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Updates to Point Transfer Rules and Moonlight Magic Registration


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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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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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