help me choose a timeshare.....

emamasa · 08-26-2008

we have 4 options available for our timeshare exchange for next june. i think i know which one to choose, but would love all of you to help! so, what do you think? any experience with any of these?

sheraton vistana resort
club sevilla
vacation village at parkway
villas at fortune place

Boss Mouse · 08-26-2008

What are the choices?

emamasa · 08-26-2008

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Originally Posted by Boss Mouse

What are the choices?

sorry, i should have put it in the post, there is a poll on top of the thread.

mousemom · 08-26-2008

Have you thought of Orange Lake Resort. I LOVE,LOVE that resort. We stayed there 2 years ago and that by far was everyones favorite(apart from Disney of course).I don't know if that can be included in one of your choices but I would highly consider it if you can. If not i would go with Sheraton. By the way,you can only book Orange Lake every 3 years

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emamasa · 08-26-2008

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Originally Posted by mousemom

Have you thought of Orange Lake Resort. I LOVE,LOVE that resort. We stayed there 2 years ago and that by far was everyones favorite(apart from Disney of course).I don't know if that can be included in one of your choices but I would highly consider it if you can. If not i would go with Sheraton. By the way,you can only book Orange Lake every 3 years

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we stayed at orange lake 2 years ago - 3 i guess when we go back, but it isn't available the week we want to go. we waited super long to book - some issues with our timeshare company and DH"s grandpa - its his timeshare, but we are the only ones who use it. anyway, finally got the go ahead to book, and only have 4 choices now.

iluvwdw · 08-26-2008

I had to vote Sheraton Vistana....I own there! And I absolutely LOVE it!!!!! I wouldn't hesitate to stay there. Exactly when are you going? They are updating the ENTIRE resort. I think by the end of next year, only 1 or 2 sections will still be older. Who knows, they might even be refurbished, too!

PM me with ANY and all questions. We stayed there for a week last year and never even left the property! NO PARKS OR ANYTHING!!!!! We took the time to really enjoy the resort.

The location can't be beat. It's right near I-4 on 525. Not too far from the entrance to DTD...and also the International Drive entrance, too! PERFECT location!!!!

Here's a link to a blog that featured Vistana Resort. It's a good read and really gives you a feel for the resort!

Love your Family

emamasa · 08-26-2008

kim, i KNEW you'd vote vistana! haha! the only problem i see with it is my rci info says it's a one bedroom - we want a 2 bedroom and according to what i have seen, i can't get it there. i need to just call i guess. vacation village at parkway says its a 2 bedroom lockout - which would be great with 2 families! so i'm leaning that way, unless vistana can do the same for us.

DayDreamer · 08-26-2008

Sheraton Vistana! I've stayed at Sheraton Vistana and Vacation Village and the Sheraton is beautiful. Vacation Village was nice but I didn't like the parking situation. After a long day at the parks the last thing I wanted to do is park and then walk a little ways to my unit. I also thought the pools were very small at Vacation Village. I have no complaints about Sheraton Vistana; awesome resort.

iluvwdw · 08-26-2008

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Originally Posted by emamasa

kim, i KNEW you'd vote vistana! haha! the only problem i see with it is my rci info says it's a one bedroom - we want a 2 bedroom and according to what i have seen, i can't get it there. i need to just call i guess. vacation village at parkway says its a 2 bedroom lockout - which would be great with 2 families! so i'm leaning that way, unless vistana can do the same for us.

Sarah, exactly WHEN are you going? I find it hard to believe that a 2 BR at Vistana wouldn't come up.

KEEP TRYING. You won't regret it!

Here's a link to the resort to get your palette wet.

Sheraton Vistana Resort, Orlando, Florida

Jennatrz · 08-27-2008

Sarah, I know that this one is not on your list but we love, love, love.....Marriott's Grande Vista. It's absolutely stunning there. We have stayed there many times and we love it everytime. They do have two bedroom's with jacuzzi's. They are so nicely decorated. Very comfortable.

MickeyMcFizzle · 08-27-2008

I've heard the Sheraton Vistana is really nice!

rlcarmichael · 08-27-2008

Looks like solid for SVA.

Another way to choose is to look on ebay and see what the units are bringing in resale auctions. I think you'll find SVA and Orange Lake are the best of the WDW area non DVC timeshares.

emamasa · 08-27-2008

ok, thanks everyone! I'm going to call rci and see what i can get - sometimes speaking to someone is better than online. plus, i want to add a night if i can!

tiki · 08-27-2008

We just stayed at the Vistana for the first time Aug 9-12, didn't want to leave. I would suggest at least 5 days. Make sure you get a big enough villa, perferably with full kitchen. Make time for swimming, ping pong etc...there.

iluvwdw · 08-28-2008

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Originally Posted by tiki

We just stayed at the Vistana for the first time Aug 9-12, didn't want to leave. I would suggest at least 5 days. Make sure you get a big enough villa, perferably with full kitchen. Make time for swimming, ping pong etc...there.

