, Mondays and Tuesdays, starting July 22, 11 AM to 2 PM
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Upper Bradley Falls, Thursdays and Fridays, starting July 25, 1 PM to 4 PM
Disneyland Resort:
Disneyland Park, Star View Station – a Member Lounge, July 23, August 6 and August 20, 2 PM to 4 PM
Disney California Adventure Park, Golden Vine House, a Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center, July 30 and August 13, 2 PM to 4 PM
Welcome Home Wakeup - Mingle with fellow Members for coffee and a morning treat at select hotels
Walt Disney World Resort:
Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Top of the World Lounge and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Reunion Station Dates and
Times TBD, but must be a member with a resort reservation AT THESE RESORTS to be eligible
Disneyland Resort:
The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, Discovery Den
July 25, August 8 and August 22, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Must have a Disneyland Resort reservation to attend
Welcome Home Wednesday Wine Mixer - Enjoy the company of fellow Members as you indulge in wine and appetizers at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at the Disneyland Resort. The event will be held in the Wedding Garden on July 31 and August 14, 2024, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Character Close-Ups
Walt Disney World Resort - Delight in an immersive Character meet & greet experience, themed to the film, Frozen, in Disney’s Contemporary Resort (Ballroom Fantasia J) on July 22, July 23, July 29, July 30, August 12 and August 13, 2024. Times to be determined.
Disneyland Resort - Don’t miss a Character experience featuring a sketch artist and a rockin’ dance party in the Sleeping Beauty Pavilion in the Disneyland Hotel on July 22 and August 19, 2024, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Disney’s Vero Beach Resort - Join a pirate-themed experience that boasts some favorite Disney pals in the Resort Lobby, Thursdays, starting July 25, 2024. Times to be determined.
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort - Get ready for visits from beloved Disney friends and a pool party at the Resort, plus fireworks at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina on Tuesdays, starting July 23, 2024.
Ice Cream Parlor - Take advantage of complimentary ice cream served up at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa DVC Preview Center daily, starting July 22, 2024, from 11AM to 5 PM.
In addition, Aulani Resort will have a number of events including lei-making, hula and ukelele lessons.
Source: Disney Vacation Club website, Blog Mickey
Attraction openings and closings
Walt Disney World announced that the new Country Bear Jamboree will open on July 17th. The all new show will contain many of the same characters, but will feature more of the Disney songbook, with songs such as “Try Everything”, “A Whole New World” and “Bare Necessities”.
Disney Parks Blog shared new images and some of the technology from the new Little Mermaid show at Disney's Hollywood Studios, but the only date provided was still listing it as opening in the Fall.
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios is also scheduled to re-open from an extended closure on July 27th. The ride has been closed since January.
Finally, there has been a year+ long permit filed for work on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, extending to August 2025. While unconfirmed, it is expected that the ride will be going down at the end of the summer for a lengthy refurbishment that includes replacing the entire track. We expect to hear more about this and the “beyond Big Thunder Mountain” expansion at D23 in August.
Source: Disney Parks Blog - Country Bears, Disney Parks Blog - Little Mermaid, WDW Magic - Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, WDWNT - Big Thunder Mountain
Permit Filed for Bay Lake Tower refurbishment
Disney filed a permit expiring September 2025 for refurbishment at Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort. Walt Disney World's website notes that room refurbishment work will take place from September 2024 to September 2025. This will be the first full hard goods refurbishment for Bay Lake Tower.
Source: Blog Mickey, Walt Disney World website
Oogie Boogie Bash on sale dates
Tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure Park go on sale on June 25th for Inspire Key holders, June 26th for all other key holders, and June 27th for the general public. Prices range from $134 for the August dates, $154-169 in September, and $169-189 in October.
Disneyland also announced that Haunted Mansion Holidays will be back in time for the holidays with a virtual queue due to the construction.
Source: Disneyland website - Oogie Boogie Bash, Disneyland website - Haunted Mansion
My DVC Points is a fantastic community of DVC members. Our cheerful, respectful, and authentic conversations about Disney Vacation Club are designed to help people make informed and educated decisions about what's best for their families. Please join us in continuing our Facebook group and YouTube channel conversations.
It takes an incredible community of DVC members to produce our content. We're always recruiting people to help research, produce, edit, or join our shows to share their stories. Thus far, we've had over 400 DVC members on our shows.
