Timeshare purchase methods have changed in the last 10 years. Whereas before, the only way to buy a timeshare was directly from the resort developer, there is now a timeshare resale marketplace to consider when getting ready to purchase a timeshare for your annual vacation needs. And, with information being available so readily on the…
This summer Marriott Vacation Club announced the final phase opening of Marriott’s OceanWatch Villas at Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Located in the exclusive Grande Dunes master-planned community, amidst stately southern homes and along the blue Atlantic Ocean with miles of pristine beaches, this extraordinary resort is “the perfect blend of luxurious accommodations.” The…
Marriott Vacation Club just launched its new “Destinations” timeshare points program in North America and the Caribbean. Marriott states that the new program offers greater flexibility, further personalization and more experience opportunities for timeshare owners through the use of the Vacation Club Points system. “After a quarter century of providing unforgettable vacations, we are excited…
In April, 2010, Marriott International saw its stock prices begin their long-awaited recovery. Marriott shares shot up over 5 percent on the New York Stock Exchange, the largest percentage jump of any stock since January. The stock prices of most companies all over the world tumbled during the global financial crisis, with the travel and…
Aspen is the darling of all of Colorado’s ski resort towns. Founded in 1879 as a silver mining camp, during its peak years in the early 1890s it was the most productive silver mining district in the United States. Today it is an upscale tourist center and a popular destination for celebrities. It’s a popular…
The Marriott Vacation Club is excited to announce that is has just opened its 50th resort, Marriott’s Oceana Palms – The Palm Beaches, located on Singer Island in Riviera Beach, Florida. Perfectly situated on the tip of Florida’s “Gold Coast,” this location has beautiful white beaches and horizons filled with graceful sails and stunning sunrises….
Whether you are new to timeshares and considering a timeshare resale, or you are already an owner, these are the top 5 reasons to love a timeshare: ChoicesTimeshare ownership gives you choices. Through timeshare exchange, you can change your destination, resort, unit size and even the time of the year in which you travel, and…
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…
Hilton Hotels Corporation has changed its name to Hilton Worldwide, and with the name comes a new corporate image and logo. In an effort to reflect Hilton’s heritage, quality, and commitment to excellence in service, their goal is to also show how the company reaches people on a global level and this change represents how…
If you are new to timeshare rental or ownership, you may not be aware that your favorite hotel chain may also offer timeshare rentals. If you enjoy staying at Marriott, Hyatt, Wyndham or Hilton and you are a member of RedWeek.com, you can rent a timeshare at one of these resorts listed by timeshare owners…