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Re: Marriott Vacation Club Destinations Exchange Program (by Bill M.):
we have attended 3 presentations on points. You can no longer purchase individual property -- only points. Marriott has put all unsold properties in a "trust" . These are available only with points. Overall appears there is a shrinking number of marriott timeshares available EXCEPT thru points. We feel marriott has devalued our original purchase and has reneged on "promises" concerning ease of trades, availability etc. There appears to be a shrinking number of Marriott properties which will be available for exchange (not using points) Also as others noted if you are in points system, the points you receive for your property are less than the number required to get that week back if you change your mind. Overall, it appears that marriott will give priority to point owners. Marriott seems to be pulling back on using II. Any comments..............the skeptic