TOP 5 REGRETS OF BUYING A THOUSAND TRAILS MEMBERSHIP!

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  • @GetawayCouple
    @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +10

    Hi Gang! Here are some additional resources for Thousand Trails if you're interested:
    Top 5 Regrets: gtwy.to/3yMYQxv
    Guide to Thousand Trails: gtwy.to/3wKTMHU
    Thousand Trails Membership Options: gtwy.to/3wJf5tG
    New Adventure Membership: gtwy.to/3wzliZ4
    Our Used Thousand Trails Contact:
    Kimberly
    Email: kimberly@membershipoutlet.com
    Phone: 800-272-0401
    Website: www.getawaycouple.com/go/CMO

  • @terrytuell3361
    @terrytuell3361 Рік тому +5

    Best thing we did!! We full timed for almost 3 years. I was able to re-locate, change careers, and had an incredible experience traveling the country. The experience and knowledge you and your children gain from full time travel is worth it’s weight in gold.

  • @RoadVenturesUSA
    @RoadVenturesUSA 3 роки тому +16

    If you're fulltiming on a budget,... A thousand trails membership is a must. Some parks get you to a location while others fulfill your needs. It was one of the best investments we made preparing for this lifestyle. Jason and Rae have videos breaking down the membership levels and how the system works that we are appreciative of. Also. Loved the bloopers.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much 😊 and thanks for your input!!

  • @amyjones5584
    @amyjones5584 3 роки тому +8

    We purchased our used package from Kim and absolutely had no regrets and then when their new adventure package came out with the early purchase deal we contacted her again and she was fabulous she went over everything with us to make sure it would be something that would work for us and then contacted a rep for us and we got it . We stay exclusively at TT/ encore parks in a year we have spent $ 118.00 out of pocket to stay somewhere and then used Passport america for it . These 2 senior clampers are loving life with no regrets .We hope to see you out there , Stay well and travel safe .

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for sharing Amy! We love to hear the positives! Happy travels!

  • @jimster1577
    @jimster1577 3 роки тому +22

    I bought a used membership from Kim at campground membership outlet recently. April 2021. She was GREAT! She made everything super smooth. Saved thousands over new. Kim is very patient, informative, and very non rushed. She answers emails surprisingly quick. She knows everything!

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      She is definitely awesome!

    • @jimster1577
      @jimster1577 3 роки тому +2

      @@GetawayCouple For sure. I know my message sounds like a paid add lol. But it's true. She lived up to the hype. I sent her a message at about 9:45p.m. her time on a Saturday. In the message I was like don't need to get back to me before Monday. Please enjoy your weekend. She answered like 8 minutes later.
      In a world of automated customer service, she was a breath of fresh air.

    • @catherineocallaghan8029
      @catherineocallaghan8029 Рік тому

      But have you checked the side so they suck the power goes out you might as well bring a tent

    • @jimster1577
      @jimster1577 Рік тому

      @catherineocallaghan8029 what?

    • @ced56
      @ced56 11 місяців тому

      How do I get ahold of kim

  • @Thethriftpicker
    @Thethriftpicker 3 роки тому +9

    We are full time and our thousand trails membership has saved us a ton and we just have the basic with trails. It was like $800. Per year. Way cheaper then paying full cost.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +3

      We do love ours! Thanks for the comments!

    • @Thethriftpicker
      @Thethriftpicker 3 роки тому +1

      @@GetawayCouple your welcome! :)

    • @paulashealthyliving
      @paulashealthyliving 3 роки тому +2

      @@Thethriftpicker do you find that you can book with the 60 day window? We are not full time but are hoping to head south from Canada once the border opens. Mostly the west coast down to California. I fear that with the basic membership that we will never find anything because the folks with a longer window will have snapped them up.

    • @Thethriftpicker
      @Thethriftpicker 3 роки тому

      @@paulashealthyliving that was my only issue but only on places that were very popular. Like the keys in the winter. That was not gonna happen. But even the people with the big membership didn’t get it. So idk if it’s worth it. If we were going to be full time longer then we would’ve got the bigger one for sure.

