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Interval International adds Reef Playacar Resort and Spa to its Exchange Network October 26, 2010

Posted by Bryan Connelly in : General, Hawaii timeshare, New Features, News & Events, Timeshare Rental, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource, Travel, Uncategorized , 1 comment so far

Interval International is renowned for its exchange programs and widespread vacation services. As the timeshare industry continues to expand, premium destinations like the Reef Playacar Resort and Spa are being added to Interval’s already stellar exchange network. The newcomer is a welcomed addition to the vast collection of over 2,500 resorts in more than 75 countries. Located in Mexico’s Riviera Maya, this all-inclusive resort is set on the shores of Playa del Carmen. With everyone looking to get more out of their vacation dollar, a why not rent an all-inclusive timeshare and save money on your next sunny getaway?

Typically any Mexico timeshare will offer an all-inclusive package. With the rising price of travel and the concerns of this year’s budget, all-inclusive timeshares are very popular as a rental. Warm up your winter with a stay in Mexico’s Playa del Carmen. The timeshare resale industry is a thriving marketplace where owners can sell or rent out their vacation properties to those who are looking to save money. BuyATimeshare.com is one of the few companies that are equipped to bring a myriad of Mexico timeshares and the convenience of an all-inclusive vacation.

The all-inclusive plan provides access to resort amenities like private beaches, swimming pools, restaurants and bars, nightly entertainment; meals, snacks, and drinks are also complimentary at nearby restaurants. Resorts like The Reef Playacar Resort and Spa are extremely popular among families who are looking to get the most for their money. Jose Luis Mendoza, general manager of The Reef Playacar explains “We are very pleased to affiliate Reef Playacar with Interval because we know that our owners will appreciate the many valuable benefits they will receive—especially the ability to exchange their vacations for the extensive number of high-quality resorts that are part of the company’s worldwide network.”

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.

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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!

Timeshare Pulse Helps Buyers Find Affordable Disney Vacations August 7, 2010

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Poised in Oahu’s Leeward Coast in Ko Olina is Aulani, a new kind of Disney experience that is about to erupt from the islands of Hawaii. With the vibrant energy and character of a true Disney vacation, this will be the first resort located outside of its Florida and California theme-parks. Slated to open next summer, BuyATimeshare.com will not only inform you of when the Aulani resort is open, we will notify you the moment a suite is available on the resale market.

Few companies can offer this kind of up to date information for free. Visit Buy A Timeshare.com and read about how you can successfully market and sell your timeshare property today. Click on the Live Chat option and contact one of our experts for immediate answers about all things timeshare. The new Disney resort will be made up of 359 hotel rooms, 481 timeshare suites, and a myriad of restaurants, a spa, and a water park. Designed with family vacation and weddings in mind the convention center is ideal for any occasion. Created with the magic of Disney Vacation Club, the images of Aulani that have been released are breathtaking. Fans of Disney have already expressed interest in knowing when this enchanted retreat will be available at resale prices. Timeshare Pulse, a program that is unique to BuyATimeshare.com has helped thousands of people know exactly when a specific property and price becomes available. Let Timeshare Pulse find the timeshare you’re looking for!

Inspired by the native Hawaiian culture and the same marvels that have made Disney such a beloved world for generations, Disney Vacation Club Villas, Ko Olina, Hawaii offers a never before seen look at tropical lagoons, soft beaches and brilliant gardens. As we have already experienced several inquiries regarding this resort it is important to know that BuyATimeshare.com will be following the development as Aulani welcomes its first guests in 2011.

A Descriptive Trip Around the Islands April 15, 2010

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Aloha fellow travelers. It’s time to continue our trip, this time moving on to the Hawaiian Island of O‘ahu. Check my last blog on Kaua‘i to get general traveling information and helpful hints.

O’AHU

WHERE TO VISIT
Most people don’t realize that Honolulu, Waikiki, and Diamond Head are all located on the island of O‘ahu. It is the island I first visited in 1962, thinking that I would find the “true Hawai’i” there. Well, I did… and I didn’t. Visiting Honolulu to me is like visiting any big mainland city. The city is crowded as are the beaches; the pace is hectic, but as exciting as it is intriguing and unique. Night life abounds, so if that’s what you’re looking for, Honolulu is the place to stay. Having said that, I also wish to point out that Honolulu, the state capital is place to experience opportunities to learn about the history and culture of the islands. Since ’62, I have only visited O‘ahu on day visits with Hawaiian family, so my personal experiences are limited to theirs. Places to visit, sports, beaches, restaurants, things to see and so numerous that for me to attempt to cover them would be overkill. Check with your hotel or condominium, stop at a kiosk on the sidewalk, red pamphlets, or best of all, and pick up a good tour book to acquaint yourself with what you want to do before you go.

