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BuyaTimeshare.com Releases Its First Annual Buyers Choice List for 2011 February 15, 2011

Posted by John Stephens in : Hawaii timeshare, Marriott Timeshares, News & Events, Timeshare Resale , add a comment

Have you ever wondered which timeshare resorts are the most popular and where they are located?

Well, you don’t have to wonder any longer. We’ve announced our first annual Top 20 Buyer’s Choice List, which consists of the twenty most requested timeshare destinations, as determined by the number of offers submitted for these resorts by prospective buyers through the BuyaTimeshare.com website in 2010.

This is an objective, independent list compiled by our IT department based on requests from the people who are the most qualified to judge these resorts, prospective buyers.

“This is an exceptional list of world-class resorts that anyone on vacation would love to experience,” said Wesley Kogelman, president and CEO, BuyaTimeshare.com. “These properties prove what we’ve known since we started in this business 10 years ago, that timeshare resorts offer the best possible value for a vacation.”

“The buyers who put in offers to buy timeshare at these resorts were looking for great value that can only come from buying direct from another owner on the resale market,” added Kogelman.

As you will see below, Marriott timeshare properties dominated the list, taking 11 of the top 20 positions and clearly showing that the Marriott name is the brand of choice among people looking to buy timeshare.

Hawaii and Orlando, Florida, were tied for the most popular destination, with four properties from each location making the list. Three Aruba resorts were ranked, followed by two each from Las Vegas and southern California.

WorldMark by Wyndham came in at number one, but WorldMark is a brand made up of multiple destinations so it is almost a given that it would be at or near the top of the rankings and nearly impossible to separate for the purpose of creating this list.

Below is the Buyer’s Choice List for 2011:

1)      WorldMark by Wyndham (Multiple Destinations)

2)      Marriott’s Aruba Surf Club (Aruba, Caribbean)

3)      Marriott’s Aruba Ocean Club (Aruba, Caribbean)

4)      Marriott’s OceanWatch Villas at Grande Dunes (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina)

5)      Marriott’s Newport Coast Villas (Newport Coast, California)

6)      Marriott’s Maui Ocean Club (Maui, Hawaii)

7)      Manhattan Club (New York, New York)

8)      Sheraton’s Vistana Resort (Orlando, Florida)

9)      Marriott’s Grande Vista (Orlando, Florida)

10)   Planet Hollywood Towers by Westgate Resorts (Las Vegas, Nevada)

11)   Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club (Oahu, Hawaii)

12)   La Cabana Beach & Racquet Club (Aruba, Caribbean)

13)   Marriott’s Grand Chateau (Las Vegas, Nevada)

14)   Marriott’s Ocean Pointe at Palm Beach Shores (Palm Beach Shores, Florida)

15)   Harborside Resort at Atlantis (Bahamas, Caribbean)

16)   Westgate Lakes Resort and Spa (Orlando, Florida)

17)   Westin Ka’anapali Ocean Resort Villas North (Maui, Hawaii)

18)   Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort (Orlando, Florida)

19)   Marriott’s Kauai Beach Club (Kauai, Hawaii)

20)   Marriott’s Shadow Ridge (Palm Desert, California)

You can see the latest timeshare weeks for sale for each of these resorts by going to the BuyaTimeshare.com website. Once at the homepage, you’ll find the search box at the upper left corner of the page. Just enter the name of the resort, click on the search button and the great deals and bargains for that resort will appear for your review.

How The BBB Has Ruined Your Buying and Selling Experience January 12, 2011

Posted by Bryan Connelly in : General, Marriott Timeshares, New Features, News & Events, Timeshare Rental, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource, Travel , add a comment

ABC News discovers a misleading grading system that has deceived consumers for over 2 years

For decades the Better Business Bureau has been seen as a beacon of truth to those who needed to know the difference between a trustworthy business and a deceptive one. Recently, the BBB has had a light shined on its own operation, as ABC News and 20/20 investigates. Business owners are accusing the bureau of running a “Pay for Play” scheme, extorting money and potential customers from businesses that refuse to purchase a membership.

Many consumers utilize the BBB as a resource to find out which companies they can trust. Unfortunately, over the past 2 years a growing number of entrepreneurs have witnessed a skewed representation of their businesses. Despite resolved complaints and genuine service, without paying a membership fee these owners would never be seriously represented by the BBB. And the consumer is left in the dark and forced to overlook an otherwise reputable company, only to choose the one that bid the highest.

Some Los Angeles-based business owners have already confirmed multiple errors made by the BBB’s grading system. While some have purchased accreditation for non-existent companies, others have proven their point by getting an ‘A’ rating for a known terrorist group. Better Business Bureau executives maintain that the grade was given in error, but an overwhelming number of business owners, and consumers, have come forward to tell their side of a potentially harmful and deceptive business practice.

Company owners are being solicited by a telemarketing racket that promises a better grade for the price of around $400. This fact has been confirmed time and timeshare again by multiple companies nationwide. And without paying this fee, there is no way to get a higher score. BuyATimeshare.com stopped paying for its membership in 2010. Having worked in timeshare resales, this author can attest for the damage it has done to the industry, and to our reputation as an independently owned business.

