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Travel Club members who may be interested in purchasing a timeshare might consider the following submission from member John Avery (John will also be presenting a future Travel Skills segment on timeshares).

"The accomodation I think members might be interested in is a points-based timeshare in multiple locations (mostly West North America, Hawaii and some South Pacific). Unlike other timeshares, owners receive points each year to use when and where they choose. For instance a 6000 annual point membership means each year you receive 6000 points which is enough to get a week in many resorts. The only additional cost once you buy the membership is a $425 annual maintenance fee and a small amount towards housekeeping (per stay of any length).

"An added feature is the ability to purchase available rooms 14 days ahead of a stay starting at $40 per night (depending on size, season,, day of week). My wife and I use this method most often to visit resorts in Depoe Bay and near Redmond. We have never failed to find something available. The advantage for us is that we are able to save money by not needing to eat out since the accomodations each have their own kitchen facilities.

"Much more information is available at the Worldmark web site: http://www.worldmarktheclub.com.
Worldmark sell a 6000 annual point timeshare for over $10,000.

"We are selling one for $5,500 inclusive of transfer fees, next quarter maintenance fee and escrow fees (we want to use escrow to make both parties comfortable). I'm sure if you are not already familiar with Worldmark some club members will be and will know what a reasonably priced offer this is.

"I know that there are plenty of scams and spams around but, as I said before, I think this kind of timeshare would be very attractive to some Travel Club members. If they choose to contact us and buy ours, all the better."