Episodes

  • Genie+ replaced by Lightning Lane Multi Pass beginning July 24th

    Genie+ replaced by Lightning Lane Multi Pass beginning July 24th
    Jun 28 2024
    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 Season 11 of the My DVC Points Podcast was brought to you by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. 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 t
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    47 mins
  • “Welcome Home Weeks” announced, DVC Lounge coming to Magic Kingdom

    “Welcome Home Weeks” announced, DVC Lounge coming to Magic Kingdom
    Jun 21 2024
    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 Season 11 of the My DVC Points Podcast was brought to you by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. 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.
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    44 mins
  • Island Tower opening date, condo association, room categories, and more details confirmed!

    Island Tower opening date, condo association, room categories, and more details confirmed!
    Jun 8 2024
    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 Season 11 of the My DVC Points Podcast was brought to you by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. 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 th
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    39 mins
  • Official Opening Date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Polynesian Tower details, and more!

    Official Opening Date for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, Polynesian Tower details, and more!
    May 13 2024
    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 Season 11 of the My DVC Points Podcast was brought to you by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. 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: D
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    50 mins
  • Changes to DAS, DisneylandForward passes Anaheim vote

    Changes to DAS, DisneylandForward passes Anaheim vote
    Apr 26 2024
    In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the new changes to the Disability Access Service (DAS) system, DisneylandForward passes Anaheim city council, and more! N139 Season 11 of the My DVC Points Podcast was brought to you by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. Disney changes made to the DAS system on both coasts Disney is implementing changes to the Disability Access Service (DAS) registration process at Walt Disney World on May 20th and at Disneyland on June 17th. Visits prior to these dates will not be affected. Highlights are below: Guests who have medical conditions that are not developmental disabilities will be accommodated in different ways. It will be beneficial (especially at Walt Disney World) to request a DAS via a virtual chat prior to a trip. Cast Members from both
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    40 mins
  • Test Track Refurb, Imagineering releases “Tropical Americas” details

    Test Track Refurb, Imagineering releases “Tropical Americas” details
    Apr 8 2024
    In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the upcoming refurbishment of Test Track beginning on June 17th, new details for the planned "Tropical Americas" region of Disney's Animal Kingdom, and more! N138 Season 11 of the My DVC Points Podcast was brought to you by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. Test Track set to close June 17th for extended refurbishment On April 5th, Disney announced that Test Track will be closing for refurbishment on June 17th. The ride will be updated with a “World of Motion” inspired make-over. There is no word on how long the closure will be, but it is expected to last at least a year. Source: Walt Disney World website Roundup Rodeo BBQ added to DVC discount dining list with 10% discount Many restaurants on property provide a 10% dis
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    34 mins
  • EPCOT CommuniCore opening, New DCL ship, and DVC Member sailing dates

    EPCOT CommuniCore opening, New DCL ship, and DVC Member sailing dates
    Mar 22 2024
    This week, Sue and Peter discuss all the latest Disney news, including the Anaheim council approval of Disneyland Forward, more closures related to Tiana's Bayou Adventure, EPCOT opening the rest of their construction this summer, a 2025 DVC Member cruise, a new DCL ship announced with name and theme, and more! N137 Season 11 of the My DVC Points Podcast was brought to you by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. Vero Beach Character Breakfast returns Starting April 20th, the character breakfast will return to Winds and Waves at Disney's Vero Beach Resort every Saturday. This breakfast was a regularly scheduled event prior to COVID, but now will return with a new menu. Goofy and Pluto will be making the rounds in their beach gear while guests enjoy tasty menu items like “Banana’s Foster French Toa
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    37 mins
  • New WDW Resort Perk in 2025!

    New WDW Resort Perk in 2025!
    Mar 8 2024
    In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the new resort perk for complimentary water park admission on arrival day and other news. N136 Season 11 of the My DVC Points Podcast was brought to you by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. New Resort Perk for 2025 applies to DVC stays Disney has announced a new resort stay benefit for 2025 bookings. Disney is offering complimentary water park admissions on guests' arrival day at a Disney resort. This perk will also apply to DVC member reservations on arrival day. There is currently no indication how this benefit would be affected by a split stay at different resorts, or even at the same resort in a different room category. More details will be available “later in 2024” according to the Disney website. Note that extra parks hours
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    27 mins