Beaches:
When someone considers going to Hawai‘i for that “once-in-a-lifetime” vacation, one’s first thought usually gravitates to Honolulu and Waikiki. While they are wonderful, when you get to know the islands well, you realize that Waikiki Beach is long but narrow, the sand crowded with oiled bodies of tourists from all over the world, as is the water. This is fine if that’s what you’re looking for in a beach experience, but if you’re looking for a less crowded, more private, experience the east shore beaches “over the Pali” are the ones on which you should concentrate. I LOVE the Kailua, and Lanikai beaches.

Water Sports:
Surfing, wind surfing, sail boarding, parasailing, boogie boarding, scuba diving, snorkeling, rafting, sailing, catamaran rides, and outrigger canoe rides are all available. If you’re looking for a snorkeling experience, try Hanauma Beach, but you must get there early to avoid the crowds. If you’re a beginner surfer, Waikiki is the beach for you with its long, gentle surf. Beach boy experts are plentiful and more than willing to teach… surfing, that is! When I was in my twenties I did exactly that, and the young people who taught me were kind, patient, friendly, and professional. Believe me when I say that if I could surf, anybody can surf! Surfing beaches are also available on the northwest coast of the island. If you’re a surfing expert, head for the north shore beaches of Waimea and the famous Bonzai Pipeline. Windsurfing, parasailing, water skiing, and jet skis are offered in some areas, but only when there are no whales in residence (Humpbacks visit from the end of October through March). By land you can enjoy golf, tennis, fishing, horseback riding, hiking and camping, hang gliding, are offered on all the major islands. All you need to do is pick out where and what, and DO it!

Scenic Vistas and Things to See

Historical Sites in Honolulu
Those of us who live on the mainland forget, or perhaps never knew that the Hawaiian Islands were once individual kingdoms, each ruled by a king. Kamehameha, the Great, united them under his rule. During the time that Hawai‘i was a U.S. Territory, the islands were ruled by the Kalakua family, and finally, the last monarch was Queen Lili‘uokalani. We have forgotten that the United States took over the government of these islands in an illegal coup, avoiding bloodshed only because the queen told her people to give up peacefully avoiding bloodshed.

When you visit downtown Honolulu, you will find multitudes of amazing places that will show evidence of Hawai’i’s amazing melting pot of peoples who live side by side in peace and aloha.
Here are some of the available sites that are “must sees.”

To get an amazing view of Hawai‘i’s history and culture, visit the Iolani Palace, the only royal palace in America, the Bishop Museum and Planetarium, and The Honolulu Cultural Center. The Aloha Tower was once the tallest structure on O‘ahu, a symbol of Hawaiian aloha, welcoming and saying good-bye to the visitor. I don’t know if you can still climb to the top of the tower to view the city and the harbor, since it’s elevator claims the dubious distinction of being one of the oldest on O‘ahu.

Want to get a feel for the people? Visit a church (Kawaiahaho) or a shopping center (Ala Moana). Want to learn about the tropical flora and the fauna? Visit Foster Botanical Gardens, the Honolulu Zoo, or the Waikiki Aquarium. And no trip is complete without visiting those places that remind us of Hawai‘i’s role in recent history. The Punch Bowl Cemetery, an old volcanic crater that is the final resting place for Hawaiian veterans of WWII, Korea, and Vietnam and The Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor will tug at your heartstrings, even if you’re too young to have had a personal connection. Someone in your family will have been affected by those events it memorializes. Also, take a trip to Honolulu’s Chinatown, not only for the shopping and the food, but to taste the culture.

A Look at Beautiful Hawaii From Author Joyce Hauolila Carter April 12, 2010

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Aloha everyone! I’m writing to you from my second home—Maui—where I’m staying for the month of April for the first time in four years. I have been unable to travel for that length of time, and at last I have returned in body as well as in spirit.

