Most Asked
Questions
Q: HOW DO I MAKE
EXCHANGES?
A: Exchange works like a bank account:
2. REQUEST your exchange week/s at a
comparable resort for the vacation time that you deposited. (“Like” trades
for “like” or less.)
5. Instant Exchange…
The Instant Exchange system set up with in the RCI System is
designed to provide last minute exchange dates. The time frame is 45 days
or less. However the rule is there is no rule! You may exchange any season
for any season, any size for any size. There are no constraints on where
to go or what quality of stay you may enjoy. If the 45 day window fits
your style you will find instant exchanges attractive. Those of you that
have purchased lesser sized units, such as a studio, may exchange into a 2
bedroom, if you own Blue or White time, you may exchange for Red. Many RCI
“Veterans” use Instant Exchange exclusively. They find many great resorts
are subject to last minute cancellations. The Instant Exchange is a
feature of RCI of which few people are aware. It works!!!
Q: TELL ME MORE ABOUT RCI AND ITS BACKGROUND
A: RCI, the largest and oldest exchange
company in the world, allows timeshare owners to exchange their weeks with
other owner’s worldwide. They have been operating for nearly 30 years.
They provide you with a directory of their resorts, and this is updated
regularly. They also send out their "ENDLESS VACATION" magazine, every 2
months, which is very informative. They have a travel agency for RCI
members only, which offers discounted airfares, car rentals, cruises, as
well as last minute mid-week or weekend getaways at greatly reduced
prices, without having to use the time that you have deposited.
Q: WHAT FEES DOES RCI CHARGE?
A: Resort Properties, will give you an
RCI membership for one year from the date of your purchase. Thereafter
each RCI member is responsible for the RCI annual fee, which is currently
$89, regardless of how many weeks you own. RCI charges an exchange fee
every time you make a reservation with them.
All exchanges made in the
Should you wish to give a gift of your
timeshare to a family member, business associate, or a friend, you may do
so by purchasing a GIFT CERTIFICATE for $49, in addition to the above
exchange fee.
Q: CAN I ONLY MAKE AN EXCHANGE IF SOMEONE ELSE USES THE WEEK THAT I OWN?
A: No. The moment that you place your week
into the “Spacebank” pool, you immediately become eligible for a timeshare
exchange, and can go ahead and make your request. As long as you
“Spacebank” your week as early as possible, you should have no difficulty
in obtaining an exchange to your liking. All exchanges are made based on
availability. Last year, RCI satisfied over 98% of requests.
Exchanges ● Terminology ● Week Chart
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