Thanks to all who offered into re: DVC....but after much research; we decided it was not the way to go for us. Yes, we love Disney....but the high cost of buying (even resales) and the exhorbitant maintenance fees, along with only a 40 year "deed" just turned us off. With 5 of us, we would need to use points towards a 2BR villa...and with me being a teacher, I am limited to travel during the high seasons of summer and/or holiday time. It just didn't add up for us.
We currently own a TS in the Poconos and are looking to buy another (probably in SoCA) and from the research, can find a 2BR one with extremely high trading power for a fraction of what the DVC would cost (and has low maintenance fees and is deeded forever). Yes, I know we won't be able to trade "in park"; but for the cost difference, being outside the park isn't too bad. Plus, we could always snag a great discount on hotel to stay in park for a few nights.
I love the concept of the DVC...and the travel options were wonderful. ANd yes, it would be great to have a villa in WDW...but for us, the cost involved was just too high. But thanks to all for the input. You helped me make an informed decision.
DEB
We currently own a TS in the Poconos and are looking to buy another (probably in SoCA) and from the research, can find a 2BR one with extremely high trading power for a fraction of what the DVC would cost (and has low maintenance fees and is deeded forever). Yes, I know we won't be able to trade "in park"; but for the cost difference, being outside the park isn't too bad. Plus, we could always snag a great discount on hotel to stay in park for a few nights.
I love the concept of the DVC...and the travel options were wonderful. ANd yes, it would be great to have a villa in WDW...but for us, the cost involved was just too high. But thanks to all for the input. You helped me make an informed decision.
DEB