Welcome Home: A Disney Parks & DVC Podcast

In episode 86, the guys talk answer listener questions including what Tom thought of Hamilton, the Jungle Cruise Funko Pop, point borrowing restrictions, and working from a DVC resort. Damon gives an update on his recent mask purchases. New renderings and details have been released about the proposed DVC Resort in Disneyland. Disney has announced that several ongoing projects have been delayed. St...

In episode 85, the guys answer listener questions, starting with their face mask preferences. DVC recently released new Riviera and Copper Creek promotions and the guys debate if they make buying direct worth the extra cost. The guys discuss what changes could come to DVC due to the ongoing pandemic. Is 'buy where you want to stay' still a good strategy? The guys debate if this advice is still rel...

In episode 84, the guys review the worst Disney advice the listeners can give. The guys answer listener questions including Geoffrey's backstory, dining reservations by phone, Riviera sales, and Disney+ favs. There are rumors that the new DVC resort, Reflections, has been cancelled or delayed. The guys discuss Jambo House not opening with the rest of the DVC resorts. Disney is testing a contact-le...

In episode 83, the guys give a recap of Disney trivia and some updates on their Disney vacation plans for this year. WDW is set to reopen in July with many restrictions. The guys give their thoughts on these new changes and how it will impact guests. Construction projects at Magic Kingdom have resumed. Shaghai Disneyland is testing the 'Disney Standby Pass' Virtual Queue system and the guys debate...

On episode 81, the guys are joined by Chad from My DVC Points podcast to talk about his new DVC app. Damon announces his new podcast, Boomtron. The guys continue to answer listener questions including another round of "Would you Rather?" and a question about flipping DVC contracts. New concept art has been released for the proposed DVC tower at Disneyland. Disney leadership is going through a reor...

In episode 81, the guys welcome special guest Ziggy from Ziggyknowsdisney.com. The guys answer listener questions including a game of 'Would You Rather', Pixie Dust Experiences, and movies that should be made into rides. A new Pirate Ship playground is being built near the Disney Hilton Head resort and the guys interview the designer. An interview with a former WDW Vice President revealed that the...

On episode 80, the guys discuss the recently announced DVC updates related to the resort closure and member compensation. Moonlight Magic event registrations have been delayed due to the resort closure. Construction continues on WDW hotels despite the resort closure. A recent survey by Universal Studios reveals some of the possible restrictions that Orlando theme parks are considering to reopen. S...

In episode 79, the guys answer listener questions on topics including favorite DVC staycation, best Disney experience, and Disney+. With the parks and resorts still being closed, DVC has a points problem. The guys discuss why DVC has a dilemma with points and what they could do to resolve it. The guys debate what Disney needs to do to reopen the parks and when they think they could reopen. Annual...

The guys host their first live show with listeners Jeremy, Tiffanny, and Kati joining in. To watch the a replay of the live video, visit Welcome Home Podcast on Facebook. WDW and Disneyland will now be closed indefinitely and the group discusses their plans for their next visit. An update to the My Disney Experience app suggests that Disney may be moving more rides to virtual queues in the near fu...

In episode 77, the guys welcome back to the show Nick Cotton from DVC Resale Market to discuss the impacts of the park closures to DVC. Walt Disney World, Disneyland and Disney Cruise Line are all closed due to the global pandemic and the guys discuss their feelings on the closures. DVC has instituted a cancellation policy for members impacted by the closures, but not everyone is happy. Space 220...

In episode 76, the guys discuss listener submissions of jokes that Jungle Cruise skippers could make about the recent boat sinking incident. The guys answer listener questions including the recent Disney CEO change, earliest Disney memories, favorite IP, and Tron. Disney has announced a new dining plan that has the guys reconsidering the value of the dining plan. Spaceship Earth is closing soon an...

In episode 75, the guys answer listener questions including Hollywood Studios FastPass strategies, DVC Bucket list, Disney with a teen, and member lounges. The new Lava Dole Whip has Trevor & Damon wanting to take an immediate WDW trip. Ticket price increases have taken effect for WDW and Disneyland. DVC has instituted new account security for the member website. We now know that Mickey & Minnie's...

