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European Timeshare Directive Protects Owners and Resale May 24, 2008

Posted by Bryan Connelly in : ARDA, Customer Comments, General, Marriott Timeshares, New Features, News & Events, RCI, Timeshare Rental, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource, Travel, Uncategorized, Westgate Timeshares, Wyndham Timeshares , add a comment

The European Commission has been responsible for keeping order throughout the vast collection of countries that comprise the European Union (EU) since 2001. On the afternoon of June 7th, 2007 they discussed and adopted the most recent proposal for a timeshare directive. Currently the intent of the Commission is to revamp the outdated directive and to enhance consumer protection. The new regulations will extend current rules to include newer products which have emerged outside of the realm of established legislation.

For almost ten years BuyATimeshare.com has been offering timeshares in sought-after European destinations, for sale by owner, and priced to sell. With such a large repertoire of vacation properties throughout France, Italy, Spain, Portugal and the United Kingdom, this new timeshare directive will enforce ethical business practices, protecting owners, buyers, as well as resort developers.

Different countries carry with them different interpretations of law, the new regulations will ensure that consumers are equally well protected across the EU and will create a level playing field for timeshare and other holiday-related products. The current, 1994 European Timeshare Directive was adopted across all member states. This decree granted consumers the right to receive the correct information before the signing of a contract, and there must be a “cooling-off” period of at least 10 days during which they can back out from the contract without a reason. The Directive also stipulates a ban on advance payments throughout the “cooling-off” period.

Timeshare-like products have developed since the establishment of the 1994 timeshare directive. Products like timeshare resale and exchange companies have evolved outside of the directive, as well as timeshare canal boats, cruise-ships and caravans, contracts for less than 3years. Some of these new products that are related to timeshare have led to unscrupulous resale tactics. Some unethical businesses have taken advantage of their spot outside of European laws, causing a myriad of problems amongst consumers and to honest traders.

Recognizing the problems that 1.5milion European families were facing, the proposal aims to close these regulatory gaps, by replacing the timeshare directive with a set of simplified rules which are clear and modern. Timeshare—since the 1970s has won millions of takers worldwide, who see the benefits to this cost effective alternative to renting hotels or a second residence. Data from the Organization for Timeshare in Europe (OTE)—illustrates that 1.4million holiday centers in 25 European countries, 1.4million families using timeshare and 200,000 Europeans employed, totaling a market of 2.3billion Euros per year.

This thriving industry is protecting the honest businesses like BuyATimeshare.com, who have been providing the utmost in professional services for 10years. Other companies in the timeshare resale industry have been swindling people across the globe. The European Commission is taking action with a new proposal that aims to enhance consumers’ confidence and legal clarity, and EU-wide regulations which are essential to the growth of this thriving marketplace.

Dubai Timeshares, Inevitably Resale May 21, 2008

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For the past few years Dubai has been known as the next generation for the timeshare industry. The hospitality business has pined over the immense potential United Arab Emirates (UAE) has to offer. Lately it seems every sheikh and CEO has been combining forces to turn Dubai into a new Florida—the timeshare capitol of the world.

With the timeshare market likely to hit the 1billion dollar mark by 2010, global leaders like RCI, Wyndham, and Marriott are quite literally paving the way for resorts like Starwood and Hilton to add hundreds of hotel resorts to this booming Middle Eastern metropolis. Dubai is a relative a newcomer to the vacation property industry. BuyATimeshare.com is sure to offer these top brand timeshares in the UAE in the near future—for sale by owner, and priced to sell like they always are.

With the recent establishment of local timeshare laws, Dubai is now equipped with the legislation necessary to provide a healthy environment for the timeshare concept to grow. These new regulations were put in effect to protect developers and consumers, as well as providing a significant economic contribution to the marketplace.

Since 2007, RCI, one of the Wyndham Worldwide family of brands, has affiliated itself with numerous companies in the Dubai area. Al-Ghaith Holdings and their newest contribution to the UAE, the Bavaria Executive Suites, is an up-and-coming vacation club that will offer RCI’s exchange program for over 2000units throughout this massive timeshare palace.

