Winter Dec 25 - Jan 26 Direct Incentives

[AstroBlasters]

I noticed that as well--and thought it was strange as the fed rate is down (I know these rates aren't linked, but as this type of interest tends to be forward looking in terms of the financial markets, I'm confused, unless this, too, is a way to squeeze a little more nearly invisible profit from customers, which it probably is).

The fed controls the bank overnight lending rate.

There has been an uptick in defaults in areas like subprime car loans and so the riskier loans on things that have a huge upfront depreciation (like timeshares) could have their cost of capital increase.

Disney’s rates are still below 3rd parties, from what I understand.

 

[Brian Noble]

I was also wrong. The direct-debit rate is still 9%, not 9.5%.

 

[VGCgroupie]

The spreadsheet is going to say you are crazy

#facts

 

[Sandisw]

Why close it? Everyone “would love to be a referral”. Are you saying they wouldn’t without getting compensated?

Because the DIS only allows this when there is an incentive for the buyer.

 

[SugarSweetLee]

Forgive me, I did not read through this whole thread so not sure if this was mentioned before.

Just got back from our first trip to Aulani and there was an extra incentive if you added on during stay for $500 off up to 149 points (I think) and $1000 off 150 points or more. It did expire on your checkout day. Not sure which all resorts this onsite offer applied to.

This was combinable with the other incentives, including the D23 Gold $500 and Magical Beginnings buyback on 100+ points. She also mentioned there would be an additional offer for upcoming DCL sailings on the Treasure before the new year, but did not share the details since we didn't have one planned.

We want an Aulani contract now But will have to wait for the right resale to come along (and to build the vacation piggybank back up a bit).

 

[tx911]

Forgive me, I did not read through this whole thread so not sure if this was mentioned before.

Just got back from our first trip to Aulani and there was an extra incentive if you added on during stay for $500 off up to 149 points (I think) and $1000 off 150 points or more. It did expire on your checkout day. Not sure which all resorts this onsite offer applied to.

This was combinable with the other incentives, including the D23 Gold $500 and Magical Beginnings buyback on 100+ points. She also mentioned there would be an additional offer for upcoming DCL sailings on the Treasure before the new year, but did not share the details since we didn't have one planned.

We want an Aulani contract now But will have to wait for the right resale to come along (and to build the vacation piggybank back up a bit).

Was that adding on at any resort, or just Aulani?

 

[SugarSweetLee]

Was that adding on at any resort, or just Aulani?

We only specifically asked about Aulani, but I am inclined to believe that they would likely be applicable if you wanted to add on during a stay to any of the currently-promoted resorts. I can't say with certainty though :/

 

[tx911]

We only specifically asked about Aulani, but I am inclined to believe that they would likely be applicable if you wanted to add on during a stay to any of the currently-promoted resorts. I can't say with certainty though :/

Sounds like you had a good trip!

 

[VGCgroupie]

Forgive me, I did not read through this whole thread so not sure if this was mentioned before.

Just got back from our first trip to Aulani and there was an extra incentive if you added on during stay for $500 off up to 149 points (I think) and $1000 off 150 points or more. It did expire on your checkout day. Not sure which all resorts this onsite offer applied to.

This was combinable with the other incentives, including the D23 Gold $500 and Magical Beginnings buyback on 100+ points. She also mentioned there would be an additional offer for upcoming DCL sailings on the Treasure before the new year, but did not share the details since we didn't have one planned.

We want an Aulani contract now But will have to wait for the right resale to come along (and to build the vacation piggybank back up a bit).

This is very interesting. I have never seen a history of offers that are only good while staying on property. Maybe it’s a new thing they are trying out? High pressure for sure. I’d go for a sub contract for sure! I’m glad you had a good trip!

 

[tx911]

This is very interesting. I have never seen a history of offers that are only good while staying on property. Maybe it’s a new thing they are trying out? High pressure for sure. I’d go for a sub contract for sure! I’m glad you had a good trip!

I need to try to get out there to Aulani. Maybe 2027.

 

[VGCgroupie]

Hmm

We only specifically asked about Aulani, but I am inclined to believe that they would likely be applicable if you wanted to add on during a stay to any of the currently-promoted resorts. I can't say with certainty though :/

I would think we would’ve heard about from other resorts if it were the case. 2 of our members here in that boards recently met with guides while staying at VDH.

If this is a new thing they are starting I may be in trouble at LSL

 

[tx911]

Hmm

I would think we would’ve heard about from other resorts if it were the case. 2 of our members here in that boards recently met with guides while staying at VDH.

If this is a new thing they are starting I may be in trouble at LSL

I'm treading water waiting on LSL too. Even though I'm done.

 

[VGCgroupie]

I'm treading water waiting on LSL too. Even though I'm done.

We are both done… until we aren’t

 

[airjay75]

Adding a $500 or $1,000 incentive for point purchases if you say yes while on property would honestly be a pretty smart move IMO. Although I suppose people still have their 10-day rescission period.

If you're listening DVC, I'm staying at CCV just before the current incentive period expires! Offer me another $1,000, and then here's my money!

 

[tx911]

We are both done… until we aren’t

As we know, you have already reneged on being done. I haven't (yet)

ETA: I know I want to renege, I just don't know where I want to renege yet.

 

[tx911]

Adding a $500 or $1,000 incentive for point purchases if you say yes while on property would honestly be a pretty smart move IMO. Although I suppose people still have their 10-day rescission period.

If you're listening DVC, I'm staying at CCV just before the current incentive period expires! Offer me another $1,000, and then here's my money!

I don't think DVC realizes how little it would take to move us. We are dying to add on.

 

[VGCgroupie]

I don't think DVC realizes how little it would take to move us. We are dying to add on.

Yep. Once time an extra $500 would’ve sold me on 100 more VDH points. But the discounts weren’t stacking so no extra $500

 

[juliebee]

Hmm

I would think we would’ve heard about from other resorts if it were the case. 2 of our members here in that boards recently met with guides while staying at VDH.

If this is a new thing they are starting I may be in trouble at LSL

I just met with a guide at VDH and there was not an extra promo for purchasing during the trip. I didn't ask about Aulani, so perhaps an extra discount is available for there. We did talk about VDH and Poly.

Also, on that point... the guide said we had 7 days to take these promos. I challenged that as I know the promos end in February, but he was insistent that we only had 7 days from the meeting. So, like on day 8 can't I just take a virtual meeting and get the same promos? Isn't the 7-day pressure just a false pressure?

 

[AstroBlasters]

Forgive me, I did not read through this whole thread so not sure if this was mentioned before.

Just got back from our first trip to Aulani and there was an extra incentive if you added on during stay for $500 off up to 149 points (I think) and $1000 off 150 points or more. It did expire on your checkout day. Not sure which all resorts this onsite offer applied to.

This was combinable with the other incentives, including the D23 Gold $500 and Magical Beginnings buyback on 100+ points. She also mentioned there would be an additional offer for upcoming DCL sailings on the Treasure before the new year, but did not share the details since we didn't have one planned.

We want an Aulani contract now But will have to wait for the right resale to come along (and to build the vacation piggybank back up a bit).

Having some Aulani direct can be beneficial if you want to try and use the points at VDH or other future DL Fwd properties.

 

[LilyJC]

This is very interesting. I have never seen a history of offers that are only good while staying on property. Maybe it’s a new thing they are trying out? High pressure for sure. I’d go for a sub contract for sure! I’m glad you had a good trip!

I think it’s Aulani/cruise specific as we were also offered the Aulani “special” back in June while there.