Free Timeshare Vacation Packages — How They Actually Work

Let’s be real: nothing is truly “free.” But timeshare vacation promotions are as close as you’ll get to a heavily subsidized resort vacation — if you understand the deal.

The Deal

Resorts offer deeply discounted (and occasionally free) vacation packages to qualified couples in exchange for attending a 90-120 minute sales presentation about their vacation ownership program.

The resort’s bet: once you experience the property, you’ll want to buy into their program. Your bet: you’ll sit through the pitch, say “no thanks,” and enjoy 3-7 nights at a resort for a fraction of retail.