AC's from II for 2009 Marriott deposits

[Phillie]

last year I did

I got my ACs last year three months after depositing. I called once a week until I finally got it. The expiration date was that of the day I called not the time I deposited my weeks which confirms one of the previous posts experiences. So far this year I deposited only one week so far and got an AC. Now I am just waiting so that the epxiration of the next one is after labor day next year so I can use it for a summer flex time vacation.

 

[buzzy]

I got my ACs last year three months after depositing. I called once a week until I finally got it. The expiration date was that of the day I called not the time I deposited my weeks which confirms one of the previous posts experiences. So far this year I deposited only one week so far and got an AC. Now I am just waiting so that the epxiration of the next one is after labor day next year so I can use it for a summer flex time vacation.

So since it starts to expire from the date you called, how long can you wait to call? I would think that at some point it would be too late and II would not allow it. For instance, if I wanted to use the AC in December of 09, am I able to call December 08 when I deposited my unit in Febuary of 08?

 

[Phillie]

do they ever stop offering an AC?

You ask a good question. If they are offering an AC for 2009 week at some MVCI, would they ever stop offering months later because the demand has subsided or some other reason?

 

[Big Matt]

This is a real possibility. ACs are given for the purpose of getting more valuable deposits that will match requests. If there are plenty of deposits then there is not a need to offer an AC.

You ask a good question. If they are offering an AC for 2009 week at some MVCI, would they ever stop offering months later because the demand has subsided or some other reason?

 

[thinze3]

Just put in a request first ongoing search, or if it's just for other Marriotts then use the Marriott internal exchange request allowing you to request past your unit's check in date.

The only down side is that if they do offer an AC, you'll have to deposit and do the request again losing your place in line.

I deposited my April '09 MLE and requested a 2BR Ko'Olina for July '09 through Marriott's "internal exchange". Later I changed my MLE reservation to week 26 and was able to keep my original April exchange request date and exchange request number. My week came in soon afterwards.

The only thing I could see different was the fact that not changes could be made online. You had to call Marriott.


Terry

 

[sdtugger]

This is a real possibility. ACs are given for the purpose of getting more valuable deposits that will match requests. If there are plenty of deposits then there is not a need to offer an AC.

Earlier this summer the II website said that I would receive an AC for my Branson July 4 1 bedroom if I deposited it. That was also confirmed by an II rep. I just checked again today and there are no AC's offered for May, June, or July Branson deposits. I was waiting to extend the use date of the AC. It looks like that was a big mistake . . .

 

[jesuis1837]

I'm confused... i really dont know how some of you were able to get an AC AFTER you had deposit it!!! I called again this evening and the II rep clearly told me that if i deposit today my week and in 2 days they starts offering AC then I WONT BE ELIGIBLE AS AC ARENT RETROACTIVE!!! I told him i heard different story from that but he clearly told me there is no way an AC should be retroactive. It wont happen again if it ever have been before... As far from MMC, he told me too that it is only in Oct/NOV they might release AC for MMC IF they need summer dates... Not good for us owners.. doesnt look like we are attractive to II tis year...

 

[Big Matt]

Well you need to call them and get your AC. If they told you that you would get it, they need to place one in your account.

Earlier this summer the II website said that I would receive an AC for my Branson July 4 1 bedroom if I deposited it. That was also confirmed by an II rep. I just checked again today and there are no AC's offered for May, June, or July Branson deposits. I was waiting to extend the use date of the AC. It looks like that was a big mistake . . .

 

[Big Matt]

Terry,
that's great news. I'm going to do such a request tomorrow.

I deposited my April '09 MLE and requested a 2BR Ko'Olina for July '09 through Marriott's "internal exchange". Later I changed my MLE reservation to week 26 and was able to keep my original April exchange request date and exchange request number. My week came in soon afterwards.

The only thing I could see different was the fact that not changes could be made online. You had to call Marriott.


Terry

 

[leskiw]

I'm confused... i really dont know how some of you were able to get an AC AFTER you had deposit it!!! I called again this evening and the II rep clearly told me that if i deposit today my week and in 2 days they starts offering AC then I WONT BE ELIGIBLE AS AC ARENT RETROACTIVE!!! I told him i heard different story from that but he clearly told me there is no way an AC should be retroactive. It wont happen again if it ever have been before... As far from MMC, he told me too that it is only in Oct/NOV they might release AC for MMC IF they need summer dates... Not good for us owners.. doesnt look like we are attractive to II tis year...

