Disney Vacation Club Announces Expansion at The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Resorts

Disney Vacation Club has shared plans to reimagine one building of existing hotel rooms at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa into Disney Vacation Club Villas.

“This is great news for Disney Vacation Club and our Members,” said Terri Schultz, senior vice president, Disney Vacation Club. “It will provide us with new and diverse inventory at a resort that is cherished by our Members and their families.”

Located on the shores of Seven Seas Lagoon and on the monorail line to Magic Kingdom Park, the proposed project will transform Big Pine Key (building nine) at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa into approximately 200 Resort Studios, accommodating up to five Guests.

Featuring the Victorian elegance and charm of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, these new Villas will offer Members luxury accommodations and amenities, with some Villas boasting stunning views of Bay Lake and Magic Kingdom. Projected to open in summer 2022, these new Villas are an expansion of The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and will be a part of its current condominium association. Information regarding the start of sales and rental bookings will be released at a later date.

Since 2013, Members have reveled in the Victorian splendor of The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, enjoying the comforts of home, impeccable service, amenities and fun-in-the-sun recreation available at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa currently has 100 Disney Vacation Club homes and offers a mix of accommodation styles, ranging from Deluxe Studios to three-bedroom Grand Villas.

ABOUT DISNEY VACATION CLUB

Disney Vacation Club, a leader in vacation ownership, debuted in 1991 with a flexible, vacation points-based system rather than the traditional fixed-week timeshare model. Today, Disney Vacation Club has more than 220,000 Member families, from all 50 states and approximately 100 countries, who have discovered the joys of membership.

Disney Vacation Club Members are able to choose from among a variety of exciting vacation destinations, including a stay at any Disney Vacation Club Resort or one of thousands of other vacation options in destinations around the world. Plus, when purchasing directly from Disney, Members can also enjoy the Disney Collection, which includes select Disney Resort hotels, Disney Cruise Line and guided vacations with Adventures by Disney,as well as the Concierge Collection, a portfolio of extraordinary hotels in sought-after destinations. Vacations at a Disney Vacation Club Resort can last anywhere from one night to several weeks.

With Disney Vacation Club properties located near the Disney theme parks in Florida and California, Members have easy access to new and innovative attractions on both coasts for years to come. For more information, visit www.disneyvacationclub.com.

Disney Announces Discount for Passholders & DVC Members

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Dining, Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

From time to time, Disney increases it’s normal 20% off merchandise discount up to 30% to Walt Disney World annual passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members. Disney has announced the first bonus increase in 2021, and we hope not the last.

Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members can receive 30% off select merchandise purchases at Walt Disney World Resort owned and operated merchandise locations now through March 2, 2021. See offer terms and exclusions.

Discount does not apply to Walt Disney World Resort Operating Participant locations, including but not limited to: The Disney Store, Disney’s Character Premiere, Disney’s Character Warehouse, Cast Connection and any other locations or kiosks that are not owned and operated by the owners of Walt Disney World Resort.

Discount is not valid on certain items, including but not limited to previous purchases, ticket media, Disney Gift Cards, Park admissions, arcades, tobacco, alcohol, outdoor vending (e.g. in-Park balloon vendors, glow vendors), Add-a-Dollar (Wildlife Conservation Fund), postage stamps, rentals (e.g. strollers, ECV), personalization, Memory Maker, Memory Maker One Day, select print packages and any online purchases from Disney PhotoPass®, Disney Store Online, Artist Sketch Program (original art), live auction artwork, original or consignment art, newspapers/periodicals, DVDs, CDs, sundries, pantry/prepared foods, kitchen products, digital/video/disposable camera, film, consumer electronics, national-branded fragrances, treatments and cosmetics, Lladró, Swarovski® Crystal, Tiffany & Co.® Jewelry, Bvlgari, select collectible originals, select specialized toys, select specialty items, handmade items, special orders, purchase-with-purchase offers, select reusable shopping bags, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique/The Pirates League/Savi’s Workshop— Handbuilt Lightsabers/Droid Depot packages, shipping or taxes, or on phone, email, online or mail order purchases. Each Guest must present a valid annual pass card and government-issued photo ID at time of purchase to receive discount. Discount is for personal use only and may not be used to purchase merchandise with the intent to resell the merchandise. Locations and operating hours subject to change without notice.

For The First Time Ever, Disney Vacation Club is Opening Polynesian Bungalows, Wilderness Lodge Cabins, and Grand Villas For Tours

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Resorts

The world has changed quite a bit this year, and with the evolution of the theme park experience to match the needs of people, the Disney Vacation Club is completely revamping the way it does business as well.

