Are we too "old" to join DVC??

[DonnaL]

We briefly considered DVC in 1993, but, really were not in a financial position at that point to do anything about it.....however, we were in a position to do something about it several years before we ended up buying in 2001 and just didn't act upon it.......much to our regret at this point. DH and I are both 50....our kids are 25, 23 and 17 and a 5 yr old grandson (our DD could take or leave Disney, both sons have inherited our love of it and so has our gs).
We visit twice a year.......once with all the kids and once DH and I alone and will continue to do so hopefully well into our 70's and 80's. So, IMO.......no you're never too old......and as another poster said if several years down the road you decide you'd rather not vacation at a Disney resort any longer you can always sell and not really lose anything......unlike many other timeshares.

 

[Disney MAINEiac]

I have never talked with anyone who regretted their purchase. i have heard several say they wish they had done it sooner..Never to old!

If your older children aren't disney Fanatics, two words: GRAND CHILDREN! Share the Magic

 

[mmmcq]

You can't be too old if you are asking.......sounds like you are already there.

Did any other posts mention the other places you can use DVC points - the Concierge and Adventurer Collections? There are resorts and trips that you might enjoy doing with your adult children.

I'm not 50 yet, but I honestly can't wait until we are able to go more often without our kids and to enjoy some of the other adventures Disney offers. We just have way too much fun in the parks.

Best of luck with the decision.

 

[BeccaG]

All this encouragement from the "more experienced" kids at heart on this board has encouraged me that maybe being 27 and buying in I will still get to enjoy my DVC in 48 years!!

 

[keishashadow]

Regret not buying in sooner, better late than never.

Our DVC membership motivates me to keep truckin' to keep up in the parks .

Keep telling our extended family when they ask "...why are you going to WDW again...", we're starting our retirement travel early while we're still healthy enough to enjoy it.
Can't live life worrying about what might be...seize the day!

 

[tomchris]

We've been going to WDW several times a year since 1991. Only regret was not purchasing the DVC until last year. I'll be 62 in December and due to lack of courage will not reveal the DW's age. We both decided to share our two sons inheritance with them by buying at OKW and BWV. Looking forward to our first trip with the grandchild.

 

[greenban]

We briefly considered DVC in 1993, but, really were not in a financial position at that point to do anything about it.....however, we were in a position to do something about it several years before we ended up buying in 2001 and just didn't act upon it.......much to our regret at this point. DH and I are both 50....our kids are 25, 23 and 17 and a 5 yr old grandson (our DD could take or leave Disney, both sons have inherited our love of it and so has our gs).
We visit twice a year.......once with all the kids and once DH and I alone and will continue to do so hopefully well into our 70's and 80's. So, IMO.......no you're never too old......and as another poster said if several years down the road you decide you'd rather not vacation at a Disney resort any longer you can always sell and not really lose anything......unlike many other timeshares.

This proves that genetically the Love of Disney is transferred on the Y chromosome!

I'm nearing 47, and we go at least 4 times a year, I plan to retire to OKW and SSR (If I last that long). There are so many adult (even senior) options at WDW, that the OP is *NOT* to old for WDW or the DVC.

Come get gray with Mickey!

-Tony

 

[debbiepump]

I'm 53 and DH is 59.9 years old. We just joined! I'm a WDW lover and my DH could of cared less. That was............until he started being able to enjoy the wonderuful Villas and found out that he doesn't have to get up at the crack of dawn, be in the parks all day, go to bed and get up early the very next morning to do it all over again. He's now also a WDW lover (not as much as me, but just about). He loves being able to kick back, watch football or whatever, sit on the deck and watch the world go by while I'm content to just go in the parks and if I want, leisurely shop my way around World Showcase alone. You're only as old as you act (and somedays, feel).
Go for it, life's short.

 

[dizhoni]

DH and I are 69 and 70. We joined last year after a wonderful trip to OKW as guests of our DD. The grandchildren are mostly grown and our 1st greatgran is due anytime. The whole family is thrilled about WDW and so enjoyed our recent trip to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. We have 2 contracts and must find 2 more before long--have 4 children. I say "GO FOR IT" Honi

 

[Eyore4Ever149]

I think its a valid point to consider if your children have no interest in WDW. However, your contract can always be sold, so you could will it to your kids, and they could sell it should you pass on before the contract is up, or of course you can rent points if you aren't going that year.

I think you will find some great information about cost breakdown and considerations on if it is right for you at this website
http://www.mousesavers.com/dvc.html

best wishes in your decision making!!

 

[I Love DVC]

My parents (mom, 52 and dad, 59) just bought DVC. But, then again, they have me (16), who is a total DISNEY FANATIC!!!

 

[magicmama]

We couldn't purchase until an older age. And the 50's is a great time to enjoy DVC. Then there's always the future grandkids that help keep you young if you are able to take then to WDW.

Enjoy the magic!

 

[dvc at last !]

You are " old " if you want to be --

going to Disney is great fun for ages...

Do it you will not regret it !

 

[tvwalsh]

When I bought OKW points in 1992, (I was 47) I was so afraid that I was doing something stupid. Points were $52 each and you could rent a nice Disney room for a little over $100.00. The Grand Villa that we will be staying in for eight nights this January would cost more than $10,000 to rent now. Just do it and then watch the time fly.

 

[vonderbar]

You are never too old for Disney. Life is short and if you enjoy WDW go for it.
If you have lots of questions, call to speak to a DVC CM. They will answer all your questions and will not pressure you in anyway. I can recommend Rafael Massa, who is my DVC CM. DH and I couldn't go as often or stay in these fine Vacation Club Villas, if we weren't members. You also get other "Member Perks". When SSR opened, they had a special event just for DVC Members. It was a wonderful experience. As for your children not being Disney folks, you can use these points to stay around the USA and Europe. As my DVC CM asked us, "If you could go anywhere on vacation, where would you want to go?" We could use our DVC Membership for all the places we mentioned. Trouble is, we can't seem to stop going to WDW (LOL). I am forcing myself to go to HH (another DVC property), in the near future. My son and daughter-n-law are not Disney fans either. I'll wait for grandchildren. When my Mom turned 80 two years ago, I was able to take her to WDW as her birthday gift. She had never been there before and without DVC, I wouldn't have been in the position to give her such a gift. That trip is is a most cherished memory. We relived a long ago Disneyland trip when we were in MK. This is another nice perk, you can make others dreams come true. Good luck in what ever you decide, but there is something "magical" about Disney.

 

[spiceycat]

you and your husband are still young.... most timeshares buyers are in their 60's - Disney is an exception - most of its owners are under 40 - I think the average age is 35.

but if you and your husband enjoy Disney - what is stopping you? go for it - hey you should have 30 years (if not more) to enjoy Disney because you need to decide what to do with your membership.

what you want to bet that you get grandchildren by then that are into Disney as much as you and your husband.

besides your children may change their times.... DVC resorts while on WDW property - are better in ways than the theme parks.