California COVID-19 guidelines / Dec 2020 Cancellations by Marriott/II [MERGED]

[presley]

I understand this is about NCV, but I would like to hear from folks who live in the Palm Desert area. Any thoughts? I saw that VacationForever is cancelling. I have a week with a Feb. 5 check in.

I think it's too early in the shutdown for anyone to know. I have a friend going to a Marriott Palm Desert this week and I asked if she thought it would even be open. She just shrugged her shoulders and said she doesn't know. I know the order says hotel lodging is only available for critical infrastructure, but timeshares are more of a vacation home. I think it's going to boil down to if the staff is allowed to work. There certainly can't be any group activities under the order.

 

[dsmrp]

I understand this is about NCV, but I would like to hear from folks who live in the Palm Desert area. Any thoughts? I saw that VacationForever is cancelling. I have a week with a Feb. 5 check in.

We had an II exchange to Desert Springs DSV, Christmas Eve check-in which I retraded. Was going to drive, not fly, but would have to stay overnight at hotel enroute. So a no-go and too risky anyway with rising rates and lock-downs.

If people gather at Christmas, then I assume another surge in mid-January, and an extension or reinstatement of SIP restrictions. So a Feb 5 check-in is still iffy IMO. You're already less than 59 days to check in, so might as well wait till early January and see what happens.

 

[gln60]

We had an II exchange to Desert Springs DSV, Christmas Eve check-in which I retraded. Was going to drive, not fly, but would have to stay overnight at hotel enroute. So a no-go and too risky anyway with rising rates and lock-downs.

If people gather at Christmas, then I assume another surge in mid-January, and an extension or reinstatement of SIP restrictions. So a Feb 5 check-in is still iffy IMO. You're already less than 59 days to check in, so might as well wait till early January and see what happens.

IMO..South Florida is a better choice to vacation the next couple of months..everything is open..weather is great and no chance of last minute lockdowns like California...Marriot resorts are very nice..might be worth a look

 

[Big Matt]

I just re-traded to a March 1 check in. I'll keep an eye on it.

 

[SteelerGal]

We are at Shadow Ridge 12/20 so we will see. I believe the next 2wks we will see if TS and AirBnB will be affected.

 

[davidvel]

I know the order says hotel lodging is only available for critical infrastructure, but timeshares are more of a vacation home.

Where in the Order did you see this?

 

[presley]

Where in the Order did you see this?

Saw it a couple times in the last couple days on the news, but had a really hard time finding it in a government website. Found this in LA Times: https://www.latimes.com/california/...-works-california-newsom-essential-california
"The new regional stay-at-home order also prohibits nonessential travel. Hotels can stay open to support lodging needed for “critical infrastructure sectors,” but the order prohibits hotel use for tourism, leisure and other nonessential reasons. "

 

[presley]

Saw it a couple times in the last couple days on the news, but had a really hard time finding it in a government website. Found this in LA Times: https://www.latimes.com/california/...-works-california-newsom-essential-california
"The new regional stay-at-home order also prohibits nonessential travel. Hotels can stay open to support lodging needed for “critical infrastructure sectors,” but the order prohibits hotel use for tourism, leisure and other nonessential reasons. "

Found it finally:

California Health Officials Announce a Regional Stay at Home Order Triggered by ICU Capacity | Governor of California

Health officials are tracking the state by five regions: Northern California, Bay Area, Greater Sacramento, San Joaquin Valley and Southern California Regional Stay at Home Order takes effect Saturday…

www.gov.ca.gov

 

[SteelerGal]

Where in the Order did you see this?

During the past lockdown, TS was allowed to open before hotels because they of their consideration. We are assuming the same applies in this situation. However we know that each County Health Department can restrict further than the State mandate.

 

[SteelerGal]

HGVC in Carlsbad is not accepting new reservations 12/6-12/27due to the Stay @ Home orders. Current reservations are still being accepted.

 

[california8399]

Was just told that we can check in at WDW in Palm Desert today but that they are waiting for a decision from corporate that may force them to close tomorrow and guests would be asked to leave.

 

[davidvel]

Found it finally:

California Health Officials Announce a Regional Stay at Home Order Triggered by ICU Capacity | Governor of California

Health officials are tracking the state by five regions: Northern California, Bay Area, Greater Sacramento, San Joaquin Valley and Southern California Regional Stay at Home Order takes effect Saturday…

www.gov.ca.gov

I've seen that and heard the news repeating it, but that is not in the order itself. The order, assuming it is legal, controls. Not a state web page or reporters interpreting it.

 

[zentraveler]

Although a bit off topic from Marriott.NCV I am posting because I am because I have been on this thread (but denise M/mods fees free delete or move)

We showed up in Palm desert yesterday at 4 pm check-in time (non Marriott) and were told that they were closing at midnight but honoring existing reservations. And we will be permitted to stay our week. When asked about NEXT weekends existing reservation. was told that they would be contacting owners to refund their points. In other words if you have a reservation beyond yesterday you should check with your resort before you travel.

We have two Marriott Canyon Villas reservations for January so, like everyone else, we wait. The irony is we are as islolated here as at home; no eating out, no nothing, really, except scenery and hiking. And the rare take-out.

 

[zentraveler]

I understand this is about NCV, but I would like to hear from folks who live in the Palm Desert area. Any thoughts? I saw that VacationForever is cancelling. I have a week with a Feb. 5 check in.

We are at Embarc Palm Desert right now and got here at 4 pm yesterday ahead of the 11:59 pm deadline. They said they were closing but would honor our reservation and allow us to stay the week. We have a second week reservation at the Westin Mission Hills and I went there today and was told that since I could not stay quarantined for 14 days (reservation only 7) our reservation would be cancelled.

