Disney Vacation Club is coming to Boston! Updated w/pics Page 12

[oakmanner]

Yes, except for the Grand Prize, everyone received each of the gifts mentioned!

 

[horselover]

Did they have any models set up? I was really hoping to see the BLT model. I don't think we'll be adding on, but it's good to see what it looks like in case we want to stay there some day.

 

[Rpsemont]

Hi All!

Had hoped to have DD (14) write up something last night on the way home, but we couldn't get the computer to work. Glad oakmanner posted as I just have a little time right now.

So a few clarifications: I would not call the grand prize a one week stay in a

Disney Passport Collection hotel

, but was instead a one week stay at an RCI property from a reserved special RCI website. It was explained that inventory changes daily, that you log onto the site, see what inventory is there, see if anything interests you, suggested that if you see something that interest you, do a google search and read reviews (indicating that there be some offerings that are less than stellar), That there is usually more availability closer to the travel date, but can be availability up to 9 months in advance and that sometimes for a fee you can upgrade. Later, when talking with the RCI people, they said although the certificate had a date of 5/16/09 and said it was valid for one year; in fact, the clock starts ticking when you register the certificate. It was made clear that most peak travel dates would not be offered. So how do I know all this????? Because I was the winner! So, we already have some travel on the horizon for this summer, so I probably won't log in to use it until late August. The certificate reads a little like the time share promo certificates that sometimes end up not being able to be used at all, but I will wait and see and time will tell. We'd love to try something different and maybe stay on the gulf coast, and DD will have the first week of March off next year, so we're thinking maybe Sanibel Island - here we come. Of course, they made it clear you can't search by location, just have to scan availability.

As far as the rest of the evening, we had a good time. Definitely get there early, as we arrived right before 7PM and already all the people directing you were gone. It's a HUGE complex and I would think if you arrive at the time the event starts you might never find your way to where you need to be. I reviewed parking options at http://boston.bestparking.com. While there was a $6 lot about 5 blocks away, because of the rain and because it was night and I didn't know the neighborhood, I parked in the $12 lot almost right across the street. Since I'm not a city person, I wasn't used to the unattended parking lot etiquette - which is pull up to gate, insert credit card - PRESS THE OK (GREEN) button and the gate opens. When you leave, you just pull up to the gate and it will open.

The crowd was about 1/3 capacity, I would say, so for those there, especially the young kids there was premium dance with MInnie and Mickie time. Besides Aladin, Cinderella and Fairy Godmother, there was also the Genie. They gave away some pins during the dance party part. There was a kids club set up for the time of the presentation, but if your kids are old enough to sit still for 45 minutes or so, take them into the theater. Everyone in the theater gets the free gifts - although only those 18 year or over can register for the grand prize.

Here are the other price breaks
It was explained that current price is $112, with a possible $5 pp discount.
It was explained if you're currently financing through DVC, then you can get additional financing - no questions asked! and of course, no closing costs.
EVENT ONLY Discounts:
100 points - $16 per point off - so $96 per point
The next price break was at 160 points, and our notes aren't clear, but I think that might $18 pff per point.
Then 200 points - which is $20 pp off - netting purchase price to $92 pp
320 points (done as 2 160 point contracts so you can split them for you children ) net $90 pp
And for the BIG spenders of 500 points or more - $24 off per point - so $88 per point.

If I had funds, I might be tended to buy to flip, but that's not the case with me - so I was good and kept my credit card in my wallet

They ONLY offered BLT.

Overall,it was a nice evening. If you have young kids and want a Disney fix, it's a good time. If you want to add on anyway, it's probably a GREAT deal.
If I hadn't won the grand prize, it probably would have just passed the "worth it" mark, as I drove 2 hours to get there ($20 gas, $8 tolls, $12 parking) BUT I did get those great Disney vacation Club MICKET EARS

 

[princessfionasmom]

Congratulations Rpsemont!!!! That's awesome!!! You'll have to let us know how you make out with your free week.

Did they have any room models set up? I'm really hoping they do.
Carmel

 

[BCV513]

To the people going on Saturday:

I heard on the radio this morning that the Seaport is also hosting tryouts for Deal or no Deal on Saturday. So get there early!

 

[RLRDA]

So how do I know all this????? Because I was the winner!

