Skatduder

Ok Guys, A year ago I spent the time and educated myself on the timeshare industry. I'm no expert. But from what I'v seen in Thailand the hotels offer to good of deal and with breakfast. Also the rating on Thai timeshare is not that good. I did looked into the Mariott in Phuket because I figured the maintance fee would be low, and it is lower than most Mariott's. But also they are not sold out yet. So there fees may go up equal to other Mariotts, which is high in my book. I have gone to many timeshare presentations. Usually only if its a gift I want. There are ways to use the timeshare system and do it affordably. I have bought 2 in the last year, my buy cost is less that $500/us each. I never plan to go to my resorts, just trade them. My per week cost including trade fee are around $275.. I only trade for Gold Crown, 2 bedroom units. In May 2003 I stayed in the Westin in Mexico and have a ski week in Whistler this year. There is no way I could stay in these places for $275/week, more like $275/night. If something happens and I walk away from them, they have paid for themselves. Here is my sugestion if you want to buy a timeshare. 1. DO NOT buy from the developer !!! PERIOD !!! Buy Resale !!! most units can be picked up pennys on dollar. 2. Buy a top trader, with low maintance fees. 3. Read everything on www.tug2.net The Timeshare Users Group - do your research !! 4. Read the Resort Reviews on TUG.. 5. You may want to buy within driving distance of your home to avoid costly airfares. But always buy RESALE !!! 6. Do not buy in over developed areas like Florida. Cheap units trade into them very easliy. If you know the in's n out's of timeshares you can save thousands on your vacation expense. Drop me a note if you would like more info.