But the risks, rules and fine print of timeshare ownership could really cost you. Watch the video below to see in action the free cruise scam caught on tape. Most of these letters will name a legitimate cruise ship line or trip, but when you take a closer look, theyre arranged by a thirdparty. It was the most frustrating 4 hours ive ever spent, but we did get a free cruise for 2, as promised. If we sat through their timeshare presentation we would get two free cruise. Silverleaf timeshare, just going for the free cruise prize, is it really a free cruise. In most cases, you must attend a 90minute sales pitch, and sometimes take a tour of the timeshare resort as well. What they do is market a free cruise with time share presentations. Presentation horror stories and cheap vacation rentals by miles for family. Free travel from timeshare presentations travel is free.
The rep didnt mention a timeshare pitch, but when i asked her, she said you did need to. Attending a timeshare presentation for a free vacation good. Lauderdale, suffering through a timeshare pitch, and somehow getting yourself to palm beach, one hour away, to board your ship, adding significantly to the convenience and cost of. He said if we toured a resort about 2 hours away we would be given a free 2 night vacation. You will have to earn it by sitting through a long sales pitch, often of more than two hours, and. Since that time, i have received no less that hundreds of calls from the robo number, 866. We received a free carnival cruise when we bought our timeshare. Grandview at las vegas las vegas, nv take in a fabulous show or see the sights along the strip. Thinking about attending a timeshare seminar to get a free cruise, hotel stay, or some other free gift. Bluegreen timeshare sales pitch tactics bluegreen timeshare. The final word on trading your timeshare for a cruise.
Free travel offers that arent really free yes, that trip is free, and yes, buying into a timeshare could be a great opportunity to save money in a muchfrequented destination. Do a quick search of the thirdparty company and you will see how legit they are spoiler. He showed us the brochure of the places you could vacation in, like cabo, hawaii, catalina island, a cruise, etc. Learn more about our timeshare experience with free cruise for. Bluegreen vacations timeshare scam warning timeshare companies discussion forum. Our first class postcard announced we have been selected to receive a free 4 night5 day for 2 on carnival or rccl. One way, outside of the normal ways to get free nights, would be timeshare presentations. The biggest takeaway is that there is no such thing as a free cruise and anyone who sees a free. First let me explain a little bit about what a timeshare presentation is and how getting free. Has anyone received a free cruise from a tampa based company named destiny vacations.
Technically true, but the inventory available is spotty. I went to one in charleston, was put in a nice hotel and given a free cruise as an incentive. Knowing this was a scam, we went with him to check it out. Youll also have to meet every one of the detailed instructions on how to book the cruise and have limitations of when you can go on the cruise. Who doesnt want a twonight getaway to the bahamas on a cruise for free. Buy, rent or sell royal caribbean cruise timeshare resales. In this scam, the fraudster uses the offer of a free cruise to lure their victim into a lengthy, highpressure sales pitch for a timeshare. It was for 3 nights accommodations in south florida, round trip cruise aboard carnival or imperial majesty cruise lines to nassau and 2 nights in orlando. This is the article i wish someone had shown me before we sat through the sales pitch. Has anyone ever taken a free 7 day cruise for attending a timeshare presentation. So ill gladly sit through a sales pitch in order to provide the kids with three free pool days the kids still have fond memories of those three days. How to beat a timeshare sales pitch home along the way.
The whole time share sales pitch well give you something free for sitting through the pitch is jsut that, you want people whom you think you can sell to, and i want the free stuff. Im in the 90 minutes of pain for a 7 day cruise is worth it camp, while my dw would rather just write out a check. I have to wonder what would happen if the people who won the free cruise said they didnt have the money to pay for the additional fees. It is easier and cheaper to book with the cruise line directly. First let me explain a little bit about what a timeshare presentation is and how getting free stuff works. Lately people have shared stories with me about getting all kinds of free things including food or room and board. Hoover dam, red rock canyon, valley of fire, and death valley are all within easy daytrip distance.
