Shannon Ford, Peter Scheidle and the My DVC Points Community

DVC Newscast

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

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Shannon Ford, Peter Scheidle and the My DVC Points Community

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Disneyland DVC lounge opening date, 2024 DVC cruises, and more 31.03.2023 25:19

Peter and Vicky discuss the latest news about the new Disney Vacation Club lounge opening date in Disneyland, two newly announced DVC cruises for 2024, the newest Disney Cruise Line ship, and much 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 support...

New Meet and Greets and Disneyland Villa cash prices 18.03.2023 27:34

Cash prices for fall 2023 are shared for the Villas at the Disneyland Hotel. Three new meet and greets are announced for Walt Disney World. Happily Ever After fireworks dessert party dates and pricing announced. And Sue shares a bit of her experience riding the Galactic Starcruiser. Episode 107 My DVC Points is proudly sponsored by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Sto...

Disneyland Villas Opening Date 11.03.2023 28:55

The Villas at the Disneyland Hotel open September 28th, Tron ride virtual queue, the Mandalorian and Grogu meeting in Florida, 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 . More Disneyland Villa...

N105 – Villas at Disneyland Hotel opening September 24.02.2023 28:35

Disney opens Villas at Disneyland Hotel for cash reservations. Disney After hours events extend through summer and expand to Epcot and Typhoon Lagoon. Genie+ and Annual Pass changes that were previously announced are now given dates. And a new musical is coming to California Adventure this summer. My DVC Points is proudly sponsored by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental...

N104 – Single Use points price increase & more 18.02.2023 26:22

Single Use Point prices increased to $22 / point. Rodeo Roundup reservations are opening on February 21st. Two more Disneyland After Dark events has been announced. Tron Previews and Chip and Dale Rescue Rangers Meet. Episode N104 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 D...

N103 Trail’s End converting to QS Restaurant 08.02.2023 31:50

Shannon and Pete discuss Walt Disney World Resort's announcement that Trail's End will close this spring to convert to a quick service restaurant. RunDisney has announced races will return to Disneyland Resort in January 2024. Feedback from cast member previews of TRON Lightcycle Run reveal guest size concerns. N103 My DVC Points is proudly sponsored by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC...

N102 Disneyland Magic Keys available again, Roundup Rodeo BBQ opening date 27.01.2023 19:46

Pete and Sue discuss Disneyland Magic Key sales reopening and Ariel's Grotto and Enchanted Tales for Belle return to Magic Kingdom. Disney Vacation Club released discounts on two monorail resorts, Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort and Disney's Polynesian Village Resort. Roundup Rodeo BBQ will open on March 23rd at Disney's Hollywood Studios and California Grill at Disney's Contemporar...

N101 WDW Moonlight Magic Events Announced 16.01.2023 44:43

Shannon, Pete, and Sue discuss the Moonlight Magic Events announced for 2023 at Walt Disney World. Disney revealed TRON Lightcycle / Run will open on April 4th, and cast members, annual passholders, and Disney Vacation Club members will have a chance to preview the ride. In a surprise announcement, Disney announced significant changes to Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort, including changes t...

N100 Moonlight Magic Event at California Adventure Announced 26.12.2022 32:17

Shannon, Pete, and Vicky celebrate the 100th episode of DVC Newscast! Disney Vacation Club announced a Moonlight Magic Event at Disney's California Adventure on February 1, 2023. The Walt Disney World Railroad has finally reopened with a new tunnel under Tron and updated narration. Disney Vacation Club completed a refresh of the DVC Member Lounge in EPCOT. Shannon, Pete, and Vicky also discuss upd...

N099 2024 Point Charts Released 10.12.2022 23:00

Pete and Vicky discuss the 2024 point charts released by Disney Vacation Club. For the first time in a few years, there were no significant changes. DVC also increased direct pricing for most resorts. Disney announced the closing date for Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World. RunDisney volunteer benefits have been reduced without notice, starting with the recent Wine & Dine Half Marathon. N099...

N098 More DVC Member events and a new discount announced 26.11.2022 29:39

Shannon, Pete, and Vicky discuss Disney Vacation Club's announcement of a third event at the Top of the World Lounge - this time, a themed party called Bound to be Bad. A new exclusive event at Disney's Hollywood Studios was also revealed called Holidays in Hollywood. Disney is now offering a 30% discount to Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. Additionally, Soarin' over California will return for a l...

N097 Chapek out and Iger returns as CEO, Magic Key Sales Resumed Briefly, Mickey’s Toontown Opening, and DCL buys new ship 20.11.2022 53:35

Pete and Shannon react to the sudden announcement of Bob Chapek's resignation and the reinstatement of Bob Iger to CEO for two years. Pete and Vicky discuss Disneyland briefly resuming Magic Key new sales and the reveal of Mickey's Toontown reopening date. Disney Cruise Line has also purchased a new ship previously known as the Global Dream, and Disney announced a new affordable housing projects n...

N096 Proposed 2023 DVC Dues, New DVC Dessert Party and Fireworks Cruise, and Soarin’ Behind the Scenes Tour Returns 10.11.2022 23:31

Pete, Sue, and Jen discuss the proposed Disney Vacation Club dues for 2023, which are up between 4-8% for most resorts. Additionally, Disney Vacation Club has announced two new firework events for members - Enchantment at the Top and Enchantment Fireworks Cruise! The Behind-the-Scenes Tour of Soarin’ Around the World at EPCOT will also begin to be offered to members beginning December 6th. N096 My...