All of the restaurants have ceased outdoor dining but are open for take out. The order lasts for 3 weeks but may, of course, be extended.

 

[WalnutBaron]

We had a reservation at Desert Springs Villas I for next week. Just got word today that our reservation--and all reservations for the resort for check-ins prior to 29 December--are cancelled. I have to wait to contact Marriott tomorrow to see how I can re-schedule. Ugh.

 

[samara64]

Just got this email from MVCI for my stay starting Dec 26:

Dear Exchange Guests,

Due to the unprecedented situation surrounding the spread of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), we wanted to make you aware that the Public Health Officer of the State of California issued a Regional Stay at Home Order on December 3, 2020 ("Order"), which provides for criteria that, when met for a specific region of California, implements prohibitions of the Order for that region of California. The Order, among other things, prohibits most travel in a region of California in which the criteria has been met. As of Sunday, December 6, 2020, the region that includes the resort has met the criteria for travel limitations to be enacted.

As a result of the Order, reservations for arrivals to Marriott's Newport Coast Villas prior to December 29, 2020 will be canceled. Please contact Interval International® directly to discuss available options in connection with your canceled reservation.

If you are traveling to Marriott's Newport Coast Villas with respect to supporting "critical infrastructure" or as otherwise permitted by the Order, please contact Interval International to request a reinstatement of your reservation. Please note that exchange guests traveling to the resort will be required to complete an acknowledgment upon arrival to the resort certifying their stay will be in compliance with the Order.

We appreciate your understanding.

Sincerely,

Marriott Vacation Club®

 

[djyamyam]

Just got this email from MVCI for my stay starting Dec 26:

Dear Exchange Guests,

Due to the unprecedented situation surrounding the spread of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), we wanted to make you aware that the Public Health Officer of the State of California issued a Regional Stay at Home Order on December 3, 2020 ("Order"), which provides for criteria that, when met for a specific region of California, implements prohibitions of the Order for that region of California. The Order, among other things, prohibits most travel in a region of California in which the criteria has been met. As of Sunday, December 6, 2020, the region that includes the resort has met the criteria for travel limitations to be enacted.

As a result of the Order, reservations for arrivals to Marriott's Newport Coast Villas prior to December 29, 2020 will be canceled. Please contact Interval International® directly to discuss available options in connection with your canceled reservation.

If you are traveling to Marriott's Newport Coast Villas with respect to supporting "critical infrastructure" or as otherwise permitted by the Order, please contact Interval International to request a reinstatement of your reservation. Please note that exchange guests traveling to the resort will be required to complete an acknowledgment upon arrival to the resort certifying their stay will be in compliance with the Order.

We appreciate your understanding.

Sincerely,

Marriott Vacation Club®

I also received the same type of email for a Shadow Ridge reservation (that I had already rebooked)

 

[SteelerGal]

Just got this email from MVCI for my stay starting Dec 26:

Dear Exchange Guests,

Due to the unprecedented situation surrounding the spread of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19), we wanted to make you aware that the Public Health Officer of the State of California issued a Regional Stay at Home Order on December 3, 2020 ("Order"), which provides for criteria that, when met for a specific region of California, implements prohibitions of the Order for that region of California. The Order, among other things, prohibits most travel in a region of California in which the criteria has been met. As of Sunday, December 6, 2020, the region that includes the resort has met the criteria for travel limitations to be enacted.

As a result of the Order, reservations for arrivals to Marriott's Newport Coast Villas prior to December 29, 2020 will be canceled. Please contact Interval International® directly to discuss available options in connection with your canceled reservation.

If you are traveling to Marriott's Newport Coast Villas with respect to supporting "critical infrastructure" or as otherwise permitted by the Order, please contact Interval International to request a reinstatement of your reservation. Please note that exchange guests traveling to the resort will be required to complete an acknowledgment upon arrival to the resort certifying their stay will be in compliance with the Order.

We appreciate your understanding.

Sincerely,

Marriott Vacation Club®

Just received the email for Shadow Ridge as well.

 

[jabberwocky]

My BIL got one for DSV2.

 

[sjsharkie]

Interesting how this will play out in Tahoe...

So I assume Marriott Timber Lodge will similarly close on the CA side, but you can stay a mile away in Harrah's or a couple miles away in the timeshares up in Kingsbury Grade as they are in Nevada. So weird...

(Sorry, I know off topic from NCV so mods feel free to move. I was more referencing CA closures as a whole)

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[chemteach]

I just received an email from Marriott about my DSV 2 exchange reservation through II being cancelled. Is anyone familiar with how II handles these cancellations? I'm wondering what happens to the week that I used - whether it is just lost, or if II will give me a week to use for an exchange. I guess I'll call them, but I imagine their lines will be very busy now with people calling about cancellations.

 

[titanium2019]

Got two emails regarding an upcoming but now cancelled stay at NCV. I subsequently just did an II exchange online using one of my e-Plus retrades. There is no need to call if you purchased that add-on for flexibility/insurance. I got a second email regarding the MVC points I had used to add to the length of the original stay. These go into a holding account with a 120 day window and expiration end of 2021. These points would otherwise have expired at the end of this year.

 

[lily28]

I got email from Wyndham cancelling reservation at San Diego for 12/20. So look like not just Marriott but other timeshare co are cancelling reservation at California too

 

[alchook]

Interesting. I have a reservation for Shadow Ridge Enclaves for 15 nights starting December 21, and I just got a reservation confirmation from Marriott.

 

[Norcal5]

I called NCV and they said reservations over 14 days will be allowed to check in. Points reservations will be refunded.