Timeshare presentation free cruise to good to be true. May 06, 2015 free travel from timeshare presentations. Under the ruse of coming in to pick out their accommodations, the lucky winner will be subjected to an hourslong timeshare presentation. We will keep updating this list as we get a chance for you to refer to. In exchange for the deal, you are required to attend a timeshare presentation. We did have to go to a 90minute timeshare presentation we were. Our timeshare deals are the premier value choice for timeshare vacations and vacation ownership promotions in the world.
I decided to venture on my own to a hilton grand vacations timeshare presentation, and i will say it wasnt as painful as i thought. Before he met me, my significant other, colin, got a phone call from a timeshare sales company offering a vacation to florida and a bahamas cruise. How is it possible to use timeshare promotions for cheap travel. Get access to memberonly rates backed by the best price guaranteed.
The best way to beat a timeshare sales pitch is dont go to one. It was for an inside cabin only but on a 7 day cruise. It always amazes me that so many people get suckered into buying this free cruise. Discover timeshare vacations and timeshare presentation deals with westgate resorts. The only condition for you to fully qualify are that you answer correctly three quiz questions, or sometimes not even that. Get an amazing deal when you buy, rent or sell a royal caribbean cruise timeshare resale. Cruise deals get cruise deals offers with any timeshare promotions or buy offer today. Our biggest disappointment was when trying to book the cruise, i was told that they didnt honor the free 1a out of tampa, even though we were told several times that we could sail out of any port.
Free 3 day myrtle beach vacation trade 90 minute timeshare. Has any actually taken a free cruise cruisemates cruise. Bahamas free cruise fraud evelyn kanter ecoxplorer. Before you commit to a timeshare presentation, read about my experience with a wellknown vacation club.
This requirement is mentioned when you book your package, and typically the company offering the promotion explains exactly what is required of you. You will soon be receiving a call to book your free bahamas cruise. I received a mailing the other day about one of those 90 minute timeshare presentations. On my landline, on my cell phone, on my wifes cell phone, trying to get us to book our free. You could find it very hard to book a cruise on a date anywhere near where you want to go and when. This popular vacation destination has many things to do for all ages. If you think you can call a month or less before you plan to depart and book a spot on a specific cruise, youre going to be disappointed or broke. It included 7 days transportation by alamo economy carunltd.
On my landline, on my cell phone, on my wifes cell phone, trying to get us to book our free vacation. Ive long had an idea based on the timeshare model for season subscriptions, where not only would you pitch it the same way, but the actual mechanics of what. Youll have to already be in a location where timeshare companies operate. Attending a timeshare presentation for a free vacation. You will pay additional money for a better room, and port taxes, etc. To make sure you can receive the free cruise, a full conversation is being established. Free myrtle beach vacation trade for 90 minute timeshare presentation relax on the white sandy beaches of what is commonly known as americas playground, myrtle beach, sc. If one could truly trade your timeshare exchange week for a full cruise without any additional costs e. May 09, 2015 free travel offers that arent really free yes, that trip is free, and yes, buying into a timeshare could be a great opportunity to save money in a muchfrequented destination. Im just wondering if the company is a scam or if it truly is a timeshare pitch for a trip.
Jun 24, 2009 has anyone received a free cruise from a tampa based company named destiny vacations. I think speaking of winning things, my daughter went to a bridal fair, filled out a bunch of contest entry forms, and we got a call from a condo. How to use timeshare pitches for travel but avoid buying. The number to book directly with the cruise line and avoid the high pressure sales is 800 9953201. I have been sucked in to booking this trip which includes 2 nights. All we have to do is pay govnt taxes, port taxes and applicable fees that may apply.
