I have wondered how many times members are denied admittance because the parks are full........the park may be either full, or a busy time of the year, in which the park operator may be able to sell full-price camping, instead of pre-paid member. Does that happen? Often??
If I understand correctly, you can only stay 14 days at a park, and then you need to be "out" of the TT system for 7 days before you can enter another TT campground for another 14 day stay......is that right?
husk wrote: I have wondered how many times members are denied admittance because the parks are full........the park may be either full, or a busy time of the year, in which the park operator may be able to sell full-price camping, instead of pre-paid member. Does that happen? Often??
If I understand correctly, you can only stay 14 days at a park, and then you need to be "out" of the TT system for 7 days before you can enter another TT campground for another 14 day stay......is that right?
Reading the contract, if you stay at a park more than 4 days, it's 7 days before you can go to the next park.
However, if you stay at a park 4 days or less, you can immediately go to another park in the zone.
Also, in reading about some parks, they have an overflow area for parking. TT also has a guide on which parks are heavy use parks during certain time frames.
husk wrote: I have wondered how many times members are denied admittance because the parks are full........the park may be either full, or a busy time of the year, in which the park operator may be able to sell full-price camping, instead of pre-paid member. Does that happen? Often??
If I understand correctly, you can only stay 14 days at a park, and then you need to be "out" of the TT system for 7 days before you can enter another TT campground for another 14 day stay......is that right?
Reading the contract, if you stay at a park more than 4 days, it's 7 days before you can go to the next park.
However, if you stay at a park 4 days or less, you can immediately go to another park in the zone.
Also, in reading about some parks, they have an overflow area for parking. TT also has a guide on which parks are heavy use parks during certain time frames.
Wouldn't that be a show-stopper if you were a member, and were turned away because they were "full" or "busy time".........it would for me, because if I paid that money up front, I would like to be able to stay when and where I want (some flexibility,....like maybe one turn-away a year might be OK).....
Also, if I have stayed 14 days in one park, why do I have to wait 7 days to enter another park? That is 7 days of parking expense that is outside of the $500 annual fee......
If I were guaranteed a spot, or that TT would pay for another nearby park if their park were full..........and if one could move smoothly from one park to another without a 7 day delay, it would be a good deal.....and I would be a buyer.
I wonder why their business model dictates a 7 day out-of-system delay before one can enter another park? Other than discouraging full-timers who are trying to live on the cheap...what could be their reasoning?
I use them a lot here in Tx, Texoma 3 days, Tawakoni 3 days, Whitney 3 days. They may not always have a fhu site for you but they will always have a landing site for you. Thats all I need anyway. I bought the first zone pass they had and I have had no trouble, even to the extent that they called me the first year to see if I was going to renew or cancel.
WTTCS wrote: I use them a lot here in Tx, Texoma 3 days, Tawakoni 3 days, Whitney 3 days. They may not always have a fhu site for you but they will always have a landing site for you. Thats all I need anyway. I bought the first zone pass they had and I have had no trouble, even to the extent that they called me the first year to see if I was going to renew or cancel.
Would I recommend it ? NO, but it works for me.
Ooppss gotta change names.
It seems like a good deal to me if used.
According to their current contract, it's automatic renewal unless a canellation letter is sent at least 30 days prior to renewal date.
OpenRoadsUSA wrote: Guess you have to do the math according to your own camping habits and number of camping days a year.
Yes, it could work for some campers.........those who are only able to have 2 week-at-a-time vacations, or even less time than that...for those free to travel the purchased zone(s), the 7 day rule, along with not being guaranteed a site, would stop me.
The comment from another that they will always have a parking site for you, even if no hookups, is a point in their favor....after a few days dry camping, a site might become open, and one could move into that..
Here is my final conversation with Thousand Trails regarding the Zone Pass
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Maggie1:12:23 PM
Hello, thanks for inquiring about the Zone Camping Pass! How can I assist you today?
John1:12:56 PM
Once you sign up online for a zone pass, how soon do you receive your card to use for camping?
Maggie1:13:31 PM
Have you signed up already?
John1:13:59 PM
Doing some research first
Maggie1:14:14 PM
It should take only 30 days however I can sign you up and you may use this immediately
John1:14:45 PM
Is there a Thousand Trails forum?
Maggie1:15:38 PM
There isn't you may look on our www.thousandtrails.com site however we do have a 30 day money back or 2 night stay whichever comes first for refunds
John1:16:34 PM
If it takes 30 days to get the documets, what is the effective start date on the zone pass?
Maggie1:17:01 PM
It only takes 30 days for your cards the docs you will have immediately at sign up
1:17:10 PM
You will have a member # as soon as we sign you up
1:17:34 PM Today we are offering $100 off the Pass so its only $399!!
John1:18:24 PM ok, one more question, or rather comment. I'm not too excited about the automatice renewal., and having to send a letter at least 30 days prior to renewal if I choose not to renew for any reason, health, etc.
Maggie1:20:36 PM
you can call in if you decide not to renew John we have many that do that, we are here to work with you
John1:21:12 PM
Oh, ok that makes me a little more comfortable, because what TT is offering is a good value.
1:21:38 PM
If we sign up today, all I have to pay is the $399 for the zone pass.
Maggie1:26:15 PM
That is correct...great deal!!
John1:27:06 PM
I agree, and thanks for your patience in answering my questions.
Maggie1:27:08 PM
John, we definately work with all of our RV'rs and know you will want to continue staying at our Parks , I would be happy to walk through this with you
1:28:31 PM
Patience is my middle name amongst having teens..lol
John1:28:55 PM
What's our next step to work with you? Maggie1:29:29 PM
I would just need to speak with you to get the information and what Zone you would like and payment. 877-610-7623
John1:29:45 PM
Are you really Maggie?
Maggie1:30:01 PM
Yes
1:30:10 PM
Last time I checked I am real
John1:30:16 PM
I'll call and ask for Maggie
Maggie1:30:36 PM
That is my direct line John
The cost for the Southeast Zone was $399.
However, the Gubberment does collect taxes on the purchase. Overall, with the $100 discount and less taxes on the lower purchase price, it's over $110 savings. Instead of the Gas Card, deducted the $100, which I preferred.
I was going to by the Zone Pass anyway, after getting all my questions answered, along with the personal research. Helluva deal for me.
If used for only the 30 days free, it's about $13 a night. If I use it for 90 days it's about $6.43 a night.
For me considering the locations of the Parks, it's a good value and will probably get used more than the 90 days.
If you have questions, or interested, give Maggie a call. Low Key, NO pressure. A very pleasant purchasing experience.
The contract, rules, etc, can be read at the thousand trails Zone Pass website.
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