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  1. simpsontruckdriver

    Central Florida clouds

    I've always admired clouds. They are nothing more than water droplets and dust. Here in central Florida, we can watch a small puff of cloud grow into an afternoon thunderstorm, then evaporate as all its rain is depleted by the end of the day (lightning and thunder is a different story). Clouds'...
  2. Q

    Free HIVC Orange Lake

    Time share is paid off. Yearly points are 30,000. Yearly maintenance fees are: ~$350 Can Use points with RCI or transfer to IHG (will equal 24,000 IHG points, transfer to IHG ~$100) It looks like I paid maintenance fees for next year too so wouldn't have any dues until 1/1/2027. For home...
  3. J

    Orlando - Hilton Mystic Dunes Resort - 2 Bedroom - Oct 25 - Nov 1

    Hi everyone, I have a few Hilton Grand Vacations (Mystic Dunes Resort & Golf Club) rentals available at great last-minute rate. Oct 25 - Nov 1 📍 Resort: Mystic Dunes Resort & Golf Club – Kissimmee, FL 🏠 Units: Spacious 2-bedroom condos with full kitchens, washer/dryer, and access to pools...
  4. J

    Orlando - Mystic Dunes Resort - 2 Bedroom - Oct 5-12 + MORE DATES

    2 Bedroom at Mystic Dunes Resort Full Kitchen, beautiful rooms and resort. Lots of other October dates available for a similar price $750
  5. OverviewEffect

    Ocean Landings in Cocoa Beach FL Week 35 from Saturday Aug 30 - Sept 6th - $525

    Enjoy Labor Day weekend and the tail end of summer at Ocean Landings in Cocoa Beach, Florida. Close to Orlando destinations (Disney World, Universal Studios), surf lessons, Port Canaveral, and more. Oceanview 1BR unit that sleeps 4 - $525 for the whole week as a last-minute discounted rental...
  6. S

    Calling all independent resort owners!!! (FL)

    Hi all! I want to become a "zoombird," and am looking for advice on where to purchase. I'm primarily looking at independent resorts, as they tend to be more lax about allowing documented emotional support animals, as well as more affordable. I already own DVC, plus a deeded week at Oyster...
  7. OverviewEffect

    Ocean Landings Cocoa Beach FL - 2nd-Floor 1BR Oceanview Unit, II/RCI tradeable, $678 Annual MF, Week 35 (Labor Day Weekend start)

    We're looking to let go of our Ocean Landings timeshare in Cocoa Beach Florida, it's an oceanview one-bedroom w/kitchen. Great for NASA and Orlando trips (Disney World / Universal Studios), walk-out beach access, surfing lessons with Ron Jon surfshop nearby, and cruises through Port Canaveral...
  8. abrahamw88

    Destin FL or nearby 3/10-3/18 or similar dates

    Looking for a beachfront 3 bedroom in Destin or nearby. Needs to be around 3/10-3/18. Thanks in advance!
  9. J

    2 Units in Marriott's Cypress Harbour - Orlando, Fl , special season 1-17, 51-52

    Marriott's Cypress Harbour - Orlando, Fl Amazing resort with great location near Sea World 2 Units available Unit: 2 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8, full kitchen Special Season (weeks 1-17, 51-52) Maintenance Fee: 2025 has to be paid by buyer : $1,805.71 for each unit, due date 2025-01-16 Usage...
  10. O

    Free Timeshare by Disney World (Orlando, FL)

    2 bed / 2 bath with full kitchen condo timeshare at Legacy Vacation Resorts. 10 minute drive from Disney World located in Kissimmee, FL during week 52 (last week of the year). Kissimmee - Orlando Resort | Legacy Vacation Resorts Escape to Central Florida's most famous vacation destination and...
  11. S

    LAST MINUTE Miami Area Needed ~12/4/24 - 12/9/24

    Ideally looking for 2BR or at least one bedroom with pull out couch in living room to allow for privacy. Thanks!!
  12. L

    ORLANDO DEC 14-21, $800

    2 bed apartment that sleeps 8 in the North ViIllage of beautiful Orange Lake Resort in Kissimmee. 3 golf courses, 7 swimming pools, mini golf, tennis courts, lazy river……the list goes on. It’s such a great place that you won’t want to leave! My email is lucy.tardrew@mac.com or you can WhatsApp...
  13. stonebroke

    FREE - Holiday Beach Resort Phase II - 3 Bedroom/2 Bath - Week 3 - Destin Florida - 53,500 RCI Points - Annual FREE CLOSING!

