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Wesley Kogelman Attends the ARDA World 2012 Convention & Expo in Las Vegas April 6, 2012

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

Over the past week, leaders in the timeshare industry gathered in Las Vegas, Nevada, for the ARDA World 2012 Annual Convention & Exposition. This event is hosted by the American Resort Developments Association, the national trade association for the entire timeshare industry.

BuyATimeshare.com president and CEO, Wesley Kogelman, attended the convention to learn about changes to timesharing and to discuss the future of the secondary timeshare marketplace.

Meeting with several key players, Kogelman was able learn about upcoming legislation and new ways to expand the services of timeshare resales. As a reoccurring subject this year, resort developers are beginning to accept the value of the secondary market, and how they benefit from by-owner sales and resales.

RCI celebrated the ARDA World conference by announcing its new Online Tour Generation program. This will allow affiliated resorts to reach potential timeshare owners online.

And while the subject of “engaging the consumer online” is not a new subject at these sessions, Kogelman was please to learn about some about new and upcoming legislations, and to gain insights from key players in vacation exchange. BuyATimeshare.com is constantly looking to expand its customer-base and the services it can provide to timeshare owners, renters and sellers.

There are constructive conversations beginning to happen, where timeshare resales are being established as an affordable way for consumers to vacation. While more developers seem open to working with companies like BuyATimeshare.com, many still hesitate. Unfortunately, while they are waiting for a different solution to come along, the industry remains a market-driven creature that they cannot control.

ARDA’s data shows that almost 20% of new purchases are taking place on the secondary market. Kogelman attributes this to the ability for consumers to do their research before signing on the dotted line.

Potential Timeshare buyers are more educated than ever before, they go right to their Iphone or Android and search: “buy timeshare”, “buy a timeshare”, or “timeshare for sale” during a resort tour and place offers on Buyatimeshare.com and literally save thousands of dollars on the same vacation property.

A timeshare week on the resale market is worth whatever someone will pay for it. This is unlike the inflated retail prices charged by the resorts. This is an issue that Kogelman hopes to overcome, as the timeshare industry will never reach its potential customers in an online environment without companies like BuyATimeshare.com.

With systems like Timeshare Pulse already in place at BuyATimeshare.com, vacationers can design their own vacations right down to the amount of money they spend on a timeshare. It would be in the developer best interest to embrace the secondary market as the solution it is.

While developers and mainstream resorts are still experimenting with ways to reach the consumer online, the same internet has educated the consumer to look elsewhere. Online companies like BuyATimeshare.com understand how to reach the timeshare buyers and sellers to create a mutually beneficial system. Hopefully, by ARDA World 2013 in Hollywood, Florida, this topic will be recognized as a vital step in the progress of the entire timeshare industry.

Branson, Missouri, Rocked by February Tornado March 2, 2012

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On Wednesday, February 29th, Missouri’s historic Downtown Branson was hit hard by a powerful tornado. Wind and rain damaged many of the key theaters and resorts along the city’s main strip.

The EF2 tornado strolled up the famous waterfront shopping area. Tearing down signs and shattering window, even the massive Hilton Branson Convention Center Hotel could not escape unscathed. With windows blown out and damage throughout the top floors, the Hilton is currently closed due to that storm.

Other key destinations such as The Legends Theater, The Andy Williams Moon River Theater and the Branson Variety Theater all sustained significant damage. According to tourism officials, most of the damage was cosmetic, and won’t prevent many of the shows and entertainment from going on.

Officials say it is important for vacationers and timeshare owners alike to know that Branson is open, and most of the attractions are still available and the performances are on schedule.

BuyATimeshare.com and Wesley Kogelman Sponsors Non-Profit Organization “Send Me On Vacation” February 25, 2012

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In an effort to support survivors of breast cancer, Wesley Kogelman and Buy A Timeshare.com donated $1,000.00 toward the non-profit organization Send Me On Vacation (SMOV). While attending the 2012 GNEX Conference in Cancun, delegates like Kogelman took the opportunity to help sponsor a vacation in 2012.

