What are some Disney Vacation Club horror stories?

One horror story is about the long lines. People often wait for hours to get on a popular ride. For example, at the peak time, the line for Space Mountain can be so long that you might end up spending half of your day just waiting. It's a nightmare when you have limited time in the park.

Well, there have been instances where members had problems with the points system. They thought they had enough points for a certain type of accommodation or length of stay, but then found out that due to some complex rules and changes in the system, they couldn't get what they wanted. It's like a bait - and - switch situation, which is really annoying.

Well, there was this family who had their Disney World vacation ruined by lost reservations. They had booked a special character dinner weeks in advance. But when they arrived at the restaurant, the staff couldn't find their reservation. They tried to prove they had made it, but in the end, they had to leave without the dinner. The kids were really disappointed as they were looking forward to meeting their favorite characters.

Another common horror story could be about the difficulty in booking desired dates. Members might find that when they try to book during peak seasons, there are no available units despite being promised certain booking privileges. It seems that the system is overbooked or not well - managed in terms of inventory. Also, some have reported problems with the quality of the accommodations. They expected a certain standard based on the Marriott brand, but found that the rooms were not well - maintained, with things like broken furniture or malfunctioning appliances.

One horror story could be about unexpected fees. People might book thinking they've paid for everything but then get hit with all sorts of extra charges like maintenance fees that are much higher than expected. Another could be issues with accommodation quality. For example, arriving at a Holiday Inn Vacation Club property only to find dirty rooms, broken appliances, or beds that are extremely uncomfortable. Some also complain about the sales tactics. They might be pressured into signing up for the club during their stay with false promises of great benefits and exclusive deals that never materialize.

There are also issues with lost items. Some people lose their wallets, phones or even their children's favorite toys. It can be a huge headache to try and find them in such a large park. The lost and found process may not always be efficient either.

One horror vacation story could be when a family went camping in the woods. At night, they heard strange growling noises around their tent. They peeked out and saw a pair of glowing eyes in the darkness. It turned out to be a wild boar that was attracted by their food. They were so scared that they didn't sleep the whole night and left early the next morning.

During my Disney vacation, we decided to have a character meal. As we were eating, Goofy came over to our table. My friend was so star - struck that she tried to offer Goofy her burger instead of getting a photo. Goofy just laughed and pretended to take a big bite. It was hilarious and a moment we'll never forget.

One success story could be that many military families have been able to take affordable vacations. The club offers great deals on accommodations which has allowed families on tight budgets to still have memorable getaways.

Yes, some people have reported pushy sales tactics. Salespeople would be overly aggressive in trying to get them to sign up for the vacation club. They might not give enough time to think about the decision or fully explain all the terms and conditions.