I'm thinking about taking a mini trip to Orlando with my wife. I've seen numerous timeshares that give you 3 nights stay and free Universal tickets for listening to their 90 minute presentation. I've never done this before and I was wondering if it's worth it?
2007-01-07 08:41:57 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ Travel (General) ➔ Other - Destinations
Ewwww, Florida! No, it SO not worth it!
2007-01-07 08:43:12 · answer #1 · answered by Zebra4 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were going to go to Orlando anyway I would say the answer is yes. If you live outside of Florida then the answer is probably no. If you are firm in your resolve to not buy the timeshare at least pretend to be interested; the salesperson can either make the 90 min pleasant or thoroughly distasteful.
I have done this before and the savings on the park tickets is worth 90 minutes of your time. I have not heard of any of the time share places that will give you a three night stay as well but if you have it in writing it is probably correct.
2007-01-07 08:50:38 · answer #2 · answered by hernandoguy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My fiance and I did a time share trip In South Carolina. The hotel was originally $109 a night but we paid $63 for 4 days and 3 nights and we were offered everything the timeshare owners were offered In the hotel complimentary breakfast, lunch, dinners any games the staff was playing on the beach. The staff treated us very well and we had a good time. We did attend the presentation (that's when you get your tickets for what was offered) and these people try very hard to sell and they're very good at It too! So If you like to get away for a discounted price have fun but be aware the sales representatives make their money from you.......good luck!
2007-01-07 08:54:38 · answer #3 · answered by passion 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I work the time share presentation pretty well to get a vacation for next to nothing. 3 nights is not enough...Most places will give you 5.
Try the Westin and the Marriot in Maui. If you call them and ask for prices, they’ll invite you for 5 nights each. Back to Back them and you have 10 nights.
BUT! DO NOT BE A WHIMP! These people will do anything to make you feel stupid and guilty for not buying. Tell the guy up front you are not buying! He has 90 minuets and when he’s done you are leaving.
2007-01-09 11:18:22 · answer #4 · answered by John M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IF you are going to be in Orlando anyway, then go for it. I would pick anyplace else but there to do a trip. Very aggressive sales people..and not all are deeded for life tmshares.! very important fact.... We own 3 timeshare weeks in florida but on west coast. better trade value. we have gone to many presentations but for only tickets or gifts . they tell you 90 minutes, but could end up being over 3 hours if they are persistent and sense you are willing to BUY! you must be upfront and tell them you probably are NOT interested in purchasing one at THIS time.
after the first salesman gets done with you, they turn you over to the big guy......who then brings in the boss. do what I did.......(and it was the truth)..I told them that we already owned and were just looking to see if we would like to EXCHANGE into their resort for future reference. also, that my sister was a broker in florida for timeshares and we get better deals thru her......! they left us alone and we got the goodies! (*sidenote....we love our timeshares. used and exchange all the time) You should know that you ONLY want to buy a DEEDED FOR LIFE timeshare. (and cant get one of those outside the USA) you DO NOT want to buy points timeshares.....or ones that are only for so many years and then expire.
we got ours from foreclosure deals at our resort (4 WINDS OF LONGBOAT KEY) and paid 75% less than you would at a presentation!
2007-01-07 10:00:46 · answer #5 · answered by STARZ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe, if you are desperate for any trip. Typically they rip you off. You will probably leave late at night and return early AM so you really only get one day. You also get cheap accomodations and you have to pay to updgrade. Sometimes you even have to pay taxes. You also have to pay all other costs besides airfare and bored. It's up to you. This has just been my experience trying to redeam my free trips.
2007-01-07 08:44:57 · answer #6 · answered by moonman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no website where you can get free travel package. You have to be invited to a meeting to get it and did you know You have to pay $50.
2016-05-23 04:26:50 · answer #7 · answered by Deborah 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never done it but the hassle of the sales people alone makes me want to just get my own hotel room!
2007-01-07 10:27:37 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I work for a timeshare and you get what they say ......but be aware there salesmen are VERY good you will probley buy one!
2007-01-07 08:43:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would never do this. There is probably a catch and if it is too good to be true it probably is.
2007-01-07 08:43:13 · answer #10 · answered by Dana Katherine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