Choosing the right Vacation Club Membership for your family
Family vacations should be a fun and pleasant experience filled with memories that last. But stressing over accommodation rates can spoil it all. If you have ever wished for a less painful travel experience, you are not alone. In fact, that is why more families are discovering the joys and benefits of joining a vacation ownership club.
And that naturally brings us to the next question – what is a vacation club membership?
Understanding vacation club memberships
Vacation club memberships, also widely known as timeshares, have evolved over the years. Today’s vacation clubs, like those offered by Club Wyndham Asia, are designed with flexibility and convenience in mind.
Here are the three main types of vacation club memberships, if you are considering one for yourself and/or your family.
Fixed Week | Floating Week | Points-Based System |
Fixed-week timeshares offer a predictable vacation experience, with families allocated a specific week each year to use their timeshare unit.
This model can be beneficial for those who prefer a consistent holiday schedule and enjoy returning to the same resort annually. | Floating-week timeshares provide more flexibility than fixed-week options, allowing members to choose their vacation week within a pre–determined season or calendar.
This can be advantageous for families with varying schedules or who want to explore different destinations each year. | The points-based system is the most flexible vacation club membership among the three types.
Members are allocated a certain number of points or credits each year, which can be redeemed for stays at a network of resorts. This affords families the freedom to tailor their holiday experiences, book trips on shorter notice, vary their length of stay, and access a diverse range of destinations. |
The points-based approach offered by Club Wyndham Asia is particularly well-suited for families with busy schedules and evolving vacation preferences. This flexibility allows families to adapt their travel plans to accommodate life’s ebbs and flows.
How to choose a vacation club membership for your family?
Selecting a vacation club membership that works best for your family comes down to understanding your family’s lifestyle and travel habits. Here’s what you should consider before signing up.
How often does your family go on vacation?
Frequent travellers may prefer a points-based system, like Club Wyndham Asia, which lets you book trips on shorter notice, and enjoy spacious apartment style accommodation in a diverse range of destinations.
However, if your family prefers a more predictable schedule, a fixed-week or floating-week timeshare might suit you better.
What amenities matter most?
Look for family-friendly facilities such as swimming pools, fitness centres, kids’ play zones, on-site dining options, and proximity to attractions. The best vacation club memberships will make you feel at home while keeping everyone, from toddlers to baby boomers, entertained.
How big is your family?
Opt for a vacation club membership that provides accommodations with ample bedrooms, amenities, and shared areas that can easily cater to your family. Many vacation ownership clubs, including Club Wyndham Asia, offer a variety of unit sizes to cater to families of all sizes.
Where does your family love to travel to?
Think about your go-to destinations — beaches, mountains, or city breaks. The best vacation club membership for families will have properties that fit your travel style, so you are never short of options.
What’s your family’s age mix and interest?
Families with young kids might appreciate resorts with age-appropriate programmes, activities, and amenities, while families with older children or teens may prefer vacation clubs with a broader range of entertainment options.
For example, if your family absolutely loves skiing, choose a vacation club with properties near ski destinations. Or if your family loves exploring cultural hubs, select a vacation club with a presence in vibrant cities.
What’s your budget?
Compare the costs such as the membership fees, annual maintenance fees, and the long-term value as you inflation-proof your travel plans.
6 reasons to choose Club Wyndham Asia membership for your family
- Our flex: There’s flexi-levy, flexistay, and flexistay advance. When you opt in to flex-levy, the annual fees will be waived in any year that you do not want to book a stay.
With flexistay and flexistay advance, an adaptable, cash-based system, you can purchase additional single-use points to make or complete a holiday booking. - Handy Travel Wallet: Our Travel Wallet allows you to earn and redeem Travel Cash, which you can use to pay for all the extras when you holiday. You can also earn Travel Cash through referrals, reviews, reservations, and other membership activities.
- Exclusive Wyndham rewards points: The loyalty programme of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts allows members to earn Wyndham Rewards points and stay for free or at a discounted rate at more than 60,000 hotels, vacation ownership properties, and vacation rentals around the world.
You can also use your points for discounts on shopping, buy gift cards, or activities and tours. You can even use them to pay for your Club Wyndham Asia levies. - Additional perks: These include complimentary Wi-Fi, early check-in, late check-out, and many more.
- Lock-in today’s prices: Inflation-proof your travels with a membership that redeposits your original points annually until 2040, allowing you to secure travel value over the long term. Club Wyndham Asia is also a short-term club that ends in 2040. When the club’s properties are sold in 2040, you will be eligible to receive a share in any net proceeds.
- A diverse community: Members will be granted access to a private Facebook page to get the latest news, insights, and inspiration from a diverse group of travellers.
Conclusion
Choosing the best vacation club for your family is about finding a balance between comfort, flexibility, and value. The right one can make every getaway smoother, more enjoyable, and more affordable, year after year.
With Club Wyndham Asia, you can experience all that and more. Discover the freedom that comes with vacation club memberships, explore incredible destinations, and create lasting memories with the people who matter most.
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