This was a super short walk… At less than 1 mile (or 1.5 mile roundtrip), the walk thru the conservation area was a simple walk along a fence. The vegetation is kept natural so it was good to learn about the natural California coast in this area an hour south of Los Angeles. There wereContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 20 Dana Point Headlands Conservation area hike”
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Review of the Waldorf Astoria in Dana Point California
Located in Dana Point about 1 hour south of Los Angeles, luxurious Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach resort. It is part of the Hilton Hotel chain. The resort and golf course are located right near the beach and you can walk down to the beach from the hotel (or take a tram). I stayed in aContinue reading “Review of the Waldorf Astoria in Dana Point California”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 19 Pismo Beach ocean walk
This was a super fun walk… At over 2 miles, the walk went along the ocean from start to end. The beginning of the walk was along a walkway at the edge of the beach…. Then a short walk up to get a “sticky bun” and return to the beach… Then follow the beach toContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 19 Pismo Beach ocean walk”
Review of the Worldmark Pismo Beach One Bedroom
Located in Pismo Beach about 3 hours north of Los Angeles, is a small Worldmark timeshare. It is located just behind a hotel and about 100 yards from the beach. The one bedroom unit has a full kitchen and built in laundry. There is a grill on the premise, so there is everything you need.Continue reading “Review of the Worldmark Pismo Beach One Bedroom”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 18 – Hike near Pagosa Springs Colorado
This was a six mile hike that I found on the visitpagosasprings.com website. I was staying at the Club Wyndham Pagosa Springs (review here) To get to it from Pagosa Springs you had to drive about 9 miles on a dirt road. Once there you walked for 3 miles in and then three miles out.Continue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 18 – Hike near Pagosa Springs Colorado”
Review of Club Wyndham Pagosa Springs One Bedroom
This is a small bedroom room in Pagosa Springs. The room in a little small but perfect for a stay where you are outdoors hiking during the day. I didn’t use the grills as they are all charcoal and I prefer Gas grills. The kitchen had a small stove, four burner stove top and allContinue reading “Review of Club Wyndham Pagosa Springs One Bedroom”
Hilton Grand Vacations purchase of Diamond International – What does it mean?
Hilton Grand Vacations closed the sale on August 2nd, 2021 for the purchase of Diamond International. There are now now 154 properties under Hilton grand Vacations management. In their letter to owners, Hilton said they are committed to ensuring a smooth and seamless transition to a combined business. Integrating Hilton Grand Vacations and Diamond ResortsContinue reading “Hilton Grand Vacations purchase of Diamond International – What does it mean?”
Vistana (Westin and Sheraton) timeshare lite – Pay Less and Vacation More
This post continues my series of how to pay less and vacation more, but this time with owners of Vistana timeshares. I believe that success in timeshares involved maximizing usage for the least amount of money. Vistana (Westin and Sheraton) timeshare lite – Pay Less and Vacation More. Have the ability to vacation one weekContinue reading “Vistana (Westin and Sheraton) timeshare lite – Pay Less and Vacation More”
How to compare timeshare costs vs. hotels (Hilton Grand Vacations and Worldmark examples)
Have you ever wanted to compare the nightly cost of staying in a timeshare vs. the hotels in a similar location? Well, I always look at my weekly / daily costs of each vacation I take and I compare it to costs of other locations. In this video, I compare staying in a timeshare vs.Continue reading “How to compare timeshare costs vs. hotels (Hilton Grand Vacations and Worldmark examples)”
Review of the Worldmark Branson two Bedroom in Branson, Mo
The Worldmark Branson is close to many of the attractions in Branson, Missouri. The timeshare has a nice Swimming pool with a basic fitness center. The units were good size two bedroom with full amenities. We had a good view of some nice trees next to the golf course. I was on the 3rd floorContinue reading “Review of the Worldmark Branson two Bedroom in Branson, Mo”