In June, 2016 Disney filed plans for a new four-diamond hotel at Disneyland Resort with the City of Anaheim, California.  The City of Anaheim Visitor and Convention Bureau announced that the plans were approved in May, 2017.  Today, Disney confirmed construction is scheduled to start in summer 2018, opening in 2021, and unveiled new details and concept art.

Details Confirmed

Disney has confirmed plans include a 700-room luxury hotel, located in the west end of the Downtown Disney District.  Plans include two pools, alfresco rooftop dining with views of the park and fireworks, and a dedicated monorail platform inside the hotel for direct transport into Disneyland park.  The new hotel will consist of 4 separate buildings located where Rainforest Cafe, ESPN Zone, AMC Theater, and Earl of Sandwich are currently located:

Tax Incentives/Benefits

The planned resort would take advantage of the City of Anaheim Hotel Incentive Program, which was approved on June 16, 2015 and provides significant incentives to developers of Four Diamond Hotels within the City of Anaheim, in exchange for the estimated $25 million in new tax revenue (over 5 years), temporary construction jobs, and permanent jobs generated by the resort.

DVC Rumor

According to one rumor, the plans now include the addition of a 125-room Disney Vacation Club wing, which would be the second Disney Vacation Club resort at Disneyland if these unconfirmed rumors are true.  According to this rumor, the DVC building would be a 5th building located between the new hotel and Paradise Pier hotel (shown in red below):

Check back for updates as details are confirmed.

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As a Disney Vacation Club® Member you get:

• First six months are completely FREE
• Second six months are half price – just $5.25 per month
• After the first year, the locker is only $10.50 per month
• Storage in our climate controlled warehouse
• One FREE round trip visit per year
• (Additional round trip visits are $27.50 each for your first locker, $13.75 for each additional locker)
• A Special Edition blue locker

View the offer: Owner’s Locker

What: Beverage Tasting Series
Where: Top of the World Lounge at Bay Lake Tower
When: Thursdays 4:30-5:30 PM
Cost: $40 per person including tax and gratuity
Reservations: Call Member Services (1-800-800-9800)

Each tasting session offers expert insights and also includes a small-plate food pairing that complements the beverage served.

Upcoming Events

• Beer tastings – Oct 26 & Nov 30
• Bourbon tastings – Nov 2 & Dec 7
• Wine tastings – Nov 9 & Dec 14
• Mixology tastings – Nov 16 & Dec 21

Seasonal Events

• Spiced and mulled cider – Nov 7
• Thanksgiving cocktails – Nov 14 & 28
• Chocolate-inspired holiday drinks – Dec 5
• Hot holiday beverage – Dec 12
• Coffee-inspired holiday drinks – Dec 19

To make reservations call DVC Member Services at 1-800-800-9800.

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In addition to 30% off point values for RCI stays within 30 days and waived transaction fees through the end of 2017, Disney Vacation Club has added four new RCI benefits:

24-hour Cancellation Grace Period

RCI reservations can now be cancelled within 24-hours without receiving a cancellation penalty

Extension of Previously Deposited Points

In addition to already being able to deposit DVC points into RCI for use in the current use year, DVC members now can extend deposited points for an additional year for a $100 fee.

Last Call Vacations

Disney Vacation Club members can now book cash-only last minute vacations up to 45 days in advance:

• Hotel Room or Studio: $269 plus tax for a 7-night stay
• 1-Bedroom Villa or Suite: $294 plus tax for a 7-night stay
• 2-Bedroom Villa or Suite: $319 plus tax for a 7-night stay

To check availability and book, visit the RCI website and search for Last Call Vacations.

Extra Vacation Getaways

Disney Vacation Club members can now book cash-only “Extra Vacations” up to 540 days in advance, starting at $399 plus tax for 7-nights (price varies by season).

To check availability and book, visit the RCI website and search for Extra Vacation Getaways.

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Join Disney Vacation Club Senior Vice President and General Manager Ken Potrock and other Disney Vacation Club officials as DVCinfo live blogs the Disney Vacation Club Annual Meeting on Thursday, December 7.  The agenda includes the Board of Director  Meeting, where budgets and annual dues are approved, followed by the Member Meeting covering highlights for the coming year.

The 2017 Disney Vacation Club Annual Meeting will be held Thursday, December 7 at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center.  Following the meeting, DVC Members can mingle and talk with DVC representatives while enjoying complimentary drinks and snacks.

