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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:
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      Messages:
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      1. Bargain Deals

      2. Ratings of Timeshare Related Businesses

      Latest: We have until 12/21/18 to rescind...please need honest advice taterhed, Dec 17, 2018 at 12:00 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:
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      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: Timeshare Resort Fees Are you ok with them? chalee94, Dec 17, 2018 at 11:50 AM
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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: Take Advantage of Air Canada's Latest Offers (Canadian & U.S. Travelers) am1, Dec 17, 2018 at 12:22 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: My Survey SeansGravy, Dec 17, 2018 at 11:04 AM
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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:
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      Latest: Dunes Village Resort, Myrtle Beach, December 21-28 $600 Lincoln520, Dec 17, 2018 at 10:47 AM
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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:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Coasta Rica - Anywhere 25-31st Dec bluebee_sky, Dec 16, 2018 at 5:33 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
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      Messages:
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      Latest: RCI access from mobile app? PigsDad, Dec 17, 2018 at 12:11 PM
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    2. Marriott Vacation Club

      Discussion of Marriott Timeshare Resorts, Marriott Vacation Club, and Marriott Destination Points memberships!
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Sales Presentation at Oceana Palms skyequeen, Dec 17, 2018 at 12:23 PM
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    3. Vistana Signature Experiences (formerly Starwood)

      Discussions about the Westin / Sheraton branded Timeshare network
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Nanea Owners Update Dec '18 (New Tactic) youknowthenight, Dec 17, 2018 at 12:15 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: Trying to decide if need to rescind Jstowell555, Dec 17, 2018 at 12:26 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: Large DVC Annual Dues Increase for 2019 RX8, Dec 17, 2018 at 8:00 AM
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    6. 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. Diamond Resorts International / Embarc Resorts

      2. Hyatt Residence Club

      Latest: Silverleaf Owners beware of HIVC conversion. Jadams, Dec 17, 2018 at 9:28 AM
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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:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Manhattan Club Maintenance Fee Problems chefcristo, Dec 17, 2018 at 10:50 AM
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    2. US - Florida Timesharing

      Discussion of Florida Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing activities/tips for vacations in Florida!
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
      50,571
      Latest: TUG Orlando get together Jan 23, 2019 silentg, Dec 17, 2018 at 11:39 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: Palace View by Spinnaker Miss Marty, Dec 13, 2018 at 11:47 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: Do Denver car rentals come with winter tires? taterhed, Dec 17, 2018 at 11:52 AM
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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: Woman swept away at Queen’s Bath vacationhopeful, Dec 16, 2018 at 5:33 PM
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    6. Canada Timesharing

      Discuss Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing tips, information and advice for your next vacation to Canada!
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Lake Okanagan Resort contract buyout ecwinch, Dec 16, 2018 at 9:57 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:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: SXM Arrivals and Departures Halls Operational RNCollins, Dec 17, 2018 at 1:56 AM
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    8. Mexico Timesharing

      Discussion of Mexican Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing activities, tips and advice for vacations in Mexico!
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
      71,157
      Latest: Survey: Who uses and who does not use VIDA dollars with Vidanta resorts hurnik, Dec 17, 2018 at 10:14 AM
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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: Marriott's Club Son Antem Pompey Family, Dec 17, 2018 at 3:06 AM
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    10. International Timesharing

      Discussion of International Timeshare Resorts and information not covered by other dedicated forums.
      Discussions:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Bucket list - South Africa trip LisaH, Dec 5, 2018
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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:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: The Mi-24-'Hind' - 10 Amazing Facts About the Cold War's Deadliest Helicopter plpgma, Dec 17, 2018 at 12:01 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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      Messages:
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      Latest: Perhaps 48 hours to delete or edit a post is still too long pedro47, Dec 6, 2018
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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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      Latest: Free TUG Newsletter TUGBrian, Dec 15, 2018 at 1:25 PM
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