Disneyland DVC.. Would you buy??

[Maistre Gracey]

Title says it all... :smokin:

MG

[Maistre Gracey]

Oops... Forgot to say..
I would only purchase at the Grand Californian. :smokin:

MG

[bwvBound]

Option #3 is a good description of our position.

[dvcbnd]

Would love the chance @ using our existing pts. to stay, but wouldn't buy. Too costly for us (family of 5) to fly often from the east coast. It's easier/cheaper for us to drive down south.

[dwelty]

I said I would only buy at the GCH, because I would not buy a DVC added to the Disneyland Hotel. However, I WOULD buy at a newly built DVC somewhere else on the DLR property, dependng on the theaming.

[Island Mouse]

I voted yes, but only for the Grand Californian. I would stay at any dvc they build at DL, but as far as owning points, I would only buy GCV.

[dcfromva]

I hope this pans out. We would absolutely be interested in points in GCH. We almost always stay at the GCH at least once a year for a minimum of 5 nights. We almost always use points. I would love to be able to book a 2BR villa at the GC in DVC!

[JimC]

I voted no because we only get to LA every other year. If I found that I could not get reservations at 7 months then I would buy. But another complication is that my wife really loves the GC so it had better be a DVC there. Otherwise we are fine with our Florida holdings.

[Honeymooner04]

Yes, yes and yes!

[ACDSNY]

I voted only at the GC, but I may consider other locations. I just wish the powers that be would put us out of our misery and announce the GC DVC! The suspense is killing me.

[wdw4life]

I voted GCV only but it really depends. If I like the location and theming of a newly built hotel I would consider it. I am definitely buying at GCV when points go on sale though.

[squidmo]

I just wish the powers that be would put us out of our misery and announce the GC DVC! The suspense is killing me.

I voted any DL DVC, although I'd STRONGLY prefer the Grand Californian. And I'm with you ACDSNY- the wait for an announcement is driving me nuts!

[Fellowship9798]

I voted any DL DVC, although I'd STRONGLY prefer the Grand Californian. And I'm with you ACDSNY- the wait for an announcement is driving me nuts!

But you must know that when they do announce it, they probably won't mention any details about when sales will start. That's the way it was with AKV. If I remember correctly, it was a general announcement with a few pieces of concept art, then several more months before any sales information came out.

So even when they do announce it, we'll still all be unsatisfied and begging for more.

[DBBN]

We definitely would not buy but definitely would visit and I'm certain enjoy any DL DVC.

[disneynutz]

Nice place to visit but I wouldn't want to live there.

[squidmo]

But you must know that when they do announce it, they probably won't mention any details about when sales will start. That's the way it was with AKV. If I remember correctly, it was a general announcement with a few pieces of concept art, then several more months before any sales information came out.

So even when they do announce it, we'll still all be unsatisfied and begging for more.

Well, the announcement will probably answer my questions "How many units" and "When do you expect them to open", but you are right- then I will want to know "When will you sell them", "What do the points charts look like", "How much are you going to sell them for", "What will the maintanance fees be", "What will the units look like", "What are the views going to be", etc... I know I'm not going to be completly satisfied until they are open for business!

[Longhairbear]

Some rumors say GC is the first of possibly 3 DVC's at DLR. So I have to ask if it is possible, that after GCV, another DVC opens, and it is separate in ownership and points than GCV. I just might wait for a different/bigger DVC at DLR to buy a contract.

[mello]

I voted GCV only but it really depends. If I like the location and theming of a newly built hotel I would consider it. I am definitely buying at GCV when points go on sale though.

Same here. But I can't imagine any other location there being as nice as GC's - I mean it has it's own entrance to the park. Pretty hard to top that, but if they did, we'd probably buy there too lol.

[Fellowship9798]

Well, the announcement will probably answer my questions "How many units" and "When do you expect them to open", but you are right- then I will want to know "When will you sell them", "What do the points charts look like", "How much are you going to sell them for", "What will the maintanance fees be", "What will the units look like", "What are the views going to be", etc... I know I'm not going to be completly satisfied until they are open for business!