    • @alipat9272
      @alipat9272 3 роки тому

      We couldnt get into any florida campsite this past year. Every time we try to use our membership everything is booked full. East coast camper

  • @snookrookie
    @snookrookie 3 роки тому +4

    We are full time for years and tt member since 2003. We love it. No regrets.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      Great to hear Robert! It's not always doom and gloom. There are so many plans that peeple just need to do the research to see what works for them!

  • @sifilmaker
    @sifilmaker Рік тому +1

    Nice video, we bought an RV right before the pandemic and finally took it around the country last year for 45 days, stayed in 6 states, the entire cost was about $6000. Almost $3500 was actually fuel costs. Looked into Thousand Trails.. won't fit into our style as we camp maybe a dozen times. Seem like a good thing for someone who is on the RV Road year round though. tks for the video.. subscribed..

    • @Seashellsbytheseashore21
      @Seashellsbytheseashore21 Рік тому

      idk where you live, but for me the southwest zone camping pass pays for itself within about 11 stays. and i'm just doing tent camping until the fall. LOL. but then again, everything is $$$$$ in california.

  • @taber1969
    @taber1969 2 роки тому

    Kimberly is awesome!!! Ive been talking to her last couple years and finally bought my Elite TODAY!!!! Woot woot!

  • @briancray1232
    @briancray1232 3 роки тому +6

    Many people regret the quality of the campgrounds in the TT system. The question is one really of cost. I am not seeking luxury at a campgound. I purchased a zone pass for my winter season of 2019/2020 and recieved great value for my purchase. A zone pass is a 1 year zone pass in the $500 range. No membership cost. Unlimited 2 week stays with a 60 day booking window. I stayed twice in las vegas and once in palm springs. Good value. Your expectations should be realistic, and you need to purchase the appropriate pass/membership that works for how much you will use it.

  • @jerrymcbroom8560
    @jerrymcbroom8560 3 роки тому +9

    My biggest gripe about Th Trails is the massive number of seasonal sights and often the best sights. We didn't sign on for that

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Understand that. They are all very different.

    • @MisterMikeTexas
      @MisterMikeTexas 2 роки тому

      Yep! Typical timeshare as I've heard of!

  • @chadkoller7809
    @chadkoller7809 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the video we are trying to plan for our retirement. I just subscribed to your channel

  • @silentmajority2347
    @silentmajority2347 3 роки тому +4

    Great video guys! We have the elite with trails collection and it’s paid itself off in the past two years. For us, it was spending as many nights as possible in their parks to pay it off quickly. Now it’s just a thing of staying 10 nights a year and our dues are paid too. (We still stay 100+) another issue they have is the reservation system. We notice that they leave about 10% of the spots open for retail customers. I understand the profit of this but it makes it difficult at times. Days blocked but notice there’s plenty of open places. The only other issue is the roadways in the parks could all use repair.... we added another membership that allows us to stay at parks where there is no TT for about $15 on average that are normally $50+ night parks.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      Great to hear the good stuff! Thanks for sharing!

    • @mikebreannesufrin9412
      @mikebreannesufrin9412 3 роки тому +1

      We purchased thousand trails also! Would you share the other membership you got for states that TT is not in?

    • @arlenecarter
      @arlenecarter 3 роки тому +1

      What other membership did you buy?

    • @kellypowell1483
      @kellypowell1483 2 роки тому +1

      What is this add on called?

  • @snookrookie
    @snookrookie Рік тому

    We bought new in 2003 and have upgraded 2 more times. Yes you can buy used and its a good thing to do because it saves you money and helps someone sell there's when they no longer need it. Thats a positive to be able not be stuck with a membership you longer want.

  • @travismurray9160
    @travismurray9160 2 роки тому

    Any info you can provide on the new "Cabin Pass"? Used you guys as a referral before. Thx.

  • @kenrosa9253
    @kenrosa9253 3 роки тому +4

    I bought a thousand trails years ago just after they started this timeshare. I bought it used but back then you could buy it directly from a private party which saved you thousands. From what I understand you cannot do it that way anymore. Do they still cap the amount you pay when you get to the age of 65? Also when I had camped through thousand trails they did not allow permanent residents as they do now and after looking at some you tube videos and reviews from current owners it appears that a lot of them are worse for wear.

