Hilton Head, SC – Paranormal Activity in the Stoney-Baynard Ruins

Legend has it that “Saucy Jack” Stoney lost the Braddock’s Point Plantation to William Eddings Baynard in a late-night poker game at Hilton Head SC. The year was 1838.

The 1000-acre plantation had been in the Stoney family since the American Revolution when Captain John Stoney, Saucy Jack’s grandfather, had purchased it. It was a 4th generation inheritance by the time Saucy Jack got it from his father Dr. George Mosse Stoney.

The winner of the poker game was William Eddings Baynard. That explains the name by which it is known today: Stoney-Baynard Plantation. Some records indicate Saucy Jack simply went bankrupt and Baynard got the property at a fire sale. But that version obviously has much less dramatic appeal. Baynard died here at the “Big House” in 1849 after He and his wife Catherine had raised four children.

During the Civil War the Baynard’s and other plantation owners on Hilton Head SC were driven off the Island. The Big House became headquarters for Union officers. That made it the target of a Confederate raiding party, which torched and destroyed it.

The Baynard’s never returned to the Island after the War, although they did legally reclaim the land. Thus, the property was left in its present state of disrepair, another sad monument to the devastation of the American Civil War.

The front of the house is easily located by large square holes which once housed the posts supporting an expansive porch. To the rear stand the remains of a fireplace and outer wall.

In their beautiful setting on the highest point of the Island, these haunted places conjure happy family scenes of children and household servants playing together. A cloud blots out the sun and these are swept away by a violent conflagration. If you are very still the imagination can pick up the echo of the jack-boot invader pacing the large wrap-around porch of this haunted house.

Sometimes the haunting scenes of this idyllic setting are more evident to the senses. In life and in death luck deserted Baynard and the shades of his mournful funeral procession may still be seen filing past his tomb.

Legend has it that the rumor of jewelry, gold and riches motivated union soldiers to break into the family mausoleum. Ever since, on drizzly gray days Baynard’s ghost has been wandering the scene of his earthly existence. This is one of the true scary stories associated with paranormal activity at Hilton Head SC.

Hilton Head Golf Courses: Planning the Ultimate Golf Getaway

Hilton Head golf courses are some of the most pristine in the nation. Unless you are an island local or playing for the PGA tournament, planning the ultimate golf getaway is a process that should be just as enjoyable and exciting as teeing off for your first round. As a world-renowned hot spot and family vacation destination, your lodging, shopping, dining, and recreational activity options are endless. Here are some stand-out choices to assist you in planning your next trip to the island. If this is your first time, you will be back again!

Sea Pines Plantation

This 5,000 acre plantation is a home run for the entire family. Bordering the Atlantic Ocean, take advantage of the stunning views, snap a photograph with the lighthouse towering in the background amidst the rolling waves. Sea Pines is the ideal place to relax, or kick your Hilton Head trip into high gear by playing three champion courses. Fifteen miles of paved trails can be explored on foot or by bicycle rental. Later, go shopping and dine at one of several gourmet restaurants, all within one community. For those who prefer to catch their dinner, three tranquil lakes will do just the trick!

Palmetto Dunes Plantation

An athlete’s dream, Palmetto Dunes embodies the spirit and exhilaration of a sensational vacation. Embark on a journey with an award-winning tennis center, kayaking, canoeing, and sink your feet into the sand dunes as you walk to one of the most dazzling beaches the island has to offer. Three world-class golf courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, Arthur Hills, and George Fazio are enough to entice any player to this plantation. With so many activities for young and old alike, the courses are just icing on the cake. Five star, gourmet icing, that is.

Forest Beach

Nestled between Sea Pines and Shipyard plantations on the south end of the island, Forest Beach takes relaxation to a whole new level with long days of sun and fun, cocktails right on the sand, and an abundance of shopping and restaurant options. Head to Coligny Beach, grab a frozen margarita, and watch the waves as you listen to local musicians singing with acoustic guitars on the quaint stage. Mingle with the locals to discuss your golf swing, and you are bound to meet others who moved there permanently after an intended getaway. Forest Beach vacation rentals are just what the doctor ordered for the moments away from the green.

