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DVC Newscast

DVC Newscast

Written by: Shannon Ford Peter Scheidle and the My DVC Points Community
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 A DVC Newscast focusing on the latest news in the DVC Community.@2023 My DVC Points Parenting Relationships Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
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  • Big Thunder, Rock n Roller Coaster & Lakeshore Lodge opening dates and more!

    Big Thunder, Rock n Roller Coaster & Lakeshore Lodge opening dates and more!
    Apr 26 2026

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    In episode 180 of DVC Newscast, Shannon and Peter share several updates:

    • Big Thunder Mountain is set to reopen May 3 with no preview mentioned
      • Source: Disney Parks Blog
    • Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster starring the Muppets opens May 26 with six announced ride songs, a Muppet pre-show song, queue changes, and upcoming AP/DVC previews (dates not yet announced).
      • Source: Disney Parks Blog
    • Lake Buena Vista Golf Course closing from late spring to early fall for major renovations.
      • Source: Walt Disney World Golf website
    • Disney declared 16 additional DVC units at the Island Tower at Disney's Polynesian Villas and Bungalows, bringing declared inventory to 123 of 222 units, with uneven distribution across room types.
      • Source: DVC News
    • The boat dock at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort closes May 11–June 15. Trader Sam’s outdoor area is closed amid exterior work.
      • Source: DVC News
    • Disney’s Lakeshore Lodge is officially announced for summer 2027 with 967 rooms and themed elements.
      • Source: Disney Parks Blog
    • Disney Cruise Line 50% off kids fare promo on select sailings
      • Source: Disney Cruise Line website
    • Upcoming Moonlight Magic dates and Jellyrolls relocating off-property.

    00:00 Welcome Back Episode 180

    01:58 Big Thunder Returns

    04:07 Muppets Take Over Rock N Roller Coaster

    07:23 LBV Golf Course Refurb

    09:57 More Poly Tower Inventory

    11:54 Poly Boat Dock Closure

    15:00 Lakeshore Lodge Details

    22:15 Disney Cruise Kids Deal

    25:02 Moonlight Magic Dates

    28:19 Jellyrolls Moving Offsite

    My DVC Points is a fantastic community of DVC members. Our cheerful, respectful, and authentic conversations about Disney Vacation Club are designed to help people make informed and educated decisions about what's best for their families. Please join us in continuing our Facebook group and YouTube channel conversations.

    It takes an incredible community of DVC members to produce our content. We're always recruiting people to help research, produce, edit, or join our shows to share their stories. Thus far, we've had over 400 DVC members on our shows.

    If our content has been a blessing to your family, please consider supporting our show through our VIP Producer's Club at Patreon.com and join us for the Patreon After-Party from our live shows.

    Facebook admins and moderators of the My DVC Points Community Group: Sandy Symianick, Gina Grotsky, Shannon Ford, Caleb Allison, and Mary Anne Tracy. "Take Flight" music by Martinrowberry1 on Pond5.
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    31 mins
  • DVC changes commercial use policy & one-time use point price increase

