Hi there, Ada! Welcome Home, and welcome back to planDisney! I'm always happy to lend a helping hand to a fellow
Disney Vacation Club Member, and as a dedicated rule-follower myself, I absolutely appreciate this question!
There are all sorts of benefits that DVC Members enjoy, beyond the Deluxe-level accommodations. From access to
Early Theme Park Entry and
Extended Evening Theme Park Hours to a host of Member-exclusive deals and discounts, there's a lot to love!
While Members do receive free standard parking at the resort where they're staying and the theme parks, you
cannot park at other resorts without a confirmed dining or recreation reservation. Using Disney transportation may be your best bet in this situation. Since you're staying at
Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort (great choice!), you can easily take a Disney bus from
Magic Kingdom Park to one of the
BoardWalk area resorts.
Another option would be to check out the BoardWalk on a day that you're planning to visit
EPCOT. We often leave the park via the International Gateway exit to get dinner at
Beaches & Cream Soda Shop or pick up a to-go dessert from
The Cake Bake Shop Bakery by Gwendolyn Rogers.
Rideshare is another travel method that we use regularly when visiting
Walt Disney World Resort. There are usually lots of available drivers, which keeps prices pretty reasonable. It's always my go-to if we have a dining reservation at another resort!
I'm sorry this wasn't the answer you were hoping for, Ada, but I know you are going to have a magical vacation this month! If you have any other questions as you're getting your (Donald) ducks in a row for your DVC adventure, please come see us again anytime.
Stay Magical!
Susan