A bit confused on where to start

[carloscordon82]

Oh I see. And if you buy HGVC resale, do you still see some of those 30% off, 40% off, etc, discounts that show up every now and then?

 

[HuskerATL]

Another example at The District.

1 bedroom is 5,440 pts in RCI but 8,160 in HGVC...so much cheaper via RCI than getting it in HGVC. And it is outside the booking window in HGVC if you don't own there. Most Hilton Club properties have longer booking windows for those that own there.

You can stay 21 nights at The District, via RCI, for only 16,320 pts.

 

[HuskerATL]

Oh I see. And if you buy HGVC resale, do you still see some of those 30% off, 40% off, etc, discounts that show up every now and then?

yes. The program works exactly the same for retail and resale. The only difference is whether you get into HGV Max or not...everything else is exactly the same.

 

[carloscordon82]

Another example at The District.

1 bedroom is 5,440 pts in RCI but 8,160 in HGVC...so much cheaper via RCI than getting it in HGVC. And it is outside the booking window in HGVC if you don't own there. Most Hilton Club properties have longer booking windows for those that own there.

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You can stay 21 nights at The District, via RCI, for only 16,320 pts.
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Wow! Thanks for taking the time to post this. It really helps to understand the big picture.

 

[GT75]

And if you buy HGVC resale, do you still see some of those 30% off, 40% off, etc, discounts that show up every now and then?

Yes

 

[carloscordon82]

Is there a way for me to know all the RCI Resorts that will accept HGVC points? Is there a list/website? Just so I can see what other potential locations I would have access to

 

[sponger76]

Is there a way for me to know all the RCI Resorts that will accept HGVC points? Is there a list/website? Just so I can see what other potential locations I would have access to

Basically, go to the RCI website and look at the resort directory.

 

[carloscordon82]

So all those will accept HGVC points? I thought they filtered the results for HGVC

 

[sponger76]

So all those will accept HGVC points? I thought they filtered the results for HGVC

HGVC is basically the highest quality resorts in RCI. My understanding is that RCI's website may filter out some resorts that are far lower in quality, but if you call you might still be able to book them.

 

[carloscordon82]

HGVC is basically the highest quality resorts in RCI. My understanding is that RCI's website may filter out some resorts that are far lower in quality, but if you call you might still be able to book them.

Thanks for the clarification. I was wondering how this works with family/friends. Let's say I want to give someone a couple nights of hotel, do I need to be present at the time of check-in or is it even allowed? I searched the forums but some answers were old so I'm asking in case rules have changed.

 

[HuskerATL]

Thanks for the clarification. I was wondering how this works with family/friends. Let's say I want to give someone a couple nights of hotel, do I need to be present at the time of check-in or is it even allowed? I searched the forums but some answers were old so I'm asking in case rules have changed.

You buy a guest certificate if you aren't with them and checking in the unit.

 

[carloscordon82]

You buy a guest certificate if you aren't with them and checking in the unit.

What is the fee typically? is it a one-time or per night?

 

[HuskerATL]

What is the fee typically? is it a one-time or per night?

one-time fee

From the club rules guide:

 

[carloscordon82]

Oh, ok. Thanks for posting that. That would be for an RCI reservation correct? How about a direct HGVC reservation? What would the Guest Cert cost?

 

[GT75]

2024 HGVC, HCNY, HGV Max Club Rules, Fees and Tips

2024 HGVC, HCNY, HGV Max Club Rules, Fees and Tips (1) Hilton Grand Vacations Club (HGVC) 2024 Club Rules & Fees & Resorts Club Point Charts and Open Season Rates - Post #2 2022, 2023 and 2024 Fee Change Comparison - Post #3 2022 and 2023 and 2024 Open Season Rate Change Comparison - Post #12...

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[carloscordon82]

2024 HGVC, HCNY, HGV Max Club Rules, Fees and Tips

2024 HGVC, HCNY, HGV Max Club Rules, Fees and Tips (1) Hilton Grand Vacations Club (HGVC) 2024 Club Rules & Fees & Resorts Club Point Charts and Open Season Rates - Post #2 2022, 2023 and 2024 Fee Change Comparison - Post #3 2022 and 2023 and 2024 Open Season Rate Change Comparison - Post #12...

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Thanks!!

 

[HuskerATL]

Oh, ok. Thanks for posting that. That would be for an RCI reservation correct? How about a direct HGVC reservation? What would the Guest Cert cost?

That link that @GT75 has the club rules attached to one of the posts.

 

[4TimeAway]

If you travel and can afford it I think timeshares are worth a look... We travel 2x more now and stay at nicer places, probably spend the same amount.

Just buy RESALE and research TUG for what to buy. TONS of good advice.

We own HGVC. So far, everything has been better than expected, but it does take more time to learn that seems reasonable. The deals can pull you in....