Timeshare Exchange

Starting July 16, 2009, the Marriott Vacation Club timeshare program will change its timeshare points system by integrating Marriott Vacation Club properties into Marriott Rewards Categories.

The good news for Marriott timeshare owners is that as part of this change, their timeshare stays will now be eligible for Marriott’s Fifth Night Free program, which Marriott describes as follows, “Guests must reserve a stay for a minimum of 5 redemption nights at one hotel to receive the fifth night for free. The fifth night free will be automatically applied when guests reserve for a minimum 5-night redemption stay.”

Marriott Vacation Club Timeshare Assigned New Rankings

According to Marriott Vacation Club, the strategy behind the change involves assigning hotel category levels to the Marriott Vacation Club timeshare resorts. Most timeshare properties will be ranked as a category 5, 6, or 7, in the Marriott Rewards system. This means that a one-night stay will require 25,000 points; 30,000; or 35,000 points respectively, based upon a deluxe guestroom, and depending upon whether the resort is a category 5, 6, or 7 property.

Upgrading from a deluxe guestroom to a one-bedroom timeshare will require an additional 5,000 points per night; a two-bedroom timeshare will call for 10,000 more timeshare points; and a three-bedroom timeshare will be 15,000 more points per night, all above the base points requirement for that resort.

One simple way to look at this is that at a category 5 resort, the cost in points will be 210,000 points for 7 nights in a two-bedroom timeshare. That rate increases to 240,000 points for the same number of nights, and the same size timeshare unit at a category 6 resort, and 270,000 points at a category 7 resort. These numbers include the benefit of using your one free night that is available to you when booking five or more consecutive nights.

Receiving Your Marriott Rewards Credit for Marriott Timeshare Stays

Remember that in order for a Marriott Vacation Club International owner to ensure receiving Marriott Rewards credit for Marriott Vacation Club International nights, he or she should present his Marriott Rewards member ID at either the time of check-in or check-out. The option for Marriott timeshare owners to count timeshare nights towards qualifying for the next level of Marriott Rewards Elite status, went into effect last June 30 (2008) but still comes as a surprise to many Marriott timeshare owners.

The new timeshare points system applies to reservations booked on or after the July 16 effective date. If you have already scheduled to use your timeshare points after the effective date the timeshare rates at the time of booking will prevail.

You may wish to also visit Marriott Vacation Club Rewards FAQs, if you have additional questions.

One of the reasons people are attracted to timeshare vacations is that timeshare vacation planning is streamlined. Easy to plan, easy to enjoy, and especially easy if you are scheduling a South Dakota timeshare vacation.

That’s because, there is only one timeshare resort in South Dakota … Barefoot Resort Timeshare in the old gold mining town of Lead.

South Dakota Timeshare Resales and Timeshare Rentals

If you are hoping to capture the rustic feel of a western ranch, with plenty of modern comforts and amenities, then Barefoot Resort timeshare is perfect for you. Located in the southwestern corner of the state, not far from the Wyoming state line and the city of Cheyenne, Barefoot Resort offers quiet relaxation and excellent proximity to Terry Peak Ski resort.

Averaging 150 inches of snow annually, Barefoot Resort attracts skiers, snowmobilers, and winter sports enthusiasts. Summers mean hiking, horseback riding, and enjoying the outdoor pools, hot tubs, and saunas. You are also only a short drive from Mount Rushmore, Presidents Park, Deadwood, Crazy Horse, Wind Cave, Spearfish Canyon, Jewel Cave, Custer State Park, and Devils Tower.

Trading Places International recently has been awarded the Barefoot Resort timeshare management contract and will service all timeshare reservations, timeshare exchanges, and financial services of the resort. Perspective Magazine quotes Douglas L. Wilcox, vice president of Resort Management as saying. “This new vacation destination will be a wonderful addition to Trading Places’ growing mid-west family of resorts.”

There are 44 one, two, and three-bedroom timeshare units at Barefoot Resort timeshares. You can learn more about the opportunities in Barefoot Resort timeshare resales and timeshare rentals at Sell My Timeshare NOW.

Disney timeshare’s newest accommodations are open at the Disney Animal Kingdom in Orlando, Florida. The new Disney timeshare, the Kidani Village, is an extension of the timeshare lodging already available at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. The timeshare resort’s name comes from the Swahili word for “necklace” and references the physical layout of the resort.

