We totally go more often than we ever would if we didn't own, so I don't know if it's a fair comparison when folks talk about their pre and post
DVC travel habits and saving money. IDK if saving money is a factor for you anyway. For whatever we save in flying COO and cooking some meals in the room, we blow on signature dining and Owners Lockers, LOL. It's worth it to us because of how enjoyable it is traveling this way.