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			<title>something you may not know</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:40:46 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Last week I went on a cruise to the Western Caribbean. Today I went to the blood bank to donate blood. I checked that I...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Last week I went on a cruise to the Western Caribbean. Today I went to the blood bank to donate blood. I checked that I had been to another country. They asked me where and I told them a Caribbean cruise. They asked where we docked and when I said Roatan, they looked it up and since malaria is endemic to Roatan, I cannot donate blood for 1 yr after being there.<br />
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I would hope that anyone donating blood would be honest about this. I just thought someone might want to know this to save them the time at the blood bank. <br />
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			<dc:creator>Kay H</dc:creator>
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			<title>SHADOW RIDGE Thanksgiving Available!</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:05:05 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Shadow Ridge currently has Thanksgiving week available: FRI, SAT or SUN check-in. :D 

They were all "gone"...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Shadow Ridge currently has Thanksgiving week available: FRI, SAT or SUN check-in. :D <br />
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They were all &quot;gone&quot; yesterday.:crash:</div>

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			<dc:creator>davidvel</dc:creator>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cancelling a "non-refundable" Starwood Explorer package?]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:33:05 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>When my DW and I endured our last Timeshare Sales onslaught at Rancho Mirage, we regrettably signed up for their...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>When my DW and I endured our last Timeshare Sales onslaught at Rancho Mirage, we regrettably signed up for their &quot;Explorer Package&quot; agreement:  we pay them a large chunk of cash over time, and after it's paid off they'll give us a bunch of Starwood points and the right to endure another sales onslaught within a year.<br />
<br />
We want out, now, for a variety of reasons.  We've paid $600 to them over time.  They, of course, won't voluntarily reimburse us for that amount if we cancel.<br />
<br />
Since we've not received anything, though, I was wondering if anyone here knows if there's legal recourse in getting our money back.  It's certainly unlikely -- I'm sure Starwood worded their contract very specifically to stop this kind of thing -- but also have heard that one can't sign away one's rights.<br />
<br />
Since we've received nothing in return for the money we've paid, is there any chance of getting it back?  Like a magic legal phrase like &quot;by the power of the TUG Anti-Scam Act of 2003, you must return my deposit!&quot;?<br />
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I thought it was worth asking, at least.  Otherwise, we'll just chalk it up as stupidity tax.  :doh: <br />
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Cheers!<br />
cj</div>

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			<title>Gardens of west maui</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:28:32 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[I was considering buying this resort due to it's location but we do not go to Maui every year. I was wondering how you...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>I was considering buying this resort due to it's location but we do not go to Maui every year. I was wondering how you could either save your week for the next year or trade or exchange this resort? I mean what options do you have with this small resort? Thanks, Curt</div>

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			<title>silver status discount</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:27:18 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>I have silver status on my marriott account.
If I stay on a weekend day do I qualify for a 10% discount on my room...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>I have silver status on my marriott account.<br />
If I stay on a weekend day do I qualify for a 10% discount on my room rate?<br />
Do I get this without doing anything or do I have to mention it?<br />
Thanks:)</div>

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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:34:13 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[How can I turn off the password demand before Win7 will boot? I think I saw this once- perhaps here- but it's annoying...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>How can I turn off the password demand before Win7 will boot? I think I saw this once- perhaps here- but it's annoying when I'm the only one who uses my computer. Thanks....<br />
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			<title>Gatlinberg, TN  2 Bd. $650 Jan 2nd</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:13:07 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>7 days 2 bedroom  Starting Jan 2-9. $650

901 238-8595
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>7 days 2 bedroom  Starting Jan 2-9. $650<br />
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901 238-8595<br />
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			<title>Resorts you have enjoyed visiting; bringing along a second couple</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:50:09 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>After this school year is over, we will be semi-empty nesters; our children will be in college.  There are a few...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>After this school year is over, we will be semi-empty nesters; our children will be in college.  There are a few couples we know in the same situation, and we are looking forward to traveling in the off season together at times.<br />
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Are there any resorts that you have enjoyed with accommodations more suitable to two couples...specifically, that there was at least a full/queen bed in the second bedroom?  Resorts do not need to be high-end; just comfortable and clean.</div>

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			<title>5000 Diamond Resort Points for Rent - $400</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:59:16 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>I have 5000 diamond resort points that need to be used by the end of December.  I will be happy to look for...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>I have 5000 diamond resort points that need to be used by the end of December.  I will be happy to look for availability at any Diamond Resort location.</div>

