The Wall Street Journal
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Why Timeshares Still Thrive Despite Their Scammy Reputation
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August 21, 2025
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2:54Now PlayingThe U.S. timeshare industry has consolidated behind a few major brands: Hilton Grand Vacations, Marriott Vacations Worldwide and Travel + Leisure. The industry has evolved significantly from its notoriously scammy origins, having much higher standards and using more flexible points-based systems. Executives say the bait-and-switch days are behind timeshares and have rebranded them as “vacation clubs,” offering a wide range of accommodations and experiences. But there are still issues and scams to look out for when getting into a timeshare. WSJ explores how timeshares became a $35.7 billion dollar industry, how they work and how issues still persist in the industry.
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