They all have some sort of kitchen...the smaller 1 bedrooms have an efficiency which is a full sized fridge, a stove top and convection oven/microwave. The larger 1 bedroom and 2 bedroom units have FULL kitchens.

Sarah, GO GET IT! I can't see why you will have a problem getting a 2 BR villa, unless it's during a holiday week.

When EXACTLY are you going? Make sure to request one of these sections; I think the rehabs will be done by the end of next year. Make sure to request a rehabbed room in: LAKES (I own there), FALLS, FOUNTAINS, FOUNTAINS II, and SPRINGS.

GOOD LUCK!!!!!!

View Poll Results: which timeshare should i choose?
Sheraton Vistana Resort	8	100.00%
Club Sevilla	0	0%
Vacation Village at Parkway	0	0%
Villas at Fortune Place	0	0%
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emamasa Mickey's other girlfriend Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Columbus, Indiana Posts: 2,752	help me choose a timeshare..... we have 4 options available for our timeshare exchange for next june. i think i know which one to choose, but would love all of you to help! so, what do you think? any experience with any of these? sheraton vistana resort club sevilla vacation village at parkway villas at fortune place __________________ Sarah Avatar -5 pretty princesses!! visit me on myspace..... http://www.myspace.com/sarahc33 My Disney Countdown Counting down to: our next trip to my favorite place (a surprise for the kids and with our good friends) we have arrived at the happiest place on earth! Last edited by emamasa; 08-26-2008 at 01:57 PM. Reason: duh, forgot to put the choices!

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mousemom Mouse Meister Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Havana,Florida Posts: 1,207	Re: help me choose a timeshare..... Have you thought of Orange Lake Resort. I LOVE,LOVE that resort. We stayed there 2 years ago and that by far was everyones favorite(apart from Disney of course).I don't know if that can be included in one of your choices but I would highly consider it if you can. If not i would go with Sheraton. By the way,you can only book Orange Lake every 3 years. __________________ MY DISNEY TRIPS June 2006 Seraton Resort June 2007 Orange Lake Resort April 2008 Marriot Resort Sept. 2008 Old Key West Nov. 2008 Sarratoga Springs Resort May, 2009 Villas at Wilderness Lodge June, 2009 Grand Beach (offsite) My Disney Countdown Counting down to: A fun family trip!!

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iluvwdw BLT for me! Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Floral Park Village (Long Island), NY Posts: 7,412	Re: help me choose a timeshare..... I had to vote Sheraton Vistana....I own there! And I absolutely LOVE it!!!!! I wouldn't hesitate to stay there. Exactly when are you going? They are updating the ENTIRE resort. I think by the end of next year, only 1 or 2 sections will still be older. Who knows, they might even be refurbished, too! PM me with ANY and all questions. We stayed there for a week last year and never even left the property! NO PARKS OR ANYTHING!!!!! We took the time to really enjoy the resort. The location can't be beat. It's right near I-4 on 525. Not too far from the entrance to DTD...and also the International Drive entrance, too! PERFECT location!!!! Here's a link to a blog that featured Vistana Resort. It's a good read and really gives you a feel for the resort! Love your Family __________________ Kim LIFE IS JUST BETTER WHEN YOU HAVE A DISNEY TRIP PLANNED! 1997 Double Tree ~ 1998 Vistana ~ 1999 April Vistana ~ 1999 July Vistana ~ 1999 Sept All Star Movies ~ 2000 Vistana ~ 2001 Vistana ~ 2002 Vistana ~ 2003 Aug Vistana ~ 2003 Dec All Star Sports, Polynesian & OKW ~ 2004 Feb Vistana ~ 2004 Dec Vistana ~ 2005 Vistana/All Star Music 2006 SSR and Vistana Villages ~ 2007 Sheraton Safari, Vistana, POP Century ~ 2008 Vistana Villages, Animal Kingdom Villas My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Our First Stay at BLT as DVC Members - President's Week 2010! 83 days 2 hours 54 minutes

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emamasa Mickey's other girlfriend Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Columbus, Indiana Posts: 2,752	Re: help me choose a timeshare..... kim, i KNEW you'd vote vistana! haha! the only problem i see with it is my rci info says it's a one bedroom - we want a 2 bedroom and according to what i have seen, i can't get it there. i need to just call i guess. vacation village at parkway says its a 2 bedroom lockout - which would be great with 2 families! so i'm leaning that way, unless vistana can do the same for us. __________________ Sarah Avatar -5 pretty princesses!! visit me on myspace..... http://www.myspace.com/sarahc33 My Disney Countdown Counting down to: our next trip to my favorite place (a surprise for the kids and with our good friends) we have arrived at the happiest place on earth!

