Starwood Vacation Ownership
Aug 15, 2014, 4:38 pm
#361
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Join Date: Dec 1999
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Titanium
Posts: 15,354
I'm guessing I overpaid, but by how much?
On another note, I'm not entirely sure how staying at other SVN resorts works. Is that where the StarOptions come into play? So would I have to have enough StarOptions to stay the same week at a "nicer" resort? Or is that just part of the exchange process?
I'll look at the TUG BBS, too, I guess, since that seems to be a great resource.
On another note, I'm not entirely sure how staying at other SVN resorts works. Is that where the StarOptions come into play? So would I have to have enough StarOptions to stay the same week at a "nicer" resort? Or is that just part of the exchange process?
I'll look at the TUG BBS, too, I guess, since that seems to be a great resource.
Last edited by RichMSN; Aug 15, 2014 at 5:32 pm
Aug 15, 2014, 10:28 pm
#362
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: BC, Canada
Programs: Bonvoy Titanium Elite, VSE/MVC Chairman's Club
Posts: 546
head over to the SVO forum at TUG -- http://tugbbs.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=51
Aug 15, 2014, 10:32 pm
#363
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: BC, Canada
Programs: Bonvoy Titanium Elite, VSE/MVC Chairman's Club
Posts: 546
I'm guessing I overpaid, but by how much?
On another note, I'm not entirely sure how staying at other SVN resorts works. Is that where the StarOptions come into play? So would I have to have enough StarOptions to stay the same week at a "nicer" resort? Or is that just part of the exchange process?
I'll look at the TUG BBS, too, I guess, since that seems to be a great resource.
On another note, I'm not entirely sure how staying at other SVN resorts works. Is that where the StarOptions come into play? So would I have to have enough StarOptions to stay the same week at a "nicer" resort? Or is that just part of the exchange process?
I'll look at the TUG BBS, too, I guess, since that seems to be a great resource.
A studio (really a large hotel room) will typically set you back 67,100 StarOptions for a week in high season at the "nicer" resorts...
Sep 12, 2014, 11:55 pm
#364
Join Date: Sep 2005
Posts: 42
Looking for a referral to Cancun Lagunamar if possible.
Thanks!
Thanks!
Nov 13, 2014, 3:40 pm
#365
Join Date: Sep 2005
Programs: SPG Lifetime Platinum
Posts: 168
We are interested in a referral to the Westin St. John Villas SVO property for ourselves and our parents. Please send a PM if you are able to assist. Thanks very much in advance!
Nov 13, 2014, 5:35 pm
#366
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: TUL
Programs: AA EXP 2MM; Marriott Titanium; Hilton Diamond; Hyatt Explorist; Vistana 5* Elite; Nat'l Exec Elite
Posts: 6,177
I will say you are asking for a referral to the most popular SVO property and it is difficult for non-St. John Villas SVO owners to get reservations at this property so you may want to set your expectations of success at a low level.
Nov 13, 2014, 7:20 pm
#367
Join Date: Sep 2005
Programs: SPG Lifetime Platinum
Posts: 168
Thanks much for the helpful info. In the event that there are any St. John SVO owners out there reading this message, thanks in advance for your kind consideration!
Nov 13, 2014, 10:59 pm
#368
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: BC, Canada
Programs: Bonvoy Titanium Elite, VSE/MVC Chairman's Club
Posts: 546
Agreed, looks like on a good day there are no more than two or three units available for booking at exactly 8mos out (the earliest a non-owner can try to exchange in) and they're gone in minutes...
Nov 18, 2014, 10:53 pm
#369
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Irvine, CA USA
Posts: 76
Is someone able to provide a Lagunamar referral? I'd appreciate one.
