Timeshare Traveler Episode 47… The Marriott Vacation Club / Vistana Merger is happening

I am excited about the Merger of Marriott Vacation Club finally happening.  It has been a long four + years since the announcement.  The sales team is now showing “informal” updates to what the future merged program will look like.  Of course, there is a “last chance” to buy the benefits to Vistana points.  InContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 47… The Marriott Vacation Club / Vistana Merger is happening”

Timeshare Traveler Episode 46… Why I chose Timeshares over Airbnb

Both Timeshares and Airbnb can provide great vacations.  I have used both but have tended to focus more on Timeshares.  For me, making a purchase of a timeshare was making a commitment to taking a vacation.  I am very active in a lot of projects, so making a timeshare a project was my way ofContinue reading “Timeshare Traveler Episode 46… Why I chose Timeshares over Airbnb”

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”