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Supergirl9801 · 01-15-2013, 07:33 PM

I've found a few tidbits here and there about DVC's and heard it can be a big moneysaver. I'd love it if someone could point me to a FAQ or a "how to" thread on looking into it. Wondering if it would be a big cost saver over a typical disney resort package?

RayJay · 01-15-2013, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Supergirl9801

I've found a few tidbits here and there about DVC's and heard it can be a big moneysaver. I'd love it if someone could point me to a FAQ or a "how to" thread on looking into it. Wondering if it would be a big cost saver over a typical disney resort package?

Supergirl,

Go to the DVC forum on these boards, specifically the "purchasing" board,
you'll get tons of information.

RayJay

Lynne M · 01-15-2013, 07:44 PM

Are you interested in becoming a DVC owner (purchasing a timeshare), or just renting a reservation from an owner?

We have a number of DVC forums on the DISboards; you'll find them a little ways down the forum list. If you're interested in purchasing, I'd recommend starting with the Purchasing DVC board. If you'd like to rent a reservation from an owner, take a look at the stickies at the top of the DVC Rent/Trade board, they explain the ins and outs of the process.

shaynar · 01-15-2013, 08:31 PM

It seems like you are looking to rent DVC points as opposed to buying. While I am a huge proponent of renting points, I feel for a first time Disney-er you're better off looking at a package or room only from Disney directly.

Supergirl9801 · 01-15-2013, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by shaynar

It seems like you are looking to rent DVC points as opposed to buying. While I am a huge proponent of renting points, I feel for a first time Disney-er you're better off looking at a package or room only from Disney directly.

I am looking to rent. I've also checked those forums mentioned by others above and am still not finding too much good info. I wonder why you would suggest that vs. trying to rent points?

mdinme · 01-15-2013, 09:55 PM

Renting points will get you a room. Youll still need park tix, maybe dining plan. Youll save money with a package and its a lot easier.

Study up and youll be better suited to try dvc.

Sue M · 01-15-2013, 10:22 PM

It would also depend on # of people going, and relationships. For a DVC studio you only get 1 queen bed and a pull out sofa, Except OKW I believe is the only DVC studio that actually has 2 beds.
When I go with my 27 yr old daughter, she prefers a bed not a pull out. So for us, a regular resort room with 2 beds is better.

I aso wouldn't rent points from a stranger, as it requires a certain ammount of trust, You give them your money, they hold the reservation.
If you go this route, I'd use Davids. He is reliable and your reservation is safe. You may pay a little more booking thru him, but at least you know you won't be ripped off. http://www.dvcrequest.com

01-15-2013, 07:33 PM	#1
Supergirl9801 Earning My Ears Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 16	Total Newbie here...resort or should I consider DVC? I've found a few tidbits here and there about DVC's and heard it can be a big moneysaver. I'd love it if someone could point me to a FAQ or a "how to" thread on looking into it. Wondering if it would be a big cost saver over a typical disney resort package?

01-15-2013, 08:31 PM	#4
shaynar Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2010 Posts: 154	It seems like you are looking to rent DVC points as opposed to buying. While I am a huge proponent of renting points, I feel for a first time Disney-er you're better off looking at a package or room only from Disney directly. __________________ Me Freaked out DH (he didn't know what he was getting into!!!) Little man 1 Little man 2 Too many than I can remember..... Latest: 09/2008 Honeymoon @ Poly, 10/2010 First "family trip" @ WL, 01/2012 Bringing Baby #2 @ Kidani, 01/2013 we're going back! @ BCV/VWL

01-15-2013, 09:55 PM	#6
mdinme DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Maine Posts: 534	Renting points will get you a room. Youll still need park tix, maybe dining plan. Youll save money with a package and its a lot easier. Study up and youll be better suited to try dvc. __________________ Me DW DS14 DD12 Offsite 07 & 09/Jan 10 Kidani/Aug 10 BW-BC/Aug 11 FQ/July 12 POR/Aug 13 BCV/Oct 13 BWV

01-15-2013, 10:22 PM	#7
Sue M DIS Veteran Join Date: May 2009 Location: B.C. Posts: 7,217	It would also depend on # of people going, and relationships. For a DVC studio you only get 1 queen bed and a pull out sofa, Except OKW I believe is the only DVC studio that actually has 2 beds. When I go with my 27 yr old daughter, she prefers a bed not a pull out. So for us, a regular resort room with 2 beds is better. I aso wouldn't rent points from a stranger, as it requires a certain ammount of trust, You give them your money, they hold the reservation. If you go this route, I'd use Davids. He is reliable and your reservation is safe. You may pay a little more booking thru him, but at least you know you won't be ripped off. http://www.dvcrequest.com __________________ Past Trips: Aug 2003 WDW Marriott Courtyard, [B]Aug 2005 [/BSeaWorld, Universal, Busch Gardens Hilton Garden Inn, ]Aug 2007 WDW CBR, Jan 2008WDW WL, Aug 2008St. Pete Beach, Universal-HRH, Sea Workd & Aquatica- Hyatt Place & Doubletree, Jan 2009WDW AKL, Aug 2009Key West Sheraton Suites, Cocoa Beach Hampton Inn, & WDW POR/WL, Jan 2010WDW Poly, Jan 2011WDW POR, Aug 2011WDW POR/BC CL, Jan 2012WDW WL, Aug 2012AKL CL, Jan. 2013POFQ Next trip GF & YC Aug 2013

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01-15-2013, 07:44 PM	#3
Lynne M Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 8,045	Are you interested in becoming a DVC owner (purchasing a timeshare), or just renting a reservation from an owner? We have a number of DVC forums on the DISboards; you'll find them a little ways down the forum list. If you're interested in purchasing, I'd recommend starting with the Purchasing DVC board. If you'd like to rent a reservation from an owner, take a look at the stickies at the top of the DVC Rent/Trade board, they explain the ins and outs of the process.