November 2020 family of 6

[tosha25italia]

Planning for November 2020, want a 2 BR suite - what's the best bet for reserving? I've read about David's reserving 11 months in advance, and then have been recommended to use a planner, they say they can't look until 8 months in advance and will be limited.
Sounds like the planner goes through Disney, and more wiggle room if we have to make any changes, versus David's site - is all due up front, and no cancellations?

 

[DisneyWishes14]

Yes, booking directly through WDW (or through a TA who would book through WDW) will give you more flexibility in terms of changes and cancellations. You would also get daily housekeeping if you book through WDW. We book 1- and 2-bedroom villas frequently and I always book through WDW directly. I want to be able to change and/or cancel my reservation with as little penalty as possible. Which resort are you interested in?

 

[tosha25italia]

Yes, booking directly through WDW (or through a TA who would book through WDW) will give you more flexibility in terms of changes and cancellations. You would also get daily housekeeping if you book through WDW. We book 1- and 2-bedroom villas frequently and I always book through WDW directly. I want to be able to change and/or cancel my reservation with as little penalty as possible. Which resort are you interested in?

Bay Lake Tower.

 

[Daisy7425]

We have the most wonderful travel agent (she's free) through the DVC rental store. She is patient, kind, so so knowledgeable, quick to respond, thorough and generally just a pleasure to work with. I could send her your information if you are interested. She would be able to give you a quote any time less than 11 months out.

The down side of renting points is that you don't get daily housekeeping and about 80% is due upon booking and a smaller portion is due closer to the vacation and there is a strict cancellation policy (although you can buy their insurance). The positive sides are huge monetary savings.