The Villas at Disney's Grand Californian Owners Group

[stopher1]

Congrats and Welcome Home! You definitely picked a good home resort!!

 

[drewmisha]

Congrats! What use year did you buy? I thought most the the uy's were sold out or had long waiting lists. Thx.

Just bought VGC today for our first time! We're so excited- we've been debating for years and finally decided to go for it.

I just wanted to say thanks for all the fabulous, detailed information here. I knew exactly what questions to ask and what to expect. Can't wait for our first trip, which likely won't be until next summer! We're plan a year ahead people- DVC will be perfect for us!

 

[clansac]

We got February UY. According to our guide, there are a few Feb left and some April and nothing else. We were happy with Feb because we vacation most in October, November and December.

 

[franandaj]

Aaaaaaah! Save some points for me! We are still waiting for our refinancing loan to come through and keep hitting obstacles! I only want 75 more!

 

[rmonty02]

Just bought VGC today for our first time! We're so excited- we've been debating for years and finally decided to go for it.

I just wanted to say thanks for all the fabulous, detailed information here. I knew exactly what questions to ask and what to expect. Can't wait for our first trip, which likely won't be until next summer! We're plan a year ahead people- DVC will be perfect for us!

Congrats and WELCOME HOME!!

Maybe I'll see you there next summer!

 

[KarenB]

We are sitting at the airport now after just having checked out of our 2 bedroom villa that home for 8 nights. It was wonderful!!! Can't imagine anything that I would want changed. Although VCG is not my home resort, it makes me realize more and more that our membership is well worth the investment for us.

 

[SanDeeKath]

Just bought VGC today for our first time! We're so excited- we've been debating for years and finally decided to go for it.

I just wanted to say thanks for all the fabulous, detailed information here. I knew exactly what questions to ask and what to expect. Can't wait for our first trip, which likely won't be until next summer! We're plan a year ahead people- DVC will be perfect for us!

Congratulations! How many points did you buy?

We have 480 (started with 400 and added 80 more a little while ago). We've gone so many times and are already borrowing from 2011 points. AAAAAH.

I wonder if I can add on again? What do you think DH would say?

Katherine

 

[peloha86]

Congratulations! How many points did you buy?

We have 480 (started with 400 and added 80 more a little while ago). We've gone so many times and are already borrowing from 2011 points. AAAAAH.

I wonder if I can add on again? What do you think DH would say?

Katherine

Sure you can add on again!!!
We just did......we kept on borrowing, now we're up to 2011 pts also..
You DH would be estatic, esp if he is Disney fan...and needs more vacation time like we do...

 

[ToodlesRN]

I use to keep up on this thread until this pregnancy caught up with me and made me really sick, now I am way behind about 100 pages (yikes). After having to cancel our trip 3 times this year, I finally booked for May 2011 so no disney fix for me this year Now here's the question; I was thinking of booking a cabana, those of you who have booked one was it worth the $, did you like it and what would you recommend half/full day? I am so looking forward to our trip in May!!

Hi Katherine! I say add more points! I was thinking adding more to VGC, but then maybe I should add points to go to Hawaii every other year???

 

[lulubelle]

I use to keep up on this thread until this pregnancy caught up with me and made me really sick, now I am way behind about 100 pages (yikes). After having to cancel our trip 3 times this year, I finally booked for May 2011 so no disney fix for me this year Now here's the question; I was thinking of booking a cabana, those of you who have booked one was it worth the $, did you like it and what would you recommend half/full day? I am so looking forward to our trip in May!!

Hi Toodles-I am also interested in doing a cabana 1/2 day. We go quite often and I would love to spend an afternoon (after doing the parks in the am, of course) lounging with a fruity rum drink while reading a gossip magazine and leisurely dipping my feet into the pool. It is pricey, but I wonder too if anyone has done it and felt it worth the time & cost.

May is a perfect time to go, have fun. And I hope you are feeling better!

 

[sierranevada]

Now here's the question; I was thinking of booking a cabana, those of you who have booked one was it worth the $, did you like it and what would you recommend half/full day? I am so looking forward to our trip in May!!

Hi Toodles-I am also interested in doing a cabana 1/2 day. We go quite often and I would love to spend an afternoon (after doing the parks in the am, of course) lounging with a fruity rum drink while reading a gossip magazine and leisurely dipping my feet into the pool. It is pricey, but I wonder too if anyone has done it and felt it worth the time & cost.