Singleton & Burkes Beaches

Some of the newest real estate and vacation rentals on Hilton Head are located in the Singleton and Burkes Beach communities. Stay here for quality time with the family, and bask in the comfort of beaches you can call your own with fewer tourists blocking your view of the incredible ocean. Do not worry, dads, as you are still right next to some of the most impressive golf courses the island has to offer.

Family-Friendly Vacation Condos on Hilton Head Island

Many vacationers on Hilton Head Island have discovered a simple fact — a family vacation is much simpler and more economical in a condo. A condominium offers more space than a hotel room. The living room, dining room, kitchen, bath, and bedroom areas are separated, thus allowing privacy for each family member, and also giving the sense of a home away from home. Families with small children can cook simple meals and maintain nap and bedtime schedules, while allowing adults and older children to enjoy a change of pace. But no one is confined to the kitchen; there are many options to enjoy a variety of cuisine on the island.

Condos come complete with fully stocked kitchens and also often have individual laundry facilities. Units are available in a variety of sizes, usually from one to three bedrooms, with multiple bathrooms, and with linen and maid service. Many offer private porches or balconies, and televisions, as well as free bikes and internet access. As part of a complex, they may share use of a pool with other condo renters. Rental condos can sleep up to eight people, and can cost anywhere from $300 to $1,600 and up a week, depending on the location, size, and season.

Condo rentals are located all over the island, so a vacationer to Hilton Head may choose to stay in an area close to the family’s preferred activities. Condos are part of many of the golf and tennis packages offered by the many golf courses and resorts on the island. Tourists choosing to focus on ocean fishing, parasailing, or turtle-watching activities may wish to have a beach view. Others, who want a relaxing time at a slower pace, may choose a condo in the interior of the island, near beautiful, tree shaded hiking trails, shops and great dining. Hilton Head condo rentals offer the perfect place for each visitor to this beautiful island.

An Overview of the Hilton Grand Vacations Club (HGVC) Timeshare Points System

Hilton Grand Vacations Company, LLC (HGVC) markets and operates the Club, which is a points-based vacation ownership and exchange system that is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hilton Worldwide, formerly known as Hilton Hotels Corp. HGVC also provides property management services to Club and Affiliate resorts. At the date of publish, there are 50 HGVC affiliated resorts worldwide!

Hilton Worldwide was purchased in July 2007 by the Blackstone Group LP (stock ticker symbol BX) in a deal valued at $26 Billion. Blackstone also owns a number of other well known companies including Universal Studios Parks, Legoland, Madame Tussauds, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing, Allied Waste, Pinnacle Foods, and even the Weather Channel!

Early History of the Brand:

In 1919 Conrad Hilton went to Texas to take advantage of the oil boom. When he arrived, he found the local hotels so overbooked that he could not secure a room! One hotel owner told him that he wanted to sell. Within a week, Conrad had put together an investment group and purchased the Mobley Hotel in Cisco, Texas. Business continued to boom and the next year Conrad purchased two more Texas properties, the Melba Hotel in Fort Worth and a hotel in Dallas named after the famous Waldorf. Thirty years later, Conrad came full circle when he purchased the lease on the actual Waldorf-Astoria!

Conrad’s ambition and business savvy created an empire of wealth so vast that even the legendary spending of his second wife Zsa Zsa Gabor and great granddaughter Paris Hilton haven’t made a dent in the family fortune! Today, this behemoth brand owns, manages, and franchises thousands of hotels and the Hilton name continues to be one of the most recognizable in the world.

The Timeshare Resorts:

HGVC destinations offer both developed and affiliated resorts. Most people don’t realize, but only a few timeshare resorts have actually been built and developed by the Hilton brand. The majority of Hilton Grand Vacation Club properties are actually affiliate resorts. These resorts were developed by other companies, and then later entered into an affiliation agreement to participate in the Club. HGVC manages many of the affiliated resorts, but not all of them. Regardless of the original developer, you can be assured that all affiliated resorts conform to the high standards and renowned luxury of the Hilton brand, earning numerous award designations such as RCI’s coveted Gold Crown rating!

