Addicted To DVC Podcast

In the past, we've tried to guess restaurants, resorts, etc based on google reviews on the WDW Beyond The Gates Podcast.  This week, we are shifting over to the Addicted To DVC Podcast and Mike is in the contestants seat.  How many were you able to guess?  Let us know in the comments section.  Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 10:30 Google Reviews 33:24 Wrap-Up   Support...

It's Mike's turn this week for DVC 'This or That.' Gary asks Mike to choose between some Resorts and Accommodations. Which in this group did Mike get wrong? What would you have chosen? Let us know in the comments below. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 5:46 Mike's 'This or That' 32:08 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with M...

This week, Mike and Gary discuss Gary's upcoming trip. They are staying in a 1-Bedroom 'Value' at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge - Jambo House. We'll preview this trip and get into what they plan to do. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 10:17 Gary's Trip Preview 35:37 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen.......

We start off the DVC 'This or That' series as Mike asks Gary a series of questions regarding DVC Resorts. Which Resorts in this show do you prefer? Let us know in the comments section. Thanks for listening and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 12:58 This or That DVC Edition for Gary 13:26 Saratoga Springs OR Old Key West 17:26 Animal Kingdom Lodge OR Boulder Ridge 20:55 Vero Beach OR Hilton Head 2...

This week, Mike and Gary talk about the Lakeshore Lodge update regarding percentage of DVC inventory. We then touch on Boardwalk Booking Categories and the Saratoga Springs Treehouse Villas refurbishment. Will you be buying into Lakeshore Lodge? Let us know in the comments below. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 10:45 Charcuterie Board Topic 14:35 Lakeshore Lodge Update...

This week, Gary and Mike discuss the 'Unofficial Start if Summer' by getting into their Top 5 Cash Stay Resorts. No limitations....We can pick ANY DVC Resort around the Country. Surprisingly, Mike and Gary don't have a lot of the same Resorts. What would be on your list? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 7:12 Top 5 Summer Resorts for DVC Stays 11:37 Our #5 13:44 Our #4 17...

This week, Jurgena and Jurgena Jr. make their first appearance on the show. They have been on the WDW Beyond The Gates Podcast quite a few times. We are here to discuss Top 5 DVC Resorts....More specifically THEIR Top 5. Do you agree or disagree with their choices? Let us know in the comments below. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 7:32 The Girls Top 5 DVC Resorts 34:39...

This week, we discuss Gary's recent stay at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort. It was a business (dining) trip. He and Doc spent a lot of time at Disney Springs in pursuit of some budget-friendly spots. You might be surprised by where they got the best deals. Where do you like to eat at Disney Springs? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 7:59 Saratoga Springs visit and Disne...

This week, Mike and Gary are talking about Gary's upcoming trip. He is interested in doing some Happy Hours at Disney Springs. This is a topic that isn't discussed often. Have you ever done Happy Hour at Disney Springs? Let us know in the comments below. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 6:05 Happy Hour at Disney Springs 32:37 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Adv...

This week, Mike discusses his recent cash stays and why he chose cash over using DVC Points. Do you ever pay cash as opposed to using your points? Let us know in the comments below. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 9:12 Mike's Cash Stays 25:30 Gary's Strategy to Get Contract #3 26:58 Slow Resale Market 29:57 Would Mike Pay Cash Even If He Could Get a DVC Studio? 38:42 Wr...

This week, we discuss the latest information on Disney's Lakeshore Lodge. It was announced that the resort will open in Summer 2027. We talk about room categories and what we think point charts will look like. Will you be buying in? Let us know in the comments. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 6:23 Latest Information on Disney's Lakeshore 37:14 Wrap-Up   Support the Show...

This week, we are creating a scenario that most people don't comprehend....BANKING POINTS. The guys are banking and borrowing from their current contracts to go on a 'Baller'trip. Where are they going to stay, and in what accommodations? Where would you stay? Let us know in the comments. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 6:16 Bank and Borrow (Triple Points) for Mike 20:07...

