Exploring Timeshares as a Solo Traveler

Learn the ins and outs of timeshares and see if they meet the needs of solo travelers eager for memorable vacations without breaking the bank.

If you are a person of a certain age, you are likely familiar with the term "timeshare". It often brings to mind an outdated hotel conference room with chairs and a presentation on the benefits of owning a timeshare. As a frequent solo traveler, I frequently receive enticing emails for timeshares from Hilton Grand Vacations offering low prices for 4 nights in Orlando or for a few nights in Las Vegas. It sounds appealing, doesn't it? However, there's a catch - you must attend a timeshare presentation first. If you enjoy visiting the same place repeatedly, it could be an interesting proposition. It doesn't have to be Las Vegas or Orlando either. What if you could have your own place to visit over and over again? What if you didn't have to worry about renting a hotel room or an apartment or house? What if you could have your own place in the mountains or by the beach? Solo travelers come in all varieties, and not everyone wants to be an explorer! Some simply prefer to travel to one place…