David R
newbie
Hi, I'm new here and came across this board while trying to research timeshares. I really appreciate the fact that this community exists as there's obvioulsly a lot of good learning to be had.
First question: is there a thread that explains all the acronyms you guys use? I couldn't find one that translated the TS code. Some things (like TS, MF and SA) I can figure out, other things like ROFR go right over my head.
Secondly, I am a father of 5 ranging from 1yr old to 20yr old living in Maryland just north of DC, I was trying to find a beach vacation spot for the whole family (the 20 yr old may not be there depending on work, my neice and or a family friend may come along too). The thing is, we like places we can drive to (outer banks at 5-6 hours is the travel limit) and we don't mind going to the same place every year (if you can't have variety, you can have tradition). When we go, we go cheap. We load up the van like the Beverly Hillbillies, and mainly just hang out at the beach and pool the entire time. Large accommodation right on the beach with a killer indoor pool (for when it rains) is perfect for us.
Also, we can usually leave at the drop of a hat, with about a weeks notice during the summer as I am self employed and can partially run my company from the telephone.
I am really curious what the experienced travelers here would recommend. We are not picky, but need clean, safe, near the beach, pool, kitchen (so we don't have to eat out much) and hopefully some kid friendly activities near by. Water parks are a big hit too. So far, we've been to outer banks, virginia beach, rehoboth beach, and ocean city and liked every place we've been, the water seemed warmer in Virignia beach which was nice, but maybe that was just the week we went. We don't have to go during peak season but don't want to go when the water is too cold to swim. Any particular resorts to check out is appreciated. I don't want to fly as it's just too much hassle with the little ones plus it adds expense. We will probably do a road trip to Disney world in a year or two, but I wouldn't want to go there often as it's too far.
The only thing we might trade for is a week in the mountains. We don't ski but we do like lakes, campfires, and peacefull woodsy scenery. As long as there's a nice pool, my waterbabies will be satisfied.
Thanks,
David.
First question: is there a thread that explains all the acronyms you guys use? I couldn't find one that translated the TS code. Some things (like TS, MF and SA) I can figure out, other things like ROFR go right over my head.
Secondly, I am a father of 5 ranging from 1yr old to 20yr old living in Maryland just north of DC, I was trying to find a beach vacation spot for the whole family (the 20 yr old may not be there depending on work, my neice and or a family friend may come along too). The thing is, we like places we can drive to (outer banks at 5-6 hours is the travel limit) and we don't mind going to the same place every year (if you can't have variety, you can have tradition). When we go, we go cheap. We load up the van like the Beverly Hillbillies, and mainly just hang out at the beach and pool the entire time. Large accommodation right on the beach with a killer indoor pool (for when it rains) is perfect for us.
Also, we can usually leave at the drop of a hat, with about a weeks notice during the summer as I am self employed and can partially run my company from the telephone.
I am really curious what the experienced travelers here would recommend. We are not picky, but need clean, safe, near the beach, pool, kitchen (so we don't have to eat out much) and hopefully some kid friendly activities near by. Water parks are a big hit too. So far, we've been to outer banks, virginia beach, rehoboth beach, and ocean city and liked every place we've been, the water seemed warmer in Virignia beach which was nice, but maybe that was just the week we went. We don't have to go during peak season but don't want to go when the water is too cold to swim. Any particular resorts to check out is appreciated. I don't want to fly as it's just too much hassle with the little ones plus it adds expense. We will probably do a road trip to Disney world in a year or two, but I wouldn't want to go there often as it's too far.
The only thing we might trade for is a week in the mountains. We don't ski but we do like lakes, campfires, and peacefull woodsy scenery. As long as there's a nice pool, my waterbabies will be satisfied.
Thanks,
David.
