This is a very special vacation for families. Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club
sits beachfront on the Caribbean. In the studio bedroom you will find a
KING BED & Sleep sofa, and a MINI BAR KITCHENETTE with frig, toaster,
coffee maker, microwave, dishes, utensils, sink. BBQ grills are on site
near the beach. Beautiful beach area, palapas & pools are waiting for
you. MARRIOTT ARUBA STELLARIS RESORT & CASINO are just a few close steps
away. Fitness Center on site. Free Laundry available in the building. A
short walk to the RITZ or to the Paseo Herencia outdoor mall with
restaurants, shops, movie theater, outdoor entertainment & more as well
as many other restaurants & casinos. Ocean Club Rooms have been renovated
in 2023.
70% of
timeshares are
2+ bedroom units
with an avg. of 1,160 sqft
Private Rooms
2
Price
$3293.91
Annual Dues
$
Total Cost : $19,557.00
Total Savings : $19,557.00
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HOTEL
The avg.
hotel room is 325 sqft
How many years do you plan to travel?
A study on travel trends published by AARP found that the average 55-72 year olds reported taking 4-5 vacations in 2017. People typically slow their travel after the age of 75. Use the tool below to adjust how many years you plan to travel:
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Don't forget about inflation!
Inflation is defined as the increase in the price of goods and services over a period of time. According to the International Monetary Fund, the average global economy's annual percentage change from 1980 to 2018 was 4.6%.
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VS.
TIMESHARE
70% of
timeshares are
2+ bedroom units
with an avg. of 1,160 sqft
More information on our formula...
Hotels usually sleep 2 adults per room, whereas the average timeshare units offer multiple private bedrooms, sleeper sofas and sometimes even bunk beds - adding value not calculated here. Timeshare properties are condo style units that contain all of the comforts of home... and then some!
Hotel total cost includes a 10% hotel tax whereas the average U.S. hotel tax is currently around 13.4%.
Timeshare total cost includes an increase in maintenance dues each year of 3%, as well as an estimated $1,000 in closing and transfer costs. These are estimated and will vary by state, county and resort.
Total savings does not take into consideration the added benefit of a timeshare unit having a spacious living room, washer and dryer, dining room and full kitchen, all of which add value and potential savings when you have the option to do your own laundry and enjoy a home cooked meal instead of dining out.