Addicted To DVC Podcast

Mike and Gary talk about the (5) DVC Resorts they have ZERO interest in buying into at the moment. There may be some surprises. What DVC Resorts would you not buy into? Leave us a comment below. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 5:16 DVC Resorts we would currently NEVER buy into 38:34 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)   #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneland #Disney      

Get ready for the ultimate Disney vacation experience as we unveil the exclusive DVC Member Cruise coming in 2027. This highly anticipated event promises to bring together Disney fans and DVC members for a unique and unforgettable journey. We finish the show with Mike's new DVC Portfolio Strategy. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 8:35 2027 DVC Member Cruise Announced 27:26 Mike's New DVC Portfolio Strategy 43:03 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)   #WaltDisneyWorld #Disneland #Disney

Join us this week as Mike ranks the best Disney Vacation Club (DVC) dining resorts for sit-downs and shares his top picks for a magical culinary experience. From luxurious fine dining to casual eats, Mike's 'expert' opinion will help you plan your next Disney vacation. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 9:58 Mike's BEST DVC Dining Resorts Ranked 10:24 #5 18:33 #4 21:24 #3 24:25 #2 27:22 #1 34:50 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

Join Gary as he shares his top picks for the best DVC resorts with amazing sit-down restaurants. If you're a Disney Vacation Club member looking for a luxurious dining experience, this podcast is for you. From upscale eateries to family-friendly favorites, Gary reveals his favorite DVC resorts that offer exceptional sit-down dining options. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 9:09 Gary's BEST DVC Resorts for Amazing Sit Down Restaurants 11:19 Number 5 18:19 Number 4 25:43 Number 3 31:02 Number 2 33:56 Number 1 38:25 Tying It All Together 42:05 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, we tackle a show idea from our friend Clint Robert. We are going to discuss (6) night split stays for park-heavy visits and resort-only stays. What are your choices? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 3:09 Best Resorts for Park Heavy Stays 19:18 Best Resorts for Resort-Only Stays 31:15 Quick Resale Contract Conversation 36:37Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)    

Join us as we dive into the latest room updates and changes in the Disney Vacation Club, exploring what's new and exciting for members and prospective buyers. Annual dues payments are right around the corner, and our CFO, Ken Cabot shares a way to save a few bucks. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 8:19 The UConn Hour with Mr. Gary 10:56 Discounted Gift-Cards at Sam's Club 22:21 Top Of The World Lounge News 27:17 Animal Kingdom Lodge Refurb 36:20 Moving Forward with our Show in 2026 40:32 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

Join us as we count down to the New Year in style at Walt Disney World. In this podcast, we'll show you why New Year's Eve Day staying DVC, is the perfect way to ring in the new year with family and friends. From exciting activities to delicious dining options, we'll take you on a tour of all the amazing things you can do at on a DVC stay on New Year's Eve Day. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 7:26 Our Perfect DVC New Years Eve Day 37:33 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, Mike and Gary are putting together their perfect Christmas dinner. We are picking soups, apps, entrees, desserts, and cocktails from different restaurants and having them delivered to our DVC 1-Bedroom. What are some of your favorite dishes on property? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 9:35 Our Perfect Christmas Dinner 14:03 Soups 17:04 Appetizers 21:59 Cocktails 23:48 Entrees 27:58 Desserts 29:40 Chinese Food Discussion 36:47 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, Mike and Gary are joined by Kristen (Suzie) to talk about their recent trip up to property. The topic is their Christmas Trip Review with Kristen's mom. From a few dining reviews, to the Candlelight Processional, we've got you covered. What did Kristen's mom think about her first Processional at EPCOT? Stay tuned to find out. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 6:08 Day 1 (Sunday) 21:29 Day 2 (Monday) 35:21 Day 3 (Tuesday) 41:33 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (mike@luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, Mike and Gary talk about the 2026 Moonlight Magic Dates and DVC News. What are Moonlight Magic eligibility requirements? Let us know in the comments if you've been to a Moonlight Magic Event. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 9:12 Contract Administration Fee 18:45 Mickey and Minnie Mouse Ski Costumes in EPCOT DVC Lounge 24:43 DVC Moonlight Magic Events and Dates 36:06 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, we discuss Mike's Upcoming Trip with his Mother-In-Law at Disney's Riviera Resort in a 1-Bedroom Villa. It will be her visit to the parks in almost 35 years. What would you recommend he and Kristen do with her mom? Comment below. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME! 0:00 Introduction 6:35 Sara Bay Centennial Gala Celebration 14:15 Mike's Upcoming Trip Preview with his Mother-In-Law 32:58 Hippie Guy in Town 38:34 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)    