Bad news, but at least we have a clear answer, thanks for checking and letting us know.

Dave

 

[jesuis1837]

Big Matt talked about putting a request first at II. If i understand it, II has to find us the exchange we want and if it that happens THEN we give them our week. No Ac given. If they are still searching for a match (let's say in 2-3 months) and AC are offer for MMC i can call II and cancel my request first. Called them later to DEPOSIT my week and i will get the AC.. Is that right?

What i dont understand is the Marriott internal thing... on my case, i want to be at either Marriott resort i'm targeting and nothing else and for july 4-11 2009 only so it is quite strict as request i know... Should i put the online request first with II or am i better to call the Marriott desk? Cam they out a request first like II Thanks for helping me out!

 

[tompk]

I believe the "internal request" he is referring to is via Interval Intl.

 

[Mr. Vker]

What are the costs and procedure to extend an AC?

 

[thinze3]

Big Matt talked about putting a request first at II. If i understand it, II has to find us the exchange we want and if it that happens THEN we give them our week. No Ac given. If they are still searching for a match (let's say in 2-3 months) and AC are offer for MMC i can call II and cancel my request first. Called them later to DEPOSIT my week and i will get the AC.. Is that right?

That is correct, but don't forget the trade request date will start all over.

What i dont understand is the Marriott internal thing... on my case, i want to be at either Marriott resort i'm targeting and nothing else and for july 4-11 2009 only so it is quite strict as request i know... Should i put the online request first with II or am i better to call the Marriott desk? Cam they out a request first like II Thanks for helping me out!

Call the Marriottt desk at II and tell them you want to do a request first. If you do it online, I belive you will have to request multiple dates and/or multiple resorts. With Marriott internal exchange you can be much more selective and even request beyond your booked date at your home resort as mentioned above.


Terry

 

[jesuis1837]

thanks! will do tomorrow!

 

[sdtugger]

Well you need to call them and get your AC. If they told you that you would get it, they need to place one in your account.

They WERE offering an AC, but I didn't deposit because I wanted to extend the use date for my AC. So, NOW that I'm ready to deposit they are NOT offering an AC. I'd love to call and ask, but if I were II I'd just tell me that I waited too long to deposit. Do I still have a chance at an AC?

 

[potchak]

I just checked all of my units- MMC, MSE, Timberlodge,and Waiohai, and none of them are getting an AC for 2009. This was after I recieved a notice requesting my Timberlodge plat summer and offering an AC (this was a couple of months ago)

 

[lll1929]

What are the costs and procedure to extend an AC?

These can NOT be extended which is why so many go un-used.

 

[lovearuba]

Interval AC not offered

Hi
I have also been pondering whether I want to deposit my 2bdroom aruba ocean club and two weeks ago Interval website showed it would offer an AC. I checked after reading this and it no longer shows that. I'll just keep my week.

 

[Phillie]

just call II

I too cecked after writing my post from a few days ago. I saw it was not available for my MGO June 2009. I called the Marriott desk at II and is it available so something with the system, not a surprise. So dont freak out if you dont see it online, try calling them too.

 

[potchak]

I too cecked after writing my post from a few days ago. I saw it was not available for my MGO June 2009. I called the Marriott desk at II and is it available so something with the system, not a surprise. So dont freak out if you dont see it online, try calling them too.

hmm, I wonder then if AC's are being offered for MMC then?

 

[sdtugger]

I too cecked after writing my post from a few days ago. I saw it was not available for my MGO June 2009. I called the Marriott desk at II and is it available so something with the system, not a surprise. So dont freak out if you dont see it online, try calling them too.

I called as well and they were offering an AC for my Branson week that I could no longer see online, so I deposited. I haven't seen the AC in my account yet, but I was told I would receive an AC.

 

[vacationlover2]

I called today about my MSE and no offer yet.

 

[potchak]

I called as well, they said they are still accepting them through Oct this year, but nothing for next year yet for MSE, MMC

 

[icydog]

I called yesterday and spoke with the customer service department. It was a NO GO!! Just as you have all described they had no dates for the issuance of MMC or MSE ACs. I asked for a manager to call me back. I'm still waiting....:zzz: