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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

      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: FREE: Sheraton Broadway Plantation - Gold - 2 Bedroom hypnotiq, Jun 20, 2018 at 11:07 AM
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    2. Exchanging

      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: Exchanging-Reviews help-Have you written yours? Friendly Nudge jwalk03, Jun 20, 2018 at 10:35 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: Anyone deal with "Travel with Alan" out of Lynnwood, WA ? Passepartout, Jun 20, 2018 at 12:12 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: How do I get out of a timeshare deal after the rescind period geist1223, Jun 20, 2018 at 10:45 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: Jun22-29/18, $490: VACATION VILLAS BONAVENTURE, Weston, FL. 1BR, SL 4,K Mlev, Jun 20, 2018 at 12:17 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:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Need New Orleans July 5 or 6 thru July 9 chapjim, Jun 20, 2018 at 9:13 AM
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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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      Latest: Awful check-in experience at Marbrisa; need advice HGVC Lover, Jun 20, 2018 at 12:48 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: Orlando with family of 8 - 3BR preferred dioxide45, Jun 20, 2018 at 12:27 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: Offer Help - Westin Lagunamar DannyTS, Jun 20, 2018 at 11:49 AM
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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: Minimum purchase to enroll a PIC Braindead, Jun 20, 2018 at 12:46 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: Disney parking fees for RCI exchanges. What is the verdict? Dean, Jun 20, 2018 at 11:53 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: Sampler Just Purchased in Arizona BrendaCaudillo, Jun 20, 2018 at 12:34 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:
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      Messages:
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      Latest: List of Things to do in Williamsburg Miss Marty, Jun 20, 2018 at 11:03 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:
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      Latest: Underwater sculpture museum set to open on Florida's Emerald Coast RNCollins, Jun 15, 2018 at 2:52 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: Branson: Grand Regency and the Colonnade have shut down Beetlesmoothie, Jun 19, 2018 at 6:44 PM
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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: Disneyland experts? sfwilshire, Jun 19, 2018 at 3:40 PM
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    5. US - Hawaii Timesharing

      Discussion of Hawaii Timeshare Resorts and Timesharing activities/tips for vacations in Hawaii!
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Ka’anapali Beach Club 2 Bedroom JIMinNC, Jun 20, 2018 at 9:31 AM
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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: [ 2012 ] Fairmont / Sunchaser / Northwynd official thread with lawsuit info! Spark1, Jun 19, 2018 at 8:02 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: Have you sold TS at Windjammer Landing St Lucia? prfisher, Jun 16, 2018 at 12:35 PM
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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:
      69,418
      Latest: Good news about the development of Puerto Vallarta region easyrider, Jun 20, 2018 at 2:38 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:
      12,344
      Latest: Is Going to France to See the TDF Nuts? wdinner, Jun 16, 2018 at 4:00 PM
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    10. International Timesharing

      Discussion of International Timeshare Resorts and information not covered by other dedicated forums.
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      Messages:
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      Latest: Our 60th Birthdays Are Coming Up...Where Should I Go? TravelTime, Jun 20, 2018 at 2:50 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:
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      Messages:
      340,906
      Latest: Now Good Grief Walmart clifffaith, Jun 20, 2018 at 12:48 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: Crew title silentg, Jun 20, 2018 at 1:00 AM
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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: Brian, anyway to find history of my membership years ago? pedro47, Jun 18, 2018 at 1:39 PM
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