Affiliation and reciprocal usage agreements are always subject to future change, but at the time of writing this article the HGVC vacation destinations include:

Carlsbad, California: • Grand Pacific Marbrisa • Grand Pacific Palisades • Carlsbad SeaPointe Resort

Palm Desert, California: • Club Intrawest Palm Desert

Breckenridge, Colorado: • Valdoro Mountain Lodge

Orlando, Florida: • HGV Club at SeaWorld International Center • HGV Club on International Drive • Parc Soleil by Hilton Grand Vacations

Miami Beach, Florida: • HGV Club at South Beach

Stuart, Florida: • Plantation Beach Club at Indian River Plantation Resort

Captiva Island, Florida: • The Cottages at South Seas Island Resort • Harbourview Villas at South Seas Island Resort • Plantation Bay Villas at South Seas Island Resort • Plantation Beach Club at South Seas Island Resort • Plantation House at South Seas Island Resort • South Seas Club at South Seas Island Resort

Fort Myers, Florida: • SeaWatch on the Beach Resort

Marco Island, Florida: • The Charter Club of Marco Beach • Club Regency of Marco Island • Eagle’s Nest Beach Resort • Sunset Cove Resort • The Surf Club of Marco

Sanibel Island, Florida: • Casa Ybel Resort • Hurricane House Resort • Sanibel Cottages Resort • Shell Island Beach Club Resort • Tortuga Beach Club Resort

Sandestin, Florida: • Club Intrawest Sandestin

Island of Oahu, Hawaii: • Grand Waikikian • Hilton Hawaiian Village- Kalia Tower • Hilton Hawaiian Village- Lagoon Tower

Big Island of Hawaii, Hawaii: • HGV Club at Waikoloa Beach Resort • King’s Land by Hilton Grand Vacations • Bay Club at Waikoloa Beach Resort

Las Vegas, Nevada: • HGVC at the Flamingo • Hilton Grand Vacations Club Las Vegas • HGVC on the Las Vegas Strip

New York City, New York: • The Hilton Club New York • West 57th Street by Hilton Club

British Columbia, Canada: • Club Intrawest Whistler

Quebec, Canada: • Club Intrawest Tremblant

Cancun, Mexico: • Fiesta Americana Villas Cancun

Acapulco, Mexico: • Fiesta Americana Villas Acapulco

Los Cabos, Mexico: • Fiesta Americana Villas Los Cabos

Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico: • The Explorean Kohunlich

Zihuatanejo, Mexico: • Club Intrawest Zihuatanejo

Vilamoura, Portugal: • Hilton Vilamoura Vacation Club

Coylumbridge, Scotland: • Hilton Coylumbridge

Craigendarroch, Scotland: • Hilton Craigendarroch

Dunkeld, Scotland: • Hilton Dunkeld

Introduction to Ownership, System Rules, and Usage Strategies:

The First Rule of Timeshare is that ownership should never be considered a financial investment in real estate. Timeshare properties do not generally appreciate over time. Often, the only true gauge of a timeshare’s value is your usage and enjoyment of the property, and in the photos and memories of your incredible vacations!

You should never make an impulse purchase for any type or vacation ownership program! Also, take time to consider the secondary or resale market. Purchasing a timeshare interest on the secondary market from a current owner who no longer uses their ownership can save you thousands on your purchase price. Some benefits may not transfer via the resale market, so you’ll have to compare the positive and negative aspects carefully before buying. Finally, purchasing from an experienced and respected brokerage is the safest way to ensure you have all the information you need to ensure the timeshare you purchase provides you with years of great vacations!

Ok- now on to specific info about the Hilton Grand Vacations Club system…

The Club is in reality just a point based reservation system. Club members receive a point allotment based on the villa type and season they own (or have reserved in some cases) at their home resort. As with any point system, proper planning can greatly enhance your usage and satisfaction. It’s important to understand the different ownership types available, the benefits of ownership, the basic rules of the system, as well as some strategies that current owners utilize to maximize their usage and enjoyment.

Ownership Types:

When learning about this system, the distinction between HGVC developed resorts and HGVC affiliated resorts becomes important. The ownership and usage rules may be quite different depending on which home resort you own. For example, some of the affiliated resorts located in the southwest region of Florida were originally sold as fixed week timeshares. For fixed and event week ownerships, the home week is automatically reserved each year unless the owner cancels the reservation. Most HGVC developed and built resorts are all sold as floating week timeshares. The underlying ownership is always based on the home resort. Because of this, usage strategies will vary slightly based on your home resort.