  • @kimvandertill8928
    @kimvandertill8928 3 роки тому +4

    We’ve been back and forth trying to decide whether or no to invest in a TT membership as we near our 3/4 time RV status. Have seen yours and other’s videos on the topic. Biggest concern is that it appears many of the parks are run down or sites are extremely tight. Would love to know if any of the regrets have been for these reasons and what you’ve found.

    • @marychristie6194
      @marychristie6194 3 роки тому +3

      We tried TT and the campgrounds are really bad-really run down -No way 🥺

  • @samanthapeterson8823
    @samanthapeterson8823 3 роки тому +1

    Off topic but your lipstick is on point!! What kind is it? Love the color! I love watching all your videos.

  • @RoamingwiththeRamsays
    @RoamingwiththeRamsays 3 роки тому +4

    Something we looked into early on and decided to pass on. But now maybe it's time for us to take another look at it and see if there is an option that fits us. Love the bloopers at the end.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Thanks guys!

    • @twbelieves
      @twbelieves 3 роки тому

      Wow that’s a lot of money for batteries. 9k not including a labor charge. What benefit and savings is there?

  • @NormRidg
    @NormRidg 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you on explaining the overall issues people can have. Great video and easy to follow. Always enjoy.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Thanks Norman! We always appreciate the positve feedback!!

  • @douglasvernieu5943
    @douglasvernieu5943 Рік тому +1

    I have a question that I can't seem to get an answer to.....
    I was considering getting an elite membership which allows me to stay in the parks for up to 21 days at a time.
    But what if I wanted to stay in the same park?
    Would thousand trails allow me to just pay a nightly fee and stay at the same Park for months, instead of packing up every 21 days to go somewhere else???

    • @Pam-x5b
      @Pam-x5b Рік тому

      I have the same question

  • @chasinfun365
    @chasinfun365 7 місяців тому +1

    Any updates in the last 2 years?? Prices have gone up....

  • @jenniferstuart1473
    @jenniferstuart1473 2 роки тому

    It used to be outdoor world. We ha e used it since 1986. We still love it. Has gone a bit shabby , but save so much money and have a lifetime membership, and I inherited this. My kids and friends can use it to

  • @Guitarsdetectors
    @Guitarsdetectors 6 місяців тому

    You really have to decide how you camp and if you’re going to get value from your purchase. What works for me is buying an annual zone pass, currently I paid $520 in 2024. I chose the southwest which gives me all the TT parks in California, Az, Nv and Colorado. I can easily add more zones as needed or not. I can opt out of buying the pass for a particular year or purchase it later in the year if I have other travel plans that would limit my use of the annual pass for that year. It’s totally worth it to me, over the cost of a full membership, which still requires a yearly maintenance cost. The booking window is only a max of 60 days out, but that has not been a problem for me and the way I travel. Happy camping!

    • @cajunpagan
      @cajunpagan 6 місяців тому

      So buying the Camping Pass keeps you from being stuck in the membership, correct?

  • @pamelamargroff5836
    @pamelamargroff5836 3 роки тому +2

    Good information. Love the clean cut look you guys! The glasses make you look like business Barbie...very pretty! Have a pleasant week!!😊

    • @SpykersB
      @SpykersB 3 роки тому +1

      🤣 ‘ business Barbie’ 😂 that’s cute.

    • @brianweber4154
      @brianweber4154 3 роки тому

      Shes definitely a hottie with this look

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      😂

  • @markcamarillo4295
    @markcamarillo4295 3 роки тому +2

    Are you finding it hard to book a camp sight in the Thousand Trail system like the private parks?

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      It varies. Depends on location. Definitely need to plan ahead in certain areas.

  • @JB-mo8rs
    @JB-mo8rs 3 роки тому +7

    I got a free, one year membership when I bought my trailer. They keep harassing me about locking in a reservation. I told them that I’ll call them. It’s irritating

  • @billmea5593
    @billmea5593 2 роки тому

    BTW, the link for the used memberships is invalid

  • @lonzosheppard7141
    @lonzosheppard7141 5 місяців тому

    How do you get out of a thousand trail membership when it still has a loan

  • @MX-CO
    @MX-CO Рік тому

    I'm planning to join and I'm considering a more expensive option but I'm struggling to find the value in the more expensive options??
    Can someone help me see the value?
    From my understanding you have the annual fee either way, So the cheapest option seems way better to me?
    Because with the cheapest option you can stay 3 weeks per month, with the more expensive option you can also stay 3 weeks per month ?
    Longer booking time is that really worth thousands of dollars more?

