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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:
      19,458
      Messages:
      204,813

      1. Free Timeshare Giveaways and Bargain Deals

      2. Ratings of Timeshare Related Businesses

      Latest: Two timeshares to GIVEAWAY getridoftimeshare, Oct 13, 2019 at 6:31 PM
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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:
      13,539
      Messages:
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      1. Ask Dial an Exchange(DAE)

      2. Ask Trading Places International (TPI)

      3. Ask Platinum Interchange

      4. Ask RCI (Read/Search Only)

      Latest: Interval International - Marriott Exchange JohnB3, Oct 13, 2019 at 6:43 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:
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      Latest: California bans hotels from using tiny plastic bottles GetawaysRus, Oct 13, 2019 at 6:05 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!
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Westgate cancellation Passepartout, Oct 13, 2019 at 3:21 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 $115/night or $800/wk. 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 $800/week or $115/day.

      Rentals more than 45 days out should be placed in the regular TUG Timeshare Marketplace.
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Pet Friendly - 2 Bed/2 Bath Destin! TilleyGirl, Oct 13, 2019 at 5:18 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 $800/week.
      Discussions:
      4,535
      Messages:
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      Latest: Vancouver 3 nights 10/14-10/17 headoflife, Oct 13, 2019 at 12:41 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:
      84,338
      Latest: How many actually book Home week dayooper, Oct 13, 2019 at 6:03 PM
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    2. Marriott Vacation Club

      Discussion of Marriott Timeshare Resorts, Marriott Vacation Club, and Marriott Destination Points memberships!
      Discussions:
      25,408
      Messages:
      329,960
      Latest: Bulk toiletries...it does not look good mpumilia, Oct 13, 2019 at 7:03 PM
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    3. Vistana Signature Experiences (formerly Starwood)

      Discussions about the Westin / Sheraton branded Timeshare network
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      Messages:
      153,148
      Latest: USD/MXN impact on the Lagunamar budget blondietink, Oct 13, 2019 at 6:06 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:
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      Messages:
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      1. Worldmark The Club

      Latest: Wyndham New York City dgalati, Oct 13, 2019 at 7:00 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: Waiting on ROFR from Aulani littlestar, Oct 10, 2019 at 9:20 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
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      Messages:
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      Latest: View From the Balcony vol_90, Oct 11, 2019 at 9:19 PM
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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:
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      1. Hyatt Residence Club

      2. Bluegreen Vacations

      Latest: Question about reservations in Hyatt RC system Gophesjo, Oct 13, 2019 at 4:55 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:
      5,272
      Messages:
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      Latest: Still unable to book for 2021 at Presidential Villas at Plantation Resort rickandcindy23, Oct 13, 2019 at 11:49 AM
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    2. US - Florida Timesharing

      Discussion of Florida Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing activities/tips for vacations in Florida!
      Discussions:
      5,585
      Messages:
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      Latest: Help with planning last-minute Orlando trip with family THIS CHRISTMAS TheHolleys87, Oct 10, 2019 at 12:01 PM
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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: Chicago,Il pianodinosaur, Oct 6, 2019
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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: Help in which resort to stay at around Palm Desert or Palm Springs area EZ-ED, Oct 12, 2019 at 8:02 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: Help! Big Island - Beaches, Manta Rays, “Snorkeling”... BDMX2, Oct 13, 2019 at 1:21 PM
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    6. Canada Timesharing

      Discuss Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing tips, information and advice for your next vacation to Canada!
      Discussions:
      1,043
      Messages:
      15,175
      Latest: Cornerstone Vacation Ownership T-Dot-Traveller, Oct 13, 2019 at 9:36 AM
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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:
      3,159
      Messages:
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      Latest: Margaritaville St Thomas--yes or no? RNCollins, Oct 12, 2019 at 5:10 AM
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    8. Mexico Timesharing

      Discussion of Mexican Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing activities, tips and advice for vacations in Mexico!
      Discussions:
      7,670
      Messages:
      73,967
      Latest: Need advise new Vidanta victim pianodinosaur, Oct 13, 2019 at 12:07 PM
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    9. European Timesharing

      Discuss Timeshare resorts and Timesharing help, information and advice for vacations in Europe!
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Scotland Glynda, Oct 8, 2019 at 7:07 PM
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    10. International Timesharing

      Discussion of International Timeshare Resorts and information not covered by other dedicated forums.
      Discussions:
      1,350
      Messages:
      10,046
      Latest: Mt. Amanzi Maintenance Fees Doug.Kaya, Oct 11, 2019 at 1:40 AM
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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:
      30,103
      Messages:
      384,264
      Latest: Post the Best Picture you took today easyrider, Oct 13, 2019 at 6:59 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: TUGBBS forum breaks 98,000 users! pedro47, Oct 5, 2019
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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.
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      Latest: TUG celebrates 26th birthday! cerralee, Oct 13, 2019 at 9:57 AM
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