Of the 340 timeshare units that are part of the resort, approximately 60 percent are now in use. The remaining Disney timeshare units (also called Disney Vacation Club) are scheduled to be available by the end of the summer. By converting the existing rooms within the Animal Kingdom Lodge to timeshares, (a project that is already completed) the property will feature nearly 350 timeshare units at build-out.

What to Expect in a Disney Timeshare at Kidani Village

Timeshare resort amenities include a restaurant that serves African cuisine infused with the flavors of India; a water-play area; and the Samawati Springs Pool that features a 128-foot water slide and two whirlpool spas. Other onsite facilities and services include: a pool bar, merchandise shop, room service, fitness center, arcade, community hall, tennis courts, and valet parking.

Timeshare units at Kidani Village Disney timeshare offer: studios; one-bedroom timeshares, two-bedroom lockoff timeshares; two-bedroom timeshare units; and two-story, three-bedroom grand villas. Occupancy ranges from four to twelve adults.

Disney Timeshare Better than Ever with Group RCI, Timeshare Exchange

Remember that Disney timeshare is now part of Group RCI, which gives Disney Vacation Club members access to non-Disney timeshare resorts through timeshare exchange at RCI, as well as allowing owners at other timeshare resorts to exchange their timeshare weeks or timeshare points for a Disney resort.

To learn more about timeshare exchange for Disney timeshare through Group RCI, visit The Timeshare Authority post: Disney Vacation Club Timeshare to Affiliate with Group RCI

And for a YouTube video tour of the new Disney Timeshare Kidani Village, click here:

Which ocean do you prefer? Atlantic or Pacific?

When you compare HOT 100 List timeshare resort number 25, Occidental Allegro Vacation Club, Grand Aruba and the Sands of Kahana Vacation Club timeshare, HOT 100 resort number 24, you may find it hard to choose, which beautiful island? Which sunny beach?

Aruba Timeshare at the Occidental Allegro Vacation Club Timeshare

The Occidental Allegro Vacation Club is a multi-destination timeshare with Grand Aruba being a favorite destination of many who are members of this popular vacation club. Recognized as the largest and fastest growing all-inclusive timeshare resort company in the world, the Occidental Allegro Vacation Club has more than 75 properties. Located around the world, you will find Occidental Allegro resorts in Morocco, Mexico, Spain, Portugal, the Dominican Republic, Antigua, France, Jamaica, Costa Rica, Tunisia, and of course, the beautiful resort in Aruba.

If you thought buying timeshare takes the hassle out of vacation planning, and lets you lock-in the price of a lifetime of vacations, imagine what buying timeshare at an all-inclusive resort does for the equation.

Here are some of the benefits of that are part of membership at Occidental Allegro Vacation Club Grand Aruba timeshare and included at no additional fee:

• Unlimited meals, even at their high-end restaurants. Your choice of 6 restaurants, 4 bars and a disco with bar.
• Unlimited snacks and beverages.
• Nightly entertainment.
• Freeform pools with whirlpools. Chaise lounges and towel service at the beach and at the pool.
• Two tennis courts, aqua aerobics, water polo, snorkeling and kayaking.
• Daily activities on the beach and at the pool.
• Kids club.
• And no hidden fees, VIP Check-in, and much, much more.

Hawaii Timeshare at the Sands of Kahana Vacation Club Timeshare

But if you prefer Polynesian charm, you may find yourself more attracted to the next timeshare resort on the HOT 100 List, the Sands of Kahana Vacation Club timeshare.

It starts with location, location, location, and this Hawaii timeshare just so happens to be situated between Kaanapali and Kapalua on the west coast of Maui. How much better can it get? The Sands of Kahana Vacation Club is considered to be the flagship resort of the Consolidated Resorts Properties.

Choose from one, two, and three-bedroom timeshare units, all with full kitchens and in-room washers and dryers. Enjoy the beach, swim in the pool, or soak in the hot tub. You can also enjoy the putting green, tennis courts, exercise room, luxurious spa, clubhouse, bar, lounge and restaurant.

Timeshare is All About Choices

You know, timeshare really is all about choices. You pick the way you like to vacation, you pick the locations you want to explore or revisit again and again, and best of all, as your lifestyle and interests change, timeshare exchange makes it possible to continue to enjoy vacations that are ‘just-right’ for you and your family or friends. Best of all, the opportunities of timeshare resales and timeshare rentals help make flexible, luxury vacations available at affordable prices.