Just recieved DVC January Member Clubhouse e-mail.

[ncligs]

Just recieved January's Member Clubhouse e-mail from DVC.

 

[kda]

And...........................

.....................what's the latest?????

 

[ncligs]

Originally posted by kda
And........................what's the latest?????

Here it is below...........

Disney Vacation Club Member Clubhouse
Monthly News ... Just For You! - January 2003
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"I love the nostalgic myself. I hope we never lose some of the
things of the past." - Walt Disney

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***Inside Scoop***
Magic is in the cards

Disney's Visa Credit Card from Bank One is coming soon. It's the
first credit card in history that will offer Disney Dream Reward
Dollars(SM) on your Disney's Visa Card purchases. Apply between
March 4 - 24, 2003, and your card will be embossed with Disney
Vacation Club and will also reflect "Cardmember Since Day 1."
As a "Day 1" cardmember, you'll also receive a limited edition
commemorative pin to mark the occasion. More information will be
available soon at dvcmember.com
***News of Note***
Stormalong Bay slide closure

Continuing through April 4, 2003, the waterslide located at
Stormalong Bay at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts will be
closed for refurbishment. But as a Member staying at Disney's
Beach Club Villas, Disney's Yacht Club Resort, or Disney's Beach
Club Resort, the Stormalong Bay pool areas remain available for
your enjoyment while the slide undergoes enhancement.

Interval International(R) - Two ways to go

Whether you want to go to Aspen, New Zealand, or over 300 places
in between, there are two ways to make an Interval International(R)
exchange: Request First and Deposit First. Both methods give you
the flexibility and convenience of deciding how and when to make
the exchange.

With Request First, when you contact Member Services for an
Interval International(R) exchange, a search will be conducted to
see if there's an immediate match. If an immediate match is
available, you can confirm right away. If no immediate match is
found, you may request a search. Once a match is confirmed, your
Vacation Points are committed.

With Deposit First, you have the option of first depositing a
reserved Disney Vacation Club Resort accommodation into the
exchange system, then deciding later where and when you'd like
to travel. This is a particularly good option if you haven't
settled upon vacation plans, but don't want to lose the use of
your Vacation Points. Remember, to increase your exchange
opportunities, don't wait until late in your Use Year to make
your plans!

Also, keep in mind that once you deposit your Disney Vacation
Club Resort accommodations, you cannot withdraw them. Consult
pages 160-165 of the 2002-2003 Member Guidebook for details. For
information that will help you plan a Member Getaways - World
Passport Collection vacation, click here.

***Member Perks***
House of Blues(R) eats beat

If dishes like Voodoo Shrimp or Creole Jambalaya sound good to
you, we've got a special Member offer to make them sound even
better. As a Disney Vacation Club Member, you'll receive a 15%
discount during lunch (11:00 am to 4:00 pm) and 10% discount
during dinner (after 4:00 pm) excluding alcoholic beverages, tax,
and gratuity. Discount cannot be used in conjunction with any
other offer. Located at Downtown Disney(R) West Side. Call
(407) 934-2626 for priority seating.

***Korkis Korner***
The S.S. Member Cruise 2003 sets sail in February aboard the
Disney Wonder(R). In anticipation of this special event, Member
Clubhouse columnist and Disney Historian, Jim Korkis, takes you
on a journey exploring Walt's fascination with the sea and
sailing. More...

***Walt Disney World(R) Events & Attractions***
A fun new destination

Next time you're making your way through Orlando International
Airport, be sure to visit Disney's EarPort. Whether you're coming
or going, this exciting new 4,000-square foot shop is a welcome
departure offering everything from Walt Disney World(R)
merchandise and Disney-themed treats to Walt Disney World(R) Theme
Park tickets.

"We're very excited that this new shop will allow Guests to
access Disney merchandise at both ends of the main terminal
[with our Magic of Disney] shop in the West Hall of the terminal,"
said Sonia Beard, manager of Concept Development for Merchandise
Strategy. She added that Flights Fantastic, a smaller Disney shop
located in the airport's Delta Airside terminal, will close
within several months.

Surf's up!

Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, an exotic, tropical paradise
featuring the world's largest wave pool, has completed its annual
refurbishment and is again open. So if body surfing on 5-foot
waves sounds like a breeze, as does swimming with real, live
sharks, you're all set to get wet! Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water
Park is open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, and discounts are
available for Disney Vacation Club Members. For more information,
just call (407) WDW-INFO or click here.

Please note that Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park is now closed
for its annual refurbishment, but is currently scheduled to
reopen March 2, 2003.

Glowing reviews for The Crystal Palace

Expanded seating, a new character parade, and new Chef Douglas
James, highlight the many improvements after months of
refurbishment at The Crystal Palace in the Magic Kingdom(R) Park.
Sit down to a bountiful buffet featuring fresh seasonal entrees
as the dining room comes alive with the day's offerings being
freshly prepared in the onstage kitchen. The Crystal Palace is
open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. With the reopening
of The Crystal Palace, Tony's Town Square Restaurant invites you
to join them for traditional Italian fare, offered a la carte
daily for lunch and dinner (without appearances from Disney
characters).

The show must go on

The Polynesian Luau Show at Disney's Polynesian Resort is
undergoing some exciting changes as the theatre is refurbished.
A spectacular show is scheduled to premiere on March 4, 2003.

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Disney Trivia

1) In what form did Maleficent transform herself to fight Prince
Phillip in the Disney animated feature, "Sleeping Beauty"?
a. Cobra snake
b. Large, stuffed teddy bear
c. Fire-breathing dragon
d. An enormous French Poodle

2) In the Disney animated feature "Aladdin", what song does the
Genie first sing to Aladdin about his newfound wish potential?
a. "I'm Wishing"
b. "When You Wish Upon A Star"
c. "A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes"
d. "Friend Like Me"

3) At the conclusion of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs", which
Dwarf does Snow White not kiss before departing with the Prince?
a. Sleepy
b. Dopey
c. Grumpy
d. Bashful

See bottom of newsletter for answers.
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***Developer News***
The changing landscape

In December's Member Clubhouse, we said you could look forward to
monthly stories with interesting details about our newest
proposed Disney Vacation Club Resort, Disney's Saratoga Springs
Resort & Spa. Well, since we're breaking new ground, we figured
there's no better place to begin than with the landscaping.

So we talked to Keith Bongirno, from the landscape architecture
firm MSI, who's helping bring the look and feel of upstate New
York to central Florida. MSI is the same firm that worked wonders
with the landscaping at some of your other favorite Disney
resorts (including The Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge and
Disney's Beach Club Villas) and Disney's own private island
paradise, Castaway Cay.

In planning the landscape for Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort &
Spa, Keith told us that he's looking to capture a late-1800s
look. The architecture of the time will be complemented to create
a romantic feeling reminiscent of this splendid era in Saratoga
Springs' rich history.

Disney will magically bring the charm of Saratoga Springs to life
in every detail including flowers, trees, rocks, fountains, and
lakes. Guests will delight in daylilies, irises, and
ferns--horticulture that's natural to Saratoga Springs and
indigenous to Florida. Likewise, Red Maples, Sycamores, and River
Birch trees native to upstate New York as well as central Florida
will dot the landscape with beautiful foliage. And according to
Keith, the beautiful Oak and Pine trees that are currently on
property will work well within the resort's landscape.

Attention to detail will be evident everywhere you look. As in
the town of Saratoga Springs, the formal gardens, patios, and
courtyards will be situated close to buildings, while pastoral,
forested areas are placed away from them. The rockwork will draw
on the granite/sedimentary slate, stone, and river rock abundant
in the Adirondack region.

But perhaps the most striking thing about Disney's Saratoga
Springs Resort & Spa will be its connection to water in various
forms. To begin with, the many lakes (with their landscaped edges
and dramatic, tall fountains that are lit at night) will
transport you to Saratoga Springs. Other fountains will be
spring-like with water bubbling up from the rocks. Some will even
be covered by gazebos. Keith told us his favorite thing is the
fabulous feature pool. Naturally-shaped, there will be a bubbling
spring cascading over rocks before falling gracefully toward the
pool--just like a spring-fed lake! The accompanying waterslide
will create quite a splash as it weaves in and out of rockwork
and passes under a stone bridge before reaching the pool.

