Traveltalkonline.com Forums

.


SXM Cruise Schedule TTOL Sponsors SXM Travel Calendar
Forum Statistics
Forums39
Topics39,564
Posts320,874
Members26,686
Most Online4,031
Dec 15th, 2024
Top Posters(30 Days)
jazzgal 44
RonDon 35
GaKaye 24
Kennys 21
Member Spotlight
islandgem
islandgem
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Posts: 13,197
Joined: January 2008
Today's Birthdays
SteveCrane
Who's Online Now
23 members (Whale Tail, xrayman67, Carib_Ian, Todd, MrEZgoin, BillDauterive, bostonbob, MGA, Zanshin, Kennys, alecu7, SXMBND, JandIrene, SXMScubaman, knitsoftwear, CLIFFTOPS, CaribbeanCanadians, mark37, Don_and_Linda, Alltech63, eightzerobits, 2 invisible), 1,726 guests, and 90 robots.
Key: Admin, Global Mod, Mod
Previous Thread
Next Thread
Print Thread
Rate Thread
Page 1 of 2 1 2
#114763 12/17/2016 09:14 PM
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 4,761
Likes: 3
kim Offline OP
Traveler
OP Offline
Traveler
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 4,761
Likes: 3
It's that time of year. Has everyone received their bills?

$991.00 for a 2 bedroom Antillean unit at The Royal Islander Club LaPlage

SXM Sponsors
.
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 1,411
Tom Offline
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 1,411
This is one game of "Can you top this?" that I hate to win. 2BR apt. @ Belair: $1,175/week.

Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
No worries! Someone from either Royal Palm or Flamingo will probably 'win'! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />


Carol Hill
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Yep. Flamingo is 1524.00 for a two bed. Same as last year. No increase. Studio is 13 something.

Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 14,712
Likes: 1
pat Offline
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 14,712
Likes: 1
Funny - we haven't gotten our bills yet and while I know we won't top Scubaman, I'm pretty sure we'll top Kim and Tom since we paid more than both of their amounts last year for our two bedroom. But in the scheme of things, it's worth it for the enjoyment we receive in return. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />


Respectfully,

pat



"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat
them."
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 13,531
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 13,531
A studio at La Vista Beach is $726; no increase from last year. And worth every penny!!

Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 3,278
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 3,278
I'm glad it hasn't come yet! It's such an awful time of year to receive those dreaded envelopes.

I know last year the two bedroom, and our one bedroom penthouse were each $1,104
We certainly expect an increase...don't think there's ever NOT been one,. frown
But we love it. Though airfare and the like are making it increasingly questionable as to whether we can continue.

Last edited by BeachKitten; 12/18/2016 06:24 PM.

"It is good to do nothing all day, and then to rest" wink
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 14,712
Likes: 1
pat Offline
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 14,712
Likes: 1
Kind of like the double whammy - three weeks of timeshare bills and the second half of our property taxes all due and payable in January. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Yikes.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Yikes.gif" alt="" />


Respectfully,

pat



"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat
them."
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 1,411
Tom Offline
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 1,411
Increase from last year is $35/week @ Belair but still running close to a few non TS alternatives on SXM and many elsewhere in the Caribbean. We have considered calling it quits but do love Belair in Dec/Jan timeframe and are so familiar with SXM after 30 years. You know how old people hate change.
China Pearl could be the straw that pushes us out but we must wait and see. They are supposed to begin in January when we are down on Little Bay week after next.

Joined: Jul 2001
Posts: 7,132
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Jul 2001
Posts: 7,132
Oyster Bay Beach Resort remains for another year $875 for a studio.


Next SXM visit -November 2023. Also January 2024.
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 4,761
Likes: 3
kim Offline OP
Traveler
OP Offline
Traveler
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 4,761
Likes: 3
1 bedroom at the Royal Islander is $793.00

Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,697
D
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
D
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,697
2017 Studio @ Ocean Club = $577/wk... 2004 was $435, We are letting our two weeks in 15D go now after 14 visits. Health issues and needing to be closer to home.

Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 4,399
Likes: 5
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 4,399
Likes: 5
La Vista 1 bedroom deluxe (2 bath) and the Penthouse units that are also two bath are at $822.

La Vista Beach 2 bedroom is: $876.00

Atrium 1 bedroom is at: 786.00

Cheers,
T


I prefer the Isle seat
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 769
S
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
S
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 769
SBR. 2 bedroom penthouse in the Flamboyant Building $1433.00.

Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 4,399
Likes: 5
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 4,399
Likes: 5
What I have been told on Royal Islander La Plage is:
1117 for a two bedroom suite.
1146 for a 3 bedroom 3.5 bath suite. Incredible unit, approx 2250 sq ft inside and about 1900 sq foot of deck space.

I had heard that the Royal Palm two bedroom units were around $1800, crazy but would like to hear if that is true.

Cheers,
T


I prefer the Isle seat
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 4,761
Likes: 3
kim Offline OP
Traveler
OP Offline
Traveler
Joined: Sep 2000
Posts: 4,761
Likes: 3
I know for my 2 bedroom non lockout unit it's 991 for Royal Islander LaPlage. But when you say suite are those the top floor units?

Last edited by kim; 12/21/2016 01:42 AM.
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 781
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 781
Yes Kim - it may be for one of those top floor units with the two balconies. Or a center unit above the staircase to the pool?

Todd - I've been in that three bedroom palace. Friends of our rented it years ago. Gorgeous!!

Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
I think the three bedrooms at RP are around $1800. Two bedrooms I think are around $1500.