Marriott Vacation Club is one of the more renowned names to establish itself in this new marketplace. Teamed up with Al-Futtain, Dubai’s Festival City will be the first Marriott timeshare in the Middle East, offering the latest in luxury and location. Projects continue to sprout up all over Dubai, like the Nassima Tower, the newest property to be affiliated with RCI. This ongoing trend does not seem to be slowing, with companies like Starwood Hotel & Resort and on their way to doubling their portfolio, we are certain to hear more from the UAE and timeshare resale.

At BuyATimeshare.com, the industry leader in timeshare resales, we make it easy to rent, buy, or sell a timeshare. With RCI exchange power, many of the timeshare packages will help you gain access to Dubai timeshares, the newest in luxury vacationing. Since many of these Middle Eastern timeshare resorts have yet to welcoming guests, they are not available on the resale market. However, once people have bought into these units, they will inevitably find their way to resale, where they will be advertised on BuyATimeshare.com, and like every other property, they will be priced thousands of dollars less than originally sold.

Timeshare Gain Popularity Among Former Vacation Homeowners May 16, 2008

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A trend is forming in the timeshare market. Over the recent months more and more buyers have been people who have previously owned vacation homes. In today’s economic upheaval, fractional ownership and timesharing are starting to look less like a scam, and more like a reasonable, economically sound alternative to owning a separate vacation home.

The unparalleled benefits of timeshare ownership are even better when you can save thousands of dollars when buying. The timeshare resale market found on BuyATimeshare.com has hundreds of properties, for-sale-by-owner, with prices that are well below what a resort’s salespeople will attempt to sell them for.

For awhile, the timeshare resale market was a well-kept secret in hospitality industry, known only by brokers and seasoned timeshare owners. Resorts do not want their vacations peddled for thousands of dollars less, when they can sell the same package for $40,000.00.

Recently people have begun selling their multi-million dollar vacation homes, taking up timeshare ownership. After considering the maintenance costs and property tax for such little annual usage—owning that second piece of property does not make financial sense. Now, instead of paying maintenance fees that cover cleaning services, taxes, insurance, future furniture replacement, costs to maintain the resort, plus operational costs for management and personnel.

These annual maintenance fees are quite small in comparison to a mortgage, insurance and home maintenance costs. With no mortgage, your money is not tied up in one huge investment. A recent trend in our timeshare resale show that many former vacation homeowners now own multiple weeks—especially after seeing the many benefits, luxuries, and affordability of timeshare ownership.

To make ends meet, vacation home owners will often rent their second home out. This becomes a burden to the owner who is responsible for any maintenance issues, all repair, and scheduling tenants, guests and family, until, vacationing becomes more work than it is worth. That same owner can simply check out of a timeshare, with no concerns about the property, finally, vacationing becomes enjoyable.

With today’s huge exchange companies like RCI, II, and TPI, patrons can swap one or more weeks for a stay at thousands of luxury resorts for a variety of vacation experiences. Many of these ex-vacation homeowners have opted for these multiple destination packages—not affixed to a specific resort headquarters. These options have the most to offer those who vacation often and appreciate a change of scenery.

At BuyATimeshare.com there are hundreds of multi-destination packages, priced to sell by motivated owners. These timeshares are your best option of saving thousands of dollars on you next vacation—reaping the benefits of fractional ownership, without owning, renting, maintaining, or worrying about a second home. Finally enjoy your next vacation.

West 57th Street by Hilton Club Makes Timeshare History in NYC May 12, 2008

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A celebration marked the final stages of a long development process for an up-and-coming timeshare project in Manhattan, New York. Hilton Hotel Corporation is beginning an historic endeavor in the hospitality industry. West 57th Street by Hilton Club, located in midtown Manhattan amongst the prestigious neighborhood of Seventh Avenue and the Avenue of the Americas, is the first ground-up, purpose-built, shared ownership property ever developed in New York City.

BuyATimeshare.com has the only way to gain access to a property that has an average price of $58,000 per week or over $100,000 per week in a penthouse, including a membership in the world-renowned Hilton Grand Vacation Club. There are hundreds of HGVC owners selling their points on BuyATimehsare.com for thousands of dollars less than Hilton would. This is advantageous to buyers, who eventually want to stay at West 57th Street by Hilton Club, though do not want to spend brand-new resort prices.