SMOV is dedicated to providing an all-expense-paid trip for women and their families. After an exhausting battle with the dreadful disease, breast cancer survivors are given a chance to visit somewhere stress-free and rejuvenating. A much needed retreat, these vacations allow women and their families to begin the healing process and celebrate life.

Wesley Kogelman, founder and President of Buy A Timeshare.com is no stranger to the importance of a vacation. The internet advertising and marketing firm specializes in timeshares and helping families secure affordable vacation properties through by-owner resales and rentals. Along with helping a breast cancer survivor after treatment, Kogelman received a complementary membership with SMOV to keep up with industry topics and future sponsorships.

Wesley Kogelman Named as Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Club Foundation February 23, 2012

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In recognition of his contributions made to The Rotary Foundation Wesley Kogelman became a Paul Harris Fellow last week at the Rotary Club of Souhegan Valley.

Donations are made to Annual Program Funds, PoilioPlus, or the Humanitarian Grants Program to help enrich the lives of others. Kogelman was awarded his certificate of recognition at the Hampton Inn in Nashua.

The Paul Harris Society has made contributions to support Foundation Grant Activities around the world. From disease prevention and treatment, to water sanitation and literacy, each Paul Harris Fellow is a part of the ongoing improvement of heath, the support of education and the alleviation of poverty.

Wesley Kogelman, founder and president of BuyATimeshare.com, has made contributions to several fundraisers and has helped to organize events throughout the years.

Recently, the Souhegan Valley Happy Hour Club has spearheaded events like the Annual Monday Night Football Fundraiser, as well as supporting the Annual Golf Tournament held at the Amherst Country Club.

In 2009 Kogelman and a group of 33 Rotarian traveled to Honduras to assist in building schools, hospitals, and water purifying stations.

In recognition of his contributions to the Rotary Foundation, Wesley Kogelman’s name will be added the ranks of such notable figures as U.S. President Jimmy Carter, astronaut James Lovell and Mother Teresa.

BuyATimeshare.com Collects More Than 1,700 Pounds of Food for Families in Need November 19, 2011

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BuyATimeshare.com has wrapped up its Third Annual Food Drive with some heartwarming results. Working with local businesses, the drive was able to generate 1,200 pounds of food for the New Hampshire Food Bank and the Nashua Soup Kitchen. Together with donations from our office in Tampa, Florida, BuyATimeshare.com was able to contribute 1,778 pounds of food to local charities.

In addition, BuyATimeshare.com hosted a fundraiser at Peddlers Daughter in Nashua. The event included a raffle to raise as much money as possible. Headlining the raffle was a free vacation and airfare for two provided by BuyATimeshare.com. The winner of this year’s raffle was announced, and the successful event raised $800 for a total monetary donation of $1,315.

On Monday, November 21, the managers of BuyATimeshare.com donated their time at the Nashua Soup Kitchen. This came as a welcomed surprise to the Food Pantry, which expects to distribute over 1,000 Holiday Boxes to needy families in the area. President of BuyATimeshare.com Wesley Kogelman said, “We look forward to another great holiday food drive and I look forward to helping these families again.” A special thanks to Frederick’s Pastry’s for participating as a drop off location. And thanks to our own Randy Medeiros for a great job organizing the event and being the man on the microphone.

With so many reasons to step up and give back to the community, everyone at BuyATimeshare.com is ready to work with local businesses and residents for next year’s big Food Drive. The staff is always looking for ways to get involved. Whether working with the United Way of Nashua, Toys for Tots in Tampa Bay, BuyATimeshare.com employees are excited to contribute. Whether sponsoring an event for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Nashua & Greater Salem, or donating backpacks to Metropolitan Ministries in Tampa, there is always a way give back to the local community.

BuyATimeshare.com Reports Another Successful Food Drive November 15, 2011

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The giving spirit at BuyATimeshare.com is reflected in a heaping mountain of food to help support the New Hampshire Food Bank and the Nashua Food Pantry. Reports of food shortages in local food banks inspired BuyATimeshare.com president Wesley Kogelman hold the food drive earlier in the year, so everyone can donate as much as possible. And after just a few short weeks the offices have collected over1,200 pounds of food.


