I wanted to create a video to help people start out their journey to owning timeshares in the most positive way. I’ve owned timeshares for over a decade and am an elite member with Hilton, Marriott, and Worldmark. I’ve and experienced a lot and want to share my approach to successfully owning a timeshare soContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 129… Weighing the Benefits and Risks of Timeshares”
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Timeshare Traveler Episode 128… RCI Exchange expands your choices
Another way to extend your points is with the use of RCI. With RCI you can deposit your points into RCI and they will have an additional two years to be used within the RCI network. Hilton Grand Vacations and Worldmark / Wyndham come with RCI connections when purchased from the developer. In this Video,Continue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 128… RCI Exchange expands your choices”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 127… Which Hawaiian Island to Choose?
After spending six months in Hawaii on Five Different Islands over the last year, I thought I would share my thoughts on how you could choose which Hawaiian island would be best for you. I tried to keep my biases out of the choices as best I could. The truth is that there is reallyContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 127… Which Hawaiian Island to Choose?”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 124… Timeshare Ownership Creates Adventurer?
I am a lucky person. I have been on many adventures as a result of my timeshare ownership… In fact, the more I learn the more I can adventure. I could have chosen an RV and be an adventurer. And for some of you who watch the video, that would be a good choice. ButContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 124… Timeshare Ownership Creates Adventurer?”
One Bedroom HGVC Grand Waikikian Review in Waikiki Oahu Hawaii
If you love the tropics of Hawaii and you also like a larger city with more choices of activities, then the Grand Waikikian by Hilton Grand Vacations is for you. Lots of shopping and night life to enjoy. Available destination like the Arizona Memorial. And you still have the nice tropical weather and beaches ofContinue reading “One Bedroom HGVC Grand Waikikian Review in Waikiki Oahu Hawaii”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 123… Quickest Way to Get ROI on a Timeshare
I’ve always tracked my Return on Investment in Timeshares. Over the years I’ve gotten better at it as I have learned how to purchase more effectively. In this video, I show how you can calculate your ROI and also some general rules. Like lowest maintenance on deeds in Las Vegas, but using your Points inContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 123… Quickest Way to Get ROI on a Timeshare”
Studio Scottsdale Villa Mirage Hilton Vacation Club Review in Scottsdale Arizona
Located in Scottsdale Arizona (near Phoenix) is the Villa Mirage Hilton Vacation Club (Formerly Diamond Resorts). Booked the hotel using HGVC points. There are multiple pool areas… The main pool area, the kids pool area (next to the main pool), and a Serenity hot tub area (adults only) in the courtyard of the property. LotsContinue reading “Studio Scottsdale Villa Mirage Hilton Vacation Club Review in Scottsdale Arizona”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 121… Timeshare 2022 in Review
After finally getting back to business after the Covid crisis began to subside, there were significant upgrades and changes in the timeshare industry that happened in 2022 that will grow and evolve in 2023. In this Video, I wanted to discuss those changes and the impacts going forward. The biggest changes all seemed to beContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 121… Timeshare 2022 in Review”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 120… Timeshare Challenge to AirBnb?
Timeshare companies are just beginning to respond to AirBnb / VRBO type companies. They are still behind, but they are making efforts. My favorite comparison is to compare Netflix to Amazon / Apple Movies. Netflix is only movies, where Apple and Amazon have Movies and Much more. Timeshares have cruises, events, houses, etc… Whereas AirBnBContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 120… Timeshare Challenge to AirBnb?”
Timeshare Traveler Episode 118… How I Earned 132 Free Nights in 2022
This video is my annual look back at last year and how many free hotel nights I earned by attending presentations, using my credit cards for every day purchases, and paying maintenance fees with credit cards, etc… This year (2022) was made special because I was living full time in timeshares or hotels. I alsoContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 118… How I Earned 132 Free Nights in 2022”