With the introduction of the new Abound program, many owners of Marriott’s deeded weeks have wondered how they can be enrolled in the program. In this article, we will be showing you who is eligible to do so, and how for certain situations you can enroll for free rather than pay Marriott’s fee to become enrolled.
Which Marriott Deeded Weeks Owners Are Eligible For Abound?
If you purchased your Marriott Vacation Club deeded week prior to June 20, 2010, which was the date the Destinations Exchange Program was originally launched, you can choose to enroll your week in the Abound program. If you were previously already enrolled in the Destinations Exchange Program, you are automatically enrolled in the new Abound program, and there are no additional steps needed on your part.
What Fees Are Involved In Enrolling My Week?
If you’re going by what is listed on the Marriott Vacation Club website, you may have found the following statement:
You may enroll Marriott Vacation Club Week(s) purchased from Marriott Vacation Club® or its affiliates in the Abound exchange program for only $595 for enrollment of one week and $695 for enrollment of more than one week. Weeks purchased from third parties (i.e., not from Marriott Vacation Club International or its affiliates) with a deed recording date prior to June 20, 2010 (or prior to April 21, 2016, for Marriott’s Phuket Beach Club Weeks) are eligible for this offer, with pricing of $1495 for enrollment of one week and $1995 for enrollment of more than one week.
Marriott WebsiteIn order to make better sense of this statement, we’ve created a chart to let you know Marriott’s fees for enrolling your week:
| Purchase Date | Purchase Method | Enrollment Fee (1 Week) | Enrollment Fee (2+ Weeks) |
|---|---|---|---|
| before June 20th, 2010 | From Marriott | $0 | $0 |
| before June 20th, 2010 | From 3rd Party | $1495 | $1995 |
| after June 20th, 2010 | From Marriott | $595 | $695 |
| after June 20th, 2010 | From 3rd Party | Not Eligible | Not Eligible |
How To Enroll Your Marriott Week In Abound For Free
If you are a U.S. resident that has purchased your Marriott Vacation Club deeded week prior to June 20, 2010 directly from Marriott, you can enroll your week for free by watching an online webinar in Marriott’s Online Owner Learning Center, then filling in the appropriate forms afterward.
Owners who reside in the U.S. whose weeks were purchased by June 20, 2010, will be offered free enrollment in the Marriott Vacation Club Destinations Exchange Program after viewing this entire presentation.
Marriott's Week Owner WebinarAnnual Club Fee For Enrolled Marriott Weeks
In addition to being able to elect to receive Abound Club points, Abound members will also be required to pay the Annual Club Fee that ranges from $230 to as high as $295 per year based on your membership level. This fee must be paid regardless of whether or not the owner elects for Club Points, but it does pay for an Interval International membership that can be used for exchanges if you choose not to elect for Club Points. Below, you can find a chart that details the annual club fees for each membership level:
| Membership Level | 2022 Club Fee | 2023 Club Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Owners and Select Members | $215.00 | $230.00 |
| Executive and Presidential Members | $255.00 | $270.00 |
| Chairmans’ Club Members | $280.00 | $295.00 |
Learn More About Marriott Timeshare Resales
We hope you found this discussion about enrolling Marriott deeded weeks into Abound helpful. If you’d like to continue learning about the wide world of Marriott timeshares, you can read through our extensive archives of Marriott timeshare articles that walk you through using your timeshare like a pro, understanding the finer points of the booking system, and keep you up to date with any new developments.
If you need any assistance in buying or selling your Marriott Vacation Club timeshare, feel free to contact our team of licensed agents. Also, be sure check out either our Marriott buyer’s guide or our Marriott seller’s guide to get the most in-depth insight on buying or selling that’s available on the internet currently.