This week, Mike and Gary will unveil their Thanksgiving Dinner Menus that they will be serving up at a few DVC Resorts. We cook up some traditional items as well as some foodie delights. Let us know what items you would like to see if you were to join us for Thanksgiving Dinner. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 10:34 2026 Proposed Annual Dues 21:10 Our Copper Creek Cabins Thanksgiving Menu 28:20 Our Vero Beach Cottages Thanksgiving Menu 34:22 Grand Villa at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort and Spa 42:20 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, Mike and Gary are in the Holiday Spirit. We are not going to the parks, but we want to stay at a DVC Resort. We discuss our Top 5 DVC Resorts for Thanksgiving stays. What would some of your choices be? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 3:59 Top DVC Resorts For Thanksgiving Stays 39:26 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, we are joined by our friend Rob from Canada. He and his wife recently did their first Disney trip and stayed off campus....He is, however, ADDICTED TO DVC. We talk to Rob about what he's looking for and how to potentially buy more points than he is currently looking for. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 5:00 DVC Addicts Facebook Group Post from Rob 8:11 Analyzing DVC Resale with Rob 13:32 They Met with a Direct Tour Guide at Disney Springs 15:13 What Use-Year are They Looking For? 18:40 What Number of Points is Rob Looking At? 21:15 What are Rob's Potential Home Resorts? 28:22 Are Most of The Brokers Well-Versed with International Buyers? 38:14 What Are Direct Guides Pushing? 41:05 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, Mike and Gary start off the show talking about whether or not they would sacrifice a body part for unlimited DVC Points....Would you? Later, we discuss upcoming DVC Refurbishments. What refurbs are you most happy about. Let us know in the comments. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 6:13 Would You Sacrifice A Body Part For Unlimited DVC Points? 11:43 DVC Refurbishments Past and Present 32:16 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, Mike and Gary talk about what we believe are the best DVC to stay in without kids. Do you have similar lists? What would be on your list? Let us know in the comments below. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME! 0:00 Introduction 6:39 Top DVC Resorts without Kids 35:32 Honorable Mentions 36:02 Social Media Chimes In 39:40 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, Mike and Gary begin the show discussing the 2026 DVC Membership Magic Beyond. The price stayed the same...What are the benefits? In the heart of the episode, we discuss Ken Cabot's DVC dilemma. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 8:34 Membership Magic Beyond 19:55 Ken Cabot's Dilemma 33:27 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, Mike and Gary start off by talking about the Hoop Dee Holidays coming to Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. These are exclusive showings for DVC members. Then we dive into DVC 1-Bedrooms in the DVC Portfolio. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 10:03 Hoop Dee Holidays Member Exclusive 15:35 DVC 1-Bedrooms 34:47 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

After two weeks of analyzing each other's DVC Portfolio, Gary and I discuss which contracts we are eyeing. These contracts are what keep us up at night. If we can get a 5-Star deal, which contracts are we jumping on? Which contracts do you have your eyes on? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 4:45 Five-Star Contract that Gary just got an email about it 9:32 Contracts We Are Eyeing 42:45 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)

This week, it's Gary's turn to have his DVC Portfolio reviewed. DVC Financial Advisor Mike Hurley takes a look at Gary's holdings. Does he need more sleep-around points, or is an 11-month contract on the horizon? Let us know in the comments below what you would recommend for Gary and his family? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!   0:00 Introduction 2:30 Gary's Investment Analysis 7:18 More Sleep-Around Points? 10:35 Does He Want Outside Orlando Resorts? 11:42 What Resorts Does Gary's Family Like? 15:42 50-75 At Disney's Riviera Resort? 19:19 How Many Points Does Gary Use? 23:58 Buy Where You Want To Stay 30:26 What resorts/contracts do we like? 36:30 Is Direct In Play? 38:54 Wrap-Up   Support the Show: Luxury Travel Advisors LLC - Book your next Disney World vacation with Mike....His services are completely free, and you will support a small business. (luxurytraveladvisorsllc.com) Magic Candle Company - Bringing the Vacation to you...On your next purchase, use the discount code (wdwbtg) at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase. (www.magiccandlecompany.com)   Helpful Links: Check out our YouTube Channel (@dvcaddicts) Social media (@dvcaddicts)