What is your proximity to WDW?

[jmillan]

Hello everyone! I'm a newbie here and on the fence about whether or not to buy a DVC timeshare.

My question is do most DVC owners live close to WDW?

We are a family of four and live in Southern California about 20 minutes from Disneyland. We are annual pass holders and visit DL quite frequently. However, I don't know if we'll be able to fly cross country to Orlando every year in order to make our DVC purchase worth it.

If we lived within driving distance there wouldn't be a problem. (or at least that's what DH says, LOL)

Thank you!

-Josie

[srenga]

I live in Socal also (1.5 hr from DL) we bought in June at AKV and will bank/barrow to go every other year. Any extra points we build up will be rented to help pay the MF's or a weekend at the GC.

[DisFlan]

Not close at all. We're in southwest Missouri.


DisFlan

[Conan the Librarian]

Savannah Ga here. 5 hour drive to WDW. 45 minutes to HHI Disney. We drive down frequently.

[disneymom8589]

We're about as far away in the contiguous U.S as you can be from WDW...the Seattle area. Even so, we haven't regretted becoming DVC members. :)

[Teachckg]

We are in the process of purchasing, but we live in Pa (right on the border of MD). We plan to drive down most of the time. My father lives in SC so we can always tie in the trip!

[harpetj]

We also live in Washington state. We visit Disneyland at least 1-2 per year and will be going to WDW in October. We have APs at Disneyland and purchased them for WDW as well. DVC was a no-brainer for us because we vacation at Disney parks at least 1-2 per year and love staying on property!

[kerickson]

We live in Northern California and purchased SSR in Jan. We are planning a trip to WDW in Jan (1st time at WDW) and a cruise in Oct 09. My husband has lots of frequent flyer miles right now due to his current job, so we plan to do east coast trips now, thinking that in the future we may not have that cost covered and will concentrate on West Coast trips (DL, Hawaii...), expecially once the DVC resorts open in those locations...

[RLRDA]

We are in southern New England - Rhode Island - which is a 2 & 1/2 hour flight to Orlando. I'm envious of those who are a short (less than 6 hrs) drive away.

[Claire L]

We are about an 8 and a half hour flight away in the UK. So travelling takes a whole day to get to WDW and a day and a bit on the overnight flight home.

The travelling doesn't bother us and at the moment manage a visit about every 9 months :)

Claire ;)

[kim_d]

We are in the Raleigh, NC area (about 10 hours from Orlando).

[drusba]

Chicago here. There are Cal and other west coast owners (and from foreign nations) but the distance is definitely an issue. My sense is that vast majority of owners are from eastern half of country and the main reason is the one you mention.

However, be aware of an upcoming change. A new DVC will be opening at Disneyland, probably late next year; it is part of the Grand Californian addition under construction now. Moreover, another DVC will be opening Hawaii in 2010 or 2011. In other words, you might be a candidate for purchasing at Grand Californian.

[CraftyMouse]

Why not buy a contract at the GCV at Disneyland? Then you could use them for your DL stays and when you make it to WDW.

[cogero]

NYC here. We loved the idea that there are loads of places we can use it though we will primarily use it for Disney properties

[CandleontheWater]

We currently live in Jacksonville (2 hours away), however we'll be moving to the DC area next year. I'm so happy we own DVC so I don't have to give up Disney, even though we'll be farther away.

[ransom]

We live in the Chicago area.

Wasn't there stats in the latest Disney Files magazine that showed that the greatest concentrations of DVC members were in the Northeast and Midwest regions?

[dnoyes]

We're in Idaho, about 3000 miles away.

[mmcguire]

We live in central NC, about 10.5 hours away. We have always driven, so thankfully the airlines' recent antics haven't impact our vacation habits.

[gjw007]

I live outside DC; it is a 13 to 14 hour trip depending on road construction, how fast I drive, and the number of pit stops I take. I go to WDW 3 or 4 times a year mostly because of the variety of activities in the area and the fact that when I've taken vacations near home, I have gotten called in to work whereas Florida is so far away I never get a call from work.

