THE NEW DISNEY CLUB BENIFITS,NEW Room Discounts AND....

[tink2dw]

Have YOU checked out the NEW 2002 DC Benifits??

IT'S DEFINATELY BETTER!!

The DC card gives you DISNEY RESORT HOTEL ALL YEAR ROUND ROOM DISCOUNTS!!

BETTER Ticket Media Discounts,Food Discounts,Car Rental Discounts,Recreation and Park Tour Discounts,Merchandise Discounts,Plus the Enertainment Book Logo[good in your many of local area business!]!!

To check out the 2002 Disney Club card Benifits[with dates and seasons and % off ]click this link

http://www.wdwig.com/disneyclub.htm

[tink2dw]

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[sonogirl]

Yeah! Thanks for the info.

[Minnie's Mate]

How does this compare to last year? I didn't think it was worth joining last year. I can join through my employer for $29.99 per year. Can you convince me it is worth it?

[GAIL HAYDEN]

It would be best for you to do the comparison yourself and you evaluate and decide.
What is of value to one might not be of value to another. It is very subjective.
I feel that my membership has more than paid for itself, between annual passes and free membership to discounts on purchases.
You need to convince yourself that it is worth the 29.95.

[Babblin'Boo]

I agree with Gail. DC isn't the ultimate way to save money.

Does Tink have anything in life to do but promote the DC card?

[Minnie's Mate]

I should have been a little more descriptive of why I didn't think it was worth it. Disney allowed one final purchase with the old MK Club card. I used that to purchase our family's first set of AP's and the discount equaled the DC discount.

We had already received a post card for a discount that was far better than the DC discounts for hotel ressies on our December trip. I think we will be able to use the AP's 10% off of purchases over $25.00 at DTD's World of Disney. We are members of Rainforest Cafe's Explorer's Club and get 10% off our meals at this and other restaurants in the chain. The other restaurants in the DC program at DTD/WDW are either covered by the AP discount or just not appropriate for a toddler and 5 year old.

So I think we had most all of the benefits we would use covered without purchasing the DC. Now, if I were starting from scratch or not purchasing AP's, it would be worth the $29.99 for discounts on ticket media and at the DTD restaurants.

[GAIL HAYDEN]

Babblin'Boo,
Tink does a lot more than promote the DC membership, Tink provides a lot of useful information and help for a lot of people.

[markski]

I checked the link above, but unless your a member they only show sample discounts. I need to buy (3) adult and (2) child 5-day park hopper+ passes. How much would DC save me on this purchase?

[GAIL HAYDEN]

Type Regular Adult Disney Club Adult Regular Child Disney Club Child
1 day 1 park $50.88 N/A $40.28 N/A
2 day, 1 park per day $96.46 N/A $75.26 N/A
3 day, 1 park per day $136.74 N/A $104.94 N/A
4 day park hopper $203.52 $196.10 $161.12 $156.88
5 day park hopper $230.02 $219.42 $182.32 $175.96

5 Day Park Hopper Plus $261.84 $249.12 $208.83 $199.29
6 Day Park Hopper Plus $293.64 $278.81 $235.34 $222.61
7 Day Park Hopper Plus $325.44 $308.49 $261.84 $247.01


Annual Pass $369.94 $354.04 $314.82 $301.04
Annual Pass Renewal $327.54 $316.94 $278.78 $269.24

Premium Annual Pass $497.17 $ 475.97 $422.96 $404.94
Premium Annual Pass renewal $444.16 $428.26 $377.39 $363.60

Pleasure Island $21.00 $19.00 $19

Disney Quest $30.74 $26.13 $24.38 $20.73

Typhoon Lagoon or Blizzard Beach $30.74 $25.44 $23.85

River Country $16.00 $15.85 $13.25 $12.19

FLA-Res Annual
$306.34 $290.44 $260.76 $246.98
FLA-Res Annual Renewal $269.24 $263.94 $228.96 $224.72

FLA-Res Premium Annual $412.36 $391.16 $350.89 $332.87
FLA-Res Premium Annual Renewal $364.67 $356.06 $309.55 $301.06

FLA-Res Seasonal $189.74 $179.14 $161.12 $152.64
FLA-Res Seasonal Renewal $163.24 N/A $138.86 N/A

FLA-Res After 4 Epcot Annual $104.94 $99.64 $90.10 $84.80
FLA-Res After 4 Epcot Annual Renewal $94.34 N/A $80.56 N/A


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[DisneyFan09]

I'm wondering if someone got a resort rate with a letter code, could they also use the DC for an additional discount? Probably not but I thought it was worth asking. I know someone will know the answer.

