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Take a Timeshare Vacation and Visit Unique Mackinac Island

Are you still trying to beat the summer heat? A great place to head for relief is Mackinac Island in northern Michigan, where summer temperatures are in the pleasant mid-70’s. Mackinac Island (actually pronounced “Mak-in-aw”) is located in Lake Huron at the eastern end of the Straits of Mackinac. Rent a timeshare in the area…

Enjoy a Laguna Beach Timeshare Seaside Vacation

Laguna Beach, a seaside resort and artist community, is considered to have some of the most beautiful beaches in southern California. It’s also known for its unique shops, restaurants, world famous art galleries, and art festivals. Rent a Laguna Beach timeshare and you’ll soon be enjoying scenic beaches and some of the most spectacular sunsets…

Explore Lake Mead from your Las Vegas Timeshare

Las Vegas is certainly the place for glitz and glamour, but are you aware that it is also a perfect place to get out and enjoy the great outdoors? Amazingly, located just a half hour from Las Vegas, is Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the United States. Rent a Las Vegas timeshare then head…

Ready to Rent a Timeshare? Use a Vacation Escrow Service

Ready to book that dream timeshare rental vacation? Don’t forget to use a vacation escrow service to ensure a secure and convenient timeshare rental transaction. Through First American Title Insurance, RedWeek.com members can transact rental agreements with other members, without security concerns that may be associated with private transactions. Just make sure you are making…

Timeshare Resale vs. Timeshare Developer: How to Buy?

Timeshare purchase methods have changed in the last 10 years. Whereas before, the only way to buy a timeshare was directly from the resort developer, there is now a timeshare resale marketplace to consider when getting ready to purchase a timeshare for your annual vacation needs. And, with information being available so readily on the…

Marriott’s OceanWatch Villas at Grande Dunes Timeshares Final Phase Opening

This summer Marriott Vacation Club announced the final phase opening of Marriott’s OceanWatch Villas at Grande Dunes in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Located in the exclusive Grande Dunes master-planned community, amidst stately southern homes and along the blue Atlantic Ocean with miles of pristine beaches, this extraordinary resort is “the perfect blend of luxurious accommodations.” The…

Aulani Disney Timeshare Resort Scheduled to Open Fall 2011

Disney has just begun offering sales of its brand new premier family resort on the island of Oahu. The Aulani – A Disney Resort and Spa in Ko’ Olina is scheduled to open in the fall of 2011. Just the sound of a Hawaii vacation evokes a family dream vacation come true! And the name…

Tourist Attractions Near Your Gatlinburg Timeshare

Gatlinburg, sitting as the gateway to the most visited National Park in America, the Great Smokies National Park, is a plethora of surprises. From the Space Needle to Hillbilly Golf, from the haunted Mysterious Mansion to the largest collection of Hollywood Star Cars – you won’t believe this place for great tourist attractions. Rent a…

Water Safety at your Timeshare Resort

When your family is vacationing in a timeshare rental, no matter the time of year odds are that the resort has swimming pools. Well, that’s half the fun of staying at a resort, especially for your kids. And many of the resorts have waterpark features or are near waterpark theme parks. Dr. Steven Dowshing, chief…