Walt Disney World Resorts and Villas

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There are many advantages to staying 'on property' when visiting WDW on Orlando FL. However, it's hard a great deal and their bargin hotels (Pop Century and All Star) are very small, very crowded and can sap all the fun out of your vacation.

The premium properties offer great access to the part and top tier service and facilities, but can cost an arm and a leg.

The BEST way to get a great room at a great Disney property is to RENT points from a Disney Vacation Club member.

The key to renting points is avoiding the days and weeks when it takes alot of point to book a room. It sounds tricky but it is not.

Here is an example:

Room: 1 Bedroom with Full Kitchen (stove, frig, dishwasher, microware, dishes, pots and pan) and washer and dryer

Dates: Off Peak 6 Nights Sunday to Saturday (9/9-9/15)

Current Cost: $2497

With Promotional Discount: $1687.50

Renting Points: ~$1200

The cost works out to be about $10-$12 per point.

studio: 8 points Sunday-Thursday, 20 points Fri-Sat

1 BR: 16 points Sunday-Thursday, 40 points Fri-Sat

To save even more, RENT points to stay Sun-Thu, and use www.savingsbarn.com to get a deal via priceline or the board's HOTWIRE link for Friday and Saturday nights.