DVCNews & Notes for November 11, 2021

Her are today's recent news links of interest for current and prospective Disney Vacation Club owners:

• WDWMagic has photos of the 2021 holiday gingerbread house at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

• There are two non-edible Christmas ornamets being sold at the Grand Floridian gingerbread house, themed for the 50th anniversary celebration (per TouringPlans) 

• Disney Vacation Club points can now be used toward National Geographic Expeditions

• B'Lou Crabbe and Shadow will reportedly no longer be meeting with guests at Disney's Hilton Head Island Resort (via DVCfan)

• WDW News Today has a look at the special holiday treats available for purchase at Disney's Beach Club Resort

• Walt Disney World Annual Passholders can save 30% off the cost of a Gold membership to D23 (normally $99); look for unique code in November 2021 Passholder email newsletter

• During a recent call with investors, Disney CFO Christine McCarthy stated that they have considered reducing portion sizes at some dining locations, a move which would (her words)  "probably be good for some people's waistlines" (via LaughingPlace.com)

• Walt Disney World has eliminated the requirement that fully vaccinated cast members wear masks in backstage areas; however there are no changes to the policy requiring guests to wear approved facial coverings indoors (via WDWMagic)

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