Planning on Going?

• Date: Thursday, December 7, 2017
• Times:
  • 2:00 PM EST- Board of Directors Meeting (budgets and dues approved)
  • 2:10 PM EST – Members Meeting (announcements of refurbs, new resorts, etc.)
• Location:
  • Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center
  • 4600 North World Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
• RSVP is required: RSVP online

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Disney Parks has extended it’s 45th Anniversary Promotions for Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members through December.

Annual Passholders will receive 20% off the regular price of food and nonalcoholic beverages at 45 quick service and table service restaurants now through December 23, 2017.

Disney Vacation Club Members will receive 10% off the regular price of food and nonalcoholic beverages at 45 table service restaurants (different list than AP discounts) now through December 31, 2017.

List of Participating Restaurants and Locations

(Click Column Headers to Sort by Column)

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As Autumn kicks off, it is a good time to review the remaining 2017 Disney Vacation Club Member Exclusive Events, including sold out events, events with upcoming registrations, and some newly announced events.  Check back for details as they become available.

Tuesday, October 31:
WDW & Disneyland Halloween Parties – SOLD OUT

Wednesday, November 8:
Member Night at Markham’s at Golden Oak

• Members and guests can dine at Markham’s farm-to-table restaurant in the clubhouse at Golden Oak residential community within WDW
• Tickets are $130/person and can be purchased at 1-800-800-9800
• See details for more information

Wednesday, November 15:
Disneyland Moonlight Magic – SOLD OUT

Thursday, November 23:
DVC Member Thanksgiving Dinner – SOLD OUT

• To be held 3-5 PM at Disney’s Contemporary Resort’s Fantasia Ballroom
• Cost is $75.60 per adult; $39.95 per child not including tax & gratuity
• Reservations can be made by calling 1-800-800-9800 beginning Tuesday, October 10
• See details for more information

Monday, December 4 & 11:
Epcot Moonlight Magic – SOLD OUT

• Registration begins online October 24
• See Reservation Dates for Remaining Moonlight Magic Events for details

Thursday, December 7:
2017 Annual Meeting of DVC Condo Association

• Join DVCinfo in person as we live blog all the announcements!
• Date: Thursday, December 7, 2017
• Times:
  • 2:00 PM EST- Board of Directors Meeting (budgets and dues approved)
  • 2:10 PM EST – Members Meeting (announcements of refurbs, new resorts, etc.)
  • Following meeting, DVC Members can mingle and talk with DVC representatives while enjoying complimentary drinks and snacks
• Location:
  • Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center
  • 4600 North World Drive, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
• RSVP online

Sunday, December 24:
DVC Holiday Dinner

• What: Disney Vacation Club Holiday Dinner
• When:
  • Walt Disney World Resort: Dec 24 3-5 PM
  • Disneyland Resort: Dec 24 4-6 PM
• Where:
  • Fantasia Ballroom at Disney’s Contemporary Resort
  • Sequoia Ballroom at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
• Tickets: $74.95 plus for adults not incl. tax & gratuity; $39.95 not incl. tax & gratuity. Reservations available starting Oct 19 for Walt Disney World and Oct 26 for Disneyland Resort.

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Reservations are scheduled to begin on October 4 for the November 15 Moonlight Magic event at Disneyland Park.

Reservations are scheduled to begin on October 24 for the December 4 and 11 Moonlight Magic events at Epcot for Members with a Disney Vacation Club Resort reservations.  Reservations are scheduled to begin on November 7 for Members without resort reservations (subject to availability).

Moonlight Magic events are complimentary after hours events at Disney Parks featuring shorter attraction wait times, entertainment, character appearances, and complimentary treats.  These events are part of Membership Magic Ever After, replacing the previously offered “Merry Member Mixers”.

Details

• Reservations are required
• Disney Vacation Club Membership Card and photo ID required at check-in
• Complimentary admission to theme park is valid for duration of the event
• For Members with a reservation at a Disney Resort hotel, party size is limited to the Member and up to the number of guests listed on their Disney Resort hotel reservation
• For Members without a reservation at a Disney Resort hotel, party size is limited to the Member and up to 5 guests

Reservations

• Check the event pages at disneyvacationclub.com/everafter for online booking details:
  • Moonlight Magic at Epcot
  • Moonlight Magic at Disneyland

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