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Let’s say that someone wants to book a DVC room for next summer, presumably when Toy Story Land debuts. When would suggest that they start the points purchase or points rental process? What other advice would you like to give about the experience?

Image: DisneyScott Ferraioli: While I don't personally think Toy Story Land is going to have the draw that Pandora did, booking as far out as possible is always recommended. I don't predict a huge push for people to make a special trip for Toy Story Land.   I know we'll be there right away reporting on the opening or hopefully in preview stages like we did for Pandora.  The real question will be how insane will Star Wars Land be?  I'm sure it's going to be MUCH busier than Pandora.  

Kristen Tutas: I always suggest to utilize the 11-month booking windows for DVC if you have very specific travel plans. Purchasing a resale ownership takes about two to three months from offer acceptance to having the points in your account ready to book a trip. If you’re planning for next summer, now is really the time to start actively looking for a contract so you can hit the seven to 11 month priority booking at your home resort for summer 2018 reservations. 

Image: DisneyNick Cotton: I would start the purchase process as soon as possible.  Keep in mind your home resort priority window to book starts at 11 months, and the booking window for resorts that are not your home resort starts at seven months.  Additionally, the closing process to purchase a DVC resale contract is typically 50-80 days.  So, if someone were to start a purchase today, they would already very likely miss the beginning of the 11-month window, however, if they act quickly they could be ready to book prior to the seven-month booking window for next Summer. 

Paul Little: I would suggest booking as soon as the booking windows allow. I expect Saratoga Springs and Old Key West to maintain good availability as always, but other resorts will lose availability more quickly. A guest will want to send in their booking request as close to the 11-month before arrival window as possible.

Finally, do you have any favorite summer treats at Disney that you’d recommend that people try? (Don’t everyone say Dole Whips.)

Image: DisneyKristen Tutas: The Macaroon Ice Cream Sandwich from L'Artisan des Glaces in Epcot’s France pavilion. Delicious all times of the year! 

Nick Cotton: It's hard to beat a Mickey's Premium Ice Cream Bar anytime of the year, but especially in the summer.  It's the perfect treat to cool you down and give you that sugar rush to continue on with your Disney day.  

Paul Little: I am a huge funnel cake fan. Liberty Square’s Sleepy Hollow has the best. I am strictly a powdered sugar guy. No fruit toppings or chocolate sauce for me. Here's a tip...do not wear dark colored clothing if you intend on enjoying a funnel cake. Everyone in the park will know where you've been and what you ate by the tell-tale powder sugar residue that you'll be wearing afterward. Oh...did I mention I also love Dole Whip Floats!?!

Scott Ferraioli: One of the treats that my family personally likes is the Minute Maid ices (lemonade and strawberry lemonade).  If you're starting to feel overheated, we find that these last a long time (instead of an ice cream that's just going to melt) and really help cool you down.  It's become a joke in my family that they're a bit magical because if anyone has ever been hot and cranky these treats have managed to turn them around almost instantly.

 
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