How the 2025 Travel Economy Could Affect Timeshare Owners
If one thing is consistent about the world economy, it’s that things never stay the same for long. The 2020s started with a bang: an outbreak of COVID that confined many to their homes and devastated economies worldwide. Among the industries that took a hit from the virus was vacation ownership. After the virus lockdowns ended, the travel and timeshare industries rebounded in a big way. Along with that, though, comes new expenses and challenges. So what are timeshare market trends for 2025 and beyond to watch for?
Some of the most important considerations for timeshare owners are:
Whether their costs will increase as inflation, demand for travel products, and other market dynamics go up
Whether timeshare companies will continue to raise their own fees on owners as normal
How, in light of the first two issues, owners can cut their financial risks
Though the future of the world economy will not get any easier to predict, Centerstone Group is the premier timeshare exit company and can help you manage that uncertainty. Because our team has years of experience in the timeshare ownership and exit industries, we can help guide you to the answers that will put you and your family in the best financial situation after being hit with the many burdens of a timeshare.
Will Inflation and Travel Demand Increase Timeshare Costs?
Yes, it is likely that timeshare costs will go up in the future. Inflation and demand for travel services are two unique areas that will likely affect timeshare ownership in their own ways.
1. Global Rate of Inflation
After the economic disaster that was ignited by COVID-19, inflation has been a constant worry for many, and it is not going away anytime soon according to the available research reports.
Expert economists estimate that the worldwide rate of inflation will hover around 4% through their forecast period, which extends to at least 2028. Estimates for inflation rates in the United States, Mexico, and Canada are slightly lower than the global market. The projected rates for North America are still high, though, having raised to 2.9% through 2028.
Centerstone Group has already analyzed the effects of inflation on annual maintenance fees, and sadly, it appears that the stubbornly high inflation rate will be used as an excuse by timeshare companies to continue to raise those fees. Assuming even a modest increase of 10% a year means your fee payments will double within a decade.
2. Demand Within the Travel and Tourism Industries
All that increased travel means that demand for other travel products and vacation experiences will likely increase as well. After all, once all those people have taken their flights, they will be looking for vacation rentals, hotel rooms, and units at timeshare resorts. The market size, however, can only grow so much, so fast.
While the market growth rate from increased demand is good news for timeshare companies like Wyndham Resorts and Disney Vacation Club, it’s less appealing for current timeshare owners.
Centerstone Group expects that this will directly affect timeshare owners who, as part of their vacation club contracts, need to use reservation systems to book their timeshare stays. Because the points-based system is now much more common than the older fixed-week timeshare model, the sad truth is that you simply have more owners competing for fewer units.
Increased demand for timeshares leads to more people purchasing timeshare points, which can cause point inflation and increased difficulty making reservations.
This problem is one that may be familiar to members of Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV), who experienced this issue when HGV acquired other timeshare providers, like Bluegreen Vacations and Diamond Resorts.
HGV is not alone in this problem, as other timeshare companies — like Marriott Vacations Worldwide and Hyatt Residence Club — have also had issues. While companies may tout technological advancements or efforts to streamline the process, the fact is that market drivers and increased demand will likely outpace companies’ ability to deliver what you have already paid for.
Are Maintenance Fees Expected to Rise in 2025?
If there is one consistent truth of timeshare ownership and travel clubs, it’s that annual maintenance fees will always go up, whatever the global or national inflation rate happens to be.
The American Resort Development Association (ARDA), a group of key players from across the timeshare industry, tracks maintenance fees as part of its annual reports and market analysis. The results are not encouraging for timeshare owners.
In its 2024 market report, ARDA said that the average 2023 maintenance fee payment was $1,260 USD. This was up from the 2022 ARDA estimate of $1,120 (an increase of 12.5%). Though ARDA has yet to release its 2025 report online, you can rest assured that it will show another significant bump in fees.
Though these numbers show many market opportunities for developers, they just cause more pain for owners. No matter how much disposable income you might have, there is no good reason to continue to be charged more and more every year for the same thing.