N095 Reports of DVC Direct Price Increase, Extended Evening Hours to Continue in 2023, Blizzard Beach Reopening, and Disney Cruise Line COVID-19 Updates 04.11.2022 23:46

Shannon, Pete, and Sue discuss numerous recent reports of Disney Vacation Club direct prices increasing in early December and the announcement of the Extended Evening Hours to continue for 2023 for guests staying at eligible Walt Disney World hotels. Disney also revealed a reopening date for Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park after an extended refurbishment, and Disney Cruise Line removed the COVI...

N094 DVC Halloween Meet & Treat, Fantasmic! Reopening Date, More Restaurants Returning, and more 20.10.2022 26:39

Pete and Jen discuss the new Disney Vacation Club event, Halloween Meet & Treat and the long-awaited announcement of a reopening date for Fantasmic! at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Three popular restaurants are returning in early November: Tusker House Restaurant buffet, Akershus Royal Banquet Hall, and Kona Cafe. Pete and Jen also discuss reports that a few character meet and greets throughout...

N093 Genie+ Price Increases, Opening Dates for MMRR at Disneyland and Monsieur Paul’s at WDW, Fantasmic! Returns to Hollywood Studios in November, and more 13.10.2022 30:43

Pete and Shannon discuss Genie+ price increases at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland Resort. Disneyland Resort ticket prices increased as well. Reopening dates have been announced for American Adventure and Monsieur Paul's at EPCOT and Fantasmic! at Disney's Hollywood Studios. At Disneyland Resort, Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway is set to open on January 23, 2023. Magic Key Passholders...

N092 Hurricane Ian Update, Return of Disney After Hours, DCL drops vaccine requirement, and EPCOT Holiday Announcements 30.09.2022 22:42

Pete, Vicky, and Sue discuss the impact of Hurricane Ian in Orlando. Disney also announced Disney After Hours events are returning to Magic Kingdom and Hollywood Studios in January 2023. Disney Cruise Line is dropping the vaccine requirement for passengers on upcoming cruises. EPCOT revealed details of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays and the full list of celebrity narrators for th...

N091 Disneyland News: D23 Announcements, Magicband+ to debut, and Eudora’s Chic Boutique Opens 22.09.2022 37:41

Pete, Vicky, and Sue discuss all the Disneyland news and announcements revealed at the D23 Expo. Magicband+ is also set to debut at Disneyland Resort this fall and Eudora's Chic Boutique has opened in New Orleans Square of Disneyland park. N091 My DVC Points is proudly sponsored by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusive...

N090 Summary of D23 Announcements for DVC, WDW, and DCL, and more! 14.09.2022 36:30

Shannon and Pete discuss the announcements (or lack thereof) for Disney Vacation Club, Walt Disney World, and Disney Cruise Line from the D23 Expo. Disney Vacation Club also revealed a new booking tool through Interval International, replacing the Concierge Collection. Other news of the week include American Adventure at Epcot closing for refurbishment, extended evening hours added in December for...

N089 New DVC Lounge coming to Disneyland and New DVC Direct Discounts on Sold-out Resorts 06.09.2022 27:58

Pete and Vicky discuss Disney Vacation Club's exciting announcement of a new Member Lounge coming to Disneyland Resort in 2023! Additionally, Disney Vacation Club has rolled out discounts on three sold-out resorts: Disney's Old Key West Resort, Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort, and Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. N089 My DVC Points is proudly sponsored by: DVC Resale Market - Industry...

N088 Update to WDW Park Pass Reservations, DCL Returns to Traditional Character Greetings, new WDW AP discounts and more! 01.09.2022 30:34

Shannon and Pete discuss the recent update to Walt Disney World's Park Pass reservation system. Disney Cruise Line announced the return of traditional character greetings. Also, Tusker House Restaurant is returning to a buffet and Fantasmic cast rehearsals have begun at Walt Disney World's Hollywood Studios. Walt Disney World Annual Passholders will receive additional discounts and complimentary m...

N087 Magic Key Renewals, Disney Skyliner Maintenance, and EPCOT Tours Returning 20.08.2022 22:43

Pete, Vicky, and Jen discuss the new renewal information announced for Disneyland's Magic Keys program, including price increases, blockout dates, and other changes. Disney's Skyliner will be down for maintenance in late January 2023. Disney also announced three tours will return to Walt Disney World's EPCOT in October 2022, including the popular Behind the Seeds tour. N087 My DVC Points is proudl...

N086 Typhoon Lagoon Moonlight Magic date added, Genie+ update, Wicked Wind Down extended, and Boardwalk Deli opening 12.08.2022 35:10

Shannon, Pete, and Vicky discuss Disney Vacation Club's announcement of an additional Moonlight Magic event at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, four rides to remain part of the Genie+ service indefinitely, Wicked Wind Down dates extended, and the opening of the Boardwalk Deli. N086 My DVC Points is proudly sponsored by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC P...

N085 Typhoon Lagoon Moonlight Magic Events announced, MagicBand+ debuts at WDW, and Boardwalk updates 29.07.2022 26:50

Shannon, Pete, and Vicky discuss Disney Vacation Club's announcement of additional Moonlight Magic events at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, more changes to Disney's Boardwalk, and the debut of MagicBand+ at Walt Disney World Resort. N085 My DVC Points is proudly sponsored by: DVC Resale Market - Industry Leader in DVC Resales DVC Rental Store - DVC Point Rentals Monera Financial - Exclusively...

N084 The End of Borrowing Restrictions, Wicked Wind Down at Top of the World, and Disneyland early entry returns 14.07.2022 29:50

Pete, Vicky, and Sue discuss the new Wicked Wind Down at the Top of the World Lounge, the end of borrowing restrictions, and the return of early entry and package delivery for Disneyland hotel guests. N084 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 supp...