II- XYZ - Lovin' it!

BevL · Jul 8, 2011

luvtraveling said:
When you say it appeared early this morning, what are you looking at? Getaways?

Thanks

It would be available as an exchange, not a getaway.

dmbrand · Jul 8, 2011

I was searching in the exchanges, using one of my units. I had been looking online every day at 6am CST for about 3-4 weeks waiting for one to appear; then waiting impatiently until Interval to open, so I could call to get the XYZ.

Quimby4 · Jul 8, 2011

dmbrand said:
I was searching in the exchanges, using one of my units. I had been looking online every day at 6am CST for about 3-4 weeks waiting for one to appear; then waiting impatiently until Interval to open, so I could call to get the XYZ.

The only way to get an XYZ is to call, you cannot book it yourself online.

dioxide45 · Jul 8, 2011

Quimby4 said:
The only way to get an XYZ is to call, you cannot book it yourself online.

I think Dawn knows that, she had to wait impatiently to call Ii for the XYZ after seeing the unit available online.

Quimby4 · Jul 9, 2011

dioxide45 said:
I think Dawn knows that, she had to wait impatiently to call Ii for the XYZ after seeing the unit available online.

You're right! Too quick of a response

happyfoot · Jul 9, 2011

XYZ Exchange

Just wanted to share that I booked my first XYZ exchange on July 6. Got a 1 bedroom Marriott Grande Vista (one of our home resorts

while we will be in the Orlando area in September after attending my husband's annual Red Diamond reunion in DC. Hubby & I are so happy! We have been MVCI owners since 1997 and just recently found out about XYZ exchanges. Thanks to Dioxide for all your helpful posts on daily digest.

As usual, trying to save $$ here & there, I am trying to find out if there will be any US/IOA discounts coming up in September. I know about UTC, etc. Ideally we would just like to do one day (WWOHP is a must) because we will mostly be doing Disney (have AP). Also just found out about Orlando's Magical Dining Month in September & am psyched about that. Anyone "been there, done that?"

Zib · Jul 9, 2011

xyz's

This is very interesting as I have 3 pending reservations with II and did not know about xyz's but I'm still confused. What is the difference between xyz and the bonus weeks you get with some deposits. Sounds like the same thing to me??? You have or book a reservation and then request an xyz? Do they issue a certificate or something? Then you look online at ANY? availability (but NOT the Getaways? Why not? I thought they were the oversupply?). When you see something you want, you call and ask if you can get it on xyz? Is this right? Still don't quite understand where you find them and how you tell if they will go xyz or not. Oh well, I guess I'll call II on Monday and ask about it, as I have 3 pending reservations and I guess I'm missing out on something. Thanks everyone for this interesting info.

dioxide45 · Jul 9, 2011

Zib said:
This is very interesting as I have 3 pending reservations with II and did not know about xyz's but I'm still confused. What is the difference between xyz and the bonus weeks you get with some deposits. Sounds like the same thing to me??? You have or book a reservation and then request an xyz? Do they issue a certificate or something? Then you look online at ANY? availability (but NOT the Getaways? Why not? I thought they were the oversupply?). When you see something you want, you call and ask if you can get it on xyz? Is this right? Still don't quite understand where you find them and how you tell if they will go xyz or not. Oh well, I guess I'll call II on Monday and ask about it, as I have 3 pending reservations and I guess I'm missing out on something. Thanks everyone for this interesting info.

Nothing online, no certificates. You have to call II and ask about the XYZ.

hefleycatz · Jul 9, 2011

Call II and find a rep that can help you with the XYZ "2 for 1" exchange. (You might have to try a couple reps, as some have no idea what your talking about.) You can get some idea of what areas are open and then decide. You must make your XYZ exchange before your original exchange happens. You pay just the exchange fee for the week on the XYZ'd exchange. Usually only the same size room as you have exchanged, but there are some that have gotten larger. It is based on what is in the inventory.

Caribbean-lover · Jul 10, 2011

XYZ exchange

I've been told by my Marriott rep. that Caribbean resorts are not included in the XYZ deal. Is that true?

dmbrand · Jul 10, 2011

Aruba is eligible for XYZ in May, June, Aug, Sept, Oct, and Nov, according to the grid/list used for accommodation certificates(I use this list as a base of which locations are eligible). Other months may be up to the discretion of the II rep.

The other Caribbean islands don't appear on the list, but that doesn't mean you can't call and ask. One II rep told me that if a specific resort and week were listed in both the exchange window and getaway window, during off peak times, then it could be used for XYZ. :shrug:

Caribbean-lover · Jul 10, 2011

Thanks Dawm you've been useful, could you, please, or anyone that is informed PM me the name or extencion of good and knowable I.I. rep.?

