DVC Newscast

Chad Pennycuff
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A DVC Newscast focusing on the latest news in the DVC Community.

  1. 5 days ago

    2026 D23 Horizons Panel - Recap of All the News!

    In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter recap the announcements from the D23 Parks Panel, Horizons: A Carousel of Progress. Walt Disney World updates include Tropical Americas at Disney's Animal Kingdom, Monstropolis at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and Cars Land and Villains Land at Magic Kingdom. At Disneyland Resort, new information was revealed for the Avengers Campus expansion, Tomorrowland re-theming, and the Coco boat ride. Tune in for all this and more! N186 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. Shannon and Pete recap a wide-ranging D23 update. They share new details on Lakeshore Lodge cabins (five one-bedrooms and 11 two-bedrooms with A-frame windows and a Brother Bear theme), Animal Kingdom’s Tropical Americas land (three rides: Indiana Jones and the Myth of the Jade Serpent, Antonio’s Festival de Encanto, and El Carrousel de los Animalitos, plus a Maya-themed play area), and news that Disney plans to fix Expedition Everest’s Yeti. They discuss Hollywood Studios’ Monstropolis (2027, door coaster not opening with the land, new show, and restaurants), Epcot’s Dreamfinder return and Imagination Pavilion reimagining and a Spaceship Earth update, Magic Kingdom’s Piston Peak and Villains Land ride plans, a Carousel of Progress update with Bryan Cranston and Jamie Lee Curtis, Disneyland’s Coco boat ride, Avengers updates (now 2028), Tomorrowland re-theming. Disney Cruise Line news about the Disney Believe, and smaller operational updates including DVC events, Play Disney Parks app shutdown (Sept 16), Moonlight Magic dates, and Welcome Home Weeks. Source: D23 website, WDWNT - Lakeshore Lodge 00:00 Welcome and Trip Talk 02:24 D23 DVC Cabins Reveal 03:36 Animal Kingdom Tropical Americas 05:09 Play Areas and Rider Swap 09:06 Fixing Expedition Everest Yeti 11:21 Hollywood Studios Monstropolis 13:29 Epcot Dreamfinder Returns 16:32 Magic Kingdom New Lands 21:24 Disneyland Updates and Tomorrowland 25:07 Disney Cruise Line Believe 29:30 Quick Dates and App Shutdown 31:16 Wrap Up 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.

    2026 D23 Horizons Panel - Recap of All the News!

  2. 8 Aug

    Magic of Disney Animation opening date, Dining Details for Lakeshore Lodge, and more

    In this week's episode of the DVC Newscast, Peter and Sue share several updates ahead of D23, including a temporary closure of the Old Key West boat launch to Disney Springs, an extended closure of Disneyland’s Star View Station Member lounge, and Kidani Village’s lobby refurbishments. Walt Disney World also announced Magic of Disney Animation will open September 14 with a playground, character meet-and-greets, drawing experiences, and a theater. Additional Polynesian Island Tower rooms were declared into DVC inventory, and new Lakeshore Lodge dining and lounge venues were revealed. Finally, Breeze added flights to Vero Beach Airport from several cities through March 2027. N185 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. 00:00 Welcome Back Sue 01:03 Sponsor Message 01:44 Old Key West Dock Update Boat service from Disney's Old Key West will be unavailable from July 20 through early August 2026 due to refurbishment. Source: Walt Disney World website, DVC News 02:34 Star View Station Member Lounge Closure The Star View Station Member Lounge in Disneyland closed on July 27th and is scheduled to reopen in fall 2026. A temporary lounge space has been created inside Starcade located near the exit of Space Mountain in Tomorrowland. Source: Disney Vacation Club website, DVC News 04:35 Kidani Lobby Refurbishment The lobby of Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas - Kidani Village is scheduled for a multi-phase refurbishment this fall. From August 17th through October 9th, the main lobby and primary entrance will be closed. During this time, check-in will move to the Palace Library. Johari Treasures will be closed from August 17 to August 28th. Beginning September 28th through October 9th, the north side lobby corridor will be closed, along with the area's lobby elevators on the second floor and outdoor observation deck. Finally, from October 26 through November 6th, the south side lobby corridor will be closed, including the Community Hall, Safari So Good Arcade, the laundry room, the Palace Library, lobby restrooms and outdoor observation deck. Source: Walt Disney World website, DVC News 08:27 Magic of Disney Animation Opening

