So the heat index today is over 100 degrees. Nearly had a heat stroke last weekend working in the yard.  Even the dogs don't want to get off the shaded porch.  Now I am thinking: where can I get a great deal on a mountain lodge rental so I can go skiing next January?  It is not too early to start planning a ski trip. Whether you are thinking of Colorado, Utah, Vermont, or New Hampshire you should start planning now for your ski resort lodging.

Just one basic tip: find a timeshare resort where you can rent (or buy) for up to 50% off!  Where do you find these kinds of deals for ski timeshare resorts?  www.rpmls.com of course.

At www.rpmls.com you can find all the best ski resorts, photos, maps, floorplans, and tons of information. If you start negotiating now, open title next week, close in 60 days, you should be able to book that ski trip you were dreaming of last weekend when you were sweating at the ballpark.

A couple of my favorite timeshare ski resorts: Marriott's Summit Watch Park City Utah, Grand Timber Lodge (ski in, ski out) Breckenridge Colorado, Alpenland Sporthotel Austria, and Inn Season at Pollard Brook Lincoln New Hampshire.

Check out all these Colorado timeshare resorts for sale.

Photo of Grand Timber Lodge Timeshare Breckenridge Colorado

One of the best known landmarks in the United States is Walt Disney World. Buying a timeshare in Orlando would be a wise thing to do if you plan on going to the Orlando/Kissimmee region often.  Why?  Over time, you would save thousands of dollars on lodging. In addition, your accommodations in a timeshare are much larger, nicer, and loaded with amenities that a hotel could never match.  Depending on the timeshare resort, you would have golf, swimming, entertainment, water sports, bus shuttles, and more. So it just makes sense. Plus, all the Disney attractions would be nearby.

"But what if I own a timeshare in Orlando Florida, and I want to sell it?"  Now is as good of a time as any to go ahead and get it in front of as many buyers as possible.  Enlist the help of timeshare professionals like those at www.rpmls.com to guide you through the process.  Selling your Orlando timeshare would make sense if you have come to a point where you no longer use it every year.  The timeshare maintenance fees will not just go away.

Some of the best selling timeshares in Orlando include those developed by Marriott, Westgate, and Sheraton. Also, Orange Lake Country Club has been one that has performed well on the timeshare resales market. Most of these will be close to Walt Disney World and offer far more than a hotel ever could.

Photo of Sheraton's Vistana Villages by the pool!

Las Vegas timeshares have a lot to offer!  First and foremost is location.  The entertainment, nightlife, music, and dining are some of the best in the world! If you were to buy a Las Vegas timeshare condo on the resales market, you would save a small fortune over time.  That is, if you use it.  Owning a timeshare, and not using it, is like paying insurance for a car you never drive.  It is only useful if you use it.

If you are thinking, "Should I sell my timeshare in Las Vegas?", ask yourself this one question: Which would you rather have, a closing check after selling it, or a deed for a property you never use?

If you want to buy a Las Vegas timeshare, here's my favorite list: HGV Club at Flamingo, HGV at Las Vegas Hilton, Polo Towers, Jockey Club, Summer Bay at Las Vegas, and Marriott's Grand Chateau.  There are many other timeshare condos in Las Vegas but lots of owners have given high praise for these.

HGV Club at Flamingo Las Vegas

If you have already visited Cancun Mexico, and have decided to take the plunge - buy a timeshare - here are some tips that may help your decision.  There are many great timeshare choices in Cancun Mexico.  Here's an informative guide to timeshares in Mexico. There you will find a wealth of information about all the areas where timeshare resorts are located. The Royal Mayan is the first one to come to mind. This is a Five Star resort just a few minutes from a Mayan archaeological site and a championship golf course. 

Next would be Club Regina Cancun at Westin.  Have a look at this poolside view:

Finally, I would recommend the Palace Resort at Beach Palace. One of the best of the six Palace Resorts, it offers a water view from each unit.  All - inclusive, Gold Crown, terrific amenities, great water sports, and more.

Photo of Palace Resort at Beach Palace, Cancun:

I'd like to know about some of your travel experiences with timeshare resorts in and around Cancun!

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Lately, any question involving a loan application would be enough to make anyone nervous. Let alone, a loan for a timeshare.  But, if you want to sell your timeshare, it would be helpful to know that there are lending institutions out there to help you with the process.  Seizing the moment, several lenders have developed a process to address this need.  Recently, www.businesswire.com ran a story about FirstAgain LLC "an online consumer lender focusing on individuals with excellent credit, continues to gain momentum with an easier and faster way to fund anything, including home improvement projects. The company’s AnythingLoan, a revolutionary, unsecured loan product that combines low rates with an unparalleled customer experience, is a convenient alternative to ever-shrinking home equity financing options." (source)

Another lender to consider would be Tammac Financial Corp.  From their website: "Andy G. Roosa, President, Chief Executive Officer and a founding officer of Tammac has been involved in the resort financing industry since 1978. Through his direction, Tammac has been responsible for the financing, acquisition and servicing of over a billion dollars of resort related contracts throughout the United States and the Caribbean." (source)

Most importantly, don't pay too much in the first place.  Buy a timeshare on the resales market from a timeshare specialist like those at www.rpmls.com.

A recent study by Hawaii's state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism showed a 21.3% growth in the number of timeshare units: from 6,592 to 7,997.  Oahu claims the largest total number of visitor accommodations, with Maui in second place.  The big island and Kauai  came in third and fourth.  Some of the best known Oahu timeshares include Marriott's Ko Olina Beach Club, Royal Aloha Vacation Club, Hawaiian Sun Holidays at the Waikiki Banyan, and Hawaiian Princess at Makaha Beach.

