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Timeshare Users Group Online Discussion Forums

  1. Timesharing

    Discussions about timesharing and how to get the most out of it.

    1. Buying, Selling & Renting Timeshares

      Discuss all aspects of buying, selling and renting timeshares here. No advertising allowed!
      Discussions:
      18,703
      Messages:
      195,961

      1. Bargain Deals

      2. Ratings of Timeshare Related Businesses

      Latest: Newton Group Transfers LannyPC, Jan 16, 2019 at 11:54 AM
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    2. Exchanging Timeshares

      Discuss all aspects of exchanging timeshare intervals here including RCI Points, whether through Exchange Companies (RCI, II and Others), or directly with other owners. Please no advertisements which belong elsewhere on TUG. Ads will be deleted.
      Discussions:
      13,265
      Messages:
      119,963

      1. Ask Dial an Exchange(DAE)

      2. Ask Trading Places International (TPI)

      3. Ask Platinum Interchange

      4. Ask RCI (Read/Search Only)

      Latest: A faster way of searching in Interval? DannyTS, Jan 16, 2019 at 1:04 PM
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    3. Vacation Travel Information

      This is the place to post Vacation travel tips and ask questions related to traveling on vacation. Camping, RV, Cruising, Air Travel, Discounts/coupons, basically any vacation travel tips or info are discussed here!
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
      72,697
      Latest: Somebody needs to pinch me because I must be in a long dream-like state or euphoria Luanne, Jan 16, 2019 at 2:02 PM
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    4. New to Timesharing? Look Here!

      This is the forum where anyone can go for help with Timeshares and Timesharing. Absolutely nothing is a "stupid question" when it comes to Timeshares ask away!
      Discussions:
      3,153
      Messages:
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      Latest: How to rent a timeshare mpumilia, Jan 15, 2019 at 5:21 PM
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  2. Last Minute Timeshare Rentals

    Rentals offered and wanted up to 45 days into the future can be entered here. Maximum asking price in public posts is $100/night. Rentals more than 45 days out should be placed in the regular TUG Timeshare Marketplace.

    1. Timeshare Rentals Offered

      Rentals of actual resort time (not points) with start dates 45 days or less into the future and Maximum rental rate $700/week or $100/day.

      Rentals more than 45 days out should be placed in the regular TUG Timeshare Marketplace.
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
      19,492
      Latest: Grand Mayan 1 BR 2/9 - 2/16 Trevor, Jan 16, 2019 at 12:02 PM
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    2. Timeshare Rentals Wanted

      Rentals wanted, 45 days or less into the future can be requested here.
      Rental requests more than 45 days out should be placed in the regular TUG Timeshare Marketplace. Maximum rental rate for replies in this section is $700/week.
      Discussions:
      4,010
      Messages:
      9,251
      Latest: Need 3 separate weeks in Pompano/Lauderdale area Starting 1/26, 2/2 and 2/9 Eudemis, Jan 16, 2019 at 12:55 PM
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  3. Timeshare Resort Systems

    Discussions about individual Timeshare Resort Systems and ownership programs.

    1. Hilton Grand Vacations Club / HGVC

      Discussions about Hilton resorts and Hilton Grand Vacation Club
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Kohala vs. Kings' Land rickandcindy23, Jan 16, 2019 at 2:00 PM
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    2. Marriott Vacation Club

      Discussion of Marriott Timeshare Resorts, Marriott Vacation Club, and Marriott Destination Points memberships!
      Discussions:
      24,537
      Messages:
      314,302
      Latest: Summit Watch versus Mountainside Marathoner, Jan 16, 2019 at 1:58 PM
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    3. Vistana Signature Experiences (formerly Starwood)

      Discussions about the Westin / Sheraton branded Timeshare network
      Discussions:
      9,999
      Messages:
      144,837
      Latest: AA Miles Now Given for Presentations? controller1, Jan 16, 2019 at 2:00 PM
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    4. Wyndham Vacation Resorts

      Discussion of Wyndham Timeshare Systems: Club Wyndham, Wyndham Asia Pacific, Shell Vacations, Equivest, Pahio, Trendwest & Cendent
      Discussions:
      10,597
      Messages:
      127,057

      1. Worldmark The Club

      Latest: Deposit points into Wyndham rewards 55plus, Jan 16, 2019 at 12:54 PM
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    5. Disney Vacation Club - DVC

      Sub-forum for topics specifically regarding the Disney Vacation Club system (DVC)
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: DVC Direct Price Increase ljmiii, Jan 16, 2019 at 10:49 AM
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    6. Diamond Resorts International / Embarc Resorts

      Discussions about Diamond Resorts International and Embarc - Club Intrawest Timeshares as well as DRI Points
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Diamond Resorts 30,000 Purchase Recission Question Iggyearl, Jan 16, 2019 at 10:44 AM
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    7. All Other Timeshare Systems

      Discussion of other timeshare systems and fractionals that do not have dedicated forums (e.g. VRI, Bluegreen, Westgate, HICV etc.)
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
      41,973

      1. Hyatt Residence Club

      2. Bluegreen Vacations

      Latest: Just Passed ROFR Sapper, Jan 16, 2019 at 12:46 PM
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  4. Timeshare Resort Regions

    Discussion of Timeshares and Timesharing in various geographical areas of the world!