  • @kennethshaw8388
    @kennethshaw8388 2 роки тому

    Thanks for your balanced and informative video. We're new to RVing and will be taking week-long seasonal trips rather than full time living. The RV dealership briefly explained the "free" Thousand Trails membership during the paperwork session. All sounded like a nice perk until the endless voice messages, emails and hard sell that followed providing our contact info. Reminded me of those annoying timeshare sales pitches at the resorts and theme parks. We haven't been camping yet since delivery on our 5th wheel RV is in April. The marketing folks at Thousand Trails need to realize that this is a BIG turn-off.

    • @MisterMikeTexas
      @MisterMikeTexas 2 роки тому

      That's what timeshares do! Finance experts like Dave Ramsey advise to stay away from them.

  • @comervwithus2788
    @comervwithus2788 2 роки тому

    Are you getting back on the road or selling this membership?

  • @alilalla
    @alilalla 2 роки тому

    We are planning to RV 1/2 of the year and our main concern is availability of the super nice resorts i.e. Florida Keys. Does anybody have any insight on this?

  • @karenr1472
    @karenr1472 3 роки тому

    Curious, which TT zone did you guys purchase?

  • @attemptingrvnormal2070
    @attemptingrvnormal2070 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing post guys. I loved all the information that you passed out on Thousand Trails. Keep up the great work......😍😍😍😍😍😍

  • @RVthereyetmemaw
    @RVthereyetmemaw 2 роки тому +1

    If you use the TT parks there is NO charge. So what did you mean by $20 to $5?
    I have researched this for over a year.
    I have spoken to several reps an they all give you different informations.

    • @MX-CO
      @MX-CO Рік тому

      Deviding what you pay for the membership by how many times you stay

    • @Seashellsbytheseashore21
      @Seashellsbytheseashore21 Рік тому

      the rep's don't seem to be on the same page at all. i need some assistance with the trails collection and keep getting different answers LOL. however it seems to be a miscommunication issue.

  • @davidlusk4350
    @davidlusk4350 3 роки тому +1

    Rea is kicking it in this video . Oh yeah Jay your pretty cool as well lol. Great video folks like everything you dint know until your in up to your knees in experiences. I'LL keep this in mind when I get out there like yall.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Thank you David! We love the compliments! Thanks for watching!

  • @itsrvlifenowornever6827
    @itsrvlifenowornever6827 2 роки тому

    We don’t have a RV now, but we bought from Kimberly as well and don’t regret it at all. Hopefully getting a used A diesel to remodel then back at it on a more modest scale as we built a bardo.

  • @pauljjuneau
    @pauljjuneau 3 роки тому

    This was a huge help. Thank y’all

  • @brendanwalsh1675
    @brendanwalsh1675 2 роки тому

    Thanks guys! Our hesitation is that we'd be looking for a NW section and it doesn't look as if there are any 50' pull thru's. Thanks again.
    Brendan & Lena

  • @MidkiffMemories
    @MidkiffMemories 2 роки тому

    Great video!! We love our thousand trails membership but you definitely have to do your research before you buy.

  • @jeremy7123
    @jeremy7123 3 роки тому

    Good Video, wish there was an easy spot to locate the high use parks and what determines when in that high use time. Any suggestions?

  • @ChasingOurSunshine
    @ChasingOurSunshine 3 роки тому +1

    Great points and like how you shared the regrets others have been sharing with you.. you have to do your research and make sure it works for you! Chasing RV Sunshine ☀️ Joel, Deb & 🐕 Maya

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks guys! It's always controversial and most either love it or hate it. It's not for everyone for sure, just depends on each persons needs, wants, and likes. Have a great Sunday! 😊

  • @slickwilly4613
    @slickwilly4613 Рік тому

    If I wanted to buy a used membership so I could travel across the states over a 2 year period then, after that time sell the membership, would that be cost effective. Also, if my travel was fairly spontaneous, booking 2 weeks out, would I be out of luck?

