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"What's cookin'?" DW and I will be meeting up with friends at our favorite Mexican restaurant & tequila bar. It's become our NYE tradition, though we'll be home long before midnight. Anyone else heading out tonight? Who's dining in?

4:37pm by TacMed

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My boys are leaving for a fishing trip early tomorrow morning so no late night plans for us. I made homemade chicken nuggets and twice baked potatoes for dinner.

8:49pm by averiesmama210

We went to an Italian restaurant. I had shrimp and scallop fettuccine alfredo and DH had shrimp fettuccine alfredo. So delish

22 min ago by momshappyplace

PF Chang's. It was fun to grab dinner with DH, DS17, DD20, and her boyfriend.

2 min ago by TumbleMonkeys

Headed to Epcot happy new years!

4:38pm by TheREALniter

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Here too! Minnie & Mickey dancing right outside Figment with the crowd!

8:30pm by lakohls

Having a bladt

45 min ago by TheREALniter

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17 min ago by TheREALniter

Can anyone compare San Angel Inn and La Hacienda de San Angel? I'm considering one of them next trip and both have neat atmosphere - just wondering if there is a clear winner. Thanks!

11:00pm on 12/27/25 by daisylover78

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I like SAI for lunch because you leave the hot FL sun and enter the cool Mexican evening. Food is standard Tex mex. I like Hacienda for dinner. A bit more upscale modern Mexican cuisine with great windows overlooking lagoon and fireworks.

8:12am on 12/28/25 by evamarie320

We enjoyed the pyramid one. Is the other one the fast food one on the lake? We don't like that one as much. Too busy. I think that's cantina though. If there's a third one that's the one we haven't tried.

8:16am on 12/28/25 by popupcamper

@pop there is a sit down reservation part of the quick service with a different menu that's where we did the tequila tasting

8:19am on 12/28/25 by snelvis

Popup, I get those confused also. Pretty sure San Angel is pyramid. I did not know that La Hacienda had anything other than fast food. Might have to try a regular meal there.

8:20am on 12/28/25 by h2olly

La Hacienda is the TS along the lagoon, and we love it! Gorgeous views of the water and WS, plus really excellent food. We much prefer it to our experience at San Angel, which felt crowded and dark.

8:41am on 12/28/25 by utang44

La Hacienda is separate from the outdoor QS. But fun fact: If you eat at the cantina for lunch, you can take your food into the TS La Hacienda to sit in the AC and enjoy the views rather than eating outside. La Hacienda is dinner only.

8:44am on 12/28/25 by utang44

La Hacienda can be good for fireworks viewing but you need to be lucky and get a window seat. We prefer the food at SAI.

9:23am on 12/28/25 by Phil H. Magic

We like SAI better, too

9:35am on 12/28/25 by cdlla

I have been to both and I don't think I will return to SAI. I thought the food was "ok". I really enjoy La Hacienda.

10:30am on 12/28/25 by PrincipalTinker

We booked La Hacienda for the fireworks view but our window table looked towards Germany, and we had to go outside to watch. We love the dark atmosphere in San Angel. Love their tostadas and a blood orange margarita, no need for an extensive heavy meal.

10:47am on 12/28/25 by snowdiz

La Hacienda was one and done for us years ago - too dark to read menu, crowded, and rushed indifferent service for mediocre Mexican food. Maybe it's improved in the last decade but so many places to get better Mexican....

10:51am on 12/28/25 by Ali Ababwa

I like SAI. After they remodeled the dining room year and a half ago, it's not so dark and not so crowded. They put divider walls between some seating, installed additional lighting. The photos on Disney's site are still the old interior.

10:51am on 12/28/25 by mkmuzzy

Ack! Correction - I meant SAI! I have not eaten at La Hacienda.

10:53am on 12/28/25 by Ali Ababwa

SAI wasn't dark or crowded when we went in October. It was relaxing and wonderful.

11:24am on 12/28/25 by popupcamper

It does sound like the renovations helped with that, @popup. Our last meal there was several years ago now. We got hooked on La Hacienda on our mom/daughter trips.

