Bonus Time coming to Club Wyndham???

[Sandy VDH]

You are not renting Points but the Reservation. Also remember the approximate ratio is 13-16 Wyndham Points to 1 Worldmark Credit.

We have never used Bonus Time in 22 years. It is only a 2 week time fuze. We have pets and have to coordinate our very in demand House/Pet Sitter.

BT is 2 weeks out, but Internet Specials (3 months out) and Monday Madness (Random resorts changed weekly which are 10 months out) are both good options, that include HK in the price.

 

[comicbookman]

It will be released either later this year or early next year. I’ve been participating in sessions to review the upcoming app - it’s real.


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Will it be as well tested as the website? LOL

 

[WManning]

How far in advance of the stay did you book? And, is there a cancellation with refund time?

That's a very good deal. As a VIPP with free housekeeping, I could get into a 2BR DLX (not in Ocean Palm) with an upgrade for about $63 ($7/1000). If I went directly to Ocean Palms, it would cost $126 (VIPP 50% discount). Price without discount/upgrade would be $252 PLUS the Housekeeping Fee.

Worldmark is offering a heck of deal, IMHO. I really don't see Wyndham being so generous.

2 days in advance. I extended my wife's reservation for a few extra days. They added the 2 extra days to existing stay and no room change was necessary. I'm out of HK's and there is no HK required with bonus time.

 

[WManning]

How far in advance of the stay did you book? And, is there a cancellation with refund time?

That's a very good deal. As a VIPP with free housekeeping, I could get into a 2BR DLX (not in Ocean Palm) with an upgrade for about $63 ($7/1000). If I went directly to Ocean Palms, it would cost $126 (VIPP 50% discount). Price without discount/upgrade would be $252 PLUS the Housekeeping Fee.

Worldmark is offering a heck of deal, IMHO. I really don't see Wyndham being so generous.

Worldmark has some benefits Wyndham lacks. Overall Worldmark is a good value. Owning both helps to book room On dual resorts with Wyndham and Worldmark inventory. Availability may not be there for Wyndham but is often available with Worldmark.

 

[CO skier]

I just booked at Sea Gardens a 2 bedroom deluxe in Ocean Palms for 2 nights $238 total cost. No housekeeping fee or taxes. 2 bedroom condo with full kitchen, 2 baths and a washer and dryer for $109 per night!

You will want to double check the arithmetic on that.

 

[CO skier]

How far in advance of the stay did you book? And, is there a cancellation with refund time?

That's a very good deal. As a VIPP with free housekeeping, I could get into a 2BR DLX (not in Ocean Palm) with an upgrade for about $63 ($7/1000). If I went directly to Ocean Palms, it would cost $126 (VIPP 50% discount). Price without discount/upgrade would be $252 PLUS the Housekeeping Fee.

Worldmark is offering a heck of deal, IMHO. I really don't see Wyndham being so generous.

Why not?

Wyndham is just trying to monetize points for which they pay maintenance fees and would otherwise go unused, just like the success in WorldMark. WorldMark members love their Bonus Time; it is a win-win for Wyndham and members.

If Club Wyndham Bonus Time is limited to 14 days, like WorldMark, all the VIPs had their chance at upgrades, so why not offer Bonus Time at the $6-7/1000 points WorldMark equivalent calculated in post #13 above?

 

[WManning]

You will want to double check the arithmetic on that.

Haha you still nitpicking? $119 per night is still a great deal on a 2 bedroom.

 

[HitchHiker71]

For anyone who is not already aware - Bonus Time is now showing up when making last minute reservations within 15 days:

 

[Eric B]

Five dollars per 1,000 points is pretty decent!

 

[CYRUS2400]

I can see using that option. I just did a test, myself to see exactly how it worked.

Lake Marion, next week. Booked a 2br for 22600 (with 50% discount) and upgraded it to a 3br. Cost, $113.00. Or $5/1000.

It did say that there would be a HK and RT Charge. For me, those are free. Very good deal when trying to conserve points. Actually, cheaper than the cost of the points.

 

[alexinorlando]

Is bonus time deals available to resale only owners via WorldMark and Club Wyndham?