    • @slickwilly4613
      @slickwilly4613 Рік тому

      @@kristinab0322 well that's not good. Would you know what type of membership can be bought used and can be resold?

  • @Blackshirtsguru
    @Blackshirtsguru 3 роки тому +5

    I got tired of seeing all the blackout dates so I said forget and book sites at Military RV parks

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +4

      Understand that one! It's great you can use the military parks and thank you for your service!

  • @denniskissinger7937
    @denniskissinger7937 Рік тому

    This is our second year with TT and we have saved us money. Normal campground costs in our area is $70-$90/ night, last years TT per night costs were $45/night. Pre owned memberships are the way to go

    • @denniskissinger7937
      @denniskissinger7937 Рік тому

      @james-rd4dq happy for you that you are soooooo into boondocking, to each their own. For a lot of people TT has been a positive, but i will only speak for myself. I like the option of scheduling and knowing I have a spot. The TT" s I've been to are in better shape than some private campgrounds, and the more you camp, the less your membership cost. There's a number of reasons for the resale. Original owner of the membership passes away and the family would rather sell the membership. and you have people that bought it and full timed for an amount of time, now want don't need it. I'm certainly not an expert in this, but TT has worked for me.

  • @jmuckable
    @jmuckable 2 роки тому

    I miss you guys, you are always informative and I enjoy your videos

  • @Mybeardog
    @Mybeardog 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks you. That was a big help. We will probably be mostly boondocking so the
    expense of a membership wouldn't be a wise choice for us.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      That totally makes sense! It's not for everyone 😊

  • @dkmx69
    @dkmx69 3 роки тому +2

    Hey guys I subscribed to your channel I absolutely love it its my wife's and I dream to be able to pack up and go how does one go about making the big jump

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Read, research, watch and learn all you can to make an informed decision. All parties must be "in". We cover lots of stuff on our blog getawaycouple.com You can put whatever you are looking to learn about in the search on our website and the articles will come up 😊

  • @davidking4525
    @davidking4525 Рік тому

    For full timers TT is a no brainer. I bought used Elite Connection through CMO and it has saved me tons of money and I have enjoyed most of the parks, only a few have been disappointing.

  • @skateguy50
    @skateguy50 Рік тому

    I don't get what the membership is about vs the yearly pass. If your yearly dues is the same as the yearly pass why the upfront cost?

    • @ChristinaJohnson-kb6ox
      @ChristinaJohnson-kb6ox 7 місяців тому

      Maybe so people don’t have to commit to a membership? The pass is only good for 14 days then you have to stay out of a TT park for 7days I think. A membership(depending on the one you get) allows you to stay in a park for 21 days but you can move to another park if you wanted to.

  • @victoriarash5011
    @victoriarash5011 3 роки тому

    We what to buy used shares we are lost on this.

  • @andrewthomas9974
    @andrewthomas9974 3 роки тому

    Maybe i missed it. Would this be a good investment for full time RV'ers

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      It depends on your needs. This is an older video we did about our decision to join and what it is: ua-cam.com/video/5zQxKYDD2OQ/v-deo.html

  • @madelinewelch4325
    @madelinewelch4325 3 роки тому

    We just bought an Elite membership USED!! Killer deal too! Cant wait to go fulltime in November!

  • @jillmidthune9932
    @jillmidthune9932 3 роки тому +5

    We have 3 dogs and the rules say there’s a two dog limit at the parks so no Thousand Trails for us at this point.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      Makes sense!

    • @cajunpagan
      @cajunpagan Рік тому

      We have 3 small dogs. They seriously have a 2 dog limit?

  • @EatSleepRVRepeat
    @EatSleepRVRepeat 3 роки тому +1

    We can't begin to tell you how much we appreciate this information. TT is a big consideration for us and having these details is very helpful.
    Lou & Angie

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks guys! Always trying to share the whole truth. You know we use ours, you just have to navigate all the options that work for you.

