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  1. J

    Orlando Area (Flexible Days 12/26-1/4

    Hello, does anyone have any availablity in the Orlando Area? Family of Four 2 Adults and 2 Children Prefer Open to other Options): 4+ bedrooms 3+Bathrooms Private Pool or Hot Tub
  2. H

    Wyndham Bonnet Creek: Purchase vs. Rent?

    I'm trying to make an informed decision and would love to get some insight. Our family loves the Bonnet Creek property. We go at least once a year. The thing is, we always find the weeks we want on Ebay for much less than the annual maintenance fee. Are there perks to purchasing that I may be...
  3. simpsontruckdriver

    Orlando hotel CEO and philanthropist has died

    Harris Rosen not only created the Rosen Hotel group, he created the Rosen College of Hospitality Management at the University of Central Florida, gave out tons of scholarships, gave out inexpensive health insurance to his employees, etc. He also developed Disney World's first hotels...
  4. 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...
  5. D

    Free HGVC Seaworld - 2BR - 5600 Annual Points - Free Closing

    This timeshare will get you a week’s stay in a 2 bedroom during silver season at Seaworld in Orlando, FL. The property is beautiful. And Silver Weeks are 44-50. Great for those wanting a little sun during the cold months. Also great for annual Thanksgiving holiday trips. I’ve also used the...
  6. A

    WANTED Orlando end of May

    WANTED- May 27 (flexible) - Orlando
  7. D

    Free Westgate Vacation Villas – Kissimmee Florida

    This timeshare is being offered for free. Westgate Vacation Villas located in Kissimmee Florida. This villa is only a 10 minute drive to Disney World. Please check out all that this beautiful resort has to offer...
  8. simpsontruckdriver

    Black Friday FREE STAY deal at Orlando or Las Vegas!

    If you can stomach a 2-hour tour, HGVC will pay you back! In other words, pay $199, stay for 3 nights, and essentially pay $0. The special ends on November 26th (but you can vacation anytime in 12 months), so you need to act fast. I do not get anything for it, just seeing if anyone wants a $0...
  9. simpsontruckdriver

    Orlando's best restaurants

    TripAdvisor's readers have ranked the best restaurants, and several are in Central Florida. What is the common area? Walt Disney World! TS
  10. M

    Orlando area 9/30 - 10/6

    1 bedroom Partial kitchen 9/30 - 10/6 Vacation Village $275 for these dates
  11. L

    How to rent out my week?

    We are unable to use our timeshare week and I'm hoping to rent it out without paying additional fees and losing more $ than we already will be. I'd love some advice and recommendations if you've been successful renting out your timeshare week. Thanks in advance!
  12. K

    Orlando July 20 to July 24

    Looking for a 1bd or 2bd in Orlando for July 20 through July 24. Prefer Marriott, Sheraton, or Hilton.
  13. 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...
  14. J

    Orlando Rental Needed-June 9-15 or 16

    Im looking for a rental in Orlando. Ideally, the property will have a minimum of 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
  15. K

    Orlando May 13 -17

    Looking for a studio/1 bed(preferred) in Orlando for May 13 through the 17th Let me know what you have.
  16. B

    March 31-April 7 Orlando - Sheraton Vistana Resort

    7 nights - $550.00 Friday March 31 to Friday April 7 Sheraton Vistana Resort At the last minute, we are unable to use our timeshare. It is a beautiful and self-contained resort. You could spend the week on the premises and have a great time with many activities, pools, etc. or go to the parks...
  17. 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.
  18. T

    Free - Vacation Village Resorts - Two Listings: Orlando and Berkshires

    Great Vacation Locations with Vacation Village Resorts Listing #1: Vacation Village at Parkway 2 bedroom - 2 bath Lockout Assigned Week #31 Assigned Unit 16810 - Annual Occupancy Maintenance and Tax Fee: 2023 fees paid in full. Approx. $1157 per year. Usage: First usage for new owner is...
  19. simpsontruckdriver

    Used soap at hotels goes...

    This is in Orlando, where TONS of used soap from hotels nationwide are recycled into soap sent to poor countries! TS
  20. JudyS

    Rented! Xmas in Orlando: Original Sheraton Vistana Resort, 1 Bdrm, Dec 24-31 (2 available)

    I have two identical timeshare suites available at the original Sheraton Vistana Resort. Both are one-bedroom sleeps 4, and my Bonvoy account says they each have a balcony. Given the late date, I'd be happy to get $600 each. I also have a suite at the Sheraton Vistana *Villages*, which I'm...
  21. L

    Orange Lake, Kissimmee, Florida Dec 10-17, $800

    The two bedroom villa really is a home from home! It comes with all the "mod cons" that you would expect in a high end resort and is conveniently located near the gorgeous North village pool with slide. Nearby also is a beautiful golf course, mini golf and tennis courts along with lots of other...
  22. 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
  23. Schmaltby

    Orlando/Disney April Vacation - Vacation Village at Parkway April 9-16 1BR/1BA sleeps 4

    Spend April Vacation at Disney. Asking $700 for the 1BR/1BA unit. Sleeps 4 privately. Only $100 per night!!
  24. K

    Wanted: Orlando, FL 1 BD Feb 27 - March 4

    Looking for 1 BD during the week of Feb27 - March 4. Could potentially do +/-2days at end. Marriott / Hilton preferred
  25. C

    Special Season Cypress Harbour in Orlando.

    I recently inherited two "Special" season weeks in Cypress Harbour. If I want to use my weeks in my home resort for Christmas & New Years (weeks 51 & 52), how far in advance do I have to book to make sure there is availability? I haven't decided yet if I want to use it, deposit in II or exchange...
  26. O

    Marriott Orlando or Bonnet Creek 1BR January 01-08, 2022

    1BR unit at Marriott Orlando or Wyndham Bonnet Creek January 01-08, 2022
  27. RNCollins

    Southwest Airlines Is Relaunching More Aruba Flights

    Southwest Airlines Is Relaunching More Aruba Flights https://www.caribjournal.com/2021/12/25/aruba-southwest-airlines-relaunching-more/
  28. L

    Wanted: Orlando Xmas Week Dec 26 - Jan 2

    Looking for accommodations from approx Dec 26-Jan 2nd for 6 people. Thank you!
  29. 2

    Marriott Lakeshore Reserve - Tips, Requests, Advice?

    Hi all! We just confirmed our rental at Lakeshore Reserve for the first week of May. We've never stayed at this property before and some of the information on here is a bit outdated. We opted for Lakeshore for the smaller size compared to Grande Vista, since we have no children and are looking...
  30. J

    Orlando, 11/18-11/21

    Looking for a rental Thurs 11/18 OR Friday 11/19 thru Sunday 11/21. Ideally within 10 miles of Universal Studios.
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