The deed itself may also vary from resort to resort. Some ownership documents show a specific week and unit, even if they are just used for inventory purposes. HGVC at Seaworld is an example of this type of deed. Other ownership deeds don’t have an assigned week and unit, but instead show a usage type in a specific villa size. HGVC on International Drive uses this second type of deed format. Finally, when you consider the international affiliates Fiesta Americana resorts in Mexico- these properties are sold as non-deeded right to use leaseholds with a specific expiration date when your usage will end.

Also, it’s very important to understand that Elite Status designation cannot be obtained via resale purchases and that not all affiliate resorts allow the Club membership rights to transfer on the resale market. For example, the Carlsbad affiliates do not allow the HGVC point usage to transfer to a buyer but the Fiesta Americana contracts do allow the point usage to transfer. Another distinction is that some affiliates require a $399. reconversion fee be paid to Hilton after the transfer deed is recorded, in order for the new owner to be enrolled into the Club and have the ability to convert their week into Club points. If you are not sure what type of ownership exists at a specific resort, consulting with an experienced real estate broker or associate is something that you need to do before you buy! Contact us with any questions you may have.

Seasons:

This is another area which can often be confusing to newbies! Generally, there are four main season names that are used by HGVC: Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze. The particular weeks that fall within these seasons will vary depending on the resort. Some locations will have all four seasons, while others may only be divided into two or three seasons. The real confusion begins with a few of the affiliates. Some affiliate resorts were originally sold with different season designations than those used by Hilton. Also, a few of these resorts may have a float season that encompasses weeks which fall into different HGVC season designations. It’s possible that an owner may have the ability to reserve a week in part of the platinum and also the gold season. For these ownerships, the amount of Club points the owner receives may actually vary from year to year depending on the actual week that is reserved. The good news is that this example is the exception rather than the rule.

The Club Point values for the weeks, seasons, and unit sizes for each Club resort can be found in the published Member’s Guide http://www.hiltongrandvacations.com/mg/. Most resale buyers tend to focus on the Hilton built properties, to avoid confusion and ensure they receive a consistent number of Club points each year.

Exchange Options:

There are different ways to exchange your ownership week for another resort. The easiest way is often simply using the Club points to reserve at another Club affiliate. To go outside the Club, a third party exchange system must be used such as RCI, Interval International, or a smaller system such as SFX Resorts. Your home resort will determine which exchange systems you have access to as an owner.

Fees:

Maintenance fees are determined each year based on the overall operating budget of the home resort. Fees can vary widely from one resort to another, and these assessments will vary from year to year. Maintenance fees will increase over the years. You should always consider maintenance fees before making a decision to purchase, and should compare fees between several resorts as part of your research. In some cases, the annual fee can actually be more important over time that the negotiated purchase price!

Generally, the unit type and size determines the base maintenance fee amount, not the point allotment. A one bedroom villa in the platinum season will be assessed the same base maintenance fee as a one bedroom in the silver season. Only the property tax is likely to vary because of the season, so the tax assessment does create a slight difference between the one bedroom platinum and the one bedroom silver. It’s often a good buyer strategy to purchase a 1 bedroom platinum season ownership rather than a 2 bedroom lower season week, even if the 1br villa has a higher purchase price! Your brokerage can help you compare different scenarios to determine which property best meets your needs and your budget.

There can also be some differences in when fees are paid from resort to resort. A good example of this is can be seen in ownerships at the Bay Club at Waikoloa. For a Bay Club owner to borrow points from a future usage year, they will have to prepay an estimated amount for the next year’s maintenance fees (any difference from the estimate is paid or credited at the time the fees are actually billed). International owners at Craigendarroch cannot prepay, so are unable to borrow from a future allotment. An owner at HGVC at SeaWorld can borrow next year’s points without paying the equivalent annual dues as long as their account is current at the time of reservation.

Club dues must also be paid each year. For most resort, members living in the US and Canada are currently charged $99. while members living outside the US or Canada are currently charged $139. (West 57th owners are charged $197. and $232. respectively). Members who own a US resort and also an international resort may be required to pay Club dues for each account as the two systems may not be able to be combined into a single billing account. This is very rare and seems to be a system glitch rather than intentional.

Finally, point systems also have incidental fees that may be charged for various services and transactions such as making club reservations, point rescue, changeable option reservations, guest certificates, and RCI exchange system deposits. It also is a good idea to ask about resort specific fees such as parking fees and tourist taxes prior to confirming a reservation. If you aren’t aware prior to arrival, parking fees at destinations like New York and South Beach can be quite a surprise!