    • @EatSleepRVRepeat
      @EatSleepRVRepeat 3 роки тому

      @@GetawayCouple By any chance could you guys share the booking process?
      Thanks,
      Lou

  • @jakeroadtonowhere4070
    @jakeroadtonowhere4070 3 роки тому

    Wow That's rare not to get no dislike
    Respect👊
    Great video love the ending

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Thanks, but yes it happens - and that's ok. Thanks for the compliment!!

  • @PenniestoDollars
    @PenniestoDollars 10 місяців тому

    That's what I was thinking. Huge Purchase!

  • @Ceerix
    @Ceerix 3 роки тому

    Thank you for your Information about too many specific rules! An absolute NO-GO! I don't even start thinking about buying a membership.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      There are many different levels of plans, and it just depends on your travel style & needs.

  • @brianweber4154
    @brianweber4154 3 роки тому

    What a new look, rae!

  • @FrenchEros
    @FrenchEros 3 роки тому

    Hello guys, as always, awesome video and thank you for sharing the information with us. Love your channel. PS, if you allow a personal note, which I should have written weeks ago : so happy that you shaved that beard… hehehe. It’s personal to me, I know, but you look so much better. See you in your next video.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      😂 Well thank you! We appreciate the compliments and positive comments! Make sure you have subscribed!

  • @TheAverydavid
    @TheAverydavid 2 роки тому

    Are you still supporting TT?

  • @n1uno1965
    @n1uno1965 3 роки тому

    I really enjoyed how you broke arguments down. Still looking into it. 🖖🏻🙏🏻👍🏻😘

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Research and find what works for you. Thanks for the comment!

  • @twbelieves
    @twbelieves 3 роки тому

    What programs did you guys buy?

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      We have purchased a used Elite Program just over 3 years ago. www.getawaycouple.com/thousand-trails-membership-options/

  • @takingaforkintheroad4455
    @takingaforkintheroad4455 3 роки тому +1

    I think you should of added that people with memberships with smaller booking windows sometimes just can’t book a site when they want it.

  • @RoadieWingZZ
    @RoadieWingZZ 5 місяців тому

    There aren’t parks in every state and the conditions of many are really poor. Amenities and facilities are often dramatically different and haven’t been maintained. Roads are horrific in some with potholes that will literally swallow your vehicle/trailer wheels.

  • @sherriweber7105
    @sherriweber7105 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much for this video. Great job on explaining the 1,000 trails and how it works. And who to talk too! You probably have to get a hold of them months in advance to stay at their parks.
    Thank you again for these tips it helps.
    I hope you had a great Memorial Day weekend. Hoke you enjoy this weekend too! See you soon! Safe travels.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Thanks Sherri! It's such a complex system and we do what we can! Hope you had a great weekend as well! 😊

  • @gregorycarson3889
    @gregorycarson3889 3 роки тому

    Love your video ,is parttime worth buying it for $499.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      Depends on how much you truly plan to use it and if the locations available are where you want to go.

  • @foryourreview8403
    @foryourreview8403 3 роки тому +5

    Love your bloopers! Please don't ever edit them out :-)

  • @doral98
    @doral98 3 роки тому

    Do you not get paid if someone is not subscribe and watches your video

  • @ParryPickleballking-es2el
    @ParryPickleballking-es2el Рік тому

    I spoke to someone from Thousand Trails today and I think you are making it seem more difficult than it actually is. If the resale person you keep pumping can explain it, so can the sales person from Thousand Trails. He did a screen share and it was explained very well.

    • @ParryPickleballking-es2el
      @ParryPickleballking-es2el Рік тому

      @james-rd4dq that is exactly why we didn't join. When I asked if they cap the membership, he said no. So I said, it's possible that you wouldn't be able to get a spot. Case in point would be your friends.
      It's an great deal if you can get into places. But if you're not going to limit memberships then it will get to the point where you it's a waste of money.

    • @ParryPickleballking-es2el
      @ParryPickleballking-es2el Рік тому

      @james-rd4dq and I have only seen one Thousand Trails campground and it's right on the interstate 10.... That would be a hard pass for me but it fills up.

  • @Kylerinsandiego
    @Kylerinsandiego 3 роки тому

    Wait? Why does their website say their membership is $615, but you keep saying you paid THOUSANDS?

