Hi Steve,
Welcome to
planDisney! It's always a pleasure to assist a fellow
Disney Vacation Club Member, thanks for bringing your question here today. It sounds like you have an incredible vacation planned for next year, let's take a look at your question about Disney Vacation Club accommodations.
It sounds like you're on ball with a waitlist already in place for a Studio at
Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort. A waitlist is a great tool to use when booking a DVC vacation and at the time of booking, there is no availability. The good news is that there is plenty of time for things to change and open up but like you, I'd be making sure there is another plan just in case.
Disney Vacation Club Members can make a cash reservation 11 months in advance of the check-in date at all DVC Resorts except
The Villas at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa (this resort allows cash reservations at 60 days out). These discounted cash reservations are subject to availability and must be booked by a DVC Purchaser or Associate (reservations can be made for friends or relatives). To make a cash reservation, you'll need to give
Member Services a call at 1-800-800-9800 and they can assist with the booking and any other questions you may have.
Steve, I hope this information is helpful to your planning. I hope you receive some pixie dust and your waitlist comes through. Have a magical vacation at both
Walt Disney World Resort and aboard a
Disney Cruise Line ship!
Welcome Home,
Candace