Top shelf luxury timeshare is the recurring theme on Maui.  Consider these: Marriott's Maui Ocean Club, Maui Schooner, Maui Beach Vacation Club, Kahana Beach Vacation Club, and Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas to name a few.  Nearby you will find some of the most beautiful golf courses in the world.  The PGA tour came through there a few months ago. It would be hard to go wrong with a Maui timeshare. If you think you may want to buy a timeshare in Maui, you have several well known timeshare resort names to choose from: Marriott, Westin, and Consolidated Resorts.

If you think you may want to sell Maui timeshare, you have several options.  The best would be to use a professional service like what you will find at www.rpmls.com.  There you will find a great deal of information about selling or buying timeshare.

Marriott's Desert Spring Villas I & II took 4th and 9th place in Stroman Realty, Inc's top ten best selling timeshares list.  Two other Marriott resorts placed in the top ten: Marriott's Cypress Harbour, Orlando FL and Marriott's Grande Ocean Resort, Hilton Head, SC.  The Desert Spring Villas, located in Palm Desert, California, features championship golf and other amenities that are the hallmark of Marriott timeshares.  No wonder they sell so well.

So if you think you may buy Marriott's Desert Spring Villas timeshare, be sure to buy it resale, and not at the resort.  When you buy a timeshare from the owner, you usually get the same rights and privileges as the original owner. The seasons at the resort are designated as Red - Weeks 1-21, 50-53, White - Weeks 22-27, 36-49, and Blue - Weeks 28-35. Also, when you buy from the owner you will save thousands over what the resort would charge.  Owning a Marriott timeshare should also have advantages when it comes time to exchange for another location.

If you think you want to sell Marriott's Desert Spring Villas timeshare, now would be the best time to go ahead and get it on the market. The longer you wait to get the ball rolling, the longer it will take to find the right buyer and get it closed.  Get in touch with timeshare resales specialists like the ones at www.rpmls.com.  They have been in the business almost 30 years and know how to get the job done.

Take a look at these Marriott's Desert Spring Villas timeshares for sale.  And if you want to sell, take a look at this timeshare owner's guide.

Recently Stroman Realty, Inc published a study on www.rpmls.com showing that Orange Lake Country Club timeshares in Orlando Florida was their 3rd best selling timeshare over the last five years.  Not too long ago, I stayed there on a family trip to Orlando.  One of the most popular features was the newly added water park and lazy river.  There were plenty of places to lounge by the massive pool, waterfalls, and children's play area.  This resort is spread over a large area, and offers a wide variety of accommodations and activities for all ages. Vacationers here enjoy 80 acre Orange Lake plus on shore amenities that include a 27-hole golf course, a huge tennis complex, an olympic size pool, miniature golf, whirlpool spa and a restaurant.  My favorite was jet skiing on Orange Lake!

A visit to the resort would be a good idea before making your decision to buy Orange Lake Country Club.  You will have many choices - villas, highrise, tennis units, golf villas, studio, one, two and three bedroom timeshare units!

If you want to sell Orange Lake Country Club timeshare, use www.rpmls.com.  Nuff said!

Check out these timeshare deals for Orange Lake Country Club timeshare in Orlando Florida!

Here's a video tour of Orange Lake Country Club timeshare in Orlando Florida:

The Hilton Grand Vacation Club Seaworld Orlando is in the top ten best sellers list published by Stroman Realty, Inc.  Over the years Hilton resorts, Orlando Florida, and the Seaworld Orlando attraction have developed significant followings.  All three of these are combined at the Hilton Grand Vacation Club Seaworld Orlando Florida timeshare.  So it is no surprise that it is wildly popular with those who want to buy a timeshare. Themed after a Bermuda seaside village, Hilton Grand Vacations Club at Sea World International Center offers comfort, privacy, and luxury right in the heart of Orlando's attractions.

If you want to sell your HGVClub Seaworld Orlando timeshare first make sure you understand your ownership rights. All too often someone will buy a timeshare and not understand what they actually own.  So before you advertise or convey to a buyer the details of your ownership, look over your purchase documents or deed.  If you have trouble understanding exactly what they describe, enlist the help of a Realtor who specializes in the timeshare resales market. Their knowledge will save you many headaches down the line. Also understand that the competition for timeshare sales in the Orlando area is fierce. There are hundred of thousands of unit weeks owned and for sale in the region.  And your home resort will not likely be much help if you want to sell.  Call on a professional for information and to get you started on the road to selling!

Seaworld Orlando's newest attraction: Aquatica Water Park, from www.attractionsmagazine.com:

In this story from Fox News more details are emerging about Ritz Carlton and Marriott's plans for timeshare and fractional development on this beautiful Hawaiian island.  The Ritz is "breaking ground on two developments at Kaua'i Lagoons, a spectacular 520-acre oceanfront resort."  Kaua'i Lagoon will offer 72 one-eighteenth (1/18) fractional ownerships starting at $300,000.

Marriott's plans include 74 properties similar to the project started by Ritz-Carlton.  They plan to build 78 private ownership residences with starting prices of a mere $1.6 million.

A friend of mine recently visited the islands of Hawaii and commented on the "wall to wall" resorts along the main streets on the coast.  There is a limited amount of Hawaii coastline available and at some point the development will come to a conclusion.  The residents of Hawaii who work in these upscale resorts will no longer be able to afford to live on their own island.  The are in fact being pushed to the mainland - slowly but surely.

Now would be the time to buy a Hawaii timeshare on the resale market. Owning a timeshare in Hawaii is easier that you might think.  You'd pay a fraction of the cost of a whole ownership, and be able to enjoy the tropical environment in Maui, Oahu, Kauai, Molokai, or Hawaii.

Buy timeshare - buy resale - not retail!