Overall,it was a nice evening. If you have young kids and want a Disney fix, it's a good time. If you want to add on anyway, it's probably a GREAT deal.
If I hadn't won the grand prize, it probably would have just passed the "worth it" mark, as I drove 2 hours to get there ($20 gas, $8 tolls, $12 parking) BUT I did get those great Disney vacation Club MICKET EARS

Wow, congratulations! That's fabulous....I was going to say that I hope a DISer wins tonight when we are going (actually I hope that DISer will be me - or my family! ) It's great that someone on this thread won!! Does every family member get a chance to win or just the adults? I'm hoping the capacity is lower tonight as well .

We only have about an hour drive and no tolls so I'm thinking it will be worth the ride (not even planning on winning the trip!) for the little DVC handouts and the dance party, etc. We are not planning any purchase tonight. If we add-on in the near future it'll be at BWV.

 

[goofy4tink]

To the people going on Saturday:

I heard on the radio this morning that the Seaport is also hosting tryouts for Deal or no Deal on Saturday. So get there early!

Thanks for the heads up...looks like I'll be leaving even earlier.

 

[pyrxtc]

do you think we'll have time for both?? DS will be skipping his game so we'll be able to leave a little earlier. Is the casting to be on the show tomorrow night or another day? I can make any other evening but tomorrow.

 

[twinklebug]

Congrats Rpsemont! I hope you get Sanibel Island - it sounds so cool.

Thank you for posting your experience with the parking lot too - I'd have been clueless at the gate to the lot.

 

[oakmanner]

No there were no models...

Here is one photo that I took:

 

[disney0505]

Do you need to purchase at the event or do they have a deadline to purchase? We are scheduled to go on Sunday. Do you need to call your guide to get the incentives or are they not involved since it is a separate event? $90 for 320 points at BLT sounds incredible.

 

[mejkjj97]

We are going Sunday morning at 10 am! We can't wait!

 

[RLRDA]

Does every family member get a chance to win or just the adults?

Sorry, I went back and read your post again and saw the answer to my question! Leaving in a few hours -

 

[Rpsemont]

Do you need to purchase at the event or do they have a deadline to purchase? We are scheduled to go on Sunday. Do you need to call your guide to get the incentives or are they not involved since it is a separate event? $90 for 320 points at BLT sounds incredible.

You don't involve your guide at all. You can only purchase at the event at that time to get those incentives.

Oh and for those who don't regularly go to the seaport - don't forget to get instructions home! I left at 9:30 Thursday in the pouring rain and didn't have a clue where to go. I thought of trying to wing it, but instead pulled into Anthony's Pier 4 and asked the doorman, there. (I needed to get back to I90West)

I did a quick search on these RCI certificates and it appears they were also given as an incentive to some people who bought BLT earlier this spring. I'm going to search some more to see who had luck using them.

 

[Fatalbie]

I have deleted the email with the registration instructions. Do I need to call my guide or is there another # I call, assuming there is still availability.
If someone would pm me some info, I would really appreciate the help.

Thanks,
Jim

 

[Fall1]

We just got back and it was lots of fun. We were told that as long as you talk to a guide and have their name and phone number that you have until Sunday to get in on the incentive deals they are offering while in Boston.

 

[guymorris]

Does anyone know if these incentives are valid for non-members? We'll be bringing along a friend that is interested in becoming a member.

 

[princessfionasmom]

Does anyone know if these incentives are valid for non-members? We'll be bringing along a friend that is interested in becoming a member.

I believe they do apply however your friend would have to meet the minimum requirements of 160pts. Have fun!

 

[Rhode Island Quahog]

Yes the incentives were for new buyers as well as current DVC members at the Boston show.
Minimum buy in was 160 points for new members.


160 Points - $96 per point ($16 0ff)

200 Points - $94 per point ($18 Off)

270 Points - $92 per point ($20 Off)

500 Points - $88 per point ($24 off)

Hope this helps...It was a fun presentation today at 4PM!

~Val

 

[Dawn16]

We just returned from the 7:00 pm session with 50 GCV points Figured we'd go every 3rd year with banking and borrowing. We had a great evening. They said they're expecting big crowds this weekend so arrive early and have fun, everyone!