[aprincessmom]

Also, if any of you use the Entertainment Club coupon books, don't forget the DC card is part of that plan. I have used the DC card to get the Entertainment club rate at hotels in CT, NY, ME, MA, and NC this past year. All were 50% off rack rate.

So add that to the money I saved at the Disney store, on WDW tickets, and WDW accommodations and this card has paid for itself for about 20 years in my family (at it's current yearly membership rate).

As with any discount, it's all in how you use it.

[BethR]

Originally posted by DisneyFan09
I'm wondering if someone got a resort rate with a letter code, could they also use the DC for an additional discount?

Sorry, one discount to a customer. ;)

[josierac]

Is the Entertainment Card part of the Disney Card only usable at hotels?

[Belle5]

tink2dw,
please keep the tips coming. I always look forward to what you have to say! I will never for the life of me figure out what sets some people off. One time I gave a page of glowing restaurant reviews and mentioned that the ONLY thing that would have improved the experience at the Plaza Restaurant is if they would have added a little music to cover some of their background noise. A poster absolutely attacked me for saying this. Didn't I know this was a theme park? What kind of princess did I think I was? Etc., etc...It blindsided me and the only thing I could figure was that the person had lost his job that day or something. Just ignore!

[aprincessmom]

Is the Entertainment Card part of the Disney Card only usable at hotels?

No. It's just like having the book. We haven't used it in restaurants because there haven't been any near us covered by the book that we frequent. But I have used it at the florist in town, the car wash, and a few other shops.

[Babblin'Boo]

I acknowledge that Tink can help, but some recent posts defending the DC card have not been thoroughly informative, as this is NOT the best way to save money on most features!
The fact is, there are better ways to get matching and even better discounts. You may even be a member of AAA already, or use other discount resources without investing $30 - $40 over and beyond, on the DC card!

Bottomline, unless you shop at the store often, you probably do not need the card!

[GAIL HAYDEN]

or buy annual passes, or join the Emerald Club at National, or shop on vacation (not just the Disney store at home), or want a discount on a rental car from National, etc.
I guess other than that it is a waste of money (39.99 first year and 29.99 renewal).
I don't think Tink touts it as the best deal in town, however, he keeps us informed of what is going on.
Tink is a nice person, why do you always minimize what he is trying to do?
Keep us as well informed and we will have nice things to say about you to. :)

[Humpbacks1962]

Nobody is trying to minimize him as a person, Gail, but I ackowledge as well that it has been a battle in the last few days between Tink and some of us who believe other sources provide better discounts.

No need for anyone to build up the destruction of the personal attack that never was.

And yes, if anyone is concerned about $aving$, avoid the DC card for the resort & ticket discounts and even the hint of Entertainment card offers, and go elsewhere to get better rates. If you shop at the DS at least weekly, then pay $40 for a 10% discount.

Let's get over it for once, Geez!


Wanda

[bobcat]

Thanks for the info Tink!

[tink2dw]

Thanks for the kind words!!:earsboy:

[LuvClarice]

I just joined the Disney Club and I'm a Disney Store Cast Member! By the way, there is no discount on the club for Cast Members. Each person needs to weigh the benefits of the club against the price. For myself, there are some benefits that I only found out about by reading these boards. I like to keep up with as much current info as I can, not only for myself, but for the hundreds of guests who value our opinions on everything Disney. I would no more try to encourage someone to join the Disney Club than I would to try and tell them how they should spend their Disney vacation. Although when I go to Disney, I spend as little time as possible sleeping or sitting around a pool, I know that to some people, that would not be much of a vacation. I try to just give everyone as much info as I have and let them decide what is best for them. My full time job is with a partner Disney Club company and we used to give the Magic Kingdom card out free. There were many co-workers I would wait on in the store and when I'd ask them if they had their MK card, they just didn't want to be bothered with it for the 10%. There are others who were glad to pay the $60 for 2 years as a gold card member. If you already buy the Disney Magazine as I do, that is another consideration. I also want to join the Emerald Club for free. I know they had a free signup last year on their web site, but I couldn't seem to get it to work during the designated time. I value any info you post Tink and please keep it up. Thanks also for your input Boo. I appreciate all the tips on other discounts that you've shared. Just wanted to let you know although I'm usually a lurker (I'm very shy), I wanted both of you to realize that you're helping many people that you don't even know about. Keep it coming.

