Trading Mexico to Hilton Head first time

[kaystreetgirl Junior Member Find all posts View Profile Close kaystreetgirl]

I'm a new SFX member. If I deposit my 2011 Hacienda del Mar (Cabo) week (Master 1BR) which I already know is in the best trading time (Jan- May 2011) before Sept. 1 of this year, and request a specific week in June of 2011 in Hilton Head, will I definitely get a unit if I'm not picky about which resort, just need a 1 BR that sleeps 4?

Will I have even more of a chance for a good trade depending on the exact month of my Hacienda unit?

Also, does a Master 1BR (which I have) from Hacienda del Mar get rated as "higher" for trading than the normal 1BR (called a Luxury) -- and higher than the Junior Suites (which are fancy studios).

Would love an answer real soon so I can get this done by Sept. 1 and get the special bonuses for early deposit.

Thanks!

[Mark @SFX Industry Representative Find all posts View Profile Close Mark @SFX]

I'm a new SFX member. If I deposit my 2011 Hacienda del Mar (Cabo) week (Master 1BR) which I already know is in the best trading time (Jan- May 2011) before Sept. 1 of this year, and request a specific week in June of 2011 in Hilton Head, will I definitely get a unit if I'm not picky about which resort, just need a 1 BR that sleeps 4?

Will I have even more of a chance for a good trade depending on the exact month of my Hacienda unit?

Also, does a Master 1BR (which I have) from Hacienda del Mar get rated as "higher" for trading than the normal 1BR (called a Luxury) -- and higher than the Junior Suites (which are fancy studios).

Would love an answer real soon so I can get this done by Sept. 1 and get the special bonuses for early deposit.

Thanks!

Kaystreetgirl - thank you for your post. To answer your first question...

If I deposit my 2011 Hacienda del Mar (Cabo) week (Master 1BR) which I already know is in the best trading time (Jan- May 2011) before Sept. 1 of this year, and request a specific week in June of 2011 in Hilton Head, will I definitely get a unit if I'm not picky about which resort, just need a 1 BR that sleeps 4.

No. Unfortunately no exchange company can guarantee any specific space will become available for future use. Typically with all exchange companies, Summer time space at Hilton Head can be difficult to book for an exchange (at a good quality resort), as the demand is higher than available exchange space.

Although it is not always possible to "flexible" on your travel dates... the fundamental foundation of the exchange process working well is a member's ability to be as flexible as possible with travel weeks and/or locations. This becomes very important if you want to go in High Season to a good quality resort in a High Demand location, that has a limited amount of resorts.

The more resorts in an area, and in the lesser demanded seasons.... then it becomes more probable that a specific week and choice of resort become more possible.


Will I have even more of a chance for a good trade depending on the exact month of my Hacienda unit?

Yes. A deposited week any time between Jan 15 through Easter week will give you higher trading power, as that is the most demanded season in Mexico.

Also, does a Master 1BR (which I have) from Hacienda del Mar get rated as "higher" for trading than the normal 1BR (called a Luxury) -- and higher than the Junior Suites (which are fancy studios).

Yes.

Hope this helps... and have responded to your private message. Please make sure you review our "Understanding the exchange process" document, it will be extremely helpful with regards to planning your vacations.

Thanks,
Mark @sfx
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