When you're traveling with a group of four or more, cramming
into a single hotel room or trying to arrange adjoining
rooms can be a challenge. Most people don't realize that timeshare
units are so much different than hotels.
With a standard hotel you get:
-One room with a bed and a bathroom
This setup is particularly difficult for families with small
children. When the kids go to sleep, mom and dad's options
are limited, as the whole family is sharing one room.
But, with a timeshare, you typically get a full condominium
unit. A typical timeshare offers:
-One, two, or three bedrooms
-A central living room (usually with a sleeper sofa)
-Dining area
-A complete kitchen with full-size stove, oven, microwave, and
dishwasher, as well as dishes and utensils
-Washer and dryer
-One, two, and sometimes three full bathrooms
With a timeshare, mom and dad can put the kids to bed in one
bedroom and continue to enjoy themselves in the spacious
living areas.
Many
timeshare resorts offer complimentary
children's activities, such as arts and crafts,
pool games, t-shirt making, karaoke, and
more, giving parents a chance to spend
some quiet time together. But with swimming
pools, water parks, miniature golf courses,
bowling, family game shows, and movie nights,
just to name a few, activities abound for the
entire family.
In addition to the spatial differences and available
activities, a timeshare can open up a host of
options that are not available to families staying in
a hotel. The full kitchen allows families to eat
meals in their unit rather than in restaurants. Many
timeshares offer movie rentals on-site and VCRs or
DVD players in the units, so families can save
money on entertainment as well.
It
truly is the best way to go when traveling with groups.
You get to spend time together while maintaining your
privacy.
