VacationShare is an online platform that allows owners to rent out their unused vacation time, providing added flexibility. If owners ever choose not to travel, they can list their unused vacation time for rent with VacationShare.

VacationShare has built a global community of trusted vacation clubs and property owners. Many owners find themselves unable to use their vacation time and rely on VacationShare to promote their listings on multiple platforms to enhance the chances of their reservations being rented.

The VacationShare rental program offers greater flexibility without any upfront fees. To join VacationShare, owners can visit VacationShare.com to set up their account to list their vacation time for rent.

Once a reservation is accepted, you will submit the VacationShare Agreement through the portal. If approved, VacationShare will market the listing across their network of distribution channels (number of channels depends on which plan you select at listing.) If your reservation is rented you will receive payment from the net proceeds of the rental, based on the Share Plan selected when creating the listing. 

VacationShare Plans:

BroadShare

• 70/30 Split: Owner receives a 70% share of the net proceeds received from the vacationer after rental, while VacationShare retains 30% of the net proceeds.
• Distribution: Listing will be included in rental inventory on Extra Holidays.

MaxShare

• 60/40 Split: Owner receives a 60% share of the net proceeds received from the vacationer after rental, while VacationShare retains 40% of the net proceeds.
• Distribution: Listing will be included in inventory on Extra Holidays, as well as included in inventory and promoted through VacationShare’s various distribution channels and partner networks.

Currently, Margaritaville Vacation Club by Wyndham owners with active member accounts are eligible to list on VacationShare. Also required to create a host account and list a rental are (1) proof of U.S. residency and (2) proof of a U.S. Social Security Number.

Signing up for VacationShare is simple. You can create an account and log in easily using social sign-in options like Facebook, Apple, or Google. Prefer not to use social platforms? No problem. Just sign up directly with VacationShare for a straightforward registration process. Once registered, you can start listing reservations immediately. For assistance with registration, call 888-965-2385 or email info@vacationshare.com.

Listing submitted on VacationShare must meet the minimum requirement of a valid reservation at a participating resort, which can be found on the VacationShare Participating Resorts List, must be booked prior to listing. The listing agreement must be received and accepted by VacationShare at least seven (7) days prior to the arrival date on the reservation.

Additionally, please review the Timeshare Owner Priority Reservations policy, which restricts non-owners, including guests, from visiting the resorts. Ensuring compliance with this policy is crucial to avoid any potential access issues for anyone besides the owner using the reservation.

Once the listing is accepted, owners will receive an acceptance letter via email. It is important for owners to ensure that their email address is included in their contact information when filling out the VacationShare Listing Agreement. If the owner does not receive the confirmation email, they should check their Spam or Junk email folders.

If an owner wishes to cancel their listing, they should log into the VacationShare portal to initiate the cancellation process. Their cancellation request will be carefully reviewed by an administrator to ensure compliance with VacationShare policies. At that time the administrator will communicate (via the portal and email) whether the cancellation request has been approved or denied. If any portion of the owner's listing has been rented, the cancellation request will be automatically denied, even if it is only partially booked. 

VacationShare offers owners the flexibility to choose a tiered share plan that best fits their needs, giving them greater control over their listings. Each tier is designed around two key factors: the proceeds split and the number of partner channels where the listing will be distributed. More channels mean greater exposure, increasing the likelihood of a rental. If a reservation is rented, owners receive payment based on the proceeds split of the share plan they selected.

VacationShare Plans:

BroadShare

• 70/30 Split: Owner receives a 70% share of the net proceeds received from the vacationer after rental, while VacationShare retains 30% of the net proceeds.

• Distribution: Listing will be included in rental inventory on Extra Holidays.

MaxShare

• 60/40 Split: Owner receives a 60% share of the net proceeds received from the vacationer after rental, while VacationShare retains 40% of the net proceeds.
• Distribution: Listing will be included in inventory on Extra Holidays, as well as included in inventory and promoted through VacationShare’s various distribution channels and partner networks.

No, there is no guarantee that a reservation will be rented or that the owner will receive payment. However, owners can improve their chances by considering several factors: the popularity of the location, the time of year, and submitting their listing well in advance. Additionally, when selecting a share plan, owners should consider the number of distribution channels their listing will be shared across, as this can significantly impact visibility.

First, owners should get their reservation in the program early. A reservation that comes in six (6) months before the arrival date is likely to fare better than a reservation that comes one (1) month before.

Second, consider the popularity of the location. It is likely that if an owner thinks a resort is located at an exciting location, renting customers will, too.

Third, owners should consider the time of year. A resort may be more popular during seasons, holidays, and special events.

Lastly, choosing the MaxShare Plan when creating the listing ensures it is distributed to all available distribution partners, maximizing exposure and increasing the likelihood of it being rented.

If the owner’s reservation is rented, they will receive a split of the net proceeds depending on the share plan they selected when the listing was created.

BroadShare

• 70/30 Split: Owner receives a 70% share of the net proceeds received from the vacationer after rental, while VacationShare retains 30% of the net proceeds.

MaxShare

• 60/40 Split: Owner receives a 60% share of the net proceeds received from the vacationer after rental, while VacationShare retains 40% of the net proceeds.

Payment details will be provided within forty-five (45) days after the reservation checkout date via the VacationShare Pay Portal. For additional information, owners should consult the Terms & Conditions of the VacationShare Listing Agreement.

There are no additional fees or expenses that owners will be charged. Deductions from the gross proceeds cover a range of potential expenses, including but not limited to: Online Travel Agent (OTA) Commissions, Travel Agent (TA) Commissions, Distribution Channel Fees, Credit Card and Merchant Bank Fees, and Housekeeping Fees.

For a detailed understanding of these deductions, owners should review the Terms & Conditions outlined in the VacationShare Listing Agreement.

While VacationShare will diligently work to secure a renter for an owner's reservation, it is not guaranteed. If the reservation remains unrented, payment will not be issued.

No, VacationShare does not return portions of reservations that are not rented. There is a risk associated with listing the reservation for rental, and owners will receive payment based on the nights that are rented.

Extra Holidays Owner Rentals is now VacationShare to provide a smoother, easier, and more flexible experience for owners. VacationShare introduces new tools and features designed to help owners manage their rental listings more effectively.

VacationShare includes all the benefits of Extra Holidays Owner Rentals, plus exciting new improvements such as:

• A simple, user-friendly self-service platform.
• Flexible payment options, including Direct Deposit (ACH), PayPal, and Venmo.
• Real-time updates on rental listings.

These enhancements are designed to give owners more control and insight into their rentals.

All existing agreements submitted through Extra Holidays Owner Rentals will be honored. However, starting January 1, 2025, owners must submit any new listings through VacationShare.

Owners can call 888-965-2385, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. ET if they have questions regarding current listings.