    1. US - Eastern States Timesharing

      Discuss Timeshare resorts and Timesharing in the following States: CT DE GA ME MD MA NC NH NJ NY PA RI SC VA VT WV
      Discussions:
      5,181
      Messages:
      46,344
      Latest: Time of year for new york city? Tamaradarann, Jan 15, 2019 at 6:20 PM
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    2. US - Florida Timesharing

      Discussion of Florida Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing activities/tips for vacations in Florida!
      Discussions:
      5,493
      Messages:
      50,771
      Latest: TUG Get Together #2 January 16,2019 silentg, Jan 16, 2019 at 11:25 AM
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    3. US - Central States Timesharing

      Discuss Timeshare resorts and Timesharing information in the following States: AL AR IL IN IA KY LA MI MN MS MO OK OH SD TN TX WI
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Palm Beach Resort, formerly Escapes, Orange Beach, AL RNCollins, Jan 15, 2019 at 1:31 AM
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    4. US - Western States Timesharing

      Discuss Timeshare resorts and Timesharing information in the following States: AZ CA CO ID MT NV NM OR UT WA WY
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Planning a trip to Colorado CO skier, Jan 15, 2019 at 10:58 PM
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    5. US - Hawaii Timesharing

      Discussion of Hawaii Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing activities/tips for vacations in Hawaii!
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      1. Kauai Beach Villas IOA Public Square

      Latest: Maui and a Molokai Trip SandyPGravel, Jan 16, 2019 at 10:53 AM
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    6. Canada Timesharing

      Discuss Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing tips, information and advice for your next vacation to Canada!
      Discussions:
      1,024
      Messages:
      14,887
      Latest: Lake Okanagan Resort contract buyout Cathy Drader, Jan 15, 2019 at 9:46 PM
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    7. Caribbean Timesharing

      Discuss Timeshare resorts and share Timesharing vacation information, tips, advice and help for resorts in the Caribbean!
      Discussions:
      3,091
      Messages:
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      Latest: There is nothing available in the Caribbean Tia, Jan 15, 2019 at 2:53 PM
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    8. Mexico Timesharing

      Discussion of Mexican Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing activities, tips and advice for vacations in Mexico!
      Discussions:
      7,470
      Messages:
      71,508
      Latest: Grand Luxxe membership levels pittle, Jan 16, 2019 at 1:59 PM
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    9. European Timesharing

      Discuss Timeshare resorts and Timesharing help, information and advice for vacations in Europe!
      Discussions:
      1,305
      Messages:
      12,530
      Latest: Best Timeshares for Skiing Alps JeffC, Jan 15, 2019 at 3:23 PM
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    10. International Timesharing

      Discussion of International Timeshare Resorts and information not covered by other dedicated forums.
      Discussions:
      1,327
      Messages:
      9,909
      Latest: South America? Steve Fatula, Jan 16, 2019 at 1:13 PM
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  5. General Discussion

    Hang out with thousands of other owners to discuss anything not directly related to Timeshares!

    1. TUG Lounge

      The place for all discussions that don't fit into the other defined forum areas. Posts discussing politics, religion, and controversial social issues that are not directly related to timesharing are not permitted.
      Discussions:
      28,242
      Messages:
      360,687
      Latest: So, where's everyone going next year? Phydeaux, Jan 16, 2019 at 1:16 PM
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  6. TUG Help & Information

    Discussions about TUG membership, forum questions or any general discussion about TUG itself

    1. About TUG BBS

      The place to discuss this bulletin board, its features, etc. Discussion of all other aspects of TUG should be placed in About the Rest of TUG forum.
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      Latest: Alerts without emails? Steve Fatula, Jan 15, 2019 at 4:37 PM
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    2. About the Rest of TUG

      The place to discuss Timeshare Users Group and its features other than this bulletin board. Place topics not fitting in other forums in TUG Lounge.
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: amusing referral notation TUGBrian, Jan 14, 2019 at 1:30 AM
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