The resort is scheduled to open during the second quarter of 2009. On May 6th 2008 celebrating the now 28-story foundation was a ceremony and the final bucket of concrete hoisted and poured, bringing this unique superstructure one step closer to becoming a reality. The construction and project teams were recognized by Hilton Grand Vacations President Mark Wang and the Chief Operating Officer of Tishman Construction Corporation, Jay Badame.

With a sleek contemporary interior design by Alexandra Champalimaud & Associates, West 57th Street by Hilton Club is to be a tremendous tower designed by the Architects HLW International and built by Tishman. The distinct setting in NYC is complemented by world-class amenities. 161 luxurious studio, one-bedroom, and penthouse suites were designed with serenity and space in mind. Adorned with stunning floor-to-ceiling windows, high-end furnishings, and the fine quality has been put into every facet of the resort.

In an edition of Grand Times last year, Hilton Grand Vacation Club stated that future HGVC developments built with special amenities, location, or size would have a higher points structure. Grand Waikikiian and King’s Land villas has an extraordinary pool complex and owner’s lounge, and West 57th has an esteemed location, thus mitigating the heightened points cost of these resorts. One way to limit demand is price. Many Hilton Club members agree that special properties deserve better amenities and the cost should be higher. This higher points structure is needed to limit the number of people who would buy a cheaper resort to trade into West 57th Street.

Hilton Club in the New York Hilton on 53rd and 6th Avenue will still have two floors of timeshare and both 53rd and West 57th Street are within walking distance to Central Park, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Museum of Modern Art, Radio City Music Hall, and the refined shopping along Fifth Avenue.

Myrtle Beach’s Hard Rock Park Gaining Speed May 8, 2008

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Myrtle Beach’s own 140 acre Rock ‘n Roll Theme Park is a jewel encrusted in the heart of Fantasy Harbour complex in South Carolina. Unfortunately, since its opening on April 15, 2008, this sought after destination is being masked by vacant lots and abandoned buildings. The premier Hard Rock Park celebrates Rock’s culture, lifestyle, and the legends that have changed history. Offering a vast array of amusement rides, live shows, shopping and dining attractions, as well as the main attraction—the massive roller coasters.

After a huge investment and years of planning, the famed roller coasters can barely been seen from the busy highway U.S. 501, just peeping over the remnants of the former Waccamaw Factory Shoppes—the same parcel of land the park was constructed on. Why hide such a treasure? That question is exactly why some people are looking into turning the vacant lot into an all access entry to Hard Rock Park, with restaurants and shops to draw in the public, rather than an empty space for them to pass by. And such changes may hit Fantasy Harbour yet.

Paradise City is a complex on the drawing board that may or may not replace the eyesore in front of the spectacular theme park. Another idea that is up in the air is a great 120 unit timeshare resort, known only as Backstage Resorts to be built next to Medieval Times on Harbour Boulevard.

Even though no official plans have been submitted, contractors like Winter Park Construction and L2 Studios Inc. have confirmed that they too are working with Backstage Resorts. They have started advertising a dozen online jobs, stating that sales and marketing will start this summer. The official Grand Opening for Hard Rock Park is June 2, 2008 where a concert by the Eagles will kick off the festivities. However, Steve Goodwin, Hard Rock Park’s chief executive officer said that he has no plans ready to release for the empty property just outside of the theme park. “I own that property and I submitted no plans to the county” stated Goodwin, “we haven’t announced anything and I haven’t done anything with that property.”

The empty lots around the Park have yet to be built into something, though changes are to hit the Fantasy Harbour neighborhood. The site where the Waccamaw Factory Shoppes once stood will become a $300million complex with hotels, homes, stores, fine restaurants and an entertainment venue. The property was purchased by Next Step Partners LLC. Currently the only thing to attract people is a single digital sign aimed at the busy U.S. 501, promoting South Carolina’s newest heavyweight attraction, Hard Rock Park.