11:27am on 12/28/25 by utang44

We absolutely all loved ( DH, DD25, DS23) La Hacienda and would pick it every time over San Angel. The food was excellent and we have been to both within the last year.

11:42am on 12/28/25 by bonniem70

I echo @Eva. I do think I give the edge to La Hacienda though. SAI was sooo tight and no room to move

1:14pm on 12/28/25 by LaurenInWonderland

I wonder if it helped that we did the inn around 3 pm iirc. There was no one around us. Biergarten otoh was bananas and I won't go there again. (We rarely do table service but did both that trip.)

1:16pm on 12/28/25 by popupcamper

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I did like the Biergarten bathrooms and service (which isn't at all what you asked but wanted to share since I said we won't go back.)

1:34pm on 12/28/25 by popupcamper

Wow. These 2 restaurants seem very polarizing among Liner friends. I am going to reserve TS for March trip. Hopefully fireworks view. Thanks for all the different opinions.

28 min ago by h2olly

Also excited to try Biergarten. Have never been there. Will be solo trip and I am an introvert. But do like to be around others up to a point. Will I enjoy Biergarden?

25 min ago by h2olly

Teens just left HS to go back to room to watch Stranger Things. If I put their AP's in my Apple wallet, I should be able to scan in for their lightning lanes, right? I meant to take their magic bands!

8:10pm by gaeliccrew

Totally. Don't ask. Just do.

9:04pm by Jennyhirsch

Thanks!!!! We are getting some double rides tonight!

27 min ago by gaeliccrew

Anyone know a good place at WDW to find shout/tide wipes or a pen?

11:54am by Jlwagner21

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Wondered whose underwear hit me on the head

5:58pm by Elaine5715

That's what coffee pots are for

6:23pm by hodg

@hodg, gross, that's how I cook my hot dogs

9:17pm by Elaine5715

Staying at WL. What would be the best way to get to the Poly or GF bars? Are Ubers allowed to drop off? Thanks!

5:48pm by WDWJabberwock

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Can anyone verify they are checking on monorail, bus, or boat tonight?

7:03pm by snowdiz

Sorry, should have specified not for tonight. We will be looking to do this on January 4th.

8:26pm by WDWJabberwock

@snow, the D3 FB group is reporting that resort reservations are being checked for bus/boat tonight

9:16pm by Elaine5715

I have a 3 year old who just eats off our plates we don't order her own meals. Will restaurants let us do that? Considering ohana and akershus, and chef mickeys?

6:46pm by sarahask@aol.com

If they are three you will have to pay for the child at each of those restaurants whether or not the child eats.

6:49pm by JenniferB1975

Any buffets/pre fixe type places require you to pay for entry/meal for anyone 3 and over. Regular TS/QS you can share

8:55pm by LaurenInWonderland

New DVC Rental Thread starting Nov 23rd. Housekeeping: Find my Dedicated *~ SPARKLY NEW ~* DVC Rental search engine here: http://dvcseer.com/dvc-search

8:44pm on 11/22/25 by JJT (staff)

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I also post same info in forum thread, but with charts, further analysis, and goofy gifs. https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/9999

8:44pm on 11/22/25 by JJT (staff)

Saving!

8:50pm on 11/22/25 by RememberWhen

1-night Poly Studio (Duo) 11/29 for $312/night or 36% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Polynesian%20Villas&dvc_id=DVC1324

10:22am on 11/23/25 by JJT (staff)

Love the new website and the "seer" ;) Thanks for sharing!

12:08pm on 11/23/25 by youcanfly

PRICE DROP: 4-night VB Studio 12/09 orig $285/night now $171/n or 35% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046091

12:58pm on 11/24/25 by JJT (staff)

Oddly enough, there have only been 5 VB listings in December since 2023 - normally I would say don't necessarily trust the median when you don't have a lot of data points, but I'm thinking $171 is pretty good any day.

12:59pm on 11/24/25 by JJT (staff)

2-night GF Studio 01/03 for $426/night or 10% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046984

12:59pm on 11/24/25 by JJT (staff)

Saving for new web link :) Thanks for all your hard work!