Prior to the shutdown, DVC cast members could be found at dozens of sales kiosks in the theme parks, resorts, Disney Springs, and seemingly in the most unexpected of places at times. With their staffing reduced and occupancy in the many Disney Vacation Club resort hotels at an all-time low, DVC has found a pretty creative way to sell you on “Disney’s Best Kept Secret”.

Now, guests are welcome to come visit a DVC Open House at select resorts, allowing them unprecedented access to not models, but the actual rooms themselves at each resort. This was not often possible in the past due to high demand to stay in these lodgings.

While staying at the Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge this week, we received a phone call in our hotel room that a Cascade Cabin was open for us to visit. Having always wanted to see one of these, we leapt at the opportunity. While touring the DVC hostess also informed us of opportunities to tour other 2-bedroom rooms and grand villas across all of Walt Disney World property.

If you’re staying at one of the Resorts listed below, you can stop by an Open House at your Resort from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday to Friday—with no need to call in advance. However, if you’re not staying at one of the Resorts below, please call (407) 827-4744 to check availability and schedule your visit.

Here are the rooms available to tour (they may have more rooms available, so if there’s something in particular you want to see, just ask):

Disney’s Riviera Resort

  • 2-Bedroom Villa: Rooms 8244 and 8246

Bay Lake Tower at Disney’s Contemporary Resort

  • 2-Bedroom Villa – Lake View: Room 7405

Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge

  • Cabin: Room 8013

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village

  • 3-Bedroom Grand Villa: Room 7804 (just off the Lobby)

Disney’s Beach Club Villas

  • 2-Bedroom Villa: Room 134

Disney’s BoardWalk Villas

  • 2-Bedroom Villa: Rooms 1007 and 1009 (located on Disney’s BoardWalk near Jellyrolls)

Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows

  • Bungalow: Room 7020

The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
(Registered Guests of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Only)

  • 3-Bedroom Grand Villa: Room 1101
  • 2-Bedroom Villa: Room 1106

Note: Physical distancing measures will be in place at each Open House location to promote the health and well-being of our Guests and Cast Members. Each location will be limited to one family at a time.

You can read more about the offering at DiscoverDVC.com and even chant with a Vacation Club representative there. Guests who tour will also receive a free lithograph gift.

Whether you’re looking to join the Disney Vacation Club or not, this is a tremendous opportunity to see some of the most in-demand and just plain coolest hotel rooms at Walt Disney World.

Disney Vacation Club Resorts & Fort Wilderness Reopening On July 22nd

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

With the start of Walt Disney World’s phased reopening on July 11, Disney Vacation Club has shared details on the reopening of its timeshare properties to members and guests. In addition, Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground will also be reopening.

Disney Vacation Club resorts at Walt Disney World will reopen to members and guests on June 22, in addition to Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground.

Disney Vacation Club resorts in Vero Beach, Florida, and Hilton Head, South Carolina, will also open to members and guests starting on June 15.

Plans to support required physical distancing as well as enhanced cleaning measures, along with a number of other safety and cleanliness protocols, will be implemented as part of this planned phased reopening. 

Disney is temporarily pausing new ticket sales and Disney Resort hotel reservations in order to focus on guests with existing tickets and reservations. Disney Vacation Club members can still make new reservations.

First Concept Art For New Disney Vacation CLub Tower @ Disneyland

Posted on by Mathew Corn Disney Parks, Disney Resorts

If you’re curious as to how the new 12-story Disney Vacation Club Tower planned for Disneyland Hotel is going to look like, thanks to the OC Register, we now have a first look at concept art for the development.

Permits for the tower were filed back in November, however it’s important to note that the project must still pass approval from the City of Anaheim to be actually built, according to Disney officials.

A final site plan has been filed, including mention of a Mickey-shaped spa and an outdoor pool bar. All other amenities, like retail, restaurants, valet, meeting spaces, and check-in will be provided by the existing facilities at the Disneyland Hotel.

The lobby will be comprised of two stories and an open-air floor plan. The tower’s 350 rooms would include 271 larger studios, 38 smaller two-person studios, 20 two-bedroom suites, 19 one-bedroom suites and two Grand Villas. Many Walt Disney World resort guests may recognize the two-person tower studio concept from the newly-opened Disney’s Riviera Resort. Some rooms will feature balconies offering views of the pool.

The proposed opening date for the new DVC tower is 2023, however construction may take well up to 4 years, delaying the expected opening.

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