DVC Newscast
DVC Newscast
Chad Pennycuff
Afternoon Tea finally returns to Grand Floridian & Disneyland shifts Batuu timeline
36 minutes Posted Feb 5, 2026 at 8:00 pm.
Welcome to DVC Newscast
Introducing the New CEO: Josh D'AmaroSource: The Walt Disney Company press release
Afternoon Tea Experience Returns to Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & SpaSource: Disney Parks Blog
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge Timeline Expands at DisneylandSource: Disney Parks Blog
DVC Valentine's Day Event Moves to Contemporary ResortSource: DVC News
Minor Announcements and Park Updates
Bluey Train Line AnticipationSource: WDW News Today
Napa Rose ReopeningSource: Disney Parks Blog
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In this episode of the DVC Newscast, the hosts discuss the slow start to 2026, the newly appointed Disney CEO, upcoming changes to Walt Disney World and Disneyland resorts, and various other Disney Vacation Club (DVC) news and events. N176
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Key highlights include: –
Excitement around Josh D'Amaro being named the new Disney CEO,
Dana Walden's new role and the positive reaction from cast members.
Afternoon tea returning to Grand Floridian and pricing details for reservations starting from March 19th
Disneyland Star Wars Land timeline reset and the addition of classic characters, exclusive to California.
DVC Valentine's Day event now held at Disney's Contemporary Resort.
Minor updates across Disney, including Harambe Marketplace reopening, temporary closure of Rafiki's Planet Watch, reopening of Napa Rose at Grand Californian, and Magic Kingdom's DVC lounge extended hours.
Significant closures at Crew Cup Lounge and Yachtsman Steakhouse in the Disney's Yacht Club Resort. –
Announcement of the Garden Rocks concerts at Epcot
DVC 2027 Member Cruise details and Update on a special Disney Cruise Line offer, offering a significant discount and onboard credit.
Recap of a recent trip to Disney World, including an experience at the top of the world lounge and staying in Animal Kingdom Club Level.