2:35pm on 11/24/25 by skemp

@skemp :) NEW: 4-night OKW Studio 01/11 for $200/night or 21% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046991

5:20pm on 11/24/25 by JJT (staff)

JJT so can't thank you enough for a trip of a lifetime with DD13 at Poly Studio in May. Still think of our special time together even though it was a rainy trip. We didn't use the Deluxe Eveming hours at Epcot but walking around as an actual guest with

11:17pm on 11/24/25 by Shades_of_disney

Amenities. Corr memories made and thankful for this continued hard work and posts. Joking one day to take a similar trip with each of my b triplets when they are finished with 6th grade.

11:18pm on 11/24/25 by Shades_of_disney

*core. Typical miss spelling without review is my post.

11:19pm on 11/24/25 by Shades_of_disney

@Shades That's wonderful! Makes me happy when my crazy project helps people have nice stays. :)

6:37am on 11/25/25 by JJT (staff)

Two identical Dec listings this afternoon are SUPER CRAZY VERY NICE for December. 5-night Poly Studio 12/18 for $323/night or 45% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000AxL5tIAF

12:21pm on 11/25/25 by JJT (staff)

5-night Poly Studio 12/18 for $323/night or 45% under https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000AxLc9IAF

12:22pm on 11/25/25 by JJT (staff)

This is a rareish room on rentals and super great price! 1-night BR 1 Bedroom 01/15 for $360/night or 47% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000Ay0H7IAJ

11:20pm on 11/25/25 by JJT (staff)

Another Price Drop on this one! 4-night VB Studio 12/09 orig $285/night now $143/n or 46% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046091

5:10pm on 11/26/25 by JJT (staff)

This is way out in October 2026, but is at a price point for that month where you might see only a small handful each year:

11:49am on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

4-night AK Jambo Studio 10/04 for $260/night or 28% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Animal%20Kingdom%20Villas%20-%20Jambo%20House&dvc_id=DVC1355

11:49am on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

I should probably point out that the same room at the same price in Sept is "only" 7% under median. Same effect on your wallet, but different price evaluation using the new monthly median my system is crunching.

12:12pm on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

For those who enjoy a greatest hits DVC listing table, I've updated the TP subscriber-only page of handpicked ones: https://touringplans.com/disney-vacation-club-rental-deals

1:34pm on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

Ooh. I do love a good greatest hits table! Thanks!

2:14pm on 11/28/25 by evamarie320

NEW: SUPER VERY NICE - HOLIDAY EDITION 3-night SSR Studio 12/27 for $223/night or 37% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B1Aa5IAF

4:46pm on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

Is a TERRIFIC price for end of December; comparing this price to all dates it is even at the lower end vs most times of the year!

5:40pm on 11/28/25 by JJT (staff)

Sfl

9:18pm on 11/28/25 by matterhorn55

This first new one is actually a smoking BC price for December. 3-night BC Studio 12/05 for $383/night or 26% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047055

12:29pm on 11/29/25 by JJT (staff)

Welp, this one is too! 1-night BLT Studio 01/04 for $297/night or 27% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/bay-lake-tower-472584

12:31pm on 11/29/25 by JJT (staff)

Dreaming of booking one of these some day! Thank you!

4:34pm on 11/30/25 by Tink2142

Another Price Drop: Desperation kicking in on this VB studio listing. 4-night VB Studio 12/09 orig $285/night now $114/n or 57% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046091

8:59am on 12/1/25 by JJT (staff)

NEW: 3-night OKW Studio 01/05 for $215/night or 15% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/old-key-west-472954

8:59am on 12/1/25 by JJT (staff)

There are a couple of other new 1-night Poly studios in Jan as well. 1-night Poly Studio 01/07 for $374/night or 20% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/polynesian-472971

8:59am on 12/1/25 by JJT (staff)

1-night BLT Studio 12/23 for $399/night or 23% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/bay-lake-tower-472952

9:00am on 12/1/25 by JJT (staff)

If you're thinking about a nice long stay in February - might want to check out my analysis of this 7-night SSR Studio going for $272/night. :) https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/4778

4:25pm on 12/1/25 by JJT (staff)

This morning were a few more JAN 1-night Poly Studios for $374, this afternoon there are a couple of 1-night BW Studios for $299!

