If you get a chance to do a hike on the Southern coast of Washington, be sure to check out the Cape Disappointment Lighthouse or the Lewis and Clark interpretive center for a fee. The trees are beautiful and the hike is less than a mile. There is a lot of History at the mouthContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 43 Hike to Cape Disappointment Lighthouse near Long Beach Washington”
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Review of the One Bedroom Worldmark Surfside in Ocean Park Washington
If you stay here ask for a 3rd floor room because they have a better ocean view. It is so worth it to sit on your deck in the afternoon and watch a sunset. Or have early morning coffee and stare at the ocean. Located about 3 hours from Seattle or 2.5 hours from PortlandContinue reading “Review of the One Bedroom Worldmark Surfside in Ocean Park Washington”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 42… Living 6 months in Timeshares
There are several questions one would ask about living in a timeshare for six months. 1) Why would anyone do this? 2) What are the economics? 3) What are the possibilities? 4) How can I do this? Why would anyone do this? Two weeks a year to vacation and see the world is not enoughContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 42… Living 6 months in Timeshares”
Review of one bedroom Ocean View at Grand Pacific Palisades by Hilton Grand Vacation Carlsbad California
If you stay here ask for an ocean view. It is so worth it to sit on your deck in the afternoon and watch a sunset. Or have early morning coffee and stare at the ocean. Located about 40 minutes north of San Diego California in the beach town of Carlsbad California sits the GrandContinue reading “Review of one bedroom Ocean View at Grand Pacific Palisades by Hilton Grand Vacation Carlsbad California”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 41… What happened to the Vistana / Marriott Merger?
Originally announced in May of 2018, The Marriott Vacation Club purchase of Vistana promised a vision of a high end and extensive network of quality timeshares. As an owner of both Vistana and Marriott Vacation Club, I was excited about the proposed merger. I even went so far as to upgrade my memberships in bothContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 41… What happened to the Vistana / Marriott Merger?”
Review of One Bedroom Plus at Grand Pacific Palisades by Hilton Grand Vacation in Carlsbad California
Located about 40 minutes north of San Diego California in the beach town of Carlsbad California sits the Grand Pacific Palisades by Hilton Grand Vacations. There are two good sized pools, a fitness center, a restaurant, several hot tubs, and much more to enjoy. There was a special pool for kids to play in andContinue reading “Review of One Bedroom Plus at Grand Pacific Palisades by Hilton Grand Vacation in Carlsbad California”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 40…. Buying trial packages is a good way to learn
I am a curious person and I enjoy learning more about the programs I am a part of or thinking of joining. In the case of timeshares, they offer trial packages. I have rented cars before to see if I like a car before buying that make and model. Doing a timeshare trial is aContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 40…. Buying trial packages is a good way to learn”
Review of the one Bedroom at Tuscany Village by Hilton Grand Vacations near Orlando Florida
Located near Orlando Florida sits the Tuscany Village by Hilton Grand Vacation. It has two huge pools plus many activities which makes it a wonderful place for a vacation. The one bedroom I was in can sleep 4 people and has a full kitchen. The full kitchen is also excellent for keeping family costs lowContinue reading “Review of the one Bedroom at Tuscany Village by Hilton Grand Vacations near Orlando Florida”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 39… Hilton Grand Vacations new program is almost here?
I am a glutton for punishment. I did a sales presentation for Diamond International and Hilton Grand Vacations in the same week. But I did it so I could report on the two systems and the impending new program of the combined organizations. I offered my opinions in this video about the timing of theContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 39… Hilton Grand Vacations new program is almost here?”
Review of the Liki Tiki One Bedroom By Diamond Resorts Near Orlando Florida
Located near Orlando Florida in Kissammee, Florida sits the Liki Tiki Resort by Diamond International. It has three different pools plus many activities which makes it a wonderful place for a family to vacation. The one bedroom I was in can sleep 4 people and has a full kitchen. The full kitchen is also excellentContinue reading “Review of the Liki Tiki One Bedroom By Diamond Resorts Near Orlando Florida”