We walked into the vacation club office, located on the site of a major orlando resort, and were immediately greeted by friendly concierge staff. This requirement is mentioned when you book your package, and typically the. In return for attending, i will be guaranteed a free gift of any of the following of my choice. Free travel offers that arent really free huffpost life. Timeshare presentations have evolved over the years. Fraudulent travel clubs deceptive vacation packages holiday timeshare traps lead generation. Have you been approached by the pushy sales people out of the blue to go sit in on a no pressure 90 minutes timeshare presentation.
They might also threaten to charge your card if you dont stay for the entire timeshare presentation. Despite numerous pleas for them to stop calling, it is incessant. Oct 21, 2017 have you been approached by the pushy sales people out of the blue to go sit in on a no pressure 90 minutes timeshare presentation. Lauderdale, suffering through a timeshare pitch, and somehow getting yourself to palm beach, one hour away, to board your ship, adding significantly to the convenience and cost of your free cruise. Jan 08, 2020 the free cruise scam is something of a legend among travelers, and unfortunately a siren song for the uninitiated. Has anyone taken or know anyone who has actually take one of these. From free cruises that turn out to be timeshare pitches to fake list.
Members who book a vacation with rci cruise can now enjoy exclusive deals and savings on cruises, no restrictions on sailing dates, and the best rate guaranteed on every sailing. Sep 17, 2018 weve all wondered about timeshare from time to time. Fraudulent travel clubs and free cruise vacation packages. Diamond resorts international free gift is this a scam. If we attend, we supposedly get a free cruise for two on either carnival, rcl, or ncl, 7 nights, mexican riviera. Here at staypromo, we negotiate these deals directly with the resorts for our customers to get the best savings and we travel thousands of households yearround on this exact type of stay. Feb 14, 2016 the whole time share sales pitch well give you something free for sitting through the pitch is jsut that, you want people whom you think you can sell to, and i want the free stuff.
If you prefer to bypass the high pressure sales and outright buy the passage, you can do that as well, but you will pay a lot more for the trip and i just dont think its worth that much for two nights when you can get it for free. I attended a timeshare in san antonio and got the hotel free. Top 7 timeshare vacation packages to book for 2020. Everything thats promised to you as free suddenly has a cost. Feb 02, 2017 traveled to kauai in 2015 for vacation. Below is a list of the top 7 timeshare vacation packages to book in 2020. Who doesnt want a twonight getaway to the bahamas on a cruise for free or at. We are very savvy when we plan our travel and do a lot of research before we book. What to do if youre offered a free cruise miami herald.
As with any timeshare exchange, the earlier you book, the more likely you are to be able to reserve the location you want. Rci cruise provides rci subscribing members access to thousands of cruise vacations on many of the leading cruise line. They want us to attend a 90 min lecture and we are suppose to receive a free carnival cruise and air fare. Bluegreen vacations timeshare scam warning timeshare. Celebration cruise line is filling the void left by imperial majesty cruise line, a similarly budgetminded, firsttimer offering and one that also relied on the free cruise timeshare pitch to help fill its only ship. Sep 24, 2017 bluegreen timeshare sales pitch tactics if you have attended or are planning to attend a bluegreen timeshare owner update, orientation meeting or have purchased a quick weekend at a deep discount with the understanding you will attend a sales pitch, then read this post. Not sure why but i find timeshare offers and stories really interesting and its definitely something i want to cover more. I have to wonder what would happen if the people who won the free cruise. Be aware that when you place your business card or name into a drawing for a free vacation, you may be added to a telemarketing call list.
I got the offer in the mail today while researching my next cruise. Im in the 90 minutes of pain for a 7 day cruise is worth it camp, while my dw would rather just write out a. The free cruise scam is something of a legend among travelers, and unfortunately a siren song for the uninitiated. Attending a timeshare presentation for a free vacation good idea. Many of us have also heard about how highpressure timeshare salesman are. We sat down in the lobby as directed, and just a few minutes later, mr. How travel companies get away with free cruise schemes miami. It is because they want you to buy a timeshare and get you to come to a sales pitch. They gave a great pitch and offered us comped meal, gambling money, show tix, etc.