BingoBangoBongo
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Got it. Either way, I am not sure that means a flawed business model but rather work on execution is needed. The business model is the ability to rent timeshare weeks in a similar way that you can rent a home on VRBO or AirBnB. The trouble with search functionality doesn't necessarily mean the business model is flawed. It's a young company and they are working to make improvements and seeking input from users. That is a good thing.
The searches I've done seem to have a very low level of inventory, which really isn't a surprise. If I pick a particular property that I would like to stay it with no dates entered it brings up a list of room types that I then have to click through to see what dates are available, which in some cases in none. When I've input the same area with dates, I get a list of resorts with a Check Availability option and then get a Sold Out result by clicking on that link in many cases. I just ran a similar search on Tripadvisor for the same time period and came up with a bunch of options that were bookable immediately. It's great that they are seeking input from users, but the bottom line is still need inventory.