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Read below to see what some
popular publications have to say about the timeshare industry:
USA TODAY: May 11, 2005
“[Timeshare] Users have flexibility in swapping weeks with other customers or reselling. Rather than converting hotel rooms, developers now typically build from scratch, leading to bigger rooms," says Howard Nusbaum, president of the [American Resort Development Association].  The New York Times: September 24, 2004 “Buying a time share – guaranteed annual occupancy, usually for a week, in a condo-style apartment – is still a popular way to secure a reliably affordable vacation every year at a resort the buyer loves. But the concept has expanded to include points-based systems that allow buyers to divvy up their time into smaller segments, spread among a choice of resorts.” Dr. Mel Borins, the author of “Go Away: Just for the Health of It” states, “Consider Timeshare: Studies show that timeshare owners take longer and more frequent vacations. When you buy a timeshare, you’re making an investment in taking a vacation and are more likely to make use of your vacation time.” “Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and the State University of New York at Osewego found that men who took annual vacations were 17% less likely to die over a nine year period than men who’d skipped their vacations. Not only does time off provide an escape from everyday stress, but most vacations also include healthful activities such as exercise and time with family or friends say the researchers.”
“Timeshare owners are more satisfied with their overall vacation experience and feel they get more value for their hard-earned money. Vacation ownership is clearly becoming the preferred choice for American Travelers.” “Things began changing in the 1990s when big names in the hotel industry decided that timeshare was a viable alternative and began converting properties or building new resorts designed primarily for time-sharing. A lot more has been put into the product – raising quality, offering better amenities. People that have bought timeshares are happy customers.” “Many people have less leisure time and find it harder to get away to use a second home, so fractional ownership makes sense. A timeshare feels like a second home.” “Sales of timeshares and vacation clubs where travelers purchase resort time by the week are soaring along with the economy. Today buyers are affluent boomers seeking the pleasure of a second home without the hassles. They’re drawn to timeshares by new levels of luxury in accommodations, increased flexibility for using or trading their time and more value added goodies than ever.”
“Learn why millions of Americans are opting for vacation ownership by purchasing timeshares. Timeshares have become the fastest growing segment of the travel industry – its flexibility allows families to enjoy thousands of top-notch resorts every year.” “Timeshares have never been more popular as aging boomers see
their value. This is the crowd who is real estate savvy, likes to use
databases, wants flexibility in their vacation planning and likes making
creative investments.”
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