Exactly. It will be a trail of breadcrumbs for several months that will excite and frustrate a lot of us.

Thanks to you for keeping the conversation going and spreading the word from board to board. The more discussion there is about GCV the better I say. I've been waiting patiently since I bought into DVC a couple years ago for something to happen out west. Even the elusive Tag Fairy seemed to notice.

Personally I'm hoping that sales will be going by December as I'll be in WDW then and can make a purchase. I can't buy direct from Disney where I live so I'm really hoping things move along quickly, though I know I can't count on it.

[JimMIA]

I would have voted for option 4 -- would not buy, have no desire to visit. We love to visit California, but not DL.

[cobbler]

I voted number 3. We drive on our trips, the family isn't to keen on flying. From MI that is easily a very LONG 2 day drive and more likely 3 so we all don't want to kill each other.

I wouldn't get out there near enough.

I have been west of Missouri one time in my life and that was on my honeymoon to Hawaii 8 years ago.

[dwelty]

Some rumors say GC is the first of possibly 3 DVC's at DLR. So I have to ask if it is possible, that after GCV, another DVC opens, and it is separate in ownership and points than GCV. I just might wait for a different/bigger DVC at DLR to buy a contract.

I have thought of this too, except, you never know what tomorrow will bring, one big downturn in the economy, could push everything back several years. I say strike while the iron is hot!

[Disneynut71]

I voted no.
If I buy another interest it will be CRV!

I can always use my points if I ever make it out to Disneyland.

[Mtnman44]

I voted any DLR DVC but I would strongly prefer the speculated DVC at GC due to it's location and view ammeneties, as well as the GC theme itself. As a back up I would probably watch for the rumored Coronado themed "Boutique" hotel which supposedly might be placed on the other side of CA (Harbor). I would have to think long and hard about a DLH DVC and would probably only purchase there if it was going to be the only game in town.

All of these choices are assuming that the buy-in price and the room point requirements fit within my definition of reasonable.

[LocustPoint]

Voted #3. If they build it I will come, but not buy

[Longhairbear]

I have thought of this too, except, you never know what tomorrow will bring, one big downturn in the economy, could push everything back several years. I say strike while the iron is hot!
Very true! We aways say "Buy it when you see it", we have lost out on great Disney souviners from procrastinating.

[Inkmahm]

I haven't been to DL in 20 years. I have no plans of picking up that pace in the near future and therefore no plans to purchase any DVC in California.

[mjy]

No, I don't think I would.

Airfare is usually cheaper (and the flight not as long) for me to go to Florida versus California.

Besides, after all these years going to WDW, I think I'm thoroughly spoiled with it. :)

BUT, I -would- want to visit there from time to time and would like to do so in a DVC place.

[bnlbebes]

DW and I love visiting San Diego, so buying a few points at GCV would allow us a short side trip to Disneyland, which we tend to prefer over WDW. The theming at GC is also something we fell in love with, having not purchased points at but loving the similar WL in WDW.

[kimberh]

No, I might visit, once.

[ChrisMouse]

Yes, indeedy....the GCH is so lovely...I would definitely be one of those lined up to buy in...and for me, only a day & a half's drive...ooooh, it would be so sweet!

Wish they would just get ON WITH IT ALREADY. popcorn::

[LeenaLee]

If the rumoured DVC resort at the GCH becomes reality, we will definately buy more points. The GCH is beautiful and the location just can't be beat. We visit DL 4-5 times a year (while on business and family gets to enjoy park) and WDW twice a year. Never thought when we purchased our first DVC points in 2006 that we'd already be considering our second add-on one year later. Yikes! Just can't get enough Disney!!!

[kend58]

I voted Yes but on GCH_DVC based on it being the Deluxe property at DL

A seperate all DVC resort with good or great theming and park access amenities (if that is possible at DL) would also get my vote (but is not an option above)

[Lexxiefern]

I voted no, but that may change. I am going to DL next month staying at the GC and if I love it, or if it is hard to get into at 7 months, then maybe. But probably a small add on so we could go every 3rd year. Gosh, I'm glad my DH doesn't read these boards!

