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RCI/Bahia Principe Experience

We received the following submission from one of our users about their experience with RCI: “Well I have just hung up the phone with another lovely RCI ‘expert’. There have been transactions going through my credit card for a cruise that I apparently agreed to and did not. A representative called and asked if I…

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Westgate Orlando – High Pressure Sales

My friend and I took a short weekend trip to see disney and made reservations at a Westgate Resort. Come time at check in and we were herded thru a process to sign us up for a timeshare sales appt. Without our even realizing it, we went next morning to the free breakfast and supposedly…

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Grandview Timeshare

My husband and I are just back from a paid vacation to Vegas. I do not think I need to tell you all what happened, but despite having decided to not buy the timeshare, we ended up paying the deposit and signing up. We spent around 4 hours and made a decision that was obviously…

Sedpma Pines Timeshare – Difficult Time Exchanging

Read one owner’s experience with buying a Sedpma Pines Timeshare: When I bought my time share at Sedpma Pines, RCI assured me that availability was not a problem because only members of the program can access the timeshares. I have since learned that availability is a serious problem, RCI engages in the practice of skimming…

What Makes a Timeshare Different Than a Hotel?

In the past timeshare resorts used to be ultra-exclusive, members-only type establishments for which travelers paid a premium for excellent service and luxurious accommodations. The line between timeshare and hotel has started to blur over the past ten years, and many timeshare resorts now offer rooms by the night or week to non-owners. In fact,…