DEX vs RCI

[JMoon]

Which is better? Why?

Do anyone have a list of DEX locations?

I’m a current HGVC owner with access to RCI, just wondering what DEX has that I currently don’t have access to.

Thanks in advance

 

[GT75]

Do anyone have a list of DEX locations?

The various DEX Member Guides are attached to this post. The locations are in the guides.

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I’m a current HGVC owner with access to RCI, just wondering what DEX has that I currently don’t have access to.

Several of us have had access to DEX via Craig Lodge. I have now traded several times in DEX in a one year while I have never traded in RCI in 15 years. I am very interested in the Embarc properties and Cabo Azul (HVC properties), so that is what I am using my trades for.

 

[HuskerATL]

Plus, there are many partner properties overseas that aren't in the guide. If you are looking for Diamond/HVC/Embarc then there is much better availability in DEX than RCI.

 

[JMoon]

Ok thanks. I wasn’t sure exactly what was included with DEX. I have access to everything through HGV Max. I was more wondering about the partner properties (1,095 European resorts, 285 in Asia, etc.) and how you access them.

 

[HuskerATL]

But you basically get leftovers in Max and, almost, no Embarc. In DEX, you can book DRI/HVC properties almost 2 years out and Embarc about 11 months.

The downside to DEX, it is hard to see all the properties. I can tell you the number of weeks available but then you would need to scan the list to count the number of individual properties. I ran a search for Europe a few weeks ago and it showed over 5,000 weeks available between now and 2 years out. I didn't look at how many properties that is though.

Asia is less than that but still a good number. Anantara is available across SE Asia but others also

 

[jp10558]

With all the speculation on the timeshare Tuesday recap on RCI/II and their use going forward, and my comments on mini systems bringing some competition - how much does DEX charge for an exchange? Any thoughts on if DEX might open up more and be run as a more obvious competitor to RCI? I wonder if HGVC might eventually go all DEX for exchanges rather than RCI - presumably once whatever contract expires that they have...

 

[GT75]

I have access to everything through HGV Max.

HGV Max is dots on a map, but do you have access (availability)? I don't have HGV Max, but it has been reported that there is limited availability in the other clubs. If the availability for you in HGV Max is sufficient, then you are good.

 

[HuskerATL]

DEX EU is free to join, which isn't true for the other versions of DEX (there are 4 versions). All the guides were posted in the Craig DEX EU Post that I did last summer so shows all the fees, many properties, etc. For DEX EU, there is a 165 pound exchange fee and then upgrade fees, if you are upgrading based on the tier of the week that you deposit and then the week you are exchanging for. For example, If you deposit a tier 4, you would pay an upgrade fee if you exchange for a tier 5 or 6.

Last year, Craig Lodges and Plantation were added and then this year Bay Club so we will see if more are. Right now, it is only affiliates that are voluntary HGV membership.

 

[HuskerATL]

Here is that post, https://tugbbs.com/forums/threads/depositing-craig-lodges-and-other-hgvc-weeks-into-dex.364062/

 

[GT75]

how much does DEX charge for an exchange?

Any thoughts on if DEX might open up more and be run as a more obvious competitor to RCI? I wonder if HGVC might eventually go all DEX for exchanges rather than RCI - presumably once whatever contract expires that they have...

Others are wondering/speculating the same thing

 

[JMoon]

But you basically get leftovers in Max and, almost, no Embarc. In DEX, you can book DRI/HVC properties almost 2 years out and Embarc about 11 months.

The downside to DEX, it is hard to see all the properties. I can tell you the number of weeks available but then you would need to scan the list to count the number of individual properties. I ran a search for Europe a few weeks ago and it showed over 5,000 weeks available between now and 2 years out. I didn't look at how many properties that is though.

Asia is less than that but still a good number. Anantara is available across SE Asia but others also

Of those 5,000 weeks available can you typically get the week you would want in a location you would want?

 

[JMoon]

Anyone know what Diamond Resort locations have tier 6 designation? Thinking about picking up a resale and adding to my profile to enhance my ownership experience and location availability.

 

[jp10558]

Anyone know what Diamond Resort locations have tier 6 designation? Thinking about picking up a resale and adding to my profile to enhance my ownership experience and location availability.

