http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com a timeshare blog from HolidayGroup.com Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:18:40 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Interview with Bruce Kinnaman, Chief Finance Officer, Holiday Group Where did you stay and how did you like it? The Oasis Resort, in Palm Springs, California. It's a Vacation Internationale resort. I stayed in a two-bedroom, two-bath villa with a full kitchen and full-size washer and dryer. It also included two one-speed, ... http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com/2009/my-timeshare-trip-to-oasis-resort-in-palm-springs-california/ For decades, Las Vegas has had a reputation for being an inexpensive getaway. Food, entertainment and even hotels were always affordable since the casinos made their money on their guests’ gambling. However, something between then and now changed and the location isn’t as “cheap” as it used to be -- ... http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com/2009/destination-las-vegas-on-the-cheap/ If you own a timeshare at a resort that is affiliated with Interval International, I do hope that you are reading the mailings and the publications that you are getting on a regular basis. All too often, timeshare owners fall into the “I know everything about my timeshare, so I don’t ... http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com/2009/focus-on-interval-international/ The news from the 11th annual Vacation Ownership Investment Conference (VOIC) in Orlando can be described as "mixed." There were lots of data slides presented showing declines in average room rates, consumer confidence, annual leisure travel as well as at least one prediction of a US$2-4 billion decrease in timeshare sales ... http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com/2009/reporting-from-the-vacation-ownership-investment-conference/ Interview with Mike Camden, Holiday Group Web Developer Where did you stay and how did you like it? Kauai Beach Villas. The staff was very accommodating and friendly. They seemed to be always on hand to answer my questions. I also liked the size of the resort--it was just small enough to be ... http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com/2009/destination-kauai-my-kauai-timeshare-trip/ Q: I have been contacted by a timeshare resale company that wants to list my timeshare for sales. They want $500 up front, which means I would gain about $4000. I do not know much about these time share "realtors," but I am in the mood to sell, since my ... http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com/2009/september-2009-q-a/ Here are four brief, informative interviews with actual timeshare owners that help to illustrate the real world convenience and value of timesharing, as well as the advantages of vacation ownership versus traditional hotel-based vacationing. Timeshare Value http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com/2009/timeshare-vs-hotels/ An interview with Joanna Gromadzka, Holiday Research Department. Where did you stay and how did you like it? We stayed at Maui Lea at Maui Hill Resort. The resort on its own is an attraction, designed in an old colonial style. It’s also very well maintained and surrounded by flowering trees and ... http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com/2009/destination-maui-it-was-a-dream-trip/ Scottsdale, Arizona is a desert hotspot, and this time we’re not talking summer heat! This Phoenix suburb has always been teeming with golf, shopping, and upscale dining. But now you can add a happening nightlife to the mix - think Palm Springs meets Miami. Here you will find trendy cocktail lounges, wine ... http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com/2009/destination-scottsdale-arizona-one-hot-destination/ Notice: Please consider participating in Holiday’s upcoming webinar, “What Is a Home Owners Association and Why Should You Care?" The free virtual seminar will take place on Thursday July 30th from 5:30 to 6:00 pm PDT. Special guests will include Lisa Ann Schreirer and others. There will be a question ... http://timeshare.holidaygroup.com/2009/what%e2%80%99s-an-hoa-and-why-should-i-care/