May is a perfect time to go, have fun. And I hope you are feeling better!

We did it in June and loved it! For us, the 1/2 day made more sense - we went into the parks for a Magic Morning and we ready for a break in the afternoon. We put all of our stuff in the cabana and then went and used a Fp on GGR in our swimsuits (cover ups of course!). We had 4 adults and 3 teens and have plenty of space - we did pull another chaise lounge over in front.

Can't comment on a fruity rum drink but the Top Shelf Margaritas.....YUMMY!

I say go for it!
We

 

[kerickson]

I use to keep up on this thread until this pregnancy caught up with me and made me really sick, now I am way behind about 100 pages (yikes). After having to cancel our trip 3 times this year, I finally booked for May 2011 so no disney fix for me this year Now here's the question; I was thinking of booking a cabana, those of you who have booked one was it worth the $, did you like it and what would you recommend half/full day? I am so looking forward to our trip in May!!

Hi Katherine! I say add more points! I was thinking adding more to VGC, but then maybe I should add points to go to Hawaii every other year???

We've missed you Toodles!
We've stayed at the Grand in May the past two years. This is our new favorite time to go. We were eyeing the cabanas last time. The pool wasn't that crowded, but we agreed that during busy times or if we had another family to share the cost with it would be great for a 1/2 day rental!

If I were to add on it would be VGC. I think Hawaii will be easy to book at 7mo. So unless you want to ensure Spring Break or Christmas every year, the VCG is probably a better investment.
I just realized we have a WDW trip coming up in Nov and I don't have any DVC plans yet for the next year I better start planning something quick!

 

[clansac]

Congratulations! How many points did you buy
I wonder if I can add on again? What do you think DH would say?

Katherine

We "only" bought 160... but I can feel the need to add on already! My DH is unamused!

 

[IandGsmom]

We "only" bought 160... but I can feel the need to add on already! My DH is unamused!

This sounds sooooo familiar.

 

[IandGsmom]

Can I ask where the signature pictures with the Grands picture. The only link I was able to see had most of the resorts but not the VGC.

 

[ACDSNY]

Can I ask where the signature pictures with the Grands picture. The only link I was able to see had most of the resorts but not the VGC.

If you see one you like in someone else's signature you can copy and paste it into yours.

 

[Longhairbear]

We want to add on at VGC to get the 11 month window for booking but have decided to wait. We, and other DVC friends here think that DVC will be adding a second set of villas somewhere on DLR property. The problem is, there are no decent, or believable rumors to base this on. However, a lot of us think it is a no brainer.
The cruise line is here now, DCA has become very popular, and will continue to become even more popular in the next 2 years. Disneyland is planning an expansion, and we think the resort will be a jumping off point to Aulani for many DVC members.
So, we have decided to wait, to see if DVC is planning another California DVC resort here, and then we will add on more points. Any others feel the same way, or have heard any rumblings, or decent rumors of a second DVC at DLR?

 

[mfortis]

We want to add on at VGC to get the 11 month window for booking but have decided to wait. We, and other DVC friends here think that DVC will be adding a second set of villas somewhere on DLR property. The problem is, there are no decent, or believable rumors to base this on. However, a lot of us think it is a no brainer.
The cruise line is here now, DCA has become very popular, and will continue to become even more popular in the next 2 years. Disneyland is planning an expansion, and we think the resort will be a jumping off point to Aulani for many DVC members.
So, we have decided to wait, to see if DVC is planning another California DVC resort here, and then we will add on more points. Any others feel the same way, or have heard any rumblings, or decent rumors of a second DVC at DLR?

I heard that one of the Disneyland Hotel Towers maybe converted. They (DVC) should also try converting Paradise Pier and install a walking bridge into DCA. Or buyout the two hotels that or on the southeast corner of DLR.

 

[franandaj]

Any others feel the same way, or have heard any rumblings, or decent rumors of a second DVC at DLR?

Our bellman at the VGC was sure that they were going to be building a new tower at DLR that would be all DVC, he said they had been briefed on it and even received paperwork, but that it was put on hold with the new Cars land and other contruction.

 

[toocherie]

Hi guys--haven't been on this thread in a while. My next VGC trip is October 15th for Mickey's ToT Party--I'm waitlisted for the 16th because a friend and her daughter (11 years old) are coming with me. So keep your fingers crossed for me!