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DayDreamer The Executive Gentleman Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Maryland Posts: 2,246	Re: help me choose a timeshare..... Sheraton Vistana! I've stayed at Sheraton Vistana and Vacation Village and the Sheraton is beautiful. Vacation Village was nice but I didn't like the parking situation. After a long day at the parks the last thing I wanted to do is park and then walk a little ways to my unit. I also thought the pools were very small at Vacation Village. I have no complaints about Sheraton Vistana; awesome resort. __________________ Imaaaaaaginaaaation, imaaaaaginaaaation A dream can be a dream come true, With just that spark in me and you. 2008 - Polynesian & Vacation Village 2006 - Contemporary & Sheraton Vistana 2005 - Orange Lake 1996 - Offsite 1993 - Honeymoon Offsite 1986 - Offsite 1982 - Great Aunt's House 1980 - Great Aunt's House 1977 - Disneyland - Aunt's House

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Jennatrz Free Dining 2009! Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Cape Coral, FL Posts: 1,658	Re: help me choose a timeshare..... Sarah, I know that this one is not on your list but we love, love, love.....Marriott's Grande Vista. It's absolutely stunning there. We have stayed there many times and we love it everytime. They do have two bedroom's with jacuzzi's. They are so nicely decorated. Very comfortable. __________________ Jenna 76 off Site,77 off Site,79 off Site, 82 off Site, 84 Contem, 86 Poly,89 off site, 93 POR, 97 CBR, 00 Marriott GV, 03 CBR,05 OKW, 06 SSR, 07Marriott GV, 07 CBR, 08 POR,Next 08 trip off to POP My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Weekend trip!! Great time at the Mouse House

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MickeyMcFizzle Almost a mommy! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Toronto Posts: 1,618	Re: help me choose a timeshare..... I've heard the Sheraton Vistana is really nice!

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rlcarmichael Too many DVC points? NST Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Chesapeake VA Posts: 1,996	Re: help me choose a timeshare..... Looks like solid for SVA. Another way to choose is to look on ebay and see what the units are bringing in resale auctions. I think you'll find SVA and Orange Lake are the best of the WDW area non DVC timeshares. __________________ Richard Carmichael, Chesapeake VA DVC Member BLT, VGC & SSR 2009 SSR(x2), AKV, BWV, BLT(x2), VB, DCL Magic; 2008-SSR, WLV, OKW YC; 2007-YC, GF: DCL Wonder; 2006-SSR, SoG, Poly; 2005- Poly (x2), Orange Lake; 1999-Courtyard LB; Disney Inn (RIP - now SoG) '90, '88, '86 Make-A-Wish Volunteer www.wish.org My Wish - no Wish Kids to send to see THE* Mouse.* 2nd Fav Org - Give Kids The World Village www.gktw.org My Disney Countdown Counting down to: BLT Mk Christmas Trip 18 days 22 hours 9 minutes

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emamasa Mickey's other girlfriend Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Columbus, Indiana Posts: 2,752	Re: help me choose a timeshare..... ok, thanks everyone! I'm going to call rci and see what i can get - sometimes speaking to someone is better than online. plus, i want to add a night if i can! __________________ Sarah Avatar -5 pretty princesses!! visit me on myspace..... http://www.myspace.com/sarahc33 My Disney Countdown Counting down to: our next trip to my favorite place (a surprise for the kids and with our good friends) we have arrived at the happiest place on earth!

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tiki Senior Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Wisconsin, unfortunately Posts: 388	Re: help me choose a timeshare..... We just stayed at the Vistana for the first time Aug 9-12, didn't want to leave. I would suggest at least 5 days. Make sure you get a big enough villa, perferably with full kitchen. Make time for swimming, ping pong etc...there. __________________ Disneyland 1981, 1986, 1988, 1991 WDW 2001-(MVMCP) -offsite 2006-(MNSSHP) CS (loved the theming) 2007-(MNSSHP) ASM (great place for the price) Aug 12-20th '08- POR and ASM My Disney Countdown Counting down to: Just got back, wish I was still there....

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