2:28pm on 12/2/25 by JJT (staff)

Don't see that many GF 1 BRs coming in near this price in December. 4-night GF 1 Bedroom 12/15 for $874/night or 29% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B5IHJIA3

4:09pm on 12/2/25 by JJT (staff)

OK, Another Price Drop: This is getting real now, yo. 4-night VB Studio 12/09 orig $285/night now $100/n or 62% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10046091

12:05pm on 12/3/25 by JJT (staff)

BTW: That is now the lowest price recorded for a VB Studio.

12:15pm on 12/3/25 by JJT (staff)

If you want to be there on Christmas, this is a hot deal for this room in December! 2-night BW 1 Bedroom 12/24 for $600/night or 32% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B7E1WIAV

12:16pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

Notably on that last listing: it is "only" about 19% under median when comparing to all past listings for BW 1BRs - but when just comparing to December listings it is that 32% under.

12:26pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

I don't think I highlighted this DL Duo Studio when it appeared the other day. Is a very nice price for this room any time - but especially for a 4-night stay!

12:27pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

4-night DLH Studio (Duo) 05/11 for $312/night or 22% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Disneyland%20Hotel&dvc_id=DVC1368

12:27pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

This is a very nice price for April - ESPECIALLY for a 6-nighter. 6-night OKW Studio 04/27 for $308/night or 20% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B7oszIAB

4:19pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

See full analysis charts on that one in forum: https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/4798

4:20pm on 12/4/25 by JJT (staff)

Not a "cheap" room, but a very good price for this BLT 2BR in January! When looking at only 4-nights or longer this is the lowest price recorded for that room and not likely to see another appear for this time frame based on past history...

10:32am on 12/5/25 by JJT (staff)

4-night BLT 2 Bedroom 01/13 for $791/night or 24% under median https://dvc-rental.com/confirmed-reservation/?_resort=Bay%20Lake%20Tower&dvc_id=DVC1397

10:32am on 12/5/25 by JJT (staff)

While this one is "only" 14% under median - is actually also very nice for April. 5-night SSR Studio 04/12 for $300/night or 14% under https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047142

10:44am on 12/5/25 by JJT (staff)

PRICE DROP: A very rare price point for 5-nights or longer in December! 5-night SSR Studio 12/12 orig $304/night now $248/n or 30% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B4qZZIAZ

12:12pm on 12/5/25 by JJT (staff)

4-night BW Studio 01/22 for $310/night or 21% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B8ljXIAR

4:09pm on 12/5/25 by JJT (staff)

Both of these are FAR below any other Dec listing this year for the same room type & most from other years - plus as a 6-night and PREFERRED over Christmas: this is about as good as it gets for these rooms:

1:31pm on 12/6/25 by JJT (staff)

6-night Riviera 1 Bedroom 12/23 for $718/night or 33% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/riviera-resort-474273

1:34pm on 12/6/25 by JJT (staff)

6-night Riviera 2 Bedroom 12/23 for $963/night or 37% under https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/riviera-resort-474271

1:34pm on 12/6/25 by JJT (staff)

Another price drop for this SSR 2BR! There has only been one other listing for this room slightly lower (2023) and is now the lowest 5-night or longer recorded.

5:46pm on 12/6/25 by JJT (staff)

6-night SSR 2 Bedroom 12/16 orig $872/night now $545/n or 42% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/saratoga-springs-464556

5:46pm on 12/6/25 by JJT (staff)

Both of these are pretty rare prices for February. 2-night OKW Studio 02/22 for $240/night or 27% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BB4Q9IAL

3:17pm on 12/8/25 by JJT (staff)

In fact, this DLH studio is not only a rare price for the room type - almost unheard of for 5-nights! 5-night DLH Studio 02/22 for $391/night or 22% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047177

3:17pm on 12/8/25 by JJT (staff)

This is a completely bonkers price for this room over Christmas. That is all. 6-night BW Studio 12/21 for $200/night or 60% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BC8hpIAD

12:17pm on 12/9/25 by JJT (staff)

That BW price is bonkers! Oh, how I wish we could forget about real life and go.

