UPDATE: Marriott sales now has the merger details and they are allowed to discuss them with owners.

[DeniseM]

3/27/22 UPDATE: My "Source" is very knowledgeable and well-respected in the timeshare community. Anyone who thinks I would "promote" something unethical doesn't know me, or TUG very well. Rude responses will be deleted.

This thread is for two purposes

1. For Tuggers to ask brief questions.

2. For me to post the answers from my Marriott source*.

• Why no discussion in this thread? So we have a concise list of questions and answers without a lot of chitchat in between.

• Please note - we are NOT asking posters to answer the questions.

• Combative posts will be deleted.

• Other types of posts will be moved to this thread or deleted: https://tugbbs.com/forums/threads/t...ps-marriott-forum.332276/page-18#post-2757538

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Here is some basic info: 3 Star members get Executive, 4 Star, Presidential, and 5 Star, Chairman, regardless of how many DC points they convert to. Now all 3 Star and above get Platinum for life.

You may ask your burning questions in this thread, and I will see if I can get them answered:

Rules for Questions:
1. One questions per person.
2. Read the previous posts first to see if your question has already been asked.
3. Your question must be short and to the point, or I won't pass it on.
4. Off-topic posts will be deleted - if you dont have a question, don't post in this thread.
5. No, I will not disclose my source.

 

[CPNY]

Main question. How is the DC or exchange vehicle being funded with Sheraton/Westin inventory?

(Will Marriott owners have access to the VSN or Marriott be taking inventory from the VSN and putting it into the DC or is the DC being funded by whatever is being elected?)

 

[lily28]

does mandatory resale week and voluntary weeks have capability to elect marriott points, or only enrolled weeks are allowed?

 

[divenski]

Will there be a new level above Chairman, and if so, what will it take to qualify?

 

[mjm1]

What is the cost, if any, for Vistana owners to participate in the new program (Either an “enrollment fee” or purchase requirement) and is it different if they are already Marriott points owners (trust or enrolled)?

 

[DeniseM]

Good questions so far - I will be away from the computer this afternoon and will check back in later.

 

[rad.travel.dad]

Is the election for Vistana into DC a one time decision or an annual decision (like currently exchanging for Bonvoy/Interval)?

 

[dioxide45]

Regarding 3, 4, 5 Star. That transfers over to DC Ownership levels as you indicated. Does the Vistana level still determine Bonvoy status or is it based on DC Status of Executive, Chairman, Etc.? Higher levels of DC status get Bonvoy Titanium.

 

[pchung6]

Does Vistana owner have to pay 2 VSN and MVC membership fees if we elect DC points?

 

[VacationForever]

Can Vistana ownership DC points-equivalence be added onto MVC DC points to achieve a higher status?

 

[dioxide45]

I know you only said one question, but...please...

When (date) will owners actually be able to start electing their Vistana ownership for Club Points?

 

[andysnovel]

When will we be officially notified of this merger, as Vistana owners?

 

[TheTimeTraveler]

Will there be a new level above Chairman, and if so, what will it take to qualify?

Don't they have that now? Ambassador.



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[emeryjre]

are the details in contract form or is this information from someone you trust (but still only verbal)

 

[Negma]

Here is the benefits sheet

 

[cubigbird]

It’s been speculated, but can you please confirm the conversion ratios for deeded weeks and flex?

 

[dms111]

What will be the conversion rate of Star Options to Destination Club points?

 

[CalGalTraveler]

Does electing for this program as an owner of a mandatory resort (e.g. WKORV) eliminate/reduce or alter your ability to offer mandatory rights for SOs to a resale buyer?

 

[dsmrp]

How & when can owners of developer bought or retroed weeks find out the DC conversion value of their weeks? e.g. Will it be available later in June on the Vistana website under their week's details? Or must they attend an owner update?

 

[Mroze]

Do 3* and above get "Platinum for LIFE" or Platinum as long as you maintain TS-Status" like current Marriott TS-Owners who are also eligible for "Titanium"?

 

[dsmrp]

Sorry another question :
Will DC pts conversion apply to 2022 VOI use year or only starting with 2023?
(Like others, I'm still trying to use up my banked options from 2020 & 2021 !)

 

[dioxide45]

No fee or cost

Conversion is not based on staroptions. Refer to posted cobversion rates.

These people are asking questions that @DeniseM is going to take back to her contact. So far we have not seen any posted conversion rates that have been officially announced. Let's allow Denise to get these questions answered unless you are willing to share your sources.

 

[kozykritter]

Will Vistana-only owners be able to rent DC points if they elect DC for a use year? Or can they rent them without electing once this combination becomes formal?

 

[vacationtime1]

What's the annual cost ("Club fee")?
Is the club fee payable every year or only years when points are elected (dumb question; I know)?
Will the club fee cover Interval exchange fees (like Marriott DC Club dues do)?
Is the club fee in addition to the VSN fee (i.e. $215 VSN + $250 DC Club?)?

 

[Kildahl]

To keep the length of this thread manageable, perhaps we should let Denise answer the questions for now.