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			<title>t/s near Barcelona</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:07:24 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[There are few t/s resorts available in & around Salou in 2010, dose anyone know how easy to do a day trip to visit...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>There are few t/s resorts available in &amp; around Salou in 2010, dose anyone know how easy to do a day trip to visit Barcelona (~ 80 miles) from there? Either by a train or a rental car? Also a day trip to Valencia (~ 160 miles)?</div>

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			<dc:creator>kiyotaka</dc:creator>
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			<title>What to do with exchange - failed logic</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:54:38 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>I have had a request going for Kauai in May with several exchange companies.  Our first choice is Hanalei bay followed...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>I have had a request going for Kauai in May with several exchange companies.  Our first choice is Hanalei bay followed by Shearwater followed by Cliffs resort.   <br />
<br />
So I have my requests in with II, RCI &amp; TPI.<br />
<br />
Interval,  my logic was I was pretty certain I could get Hanalei soooo I put in the request for hanalei, the Westin and Marriott  using the Marriott and Westin as fillers.<br />
<br />
So what do I find in my email this morning - a confirmation for a one bedroom at the Westin.  Now don't get me wrong, it is a great resort it is just we fell in love with the porperty at Hanalei bay.  One part of me says give it back, the other says you're crazy to give it back.<br />
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I guess what struck me about the resort and hopefully someone who has stayed there can tell me their impression, when I toured it, I just didn't get the &quot;ALOHA&quot; spirit. It felt too corporate.<br />
<br />
We stayed last trip at Marriott beach club and the cliffs and much preferred the cliffs.</div>

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			<dc:creator>chellej</dc:creator>
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			<title>Stores Open on Thanksgiving</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:18:48 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>An increasing number of stores in our area (SE Pennsylvania) are open Thanksgiving Day.  I feel sorry for the employees...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>An increasing number of stores in our area (SE Pennsylvania) are open Thanksgiving Day.  I feel sorry for the employees who must work to keep their jobs.  How do you feel? :ponder:</div>

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			<dc:creator>gpurtz</dc:creator>
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			<title>On my way to Maui!!!!</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:09:31 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>Well we are at the Tampa airport ready for our loonnng flight to paradise. I made my resale purchase EOY at the Westin...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Well we are at the Tampa airport ready for our loonnng flight to paradise. I made my resale purchase EOY at the Westin on Ebay 18 months ago and now this day is finally here!! We used miles for our flight so it is first class on the long haul :hi: I am so excited about our purchase. It has been way too long since we have been to Maui and now it will be an EOY trip! Thanksgiving in Maui - sounds perfect. I will post a few updates from my trip. Plane boards in 15 minutes only 17 hours to go!</div>

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			<dc:creator>jjlovecub</dc:creator>
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			<title><![CDATA[Boston Tuggers The Enchanted Village & Jordan Marsh now at Jordans in Avon MAa]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:43:17 GMT</pubDate>
			<description><![CDATA[Shopping for furniture last night at Jordan's in Avon I was pleasantly surprised to find out that they bought the...]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>Shopping for furniture last night at Jordan's in Avon I was pleasantly surprised to find out that they bought the entire Enchanted Village that was originally in Jordan Marsh. Not only did I see it as a child but I took my children when they were small. It brought a smile to my face. And yes Santa is at the end just like   it was before. And it's free. For a fee you can have a family photo taken<br />
<br />
While in the front lobby there was a booth with candles on the left and lo and behold the famous Jordan Marsh Blueberry Muffins. Jordan's got the JM baker to come out of retirement to make them. I brought some home to my 91 yr old father. $10 for a box of 6.<br />
<br />
I would go during the week because weekends would be mobbed.<br />
<br />
In these trying times it was so nice to see a beloved tradition continue.. Bravo Jordans!</div>

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			<title>Advice on Exchange to Westin Kaanapali in Maui</title>
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			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:05:21 GMT</pubDate>
			<description>I ended up doing a Request First option with II with my April 24 - May 1 2010 NCV reservation trying to get an exchange...</description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>I ended up doing a Request First option with II with my April 24 - May 1 2010 NCV reservation trying to get an exchange to any Marriott in Hawaii for the same week.  <br />
<br />
II called me tonight and gave me the option to go with a 2 bedroom option at Westin Kaanapali Ocean Resort Villas.   I decided to accept it knowing I could do the research and cancel it within 24 hours if I don't like it.  Do any Tugger's have firsthand experience with this Westin?  The ammenities look pretty close to the Marriotts.  Reviews are mostly positive.<br />
<br />
Should I hold out for a Marriott or are the chances pretty slim to get a Marriott and this Westin is pretty comparable?   Thanks in advance for your opinions.</div>

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