The VGF 2 pricing thread

[TinkB278]

oh okay, I didn’t know if the other studios just had full sized beds and I didn’t realize it. With them putting in queen sized Murphy beds in all resorts going forward I still don’t see how the two real beds is a huge perk.

 

[HIRyeDVC]

I hope so! Being a VGF owner, I’m nervous about the 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom availability.

This is why there’s BLT!

 

[KayKayJS]

I hope so! Being a VGF owner, I’m nervous about the 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom availability.

If we bought, we would be buying VGF just for studio purposes. Would be first time buyer. Made a mistake in not buying resale during 2020.

 

[DisneyMom_3]

This is why there’s BLT!

That makes the most sense! For those that want to be able to book something other than studios, the guides can steer them to BLT if they are concerned like I am about securing larger rooms.
The new incentives are good, but BLT is my least favorite monorail resort. (They did have me contemplating it though if VGF2 comes in as high as some think.) The extra bathroom is definitely a plus as are those theme park views, but the ambiance just isn't the same as VGF or PVB in my opinion. I will gladly stay there if that is what is available, but don't feel like I need the 11 month advantage since it wouldn't be my first choice. I'm sure as owner, you feel differently about BLT though!

 

[DisneyMom_3]

Exactly. I need three things answered.

What is the price?
When can I buy?
When can I stay?

We are planning an early 2023 trip and would like more points. If I don’t get more info soon then I will have to buy more RIV points so I can get them loaded and used in the next month.

Exactly what I asked when they called me yesterday. "Soon" was all the guide could say.

I just booked a December trip a few weeks ago and NEED more points to complete my stay! Just take my money already!!! HAHA!

 

[HIRyeDVC]

That makes the most sense! For those that want to be able to book something other than studios, the guides can steer them to BLT if they are concerned like I am about securing larger rooms.
The new incentives are good, but BLT is my least favorite monorail resort. (They did have me contemplating it though if VGF2 comes in as high as some think.) The extra bathroom is definitely a plus as are those theme park views, but the ambiance just isn't the same as VGF or PVB in my opinion. I will gladly stay there if that is what is available, but don't feel like I need the 11 month advantage since it wouldn't be my first choice. I'm sure as owner, you feel differently about BLT though!

I live in Hawaii so the Poly is an automatic NO for me. VGF is nice but the points chart is way too high and the room options too low. And the walk to MK is farther. BLT, while some consider sterile, is perfect in terms of room layout. I’m hoping that the upcoming refurb will blow away the new Riviera rooms. As an owner, the biggest advantage is securing the lower point standard view rooms, which sometimes gives both lake and theme park views.

 

[Bjaiken77]

Exactly what I asked when they called me yesterday. "Soon" was all the guide could say.

I just booked a December trip a few weeks ago and NEED more points to complete my stay! Just take my money already!!! HAHA!

So you got a call already? I still have not, but I’m guessing it’ll be in the next 24 hours now. If there isn’t a price or on sale date, I think the call will be pretty quick.

 

[Jelly563]

We stayed in a BLT gv. Best trip yet. watching the electric water parade from the balcony, that view and same floor as the lounge (when it was open / functional pre covid) unbeatable. Idk why they say it is sterile, it's so close to the magic how can u not feel it. Slight voyage to contemporary for provisions or whatever and u feel like your in the parks.

 

[DisneyMom_3]

I live in Hawaii so the Poly is an automatic NO for me. VGF is nice but the points chart is way too high and the room options too low. And the walk to MK is farther. BLT, while some consider sterile, is perfect in terms of room layout. I’m hoping that the upcoming refurb will blow away the new Riviera rooms. As an owner, the biggest advantage is securing the lower point standard view rooms, which sometimes gives both lake and theme park views.

Hawaii - how fun!! I can see how Poly wouldn't appeal to you. We are a family of 5, so I like having the option to squeeze into a studio if needed for a quick trip. We did this our last trip to save points for the Grand Villa for our next trip. We stayed at Poly and it was tight, but doable.
I love how DVC offers something for everyone though! And, each vacation can feel so different just by booking at a different property. If the refurbishment blows away the Riviera rooms, hopefully I can still get a room there now and then.

 

[HIRyeDVC]

We stayed in a BLT gv. Best trip yet. watching the electric water parade from the balcony, that view and same floor as the lounge (when it was open / functional pre covid) unbeatable. Idk why they say it is sterile, it's so close to the magic how can u not feel it. Slight voyage to contemporary for provisions or whatever and u feel like your in the parks.

I couldn’t agree more! Other resorts give you a great view of MK. BLT and the Contemporary makes you feel like you’re still in it!

 

[DisneyMom_3]

So you got a call already? I still have not, but I’m guessing it’ll be in the next 24 hours now. If there isn’t a price or on sale date, I think the call will be pretty quick.

