Welcome to my new segment where I provide a beach bum view of different locations. These are overall things I enjoy about different locations. I am not intending to compete with sites that have lots of tourists reviews, but more of a personal view of what I enjoy. I try to be a laid backContinue reading “65+ Year Old Beach Bum – Episode 1 – Phoenix, Arizona”
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Timeshare Comparison guide among Hilton, Marriott, Worldmark, and Vistana
I have created a video that highlights the good parts of the four timeshares companies where I own timeshares points. These companies are Hilton Grand Vacation, Marriott Vacation Club, Worldmark, and Vistana. Each has their own positive points and in the video I do a deep dive on each one. At the end of theContinue reading “Timeshare Comparison guide among Hilton, Marriott, Worldmark, and Vistana”
65+ Year old Beach Bum Intro Video
This is the introduction to my travel video blog that I will be posting as I travel around the country. It is a companion to the other content of the Timeshare Traveler. However, instead of reviews, tips and tricks, etc…, this Video blog will be more about what I see on my trips. I wantContinue reading “65+ Year old Beach Bum Intro Video”
Timeshare beginner’s buyers guide – A 3 step plan
This video describes one of the best ways to buy into timeshares that is targeted to beginners although is also useful for experienced timeshare members… There are three key points; 1) Research 2) Trial 3) Buy You are making a large investment in a timeshare so following these three steps will improve your chances ofContinue reading “Timeshare beginner’s buyers guide – A 3 step plan”
Timesharing for Beginners – Fun not frustration
I put together a video that describes a 3 step process for getting a lot out of your timeshares. A lot of people get pressured into buying a timeshare and then feel frustrated forever. Often, this is because they don’t know how to use timeshare to do what the timeshare sales person said was possible.Continue reading “Timesharing for Beginners – Fun not frustration”
My Favorite Travel credit cards
Leveraging the use of travel credit cards can greatly enhance your travel experiences. I have created a video that list the credit cards I carry and why I carry them. I have created the list of credit cards in the order of the value I believe I get from them. I also include the costsContinue reading “My Favorite Travel credit cards”
Comparison of 5 Phoenix Timeshares
I have had the opportunity to stay at five major Timeshares in the Phoenix Arizona area and this is a comparison of those five timeshares. The Five Timeshares listed below with the links to their Video Reviews. I created a set of Criteria to rank the resorts that included, cost, room, Barbecue, pool, and whatContinue reading “Comparison of 5 Phoenix Timeshares”
Review of Marriott Canyon Villas Studio unit
I had a wonderful stay at the Marriott Canyon Villas. What a luxurious place to stay. One of the best things about staying at the Marriott Canyon Villas is you also have access to the JW Marriott hotel which is an easy walking distance from the Villas. Staying in the studio was great even thoughContinue reading “Review of Marriott Canyon Villas Studio unit”
Earn 29 free hotel nights a year every year
I know it sounds a bit hard to believe, but if you follow a few simple rules, you will be amazed at the number of free nights you can earn. This is in part because I am a timeshare owner and I earn a lot of points paying for my maintenance fees plus I getContinue reading “Earn 29 free hotel nights a year every year”
Review of the Westin Kierland Villas – One bedroom
The Westin Kierland Villas is located just outside of Phoenix, Arizona in Scottsdale. I loved my stay at the Westin Kierland Villas. One really great feature is that you have access to all of the pools (including the lazy river) of the exclusive Westin Kierland Resort and Spa across the street… This gives you theContinue reading “Review of the Westin Kierland Villas – One bedroom”