Disney Vacation Club (DVC) members are often curious about how point allocations may change, especially with new additions like the Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows. This article will provide an overview of how DVC can adjust point allocations and what this means for current and prospective members.
Parameters for Adjusting Points
According to DVC’s Public Offering Statement, the number of DVC Vacation Points required for reservations can change in response to member use patterns or demand. However, these adjustments are not without limits. For example, DVC cannot reallocate vacation points by more than 20% for any specific use day from year to year, except during special high-demand periods like holidays.
Impact on Existing Accommodations
To maintain balance, an increase in points for one type of room or season necessitates a decrease elsewhere. For instance, a reduction in the points needed to book a Bungalow would likely be offset by an increase in the points required for a Deluxe Studio or shifts towards new room types in the Island Tower. The total number of points for the resort must remain consistent, though fluctuations can occur due to varying numbers of weekdays versus weekends each year.
Maximum Point Reallocation
The public offering statement includes a maximum point reallocation chart, indicating the highest possible values for different accommodations. For example, in a scenario where maximum reallocation occurs:
- Polynesian Deluxe Studios could cost up to 22 points for a Standard View or 26 points for a Lake View.
- Bora Bora Bungalows could require up to 147 points.
While such maximum reallocations are rare, it’s reassuring that even in these scenarios, each DVC member can always reserve at least one use day at their home resort, subject to availability.
Precedence from Other Resorts
Looking at similar situations, the addition of the Big Pine Key building to the Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa offers some precedent. The points chart there remained largely the same, aside from adding sections for the new Resort Studios. Notably, the Grand Floridian did not need to balance out point-heavy accommodations like the Polynesian’s Bungalows, making its situation somewhat simpler.
Conclusion
As DVC continues to evolve, understanding how point allocations might shift is crucial for members. While changes are bound by specific parameters to ensure fairness and consistency, staying informed helps members make the most of their DVC membership. Keep an eye on updates, especially with significant additions like the new Island Tower at Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows, set to open on December 17th.
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Written by
Rachel Van Norman
Contributing Writer
Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.