[dkellumw]

Houston area. Approx. - 17 hour drive (includes time change). We go on average about once every 1 to 1 1/2 years. Would like to get more points to go every 9 months to a year. Nothing like adding an extra trip to the World.:)

[ILuvTigger]

We live near Chicago (suburb 50 miles SouthWest). It is about an 18 hour drive, which we have not done yet, flying is my preferred choice, maybe one day I will drive if I have more time to stop in certain areas along the way.

[disneyistheone]

Hernando,MS about a 13 hour drive. We always fly and will continue to do so as long as the airfares remain reasonable.

[spiceycat]

8 to 11 hours - depending upon the way I go and how many stops.

lately it has been around 9 hours.

[Dodie]

Indianapolis, Indiana - 16-18 hour drive or 2-hour flight.

I agree with the above poster. The map in the DVC magazine showed a high concentration of members in the midwest and northeast.

[dvcdisney]

Way too far.:sad2:

[cokenut33]

We live in Upstate New York. From the last disneyfiles magazine-
#1 New York 13,300 members
#2 New Jersey 12,100
#3 Florida 11,800
#4 Pennsylvania 8,500
#5 Illinois 7,400
#6 California 5,100

So basically us Northeasterners NEED a little Disney magic every once in a while!!!

Also, if you're on the fence, don't forget that you can use your points at DL and Hawaii (once its built)!!!

[Buckeye Fan]

Just northeast of Columbus, OH. That places us almost exactly 1,000 miles north of WDW. It's a 16 hour drive, or a 2 hour flight. I prefer the 2 hour flight!!! :laughing:

[loribell]

We live in central Oklahoma, 1300 miles one way.

[lichevyguy]

long island ny 16-18 hrs away drive tme and 2 1/2 hr flight havent driven in a while but prob will again soon , go for it you will love it

[durango kid]

I can hear the fireworks!! :worship:

But when we bought, we lived in Colorado.

[disfanforlife]

We are in upstate NY near the Canadian border. It is about a 3 1/2 hour flight or 30 hours by car. We are flying down this November first time as DVC members! Can't wait!!!

[Wedgeh]

8 hour flight away, so only a visit every 2-3 years for me. Still love my membership though :)

[Hunclemarco]

Another Central New Yorker here... about 24-26 hr drive... but will be flying for our next trip.

[MILLZ]

Not close we live in ohio

[Laneychris]

We live in Kentucky

[jmillan]

Thank you everyone for your replies!

A new DVC will be opening at Disneyland, probably late next year; it is part of the Grand Californian addition under construction now. Moreover, another DVC will be opening Hawaii in 2010 or 2011. In other words, you might be a candidate for purchasing at Grand Californian.

Why not buy a contract at the GCV at Disneyland? Then you could use them for your DL stays and when you make it to WDW.

Very good points. Perhaps we can look into that option.

Thanks again:thumbsup2

-Josie

[photobob]

We are 550 miles away and drive and we can make in there in a little over 8 hours.

[janni518]

We are in NW New Jersey. To give you an idea, I can get to Manhattan in about 45 minutes.

[vicki_c]

We currently live in Jacksonville (2 hours away), however we'll be moving to the DC area next year. I'm so happy we own DVC so I don't have to give up Disney, even though we'll be farther away.

Don't sweat it -- the drive is still fine -- 14 hours-ish and totally doable in a day. Not like J-ville, but you'll love it here!

[bobbiwoz]

Just about 1000 miles away, in Ohio.

Bobbi:goodvibes

PS. Tomorrow, I'm doing my 550 mile drive to Cape May NJ. That pushes the limit on how far I'm willing to drive in one day. It takes me 11 + hours including stops. I don't anticipate ever driving to WDW from here.

[ilovecoasters]

We're less than an hour away from WDW and try to stay 2-3 nights about 5 times a year.

[edk35]

WE LIVE IN MD....by plane 2 hours by car.....TOO FAR. LOL We fly. We have only driven once and that was years ago and it was toooooo long.

[brack]

About 950 miles (Baltimore Area) :drive:

[tecodis]

Northern Indiana here...2 hour flight for me if I can get the non-stop to Sanford. Otherwise, it's about 5-6 hours with connections on the majors.
:scared:

I would never drive it * I don't have the sanity for a 15 hour drive!

