Advantages of Off Peak Travel... Timeshare Traveler Episode 248

[@DavidRodriguez-ou9fy]

We've come to capitalize on off peak travel to stretch points. I would've NEVER thought about it until we became HGVMax owners!

[@timesharetraveler]

In my experience it is leveraging choices I never had before I owned timeshares. It was a new concept to me that I soon discovered was very beneficial.

[@DerekB-q4v]

What do you ask at checkin? "Do you have any free upgrades available?"

[@timesharetraveler]

I have status with all hotels and Timeshares, so I wait for the "we thank you for your loyalty for being a premier member", and then I ask for a specific upgrade since they have basically asked me how I can I reward you for your loyalty. The current one I did was an upgrade from a studio to a one bedroom. I am very specific. Or, can you put me as close to the ocean view as possible (which often results in an ocean view upgrade). I don't always get what I want, but I often get part of what I want. I am always very grateful to the person (I specifically tell the person and I really am grateful... Not making it up) and I let them know that being a member with Status has been very rewarding. I feel very blessed with all the benefits I am provided. Both what I paid for and what I get as a free upgrade.

[@thejokerspeaks]

I love the pricing for Sedona Film Festival, which overlaps another weekend event. Wyndham makes it simple with broad seasonal blocks, and overlooks the festival or 3 day weekend spikes. The same for high season, while hotels get maxed out, your timeshare stays the same. $400 a night during conventions in Las Vegas? No problem, you've Plan A saves you even more. I try to use my free Hilton nights during high season, or Hyatt as of late. I booked a Hyatt Regency in Long Beach for $300 in points, where the cash price was close to $700 with taxes and fees!

[@timesharetraveler]

It is surprising what a little research does. I wish I understood this 20 years ago. I like your idea of figuring the best option based on season. Before I had timeshares, I didn’t understand peak seasons even though hotels have even more broad seasonality!!!

[@thejokerspeaks]

​@@timesharetraveler I remember seeing a testimonial on KZbin from a Marriott owners who wasn't doing well with their ownership. MF were too expensive for their local vacation destination, unlike how you utilize in HI. They would plan their summer vacation based on peak hotel pricing, and specifically that timeshare's pricing to the public, just to not feel underwater. Hopefully they can utilize off peak pricing and last-minute deals later on. BTW speaking of Hawaii, I just sold a CD titled "Christmas in Hilo", to someone in Hilo.

[@timesharetraveler]

It is always Christmas in Hilo. Hilo is a gift to the world. I suspect there are a lot of timeshare owners who could benefit from a little education. Nothing comes without a little risk. And sometimes people are too scared to try and learn new things. Even if they would be better.