I'd just say get a HGVC Craig Lodges - about as low MFs as you can get and several options for Tier 6 in DEX.

 

[GT75]

Anyone know what Diamond Resort locations have tier 6 designation?

That information is in the guides.

 

[HuskerATL]

Of those 5,000 weeks available can you typically get the week you would want in a location you would want?

I think you pretty much can but it just depends on how far out you are booking and the location.

I just looked in DEX EU and there are 6,649 weeks available between now and July 2027

 

[HuskerATL]

Anyone know what Diamond Resort locations have tier 6 designation? Thinking about picking up a resale and adding to my profile to enhance my ownership experience and location availability.

You really need to look at how you would use the system on what Tier you want to own. I would not get a Tier 6 if your plan is to book in Europe. They tend to be lower. For example, I just did a search and then sorted by tier level. The highest in Europe over the next 2 years is a Tier 5. I prefer Tier 4 weeks (Craig Lodges 1 bed plat that is a Peak Season in DEX EU). I would rather exchange and pay an upgrade fee when I want a Tier 5 or 6, than have a Tier 6 and exchange for a Tier 4 or 5. In the latter example, you are paying more for MFs, than you need to for that exchange.

Now, if you plan on using HVC in Hawaii or Cabo Azul often, then a Tier 6 may make more sense. Make sure to look at this years DEX EU guide. They raised the HVC tier levels across the board from last year to this year but partner properties stayed the same...or, at least the ones that I saw.

Here is the highest Tiers in Europe over the next 2 years...Tier 5.

 

[HuskerATL]

Anyone know what Diamond Resort locations have tier 6 designation? Thinking about picking up a resale and adding to my profile to enhance my ownership experience and location availability.

Mainly HVC properties in prime locations like Hawaii and Cabo Azul but, for example, so is the Anantara Bophot Koh Samui in Thailand is Tier 6 for the 2 bedrooms...and so are some others...but this is a 5 star resort...

 

[HuskerATL]

Out of curiosity, I ran some other searches over the next 2 years from today and sorted by the earliest arrival so what you see below is the bottom of the list and the latest week available..so July 2027

There are 1,169 weeks available in Asia

301 for Africa

1,287 for South America

 

[JMoon]

This is all great information, thank you.

 

[dioxide45]

Anyone know what Diamond Resort locations have tier 6 designation? Thinking about picking up a resale and adding to my profile to enhance my ownership experience and location availability.

I don't know if it is Tier 6, but Polo Towers in Las Vegas is a property that is often mentioned in regards to DEX.

 

[iftravel]

I don't know if it is Tier 6, but Polo Towers in Las Vegas is a property that is often mentioned in regards to DEX.

No one seems to know for sure if a resale deeded Polo Towers can be enrolled in DEX.

 

[dioxide45]

No one seems to know for sure if a resale deeded Polo Towers can be enrolled in DEX.

That does seem to be a big issue. Lack of information on what properties can be enrolled, what can be enrolled for the annual membership fee and what properties have enrollment complementary through the HOA. Getting this information is nearly impossible because customer service can tell you one thing yet when you try to apply it in practice, it doesn't work that way. We really need first hand, but if there is any those people aren't willing to share. I know some have said that Sedona Summit resales can be enrolled as I have seen some mention it here.

 

[HuskerATL]

No one seems to know for sure if a resale deeded Polo Towers can be enrolled in DEX.

It is DRI so should be there. Look in the guide. I can look when I am back at my computer

 

[WaikikiFirst]

You really need to look at how you would use the system on what Tier you want to own. I would not get a Tier 6 if your plan is to book in Europe. They tend to be lower

I am in awe of the amount of detailed info, actual info, that Husker supplies. If I could get my wife to loosen up a bit on travel, I'd be in DEX in a flash.
(did I mention I think RCI sux, w/o having spent enough time to feel confident in that decision, but until they make iteasier to get started, I'll stick with that and without actually using RCI)

 

[dioxide45]

It is DRI so should be there. Look in the guide. I can look when I am back at my computer

So, is it generally understood that if a property is in the guide then it can be enrolled in DEX? Regardless if it is a developer or resale purchase?