If our content has been a blessing to your family, please consider supporting our show through our VIP Producer's Club at Patreon.com and join us for the Patreon After-Party from our live shows.
Facebook admins and moderators of the My DVC Points Community Group: Sandy Symianick, Gina Grotsky, Shannon Ford, Caleb Allison, and Mary Anne Tracy. "Take Flight" music by Martinrowberry1 on Pond5.
44 min
June 20, 2024“Welcome Home Weeks” announced, DVC Lounge coming to Magic Kingdom
In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the confirmation that a new Disney Vacation Club Member lounge is coming to Frontierland in Magic Kingdom, replacing the shooting arcade. DVC also announced “Welcome Home Weeks” celebration during the summer, with opportunities for free treats, character close-ups, and more. Shannon and Peter also share news including the filing of permits for the upcoming Bay Lake Tower hard good refurbishments, Walt Disney World attraction openings and closures, and Disneyland Resort's Oogie Boogie Bash details. N142
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DVC Lounge to replace Frontierland Shootin' Arcade
On June 13th, it was announced that the newly planned DVC lounge will be located in Magic Kingdom. The new lounge will replace the Frontierland Shootin' Arcade, which is scheduled to close on June 23rd. No details about the lounge have been released, other than that it will be a Members-only lounge similar to the one in EPCOT.
Source: Orlando Sentinel, DVC News
DVC adds special “Welcome Home Weeks” event this summer
Disney Vacation Club announced the first-ever “Welcome Home Weeks,” a limited-time celebration from July 22 through August 24 featuring special events, free treats and exciting experiences for eligible Disney Vacation Club Members and up to 4 guests (or for some events, all guests included on the reservation, whichever is larger). Events during the five weeks are as follows:
One-Time-Use Mobile Order Discount – Receive a 20% one-time-use discount on a mobile order at select quick-service dining at Walt Disney World Resort from July 22, 2024 through August 24, 2024.
Sweet Stop – Treat yourself to a refreshing, complimentary Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Bar, ice cream sandwich or fruit bar at select Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort locations.
Walt Disney World Resort:
Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Tower of Terror Courtyard, Mondays and Tuesdays, starting July 22, 11 AM to 2 PM
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Upper Bradley Falls, Thursdays and Fridays, starting July 25, 1 PM to 4 PM
Disneyland Resort:
Disneyland Park, Star View Station – a Member Lounge, July 23, August 6 and August 20, 2 PM to 4 PM
Disney California Adventure Park, Golden Vine House, a Disney Vacation Club Welcome Home Center, July 30 and August 13, 2 PM to 4 PM
Welcome Home Wakeup – Mingle with fellow Members for coffee and a morning treat at select hotels
Walt Disney World Resort:
Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Top of the World Lounge and Disney’s Wilderness Lodge, Reunion Station Dates and
Times TBD, but must be a member with a resort reservation AT THESE RESORTS to be eligible
Disneyland Resort:
The Villas at Disneyland Hotel, Discovery Den
July 25, August 8 and August 22, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Must have a Disneyland Resort reservation to attend
Welcome Home Wednesday Wine Mixer – Enjoy the company of fellow Members as you indulge in wine and appetizers at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa at the Disneyland Resort. The event will be held in the Wedding Garden on July 31 and August 14, 2024, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Character Close-Ups
Walt Disney World Resort – Delight in an immersive Character meet & greet experience, themed to the film, Frozen, in Disney’s Contemporary Resort (Ballroom Fantasia J) on July 22, July 23, July 29, July 30, August 12 and August 13, 2024. Times to be determined.
Disneyland Resort – Don’t miss a Character experience featuring a sketch artist and a rockin’ dance party in the Sleeping Beauty Pavilion in the Disneyland Hotel on July 22 and August 19, 2024, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Disney’s Vero Beach Resort – Join a pirate-themed experience that boasts some favorite Disney pals in the Resort Lobby, Thursdays, starting July 25, 2024. Times to be determined.
Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort – Get ready for visits from beloved Disney friends and a pool party at the Resort, plus fireworks at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina on Tuesdays, starting July 23, 2024.
Ice Cream Parlor – Take advantage of complimentary ice cream served up at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa DVC Preview Center daily, starting July 22, 2024, from 11AM to 5 PM.
In addition, Aulani Resort will have a number of events including lei-making, hula and ukelele lessons.