May 6, 2015, 11:07 pm
#370
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Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Danville, CA, USA;
Programs: UA 1MM, WN CP, Marriott LT Plat, Hilton Gold, IC Plat
Posts: 15,722
Moved - wrong thread. However note that SPG is currently sending targeted offers of $798 for 5 nights in a studio @ SVO Maui (no sales pitch required). A lot cheaper than buying a unit 
Last edited by Boraxo; May 6, 2015 at 11:25 pm
Aug 4, 2015, 12:37 pm
#371
Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: San Francisco, CA
Posts: 13
I am looking for a referral to the Mission Hills Villas (Rancho Mirage, CA).
Thank you!
Thank you!
Aug 20, 2015, 8:09 am
#373
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Richmond, VA
Programs: Delta Platinum Medallion, SPG Platinum
Posts: 33
Went to a presentation yesterday at the Myrtle Beach Sheraton Broadway Plantation Villas. I didn't take the offer on ownership, but I did take the last chance offer. Now I'm second guessing myself, but I'm just considering it a prepaid vacation. Basically the offer was 60k Starpoints + 8 days/7 nights at the Sheraton Vistanas in Orlando, FL, or back at Myrtle Beach for $2,800. I pay that at 0% interest for 2 years, or until I feel like going on that trip within 2 years and pay the rest off. Also if I choose to join SVN, the $2,800 goes toward the down payment.
So basically just wondering what you think... 1) keep the trip/points, or 2) cancel the agreement, pay a $99 penalty, and call it a lesson learned.
For the record I have no intention of joining SVN, the lifetime MF scares the .... out of me. Who knows where I'll be in a few years.
So basically just wondering what you think... 1) keep the trip/points, or 2) cancel the agreement, pay a $99 penalty, and call it a lesson learned.
For the record I have no intention of joining SVN, the lifetime MF scares the .... out of me. Who knows where I'll be in a few years.
Aug 23, 2015, 1:23 am
#374
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: New Orleans, AA EXP, DL PM, SPG PLT, HH Diamond
Posts: 3,750
I think it's an ok deal. We purchased a similar Hilton package several years ago and after we returned home, decided to rescind and use the money to buy at Westin Kierland (resale). I will say that buying a TS on the resale market was a very good decision for us. The level of accommodations is very high; it really spoils you - is difficult for us to stay in a regular hotel room now.
Myrtle Beach Sheraton Broadway Plantation Villas. I didn't take the offer on ownership, but I did take the last chance offer. Now I'm second guessing myself, but I'm just considering it a prepaid vacation. Basically the offer was 60k Starpoints + 8 days/7 nights at the Sheraton Vistanas in Orlando, FL, or back at Myrtle Beach for $2,800. I pay that at 0% interest for 2 years, or until I feel like going on that trip within 2 years and pay the rest off. Also if I choose to join SVN, the $2,800 goes toward the down payment.
So basically just wondering what you think... 1) keep the trip/points, or 2) cancel the agreement, pay a $99 penalty, and call it a lesson learned.
For the record I have no intention of joining SVN, the lifetime MF scares the .... out of me. Who knows where I'll be in a few years.[/QUOTE]
Myrtle Beach Sheraton Broadway Plantation Villas. I didn't take the offer on ownership, but I did take the last chance offer. Now I'm second guessing myself, but I'm just considering it a prepaid vacation. Basically the offer was 60k Starpoints + 8 days/7 nights at the Sheraton Vistanas in Orlando, FL, or back at Myrtle Beach for $2,800. I pay that at 0% interest for 2 years, or until I feel like going on that trip within 2 years and pay the rest off. Also if I choose to join SVN, the $2,800 goes toward the down payment.
So basically just wondering what you think... 1) keep the trip/points, or 2) cancel the agreement, pay a $99 penalty, and call it a lesson learned.
For the record I have no intention of joining SVN, the lifetime MF scares the .... out of me. Who knows where I'll be in a few years.[/QUOTE]
Aug 23, 2015, 10:49 am
#375
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: YYZish
Posts: 300
I would love a referral for any property in Hawaii. Is anyone able to help me out? Much appreciated!