Reservations:

Hilton Grand Vacations Club has five reservation types.

Home Week Reservations are a full seven night stay in the exact unit type and season owned at your home resort. Reservation can be from nine months up to one year out of your check in day. The required check in day varies from resort to resort. Because owners get a longer reservation window at their home resort, it’s often a good idea to buy at the resort you believe you will use most often, in the unit and season that best meets your future plans. Home week reservations have the greatest opportunity at finding availability, other than fixed and event week ownerships.

Home Resort Reservations are currently only available to owners of the West 57th by Hilton Club resort in New York City. There is no minimum stay requirement for these reservations, but the reservation must be made at the West 57th resort. These reservations may be made from 45 days up to nine months in advance of the check out date.

Club Reservations can be made up to nine months prior to the requested check out date at most resorts. Club reservations must be for three days or greater in duration. Reservations can be made at most resorts during this period (West 57th in New York for example, only allows Club Reservations to be made up to 44 days prior to the check out date) and all points owners have an equal opportunity to get reservations. You can reserve any type of villa, and in any season- only being restricted by the number of points that you own!

Open Season Reservations can be made at most resorts (West 57th is excluded) up to 30 days prior to your date of check out and require only a two day minimum stay. These reservations are paid for with cash, but at rates that are heavily discounted! Currently, the 1br open season reservation rate is $80/night for Sun-Thurs and $100/night for Fri-Sat reservations.

Hilton Honors Reservations are reservations made via the Hilton Honors system. All HGVC members are given Silver VIP privileges in the Hilton Honors program. Owners can choose to deposit their ownership week into the Honors program in return for Honors points which can be used for a variety of services and hotel accommodations into affiliated Hilton brands. These deposits must be made more no later than December 31st of the year prior to receiving the points. (In other words, the points for the 2010 use year would have to be deposited prior to Dec. 31, 2009). Trading your timeshare ownership week for hotel stays is not generally a strategy that is recommended, but a few owners find this perk to be beneficial.

Point Charts:

Please review the Member’s Guide for the latest point charts and season calendars.

Hilton Garden Inn – Franchise Review

Hilton Garden Inn is a chain of hotels in America that is a trademark of the highly famous Hilton Worldwide. Hilton Garden Inn is reputed as a mid-range hotel suited for guests who are in town on business or as tourists. Most of its hotels are designed as towers with a single-level lobby and bell-desk, lobby seating area, 24 hour restaurant and a convenience store. Standard business center facilities are available and complimentary services for guests include either bed-and-breakfast or breakfast buffet.

Founded in 1996, the hotel entered into franchising partnerships in the same year. In the franchise model, while the hotel property is managed by a person on contract with Hilton, the operations are run by staff trained by Hilton personnel. The person desirous of entering into a franchise relation with Hilton Garden Inn preferably ought to be holding industry experience or general business experience.

In order to be associated with a hotel brand whose name is globally synonymous with classy hospitality, the requisites are a total investment of $112 million, with an initial franchise fee of nearly $60,000 and the royalty fee fixed at 5%. The term of the agreement is generally for 22 years and the renewal fee would be equal to the initial fees for investment. Depending on the nature of agreement, the franchise might be restricted to a single location or permitted to be opened in several countries.

The training necessary for establishing and kick-starting the franchise commences with a three-day course at the Hilton headquarters. It is followed up with another course of owner orientation lasting for three days in California. The ongoing support would consist of dissemination of newsletters with information or advertisements that are dispatched appropriately. Meetings are also organized periodically to monitor the status of the business, to evaluate the progress made and to identify areas of improvement and an action plan for the same.

The opening of the new hotel is given adequate publicity and the various procedures to be followed in case of fire or security threat are circulated as required. Field operations are given initial support and are evaluated so that they can be used as feedback. Liaisons with purchasing co-operatives are established for the benefit of the franchise. The market support is provided in the form of advertisements in the national print media. Regional advertising is also provided to improve local presence.

The first Hilton Garden Inn franchise agreement was entered into in 2008, with the inauguration of the Hilton Garden Inn Liberia Airport in Costa Rica. The key features of the hotel are free a Wi-Fi zone, round-the-clock business centre, garden Sleep System Bed and chairs by Herman Miller, high definition television and large-sized work desk.