Given economic conditions and the timeshare industry’s own reported history, there is every reason to believe that annual maintenance fees for timeshares will continue to increase at a rate of greater than 10% per year. Don’t forget that exchange club fees, like those of Resorts Condominiums International (RCI) or Interval International (II) will likely rise as well.
Should Owners Exit Now to Avoid Future Financial Risk?
If you do not want to lose money, then yes, you should be getting out of your timeshare. Despite what you may have been told in a sales presentation, timeshares are a terrible investment, and they are only going to cost you money, not create it.
Fortunately, you aren’t stuck with your timeshare contract forever. Centerstone Group has helped thousands of people escape onerous contracts, ever-increasing fees, and timeshares that simply cannot be used. This has saved our clients millions of dollars.
Our combined decades of expertise in the industry allow us to assist people at all phases of timeshare ownership. New owners may be able to get out quickly with a cancellation or rescission letter. Owners who don’t have that option may still be able to get out with a deed-back solution achieved through our proprietary pressure campaign.
Timeshare resale is almost never possible, but if you would prefer to transfer your timeshare to a willing recipient, we can also help you do that.
Or, if a timeshare company has done something truly wrong, we can even assist you with getting a lawyer or law firm to give you expert legal advice, with their fees coming at a discount.
Steel Yourself Against Timeshare Market Trends in 2025 and Beyond
Whatever market trends 2025 will reveal, the fact is that remaining in a timeshare contract is a bad financial decision that will hurt you in the long run. Thus, it only makes sense to get out of your timeshare as soon as possible so that you can protect yourself before conditions like inflation get even worse. Given the sheer number of vacation options you have, timeshares are by far the most destructive financially.
Centerstone Group is simply the best option for a timeshare exit. We are an A+-rated, accredited company with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). BBB reviews also show that our clients have awarded us with a 4.78-out-of-5-star rating for our great results and service. If you need to get out of your timeshare, contact us today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
If one thing is consistent about the world economy, it’s that things never stay the same for long. The 2020s started with a bang: an outbreak of COVID that confined many to their homes and devastated economies worldwide. Among the industries that took a hit from the virus was vacation ownership. After the virus lockdowns ended, the travel and timeshare industries rebounded in a big way. Along with that, though, comes new expenses and challenges. So what are timeshare market trends for 2025 and beyond to watch for?
Some of the most important considerations for timeshare owners are:
Though the future of the world economy will not get any easier to predict, Centerstone Group is the premier timeshare exit company and can help you manage that uncertainty. Because our team has years of experience in the timeshare ownership and exit industries, we can help guide you to the answers that will put you and your family in the best financial situation after being hit with the many burdens of a timeshare.
Will Inflation and Travel Demand Increase Timeshare Costs?
Yes, it is likely that timeshare costs will go up in the future. Inflation and demand for travel services are two unique areas that will likely affect timeshare ownership in their own ways.
1. Global Rate of Inflation
After the economic disaster that was ignited by COVID-19, inflation has been a constant worry for many, and it is not going away anytime soon according to the available research reports.
Expert economists estimate that the worldwide rate of inflation will hover around 4% through their forecast period, which extends to at least 2028. Estimates for inflation rates in the United States, Mexico, and Canada are slightly lower than the global market. The projected rates for North America are still high, though, having raised to 2.9% through 2028.
Centerstone Group has already analyzed the effects of inflation on annual maintenance fees, and sadly, it appears that the stubbornly high inflation rate will be used as an excuse by timeshare companies to continue to raise those fees. Assuming even a modest increase of 10% a year means your fee payments will double within a decade.
2. Demand Within the Travel and Tourism Industries
The demand issue is another one that is also likely to drive up prices. An analysis of 2024 air travel shows that demand and usage of flights have gone up. International travel in particular is booming, as tourists surge in countries like Australia, Japan, and France.
