Addicted To DVC Podcast

Episode #90 - DVC: What's Happening NOW!

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates from the Disney Vacation Club world. In this week's podcast, we'll be discussing what's new with DVC today, covering golf course renovations, new corporate renting rules, and Bay Lake Tower DIRECT incentives. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!
 
0:00 Introduction
3:36 Lake Buena Vista Golf Course Renovation
10:16 Updated Corporate Rental Policies
29:55 Bay Lake Tower Direct Incentives
36:05 Wrap-Up
 
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Episode #89 - Boulder Ridge Review

Mike is back from a quick trip to property to visit 'Hillie Guy' and to do a ship inspection on the Disney Treasure. This is his first stay at Boulder Ridge. What were his impressions. Have you stayed there? If so, what are your thoughts? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!
 
0:00 Introduction
4:48 Boulder Ridge Check-In
14:10 Geyser Point Lunch
16:37 Watching the NCAA Sweet 16 at Geyser Point
21:16 Heading to Magic Kingdom for Disney Starlight Parade
28:56 Check-Out Day
35:28 Wrap-Up
 
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Episode #88 - Top 5 DVC RESORTS for a 1-Night Stay

Sometimes you don’t need a full vacation to enjoy the magic—you just need one perfect night. In this episode, Mike and Gary break down the Top 5 Disney Vacation Club resorts that are ideal for quick, one-night stays.
 
Whether you're squeezing in a last-minute getaway, planning a split stay, or maximizing your DVC points, we’re sharing the resorts that deliver the biggest impact in the shortest time. From unbeatable locations to incredible amenities and vibes that make even a single night feel like a full vacation—we’ve got you covered. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!
 
0:00 Introduction
10:46 Top resorts for 1-Night stays
36:42 Wrap-Up
 
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Moving forward, the Elevated Escapes will no longer be on this rss feed.  Please search 'Elevated Escapes' wherever you listen to podcasts.  Thanks for listening!
 
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Episode #87 - What's Happening at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort?

Mike and Gary discuss what's happening at Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort. Disney recently announced that the Treehouse Villas will be refurbished. We also talk about some of the recreational updates and the extensive Turf Club refurbishment. We give our opinions on what we would like to see. What improvements would you like to see? Let us know in the comments below. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!
 
0:00 Introduction
9:09 Upcoming Saratoga Springs Refurbishments
16:36 Treehouse Villas Refurbishment
22:16 Turf Club Refurbishment
35:16 Wrap-Up
 
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Episode #3 - Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape (Part 2)

Welcome back...This week, Mike and Kristen discuss day 3 of their Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape. It's travel day and we are on a bus leaving Barcelona city limits heading out to Montserrat. We conclude with our closing dinner. Have you ever thought about going on an Adventures By Disney? Let us know. Thanks for listening.
 
0:00 Introduction
1:57 Montserrat
17:50 Closing Dinner
29:34 Our Thoughts on this Adventures By Disney and What We'd Change
37:54 Wrap-Up
38:31 Ed Sheeran 'Barcelona'
 
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Episode #86 - Mike's 3rd Contract?

This week, Mike and Gary talk about a potential 3rd. contract for Mike and Kristen. They've been eyeing a Grand Californian contract to add to their portfolio. Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!
 
0:00 Introduction
10:50 Mike's potential 3rd Contract
27:30 Wrap-Up
 
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Episode #2 - Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape (Part 1)

Welcome back...This week, Mike and Kristen discuss days 1 and 2 of their Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape. What exactly is Adventures By Disney? We talk about the arrival day and what we did for the remainder of the day. Day 2 was spent touring the Gothic Quarter, La Sagrada Familia, lunch at Con Travi Nou and a guided walking tour of Park Guell. Have you ever been on an Adventures By Disney? If not, would you like to go one one? Let us know. Thanks for listening.
 
0:00 Introduction
1:57 Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape (Day 1)
15:34 Adventures By Disney - Barcelona Escape (Day 2)
32:21 Wrap-Up
33:00 Blooper
33:09 'Barcelona' by Freddie Mercury Montserrat Caballé.
 
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Episode #85 - Gary's Trip Preview

This week, Gary drops a bomb on me and tells me he is heading down in a couple of months. He and Doc are doing an adult-only trip. Where are they staying, and what are some of their plans? What do you like to do on adult-only trips? Thanks for listening, and WELCOME HOME!
 
0:00 Introduction
10:16 Gary's Anniversary Trip Preview
21:29 Turf Club Refurbishment
25:52 Food Options?
37:37 Wrap-Up
 
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Episode #1 - Welcome To Elevated Escapes

Welcome to the very first episode of Elevated Escapes – A Luxury Travel Podcast. Hosts Mike and Kristen introduce the show and share their passion for discovering the world’s most unforgettable travel experiences. If you love luxury travel, bucket-list destinations, and discovering the best ways to experience the world, you’re in the right place.
 
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