Source: Disney Vacation Club website, Blog Mickey
Attraction openings and closings
Walt Disney World announced that the new Country Bear Jamboree will open on July 17th. The all new show will contain many of the same characters, but will feature more of the Disney songbook, with songs such as “Try Everything”, “A Whole New World” and “Bare Necessities”.
Disney Parks Blog shared new images and some of the technology from the new Little Mermaid show at Disney's Hollywood Studios, but the only date provided was still listing it as opening in the Fall.
Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster at Disney's Hollywood Studios is also scheduled to re-open from an extended closure on July 27th. The ride has been closed since January.
Finally, there has been a year+ long permit filed for work on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, extending to August 2025. While unconfirmed, it is expected that the ride will be going down at the end of the summer for a lengthy refurbishment that includes replacing the entire track. We expect to hear more about this and the “beyond Big Thunder Mountain” expansion at D23 in August.
Source: Disney Parks Blog – Country Bears, Disney Parks Blog – Little Mermaid, WDW Magic – Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster, WDWNT – Big Thunder Mountain
Permit Filed for Bay Lake Tower refurbishment
Disney filed a permit expiring September 2025 for refurbishment at Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort. Walt Disney World's website notes that room refurbishment work will take place from September 2024 to September 2025. This will be the first full hard goods refurbishment for Bay Lake Tower.
Source: Blog Mickey, Walt Disney World website
Oogie Boogie Bash on sale dates
Tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash at Disney California Adventure Park go on sale on June 25th for Inspire Key holders, June 26th for all other key holders, and June 27th for the general public. Prices range from $134 for the August dates, $154-169 in September, and $169-189 in October.
Disneyland also announced that Haunted Mansion Holidays will be back in time for the holidays with a virtual queue due to the construction.
Source: Disneyland website – Oogie Boogie Bash, Disneyland website – Haunted Mansion

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June 07, 2024 Island Tower opening date, condo association, room categories, and more details confirmed!
In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter share all the news of the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, including the official opening date, room categories, and cash rates. They also discuss the temporary move of the EPCOT Member lounge this summer and DVC and Annual Passholder previews for Tiana's Bayou Adventure. N141
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Island Tower rooms officially added to existing Polynesian condo association
On May 24th, Disney Vacation Club filed an amendment to the existing timeshare license of Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows to add the equivalent of 222 timeshare units. Other sources have indicated that the new building would have 268 rooms, but the discrepancy between the two is probably due to two bedroom lockoffs. If 46 of the rooms would be two-bedroom lock-offs, then both numbers can be correct.
DVC has not announced when sales will begin, but this filing signals that this may be close. It also confirms that the new rooms will be part of the existing condo association, and owners of this resort will have 11-month priority across the entire resort.
Source: DVC News
Polynesian Island Tower opening date and cash rates
Disney Parks Blog shared an official opening date of December 17, 2024, along with photos and a video of the room designs for the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. The deluxe studios will include a small dishwasher, the first for DVC studios.
Cash rates are now available, and room categories of standard, preferred, and theme park are listed for Duo studios, Deluxe studios, and one-bedrooms. Two bedroom villas only list theme park views, and the two bedroom penthouses list preferred and theme park views.
Room typeOpening NightMid-JanuaryDuo studios$826$490 – $612Deluxe studios$1,100 – $1,500$654 – $927One bedroom villa$1,600 – $2,000$948 – $1,144Two bedroom villa$2,750$1,600Two bedroom penthouseUnavailable$2,400Examples of Cash Rates at Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows
The deluxe studio rates for the Island Tower were comparable to the regular Polynesian resort room categories of standard, water, and theme park views.
Source: Disney Parks Blog, Walt Disney World website
EPCOT DVC lounge moves to temporary location this summer
The EPCOT Disney Vacation Club Member lounge in the Imagination Pavilion will be closing for six weeks from June 2nd through July 14th. During that time, a temporary lounge will be open in the Odyssey Events Pavilion, which is typically used during the EPCOT Food and Wine Festivals. Disney has not indicated what, if any, updates will be made to lounge during the closure, but the limited time indicates no major changes.
Source: DVC News
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Previews scheduled
While we announced the official opening date of Tiana's Bayou Adventure on June 28th in our last episode, previews dates had not yet been announced. While the registration period has passed, Disney Vacation Club Member previews are taking place on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, from 1 pm to 4 pm and Wednesday, June 19, 2024, from 9 am to noon.