  • @scottfranson4215
    @scottfranson4215 3 роки тому

    Thank You, A lot of important Info to Think Over. 5*s VIdeo.

  • @dutchgirl2
    @dutchgirl2 3 роки тому +1

    We are setup for boondocking, so not savings for us

  • @cindyrose4155
    @cindyrose4155 3 роки тому +5

    My parents bought their Thousand Trails Membership in 1974....we purchased ours in 2000. We are absolutely happy with our membership. There are parks that need to be upgraded/renovated, some are in beautiful condition, and others are okay. What we don’t like.....the annual site rentals and the TT Pass, they take spots away from people who have purchased their memberships for thousands of dollars just to be told a park is full!!! People who buy the annual pass are paying the equivalent of our annual dues without having to pay thousands!

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      Great input Cindy - thanks for sharing!

  • @ontariotrailcameras6619
    @ontariotrailcameras6619 3 роки тому

    Great info thanks guys

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      You bet!

    • @ontariotrailcameras6619
      @ontariotrailcameras6619 3 роки тому

      @@GetawayCouple We live in Canada but my wife is American and we have family on both sides and hope to make good use of the TT plan when we go full-time shortly

  • @josephmelcher1312
    @josephmelcher1312 3 роки тому

    What is Kims website?

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      We put it in the description, but here you go:
      Used Thousand Trails Contact:
      Kimberly
      Email: kimberly@membershipoutlet.com
      Phone: 800-272-0401
      Website: www.getawaycouple.com/go/CMO
      *Please tell her Rae and Jason from Getaway Couple sent you!

    • @josephmelcher1312
      @josephmelcher1312 3 роки тому

      @@GetawayCouple Many thanks for some reason it did not show up on my youtube

  • @Curious_Skeptic
    @Curious_Skeptic Рік тому +1

    I regret even thinking of it! LOL. Watching many videos, I am sure I DO NOT want to live on a large pavement parking lot, I mean 'camp ground'.

  • @stampinsher
    @stampinsher 3 роки тому +1

    1000 Trails on the West or East Coasts & their add-ons get into more expensive budgets. The parks are very particular with your Furbabies. Lots of reservations restrictions as well (know your length). If you can't understand all the rules, the millions of rules, you won't enjoy. BTW, we've been to Encore Parks the ones not on either coasts with our RV PARK Membership (Not 1000 Trails). If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Thanks for your comments. You definitely have to do your research ahead of time on the parks and regulations!

  • @curiousgeorge2193
    @curiousgeorge2193 3 роки тому +1

    For those of us that are new to RVing.....You should introduce and define what is "Thousand Trails."

    • @aliciawilson8649
      @aliciawilson8649 3 роки тому

      Its basically a timeshare

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      This is an older video we did about our decision to join and what it is: ua-cam.com/video/5zQxKYDD2OQ/v-deo.html
      We also have several articles that Jason has written on our website: getawaycouple.com Just search Thousand Trails on our site and they will all come up 😊 Thousand Trails is a campground membership organization that operates in a similar fashion to a resort timeshare. You pay an upfront cost and then are able to use the facilities for given amounts of time throughout the year.

  • @fvsmith
    @fvsmith 2 роки тому

    I’ve heard and read too much bad about Thousand Trails. From what y’all say, it’s sounds like some good benefits, but there are so many negatives that aren’t talked about much.

  • @ParryPickleballking-es2el
    @ParryPickleballking-es2el Рік тому

    The other thing people should know is if you buy a used membership, you're it! There is no reselling it. So you just helped the people you bought it from recoup up to 75% of their membership fees!!
    Plus a new membership gets 10 years of 1 week free cabin usage. $3,000 in RPI credit. I think buying new is the way to go myself.

  • @doozowings4672
    @doozowings4672 3 роки тому +2

    I’ve heard enough bad about the membership that I won’t be considering it when I retire.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      It's not for everyone. We use ours alot, but it just depends on your travel style and needs.

  • @JarheadAndGingersJourney
    @JarheadAndGingersJourney 3 роки тому

    Another great video 👍

  • @jowiestava4327
    @jowiestava4327 Рік тому

    I'm really confused how you're saving thousands of dollars a year on the membership when the membership costs like $600? Is there something I'm missing?

