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Re: Ripoff - Marriott Vacation Club Destinations Program - New Point System (by DrRonald H.):
Tracey, Purchase from an owner on the secondary market. Aruba may seem attractive, but the travel expenses and travel time should be considered.
Marriott will not grant the 100,000+ Marriott Reward points ever other year should you not want to use the unit. However, the best plan is to purchase the villa that you will use, and Aruba will always have HIGH trading power.
You are investing in lifestyle and not in real estate. Do not purchase directly from Marriott (points or otherwise.) Deposit your thousands of dollars of savings and use for transportation and the $1000.00+ annual maintenance fee.