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For all its success, Airbnb still has work to do when it comes to attracting timeshare distributors to its network.
Andrew Sheivachman, Skift | 8 years ago
The devil is always in the details, but in this case (so far) the devil doesn't have any tricks up his sleeves.
With so many diverse types of accommodations available these days and with the world getting younger, the timeshare business may be losing its luster (although that luster was tenuous, at best).
Dennis Schaal, Skift | 10 years ago
Considering the reputation of both the hard-sell sales practices as well as how sales agents are treated in the timeshare industry, this arrangement seems like a poor match for everyone involved. Except, of course, the developer.
Skift | 11 years ago
If you're going to have a timeshare in the Virgin Islands you're after something particular and that is likely very closely aligned with what Mr. Margaritaville can help you with.
Whether it's Westgate or a more reputable company like Wyndham, the reality of a timeshare rarely matches the promise of a high-pressure sales pitch -- no matter which end of that pitch you're on.
David Wren, The Sun News | 11 years ago
Club Med’s rebranding is born out of the confidence of increased profits and growth on the horizon, but are its magical ads more than luxury bookers are looking for?
Samantha Shankman, Skift | 11 years ago
You are crazy if you think Airbnb and HomeAway aren't pressuring the traditiional hotel industry. Choice Hotels' new timeshare endeavor is a tiny manifestation of the disruption in the lodging industry.
Dennis Schaal, Skift | 11 years ago
Short-Term Rentals
To outsiders, timeshare salesman exist to make used-car salesman look respectable. To multi-millionaire Siegel they exist to sell your properties, then not pay commissions to. It's hard to imagine a situation where someone could look scummier.
This Work Vacation Balance program for NextGreatPlace is a clever tack by the company to get some traction in the corporate world. And, with their own vacation planners, employees should be able to hook themselves with some nice vacations without the stress of doing all that travel planning on their own.
