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May is National Pet Month – Plan a Pet-Friendly Timeshare Vacation

Hooray for the furry critters we all know and love! National Pet Month “celebrates the benefits of pet ownership and supports pet adoption.” This month is the official time to “celebrate the joy your pet brings to your household.” For those of you who have pets and love them as the family members they are,…

Timeshare Travel #TravelTuesday Photo – Springtime Green

Stadtwald Forest near Cologne, Germany, submitted by M. Vikuari, Boston, MA. “We had the forest to ourselves on our hike, and it was truly enchanting.” The StadtwaldForest was first planted in 1895, on the premises of the former Kitschburg manor. It was later extended by several parks. “Now boasting three artificial lakes, the Stadtwald Forest…

For the Graduate – 3 Top Exciting Timeshare Vacations in Europe

‘Tis the season – Graduations are in full swing across the country. If you are looking for the perfect graduation gift – think out of the wrapped box, and consider the gift of travel with a budget-friendly timeshare rental. And to make it even more special, send your grad (and friends) to one of these…

How to Infuse Your Travel Photography with Emotion – Part 1

Award-winning travel photographer Andrea Johnson offers tips on how to make sure that the pictures you take on your timeshare vacation are infused with the emotion of the moment. Known for her storytelling abilities using photos, in Part 1 Andrea discusses lighting, setting, and engagement. I’ve been working as a professional photojournalist for over a decade…

Marriott Vacation Club’s New Golf School

Just in time for your summer timeshare vacation, Marriott Vacation Club has introduced the new Marriott Golf Academy℠, with locations at Marriott’s Grande Vista resort in Orlando, FL, and Marriott’s Shadow Ridge resort in Palm Desert, CA. Formerly the Faldo Golf Institute, the new Marriott Golf Academy℠ debuted on May 1, 2013. Marriott Golf Academy℠…

Timeshare Travel #TravelTuesday Photo – You Need to take the Ferry

Port Angeles Ferry from Washington to Victoria, BC, Canada, taken from Vancouver Island by George G., California. The beautiful snow-capped Olympic Mountain range is in the background. Vancouver Island, the second largest Pacific island after New Zealand, is home to the world famous Butchart Gardens, Pacific Rim National Park, and the Parliament buildings of the city of…

Renting a Condo at Disney World – Which to Choose??

Planning a Disney World vacation in the near future? There are so many options for places to stay, where do you start? If there are more than two of you traveling, you want to stay for 5 – 7 days, and would rather save money than have daily housekeeping, there are several condo-style accommodation options…

Mother’s Day – A Timeshare Vacation of Beauty

Every woman loves things that are pretty, and your mother is no different. Let her indulge her beauty-appreciation side by sending her on a timeshare rental vacation to Washington, D.C. The Nation’s Capital offers many things to see that are lovely and enchanting, including: 1. Gowns.What woman (even a mom) doesn’t dream of dressing up…

Timeshare Travel – The Smart Guide to Traveling With Pets Abroad

If you’re a pet owner who is preparing to embark on a timeshare vacation out of the country with your furry-friend close by, preparation is key. Follow our pet-travel guide and begin to prepare systematically at least two months before traveling with your pet. 1. Paperwork. First things first: collect all the necessary paperwork related…