I SOOO wish I lived within 2 hour drive of WDW! That would be da bomb!!
Anyone in Jacksonville want to adopt a grown up??
;)

[cpdwiz]

Hello everyone! I'm a newbie here and on the fence about whether or not to buy a DVC timeshare.

My question is do most DVC owners live close to WDW?

We are a family of four and live in Southern California about 20 minutes from Disneyland. We are annual pass holders and visit DL quite frequently. However, I don't know if we'll be able to fly cross country to Orlando every year in order to make our DVC purchase worth it.

If we lived within driving distance there wouldn't be a problem. (or at least that's what DH says, LOL)

Thank you!

-Josie

1075 miles from home to "home"

[mr. figment]

Northeast Indiana. A two hour flight from Indy or I guess about an 18 hour drive.

[tecodis]

Northeast Indiana. A two hour flight from Indy or I guess about an 18 hour drive.
Do you ever fly Allegiant out of Fort Wayne then? I LOVE Allegiant out of South Bend! Non-stop rules!!!! (although they messed with the schedules and are a little less desirable times from here beginning in October)

[PutnamDS]

We live 1182 miles from WDW, or about 19.5 hours. That's just too far for us to drive, as I am the only driver in the family - - YIKES! The other thing is I am not used to city driving - we live way out in the boonies where cars are few and far between. Flying is the only way, well, the only safe way, to go for us!

Deb

[PEANUT1]

we are about 950 miles to the world:)

a flight now costs about 175-200$ r/t

[Disney_Villain]

We live 1702 miles from Walt Disney World, 1530 miles from Disneyland (as the crow flies, for both). Either trip is two connecting flights. At least we have an international airport!

[wildernessDad]

We live just about 900 miles away from VWL.

[spiceycat]

8 hour flight away, so only a visit every 2-3 years for me. Still love my membership though :)

boy I drive only a little longer.

the flight time is around 1 hour and 25 to 20 minutes.

[Claire L]

8 hour flight away, so only a visit every 2-3 years for me. Still love my membership though :)

Similar flight time for us, where are you?

Claire ;)

[OlderMan]

We're in Melbourne, FL--about 65-70 miles from WDW.

FWIW, when I make reservations, I usually have to remind MS when they suggest using ME that there are no flights from Melbourne to Orlando. :rotfl:

We usually visit our home at OKW 2-4 times per year.

Prior to FL, we were in the REAL Saratoga Springs in Upstate NY. Even so, we usually managed at least 2 trips per year.

[lsutigger2]

We live in Louisiana, about a 750ish mile drive. Takes us about 11 - 12 hours to drive. I think that is because I have to make too many stops :lmao: :lmao: .
Sometimes we drive, sometimes we fly. It depends on how many days we are staying.

[madcoco]

Less than 3 miles from Toontown.

[ont/ohana]

Stoney Creek Ontario, Canada about 1/2 hour from Niagara Falls. Too long of a drive for us ( 24 hours straight through ) so we fly out of Buffalo.

[bonnielynn]

956 miles from Disney... 15 hours... we drove it a couple times, but I prefer to get there quick.. hope they invent a stargate or something so in the future I can walk through something and be there instantly!!:rotfl:

[JaxDisneyFans]

Just a short drive from Jacksonville to WDW. For weekend trips, we pick up DD after school and are at our SSR home in time for Dinner.

[allaboutmm]

We live about 45 mins. north of Boston, so the flight is about 3 hours. We have never driven, but someday a road trip might be fun:confused3 ?!

[jersey joe]

from northern nj drive time with stops approx, 18.5 to 20 hours

have made the trip several times

Pedro says " Welcome Home!".:) :cool1: :banana: :yay:

Beware of state troopers aprrox 20 to 25 miles in Va prior to reaching NC state line.

[Flyerfan]

About 1100 miles north in PA!! We drive every time...17-18 hrs.:)

[JimB.]

About 120 miles. Approx 2 hours, depending on traffic.