Carol Hill
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 4,399
Likes: 5
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 4,399
Likes: 5
Royal Islander -
Studio $601.00
1 Bedroom $793.00
2 Bedroom $991.00
2 Bedroom, 2 bath (I assume Penthouse) $1117.00
3 Bedroom, 3.5 bath $1146.00

I can vouch for the 3 Bedroom PH, we have the one closest to the airport which has an amazing view. Easily the best places to stay on island timeshare or not.

Cheers,
T


I prefer the Isle seat
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 363
D
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
D
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 363
A 2 Bedroom at the Royal Palm is $1711.53. 1525.67 MF and their "reserve fund" of 185.86.

Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
Oh, ok. Is that 'reserve fund' on there every year? The person I was talking to maybe didn't include that? It's been a while since I got that information though, so it may well be it's gone up a lot since then.


Carol Hill
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 363
D
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
D
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 363
Yes every year it has been there for a while.

Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
So why don't they just say it's AMF?? <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Laugh.gif" alt="" /> Doesn't matter what they call it, you still have to pay if you want to use your unit!!


Carol Hill
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 14,712
Likes: 1
pat Offline
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 14,712
Likes: 1
Technically I think 'what they call it' does matter.

AMFs generally are deemed to be monies used for the everyday running of the resort, i.e. Staffing, utility bills and general day to day needs of the propertty. If I understand correctly, the reserve fund should be considered sacred monies used exclusively for major needs within the resort - paving of roads, roofing, and things of that nature. They're for the long-term benefit of the association assuring that all owners, past, present and future, cover their fair share of the expenses. At least, that's how it was very specifically explained to me. And quite truthfully, while I don't presume to know the ins and outs of island laws pertaining to this type of property, that rang true because it's the way, pretty much, things were handled with the condo properties we owned over the years.

It really does make a difference but only in that if it were all lumped together, there would be no long-term guaranty those needs were being addressed. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />


Respectfully,

pat



"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat
them."
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Correct. It's that way at the Flamingo too. MF bottom line includes the reserve fund. It's there every year. They just break down the charges.

Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
Honestly, in the US, where there are some LAWS in place, yes they may keep it separate. In SXM, I would bet a bunch of other people's money <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />, that it all goes in one pot and they do whatever they want with it. My personal opinion is that if you believe they keep the money separately, it's a good time of year for you because you believe in Santa Clause too.. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/xmas032.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Grin.gif" alt="" />


Carol Hill
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
I never said I " believe they keep the money separately" or are you reading something into I didn't write? In my opinion it's all the same fund no matter how they break it up. It's a total MF and nothing else. Yes, I do believe in Santa and you should too. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/jester.gif" alt="" />

Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 13,531
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 13,531
Scuba, look at the header. Carol responded to Pat, not you.

Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 14,712
Likes: 1
pat Offline
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 14,712
Likes: 1
Oh, Carol, I do so believe in him. You mean you don't?

With regard to separate accounts for the monies, you're probably correct that there is no separation, but if so, and I was a whole owner, I'd be very concerned about that. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />


Respectfully,

pat



"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat
them."
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
I stand corrected.

Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 460
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 460
The Towers one bedroom deluxe $ 1065. I paid it yesterday while vacationing at Towers. Merry Christmas to all TTOL SXM!


There is no place like SXM.
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 524
S
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
S
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 524
Fees have certainly gone up everywhere but looks like RI still is the most reasonable. And the location is so convenient. We owned the center penthouse 6100 (2BR) gorgeous and we paid $6-700 per week 10 yrs ago. One of the Best TS on the island.

Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Bet its a lot more that it was ten years ago.

Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 4,399
Likes: 5
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 4,399
Likes: 5
Really not too much of an increase. Now $1117 for the RI two bedroom PH.


I prefer the Isle seat
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
It's ok, Todd. Scubaman just has to make up somehow for the OUTRAGEOUS fees that Diamond Resorts charges! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Laugh.gif" alt="" />


Carol Hill
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 14,712
Likes: 1
pat Offline
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Apr 2001
Posts: 14,712
Likes: 1
Funny thing about the Royal Islander, and note, please, we don't own there but as much as I love my Towers time and have no regrets being there, if the Royal Islander had been there first, I would have bought there happily and to this day, I think it's the best timeshare on the island in so many ways - location, low AMFs, maintenance practices and almost every category you can name. If I were to fault find, the only negatives I can think of is the inability, so I've been told, to do internal exchanges there (as opposed to having to go through II or RCI) along with their serious shortage of convenient free parking. Just my opinion.. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" /> <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />


Respectfully,

pat



"Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat
them."
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Quote
Carol_Hill said:
It's ok, Todd. Scubaman just has to make up somehow for the OUTRAGEOUS fees that Diamond Resorts charges! <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Laugh.gif" alt="" />

I know it's difficult but be nice. Its a good way to start the new year don't you think?

Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Aug 2000
Posts: 83,992
Likes: 4
Hey Scuba, it's a joke....


Carol Hill
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
Traveler
Online Content
Traveler
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 19,484
Likes: 4
I figured but with our track record I never know. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/handshake.gif" alt="" />

Joined: Oct 2013
Posts: 368
Traveler
Offline
Traveler
Joined: Oct 2013
Posts: 368
This is per week for each week you own? Does the time of year you own affect your fees? And this is addition to the amount you paid for the unit??? Don't you feel kind of robbed?

Page 1 of 2 1 2

Moderated by  Eric_Hill, modct, ruralcarrier 

Link Copied to Clipboard
Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.5