A franchise with the world-famous and award-winning Hilton group is bound to result in high returns for both parties and the opportunity of growing better with the best!

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Hilton Head Golf Courses: The Perfect Golf Getaway

People travel for many reasons. Some travel in order to get some sun in the summer to add a bit of color to their skin. Others travel to make their way down the slopes of mountains on skis or boards. And then there are those who travel based on a particular activity such as golf. Hilton Head Island is one golf destination that travelers go to for their getaways, and with so many options, it is the perfect destination. Hilton Head golf courses offer scenic greens, tons of options, and professional design that all golfers can find enjoyment playing.

The scenic value of these courses is one of the most important reasons to choose this island for your vacation. Most courses offer a scenic view anyway, but Hilton Head has the benefit of being able to use more wildlife and nature than other locations. Live Oaks line the well-designed courses and views of the marshes and wetlands can bee seen while playing on them as well. Tidal creeks carve the landscape and ultimately shape some of these links, making them a serene and unique playing experience. There is a well-known course offering an oceanfront hole, so that players can enjoy the salty air of the Atlantic as they play their round. The scenery surrounding these courses makes this island the perfect place for any relaxing getaway.

In addition to having some of the most beautiful courses in existence, Hilton Head golf courses also carry power in numbers. For such a small vacation island, the Hilton Head Island area offers approximately 70 courses. Having so many options allows players to make more informed and competitive decisions about where they play. From long to short, right on the island or a few minutes away, or even priced high or low, there is a course in the area that can suit the needs of any golf getaway. Having so many options makes Hilton Head a premier destination for any golf related vacation.

Among the 70 courses that the island and surrounding area have to offer, many of them are professionally designed by famed and sought after course designers. For many avid golfers, having the perfect course to play on is simply having one that is designed by a certain name for a certain level of player. Hilton Head golf courses offer rounds of golf for all skill levels, so even beginners can learn to play on legendary courses. Picking the right course can be key to enjoying the game, and Hilton Head offers so many professionally designed courses, that one is sure to be right for you or anyone in your travel party.

So if you are looking for a great place to go on vacation, and you find that your favorite form of relaxation is out on the golf green, then Hilton Head is the perfect destination for your vacation. Offering so many professionally designed and scenic courses to choose from, there is sure to be a course to suit the needs and tastes of any and all travelers.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club – Hawaii Resorts

The popular and well known timeshare brand name of Hilton Grand Vacations Club is committed to the idea that life is not complete without vacations. The Hilton Grand Vacations Club (HGVC) distinctive resort collection features spacious condominium style accommodations in worldwide vacation destinations, a variety of spectacular amenities and the quality service that is synonymous with the Hilton resorts name.

Following you will find descriptions of each of the fabulous Hilton Grand Vacations Club resorts located in Hawaii.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Grand Waikikian, Honolulu, Hawaii

Towering over the expansive Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort and Spa, the 38-story tower of the exquisite Grand Waikikian has brought vacation accommodations in Honolulu to a new level of elegance and grandeur. With its spectacular views, ambience and service, this outstanding oceanfront resort provides all the comforts and conveniences of a luxurious condominium home right in the heart of Waikiki. The setting is further enhanced by all the amenities the Hilton Hawaiian Village has to offer, from signature luau celebrations, catamaran sailing trips, spectacular shopping and an endless variety of dining experiences.

The luxurious one, two and three bedroom suites have private balconies, fully equipped kitchens, in-suite washer and dryer and complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access.

The amenities of this fabulous, Hilton resort include four swimming pools (one of which is a 10,000 square foot “super” pool) along with a beach and saltwater lagoon. There are supervised children’s recreation programs, an arrival/departure lounge, exercise facilities and restaurants and lounges. Also available, for a fee, are snorkeling and watercraft equipment rentals, the popular Mandara Spa, valet parking and self parking.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club at Hilton Hawaiian Village – Kalia Tower, Honolulu, Hawaii

Delivering the best of Waikiki and all its tropical treasures, the Kalia Tower is ideally situated within the 22-acre Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa. Occupying floors 12 through 18 of the stately Kalia Tower, guests are just a short stroll away from the world famous Waikiki Beach. Guests are treated to elegantly appointed accommodations with panoramic mountain or ocean views. Adjacent to the resort, guests are invited to enjoy a variety of restaurants, entertainment and world-class shopping. From this convenient location guests have the opportunity to experience Hawaii’s legendary offshore recreation with scuba diving, snorkeling and surfing.