12:43pm on 12/9/25 by utang44

That listing lasted about 11 minutes. :D

12:56pm on 12/9/25 by JJT (staff)

Really, waiting until 5 nights out from check in for this price drop is ??? but, for a Savannah 1BR AND a long stay, this price is terrific. There has only been 1 other 1BR Dec listing priced lower. But, was a Value, appeared in Oct and gone next day.

2:16pm on 12/9/25 by JJT (staff)

7-night AK Kidani 1 Bedroom 12/14 orig $739/night now $571/n or 29% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/animal-kingdom-villas-kidani-village-473265

2:16pm on 12/9/25 by JJT (staff)

Really do not see many of this VB room type in April, but this one is coming in hot early in the calendar! 4-night VB Hotel/Inn 04/18 for $325/night or 36% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047194

4:11pm on 12/9/25 by JJT (staff)

1-night Riviera Studio 12/27 for $384/night or 31% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BDVajIAH

2:15pm on 12/10/25 by JJT (staff)

3-night OKW Studio 01/12 for $200/night or 21% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047215

8:26pm on 12/10/25 by JJT (staff)

While this is "only" 9% under median for this room in May - in reality the price is very nice if you are looking for anything more than 2-nights. 8-night BW Studio 05/01 for $354/night or 9% under https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047218

10:19am on 12/11/25 by JJT (staff)

See a bit more analysis on that one in forum thread: https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/4821

10:20am on 12/11/25 by JJT (staff)

SUPER VERY NICE ALERT! 3-night OKW Studio 02/02 for $187/night or 43% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/old-key-west-475813

4:10pm on 12/11/25 by JJT (staff)

On the road today so can't link, but there's a terrific 3-n CC 1BR in Jan for $390 or 45% under median!

4:57pm on 12/12/25 by JJT (staff)

Also a great BW listing in August.

4:57pm on 12/12/25 by JJT (staff)

I've updated the TP subscriber DVC Rental Deals page with the current handpicked list! https://touringplans.com/disney-vacation-club-rental-deals

4:01pm on 12/13/25 by JJT (staff)

Both of those listings I mentioned yesterday are surprisingly still out there, BTW.

4:17pm on 12/13/25 by JJT (staff)

These new ones from David's almost seem like mistake listings this far out! 5-night AK Jambo Studio 10/03 for $244/night or 32% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047249

6:57pm on 12/13/25 by JJT (staff)

5-night AK Jambo Studio 10/19 for $244/night or 32% under https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047252

6:57pm on 12/13/25 by JJT (staff)

Bumping so I can find this when I need it!!!!

10:29am on 12/15/25 by tanyaandallie

NEW: I do NOT usually post OVER median listings, but this one is a weird anomaly: Funny to see a $160 room that is actually 33% OVER median for the month of January! There have only been 3 or 4 HH listings in January that were more than 1-night, so...

3:01pm on 12/15/25 by JJT (staff)

...6-nights at $160/n is probably a deal any day if you don't mind the weather! 6-night HH Studio 01/15 for $160/night or 33% OVER MEDIAN https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047264

3:02pm on 12/15/25 by JJT (staff)

Some large price drops: 6-night SSR 2 Bedroom 02/07 orig $1,022/night now $511/n or 31% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BDW3lIAH

3:06pm on 12/15/25 by JJT (staff)

4-night SSR 2 Bedroom 03/09 orig $1,078/night now $686/n or 20% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BEP9tIAH

3:06pm on 12/15/25 by JJT (staff)

A whole boatload of multi-night OKW studios in May for $200 showed up today! Use my search engine to find them... https://dvcseer.com/dvc-search/

4:11pm on 12/18/25 by JJT (staff)

That price in May is 23% under median, BTW. You can see a capture of a few of the search results in my forum thread: https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/4849

4:12pm on 12/18/25 by JJT (staff)

2-night OKW Studio 02/22 for $225/night or 31% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BLR0TIAX

9:19am on 12/19/25 by JJT (staff)

I don't think I highlighted this one yet - originally appeared a couple of days ago at a #supermeh $500/night - especially being a 7-nighter which will likely be harder to find a market for. Yesterday it dropped by $125/night to a REALLY nice $375/night!