[MrsNick]

I visit CA so infrequently (last time was well before California Adventure opened - whenever that was) that I would not purchase points there, and I would not schedule special trips just to visit DL. If they build a DVC there, I'm sure at some point I would want to book a short stay when I have an opportunity to go out to visit a dear friend.

["Got Disney"]

I voted yes, but only for the Grand Californian. I would stay at any dvc they build at DL, but as far as owning points, I would only buy GCV.

Same here...also glad to see lots wont buy at all...more room for us;)

[Disney MAINEiac]

Well I voted no, but i can't even really see myself going. Really dislike the thought of that long flight when i can be in Orlando in less than 4-hours.

[Maistre Gracey]

Wow, interesting results.
I would have guessed almost exact opposite. I thought more people would have purchased, especially if it were to be the "GCV".

Thanx for voting and responding! :)

MG

[dwelty]

Wow, interesting results.
I would have guessed almost exact opposite. I thought more people would have purchased, especially if it were to be the "GCV".

Thanx for voting and responding! :)

MG

I am not really suprised. DVC has been big on the East Coast for years. It has only gotten legs out here over the lasts 2. Many East Coast members have all the points they need, and may only visit Disneyland every 3 or 4 years. I think you will find most of the people who purchase the GCH will be brand new West Coast people, and West Coast DVC owners who have been waiting. Nevertheless, This property will sell out quickly.

[mom2rb]

I voted no.
If I buy another interest it will be CRV!

I can always use my points if I ever make it out to Disneyland.

Same here.

[ACDSNY]

I too think it will be primarily west coast buyers. We didn't buy in earlier because we didn't think we'd go to WDW often enough to make it worth it and we were told it wasn't worth it for DL. It's very easy for us to get to DL, but WDW is an all day flight and alot more money.

I hope all the rumors are true, I'd love to own at GC.:cloud9:

[Longhairbear]

I am not really suprised. DVC has been big on the East Coast for years. It has only gotten legs out here over the lasts 2. Many East Coast members have all the points they need, and may only visit Disneyland every 3 or 4 years. I think you will find most of the people who purchase the GCH will be brand new West Coast people, and West Coast DVC owners who have been waiting. Nevertheless, This property will sell out quickly.
I agree. When we bought our DVC, long before the current kiosks at DLR. Buying a DVC from CA. at that time, was extremely restrictive as to what we were allowed to purchase due to CA and FLA real estate laws. We had a choice of Vero, VWL, and BCV. As we taking some time to decide which resort we wanted, we lost out on BCV completely, as the block of points that could be sold to CA. residents by mail were sold.Even though there were points available, we would have had to go to FLA and purchase in person. There were also a limited number of points available to CA residents at VWL, and they were selling fast. As I recall, we got in under the wire. Had we waited one hour more, we would have lost out, and would have had to fly to FLA to buy points at DVC.
My point being ,that years ago CA buyers were locked out of buying a DVC from home. This has changed, and now many prospective members from CA may just snap up all the available points when offered.

[wildernessDad]

Being an east-coaster, I voted for option 3. I'd love to go sometime on points, but not purchase there.

[starbox]

I'd prefer not to fly anywhere ever - so, I'd love to have a DVC in CA because it would mean that I could, one day, make the trek and stay on points, but, I'd never commit to ownership anywhere (even Hawaii) that required a flight to get there.

That said, I would LOVE the option of DVC's in Hawaii, Mexico, the Carbbiean, DL - etc: all the rumored locations. I just would not want to plan to visit more than once or twice in a lifetime.

[dsneygirl]

Wouldn't buy but would definitely visit. I love the GC.

[disneykid4ever]

We love the Grand Californian and would DEFINITELY add on if a DVC was built as part of that hotel. It would absolutely have to keep the same theming for DH and I to love it. If there were any other DVC built at DL we would not be inclined to buy, but would stay on occasion.

[drag n' fly]

OMG yes in a heartbeat :cloud9: It is a 3 hour flight or a refreshing 22 hour drive :lmao: from my house! It is a five hour flight to Orlando and the time difference is tough for us when we are on the east coast.