The acknowledgment of this scam is paramount in an economy that cannot afford to squander it money on those who would rather Pay to Play than to provide a reliable product. BuyATimeshare.com urges consumers to base their buying and selling decisions on more than just a BBB grade, or any website that is designed to embrace the negative power of a complaint.

Vacation More Often With Buy A Timeshare.com and Marriott Aruba Surf Club December 5, 2010

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Every year, hundreds of thousands of Americans visit Marriott’s Aruba Surf Club. Aruba has always been a popular vacation destination for couples, families and friends who are looking for fun in the sun. Aruba has a warm climate and some of the most fantastic water sports and nightlife on the planet. At BuyATimeshare.com we help thousands of couples and families find their idea vacation property or just secure an inexpensive timeshare rental.

Even with the cold winter months approaching, it has not stopped anyone from enjoying a sunny vacation with Marriott’s Aruba Surf Club. Affordable package deals and can be found at BuyATimeshare.com and if you shop our website you will find the timeshare retreat that is right for you. Even struggling families are able to take a vacation this year because they found BuyATimeshare.com.

In addition to the unbeatable prices you will find on resale market, you will find owners looking to negotiate the sale of their own timeshare. And with the innovative Live Help button on every ad, you can start chatting with a specialist for instant information. Several websites will offer a ‘package deal’ to typically promote a product such as an airline or a hotel. At BuyATimeshare.com we believe the same luxury vacations found at Marriott Aruba Surf Club can be available online and for thousands of dollars less than buying from the resort.

Find a spectacular vacation deal from Marriott and the many other timeshare available for less with Buy A Timeshare.com and the many timeshare owners motivated to sell now. Call now or log on to find a perfect vacation property at Marriott’s Aruba Surf Club. Because if you can find affordable vacationing, you will travel more often.

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

Posted by Anita Boulet in : Customer Comments, Marriott Timeshares, News & Events, Timeshare Rental, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource, Travel , add a comment

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!!!!

Women in the Timeshare and Shared Ownership Industry October 16, 2010

Posted by Bryan Connelly in : ARDA, Charity, General, Marriott Timeshares, New Features, News & Events, RCI, Timeshare Rental, Timeshare Resale, Timeshare Resource, Travel , add a comment

Since the inception of BuyATimeshare.com the Company has focused on returning back to local businesses, communities and industry affiliated organizations. Examples of the Company’s philanthropic endeavors are the Rotary Club, supporting its local Boys and Girls organizations and the Chamber of Commerce.

Although BuyATimeshare.com is not directly related to WIN (Women In Industry) the company would like to recognize the women who play crucial roles in the day-to-day success as well as the future success of BuyATimeshare.com. Without the support of the women and men alike, and the passion for connecting worldwide timeshare sellers and buyers, BuyATimeshare.com would not be the leader it has become and having done so in positive light of the Better Business Bureau.

While membership is not solely for women, this nonprofit organization is committed to fostering the growth of women in the vacation ownership industry by connecting and mentoring them through charities, businesses, and through educational and networking events.

All of the timeshare resorts that benefit from WIN can be found at BuyATimeshare.com, where the resale market continues to save vacationers millions of dollars every year. Resorts like Marriott Vacation Club, Wyndham Worldwide, Shell Vacations and RCI memberships continue to provide unforgettable memories for families around the world.

About WIN
WIN (Women in Industry) is a nonprofit organization supporting women in their effort to be the best they can be as well as attracting and cultivating women leaders of tomorrow in the vacation industry.

The goals of WIN include: Providing a forum for women in the vacation industry to unite and leverage best practices, foster networking and business training through social and educational events and ongoing community and philanthropic activities.

In addition the organization focuses much of its efforts on developing a membership base that is reflective of women across diverse businesses. They do this by promoting and recognizing women’s achievements in the vacation industry. By facilitating research in the vacation industry and providing scholarship opportunities, women are able to attain industry certifications and attend training programs in order to advance their career path.

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

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

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!

More Reasons to Buy A Timeshare in Phuket, Thailand September 2, 2010

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Phuket’s West Sands resort has joined Interval International to make certain that timeshare consumers can enjoy this magnificent response year after year. When it comes to finding an affordable week at a luxury resort, BuyATimeshare.com has properties available throughout Phuket, Thailand and Interval International Memberships are guaranteed to take you anywhere in the world.

Encrusted on 48 sylvan acres, this jewel of a resort comes with 500 yards of private beachfront splendor. Located on Mai Khao Beach on Phuket’s famed west coast, the retreat offers studio, one-, and two-bedroom suits that are ideal for couples and families alike. Sophisticated European ambiance is built into every kitchen and bathroom, complete with a striking view of the Andaman Sea from a private balcony.
Joe Hickman, the Executive Director of Interval International’s Asia Pacific explains that this exciting resort as innovative as it is important to the people of Thailand. “We are very pleased to have added West Sands Phuket Beach Club to our exchange network,” said in a statement. “Along with its high design standards, the eco-friendly development will contribute to preserving the environment and to more enjoyable and economic living.”

