It seems that the timeshare world is surrounded by negativity. Recently, USA Today did an extensive article that pretty much dumped on timesharing. A financial “guru” that writes a column that runs in our local newspaper has also warned of the dangers of timesharing. Even some of our close friends question the wisdom of our timeshare purchases based on what they have heard, rather than their own actual experience. The following cartoon, courtesy of GoComics, says it all:
The Flying McCoys by Glenn and Gary McCoy
When we talk to people that we meet while timesharing, this negativity does not seem to be present. Yes, there is sometimes frustration and confusion surrounding the usage of their timeshares, but overall they are happy with the vacations that owning timeshares provides. So, we decided to accentuate the positive aspects of timesharing in this post. Here are 21 reasons why we like timesharing:
1. Timeshares allow you the flexibility to travel all over the world.
2. Timeshares force you to take vacations yearly.
3. Timesharing is cheaper per night compared to most motels.
4. Timeshares provide deluxe accommodations. Staying in a timeshare unit is like a home away from home.
5. Timeshares provide plenty of room so that you can invite family and friends. Most timeshares sleep at least 4. Some can sleep as many as 12, depending on the size of the unit.
6. Timeshares are good for your health. See our previous post—–
7. Timeshares have cooking facilities so that you can save money by not eating out as often.
8. Timeshares allow you weekly stays which give you more time to explore an area.
9. Timeshares allow you partial week stays if that is your desire.
10. Some timeshares allow you nightly stays. This comes in handy if you are traveling or need a “tweener.” A tweener is a night in between—for example, if your timeshare accommodation ends on a Friday and your next timeshare week doesn’t begin until Saturday.
11. Timeshare resorts generally have more amenities than motels. Most have pools, hot tubs, playgrounds and exercise rooms. Some have basketball and tennis courts, mini-golf, etc.
12. Most timeshare resorts employ an Activities Director, who organizes games, crafts and social opportunities for kids, teens and adults.
13. Because of all the social opportunities and activities, it is easier to meet people at a timeshare resort. This allows for sharing travel experiences and information about the area.
14. Timesharing allows you to plan ahead. (Not everyone would see that as a positive thing, but it works for us!)
15. Owning a timeshare is much easier than owning a vacation home. Someone else has to do all the maintenance work, yard work and upkeep.
16. Timesharing allows you to vacation in numerous, different locations, rather than returning to the same vacation home again and again.
17. If you buy resale, timesharing is a lower cost investment than buying a second home.
18. Timesharing wins over RVs—see our post —
19. Most timeshare resorts offer informative talks about the area—what to see and do. They often provide discounts to area attractions.
20. Most timeshares consist of deeded property that can be passed down to family or friends.
21. Timeshare resorts lend themselves to special events like birthday celebrations, reunions, etc. They provide a comfortable, home-like and fun atmosphere for extended family or friends.
As you can see, we are positive about timesharing, and hope that you are, too. These are just some of the reasons that we love traveling this way—probably you can come up with others that we haven’t mentioned. What do ‘ya say? Should we design a bumper sticker that says “HONK IF YOU LOVE TIMESHARING!!?
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There is a critical shortage of informative arltiecs like this.