Far fetched?? Anyone else hear this?

[tjkraz]

Do I believe DVC made inquiries into such a project? Yeah, that doesn't seem out of the realm of possibility.

But I don't know that such a project would ever get very far.

Art of Animation strikes me as a rather short-term lodging solution for most individuals. While it is an appealing destination, it's also one clearly aimed at families with young children. I don't want to offend anyone's sensibilities but I don't think the percentages of adults-only groups staying at AoA will be as high as many other locations.

As such, I'm not convinced that a 50 year commitment to a location like AoA would be an easy sell. It strikes me as a destination that wouldn't be a good "fit" for long, even for those who are able to be persuaded. Other resorts are more timeless in nature, with appeal to all groups. Folks who buy in their 30s do so with visions of post-retirement stays at BWV, BLT, OWK and others.

AoA is pretty narrow in its appeal, IMO. I can't see many seniors making annual pilgrimages to the Cars wing at AoA.

And while we could argue that DVC is only concerned with the initial sale, there's something to be said for keeping current owners happy and limiting the influence of the resale market--a lesson they are learning thanks to the overbuilding of resorts like SSR.

Financially it may be difficult to strike a balance between cost and nightly points--particularly with the legacy low points at OKW hanging out there.

 

[ELMC]

I think that if anything, AoA is sort of a DVC farm system (sports reference, as in minor leagues). I think that once families get used to the amenities that the AoA suites offer (kitchenette, separate bedrooms, etc.) they will see the difference between staying in villas and staying in hotel rooms. Once this happens, the next logical step is to investigate DVC.

 

[patsal]

Oh, sorry if I sound like a snob, but I seriously cannot see me saying, clear off the table it is time to put your sister to bed! While I might stay on points for an odd October, November or December weekend no way could I deal with that for two weeks in the summer.

 

[DougEMG]

I think that if anything, AoA is sort of a DVC farm system (sports reference, as in minor leagues). I think that once families get used to the amenities that the AoA suites offer (kitchenette, separate bedrooms, etc.) they will see the difference between staying in villas and staying in hotel rooms. Once this happens, the next logical step is to investigate DVC.

This makes sense.

I thought the justification for the AoA resort was because that Nickelodean Suites Resort was doing excellent business and Disney wanted it.

Also agree with tjkraz that the AoA doesn't make sense as a 50 yr purchase. While it is certainly going to be popular for families with young kids, as an older person (but young at heart) I have no real desire to go there.