LIFERBABE said:The availability of the dining plan to DVC Members and renters is a huge advantage to the renter.
It is the same price for the dining plan, but Tickets are not required (they are if you are not on points) and the Deluxe resorts are not as heavily discounted as the values when CRO offers packages, so again, the renter is able to save a significant amount on the room, add the DP, and have the option of purchasing discounted ticket media or AP's. That to me is a huge advantage and will bring a whole new wave of renters to DVC that normally would not be as interested.
And not sure if you were referring to my post, but I dont think it takes away from the member. I just think that besides not receiving daily housekeeping (which can be added for $25 p/day) that DVC rentals are being compared to values and moderates when then really offer a Deluxe vacation in Deluxe locations with Deluxe amenities and now with the DP, can hold its own to those looking to book Deluxe packages thru CRO.
Thank you for clarifying. I didn't even think about the fact that a renter would not need to purchase tickets directly through WDW, but it makes a lot of sense.
I don't know about the other comment because I would never refer to the resorts as values or moderates. Yes, I know I am getting a great deal, and for that I am very appreciative. If I could afford to purchase, this would be the vacation in which I would make my decision, unfortunately, that's just not in the cards at this point. :-(