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TimeSharing Today magazine explores timeshare points programs pros and cons

A special feature published in TimeSharing Today’s January/February 2022 printed edition Points programs dominate the vacation-ownership marketplace and have been adopted by all major timeshare developers. Points pioneer Jim Marmorstone recalls the concept’s early history from its origins in the 1970s to its growing acceptance in the 1990s. Today, points programs encompass over half of […]

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TIMESHARE BOARDMANSHIP: Should boards Zoom?

By Lynne M. Kweder Q. The pandemic has forced us to hold our last several board meetings electronically. The management company has been hosting computer meetings using a software program which enables them to put our board materials up on our computer screens. We can hear but cannot see our management, nor can we see […]

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Consolidation fever

By George Leposky The first quarter of 2021 saw major shifts in the lineup of corporate timeshare companies:  • Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) announced the purchase of Diamond Resorts International. • Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corp. agreed to acquire Welk Resorts. • Wyndham Destinations announced the acquisition of the popular travel brand Travel + Leisure from […]

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News release from the Culinary Union

Culinary Union files a lawsuit against major Las Vegas Strip casino companies in order to protect workers from the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace Las Vegas, NV – Culinary Union filed a lawsuit Monday, June 29th, 2020 on behalf of Culinary Union members who work in casinos on the Las Vegas Strip in order to […]

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Reported declines in international travel to the U.S.

Does this impact on timeshare rentals and exchanges? By Evan Wechman The shooting this past August in El Paso, TX, and Dayton, Ohio left many Americans in a state of fear.  The perception of U.S. gun violence abroad maybe hurting the travel industry, as well.  According to most data, there has been a sharp decline […]

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2019’s Best Cities for Vegetarians & Vegans – WalletHub Study

With Oct. 1 being World Vegetarian Day and Nov. 1 being World Vegan Day and research showing that skipping meat can save the average person at least $750 per year, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on 2019’s Best Cities for Vegans & Vegetarians as well as accompanying videos. To determine the best […]

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Opportunity Knocks! Receive an Amazon Gift Card!

A message from: Shep Altshuler Publisher TimeSharing Today We launched the SuiteVacations website as the place to find great new travel destinations, and for selecting condo-style resorts once you get there. Whether you’re looking for an amazing outdoor adventure, a romantic escape, taking a business or family trip, or just a relaxing getaway, for every […]

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Concerns Over Timeshare Project Aired

Renourishment of beach, bone fragments, springs among issues KIHEI — A beach renourishment project and the discovery of bone fragments and natural springs on and around the old Maui Lu property are some of the concerns Native Hawaiians and community members are raising about the Hilton Grand Vacations timeshare project on the old resort site […]

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Wyndham Destinations to Add 140 Jobs as Part of Orlando Expansion

Company to double size of South Orlando call center operations ORLANDO, Fla. (Aug. 21, 2019) – Wyndham Destinations, the world’s largest vacation ownership and exchange company, announced today it would add 140 jobs to its South Orlando call center operations as part of an expansion to support the ongoing growth of its vacation club business. […]

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Diamond Resorts Obtains Preliminary Injunction To Protect Customers from Third Party Companies Preying on Timeshare Owners

Missouri-Based Companies Sued for Preying on Timeshare Owners Through False Advertising LAS VEGAS, /PRNewswire/ — Diamond Resorts®, a global leader in the hospitality, vacation ownership and entertainment industries, announces it has succeeded in obtaining a preliminary injunction against several third party companies based in Missouri. Diamond’s lawsuit against Exchange Points, PR Rewards, VMG Resorts, Kyle Brown and Vacation Management is the latest in […]

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