JPrisco · Jul 13, 2011

Had to call twice before I got a rep who could get me a 2BR at Sabal Palms for my 1BR MGV original deposit.
$169 for a whole week in Oct in a 2BR is fantastic!
Food and Wine Festival here I come.

Thanks for reminding me about the XYZ!

enma · Jul 14, 2011

Does anyone know if Orlando is available for XYZ in June?

ada903 · Jul 14, 2011

June 2012 is not open yet.

enma · Jul 14, 2011

ada903 said:
June 2012 is not open yet.

I know that June -12 is not open yet but I was wondering if anyone knows from previous experience if Orlando in June is typically available for XYZs or ACs. Anyone has any experience with this?

ada903 · Jul 18, 2011

Yes, it was open this year in June, I booked a two bedroom at cypress harbor June 24.

enma said:
I know that June -12 is not open yet but I was wondering if anyone knows from previous experience if Orlando in June is typically available for XYZs or ACs. Anyone has any experience with this?

dioxide45 · Jul 18, 2011

I called the other day about Aruba and was told that they only had Aruba available for October and November.

Sandy VDH · Jul 19, 2011

So let me get this straight. I have a res booked for December for Orlando. I actually have xmas booked. But I could XYZ another week likely the week before (available now) or the week after (available soon) for the $169 fee ONLY.

If available, if excess inventory, come on its Orlando, of course there is excess inventory.

Did I get that right?

heathpack · Jul 19, 2011

Sandy Lovell said:
So let me get this straight. I have a res booked for December for Orlando. I actually have xmas booked. But I could XYZ another week likely the week before (available now) or the week after (available soon) for the $169 fee ONLY.

If available, if excess inventory, come on its Orlando, of course there is excess inventory.

Did I get that right?

Yes, you got it. Unit size you book is supposed to be equivalent to size of your original deposit.

H

LAX Mom · Jul 19, 2011

Sandy Lovell said:
So let me get this straight. I have a res booked for December for Orlando. I actually have xmas booked. But I could XYZ another week likely the week before (available now) or the week after (available soon) for the $169 fee ONLY.

If available, if excess inventory, come on its Orlando, of course there is excess inventory.

Did I get that right?

Sandy,
You need to call II and see if Orlando is on the grid for December. They have a grid and certain areas are available if it is low season there. I would guess the week before your Xmas week is probably available, but after would be New Year's so probably not. I don't think XYZ weeks are offered during holiday periods.

Also, not everything you see online is offered as an XZY. I've called about some locations & during a particular month only about half of the online availability shows as an option for an XYZ. You never know which weeks they'll let you book until you call & talk to a rep.

TSPam · Jul 22, 2011

Hi,
As of yesterday XYZ went into December but stops before the holidays.

kimlinh01 · Jul 24, 2011

Hi, I know it's too early now but do you think XYZ will be available next June for Westin Kierland Villas in Scottsdale? It's a nice resort but very hot in the summer. Also if anyone has the phone and extension for a Worldmark rep that knows about XYZ please PM me.
Thanks!

heathpack · Jul 24, 2011

kimlinh01 said:
Hi, I know it's too early now but do you think XYZ will be available next June for Westin Kierland Villas in Scottsdale? It's a nice resort but very hot in the summer. Also if anyone has the phone and extension for a Worldmark rep that knows about XYZ please PM me.
Thanks!

I think there is a good chance. We are going to Westin Kierland on an XYZ over Labor Day.

H

kds4 · Jul 29, 2011

happyfoot said:
Just wanted to share that I booked my first XYZ exchange on July 6. Got a 1 bedroom Marriott Grande Vista (one of our home resorts while we will be in the Orlando area in September after attending my husband's annual Red Diamond reunion in DC. Hubby & I are so happy! We have been MVCI owners since 1997 and just recently found out about XYZ exchanges. Thanks to Dioxide for all your helpful posts on daily digest.

As usual, trying to save $$ here & there, I am trying to find out if there will be any US/IOA discounts coming up in September. I know about UTC, etc. Ideally we would just like to do one day (WWOHP is a must) because we will mostly be doing Disney (have AP). Also just found out about Orlando's Magical Dining Month in September & am psyched about that. Anyone "been there, done that?"

Hi. We will be staying at Harbour Lakes the first week of September. Can you tell me where I can get more information on the 'Magical Dining Month'?

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