 

[paxsarah]

Is bonus time deals available to resale only owners via WorldMark and Club Wyndham?

Yes for Club Wyndham. I’m resale only and was given the option.

 

[dioxide45]

Yes for Club Wyndham. I’m resale only and was given the option.

What step in the process is the Bonus Time offered? I guess the question is, how far through do you have to go before the reservation is actually confirmed and points deducted?

 

[noreenkate]

Is bonus time deals available to resale only owners via WorldMark and Club Wyndham?

@HitchHiker71 thanks for posting it!!!

@alexinorlando - I only have resale Wyndham and have the option

 

[geist1223]

Worldmark resell owners - yes.

 

[noreenkate]

Curious is Bonus Time resort specific
Was able to book smoky mountains but just tried at bonnet creek and given option to rent points or borrow

 

[Eric B]

This is all it says about Bonus Time:

Bonus Time Reservations
Looking for a cash option to create your dream vacay or staycation? Look no further than Club Wyndham Bonus Time — now when booking vacations within 14 days of arrival at Club Wyndham resorts, you can complete an entirely cash purchase with your credit card either online or by phone with a Vacation Guide.

Source:

September Club Wyndham Website Updates

Read about the latest web enhancements available on your Club Wyndham owner website, including more customizable ways to search and book your vacations.

clubwyndham.wyndhamdestinations.com

There are a few other updates listed on there, too.

 

[noreenkate]

This is all it says about Bonus Time:

Bonus Time Reservations
Looking for a cash option to create your dream vacay or staycation? Look no further than Club Wyndham Bonus Time — now when booking vacations within 14 days of arrival at Club Wyndham resorts, you can complete an entirely cash purchase with your credit card either online or by phone with a Vacation Guide.

Source:

September Club Wyndham Website Updates

Read about the latest web enhancements available on your Club Wyndham owner website, including more customizable ways to search and book your vacations.

clubwyndham.wyndhamdestinations.com

There are a few other updates listed on there, too.

Thank you- I am guessing I couldn’t see bonnet creek because it’s over 14 days

 

[HitchHiker71]

What step in the process is the Bonus Time offered? I guess the question is, how far through do you have to go before the reservation is actually confirmed and points deducted?

Step three in the booking process.


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[Fido Chuckwagon]

Good Job Wyndham, a win win for both owners and for Wyndham.

 

[Floridaman76]

I'm assuming this does not require any RT or HK, correct?

I wonder if some people who bought retail up to VIP Bronze are upset, as it looks like this might give non-vip owners access to good or better discounts at their discount window.

EDIT: it's not their discount window, I was confusing this with their upgrade window, and that's different.

 

[Floridaman76]

Step three in the booking process.

I just tried this for a 1BR stay at Clearwater Beach from 10/31 to 11/2, so definitely should be in the window to do this, I got to the screen where you chose traveller, and was never presented with this dialog. Is it after this? I didn't want to get stuck making this reservation because it's inside the "no cancellation" window.

Now, I can't try again because of the dreaded "multiple transactions in progress error".

One last thing, does anyone know if this works in conjunction with VIP suite upgrades?

 

[Fido Chuckwagon]

I'm assuming this does not require any RT or HK, correct?

I wonder if some people who bought retail up to VIP Bronze are upset, as it looks like this might give non-vip owners access to good or better discounts at their discount window.

EDIT: it's not their discount window, I was confusing this with their upgrade window, and that's different.

It requires both an RT credit and an HK credit, but of course RT credits are still free.

 

[Fido Chuckwagon]

I just tried this for a 1BR stay at Clearwater Beach from 10/31 to 11/2, so definitely should be in the window to do this, I got to the screen where you chose traveller, and was never presented with this dialog. Is it after this? I didn't want to get stuck making this reservation because it's inside the "no cancellation" window.

Now, I can't try again because of the dreaded "multiple transactions in progress error".

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One last thing, does anyone know if this works in conjunction with VIP suite upgrades?

It’s after you choose the traveler.

 

[dioxide45]

It requires both an RT credit and an HK credit, but of course RT credits are still free.

So you have to pay for the HK on top of the cash fee? (if you have no HK left)