    Magic of Disney Animation opening date, Dining Details for Lakeshore Lodge, and more

  3. 28 Jun

    No more Gingerbread house, Party Dates, and New Boardwalk Experiences

    In this week's episode, Shannon and Pete cover Disney’s newly released Lakeshore Lodge pool complex details and the BoardWalk additions including the Hurley-Burley entertainment venue (family-friendly by day, adults-only at night), a new Basin store, and a teased quick-service restaurant. They share dates and event information for Jollywood Nights and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, and more! N184 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. 00:00 Welcome and July 4 Plans 01:50 Sponsor DVC Resale Market 02:32 Lake Shore Lodge Pool Reveal 08:16 BoardWalk New Venues and Dining 12:27 Christmas Parties and Dates 15:16 Gingerbread House Retired 19:43 Level 99 at Disney Springs 23:15 DVC Halloween Party Treats 25:18 DVC Dates and Wrap Up Lakeshore Lodge pool area Disney has released more details about the Lakeshore Lodge swimming area. Aerial photos have shown a large pool and lazy river in the design, and now we know this area will be known as “The Wetlands”. The area is Inspired by Pocahantas. Heron Shores will be a play area with unique climbing features. Otter Springs will be a splash pad with a small slide for little ones. Daydream River is the lazy river that runs throughout the area. Lakeshore Lagoon will be the resort's main pool with a zero-entry feature and a spiral water slide. Finally, on the other side of the resort is the quiet pool, Perspective Pond, which will also have a whirlpool spa nearby. They also mention a historic plaque marking the location of the previous existing “River Country” on this spot. Source: Disney Parks Blog New Experiences at Boardwalk In the former Jellyrolls location, a new entertainment venue called “Hurly-Burly” will be opening at Disney's Boardwalk. Described as a “historic seaside theater with vibrant Boardwalk story that spans over a century”, this spot will host family-friendly events like trivia and other activities during the day with a charismatic host. At night, the venue converts to an adults-only venue with drinks, light bites, and musical entertainment. Also announced, Basin will be bringing a new retail experience to the boardwalk. Similar to the popular location in Grand Floridian, this shop serves soaps, bath bombs, and various skin lotions. Source: Disney Parks Blog Christm...

    No more Gingerbread house, Party Dates, and New Boardwalk Experiences

  4. 13 Jun

    Riviera Resort fully declared, BoardWalk construction, Lakeshore Lodge details, and more!

    In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter mark nearly six years of DVC Newscast and share updates including that Disney’s Riviera Resort is now fully declared into DVC inventory (about 6.6 million points). Disney Vacation Club will host a Meet & Treat event for Members to celebrate America's 250th on July 1–2 at Atlantic Dance Hall. They also discuss the construction activity in three vacant BoardWalk spaces and review new details from recent permits for Disney Lakeshore Lodge, and more! N183 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. 00:00 Welcome and Six Years 01:28 Sponsor DVC Rental Store 02:18 Riviera Fully Declared Disney’s Riviera Resort is now fully declared into DVC inventory, seven years after its first declaration. Source: DVC News 04:20 Riviera Pricing and Sales 08:11 Meet and Treat event for America's 250th Event will be held on July 1 and July 2, 2026 from 11 am to 1 pm at Atlantic Dance Hall on Disney’s BoardWalk. The Qualifying Member can bring up to four guests or number of guests on reservation, whichever is greater. Members will enjoy a treat and special character interactions. Source: DVC News 12:28 Disney's BoardWalk Storefront Updates Construction work is ongoing at three unoccupied spaces on Disney's BoardWalk. Permits have been issued for former Big River Grille space referencing “Project Amazon” and former gallery space referencing “Project Bubbles.” While no permits have been issued, the interior of the former Jellyrolls space has been partially demolished, leaving the side of the building open and surrounded by construction walls. Source: DVC News 14:39 Lakeshore Lodge Permit Details Based on information in a new filing, the total number of units are calculated to be 876. This differs from previous announcements referring to 967 rooms. The difference could be related to lock-off units. The filing references a “Use Plan” and will have resale restrictions in place. Source: DVC News

    Riviera Resort fully declared, BoardWalk construction, Lakeshore Lodge details, and more!

