Is anyone out there still happy with their DVC membership?

[Castillo Mom]

I love my DVC and haven't even used it yet.

Seriously though, I for one am thankful that my circumstances allow me to even be an owner. I try to put things in perspective and realize that there are people out there with far more serious things to worry about like keeping a roof over their head as opposed to things like the lack of a counter service option at Kidani, etc. We all need to count our blessings.

 

[Inkmahm]

Seriously though, I for one am thankful that my circumstances allow me to even be an owner. I try to put things in perspective and realize that there are people out there with far more serious things to worry about like keeping a roof over their head as opposed to things like the lack of a counter service option at Kidani, etc. We all need to count our blessings.

Exactly.

 

[BroganMc]

Am I happy?

Well I still love WDW and my home resort of SSR. I'm looking forward to my future trips this year. But honestly, my enthusiasm has been shaken in the last few months. Seems just when I adjust and get excited about the program there's another change. My joy over my BLT add-on completely unraveled with the point reallocation.

But then, I'm far more discontented over our stock funds right now. I'm just hoping DVC doesn't become something I look at solely as yet another financial burden. And in this day and age, it's those financial burdens we look at first with fear and loathing.

Regardless, I haven't become so discouraged that I want to abandon my DVC. I just don't want to see it continue heading down this path.

 

[marvali]

Still fairly new to DVC, but still loving it. We can't wait for our first trip home to AKV-Kidani over July 4th week. I'm in the "planning fast and furious" mode right now. We've stayed at SSR, HHIR multiple times, OKW, and AKV Jambo House so far and haven't had a bad experience yet.

I hate hearing about the bad experiences some on here have had (for the people involved) but I like this thread because many times it is only the bad that we hear about. All of our dealings with CMs at the different resorts have made for a lot of very memorable experiences in our short time as members.

It's a tough job dealing with the public all of the time, with their different wants, needs, and idiosyncrasies. I try to be respectful, patient and understanding of what they go through with other guests, and typically am met with a smile and overwillingness to help. Just one more of the great things about being at WDW!

 

[akghutton]

Hakuna Matata here. We've been members for 10 years and still love our DVC!

 

[nunzia]

I love my DVC and haven't even used it yet.

Seriously though, I for one am thankful that my circumstances allow me to even be an owner. I try to put things in perspective and realize that there are people out there with far more serious things to worry about like keeping a roof over their head as opposed to things like the lack of a counter service option at Kidani, etc. We all need to count our blessings.

Amen..I kinda said the same thing way back on page 1.
We are not of the income level to take lightly an investment like this. I researched a great deal before committing and knew that things could and would change.
I like the new reservation system..much more reasonable and cost effective. (of course there are the walkers who have to do their angle thing..but whatever makes them happy)
The points allocation doesn't bother me. OK..so weekdays are a little more but weekends are a little less. My vacation went down a few points, but next time may go up a few.
It's how it is..if these kinds of things upset people they can always sell..we aren't forced to keep DVC. And yes..things like poor maintainence and housekeeping need to be addressed and fixed to maintain the Disney standard. To me those are valid complaints.
But how lucky are we to be able to have this splurge in our lives? No frantic waiting for codes or hunting for discounts on lodging. We have something special we can use with family and friends for years and years. Nothing is perfect, but outlook certainly helps.

 

[jarestel]

Most of the changes are defendable from a systemic point of view, so I don't take them personally. As membership grows, one thing is certain... we can expect more and more "enhancements" that some members will no doubt view as limiting personal flexibility but which nonetheless are necessary for the functioning of the DVC system as a whole.

Quite honestly, I'm more concerned with clean and well maintained rooms than I am any of the recent changes. At the moment I am still quite satisfied with DVC, but if anything were to push me towards the "let me outta here" POV, it would probably be room issues rather than systemic changes.

 

[grannychamp]

I enjoy my DVC and at this time I'm not planning to sell......... But it seems that most changes are taking away from the DVC Members. When the economy is bad and they are practically giving away rooms and are giving free meal plans with a $59.00 room, why not pass something on to the base, the DVC Members. Just take care of us, not take advantage of us.

 

[JimMIA]

When the economy is bad and they are practically giving away rooms and are giving free meal plans with a $59.00 room, why not pass something on to the base, the DVC Members.

We hear this argument all the time, and the answer is quite simple. As DVC members, we have exactly the same access to special promotions as anyone else...and we are also required to meet the same stipulations for the promotion as everyone else.

If we want to book a $59 room with free dining or one of the other promotions, we are welcome to do that. In fact, many DVCers take advantage of free dining and numerous other promotions every year.

If you are asking why we don't get free dining with a DVC points stay, you need to understand that free dining is essentially designed to fill empty hotel rooms during slow periods. It's not a perk, it's a marketing strategy to sell hotel roomnights.

 

[Monorail Purple&Gold]

DVC has exceeded our expectations, having enabled us to visit our fav place more often. Very happy DVC members here!!

 

[disneyaggies]

I'm happy! I've never had a bad experience talking with anyone at DVC! They have always been professional, fun, upbeat, and seem happy to book our trips. We've been able to book what we want-when we want it at the 11 month and 7 month window. I feel like I've been sprinkled with pixie dust!

 

[KiminChicago]

We're still happy too! Of course, we've only owned for a couple of years, but we've been able to vacation at HHI last year and this year we're taking my sister, her husband and my two nieces to WDW for their very first visit. As a lot of people have pointed out, the point reallocation actually helped us and, since I always try to be flexible in my vacation planning, I've never yet been wait-listed. Well, ok, last year's trip to HHI would originally have been waitlisted, but then we moved our dates to Labor Day weekend and had no trouble getting exactly what we wanted -- and we were there in between hurricanes/tropical storms, so we feel we were very lucky! And I called at 10 months out and was able to get a dedicated 2br at Kidani for the exact dates I wanted so it's all good.

And as far as walking a reservation -- ugh! I don't really want to have to think that hard, so I'm glad I can make one call and book our whole vacation once.

 

[wildernessDad]

Still happy here!

 

[gkrykewy]

I have no complaints with our membership. Working out exactly as we'd hoped.

 

[Disneyhappy]

We're still happy, but not nearly as happy as we were in the beginning. For us, every change DVC announced impacted us negatively except for free internet. We keep waiting for the next bomb to drop.

 

[Tiger926]

We have had some awesome memories as DVC members and look forward to many more. Despite this, we are a bit disappointed in the point allocation, as it's going to cost us, but it will work out better for some members, and so we understand that DVC has to do what is best for members on a whole.

Tiger

 

[piglet75]

I'm a brand new member, but I'm very happy! I believe that, as with anything else, there are going to be pros and cons, ups and downs, and nothing is ever going to be perfect for everyone. I'm just so thankful to have been able to buy in to a piece of the magic and guarantee myself a lifetime of vacations at my favorite place on the planet!

 

[Hollymom1229]

We are still happy, and the point allocation actually saves us points in the end. Also, by bumping up the minimum point add-on they've stopped my add-on-itis.

 

[Cyndibear]

We love our DVC!! Sometimes I get a little bummed about the negativity of these boards too so I try to look past that. As other posters said, we are all very lucky to have the oportunity to vacation as much as we do with our DVC ownership.

Sure we have had a not too friendly cast member, and our room could have been a little bit cleaner but we are at Walt Disney World and for us, that makes everything okay!!

Cyndi

 

[byoung]

Still very positive about my 200 BWV points.