10:18am on 12/22/25 by JJT (staff)

7-night Poly Studio 01/04 orig $500/night now $375/n or 20% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BLZ4TIAX

10:19am on 12/22/25 by JJT (staff)

Been a quiet several days for "good" listings - broke the streak with a few nice ones in the noon refresh:

12:13pm on 12/22/25 by JJT (staff)

2-night AK Kidani Studio 01/04 for $252/night or 19% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/animal-kingdom-villas-kidani-village-476735

12:13pm on 12/22/25 by JJT (staff)

Have not seen many Jambo studio prices this low for Oct & Nov & when they do appear they are MUCH closer to check in date. If I were to speculate, I'd say both of these might end up in the category where the price RISES in the next day or three...

12:13pm on 12/22/25 by JJT (staff)

3-night AK Jambo Studio 10/04 for $230/night or 36% under https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047381 3-night AK Jambo Studio 11/02 for $230/night or 35% under https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047384

12:13pm on 12/22/25 by JJT (staff)

Believe it or not - this sub-$200 SSR studio is "only" 14% under median vs month of Sept historical prices. But, I am thinking ANY Deluxe resort that low is a 101% win.

12:12pm on 12/23/25 by JJT (staff)

4-night SSR Studio 09/27 for $198/night or 14% under median https://rentals.dvcshop.com/reservations/saratoga-springs-482116

12:12pm on 12/23/25 by JJT (staff)

In truth: chances are we'll see more SEPT SSR @ this price or less as we get closer. Of course: past performance may not depict future availability. ;) There were a fair number more lower listings in 2024 than there were this past Sept.

12:24pm on 12/23/25 by JJT (staff)

Once you get to sub $200 prices in WDW resorts, we're talking small volume in the overall scheme. See charts in forum thread: https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/4861

12:24pm on 12/23/25 by JJT (staff)

Not a cheapo room, but for fun: If you're looking for a 1-night splurge, here's a huge price drop! There have only been 38 listings for this room from 2023 to date, price is among the lowest seen.

9:08am on 12/24/25 by JJT (staff)

1-night AK Kidani Grand Villa 01/07 orig $2,212/night now $1,027/n or 33% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000B4EPRIA3

9:09am on 12/24/25 by JJT (staff)

This one is not even close to the lowest price recorded for a 2BR Riv in March, but well below median. ..and FWIW the much lower listings appeared within a few weeks of check in date.

12:29pm on 12/24/25 by JJT (staff)

5-night Riviera 2 Bedroom 03/08 for $1,065/night or 27% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BPEZJIA5

12:29pm on 12/24/25 by JJT (staff)

This, one is a super deal for April. While we might see some lower priced ones as time moves on, if I needed a room in this time frame I would not sit on it hoping for a crazy deal:

12:29pm on 12/24/25 by JJT (staff)

3-night AK Kidani Studio 04/23 for $347/night or 21% under https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BPEW5IAP

12:29pm on 12/24/25 by JJT (staff)

BTW: That's another interesting example of the more specific monthly median being useful: compared to all listings this one only falls 1% under median. But, because APR is a super-charged month, is really 21% under in that time frame.

12:30pm on 12/24/25 by JJT (staff)

Thank you JJT! We spent time in a Poly Resort Studio Room.First time renters. Great deal and I would have never imagined before I joined this group we could do this!!! We loved it and celebrated an early Christmas there!

6:51pm on 12/24/25 by 4wvufans

@4wvufans Terrific! Love to hear that! :D

4:57pm on 12/26/25 by JJT (staff)

I've just updated the TP Subscriber DVC handpicked listings page - note today 12/26) you can take $15 off any DVCShop dedicated listings you fancy. https://touringplans.com/disney-vacation-club-rental-deals

4:59pm on 12/26/25 by JJT (staff)

We successfully snagged the *super very nice* BW 4-nighter you listed back on 12/12!! New resort for us :-) Thank you @JJT for this wonderful resource! Now to stalk for a room before or after those dates to complete our trip!

