Hi Gail,
Welcome home!
And welcome back to planDisney. Thank you for bringing your question over to us today. I really enjoy getting the opportunity to help fellow
Disney Vacation Club Members make the most of their membership!
For members eligible for Membership Extras, generally, those who purchased directly from Disney Vacation Club and met the minimum points requirement at the time of purchase - there are some fantastic benefits. For members who purchased via resale, eligibility depends on the purchase date. Resale purchases before 4th April 2016 qualify, while purchases after this date do not include Membership Extras.
Now that we’ve covered the fine print, let’s talk discount! Yes, there are
lots of different discounts to be found across Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort, and Disney Cruise Line. At the time of writing, the highlights include a 20% discount on merchandise at
Walt Disney World and a 10% discount at
Disneyland Resort for Disney-owned-and-operated stores.
But discounts are just part of Membership Extras. My favourite Membership Extra is
Moonlight Magic, which allows eligible members to enjoy exclusive after-hours events in the parks. These events feature complimentary snacks, rare character meet-and-greets, and massively reduced wait times for attractions. My family has been fortunate enough to attend several of these events, and they are always a standout part of our trips!
I hope this answers your question, Gail. If there’s anything else you’d like to know, please reach out to me, I’d love to help.
Have a magical day!
Matt