“Phuket is well established as a premier vacation destination and West Sands matches its natural beauty with all of the modern amenities essential to enjoying life to the fullest,” said Barry King, Project Director of West Sands Vacation Club. “Choosing Interval as a partner matches its global experience in the field of vacation services with our local market and product knowledge. We are delighted that West Sands will be part of Interval’s network of quality vacation resorts.”

BuyATimeshare.com offers a user-friendly website with an extensive inventory of timeshare resorts from all over the globe. Find affordable vacation property ownership throughout Asia and Thailand. If you own and timeshare and would like to upgrade your membership, or simply want to see what Interval International has to offer, contact one of our professionals today! If it’s time for you to move one and sell your timeshare, BuyATimeshare.com has the powerful marketing that will reach the worldwide marketplace of timeshare buyers and rental.

Good News for Wyndham Propels Timeshares Resale July 22, 2010

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Timesharing continues to strike a nerve among travelers even today. The prospect of saving money can easily be offset by the stigma associated with the timeshare industry. Regardless, there are over 100million new vacation property owners and renters every year—all searching for world-class accommodations and affordable prices. With companies like Wyndham and Marriott reporting positive outlooks for the rest of 2010, BuyATimeshare.com has been busy helping to keep the resorts filled.

The resale market allows the consumer to secure luxury vacations for a fraction of the cost for a retail timeshare ownership. At BuyATimeshare.com, a leading firm in timeshare resales, owners are able to negotiate the sale of their own timeshare. This For-sale-by-owner marketing strategy ensures an expeditious and commission-free sale.

Over 1million buyers, renters and sellers view the BuyATimeshare.com inventory each year. The website provides a bustling marketplace of timeshare users find the best deal. Searching for the perfect week or the vacation destination of their dreams, more people than ever are buying and renting their next timeshare through BuyATimeshare.com. While experts continue to forecast a kinder economic climate, consumers are flying at the chance to take the long-awaited vacation.

Anyone can do it! Much like selling a car on websites like AutoTrader.com, marketing your own property allows you to choose your asking price and to include any additional information that may help you get your timeshare sold now. The specialized marketing techniques that BuyATimeshare.com employs allow owners to reach the very people they are trying to find—buyers. Reselling a timeshare is not an easy task when you have to compete against the marketing budgets of developers. They offer gifts and prizes to lure folks into a sales presentation where they are persuaded to buy. The timeshare resale market gives the consumer a way to casually shop for the resort, the time of year, or even the price range they are looking for.

Today’s timeshare buyers and renters are internet savvy and cost-effective. Marketing one’s own property without the involvement of a broker used to cost thousands of dollars. Online marketing has empowered the public to contact the world, and BuyATimeshare.com can help you reach the ones you want. With major players in the hospitality industry concerned with Revpar, BuyATimeshare.com continues to put value back into unwanted timeshares, and to put vacationers in every suite.

Marriotts Lakeshore Reserve Opens at Grande Lakes in Orlando June 24, 2010

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Marriott Vacation Club has recently announced the opening of Marriott’s Lakeshore Reserve at Grande Lakes in Orlando, Florida. This sought after resort is incredibly popular. The historic resort is the first to hold both be managed by both the JW Marriott and the Ritz Carlton brands. 85 villas of Marriott luxury await guest in the first phase, with 340 proposed villas to be built upon the 500 acre Grand Lakes property.

Timeshare owners have already begun to offer their weeks at this stunning resort up for rent and sale. The secondary marketplace is an affordable way to experience Marriott’s Lakeshore Reserve this year!
Located in beautiful Orlando, Florida the class Tuscan style is warm and inviting with the elegance of a Marriott resort matched with Ritz Carlton Golf Club and Spa. Guests can enjoy fine dining on-site and extraordinary shopping and Orlando nightlife nearby. And while Marriott is notorious for the astounding resorts it has established across the globe, this resort will feature some revolutionary floor-plans. Six types of spacious villa are available and range from 1,185 to 1,655 square feet of lavish Marriott living space to enjoy on your vacation.

“We are thrilled to open the doors of the stunning new resort in one of Orlando’s most prestigious settings, “ said Lee Cunningham, executive vice president and chief operating office for Marriott Vacations Club, North America and the Caribbean. “We are constantly striving to meet and exceed our Owners’ and Guests’ expectations and we believe Marriott’s Lakeshore Reserve will truly impress everyone.” For the first time in North America, Marriott Vacation Club has introduced two-story townhomes in addition to traditional two- and three-bedroom configurations.

Marriott Vacation Club is a world leader in vacation ownership with over 50 resorts and over 12,000 magnificent suites though the U.S., Caribbean, Europe and Asia. As the timeshare concept has gained popularity over the past years, the resale market is becoming the choice way to acquire a lifelong relationship with Marriott Vacation Club resorts. Do not hesitate to keep vacationing and vacation for less money than ever, with BuyATimeshare.com and the resale market securing inexpensive luxury vacations to millions of travelers around the globe!