90: Is DVC Worth It? A Disney DAD’s Honest Story (With the Dis Dad Dude)

Read the full show notes for this episode HERE! Follow Marcus on Instagram Follow Marcus on TikTok Would you buy Disney Vacation Club points before ever setting foot in Disney World? My guest Marcus did, and he has quite the story to tell. In this episode, I'm chatting with Marcus from Dis Dad Dude, my very first dad guest on the podcast! We talk about how one budget-friendly Disneyland trip turned him into a Disney-loving dad with 420 DVC points across three contracts. If you've ever wondered whether Disney Vacation Club membership is worth it, Marcus shares how he made the leap from booking a deluxe resort to buying points through resale, and eventually purchasing direct through Disney. We also get into what it's like doing Disney World with kids, his favorite deluxe resorts, and why this Disney World Dad has made the Disney World Halloween party an annual family tradition. In this episode, we cover: Why Marcus bought DVC before his first Disney World visit and what to consider before committing to Disney Vacation Club membership The differences between buying DVC points direct versus resale Our honest comparisons of Grand Floridian, Riviera, BoardWalk, and Bay Lake Tower How resort location and room layouts can make Disney World with kids easier Why this Disney World Dad loves returning for the Disney World Halloween party every October Whether you're researching Disney Vacation Club membership, planning Disney World with kids, or curious about how another Disney World Dad approaches family vacations, you'll love hearing Marcus's perspective. And if the Disney World Halloween party is on your family's wish list, you'll hear why it's become one of his favorite Disney traditions. For more laid-back Disney World planning tips, come follow me on Instagram ! And tell me: Would you buy DVC points before staying at the resort, or would you need to try it first? LET’S CONNECT! Somewhere Worthwhile Website Instagram Join the Laid-Back Magic® community Shop the guides Read the blog Shop My Favorites Save on Disney Deluxe Resorts CONNECT WITH MARCUS: Instagram TikTok A quick heads up: this post contains affiliate links to products I genuinely use, love, or would pack for my own family. If you choose to purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I ear