Posts by David Mumpower

Which DVC Resorts Often Have Availability

on July 24, 2023

Are you an impulsive vacationer? For those of us who love the unplanned weekend getaway, the Disney Vacation Club can pose problems.  In a perfect world, DVC wants its members to book reservations well ahead of time. It helps Disney staff its properties and stock its restaurants/shops efficiently.  Sometimes, you may not decide to go […]

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What Are the Best Resorts for DVC Villas

on July 21, 2023

Sometimes, Disney Vacation Club members want to stretch out. A washer/dryer and full-sized kitchen in the hotel room would be nice as well. Thankfully, Disney designed the DVC program to accommodate all needs. Some guests are fine staying in a Tower Studio. Others prefer lots of square footage and amenities.  Presuming you fall into the […]

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EPCOT Reveals More Details for Disney100

on July 18, 2023

In October, The Walt Disney Company officially turns 100 years old. As part of these festivities, EPCOT will anchor Walt Disney World’s centennial birthday celebration. We already had hints of what this event would entail, but Disney just shined a light on everything coming to EPCOT. The Start of Disney100 at EPCOT On March 31st, […]

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Here Are the Ongoing DVC Refurbishments This Summer

on July 14, 2023

Welcome to Disney Vacation Club refurbishment season! Okay, that’s technically not a thing, but it definitely feels real given everything happening right now. Let’s discuss the ongoing and upcoming DVC refurbishments at your favorite resorts.  The Grand Floridian Lobby Let’s start with a refurbishment that could affect many of us. Even guests who aren’t staying […]

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Bob Iger Will Remain Disney CEO through 2026

on July 13, 2023

In November 2022, The Walt Disney Company did the unthinkable in firing then-CEO Bob Chapek and replacing him with former CEO Bob Iger. At the time, Disney signed Iger for two years, a contract that would have ended next November.  We’ve since learned that the problems at Disney ran deeper than anything Iger could fix […]

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What Are the Best DVC Amenities Overall?

on July 10, 2023

Over the past few months, I’ve debated the best reason to visit all of DVC’s resorts. It’s a divisive topic with no right or wrong answers. Whatever you like the best is all that matters.  Still, we should acknowledge that some DVC resort options have proven so great that they’ve elevated the overall appeal of […]

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Which DVC Resorts Book the Fastest?

on June 23, 2023

One of the mantras of Disney Vacation Club ownership is that you should buy where you intend to stay. We believe this philosophy because we know from experience that some of the best DVC properties can and do sell out before the seven-month window opens.  Which DVC resorts book the fastest? Let’s examine the likely […]

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Disney Vacation Club during the Early Years

on June 20, 2023

We previously discussed the origin story of the Disney Vacation Club. Notably, many of Disney’s early plans for the program didn’t come to fruition. The company couldn’t build its planned DVC resort and had to readjust on the fly on its Hilton Head plans.  Throughout the 1990s, Disney overcame such challenges in laying the groundwork […]

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Walt Disney World Reveals 2023 Holiday Lineup

on June 15, 2023

After teasing fans for several days, The Walt Disney Company finally announced its 2023 holiday events at Walt Disney World. Don’t let the calendar fool you, folks! The date may be June, but it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Disney! Here’s what Disney just announced. Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party Returns  One […]

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Where Should You Eat at Animal Kingdom Villas

on June 13, 2023

When you stay at any Disney Vacation Club resort at Walt Disney World, you’re certain to eat well. Still, some properties would earn a spot on the average “Best of…” list. Today, we’ll talk about one such location. Here’s where you should eat at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Villas. Quick Service and Lounges Longtime DVC members […]

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