CHECK IN with JOYCE in May to learn more about the islands of Moloka‘i and Lana’i.

Scenic Vistas and Things to See
Diamond Head has become the most recognizable symbol of Hawai‘i, named so because some sailors spied glittering crystals there that they thought were diamonds. This volcanic crater is only a few miles outside of Honolulu, but a hike along the crater’s rim will bring you close to nature and a breath-taking view of Waikiki and Honolulu.

Most first-time visitors don’t realize that a few miles out of the city and just over the Ko‘olau Mountains (extinct volcano), which the Hawaiians call “over the Pali, is the quiet Windward Coast of O‘ohu and the small towns of Kanaohe and Kailua and their beautiful white-sand beaches. When you reach the summit, stop to view the valley from The Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout for a thrill. Then drive down to the shore and enjoy the pace and feel of the Hawai‘i of fifty years ago.

Even if you’re not a surfing aficionado, a trip to the North Shore and The Bonzai Pipeline and Waimea Bay is thrilling. During winter, the waves are tremendous and many competitions are held, but even in spring and fall, spending a day watching fantastic athletes, skilled amateurs and pros, conquer the waves.

Interesting Pastimes

The Expensive:
Whale watches, submarine rides, evening cruises, snorkeling and scuba diving boat  and fishing trips can be booked through hotels and activity kiosks on the streets. The company you choose for these activities determines whether they are expensive or economical. Do your homework and choose accordingly. Helicopter rides are available and expensive, but they are definitely worth the money.

The Economical:
Horseback riding Horseback riding, tennis courts, and golf courses are everywhere. The place determines the price.

Free!
First, get in your rental car and drive! I say the same thing for every island because this is the ay to get to know it. After all, how can you get lost on an island??? And if you do need help, what better way is there than to stop and ask a local for directions.  Show a little bit of interest in what’s Hawaiian, and you’ll make a friend.

Put on your walking shoes and take a hike.  Trails abound, but don’t take off on your own without a map and proper equipment, especially in the rainforest. A sudden downpour can cause flooding on the mountain slopes. More than one unsuspecting tourist has been washed out to sea.

Stop at a beach and enjoy a picnic lunch, but however calm the water looks, never swim alone. In fact, don’t swim at all unless someone knowledgeable has recommended the site as safe for swimming. YOU ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE PACIFIC OCEAN, and currents are tricky. Always respect the ocean.

Shopping and Dining
In a city the size of Honolulu, all you have to do is spit to hit a restaurant or place to shop, so I won’t even attempt to make recommendations. Dining is a matter of personal choice. Hotels offer wonderful fare, but sometimes at outrageous prices. One of the greatest advantages of a place like Hawai‘i is its diverse numbers of cultures placed in a small area. All kinds of cooking are available for all kinds of tastes. If you want an adventure in dining, drive over the Pali or to the north shore and check out a little Mom & Pop type restaurant. Ask for their recommendation or to explain their best dish. Don’t hesitate to make this visit one for an adventure in dining.  I enjoy for chicken or pork katsu or Kal Bi steak. If you’re REALLY adventurous, ask for a Hawaiian plate.

Lu‘au
All the hotels have lu’ua ceremonies. They are exciting and exotic, and I recommend that you attend one. Most offer Hawaiian and”American” food. Take a chance and try kalau pig, lomi lomi salmon, chicken and long rice, Hawaiian stew, sticky rice, Hawaiian potato salad, poi, and a mai tai with haupia pudding for dessert. The entertainment is authentic but often lu‘aus feature more South Pacific dance than Hawaiian hula. On O’ahu, it’s a little harder to find a church or school lu’au where local folk put on a beautiful spread of food and hula schools, ukulele bands, and local vocalists and instrumentalist perform. Strike up a conversation with someone local and ask where you can go. If you find such a place and you’re very, very lucky, at the end of the day the aunties and uncles (older generations) will throw away their canes and hula like nobody else can. And when they invite you up to join them, DO IT!

CHECK the BUY A TIMESHARE ARCHIVE BLOGS for information about Joyce’s books on her Hawaiian spirituality experiences:  “IN THE PRESENCE OF ANGELS” and “THERE IS NO VEIL.”

CONTACT the AUTHOR at:  Info@angelbook.net, placing the words “book information” in the subject line.