Timeshare traveler episode 45… Staying in Timeshares with Hotel Points

The reason I created this video was to provide people with an idea on how you can learn if you might like to be an owner of a timeshare.  The best way is to stay in one.  And by using your hotel points, you won’t have to get involved with the timeshare marketing groups.  TimeshareContinue reading “Timeshare traveler episode 45… Staying in Timeshares with Hotel Points”

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?”

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”

Timeshare Traveler Episode 33 How I earned 71 free hotel nights in one year

In this video, I reviewed my overly obsessive approach to figure out how to earn 71 free hotel nights in a single year.  My goal is offer you several ideas for how you can leverage what you are doing to earn free hotel nights by doing what you are doing anyway.    I look forwardContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 33 How I earned 71 free hotel nights in one year”

Review of a Parlor room at Marriott Kauai Beach Club in Lihue Kauai Hawaii

Located in the Lihue area on the island Kauai in the state of Hawaii (10 minutes away from the Lihue airport) is where you will find the amazing Marriott Kauai Beach Club as part of the Marriott Vacation Club timeshare. The property is extensive and feature a huge main pool. Across from the pool areaContinue reading “Review of a Parlor room at Marriott Kauai Beach Club in Lihue Kauai Hawaii”

Review of One Bedroom at Marriott Kauai Beach Club in Lihue Kauai Hawaii

Located in the Lihue area on the island Kauai in the state of Hawaii (10 minutes away from the Lihue airport) is where you will find the amazing Marriott Kauai Beach Club as part of the Marriott Vacation Club timeshare. The property is extensive and feature a huge main pool. Across from the pool areaContinue reading “Review of One Bedroom at Marriott Kauai Beach Club in Lihue Kauai Hawaii”

Review of the Marriott Vacation Club Willow Ridge Lodge one Bedroom in Branson, Mo.

The Marriott Vacation Club Willow Ridge Lodge is a wonderful family destination. They have swimming pools for all ages. From the nice kid pool to the large pool for family there is plenty to do at this resort. The views from the upper floors can lookout onto the surrounding countryside or overlook the pool. TheyContinue reading “Review of the Marriott Vacation Club Willow Ridge Lodge one Bedroom in Branson, Mo.”

Review of the Marriott Waikoloa Ocean Club one Bedroom on the big island of Hawaii

If you are looking for a beach front timeshare with great swimming pools on the big Island of Hawaii, then the Marriott Waikoloa Ocean Club is your place. You can go snorkeling in the ocean, or walk along the beach. Enjoy wonderful sunsets, even if your room doesn’t have an ocean view. My room wasContinue reading “Review of the Marriott Waikoloa Ocean Club one Bedroom on the big island of Hawaii”

65+ year old beach bum preps for one year of travel

Choosing to travel for a year is an exciting and daunting task. Lots of key things to think about. Here are my top issues; Downsizing – get to a minimal amount of things so you can store what you don’t need Either rent out your house or find someone to house sit or stop rentingContinue reading “65+ year old beach bum preps for one year of travel”

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”