I was Select from the beginning of the levels with my enrolled 2 bedroom Ko Olina week, and never used the 13 month window because I never had a problem reserving my week there. When I needed more points, I just rented. However, a couple of years ago when I realized I wanted more time, I bought two weeks from Marriott that took me to Presidential level. Now for me, I find it to be very worthwhile. I’m able to plot and plan my reservations with various scenarios to get what I want and when I want. I can effectively use II and points and take the better deal between the two, because I have many points to with which to work.
The difference between owner and select is minimal at best. You don’t need as many points at Select as you do for do at Owner level When making 13 month seven day reservations. The gold to platinum benefits are not that great too unless you use the hotels a lot. My recommendation is to not make that leap for select. I believe that you should strongly consider how much you’d really travel and how much time you need. That’s the ultimate determination for buying weeks/points.
Don’t let the salesman determine what you need or entice you with benefits that can be erased tomorrow. I need 1500 points to be at chairman level. I have thought about it, but the benefits are minimal in my opinion to spend even another $6000 - $8000. I would pass on the offer even with resale prices today.