    Holiday Beach Resort – Phase II Destin, Florida Fixed Week 3 – RCI Points Every Year 3 Bedroom/ 2 Bath Annual Maintenance fees (2024): $1119 Annual maintenance fees are due in January each year Next Due January 2025 53,500 annual RCI points seller willing to pay closing costs
  14. C

    Vacation Village at Parkway 2b/2b

    Free/Giveaway Vacation Village at Parkway FULLY PAID OFF. 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Week: 50 Building: 8 Unit: 8208 Maintenance Fee: 2024 MF has been paid: $1,210 https://www.vacationvillageresorts.com/vacation_village_parkway/index.html The location is very close to Disney. The next...
  15. 5

    Coconut Bay Resort 1br - 48,000 Yearly RCI Points Allocation

    48,000 Yearly RCI Points Allocation Coconut Bay Resort, Unit 315, Week 26, Broward County, Florida. Coconut Bay Resort, Annual Deeded Property, One Bedroom, One and a half Bathrooms. 2024 MF’s have been paid ($968.59), and are due on January 1st of every year. 2025 dues will need to be paid by...
  16. J

    Wk 10 Sandestin Florida 1 bdrm Spring Break $ 800 wk

    Have a 1 Bdrm at Bay Club at SanDestin. Silver Crown resort, Spring Break in Florida. Unit Size 636 sq ft and remodeled in the last year or so. Recent interior remodels make it very attractive. About a half mile to Gulf white sand beach access .. The resort's homepage is...
  17. simpsontruckdriver

    Florida Residents Specials at Walt Disney World

    From January 11 until late March (when Spring Break begins), Florida residents can save $50-$70 per day on multi-day single-park tickets (park-hopper is extra). TS
  18. M

    FREE Vacation Village at Palm Beach Shores - EOY Even - 1br - 2024 fees paid - free usage! Week 41. Seller pays Closing

    I offer for free, a Fixed week 41 at Palm Beach Shores Vacation Village Resort. The early October week would be a great time to spend a week on the beach in Florida. The deed is fully paid - nothing owed. We have exchanged with RCI Weeks in the past successfully. Most recently we have rented...
  19. ddavid1073

    Wyndham Clearwater Trip

    Hi all, Heading to Clearwater next week for a final shot at getting out of the cold here in NJ before Winter sets in. I was hoping some TUGGERS could give me some ideas of things they've done and enjoyed in that area. This is our first time in Clearwater. We like to bike on rail trails, hike...
  20. A

    Help Please. Need advice

    Hi. I am an Australian Citizen who bought into the Silverlake resort in Florida when on holidays back in 2018 which is now owned by Capital Vacations. I currently have 5 years left on the loan of the timeshare but unfortunately through poor service and communication ( I have documented all the...
  21. P

    Free Orlando Hilton Grand Vacation Resort - Las Palmeras (with enough details)

    1) Resort Name: Las Palmeras, a Hilton Grand Vacations Club 2) Resort Location: 9501 Universal Blvd., Orlando, Florida 32819 3) Number of Points: 2560 Gold 4) Frequency: every other year, odd years (2023, 2025...) 5) Unit size: studio Suites include master bedroom with king bed, separate...
  22. T

    7/1-7/8 Tropic Sun Towers -Ormond Beach, FL

    1 Bedroom Condo The one-bedroom units at Tropic Sun Towers feature a queen-sized bed and a queen-sized sleeper sofa in the living area. Enjoy cooking your favorite meals in the comfort of your condo with major appliances and essentials in the unit’s fully-equipped kitchen. Watch your favorite...
  23. R

    Question about units at Vacation Village Bonaventure

    Looking at an RCI exchange at Bonaventure. When looking for a 2-bedroom, I see two options: a unit that sleeps 6 (6/6) and one that sleeps 8 (8/8), however the resort info on both RCI and VV websites only mentions a 2-bedroom that sleeps 8. Wondering what the deal is here?
  24. J

    Rental Needed-Orlando-April 7th-April 14th (Dates are flexible if needed)

    I'm looking for a rental in Orlando (Preference April 7-14), dates can be flexible if needed. I prefer at least two bedrooms as we are a family of 4. If you have other rentals available in Florida, please let me know.
  25. Q

    Wanted One bedroom or 2 bedroom march 11-18 give or take studio will also do for 2 people prefer east coast

    Wanted One bedroom or 2 bedroom march 11-18 give or take studio will also do for 2 people who just need to get away. Ocean or gulf front would be amazing. Just need something to get out of dodge and away from drama. Please send us what you have and where, thanks in advance. Please no...
  26. S

    Looking for one week Mar. 10, 11 or 12

    Looking for a one week vacation rental in Florida, México, or other tropical destination that sleeps 4-5. Thank you.
  27. J

    FREE: Vacation Village at Weston, Florida

    Vacation Village at Weston Resort - Weston, Florida This timeshare is being offered for free. This is a "Gold Crown Awarded Resort" with RCI, located in beautiful southern Florida with day trip access to Fort Lauderdale, Miami, the Everglades, and the Florida Keys. Also located near two PGA...
  28. P

    2 bedroom suite at Vacation Village at Weston $390 [June 4-11]

    Week 23, Sat check in in an amazing 2 bedroom suite at Vacation Village at Weston Resort, Florida for sale! Asking price is 390 USD OBO, max capacity 6 adts
  29. mcsteve

    Marriott in RCI or II

    I currently use RCI and have been looking to trade into a few different Marriott’s. The RCI catalogue shows a variety of Marriott locations but I have yet to be able to see any inventory. Specifically I am looking at the Southeastern Atlantic coastal region (SC, NE FL) I have seen references to...
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