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The History of Timesharing
Did you know that timesharing started by accident? The first timesharing project was a ski-resort. A Frenchman decided to share his ski chalet with his friends and family, so he split the ownership into pieces, assigning a month each to 12 members. It turned out to be a great success and lots of fun for the members. Later in the 1970's, some condominium projects in St. Thomas, Fort Lauderdale, and Puerto Rico were converted to vacation ownership. From this, timeshare began. The new wave of vacation ownership resorts today are luxurious, spacious, well-located, and convenient ... and the fastest growing form of travel accommodations.
Phenomenal Growth
The Timeshare industry is booming.
More than two million Americans own Timeshares.
The industry has enjoyed nearly 1000% growth since 1980.
The Average Timeshare Buyer
A Baby Boomer The 35 to 60 age group makes up 59% of the buyer market.
Middle Income or Higher The average median income is $71,000.
Well Educated Over 64% of buyers have at least a college degree.
Married With Children The vast majority of vacation owners (85%) are married, most with kids.
75% said they recommend Timeshares to Friends.
98% said Timeshares are a good value.
Why are They Satisfied?
Flexibility Timeshare Owners have increasing flexibility over when, where and how they vacation.
Certainty Vacation Owners don't worry about the quality of lodgings or being locked out of popular resorts.
Safety Timeshare resorts offer safe and secure environments for family vacationing.
Economic Sense Timeshare ownership saves money over the long term.
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