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Owning a Lock-off Timeshare Unit

When a timeshare condominium has a middle door that can “lock” the unit in half, this is referred to as “lock-off.” There are many advantages to owning this type of unit, also known as a lockout. Because it can be divided into two separate sections, the owner has several options if they decide to rent…

Rent a Timeshare at the Sheraton Desert Oasis

The Sheraton Desert Oasis is just that – a tranquil oasis in the middle of the bustling desert that is Scottsdale, Arizona. Next door to Phoenix, Scottsdale is an up-scale tourist destination which the Sheraton Desert Oasis epitomizes. If you’re a budget traveler, just rent a timeshare at this resort (starting at the incredible low…

Rent a Timeshare at Sheraton Mountain Vista and Ski Colorado

Avon, Colorado, is a small town in the heart of big skiing. Spread along the shores of Eagle River high up in the Rockies, it is home to the world-famous Vail Resorts, which owns and runs the popular Avon ski areas of Beaver Creek and Vail, as well as the other popular Colorado ski resorts…

Timeshare Resorts Can Win Green Award from RCI

Resort Condominium International (RCI), one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of companies, recently launched their “RCI Going Green Award” for its affiliated timeshare resorts in the Pacific. Developed in conjunction with Dr. David Weaver, Professor of Tourism Research at Griffith University, RCI’s Going Green Award will focus specifically on timeshare resort operations. The program was…

Florida Attorney General Seeks Injunction for Timeshare Resale Fraud

It’s been reported by the American Resort Development Association (ARDA), that the Florida Attorney General’s Office moved to seek an emergency injunction against a West Palm Beach timeshare operation for resale fraud. Creative Vacation Solutions, a timeshare resale company located in West Palm Beach, Florida was charging nearly $2,500 in marketing fees to their clients,…

ARDA Timeshare Conference Comes to a Close with Keynote Speaker Dana Perino

Today was the final day of the American Resort Development Association (ARDA) Fall Conference in Washington DC. ARDA is the professional association that represents the timeshare vacation ownership and resort development industries. The general session breakfast honored ARDA Chairman League members and featured Keynote Speaker Dana Perino, Former White House Press Secretary. Ms. Perino brought…

ARDA Timeshare Conference Talks of Resales

We have Redweek.com representatives attending the American Resort Development Association Conference (ARDA) Conference taking place this week Nov 4 – 6 in Washington DC. ARDA is the professional association that represents the timeshare vacation ownership and resort development industries. Yesterday was the first day of the conference and there were many committee meetings, as well…

High Demand Timeshare Weeks

Every timeshare resort has what’s called “high demand weeks”. This is what is considered their peak season. If you are looking to buy a timeshare resale, you should consider a purchase during the high demand period. You will have more trading value for your week in the long run. Resorts determine their peak season based…