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Re: Why Buy a Timeshare? (by Charles S.):

Everything is relative. It all depends on why you wish to buy a timeshare in the first place. Yes, maintenace fees are higher than rentals currently and the MR points have been devalued. However, if you are visiting Grande Vista because you love Orlando and its activities and attractions. You see yourself coming there regularly because Grande Vista is a very nice resort. Tht is why you buy.

As an owner you get to determine when you want to go there and not banking on someone maybe having it available when you want to be there. Also, you can determine if you want the one bedroom or just the studio or maybe you may want two weeks instead of one. (I say this because Grande Vista has lock-offs).

You really need to know what is best for you and your family and what your plans are. Personally, I would look and see what kind of changes Marriott implements before I would make any purchase. Think that would be prudent to wait and see so that you cansee fi you want to even participate in their new system.