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rhonda

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The quality of most resorts is excellent, not quite Marriott, Hyatt or Vistana level, but definitely way above what we often think of 3 star..they are like 3.5 stars.

How would the typical Worldmark resort compare to the average Wyndham resort?
 

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How would the typical Worldmark resort compare to the average Wyndham resort?

We have not stayed at any Wyndham resorts but from previous TUG postings, it appears that quality is similar. Quality also varies by resort. Worldmark rooms are always very comfortable, clean and nice. The locations cannot be beaten. Worldmark provides common used spices in small packets in the kitchen which I think is the only system that does that.
 

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How would the typical Worldmark resort compare to the average Wyndham resort?
As a long-time Worldmark owner, I've had a few Wyndham stays through various channels: renting through an owner; booked as WM owner through WM>Wyndham affiliate programs; or RCI exchange into Wyndham property. I find the two fairly similar in quality level except that WM is a bit more "uniform" across the product. Some Wyndham stays have been "a notch higher" in unit quality, especially the counter tops. However most of my Wyndham stays have not been as consistent in appliance branding / condition, cooking pots and pans, etc.

I'm pleased to say that I've experienced better Wyndham units in recent years than earlier. Seems the Wyndham trend is on a slow upgrade cycle including Cuisinart small kitchen appliances and better pots/pans. (Maybe the Wyndham pots/pans are being replaced with the same sturdy set we've been using in WM units for ages? ;) )

Odd comments of differences:
  • Wyndham: We've always preferred Wyndham coffee mugs (taller, larger!) over Worldmark coffee mugs (short, small).
  • Wyndham: Might include a package of microwave popcorn. Nice.
  • Wyndham: Kitchen countertops may be laminate -- but are often a more solid, pleasing, material.
  • Wyndham: Living room couch is usually leather or leather-like material. (Pleather?)
  • Worldmark: Kitchen stocked with salt, pepper and a collection of spice packets. Love these!
  • Worldmark: Usually offers a murphy bed vs fold-out couch for those sleeping in the living room.
  • Worldmark: Kitchen counter top is usually laminate.
  • Worldmark: Unit configurations / layouts are highly consistent. You'll know exactly where to find something in the kitchen ... almost w/out looking.
  • Worldmark: Living room couch is usually fabric (not leather).
  • Worldmark: (Just my personal finding ... but the mattresses seem firmer, newer, fresher than those of Wyndham. Maybe WM does a more rapid refresh cycle given their long commitment to "Just like new, every time" ?)
  • Worldmark: (Again, personal finding ... more constant housekeeping than Wyndham. I've found some really strange, even disturbing, things overlooked by Wyndham's housekeeping. Ewww.)
 

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We have stayed at a good number of Wyndham Resorts and have (in general) found them to be nice - certainly nicer than most RCI resorts. But that wasn't your question of course...We just recently stayed at WorldMark St. George and it does compare quit favorably with much of my Wyndham experience. If WorldMark St. George is typical of the WorldMark experience, I too agree with the notion that the quality of Wyndham and Worldmark should be quite comparable for the most part.

It is worth noting that WorldMark is more common in the Western U.S. while Wyndham is more common in the Eastern U.S..
 

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Do not look at asking prices on Ebay in an attempt estimate the going rate on Worldmark accounts. You must log in to eBay do an advanced search and look at "Completed Listings" for a better estimate.
 

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How would the typical Worldmark resort compare to the average Wyndham resort?

It looks like wyndham is step by step, property by property, bringing Worldmark up to the same standards as Club Wyndham. For example when I first visited a Worldmark resort several years ago, I was surprised to see that they had no curtains on the windows. Club Wyndham has black out curtains on the windows (important to me for my afternoon naps, and my wife who likes to sleep late), also only one TV (none in the bedrooms), and no shampoo etc. like Club Wyndham. Counter tops were formica

so now you can visit some worldmark resorts , and see no difference between them and Wyndham
 

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I find that Worldmark units are pretty consistent. Probably laminate counters and white appliances (vs maybe granite and stainless steel). Non standard properties (such as urban) typically make clear what you are getting. If you compare standard units (as opposed to a standard in one place and a presidential in another), you are unlikely to have a palace in one place and a dump in another.

I've only experienced two Wyndhams and they were wildly different. The Wyndham Canterbury in San Francisco was lovely. The Wyndham Pagosa in Colorado was a disaster. (Clean but not WM quality). However, even the Wyndham Pagosa varies a great deal based on which of the 7 HOA's you end up in.

Because WM is one entity that owns all WM inventory it is much simpler to offer a consistent product. Wyndham is made of a zillion resorts, each with a BOA and it's own MF and decisions on when to renovate and how.
 
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Looking to purchase a small Worldmark TS, but inventory seems expensive for aftermarket prices. Does anyone have any contacts?

RNcecil
 

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4 brokers I can recommend

Marc Talley and Bill Stephan of Smartshare.com

Mike Murphy of TLS timeshares

Henri Moreau of wmcredits.net

Timeshare angels

There are others but I don't have direct knowlege

Or just go to eBay

Also folks sell on a Facebook page and on wmowners.com
I will second LTD. Just great people to work with!
 
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