You can help too. Join us at The Peddler’s Daughter in Nashua for a fundraiser and raffle. The NH Food Bank and The Nashua Food Pantry expect to distribute over 1,000 Holiday Boxes to families in the area. The event will be chance to raise a cash donation and to make a final weigh-in of this year’s Food Drive. So if you would like to part of our biggest event yet, join BuyATimeshare.com at the Peddler’s Daughter from 6pm to 9pm tonight, November 17.

Wesley Kogelman and Buy A Timeshare.com Help North Ridge Church and its Fill the Bus Food Drive December 1, 2010

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In addition to contributions made to the NH Food Bank Wesley Kogelman has teamed up with his local church. Located in Derry, New Hampshire, the NorthRidge Church is hosting the January 2011 Fill the Bus Food Drive.

President and CEO of the local advertising firm BuyATimeshare.com, Kogelman and his company help timeshare consumers. His team allows people to market their properties online and offers a marketplace of affordable vacations for buyers and renters. They are one of the few firms who specialize in timeshare resales.

With a recent food drive resulting in over 3500 pounds of donations, Kogelman is excited to see just how much a school bus will hold. NorthRidge Church fills every seat in their 72-seat passenger bus with bags of groceries. They are delivered to the Salvation Army Food Pantry and Chester Food Pantry following the Holiday rush. Last year both emergency food pantries were depleted over the holidays. The NRC Bus rolled in right after Christmas packed with groceries donated by their church members. They completely filled both pantries just before the sever winter power outages.

Pastor Mike Mills of NorthRidge Church expresses the need for The NRC bus and the importance of contributions from patrons and businesses alike. “We are looking forward to filling up the North Ridge Church Bus again this January. With so many groceries to deliver in our community, we are grateful to Wesley Kogelman and his company for their compassion to help us fill this bus. That means filling a lot of hungry tummies in Southern New Hampshire this January.”

Enjoy an Affordable Marriott Vacation In Phoenix, Arizona November 8, 2010

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Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is the finest hotel you will ever stay at.  Located in Phoenix, Arizona, these rooms are extraordinarily clean, beautiful and the beds are the most comfortable you will ever sleep in.  The hotel furnishes you all you will ever need.  This resort is rated on a scale of ten for value, rooms, location, and cleanliness, service and sleep quality.  Their Revive Spa is astonishing.  The facials will leave you feeling reawakened and radiant.

There is so much to do at Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa.  They have a lazy river, wave pool, swimming pools and water slides.  There are three restaurants at the resort: the Blue Sage, Roy’s Hawaiian and a Mexican Restaurant.   Right across the street from the resort is the Desert Ridge Shopping Center. You can find everything you need there including a pharmacy, restaurants, Barnes and Noble, Target, etc.

Not only that, Phoenix, Arizona is a wonderful place to visit.  They have Cultural Facilities, Dining, the Japanese Friendship Garden, Mountain Preserves Picnic Areas, Convention Center, Phoenix Points of Pride, The Orpheum Theater and Symphony Hall, The Pueblo Grande Museum and Cultural Park, Shemer Art Center and Championship Golf Courses.

Phoenix is the perfect area to learn more about Native Americans.  Arizona is home to 21 federally recognized tribes.  Together, the tribes help bring about the rich cultural variety of Arizona.  Arizona is home to over 250,000 Native Americans.  Reservations and tribal communities make up over a quarter of Arizona’s territory. Sightseeing opportunities in Phoenix are abundant and varied.  Tourist attractions include museums and art galleries, amusement parks, National and State Parks, historical places, sporting events and festivals.

Phoenix is a very unique place to visit.  You will absolutely love it!!!!