8:05pm on 12/26/25 by SplitStayfortheWin

@SPlitStay Awesome! :)

8:54pm on 12/26/25 by JJT (staff)

Another SUPER VERY NICE - actually a very nuts price! 2-night SSR Studio 01/04 for $156/night or 42% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BQkorIAD

9:00pm on 12/26/25 by JJT (staff)

This DVC Rental price is crazy- CRAZY I TELL YOU! 6-night AK Kidani Studio STARTS 01/18 for $136/night or 56% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BRbtBIAT

7:17pm on 12/28/25 by JJT (staff)

This one from earlier today also SUPER NICE - and is a Preferred room! 3-night SSR Studio 02/06 for $212/night or 34% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047449

7:25pm on 12/28/25 by JJT (staff)

Bumping: That $136 Kidani is still out there this morning!

9:43am on 12/29/25 by JJT (staff)

1-night GF Studio 01/28 for $378/night or 20% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BRz7VIAT

10:06am on 12/29/25 by JJT (staff)

3-night DLH Studio (Duo) 07/03 for $399/night or 19% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047470

2:11pm on 12/29/25 by JJT (staff)

Note: There is nuance to the median for DLH Duos in July. See more analysis in forum thread. https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/4884

2:19pm on 12/29/25 by JJT (staff)

Not many BW Studios this price or lower in November - VERY few 5-nighters. (Maybe a half dozen in total since 2023.) 5-night BW Studio 11/20 for $370/night or 20% under median https://dvcrequest.com/bookings/rebook/10047485

4:14pm on 12/29/25 by JJT (staff)

Love looking at this but need to save so i don't have to keep scrolling to find it!

11:02pm on 12/30/25 by fcoffey

Finally something interesting today! 7-night BW Studio 03/15 for $357/night or 28% under median https://dvcrentalstore.com/guests/reservations/a0fUd00000BU3BrIAL

4:14pm by JJT (staff)

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...and the last data refresh for 2025 has occurred... HUZZAH! Ended the year about 35% fewer active listings today vs the previous 2 years on this date. Still, this year had about 900 more listings than 2023 and 1,000 fewer than 2024.

8:30pm by JJT (staff)

I've recorded over 57,000 listings now. To get there, I've pulled more than 6 million listing records. Charts and a little more info in forum thread: https://forum.touringplans.com/t/dvc-you-there-now-with-bonus-content/87420/4896

8:30pm by JJT (staff)

Beyond impressive!

8:52pm by LaurenInWonderland

Any livestream of WDW fireworks tonight? If so, does anyone have the link?

4:57pm by Runinthesun

Ron on the go (YouTube) is at MK for fireworks

6:12pm by Gusgus5

Thanks. I miss the days of Disney having a livestream broadcast

6:55pm by Runinthesun

Actually EP but park pass is at MK

6:56pm by Gusgus5

Resort tv1 and meyers and the mouse are both at Epcot tonight.

8:37pm by polypack

Day 2! Resort day for this chilly day- we are in hats and coats which is saying a lot being from MA! Dragging a bit from travel day and having colds but skyliner over to YC for Ale and Compass right now :)

9:47am by LaurenInWonderland

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Primo Piatto dinner was enjoyed at a table in the sun on the water... quiet out there and grabbed some POG gelato from the cart right next to us, that had no customers the whole time haha Crafts in the community room. Then walked to CBR.

8:25pm by LaurenInWonderland

The grounds at CBR and all over today have been stunning. Holiday decor in every nook and at every turn, so elaborate and detailed. Reminds me of the "good old Disney days" where effort was put into the subtle things!

8:26pm by LaurenInWonderland

We also enjoyed the beach between Riv and CBR. Hammocks while the kids dug in the sand. Back to Pop for dessert treats and fireworks... from right outside our door!! 50's section 4th floor. Saw Ep and MK fireworks with our bed steps away. My ideal NYE ha

8:27pm by LaurenInWonderland

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