[Tigger Woods]

If you're planning on renting a car, not just in Orlando, but anyplace, the DC card is definitely worth getting. I have saved hundreds of dollars in the last couple of years using National. I just rented a mid-sized car for 3 days in Sarasota for a base rate of 60.00, using the discounts. No other rental car company came close. I also enjoy getting the DC newsletters and magazines. I find it amusing that some people posting on this board bash the DC card for not providing a good deal like some other 'sources' do, yet they fail to mention what those other 'sources' are. ( I believe one guy did mention AAA. Wow, what a revelation!) Keep up the good work, tink2dw. Many of us enjoy the tips you provide.

[Minnie's Mate]

Gayle, thanks for posting the renewal rates for AP's with and without the DC discounts. It looks like with two adult and one child AP's, the cost of DC would be a break even point on the passes with the DC discount vs. renewal without the DC discount. I'll have to evaluate the other discounts and how much we would use them to decide if membership is worth the cost. BTW, we already subscribe to Disney Magazine. Isn't that included in the membership? If so, that would be the first area to save us money and would be worth joining and any additional savings would be gravy.

[GAIL HAYDEN]

Minnie'sMate,
For me, and I do stress this, the DC card is worth every penny I paid for it. The renewal is only 30.00, that evens out with the first two annual passes I purchase ( I do not know where anyone can get a discount on AP's without the DC), I get a nice discount on National car, I get great discounts when I shop on vacation. etc.
After the purchase of the annuals and tickets for other members of the household, I more than break even, I am actually ahead, and I do not shop at the Disney Store(aka Pooh store) often.
With the annual passes purchased with the DC, I managed a wonderful rate at AKL for two nights, saved better than 50% off rack rate.
Yes, the mag. is included in the DC membership.
For me, this works well.

[GAIL HAYDEN]

Wanda,
I appreciate your words.
But, tell me please, where does one go to get a discount on annual passes?
You are totally correct about the Entertainment part, that is a nice item for someone who uses it, however.
When I vacation I more than make up for the 40.00 or 30.00 (renewal rate) for the DC card.
I buy more than 400.00 in merchandise at DD and I go twice a year minimum.

[Minnie's Mate]

Gail, (sorry about the spelling earlier, I miss the spell check feature) I asked for someone to convince me its worth it and so far you are doing a pretty good job. I'll look into it more with my employer, especially as it nears time to renew my AP's.

Thanks, Tom

[LBYC-19]

That you are given an 800# to call both CRO and dining. Now, I don't know about you guys, but I have changed my resort ressies and dining ressies so many times, my phone bill alone would surely exceed the price I paid for my DC card, lol. Plus, they leave you on hold for so long, it's surely worth it then! I, too, don't use it for purchases, but agree that DC is the deepest car discount for National..we got a rate of $l78 for April vacation, I think it is up to about $280 by now for the same week. To each his own, I guess. That is why they made chocolate and vanilla.

[GAIL HAYDEN]

Tom,
It is always a pleasure to help. :)

[DebbieB]

Originally posted by josierac
Is the Entertainment Card part of the Disney Card only usable at hotels?

There are some local dining discounts, there is a search feature on the Disney Club site. It's about 20%, not the buy one/get one free like the regular Entertainment Card.

I keep my Disney Club card for the 20% off National Car Rental and the annual pass discounts.

[RweTHEREyet]

I saved the cost of my DC membership in one car retnal thru National. Got me a great rate and saved more than the cost of the card. I think the DC is a good thing for anyone who does not have access to other discounts, such as DVC discounts.