I was in Las Vegas in December of 2024 and decided to do an owner update. I was hoping to learn more about the integration of Vistana and Marriott and if there was any new options. It turns out that there is a push for Marriott to buy back the Vistana points and Merge themContinue reading “Marriott Owner Update December 2024… Timeshare Traveler Episode 252”
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What Happens in Vegas Stays in Vegas… Timeshare Traveler Episode 250
What Happens in Vegas Stays in Vegas… Timeshare Traveler Episode 250 I leave later this week for a trip to Las Vegas with my son. It should be a lot of fun. It will be even more fun because I am taking advantage of some marketing programs which has resulted in a free concert andContinue reading “What Happens in Vegas Stays in Vegas… Timeshare Traveler Episode 250”
Price Comparison of Owner vs Renter… Timeshare Traveler Episode 249
I wanted to show the difference of what a person who owns a timeshare pays based on the maintenance fees vs. what it would cost to rent it. The purpose of this comparison was to provide people with the understanding of the savings you have as a timeshare owner. This savings is how you offsetContinue reading “Price Comparison of Owner vs Renter… Timeshare Traveler Episode 249”
OMG Stayed at a Regular Hotel… Timeshare Traveler Episode 247
I’ve gotten so used to staying in timeshares and enjoying the extra space, I was curious how it would feel staying in a hotel again. And not a hotel with a kitchen which I call timeshare lite. Just a regular hotel room. I realized I had gotten spoiled. The similarities of the bedroom and theContinue reading “OMG Stayed at a Regular Hotel… Timeshare Traveler Episode 247”
Secrets to Booking good deals… Timeshare Traveler Episode 246
I’ve gotten good at saving keeping my costs lower because I don’t want to buy more unless I have to buy more. I thought I would share some of the ways I save money. The bottom line is that I work hard to find ways to save vs. just buying more. I guess I likeContinue reading “Secrets to Booking good deals… Timeshare Traveler Episode 246”
Future Expected to Be Good for Timeshares… Timeshare Traveler Episode 243
I’ve been paying my maintenance for the year, so it has been my annual review of the timeshare industry. What I read about was very interesting in that most of the people writing about it say that the industry is ready for Growth. In this video, I will summarize what I have been reading andContinue reading “Future Expected to Be Good for Timeshares… Timeshare Traveler Episode 243”
Work From Home Benefits Timeshares… Timeshare Traveler Episode 242
Work From Home Benefits Timeshares… Timeshare Traveler Episode 242 The Vacancies US wide for Office Space remains high (nearly 20%) across the US. This means that more Americans are available for remote work. And why not given that the cost of office space is a large cost to businesses and saving that money by havingContinue reading “Work From Home Benefits Timeshares… Timeshare Traveler Episode 242”
Thanksgiving in a timeshare?… Timeshare Traveler Episode 241
I like convenience and I hate cleaning up. So, here is an idea for you. How about a Thanksgiving event at a timeshare. It is a Neutral place that is delivered clean, and you don’t have to clean up to get ready. Lots of activities at the timeshare that I don’t have at my houseContinue reading “Thanksgiving in a timeshare?… Timeshare Traveler Episode 241”
Timeshare Perks Go Beyond Timeshares… Timeshare Traveler Episode 239
Being a timeshare owner makes you a better traveler because gain experience booking timeshares that can carry over into all of you travel. The skills you learn as a timeshare work in areas like hotels (the example here) or cruises. In addition, being a timeshare owner often gives you status at a hotel chain associatedContinue reading “Timeshare Perks Go Beyond Timeshares… Timeshare Traveler Episode 239”
Why Don’t Timeshares Appreciate?… Timeshare Traveler Episode 237
Why do Condo’s appreciate and Timeshares do not. The bottom line is there is a supply / demand issue on resale contracts. There is a huge supply, so the resale value is low. This is true even with the fact that the usage of a timeshare can often be better than a condo as aContinue reading “Why Don’t Timeshares Appreciate?… Timeshare Traveler Episode 237”