  • @hg2.
    @hg2. 3 роки тому

    The thing I fear about TT/RV parks is noise.
    Anybody else's machine audio drives me nuts. Others too. Other "big name" RV UA-camrs say they absolutely Will Not stay in RV parks b/c of that.
    If TT could promise to protect campers from machine audio, they could get the "I hate RV parks b/c of noise" business.
    What's been your experience?
    How do you deal with it?
    Is it a problem for you guys?

  • @damonvincent12
    @damonvincent12 Рік тому

    Buying resale may be fine, but you are stuck with it. You can not resell it and recoup some of your money if it doesn't work for you like a new membership.

  • @MisterMikeTexas
    @MisterMikeTexas 2 роки тому +1

    Dave Ramsey says timeshares are a scam. Prospective buyers, be careful!

  • @twbelieves
    @twbelieves 3 роки тому

    I am thinking of buying an elite with Kim.

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      She will totally help to narrow down what you need for your travel style.

  • @nonamegame9857
    @nonamegame9857 3 роки тому +3

    The two of you should do one posting or maybe two of nothing but bloopers. 😂👍

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      We have heard that before and maybe one day......Thanks for watching Doug!

    • @nonamegame9857
      @nonamegame9857 3 роки тому

      @@GetawayCouple oh shoot, and here I thought I had an original thought 😂😂

  • @robertpersall98
    @robertpersall98 11 місяців тому +1

    Haven;t heard anything good about 1000 trails. Many of them about the entitled long term campers who think they own the place.

  • @vangazmicvoyage5077
    @vangazmicvoyage5077 3 роки тому +1

    I lived and traveled extensively in a van with my disabled son for three years and we never paid to stay anywhere. Just sayin...

  • @MICMEGEE
    @MICMEGEE 3 роки тому

    You forgot to mention that you can resell a new membership but can't resell a used membership

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Good to know - thanks Mike!

    • @Erical65
      @Erical65 3 роки тому

      You can resale some used memberships! That was one of the selling points when we got ours through Kim.

  • @thebluetarp
    @thebluetarp 3 роки тому

    big purchase?? its only $615 for an entire year. how is that a big purchase? atleast the NW zone is that price

  • @peterbudreski68
    @peterbudreski68 3 роки тому

    Very interesting episode!

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Thanks Peter! Just trying to keep it real as always!

  • @luckychanceuse8982
    @luckychanceuse8982 2 роки тому +1

    When you do RV living you are looking for a freedom, not some bureaucratic bs full of stupid rules and regulations.

  • @ae4xo
    @ae4xo 3 роки тому

    new glasses?

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому +1

      Always trying out new things 🤓

    • @brianweber4154
      @brianweber4154 3 роки тому

      @@GetawayCouple very very nice hair,glasses,lipstick etc

  • @ChloeBensonBeautyBoxes
    @ChloeBensonBeautyBoxes Рік тому

    You can stay in Texas State parks that does not look like a parking lot for $20 night. Who wants to camp in a parking lot with someone 10 feet from you. That looks miserable.

  • @Bmwhacker-fl4qj
    @Bmwhacker-fl4qj 3 місяці тому

    Sounds a lot like a Timeshare Scam to me. "Upgrades"..."Maintenance Fees"..."Yearly Membership"...No Thanks. I bought a 7000+ SF Residential/ RV/City lot in an RV based subdivision. It's more than doubled in value in 5 years.

  • @marychristie6194
    @marychristie6194 3 роки тому +1

    The campgrounds are dumps and not kept up -No way -not going to pay thousands of dollars for dumpy campgrounds 🤯

    • @GetawayCouple
      @GetawayCouple  3 роки тому

      Thanks for the input Mary. There are some great ones out there, but it's not for everyone.

    • @heidilsnyder66
      @heidilsnyder66 2 роки тому

      We bought our TT memberships October 2021, but our RV was not delivered until May 31, 2022. To date, we have used 3 different TT sites from Tucson to San Diego, CA and they have great. So far our cost has been ZERO in 54 days. And we have booked to January 12 2023 and all sites is costing us ZERO. I have seen the sights before and got several great recommendations at all the sites we are staying. I also have 210 advance reservation set-up on my TT.