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates from the Disney Vacation Club world. In this week's podcast, we'll be discussing what's new with DVC today, covering golf course renovations, new corporate renting rules, and Bay Lake Tower DIRECT incentives. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 3:36 Lake Buena Vista Golf Course Renovation 10:16 Updated Corporate Rental Polici...

Mike is back from a quick trip to property to visit 'Hillie Guy' and to do a ship inspection on the Disney Treasure. This is his first stay at Boulder Ridge. What were his impressions. Have you stayed there? If so, what are your thoughts? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 4:48 Boulder Ridge Check-In 14:10 Geyser Point Lunch 16:37 Watching the NCAA Sweet 16 at Geyser Point...

Sometimes you don’t need a full vacation to enjoy the magic—you just need one perfect night. In this episode, Mike and Gary break down the Top 5 Disney Vacation Club resorts that are ideal for quick, one-night stays.   Whether you're squeezing in a last-minute getaway, planning a split stay, or maximizing your DVC points, we’re sharing the resorts that deliver the biggest impact in the shortest ti...

Moving forward, the Elevated Escapes will no longer be on this rss feed.  Please search 'Elevated Escapes' wherever you listen to podcasts.  Thanks for listening!   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen....Their services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) or (kristen@luxurytraveladvis...

Mike and Gary discuss what's happening at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort. Disney recently announced that the Treehouse Villas will be refurbished. We also talk about some of the recreational updates and the extensive Turf Club refurbishment. We give our opinions on what we would like to see. What improvements would you like to see? Let us know in the comments below. Thanks for listening, and WEL...

Welcome back...This week, Mike and Kristen discuss day 3 of their Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape. It's travel day and we are on a bus leaving Barcelona city limits heading out to Montserrat. We conclude with our closing dinner. Have you ever thought about going on an Adventures By Disney? Let us know. Thanks for listening.   0:00 Introduction 1:57 Montserrat 17:50 Closing Dinner 29:34 Our...

This week, Mike and Gary talk about a potential 3rd. contract for Mike and Kristen. They've been eyeing a Grand Californian contract to add to their portfolio. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 10:50 Mike's potential 3rd Contract 27:30 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next vacation with Mike and Kristen....Their services are completely fr...

Welcome back...This week, Mike and Kristen discuss days 1 and 2 of their Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape. What exactly is Adventures By Disney? We talk about the arrival day and what we did for the remainder of the day. Day 2 was spent touring the Gothic Quarter, La Sagrada Familia, lunch at Con Travi Nou and a guided walking tour of Park Guell. Have you ever been on an Adventures By Disne...

This week, Gary drops a bomb on me and tells me he is heading down in a couple of months. He and Doc are doing an adult-only trip. Where are they staying, and what are some of their plans? What do you like to do on adult-only trips? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 10:16 Gary's Anniversary Trip Preview 21:29 Turf Club Refurbishment 25:52 Food Options? 37:37 Wrap-Up   Sup...

Welcome to the very first episode of Elevated Escapes – A Luxury Travel Podcast. Hosts Mike and Kristen introduce the show and share their passion for discovering the world’s most unforgettable travel experiences. If you love luxury travel, bucket-list destinations, and discovering the best ways to experience the world, you’re in the right place.   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Bo...

Discover the real cost of a DVC member cruise and make an informed decision about your next vacation. As a Disney Vacation Club member, you're likely aware of the exclusive perks and discounts that come with membership, but what about the costs associated with a member cruise? We'll talk about cash vs. using points. Have you ever been on a DVC Member Cruise? Let us know in the comments. Thanks for...

A blizzard is coming....Not to New England, but to Central Florida, Hilton Head, Vero Beach, Southern California and Hawaii. Which resorts do you want to hunker down in, and why? Mike and Gary discuss. Which resorts would you want to stay at during a blizzard? Drop us a comment below. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 10:52 What are the BEST Places to Stay in DVC During a...

Discover the magic of Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort, where we explore the best features (pros) and amenities that make it a top choice for Disney Vacation Club fans. We'll also be brutally honest and discuss some of the cons of this resort. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 6:38 PROS and CONS of Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa 43:24 Wrap-Up   Support the Show:...