Every year I get a little better at using my timeshares. After almost 20 years owning timeshares and living in them for the last three years full time, I’ve learned a lot ways to maximize my Marriott ownership. And I would like to share them with you. In this video, I discuss how I manageContinue reading “Maximizing my Marriott Timeshare Ownership… Timeshare Traveler Episode 324”
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Desert Springs Villas One Bedroom By Marriott Vacation Club in Palm Desert Ca
As part of the Palm Springs Area, the Desert Springs Villas is located in the upscale town of Palm Desert California. And this resort doesn’t disappoint. There is wonderful pool, upscale rooms, and a restaurant by the pool. There are multiple pools at the Desert Springs VIllas. They are quite large and have areas forContinue reading “Desert Springs Villas One Bedroom By Marriott Vacation Club in Palm Desert Ca”
Owning a Deed vs. a Collection… Timeshare Traveler Episode 306
I have experience owning both Deeds and Collections. In some programs (like Worldmark), you can only buy Collections. But in Some (like Hilton and Marriott), there are owners who own Deeds and Collections. In this video, I will describe the difference and why Timeshare companies are moving to collections (It is best for them). InContinue reading “Owning a Deed vs. a Collection… Timeshare Traveler Episode 306”
Using A Timeshare Like A Second Home… Timeshare Traveler Episode 294
Since I live Full time in Timeshares, I should probably let you know that my real goal is to treat my timeshares like a second home. I eventually plan to have a small main home and a way to a rented second home to go to. So, in today’s blog I have positioned my purchaseContinue reading “Using A Timeshare Like A Second Home… Timeshare Traveler Episode 294”
Luxury I Never Expected… Timeshare Traveler Episode 293
I’ve come full circle on my Timeshare Journey. When I first bought a timeshare, I was excited to always have a wonderful stay instead of budget this abd budget that. Fast forward 20 years later and I have figured out how to stay full time in Timeshares in such a way to be able toContinue reading “Luxury I Never Expected… Timeshare Traveler Episode 293”
Do I regret Not Buying an RV instead of A Timeshare?… Timeshare Traveler Episode 292
In many ways I treat my Timeshare like an RV. I live full time in timeshares. I stay in a single location for multiple weeks. Or I travel around the world in Timeshares. Not a lot different than owning a RV (except traveling the world). Before I bought my timeshare, I thought about buying anContinue reading “Do I regret Not Buying an RV instead of A Timeshare?… Timeshare Traveler Episode 292”
HGVMax Announces BlueGreen Availability and More… Timeshare Traveler Episode 291
I received an email two days with some exciting news. In just a little over 30 days, Hilton Grand Vacations will be launching its first wave of BlueGreen rebranded locations and current members will be able to use their points to book at them. In addition, the booking window will increase from 6 months toContinue reading “HGVMax Announces BlueGreen Availability and More… Timeshare Traveler Episode 291”
Upgrade Existing Timeshare or Buy New Timeshare… Timeshare Traveler Episode 285
Let’s assume you love Your timeshare and you want to Buy More. One question you should ask yourself is do I want to add More to WHat I already Own or should I buy More Access by buying into Multiple timeshares. I done it for both reason so I thought I would Share my experiences.Continue reading “Upgrade Existing Timeshare or Buy New Timeshare… Timeshare Traveler Episode 285”
Avoid the Four Fibs of Timeshare Salespeople… Timeshare Traveler Episode 286
A “fib” is another word for “lie”. You should avoid these Lies. In this video, I share the most common lies and then discuss the real truth behind the lies. Most often a salesperson will spin the truth avoid telling you about something. Because Timeshares can be so complex, the salesperson often makes things seemContinue reading “Avoid the Four Fibs of Timeshare Salespeople… Timeshare Traveler Episode 286”
Difference Between Booking A Timeshare vs. A Hotel… Timeshare Traveler Episode 261
Most people when they first buy a timeshare assume it is “kind of like a hotel”. We soon find out that is is more a “car is Like and RV”. NOT!!! In this video, I break out what are the key difference between a Hotel and a Timeshare when booking them for use. Most ofContinue reading “Difference Between Booking A Timeshare vs. A Hotel… Timeshare Traveler Episode 261”