Annual Passholders can still get onto the ride with virtual queues beginning at 7 am and 1 pm on June 13,14,16,17,18 and 20.
Source: Disney Parks Blog, DVC News

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40 min
May 13, 2024Official Opening Date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Polynesian Tower details, and more!
In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the official opening date of Tiana's Bayou Adventure, the newly announced details of the Polynesian Tower, Fort Wilderness policy updates, extension of the Reflections permit, DisneylandForward crossing the final hurdle, Halloween Party dates, and more! N140
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Official Opening Date for Tiana's Bayou Adventure
Disney announced Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will officially open on June 28th at Walt Disney World. More information regarding Cast Member, Annual Passholder, and Disney Vacation Club Member preview opportunities will be announced starting May 14. Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Park was only mentioned as opening "later this year".
Source: Disney Parks Blog
New details of the Polynesian Tower
On Friday, May 11th, Disney released the first details of the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows. This 10-story tower overlooking the seven seas lagoon is scheduled to open in December 2024 and will feature a variety of room types that will sleep from two to nine guests, such as duo studios, spacious one- and two-bedroom villas and brand-new two-bedroom penthouse villas.
Cash booking for the resort will begin on June 4th for Disney Vacation Club Members, June 5th for Annual Passholders, and June 6th for the general public. On-sale dates, points charts, and the exact opening date of the property have not been released.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Policy changes at Fort Wilderness
Disney has updated some of their policies around golf carts, bikes, and RV rentals at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort.
Guests may only rent golf carts from directly from Disney.
Guests can provide their own golf carts, but starting June 1st, guests must provide proof of liability insurance with $100,000 individual and $300,000 overall minimum.
Drivers must be at least 16 years old and have a valid license. Each passenger must have their own seat. (No lap sitting.)
Bikes are allowed but must have headlights and taillights and be manually powered (no e-bikes).
RVs can only be rented from one of Disney’s featured providers. They can be delivered without the guest being present by arrangement.
Additionally, beginning July 13, 2024, horseback riding will be temporarily unavailable Monday through Friday due to construction. Rides may be available on Saturdays and Sundays during this time.
Source: DVC News, Walt Disney World website
Disneyland Forward passes final hurdle
On May 7th, the Anaheim City Council gave final approval for DisneylandForward.
Expect announcements on the Disneyland Resort expansion at the D23 in August, though it is possible that the new parking structure work could begin even sooner.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Permit on Reflections extended 5 years
During the COVID pandemic in 2020, Disney Vacation Club halted construction on a proposed project, Reflections - a Disney Lakeside Lodge. On May 8th, DVC submitted a request to the South Florida Water Management District to extend its construction permits for an additional 5 years. If approved, the construction window would be extended to May 29, 2029. While this move doesn’t confirm that constructions on Reflections will resume, it does indicate that DVC is still considering a resort for that site.
Source: DVC News
Disney declares additional Cabins to Fort Wilderness DVC
On April 3, Disney Vacation Club declared 33 more cabins for use at The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, for a total 63 cabins available for booking on points.
Source: DVC News
MNSSHP and Oogie Boogie Bash dates announced
Disney has announced 38 dates for the Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party in 2024, with dates starting as early as August 9th. Tickets went on sale for resort guests on May 8th, and will be open to the public on May 15th. Tickets prices range from $119 to $199, and Disney Vacation Club Members and Annual Passholders can save $10 per ticket for dates in August and September.
August 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
September 2, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29
October 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, 27, 29, 31
Disneyland’s Oogie Boogie Bash also announced 27 dates ranging from August 25th to October 31st. Prices are listed at $134 to $189. Individual date prices, on-sale dates, and any Magic Key or Disney Vacation Club Member discounts have not yet been shared.
August 25, 27, 29
September 3,10,12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29
October 1, 3, 6, 8,10,13,15,17, 20,22,24,27,29,31
Source: Walt Disney World website and Disneyland Resort website
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51 min
May 12, 2024Official Opening Date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Polynesian Tower details, and more!
