Original Message:
Are there GOOD, BETTER, BEST places to own a timeshare? (by R P.):
I agree with Phil that the best timeshare to buy is where you like to go each year and when you prefer somewhere else you can exchange it.
Having said that, I would rent (from timeshare owners) before I bought in this economy. You have to remember the rising costs of maintenance fees each year and possible special assessments. Many rental rates are comparable to maintenance fees .... with fewer people vacationing many owners are having to lower their rental rates.