Single and no kids....DVC a good option?

[manntra]

I am 36 years old, no children, and single. I have 3 nieces/ 3 nephews ranging from 10-22 years old. I am the "cool Aunt" who takes everyone on vacation. Last year I took my youngest niece and stayed 4 nights at BW and 3 nights at AKL. She renewed my love of all things Disney (as if I needed coaxing) and so now this year we are doing a land/sea in August.
Not sure if marriage/kids are in my future but I am thinking of the DVC. One of the draws is that I like the Deluxe resorts and after reading so many posts, it seems that "in the long run" it may be the way to go.
Any feedback would be welcome...just wondering if the DVC would be a good fit for me...not sure of marriage/children in the future...not that it is a DVC pre- requisite!!
Thanks so much!

 

[JudyS]

Lots of people with no kids love Disney, including me! I've done solo trips to Disney, too, and had a very good time. If you will be paying for deluxe Disney accomodations at least once every three years, then a DVC membership can be a very good choice.

You're lucky that you get to take your nieces and nephews to Disney! Mine are so over-scheduled for activities with their parents that I've never been able to take mine anywhere!

 

[hellerjw]

I think if it makes sense to you financially, you tend to stay in the deluxe resorts and you go often enough (it appears that you do both) then its probably worth considering.

I have kids, but honestly I did it as much for me as I did it for them. I think I get more excited about going to Disney every year than they do, and they start bouncing off the walls 6 months before our departure date.

Besides, being the "cool Aunt" isn't anything to sneeze at. If you can relive your childhood each time you go and see the sparks forming in a family member at the same time, I think its a win-win scenario.

In my opinion, DVC isn't entirely about the money. The "fun" factor has some value too.

 

[Anthony1971]

The Aunt that spoils the nieces and nephews rules....
If you have your own then parent who spoils her own child (children) rules and you can still take......
I am also sure you will easily find somone willing to share your room

 

[TheBeadPirate]

I bought DVC in 2001 after losing a DH. Single with no kids was me. I bought for myself. I have since married (again!) and still no kids, and no plans for them. We go to WDW to relax. Everyone's nice and takes care of us. With the hectic schedule we have it's nice to get away.

 

[casper]

I'm single, never been married, 41 years old, and just bought last October. I haven't been on a DVC vacation yet. But the past two years I have stayed in a moderate with my parents. I like the fact that we can ride most things together when at Disney. My first DVC trip will be in July. I have a 2 bedroom and will be taking my parents, brother, sister-in-law, and nephew. November I have a trip scheduled with just my parents also taking them to Cinderella's Royal Table for supper (shhhh...it's a surprise, don't tell them). And in May I have invited some close friends of mine. Does Disney and DVC make sense for a single person? I think it does. It's giving me an opportunity to vacation with those I never would any other way (I haven't been on a vacation with my brother since 1983 when he got married).

If you can afford it, be the cool aunt! You can really make a difference in their lives.

 

[Inkmahm]

Yup, it's worth it. I just married in 2003 and we bought DVC last year. My husband and I are both Disney nuts. I'm also the "cool aunt" who takes family on vacation. I think we'll do that every December and keep our Spring trip just for the two of us. Last Dec it was my sister and niece. This December it will be 12 of us- my husband's whole immediate family (including a niece and nephew.) Next December, who knows? We enjoy being at Disney alone and we enjoy being there with other people. You sound like you may be the same...

 

[Lynne M]

It sure was a good option for me! My friends and family don't like to go to WDW as often as I do, so I was taking a fair number of solo trips and staying in moderates, because I just couldn't justify spending $300 a night on a room for myself. But I really LOVE the deluxes. So, DVC - a deluxe room for less than the cost of a moderate.

What really sold me, though, was the flexibility:

If my DBF and I ever get married, we've got pre-paid lodging for the rest of our lives. A one-bedroom would be perfect for us. If his kids want to come along, we'll get a two-bedroom or a GV.

If I go with my Mom or one of my friends, we get a two bedroom and each have our own room, and have the living room and kitchen to hang out in. A friend decided to come along on my March trip, and I couldn't switch my studio to a 2 bedroom, so I got an extra studio for her.

Pretty much any scenario that I came up with, worked out for me.

I haven't regretted buying DVC for a minute.

 

[wildernessDad]

One of the draws is that I like the Deluxe resorts and after reading so many posts, it seems that "in the long run" it may be the way to go.