In episode 74, the guys announce a listener meet up event at the upcoming Magic Kingdom Moonlight Magic. More details of the proposed DVC resort in Disneyland have been released including concept art of the tower. The guys answer some listener questions about Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway, Space 220, and WDW's 50th Anniversary. FastPass changes are coming to Hollywood Studios in February which...

In part 2 of episode 73, the guys discuss new DVC discounts for 2020 and what other discounts they'd like to see. DVC Members will no longer have to pay fees for things like extra towels. A new runDisney Membership Program is launching February and the guys have no idea what this means for runners. Crazy popcorn bucket designs are very popular at WDW, but at Disneyland, fry buckets are the must ha...

Derek and Marissa from DVC Resale Market return to the show to answer listener DVC questions. Topics covered include Riviera resale pricing, the importance of use years, resale restrictions, and more!

The guys are back from their holiday break and answer some listener questions! Damon is planning a cross country trip to Disneyland in 2021 and discusses details with the guys. Riviera's direct purchase price is increasing at the end of January to $195 per point. Since Rise of the Resistance opened in Galaxy's Edge, the virtual queue process has undergone many changes. The guys discuss these chang...

The guys are joined by Mike from Disney Dads Podcast for a special holiday episode of the Waitlist! Ever wish that your favorite Disney show or movie had a holiday episode? The guys come up with their own holiday special for their favorite Disney property and discuss their go to holiday movies.

Damon is back from WDW and the guys are joined by Mike from the Disney Dads Podcast. Damon gives a recap of his trip including his thoughts on the Skyliner, Galaxy's Edge, Holiday food, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and more. DVC has released the point charts for 2021 and they've added 2 new seasons. Rise of the Resistance opened at WDW and brought with it a new virtual queue line. Disney an...

In Episode 70, Trevor and Tom are joined by Steve from DCL Podcast. Trevor gives a full report from his recent trip to WDW including reviews of Epcot Forever, Disney Skyliner, Happily Ever After Dessert Party, Storybook Dining, Via Napoli and more! DVC has submitted a proposal to the city of Anaheim to build a new 350 room DVC resort next to the Disneyland Hotel. At an upcoming media event for the...

While Trevor is at WDW, Damon and Tom welcome guest hosts Caity & John to the show! Proposed 2020 DVC dues have been released. DVC starts offering generous incentives for direct purchase of Riviera and Aulani. Additional declarations of points at Riviera is opening more room inventory to DVC members. Port Orleans is offering free beignets to DVC members and APs with the purchase of a specialty coc...

The guys welcome Damon back to the show to talk about his Halloween travels over the past few weeks. Trevor talks about the plans for his upcoming WDW trip in November. There was a DVC direct price increase on 'sold out' properties and DVC sold some property next to Vero Beach Resort. Moonlight Magic dates have been announced for 2020 and the guys discuss their potential plans to attend. FuelRod p...

Trevor gives an update on his gaming marathon fundraiser. Damon leaves a message about his Halloween travels. Tom and Trevor answer a listener question about their dream DVC resort. DVC brings back ShopDisney discounts and offers a new discount on Riviera cash bookings to DVC members. Disney has made a change to the preferred method to make dining reservations. The Disney Skyliner has reopened and...

In episode 66, the guys work on their podcasting skills based on listener feedback. Tom is back from his WDW trip and gives a trip report including riding the Skyliner, the last IllumiNations, Epcot Forever, Food and Wine, and Galaxy's Edge. DVC announced a new Moonlight Magic date for Disney's California Adventure for this November and the guys discuss this last minute announcement. Bell Services...

In episode 65, the guys discuss the show's new Facebook group and Trevor's upcoming video game marathon for charity. With an assist from Marissa at DVC Resale Market, the guys answer a listener question about future DVC contract values. Tom will be headed to Disney in a week and he discusses his upcoming trip. DVC recently increased it's minimum direct point purchase to 100 points and the guys dis...

The guys announce their new Facebook group and a contest to name it. Damon answers a listener question about Disney Cruise Line. The guys give advice to a new DVC member on how many points a member should have. Disney has another special event coming to Reunion Station, this time it's a football party. The guys discuss the most recent updates to Star Wars Galaxy's Edge including new concept art fo...