    DVC changes commercial use policy & one-time use point price increase
    Apr 4 2026
    In this week's episode, Peter and Sue discuss Disney Vacation Club’s adoption of a new commercial use policy and price increase for one-time use points. They also share news on new DVC Member offerings at Disney California Adventure, upcoming resort refurbishments, and a new after-2 PM ticket option for dates this summer. N179 My DVC Points is proudly sponsored by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. In episode 179 of the DVC Newscast, Peter and Sue discuss Disney Vacation Club’s March 31 adoption of a new commercial use policy, outlining criteria DVC may use to flag frequent renting/advertising and the enforcement tools available (e.g., cancelling reservations, limiting booking/modifications, restricting banking/borrowing, and reducing benefits) while emphasizing casual renting and family reservations should still be allowed and hoping enforcement improves availability at hard-to-book resorts. They note Disney raised one-time use points from $20 to $22.50 on March 23 (up to 24 points per contract, usable at 7 months or less). They cover DVC member offerings at Disney California Adventure (free photo sessions April 14–Aug 6, 2026; Wine Social Wednesdays in April ), upcoming refurbishments (BoardWalk’s Luna Park Pool Jan–Apr 2027; Grand Floridian Cafe mid-July–Oct), an after-2 PM ticket option for May 26–July 29.. 00:00 Welcome and Weather Chat01:11 Sponsor Monera Financial02:04 New Commercial Use Policy 03:14 What Counts as Violations06:46 Enforcement and Penalties08:52 Why Members Want Crackdown11:48 Rentals Still Allowed14:32 Who This Targets15:40 Market Impact and Enforcement16:21 Using Points for Others17:30 Rental Crackdown TalkSource: DVC News 18:10 One Time Points Price 19:03 Borrowing vs Buying21:06 Member Magic BeyondSource: DVC News 21:35 DCA Member Events Free photo sessionWine Social Wednesdays 24:18 Upcoming resort refurbishments Boardwalk Luna Park Pool Source: DVC News Grand Floridian Cafe Source: DVC News 25:50 After 2PM Tickets Source: Walt Disney World website 29:30 Moonlight Magic Dates review 30:12 Trips and Farewell My DVC Points is a fantastic community of DVC members. Our cheerful, respectful, and authentic conversations about Disney Vacation Club are designed to help people make informed and educated decisions about what's best for their families. Please join us in continuing our Facebook group and YouTube channel conversations. It takes an incredible community of DVC members to produce our content. We're always recruiting people to help research, produce, edit, or join our shows to share their stories. Thus far, we've had over 400 DVC members on our shows. If our content has been a blessing to your family, please consider supporting our show through our VIP Producer's Club at Patreon.com and join us for the Patreon After-Party from our live shows. Facebook admins and moderators of the My DVC Points Community Group: Sandy Symianick, Gina Grotsky, Shannon Ford, Caleb Allison, and Mary Anne Tracy. "Take Flight" music by Martinrowberry1 on Pond5.
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    32 mins
  • Cool Kid Summer details with opening dates, refurb schedules

    Cool Kid Summer details with opening dates, refurb schedules
    Mar 16 2026
    In this week's episode, Peter and Sue discuss the Cool Kid Summer details with opening dates for many new and refurbished attractions, including Buzz Lightyear Space Ranger Spin, Soarin' Across America, Bluey attractions, and more! N178 My DVC Points is proudly sponsored by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively Financing DVC Contracts Patreon supporters in the My DVC Points VIP Producer Club. Peter and Sue record a March 15 DVC newscast covering Disney announcements and DVC updates 00:00 Welcome 01:24 Sponsor DVC Resale Market02:46 Buzz Lightyear Opening April 8th Source: Walt Disney World website 03:31 Big Thunder Reopening in early May Source: WDW News Today 06:05 Cool Kid Summer Begins May 26th Source: Disney Parks Blog 06:28 Hollywood Studios Updates08:00 Millennium Falcon Refresh on May 22nd Source: Walt Disney World website 09:47 Soarin' Across America Debuts May 26th Source: Walt Disney World website 10:43 Bluey Comes to Animal Kingdom May 26th Source: WDW Magic 13:41 More Summer Events Rundown15:08 Aulani Dues Credit News Source: DVC News 17:09 Resort Refurbs and Closures Source: DVC News 21:48 Golf Course Renovation Plans22:32 DVC VIP Tour 20% Discount Source: DVC News 26:03 Moonlight Magic and Key Dates Spring Moonlight Magic (Registration closed) Hollywood Studios April 22ndTyphoon Lagoon June 25th Summer Moonlight Magic (Registration June 4th for on-site guests, June 10th for all guests) Hollywood Studios July 20thTyphoon Lagoon August 4thTyphoon Lagoon August 20thEPCOT September 10th Flower and Garden Festival March 4th through June 1stDVC Condo Association Meetings December 8th and 9th 27:17 Upcoming Trips and Dining Plans28:49 Thanks Sponsors and Farewell My DVC Points is a fantastic community of DVC members. Our cheerful, respectful, and authentic conversations about Disney Vacation Club are designed to help people make informed and educated decisions about what's best for their families. Please join us in continuing our Facebook group and YouTube channel conversations. It takes an incredible community of DVC members to produce our content. We're always recruiting people to help research, produce, edit, or join our shows to share their stories. Thus far, we've had over 400 DVC members on our shows. If our content has been a blessing to your family, please consider supporting our show through our VIP Producer's Club at Patreon.com and join us for the Patreon After-Party from our live shows. Facebook admins and moderators of the My DVC Points Community Group: Sandy Symianick, Gina Grotsky, Shannon Ford, Caleb Allison, and Mary Anne Tracy. "Take Flight" music by Martinrowberry1 on Pond5.
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    31 mins
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