  5. 30 May

    Changes to Carousel of Progress, ROFR point freeze, new DCL rules, and more

    In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter discuss the announcement of Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress refurbishment, DVC policy update to freeze point usage during the ROFR process, and new $399 portrait sessions at Grand Floridian and Polynesian. They also cover Disney Cruise Line rule changes on door decorations, over-the-door organizers, alcohol limits, and a reduced corkage fee. N182 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. 00:00 Welcome and Introductions 01:49 Sponsor DVC Resale Market 02:35 New Openings Roundup 03:16 Bluey Show and Queue 10:37 Soarin Over America Returns 12:42 Rock n Roller Coaster Update 13:35 Disney Junior Refresh 15:21 Carousel of Progress Overhaul New eras are 1969 (Moon landing), the 1980s (Halloween), New Year’s 1999 (Y2K), and a future with household robots and space travel Attraction will close on July 6, 2026, and is expected to reopen in 2027 Source: Disney Parks Blog 19:55 DVC ROFR Points Freeze DVC is now freezing point usage during the ROFR process Source: DVC News 23:02 Boardwalk Grand Villa Categories Room request options now include single- or two-story starting January 7, 2027. Source: DVC News 25:26 Resort Portrait Sessions 31:17 Photo Quality Experiences Photo sessions offered at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa or Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort and cost $399 for 40-minute session Source: Walt Disney World website Disney Cruise Line Updates 34:44 Cruise Door Decor Rule Changes 40:43 Bring-Your-Own-Alcohol Limits and Corkage fees reduced Source: Shannon Ford Blog 48:13 Moonlight Magic Dates Summer season registration begins on June 4th for onsite Members and June 10th for all other Members Hollywood Studios July 20th Typhoon Lagoon August 4th and 20th EPCOT September 10th...

    Changes to Carousel of Progress, ROFR point freeze, new DCL rules, and more

  6. 9 May

    DVC ride preview dates and Welcome Home Weeks announced

    In this week's episode, Shannon and Peter share details for the Disney Vacation Club Member preview events for Soarin’ Across America (May 21) and Rock ’n’ Roller Coaster featuring the Muppets (May 24). They also discuss dates and details for Welcome Home Weeks to celebrate Disney Vacation Club Members, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. N181 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. 00:00 Welcome and Episode Intro 00:37 Disney Lakeshore Lodge Discussion Source: Disney Parks Blog 02:39 Sponsor Message 03:28 DVC Ride Previews Soarin' Across America DVC previews are May 21st; Passholder previews are May 19th and 20th Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster featuring the Muppets DVC previews are May 24th; Passholder previews are May 22nd and 23rd Members with a room reservation through DVC on the date of the preview will automatically receive a time slot Both rides open to the public on May 26th Source: DVC News – Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster, DVC News – Soarin' Across America 07:23 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates Disney announced a record 38 dates ranging from $119 to $229, with the first party on August 7th Purchases open on May 5th for on-site guests and May 12th for the general public DVC Members receive a $10 discount on dates through October 2nd Source: Disney Parks Blog 10:55 EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival Festival will run from August 27th through November 21st Source: Disney Parks Blog 15:01 Welcome Home Weeks DVC will celebrate Members from July 22nd to August 26th with treats, character events, discounts, and more Sweet Stops will offer ice cream treats at select locations across Walt Disney World Resort, the Disneyland Resort, Aulani Resort, Disney’s Vero Beach Resort and Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort Welcome Home Wakeup will offer coffee and a morning treat at Walt Disney World Reso...

    DVC ride preview dates and Welcome Home Weeks announced

  7. 25 Apr

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

    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 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 Cr...

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

  8. 3 Apr

    DVC changes commercial use policy & one-time use point price increase

    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 Chat 01:11 Sponsor Monera Financial 02:04 New Commercial Use Policy 03:14 What Counts as Violations 06:46 Enforcement and Penalties 08:52 Why Members Want Crackdown 11:48 Rentals Still Allowed 14:32 Who This Targets 15:40 Market Impact and Enforcement 16:21 Using Points for Others 17:30 Rental Crackdown Talk Source: DVC News 18:10 One Time Points Price 19:03 Borrowing vs Buying 21:06 Member Magic Beyond Source: DVC News 21:35 DCA Member Events Free photo session Wine Social Wednesdays 24:18 Upcoming resort refurbishments Boardwalk Luna Park Pool Source: DVC News Grand Floridian Cafe Source: DVC News 25:50 After 2PM T...

    DVC changes commercial use policy & one-time use point price increase
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A DVC Newscast focusing on the latest news in the DVC Community.

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  • Creator
    Chad Pennycuff
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © @2023 My DVC Points
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