In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the official opening date of Tiana's Bayou Adventure, the newly announced details of the Polynesian Tower, Fort Wilderness policy updates, extension of the Reflections permit, DisneylandForward crossing the final hurdle, Halloween Party dates, and more! N140
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Official Opening Date for Tiana's Bayou Adventure
Disney announced Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will officially open on June 28th at Walt Disney World. More information regarding Cast Member, Annual Passholder, and Disney Vacation Club Member preview opportunities will be announced starting May 14. Tiana's Bayou Adventure at Disneyland Park was only mentioned as opening “later this year”.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
New details of the Polynesian Tower
On Friday, May 11th, Disney released the first details of the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas and Bungalows. This 10-story tower overlooking the seven seas lagoon is scheduled to open in December 2024 and will feature a variety of room types that will sleep from two to nine guests, such as duo studios, spacious one- and two-bedroom villas and brand-new two-bedroom penthouse villas.
Cash booking for the resort will begin on June 4th for Disney Vacation Club Members, June 5th for Annual Passholders, and June 6th for the general public. On-sale dates, points charts, and the exact opening date of the property have not been released.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Policy changes at Fort Wilderness
Disney has updated some of their policies around golf carts, bikes, and RV rentals at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort.
Guests may only rent golf carts from directly from Disney.
Guests can provide their own golf carts, but starting June 1st, guests must provide proof of liability insurance with $100,000 individual and $300,000 overall minimum.
Drivers must be at least 16 years old and have a valid license. Each passenger must have their own seat. (No lap sitting.)
Bikes are allowed but must have headlights and taillights and be manually powered (no e-bikes).
RVs can only be rented from one of Disney’s featured providers. They can be delivered without the guest being present by arrangement.
Additionally, beginning July 13, 2024, horseback riding will be temporarily unavailable Monday through Friday due to construction. Rides may be available on Saturdays and Sundays during this time.
Source: DVC News, Walt Disney World website
Disneyland Forward passes final hurdle
On May 7th, the Anaheim City Council gave final approval for DisneylandForward.
Expect announcements on the Disneyland Resort expansion at the D23 in August, though it is possible that the new parking structure work could begin even sooner.
Source: Disney Parks Blog
Permit on Reflections extended 5 years
During the COVID pandemic in 2020, Disney Vacation Club halted construction on a proposed project, Reflections – a Disney Lakeside Lodge. On May 8th, DVC submitted a request to the South Florida Water Management District to extend its construction permits for an additional 5 years. If approved, the construction window would be extended to May 29, 2029. While this move doesn’t confirm that constructions on Reflections will resume, it does indicate that DVC is still considering a resort for that site.
Source: DVC News
Disney declares additional Cabins to Fort Wilderness DVC
On April 3, Disney Vacation Club declared 33 more cabins for use at The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, for a total 63 cabins available for booking on points.
Source: DVC News
MNSSHP and Oogie Boogie Bash dates announced
Disney has announced 38 dates for the Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party in 2024, with dates starting as early as August 9th. Tickets went on sale for resort guests on May 8th, and will be open to the public on May 15th. Tickets prices range from $119 to $199, and Disney Vacation Club Members and Annual Passholders can save $10 per ticket for dates in August and September.
August 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30
September 2, 6, 8, 10, 13, 15, 17, 20, 22, 24, 26, 27, 29
October 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 24, 25, 27, 29, 31
Disneyland’s Oogie Boogie Bash also announced 27 dates ranging from August 25th to October 31st. Prices are listed at $134 to $189. Individual date prices, on-sale dates, and any Magic Key or Disney Vacation Club Member discounts have not yet been shared.
August 25, 27, 29
September 3,10,12, 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29
October 1, 3, 6, 8,10,13,15,17, 20,22,24,27,29,31
Source: Walt Disney World website and Disneyland Resort website

My DVC Points is a fantastic community of DVC members. Our cheerful, respectful, and authentic conversations about Disney Vacation Club are designed to help people make informed and educated decisions about what's best for their families. Please join us in continuing our Facebook group and YouTube channel conversations.
It takes an incredible community of DVC members to produce our content. We're always recruiting people to help research, produce, edit, or join our shows to share their stories. Thus far, we've had over 400 DVC members on our shows.
If our content has been a blessing to your family, please consider supporting our show through our VIP Producer's Club at Patreon.com and join us for the Patreon After-Party from our live shows.
Facebook admins and moderators of the My DVC Points Community Group: Sandy Symianick, Gina Grotsky, Shannon Ford, Caleb Allison, and Mary Anne Tracy. “Take Flight” music by Martinrowberry1 on Pond5.
51 min