Myrtle Bach, Fantasy Harbor, and South Carolina are increasingly becoming popular destinations for those looking for an affordable, stateside beach paradise. Vacation-goers have enjoyed this area for generations, seeking out the championship golf, exquisite seafood, and fantastic beaches and shimmering seawater. At BuyATimeshare.com we have hundreds of these properties for sale by owner and priced to sell. Enjoy your next vacation at South Carolina’s premium beachside destination by renting or buying a first-class timeshare property at a world-renowned resort, with no fees, no commission, no broker fees, and no sales pressure.

Live Chat Software Makes Buying Resale Easier May 2, 2008

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In a continuing effort to provide cutting-edge service, BuyATimeshare.com has employed an innovative piece of technology to increase customer service and maintain our spot as the leader in the timeshare resale industry. Simply clicking the “Live Help” icon, placed throughout the website, will put in contact with one of our experienced staff.

Not only will this new addition help clarify any questions those looking to buy or rent a timeshare may have; it will also increase the chances that we will successfully match a buyer to those who are looking to sell their timeshare. Often people call who are not familiar with our website, or are simply unfamiliar with computers in general. These are the folks we are trying to help. With so many properties available on our extensive database, one may not find specifically what they are looking for right away. Now there is a way for you to get direct answers to any questions or concerns. Finally you can be put in contact with a living person who is trained in the business of timeshare resale.

Studies have shown that people are more apt to chat while browsing our website, rather than relying on phone calls. This will allow for expeditious answers and advice from our team in Tampa, Florida or in Merrimack, New Hampshire. No more being put on hold, or waiting until a sales associate is available. Exit surveys have shown that 80% of people make initial contact via on line, whether it is by email or through an internet search. This technological step forward will bring our office to your PC, making the process of buying, renting, or selling timeshares a mere moment of your time.

The benefits of such direct contact are endless. Speaking to a professional here will ensure that we answer any questions you may have in a timely manner. We have found that 90% of customers using this live chat technology are satisfied with the interaction, they spent less time searching on their own, and left with the exact information that they were looking for—plus a bit more. We know this will build higher customer confidence and trust by showing you that a live professional is simply a click away. Always a leader in the timeshare resale business, the ever-expanding Buyatimeshare.com is working to bring you the utmost in customer service.

This new live chat option is just one of the many additions to our website, dedicated to efficient and timely sales, with a workforce that is skilled and well trained. In 2007 we included “Timeshare Pulse” a program capable of notifying buyers when a specific property has become available. The secondary timeshare market has been a well-kept secret for serious buyers for quite some time. Known only to brokers and real estate agents, buyatimeshare.com strives to make these priced-to-sell timeshare properties available to everyone—and now they are easier to find than ever!

Cynthia Visits Marriott Grand Chateau in Las Vegas, Has Much to Offer Vacationers May 1, 2008

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A vacation in sunny Las Vegas is a wonderful experience. During my stay I was fortunate enough to visit various resorts throughout this beautiful and exciting area. It was the trip of a lifetime to see firsthand what this incredible place had to offer. Along the way I was able to take tours and truly understand the many resorts, programs and packages available around the legendary Las Vegas strip.

My vacation here inspired me to eventually live in Vegas—enjoying the year round warmth and festive lifestyle. While touring the Marriott Grand Chateau, I immediately noticed how well-kept the grounds were. Exquisite views and vibrant scenery overlooked the Las Vegas strip. The sales tour was led by a great staff and included a complementary lunch. When introduced to the massive suites I was awestruck by the size. The master bathroom was as big as my apartment. And with a two person shower, I fell in love with these rooms. I learned they did offer a buyback program, and had a pretty good exchange rate compared to other resorts.

Located at the center of the excitement on strip, the casual elegance is reminiscent of the timeless mansions of southern France. Beautiful one, two, and three bedroom villas feature all the posh amenities of a lavish vacation resort. After a night on the town you can unwind at the rooftop pool, with a cocktail bar, backed by a desert sunset, and the lights and sounds of the city below.

Buyatimeshare.com is a leading name in the timeshare resale industry—the same properties are FOR SALE, though owners are motivated to sell, and have priced them around 30% what you would pay directly from the resort. The extra packages that come with their sale do not carry over to a new owner. The location, amenities, and breathtaking surroundings are worth the trip however. The pleasant sales staff made the tour easy and enjoyable. The property was ideal for couples on a dream vacation to Las Vegas.