[dis2cruise]

we live on long island ,ny

about an 18 hr drive we only did this drive one time, wasn;t bad at all
did it in 2 days. I believe if we had to we would do it again.

we fly out of islip airport (I live about 15 minutes away) it takes us about
2 1/2 hrs on southwest airlines to arrive in orlando :cool1: .

prices aren't too bad with southwest the most we ever paid was
$125 each way and this was for this past April for my disney cruise.

We are going down in less than 3 weeks and paid $89.00 each way started at $105 each way but with web specials and southwest ding specials I saved some extra money for next years trip :thumbsup2

[cobbler]

We live about 1200 miles north of WDW - in western Michigan

It is about a 21 -22 hour drive.

[4 Little Bears]

We are about 4500 miles from WDW, approximately 13 hours flying.

I bought dvc so our families (both sets of grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, etc) could stay with us when we visit the lower 48. I love my family, but I don't consider sleeping on someone's couch a "vacation." Now everyone meets us at WDW.

[dianeschlicht]

We live in Minnesota. It's about 30 hours if we drive and 3 1/2 if we fly.

[bwvBound]

San Diego here! We do own, and love, some great "drive-to" timeshares. When we finally bought DVC, six years after our first "tour," we intentionally purchased fewer points than we needed for a typical stay. This strategy allows us to skip a year (going every-other-year) if needed. We have used our points for a 3-night stay at the Grand Californian (nice!) and look forward to a DVC at that location.

A "little DVC" is a nice addition to our collection of mostly drive-to destinations.

[lisah0711]

We're in Idaho, about 3000 miles away.

Another Idaho DVC member here -- way, way too long to drive and about 8 hours travel by plane. We go to WDW once every two years and DL at least once a year, sometimes twice. I love my DVC because I can get nicer accommodations than what I could afford to pay for cash. Some people think that using your DVC points for DL isn't the best use of points until GVC is built but it works for us!

[Coach81]

We're from Louisiana.. about a 12 - 13 hour drive to WDW. We normally drive halfway....

[ead79]

We live just north of Atlanta, GA. We always drive down, and it takes us about 7.5-8 hours including stops.

[PamOKW]

1,138 miles to OKW!

[nikkistevej]

We live in Baltimore, Md.- too far away!!:sad2:

[Sarahtink]

We live in Maine and love being DVC members even though we haven't used it yet - our first DVC trip is to VB this October ... less than two months now!!!!

[vandy]

Central Iowa Residents here. We take two days driving: 13 hours the first day and about 8-9 hours the second for a total of around 1300 miles or so.

[Tinkerbellcrafter]

Upstate New York..about a 19 hour drive-once! We now fly from here or drive 4 hours south for cheaper flights out of Baltimore when vacationing with friends or without them. (2 hour 10 minute flight) Gotta love Southwest airlines out of BWI, can't touch those rates out of any airport in upstate NY.

[tecodis]

We are about 4500 miles from WDW, approximately 13 hours flying.

I bought dvc so our families (both sets of grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, etc) could stay with us when we visit the lower 48. I love my family, but I don't consider sleeping on someone's couch a "vacation." Now everyone meets us at WDW.
Looks like you get the prize for the US citizen furthest away so far!
:cool1:

[southtexasmom]

We live in south Texas, its about a 4 hr. flight. We've never driven to WDW.

[blondietink]

We live in western New York State and it is a 24 hour drive for us. Flight if you shop around around $200.00 RT per person. We have never regretted buying into DVC and are looking to add more points. This year we will have gone 3 times by October. :wizard:

[happydvcmember]

we are in Ontario Canada thats about a 24 hour drive from Disney, we try to go to Disney about 2 times a year and stay for 2 weeks 1 trip and 1 week for the second trip but we would not trade it for the world we love our dvc :thumbsup2

[micminnieapolis]

We're in Minneapolis. 3 hours by plane or 26 hours of driving. Love our Disney though so we are willing to drive it at least twice a year. We have a new route through Alabama that we really love compared to the trip through Atlanta that could add hours on to the drive. We drove it for 26 years, arifare got cheap so we flew for a few and now we're back to driving! When I retire we might be able to fly again at off-peak times but as a teacher I don't have those right now!

[Mickey'sApprentice]

Here is the thread that showed DVC ownership by population density.

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1845197