DVC-Eagle Pines --POSTPONED !

[plutospup]

I talked to a CM this afternoon. She said that BCV are expected to be sold as soon as January, and will be sending info to me when available. DVC is a hot property, even with the slower economy. They need something to sell when VWL sell out, which is expected very soon.

 

[Disney Adventurer]

I'm a little sad that Disney has decided to postpone the Villas at Eagle Pines but it does not come as a big surprise. In todays economic situation (compounded by the events of 9/11) almost every company is implementing "contingency" plans. Any smart company will make the sacrifices today to insure their long term viability. And let's face it, Disney is a vacation for us, but for them it's a business. Disney, like many companies today, are looking to trim costs wherever possible, and the delay of capital investment is a sure way of saving money. Through the years DVC has proven to be very profitable for Disney, so I am almost 100% confident that as soon as the economy awakens and travel gets closer to normal levels, VEP will be full speed ahead.

 

[Lhargus]

I just did an add-on today and my guide told me VEP was still a
go for 2004.

 

[doubletrouble_vb]

I guess I'm in the minority in thinking that VEP being postponed is good news. I like the fact that Disney seems huge & undeveloped...if it becomes one unrelenting resort after another it won't be any different from staying offsite.

PS... I've never used early entry! Probably because I go in off periods. What would really hurt is the elimination of the Concierge Collection! Granted its a perk but there are enough choices in my vicinity to make its existence exciting!

 

[raidermatt]

We've never used EE, and likely never would've anyway, since we aren't the early rising types while we're on vacation (unless I have a tee time ).

But I know its important to many, so I hope it comes back soon.

Not really surprise about Eagle Pines, and I wouldn't be too surprised by a BCV delay either.

 

[jcodespoti]

I always say that we are going to use the EE perk when we go to WDW. Somehow that never happens. I guess its because we stay at jelly rolls til 1 or 2 in the morning.


Joe in CT

 

[ralphd]

I do not think Disney will delay BCV. DVC seems to have a large list of members (including us) interested in adding points at BCV.
The resort is in a good location and will also attract non-members
prior to a sell out.
ralphd

 

[Lhargus]

I just talked to my guide again to finalize my add on and he told me that the guides have been informed of a false rumour on the internet about VEP being postponed. They were assured that VEP is still on track....

 

[Halle]

VEP still on track.....YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[norestneeded]

A fairly reputable and accurate theme park site (www.screamscape.com) has reported today that VEP is still a go. Just goes to show how quickly one of these rumors can be transformed into a fact.