I think that if you intend on going to a deluxe resort at WDW for the next 7 years, then you would be better served by purchasing points in DVC.

How cool would you be then? Pretty darn cool, I'd say.

 

[Dman67]

If you have the money and love to spoil your neices and nephews then I'd go for it. Nothing like being the cool aunt, or cool uncle in my case. At least I think I am...wait I better check...hmm...

 

[mjy]

50 years old
Single
Owned since 1998
Definitely feel it was worth it!

And, by the way, would you be my adopted aunt and donate me some points?

 

[jedijill]

I'm also single, 33, with no kids (at least the two legged kinds LOL) and I just bought into DVC a couple of weeks ago. I love the deluxes and this is my way of affording them. I'm hoping to be the Cool Aunt also. First nephew is due on June 26.

Jill in KC

 

[manntra]

Oh my gosh!! Thank you all so much for your quick and helpful replies!!
Now the hard part will be choosing a "home base." I like the area of the BW and BC but every place seems to have their own advantages.
Well it all makes good sense to me now and since I am in a place financially that I can afford to do it, I say why not. I love a nice place to stay and that is why I like the deluxe so I think the DVC will be a good fit.
Do you recommend meeting with someone during my vacation in August? We are staying at the BC for 3 nights then the cruise for 4 nights.....I know they have their pitches at the resorts and also the cruise. I have received the best and most valuable information on these boards whether researching for our cruise or finding out ahead of time that one of our favorite restaurants-Alfredo's in Epcot will be closing---only days after we will be there, and that the Haunted Mansion will be closed for refurbishment. All of the answers are right here!!
Again thank you all so much. I know it will be a good decision for me!

 

[NYMomof4]

If you have the time, take the tour-they usually give some freebies with it. We got a fastpass that lasted 24 hours or something and the kids went to the play center and then we all had ice cream.

I'm a cool mom but I really look forward to being a cool aunt to my nephew (10 months) and his future sister (due in October).

My DVC trips are as much for me as for the kids so I think you will find many single adults or adults w/o kids who love DVC.

 

[Glendamax]

I am 36 years old, no children, and single. Any feedback would be welcome...just wondering if the DVC would be a good fit for me...not sure of marriage/children in the future...not that it is a DVC pre- requisite!!
Thanks so much!

You sound just like me! I just joined in March. I'm really looking forward to going "home" for the first time in September.

I looked at it this way, even though I am single, at least I'll be able to go when I want, and not have to worry about how I'm going to afford the room. This year will be my first solo trip as well, and I'm really looking forward to it.

So go for it!

 

[abner1776]

We bought into DVC in 2006 - both DW and I are in our late 50's - 2 DD's are in their 20's - have not been able to use our points yet (mostly because one DD has used most of my points !!), but expect to use points on a bi-annual basis with the expectation that DD's along with nieces and nephews will use some of the points in those off years.

Also expect to leave the points to DD's for their use when we "check out" to the great WDW in the sky.

Never considered purchasing DVC when DD's were younger, but at this point in our lives it made sense.

 

[Figment2]

55 and single. Friends & I (all adults, no kids) take 3-5 trips a year especially for Flower & Garden, Food & Wine and/or Christmas. I also like to take solo trips but that's getting harder to do since I bought into DVC (even though most friends are DVC owners too).

Cyn

 

[DeeCee735]

I'd have purchased DVC just for me if it were the case. Going with DH and kids is great, going with the girlfriends is AWESOME. It was my love of all things Disney that prompted the purchase, the rest of the fam is just along for the ride.......Good luck with your decision.

 

[clutter]

I have to laugh. At 36, I was the cool aunt (to younger nieces/nephews than yours). Then two years later, I got tired of that role and became single mom to one wonderful dd. We discovered Disney when she was 3. With just the 2 of us, I didn't think DVC would work for us. Then one year, I splurged on a couple of nights at the BC. I didn't need to waste any time taking a tour. I came home, researched DVC here, and bought 130 points at BCV within a month! Then I got addonitis and now we have some points at AKV. Oy.

 

[CarolAnnC]

Hi!

You are still young and if you have the love of Disney and want to return for vacations, most definitely purchase DVC!

I would recommend both attending the DVC informational meet on board ship and also make a visit to the sales center at WDW. The ship has great info presented, but there is much to be said for actually touring the model units.

If you are like me you will be signing on the dotted line, lol. Although I purchased originally on land, I did purchase an add on at sea when BCV first became available.

Good luck!