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Re: Which TS company would best suit my needs? (by Phil L.):

Kelly I do disagree about RCI only because I hated belonging to Rci back in the late 80's and sold our unit and left for II.

Over the years we have had friends also leave Rci for same reasons and even now you read everyday complaints about RCI service or lack of!

I have always stated buy where you love to go and use exchange as back up plan. We only do request first with II and get our pick or go to our resort that year and have great time.I would agree not to buy in Flordia for exchange but if you know the resort you want and week you want then you can get great deals on resales.

If your vacation is the same week every year you might even want to buy a fixed week and never worry about getting turned away. Most family needs change over the years and sometimes owning a fixed week great first few years but like life things change. I think your asking the wrong question because no one on here can recommend which timeshare resort or timeshare company is best for you. This is only something you can decide on by trying different resorts and area's yourself.

Also if you buy in resorts that deals with II then you can request first and not lose your week. Remember II only makes fair exchange and have the higher tier resorts so don't think you will by a one bedroom and trade to Hawaii for a two bedroom unless its within the 59 days limit.

When most of us say don't buy in Flordia its because timeshares are a dime a dozen there so exchange not as great as far as value. There are some very nice resorts in Flordia, The Disney World area just has to many resorts! Outside of this area much better if this is a location you have interest.

Also again in my opinion buying a low end resort and expecting to trade high just not going to happen. Buy what you want to vacation in every year and if it cost you a little more then fine but get what you want.

This will save you many years of being a unhappy timeshare owner! PHILL12