Marriott Vacation Club has recently announced the opening of Marriott’s Lakeshore Reserve at Grande Lakes in Orlando.  This sought after resort is incredibly popular.  The historic resort is the first to hold both be managed by both the JW Marriott and the Ritz Carlton brands.  Respected names in the hospitality industry, the 85 villas of unsurpassed Marriott luxury is sure to suit the discerning traveler.  It’s magnificent first phase and 340 proposed villas are built upon the 500 acre Grand Lakes property.  Timeshare owners have already begun to offer their weeks at this stunning resort up for rent and sale.  The secondary marketplace is an affordable way to experience Marriott’s Lakeshore Reserve this year!

Located in beautiful Orlando, Florida the class Tuscan style is warm and inviting with the elegance of a Marriott resort matched with Ritz Carlton Golf Club and Spa.  Guests can enjoy fine dining on-site and extraordinary shopping and Orlando nightlife nearby.  And while Marriott is notorious for the astounding resorts it has established across the globe, this resort will feature some revolutionary floor-plans.  Six types of spacious villa are available and range from 1,185 to 1,655 square feet of lavish Marriott living space to enjoy on your vacation.

“We are thrilled to open the doors of the stunning new resort in one of Orlando’s most prestigious settings, “ said Lee Cunningham, executive vice president and chief operating office for Marriott Vacations Club, North America and the Caribbean. “We are constantly striving to meet and exceed our Owners’ and Guests’ expectations and we believe Marriott’s Lakeshore Reserve will truly impress everyone.”  For the first time in North America, Marriott Vacation Club has introduced two-story townhomes in addition to traditional two- and three-bedroom configurations.

Each floor-plan features a fully-equipped gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.  Along with the generous living area and massive dining room, each suites features flat-screen televisions, DVD players and an oversized shower and soaking tub in the master suites.  The gigantic three bedroom townhouse can accommodate 12 guests comfortably.  Washer and dryers and included to keep the packing light and wireless internet is available for you to keep in touch with reality.

The Resort features a stunning pool in the center of the resorts and parallel waterslides and whirlpool spas.  The fitness center includes a sauna and steam room and Blossom’s Pool Bar & Grill offers daily lunch and dinner specials.  The massive courtyard is peaceful with Italian inspired brick paving and vibrant landscaping that delivers a magnificent view of the resort from anywhere you decide to relax.

Marriott Vacation Club is a world leader in vacation ownership with over 50 resorts and over 12,000 magnificent suites though the U.S., Caribbean, Europe and Asia.  As the timeshare concept has gained popularity over the past years, the resale market is becoming the choice way to acquire a lifelong relationship with Marriott Vacation Club resorts.  Do not hesitate to keep vacationing and vacation for less money than ever, with the resale market securing inexpensive luxury vacations to millions of travelers around the globe!

Source: Marketwire, June 21, 2010

Greater flexibility, further personalization and more experience opportunities for Owners is what Marriott Vacation Club, the premier timeshare brand of Marriott International, had in mind when they developed the points-based Marriott Vacation Club Destinations program for North America and Caribbean timeshare hotels and resorts.

Lee Cunningham, executive vice president and chief operating officer for Marriott Vacation Club, North America and the Caribbean was quoted saying “after a quarter century of providing unforgettable vacations, we are excited to announce the most significant program innovation in our history: a new product offering that is easy to use and will provide our Owners unparalleled flexibility”.  The vacation program was designed specifically for both current and future Owners and will offer an enhanced opportunity to new customers going forward.  Current Owners will maintain the full rights and privileges of their ownership; at the same time, existing Owners will have the choice to enroll in this new program to further enhance their vacation experience.

The Marriott Vacation Club Destinations program allows Owners to redeem Vacation Club Points to travel within any of the four Vacation Collections listed below:

1. Marriott Vacation Club Collection: Enjoy reservation access among 50-plus luxurious Marriott Vacation Club resorts, and take advantage of the ease of any day check-in, varied lengths of stay, accommodation-size options, and an increase in choices for travel season at resorts in North America and the Caribbean

2. Marriott Collection: Have your choice from over 3,000 hotels, and experience new destinations through trade for Marriott Rewards points

3. Explorer Collection:  Lead the way and explore new lands or cruise the seas in luxury with exchange for exceptional travel packages

4. World Traveler Collection: Gain access to a global system of over 2,500 resorts in more than 75 countries through Marriot Vacation Club’s esteemed exchange partner, Interval International

The program is structured such that Marriott Vacation Club Destinations Owners will receive annually, an allocation of Vacation Club Points to redeem for customized getaway experiences.  Also, owners have the ability to bank, borrow, or purchase additional Vacation Club Points each year.  A personalized feature of the program provides Owners the services of a personal Vacation Ownership Advisor to assist in travel arrangements within any one of the four Collections.