Vacation More Often and for Less Money with the Best in Timeshare Resales October 6, 2010

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If you are looking for the perfect alternative to a second luxury home on the beautiful island of Hawaii, look no further than Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club! With the magnificent Lahaina and Napili Towers, this beachfront resort is set in the heart of beautiful Maui and allows owners access to the finest destinations! If you are serious about buying or renting, let BuyATimeshare.com be your guide to the wonderful world of Hawaii. Our expert customer service and easy to use website makes it simple to find your dream vacation.

A leading timeshare resource, our firm specializes in Hawaii timeshares and residences and we offer free guidance and knowledgeable advice. Also, we have aligned ourselves with an effective closing company and reliable financing for a full service timeshare solution. Don’t let your next purchase slip through the cracks—let BuyATimeshare.com match you with a Marriott Maui Ocean Club timeshare today!

This luxury resort is comprised of 12 floors and 277 villas that range from efficient studios to posh presidential suites. The resort offers 4 exquisitely appointed restaurants, 3 outdoor pools and a wide range of on-site activities. Situated on the Lahaina Coast, this resort offers a vast retreat that is close enough to Ka’anapali for guests to enjoy the famed shopping, nightlife, and activity there. Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club Lahaina and Napili Towers feature spectacular views of the mountains, lagoons, and sandy beaches, and the resort offers winding pathways throughout the area, fish ponds, tide pools, streams, tropical gardens, and much more for you to explore.

Let BuyATimeshare.com show you how diving into pristine waters can be affordable. Discover coral reefs ablaze with exotic fish, or hike a valley trail. Take a helicopter to the top of Haleakala and explore its massive terrain. You are certain to enjoy your vacation more knowing that you paid a fraction of what the resort would have charged. At BuyATimeshare.com we believe that if you can vacation make vacationing affordable, you will vacation more often. Contact one of our professionals today to start planning your next Hawaiian getaway!

Consolidated Resorts and the Timeshare Resale Market September 21, 2010

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The Las Vegas-based Arthur Spector Companies has recently become the proud owner of the operating assets comprising the Tahiti Village resort and Club de Soleil as well as many resorts throughout Hawaii. In bankruptcy court the developer was the successful bidder on July 20, 2010. And while ownership has changed hands these resorts are still providing the same unforgettable vacation experiences. BuyATimeshare.com, specializing in timeshare resales, works with an active marketplace of buyers and renters who have been inquiring as to the fate of the Consolidated Resort.

Arthur Spector explains “We are pleased to bring this business back under our control of our local family that has succeeded in the timeshare business for over thirty years.” After Consolidated Resorts discontinued its operations in June 2009 due to the overwhelming effect of the credit crisis and the slowed economy, its major lenders put a halt to funding the properties. A Whitehall Fund, sponsored by Goldman Sachs, had initially made a significant investment by acquiring 75 per cent of the majority interest. Though the Whitehall Fund has since terminated its interest in the Consolidated Resorts group of companies, ownership has recently changed hands.

Consolidated Resorts has a collection of timeshare properties throughout Las Vegas and the Islands of Hawaii, providing affordable vacations for families and couples every year. “We are especially thankful that we were able to assist the trustee to protect the interest of over 100,000 timeshare owners in these difficult times. All of the timeshare resorts have remained fully operational, the owners have had uninterrupted use of their vacation plans and continue to choose Las Vegas and Hawaii as their vacation destinations. We look forward to rebuilding this vital sector of the Las Vegas economy.”

With the winter months approaching, Las Vegas resorts like Tahiti Village and Club de Soleil have become increasingly popular on the resale market. Vacationers enjoy a selection of Hawaiian destinations. Sands of Kahana Vacation Club, Kahana Beach Resort, The Gardens at West Maui, Kahana Villa Resort, Maui Beach Vacation Club, Maui Banyan Vacation Club, Kona Islander, and the Imperial Hawaii are just some of the magnificent destinations awaiting your arrival.

Buying a timeshare is a serious decision. With a growing inventory of Consolidated Resorts you are sure to find your next vacation property purchase or rental with BuyATimeshare.com. If you are looking to find a buyer or renter for your timeshare, our advertising program will expose your property to the millions of timeshare consumers around the world.