All that increased travel means that demand for other travel products and vacation experiences will likely increase as well. After all, once all those people have taken their flights, they will be looking for vacation rentals, hotel rooms, and units at timeshare resorts. The market size, however, can only grow so much, so fast.
While the market growth rate from increased demand is good news for timeshare companies like Wyndham Resorts and Disney Vacation Club, it’s less appealing for current timeshare owners.
Centerstone Group expects that this will directly affect timeshare owners who, as part of their vacation club contracts, need to use reservation systems to book their timeshare stays. Because the points-based system is now much more common than the older fixed-week timeshare model, the sad truth is that you simply have more owners competing for fewer units.
Increased demand for timeshares leads to more people purchasing timeshare points, which can cause point inflation and increased difficulty making reservations.
This problem is one that may be familiar to members of Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV), who experienced this issue when HGV acquired other timeshare providers, like Bluegreen Vacations and Diamond Resorts.
HGV is not alone in this problem, as other timeshare companies — like Marriott Vacations Worldwide and Hyatt Residence Club — have also had issues. While companies may tout technological advancements or efforts to streamline the process, the fact is that market drivers and increased demand will likely outpace companies’ ability to deliver what you have already paid for.
Are Maintenance Fees Expected to Rise in 2025?
If there is one consistent truth of timeshare ownership and travel clubs, it’s that annual maintenance fees will always go up, whatever the global or national inflation rate happens to be.
The American Resort Development Association (ARDA), a group of key players from across the timeshare industry, tracks maintenance fees as part of its annual reports and market analysis. The results are not encouraging for timeshare owners.
In its 2024 market report, ARDA said that the average 2023 maintenance fee payment was $1,260 USD. This was up from the 2022 ARDA estimate of $1,120 (an increase of 12.5%). Though ARDA has yet to release its 2025 report online, you can rest assured that it will show another significant bump in fees.
Though these numbers show many market opportunities for developers, they just cause more pain for owners. No matter how much disposable income you might have, there is no good reason to continue to be charged more and more every year for the same thing.
Given economic conditions and the timeshare industry’s own reported history, there is every reason to believe that annual maintenance fees for timeshares will continue to increase at a rate of greater than 10% per year. Don’t forget that exchange club fees, like those of Resorts Condominiums International (RCI) or Interval International (II) will likely rise as well.
Should Owners Exit Now to Avoid Future Financial Risk?
If you do not want to lose money, then yes, you should be getting out of your timeshare. Despite what you may have been told in a sales presentation, timeshares are a terrible investment, and they are only going to cost you money, not create it.
Fortunately, you aren’t stuck with your timeshare contract forever. Centerstone Group has helped thousands of people escape onerous contracts, ever-increasing fees, and timeshares that simply cannot be used. This has saved our clients millions of dollars.
Our combined decades of expertise in the industry allow us to assist people at all phases of timeshare ownership. New owners may be able to get out quickly with a cancellation or rescission letter. Owners who don’t have that option may still be able to get out with a deed-back solution achieved through our proprietary pressure campaign.
Timeshare resale is almost never possible, but if you would prefer to transfer your timeshare to a willing recipient, we can also help you do that.
Or, if a timeshare company has done something truly wrong, we can even assist you with getting a lawyer or law firm to give you expert legal advice, with their fees coming at a discount.
Steel Yourself Against Timeshare Market Trends in 2025 and Beyond
Whatever market trends 2025 will reveal, the fact is that remaining in a timeshare contract is a bad financial decision that will hurt you in the long run. Thus, it only makes sense to get out of your timeshare as soon as possible so that you can protect yourself before conditions like inflation get even worse. Given the sheer number of vacation options you have, timeshares are by far the most destructive financially.
Centerstone Group is simply the best option for a timeshare exit. We are an A+-rated, accredited company with the Better Business Bureau (BBB). BBB reviews also show that our clients have awarded us with a 4.78-out-of-5-star rating for our great results and service. If you need to get out of your timeshare, contact us today for a free consultation and case evaluation.