The cozy studios and spacious one bedroom suites have private lanais and feature fully equipped kitchens, complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access along with a washer and dryer on each floor.

Amenities at this beautiful Hilton resort include a restaurant, spa and exercise facility, swimming pool and Business Center.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club at Hilton Hawaiian Village – Lagoon Tower, Honolulu, Hawaii

Set among the stunning natural wonders of the Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach Resort & Spa in Honolulu, the Lagoon Tower provides guests with ideal access to the famous white-sand beach of Waikiki Beach. The spectacular amenities and unrivaled location offers guests unlimited access to the extensive entertainment, shopping and dining options within the Hilton Hawaiian Village. The 5,000 square foot family activity pool features the longest slide in Waikiki and overlooks the landmark Duke Kahanamoku Lagoon. A variety of activities invites guests to discover scuba diving, snorkeling or enjoy a round of golf and nearby hiking trails.

Most of the cozy studios and spacious one, two and three bedroom suites have private balconies. Each suite features a fully equipped kitchen, complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access, and a washer and dryer on each floor.

Amenities at this popular Hilton resort include a restaurant, spa and exercise facility, swimming pool and Business Center.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club at Waikoloa Beach Resort, Waikoloa, Big Island, Hawaii

Boasting a prime location on the Big Island of Hawaii, this stunning Hawaiian hotel offers an ideal Hawaiian haven in the heart of Waikoloa. Superbly situated adjacent to championship golf courses, the Hilton Grand Vacations Club at Waikoloa Beach Resort provides a beautiful beach front setting and offers close proximity to an array of popular activities.

Guests of this Kona timeshare enjoy access to the fantastic facilities at the nearby Hilton Waikoloa Village hotel which includes an enticing array of restaurants, boutiques, beaches and water activities. A complimentary shuttle service is available and offers easy access to the Hilton Waikoloa Village and nearby shops. Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in one of the two outdoor pools, work out in the fitness center or meet friends for a game of tennis on one of the two championship tennis courts.

The spacious and luxurious two bedroom suites have private lanais, feature fully equipped kitchens, washer and dryer, complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access.

Hilton Grand Vacations Club at Kings’ Land, Waikoloa, Big Island, Hawaii

The Hilton Kings Land resort is a stunning hotel set in the heart of Waikoloa. This beautiful resort is reminiscent of a lush, Hawaiian plantation and is located between two of Hawaii’s finest golf courses, the Kings’ Course and the Beach Course. Guests are invited to relax and enjoy the beauty and serenity of the Kohala Coast.

Guests of this Hilton resort also have access and privileges to the abundant facilities and amenities of the nearby Hilton Waikoloa Village hotel, including an enticing array of pools, a lagoon beach, restaurants, boutiques, spa and recreation. Complimentary shuttle service is available between the Hilton Grand resort, the Hilton Waikoloa Village and area shops.

On site, this Hilton timeshare offers four distinct pools and whirlpools, the King’s Bistro and Lounge and Kings’ pool bar. There is an Activity Center with game tables, video game systems and movies.

Treat yourself to spectacular accommodations with spacious one, two and three bedroom suites incorporating a casually elegant tropical style and featuring fully equipped kitchens, washer and dryer, and complimentary high-speed, wireless Internet access.

The Bay Club at Waikoloa Beach Resort, Waikoloa, Big Island, Hawaii

The Bay Club at Waikoloa Beach Resort offers an idyllic setting on the sun drenched island of Hawaii, known as the Big Island. The resort features expansive views, luxurious accommodations and close proximity to the renowned dining, retail and entertainment venues at The Kings’ Shops and newly opened Queens’ MarketPlace.

Guests of the resort also enjoy access to the pools, whirlpool spa and pool bar at the neighboring Hilton Grand Vacations Club at Waikoloa Beach Resort and access to two championship golf courses.

The luxuriously appointed and spacious one and two bedroom suites have private lanais and feature fully equipped kitchens and a washer and dryer.

Resort amenities on site include two swimming pools, a whirlpool spa, tennis courts, outdoor bbq grill areas, poolside café and bar, a putting green and exercise facilities.

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