You haven't missed much. LOL! I'm not really sure why the guide called. (My guide was off yesterday, so another guide called instead.) He didn't have any new information and just kept repeating "Soon" (with excitement). When I asked how soon, he said they should be available for booking in Spring 2022 (which we've known since they made the announcement over 9 months ago). Hopefully, we get more information "soon"! LOL!

 

[DonMacGregor]

I don't think that VGF2 will be marketed as "studios only". They're going to present it as the full complement of VGF options from resort studio to grand villa. There will surely be people purchasing enough VGF2 points to book those larger villas. My concern is that there will be just enough of them to make booking the limited number of larger villas a real challenge.

That's what I've said several times, but people keep telling me I'm wrong. I think if I were a current VGF owner, I'd be worried about new owners bleeding into existing larger villas far more than I'd be welcoming more studio sized units.

 

[SusieQ93]

I couldn’t agree more! Other resorts give you a great view of MK. BLT and the Contemporary makes you feel like you’re still in it!

My only issue with BLT is I’ve heard such bad things about studios there. Once I buy in though for the trips where we want a one or two bedroom, I will try to get BLT at the 7 month window since it’s a better value than VGF.

 

[DisneyMom_3]

We stayed in a BLT gv. Best trip yet. watching the electric water parade from the balcony, that view and same floor as the lounge (when it was open / functional pre covid) unbeatable. Idk why they say it is sterile, it's so close to the magic how can u not feel it. Slight voyage to contemporary for provisions or whatever and u feel like your in the parks.

Well, I've never stayed in the BLT GV, but I toured it and it was beautiful. I'm sure I would feel the same as you had I had the opportunity to stay there! We will only stay in a GV if we have extended family with us and they can't really do the stairs so not sure it will ever happen for us.
I just don't get the same feeling getting off the monorail at the Contemporary as I do at Poly and GF. My family all enjoy riding the monorail, so the shorter walk doesn't really matter to us. I'm sure watching the electric water parade through those huge windows would be amazing though!

 

[HIRyeDVC]

My only issue with BLT is I’ve heard such bad things about studios there. Once I buy in though for the trips where we want a one or two bedroom, I will try to get BLT at the 7 month window since it’s a better value than VGF.

Yes, BLT studios suck for a family of 4. Personally, I try to avoid studios at all costs. It’s why I bought into DVC. For the location, laundry, and kitchen.

 

[DisneyMom_3]

That's what I've said several times, but people keep telling me I'm wrong. I think if i were a current VGF owner, I'd be worried about new owners bleeding into existing larger villas far more than I'd be welcoming more studio sized units.

As a VGF owner, I'm hoping you are wrong! I'm definitely concerned about it, but still wanting to buy more points! (The first step is admitting I have a problem. )

 

[Jwaire]

I don't think that VGF2 will be marketed as "studios only". They're going to present it as the full complement of VGF options from resort studio to grand villa. There will surely be people purchasing enough VGF2 points to book those larger villas. My concern is that there will be just enough of them to make booking the limited number of larger villas a real challenge.

I think that's a real concern too especially considering the ability to bank and borrow. You're going to have people who skip a year, bank their points and decide to upgrade the next year. And there's only something like 47 dedicated 2- bedrooms and 47 lock offs. I think it's going to be like Copper Creek studios all over again except with 1 and 2 bedrooms (after the new addition sells out). This isn't like if they added to Polynesian, where you bought in knowing there's no other room types. GFV1 owners didn't expect an expansion some 9 years later.

They should have made the resort studios a few points lower per night to entice people to book them instead.

 

[Nabas]

They should have made the resort studios a few points lower per night to entice people to book them instead.

No doubt, Disney put Disney first.

First, making the new resort studios a point or two lower per night could make new buyers question them. "What, aren't the new rooms as good as the old rooms?" This could cause headaches for guides and hurt sales.

Second, fewer points per night means money that Disney doesn't collect.

When it announced VGF2, Disney did not seem particularly concerned with the headaches VGF2 creates for existing VGF1 owners. The point charge reenforces this.

 

[Bjaiken77]

No doubt, Disney put Disney first.

First, making the new resort studios a point or two lower per night could make new buyers question them. "What, aren't the new rooms as good as the old rooms?" This could cause headaches for guides and hurt sales.

Second, fewer points per night means money that Disney doesn't collect.

When it announced VGF2, Disney did not seem particularly concerned with the headaches VGF2 creates for existing VGF1 owners. The point charge reenforces this.

Yeah, I do have an interest in buying VGF2, but I do feel bad about this. I feel like it could have been handled better to make VGF1 owners still feel like they have some unique advantage.

 

[DKZB]

This is why there’s BLT!

Am I the only one seriously considering ditching any plans to buy VGF2 in favor of BLT?
If I didn't have points transferred in and vacations booked with my VGF contract, I think I would sell now before the announcement and buy BLT!