Watch for more exciting details about this magical new resort
next month and in upcoming issues of Vacation Magic and Member
Clubhouse.

***Home Resort Spotlight***
Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort

As the weather starts to warm up, consider heading down to this
magical resort where Disney hospitality meets Carolina charm.
Offering mild temperatures and terrific value for your Vacation
Points, Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort is the perfect place
to spend a long weekend. And with Valentine's Day just around the
corner, now's the time to plan a romantic getaway. To make things
extra special, Tide Me Over and Broad Creek Mercantile will help
you celebrate with champagne, chocolates, flowers, and candles.
The deadline to place an order is February 10, 2003. For more
information, call (843) 341-4149.

The resort's Longview Cooking Club will be hosting a new,
Member-exclusive program this season. Join fellow Members over a
glass of wine while sampling delicious hors d'oeuvres that will
be prepared right before your eyes by our resort chef. Or for a
truly special evening, make reservations for "A Private
Affair"--Chef Gordon will assist you in creating your very own
menu including appetizers, entrees, and desserts matched with the
appropriate wines. He'll then prepare it for you tableside in an
oceanfront dining room at Disney's Beach House! Be sure to make
advance reservations for "A Private Affair" before arriving at
the resort. Just call (843) 341-4166.

***Coming to the Clubhouse***
Before we know it, spring will be here. That means we'll have
some details on the Atlanta Braves' Spring Training at Disney's
Wide World of Sports(TM) Complex. And with spring fever in the
air, what better time for Disney Historian Jim Korkis to fill you
in on some details about Mickey's true love, Minnie. We'll also
have more details on construction progress at Disney's Saratoga
Springs Resort & Spa, specials for Members, a spotlight on
Disney's Vero Beach Resort, and maybe even some news from the
S.S. Member Cruise.

See you real soon!

Disney Trivia answers: 1)c 2)d 3)a

 

[Tagrel]

***Developer News***

... But perhaps the most striking thing about Disney's Saratoga
Springs Resort & Spa will be its connection to water in various
forms. To begin with, the many lakes (with their landscaped edges
and dramatic, tall fountains that are lit at night) will
transport you to Saratoga Springs. Other fountains will be
spring-like with water bubbling up from the rocks. Some will even
be covered by gazebos. Keith told us his favorite thing is the
fabulous feature pool. Naturally-shaped, there will be a bubbling
spring cascading over rocks before falling gracefully toward the
pool--just like a spring-fed lake! The accompanying waterslide
will create quite a splash as it weaves in and out of rockwork
and passes under a stone bridge before reaching the pool.

OK, guess that answers the 'will there be a slide' question once and for all!

This sounds like it will be a beautiful resort.

 

[PamOKW]

I was hoping the "surprise" was going to be something besides the Visa....oh well. It is interesting that ours will say DVC Member on them. I wonder if they will offer us some perks that will differ from those other card holders will have

 

[sgtpet]

Yeah right, more than likely they will charge us a higher interest rate.

 

[Muushka]

Originally posted by sgtpet
Yeah right, more than likely they will charge us a higher interest rate.

You hit the nail on the head!

 

[kem330]

I'm kind of disappointed with all the teasers for the card- its beengoing on for months! Enough already, give us the hard facts!

 

[DVCajun]

I'm pretty tickled about the cards having DVC member on them.

 

[Janis]

Thanks for posting, Nick and Cindy. I've been trying to get MS to send me this. The last response I got was "We haven't sent anything out lately (this was after people here posted that they received their December issue) but thank you for registering your e-mail" and something of the sort that I will be receiving mail in the future. I've tried registering at least three times and have yet to get one e-mail from DVC! I guess I'll try again, but in the meantime it was nice of you to post it. Thanks again!


Janis

 

[CaptainMidnight]

So, Saratoga Springs will have a water slide. Excellent.

 

[Johnnie Fedora]

Quote:
Yeah right, more than likely they will charge us a higher interest rate.

Quote:
You hit the nail on the head!

You forgot the biggest perk of all...10% off at your local Disney store (for purchases of $50.00 or more charged to the card, excluding sale priced items and park tickets).